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EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors

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Registration Information........................................................................3Refund Policy...........................................................................................4Wider Opportunity Fund & Financial Assistance Guidelines ..........5

T H AT ’ S L I F E : L I F E S K I L L S 2014 Cookie Sale Program.....................................................................6Girl Scout Voices Survey .......................................................................6American Red Cross Babysitting .........................................................7First Aid and CPR Workshop for Teen Girls ........................................7First Aid and CPR Overnighter ..............................................................7

E X P L O R E : S C I E N C E + T E C H N O L O G YNight Owl Overnighter ...........................................................................8Engineer It! ..............................................................................................8Seashore Exploration.............................................................................8Digital Movie Maker ...............................................................................8Aurora Fossil............................................................................................8The Sky’s the Limit! ................................................................................8Big Explosions, Strong Gravity! ............................................................9Good Earth Adventures..........................................................................9Marine Quest ...........................................................................................9It2 Girl Advisory Team .............................................................................9

G E T M O V I N ’ : S P O R T S + H E A LT H + F I T N E S SClimbing the Alpine Tower...................................................................10Stress Less.............................................................................................10Duke University Dance Day ................................................................10Canoe Adventures ...............................................................................10Sunset Canoe ........................................................................................10

E X P R E S S I O N S : C U LT U R E + A R T SLadies of the Round Table ...................................................................11Les Miserables......................................................................................11Wilmington Youth Orchestra ..............................................................11Girl Rising ...............................................................................................11Wizard of Oz ..........................................................................................11Get Focused! .........................................................................................11Green Jewels ........................................................................................11

E S C A P E : O U T D O O R S + R O A D T R I P SWinter Teen Jam...................................................................................12Girls Fishing on the Fly Series.............................................................12Safari Adventure ..................................................................................12NC SPARKLE Day! ................................................................................12Fun in the Sun at Camp ........................................................................12Spring Teen Retreat..............................................................................12Dolphin and Dune Adventure..............................................................13

C A M PCamp Open House ................................................................................13Day Camp ...............................................................................................13Group/Troop Camp................................................................................13Residential Camps ................................................................................13

L E A D O N : L E A D E R S H I P O P P O R T U N I T I E S LiA Workshop ........................................................................................14Program Aide Core Training................................................................14Program Aide Specialty Trainings......................................................14

Arts & Crafts, Songs and Ceremonies ...........................................14Science, Sports and Games ............................................................14Event Planning ...................................................................................15Outdoor Skills .....................................................................................15High Ropes .........................................................................................15

It’s a Girl’s World: Leadership Expo...................................................15Volunteer Essentials for Teens – VIT Award ....................................15

K U D O S : V O I C E Y O U R A C H I E V E M E N T SGirl Scouts’ Highest Awards ...............................................................16Girl Scout Gold Award Workshop ......................................................16Girl Scout Silver Award Workshop ....................................................17Scholarships & Awards .......................................................................17Misty Crabtree Eastham Memorial Scholarship .............................17Religious Recognitions for Girls .........................................................17

E T C .Girl Scout Women of Achievement/

STEM Podcast Series .......................................................................18Council Shops........................................................................................18Service Centers and Directions .........................................................19

Look inside for info about events,programs, trainings, and specialopportunities just for teens!

This is a great time to be a Girl Scout with lots of ways to getinvolved, have fun, explorepossibilities, experience adventures,challenge yourself, take trips, andreach for the stars!

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WHATEVER YOU TAKE UP, DO IT WITH ALL YOUR MIGHT.JULIETTE GORDON LOW

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RegistrationBelow is a sample event listing, which explains the informationpublished for each event. You may register online or by mail. Allregistrations must be accompanied by fees. Checks should be madepayable to Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines. Faxed, emailed,phoned, or in-person registrations will NOT be accepted. See page 5for more information on applying for financial assistance. After yourregistration is processed, you will receive a confirmation email. Youwill also be emailed an event confirmation packet approximately twoweeks prior to the event.

INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATIONAny girl in the grade level listedabove can register for this eventalong with an adult chaperone.Troop registrations will not beaccepted for individual-only events.

TROOP REGISTRATIONAn adult member of the troop coordinates registration online. Unless the event is advertised as afamily event, please limit adults to reflect the recommended ratios below.

Two Adults to Every: Plus One Adult to Each Additional:20 Girl Scout Cadettes 10 Girl Scout Cadettes or Ambassadors24 Girl Scout Seniors 12 Girl Scout Seniors or Ambassadors

Any event that is only open for Troop Registration is designed to accommodate the girls andleaders only. Additional adults are allowed within these ratios or by pre-approval from thecouncil. Large groups may bring additional drivers as needed. For additional information, pleasesee the Adult Supervision Requirements section on page 5.

MAILING DATEIf mailing your registration, itcannot be postmarked beforethis date or it will be returnedto you. We will collect andhold mailed registrations untilthe opening date.

OPENING DATEThis is the date whenregistration opens for thisevent. Online eventregistrations open at 12:01a.m. Mailed registrations areheld and processed at thestart of the business day.

CLOSING DATEThis is the last day that youcan register for an event ifspace is available. Pleasenote that some events fillprior to the closing date.Mailed registrations must bereceived by this date.

Sample Event NameThis paragraph contains a brief description of the event. If you have any questions, pleaseemail [email protected] or contact the council at 919.782.3021 or800.284.4475. who The grade levels that can attend the event when Date and time of the event where Event location, County fee The cost per girl and adult. You must register for all events, even those without fees. This allows for appropriate safety planning and event preparations. registration Mailing Date / Opening Date / Closing Date Individual / Troop Registration

Scan the QR code on yourSmartPhone to go directly to our C.O.R.E. site.

Use this magazine to …READ … REVIEW THE DATES, TIMES, FEES, AND EVENT DESCRIPTIONS.SELECT … THE EVENTS AND/OR TRAININGSYOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND.REGISTER … INDIVIDUALLY OR AS ATROOP/GROUP—CHECK EACH EVENT FOR MOREINFO, THEN REGISTER ONLINE OR FILL OUT THEREGISTRATION FORM AND MAIL TO THE GIRL SCOUTS – NORTH CAROLINA COASTAL PINESRALEIGH SERVICE CENTER.

We are always adding new events! Check out our interactive events calendar at https://www.nccoastalpines.org/events

Registering Online• Register online on or after the Registration Opening Date at

www.nccoastalpines.org.• Click on the link to C.O.R.E. (Council Online Registration Entry).• Login to your account and click on the Activities page. Find the event using

the filters on the left or the search box on the top of your screen.• Click on the session title of your choice, then click on the Register Now

button to choose participants from your troop or Family.• If you are an individual troop member registering for a troop event, check

with your Troop Leader before registering. Leaders may register troopmembers at one time.

• For C.O.R.E. account questions, please contact the Help Desk [email protected]. (Detailed registration instructions and demosare available on the C.O.R.E. site.)

• Online registration must include payment in full. • To be placed on the waitlist, you must register and pay in full. • A deposit is required for camp registration.• If you have paid in full and have Cookie Dough or financial assistance to

apply, you will receive a refund for any overpayment.

Registering By Mail• Mail-in registrations will not be accepted if the postmark is more than seven

days prior to the Registration Opening Dates.• Your registration will be entered online by our staff at the start of the

business day on the opening date.• If registering for multiple events, you must include a separate registration

form for each event. All registrations must be accompanied by fees.• If you are requesting financial assistance, the deposit ($5 per person per

event or one-third of the event fee, whichever is greater) and financialassistance request form must be included with the registration form.

• If an event is full and you do not wish to be placed on the waitlist, yourpayment will be returned to you by mail.

• To be placed on the waitlist, please check the “Yes” box on the registrationform where it reads, “If all choices are full, would you like to be put on awaiting list?”

• All payments are deposited when they are received. If the event and waitlistare full, you will receive a refund.

• To request forms, please email [email protected].

Faxed, emailed, phoned, or in-person registrations will NOT be accepted.

R E G I S T R AT I O N O P E N I N G D AT E S

Cancellations and Refunds

C A N C E L L AT I O N O F E V E N T P O L I C YGirl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines reserves the right to cancel anevent due to insufficient registration, acts of nature, or any other reasonbeyond its control. Council-sponsored events are held rain or shine, unlessinclement weather adversely affects the program. If an event must becanceled or rescheduled, registered participants will be notified and refundsprocessed accordingly.

Refund Policies

F U L L R E F U N D• If placement from an event waiting list cannot be made, a full refund will be

provided.• If an event is cancelled by the council due to insufficient registration, act of

nature, or other reason beyond its control, a full refund will be provided.

PA R T I A L R E F U N DFor events with registration fees that are greater than $15 per individual, a 50-percent refund of the event registration fee will be awarded if thefollowing conditions are met:• the registrant provides a 30-day written notice to the program registrar; and• the notice is in the form of email, letter, or fax and is clearly addressed to the

program registrar. (Send email notice to [email protected], fax to 919.747.7181, or mail letter to the Raleigh Service Center.)

Prompt notification allows time for girls who may be on the event’s waiting listto participate in the event.

Refunds requested less than 30 days prior to an event will only be issued formedical reasons if the following conditions are met:• notification is received prior to the event date; and• within one week of the event, the notification is followed up by a written

refund request and doctor’s statement.

N O R E F U N D• Refunds will not be issued for event fees of $15 or less per individual per

event.• No refund will be issued for “no-shows.”• There are no refunds for ticketed events such as theater, ballet, or

symphony—or for council-sponsored trips.• The GSUSA $15 Girl Scout membership fee is non-refundable.

Note: for programs sponsored with community partners, refund policies mayvary. Please email [email protected] with any questions.

PAY M E N T S W I T H C O O K I E D O U G H A N D G I F T C A R D SAt this time, we are unable to process Cookie Dough and gift cards as apayment type for online registrations. All Cookie Dough and gift card paymentsmust be made with paper registrations. Please indicate the Cookie Dough/giftcard identification number on the registration form. If you have alreadyregistered and paid in full online, then please mail a photocopy of the back of your Cookie Dough or gift card to the Raleigh Service Center with a notegiving the order number and participant’s name. You will be refunded for anyoverpayment.

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At the EventA D U LT S U P E R V I S I O N R E Q U I R E M E N T SA minimum of two adults must accompany every troop to a program eventunless otherwise stated in the event description. Please consult the guidelinesin Safety Activity Checkpoints or Volunteer Essentials for exact ratioinformation. Our primary goal is to provide quality programming for girls; as aresult, space may not be available for additional adults above the stated ratio.

Financial AssistanceFinancial assistance is available for registered Girl Scouts who wouldotherwise be unable to attend individual program events and camps. Shouldyou have any questions concerning financial aid contact the council help deskat 800.284.4475 or [email protected].

F I N A N C I A L A S S I S TA N C E F O R C O U N C I L - S P O N S O R E D E V E N T SThis assistance is for girls and adults requesting financial assistance forcouncil-sponsored events. For this assistance, you must register for the eventby mail or through C.O.R.E. (Council Online Registration Entry). Requests aredue at the time of registration. You will be notified of the status of yourregistration and financial assistance request via email.

I F R E G I S T E R I N G O N L I N E V I A C . O . R . E :• Follow the registration process found on page 4.• Complete the online financial assistance form found under Program

Resources on Website.• Registration fees must be paid in full at the time of registration.• If assistance has been awarded, a credit will be applied back to the credit

card used to place the order.

I F R E G I S T E R I N G B Y M A I L , P L E A S E M A I L T H E F O L L O W I N GT O T H E R A L E I G H S E R V I C E C E N T E R :• Individual financial assistance request form (PG310).• Event registration and roster form (TP710 or TP711).• Event deposit ($5 per person per event or one-third of the event fee,

whichever is greater).• Receipt of registration and financial assistance requests do not guarantee

your placement in the event.

I N D I V I D U A L W I D E R O P P O R T U N I T Y G R A N T SThis confidential financial assistance is based on personal informationestablishing the applicant’s need. The basic guideline is up to one-third of thecost of the event fee and transportation. Before an individual’s request can beprocessed, the event/trip must first be granted Wider Opportunity Status,requested by the Troop/group. Status and financial assistance is granted by acommittee of volunteer and staff representatives. Applicants must participatein the Cookie Program for that year and demonstrate a need for assistance.Applications for Wider Opportunity status and funding are due on the first ofevery month. It is recommended to submit an application for Wider OpportunityStatus three to six months in advance of the trip date. Applications and a listingof committee meeting dates can be found on our website athttps://www.nccoastalpines.org/programs/forms-resources.

stay connected!facebook.com/girlscoutsnccoastalpines

twitter.com/girlscoutsnccppinterest.com/nccoastalpinesWaste of time is the worst of waste. We can never

get those moments back again. – from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook

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Cookie Sale Program

C H A N G E T H E W O R L D !

Girls learn many life skills and earn proceeds for their troop by participating in the cookie sale. Focusing on the 5 Skills for Girls, thecookie sale is designed to help girls grow into leaders of courage, confidence, and character, as well as learn valuable life skillsthat they can apply to their everyday lives: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics.

All Girl Scout troops earn proceeds for participating in the Cookie Sale Program, which can be used to carry out the variousactivities girls take part in throughout the year. Troops that sell an average of 170 boxes or more per girl are also eligible for abonus on top of the proceeds they earn, providing they meet all other stated criteria. In 2013, the average troop earned more than$1,200 in proceeds.

Participating girls are also eligible to earn Superstar Destinations. This awesome programcontinues to be wildly popular. In 2013, more than 1,200 girls qualified for SuperstarDestinations and Cookie Dough. Girls who qualify can earn free admission tickets toplaces like Carowinds, Busch Gardens, Great Wolf Lodge, movie theaters, skating centers,and bowling centers. Girls can also earn Cookie Dough—which can be used to pay for GirlScout camp, purchases in the council shops, and council sponsored events, and nationaland international GSUSA destinations. Check our website for up to date Cookie Programinformation!

I M P O R TA N T D AT E SJanuary 3 Cookie Sale Program startsJanuary 13-18 Initial orders are deliveredMarch 5 Cookie Sale Program endsMarch 15 Final reports and payments due from troops

LIFE SKILLS

Girl Scout Voices SurveyThe Girl Scout Voices Survey evaluation system is ongoing and open to volunteers and girls of all ages. The system was created to evaluate how our Girl Scout program benefits girls and measures our 15 national outcomes. Allsurveys are age-appropriate and interactive, and all feedback is anonymous. The feedback received from completed surveyswill help us understand whether girls are enjoying program activities, and determine if girls understand new materialspresented to them. Everyone is encouraged to complete the registration survey at www.girlscoutvoices.org to become part of the evaluation panel. Once you are registered in the panel, the council can send surveys to you via email to completethroughout the year. Girls under the age of 13 will need their parents to register them and give consent. Prizes will be awardedperiodically for registering and completing the surveys.

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American Red Cross BabysittingLearn the ABC's of becoming a safe and responsible babysitter. Participantslearn about accident prevention, emergency response, and general childand infant care. Girl Scouts who are age 11 or older by the class sessionmay participate in this full day training offered by certified instructors withthe American Red Cross. Girl Scout troops registering for this training musthave a leader or parent attend the session and must register as a troop.Individually registered girls must attend with an adult. Select ONE session.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorsfee $35 per girl, $0 per adult

Individual/Troop

when January 11, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.where Raleigh Service Center, Wake

registration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18Closing December 30

when February 15, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.where Fayetteville Service Center, Cumberland

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15Closing February 10

when March 1, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.where St Thomas More, Orange


when April 13, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.where Goldsboro Service Center, Wayne

registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19Closing March 31

when May 3, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.where St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church,

New Hanoverregistration Mailing March 12 / Opening March 19 / Closing April 21

First Aid and CPR Workshop for Teen GirlsWould you like to be prepared to help and be knowledgeable about first aidand CPR? If so, then this workshop is for you. After successfullyparticipating in the workshop, you’ll earn your first aid and CPR certification.This workshop is recommended for participants who have completed theAmerican Red Cross Babysitting Course. Select ONE session.


Individual/Troop

when January 25, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.where Camp Hardee, Beaufort

registration Mail NOW / Opening NOW / Closing January 9

when May 4, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. where Goldsboro Service Center, Wayne

registration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19 / Closing April 28

American Red Cross Babysitting, First Aidand CPR OvernighterYou will learn to be prepared to help and be knowledgeable about first aidand CPR with your Girl Scout pals at this overnight training. Learn the ABC’sof becoming a safe and responsible babysitter and you’ll earn your first aidand CPR certification too! Participants learn about accident prevention,emergency response, and general child and infant care. Meals and snacksincluded.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen March 21 – 22, 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

where Camp Hardee, Beaufort fee $50 per girl, $5 per adult

registration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18Closing March 4Individual/Troop

Scrumptious snacks, treats and meals for every occasion! Visitforgirls.girlscouts.org/recipes for more creative food ideas!

A Girl Scout is a FRIEND to all, and a SISTER to every other Girl Scout. – from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook

Healthy Concession StandHere’s a fun way to serve “spiffed up” popcorn that’s also lowin sodium and transfat and higher in nutritional value: Trythese toppings or experiment with your own!• Lemon-pepper: Use half the amount of melted butter or

margarine you would normally use, and mix with fresh lemonjuice. Cut your salt use in half, too, and add fresh groundpepper.

• Parmesan-herb: Replace half the amount of melted butter ormargarine you would normally use with grated Parmesan orRomano cheese. Replace more than half the salt with driedItalian herbs such as oregano and basil.

• Sesame-tamari: Replace all of the melted butter or margarineand all of the salt with a few drops of sesame oil and a fewdrops of tamari, mixed to taste. Place toasted sesame seedsin a pepper grinder and grind liberally on top of the popcorn.

Another concession option: a mix of roasted peanuts, roastedpumpkin seeds, raisins, dried cranberries, and granola. Serve insmall cups as guests arrive, or after a project presentation.

Power Sandwich

Ingredients:• 2 tablespoons nut butter (aim for

almond because it’s one of themost healthful nuts)

• 1 banana, sliced• 1 slice whole-grain bread• 1 tablespoon granolaInstructions:• Toast bread. • Spread with nut butter and top

with sliced bananas and a sprinkling of granola.

• Makes 1 serving.

Find-Your-PassionSmoothie

Ingredients:• 2 cups passion fruit juice• 1 cup low-fat yogurt, vanilla

or plain• ½ cup ice cubes• dash of cinnamon

Instructions:• Place all ingredients in

blender. Blend until smoothand enjoy!

• Makes 4 large or 8 smallsmoothies.

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Night Owl OvernighterStay up late where the stars always shine bright and earn the Girl Scout“Night Owl” Cadette Badge watching the night sky with telescopes. Meet anastronomer, make light-up accessories, and watch a show in the full dometheater. With these activities plus dinner, a campfire snack and breakfast,this event is sure to be a real HOOT!

who Girl Scout Cadetteswhen January 17–18, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.

where Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Orangefee $52 per girl, $26 per adult

registration Mail NOW / Opening NOW / Closing December 30Troop

Engineer It!Join women engineers and students to get a hands-on look into the vastworld of engineering. In small groups, you will learn about the designprocess, do hands-on activities from different engineering fields, anddiscover what it takes to be an engineer! Individually registered girls mustattend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes when March 1, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

where NC State University, Wakefee $10 per girl, $5 per adult

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15Closing February 10Individual/Troop

Seashore ExplorationLearn the ins and outs of salt marsh exploration and the countless relatedcareers you can explore. Spend a day at the Fort Fisher Aquariumparticipating in sand painting, an exclusive behind the scenes tour, rockyoutcrop exploration and much more. Please bring a bag lunch. Individuallyregistered girls must attend with an adult. Select ONE session.

who Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadorswhere Fort Fisher, New Hanover

fee $20 per girl, $7 per adultIndividual/Troop

when March 1, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15

Closing February 17

when April 5, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19

Closing March 24

Digital Movie MakerSpend a day scripting, acting, filming, and editing at Discovery Tech!Impress your friends and family when you create your own short video whileearning the Digital Movie Maker badge from the It’s Your World—Change It! Journey series. Select ONE session.

who Girl Scout Cadetteswhere Discovery Tech, Wake

fee $20 per girl, $0 per adult

when March 8sessions 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15

Closing February 17Troop

when April 26sessions 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19 / Closing April 7

Troop

Aurora FossilDiscover the prehistoric man, ocean life 15 million years ago, and geologicalformations. The museum boasts a large collection of fossils from the nearbyPCS phosphate mine and allows visitors to see fossilized bones, teeth, shells,and coral. Bring your buckets and digging tools to search for fossils.Consider using Camp Hardee as your base for a weekend of fun. Select ONEsession. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult.

who All Girl Scoutswhen March 15

sessions 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

where Aurora Fossil Museum, Beaufortfee $3 per girl, $3 per adult


The Sky’s the Limit!Explore the night sky and deep space in a planetarium, launch your ownrockets, and decorate the sky as you work toward the Sky badge!Individually registered girls must attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Seniorswhen March 22, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

where Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, Orangefee $22 per girl, $6 per adult

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15 / Closing March 3Individual/Troop

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Girls like STEM!74% of teen girls are interested in STEM.


Big Explosions, Strong Gravity!What happens to a star at the end of its life? What’s on tap for our own sun?What really happens during a supernova explosion? Come discover whatstars are made of, what happens when they get “old,” and other cool cosmicfacts about these fascinating phenomena. After dark, share in some stargazing and take a unique night hike!

who Girl Scout Cadetteswhen April 26-27, 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnstonfee $20 per girl, $10 per adult

registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19Closing March 24Troop

Good Earth AdventuresEver wanted to meet environmental specialists? Nature artists,photographers, wildlife habitat and preservation specialists, andenvironmental educators will be there to help you discover new andexciting things. You will help build something for our camp properties orhelp the Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Center build cages, and get tobe a part of our Rain Garden Project we are doing with a grant fromDuke Energy Foundation. You will have the opportunity to sample partsof the It’s Your Planet—Love It! Journey series during this adventure.Troops/girls will be placed in groups with other troops the same age.We will provide your lunch for the day. Individually registered girls mustattend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen April 26, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.


registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19 / Closing April 14Individual/Troop

MarineQuestJoin the MarineQuest staff for a day of exploring the marine habitats ofcoastal Wilmington, and participate in lab experiments at the University ofNorth Carolina–Wilmington Center for Marine Science. Learn about thevariety of careers involved in marine science, examine sands from aroundNorth America, and discover how to get fresh water from sea water. In theafternoon, head out to explore the coastal forest, the intertidal rocky outcrop,and the salt marsh. Fee includes lunch. Individually registered girls mustattend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadorswhen May 17, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

where UNC–Wilmington Center for Marine Science, New Hanover

fee $35 per girl, $15 per adultregistration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19 / Closing April 30

Individual/Troop

it2 Girl Advisory Team – Inspire Today, Inspire TomorrowCheck this out! The it2 Girl Advisory Team (inspire today, inspire tomorrow.) provides girls in our council an opportunity to share their voice.

How cool is this? If you are a girl between the ages of 14 and 18,you have an opportunity to be a part of this team.

Is this for me? If you are looking for a leadership opportunity; areinterested in representing Girl Scouting in your community,council, and nationally; want to lead Girl Scouts in the rightdirection; and can work hard and play hard, then this is for you!

What will we do? Attend it2 meetings, give input on Girl Scoutingand girl issues at large, provide input on council programming andpublications, represent Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pinesat meetings and conferences, and have fun while doing it!

How to apply? Download and complete an application form atwww.nccoastalpines.org, or call the Girl Scouts – North CarolinaCoastal Pines Corporate Office to get a copy. Applications are dueDecember 13, 2013. We will be selecting girls from around thecouncil for the it2 team. The selection process will take place inJanuary.Age requirements: Registered Girl Scouts ages 14–18.Term: One-year commitment.Responsibilities: Work as a team, attend meetings, providefeedback in an ongoing and timely manner, and know what isgoing on with girls from your community and council (after all,you are representing them!).

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Create a Mural! Murals are agreat way to tell stories! Andin the process, you canexpress yourself, educateand inspire others, and boost

confidence. Team up with your Girl Scout sisters to create a mural thatshares a story about an important issue. Here’s how:1. Draft a storyboard! – Jot down notes and sketch potential images for your

story.2. Tell your story on canvas! – Start with pencil or chalk, then, once you

decide your story is ready, add color with markers or paint.3. Share with others! – Unveil the mural at a community center, at school

during lunchtime, or at a place of worship after a service, which will giveyou a chance to discuss with the public the meaning and creative processbehind your work.

When you have the opportunity to express yourself in a way that engages members of your community, you’ll gain confidence and feel empowered to continue to make positive changes in the world!

Climbing the Alpine Tower“Exhilarating” is one way to describe the feeling you get when climbing theAlpine Tower! Girls will work with their group as they challenge themselvesto climb their way to the top. The Alpine Tower is a challenge-by-choiceexperience, so girls ultimately decide how high they’ll go. Individuallyregistered girls must have an adult present. Please bring a bag lunch. Adultswill not climb during this event. Select ONE session.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadorswhere Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston


when March 15, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15

Closing March 3

when April 19, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19

Closing April 7

when May 10, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.registration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19

Closing April 28

Stress Less!Winter break is over and for some, exams are right around the corner. Comerelax with us while trying out simple stress management techniques likeyoga. Get tips on time management, learn how to cope with those dreadeddeadlines, and find out what you can do to turn stress into success!Individually registered girls must attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors when January 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

where Poe Health Center, Wakefee $13 per girl, $7 per adult

registration Mail NOW / Opening NOW / Closing January 6Individual/Troop

Duke University Dance DaySpend the afternoon with the Dancing Blue Devils of Duke University! Thisfun and interactive dance workshop will help girls learn the techniques,choreography, and spirit that make the Dancing Blue Devils the fifth-rankeddance team in the nation. Individually registered girls must attend with anadult.

who All Girl Scoutswhen February 1, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

where Duke University – Brodie Gym, Durhamfee $13 per girl, $0 per adult

registration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18Closing January 20Individual/Troop

Canoe Adventures on Lake Crabtree Explore Lake Crabtree County Park from the water! Learn the parts of acanoe, safe paddling, and more. Practice your new skills as you search foreagles, herons, beavers and other animals that call Lake Crabtree home.Lead instructor is ACA certified. Trained staff will be supervising this activityand adults are welcome to visit the park during the session. Individuallyregistered girls must attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadorswhen April 6, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

where Lake Crabtree County Park, Wake fee $10 per girl

registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19Closing March 24Individual

Sunset Canoe on Lake CrabtreeWatch the sun set as you explore Lake Crabtree County Park from the water!Learn the parts of a canoe, safe paddling, and more. Practice your new skillsas you search for eagles, herons, beavers and other animals that call LakeCrabtree home. Lead instructor is ACA certified. Trained staff will besupervising this activity and adults are welcome to visit the park during thesession. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadorswhen April 25, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

where Lake Crabtree County Park, Wake fee $10 per girl

registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19Closing April 14Individual

SPORTS + HEALTH + FITNESS

250 MILE DIETAre you ready for the "250 mile diet" challenge! Spend a week eating only foodproduced within 250 miles of your home. Find out where the food was produced,how it was produced and how it impacts “your backyard.” How does eating a local diet affect food choices? What if you lived in a different part of the world?

To make yourself strong and healthy itis necessary to begin with your inside.

– from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook


CULTURE + THE ARTS

Ladies of the Round TableJoin the Knights from European Medieval Arts of Arms in a fun,hands-on workshop where girls will learn about the Renaissancetime period. Learn about sword fighting as well as how people

lived during the 1300 – 1500s. Girls will earn the North CarolinaRenaissance Faire patch at this event. Individually registered girls

must attend with an adult. Please bring a bag lunch for this event.who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors

when February 1, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston

fee $15 per girl, $5 per adultregistration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18

Closing January 13Individual/Troop

Les MisérablesThis powerful, timeless musical classic returns to the stage with amazingsongs that will have you singing in your seats. Fresh off its recent filmadaptation, audiences are falling for this heart-wrenching love story allover again! While this is a family event, the show is not intended foryounger audiences. Individually registered girls must attend with anadult. Select ONE show.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors and their families

when February 15, 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.February 16, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

where Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts Center, Wake

fee $24 per girl, $24 per adultregistration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18

Closing January 13Individual/Troop

Wilmington Youth OrchestraSpend an afternoon swaying to the sounds of the talented WilmingtonYouth Orchestra. After the performance, you and your Girl Scout friendswill enjoy a special Q&A session with the Youth Orchestra’s conductor.Event fees include Girl Scout exclusive session with the conductor and afun patch for all registered girls. Individually registered girls must attendwith an adult. Select ONE session.

who Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes where UNC – Wilmington Kenan Auditorium,

New Hanoverfee $3 per girl, $2 per adult

when March 16, 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15

Closing March 3Individual/Troop

when April 27, 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19

Closing April 14Individual/Troop

Girl RisingDiscover how one girl’s courage can change the world through watchinga new inspirational film called “Girl Rising.” Discuss real-life issues andsituations impacting the world and how you can support fellow girls. Takeaction by participating in a group service project making an impact in thelives of girls outside of your community. Refreshments will be provided.Individually registered girls must attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Cadettes (3rd Year), Seniors and Ambassadors

fee $5 per girl, $0 per adultwhen February 22, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

where Hargraves Community Center, Orange registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19

Closing March 10Individual/Troop

The Wizard of Oz“We’re off to see…” the most magical adventure of them all! AndrewLloyd Webber’s new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchantingadaptation of the all-time classic. Click your heels together and joinScarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journeythrough the magical Land of Oz. Join us for an exclusive Girl Scoutsbehind-the-scenes Q&A before the show! Patch included.

who All Girl Scoutswhen April 12, 12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

where Durham Performing Arts Center, Durhamfee $35 per girl, $35 per adult

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15Closing March 24Individual/Troop

Get Focused!A picture can be worth a thousand words, so what will your picture say?Come and learn what it takes to get a great shot. Learn tips andtechniques from experts. So grab your camera and get focused! Bring acamera if you have one, but it is not required. Individually registered girlsmust attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen April 12, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

where ASAP Photo & Camera, Pittfee $25 per girl, $0 per adult


Green JewelsEver wondered how you can reuse a plastic water bottle or what you cando with that old T-shirt? Come learn how to turn “trash” into treasure.Participants will leave with their very own masterpiece. Individuallyregistered girls must attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen April 12, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

where First Presbyterian Church Kinston, Lenoir fee $7 per girl, $7 per adult


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Winter Teen JamSpend the night chillin’ out at camp, making crafts and watching movies. Youwill have a blast de-stressing with your favorite Girl Scout friends. Enjoy alittle taste of how camp can transform into a spa! Fee includes dinner,snacks, breakfast, and program materials.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen January 31 – February 1, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 a.m.

where Camp Kirkwood, Pender fee $15 per girl, $15 per adult

registration Mail NOW / Opening NOW / Closing January 13Individual/Troop

Girls Fishing on the Fly SeriesLove being outdoors? Want to learn more about Fly Fishing? Come join us inan adventure while you learn to cast, tie flies, and even learn about theenvirnoment in which this all takes place. We will learn from experts in the field about fish anatomy, water quality, soil erosion, and about how you can play a part in keeping our natural envirnoment in tact for the future. You will get to practice casting each session and then try your new skills at the Eno River!

who Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadorswhen March 2, 16 & 30, April 13 & 27, and

May 4, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. where Lake Crabtree County Park, Wake

Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston (one session) Eno River State Park, Durham (one session)

fee $80 per girl borrowing our equipment, $180 per girl and get a rod and reel to keep

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15Closing February 10Troop

Safari AdventureGet in the jungle spirit with an expedition to camp to paddle a canoe, take aimat archery, roast S’mores over a campfire, and play team building games.Bring a safari or animal outfit to get your jungle boogie on at the dance party.All adults attending must be registered members and successfully complete abackground check prior to the weekend. Troops may share cabins or platformtents. Please follow the camping Safety Activity Checkpoints for adult-to-girlratios for this event. Select ONE session.

who All Girl Scoutsfee $30 per girl, $30 per adult

when March 21 – 23, 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15 / Closing March 3Troop

when April 25 – 27, 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.where Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond

registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19Closing April 14Troop

NC SPARKLE Day! at Carvers CreekJoin us for a special day in the park and become a “North Carolina StatePARK Lady Explorer.” The fun day includes educational hikes, games, andcrafts focused on subjects that make each state park special. Each SPARKLEday at each park is different, so if you’ve been to a SPARKLE day before,come again for a new fun day! Individually registered girls must attend withan adult. Select ONE session.

who Girl Scout Cadetteswhere Carvers Creek State Park, Cumberland


when May 3, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.registration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19 / Closing April 14

when May 24, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.registration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19 / Closing May 5

Fun in the Sun at CampBring your troop and join in the fun! We will be canoeing, swimming, makinga craft, and exploring many of the great activities camp has to offer. Bringsome SWAPS to share, and meet other girls from our council. Dinner will bea potluck affair, so bring something to share. We will provide the hot dogs,burgers, and lemonade. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult. Select ONE session.

who All Girl Scoutswhere Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston


when May 17, 12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.registration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19 / Closing May 5

when May 18, 12:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.registration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19 / Closing May 5

Spring Teen RetreatSpend the night enjoying the serenity of camp, making crafts, de-stressing,painting your nails, and doing morning yoga. It is guaranteed that you willleave feeling relaxed and rejuvinated! Fee includes dinner, snacks,breakfast, and program materials. Individually registered girls must attendwith an adult. All adults attending must be registered members andsuccessfully complete a criminal background check prior to the weekend.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen March 28 – 29, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 a.m.

where Camp Hardee, Beaufort fee $15 per girl, $15 per adult

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15Closing March 10Individual/Troop

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OUTDOORS + ROAD TRIPS

Fresh air is your great friend. – from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook


Dolphin and Dune Adventure Experience our coast like never before. Take an excursion to Shackleford Banks, one of themost fascinating islands on the East Coast. Over 120 wild horses roam the isolated shores ofthis deserted island. Girls will get to pull nets in a tidal flat, hike across the island, encounterdolphins and bank ponies, discover the wonders of remote beaches where they collectshells and learn about sea turtles. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult.

who Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen April 26, 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

where Continental Shelf Boat, Carteretfee $23 per girl, $23 per adult

registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19 / Closing April 7Individual/Troop

CAMP OPEN HOUSEWhether you are already registered and want to check out things at camp beforeyour session, or you just want to see what attending camp is like, now is the timeto get ready for summer camp! Bring your family and a picnic lunch to enjoy onthe property and come explore our tents, cabins, special features, and more. Staffwill be on hand to answer your questions and help you choose the session that isright for you. Individually registered girls must attend with an adult.

at Camp Hardee who All Girl Scouts

when March 9, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Camp Hardee, Beaufort

fee $0 per girl, $0 per adultregistration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15 / Closing February 24

Individual/Troop

at Camp Mary Atkinson who All Girl Scouts

when March 16, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston

fee $0 per girl, $0 per adultregistration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15 / March 3

Individual/Troop

at Camp Graham who All Girl Scouts

when March 23, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Camp Graham, Vance

fee $0 per girl, $0 per adultregistration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15 / Closing March 10

Individual/Troop

D AY C A M PDay camp offers all girls an exciting and eventful week full of fun in a structuredand supervised setting. Our day camps provide a variety of experiences for girls toexplore, try new things, and meet new friends in a positive all-girl environment.You may discover science, art, and drama – as well as learn camping skills andenvironmental preservation. You may also learn thrilling new sports and gameswhile improving current skills in sports you already love. You can serve as aProgram Aide, making a lasting impact on younger girls as you explore a variety oftopics together.

Last summer, more than 1,300 girls participated in 15 local day camps throughoutGirl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines. If you are interested in attending daycamp this summer, please call your membership director or visit our website tofind a day camp near you.

C A M P I N G O P P O R T U N I T I E SGirl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines offers various types oforganized camping opportunities: day camp, troop/group camp, andsummer resident camp. Watch for troop/group camp information in thefall and day camp information in the spring. Our Summer Fun Guide,with information on summer resident camp programs, will be sent to allregistered Girl Scouts at the start of 2014. If you have not receivedyour camp guide by mid-February, call 800.284.4475.

G R O U P / T R O O P C A M PSpend time exploring one of our lovely resident camps with yourfriends while participating in swimming, archery, canoeing and muchmore! Week-long and mini-sessions are designed for a group of girlsand adults to attend resident camp as a unit. Stay for a week-longsession, arriving Sunday afternoon and leaving Friday afternoon. For amini-session, spend three days at camp having a great time. For more information about camping troop/group, please contact the Senior Camp Director at 800.284.4475.

S U M M E R R E S I D E N T C A M PAt resident camp, Girl Scouts make new friends as they swim, hike, sing songs, make crafts, roast S’mores, play games, canoe, dance,tie dye t-shirts, make new friends, and more. Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines has three beautiful resident camps which offer a wide variety of programs:• Camp Graham is located on Kerr Lake in Vance County and offers

swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, sports, archery, offsitehorseback riding, and crafts for organized troops/groups andindividual campers.

• Camp Hardee is just southeast of Washington on the south side of thePamlico River and consists of 95 acres with river frontage, woodlands,and open space. Individual campers enjoy archery, crafts, swimmingin the pool, canoeing, sailing, and kayaking, and more.

• Camp Mary Atkinson is in the heart of Johnston County and offersoutdoor-living skills, the challenge-by-choice Alpine Tower, canoeing,swimming in our zero-entry pool, horseback riding, archery, sports,drama, and crafts for individual girls.

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LiA WebinarKeep in the Girl Scout tradition of older girls helping younger girls by earninga LiA award or two! Cadettes can earn a Leader in Action (LiA) award byassisting a Brownie group with any of the leadership journeys. Thisworkshop will give you the tools and skills you need to help your Browniesisters along their journey while completing your LiA requirements.

who Girl Scout Cadetteswhen February 1, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

where Live webinarfee $10 per girl, $0 per adult

registration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18Closing January 13Individual/Troop

Program Aide Core TrainingDo you enjoy working with younger girls? Being a trained Program Aide(a.k.a. “PA”) will provide you with the opportunity to work with younger girltroops and at service unit events, council sponsored events, and day camps.An adult volunteer supervises you as you develop your leadership skills andexplore the wonderful world of working with younger girls. Training includesGirl Scout foundations of the Promise and Law, girl characteristics, conflictresolution, problem solving, and teaching methods. PA Core classes requireonline prerequisite work. An adult from each registered troop is needed tosupport this training. Select ONE session.

who Girl Scout Cadettesfee $10 per girl, $0 per adult

Individual/Troop

when January 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston

registration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18Closing January 6

when February 22, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.where The United Way of Pitt County, Pitt


when March 30, 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.where Camp Graham, Vance

registration Mail February 12 /Opening February 19Closing March 24

when April 26 , 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.where Fayetteville Service Center, Cumberland


when May 3, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston


when May 10, 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.where St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, New Hanover


Program Aide Specialty TrainingsYou have completed the Program Aide Core Training … now what? You nowhave the opportunity to further develop your skills and discover how to adaptlearning experiences to varying grade levels through participation inProgram Aide Specialty Trainings.

Program Aide Specialty Training: Arts &Crafts, Songs and CeremoniesDo you like to lead songs, plan ceremonies, and teach arts and crafts? Youcan now specialize in these areas by attending this specialty training. Uponcompletion of this workshop, you will receive three specialty patches fromthe above areas. Program Aide Core Training is a prerequisite. Select ONEsession.


Individual/Troop

when January 18, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Raleigh Service Center, Wake


when February 22, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where The United Way of Pitt County, Pitt


when May 3, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston


Program Aide Specialty Training: Science,Sports and GamesYou can now specialize in the areas of science, sports, and games byattending a PA Specialty Training. Discover science kits, exploresportsmanship, and learn about being a successful game leader. Uponcompletion of this workshop you will receive three specialty trainingpatches. Program Aide Core Training is a prerequisite. Select ONE session.


Individual/Troop

when January 11, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Camp Mary Atkinson, Johnston

registration Mail December 11 / Opening December 18Closing December 30

when May 10, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, New Hanover


LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES


Program Aide Speciality: Event PlanningDo you enjoy planning activities and events for others? Would you like toserve as a coordinator for an event for younger girls? Perhaps you can helpplan your Girl Scout Brownie Fun Day or Camporee. In addition to workingwith a trained adult event director, you can learn the steps required to planand implement a successful event. Program Aide Core Training is aprerequisite. Select ONE session.


Individual/Troop

when January 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.where Raleigh Service Center, Wake


when April 26, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Fayetteville Service Center, Cumberland


when May 10, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.where St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, New Hanover


Program Aide Specialty: Outdoor SkillsDo you love camping and being outdoors? If you’d like to brush up on youroutdoor skills such as compass use, fire building and outdoor cooking, thenthis session is for you! Come learn some outdoor skills so you can sharethem with younger girls. Fee includes meals. Program Aide Core Training is aprerequisite. Adults will not obtain Outdoor Certification through this event.All adults attending must be registered members and successfully completea criminal background check prior to the weekend.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen March 8 – 9, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m

where Camp Mu-Sha-Ni, Richmond fee $15 per girl, $5 per adult


Program Aide Specialty: High Ropes Have you been challenged by the Alpine Tower? Spend a morning at CampMary Atkinson and learn how to belay at the Alpine Tower. Learn figure-eightknots and safety issues. Once belay training is completed, you will be invitedto belay at various tower events throughout the year. This session is for girlsages 14–17 who have completed Program Aide Core Training.

who Girl Scout Cadetteswhen March 8, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.



It’s a Girl’s World: Leadership ExpoDo you want to be a voice in your local community? This day-longconference will give you the tools you need to take charge and make adifference in your own backyard! Through interactive workshops and guestspeakers, you will discover issues that affect your local area, connect withfellow Girl Scouts and make a plan to take action. Workshops will includeaspects from the It’s Your World, Change It! Journey series.

who Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadorswhen March 15, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

where William Peace University, Wake fee $20 per girl, $10 per adult

registration Mail January 8 / Opening January 15 / Closing March 3Individual/Troop

Volunteer Essentials for Teens – VIT AwardAre you a Senior or Ambassador who is interested in working with youngergirls outside of the camp experience? Then the Volunteer-in-Training (a.k.a.VIT) Award is for you! Girls who complete the VIT training will gain theconfidence, knowledge and expertise needed to hold future leadershippositions within and outside of Girl Scouting. Through a series of in-personand virtual sessions, you will learn tools and skills you will need to create athoughtful journey project for younger girls as well as the various roles adultvolunteers play in Girl Scouting.


when April 5, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.where Raleigh Service Center, Wake

registration Mail February 12 / Opening February 19Closing March 25Individual/Troop

To get on in the world, togive anything and getanything out of it, each girlhas to do her part. – from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook

When mean girls want you to join in some low fun, when you think it is not right… be brave and havecourage to say it isn’t right. You will feel twice as happy afterwards. – from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook

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The Golden Eagle of Merit, the highest award in Girl Scouting from 1916 to1919, marked the beginning of a long tradition of using prestigious awards to recognize girls who make a difference in their communities and in theirown lives. In 1980, Girl Scouts introduced the Girl Scout Gold Award (for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors) as its highest honor, along with the Girl Scout Silver Award (Girl Scout Cadettes). Today these two awards arethe highest of the Girl Scout experience.

G I R L S C O U T S I LV E R A W A R DGoing for the Girl Scout Silver Award gives a Girl Scouts Cadette the chanceto show that she is a leader who is organized, determined, and dedicated toimproving her community. Earning the award puts girls among anexceptional group who have used their knowledge and leadership skills tomake a difference in the world.

Step one to earn your Girl Scout Silver Award is to go on a Girl Scout CadetteJourney. Once you complete your Journey, the suggested minimum time forearning your Girl Scout Silver Award is 50 hours. You can start by planningthe time in parts, dividing it up by the steps. As a Girl Scout, you arecommitted to doing your very best with each step, but how much time perstep is different for every Girl Scout, so the hours aren’t a rule. Remember,too, that the hours include the fun and challenges you’ll share with yourSilver Award team. Each step you take toward making a difference in theworld around you gives you a great chance to learn and grow, and that willmake your award project an amazing one!

G I R L S C O U T G O L D A W A R DThe Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest and most prestigious award thatGirl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors can earn. A girl earning the Girl ScoutGold Award will be joining the ranks of generations of young women whohave made a difference in their communities both locally and globally. TheGirl Scout Gold Award follows the Standards of Excellence and challengesyou to develop yourself as a leader, achieve the Girl Scout LeadershipOutcomes, and make a mark on your community that creates a lastingimpact on the lives of others.

Fulfilling the requirements for the Girl Scout Gold Award starts with thecompletion of two Girl Scout Senior or Ambassador Journeys, or havingearned the Silver Award and completing one Senior or Ambassador Journey.Each Journey you complete gives you the skills you need to plan andimplement your Take Action project.

After you have fulfilled the Journey(s) requirement, 80 hours is the suggestedminimum hours for the steps: identifying an issue, investigating it thoroughly,getting help and building a team, creating a plan, presenting your plan,gathering feedback, taking action, and educating and inspiring others. Thesuggested minimum hours are not a rule; they are a guide for you to planyour time in achieving your goal.

G I R L S C O U T S I LV E R A N D G O L D A W A R D P L A N S & F I N A L R E P O R T S D U E D AT E S

Girl Scout Gold Award WorkshopWant to learn more about the Girl Scout Gold Award? If so, this workshop isa great starting point for girls, advisors, and project advisors. Participantswill learn about the process, requirements, timelines, and paperworkinvolved in striving for this prestigious award. Participants must register inorder to attend.

who Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadorsfee $8 per girl, $0 per adult

Individual/Troop

when January 18, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.where TBD, Pitt




when February 8, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.where First Presbyterian Church, New Hanover


when June 19, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.where Raleigh Service Center, Wake

registration Mail March 12 / Opening March 19Closing June 2

when July 17, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.where Fayetteville Service Center, Cumberland

registration Mail April 9 / Opening April 16 / Closing June 30

AWARDS

January 2, 2014February 3, 2014March 3, 2014

April 1, 2014May 1, 2014June 2, 2014

July 1, 2014August 1, 2014September 1, 2014

GIRL SCOUT GOLD AWARD

Higher Education/ CareerGirl Scout Gold Award recipients ratetheir general success in lifesignificantly higher and report highersuccess in reaching their goals withinmany diverse domains (education,career, and volunteer work).Earning the Girl Scout Gold Awardhelps a girl:• Distinguish herself amongst

competition for college• Gain scholarship opportunities• Enter the military one rank higher

The work of to-day is the history of


Girl Scout Silver Award WorkshopWant to learn more about the Girl Scout Silver Award? If so, thisworkshop is a great starting point for girls, advisors, and projectadvisors. Participants will learn about the process, requirements,timelines, and paperwork involved in striving for this prestigious award.Participants must register in order to attend.


Individual/Troop Registration

when January 18, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.where TBD, Pitt




when February 8, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.where First Presbyterian Church, New Hanover


when July 23, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.where Fayetteville Service Center, Cumberland

registration Mail April 9 / Opening April 16 / Closing June 30

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CommunityGirl Scout Gold Award recipientsreport reaching their goals for political involvement.Earning the Girl Scout GoldAward helps a girl:• Tackle an issue, locally or

globally• Provide a sustainable

solution to the community

• Establish a lifetime network

• Experience and learnmentoring skills

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Earn the highestawards in GirlScouting – an

accomplishment thatlet’s people know you

are a young womancapable of doing greatthings, who’s ready toCHANGE the WORLD.

Scholarships and AwardsJ A N E S . B A R R I N G E R A W A R DGirl Scout Gold Award recipients are eligible to apply for the Jane S. Barringer Award. This award is a $750cash scholarship established to honor Mrs. Barringer, an outstanding teen advisor. A group of her formerGirl Scouts, along with the council, instituted this award in her name to be given to an individual whoembodies the principles and spirit “Mrs. B” works to instill. Applications will be available in January 2014on the Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines website at www.nccoastalpines.org.

Award criteria states that the applicant must:• Be a currently registered Girl Scout in Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines.• Have earned the Girl Scout Gold Award or its equivalent (First Class, Curved Bar, Golden Eagle).• Show evidence of academic and/or professional achievement.• Exhibit how she incorporates the Girl Scout Promise and Law into every aspect of her life.• Have a concrete plan for how the award money will be used to further education or skill development.

M I S T Y C R A B T R E E E A S T H A M M E M O R I A L S C H O L A R S H I PThe Misty Crabtree Eastham Endowment will provide scholarships for Girl Scouts – North Carolina CoastalPines Gold Award recipients to help defray their college costs. Preference will be given to girls who havebeen in foster care or adopted. Girl Scout Gold Award recipients will be able to apply for the scholarshipthrough the council during the 2013–2014 program year. Applications will be available in January 2014.

R E L I G I O U S R E C O G N I T I O N S F O R G I R L SThe religious award programs provide opportunities for girls to reinforce the values you have learned inGirl Scouting, fulfill your promise “to serve God” and explore your own faith. Current programs weredeveloped and are administered by the religious groups themselves. Girls can also earn the national GirlScout religious recognition. The “My Promise, My Faith” pin allows you the opportunity to explore yourown faith within the context of the Girl Scout Law. All of the awards are recognized as official insignia and,as such, may be worn on the Girl Scout uniform.

F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N :• Come to a religious awards workshop (open to girls, troop leaders, and parents) which are held

throughout the year.• Go to the P.R.A.Y. organization’s website to learn current options available for each denomination/faith:

www.praypub.org• Contact the program director at 800.284.4475 ext. 3306.

to-morrow, and we are its makers.– from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook

Every little girl…. goesto make up somepart of parcel of ourgreat whole nation. – from 1940s original Girl Scout handbook

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Council Service Centers & ShopsA.Raleigh Service Center & ShopB.Fayetteville Service Center & ShopC.Goldsboro Service Center & Shop

For shop hours, or to shop online any time, please visit our website at www.nccoastalpines.org.

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P L E A S E R E C Y C L EA Girl Scout uses her resources wisely to make the world a better place! Girl Scouts –

North Carolina Coastal Pines encourages you to recycle this magazine when you have finished using it! The paper is FSC-Certified meeting standards for sustainable forestrypractices. The inks used are vegetable based, so they’re muchfriendlier on the environment.

Girl Scout Women of Achievement STEM Podcast SeriesGirls of all ages can log into the council website, www.nccoastalpines.org,for this podcast series. Hear from professional women in the science,engineering, technology, and mathematics fields—an emergency roomdoctor, an executive at IBM, a patent holder from IBM, the founder of anengineering firm, the founder of a Web production company, twoprofessionals from Cisco Systems. All of these successful women will share with girls what it takes to work in a STEM field and what can be donenow to lay the foundation for a successful career. Dedicate a troop meetingto checking out the podcasts and learning from the experts!

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GET MOVING!Infusing fitness into daily activities is easy—here are some tips andtools to stay healthy:

T O O T H B R U S H W A L L S Q U AT S

Instead of standing over the sink while you’re brushing your teeth, stand against a wall with your legs extended out about two feet from the wall. Slowly bend your knees to slide down the wall until youreach a seated position. Do these every time you brush your teeth—start out holding the squat position for 30 seconds—then work your way up to a minute!

C O M M E R C I A L B R E A K M I N I - W O R K O U T

Next time the ads start during your favorite TV show, instead of fast-forwarding the DVR, get off the couch and try a Star Pass. Start in astanding position with your arms over your head, holding the remotecontrol in between both hands. Bend to your right, lifting your left leg offthe ground so that your body looks like a star. Then repeat to the left.Hold the position on each side for three to five seconds and keepswitching back and forth until the commercial break ends!

PA R K F A R A W AYNext time you hit the mall, try parking in the back. Not only will yousave yourself the time you normally spend circling for a great spot, butyou’ll also burn some extra calories walking to your favorite stores.Whenever you have time to spare and are making a trip to the mall (oranywhere with a parking lot) this helpful trick will help add in a miniworkout. And make sure you are wearing sneakers or flats to protectyour feet!


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6901 Pinecrest RoadRaleigh, NC 27613919.782.3021 or 800.284.4475Fax 919.782.2083

D I R E C T I O N S From I-40 East – Merge onto I-540 toward RDUAirport. Take the Highway 70 East exit. FollowHighway 70 East, four miles east of I-540. Turn leftonto Pinecrest Road, take the second left into theCorporate Office & Raleigh Service Center.

From I-40 West – Take I-440 Outer Beltline toGlenwood Avenue, Highway 70 West. Turn right ontoGlenwood Avenue/Highway 70 and travel west forfour miles. Turn right onto Pinecrest Road; take thesecond left into the Corporate Office & RaleighService Center.

From US 64/US 264 East – Take I-540 west towardRDU Airport. Take the Highway 70 East exit. Follow 70East, four miles east of I-540. Turn left onto PinecrestRoad, take the second left into the Corporate Office &Raleigh Service Center.

From I-95 and US 70 East – Take I-40 West and mergeonto I-440 Outer Beltline to GlenwoodAvenue/Highway 70 West. Turn right onto Glenwood Avenue, Highway 70 and travel west for four

miles. Turn right onto Pinecrest Road; take the second left into the Corporate Office & RaleighService Center.

Goldsboro Service Center108 E. Lockhaven DriveGoldsboro, NC 27534919.734.6231 or 800.284.4475Fax 919.734.9038

D I R E C T I O N SFrom Highway 70 East Bypass – Take the WayneMemorial Hospital exit and go north past Wendy’sto the stoplight. Take a right on Lockhaven Drive(Walgreens is on the corner). The Service Center isthe second building on the right; look for the GirlScout sign.

From I-40 West – Take exit 355 (117 North to Faison);take 117 North to Goldsboro. Follow signs to US 70East. This will put you on the bypass that goesaround Goldsboro. Take the Wayne MemorialHospital exit and go north past Wendy’s to thestoplight. Take a right on Lockhaven Drive(Walgreens is on the corner). The Service Center isthe second building on the right; look for the GirlScout sign.

From US 70 West – Take the Wayne MemorialHospital exit. At the light, turn right. Go north pastWendy’s to the stoplight. Take a right on LockhavenDrive (Walgreens is on the corner). The ServiceCenter is the second building on the right; look for theGirl Scout sign.

Fayetteville Service CenterEutaw Village Plaza894 Elm Street, Suites B & CFayetteville, NC 28303910.778.9063 or 800.284.4475 Fax 877.699.9389

D I R E C T I O N S From I-40 East – Merge onto I-95 South. Travel southto exit 52B for NC 24 toward Fayetteville. Mergeonto NC-24 West. Continue 4.4 miles and turn rightonto Bragg Boulevard. In approximately 2.5 miles,turn right onto Elm Street. Turn right into secondentrance of Eutaw Village shopping plaza. ServiceCenter is first building to the left – Bldg. #894, SuitesB and C.

From NC-87 – Travel southwest to Spring Lake. AtSpring Lake take NC 24/Ft. Bragg Blvd. Take Ft. BraggBlvd. to Elm Street. Turn left into Eutaw Villageshopping plaza. Turn right into second entrance ofEutaw Village. Service Center is first building to theleft – Bldg. #894, Suites B and C.

From NC 210 – Travel south to Spring Lake. At SpringLake take NC 24/Ft. Bragg Blvd. Take Ft. Bragg Blvd.to Elm Street. Turn left into Eutaw Village shoppingplaza. Turn right into second entrance of EutawVillage. Service Center is first building to the left –Bldg. #894, Suites B and C.

From I-95 South –Take Exit 46 toward Fayetteville andmerge onto NC-87N. Continue onto US-401 BusNorth. Take the NC 24/Bragg Blvd. ext. Turn left ontoBragg Blvd. Turn right onto Elm Street. Turn right intosecond entrance of Eutaw Village shopping plaza.Service Center is first building to the left – Bldg. #894,Suites B and C.

1. What skill on this list is most likely to keep you from getting into a life-threatening situation? a. speaking in publicb. being a good swimmerc. killer fashion sense

2. You can’t learn CPR or rescue breathing until you turn 18.a. trueb. false

3. Your friend falls off her bike. She has a helmet and protectivegear on, but she has a scrape and her wrist is bent at a funnyangle. What do you do?a. ask if she is okay, encourage her not to move

and call for helpb. panicc. tell her to shake it off and walk home

4. You’re spending a long day outside in the heat and sun.Which of the following should you pay the most attention to?a. a chance to wear your cute new tank top.

It will keep you cool!b. a mini-fanc. a hat, enough sunscreen and water or other fluids

5. You’re playing soccer in the park with your friends on areally hot day. One girl says she’s dizzy, has leg cramps, andis really tired and nauseated. What could be wrong? a. heat exhaustionb. the fact that she hates soccerc. laziness

6. If someone is choking, they probably will make a lot of noise.a. true b. false

SUMMER SAFETY QUIZYou’re out on a scenic trail, cycling with your Girl Scout sisters, when a friend takes a rough turn and falls off her bike. Maybe she’sfine—just a scraped knee and dusty bike shorts. But would you know what to do if the situation turned sketchy? Being active allsummer has many benefits—and some risks. You don’t have to be scared, but you should always be smart about safety. This quiztests your knowledge of warning signs to watch for and basic first-aid skills that will give you the confidence to deal with a potentialemergency. Know before you go, so your summer fun is safe.

ANSWERS: 1. b - being a good swimmer; 2. b – false; 3. a – ask if she is okay, encourage her not to move and callfor help; 4. c – a hat, enough sunscreen and water or other fluids; 5. a – heat exhaustion; 6. b - false

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