Updated 7/1/2022
july 2022
july 2022
announcements
announcements
Thank you to Troops 44451 and 46516 for helping to raise money for the Anacortes Family Center through the Share a Pair sneaker drive this June!
They saved 568 pairs of sneakers from the landfills!
The amount raised for AFC will be announced in August.
They saved 568 pairs of sneakers from the landfills!
The amount raised for AFC will be announced in August.
🎬 Attention Girl Scout Filmmakers! 🎬
Film Submissions for our 2022 Film Festival are now OPEN!
Have you completed one of our Digital Storytelling Programs (Stop motion, Claymation, SIFF Crash Camps or Digital Cookie Marketing Magic)?
Want a chance to watch your video on the big screen with your fellow Girl Scouts? Submit it today and have a chance to be featured in this year's IN-PERSON festival! Join us on November 5 and 6 for our 2022 Film Festival at the Seattle Center celebrating all ages of filmmakers in Girl Scouts of Western Washington! (More details to come!)
Girl Scouts who submit a film will even get their membership fees covered for the upcoming Girl Scout year.
This year, our Film Categories include:
⭐️ Documentary
⭐️ Animation
⭐️ PSA/Commercial
⭐️ Comedy
⭐️ Musical
⭐️ Action
⭐️ Drama
⭐️ Horror/Mystery
⭐️ Share Your Story (must be a film made with the Share Your Story patch program)
Don't wait, participate! Submit your film HERE: bit.ly/3Qkj1vz
Need inspiration? Check out Lily W's award-winning film, "Cookie Dough Does Ballet" from last year's festival!
Are you new to Girl Scouting as an Individually Registered Member (IRM)? Join us at an IRM Welcome Chat! GSWW welcome chats will be held on the third Friday of every month from 5:30 PM–6:15 PM. This is a great opportunity to kickstart your IRM experience with your Girl Scout, get your questions answered, and find resources.
2022 IRM Q&A Session Schedule
Save the dates for our upcoming IRM Q&A sessions! Get IRM resources and chat all things Girl Scouting with IRM families, caregivers, and council staff. Join us on Teams on the following dates:
Write letters to Anacortes seniors in the Meals on Wheels program!For more information about this National Service Project, click HERE. Letters are being coordinated through Troop 41804 Leader, Cherie Goyer.
Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group Bowman Bay Work PartiesJoin Skagit Fisheries this summer for weekday maintenance at our beach restoration site at Bowman Bay, Deception Pass State Park.
All events 10am-noon;Work Party dates: 7/13, 8/8
All events 10am-noon;Work Party dates: 7/13, 8/8
Friday, July 1st is Free Ship Friday!Place your order by11:59 PM on 6/3 and your order will ship for free.
To place your order, call or emailTacoma Store:Phone: (253) 475-2649 Email: tacstore@girlscoutsww.org Everett Store:Phone: (360) 658-8083Email : evstore@girlscoutsww.org
Free Ship Friday is a #GSWW program, so you must call or email us to receive free shipping.
To place your order, call or emailTacoma Store:Phone: (253) 475-2649 Email: tacstore@girlscoutsww.org Everett Store:Phone: (360) 658-8083Email : evstore@girlscoutsww.org
Free Ship Friday is a #GSWW program, so you must call or email us to receive free shipping.
The 2020-2021 GSWW Annual Report is now live. Check it out to see how our Girl Scout community collaborates, heals, and perseveres, no matter the challenge. https://buff.ly/3OprxHW
Our Service Unit needs YOU!
We need someone who loves Girl Scouts and has fun ideas on how to recruit volunteers and girls back to Girl Scouts in Anacortes and La Conner and be our Recruitment Coordinator and Service Unit Manager.
If you're interested in helping with any SU roles (check out the Meet the Team page for more options), please contact Rachel at su144cookiemom@gmail.com.
Volunteers needed!
Volunteers needed!
Discounted Theater Tickets for Girl Scouts
Discounted Theater Tickets for Girl Scouts
July 12 - 17, 2022
The Paramount
The Paramount
June 8 - July 10, 2022
The Village Theatre
The Village Theatre
July 20 - August 5, 2022
5th Avenue Theatre
5th Avenue Theatre
Events & Badge Opportunities
Events & Badge Opportunities
July 4th
The annual Anacortes 4th of July Parade is coming SOON and Girl Scouts are representing!! We have a couple of options for our scouts and volunteers. Please click THIS link to read more about the parade details and sign up to attend. You are welcome to show up on the day of the parade without signing up, but this is the best way to keep us all connected and make sure everyone has the same information.
July 11-15th
2022 Summer Camp Announcement!Virtual Camp will be July 11-15. Pre-recorded sessions will post July 11-15 at 6:30pm ET HERE on Facebook. Sessions will be 45-60 minutes. Comments can be left on videos and be responded to by Greene Summer Camp. We *may* go live on Facebook during the week. *If* we go live, we will try to give a heads up so you can join us.We will be working on the It's Your Story - Tell It Journey. The journey will be Daisy - Ambassador level and include the Take Action! There will be NO REGISTRATION but you can sign up for the email list for daily emails during camp week. Share the news with your troop and service unit!
July 11th
In this session designed for Girl Scouts graduating in 2023, you'll get an introduction to the Common Application and Coalition Application. We'll focus on the activities and writing sections and discuss how sharing your Girl Scout experiences and accomplishments can help you stand out in the admissions process. Participation in this event will fulfill Step 2 of the College Knowledge badge. An optional individual application review is also available with a Girl Scout discount.
July 12th
You are invited to an EXCLUSIVE screening of the new film "Mrs. Harris Goes To Paris!" Where: AMC Pacific Place in Seattle**RVSP HERE: https://bit.ly/3bIXyg5Film Description: In 1950s London, a widowed cleaning lady falls madly in love with a couture Dior dress, deciding she must have one of her own. After working to raise the funds to pursue her dream, she embarks on an adventure to Paris that will change not only her own outlook -- but the very future of the House of Dior.
July 13th
The child who grows most healthfully is the child who is given the opportunity to experiment and develop skills in a positive environment, where fun is the foundation and personal excellence is the ideal! Rhythmic and artistic gymnastics teacher Rebecca Eliav has trained for 15 years at a USA Gymnastics National Team Training Center with an Olympic coach, and is now bringing her expertise to you. This flexibility program provides a comprehensive and well-rounded workout regime combining stretching, coordination, and strength. Classes enhance each participant’s health, self-image, and well-being through personalized coaching. Participants do not need a particular skill level for this course, as they will go through exercises and techniques dependent on their abilities.
July 17th
Everyone has million-dollar ideas, but people rarely act on those thoughts. Sometimes, all you need is an out of the world thought, some great marketing skills, and someone to believe in you to bring that idea to life. Girl Scouts, you are going to learn how to bring a business concept to reality! Join Pam, founder of Vine Images, INC, as she walks you through real life experiences and techniques used to become an entrepreneur.
July 18th
In this session designed for Girl Scouts graduating in 2023, you'll learn how to write an effective personal statement and great supplemental essays for each college by drawing on your Girl Scout experience. We'll discuss how essays are used in the application process, guidance on choosing topics, writing tips for personal statements and school-specific essays, and Dos and Don’ts. An optional individual application review is also available with a Girl Scout discount.
July 18th
Are you ready to change the world? Learn about the Take Action process and Silver Award requirements, and begin exploring project ideas. Participation is strongly encouraged before starting the Silver Award. This is a virtual workshop for Cadettes.
July 18th
Are you ready to change the world? Learn about the Take Action process and Gold Award requirements, and begin exploring project ideas. Participation is strongly encouraged before starting the Gold Award. This is a virtual workshop for Seniors and Ambassadors.
July 18th
Learning a craft like sewing is not just a useful skill, but it also helps stitch together the fabric of our past. Join Vine Images and learn to sew like a pro! Discover a stitch in time and uncover the secrets to sewing for success. Make your own wood embroidery project in your choice of color and learn how to stitch it all together by using a back stitch, lazy daisy, woven wheel and/or colonial knot. This also meets the requirements for a special patch, which Girl Scouts of any level can earn. No-show participants for the live Zoom will receive pre-recorded video instruction to complete the course.
July 19th-22nd
Earn three journeys including the "take action" projects, AND your Summit Award pin! Connect with nature, engineering, and science to earn your "Think Like a Citizen Scientist" and "Think Like an Engineer" journeys! Daisies also earn their "Between Earth and Sky" journey by exploring nature and creating a project to help animals. Brownies also earn their "Wonders of Water" journey by exploring water conservation and water quality... and then creating a public service announcement about it! Log onto our computers for step-by-step instructions for all your projects! The event runs for five days from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm from July 18 to July 22, 2022.
Fur-Ever 5k & 1-mile @ EverettJuly 23, 2022Animals lovers wanted!
Did you know, running and walking with your dog is good for you and good for your dog? “Running conditions a dog’s heart and muscles, similar to us,” says Jessica Waldman, D.V.M., a veterinarian, canine rehabilitation therapist, and medical director at California Animal Rehabilitation. “It also encourages a good, active range of motion and mobility in their joints.” Many Arthritis Foundation events welcome dogs for exactly that reason, noting that dogs get arthritis, too.
Come run (or walk) a 5k or 1 mile casual race and help raise money for the Everett Animal Shelter! Friendly dogs are welcomed too but must be on a leash at all times. Please pick up after your pet. More of a cat person? Join us wearing your favorite cat shirt and support the Everett Animal Shelter!
What you get:-Medal-Race-Free race photos and results!-A portion of the proceeds benefits the Everett Animal Shelter
Participate at the safe in-person trail race, OR participate virtually--where you run (or walk) the race from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. We will mail you your medal when we receive them. If you do your race virtually, do not show up to the in-person event; medals will be mailed after event date.
Did you know, running and walking with your dog is good for you and good for your dog? “Running conditions a dog’s heart and muscles, similar to us,” says Jessica Waldman, D.V.M., a veterinarian, canine rehabilitation therapist, and medical director at California Animal Rehabilitation. “It also encourages a good, active range of motion and mobility in their joints.” Many Arthritis Foundation events welcome dogs for exactly that reason, noting that dogs get arthritis, too.
Come run (or walk) a 5k or 1 mile casual race and help raise money for the Everett Animal Shelter! Friendly dogs are welcomed too but must be on a leash at all times. Please pick up after your pet. More of a cat person? Join us wearing your favorite cat shirt and support the Everett Animal Shelter!
What you get:-Medal-Race-Free race photos and results!-A portion of the proceeds benefits the Everett Animal Shelter
Participate at the safe in-person trail race, OR participate virtually--where you run (or walk) the race from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. We will mail you your medal when we receive them. If you do your race virtually, do not show up to the in-person event; medals will be mailed after event date.
July 25th
Learn to dance with Dance Conservatory Seattle at a week-long camp running July 25-29 from 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM each day! It will begin with a creative movement class, followed by fun, themed crafts and dance-related creative activities. The camp also includes a class that explores movement, ballet, modern, or jazz dance. Participants will learn a small amount of choreography for a short demonstration/performance on the last day of the camp. There will be a 30 minute lunch break each day.
Discovery Flights for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador @ Avian Flight Center
Calling all future aviators! Girl Scouts of Western Washington and Avian Flight School are bringing back this very special event in collaboration to develop future aviation professionals! Don't miss out on this awesome opportunity to learn more about airplane maintenance, the how's and why's of pre-flight checks, and more while you wait to fly! To top it off, you'll get to take flight and sit front seat and control an aircraft! Discovery Flights for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador @ Avian Flight Center
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Rumor has it that some kids went missing while visiting Pandora’s Manor! The locals and police haven’t dared to investigate because word has it there is a ghost that roams the premises. You have been hired to enter and sleuth out what has actually happened so the mystery can finally be solved. If you combine your deductions, you can find out the truth. I don’t believe in ghosts. Do you?
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Rumor has it that there has been some foul play on the planet Mars! After a secret mission went awry, an astronaut has gone missing. The final transmission was concerning, and you were hired to investigate. Can you help solve the mystery and find a way home?If your Girl Scout loves mystery themed novels and detective shows, then they will love this program! This experience will give them the chance to test their critical thinking skills in hypothetical situations based in fantasy and reality. Girl Scouts will learn how to excel in puzzles and riddles that involve colors, wordplay, shapes, and math. They will look for misdirections, and break down the steps necessary to solve the puzzles. Throughout the activity, they will be encouraged to share and debate hypotheses with their peers to work together to solve the mystery before the program ends.
Anytime GSWW Badge & Patch Programs
Anytime GSWW Badge & Patch Programs
NEW!
Learn how to Tell Your Story with photos and videos in the "Share Your Story" Patch Program.! You’ll be guided through every step of the process—from coming up with the idea to uploading the final product—so you can tell your story in under 30 seconds. What's the most important thing you need to bring? A creative brain and a good attitude! Need some inspiration?
Anacortes Girl Scouts Sofia & Ella!
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Who am I? Who do I want to become?Welcome to the Becoming Me program, inspired by former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama’s book Becoming: Adapted for Young Readers. As a participant in this unique experience, you can explore the truth of your own story and the power of your voice while hanging out with friends! You can:- Earn three specially-selected Girl Scout badges
- Get the Becoming Me patch
- Participate in a national service project to honor members of your community
This program will take six to eight sessions to complete and can be done with your troop or your council.
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The Great Cascadia Zombie Survival Challenge: COVID-19 will give her the tools to be prepared, not scared, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The original survival challenge requirements are also available.
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One in seven Americans will need a blood transfusion at some time in their lives; however, only one in ten donate blood. To maintain a viable blood bank, Bloodworks Northwest, our program partner, requires 1000 donors every day. This patch program is designed for all age levels, for those who are old enough to donate, as well as those who cannot donate blood but who can make difference by sharing what they learn.In a partnership with Bloodworks Northwest, through this patch program curriculum you will learn about blood types, blood components, the science of blood and blood donation, the history of blood donation, and what our local needs for blood donation are in the Pacific Northwest.
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Learn to make a short (and we mean super short) film, completely in stop motion! You’ll be guided through every step of the process—from coming up with the idea to uploading the final product—so you can tell your story in under 30 seconds. What's the most important thing you need to bring? A creative brain and a good attitude! Need some inspiration? Check out this video!
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Learn principles of Claymation storytelling through this digital lesson! Create a clay character, tell a great story, throw in a few animation principles, and you’re a Claymation pro in no time. Need some inspiration? Check out this video!
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Want to learn how to manage your cookie money? Want to earn your financial literacy badges? Young Americans Center for Financial Education has taught youth about money for more than 30 years, and offers virtual lessons and games to help your Girl Scout become financially savvy! The best part? Sign up at any time and work through a pre-recorded webinar at your own pace!$15 Girl Scout badge classes: https://yacenter.org/girl-scout-badge-classes/
For more general information: www.yacenter.org
To schedule a LIVE session for your troop, contact: Debbie Schaller at dschaller@yacenter.org
Available through March 31st
There are 29 federally recognized Native American Tribes/Nations and 5 non-federally recognized in the boundaries of Girl Scouts of Western Washington and many more throughout British Columbia, Washington, and Oregon. This self-led patch program for Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scouts provides a glimpse into the heritage of these original dwellers of the land.Throughout this program you will find things to read, listen to, video links to watch, hands-on activities and discussions to have as you proceed.
In learning about Pacific Northwest Native Heritage, it is important not to appropriate their cultures. Culture refers to the traditions, customs, beliefs, and practices of any given ethnic, racial, or religious group. This could include elements such as art, music, dance, stories, and clothing. There are times when these things are shared by the person that owns them so that they can be experienced by someone outside of that culture. However, when someone outside of that culture takes and uses these things without permission, it is cultural appropriation.
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The 19th Amendment, which was ratified in 1920, removed the gender restriction to voting—a significant milestone for democracy! Before this groundbreaking amendment, women couldn’t vote in national elections. In some states, women were also banned from voting in local elections. However, even after the 19th Amendment, many states passed laws discriminating against women of color—laws that were not eliminated until the Voting Rights Act of 1965.Today, in 2020, in some states voting laws and barriers remain in place that impede women, especially women of color, from participating in elections. And yet women continue to demand their right to vote in elections and are running for office in higher numbers than ever before.The Girl Scout Suffrage Centennial patch gives you and your troop a chance to explore this important history through simple guides and fun activities.
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With this fun, tasty, and varied patch program, all age levels can take a Global Girl Scout tour of tea from the perspective of a simple leaf that changed the course of history and, thousands of years later, remains a much-loved beverage today!anytime non-council badge & patch programs
anytime non-council badge & patch programs
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Great for all levels (Daisy through Ambassador.)VIDEO: During this session, Natalie Jones, AKA Peep, talked all about animal rescues and specifically Barn Owls: from the time they are born, up until they are adults and living in their environment. This event was geared toward girls at the Daisy level to the Ambassador levels.All 5 steps of the Junior Animal Habitat steps were satisfied.Here is the link to the entire session:https://youtu.be/ua6SS5DEe04For more information and resources on the Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue, a not for profit organization, and other organizations which help barn owls:Sonoma County Wildlife Rescue: scwildliferescue.org Barn Owl Maintenance Program: bompco.org A Wildlife Exclusion Service: awces.comFor crafts to make it even more fun, visit THIS link.For a fun patch: These beauties are embroidered with an iron-on backing. They are all $5 each and always include S&H. PayPal details here: paypal.me/JenWall68 (indicate BARN OWLS and your address in the comment bar!) Check out this free printable HERE
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Take a look and if you have any questions, here is the information for our contact:Jordan Belcher
Education Outreach Coordinator
Trust Board of Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve
162 Cemetery Road, Coupeville, WA 98239The activities can mostly be done individually and Jordan is also available for Zoom meetings if you'd like.
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Get your girls moving, and do good with UNICEF!Through Girl Scouts’ partnership with UNICEF Kid Power, your troop can give back while taking part in a fun activity at your next virtual meeting!UNICEF Kid Power is an online platform that lets girls select from a library of over 150 videos of three- to five-minute activities that will have them dancing, learning about the world and having fun. Videos feature:- Physical activities like dancing, workouts, and yoga
- Activities that teach girls social-emotional skills and spark conversations on social justice and change, resilience, and more.
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Calling all Daisy Toymakers, Brownie Budding Entrepreneurs and our Juniors that are Jumpstarting their business!! STEM ADY-Amplified Youth has a new permanent item on our site!!! Check out our Business Startup badge in a box!Work with materials provided to develop your business plan, prototype, business pitch and test your design with your family and friends!
This course meets requirements 1-4 of the Cadette Babysitter Badge. Girl Scouts can receive 5% off registration with promo code GS2022! www.Safety-Solved.com/Online
Need a fun, self paced activity for your tween/teen? Check this out! Safety Solved is proud to offer American Red Cross online only courses, including the 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 and 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 trainings. Perfect for the teen/tween entrepreneur to learn about business plans, marketing, resumes, interviewing, child care, basic first aid and other safety topics! Your teen will navigate through 6 modules featuring video, activities, games and tools babysitters can use to build their knowledge and skills and manage their babysitting business. All registrants will receive digital manuals and upon successful completion an American Red Cross certificate.
www.Safety-Solved.com/Online
Safety Solved is a Licensed Training Provider of the American Red Cross and Girl Scout Mom & Lifetime Member Owned
Multiple Dates - Now offered virtually!
The Geology Museum offers two STEM-themed patch programs! These tours are aimed toward Scout groups, but can be booked by any group of 10 or more. Each 30 to 45 minute tour will guide the group through a different geology-related topic and each participant will get their own lesson kit!Tours are appropriate for all K-6 age groups; activities will be tailored to the age of each group.Patch tours require a minimum of 10 participants. If you have less than 10 participants, we may be able to combine your group with another already-scheduled group, pending availability. Please inquire if interested.
Amazing Minerals, Fossil Fun, Geology Merit Programs
Anytime8 FREE Programs!Farm Love
Co-Ops for Community
B Corp
Pollinator
Sustainability
Gratitude
Fueling Head to Toe
Calcium Challenge
Anytime"The farm families of Cabot want to bring life on a dairy farm to kids at home and in their classrooms. Our Pen Pal Program is designed to give a first-hand account about life on a dairy farm, the journey from cow to cheese, and all things farming. What better way to connect kids to the food they enjoy!?"
AnytimePatch programs & KitsWe specialize in patches, badges, patch kits, crafting items, and other memorabilia.
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The Northern Wave GSWW Team creates, hosts, and implements programming for Girl Scouts of all ages in the North Region. Keep an eye out for badge kits and wonderful virtual events hosted by Northern Wave. Take a moment and fill out their Badge Interest Survey to help determine which badge kits will be available ASAP!
AnytimeEntrepreneurship & Financial Literacy Virtual Workshops for Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors & Ambassadors
Working with Girl ScoutsTM helps SheEOTM Academy further our mission to empower the CEO in every GIRL!
A trained SheEOTM Academy instructor facilitates ALL 5 of the required steps with activities similar to those of SheEOTM Academy and Camp.
Each girls receives a take away workbook to record each step and own of her accomplishment.
SheEOTM Academy provides a virtual or in person (select locations) program for a troop meeting or council event.
SheEOTM Academy conveniently plans the enrichment activities for troop leaders and we fulfill our missionto empower future SheEOs.
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Amplifying the youth of today for a successful tomorrow one course at a time! We specialize in virtual and in person STEM/STEAM courses!Ppring and summer camps for youth K-8 now enrolling for Spring 2022!
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Our badge workshops introduce girls to the amazing world of STEM and Entrepreneurship and show them that it’s not just for boys. Live ZOOM badge workshops and Self-Paced Badge Workshop programming.Daisy - Coding 1,2,3 / Mechanical Engineering / Math in Nature / Cybersecurity Brownies - Coding 1,2,3 / Inventor / Mechanical Engineering / Digital Leadership / Math in Nature / STEM Career Exploration / Cybersecurity Juniors - Coding 1,2,3 / Product Designer / Mechanical Engineering / Digital Leadership / Math in Nature / STEM Career Exploration / Cybersecurity Cadettes - STEM Career Exploration/ Cybersecurity
Multiple DatesWe serve both large group council events and events for individual troops.
Scouts take our mystery classes to earn:- Daisy Making Choices badge- Brownie Senses/Making Games badge- Junior Detective/Digital Game Design badge- Cadette Special Agent/Finding Common Ground badge- Senior Truth Seeker/Game Visionary badge- Ambassador Digital Game Design/Coaching badge
After they solve the mystery, scouts will receive a certificate of completion and puzzle/riddle worksheets that they can complete after the program.
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Earn badges and patches through virtual, self-paced courses.Vine Images, INC is a female founded company, dedicated to teaching new skills that promote self-expression, mindfulness and creativity. From photography to outdoor art to yoga and equestrian, we have something for everyone. We provide live, virtual and self-paced courses, built around Girl Scout badge standards.
Daisy - Courageous and Strong, Math in NatureBrownies - Outdoor Art Creator, My Best Self, Math in NatureJuniors - Outdoor Art Explorer, Digital Photographer, Horseback Riding, Stay Fit, Flowers, Pony Ready Try-It, Math in NatureCadettes - Outdoor Art Apprentice, Science of Happiness, Discovery: HorsesSeniors - Outdoor Art Expert, Exploring EquinesAmbassadors - Photographer BadgeKidz Photography Patch
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We are an award-winning animal conservation program that incorporates the attendees! We do not lecture, we are not a school, there will be no tests, but there will be FUN, and most importantly, there will be experiences that will create lasting memories. Zovargo's Animal Conservation Program education San Diego will also leave you with a message about how YOU can make a difference in the world we live to help save the animals we love and our planet. Not finding the program you’d prefer or the best time? We can provide a private workshop for a journey or badge for just your troop or a collective group or girl scouts. You can pick from any of our regular programs and we recommend you check in with us to make sure we can do the specific badge program virtually (our virtual programs are expanding!).PAST EVENTS OR REGISTRATION CLOSED
Keep an eye out for repeats of these awesome opportunities!PAST EVENTS OR REGISTRATION CLOSED
July 5th - Sept 27
Throughout the program, facilitators Fernell Miller (of Washington State DEI consultancy The Root of Us) and Dr. Mollie Monahan (who teaches parents and educators how to raise socially conscious children through her program Social Justice Kids) will teach you how to show up, be heard, tell the truth, and feel empowered to create sustainable change with your fellow Girl Scouts.
save the date!
save the date!
Ready. Set. Dough 5K @ RedmondAugust 6, 2022Do you love cookie dough? Come to this fun run (or walk) themed around delicious cookie dough, and get some dough of your own at the end!
What you get:-Medal-Cookie dough-Free race photos and results!
Participate at the safe in-person trail race, OR participate virtually--where you run (or walk) the race from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. We will mail you your medal when we receive them. If you do your race virtually, do not show up to the in-person event; medals will be mailed after event date.
Girl Scouts get a special $10 off rate for the 5k--sign up with your troop or individually! Please note that this event is open to non-Girl Scouts too, but the special rate is only for Girl Scout members. The race shirt and the 10k option are not available at this rate.
What you get:-Medal-Cookie dough-Free race photos and results!
Participate at the safe in-person trail race, OR participate virtually--where you run (or walk) the race from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or even at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. We will mail you your medal when we receive them. If you do your race virtually, do not show up to the in-person event; medals will be mailed after event date.
Girl Scouts get a special $10 off rate for the 5k--sign up with your troop or individually! Please note that this event is open to non-Girl Scouts too, but the special rate is only for Girl Scout members. The race shirt and the 10k option are not available at this rate.
Twilight Aviation Camp - Live Virtual & In-Person EventAugust 8-12thJoin us for our Hybrid Twilight Aviation Camp! Log in each evening, 4-6 PM to Zoom, we will have a different workshop connected to aviation & aerospace. On Saturday, meet us at The Museum of Flight where you will explore the museum and fly in their flight simulator.
Meet the women of aviation and aerospace. Complete hands-on activities from the supplies sent to you in your Twilight Camp materials kit. Determine the causes of a local aviation accident. And much more. Each evening will have a theme and on Saturday we fly!
Meet the women of aviation and aerospace. Complete hands-on activities from the supplies sent to you in your Twilight Camp materials kit. Determine the causes of a local aviation accident. And much more. Each evening will have a theme and on Saturday we fly!
Mountain Shadows Twilight CampAugust 8-11thHere, you will find everything needed for a magical week of camp at Mountain Shadows Twilight Camp.
Come join us to "Shoot for the Stars" We look forward to seeing you at Mountain Shadows Twilight Camp!
Mountain Shadows Twilight Camp welcomes K - 6th grade Campers, 7th - 12th grade Teen Staff (grades for fall of 2022)
Come join us to "Shoot for the Stars" We look forward to seeing you at Mountain Shadows Twilight Camp!
Mountain Shadows Twilight Camp welcomes K - 6th grade Campers, 7th - 12th grade Teen Staff (grades for fall of 2022)
Owl Puke 101October 15th - MarysvilleCome and discover the wonderful world of our Pacific Northwest owls!You’ll learn…*What they look and sound like and how they survive.*Their dining preferences—do they eat veggies???*Owl anatomy and how feathers, wings, beak, feet and eyes are special.*Owl digestive process and how pellets form. Safe handling of wild found pellets and sterilizing process.*OWL PUKE!!! Owl pellet dissection, bone sorting and victim id and reconstruction.
volunteer corner
volunteer corner
COVID-19 Participation Waiver/Acknowledgement
COVID-19 Participation Waiver/Acknowledgement
**Must be completed by ALL volunteers before in-person meetings can resume.**
Since the new guidelines have come out, MyGS reset all Participation Waivers and if you previously completed it, you will need to complete this form again. Log into MyGS, then go to gsLearn. If you do not already have it on your dashboard, search for 688 COVID-19 and you will find the Member Guidelines and Policy Updates.Complete the course to be eligible to resume in-person meetings once the Skagit County Health Department and GSWW authorizes in-person meetings again. The paper copy can be found HERE.
July 9th
Kids R Best Fest is back at Storvik Park and Girl Scouts will have a booth there this year! We would love to have your help staffing the booth to help get families excited about Girl Scouts again! If you're interested, please email SUM, Rachel Esposito, at su144cookiemom@gmail.com.
July 10th
This workshop will help you sharpen your outdoor skills in knots, fire-building, charcoal cooking, and knife safety and use. This workshop is open to Adults, Seniors, and Ambassadors.
July 30th
Small Craft Safety will prepare volunteers to work with youth in small non-motorized watercraft on flat or slow-moving water. Participants will build the skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and respond to small craft emergencies. This class will teach basic safety and paddling knowledge, as well as simple rescue skills.After this course, participants are qualified to utilize waterfronts at Girl Scouts of Western Washington camp properties.
July 30th
Outdoor Overnight is an outdoor learning experience to prepare adult volunteers to help their Girl Scouts plan for a weekend camping experience. You will learn basic outdoor living skills, like how to use propane stoves, how to make food in a camping environment, tie basic knots, basic knife skills, and how to build campfires. You'll gain hands-on experience sleeping outdoors and learn how to stay warm overnight. You'll gain information on each of the Girl Scout of Western Washington properties and their special features and unique locations.
July 30th
This nationally certified USA Archery Level 1 Instructor workshop qualifies you to supervise archery ranges at encamporees, community camps, and on GSWW properties. You will learn the basics of archery instruction such as equipment inspection & repair, range safety & setup, and steps of the shot cycle.
NO July SU144 Meeting
NO July SU144 Meeting
Join us to chat about GSWW Council updates on programming and current Anacortes/La Conner events and news. Please make sure to have a representative for your troop there. Thank you! Since this is our last meeting before summer, please also bring any materials (badges, patches, books, etc.) that your scouts may have aged out of and you're looking to pass on to other troops!
**Our meetings are scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday of the month.**
If you've thought of becoming an American Red Cross instructor we are offering an FA/CPR/AED instructor course in Skagit Co. After completion/certification you can bridge online for free to teach babysitting, WFRA, blood borne pathogens.Open to anyone 16+ years must already have a current FA/CPR/AED certification.GSWW is an AP/LTP partner with American Red Cross and you'd have the option of offering Red Cross Classes with/for GSWW.
Mt Vernon/BurlingtonJuly 7, 11, 12, 18, 23, 25
Bellingham/FerndaleJuly 3, 26, 31
September 16-18
Join us at Camp River Ranch this September for Glamp 2022, a Girl Scout fundraiser to keep camp accessible to all.At Glamp, you'll unplug, relax, and reconnect with nature. Combine the memories of summer camp with the feel-good purpose of raising critical funds to send more youth to camp. You'll meet up with friends, old and new, and put the fun back in FUNdraising.Over the course of three days, explore Camp River Ranch’s 432 acres, and earn patches in timeless camp fashion as you canoe, hike, craft, and shoot arrows. Past Glamp activities have included wine-tasting, flower arranging, massages, cooking demonstrations, and sunrise yoga, too.Glamp packages include lodging, choose-your-own activities, a silent auction and happy hour, a crackling campfire overlooking Lake Langlois, inspiring stories, and dinner under the stars. Ticket packages include options for traditional outdoor cabins or indoor troop houses as space allows. We cannot guarantee specific units.Do you know about Outdoor Skills Weekend &/or Skillettes? Do you want to join a future event? Please fill out this google formhttps://forms.gle/9Nc6GEma3d6zEXBv7
Definitions:Skillettes is a weekend where individual scouts and troops can come and rotate thru stations, led by older scouts and adult volunteers, to learn outdoor skills, meeting scouts where they are at and following a safe progression for experiential learning.Junior Outdoor Skills Weekend will be a spring event for troops to showcase their outdoor knowledge in the form of a friendly competition.{5/21/2022} More Info based on requests:At this point I'm putting together a director team and getting an action plan in place.We'll open Skillettes to troops to come to camp and learn the skills;🤞 it'll be the 1st weekend in November at River Ranch. Skillettes would be open for all ages newer to outdoor skills this November and an Outdoor Skills showcase/competition could be held in Spring 2023.Eventually I'd like to shift Skillettes to be held for Daisy-Brownies and Outdoor Skills showcase/competition for Juniors.Please fill out the survey if you're interested in any part of the event process (team, mentoring, bringing a troop/scouts, keep connected to outdoor skills, etc)
Northern Lights Vendor Booth Application 2022
Northern Lights Vendor Booth Application 2022
The Northern Lights Volunteer Learning Conference is now taking applications for vendor booths. Northern Lights is being held on November 19th at Mount Vernon Christian School in Mount Vernon, WA.The information below should answer your questions.Please read the information below and complete the Booth Request page. You will want to return the booth request to me as soon as possible as the vendor booth spots are filled on a “first come, first served basis”. At this time, there is room for only 9 total tables, which includes 3 food booths and 6 fundraising items.Guidelines:• Leaders/Advisors and Girls must consult Safety Checkpoints and current GSWW policies on money-earning as a starting point.• Only one table space per money-earning item. If you wish to sell food and an item, you’ll need to submit two applications. Items should be something the girls made versus commercially purchased items.• Troop booth requests must include information on what they plan to do with the money earned. Things to consider:• Vendors must supply their own table, electrical cords and chairs.• Food vendors should contact Amye Westby (contact info below) in advance to find out what other food vendors are selling. We limit the event to 3 food vendor’s total. There is no guarantee on the number of people who will purchase your food items. The Northern Lights participant confirmation letter will include the list of food items vendors will have available to purchase during their lunch time. Next Steps:• Complete GSWW’s “Troop/Group Money Earning Project” form and submit to your Troop Program Manager. A copy of the approved form must be attached to this application. (This can take two to three weeks for approval – plan accordingly.)• Complete the below form and return to Amye Westby by Oct. 1st. Mailing address: 29123 113th Place NE Arlington, WA 98233Or scan and e-mail to rabwestby@juno.com• After your request is received you will receive a confirmation email letting you know if your request has been approved. • If you have questions you can contact Amye Westby at rabwestby@juno.com or 425-387-1353 (if calling please leave a message)Northern Lights Booth RequestTroop #:Service Unit #:Contact Person & Phone #:E-Mail:Description of items to be sold:Will you need to be close to an electrical outlet?Don’t forget to include the approved “Troop/Group Money Earning Project” application.
join the party to learn about girl scouts!
You're invited to try Girl Scouts at one of our upcoming parties. Bring a friend, make new ones, and have FUN: it's all free! join the party to learn about girl scouts!
are you a girl scout that loves to write?!
are you a girl scout that loves to write?!
Is there something happening locally we should all know about? Something interesting happening with Girl Scouts worldwide? We would love to include girl-written, Girl Scout related articles in our newsletter every month! If you're interested, email su144newsletter@gmail.com to get started!
Now available! The new Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Uniform and Official Apparel Collection for girls in grades K-5.This collection pairs nostalgic styles with eco-conscious materials for a modern take on Girl Scout fashion. It features comfortable apparel and matching accessories created for each grade level, from adventure-ready activewear to complete looks for special events. Inspired by classic Girl Scout designs from the '90s and made for today’s girls, this color-coordinated collection makes it fun and easy to mix, match, and create a wardrobe that’s the perfect fit for your girl.
Calling all Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors: G-Team TV is for YOU! This Girl Scout-led, produced, and directed talk show is packed with gems from powerful women and girls who improve the world around us every day. Pop over to Girl Scouts’ Instagram (@GirlScouts) and tune in!
Questions?
Questions?
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about Girl Scouts in Anacortes & La Conner, email su144cookiemom@gmail.com.