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Media Tours

Open to Girl Scouts in grades 2–12
Have you ever wondered what goes on at a radio station besides playing the music? How do the newscasters on television know what to say? Who makes them look and sound the way they do? What goes into producing a newspaper? Here's a chance to see the people behind the scenes and what they do! We have arranged for a number of tours of radio and television stations and newspaper facilities. The tours take place throughout the summer starting in June and continuing through August at a variety of locations throughout our council area. Registration is required! There is limited space available in some of the tours; registrations will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis.

Participant Fee: free
View a list of tours.
Registration form (Word 2003)
Registration form (pdf)
Send completed registration form via e-mail to Kim Dunne or send via standard mail to Kim Dunne, Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways, 5 Elinwood Court, New Hartford, NY 13413-1105
Questions about this program? Please e-mail Kim Dunne or call her at 315 733-2391 x23

Mentoring/Shadowing Program

Open to Girl Scouts in grades 9–12
The Air Force Research Laboratory is collaborating with Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways to present a mentoring/shadowing program for girls interested in pursuing careers in engineering, computer science, cyber security, communication information intelligent systems, or research and development. Girls will have the opportunity to spend a day, a week, or a few hours with a professional in her chosen field. She will shadow this person in the actual job environment and find out first hand what a job in this field is all about.

  This program takes place at a government facility. Participants will be required to provide certain information to receive permission to enter this program.

Participant Fee: free
Registration Deadline: Minimum of three weeks before participant wishes to begin
Questions about this program? Please e-mail Karen Lubecki or call her at 315-733-2391 x 28

Outdoor Adventurers: Whitewater Rafting

This program is full. A waiting list has been started.

Open to Girl Scouts in grades 6–12 and Adult Girl Scouts
Get ready for some adrenaline-pumping excitement on the granddaddy of all New York rivers, the Hudson! This wilderness rafting trip will take you through gorgeous Adirondack scenery and over thrilling Class III and IV whitewater rapids. You will spend two nights camping in the Adirondack Park with one full day of rafting. Food and transportation provided (from central location within the council).

Participant Fee: $120 per person
Minimum # of participants: 10
Maximum # of participants: 30
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 2, 2010
Questions about this program? Please contact Kim Albrecht, 607-342-4047
  Participation in this program requires the submission a Council Activity Registration form as well as each of the following two forms: Outdoor Adventures Parent Permission form, and Outdoor Adventures Adult Agreement form. See our Forms page for all three of these forms.

Junior Mystery Trip

Open to Girl Scouts in grades 4–5 and Adult Girl Scouts
SHHHH!! Pack your overnight bag, bring a sleeping bag and bag lunch, and meet our bus for a mystery destination. I can't tell you any more than that, but I'm sure you'll like where we're going. We're telling the adults but they're sworn to secrecy!

Participant Fee: $100
Minimum # of participants: 35 girls and 5 adults
Maximum # of participants: 70 girls and 10 adults
Registration Deadline: Friday, July 2, 2010
Questions about this program? Please contact Karen Strife, 315-782-1890

Enchanted Forest – Water Safari

Open to all Girl Scouts in grades K – 12 and adults
Meet the Girl Scouts at Enchanted Forest – Water Safari and enjoy the ultimate Adirondack experience! This package includes all water rides, amusement rides, shows, and attractions. We will have our own pavilion set up in the park where you can visit and escape the sun. There will be unlimited drinks served there all day. The menu will include hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecue chicken, salt potatoes, tossed salad, and watermelon. Be sure to bring a bathing suit, towel, dry clothes, and sunscreen! Come prepared to have some wet and wild fun! All Girl Scouts will receive a fun patch.

Participant Fee: $28 per girl; $30 per non-registered member
Minimum # of participants: 60 girls
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 16, 2010
Questions about this program? Please e-mail Karen Lubecki or call her at 315 733-2391 x 28

Erie Canal Canoe Trip

Open to Girl Scouts in grades 4–12
Enjoy a day on the Erie Canal. We will meet at Lock #19 at Frankfort, have lunch, and launch our canoes. We will canoe down the canal to the Ilion Marina, where we will have a cookout. This trip is approximately 10 miles. Girls are welcome to bring their own kayaks if they prefer.

Participant Fee: $10 per girl; $10 per adult
Minimum # of participants: 10 girls
Maximum # of participants: 12 girls
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 9, 2010
Questions about this program? Please contact Karen Lubecki, 315-733-2391 x 28

Outdoor Adventurers: Kayaking in the Adirondacks

Open to Girl Scouts in grades 6–12 and Adult Girl Scouts
Discover the fun of flat-water kayaking while taking in the beautiful autumn scenery and wildlife of the Adirondack Park. First-timers learn basic paddling skills and water safety. Those who are more experienced will expand upon their skill set. We will enjoy two nights of camping with plenty of laughter and storytelling around the campfire. food, gear, and transportation provided (from a central location within the council).

Participant Fee: $75 per person
Minimum # of participants: 4
Maximum # of participants: 8
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 27, 2010
Questions about this program? Please contact Kim Albrecht, 607-342-4047
  Participation in this program requires the submission of a Council Activity Registration form as well as each of the following two forms: Outdoor Adventures Parent Permission form, and Outdoor Adventures Adult Agreement form. See our Forms page for all three of these forms.

Susquehanna River Raiders Competitive Canoe Racing Team

Open to Girl Scouts who will be 11 or older by May 1, 2011
Be part of a winning team! Learn canoeing skills that last a lifetime. Get pointers from professional racers. Have fun as you learn to "read the river."

Participant Fee: $30 per girl, due September 19 if you decide to join the team
Registration opens: Sunday, August 1, 2010
Registration closes: Friday, September 10, 2010
Registration form (Word 2003)   Registration form (pdf)
Questions about this program? Please e-mail Gail Laughland or call her at 609-986-1969

Veni Vidi Vici

Open to Girl Scouts in grades K–12
Celebrate and discover the power of girls together and tell your story at this overnight event. Dance with your friends, take on the climbing wall, and go swimming. Find out about the history of dance, make art projects, and learn other ways to tell our stories. Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors . . . pamper ourself in our spa room! Bring a canned food to donate in honor of Make a difference Day.

Participant Fee: $20 per girl; $20 per adult; adults who volunteer for four hours can enjoy this event for free!
Maximum # of participants: 600 girls; 100 adults
Registration Deadline: Friday, October 1, 2010
Questions about this program? Please e-mail Karen Strife or call her at 315 782-1890