February 2005 Volume 31 Issue 2  
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
Where: Camp Agnes Arnold
When: March 19
Cost: $65 per person
Min./Max.: 6/12
Register: Use the Program Registration Form
Event Code: 10-56-08-6246
Deadline: Three weeks prior to the event
Contact: Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org

Bull’s-eye

   Individual and troop archery instruction is offered at Camps Casa Mare, Misty Meadows, Silver Springs, Robinwood, Agnes Arnold, and Whispering Pines. Instruction is based upon individual skills level and prior experience. Brownies through seniors can participate. If you have tried archery and liked it, this is the way to strengthen and improve your skills. All instruction takes place on the archery range so dress for the outdoors. No prerequisites are necessary. Troops that are camping or willing to take a daytrip should consider taking part in this exciting activity.
   The Bull’s-eye program includes a patch or rocker for each girl who participates. If it is a girl’s first time to participate in a Bull’s-eye session she will receive a patch; after that girls receive a rocker to begin to build their own “Bull’s-eye.” Once a troop has participated in the event, contact Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org to have patches mailed.
   Troops should be at the archery range at least 10 minutes prior to the start time. Arriving late will result in less time to participate.

Who: Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, and Seniors
Where and when: (Pick one of four sessions)
9-10:30a.m., 10:45a.m.-12:15 p.m.,
1-2:30 p.m., or 2:45-4:15 p.m.
Camp Casa Mare, February 19, April 9, May 7
Camp Robinwood, February 26
Camp Agnes Arnold, March 5
Camp Whispering Pines, March 5
Min./Max.: 6/16
Cost: $4 per person
Register: Use the Program Registration Form
Event Code: 10-56-08-6246
Deadline: Two 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 the 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 at Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org.
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