Volunteers do wonderful things and they go beyond the expectations of their position. The Volunteer of Excellence Award recognizes volunteers who have contributed outstanding service while collaborating directly with girls in any pathway to implement the Girl Scout Leadership Experience by using the National Program Portfolio or who have contributed outstanding service in support of the Council's mission delivery to girl and adult members. Nominate a deserving volunteer in your service unit by completing the nomination form and submit it to the Council no later than Wednesday, February 28, 2018.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
girl scouts of the colonial coast - news and information for volunteers
Monday, February 12, 2018
Publishing Workshop
A Place for Girls
Chesapeake, VA
Saturday, April 28, 2018
1-4 p.m.
Cost: $25 per attendee
Girl Scout Ambassadors and adults only.
This publishing workshop is hosted by Blue Dragon Publishing and Girl Scout service unit 340.
Discover the Road to Publishing, outlining the steps that follow a finished manuscript. Learn how to write a query letter to attract an agent or publisher. Explore the opportunity to self-publish. Brainstorm and discuss marketing techniques and social media outlets.
Learn from someone who has been there! Bring your questions.
To RSVP, contact Stephanie Bahr at bahr.stephanie@gmail.com.
Chesapeake, VA
Saturday, April 28, 2018
1-4 p.m.
Cost: $25 per attendee
Girl Scout Ambassadors and adults only.
This publishing workshop is hosted by Blue Dragon Publishing and Girl Scout service unit 340.
Discover the Road to Publishing, outlining the steps that follow a finished manuscript. Learn how to write a query letter to attract an agent or publisher. Explore the opportunity to self-publish. Brainstorm and discuss marketing techniques and social media outlets.
Learn from someone who has been there! Bring your questions.
To RSVP, contact Stephanie Bahr at bahr.stephanie@gmail.com.
STEMagination
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA
Saturday, February 24, 2018
Check-in at 9:30 a.m.
Event 10 a.m.-noon
Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes
This is a girl and adult event. Both must pay to attend. No tagalongs.
Cost: $13 (includes event patch)
Come learn the many sides of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) at our STEMagination day. Enjoy a variety of hands-on learning stations hosted by community partners, consultants and experts in STEM education. Our very own Girl Advisory Board (GAB) will be offering activities from the Techbridge program.
Register by February 15.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Hampton, VA
Saturday, February 24, 2018
Check-in at 9:30 a.m.
Event 10 a.m.-noon
Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes
This is a girl and adult event. Both must pay to attend. No tagalongs.
Cost: $13 (includes event patch)
Come learn the many sides of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) at our STEMagination day. Enjoy a variety of hands-on learning stations hosted by community partners, consultants and experts in STEM education. Our very own Girl Advisory Board (GAB) will be offering activities from the Techbridge program.
Register by February 15.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Community Service Volunteer Hours
Pucks and Paws Night
Norfolk Scope
Norfolk, VA
Saturday, February 17, 2018
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors only.
Volunteers are needed as ushers and check-in registrars for The Norfolk Admirals' second Pucks and Paws night of the season. Fans are encouraged to bring their dog to the game and volunteers will be onsite to help fans check-in. Volunteer hours will be certified on The Admirals letterhead.
To volunteer, call Sami Hamad at 757-640-1212 ext. 24.
Norfolk Scope
Norfolk, VA
Saturday, February 17, 2018
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors only.
Volunteers are needed as ushers and check-in registrars for The Norfolk Admirals' second Pucks and Paws night of the season. Fans are encouraged to bring their dog to the game and volunteers will be onsite to help fans check-in. Volunteer hours will be certified on The Admirals letterhead.
To volunteer, call Sami Hamad at 757-640-1212 ext. 24.
Go Gold Workshops
Register for an upcoming Go Gold Workshop:
Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors may contact the Girl Scout Gold Award committee at gsgoldaward.gsccc@gmail.com for questions about earning the Gold Award.
- Wednesday, March 7, 2018 - A Place for Girls, Chesapeake, registration closes March 1.
- Tuesday, April 17, 2018 - Thalia United Methodist Church, Virginia Beach, registration closes April 11.
- Sunday, May 20, 2018 - A Place for Girls, Chesapeake, registration closes May 14.
Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors may contact the Girl Scout Gold Award committee at gsgoldaward.gsccc@gmail.com for questions about earning the Gold Award.
First Colonial Legal Studies Academy Workshops
First Colonial High School
1272 Mill Dam Rd
Virginia Beach, VA
Saturday, April 21, 2018
8:30 a.m. Registration begins
9 a.m.-noon Finding Common Ground
12:30-3:30 p.m. Special Agent
Girl Scout Cadettes only.
$5 per workshop (includes badge and all supplies)
$5.25 box lunch (optional for girls who attend both workshops)
Registration is now open for the First Colonial Legal Studies Academy Workshops. The Academy faculty and students will be leading two workshops: Finding Common Ground and Special Agent. Girl Scout Cadettes will learn strategies for bringing people together to find common ground and learn the secrets from the worlds of forensic science and criminal psychology.
Girl Scout Cadettes have the option to sign up for one or both workshops. This Academy-Girl Scout partnership is the Silver Award project of Sydney Brown, Girl Scout Troop 571.
Click here for more details and to register by April 10 (or until full).
1272 Mill Dam Rd
Virginia Beach, VA
Saturday, April 21, 2018
8:30 a.m. Registration begins
9 a.m.-noon Finding Common Ground
12:30-3:30 p.m. Special Agent
Girl Scout Cadettes only.
$5 per workshop (includes badge and all supplies)
$5.25 box lunch (optional for girls who attend both workshops)
Registration is now open for the First Colonial Legal Studies Academy Workshops. The Academy faculty and students will be leading two workshops: Finding Common Ground and Special Agent. Girl Scout Cadettes will learn strategies for bringing people together to find common ground and learn the secrets from the worlds of forensic science and criminal psychology.
Girl Scout Cadettes have the option to sign up for one or both workshops. This Academy-Girl Scout partnership is the Silver Award project of Sydney Brown, Girl Scout Troop 571.
Click here for more details and to register by April 10 (or until full).
Hoops for the Cure ODU Women's Basketball Game
Saturday, February 17, 2018
Ted Constant Convocation Center
Norfolk, VA
Open to the public.
Doors open at 1 p.m.
Tickets: $10 each (pre-tax)
Free public parking on 45th St. beside the Ted Constant Convocation Center.
Ted Constant Convocation Center is hosting the 16th Annual Hoops for the Cure Game, featuring ODU VS. UTEP. In addition to the game that begins at 2 p.m., doors will open for a women's health fair and breast cancer survivor reception at 1 p.m.
First 1,000 fans receive a free t-shirt!
See flyer for more details. Register here with promo code: CUREBM
Questions? Contact Brent McPherson at bmcph002@odu.edu. Email Brent to confirm your attendance after purchasing tickets.
Ted Constant Convocation Center
Norfolk, VA
Open to the public.
Doors open at 1 p.m.
Tickets: $10 each (pre-tax)
Free public parking on 45th St. beside the Ted Constant Convocation Center.
Ted Constant Convocation Center is hosting the 16th Annual Hoops for the Cure Game, featuring ODU VS. UTEP. In addition to the game that begins at 2 p.m., doors will open for a women's health fair and breast cancer survivor reception at 1 p.m.
First 1,000 fans receive a free t-shirt!
See flyer for more details. Register here with promo code: CUREBM
Questions? Contact Brent McPherson at bmcph002@odu.edu. Email Brent to confirm your attendance after purchasing tickets.
Monday, February 5, 2018
Money-Earning Basics Webinar Recording
Did you miss the Money-Earning Basics webinar on Thursday, January 25? If so, you can view a recording of the webinar for a recap.
Complete this survey if you would like to receive credit for viewing the webinar.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Complete this survey if you would like to receive credit for viewing the webinar.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Savannah Trip
May 3-6, 2018
Adults 21 and older
Cost: $600 ($100 deposit due 1/15/18, $250 due 2/16/18, $250 due 3/16/18)
Join our Girl Scout Alumnae for an adults-only trip to Savannah, Georgia in May. Our accommodations are in the historic district at the Hampton Inn & Suites on West Oglethorpe Avenue in walking distance to most of our activity locations.
Your trip includes three nights at the Hampton Inn & Suites (double occupancy rooms), deluxe continental breakfast each morning, and all hotel tax and gratuities for restaurants, plus the following:
Cost: $600 ($100 deposit due 1/15/18, $250 due 2/16/18, $250 due 3/16/18)
Join our Girl Scout Alumnae for an adults-only trip to Savannah, Georgia in May. Our accommodations are in the historic district at the Hampton Inn & Suites on West Oglethorpe Avenue in walking distance to most of our activity locations.
Your trip includes three nights at the Hampton Inn & Suites (double occupancy rooms), deluxe continental breakfast each morning, and all hotel tax and gratuities for restaurants, plus the following:
Monday, January 29, 2018
Register for 2018 Annual Council Meeting and Awards Breakfast Celebration
Chesapeake Convention Center
Chesapeake, VA
Saturday, February 10, 2018
8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Register today for the 2018 Annual Council Meeting and Awards Celebration!
Schedule of Events
8-8:30 a.m. Check-in (if attending breakfast AND meeting)
8:30-9 a.m. Breakfast buffet offered ($15 per person)
9-10:45 a.m. Awards Ceremony begins
11-11:45 a.m. Check-in (if attending meeting only) Networking/Break-out Sessions/Community Partner Tables/Retail Shop/Silent Auction
Noon-2 p.m. Business meeting
Register by February 5, 2018.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Chesapeake, VA
Saturday, February 10, 2018
8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Register today for the 2018 Annual Council Meeting and Awards Celebration!
Schedule of Events
8-8:30 a.m. Check-in (if attending breakfast AND meeting)
8:30-9 a.m. Breakfast buffet offered ($15 per person)
9-10:45 a.m. Awards Ceremony begins
11-11:45 a.m. Check-in (if attending meeting only) Networking/Break-out Sessions/Community Partner Tables/Retail Shop/Silent Auction
Noon-2 p.m. Business meeting
Register by February 5, 2018.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Delegate and Alternate Delegate Webinar Recording
Delegate training is required for all delegates and alternate delegates to prepare you for your role as voting members of the Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. View the webinar recording where you will learn everything you need to know to be an active voting member of our Council.
If you would like to receive credit for viewing this webinar, complete this survey.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
If you would like to receive credit for viewing this webinar, complete this survey.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Challenge Course Instructor Training
Camp Darden
Courtland, VA
Sunday, February 18, 2018
Noon-5 p.m.
Attend this upcoming training, and you will be able to instruct girls on the Camp Skimino and Camp Darden challenge courses. Get ready for your encampments or camping trips now by attending the Challenge Course Instructor Training.
Register through eBiz.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Courtland, VA
Sunday, February 18, 2018
Noon-5 p.m.
Attend this upcoming training, and you will be able to instruct girls on the Camp Skimino and Camp Darden challenge courses. Get ready for your encampments or camping trips now by attending the Challenge Course Instructor Training.
Register through eBiz.
Questions? Contact customercare@gsccc.org.
Summer Camp Guide 2018 is Now Live!
Registration begins February 1 online at ebiz.gsccc.org. Be sure to take advantage of our Early Bird Discount by registering before March 1.
Monday, January 22, 2018
Core Camp is Coming! Venture Out to Camp Darden
Camp Darden
Courtland, VA
Friday, March 9, 2018, 6 p.m. - Sunday, March 11, 2018, 10 a.m.
$75 per person
Serving Girl Scouts in grades 2-12 and registered adults.
Core Camp is coming! So, what is it and why should you get excited?
Core Camp is an all-inclusive weekend experience:
Whether you’re new to camping or go camping every chance you get, we invite you to join us on March 9, 2018, for a worry-free weekend you are sure to remember.
Courtland, VA
Friday, March 9, 2018, 6 p.m. - Sunday, March 11, 2018, 10 a.m.
$75 per person
Serving Girl Scouts in grades 2-12 and registered adults.
Core Camp is coming! So, what is it and why should you get excited?
Core Camp is an all-inclusive weekend experience:
- offering essential camp skills to camping novices while also providing a variety of activities that expand the horizons of experienced campers.
- with a theme based on the Journey or badges the girls will be earning.
- sample all of the various activities of Girl Scout camp.
- planned by GSCCC staff and led by our fantastic outdoor volunteers.
- includes all meals, lodging, outdoor education activities, a core camp patch, and any badges or Journey the girls earn that weekend.
- open to registered girls and adults.
Whether you’re new to camping or go camping every chance you get, we invite you to join us on March 9, 2018, for a worry-free weekend you are sure to remember.
Spring Break Stop! Drop! and Roll! at Camp Outback
Camp Outback at A Place for Girls
Chesapeake, VA
Monday, April 2 – Friday, April 7, 2018, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$80 per camper
$60 per experienced Program Aide or CIT
Serving Girl Scouts in grades K-5
Spring will be here before you know it. Join us in spending Spring Break the Girl Scout way and come party at the Outback! Build skills and have loads of fun with other Girl Scouts. During this spring break, all campers will have the chance to experience a taste of Junior Camp Fury! Celebrate one amazing week planned around a Fire Safety theme that incorporates interactive activities relating to Fire Prevention and Safety Preparedness. A playful week of songs and games with old and new friends alike!
Find details on all great outdoor events at the GSCCC Events page.
Register today!
Chesapeake, VA
Monday, April 2 – Friday, April 7, 2018, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$80 per camper
$60 per experienced Program Aide or CIT
Serving Girl Scouts in grades K-5
Spring will be here before you know it. Join us in spending Spring Break the Girl Scout way and come party at the Outback! Build skills and have loads of fun with other Girl Scouts. During this spring break, all campers will have the chance to experience a taste of Junior Camp Fury! Celebrate one amazing week planned around a Fire Safety theme that incorporates interactive activities relating to Fire Prevention and Safety Preparedness. A playful week of songs and games with old and new friends alike!
Find details on all great outdoor events at the GSCCC Events page.
Register today!
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