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a newsletter for<br />

girl scout cadettes, seniors, and ambassadors<br />

fall 2012<br />

Sister to Sister Patch Program<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> turned 100 in 2012!<br />

We want to share <strong>the</strong> great opportunities<br />

that we have to <strong>of</strong>fer<br />

with as many people as possible.<br />

We are asking all girls and adults<br />

to share <strong>the</strong> story and benefits <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scouting and invite a friend<br />

to become a member <strong>of</strong> <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> this year. To<br />

thank you for your help in building our membership,<br />

we will continue to <strong>of</strong>fer our Sister to Sister patch<br />

program.<br />

All current members—girl and adult—are eligible to<br />

participate. If you recruit a new member into <strong>Girl</strong><br />

Scouting, you will receive a patch to build a “Circle<br />

<strong>of</strong> Friends.” Your first patch is <strong>the</strong> center patch<br />

(circle-shaped); colorful girl patches can be earned<br />

for each addtional member that you recruit. Contact<br />

your troop leader to get a copy <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Sister to<br />

Sister form. Fill out and attach <strong>the</strong> form to <strong>the</strong> newly<br />

registered member’s registration form; you both<br />

will receive a patch.<br />

<strong>impact</strong><br />

Young Women <strong>of</strong> Distinction<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Missouri</strong> <strong>Heartland</strong> was pleased<br />

to honor its 2012 <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Gold Award recipients<br />

at a special ceremony in <strong>the</strong> House Chambers <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>the</strong> <strong>Missouri</strong> State Capitol building on Saturday,<br />

June 2. After a seated luncheon, former <strong>Girl</strong> Scout<br />

Gold Award recipient, Jeanne Beck, spoke about<br />

<strong>the</strong> lasting benefits <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Gold Award<br />

that have carried throughout her time in college<br />

and graduate school, living and working abroad, and<br />

serving as a pr<strong>of</strong>essional mentor and advisor for<br />

college students today. Longtime <strong>Girl</strong> Scout volunteer<br />

and supporter Harryette Campbell <strong>of</strong> Sikeston,<br />

<strong>Missouri</strong> was also present. Through her generosity,<br />

every <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Gold Award recipient this year will<br />

receive a lifetime membership in <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> at no<br />

cost to <strong>the</strong>m. This year’s <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Gold Award<br />

recipients are:<br />

Xochitl Ambrow<br />

Alissa Buckner<br />

Emma Coleman<br />

Jessica Cox<br />

Shay Daniel<br />

Amanda Deckard<br />

Sarah Dowler<br />

Sierra Edwards<br />

Miranda Elliston<br />

Clair Gregg<br />

Whitney Hamblin<br />

Taylor Helm<br />

Carley Hendrix<br />

Kelly Henson<br />

Abigail High<br />

Gabrielle Idos<br />

Claire Jones<br />

Anna Kay Hilburn<br />

Emma Kostopolus<br />

Elizabeth Kreisel<br />

Brittni LeMer<br />

Abigail Mayes<br />

Sarah Mittrucker<br />

Nicole Moore<br />

Erin Occena<br />

Bethany Rackers<br />

Amanda Sain<br />

Cassandra<br />

Schmidt<br />

Emily Scoggins<br />

Kylie Stone<br />

Sydney Tinsley<br />

Sidney Tyson<br />

Brittany Vest<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Missouri</strong> <strong>Heartland</strong>, Inc.<br />

877-312-4764 • www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org • gscouts@girlscoutsmoheartland.org


program<br />

events<br />

PROGRAM<br />

DISCOVER. <strong>Girl</strong>s gain practical life skills.<br />

Horse Fun at Hartman Farms<br />

Learn basic horse care including feeding, grooming,<br />

how to saddle and more. Each participant will practice<br />

<strong>the</strong>ir new skills and get to ride a horse in an indoor arena. Cost<br />

includes a fun patch. Riding helmets provided.<br />

Option 1: Saturday, October 6, 2012 — 12:30pm to 4:30pm<br />

Location: Hartman Farms, Marshfield, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 9/21/12<br />

Option 2: Saturday, April 27, 2013 — 12:30pm to 4:30pm<br />

Location: Hartman Farms, Marshfield, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 4/12/13<br />

MIN/MAX: 20/60 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $30.00 Adult Cost: Free to observe<br />

CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s can resolve conflicts.<br />

Go Challenge<br />

In problem-solving and teamwork-building games, you<br />

will use skills in critical and creative thinking, communication<br />

and cooperation to solve scenarios toge<strong>the</strong>r.<br />

Date/Time: Saturday, October 6, 2012 — 1:00pm to 5:00pm<br />

Location: Silver Meadows Program Center<br />

Registration Deadline: 9/21/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/20 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $15.00 Adult Cost: Free to observe<br />

august 2012–january 2013<br />

KEY<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Daisies<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Brownies<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Juniors<br />

All <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong><br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cadettes<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Seniors<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Ambassadors<br />

CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s promote cooperation & team-building.<br />

Archery at Mintahama<br />

Outdoor skills are a great tradition in <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong>, and<br />

archery is no exception! Learn safety basics and have<br />

<strong>the</strong> chance to shoot a bow and arrow multiple timesmaybe<br />

even hit <strong>the</strong> bulls-eye!<br />

Date: Saturday, October 6, 2012<br />

Option 1: 10:00am to 11:30am<br />

Option 2: 12:30pm to 2:00pm<br />

Location: Mintahama Program Center<br />

Registration Deadline: 9/21/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/18 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $7.00 Adult Cost: $7/Free to observe<br />

MSU Volleyball Lock-in<br />

Come cheer <strong>the</strong> MSU Lady Bears Volleyball team on<br />

to victory; <strong>the</strong>n spend <strong>the</strong> night at Hammons Student<br />

Center! You will get a private autograph session with<br />

<strong>the</strong> Lady Bears and <strong>the</strong>n spend <strong>the</strong> evening playing<br />

volleyball, basketball, racquetball and o<strong>the</strong>r games with <strong>Girl</strong><br />

<strong>Scouts</strong> from all over <strong>the</strong> council. We will end <strong>the</strong> night watching a<br />

movie. Cost includes a patch. Troops can bring <strong>the</strong>ir own snacks<br />

and breakfast.<br />

NOTE: Troops must have leaders stay with <strong>the</strong>m; girls attending<br />

as individuals need an adult chaperone.<br />

OVERNIGHT!<br />

CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s feel connected to <strong>the</strong>ir local community.<br />

Date: Friday, Oct. 12 —Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012<br />

Time: 7:00pm Friday to 8:00am Saturday<br />

Location: <strong>Missouri</strong> State University, Springfield, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/1/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 100/200 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $10.00 Adult Cost: $7.00<br />

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CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s develop healthy relationships.<br />

Archery at Finbrooke<br />

Outdoor skills are a great tradition in <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong>, and<br />

archery is no exception! Learn safety basics and have<br />

<strong>the</strong> chance to shoot a bow and arrow multiple times -<br />

maybe even hit <strong>the</strong> bulls-eye!<br />

Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012<br />

Option 1: 10:00am to 11:30am<br />

Option 2: 12:30pm to 2:00pm<br />

Location: Finbrooke Program Center<br />

Registration Deadline: 9/28/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/18 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $7.00 Adult Cost: $7/Free to observe<br />

TAKE ACTION. <strong>Girl</strong>s educate and inspire o<strong>the</strong>rs to act.<br />

Magic <strong>of</strong> Chemistry Volunteer Training<br />

We need enthusiastic and mature teen <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong><br />

who like to work with younger girls to help make<br />

<strong>the</strong> “Magic <strong>of</strong> Chemistry” program a success! Several <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong><br />

will be selected to serve as ‘hosts’ at <strong>the</strong> “Fun with Polymers”<br />

workshop. Responsibilites include helping with program preparation,<br />

escorting participants throughout <strong>the</strong> day, and clean-up.<br />

Volunteer hosts will be paired with an MU student mentor and<br />

receive lunch and a t-shirt.<br />

Cadettes must be in 7th or 8th grade. Interested girls must<br />

be able to attend both <strong>the</strong> training and program sessions, and<br />

should submit a 50-100 word essay with <strong>the</strong>ir registration<br />

form entitled, “Why I want to volunteer for this program.”<br />

Selection notification will be sent about a week before <strong>the</strong><br />

training via email.<br />

Option 1: Sunday, October 14, 2012 — 3:00pm to 5:00pm<br />

Location: Columbia, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/5/12<br />

Option 2: Sunday, March 3, 2013 — 3:00pm to 5:00pm<br />

Location: Columbia, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 2/22/13<br />

MIN/MAX: 1/10 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $0.00 Adult Cost: Free to observe<br />

DISCOVER. <strong>Girl</strong>s develop critical thinking.<br />

Corn Maze Adventure 2012<br />

Our 2012 Corn Maze Adventure at Shryocks Callaway<br />

Farms is fun for <strong>the</strong> whole family! With <strong>the</strong> help <strong>of</strong> GPS,<br />

Shryocks creates elaborate systems <strong>of</strong> trails for people <strong>of</strong> all ages<br />

to explore. Join us to kick <strong>of</strong>f <strong>the</strong> new <strong>Girl</strong> Scout year with booths,<br />

games, food and fun.<br />

$12 is for corn maze only; $15 cost includes a hot dog and s’more<br />

snack; children 3 and under are free.<br />

Date/Time: Sunday, October 14, 2012 — 12:00pm to 5:00pm<br />

Location: Kingdom City, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 9/14/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 200/1000 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $12/15 Adult Cost: $12/15<br />

CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s advance diversity.<br />

Magic <strong>of</strong> Chemistry: Fun with Polymers<br />

In Fun with Polymers, one <strong>of</strong> three Magic <strong>of</strong> Chemistry<br />

workshops, <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> become product consultants<br />

for an imaginary company, Polymer Fun, Inc. The participants<br />

visit with ‘research scientists’ to make and evaluate new polymer<br />

products. <strong>Girl</strong>s will make and test ‘slime’ as well as completing<br />

o<strong>the</strong>r experiments such as ‘incredible incrediblobs,’ ‘moo glue,’<br />

and ‘supersoakers.’ They <strong>the</strong>n get to take <strong>the</strong>ir new products<br />

home with <strong>the</strong>m!<br />

This program is funded by grants and <strong>the</strong> support <strong>of</strong><br />

sponsors and collaborators at a cost <strong>of</strong> more than $20 per person.<br />

Because <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir generosity, <strong>the</strong> fee for girls and adults<br />

is only $10. This cost includes lunch, a t-shirt, and patch. A 1:4<br />

ratio <strong>of</strong> adults to girls is necessary; <strong>the</strong>refore, registered adults<br />

will be evenly distributed among all girls in attendance. Adults will<br />

assist girls with experiments and help <strong>the</strong> Program Host manage<br />

her group <strong>of</strong> 20+ girls.<br />

NOTE: Program is for Juniors and 6th Grade Cadettes only.<br />

For safety and insurance reasons, infants/children/adults not<br />

participating in <strong>the</strong> program are not permitted in <strong>the</strong> program<br />

areas. Please indicate t-shirt sizes on your registration form<br />

(adult sizes only).<br />

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Option 1: Saturday, October 20, 2012 — 9:00am to 2:30pm<br />

Location: Columbia, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/5/12<br />

Option 2: Saturday, March 9, 2013 — 9:00am to 2:30pm<br />

Location: Columbia, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 2/22/13<br />

MIN/MAX: 50/200 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $10.00 Adult Cost: $10.00


DISCOVER. <strong>Girl</strong>s develop a strong sense <strong>of</strong> self.<br />

Cowgirl Roundup<br />

Bring your boots and bedroll for this fun-filled<br />

overnight. Experience <strong>the</strong> best <strong>of</strong> a roundup: we<br />

will cook over an open fire, ride horses, work with lea<strong>the</strong>r, make<br />

“cow pies”, toss frying pans and more! Cost includes camping,<br />

morning and noon meals, snack, and riding.<br />

OVERNIGHT!<br />

Date: Friday, Oct. 19 - Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012<br />

Time: 6:00pm Friday to 4:30pm Saturday<br />

Location: Cherokee Ridge Program Center<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/3/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/20 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $30.00 Adult Cost: $10.00 for food<br />

CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s can resolve conflicts.<br />

Challenge Games<br />

Can you work toge<strong>the</strong>r in ground-based and low ropes<br />

challenges Some problem-solving and teamworkbuilding<br />

games will be about girls pushing individual<br />

boundaries; o<strong>the</strong>rs will be about thinking creatively,<br />

communicating and cooperating to reach a goal.<br />

NOTE: Adults may also be needed as “spotters”.<br />

Option 1: Saturday, October 20, 2012 — 1:00pm to 5:00pm<br />

Location: Finbrooke Program Center<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/5/12<br />

Option 2: Saturday, November 3, 2012 — 1:00pm to 5:00pm<br />

Location: Latonka Program Center<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/19/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/20 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $15.00 Adult Cost: Free to observe<br />

NO TAGALONGS<br />

DISCOVER. <strong>Girl</strong>s develop positive values.<br />

Time to Dine<br />

This event is designed for <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Ambassadors who<br />

would like to try out <strong>the</strong>ir culinary skills. Work with <strong>the</strong> Hy-<br />

Vee dietitian and chefs to learn proper place setting, manners<br />

and wrap up by preparing, serving and eating a healthy dinner.<br />

Cost includes food and patch.<br />

NOTE: Adults will not participate in program but can be served<br />

dinner for a $5.00 cost.<br />

Date/Time: Thursday, October 25, 2012 — 6:00pm to 8:00pm<br />

Location: Hy-Vee, Springfield, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/11/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/15 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $18.00 Adult Cost: $5.00<br />

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The Ga<strong>the</strong>ring: Year <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Girl</strong><br />

Celebrate <strong>the</strong> “Year <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Girl</strong>” at this retreat for<br />

teen <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong>. Settle into your unit on Friday<br />

and start making new friends around <strong>the</strong> campfire. Spend Saturday<br />

at five workshops <strong>of</strong> your choice that focus on <strong>the</strong>mes <strong>of</strong><br />

leadership, healthy living, and <strong>of</strong> course - fun! On Saturday night,<br />

dress up for a <strong>the</strong>me dinner <strong>the</strong>n spend <strong>the</strong> rest <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> night<br />

performing Karaoke and dancing! Workshop descriptions and a<br />

special registration form will be available after September 1, 2012<br />

at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org.<br />

OVERNIGHT!<br />

TAKE ACTION. <strong>Girl</strong>s advocate for <strong>the</strong>mselves & o<strong>the</strong>rs.<br />

Health + Happiness = Hy-Vee<br />

Come learn about cuisines from around <strong>the</strong> world and even<br />

make a few yourself. The Hy-Vee dietitian will teach you<br />

about food from different countries and <strong>the</strong>y will make <strong>the</strong>ir own<br />

hummus too. Come hungry to learn tastes from o<strong>the</strong>r cultures.<br />

Cost includes food and patch.<br />

Option 1: Saturday, November 3, 2012 — 2:00pm to 3:30pm<br />

Location: Hy-Vee, Springfield, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/26/12<br />

Option 2: Saturday, February 2, 2013 — 2:00pm to 3:30pm<br />

Location: Hy-Vee, Springfield, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 1/25/13<br />

MIN/MAX: 15/30 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $10.00 Adult Cost: Free to observe<br />

2012 Blowout Bash Lock-In<br />

Join your sister <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> for <strong>the</strong> final celebration<br />

for our 100th Anniversary! Say good-bye<br />

to <strong>the</strong> Year <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Girl</strong> in style. <strong>Girl</strong>s will enjoy a jam-packed<br />

night <strong>of</strong> fun with a wide-range <strong>of</strong> activities, including a midnight<br />

snack! Everyone will go home with a patch to commemorate<br />

this special event.<br />

OVERNIGHT!<br />

CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s promote cooperation & team-building.<br />

Date: Friday, November 2 - Sunday, November 4, 2012<br />

Time: 6:00pm Friday to 11:00am Sunday<br />

Location: Finbrooke Program Center<br />

Registration Deadline: 10/19/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 20/100 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $30.00 Adult Cost: $20.00<br />

CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s develop healthy relationships.<br />

Option 1: Friday, Dec. 7 - Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012<br />

Time: 10:00pm Friday to 6:00am Saturday<br />

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 11/12/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 150/TBD <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $20.00 Adult Cost: $10.00<br />

Option 2: Saturday, Dec. 8 - Sunday Dec. 9, 2012<br />

Time: 7:00pm Saturday to 5:30am Sunday<br />

Location: Jefferson City, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 11/9/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 50/150 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $20.00 Adult Cost: $10.00<br />

Option 3: Friday, Dec.14 - Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012<br />

Time: 7:00pm Friday to 8:00am Saturday<br />

Location: Springfield Gymnastics & Aquatics, Springfield, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 11/30/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 40/90 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $20.00 Adult Cost: $10.00


CONNECT. <strong>Girl</strong>s develop healthy relationships.<br />

Advanced Cookie Chefs<br />

This is not <strong>the</strong> no-bake Cookie Chefs for <strong>the</strong><br />

younger girls! You will take charge <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> kitchen<br />

and will work toge<strong>the</strong>r to follow recipes. You will cook and bake<br />

delicious desserts using <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cookies and will also be<br />

challenged to create a unique dessert <strong>of</strong> your very own! Cost for<br />

adults includes tastes <strong>of</strong> all <strong>the</strong> creations.<br />

Option 1: Friday, January 11, 2013 — 6:00pm to 8:00pm<br />

Location: Finbrooke Program Center, Rogersville, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 12/21/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/80 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $10.00 Adult Cost: $3.00<br />

Option 2: Tuesday, January 22, 2013 — 6:00pm to 8:00pm<br />

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 1/4/12<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/50 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $10.00 Adult Cost: $3.00<br />

Option 3: Sunday, January 27, 2013 — 2:00pm to 4:00pm<br />

Location: Silver Meadows Program Center, Hallsville, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 1/11/13<br />

MIN/MAX: 20/50 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $10.00 Adult Cost: $3.00<br />

Option 4: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 — 6:00pm to 8:00pm<br />

Location: Dexter, MO<br />

Registration Deadline: 1/15/13<br />

MIN/MAX: 10/25 <strong>Girl</strong> Cost: $10.00 Adult Cost: $3.00<br />

mark your calendars!<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Day at <strong>the</strong> Springfield Cardinals<br />

When: May or June 2013<br />

Where: Springfield, MO<br />

Who: All <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> & <strong>the</strong>ir families<br />

Join us this spring for <strong>the</strong> annual <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Day with<br />

<strong>the</strong> Springfield Cardinals! Take part in a special pre-game<br />

parade around <strong>the</strong> baseball diamond and support <strong>the</strong><br />

lucky <strong>Girl</strong> Scout who throws out <strong>the</strong> ceremonial first<br />

pitch! Its’ fun for <strong>the</strong> whole family!<br />

DON’T FORGET!<br />

You can use <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cookie<br />

Credit gift cards to pay for your<br />

event registration fees!<br />

A NOTE TO PARENTS...<br />

Many <strong>Girl</strong> Scout troops register to attend programs as a group, but<br />

girls may attend any program for <strong>the</strong>ir age level as an individual<br />

(adult chaperone required). We encourage you to look through<br />

<strong>the</strong>se listings with your daughter and talk to her about <strong>the</strong> programs<br />

she’d like to attend. There is a program registration form on pages<br />

13-14 and online at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org. If you have<br />

questions about any <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> program listings, please email<br />

programs@girlscoutsmoheartland.org or call 877-312-4764 to<br />

speak with a leadership and learning specialist.<br />

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Summer Camp 2012<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Missouri</strong> <strong>Heartland</strong> celebrated 100 Trailblazing Years with 6 weeks <strong>of</strong> resident<br />

camp <strong>of</strong>fered at 4 different program centers. <strong>Girl</strong>s had a wide variety <strong>of</strong> sessions from which to<br />

choose, including sessions that emphasized swimming, horseback riding, robotics, challenge<br />

courses and good old outdoor fun!<br />

Camp provides a unique opportunity for girls to learn traditions <strong>of</strong> <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> while also<br />

providing a safe, relaxed environment where girls feel free to try new things. Days begin<br />

and end with a flag ceremony, meals start only after grace, and everyone has Kapers<br />

<strong>the</strong>y must complete. In between <strong>the</strong> swimming, horseback riding, archery, hiking,<br />

game playing, song-singing and craft-making, girls find time to relax with a good<br />

book, write a letter home to <strong>the</strong>ir family or take a short siesta in <strong>the</strong> shade.<br />

Every day at camp provides girls with an opportunity to make new friends, challenge<br />

<strong>the</strong>mselves by trying something new and most <strong>of</strong> all to make memories that<br />

will last a lifetime.<br />

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destinations<br />

Destinations are travel opportunities that range from two days to<br />

three weeks for <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cadettes and older. There are six types<br />

<strong>of</strong> destinations to fit every girl’s time, budget, and dreams….<br />

International: How about camping in Austria,<br />

exploring Peru, or soaking up <strong>the</strong> culture in India<br />

Outdoors: Sea kayak in Alaska, bike through<br />

Michigan, or trek through <strong>the</strong> Rockies on horseback…<br />

Science: Check out space Camp ® or hop aboard a<br />

schooner to check out <strong>the</strong> nightlight—underwater.<br />

People: Meet new friends, learn about women’s<br />

history, or just have a great time in a new city!<br />

Apprenticeships: Budding biologists, anthropologists,<br />

geologists, and archeologists can work side-by-side with<br />

career role models.<br />

Getaways: Themes for <strong>the</strong>se 2-4 day events range<br />

from a Broadway career workshop to home-building<br />

for Habitat for Humanity.<br />

Most <strong>Girl</strong> Scout destinations require council<br />

(GSMH) approval; scholarships are available.<br />

Contact Stefanie McCall at 877-312-4764 x1157 for<br />

more information.<br />

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Where Can <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> Go<br />

...anywhere!<br />

Every girl deserves <strong>the</strong> chance to explore <strong>the</strong> world. The <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />

<strong>Missouri</strong> <strong>Heartland</strong> Travel Pathway provides girls <strong>the</strong> opportunity to learn about<br />

different regions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> United States, participate in <strong>Girl</strong> Scout National Conventions,<br />

and even experience different cultures <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> world. GSMH is excited to <strong>of</strong>fer<br />

a three-year rotation <strong>of</strong> amazing travel opportunities. <strong>Girl</strong>s should mark <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

calendars and start saving now—<strong>the</strong>y won’t want to miss <strong>the</strong>se!<br />

Summer 2013: Washington, D.C. <strong>Girl</strong>s will discover <strong>the</strong> history and beauty <strong>of</strong> our<br />

nation’s capital. Special attractions may include visits to <strong>the</strong> Smithsonian Museum,<br />

Arlington National Cemetery, <strong>the</strong> Lincoln Memorial, Holocaust Memorial Museum, <strong>the</strong><br />

Washington Monument and more!<br />

October 16-19, 2014: GSUSA National Council Session/53rd National Convention<br />

Salt Lake City, UT. A leadership experience like no o<strong>the</strong>r! Join <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> from all<br />

across <strong>the</strong> United States to connect and take action on issues that affect <strong>the</strong> future <strong>of</strong><br />

girls and <strong>the</strong> <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Movement. <strong>Girl</strong>s will attend <strong>the</strong> opening and closing ceremonies and have time to<br />

explore a Hall <strong>of</strong> Exhibits and enjoy first class entertainment!<br />

Summer 2015: Europe. Start planning now to save money for this amazing global travel opportunity for<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors who are at least 14 years <strong>of</strong> age by <strong>the</strong> date <strong>of</strong> departure.<br />

<strong>Girl</strong>s will travel to some <strong>of</strong> Europe’s most amazing cities and have <strong>the</strong> journey <strong>of</strong> a lifetime!<br />

Congratulations to Hannah Bakker from<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cadette Troop 10770 for being accepted<br />

to participate in <strong>the</strong> Wyoming’s Wildlife Wonders<br />

National Destination this summer! Hannah, along<br />

with o<strong>the</strong>r <strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> from across <strong>the</strong> country,<br />

worked with and learned from field instructors at<br />

<strong>the</strong> Teton Science Schools and women leaders<br />

from <strong>the</strong> Rocky Mountains. Toge<strong>the</strong>r, on foot and by<br />

canoe, <strong>the</strong>y explored Grand Teton and Yellowstone<br />

National Parks. Hannah says, “I chose this destination<br />

because it excited me. I am amazed by how<br />

ecosystems can work toge<strong>the</strong>r perfectly, just like<br />

<strong>the</strong> one at Yellowstone. I know that <strong>the</strong> people who<br />

are employed <strong>the</strong>re have much too teach me, and<br />

I am willing to learn what <strong>the</strong>y have to say.” Hannah,<br />

who has been a <strong>Girl</strong> Scout since Daisies, earned her<br />

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fall product program<br />

The fall product program is a great way to get a head start on learning business skills like teamwork<br />

and goal-setting , and for troops to earn proceeds earlier in <strong>the</strong> school year. There are two types<br />

<strong>of</strong> products sold during this program—QSP items (magazines, books, and music) and nut & candy<br />

items (check out <strong>the</strong> yummy selection below).<br />

This year’s <strong>the</strong>me is “What Can a <strong>Girl</strong> Do,” and <strong>the</strong> mascot is <strong>the</strong> pink flamingo. Take a look at a<br />

SNEAK PEEK <strong>of</strong> this year’s awesome recognition items!<br />

2012 qsp recognition items<br />

4 QSP Items<br />

• Hair Tie Lollipop OR<br />

• Heart Chalkboard Set<br />

6 QSP Items<br />

• Plush Flamingo OR<br />

• Pink Camo Zipper Case<br />

2 QSP Items<br />

• “What Can a <strong>Girl</strong> Do” Patch<br />

7 QSP Items<br />

• Super Seller Magazine Patch<br />

9 QSP Items<br />

• Tap & Wrap Watch OR<br />

• Flamingo T-Shirt<br />

15 QSP Items<br />

• Zen Alarm Clock OR<br />

• Dry Erase Wall Decals<br />

interlocking patches<br />

12 Online Email Addresses<br />

2 Magazine Orders<br />

8 Nut/Candy Orders<br />

1 Complete Address Booklet<br />

3 Military Orders<br />

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about recognition items...<br />

To celebrate your achievement, you earn recognition items in this program. Items are earned based on<br />

different sales goals, both QSP (magazine/book/music) items and nut and candy items. Recognitions are<br />

cumulative—so whatever goal level you meet, you’ll receive <strong>the</strong> items at that level AND all <strong>the</strong> levels below it!<br />

For example—if you sell 6 QSP items, you’ll earn: <strong>the</strong> plush flamingo (or pink camo zipper case—your choice)<br />

AND <strong>the</strong> hair tie lollipop (or heart chalkboard set—your choice) and <strong>the</strong> “What Can a <strong>Girl</strong> Do” patch.<br />

2012 nut/candy recognition items<br />

26 Nut/Candy Items<br />

• Fashion Velvet Poster Boards OR<br />

• 6 Color Pen<br />

8 Nut/Candy Items<br />

• “Get Connected” Patch<br />

16 Nut/Candy Items<br />

• Hair Tie Lollipop OR<br />

• Heart Chalkboard Set<br />

36 Nut/Candy Items<br />

• Super Seller Nut/Candy Patch<br />

2012 bonus levels<br />

50 Nut/Candy Items<br />

• Tap & Wrap Watch OR<br />

• Flamingo T-Shirt<br />

85 Nut/Candy Items<br />

• Zen Alarm Clock OR<br />

• Dry Erase Wall Decals<br />

$350 Combined Orders<br />

• Magnetic Photo Frames AND<br />

• Goal Achiever Patch<br />

2012 fall product program line-up<br />

$5.00 NEW! Peanut Butter Bears<br />

Deluxe Pecan Clusters<br />

NEW! Dulce de Leche Box Chocolates<br />

$6.00 Honey Roasted Peanuts<br />

Salsa Mix<br />

Butter Toasted Peanuts<br />

Gummi Berries<br />

Chocolate Covered Peanuts<br />

$450 Combined Orders<br />

• 24” Plush Flamingo OR<br />

• Music Download Certificate<br />

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$550 Combined Orders<br />

• Art Deco Lap Desk OR<br />

• Book Certificate<br />

Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels<br />

Chocolated Covered Raisins<br />

$7.00 Whole Cashews<br />

Blueberry Pomegranate Nut Crunch<br />

$8.00 Caramel Treasures—<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Tin<br />

Mint Treasures—<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Tin


girl scout<br />

awards<br />

Silver & Gold Awards at a glance<br />

Overview<br />

Take Action<br />

Project<br />

Sustainable<br />

Global<br />

Recent Projects<br />

in GSMH<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Silver Award—Cadettes<br />

• Complete a Cadette Journey.<br />

• Work as an individual or in a small group<br />

(3–4 girls) where girls take <strong>the</strong> lead.<br />

• Take action on a community issue that<br />

<strong>the</strong> girls care about.<br />

• Help and guidance provided by troop/<br />

group volunteer/Project Advisor<br />

optional.<br />

• Council approval needed for any money<br />

earning or publicity.<br />

• Suggested minimum <strong>of</strong> 50 hours.<br />

Individual or group (3–4 girls) Take Action<br />

Project that makes <strong>the</strong> local neighborhood<br />

or community better.<br />

Puts <strong>the</strong> Promise and Law into action.<br />

<strong>Girl</strong>s demonstrate an understanding<br />

<strong>of</strong> sustainability in <strong>the</strong> project plan and<br />

implementation.<br />

<strong>Girl</strong>s connect with new friends outside<br />

<strong>the</strong>ir immediate community, learn how<br />

o<strong>the</strong>rs have solved similar problems and<br />

determine if <strong>the</strong> ideas <strong>of</strong> o<strong>the</strong>rs can help<br />

with <strong>the</strong>ir plan.<br />

• Pet safety enrichment for elementary<br />

school students<br />

• Supplies for low-income mo<strong>the</strong>rs<br />

• Handmade reusable shopping bags<br />

given out at community events<br />

• Recycling bins installed at local parks<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Gold Award—Seniors & Ambassadors<br />

• Complete 2 Journeys (Senior and Ambassador).<br />

OR<br />

• Have earned <strong>the</strong> Silver Award and completed one<br />

Senior or Ambassador Journey.<br />

• Individually girl led; girl selects and recruits Project<br />

Advisor.<br />

• Take action on a community issue that <strong>the</strong> girls care<br />

about.<br />

• Help and guidance provided by Project Advisor.<br />

• Council approval needed for any money earning<br />

or publicity.<br />

• Suggested minimum <strong>of</strong> 80 hours.<br />

Individual Take Action Project that makes a lasting<br />

difference in <strong>the</strong> local community, region, or beyond.<br />

Puts <strong>the</strong> Promise and Law into action.<br />

Take Action Project includes provisions to ensure<br />

sustainability.<br />

<strong>Girl</strong>s identify national and/or global links to <strong>the</strong>ir selected<br />

issue. They learn from o<strong>the</strong>rs and develop a plan to share<br />

<strong>the</strong> results <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir project beyond <strong>the</strong> local community.<br />

• Annual uniforms and school supplies for rural children<br />

in Honduras<br />

• Disaster preparedness kits for all classrooms in a<br />

school district<br />

• Public service announcement for an animal shelter<br />

• Rain garden to solve a water run<strong>of</strong>f problem<br />

Contact Karen Lawrence at 877-312-4764 x1329 for more information about GS awards.<br />

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shop with us!<br />

shop order forms available online!<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Missouri</strong> <strong>Heartland</strong> retail shops have<br />

everything you need! Stop by <strong>of</strong>ten for <strong>the</strong> latest books,<br />

insignia, uniforms, gifts, sportswear and more!<br />

<strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cookie Credit can be used at any GSMH retail<br />

shop, or applied to mail or phone orders.*<br />

*Please note: <strong>Girl</strong> Scout Cookie Credit may only be spent for <strong>the</strong> girl who has earned it.<br />

Shop online at www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org.<br />

Shops are open 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday (closed 1:00 - 2:00 pm, except<br />

Springfield). Check <strong>the</strong> shop Web page for current Saturday hours.<br />

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<strong>Girl</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Missouri</strong> <strong>Heartland</strong>, Inc.<br />

210 S. Ingram Mill Rd.<br />

Springfield, MO 65802-6100<br />

Non-Pr<strong>of</strong>it Org.<br />

U.S. Postage<br />

PAID<br />

Columbia, MO<br />

Permit No. 353<br />

<strong>impact</strong><br />

a newsletter for<br />

girl scout cadettes, seniors, and ambassadors<br />

STARTER KITS<br />

• Tunic * $58.50<br />

or Vest * $60.75<br />

• Flag Patch<br />

• GSUSA ID Set<br />

• Troop Numerals (5)<br />

• Insignia Tab<br />

• <strong>Girl</strong>’s Guide<br />

• Journey Book (choose 1)<br />

–Daisy Flower Garden<br />

–Between Earth & Sky<br />

–3 Cheers for Animals<br />

• Sash $51.50<br />

or Vest $69.25<br />

• Flag Patch<br />

• GSUSA ID Set<br />

• Troop Numerals (5)<br />

• Insignia Tab<br />

• <strong>Girl</strong>’s Guide<br />

• Sash * $50.00<br />

or Vest * $62.25<br />

• Flag Patch<br />

• GSUSA ID Set<br />

• Troop Numerals (5)<br />

• Insignia Tab<br />

• <strong>Girl</strong>’s Guide<br />

• Journey Book (choose 1)<br />

–Brownie Quest<br />

–Wonders <strong>of</strong> Water<br />

–World <strong>of</strong> <strong>Girl</strong>s<br />

• Journey Book (choose 1)<br />

–Amaze –<strong>Girl</strong>Topia<br />

–Brea<strong>the</strong> –Sow What<br />

– MEdia –Mission: Sisterhood<br />

–Your Voice/World<br />

–Justice<br />

-Bliss: Live It/Give It<br />

• Sash * $51.00<br />

or Vest * $62.25<br />

• Flag Patch<br />

• GSUSA ID Set<br />

• Troop Numerals (5)<br />

• Insignia Tab<br />

• <strong>Girl</strong>’s Guide<br />

• Journey Book (choose 1)<br />

–Agent <strong>of</strong> Change<br />

–Get Moving<br />

–aMuse<br />

free<br />

with purchase <strong>of</strong> starter kit.<br />

while supplies last.<br />

*Plus size additional cost

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