Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Back to the Future 45/75

Back to the Future 45/75 is a farewell to GSWR Council. It will be held at Camp Ledgewood Saturday, August 25, 10:30am-9pm. There will be many activities to partake in. You can come as a troop or as an individual. Girls coming as an individual MUST HAVE AN ADULT WITH THEM. The cost is $3 per person. additional $2 to swim and an additional $25 to do rock climbing. Patches can be ordered for $1.75, as well as T-shirts and other merchandise. Registration is due by JULY 15, 2007. There will be registration forms at the June Leader meeting or you may stop by Barb Mc's house for one. On-line to Council GSWR would also be a way to get additional information.

Twinsburg Service Projects

We had a great spring with our area service projects.
On April 21, 9 troops collected 980 non-perishable goods for the Hunger Center. Congratulations to troop 1007 1st place for collecting 243 items and 2nd place to Troops 1035/1121/ and 1055 for collecting 213 items. Their efforts were rewarded with gift certificates to the Scout Shop. After handling all the food the Girl Scouts were treated to Hot Dogs and Lemon Ade!
On Saturday, May 5th, we gathered together for clean-up at Stoneledge Farm. 6 troops banded together to clean the trails, barn, and kitchenette. We enjoyed a campfire and of course, S'mores, afterward.

Saturday, May 05, 2007

Girl Scouts throughout the summer

Is your scout wanting to continue Girl Scouts throughout the summer? There are many opportunities available.
1. GSWR offers summer camps: Attend Resident Camp or Day Camp. Registered scouts should have already received the fliers. for more information contact GSWR.
2. All Scouts can work on Try-Its for Brownies, Badges for Juniors, and Interest Projects for Cadettes and Senior Scouts. Check with your leader to see which ones she recommends. You can choose which badge to work on based on what your interests are or what fun activity your family may be doing over the summer.
3. Work on a Religious Award. These awards are identical for Boy Scouts also. There is a vast number of religions that are represented. You choose which award to work on based on your religion and the Scout's level. It's a wonderful way to explore your religion. The award is usually presented to the Scout during a religious meeting/service. You can check out the website at www.praypub.org for more information.
4. Explore the Girl Scouts USA website. There are many activities that are availablr on line for all age levels at http://www.girlscouts.org/
For more information contact GSWR or your local GS District.

Congratulations to Twinsburg Leaders

Congratulations to Jennifer G. who was awarded the Beacon Award at the annual GSWR Council meeting. The Beacon Award recognizes an adult volunteer who has has taken on significantly increasing responsibilities in a relatively short period of time in relation to years of service. Jen is a leader of 3 troops, placement specialist, District Cookie co-chair, District service project chair, and Recognition Committee member.
Congratulations to Barbara B. and Charlotte W. They were each awarded the Appreciation Pin, which recognizes an adult volunteer who has delivered outstanding service to at least one service area or program delivery audience. These awards were also presented at the GSWR annual meeting. Barbara B. has been a leader, Program Coordinator, Outdoor Program Coordinator, Leader/Daughter Campout chair, and Food Drive Service Project chair. Charlotte W. has been a leader, District Coordinator for two years and assisted at several A.L.E. classes, and council events.