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Ever wonder what it’s like to fend for yourself in the wilderness? During this overnight event, girls will practice skills like knot tying, fire starting, archery, and orienteering. Girls will use these skills in the morning to complete a series of mental and physical challenges throughout camp. What’s the catch? Girls will be completing these challenges while gaining points and avoiding detection from other teams. Game on! Register online.

Date	4/05/2013
Time	6:00 pm -
Grades	6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Cost	$30 for girl members, $10 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp Conestoga, 4415 295th St., New Liberty, IA 52765
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	3/28/2013
Forms	Survivor Conestoga Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals CC Sacagawea Lodge CC Indian Ridge Lodge CC Indian Ridge Cabins GSEIWI Girl Health Form GSEIWI Adult Health Form Confirmation Letter
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Girls are invited to spend the evening learning about stars, planets, solar systems, and viewing the night sky using a high-powered telescope. Register online.

Date	4/05/2013
Time	7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Grades	4, 5
Cost	$7 got girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Palisades-Dows Observatory, 1365 Ivanhoe Rd., Ely, IA 52227
Contact	Diane McAfee / 319-350-3347
Deadline	3/25/2013
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When girls guide and teach others, they act as mentors. Girls will learn about the three keys to leadership, explore how the Girl Scout Leadership Experience relates to their everyday life and become inspired about how to serve as a leader in the world. Cadettes will learn about girl development, how to manage groups, program activities and how to keep girls safe during activities. Cadettes will learn how to take the next step in developing their new Program Aide leadership skills while using their own talents. Pre-requisite: Completed at least one semester of sixth grade.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Grades	6, 7, 8
Cost	$15 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp Conestoga, 4415 295th St., New Liberty, IA 52765
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	3/27/2013
Forms	PA Basic Conestoga Spring Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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This training provides skills and resources to help girls plan an outdoor program, including fire building, cooking, safety planning and progression. Overnight/Troop Readiness is a prerequisite (unless taken on the same day as Camp Skills).

Register online.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	$20
Location	Camp Conestoga, 4415 295th St., New Liberty, IA 52765
Contact	Claudia Reich / adultlearning@girlscoutstoday.org / 800-798-0833
Deadline	3/20/2013
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Come learn how to stay super healthy at Super Girls! Participate in lots of fun, hands-on activities where girls will learn what they can do to be healthy and happy. Register online.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Cost	$2 per girl member. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Ramada & Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, 205 W. 4th St., Waterloo, IA 50701
Contact	Natalie Tuttle / nataliet@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-232-6601
Deadline	4/01/2013
Forms	Super Girls-WTL
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Join us to learn how to get active and stay healthy.  Girls will participate in interactive activities as well as a variety of breakout sessions designed to get girls moving and having fun. Girls will also take home a goody bag full fun items to help them live healthy at home.  Stay after the event for a special public open skate from 11 a.m.- 2.p.m!   Register online.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Cost	$2 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Mystique Community Ice Center, 1800 Admiral Sheehy Drive, Dubuque, IA 52001
Contact	Rachael Olsem / rachaelo@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-583-9169
Deadline	4/01/2013
Forms	Super Girls DBQ Area Flyer
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Date	4/06/2013
Time	10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Set a goal, achieve a goal. This special event is designed to help girls plan their goals and learn to achieve them. Girls will explore downtown Cedar Rapids, get a behind-the-scenes view of several downtown businesses and have fun with other girls. A light breakfast and lunch will be served. Register online.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades	6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Cost	$10 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Armstrong Center Food Court, 210 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Contact	Rachel Fick / rachelf@girlscoutstoday.or / 319-363-8335
Deadline	3/28/2013
Forms	GOAL Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Cadettes will continue their mentor training while learning to teach outdoor skills. Girls will learn how to lead younger girls in an outdoor setting safely. This training is for girls who are interested in becoming a day camp aide and/or a CIT I/CIT II. Pre-requisite: Completed Program Aide Basic Training.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Grades	6, 7, 8
Cost	$5 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp Conestoga, 4415 295th St., New Liberty, IA 52765
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	3/27/2013
Forms	PA Outdoor Conestoga Spring Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Attention! Spend the afternoon completing a series of missions led by United States National Guard soldiers! The girls will make their way through a military obstacle course, work on their target practice skills, get a great work out and hear about careers available in the military field! Plus the girls will go home with their own camouflage T-shirt! Register online.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Cost	$5 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	National Guard Armory, 201 10th Street, Oelwein, IA 50622
Contact	Natalie Tuttle / nataliet@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-232-6601
Deadline	3/21/2013
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This training focuses on the knowledge needed to go beyond the meeting place on longer field trips, and overnight experiences, with emphasis on using camp lodges.

Register online.

Date	4/06/2013
Time	3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	Free
Location	Camp Conestoga, 4415 295th St., New Liberty, IA 52765
Contact	Claudia Reich / adultlearning@girlscoutstoday.org / 800-798-0833
Deadline	3/23/2013
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Courage. Confidence. Character. Earning a Girl Scout High Award allows girls to develop these qualities and put them to use making our world a better place. Those who attend this workshop will practice identifying needs within their community and gain knowledge to earn a Bronze or Silver Award. Register online.

Date	4/09/2013
Time	5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Grades	4, 5, 6, 7, 8, volunteer
Cost	Free
Location	Muscatine Center for Non-Profits, 129 W. Second St., Muscatine, IA 52761
Contact	Julia Ricciardi / juliar@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-752-3639
Deadline	3/28/2013
Forms	Take Action MUS Spring Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Feel good in your own skin, and learn all the best techniques to keep it healthy. During this event, girls will learn about nail, skin and hair care plus get lots of fun tips on healthy living. Prepare to be pampered! During this event, girls will visit the American Hair Academy, to receive mini-make overs, enjoy nutritious snacks and learn more about business-savvy women and careers in cosmetology. Register online.

Date	4/10/2013
Time	2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades	4, 5
Cost	$6 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	American Hair Academy, 910 Avenue G, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Contact	Julia Ricciardi / juliar@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-752-3639
Deadline	3/28/2013
Forms	Beauty Bash Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Become a potter at the Iowa Children’s Museum in Coralville. Dig into some clay and get your hands dirty. Learn basic clay techniques and make a pot, beads and a sculpture from clay. Girls who attend this event will complete the Potter badge. Registration will be through the Iowa Children’s Museum at 319-625-6255.

Date	4/11/2013
Time	4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Grades	2, 3
Cost	$14 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Iowa Children's Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA 52241
Contact	Rachel DeMaris / 319-625-6255
Deadline	4/04/2013
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It might still be cold outside but the weather is just right for fun with Girl Scouts at the Burlington Y. At this fun event you will swim, play games and enjoy a yummy snack. Wear your swimsuit and bring a change of clothing to enjoy as much pool time as possible. Register online.

Date	4/12/2013
Time	5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3
Cost	$2 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Burlington YMCA, 2410 Mt. Pleasant St., Burlington, IA 52601
Contact	Julia Ricciardi / juliar@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-752-3639
Deadline	4/04/2013
Forms	Just for Girls Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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During this four session journey, girls will work to complete their Cadette Media Journey.  This Journey help girls Discover, Connect and Take Action on issues related to stereotypes and how media influences them as girls today. The girls will hear from a Women’s Studies Media Professional, visit a news station to experience the media first hand and create their own media remake of a commercial, song, radio broadcast, etc, to send out a better message for girls today.  Girls will wrap up this series by presenting their projects to their family and friends! Register online.

Date	4/12/2013
Time	5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Grades	6, 7, 8
Cost	$43 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	St. Ambrose University, 518 West Locust Street, Davenport, IA 52803
Contact	Samantha Luciano / samanthal@girlscoutstoday.org / 708-601-2059
Deadline	4/07/2013
Forms	Event Registration for Troops Media Journey Flyer Outline
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Spend the night at the Grout Museum and complete the Cadette Night Owl badge. Hang out in the planetarium and see the stars, planets and constellations like you have never seen them before. Become a true Night Owl and explore the Grout Museum after hours. This event will run from April 5 at 7 p.m. to April 6 at 9 a.m. Register online.

Date	4/12/2013
Time	7:00 pm -
Grades	6, 7, 8
Cost	$33 for girl members, $5 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Grout Museum - Bluedorn Imaginarium, 503 South St., Waterloo, IA 50702
Contact	Natalie Tuttle / nataliet@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-232-6601
Deadline	3/28/2013
Forms	Night Owl Overnight Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Meet your BFFs @ the YMCA! It’s not quite warm enough yet to go out to sunbathe, but you can be a part of this pool party extravaganza. Juniors and Cadettes will enjoy time in the pool and other indoor fun at this event. Wear a swimsuit and bring a change of clothing to enjoy as much pool time as possible. Register online.

Date	4/12/2013
Time	7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Grades	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Cost	$2 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Burlington YMCA, 2410 Mt. Pleasant St., Burlington, IA 52601
Contact	Julia Ricciardi / juliar@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-752-3639
Deadline	4/04/2013
Forms	BFFs YMCA Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Want to take your troop to camp and use the archery course?  Interested in teaching others how to participate in this growing sport? Become a trained archery facilitator!  Our facilitators are a talented group of people who lead specialized sessions at camp – for their own troops and at least once or twice a year for others.  This certification can be used at all council facilities. Register online.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	$10 for members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp Conestoga, 4415 295th St., New Liberty, IA 52765
Contact	Mahlon Sibert / mahlons@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-320-6937
Deadline	4/06/2013
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Girls can attend as many sessions as they like or sign up for all four and save. The Skill Builder badges available will be Making Games, Home Scientist, Inventor and Senses. The cost is $8 per session or $27 for all four sessions. Register at www.ScienceStation.org. Register online.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Grades	2, 3
Cost	$8 per session; $27 for all four for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Science Station, 4444 First Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Contact	Norah Hammond / 319-294-4367
Deadline	4/04/2013
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This training provides skills and resources to help girls plan an outdoor program, including fire building, cooking, safety planning and progression. Overnight/Troop Readiness is a prerequisite (unless taken on the same day as Camp Skills).

Register online.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	$20
Location	TBA- Waterloo Area,
Contact	Claudia Reich / adultlearning@girlscoutstoday.org / 800-798-0833
Deadline	3/30/2013
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Ever wondered what it’s like to fend for yourself in the wilderness? Think you could find shelter, make a fire and read a map to get back to civilization? Now is your chance to learn all about the wilderness, while all the comforts of camp are within easy reach! During this day-long event girls will become archers as they learn to shoot a target with a bow and arrow. They’ll also learn to safely start a fire, build furniture with rope and wood, and read a map to lead them through the “wilderness” of Camp L-Kee-Ta! Register online.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Grades	4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Cost	$15 for girl members, $5 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp L-Kee-Ta, 7501 200th St., Danville, IA 52623
Contact	Julia Ricciardi / juliar@girlscoutstoday.or / 319-752-3639
Deadline	4/04/2013
Forms	Wilderness Girls Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Dig into some clay and get your hands dirty. Learn basic clay techniques and make a pot, beads and a sculpture from clay. Girls who attend this event will complete the Potter badge. Registration will be through the Iowa Children’s Museum at 319-625-6255.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	9:30 am - 11:30 am
Grades	2, 3
Cost	$14 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Iowa Children's Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA 52241
Contact	Rachel DeMaris / 319-625-6255
Deadline	4/04/2013
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Join the courageous Lilly as learns some important lessons in friendship and love. This theater adventure includes tickets to the production of Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse, an intermission snack, a backstage tour and a very Lilly craft project.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	1:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3
Cost	$10 for girl members, $3 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Waterloo Center for the Arts, Hope Martin Theatre, 225 Commercial St., Waterloo, IA 50702
Contact	Natalie Tuttle / nataliet@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-232-6601
Deadline	3/28/2013
Forms	Purple Plastic Adventure Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

PLEASE NOTE PRICE CHANGE FROM PRINTED LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE GUIDE.

Girls will visit the mummies of Egypt, the Fu Dogs of Asia, and the wildlife of Africa as they travel the exhibit halls to play games, make crafts and learn about cultures from around the world. They will watch a movie on the giant screen theater. No need for passports or luggage on this trip.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Grades	K, 1
Cost	$13 for girl members, $10 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Putnam Museum, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport, IA 52804
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	4/10/2013
Forms	Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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This training focuses on the knowledge needed to go beyond the meeting place on longer field trips and overnight experiences, with emphasis on using camp lodge.

Register online.

Date	4/13/2013
Time	3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	Free
Location	TBA- Waterloo Area,
Contact	Claudia Reich / adultlearning@girlscoutstoday.org / 800-798-0833
Deadline	3/30/2013
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THIS EVENT IS FULL.

Test out experiments and decide if it’s magic or science. What happens when you drop a Mentos candy into a bottle of Coke? Can you really make a battery using pennies? Girls will participate in hands-on, ooey-gooey experiments as they play the role of a scientist.

Date	4/15/2013
Time	6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Grades	4, 5
Cost	$5 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Human Services Campus, 317 Seventh Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Contact	Rachel Fick / rachelf@girlscoutstoday.or / 319-363-8335
Deadline	4/04/2013
Forms	Little Miss Einstein Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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See what your imagination can do. Girls will learn drawing techniques, experiment with different materials and create works of art by their own hand. Registration is available through the Iowa Children’s Museum at 319-625-6255.

Date	4/18/2013
Time	4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Grades	4, 5
Cost	$10 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Iowa Children's Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA 52421
Contact	Rachel DeMaris / 319-625-6255
Deadline	4/11/2013
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This is your chance to sample all that the Y has to offer with all of your friends, girls only! Swim and play games while learning about how you can take part in the world’s largest all-girl entrepreneur program, the Girl Scout Cookie Sale Program. Learn safety tips, develop your marketing strategy and get excited. At this event you will also have the exclusive chance to sample our new cookie! Register online.

Date	4/19/2013
Time	5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Grades	2, 3, 4, 5
Cost	$3 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Dubuque Community Y, 35 North Booth St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Contact	Rachael Olsem / rachaelo@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-583-9169
Deadline	4/11/2013
Forms	Girl Scout Night at the Y Dubuque Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Outdoor Adventure Weekends are two night camping experiences for troops and groups in which girls in second through 12th grades and their adult volunteers participate in a weekend full of fun and adventure. The council provides the site, sleeping facilities, well-balanced meals, project supplies and experienced instructors to deliver pre-planned activities.  Register for your indoor (space is limited) sleeping facility today. Register online.

Registration information:

Girl Scout leaders will be responsible for and in charge of their campers at all times. Minimum two adults per troop, Safety Activity Checkpoints ratios must be maintained (1:6 for Brownies, 1:8 for Juniors, 1:10 for Cadettes, and 1:12 for Seniors and Ambassadors). Additional adults will be accepted if space is available. Individual girls may attend with an adult.

Due to the nature of the program there is limited space especially for indoor units. Registration is accepted on a first come first serve basis.

Girl fee:

• Indoor/Cabin Unit: $50

Adult fee:

• Indoor/Cabin Unit: $40

Date	4/19/2013
Time	5:30 pm - 4/21/2013 @ 9:30 am
Grades	2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Location	Camp Tahigwa, 321 Tahigwa Drive, Dorchester, IA 52140
Contact	Angela Ventris / angelav@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-546-7755
Deadline	3/25/2013
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Want to take your troop to camp and use the archery course?  Interested in teaching others how to participate in this growing sport? Become a trained archery facilitator!  Our facilitators are a talented group of people who lead specialized sessions at camp – for their own troops and at least once or twice a year for others.  This certification can be used at all council facilities. Register online.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	$10 for members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp Little Cloud, 21700 Girl Scout Rd., Epworth, IA 52045
Contact	Mike Capek / mikec@girlscouttoday.org / 563-542-7740
Deadline	4/18/2013
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Explore the world of Girl Scouts and have a blast during Sandburg Days Fun. Girls can go on a 3-mile or 10-mile hike through Galesburg to learn about Carl Sandburg and the area’s rich history. Contact Lora Wright at llwright9020@comcast.net to register.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	9:00 am -
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Cost	$18 for girl members, $4 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Carl Sandburg State Historic Site, 313 E. Third St., Galesburg, IL 61410
Contact	Lora Wright / llwright9020@comcast.net
Deadline	3/31/2013
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Show your support for the environment and Girl Scouts Forever Green by attending this Earth Day event. Girls will gather at the Port of Burlington to get their event t-shirts and supplies then head out to locations around Burlington and West Burlington to collect litter. This is a great community service opportunity to help our planet. A light lunch and entertainment at the Port of Burlington will follow the clean-up efforts. Event cost includes a patch for girls, free T-shirt and clean-up supplies. Register online.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grades	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, K, volunteer
Cost	$2 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Port of Burlington, 400 N. Front St., Burlington, IA 52601
Contact	Julia Ricciardi / juliar@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-752-3639
Deadline	4/11/2013
Forms	Keep Burlington Beautiful Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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This training provides skills and resources to help girls plan an outdoor program, including fire building, cooking, safety planning and progression. Overnight/Troop Readiness is a prerequisite (unless taken on the same day as Camp Skills). There is a small fee for this training.

Register online.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	$20
Location	Camp Little Cloud, 21700 Girl Scout Road, Epworth, IA 52045
Contact	Claudia Reich / adultlearning@girlscoutstoday.org / 800-798-0833
Deadline	4/06/2013
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This training focuses on the knowledge needed to go beyond the meeting place on longer field trips and overnight experiences, with emphasis on using camp lodges.

Register online.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Grades	volunteer
Cost	Free
Location	Camp Little Cloud, 21700 Girl Scout Road, Epworth, IA 52045
Contact	Claudia Reich / adultlearning@girlscoutstoday.org / 800-798-0833
Deadline	4/27/2013
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This fun and educational badge workshop will fulfill almost all of the requirements for the Laura Ingalls Wilder patch, except for the reading portion. The day will include an overview of Laura’s life and several hands-on sessions that relate to passages from the books. Registration for this event is available through Ushers Ferry by calling 319-286-5763.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Cost	$30 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Ushers Ferry Historic Village, 5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Contact	Laurel Gladish / 319-286-5763
Deadline	4/18/2013
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When girls guide and teach others, they act as mentors. Girls will learn about the three keys to leadership, explore how the Girl Scout Leadership Experience relates to their everyday life and become inspired about how to serve as a leader in the world. Cadettes will learn about girl development, how to manage groups, program activities and how to keep girls safe during activities. Cadettes will learn how to take the next step in developing their new Program Aide leadership skills while using their own talents. Pre-requisite: Completed at least one semester of sixth grade. Register online.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Grades	6, 7, 8
Cost	$15 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp Little Cloud, 21700 Girl Scout Rd., Epworth, IA 52042
Contact	Rachael Olsem / rachaelo@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-583-9169
Deadline	4/11/2013
Forms	PA Basic Little Cloud Spring Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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See what your imagination can do. Girls will learn drawing techniques, experiment with different materials and create works of art by their own hand. Registration is available through the Iowa Children’s Museum at 319-625-6255.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	9:30 am - 11:30 am
Grades	4, 5
Cost	$10 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Iowa Children's Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA 52421
Contact	Rachel DeMaris / 319-625-6255
Deadline	4/11/2013
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Date	4/20/2013
Time	10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Get ready for a team building day like no other! Girls and adults will work together throughout this event to complete several low ropes activities and challenge their mind, body and leadership skills. This is a great opportunity for troops to learn more about how to work as a team. Chaperones not participating in the challenge activities attend for free. Register online.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Grades	2, 3
Cost	$8 for girl members, $8 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Four Mounds, 4900 Peru Rd., Dubuque, IA 52001
Contact	Rachael Olsem / rachaelo@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-583-9169
Deadline	4/11/2013
Forms	Quest for Adventure Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Join us at Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse for our production of “HOW
I BECAME A PIRATE” and participate in our Girl Scout Workshop. Participants
will create their own pirate character and costume, and learn to talk, act and
dance like a pirate! Arrrrgggg! It’s a pirate adventure your scouts will treasure!
This event is for Brownies and Daisies and includes a patch. See flyer for registration information.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3
Cost	$15 per Girl Scout and $7 per adult.
Location	Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL 61201
Contact	Robyn Messerly / rmesserly@circa21.com / 309-786-2667 ext. 306
Deadline	3/09/2013
Forms	12-13 Girl Scout Events_Pirate Workshop
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Come into the woods! Cadettes will continue their mentor training while learning to teach outdoor skills. Girls will learn how to lead younger girls in an outdoor setting safely. This training is for girls who are interested in becoming a day camp aide and/or a CIT I/CIT II. Pre-requisite: Completed Program Aide Basic Training. Register online.

Date	4/20/2013
Time	2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades	6, 7, 8
Cost	$5 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Camp Little Cloud, 21700 Girl Scout Rd., Epworth, IA 52042
Contact	Rachael Olsem / rachaelo@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-583-9169
Deadline	4/11/2013
Forms	PA Outdoor Little Cloud Spring Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Learn more about Girl Scout Leader’s Day here: http://girlscoutstoday.org/volunteers/resources/celebrations/leaders-day.

Date	4/22/2013
Time	12:00 am -
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THIS EVENT IF FULL.

Girls will explore why money matters with the help of local businesses and earn a special Money Smart fun patch. Girls will also complete steps to earning their financial literacy badges from the Girl’s Guide.

 LOCATION NOTE

Daisies and Brownies will be located at Bettendorf Middle School (2030 Middle Rd  Bettendorf, IA 52722).

Juniors will be located at the original location of the Bettendorf Public Library (2950 Learning Campus Dr  Bettendorf, IA 52722).

If you have mixed troops attending this event, please plan for this logistical change.  The two locations are about 1 mile from each other as shown on this map.

Date	4/22/2013
Time	5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Cost	Free for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA 52722
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	4/18/2013
Forms	Money Smart Week DBJ Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals Scout Night_2013
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Join us for an evening of fiscal fun.  Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts will enjoy this open house style event sponsored by the Money Smart Week and Bank On Dubuque. Local experts will guide girls through fun, hands on activities.  They will practice skills to help them become successful entrepreneurs and savvy business people.  Participants will receive a Money Smart week patch and a snack. Registration is required for this free event. Register online.

Date	4/23/2013
Time	6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Grades	K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Cost	Free
Location	Irving Elementary School, 2520 Pennsylvania Ave., Dubuque, IA 52001
Contact	Rachael Olsem / rachaelo@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-593-9169
Deadline	4/18/2013
Forms	Money Smart Scout Night flyer
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Add a little sparkle to your life with your own handmade jewelry. Get to know the tools of the trade, turn an everyday object into a piece of jewelry and more. Register by calling the Iowa Children’s Museum at 319-625-6255.

Date	4/25/2013
Time	4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Grades	4, 5
Cost	$14 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Iowa Children's Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville, IA 52241
Contact	Rachel DeMaris / 319-625-6255
Deadline	4/18/2013
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The Annual Meeting and Recognition Celebration is sure to be one of those events you won’t want to miss.  The Celebration Farm in Iowa City is a beautiful rustic large round barn and is the perfect place to hold our Annual Meeting and celebrate our volunteers!

Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. Meal begins at 6 p.m.

There is limited seating still available.
Please contact Deb Boyd at 800-798-0833 to reserve your place.

Date	4/25/2013
Time	5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Grades	9, 10, 11, 12, volunteer
Cost	$15 for members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	The Celebration Farm, 4696 Robin Woods Lane NE, Iowa City, IA 52240
Contact	Deb Boyd / 800-798-0833
Deadline	4/15/2013
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PLEASE NOTICE THE TIME CHANGE.

Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts will explore why money matters with the help of local businesses and earn a special Money Smart fun patch. Girls will also complete steps to earning their financial literacy badges from the Girl’s Guides.

Check in begins at 5:30 p.m. and the event begins at 6 p.m.

Register online.

Date	4/25/2013
Time	6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Grades	6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Cost	Free for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL 61265
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	4/18/2013
Forms	Money Smart Week CSA Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals Scout Night_2013
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PLEASE NOTE PRICE CHANGE FROM PRINTED LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE GUIDE.

Girls will visit the mummies of Egypt, the Fu Dogs of Asia and the wildlife of Africa as they travel the exhibit halls to play games, make crafts and learn about cultures from around the world. They will view a movie on the giant screen theater, too. No need for passports or luggage on this trip. Register online.

Date	4/26/2013
Time	6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Grades	2, 3, 4, 5
Cost	$13 for girl members, $10 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Putnam Museum, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport, IA 52804
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	4/18/2013
Forms	Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Camping season is just beginning and we need your help to make sure Camp L-Kee-Ta looks its best for all the girls and adults staying here this summer! There will be plenty for everyone to help with, including cleaning and repairing buildings, cabins, tents and program areas. Families are encouraged to attend together and help make sure that Camp L-Kee-Ta looks its best! To sign up, contact Camp Ranger Chet Scott at ChesterS @GirlScoutsToday.org or by calling 319-392-4505. Register online.

Date	4/27/2013
Time	9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Grades	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, K, volunteer
Cost	Free
Location	Camp L-Kee-Ta, 7501 200th Ave., Danville, IA 52623
Contact	Chet Scott / chesters@girlscoutstoday.org / 319-392-4505
Deadline	4/25/2012
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Sunshine, fresh air and new things to see. Girls will work on activities from the Between Earth and Sky Journey while learning all that nature has to offer. Girls will complete all the activities for earning their Firefly Award. Register online.

Date	4/27/2013
Time	1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Grades	K, 1
Cost	$10 for girl members. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Bettendorf Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA 52722
Contact	Molli Hermiston / mollih@girlscoutstoday.org / 309-788-0833
Deadline	4/18/2013
Forms	Firefly, Firefly Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Experience a day in the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder at the original home where Laura grew up! The day will include an overview of Laura’s life and several hands-on sessions. Learn how to make a corn cob doll, churn butter and play games that Laura would have played! It will be a fun and educational day as the girls will earn their Laura Ingalls Wilder patch and receive a copy of their very own Laura Ingalls Wilder book! Register online.

Date	4/27/2013
Time	1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, K, PA
Cost	$8 for girl members. $5 for adult members. $5 for PAs. Not a member? Join us!
Location	Laura Ingalls Wilder Park and Museum, 3603 236th Ave., Burr Oak, IA 52101
Contact	Kara Schilling / karas@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-349-5189
Deadline	4/18/2013
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THIS EVENT IS FULL.

Come sleep with the fishes, literally! Girls will sample fun activities from the Wonders of Water Journey, tour the museum and watch a movie. Breakfast, an all-day pass to the museum for Sunday after 9 a.m. and program are included with the cost for girls and adults. This event will run from April 27 at 6:30 p.m. to April 28 at 9 a.m.

Date	4/27/2013
Time	6:30 pm -
Grades	2, 3
Cost	$40 for girl members, $40 for adults. Not a member? Join us!
Location	National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, 350 E. Third St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Contact	Rachael Olsem / rachaelo@girlscoutstoday.org / 563-583-9169
Deadline	4/18/2013
Forms	Wonders of Water Overnight Info Card Event Registration for Troops Event Registration for Individuals
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Across our council, girls are changing the world and this is a great opportunity for us to celebrate their achievements. This event will include an award ceremony, a performance by comedian and hypnotist Dan Ladd and a decadent dessert bar.

Honored girls include:

• Bronze, Silver and Gold Award recipients (April 2012-March 2013)
• Girl of Courage, Girl of Confidence, Girl of Character Scholarship recipients
• Doneta Schaeffer Memorial Scholarship recipient
• Girl Scouts graduating from high school this year

Formal invitations will be mailed to honorees in early March and will include instructions on how to RSVP.

Want to get an invite to Honoring Excellence? Be sure to submit your High Awards final report to HighAwards@GirlScoutsToday.org by March 1.

Girls can also be nominated for our council scholarships through March 1.

Date	4/28/2013
Time	1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Grades	4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, volunteer
Location	Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th Street, Coralville, IA 52241
Contact	Julia Ricciardi / juliar@girlscoutstoday.org / 800-798-0833
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