March 2005 Volume 31 Issue 3  
Archery

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 Bulls-eye program continues to grow and the activity includes a program patch or rocker for each girl who participates. If it is your first time to participate in a Bulls-eye session then you will receive a patch. If you have already participated in the Bulls-eye program before, you will receive a rocker to begin to build your own Bulls-eye. Once your troop has participated in the event, please contact Program Manager Nicole McInnes at nmcinnes@sjgs.org or 713-292-0353 for your patches to be 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)
9-10:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.,
1-2:30 p.m., or 2:45-4:15 p.m.
Camp Casa Mare - April 9, May 7
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.

Council Backpacking Group Trips

Pack Rats
Contact:
Dave Lee at dlee@kingwoodcable.com

Upcoming events:
March 12-17 (6 days) trip to Big Bend National Park ($150)

April 9-10 trip to Perdernales Falls

Skillet Benders
Contact:
Mary Ridings mridings@ev1.net

Upcoming events:
March 19-20 trip to El Rancho Cima

April 16-17 trip to Stephen F. Austin State Park (Tentative)

Trail Cats
Contact:
Valerie Weber at bendingbayous@kvmdesign.com or Larry Morris at
lwmorris@ev1.net

Upcoming events:
March 5-6 trip to Enchanted Rock

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