Program Events
Girl Scout Ultimate Recipe Challenge
Saturday, December 12
Balboa Campus
Calling all chefs! Bust out the cookbook, fire up the charcoal and tie on an apron! Girl Scouts of all ages test their mettle in this mystery box cook-off as they use outdoor cooking skills to prepare a fabulous feast. Each team receives a box containing a selection of food items and a cooking station featuring a different outdoor cooking technique. Teams of 5-10 girls and two adults (one must have completed the "Let's Cook" training series) can compete.
| Grade Level: | K-12 |
| Date: | Saturday, December 12 |
| Time: | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
| Location: | Balboa Campus |
| Fee: | $12 per girl |
| Contact: | For Program questions, contact Amanda Host Freese at (619) 610-0781 or ahost@sdgirlscouts.org. For registration questions, please contact registration@sdgirlscouts.org |
| Other: | Deadline is Friday, November 20. Please indicate "Let's Cook"-trained adult on registration form. Registration is first-come, first-served; space is limited. |
Girl Scouts Forever Green Community Action Program
Team up with your school or neighborhood to take action for the environment! Now through June, Girl Scouts across the country are planning and leading their own Forever Green community action projects to improve energy usage, water usage and waste management.
Join the Forever Green movement and make a positive impact in your area. Learn more by downloading the Forever Green booklet here.
Questions? Contact Amanda Host Freese at (619) 610-0781 or ahost@sdgirlscouts.org
Girl Scout Day at SDSU Aztecs Women's Basketball
Girl Scouts and their families are invited to root for their favorite college women's basketball team at the SDSU vs. University of Wyoming game. Girls who wear a Girl Scout uniform, sash or apparel receive free tickets for themselves and accompanying family members. Pick them up at the Girl Scout table in front of Viejas Arena (formerly Cox Arena) between 1 and 1:30 p.m. on game day. Parking is available directly across from the arena - parking fee not included.
| Grade Level: | All |
| Date: | Saturday, January 9 |
| Time: | 2 p.m. tip-off |
| Location: | Viejas Arena, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Dr. (Map) |
| Fee: | Free for girls wearing Girl Scout uniforms/apparel and their family members |
| Contact: | For Program questions, contact Rea de la Cruz at (619) 610-0739 or rdelacruz@sdgirlscouts.org. For registration questions, please contact registration@sdgirlscouts.org |
Cookie Kick-off 2010
Sunday, January 24
San Diego Zoo
Jumpstart your cookie season and explore the world famous San Diego Zoo with your troop or family at Cookie Kick-off 2010.
- Spend the day at the zoo
- Get creative with hands-on projects and activities
- Learn about entrepreneurial techniques, goal setting and financial literacy
- Practice sales and safety skills
- Take a sneak peak at this year's incentives
- Let your Girl Scout spirit sparkle at the closing pep rally
Click here for Cookie Kick-off Policies and Frequently Asked Questions.
| Grade Level: | All (if you are in Grades 6-12, you have the option to register for Teen Cookie Kick-off) |
| Date: | Sunday, January 24 |
| Time: | Sessions at 9:30 and 10:45 a.m.; noon; or 1:45, 3 and 4:15 p.m. |
| Location: | San Diego Zoo (Map) |
| Fee: | Girl Scout members: $10, non-members: $15 (includes zoo admission and Cookie Kick-off, patch for all registered Girl Scout members and Cookie Program activities) |
| Deadline: | For registrations received by Friday, January 8, event packets mailed (after December 1). For registrations received January 9-21, pick up packets from Balboa Program Center by Friday, January 22. Registration closes at 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 21 (no exceptions). |
Program questions: Program Specialist Robin Lemon, (619) 610-0747, rlemon@sdgirlscouts.org
Registration questions: Ask for an available Registrat at (619) 298-8391 or registration@sdgirlscouts.org
No refunds issued once participants are placed.
Registration opens November 9.
Click here to download flyer
(A $4 service fee is applied for each online transaction.)
Girl Scout Basketball League
Girl Scout Basketball is more than a game . . . it's about building confidence and self-esteem, teamwork, leadership, role models, health, fitness, and fun. This great introduction to basketball teaches girls basic skills and rules, and gives them an opportunity to be part of a team without the pressure of serious competition.
| Divisions | Schedule |
Bitty Ball:
Ages 7-8
(Baskets lowered to eight feet)
Fee: $78
Rookie Ball:
Ages 9-10
Fee: $78
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Registration deadline:
Tuesday, December 1
Orientation:
Friday, January 8
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Form teams, assign coaches, and more
League nights:
Fridays from January 15-March 26
6:30-8:00 p.m.
No league meeting March 12; facilities closed
Dates subject to change |
Program questions: (619) 610-0739
Registration questions: registration@sdgirlscouts.org
Click here to view flyer.
Be Your Best Recycling Collection
Collect recyclables and take care of our planet as you earn funds for Girl Scout activities and programs!
During the Be Your Best collection drive (Thursday, October 1 to Thursday, December 31):
- Collect aluminum cans, plastic soda bottles and glass bottles.
- Redeem them for cash at your local recycling center.
- Add the cash to your troop funds, donate it to our Girl Scout council, or allocate a portion to each. Council donations help provide the financial assistance that keeps Girl Scouting available and affordable for all girls. Funds send girls to camp, cover membership and event fees, pay for volunteer training, etc.
- Order patches by e-mailing this information to afreese@sdgirlscouts.org by Friday, January 29:
- Troop leader (or Juliette's parent) name
- Troop number, if applicable
- Mailing address
- Weight of the recyclables
- Number of girl participants
Fall 2009/Winter 2010 Camp Adventure Weekends
Join the adventure and have the camp experience of a lifetime!
Friday 7 p.m. to Sunday 1:30 p.m.
Half payment due when registering.
| Brownies |
Camp Whispering Oaks ($40/girl, $30/adult)
November 13-15 (balance due Friday, October 16)
Camp Whispering Oaks ($45/girl, $35/adult)
January 22-24 (balance due Friday, December 25)
March 19-21 (balance due Friday, February 19) |
| Juniors |
Camp Whispering Oaks ($40/girl, $30/adult)
December 11-13 (balance due Friday, November 13)
Camp Whispering Oaks ($45/girl, $35/adult)
February 19-21 (balance due Friday, January 22) |
| Cadettes |
Camp Winacka ($40/girl, $30/adult)
January 8-10 (balance due Friday, December 11)
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Who: Troops/Juliettes and the Safety-Wise designated number of troop leaders. (Safety-Wise ratios strictly followed to accommodate as many girls as possible.) One adult must have completed "Let's Camp!" and CPR/first aid training.
Program: With the guidance of girl planning, participants get a snapshot of resident camp through a variety of arts and crafts, team-building and kapers (chores). Campers may perform a skit or song at the campfire. Participants earn a Camp Adventure Weekend Patch and a coupon towards 2010 resident camp.
Provided: Program activities, meals, lodging in modern cabins, resident camp staff, and supplies. Bring a first aid kit. Troops are divided into two or three groups and share lodging with another troop to encourage cooperation skills.
Leader's role: Leaders are an active part of the camp community of adults, supervising their troops, role modeling positive Girl Scout behavior, and enthusiastically supporting the weekend program and camp staff. They lead troop time with the girls to work on skits, catch up with the group, rest and relax, or do a quick project.
Transportation: Troops provide transportation to/from Girls Scouts' Camp Winacka or Camp Whispering Oaks near Julian.
Registration: Participants selected on first-come, first-served basis, so mail or fax form as soon as possible. Half payment due when registering. $100 is non-refundable once confirmed. Please note special needs such as food allergies, and indicate which adult completed "Let's Camp!" training (include date). Confirmation packet, sent upon placement in the event, includes further details.
Registration questions: For registration questions please contact registration@sdgirlscouts.org
Program questions: Kirsten, (619) 610-0813
Camp Adventure Weekends presents
Camp Balboa Sleepover Sampler
A special one-night event for second grade Brownies
7 p.m. on Friday, March 5 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 6
Balboa Campus
Who: Second grade Brownie troops and the Safety-Wise designated number of troop leaders. Safety-Wise ratios strictly followed so we can accommodate as many girls as possible. One adult must have completed "Let's Camp" and first aid training. Due to limited space, first-time campers only.
Program: With the guidance of girl planning, participants get a snapshot of resident camp and Adventure Weekends through a variety of arts and crafts, team-building and camp activities. Girls may perform a skit or song at the Saturday evening campfire. Participants earn a Camp Adventure Weekend Patch, a coupon towards 2010 resident camp, and a Ready, Set, Go Camping Try-It. Each troop shares lodging with another as part of the program experience and to encourage cooperation skills.
Provided: $25 per person fee includes program activities, lodging in modern cabins, resident camp staff and supplies. Breakfast/lunch/dinner provided Saturday.
Bring: A first aid kit and food for Friday night.
Leader's role: Leaders are an active part of the camp community of adults, supervising their troops, role modeling positive Girl Scout behavior, and enthusiastically supporting the program and experienced resident camp staff. They lead troop time, where girls can catch up with the group, relax, or do a quick project together. Due to sleeping accommodations, female leaders only.
Registration: Participants selected on first-come, first-served basis, so mail or fax form as soon as possible. Full payment due when registering. Please note special needs such as food allergies, and indicate which adult completed "Let's Camp!" training (include date). Confirmation packet, sent upon placement in the event, includes further details.
Registration questions: For registration questions please contact registration@sdgirlscouts.org
Program questions: Kirsten, (619) 610-0813
Wilderness Hiking and Backpacking 2009-2010
Great outdoor adventures for girls and adults!
The Program
Designed for individuals, our 3-step wilderness progression safely takes girls and adults out of the campground and into the woods. Wilderness Hiking lays a strong foundation of outdoor skills and knowledge, Basic Backpacking builds new knowledge and self-sufficiency in backcountry travel, and Advanced Backpacking trips (3 nights or more) give participants the opportunity to extend their outdoor skills to the highest level. Please use Individual Registration Form to register. These are NOT troop programs.
Wilderness Hiking ($15)
Grade 6 and older
First in the outdoor progression, this one-day training teaches adults and girls (6th grade and up) the essential skills and knowledge necessary for exciting wilderness exploration. Our emphasis includes safety, proper gear and equipment, the Leave No Trace ethic, building independence in girls, and laying a strong foundation for more extraordinary adventures, such as backpacking.
Youth and Adult Leading
We welcome new adult and youth leaders to help teach our hiking and backpacking courses. You must be trained one level above your teaching status (e.g. basic backpack trained to teach Wilderness Hiking). |
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Youth and adult volunteers are a tremendous asset on any hiking and backpacking trip. Our Youth Leaders particularly benefit from the opportunity to teach others while upholding the high standards of our program, and sharing not just their knowledge, but their passion for the outdoors. Please contact Gabby Coburn at gcoburn@sdgirlscouts.org for more information on how to volunteer.
For registration questions please contact registration@sdgirlscouts.org
Click here to download dates and flyer.
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