girl scouts of gateway council summer fun guide

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Girl Scouts of Gateway Council

Summer Fun Guide

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CONTACT GSGC

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(877) 764-5237

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WHAT’S INSIDEGetting Started ........................................... 3

In-person Summer Camp ........................ 6

Summer Camp Online .............................. 8 Family Programs ........................................ 10

Annual Permission Form ......................... 17

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GettingGettingStarted Started

In here you’ll find information about programs designed for girls, families and adults. We offer opportunities across North Florida, from Jacksonville to Pensacola and everywhere in between!

Let girls take the lead! Help them find the experiences that are just right for them.

Download the guide and share it with parents and guardians!

Register for events at girlscouts-gateway.org/events. You can see more details about all the events, programs and training opportunities, then sign up! Important note: You must register for events to attend, unless otherwise noted. If you need assistance with the registration process, call us at (877) 764-5237.

Attend events and programs! Girls can attend events as a troop, on their own, with parents and with their whole families. You’ll see which events are open to different groups throughout the guide.

Remember: Girl Scouts is about progression! If your Junior sees a program she’d love but it’s only available to Seniors and Ambassadors, remind her that if she sticks with Girl Scouting, she’ll be able to do that program eventually — and then some!

Using the Guide

We’re excited to offer experiences and opportunities across North Florida, with support staff in every communiy. When you need help with something or want to share some feedback, just email us at [email protected] or call (877) 764-5237.

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CAMPThis summer, prepare for an adventure — one that’s totally girl-led! Whether your

girl wants to sign up for virtual options or experience the outdoors at Camp Kateri or

Camp Kugelman, she can’t go wrong.

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Register for camp: camp.joingsgc.org

In-person Summer CampCampfire Chef When: June 27- July 2 Where: Camp Kugelman or Camp Kateri Grades: 6-12 Cost: $450/Girl Scout, $485/non-Girl Scout youthIn this fun-filled and fast-paced camp, campers will learn the basics of campfire cooking and enjoy their delicious creations! Dutch ovens, pie irons, foil packs, stick cooking and so much more, chefs will discover the many ways meals can be made at camp! Each day, attendees will also enjoy all that Camp Kugelman has to offer with canoeing, kayaking, sailing, swimming and archery. At the end of the week, each unit will get to compete in a “Campfire Master Chef” competition. Will your unit come out on top?

Ready, Set, Aim! When: June 28- July 2, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Eastern daily Where: Easton Archery Center Grades: 4-12 Cost: $300/Girl Scout, $335/non-Girl ScoutGo on an archery adventure brand new to GSGC during this day camp! With help from our partners Easton Newberry Archery Center, you’ll spend each day honing your archery knowledge and skills. Put your newknowledge to the test or take your expertise to the next level with indoor and outdoor archery activities and courses.

Think SPACE When: July 7-9 Where: Camp Kugelman Grades: K-3 Cost: $250/Girl Scout, $285/non-Girl ScoutStars, planets, asteroids, constellations, exploration and beyond! Think SPACE this week and get ready for an out of this world experience! What better way to earn your Space Science badge than enjoying the stars as you cook your dinner outside, building your ownconstellation out of snacks and learning all about space with your fellow Girl Scouts in a fun environment! The galaxy is the limit!

Wet-N-Wild (Me and my Gal) Grades: K-3 July 7-9 Camp Kateri $250/Girl Scout, $285/non-Girl Scout youthLooking for summer fun on the water? Ready to make a splash with your fellow Girl Scouts? Then this is the camp for you! Spend time with new friends as you dive into water-filled adventures like water relays,swimming, canoeing, and more! Then, grab a book and relax by the lake or try your hand at fishing. Plus, During this camp session we will be adding a block of unitsreserved for Me and my Gal (Girl Scout + 1 femaleparent/ guardian/ relative).

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Survivor Grades: 4-12 July 11-16 Camp Kateri $450/Girl Scout, $485/non-Girl Scout youthYou have been waiting for this week all year and it’sfinally here! Arrive at camp, pick your team color and get ready to test your limits with a full week ofcompetitions. You and your teammates will compete in everything from simple relay races to cardboard sailboat building and see who comes out on top! Does your team have what it takes to bring home the trophy? Come to camp and find out!

It’s All You When: July 18-23 Where: Camp Kugelman Grades: 2-5 Cost: $450/Girl Scout, $485/non-Girl ScoutThis week is all about YOU! Learn about self-carepractices for young women and girls and spend the week relaxing with your fellow Girl Scouts. You’ll have a fantastic time making sugar scrubs, bath bombs and sleep masks. Next on this amazing adventure, you’ll take to the outdoors for a relaxing time swimming in the pool, practicing yoga and meditation in the mornings and, of course, hiking.

So STEM When: July 18-23 Where: Camp Kateri Grades: 4-12 Cost: $450/Girl Scout, $485/non-Girl Scout Thank you to our sponsor: RS&HGet messy with science, become an engineer andembrace STEM at summer camp! During this exciting week of camp, you’ll get to create a Rube Goldbergmachine, build a prosthetic leg for an elephant, see if your building can out last an earthquake and even design a life vest for a puppy! You’ll also learn about the interesting science behind elephant toothpaste and make your very own rock candy. All this fun building and science, plus traditional camp favorites like archery, canoeing and kayaking will make for one sweet week of camp!

Muggle Magic When: July 25-30 Where: Camp Kugelman or Camp Kateri Grades: 4-12 Cost: $450/Girl Scout, $485/non-Girl ScoutJoin us for this magical week at Gryffon Grounds (Camp Kugelman)! Upon arrival get sorted into your house and meet your housemates. Use your crafty skills to create your wand, learn about the science behind the potions and even make a crystal ball. Don’t forget your muggle studies: spend time each day doing archery, swimming, hiking and much more! Remember we will be counting points all week to see who wins the House Cup!

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Summer Camp OnlineCreating with Clay Grades: 2-5 June 29-July 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily Online $100/Girl Scout, $135/non-Girl Scout youthUnleash your inner artist and have fun making a mess with purpose! Discover the ins and outs of pottery as you mold, shape and create works of art with clay. When you aren’t making a masterpiece, you’ll get to enjoy all of our favorite summer camp activities like games, SWAPS and s’mores!

Shark Tank Grades: 6-12 July 13-16, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily Online $75/Girl Scout, $110/non-Girl Scout youthDo you have what it takes to own your own business? Bring your idea to life and build a business day by day with the help of inspirational business mentors! You’ll identify your product or service, learn about yourcustomers and create a business plan. At the end of the week, pitch your idea to a panel of businesswomen.

Camp Cybersecurity Grades 6-12 July 13-16, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily Online $75/Girl Scout, $110/non-Girl Scout youthEarn your three Cybersecurity badges as you practice with the codeSprak platform, alongside the STEMexperts at Kids Can Code. You’ll find out aboutprotecting your data and staying safe online!

Coder’s Club Grades: 6-12 July 20-23, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily Online $75/Girl Scout, $110/non-Girl Scout youthEarn your Coding for Good badges with our friends at Kids Can Code! Use the VidCode platform to write JavaScript and complete three exciting projects in a fun and laid-back environment that will allow you to explore and expand on coding capabilities.

Kitchen Chemistry Grades: 2-8 July 20-23, 2-5 p.m. daily Online $100/Girl Scout, $135/non-Girl Scout youthHave you ever wanted to play with your food or really just dig into it and make a mess? We’re giving youpermission in the name of STEM! Science is all around us — even on our plate! Discover the science of food as we make some sweet treats and try tasty tonguetwisters! This is your chance to make a mess in the kitchen!


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FamilyProgramsFun for the whole summer awaits! Grab your family and friends and enjoy these

one-of-a-kind experiences together!

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Register for programs: girlscouts-gateway.org/events

Gulfarium Family Fun DayDBJCSAF June 12Gulfarium Marine ParkCost: $15/DBJ, $22/CSA, $22/Adult Spend the day at Gulfarium! Gain access to amazingexhibits, shows, training demonstrations and more! With dolphin and sea lion shows, daily animal chats, and exciting displays to view, your visit will be filled with fun and adventure! Shaking your Family TreeDBJ June 12 Watson Realty Conference Room Cost: $5/Girl Scout, $2/adultPlanning on seeing your family this summer? Want to learn a little bit more about your family’s story? Join us for a variety of fun activities with The Southern Gene-alogist’s Exchange Society and learn how to interview, research and document your family’s story! DNA Determines Your Appearance and What Makes You You!CSA June 12 Watson Realty Conference Room Cost: $5/Girl Scout, $2/adultEver wondered why you look like you? Want to learn a little bit more about your family’s story? Join us for a variety of fun activities with The Southern Genealogist’s Exchange Society and learn basic genealogy research techniques and how DNA determines your appearance.

Super Science DiscoveriesB June 18 Emerald Coast Science CenterCost: $15.00/Girl Scout, $3.00/Adult Prepare to make a mess, laugh and discover all of the ways science is in your everyday life! In this amazing workshop, you’ll experience differ-ent dynamic experiments which will delight and inspire you to recognize your own inner scientist! The Beauty Within DBJCSAFJune 19Florida Caverns State ParkCost: $10/Girl Scouts ages 12 and under, $16 /Girl Scouts ages 13 and older, $13 /Adult Experience the wonder of the limestone cave system as tour guides take you on a journey through time to see formations that have grown slowly through thousands of years! You are welcome to bring a pack lunch andenjoy the natural beauty of the State Park. You will be on your own to explore the park before and after your tour.

Goat Yoga at Emerlad Coast Zoo DBJCSAF June 26 Emerald Coast Zoo Cost: $33/Girl Scout, $30/Adult, $33/non-Girl Scout youthCome to Emerald Coast Zoo for some clarity of mind, body, and soul and lots of giggles! Experience thenewest trend – Goat Yoga! Enjoy an unusual animalencounter as you stretch, flex and relax in naturesurrounded by zoo animals. After yoga, stay for a fun day at the zoo and bring a pack lunch to eat in thepicnic area. Make it a WILD zoo day!

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Vertebrates VS Invertebrates at the St. Augustine AquariumDBJCSAF June 26 St. Augustine Aquarium Cost: $15/Girl Scout, $10/Adult Did you know? Some sea animals have bones, and some have none. Discover the difference between them and it impacts how they live, move, and eat! Plus, learn the variations between vertebrates and invertebrates and even observe the dissection of a boney fish and squid! CSA’s will have the option to participate in the dissec-tions if desired.

Stand Up Paddle BoardingCSAF June 27TNT Hideaway Cost: $70/Girl Scout, $67/Adult Join T-n-T Hideaway ACA certified instructors for this 3-hour stand-up paddle boarding course! Come learn the “balance” of life and enjoy a day on the water!Paddle Board and life jacket rentals are included in the cost.

The Great Nature DesignJC July 9 Emerald Coast Science Center Cost: $20/Girl Scout, $4/Adult Spark your imagination, and let nature be yourinspiration as you design different kinds of art! In this fun and exciting workshop, you will create art whilediscovering the splendor of our natural surroundings. Get creative with Mother Nature as your guide! All About Corals at the St. Augustine Aquarium DBJCSAF July 10 St. Augustine Aquarium Cost: $15/Girl Scout, $10/adult Are corals a rock, a plant or an animal? Join us and learn about these amazing, endangered corals, observe a science experiment and make an edible coral!

Gold Award Bootcamp SAF July 10 OnlineCost: Free This Highest Awards training is highly recommended for girls interested in pursuing the Girl Scout Gold Award. You’ll get tools to develop your plan as you learn about the components of Highest Awards. Along the way, learn how to choose a project adviser, what active leadership is and how to build sustainability. Bring your thinking cap!

Music Tells a Story: A Virtual Storytelling WorkshopBJCSAF July 13 OnlineCost: $3/Girl Scout, $5/non-Girl Scout youth,$1/Adult, $3/Non-member Adult Watch as violinist and storyteller Megan Sahelyperforms musical tellings of several popular fairy tales and explore ways that you yourself can tell stories through music in this fun and interactive event!

Blue Wahoos Game night and Camp OutDBJCSAFJuly 17 Blue Wahoos Statdium Cost: $25/Girl Scout, $25/non-Girl Scout youth,$15/AdultGrab your tent and sleeping bag and come out to the Blue Wahoos Stadium for a game against Chattanooga Lookouts! Then, after the game when the field is clear, enjoy fireworks, a movie and a night on the outfield! Camp out with your troop, your family or your friends! This is an awesome experience you don’t want to miss!


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Wacissa River Summer Paddle JCSAF July 18 TNT Hideaway Cost: $55/Girl Scout, $52/Adult The Wacissa River is like going back in time to primitive beauty and clear springs with abundant wildlife. This two- and half-hour, guided paddle will take you to the spring and back and show you the beauty of yournatural surrounding. Cost includes, kayak rental and certified river guide. Girl Scout Night with the Jacksonville SharksDBJCSAF July 24Jacksonville Sharks Cost: $25/Girl Scout, $25/AdultCalling all Girl Scouts for a fun filled night with the Jacksonville Sharks! Girl Scouts will kick the evening off with a one-of-a-kind pregame experience alongside the Sharks Dance Team. You’ll receive a warm welcome with a message over the PA and a feature on theJumbotron. Each participant will receive a hotdog, a bag of chips, a drink and a Jacksonville Sharks hat!

Shipwreck Island Family Fun Day!DBJCSAF July 25 Shipwreck Island Waterpark Cost: $36/Girl Scout, $36/non-Girl Scout, $36/Adult You need some fun in 2021! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a day at Shipwreck Island Waterpark in Panama City Beach! Experience slides, a tippingbucket and a large pool!

Bull’s-Eye!CAug 6 Emerald Coast Science Center Cost: $20/Girl Scout, $4/AdultStand strong, believe in yourself, focus, check your form and then take your best shot! Learn safety and all about the basics of archery from certified instructors. Then, practice your newly acquired skills while shooting at targets and having fun with some silly and thrilling challenges!

Stars of HOPEBJCSAF Aug 28 Camp Kugelman Cost: $3/Girl Scout, $5/non-Girl Scout youth,$2/Adult, $4/non-Girl Scout adultStars of HOPE is a unique disaster relief and community arts program that aims to transform the physical and emotional landscapes of communities devastated by acts of nature or acts of violence. Come out and learn about the program and get ready to be creative and paint your stars!

COMING SOON: Game Night with the Jumbo ShrimpDBJCSAFDate TBDJacksonville Take us out to the ball game! Enjoy a night at the stadium with family and friends. More information to come soon!

COMING SOON: Family Yard Games & Dive in Poolside Outdoor Movie at Camp KugelmanDBJCSAFAug 28Camp Kugelman Enjoy family fun yard games and a great movie with your friends and family! The best parts of a pool party and movie night combined. More information to come soon!


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Frozen Banana Cereal Pops

Ingredients• 3/4 cup strawberry yogurt (non-dairy works too!)• 2 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal (or any you have handy!)• 4 medium bananas, peeled and cut crosswise in half• 8 wooden pop sticks

Directions• Place yogurt and cereal in separate shallow bowls. Insert pop

sticks through cut side of bananas. Dip bananas in yogurt, then roll in cereal to coat. Transfer to waxed paper-lined baking sheets.

• Freeze until firm, about 1 hour. Transfer to airtight freezer containers; seal containers and return pops to freezer.

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You’ve Got This

And Girl Scouts of Gateway Council is here for you through it all. Cheering you on, lifting you up, celebrating your strengths.

Today, tomorrow, together—we’re on your team.

Renew your membership today and get your invitation to our Girl ScoutExtravaganza event: mygs.girlscouts.org/

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Share Girl Scouts with your BFF

Now is the time to share the love of Girl Scouts! New and lapsed members can kick start their Girl Scout experience

for just $35 and keep the fun going through September 2022 with our extended year membership.

Plus, when you encourage a friend to sign up, you canreceive an awesome recruiter badge by submitting their

name to us at [email protected]

Refer a friend: joingsgc.org

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Annual Girl Permission Form 2020-21 Complete this form at the beginning of each Girl Scout year.

This form will be retained by the troop leader.

Girl’s Name ________________________________________ Troop # ___________ DOB __________

Street Address __________________________________________________________________________

City, State, ZIP ______________________________________________ Home Phone _______________

School ____________________________________________________________ Grade in Fall ________

Permission for Field Trips/Camping My girl has permission to travel to, attend and participate in troop- and council-sponsored

activities that are less than a 4-hour drive from the troop’s regular meeting location, two nights or

fewer, and not considered high-risk activities as outlined by Girl Scouts of Gateway Council.

YES ____ NO*____ Parent Initials __________

* By checking NO, I am requesting to sign individual permission slips for each activity.

If I cannot be reached in the event of an emergency, the following individuals are authorized to act on my behalf. Name ______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________

Name ______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________

Name ______________________________________________ Phone ___________________________

Physician’s Name and Phone _____________________________________________________________

Preferred Hospital and Address ___________________________________________________________

Additional Remarks _____________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Contact Information Name __________________________________________________ Relation to Child _______________

Street Address (If different from girl’s) ______________________________________________________

City, State, ZIP ___________________________________________________________________________

Home Phone _________________ Cell Phone _________________ Work Phone _________________

Email Address __________________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Agreement

I have read and understand this annual permission form. I may change or revoke any aspect of

this agreement at any time by submitting by request, in writing, to the troop leader.

Parent/Guardian Name (Please print) ______________________________________________________

Signature ____________________________________________________________ Date ____________

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Have a great summer,

Girl Scouts!

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