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We offer programs on everything from changing a tire to pulling an oar. We also offer trips to fun places (like spas and zoos) and plenty of training for leaders who want to polish up their skills or learn new ones. Take a peek at our partial calendar by clicking below or join Girl Scouts of Connecticut and gain access to our Members Only area to see ALL the exciting programs we offer across the state.

Adult Program

Timber Trails Archery, Boating and Low Ropes Training

Date:August 23, 2008
Fee: $45.00 per person plus $10 if not registered
Registration Deadline: August 16, 2008
Brief Description: This is a one day training event for adults 18 years and older to take one of the offered trainings. You may arrive after 6pm on August 22 and the course will run from 9am and finish approximately 6pm on Saturday August 23. A continental breakfast will be offered along with a light lunch. If you arrive on Friday night please bring a bag dinner and sleeping gear and toiletries. If you choose to arrive Saturday please arrive by 8am to check in. Participants arriving Friday will be sleeping on mattresses on the floor. There are only 10 slots open for each training and only one training may be selected.

Timber Trails Archery and Low Ropes

Date:May 17, 2008
Fee: $45.00 per person plus $10 if not registered
Registration Deadline: May10, 2008
Brief Description: This is a one day training event for adults 18 years and older to take one of the offered trainings. You may arrive after 6pm on May 16th and the course will run from 9am and finish approximately 6pm on Saturday. A continental breakfast will be offered along with a light lunch. If you arrive on Friday night please bring a bag dinner and sleeping gear and toiletries. If you choose to arrive Saturday please arrive by 8am to check in. Participants arriving Friday will be sleeping on mattresses on the floor. There are only 10 slots open for each training and only one training may be selected.

Timber Trails Alumnae 40th Reunion Day Tripper

Saturday, June 28, 2008, 9am-9pm
Fee: $30 Adult or Child Non Registered Girl Scout/ $20 Adult or Child Registered Girl Scout
All children Under 5, free
Boys under 18, $20
Registration Deadline: June 10, 2008
Brief Description: Come celebrate 40 year reunion of Timber Trails Resident Camp
Please bring your memories and spirit of days gone by. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors and reminisce with past and new staff. Bring a lunch and bathing suit with towel to enjoy swimming, Boating and lots of outside activities. There will be pony rides in the morning for additional $5 and arts and crafts for all. We will have an all camp cook out for dinner and a traditional Scouts own at the waterfront in the evening. Dress in layers. It is warm by day and can be quite cool by night. Remember those flashlights. Please remember to bring health forms for all participants. You will need to check in at the Health Center before entering camp. Come for the fun and memories.
Who to contact for additional information:Please contact Valorie Rykowski The Resident Camp Manager and Timber Trails Camp Director. Email is best. vrykowski@gsofct.org . By phone on the June weekend 1-413-258-4592 or Hartford till June 1st 1-860-522-0163
Please let me know of dietary restrictions in advance.

Camp

Camp Open House

Come visit and tour summer camp. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions. Bring a picnic if you’d like.

Camp Open House
Locations and Dates

RESIDENT CAMPS
Candlewood, New Fairfield, CT May 4, 11-3
Laurel Resident, Lebanon, CT May 18, 12-2
Timber Trails, Tolland, MA May 18, 2-4

DAY CAMPS
An-Se-Ox, Oxford, CT May 18, 2-4
Aspetuck, Weston, CT April 27, 11-3
Candlewood, New Fairfield, CT May 4, 11-3
Carlson, Bristol, CT May 4, 12-2
Clatter Valley, New Milford, CT July 13, 4-6
Katoya, Milford, CT April 6, 2-4
Laurel Day, Lebanon, CT May 18, 2-4
Merrie-Wood, Manchester, CT May 18, 12-2
Murray, East Haven, CT April 6, 12-2
Pattagansett, East Lyme, CT May 4, 2-4
Rocky Craig, Stamford, CT April 27, 11-3

Camp Information Meetings

Still considering your camp options for the summer? Want to know more about what’s happening at day or resident camp? Come to an informational meeting near you to hear about summer camp opportunities for both campers and adults! Register by emailing Candice Olson at colson@gsofct.org with “Camp Informational Meeting RSVP” in the subject line at least one day before the event. Please indicate the date, location, and number of participants who plan to attend.

Friday, May 2, at the Bridgeport Service Center from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 6, at the Hartford Service Center from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 8, at the Waterford Public Library from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Monday, May 12, at the Torrington Service Center from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 13, at the North Haven Service Center from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 14,at the Portland Library from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 17, at the Avon Free Public Library from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 20, at the Waterbury Service Center from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 21, at the Wilton Service Center from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 22, at the Willimantic Public Library from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

If you need details, directions, or further information about these meetings, please contact Candice Olson at colson@gsofct.org, 800-922-2770, x3344.

Taste of Carlson -- PE8293

Saturday, June 21, 2008

Fee: : $20 per girl, each troop must have two leaders in attendance.

Registration Deadline: June 6, 2008

Breif Description: Do you want to see what day camp is really like? Here is your chance!!
Bring your troop to Camp Carlson and attend a day long camp program and experience the fun of Girl Scout Day Camp.
Program Itinerary includes: Opening ceremony, arts & crafts, sports & games, nature & skills, swimming, badge work, singing, and a camp fire.
Check in begins at 8:30am – Fun begins at 9:00am Departure is 4pm

Bring a bag lunch. Snack will be provided.

Contact: Lizz Lee leelizgar@comcast.net

*No charge for leaders
*Required Training: T1, T2, CPR/FA
*maximum: 120

Fire Danger

Please check here for the current fire danger status.

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Girl Program

Gold Award Overview: Cheshire

June 7, 2008
$3 per Person
Registration Deadline: May 26, 2008 Event #PE8295C
Brief Description: An overview of the Gold Award, with special emphasis on the preliminary steps leading to the Gold Award. This workshop is geared for adults and to those girls just starting on the road to the Gold Award, who have completed none or a few of the prerequisite activities. Participants will receive a GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook, with space to document their achievements and more detailed explanations of service vs leadership, S.M.A.R.T. goals, etc. Workshops take place Saturdays, between 9 – 11:30 a.m., snack and drink provided.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Gold Award Overview: East Hartford

July 19, 2008
$3 per Person
Registration Deadline: July 7, 2008 Event # PE8295D
Brief Description: An overview of the Gold Award, with special emphasis on the preliminary steps leading to the Gold Award. This workshop is geared for adults and to those girls just starting on the road to the Gold Award, who have completed none or a few of the prerequisite activities. Participants will receive a GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook, with space to document their achievements and more detailed explanations of service vs leadership, S.M.A.R.T. goals, etc. Workshops take place Saturdays, between 9 – 11:30 a.m., snack and drink provided.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Gold Award Overview: Canterbury

August 9, 2008
$3 per Person
Registration Deadline: July 28, 2008 Event #PE8295E
Brief Description: An overview of the Gold Award, with special emphasis on the preliminary steps leading to the Gold Award. This workshop is geared for adults and to those girls just starting on the road to the Gold Award, who have completed none or a few of the prerequisite activities. Participants will receive a GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook, with space to document their achievements and more detailed explanations of service vs leadership, S.M.A.R.T. goals, etc. Workshops take place Saturdays, between 9 – 11:30 a.m., snack and drink provided.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Gold Award Overview: Wilton

September 20, 2008
$3 per Person
Registration Deadline: September 8, 2008 Event # PE8295F
Brief Description: An overview of the Gold Award, with special emphasis on the preliminary steps leading to the Gold Award. This workshop is geared for adults and to those girls just starting on the road to the Gold Award, who have completed none or a few of the prerequisite activities. Participants will receive a GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook, with space to document their achievements and more detailed explanations of service vs leadership, S.M.A.R.T. goals, etc. Workshops take place Saturdays, between 9 – 11:30 a.m., snack and drink provided.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Gold Award Project Proposal: Cheshire

June 7, 2008
$3 per person
Registration Deadline: May 26, 2008 Event # PE8296C
Brief Description: This Workshop is for Girl Scouts who have completed or almost completed the four preliminary requirements and will submit their Gold Award Project Proposal within one year. This workshop must be attended prior to submitting a Project Proposal. The workshop is facilitated by members of the Gold Award Committee. Topics will include a quick review of preliminary steps to Gold, who should be signing paperwork, Gold Award project expectations/parameters, roles of Troop Advisor, Gold Award Committee Mentor, and Technical/Community Consultant. Time is set aside for Q & A as well as small group or individual discussion of project ideas. GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook and snack included. Event runs from 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Gold Award Project Proposal: East Hartford

July 19, 2008
$3 per person
Registration Deadline: July 7, 2008 Event #PE8296D
Brief Description: This Workshop is for Girl Scouts who have completed or almost completed the four preliminary requirements and will submit their Gold Award Project Proposal within one year. This workshop must be attended prior to submitting a Project Proposal. The workshop is facilitated by members of the Gold Award Committee. Topics will include a quick review of preliminary steps to Gold, who should be signing paperwork, Gold Award project expectations/parameters, roles of Troop Advisor, Gold Award Committee Mentor, and Technical/Community Consultant. Time is set aside for Q & A as well as small group or individual discussion of project ideas. GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook and snack included. Event runs from 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Gold Award Project Proposal: Canterbury

August 9, 2008
$3 per person
Registration Deadline: July 28, 2008 Event # PE8296E
Brief Description: This Workshop is for Girl Scouts who have completed or almost completed the four preliminary requirements and will submit their Gold Award Project Proposal within one year. This workshop must be attended prior to submitting a Project Proposal. The workshop is facilitated by members of the Gold Award Committee. Topics will include a quick review of preliminary steps to Gold, who should be signing paperwork, Gold Award project expectations/parameters, roles of Troop Advisor, Gold Award Committee Mentor, and Technical/Community Consultant. Time is set aside for Q & A as well as small group or individual discussion of project ideas. GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook and snack included. Event runs from 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Gold Award Project Proposal: Wilton

September 20, 2008
$3 per person
Registration Deadline: September 9, 2008 Event #PE8296F
Brief Description: This Workshop is for Girl Scouts who have completed or almost completed the four preliminary requirements and will submit their Gold Award Project Proposal within one year. This workshop must be attended prior to submitting a Project Proposal. The workshop is facilitated by members of the Gold Award Committee. Topics will include a quick review of preliminary steps to Gold, who should be signing paperwork, Gold Award project expectations/parameters, roles of Troop Advisor, Gold Award Committee Mentor, and Technical/Community Consultant. Time is set aside for Q & A as well as small group or individual discussion of project ideas. GSOFCT Gold Award Workbook and snack included. Event runs from 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Who to contact for additional information: Register through the Registration Department. For specific questions contact lin.die@erols.com or lkalish@gsofct.org

Timber Trails Alumnae 40th Reunion Day Tripper

Sisters Under Sail: Bridgeport PE8312

Thursday, July 31, 2008 from 9:00a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $227
Registration Deadline: July 14, 2008
Brief Description: Don’t miss the Boat! Step aboard the Tallship Unicorn for a day of sailing, leadership and teamwork. Whether you are entering 9th grade in the fall or long ago left high school, the
all-female crew welcomes their “sisters” aboard. You do not need to be an experienced Sailor to enjoy this
amazing event.

Who to contact for additional information: Lkalish@gsofct.org or Dbraun@gsofct.org

Sisters Under Sail: New London PE8311

Tuesday, July 29, 2008 from 9:00a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $227
Registration Deadline: July 14, 2008
Brief Description: Don’t miss the Boat! Step aboard the Tallship Unicorn for a day of sailing, leadership and teamwork. Whether you are entering 9th grade in the fall or long ago left high school, the
all-female crew welcomes their “sisters” aboard. You do not need to be an experienced Sailor to enjoy this
amazing event.

Who to contact for additional information: Lkalish@gsofct.org or Dbraun@gsofct.org

Girl Scout Sun Fest

Date: Sunday, June 8, 2008
Time: Sun Fest 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Connecticut Sun vs. Washington Mystics 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $11.00 per participant (includes game ticket, entrance to Sun Fest and Girl Scout Sun Fest patch)

Contact: Matt Edwards 877-SUN-TIXX or 860-862-4050 medwards@connecticutsun.com

It’s a Girl Thing Training Event

Come “Set Sail for Adventure” and join us for this exciting day of workshops on topics ranging from Program Aide training to Party Planning to I Don’t need a Pirate! Meet other girls interested in making a difference in their communities and improve your skills as a leader.
Who: Girls 11-17
When: Saturday June 21, 2008 (all-day event)..
Where: University of Hartford, Gray Conference Center
Fee: $18.00
Registration deadline June 2, 2008
Contact: Karen Yakabowskas at kyakabowskas@gsofct.org or
203-757-1340, x202

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