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The Girl Scouts of Crowley’s Ridge Council strives to provide many diverse events and activities from which troops &/or individuals can choose to participate throughout the Girl Scout year. No one should feel overwhelmed at the many choices – you should only choose the activities which interest you &/or your troop – not everything that comes along! Council-sponsored events are designed to supplement troop program, but are not intended to replace it.
Note to parents: Can your daughter attend an event that interests her without her leader or group? YOU BET! Just as long as you take responsibility for getting her registered on time, provide transportation to and from the event, and plan to accompany her for the duration of the event.
General Program Event Registration Information:
Fees – GSCRC makes every effort to keep the cost of events at a minimum. Fees charged are to cover the cost of event supplies only, and are due at the time of registration.
Registration deadline – Deadlines are set in order to give event coordinators time to order/purchase enough supplies for all participants. Each event/activity has a specific “deadline to register” on the form. The standard deadline for events is two weeks before the event, unless otherwise noted on the registration form.
Service projects – Since Girl Scouting is a service-based organization, most events will have a special service project request for participants listed on the registration form. Items collected are then donated to the specified group/organization in the name of Girl Scouts of Crowley’s Ridge Council.
Special needs – All special needs (allergies, disabilities, etc) must be listed on registration forms in order to best meet those needs.
Cancellation procedure – If an event/activity must be cancelled for any reason, registered troops (or individual participants) will be notified.
Refund requests – It is the practice of the Girl Scouts of Crowley’s Ridge Council to issue refunds for fees charged for events only if we are notified at least seven (7) days prior to the date of the event. Exceptions may be made on an individual basis in cases of death in the family or serious injury or illness (certified in writing by physician).
Tagalongs – Due to limited space and liability issues and unless otherwise noted on registration form, tagalongs are not allowed at events/activities. A tagalong is any child other than the specific age-level Girl Scout being served at the event. All adults accompanying troops/groups should be so informed.
Adult supervision – Leaders/advisors should follow Safety Wise guidelines for proper girl/adult ratios. Individual participants must have one adult. At all times, troop leaders/advisors are responsible for the supervision of their own troop.
Adult roles at program events – Due to the hands-on nature of many of our activities, adults accompanying girls may be asked to help with activities.
What's Happening At Each Level?
Service Opportunities:
"Service is inherent in the Promise and Law and is given without expectation of payment or reward. All girls should take part in service activities or projects" -- Safety Wise
From time to time, Girl Scouts of Crowley’s Ridge is contacted with requests for Girl Scout service participation. Check here regularly if this is something you or your troop is looking for. Current opportunities are listed below. Contact Debbie Franks, Program Director, ext 105 for more information.
- Red Cross Comfort Kits ~~ Due to the recent tornado damage to areas in Northeast Arkansas, the local chapter of the American Red Cross is in need of supplies to make "comfort kits". Girl Scout troops who would like to donate items may take them to the Red Cross office located at 305 W. Jefferson, Jonesboro. Click on the link for a complete list of items currently being requested.
- 2007-2008 "Helping Hands" Council Service Project -- To earn the annual council service project patch, girls must complete 3 requirements which include individual, community and council areas of service. This year's "council" service is a request for stepping stones for CCA. The deadline to order patches has passed.
- Attention Junior and GS 11-17 level Girl Scouts looking for service hours: You can volunteer to help at the Council Office! Contact Jane Robinson 870-932-2833 ext 101, for more information
EVENTS:
All Levels
Throughout the year, Girl Scouts of Crowley's Ridge Council plans events and/or activities which can be enjoyed by all levels of Girl Scouts together!
Check here regularly for program updates. Events and activities currently planned for all levels are listed below. Just click on the links that interest you for complete information and downloadable registration form.
- Valentine Dance Photos are ready for pick-up! If you purchased photo packages at the Me & My Guy Valentine Dance and did not choose the mailing option, you may come by the Girl Scout Service Center during regular business hours to pick up your photos.
- Girl Scout Month at Clinton Presidential Center, Little Rock ~~ The Clinton Presidential Center has declared April 2008 to be "Girl Scout Month". "Mini tours are available for Daisy & Brownie troops, regular tours can be scheduled for Juniors - GS 11-17. Click on the link for contact information.
- Discover Great Girl Scout Adventures in Branson, MO ~~ Set sail on a fun-filled luncheon aboard the Showboat Branson Belle, explore the attractions at Celebration City, or get wet at the Ozarks largest water park, White Water! Click on the link above for complete information on dates, rates and registration information.
- Sister-to-Sister Pen Pal Network ~~ This program was developed to provide opportunities for GS troops to "make new friends" throughout the great state of Arkansas! Requests from other councils continue to come in! Contact Debbie at the council office (932-2833, ext 105) for details. Click on the link for complete information & pen pal request form.
- Discover Crowley's Ridge Council Patch Program ~~ A new "council's own" patch program developed to encourage GS troops to learn more about GSCRC's history and places of interest while nurturing a feeling of pride in having been a member of GSCRC. The one-of-a-kind patch was designed by Le'Aysha Pearson of Troop #173 in Wynne.
Daisy
Daisy Girl Scouts are energetic, excited about learning and ready to explore new worlds! Girl Scouts of Crowley’s Ridge is the ideal place to try out their developing skills.
Check here regularly for program updates. Events and activities currently planned for Daisies are listed below.
- There are no new Daisy events to announce at this time, but please check out our Photo Gallery section for pictures from this year's Daisy events.
Brownie
As a Brownie Girl Scout you will have lots of chances to learn new things, make new friends, and figure out what’s important to you! You will also find out how to make your neighborhood, country and world a better place to live. Girl Scouts of Crowley's Ridge Council is the perfect place to try out new things.
Check here regularly for program updates. Events and activities currently planned for Brownies are listed below.
- There are no new Brownie events to announce at this time, but please check out our Photo Gallery section for pictures from this year's Brownie events.
Junior
One of the best parts of being a Junior Girl Scout is looking ahead to the adventures you will have now, next month, and next year! Through Girl Scouts of Crowley's Ridge Council you might try activities that are totally new to you – such as camping, rock-climbing, traveling, and service opportunities.
Check here regularly for program updates. Events and activities currently planned for Juniors are listed below.
- There are no new Junior program events to announce at this time, but please check out our Photo Gallery section for pictures of past Junior events.
GS 11-17
Welcome to the world of Girl Scouts Age 11-17 (GS 11-17)! It is an exciting, challenging world that offers new opportunities to learn about yourself and the world around you. Girl Scouts of Crowley's Ridge Council will help you explore personal interests, develop leadership skills, build your confidence, and expand your horizons.
Check here regularly for program updates. Events and activities currently planned for GS 11-17 are listed below.
- Teen Advisory Board ~~ This group meets bi-monthly to offer suggestions for program activities for Girl Scouts ages 11-17 and is open to any registered Girl Scout, age 13-17, who submits a complete application and two references. Applications will be accepted anytime throughout the year and may be downloaded from this website. Click here for an application.
- Destinations ~~ GSUSA sponsored travel opportunities for GS 11-17. Check out www.studio2b.org/escape for all the details
- TeenScene Adventure: "Paddle, Pole, Role & Relax!" ~~ With regrets, this event has been cancelled due to low registration numbers.
- 2008 Girls of Promise Conference, ASU Jonesboro ~~ Saturday, April 12, 2008. For any 8th grade girl interested in careers in math, science, or technology. Click on link for registration instructions. (No registrations will be taken through the Girl Scout office.
- Girl Scout Silver & Gold Luncheon ~~ Saturday, June 7, 2008. Top Girl Scout honors (GS Silver Award, GS Gold Award, Graduating Senior recognition, 10-yr. membership pins) will be presented at this special event. Invitations & complete information will go out in early May. Family and friends will have the opportunity to purchase tickets also.
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