SPURS Training Information
SPURS (Super
People Using Riding Skills) training is offered to Girl Scouts
who are 12 years old and in the 7th Grade and above and adults
who are interested in learning more about horses and helping
with the Equitation Program at Camp Misty Meadows. Attending
one Theory Workshop (classroom session) and the Saturday day
training at Camp Misty Meadows is required for participation
in the SPURS program. At camp they will receive hands-on practice
with the horses.
Adults taking this training
will receive their theory at camp. All adults wishing to take
this training MUST follow the same registration procedure
as the girls.
Since the training at Camp Misty
Meadows is an all-day workshop, all trainees should bring
a sack lunch and beverage, clearly labeled with the attendee’s
name. Small personal coolers are okay; large ice chests cannot
be accommodated due to space restrictions.
For theory workshop date, please
indicate your first and second choice. Unless notified otherwise,
attend your first choice date.
| Who: |
Girls must be at least 12 years old and
in the 7th grade or above. |
| Where: |
Camp Misty Meadows |
| When: |
Theory Workshop, September 18, 1-3:30 p.m. OR October
2, 1-3:30 p.m.
Hands-On Training Day, October 22,
8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
$14 (training fee includes scarf) |
| Register: |
Use Program Registration Form |
| Event Code: |
10-56-09-6235 |
| Note: |
Registration is on an individual basis please use a
separate registration form for each girl or adult registering
for the training. |
Adults in Equitation
The Equitation Program needs registered
Girl Scout adults to volunteer in two distinct areas of Equitation.
Every potential adult who wishes to become involved in the
equitation program must have a completed “Volunteer
Application” and an approved criminal background check
on file with Council Volunteer Records Department and be a
registered Girl Scout in good standing prior to attending
the equitation training for adults.
Riding Staff:
If you care to work with horses the Council needs riding staff
to learn and then teach proper safety, horse care, and riding
skills to the Girl Scouts taking part in the program. Formal
instruction is provided as Saturday day training: one is held
in October and another session is in March. Check this section
in The Golden Link for specific training dates and information.
There may also be adult training held on different weekends
throughout the year as the need arises.
Dorm Staff:
The Equitation program also welcomes all registered adults
who may enjoy a weekend at camp with Girl Scouts 13 and older,
yet prefer not to work with horses. Every troop camping weekend
during the year, the SPURS girls need two adult unit leaders
as dorm staff, one of whom must be a currently certified First
Aider.
Contact George Ann
Barrett, Program manager at 713-292-0313, gbarrett@sjgs.org
to obtain more information.
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 Rock
Climbing
Welcome to the world of indoor rock climbing.
Girls, leaders, and parents can come and “hang-out”
and maneuver around the 10,000 square feet of climbing walls,
arches and boulders in a fun, professional, and safe atmosphere.
| What: |
Indoor climbing, belaying |
| Who: |
Brownies (7 and up) - adults |
| Where: |
Texas Rock Gym Memorial
9716 Old Katy Road, Suite #102 |
| When: |
Saturday August 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. |
| Bring: |
Pack a lunch and enjoy the party room (optional), Permission
slip, and Texas Rock Gym Waiver Release form (Texas Rock
Gym forms will be mailed upon confirmation of the session).
Please bring the completed forms with you on the day of
the event. |
| Min./Max.: |
21/60 climbers |
| Ratio: |
1 adult per 4 girls |
| Cost: |
$12.50 per climber, No charge for belayers |
| Register: |
Use Program Registration Form. Please list all names
of girls climbing and adults attending. |
| Event Code: |
10-56-08-6245 |
| Deadline: |
Two weeks prior to event date. |
| Contact: |
Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or e-mail nmcinnes@sjgs.org |
| Note: |
All participants must wear tennis or indoor climbing
shoes. 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 one adult per four girls to
allow for adequate climbing time. Harnesses will be provided
and all participants will receive instructions. |
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