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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