Introduction

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Outdoor Education

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Edith Macy Center

Outdoor Education: 2011-2012

The following four sessions are Outdoor Certification courses. The courses will give you the training necessary to take your girls places you have always wanted to go. To register for the course, please complete the Event Registration Form on page 45 and submit as instructed.

Archery Certification

WHO: Adults

WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, May 19, 2012, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Camp Todd
WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, September 24, 2012, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Camp Grove Point
COST: $30 per participant. Cost includes GSCB Canoe and Archery Certification Card. Participation does not guarantee certification.

Here, you will learn how to set up and operate a safe, short program, maintain equipment and create fun games for new archers. No previous archery experience is required. Successful completion of the course will result in a GSCB Archery Certification Card. NOTE: You must be physically healthy, and able to lift over 30 pounds. Min.: 5, Max.: 15. Register by filling out the Event Registration Form.
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Zipline Certification

WHO: Adults
WHEN: Saturday, May 19, 2012, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
WHERE: Camp Todd
COST: $5 per participant includes GSCB Zipline Certification Card – Participation does not guarantee certification.
This course is designed to assist students in learning how to use the zipline at Camp Todd. You will receive the basics on the equipment and how it is used. Plus, you will receive training in rescue and safety techniques used when zipping participants. This class will also include a “how to” on teaching a fun zipline program, including debriefing and teambuilding techniques. NOTE: You must be physically healthy to lift over 30lbs. Min.: 5, Max.: 15. Register by filling out the Event Registration Form.

Kayak Certification - Flat Water

WHO: Adults
WHEN: Sunday, May 20, 2012, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
WHERE: Camp Todd
COST: $30 per participant. Our GSCB Kayak Certification Card may be earned.
Participation does not guarantee certification.
This course is designed as a short program emphasizing entry level paddling skills and rescue techniques for individuals desiring an opportunity to take a group out on flat water. You will learn canoe and kayak strokes to effectively navigate on the water. You will also learn and practice rescue techniques that will help you feel confident if in an emergency situation. No previous kayak or canoe experience is required. NOTE: You will be asked to practice rescues that involve you personally climbing in and out of a boat on your own. Min.: 5, Max.: 10.
Register by filling out the Event Registration Form.

Camping Basics

Camping Basics covers all the skills you will need to take your girls on an outdoor trip including: planning, packing, cooking, fire building, care of camp site and equipment, and outdoor program ideas. You must attend all hours scheduled in a particular course or you will not receive credit for taking the course. Directions to the sites will be sent with your confirmation.

COST: $10 per adult. Cost includes training materials. Participants will need to provide all equipment and food (pre-sessions will cover this in more detail).

NOTE: All activities take place rain, snow or shine. Please come prepared for outdoor activities. You will need ponchos for rain, and heavy coats, gloves, and boots for winter courses. Courses in winter will have indoor heated accommodations. There are two Mandatory Pre-Sessions for Camping Basics. Specific methods, locations and dates to be announced. To become Adult Camping Certified, adults must attend both mandatory pre-sessions and the overnight session.Adults, who have previously taken Outdoor Training with a Girl Scout Council, Boy Scouts or another youth serving organization, may submit a camp exemption form in lieu of taking Camping Basics. The exemption form will be reviewed by Council and you will be notified of its acceptability. This exemption form is available online or from Volunteer Services at 800 341-4007 ext. 7174.

Register by filling out the Event Registration Form.
All sessions operate from 8:45 a.m., Saturday to 5 p.m., Sunday.

** This session has been cancelled. Thank you.

NOTE: Smoking at camps is limited to fire circles only. Please do not smoke outside buildings. Adults who have previously taken Outdoor Training with a Girl Scout Council, Boy Scouts, or another youth serving organization, may submit a camp exemption form in lieu of taking Camping Basics.The exemption form will be reviewed at GSCB and you will be notified of its acceptability.

This exemption form is available in written form and online. If you are interested in this option please call the Volunteer Department at 800-341-4007 ext. 7174 or email them at volunteerservices@cbgsc.org.

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