02-Jun-2012 02-Jun-2012
Dimensions of Diversity
Start Time: 11:00 AM End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Ludington Little House
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $5/person
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
This fun, interactive session will show you how to embrace inclusion within your troop/group, Service Unit and/or GSMISTS. Each participant will receive a packet of activities to aid in problem solving, acceptance of others and discussion topics to adapt for use with girls. This course is only available in a classroom setting, there is no Home Study. Also available upon request; contact the Volunteer Learning Manager.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
02-Jun-2012 02-Jun-2012
Volunteer Essentials 101
Start Time: 9:00 AM End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Ludington Little House
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $2/person
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
This course, formerly known as Troop Management 101, introduces volunteers to the structure, policies and processes of GSMISTS and helps prepare for the first troop/group meeting. New volunteers will receive resource materials at this session. This course is also available as a Home Study on our website (VolunteerZone). Volunteers selecting the Home Study option may pick up their resource materials at a Service Center, or contact the Volunteer Learning Manager to make arrangements.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
11-May-2012 13-May-2012
2nd Annual Troop Mackinaw
Start Time: TBA End Time: TBA
Location: Mackinaw Island
Contact: Heather Tamlyn, 231.330.3384 or hmtamlyn@gmail.com
Pathway: Travel, Events
Cost: See below
Grade Level: All
More Info:
The 2nd Annual Troop Mackinaw will be held May 11-13, 2012. Last year we had over 100 participants and loads of fun. This year is sure to bigger and better!
Download the itinerary and registration form here:
2012 Troop Mackinaw Registration Form (63 KB)
2012 Troop Mackinaw Itenierary (52 KB)
Looking for other dates? Customized packages are available for groups of 16 or more people. To receive a proposal for a customized package your email must include troop number, leader name, phone number, email address and date of arrival. Packages are available from 05/04/12 thru 10/05/12. Sunday through Thursday stays will be more cost efficient than Friday or Saturday. Dates in May & June will be less than July & August. Email Heather at the contact above.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
05-May-2012 05-May-2012
Dimensions of Diversity
Start Time: 11:00 AM End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Ludington Little House
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $5/person
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
This fun, interactive session will show you how to embrace inclusion within your troop/group, Service Unit and/or GSMISTS. Each participant will receive a packet of activities to aid in problem solving, acceptance of others and discussion topics to adapt for use with girls. This course is only available in a classroom setting, there is no Home Study. Also available upon request; contact the Volunteer Learning Manager.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
05-May-2012 05-May-2012
Volunteer Essentials 101
Start Time: 9:00 AM End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Ludington Little House
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $2/person
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
This course, formerly known as Troop Management 101, introduces volunteers to the structure, policies and processes of GSMISTS and helps prepare for the first troop/group meeting. New volunteers will receive resource materials at this session. This course is also available as a Home Study on our website (VolunteerZone). Volunteers selecting the Home Study option may pick up their resource materials at a Service Center, or contact the Volunteer Learning Manager to make arrangements.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
20-Apr-2012 22-Apr-2012
CAB Big Clean Weekend
Start Time: 4:00 PM (Friday) End Time: 3:00 PM (Sunday)
Location: Camp Anna Behrens, Greenville
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Camp
Cost: FREE
Grade Level: B, J, C, S, A & Family
More Info:
The entire family and troop is needed to help prepare camp for the 2012 camp season! At camp we will erect platform tents, clean beds and the buildings, put in the docks, clean the beach...you name it - it needs to be done. We will supply the meals and snacks; you supply the "elbow grease."
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
13-Apr-2012 14-Apr-2012
Remaking Media Series: GS All Nighter
Start Time: 10:00 PM (Friday) End Time: 6:00 AM (Saturday)
Location: Celebration Cinema South, Grand Rapids
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Events
Cost: $30/girl
Grade Level: C, S, A
More Info:
Spend the night at Celebration Cinema South busting media stereotypes. You'll confront the media's criteria for attractiveness and examine which criteria you may have internalized! You'll also explore all media stereotypes and create your own definitions of beauty. Come enjoy all of this while watching movies and eating popcorn.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
31-Mar-2012 31-Mar-2012
Girl Scout Legacy: 100 Years & Beyond
Start Time: 3:00 PM End Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Betsy Cutler House, Muskegon
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Events
Cost: FREE
Grade Level: All
More Info:
Be part of the GSMISTS Museum opening! You will be inspired by the legacy of Girl Scouts as you are introduced to the history and evolvement of Girl Scouts. Join Girl Scout sisters as testimonials are spokes and Girl Scout traditions are revealed.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
17-Mar-2012 17-Mar-2012
Brownie Pet Journey Day - HSWM
Start Time: 10:00 AM End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Humane Society of West Michigan (3077 Wilson Drive, GR)
Contact: 616-791-8066
Pathway: Events
Cost: $8/girl (Badge included)
Grade Level: B
More Info:
Please note: This is not a council-sponsored event. Please contact the Humane Society of West Michigan to register. Thank you!
Let the Humane Society of West Michigan help you on your badge Journey! We'll be offering a chance for you to work on your pet journey at the shelter through interactive and fun activities.
Please contact Jen Self-Aulgur to register at 616-791-8066 or jaulgur@hswestmi.org
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
17-Mar-2012 17-Mar-2012
Cadette Animal Helpers Journey - HSWM
Start Time: 1:00 PM End Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Humane Society of West Michigan (3077 Wilson Drive, GR)
Contact: 616-791-8066
Pathway: Events
Cost: $8/girl (Badge included)
Grade Level: C
More Info:
Please note: This is not a council-sponsored event. Please contact the Humane Society of West Michigan to register. Thank you!
Let the Humane Society of West Michigan help you on your badge Journey! We'll be offering a chance for you to work on your pet journey at the shelter through interactive and fun activities.
Please contact Jen Self-Aulgur to register at 616-791-8066 or jaulgur@hswestmi.org
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
10-Mar-2012 10-Mar-2012
Mission: Live Strong
Start Time: 10:00 AM End Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Betsy Cutler House, Muskegon
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Troop
Cost: $7/girl
Grade Level: J
More Info:
Find out how you can complete the mission to live strong. You will discover the essentials to boost your well-being and your quality of life through enjoyable activities inspired by the Staying Fit Badge and It's Your World - Change It Journey. You will not want to miss this powerful experience!
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
10-Mar-2012 10-Mar-2012
Teen Take Action Series
Start Time: 9:00 AM End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Betsy Cutler House, Muskegon & Traverse City Service Center
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Events
Cost: $5/girl
Grade Level: C, S, A
More Info:
Take Action allows girls to identify community needs, become resourceful problem solvers, advocate for issues and inspire others to Take Action with them! Through this, girls are empowered to make a difference in the world. Every Journey Book and the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards have a Take Action component. Come find out how you can start making a difference one community at a time. Are you ready to Take Action?
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
5-Mar-2012 5-Mar-2012
Dimensions of Diversity
Start Time: 6:30 PM End Time: 9:30 PM
Location: The Community, 7239 Thornapple River Dr SE, Ada
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $5/person
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
This fun, interactive session will show you how to embrace inclusion within your troop/group, Service Unit and/or GSMISTS. Each participant will receive a packet of activities to aid in problem solving, acceptance of others and discussion topics to adapt for use with girls. This course is only available in a classroom setting, there is no Home Study. Also available upon request; contact the Volunteer Learning Manager.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
04-Mar-2012 04-Mar-2012
Meet the Butterflies and Caterpillars Too!
Start Time: 12:00 PM End Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Contact: 616.975.3145
Pathway: Events, Troop
Cost: TBA
Grade Level: D, B, J, C, S, A
More Info:
Please note: This is not a council-sponsored event. Please contact the sponsoring organization to register.
New this year, the Scout event
will take place during the day, when the butterflies are most active. Troops
will reserve a check-in time, between noon and 2 pm and will then be able to
observe butterflies in flight, view a fascinating display of chrysalises, see
monarch caterpillars, and participate in a unique art activity. The cost is $5
per Scout and siblings, up to two leaders free, and $7 for additional adults.
The cost includes all materials and admission; a badge or patch is not
provided. Pre-registration is required; contact Marilyn Plank at mplank@meijergardens.org or
616-977-7683.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
25-Feb-2012 25-Feb-2012
American Red Cross Babysitter Instructor Course
Start Time: 9:00 AM End Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Grand Rapids Service Center
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $75 includes $45 Babysitter Instructor materials (plus American Red Cross fee)
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
Pre-Requisite: American Red Cross FIT Home Study (A Volunteer Services Manager will contact you to provide this upon your registration).
Bring a sack lunch. This session will prepare you to facilitate the Babysitting class to Cadettes and Seniors ages 11-15. Adult Instructors are also required to take the GSUSA Facilitating Adult Learning Course (offered in spring/summer/fall for $5) within the calendar year 2012.
Note: Service Units might consider pooling financial resources to enable an individual in their county/nearby counties to take this Babysitter Instructor course and offer the Babysitting class several times throughout the year.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
25-Feb-2012 25-Feb-2012
Girl Scout Gold Award Training
Start Time: 9:30 AM End Time: 11:00 AM
Location: St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Dorr (Allegan County)
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Teen Training
Cost: $2/girl
Grade Level: S, A
More Info:
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
25-Feb-2012 25-Feb-2012
Imagine Engineering Workshop
Start Time: 10 AM End Time: 1 PM
Location: Cascade Engineering (3400 Innovation Ct. SE, Grand Rapids, MI)
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Events
Cost: $5/girl
Grade Level: C (grades 6-8)
More Info:
Join us for our first STEM event in our 100th year! This interactive workshop will encourage girls to pursue careers in engineering, and is a great opportunity for girls to engage with engineers and do some fun, hands-on activities. A great opportunity for both individual girls and troops!
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
25-Feb-2012 25-Feb-2012
Lights! Camera! Action!
Start Time: 10:00 AM End Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Pathfinder School, TC
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Troop
Cost: $10/girl
Grade Level: J
More Info:
Dive into the aMUSE Journey and discover all the different roles you can play in your life. Through activities you will find out how these different roles can affect you and others. If you have an interest in theatre and being on stage, this event is for you! Lunch is included.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
16-Feb-2012 16-Feb-2012
Dimensions of Diversity
Start Time: 6:30 PM End Time: 9:30 PM
Location: The Community, 7239 Thornapple River Dr SE, Ada
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $5/person
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
This fun, interactive session will show you how to embrace inclusion within your troop/group, Service Unit and/or GSMISTS. Each participant will receive a packet of activities to aid in problem solving, acceptance of others and discussion topics to adapt for use with girls. This course is only available in a classroom setting, there is no Home Study. Also available upon request; contact the Volunteer Learning Manager.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
11-Feb-2012 11-Feb-2012
Volunteer Essentials 101
Start Time: 9:00 AM End Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Ludington Little House
Contact: 866.566.7434
Pathway: Adult Education
Cost: $2/person
Grade Level: Adult Training
More Info:
This course, formerly known as Troop Management 101, introduces volunteers to the structure, policies and processes of GSMISTS and helps prepare for the first troop/group meeting. New volunteers will receive resource materials at this session. This course is also available as a Home Study on our website (VolunteerZone). Volunteers selecting the Home Study option may pick up their resource materials at a Service Center, or contact the Volunteer Learning Manager to make arrangements.
190 Monroe Grand Rapids MI 49503
