Class Descriptions
Mountain Magic
Leader Weekend 2010

Bold = new class this year
** = council class
Please read all descriptions carefully. Note if there is a fee. Additional fees for classes must be paid at check-in (cash only). All classes/workshops have a limited number of spaces and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to select first, second, and third choices for each time slot on your registration form.
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Class Description |
Instructor Provides | Participant Brings | Class Length | Class Fee | Instructor |
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Archery - Make a few bull’s eyes at the archery range. Spend time learning the basics of archery and enjoy your success as you hit the target. |
All supplies provided | Nothing needed - dress for the weather. | 1.5 Hr | $5.00 | Melissa Garza |
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Balloon Twisting - Learn how to twist balloons into dogs, cats, mice, |
Includes a pump and special balloons | Nothing needed | 1.5 Hr | $10.00 | Diane Loupe |
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Basic Stitches - Get a refresher (or basic instruction) in basic stitches - mending, hems, buttons, patches, counted cross stitch, embroidery, etc. Bring own stitching supplies or pattern you need help with. Finish projects started last year (quilting, crochet, etc\c) |
Nothing provided | Bring stitching project, an item to be mended or pattern you need help with. Bring scissors, thread. | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Laurie Hackworth |
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Belly Dancing - A fun filled class focusing on belly dance technique and choreography. This class is designed to get your body moving and your hips shaking. Will have some coin sashes available for purchase during Marketplace. |
Music, coin sashes | Wear comfortable clothing for dance such as yoga or dance wear, water | 1.5 Hr | $10.00 | Taylor Gerard |
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Cake Decorating - Learn to make a butter cream icing and learn basic cake decorating techniques. |
Ingredients for butter cream icing and materials to be used in the class. Fee includes decorating tips, couplers, bags, practice boards, nails, and cake boards. | Unfrosted 8" or 9" cake, a mixer (hand or standup), mixing bowl, spatula, (3) 1-cup containers, a small towel, an apron, and scissors | 3 Hr | $20 | Karen McFadden Kippy Shea |
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Camp Helper - Camp helpers assist the Planning Committee by collecting Class rosters and taking photos of classes in progress. You'll get to walk around camp and see what all the classes are doing (this will help you pick which class you want to take next year!). You may also get to do some administrative tasks like filing or stuffing envelopes. Receive a $5 rebate that may be used towards class fees as our thank-you! |
Camera, list of class locations, instruction, $5 rebate | Wear comfortable shoes; dress for the weather. | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Lianne Griffin |
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Candy, Candy, Candy - Learn to make cute gifts using previously wrapped candy. Learn to make a Hershey's Kisses bouquet. |
Cellophane, floral tape, skewers, paper, ribbon | Bag of Hershey's Kisses, regular size candy bar (1.75 oz.) | 1.5 Hr | $7 | Valarie Anglin |
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***Ceremonies & Traditions - Learn to help girls plan and carry out meaningful ceremonies throughout the year. Includes flag ceremonies, openings, closings, investiture, rededication, scouts’ own, etc. |
Handouts from council and instructor | Pencil and paper, ceremonies book | 3 Hr | FREE | Barb Osment |
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Challenge Tower - Meet the challenge of the tower! Climb to the top of the tower & ride the zip line down. |
All supplies provided | Nothing needed - dress for the weather. | 2 Hr | $20.00 | Melissa Garza |
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Costume/Fashion Show – Join us for a fashion show and costume contest! Participants will vie for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes so bring your favorite "Under the Sea" outfit with you! |
N/A | Bring your "Under the Sea" costume & accessories | 1 Hr | FREE | N/A |
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Counted Cross Stitch Advanced - for participants who already know the basics of counted cross stitch. Come for advanced instructions. Work on own project and get help if needed. |
Nothing provided | Own project, supplies, scissors, thread, etc. | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Laurie Hackworth |
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Counted Cross Stitch Basics - for veteran stitcher or beginner, check out a collection of girl-friendly cross stitch kits. You will not need to bring anything (unless you have favorite tools) because kits have everything, even scissors. Will discuss buying your own materials and examine samples. |
Complete kits appropriate for girls with instructions, fabric, graph and thread for small project, needle, and scissors. Samples of other types of fabrics, instruction books, projects. Information on how to purchase kits for your troop. | May bring own sewing gear if desired, but none required. | 1.5 Hr | $10.00 | Laurie Hackworth |
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Crafts for all Seasons - How to make a craft for the season that makes good decorations or pins. |
Miscellaneous craft supplies need to make projects | Glue gun, glue sticks, scissors, a SPAM can, a small nut can, a container to take projects home in, your ideas. | 3 Hr | $5 | Frances Parks |
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Creative Card Making - In this class you will learn to make two cards using unique technique. Learn Iris Folding - a folded paper technique in a spiral design that mimics the aperture of a camera and Computer Graphics - downloaded images that are embellished. Does not include stamping. |
Card stock, fancy papers, envelopes, fancy corner cutters, tools, instructions, examples. | Scotch tape, scissors, X-acto knife/mat (if you have one) | 1.5 Hr | $4.00 | Becky Harris |
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Creative Crafts - Participants will learn several craft ideas and complete several projects. |
All craft materials and supplies. | Scissors and glue | 1.5 Hr | $6.00 | Vicki Thornton |
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Crochet - Intermediate. Covers various more advanced stitches (shell, popcorn, ripple pattern, etc.) Double braid hairpin lace/crochet and additional stitches as time permits. Participant may bring a pattern they need help with and necessary supplies to work on that pattern or may make a sampler, hot pad, scarf, etc. using new stitches. |
Sampler pattern/ideas, resource materials, crochet fork ($2.50 fee) | Scissors, crochet hook required for pattern or a G, H, or I (med) crochet hook; skeins of yarn for pattern or sampler | 1.5 Hr | Free | Laurie Hackworth |
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Crochet Beginning I - Beginning Crochet covering basic stitches: slip stitch, single- and double crochet, turning work; additional stitches if time permits. Participants may make sampler, hot pad, scarf etc with knowledge of basic stitches during the weekend and afghans and other items after returning home. This class is for true beginner; please no experienced crocheters! |
Crochet hook and one skein of yarn. Sampler pattern/ideas…resource materials. | Scissors | 1.5 Hr | $7.00 | Laurie Hackworth |
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Crochet Beginning II - Beginning Crochet covering basic stitches: slip stitch, single- and double crochet, turning work; additional stitches if time permits. Participants may make sampler, hot pad, scarf etc with knowledge of basic stitches during the weekend and afghans and other items after returning home. This class is for beginner with some experience or who has taken Beginning Crochet I previously. |
Crochet hook and one skein of yarn. Sampler pattern/ideas…resource materials. | Scissors | 1.5 Hr | $7.00 | Laurie Hackworth |
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***Effective Leader with Daughter in Troop - Give both your daughter and yourself a 100% positive Girl Scout experience. Achieve balance between your roles of leader and mom. Discover proven methods in dealing with concerns, expectations and issues. |
Handouts, examples, props | Pencil and paper | 3 Hr | FREE | Sheila Mills |
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Fitness Class - Warm up stretches, then 40 minutes of aerobic exercise, then some strength training with a cool down |
Music | Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes | 1.5 Hr | Free | Sue Ottosen |
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Free Time – Free time to explore camp on your own, rest, read, whatever!! Bring your own project/hobby to work on. Network & work on your own. |
Free time | Whatever you like! | 1.5 Hr | FREE | N/A |
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Friendship Blanket (no-sew blanket) – make & take a blanket with some new friends. If you can tie a knot, you can make these blankets. |
Instructions | 2 pieces of fleece 2 yards each; sharp fabric scissors | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Karen McFadden |
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Fun with Macramé – Participants will learn how to tie |
All macramé materials and supplies | Scissors and glue | 1.5 Hr | $6.00 | Vicki Thornton |
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Get Acquainted Game - Meet in the dining hall to play a wonderful get acquainted game. Meet and greet other campers. |
Handouts | Pen or pencil | 3 Hr | FREE | Sheila Mills |
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Girl Scout Uniform Scrapbook Pages - Cherish your Girl |
Papers, instructions, tools | Scissors, glue stick | 1.5 Hr | $6.00 | Rose Lowe |
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Girl World – Come learn about some of the secret challenges girls 11-17 face and how to help them get through adolescence. Blogging and girl language will be discussed, like SYRS (see you real soon). |
All supplies provided | Nothing needed | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Lisa Wust |
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Gurlz Rulz Tulz - This is not one of your Dad's tools! This hammer will stay where you put it because what manly man will every be caught using your one-of-a-kind hammer. |
Hammer, paints, brushes, embellishments. | Nothing needed | 1.5 Hr | $5.00 | Becky Harris |
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Hike to Explore Camp - Take a hike and explore Camp Misty Mountain! Go on a self-guided hike (maps/suggested routes provided). Network with others or enjoy time on your own. No instructor/guide. |
Maps/suggested routes. | Friend (optional), camera (optional); dress for the weather (layers) | 1.5 Hr | FREE | N/A |
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Horseback Riding (Ring Lesson) - Build your horseback riding skills in the ring. This activity is a great choice for beginner riders. A barn option will be substituted in case of inclement weather (or participants may request that class fees be refunded or may “donate” fees to the camp for horse programs). |
All supplies provided | Long pants and riding boots with 1.5 inch heel | 2 Hr | $20.00 | Gloria Driggers |
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Horseback Riding (Trail Ride) -
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Horse, helmet provided. Limited riding boots available. | Long pants and riding boots with 1.5 inch heel | 2 Hr | $20.00 | Gloria Driggers |
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Jewelry Making Basics - Learn techniques and learn about beading tools, findings, bead styles and other misc. supplies. You will design and make a full set of jewelry (necklace, bracelet and earrings) and leave with supplies to create more. |
Tiger tail, and stretchy cord, beading tools, tiger tail, findings, beading work surface, instructions and additional project ideas | Glass beads approx 100- 200 depending on size | 3 Hr | $15.00 | Shannon Glapion |
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Knitting (Beginning) - Learn to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. |
Instructor handouts | Your favorite color of worsted weight yarn and size 8 knitting needles | 3 Hr | $3.00 | Marsha Sussman |
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Knitting (Intermediate) - Learn what a yarn over is and whatever other stitches, etc. the class wants. MUST know basic knit, purl, and bind off. |
Instructor handouts | Worsted or bulky weight yarn and size 8 or 10 knitting needles depending on yarn weight. | 3 Hr | $3.00 | Marsha Sussman |
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Knots & Lashing – Learn to tie basic knots and rope tricks to share with your troop. Fun activities using ropes. Learn basic lashing skills (square and round lashing). |
All supplies provided | Nothing needed | 3 Hr | FREE | Rick Wust |
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Kudzu Wreath - make a wreath out of Kudzu vines, then decorate them for spring décor. |
Kudzu vines, wire, pliers | Bring hot glue guns & glue sticks, any decorations that will fit on the wreaths (ribbons, dried flowers, etc.) | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Sue Ottosen |
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Low Challenge Course - Learn all about teamwork as you work with a group of leaders to complete challenges together on the Misty Mountain Low Course (no more than 6' off ground). |
All supplies provided | Dress for the weather (layers). Closed toe shoes and water bottle. | 3 Hr | $10 | Melissa Garza |
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Making Tracks Trail Initiative - Come learn about this new council patch program! Girl Scouts have partnered with REI to offer a unique way to explore the out-of-doors, learn about the environment, and stay safe while hiking. Earn PEAK trail sign and get introduction to letterboxing, camp trail signs, and hiking. |
All supplies provided | Wear comfortable clothes, dress for the weather. | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Jamie Fergerson @ REI |
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Massage Therapy - Come prepared to relax for a 1/2 hour massage with relaxing music and candles. Enjoy a relaxation and therapeutic massage (certified LMT). |
Everything provided by certified massage therapist. Includes table, linens, lotions, music, candles | Participants should come ready to relax! | 30 min. | $40 | Jennifer Johnston |
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Mosaics for all Ages - For Daisy through Ambassadors, paper mosaics, button, china tile mosaics, 3 projects with how-to's for your troops. (Paper and wood forms provided.) |
Buttons, paper tiles, grout, sponges, cleaning supplies, wood forms, paper, newspaper, instructions | Mosaic tiles, rocks, adhesive for mounting the tiles (quick dry), glue gun, glue sticks, tweezers, pliers, scissors, latex gloves, a box to bring items home in. | 3 Hr | $18.00 | Gail Draper-Vaughn |
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Mystery Class - This is a true "Mystery" class - you don't know what you're signing up for until you get there! |
Everything is provided | Nothing needed | 2 Hr | FREE | Kippy Shea |
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***Outdoors and S'mores - First step for troops planning troop camping experiences. Teaches adults the steps in working with girls to plan and carry out an overnight experience using indoor facilities (lodges, cabins, etc.) with kitchens and indoor bathrooms at council camps as well as other approved camp facilities. In addition, this course covers health and safety considerations, facilities available at council camps, meal planning, kaper charts, equipment and packing. |
Instructions, handouts, examples, props | Safety Wise, Council Guide for Volunteers, age level handbooks, completed pre-test. | 3 Hr | $5.00 | Marie Wright |
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Painless Public Speaking - Come learn some tricks that will make your next public speaking opportunity more fun and less stressful. Learn how speaking to a group can actually be fun. Novices are welcome! |
Handouts, Computer (if there is a power source) | Nothing needed | 1.5 Hr | FREE | Diane Loupe |
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Paper Bag Scrapbooks - Are you looking for a mini-album project that's fun, inexpensive and lends itself to any theme? Paper Bag Scrapbooks are unique mini scrapbooks that are made using standard paper bags that you used to pack your lunch in when you went to school. Add some embellishments with a little imagination and your paper-bag is morphed into a book. Once you've made one, you will be hooked! |
Various papers, glue, ribbon, embellishments | Scissors, glue stick or double-sided adhesive | 1.5 Hr | $5.00 | Carol Townley |
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***Peer Proofing - This workshop will prepare participants to help girls increase self-esteem while dealing with negative peer pressure. After completing this workshop, you may contact the Program Department to check out "I Am Peer Proof" materials. |
Handouts, examples, props | Pencil and paper, age-level handbook, age-level guide for leaders | 3 Hr | FREE | Rosalie Baine |
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Punch Critters and Friends - Learn to use punched paper |
Paper & glue sticks, eyes, punches, paper to cover tables, bookmark, card, gift package tag | Scissors | 1.5 Hr | $3.00 | Rose Lowe |
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Quilling - Take your paper projects from "blah" to "wow". Quilling or paper filigree, is the centuries old craft of rolling strips of paper and shaping it. You will learn just how easy it is to create beautifully quilled pieces that you can use to embellish scrapbook pages, cards, tags, photo mats, more. Begin by learning how to make basic quilling shapes, then see how to combine it all to complete several projects. |
Quilling tool, paper strips, glue, worksheet, handouts | Nothing needed | 1.5 Hr | $6.00 | Carol Townley |
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Quilting (Beginning) – Beginner Quilting: Learn how to assemble and begin hand quilting techniques by using a preprinted panel that can be finished at home into a pillow or sampler for later display. |
Fabric (patterned top, batting, backing, and extra designed back for back of pillow or sampler), 3 quilting needles, 1 spool of cotton quilting thread, 2 needle threaders, and an under-hand finger guard. Instructor can provide a thimble and/or quilting hoop for an additional fee. | Scissors, quilting thimble (for top hand), and a quilting hoop (14”). Contact instructor if participant cannot find supplies. | 3 Hr | $12.00 | Laurie Hackworth |
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***Recognitions - This class is not just for the Recognitions Chair. Recognitions is an attitude of appreciation whether simple or formal. We all want our efforts to be noticed, appreciated and recognized. Come see how much fun this can be! |
All materials provided | Pencil and paper | 3 Hr. | FREE | Andy Eilers |
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Recycled Blue Jean Crafts - Make purses, pillows, pocket magnets and more from recycling old blue jeans. Extra blue jean pieces will be available to take home to do some of the crafts with your troop. |
Blue jeans, fiber fill, glues (hot & tacky), some embellishments (buttons, glitter, rhinestones, etc.), fabric paint, mini iron. | Sharp scissors (you'll be cutting fabric), glue gun, any additional embellishments you might like to use. | 1.5 Hr. | $4 | Kathy Stephan |
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Riflery - Shoot for the target as you use CMM's new BB and Air Rifle guns. |
All supplies provided | Dress for the weather (layers). | 1.5 Hr | $5 | Melissa Garza |
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Sewing Basics - Sewing Basics—by Hand: Learn the basics on how to thread a needle, knot it, and begin hand sewing hiding the knots when possible. In addition, you can learn mending basics like how to sew on a patch, a button, or hem a garment. |
Fabric scraps (if you do not have any mending or other participants don’t have enough to share). Includes complete basic sewing kit with notions: needles, thread, needle threader, mini scissors / snippers, a seam ripper, tape measurer, sewing ruler, etc. | Bring a variety of mending items, such as garments missing a button (with matching button, if available), needing a patch, needing a hem (such as pant legs or skirts); bring your favorite decorative sewing kit bag/box/bin. | 1.5 Hr | $12.00 | Laurie Hackworth |
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Soda Can Tab Belts - learn to make a decorative belt using recycled aluminum can pop tops and satin cord. |
Scissors | Instructions, pop tops, satin rattail cord in assorted colors | 1.5 Hr | $3.00 | Frances Parks |
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***Songs & Games - Learn Girl Scouts songs that provide a universal language for all Girl Scouts and Girl Guides. Enjoy an environment of fun and sisterhood. Learn games that teach cooperation, fair play, physical and mental coordination, and knowledge of Girl Scouting. |
Council and instructor handouts | GS Songbooks you may own, a tape recorder (optional), paper & pencil, new songs and games you wish to share | 3 Hr | FREE | Pat Callaway |
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Special Event Swaps - Learn to make swaps for different events. |
Paper, ribbon, foam, craft supplies | Glue gun and glue sticks | 1.5 Hr | $5.00 | Valarie Anglin |
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Stained Glass Angel - Come learn how to teach your girls how to make a stained glass angel. This activity is fun for older girls as they will learn how to use a soldering iron and other glass artist tools. You will complete your own unique creation in this class. These make excellent gifts for your "Green Angel." |
Glass bevels, nuggets, copper foil, lead solder, paste flux, tinned wire, soldering boards, wire cutter and needle-nose pliers | Needle-nose pliers and your creativity | 2 Hr | $10.00 | JoAnn Merritt |
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Star Gazing - Stargazing on Friday &/or Saturday night. We'll meet in the dining hall for a brief star talk and to get star charts & handouts. If skies are clear, we'll go outside for a guided tour of the planets, stars & constellations of the winter sky. |
Instructor will bring a green laser to point out the winter constellations. Star maps and other handouts will be provided. A solar scope will be set up during the day to view the sun to look for solar prominences and sunspots. | Bring gloves, scarves, hats, warm coats & a small flashlight. If you have binoculars, you are welcome to bring them. Marie will have red cellophane to cover your flashlight before we go outside. If clear skies are forecast & you'd like to savor the stars, previous stargazers have recommended bringing a reclining lawn chair & blanket. | 30-60 Mins. | Free | Marie Lott |
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***Storytelling - Learn how to use stories in nearly every aspect of troop life from discipline to ceremonies; how to turn a story into a game; how to appreciate and tell your own stories and help girls share their stories in ways that stimulate imagination. |
Handouts of stories, poems, and songs; props | Paper and pencil, tape recorder (optional) to record some stories | 3 Hrs | FREE | Judy Glassman |
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Super Science I - Be Surprised! Not everything is what it seems! Learn some simple and fun activities that will amaze and excite your girls. Primarily for Brownies-Junior levels, although all ages welcome. |
Lemon juice, cornstarch, iodine, coffee filters, balloons, food coloring, markers, prisms, magnets | Nothing needed | 1.5 Hr | $5.00 | Rosalie Baine |
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Super Science II - Play with science! Have fun and learn great activities that will amaze and excite your girls. Primarily for Junior and up, although all ages welcome. The take-home is a surprise! |
All supplies provided except as noted | Empty 2 liter soft drink bottle | 1.5 Hr | $5.00 | Rosalie Baine |
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Swap Corner Trading - join other campers in the dining hall and trade swaps! |
N/A | Swaps to share | 1.5 Hr | FREE | N/A |
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Swaps from Recycled Items - Learn creative uses os swaps from recycled items. Will also make a handy carrying pouch from recycled blue jean material. |
All materials except as noted | Scissors, hot glue gun & glue sticks | 1.5 Hr. | $4 | Kathy Stephan |
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Sweatshirt Designs – Participants will have an opportunity to decorate a sweatshirt using various art media: stencils, iron-on, paint, buttons, bows and more. |
All craft materials including sweat shirts | Scissors and glue; participants are welcome to bring any personal supplies for their sweatshirt | 1.5 Hr | $8.00 | Vicki Thornton |