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 list of some upcoming events by clicking below or visit the Program and Training Registration Area to see ALL the exciting programs we offer across the state.
Adult Program
Journey to Gold – Building the Foundation
This workshop is for adults who are supporting girls in their road to Gold using the “new Jou ey way”. Topics covered include: important dates & definitions, working with Jou eys, take action projects vs. community service, community & mind mapping. What the terms "sustainable", "global" "measurable" and "share" mean in terms of the new Gold, and the new standards of excellence that are expected in "new jou ey way" Gold Award Take Action Projects. We will also discuss your role as a Troop Advisor during this process and ways of recognizing girls when they complete the Gold Award. This workshop is not intended for girls. Fee: $5. Click on the link below and search for "Jou ey to Gold" to see upcoming dates. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
Become a Fitness Champion
A Fitness Champion’s role is to help girls and their families make smart and healthy choices. Does this sound like something you could do?
Fitness Champions give girls tips and tools to live healthy lives. Champions choose to volunteer in the way that is best for them. As a fitness champion you can…
• Bring your skills to a local troop meeting
• Teach adult Girl Scout volunteers so they can go back and teach the girls
• Help local Girl Scout groups organize an event or set up a 6 week series
For more information, contact Hannah Granfield at Hgranfield@gsofct.org
Training
Out and About
Course length: 3 hours Fee: none
Out and About prepares volunteers to take girls on field trips beyond their meeting places and that are four hours or more in length. These trips may include, but are not limited to, trips to the zoo, museums, and/or simple hikes. It also prepares volunteers to take the girls on ove ights inside a building that has an automated heat source, electricity and running water. Topics will include health and safety, progression in the outdoors, simple hiking guidelines, and indoor food preparation.
Cost: None
Out and About training needs to be completed at least two (2) months prior to a trips longer than four hours. This allows volunteers to teach the girls how to prepare for their trip.
Please note: This course does not include any outdoor cooking or fireplace cooking techniques. Consider taking Fire, Food and Fun for fire building and simple outdoor cooking.
* This course is also available as a:
• Computer driven course (TR12400) - The computer-driven course is a PowerPoint presentation and worksheet that once completed needs to be retu ed to Girl Scouts of Connecticut, via email, for review. See course directions for specifics.
• Self-study (TR12401) - The self-study course utilizes the Out and About materials including a worksheet that once completed, needs to be retu ed to Girl Scouts of Connecticut for review. See course directions for specifics.
• Please note that both of these methods may take up to 8 hours to complete.
Click on the link below and search for "Out and About" to see upcoming trainings.
Contact Jane Bielefield at jbielefield@gsofct.org. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
First Aid
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course includes how to care for someone afflicted with a sudden illness, heat and cold emergencies, splinting and basic bandaging. First Aid certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
Click on the link below and search for "First Aid" to see upcoming trainings.
Contact Jane Bielefield at jbielefield@gsofct.org. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
First Aid Review
$10. This course includes review practice sessions, opportunities for questions, a skills test, and a written exam.
Coaching is given to perfect skills where needed.
• You must show the instructor your unexpired First Aid card.
• This course only reviews First Aid, not CPR.
Click on the link below and search for "First Aid" to see upcoming trainings.
Contact Jane Bielefield at jbielefield@gsofct.org. http://www.gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/events.aspx
Basic Leader Training
Course length: 3 hours Fee: none
Basic Leader Training provides leaders with the information they need to run their troop/group successfully. Volunteers will lea how to:
• teach their girls to do a flag ceremony
• work with the girls to plan their year’s program and activities
• evaluate and plan future programs and activities
• integrate the Girl Scout Leadership Experience into the troop/group’s activities
Click on the link below and search for "Basic Leader Training" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Fire, Food and Fun
Course length: 3 hours Fee: $10
Volunteers will lea fire safety, fire building, simple one-pot meal and simple stick cooking including s’mores. This course will teach volunteers how to teach these skills to their girls. Be prepared to have fun and EAT!
Fire, Food and Fun training needs to be completed at least two (2) months prior to a trip involving outdoor cooking and fires. This allows volunteers to teach the girls how to prepare for their trip.
*Pre-requisite: Out and About
Click on the link below and search for "Fire, Food and Fun" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
First Aid/Adult & Child CPR/AED
Course length: 6 hours Fee $45.00 (not including the cost of manual)
This course includes First Aid, Adult and Child CPR and AED. The purpose of the course is to provide lay responders with the knowledge and skills necessary to help sustain life and minimize the consequences of injury and sudden illness until advanced medical help arrives. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
First Aid Certification: First Aid certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
CPR/AED Certification: CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
Click on the link below and search for "First Aid/CPR/AED" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Adult & Child CPR/AED
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course includes Adult and Child CPR/AED. CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
Click on the link below and search for "Adult and Child CPR/AED" to see upcoming trainings. http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Adult & Child CPR/AED Review
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course includes review practice sessions, opportunities for questions, a skills test, and a written exam. Coaching is given to perfect skills where needed. You must show the instructor your unexpired CPR card/certificate. This course only reviews CPR/AED, not First Aid. CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
Click on the link below and search for "CPR/AED Review" to see upcoming trainings. http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Adult & Child CPR/AED Challenge Course or First Aid Challenge Course
Course length 3 hours. Fee $35.00. This course is ideal for people who have been through the process of recertification before. There is only a written and skills test involved; no coaching, video, or review is provided. Participants will take the written exam first. If a passing grade is achieved, skills will then be tested in response to situations described by the instructor. If you fail your written or skills test, you must take the full First Aid/Adult & Child CPR/AED, Adult & Child CPR/AED, or First Aid course. You do not need current certification to take this course. If you are experienced with CPR, but have let your certification expire, you may take this course. Manual is optional and is available for $9.00.
First Aid Certification: First Aid certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
CPR/AED Certification: CPR/AED certification is good for two years. In order to stay current, you must be recertified either on or before the expiration date on your card. There is no certification grace period.
Click on the link below and search for "Challenge" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Camping Adventures
Course length 27 hours. Fee $10.00. Allows girls and volunteers to expand their horizons and move out of buildings and into the outdoors. It is the third step in outdoor training. This course includes a three hour planning session followed by a 24 hour ove ight experience.
Attendance at both the planning session and weekend is required. Participants need to attend the planning session that is associated with their weekend.
Please note: Shared cost of food and supplies will be determined during the planning session. The cost of food and supplies will be in addition to the $10.00 registration fee.
*Prerequisite: Fire, Food and Fun
Click on the link below and search for "Camping Adventures" to see upcoming trainings.
http://gsofct.org/iMIS_public/Core/Events/Events.aspx
Event Calendar
Upcoming Events
June 23, 2013
Girl Scout CT Sun Fest
Fun activities and a CT Sun basketball game More Info
Sun Fest activities will begin at 11:00 AM. The Connecticut Sun game will begin at 3:00 PM. Concessions stands will be open early for Girl Scout Sun Fest attendees and will offer $2 hot dogs. Don’t miss any of the action! Follow the instructions linked below to order online, or use the attached order form to purchase tickets from the CT Sun.
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonasset State Park with a marine biologist More Info
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonasset State Park with a marine biologist. Explore tidal pools, seek invasive species, and discover what lurks in the march! Bring a bag lunch for a picnic under the pavilion.
Join Girl Scout Troops of all ages and families for a day of fun More Info
Join Girl Scout Troops of all ages and families for a day of fun! Enter the park early for a variety of hands-on thrill builder activities and design challenges. See the science behind some of the rides. Buffet lunch included. $45 per person. See the flyer below for more information.
Discover, connect and make new friends while having fun at the Daisy Girl Scout Summer fun!
All girls entering Kindergarten and first grades are invited to join !
Meetings will be on the following Mondays: July 1, 8, and 15.
Registration fee is $12.00 for new Girl Scouts members. Please make the check payable to Girl Scouts of CT.
Location
Cora Belden Library, 33 Church St., Rocky Hill in the Stepney Room
COME JOIN THE FUN! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and up!
This is a wonderful opportunity for girls to make new friends and learn about Girl Scouting!
Girl Scout Summer 4 Week Program,
Wednesdays, from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Dates: July 10, 17, 24, and 31
*July 31 will include a Pinning Ceremony
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts, stories, crafts, games and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, supplies and pin.
Please make checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Uniforms will be discussed at the first meeting.
Location
West Haven Community House 227 Elm Street, West Haven, CT
COME JOIN THE FUN! Grades K-3
SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM-Dig into Reading and Nature. Come to all three weeks and earn a Girl Scout patch!
Smith Library- Thursdays from 10 a.m. -11 a.m.
July 11, Dig Dirt – make your own worm farm
July 18 Digging for Dinos and Fossils
July 25 Burrowing Owls- *Movie to follow
Questions please contact: Anita M. Silvestro at (203) 239-2922 Ext. 3334 Or asilvestro@gsofct.org
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade not currently in a troop to join the Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program,
Thursdays, July 11,18, 25 and Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
*August 1 will include a Pinning Ceremony
Activities will include learning more about Girl Scouts, stories, crafts, games and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, supplies and pin. Please make checks payable to GSOFCT.
Financial aid available upon request.
Uniforms will be discussed at the first meeting.
Questions please contact: Anita M. Silvestro at (203)239-2922 Ext. 3334 or asilvestro@gsofct.org
Location
North Haven Recreation Center, 7 Linsley Street, North Haven, CT
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist More Info
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist. Explore tidal pools, seek invasive species, and discover what lurks in the march! Bring a bag lunch for a picnic under the pavilion.
Learn how to facilitate one of our signature programs More Info
Girlz R.U.L.E. (Respect, Understand, Lead, Empower) is an anti-bullying program designed for girls. Girl Scouts of Connecticut has developed this signature initiative and there are programs throughout the state. Volunteers are needed to facilitate this program to girls in grades three through eight, which may be offered during school hours, immediately after school, or in one-day workshops or events.
There is no cost for this training. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day, bring a lunch and covered mug. More trainings will be offered throughout the membership year. To register, contact Hannah Granfield.
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist More Info
Explore varied shoreline habitats at Hammonassett State Park with a marine biologist. Explore tidal pools, seek invasive species, and discover what lurks in the march! Bring a bag lunch for a picnic under the pavilion.
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
Learn how to facilitate one of our signature programs More Info
Girlz R.U.L.E. (Respect, Understand, Lead, Empower) is an anti-bullying program designed for girls. Girl Scouts of Connecticut has developed this signature initiative and there are programs throughout the state. Volunteers are needed to facilitate this program to girls in grades three through eight, which may be offered during school hours, immediately after school, or in one-day workshops or events.
There is no cost for this training. Light refreshments will be served throughout the day, bring a lunch and covered mug. More trainings will be offered throughout the membership year. To register, contact Hannah Granfield.
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
COME JOIN THE FUN! Grades K-3
SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM-Dig into Reading and Nature. Come to all three weeks and earn a Girl Scout patch!
Atwater Library-Thursdays
July 25 11:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. Burrowing Owls
August 1 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Dig Dirt-make your own worm farm
August 8 10- a.m.-11 a.m. Digging for Dinos & Fossils
Questions please contact: Anita M. Silvestro at (203) 239-2922 Ext. 3334 Or asilvestro@gsofct.org
Location
Atwater Memorial Library, 1720 Foxon Rd, North Branford
Watch a game then sleep over on the field! More Info
Watch the Connecticut Tigers take on the Lowell Spinners, then sleep over on the field. Receive a special patch, and watch a movie on the big screen. $15 includes food voucher. ($8 for game tickets only). Contact the Tigers for tickets.
DAISY DAYS ARE HERE! Inviting all girls entering Kindergarten and First Grade in the fall not currently in a troop.
Girl Scout Summer Daisy 4 Week Program
Thursdays: July 11, 18, 25 & August 1
If you can’t make all 4, that’s ok, come when you can!
Come learn all about Girl Scouts!
Participate in stories, crafts, games, and songs.
Cost: $15.00 includes registration fee, checks payable to GSOFCT
Financial aid available upon request.
Please RSVP to Wolcottgs@yahoo.com
Watch a game then sleep over on the field! More Info
The Bridgeport Bluefish invite you and your Girl Scout troop to enjoy a game at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard as the Bluefish take on the Sugar Land Skeeters. Following the game, every troop is invited for a sleepover on the field with a movie on the video board! Contact the Bluefish for tickets.
Girl Scout Booth at the Main Street Market Place
Main Street, Torrington, CT
August 22, 2013
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
For more info, contact Teresa Allen at tallen@gsofct.org or 1-860-482-4495 ext 3615
Camp out at Sikorsky and learn about STEM More Info
If you are 12 or older, do not miss this opportunity to camp out on the front lawn of Sikorsky Aircraft on October 4-6, and spend the weekend learning about engineering and other STEM - science, technology, engineering and math. careers. Meals and patch included.
Join us in honoring Dr. Elsa M. Núńez, President of Eastern Connecticut State University and GSOFCT Board Member, with the Breakfast Badge Award, December 2 at the Hartford Club. For more information or to buy tickets, click on the link below.
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes! More Info
Letterboxing Hike
Hike the trails in search of the Letterboxes! Each session includes all levels of Letterboxing instruction. Great hobby for the whole family!
Laurel Sunday, 12/4/2011 (Register by 12/1/2011) PO12007
Pattagansett Sunday, 2/5/2012 (Register by 2/1/2012) PO12010
Aspetuck Sunday, 3/18/2012 (Register by 3/10/2012) PO12012
Katoya Sunday, 4/1/2012 (Register by 3/26/2012) PO12014
Murray Sunday, 6/17/2012 (Register by 6/7/2012) PO12022
Rocky Craig Sunday, 7/22/2012 (Register by 7/12/2012) PO12024
Laurel Sunday, 8/26/2012 (Register by 8/20/2012) PO12027
Candlewood Sunday, 9/23/2012 (Register by 9/15/2012) PO12029
Time: 2:00- 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $5.00 girls $5.00 adults
Program Contact: Kim McLean/kim@mcleanresearch.com
Winter decorations from natural ingredients. More Info
It’s Your Planet - Love It!
Winter decorations from natural ingredients.
North Haven Service Center, Sunday, 12/11/2011 (register by 12/1/11)
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $8.00 girls $8.00 adults
Program Contact: Alexandra Thomas/athomas@gsofct.org
Come join us for this exciting day of girl planned and focused workshops More Info
Come join us December 28 at Goodwin College in East Hartford for this exciting day of girl planned and focused workshops. Meet other girls interested in making a difference in their communities and improve your skills as a leader. Girls will choose their workshops to create their day’s schedule, have opportunity to lend their voice to current issues, and can tour the campus.
