| Swimming
Swim Workshops are available for girls, ages 8 and up, to
test their swim level skills in order to go canoeing (Red
Cross Level III), sailing (Red Cross Level IV), or other aquatic
activities that may require swim level cards. This would be
a good time for resident campers to get their swim level cards
they need before going to camp this summer. Contact the American
Red Cross for a list of swim level skills.
During the workshops, the girls will have a review of the
skills they need for Red Cross levels III & IV. Once they
have completed the review, they will then be tested at their
swim level. Swimming ability is tested and Red Cross cards
are issued at the end of the workshop based on skill, proficiency,
and endurance of the participant. There is no guarantee that
a girl will earn a particular swim level. She must pass all
of the skills for that swim level.
The Safe Boating Test cards are also offered at the Swim Workshops.
Girl Scouts who want to canoe or sail, must have taken the
Safe Boating Test. If you are planning to take the Safe Boating
Test, be sure to bring a bag for wet clothes, a spare pair
of long pants, shirt, and shoes that can get wet. The instructor
has the right to mark an “Incomplete” on a Safe
Boating Test card, if the participant fails to bring the above
items.
Sports
Minute Maid Park Tours
Girl Scout troops and their families can take a private tour
of Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros. There MUST
be at least 1 adult for every 10 girls. The tour involves
walking one mile and may include stairs and ramps. Tours are
wheelchair and stroller accessible. Girl Scouts must bring
permission slip and medical form.
Educational tours can include:
- Time in the Learning Center playing interactive games
and researching the history of Major League Baseball.
- Tour the historic Union Station, broadcasting booths,
press boxes, or luxury suites, and dugouts.
- Research the history and try on team uniforms and playing
equipment.
- View how professionals manufacture balls and bats.
Who: Girl Scouts and their families
Where: Union Station, 501 Crawford
Time: Arrive by 10:40 a.m., tour begins at 11 a.m.
When: Oct. 23, Nov. 27
Event Code: 10-56-08-6245;
Min./Max: 25/100
Cost: $4 girl/$8 adult
Deadline: Two weeks prior to the event
Register: Program Registration Form
Information: Contact Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353
or nmcinnes@sjgs.org |
Prerequisite: Girl Scout MUST be able to swim 25 yards, swim
across the deep end of the pool doing the crawl with rhythmic
breathing, and be able to swim on their back across the deep
end of the pool. ONLY those who can complete the “test”
will be permitted to participate.
Where: Kingwood Athletic Club, 806 Russell Palmer Road
281-358-2308
When: Saturdays, 10 – 1 p.m. or 2 – 5 p.m. 2 sessions
per day (please select one)
Dates: Choose one day October 16, November 20
Min/Max: 5/20
Register: Use Program Registration Form. Please list all participants
on the form.
Cost: $9
Event Code: 10-56-11-6240
Deadline: Three weeks prior to the event
Bring: Permission slip (F-204) and medical form (F-185), swim
suit, towel, and a T-shirt. Make sure your emergency contacts
are available on class day.
Note: Adults should stay at the site as the class may end
early depending on the number of participants.
Information: Contact Sarah Boyd at 713-292-0269.
Indoor Rock Climbing
Girls, leaders, and parents can come “hang-out”
and maneuver around the 10,000 square feet of climbing walls,
arches, and boulders in a fun, professional, and safe atmosphere.
Harnesses will be provided.
Adults attending will be expected to belay participants.
Instructors are not provided for climbing. Participants will
receive all belaying and climbing instructions at time of
arrival. Suggested ratio is 1 adult per 4 girls.
Who: Girls, ages 7 and up, and adults
Where: Texas Rock Gym Memorial, 9716 Old Katy Road, Suite
102
When: October 30, and November 27;
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Cost: $12.50 per climber (No charge for belayers)
Min/Max: 21 climbers/60 climbers; Event Code: 10-56-08-6245
Register: Program Registration Form; list names of girls climbing
and adults attending.
Deadline: Two weeks prior to event date
Bring: Pack a lunch and enjoy the party room (optional activity).
All participants must wear tennis or indoor climbing shoes.
Bring Girl Scout permission slip. Texas Rock Gym forms will
be mailed upon confirmation of the session. Bring the completed
forms to the event.
Information: Contact Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353,
or nmcinnes@sjgs.org. |