“A BOLD JOURNEY INTO THE FUTURE”

Leader Lift-Off 2008

Saturday, November 8 • Trinity United Methodist Church • 8595 Westmoreland Rd, Whitesboro, NY

9:00 – Check-in/Morning Refreshments • 9:30 – Welcome: Natalie L. Brown, CEO

Please number all sessions in preference order:

Session 1 - 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

___ First-Aid Skills Session

Participants take the skills session for the on-line, blended learning First Aid course.  Participants must complete the online session, print out your verification and bring it to the skills session.  Register for the online class at: www.mohawkvalleyredcross.org/services/bl.html and mention Girl Scouts. There is a fee of $10.00 to American Red Cross for the on-line course.

___ Developing Strong Leaders in Young Women

Every young woman has the potential to become a leader when given the proper tools. In this session, tools and techniques will be shared to help girls become future leaders.

___ Realignment Q and A with Natalie Brown

Here is your chance to hear the latest exciting developments on realignment and have all your questions answered.

___ Guiding the Girl Scout Brownie Journey

An in-depth look at the premier journey for Girl Scout Brownies, “Brownie Quest”. Explore how to work with the Girl Book and Adult Guide. Discover ideas to custom­ize the journey and gain insight into transitioning from existing materials

___ Guiding the Girl Scout Ambassador Journey

An in-depth look at the premier journey for Girl Scout Ambassadors “Your voice, Your World, the Power of Advocacy.” Explore how to work with the Girl Book and Adult Guide. Discover ideas to customize the journey and gain insight into transitioning from existing materials.

Session 2 - 11:10 a.m. 12:10 p.m.

___ CPR Skills Session

This portion is the skills session for CPR. If you only need this portion, you need not sign up for session one.

___ Sit – Upon Success

Sit-Upons are a Girl Scout tradition. While making your own sit-upon, you will also discover a variety of methods for sit-upon success. Please bring two yards of waterproof material and scissors.

___ Guiding the Girl Scout Cadette Journey

An in-depth look at the premier journey for Girl Scout Cadettes, “AMAZE.” Explore how to work with the Girl Book and Adult guide. Discover ideas to customize the journey and gain insight into transitioning from existing materials

___ Developing Strong Leaders in Young Women

Every young woman has the potential to become a leader when given the proper tools. In this session, tools and techniques will be shared to help girls become future leaders.

___ Guiding the Girl Scout Senior Journey

An in-depth look at the premier journey for Girl Scout Seniors, “GIRLtopia.” Explore how to work with the Girl Book and Adult Guide. Discover ideas to customize the journey and gain insight into transitioning from existing materials

12:10 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch Provided

During The Lunch Break: Door Prizes, Drawings, Council Shop, Informational Booths, and Displays.

Sharing of laughs, memories and ideas!!! FUN!!!

Session 3 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

___ Life’s a Journey, Not a Destination

Share the Five Travel Tips for enjoying your life journey. Discuss ways to supplement these tips: have a travel plan, pack light, enjoy the scenery, share the road, and enjoy the company.

___ The Journey to Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards

Focus on the requirements and process of obtaining these earned awards; have your questions answered about helping girls meet these rewarding goals.

___ SWAPS

These traditional exchanges are still the perfect way for Girl Scouts to meet each other and promote friendship. Each one is a memory of a special event or Girl Scout Sister. Join us in discovering what SWAPS are, their history, and the etiquette of SWAPS. Included are great ideas on SWAPS to make and share.

___ Guiding the Girl Scout Junior Journey

An in-depth look at the premier journey for Girl Scout Juniors, “Agent of Change.” Explore how to work with the Girl Book and Adult Guide. Discover ideas to customize the journey and gain insight into transitioning from existing materials.

___ Guiding the Girl Scout Daisy Journey

An in-depth look at the premier journey for Girl Scout Daisies, “Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden.” Explore how to work with the Girl Book and Adult Guide. Dis­cover ideas to customize the journey and gain insight into transitioning from existing materials.

Session 4 - 2:10 p.m. – 3:10 p.m.

___ Scrap Booking Your Journey

Bring 5 – 7 similar themed pictures, personal mementos and scissors. Explore scrap booking techniques and share tips while completing your own fun project.

___ Outdoor Adventures

Come and experience and share great activities for getting outdoors and enjoying and appreciating our natural resources.

___ Want Samoa? 101 things to do with Girl Scout Cookies

Learn Girl Scout cookie recipes while sampling, gain insight into Destination 1000 sales strategies, and try out some Girl Scout cookie crafts. We will also have a little Q and A time.

___ Girl Scout Ceremonies and Traditions

Ceremonies mark special Girl Scout events throughout the year. They can celebrate major transi­tions, commemorate accomplishments, or make the beginning or end of your group’s meeting special. You can also plan a ceremony around a theme that you wish to explore in thought, words, or song. Whatever its purpose, every Girl Scout ceremony enables girls to share in a special part of Girl Scout history and create their own special memories.

3:10 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Closing& Evaluation

Leader Lift-Off Registration Form

Name:___________________________________    Address:_______________________________________________

Telephone:__________________________________                 _______________________________________________________

Are you a new member or introducing a friend to Girl Scouts? Y / N

Please include your $10 Leader Lift-off registration fee and remit to: Girl Scouts – Foothills Council, Inc., 5 Ellinwood Court, New Hartford, NY 13413

Registration deadline: October 31