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Mountain Magic Leader Weekend Misty Goes To Mardi Gras- Girl Scout Style! Offered by the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, Inc. 14th Annual Mountain Magic Adult Girl Scout Weekend Camp Misty Mountain, Armuchee, Georgia January 23-25, 2015 Discount when you register by midnight 10/31! Registration Deadline: EXTENDED TO 12/10/2014 |
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Updated 09/10/16
We’re delighted that you are interested in the Mountain Magic Adult Girl Scout Weekend! We have loads of fun in store for you and lots of new and exciting things planned. PLEASE READ THIS PACKET IN ITS ENTIRETY!! It should answer all of your questions. Remember, to ensure the best selection of classes and your first choice of units/sleeping accommodations, register EARLY! Classes and units/beds are assigned in the order that participants register!
All options include a personalized event folder and weekend schedule, nametag/swap necklace, custom patch, meals (as indicated), unlimited coffee/tea/cocoa, a site map, and all weekend day and evening activities. Campers provide their own transportation (carpooling suggested). Please note: some classes have additional fees, which may be paid during check-in at camp (Cash Only); exception to this are the Council Class fees for Horseback riding, High challenge tower Archery, and Riflery, which must be paid at time of registration. A limited number of scholarships are available; please let us know if you need specific assistance (see “Scholarships”, page 8). Classes, as well as cabins/beds are assigned in the order that participants register. If you would like to be assigned to a cabin with a friend, note one roommate’s name on the registration form. Note: BOTH roommates must note each other’s name on the form! Detailed confirmations and weekend specifics will be sent to you in early January.
OPTION 1: Weekend Pass, With Lodging
Check-In Friday anytime between 4-8 PM, Check-Out Sunday after 2 PM. Includes five meals (Saturday breakfast through Sunday lunch) and overnight accommodations (two nights).
Registration paid by 10/31: $70.00; registration paid 11/1 – 11/30: $80.00.
OPTION 2: Weekend Pass, Off-Site Lodging
Check-In Friday anytime between 4-8 PM, Check-Out Sunday after 2 PM. Includes four meals of your choice. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS NOT PROVIDED. This is a great option for locals and others who wish to come to the event but stay overnight elsewhere. Off-site lodging is available – see Off-Site Accommodations (p. 5).
Registration paid by 10/31: $50.00; registration paid 11/1 – 11/30: $60.00.
OPTION 3: Friday Night Only
Check-In Friday anytime between 4-8 PM, Check-Out Saturday 7-8:30 PM (NOTE: must vacate sleeping accommodations Saturday before 8AM to accommodate Saturday night campers checking in). Includes three meals (Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and overnight accommodations (Friday night only).
Registration paid by 10/31: $52.00; registration paid 11/1 – 11/30: $62.00.
OPTION 4: Saturday Night Only
Participant Check-In Saturday 7:30-9:30 AM, Check-Out Sunday after 2 PM. (NOTE: you may check into lodging accommodations during Saturday lunch hour and before first afternoon class). Includes four meals (Saturday lunch - Sunday lunch) and overnight accommodations (Saturday night only).
Registration paid by 10/31: $60.00; registration paid 11/1 – 11/30: 70.00.
OPTION 5: Saturday Day Only
Participant Check-In Saturday 7:30-9:30 AM, Check-Out Saturday 7-8:30 PM. Includes two meals (Saturday lunch and dinner), no overnight accommodations.
Registration paid by 10/31: $40.00; registration paid 11/1 – 11/30: $50.00.
Online Registration! This year, you’ll have the opportunity to pay weekend fees AND register online for classes.
Partial payments accepted - you must pay your registration fee (Attendance, Lodging & Meals) at the time of registration, but you may wait to pay class fees when you arrive at camp. Exception: Council classes requiring minimums must be paid in advance (Horseback riding, High challenge tower, Archery, Riflery). You will be invoiced via PayPal if those class fees are not paid at time of registration.
During registration, see the number of spots remaining in each class in real time.
Class full? Select the full class AND your second choice, and you’ll be automatically added to the waitlist for your first choice.
Return to modify your registration and agenda as needed until 11/30.
Check or change your registration on your smart phone!
The Mountain Magic Leader Weekend may be attended by ANY currently registereAdult Girl Scout Volunteer (i.e., Lifetime Member or someone who has paid annual dues). You do not need to be a troop “leader” to join us! Do you need to renew your annual adult registration? Are you a brand new volunteer? If so, visit the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta website at www.gsgatl.orgpriorto registering for our weekend.
Go to the website and click “Join Us” in the upper right. Select New Member Registration to complete your registration form and pay your $15 annual membership dues. You will also need to complete a Volunteer Application form online at https://www.gsgatl.org/for-volunteers/volunteer/Pages/Volunteer-Application.aspx
Go to the website and click “eBiz” in the upper right. Complete your registration form and pay your $15 annual membership dues online.
For either option you may call the council office at 770-702-9100 for more information.
Camp Misty Mountain is located in NW Georgia in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, surrounded by a national forest with a 100-acre lake. Facilities used during the weekend include: two-story dining hall, five winterized cabin units (heated buildings), archery range, adventure course, and horseback riding facilities. Each unit has a fire ring and outdoor program space. Units are wheelchair accessible, but those with mobility impairments may prefer to stay in units closest to the dining hall. Click here for more information about Camp Misty Mountain.
Misty Mountain is a Girl Scout CAMP! Cabins at Misty Mountain are somewhat “primitive” in nature, although every unit is heated and has flush toilets (so it’s not really “roughing it!”) Unfortunately, there is no “maid” service, nor is there a “porter” or other hotel amenities. If you have never camped at one of our Girl Scout Camps before, this will give you a good introduction to camp. We think that Misty Mountain is pretty plush when it comes to camping! This is a Girl Scout facility, so ALCOHOL, FIREARMS, ILLEGAL DRUGS, and PETS ARE PROHIBITED. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on Council property.
This weekend is a great way to meet new people and get new ideas. We strongly recommend that you be open to cabin/bed assignment with people outside of your Service Unit. To encourage making new friends/networking at the event, participants will be limited to one roommate “buddy” request. To share sleeping units with a buddy, you MUST both note each other’s name in the “roommate” section when you register. Please list only one buddy. Learn about Camp Misty Mountain online.
Cabins/beds are assigned upon completion of your online registration form FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED! If you are requesting accommodations with a buddy, we will assign sleeping arrangements when the LAST roommate’s registration form is completed. Register early if you have a strong preference for unit and/or bunk (i.e., top bunk vs. bottom bunk). Cabins closest to the dining hall and lower bunk beds will be reserved for those who have mobility limitations (limited spaces). Please indicate any mobility impairment or limitations on your registration form so that we may accommodate your needs. Also, please indicate if you use a CPAP machine so that we can ensure that your bed is located near an electrical outlet.
We offer Night Owl/Early Bird and warm/cool cabin choices. Please indicate your preference on the registration form. Participants who want to stay up after 10 PM should plan to socialize in the dining hall until ready to settle down in the units (so others are not disturbed). We will have games and puzzles set up in the dining hall – previous guests have enjoyed working on these and staying up into the wee hours talking/socializing!
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Early Bird (early-to-bed) |
lights-out & quiet at 10 PM |
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Night Owl (late-to-bed) |
lights-out & quiet at midnight |
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Warm cabin |
76° |
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Cool cabin |
68° |
Please indicate on your registration form the ONE THING that is most important to you: unit, bunk, temperature, late/early, or being with a friend as we will use this information to place you if your first choice of accommodations is unavailable! Individuals registering with a buddy should select the same unit preference (warm/cool and early/late).
Please note that ALL UNITS will have classes in the common areas during the day and MAY have classes assigned in the common areas from 7-10PM. To avoid areas where a class may be assigned in the evening, you should select Blue Gill Bay or Shellcracker Cove (and request that you NOT be assigned in the leader room). These are the only units that have separate buildings for the sleeping areas and common areas. Blue Gill Bay and Shellcracker Cove MAY have classes assigned in one of the sleeping areas of the unit during the daytime only. This means that if you want to be able to visit your sleeping area/bunk during the day, a class MAY be in progress. Your personal items will not be disturbed, but if you think you might want to take a nap during the day, this may be disruptive for you. Please note in the special needs area of the registration form if you do not want to be assigned to a sleeping area where a class may be assigned during the day. We are hopeful that providing this information will help light sleepers choose an appropriate unit to ensure undisturbed rest. J We apologize for this inconvenience, but this is the only way we can offer the large variety of classes during the weekend.
If you would like to participate in weekend activities (classes, meals, etc.) but prefer to stay elsewhere, you should sign up for OPTION 2 (Weekend Pass, Off-Site Lodging) when registering for the weekend. Visit http://www.3leaves.org/mm-common/offsite.html for details.
The Farmhouse (a winterized unit at the North End of Camp Misty Mountain) MAY be available for a Service Unit (or group of 10 or more friends) to reserve separately. It will accommodate up to 20 people utilizing mattresses on the floor and costs $100 for the weekend. Note that this unit is a 20-30 minute walk or a short car ride from the main camp. Please contact Lianne Griffin at 770-621-9043 no later than October 31 if you would like to take advantage of this opportunity. This unit may be reserved for staff.
Other off-site lodging options include the following:
Vehicles may park in the main parking lot by the dining hall on paved surfaces only. Please do NOT park in any grassy areas. After checking in, you will be allowed to unload your car at your assigned unit (pending ranger approval), but you will then need to immediately move your car to designated parking spaces. Carpooling is recommended – spaces are limited. Please park in the designated areas only.
Please go to our classes webpage and our class schedule to see all of the classes that we will be offering this year. Bold indicates new classes for this year! There are photos posted for many of the classes, along with detailed descriptions, class supply lists, length, class fee, and instructor name. You can also check the website to see which classes are already FULL! Remember, to ensure the best selection of classes and your first choice of units/sleeping accommodations, register EARLY! We assign classes and units/beds in the order that registrations are received.
Our classes and workshops are designed to enhance
your personal growth and program skills for leading girls. And,
activities are just plain fun! Our high quality sessions
are presented by knowledgeable instructors and/or licensed
professionals; some sessions may have an additional fee. You MAY
NOT just drop in; you must be registered in order to attend a
class. The number of participants for each
class/workshop/activity is limited. All are filled on a
first-come, first-served basis. Visit our website to view
classes offered this year. Please
register for your 1st choice class choice during each
time slot. If your first choice is full, select
that class to be added to the waitlist AND select your
2nd choice from one of the available classes. If
your first choice class/workshop/activity is full and you are on
the wait list, we’ll automatically register you for that
class when space becomes available. REGISTER EARLY so you
won’t be disappointed (and get a discount, too)!
There will be limited opportunities to “switch” classes once registration ends on 11/30. When you receive your final confirmation packet in January, please pay close attention to the classes you are scheduled to attend. You may also check your personal agenda online at any time by logging back into your Mountain Magic 2015 account on Regonline. Please contact our registrar, Marie Wright, immediately if there are any discrepancies so that we may make adjustments prior to your arrival at camp. All class changes must be made no later than check-in so that we can provide our instructors with accurate class rosters and reimburse them appropriately. Instructors may NOT accept “walk-ins”.
Meals will be cooked and provided cafeteria-style by the Misty Mountain staff in the Dining Hall. We will be offering healthy “adult” choices and vegetarian options at all meals. The weekend menu will be posted to our website (www.3leaves.org/mm2015) soon. Please note any special dietary needs or food allergies on your registration form so that we may try to accommodate you. If you have unique dietary restrictions, please note these on the reservation form and you will be contacted with options. NOTE: meals may not be cooked in the camping units. We do have refrigerators in the main cabin of each unit, and you may store some personal food items there. PLEASE, DO NOT EAT FOOD IN THE UNITS THAT DOES NOT BELONG TO YOU!! A snack table will be available all weekend long in the dining hall for all campers to share. Each camper is asked to bring a snack for the snack table. You may help yourself freely to the food choices in the dining hall. J Remember to consider healthy choices, too!
Cell phones have previously NOT worked at Misty Mountain, but a new cell tower is under construction! Previously, once you crossed the mountain, there was no cell service (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Metro PCS previously did NOT work at camp). We are hopeful that this year you may find this has changed, but at the time of this writing, the new cell tower was not yet functional.
A pay telephone is available at the pool, but communication with family members may be somewhat limited unless you cross back over the mountain. We consider this a FEATURE of the weekend! J Emergency phone numbers (for the camp ranger) will be provided in your confirmation packet in the unlikely event that family members need to reach you during the weekend. Walkie-talkies will be available in each unit for communication with the camp ranger or First Aider for emergencies during the weekend. Cell phones make good alarm clocks during the weekend.
Swaps are the tradition of Girl Scouts exchanging keepsakes. They were started long ago and were originally exchanged at National Girl Scout Senior Roundups (referred to as "Special Whatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned Somewhere"). Swaps are still the perfect way for Girl Scouts to meet each other, promote friendship and remember a special event or Girl Scout Sister. At our Leader Weekend many participants exchange Swaps to remember the friends and fun they share all weekend, but this is optional (however, you may not get any from others if you don’t have some to trade).
Swaps can be simple or complex, cheap or expensive, whatever the maker desires. They can be made from foam, paper, felt, plastic, or “recycled” materials. Swaps usually tell something about the giver (where they are from, what they like) and often include contact information so the people they meet will remember them better. They often represent the event theme (our weekend theme this year is Mardi Gras). Usually Swaps will have a pin so it can be attached to a swap hat or the special necklace we provide for all participants at check-in. So, make some to bring with you or you can make some at the weekend to exchange with other participants. Participants should plan to bring around 75-100 SWAPS. Need more info? Visit http://www.3leaves.org/4715/Swaps.htm to learn more, see samples, or get some ideas!
Instead of the “traditional” swap necklace, we will be using bead necklaces this year. Please keep that in mind as you are designing your swaps.
Friday night will feature an opening ceremony & welcome at 8PM. Then be sure to drop in at our New Orleans Jazz Café for music, icebreakers, trivia games, and SWAPs! We plan to keep the fun going as long as we can. Bring a snack for the snack table; coffee and tea will be furnished.
On Saturday evening, dinner will be followed by a Mardi Gras parade and mask/costume contest. Each cabin will be asked to create at least one sign or float for the parade; some supplies will be furnished but you may want to bring additional supplies from home. Afterwards, campers can earn bead necklaces by participating at several activity stations, including songs, stargazing, and T-shirt decorating. (Bring a t-shirt from home if you wish to decorate one.) Sunday will feature a Scout’s Own and closing ceremony.
We also want to recognize those campers who shine as an example of Girl Scout spirit, so please help us recognize them by nominating them for a camper award! Forms will be available at our registration table, and awards will be given out throughout the weekend.
In keeping with this year's theme of Mardi Gras please bring one new stuffed 'throw' (toy) that is purple, green, or yellow in color with you to Camp to benefit locally displaced-by-fire & traumatized children care of Camp Misty Mountain's Fire Department - Station 8. A cute stuffed animal goes a long way in helping to distract a distressed child during scary times (home is ablaze, the loud sirens during a rescue, etc.) We have invited the firefighters of Station 8 to come to dinner Saturday Night and receive the stuffed animals. Please place your new stuffed toy on the marked table in the dining hall upon Check-in.
We’ll have a great “photo op” area and we’ll be taking group photos after the Mardi Gras parade Saturday evening. Please stop by the registration desk on Sunday and share your camera’s memory card with us before you leave. The best pictures will be featured in our scrapbook, too!
Temperatures have ranged from the low 30s to the low 60s, but we are in the mountains, so temperatures do vary (low/high averages are 29⁰/50⁰). You will be in heated units, although you will be walking around camp between classes; there are also some outdoor classes. So far, we have never been snowed out, but we have had occasional rain. Plan to dress/pack accordingly and you’ll be fine!
All participants should plan to bring personal gear/clothing, a sleeping bag or twin bed linens and a pillow, a towel/washcloth, toiletries, a flashlight (have it handy when you arrive to check in!) and class fees. You may also want to bring eyeshades/earplugs, especially if you are a light sleeper. You will need to bring basic craft supplies, paper/pencil, sit-upon, camera, and other general items. Past participants have found it helpful to also bring a box and packing paper to take crafts home (optional). Remember to bring your completed Health History Form if you have not uploaded it to our registration site prior to January 16th. A personalized packing list that includes items needed for the specific classes you are scheduled to attend will be sent to you in your confirmation packet in January, along with a general packing list.
Discounts are given to our class instructors and to campers who work as a camp helper during one or more class timeslots. Instructors receive $10 off the registration fee. If you would like to teach a class next year, please let us know! Camp Helpers will receive a $5 rebate to offset class fees. Camp helpers collect class rosters, take pictures, and assist the director. Note: this job involves walking around camp, so please consider this if you are mobility impaired. Sign up to be a Camp Helper on your registration form. Volunteers will be selected, first-come-first-served in the order registrations are received and there are limited opportunities.
Each year, we have many “fundraisers” that make specific assistance (scholarships) possible for weekend participants. Scholarships (excluding class fees) are available to volunteers that reside in the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta Council or to instructors regardless of council. (If you reside outside of this council, please contact your own council for possible scholarship assistance). In 2014, fourteen scholarships were awarded, totaling $555. Thanks for helping make this weekend a possibility for ALL volunteers!
Silk-screening will be offered on Friday night. You may print multiple items but you will have to get in line again for each item. This year you will have the opportunity to color your screen-printed items with fabric markers on Saturday night. If you have your item printed on Friday the cost is included, otherwise there will be a $2 cost per item on Saturday night. The cost for screen-printing on Friday night is $3 per item. Bring any pre-washed light colored item (sweatshirt/tote bag/t-shirt/pillow case) to be printed; black ink will be used. A flat 12”x12” printable area is needed for the image. Items with pockets or excess fabric that will bunch up do not print well as the screen needs a completely flat surface.
You also have the option of pre-ordering/pre-paying for a customized shirt and/or a cotton tote bag with our current theme. We are offering short, three-quarter, and long sleeve t-shirts, plus a tote bag. You may visit our online store at http://www.3leaves.org/mm-common/store/MMLWstore.html at any time to purchase your items. Items ordered by 10 PM January 14th will be available at check-in. Orders placed after the deadline will be mailed to you after the event (additional shipping charge applied).
Include payment for the event (for lodging/meals) at the time you register. Bring cash to pay for the classes chosen (exact amount will be detailed in your personalized confirmation letter in January). OPTIONALLY, you may also wish to bring your checkbook or some additional cash for sodas, the scrapbook, and our decoration auction (Sunday). These are all OPTIONAL opportunities which we make available to you as a service.
Sodas and bottled water - may be purchased throughout the weekend for 50¢ each. They are located in the coolers in the dining hall. Scout’s honor – please use correct change.
Decoration Auction – Many of our weekend decorations will be included in a silent auction on Sunday. See a member of our decorations committee for more information.
Custom Scrapbook - We will be taking pictures all weekend, and we’re asking participants to share their best photos with us. Our talented historian will be making a scrapbook, and there may be options available for you to purchase a digital copy too. Stay tuned!
In our fourteen year history, we have never had to cancel our event due to inclement weather or other unforeseen events. But with that said, if we must cancel our event, no refunds will be given. Most of our fees are spent well before the event (location rental, food contracts, patches, supplies, etc.). If the event cancels, you will be notified by email and our website will be updated at least 24 hours before the event. We would be as heartbroken as you in the unlikely chance of cancellation! If we haven’t announced a cancellation at least 24 hours in advance, the event is ON!!
Did your plans change? Do you need to cancel? Refunds (less a $15 processing fee) will be given for written cancellations only and must be postmarked/email date stamped no later than December 15th at 5:00 PM. All refund requests should be emailed to mountainmagicleaderweekend@yahoo.com or mailed via U.S. Mail to Marie Wright. Substitutions will be allowed pending class availability (with a $15 processing fee). Contact Marie W. at 706-367-5904 if you will be taking the place of someone else.
READ this Registration Info Packet in its entirety! New in 2015, we are launching online registration and payments! Visit our website www.3leaves.org/mm2015 and click the link to be taken to our online registration site. Manual (paper) registrations will be handled on an exception basis only. Please contact us at mountainmagicleaderweekend@yahoo.com if you need to register manually.
All registrations will initially be marked "Pending" until full payment is received for your Registrant Package (attendance, lodging & meals) and your registration form is reviewed by the registrar. Our registrar, Marie Wright, may be contacted at mountainmagicleaderweekend@yahoo.com if you have any questions. You will receive an email when your registration is confirmed.
Payments for the weekend registration must be made online by major credit card during registration or by check. Be sure to print out your payment confirmation receipt. If you wish to pay by personal check or money order, please make it payable to “Mountain Magic Leader Weekend.” Print out a copy of your invoice (select "Invoice" then "Print Invoice" on your confirmation page after check-out). Mail your check & invoice copy to:
Mountain Magic Leader Weekend,
c/o Marie Wright,
146 Rambler Inn Rd, Jefferson, GA 30549
(Note new address this year!)
Manual (paper) registrations will be handled on an exception basis only. Please contact mountainmagicleaderweekend@yahoo.com if you need to register manually.
Specific assistance (scholarships) may also be available; see our website to download the financial assistance form. You will be placed on “pending status” until your Specific Assistance is approved. You should go ahead and pay the portion of your registration that you are able to pay at the time of registration.
You may OPTIONALLY include payment for class fees at the time of registration OR you may wait and pay your class fees at camp. The only exceptions to this are Council classes requiring minimums that we must pay in advance (Horseback riding, High challenge tower, Archery, Riflery). You will be invoiced via PayPal if those class fees are not paid at time of registration.
Please remember to upload your Girl Scout Health History Form to our online registration site prior January 20th to complete your registration. If you do not upload your Health History Form by January 20th, please bring your completed form with you to camp.
Still have questions? Need help with registration? Please contact Marie Wright at mountainmagicleaderweekend@yahoo.com or 770-682-5904. We’ll be offering a free welcome conference call for new participants approximately two weeks before the event to answer your last minute questions and make sure you know what to expect when you arrive. Details for participating will be in your confirmation packet. If there is a problem with your reservation, a committee member will contact you.
We can’t wait to see you in January! Laissez les bons temps rouler!! (Let the good times roll!)