Photography

Shutterbugs 1 and 2

(Fun black and white photography)
Shutterbugs is a special interest group for girls in grades 7-12 who want to learn composition of photography, creativity, and how to develop their own pictures in a dark room. In the future, these girls might be a part of a group that supports the Communications Department, taking pictures in their troop, service unit, or at council events. These girls might also help teach photography to other girls.

Who: Girls in grades 7-12
What:
Shutterbugs 1: Learn basic photography composition and to develop pictures in the lab.
Shutterbugs 2: (For girls who have completed Shutterbugs 1, and have since been practicing photography for at least 6 months.) Learn more advanced photography composition, and develop even more pictures!

Where: Camp Agnes Arnold
Cost:
Shutterbugs 1: $25 per girl
Shutterbugs 2: $30 per girl

Deadline: 2 weeks prior to the session
Bring: 35 mm camera (please label), one yard of cotton fabric, permission slip, medical form, personal gear for a campout, rain poncho, stuffed animal, and your own food for the weekend (mess kit for cooking food, cup, plates, utensils, etc.). Please make your meals simple; we don’t want to spend all of our time cooking.
Provided: Film for your camera, chemicals, and paper to develop some of your pictures.

Min./Max.: 4/12
Times:
Friday – check in at 8 p.m. (Eat before arrival)
Sunday – check out at 4 p.m.

Dates (choose your weekend):
Shutterbugs 1: November 4 - 6
Shutterbugs 2: December 9 - 11

Register: Use the Program Registration Form, Include your parent’s e-mail address on the registration form, if possible.
Event Code: 10-63-02-6242.
Contact: Contact Program Manager Kathy Elliott at
713-292-0224 or e-mail kelliott@sjgs.org. or Shutterbugs Coordinator Hazel Evans at HAZBE@aol.com

Rock Climbing

Join other Girl Scouts at the new Texas Rock Gym for hours of fun, games and climbing madness. Girls, leaders and parents can come and “hang-out” at the brand new facility and learn the proper climbing and belaying techniques needed to enjoy this thrilling sport.

Who: Brownies (ages 7 and up) - adults
Where: Texas Rock Gym. 1526 Campbell Rd. Houston
www.texrockgym.com
When:
Saturday September 17, October 22 and
November 12; 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bring: All participants must wear tennis or indoor climbing shoes. Bring Girl or Adult permission slip and Medical Release Form as well as 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; Ratio: 1 adult per 4 girls
Cost: $12.50 per climber; No charge for Belayers.
Register: Use the 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.

Note: Adults attending will be expected to belay participants. Instructors are not provided for climbing. Harnesses will be provided and participants will receive all belaying and climbing instructions at time of arrival. Suggested one adult per four girls to allow for adequate climbing time. Pack a lunch and enjoy the party room.

Contact: Program Manger Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org.

Indoor Rock Climbing Lock-In

Girl Scouts help celebrate the new and improved Texas Rock Gym facility during this fun filled overnight event. Girls (and leaders) can climb to their hearts content on the new boulders, higher climbing walls and awesome overhangs.

Who: Girl Scouts 11-17
Where: Texas Rock Gym located 1526 Campbell Rd., Houston.
When:
Saturday night, November 19
Check in 10:30 p.m.; Climbing starts at 11 p.m.;
Check out: 7 a.m. Sunday November 20

Bring: Sleeping bag, pillow, change of clothes, PJ’s,
toiletry items, snack food, drinks, breakfast items. (Meals are not provided. Snack and drink machines are available.) Also bring Adult and Girl permission slip and Medical Release Form as well as Texas Rock Gym Waiver Release Forms (included in confirmation packet or available at www.texrockgym.com/waivers.html).
Min./Max.: 20/50
Cost: $20
Register: Use Program Registration Form
Event Code: 10-56-08-6245
Contact: Nicole McInnes at 713-292-0353 or nmcinnes@sjgs.org.