Archery
 Archery
Instructor School
Archery is one of the most popular activities for troops and
leaders camping at our GSSJC camps. To meet this increasing
demand, the Council is offering you an opportunity to become
a certified Level 1 National Archery Instructor. In addition
to teaching other girls throughout the Council, you can also
schedule the archery range for your troop and service unit
events. Bring food for lunch, drinks, pencil, and paper. All
hours must be taken to receive credit for the course. All
participants MUST be 15 years old or older.
Who: Girls age 15 and up
When: Saturday, November 20, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Where: Camp Agnes Arnold
Min./Max.: 6/12
Cost: $65 per person
Event Code: 10-56-08-6246
Register: Use the Program Registration
Deadline: Three weeks prior to the event
Contact: Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org
Backpacking
Love the outdoors? Want to spend more time outside? Join
Backpacking! Girl Scouts have monthly weekend trips from October
to April in Eastern and Central Texas. With experience, backpackers
have opportunities to go on summer trips to exciting places
like Colorado and New Mexico Rockies and the Ozarks. Backpacking
groups are a great way for new backpackers to gain skills
by learning from experienced backpackers, and it’s an
excellent way for both experienced and novice backpackers
to meet people who share the same interests and love for the
outdoors. Don’t worry if you might be the only girl
in your troop or a Juliette who might be interested in backpacking.
You won’t be the only one! Sign up for an orientation
and join the fun! And don’t worry if you don’t
have all the gear. Arrangements can be made to rent equipment
at the Girl Scout Center through a backpacking group coordinator.
To join in the fun, or for more backpacking information contact
Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353, 1-800-392-4340, or nmcinnes@sjgs.org.
Upcoming Events include:
· Backpacking Orientation at Camp Camwood on February
5-6
· Rendezvous where you will learn advanced backpacking
skills on April 2-3
· Spring break and summer trips are now being planned.
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Backpacking Orientation
Girls and adults will master the basics of backpacking in this
orientation. The course covers equipment needed, what to bring,
how to pack, how to cook on the trail, and backpack and tent
usage. Participants will learn to: gather information to prepare
for the trip, pitch a tent, tie a sleeping bag to a backpack,
and cook on a sterno stove. Each participant will pack their
own backpack and go on a short hike, then pitch their Council
tent for spending the night under the stars. This course prepares
girls to backpack with a Council group or with a troop. Adults
must complete the Adult Backpack Training course to be certified
to take girls backpacking outside of a Council-sponsored backpack
group. The fee covers equipment rental (both backpack and tent),
backpack manual, and nylon rope. A packing list and more information
will be sent with your confirmation.
Who: Girls age 11 (Cadette)-Adult
When: February 5-6, Saturday 9:30 a.m. – Sunday noon
Where: Camp Camwood, Hockley
Cost: $10, due two weeks prior to event
Event Code: 10-56-05-6240
Register: Use Program Registration Form
February Backpacking Orientation is also open to Bridging
Juniors. Get a start on your Cadette program opportunities!
Call 713-292-0353 for details
Backpacking Rendezvous
Backpacking Rendezvous is scheduled for April 2-3 at Camp
Misty Meadows Outback. Rendezvous is where backpackers from
across the Council get together as one big group for fun and
excitement. This year’s theme is “An Outdoor Adventure.”
Come sharpen your outdoor survival skills (includes cooking
alternatives and techniques, lashing, advanced orienteering,
fire making, and much more) and generally have fun. This is
a really fun weekend!
If you would like to enhance your outdoor survival skills,
then we have an adventure for you. You don’t have to
be a backpacker or have gone through Backpacking Orientation
to attend this year’s Backpacking Rendezvous!
Troops must have an adult with Standard Troop Camping Certification.
All Juliettes and individual girls are welcome to join in
the fun. Please specify on your registration if you will be
attending the event by yourself. Additional information will
come in your confirmation letter.
Who: All girls 11-17 (Cadettes and Seniors) are invited to
join the adventure, bridging Juniors are also welcome to visit
on April 2 as day-only
When: April 2-3, Saturday 9 a.m. – Sunday noon
Where: Camp Misty Meadows Outback
Cost: $10, due two weeks prior to event
Min./Max.: 25/200
Event Code: 10-56-05-6241
Register: Use Program Registration Form
Contact: Program Manager Nicole McInnes at 713-292- 0353,
1-800-392-4340, or nmcinnes@sjgs.org or Dave Lee at dlee@kingwoodcable.com
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