Our Program Partners offer unique, specialized opportunities for Girl Scouts to enhance their Girl Scout Leadership Experience! You’ll find our Program Partners offer hands-on programming, behind-the-scenes tours, demonstrations, community service opportunities, discounted tickets and more. Through these experiences, Girl Scouts can try new things, explore the world around them and show their communities what Girl Scouting is all about!

Connecting directly with our Program Partners gives volunteers and parents the flexibility to create unique, fun experiences that fit their interests and schedule. Many partners offer on-demand options that can be incorporated into regularly scheduled troop meetings.

Questions? Reach out to info@gsnypenn.org.

Become a Program Partner

Is your business or organization interested in exploring the option of becoming a Program Partner?

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Partner-Hosted Events

Check out this list of events hosted by our Program Partners!

PARTNER EVENTS

Discover Program Partners to Enhance Your Girl Scout Experience!

What do the location tags mean? On-Demand: Our Community Partners will come to you! If the partner is listed under a county with the tag "On-Demand," they will travel within that county. Local Locations/Branches: Find a Community Partner's location near you to do in-person programming!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

Junior First Aid Badge
Training on Be Red Cross Ready - how to prepare for, during and after a disaster and understanding the differences between watch and warning. Learn Hands-Only CPR and how to assess the scene for safety and what goes into a first aid kit and why.

Cadette First Aid Badge
Training on Citizen Preparedness- goes over how to prepare for, during and after a disaster. Learn what to do for neighbors, young children and pets. Do Hands-Only CPR and how to assess the scene for safety and learn about what goes into a first aid kit and why.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then, schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Becci Gearman
Email: becci@ruhigg.com
Phone: 716.374.5505
Cost: Varies based on kit purchased

Crafts from the Past offers a wide range of handicraft kits that include all materials and full instructions needed to complete the craft. Some kits include 1 set of materials to learn the skills needed and an additional set to create the final item. Kits can be taught independently by a troop leader/other adult, or instruction can be provided by Becci Gearman (virtually or in-person if local). Kits are available in a variety of artistic mediums, such as fiber arts, basket weaving, leatherwork, clay sculpting and small-scale metal work. There may also be the option to create a custom kit for your group.

Daisies, Brownies and Juniors can complete their levels’ Craft and Tinker badge by completing any kit and having their instruction led by Becci. Cadettes can earn the Book Artist badge by completing a journal or book-focused kit and having their instruction led by Becci. Seniors can earn the Textile Artist badge by completing a fiber arts-focused kit and having their instruction led by Becci.

For the full list of available kits, please reach out directly to Becci via email or phone.

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Contact:  Kimberly Meehan
Email:   oarscubany@gmail.com
Phone:  917-733-0032
Address: 4413 Hamilton Hill Road, Cuba, N.Y. 14727
Website:  outdoorartsrecreation.org

Art in the Outdoors Badges
OARS has several nature art courses that can be scaled up or down for all Art in the Outdoors badges. All programs at OARS are dominated by outdoor activity, investigation, using our senses and foraging eco-friendly materials to be used to create art.

Trail Adventure Badges
OARS has over 5 miles of trails, including easy to navigate open fields as well as more advanced wooded areas. Dr. Kim Meehan is a trained and certified field scientist and survivalist. She will guide all scouts on proper packing for a hike and has the knowledge to work with older Girl Scouts on more advanced survival skills and safety procedures.

OARS is also able to host tent camping onsite for those who wish to truly disconnect and use their outdoors skills.

These badges can be earned during one of OARS 5-day programs. Please refer to OARS website or our Event Calendar for program dates and details. Additional questions and inquiries can be sent to oarscubany@gmail.com.

Environmental Stewardship and Ecology-Focused Projects
OARS can teach your scouts about invasive species, proper ways to remove them without herbicides or other toxins, which plants should be placed where the unwanted ones were removed, and what the new plants do for the ecology of that setting. OARS also has 3 ponds onsite with many invertebrates, amphibians, fish and other animals.

Badge programming, service projects and internships can be discussed directly with OARS by emailing oarscubany@gmail.com.

Youth Bushcraft (Ages 8-12)
Our Youth Bushcraft Course is a hands-on outdoor learning experience designed to build confidence, resilience and practical life skills through nature-based education. Participants will learn essential wilderness and self-reliance techniques, gaining a deeper connection to the natural world.

Skills covered include fire building and fire safety, shelter building, foraging basics, no-till gardening and composting. This program blends outdoor adventure with practical education, empowering youth with teamwork, leadership, environmental stewardship and the confidence to thrive both in the woods and in everyday life.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Allegany County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Bradford County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Kate Harasta or Devin Bialy
Email: kih22@cornell.edu or dab482@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.584.5003 or 607.366.0833 x6
Levels: Cadette to Ambassador
Cost: Free
Duration: 1.5 hours

Programming is offered on location.

Explore how we use energy in our homes, where our energy comes from, and how solar panels provide renewable electricity. In this engaging workshop, participants will learn about the environment and practice their communication skills. By participating, troops can earn up to $1,200 each, thanks to funding from the New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).

Girl Scouts troops will meet with a Cornell Cooperative Extension educator to learn more about energy, how we use electricity, and where it comes from. Groups will collaborate with the Cooperative Extension educator to practice talking to their parents about community subscription solar. Thanks to funding from the New York Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), Girl Scouts troops can earn up to $1,200 each by connecting 5 households to community subscription solar.

By the end of this workshop, participants will have an understanding of how we use energy in our homes, the importance of renewable energy and how households can access community subscription solar programs in New York State.

🔴 🔵 🟠 The Discovery Center (Binghamton, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Arts, Culture and Education Coordinator
Email: arts@thediscoverycenter.org
Phone: 607.773.8661 ext. 205
Address: 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, N.Y. 13903
Registration: Email arts@thediscoverycenter.org

Build-A-Badge
Streamline your badge-building process! Swing by the front desk to grab the 'Build-a-Badge Binder' and embark on your Girl Scout badge adventure with ease while playing in the museum! This is an independent activity and does not require any additional staff help (but they will happily answer any questions that come up)!

Badges Offered: Animal Observer, Art and Design, Stem Career Explorer, Money Counts, Making Choices, Daisy Safety Award, Money Explorer, Sunny and Tula Petal Steps, Budget Builder, Fair Play, My Best Self, STEM Career Explorer

Cost: Free with Museum Admission (Admission is $10 per person)
Registration: No registration required

Troop Workshops
Calling all troops! Book your spot today for an unforgettable workshop experience paired with a full day of play! Workshops are 1-hour long and available Monday-Saturday.

Badges Offered: Shapes in Nature, Numbers in Nature, Design with Nature, STEM Career Exploration, Bugs Badge, Brownie First Aid, Art and Design, Making Friends

Cost: $12/Girl Scout; $10/adult

Discounted Admission:
Girl Scouts troops can receive a special group rate when they book ahead for a group of ten or more. Contact the Arts, Culture, and Education Coordinator at arts@thediscoverycenter.org to purchase discounted tickets.

Fun Patch:
Each visit to the Discovery Center offers an opportunity for discovery, exploration, and the creation of cherished memories. Cultivate diverse experiences with our fun patch program! This comprehensive five-piece collection celebrates every child’s involvement in the array of special events hosted at the Discovery Center. Girl Scouts that attend four culturally enriching events over the course of a year will receive a fun patch.

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Contact: Krista Callis
Email: foodrunner26@gmail.com
Phone: 607.444.2448
Website: goodneighborsny.org
Address: 1013 Front St., Vestal, N.Y. 13850
Levels: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors & Ambassadors (with troop leader or adult)

Volunteering with a food pantry can provide valuable learning experiences for Girl Scouts, fostering personal growth, empathy, and a sense of community responsibility. Girl Scout will assist with categorizing, inspecting and organizing, donated food items.

Volunteers can also participate in food drives, special events, and campaigns to collect additional donations for the pantry.

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Contact: Joe Schuerch
Email: jschuerch@phelpsmansion.org
Phone: 1.607.722.4873
Website: http://www.phelpsmansion.org
Address: 191 Court St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13901

Guided Tour of the Mansion

Girl Scout troops are invited for guided tours that will encourage them to make connections to local history while learning about the Age of Industrialism in Binghamton. Tours will focus on:

- Binghamton in the late part of the 19th century
- Families who lived in Phelps Mansion
- Preservation done by the Monday Afternoon Club
- Gilded and Progressive Era societies
- Industrial and technological advances during the late 19th century
- Interpretation of daily life between upper-class society and working-class society.

Cost: Girl Scouts under 12 $3.00; Girl Scouts 13-17 $5.00; Adults $5.00 (Price includes tour & 1 workshop activity)
Tour Duration: 1 hour

Art of Letter Writing Workshop

For those in the Gilded Era, letter writing occurred every day and it was important. Students will re-create late 19th-century handwriting using templates from popular copperplate scripts such as French, Palace, and Edwardian.
Duration: 30-40 minutes

Gilded Age Mail Order Workshop

Let's go shopping in the 19th century! Discover the effects of mass production and how catalogs created a shared shopping experience and standardized American culture.
Duration: 30-40 minutes

Inventions, Innovations, and Contraptions Workshop

Learn about the process of an inventor in the 19th century. Discover stories about local innovators from Binghamton, and see 19th century technologies throughout the mansion. Students will recreate inventions popular in the late 19th century.
Duration: 30-40 minutes

Let's Play 19th Century Games and Toys Workshop

It’s hard to imagine a time without televisions, or smart phones, or tablets…so when lessons were studied and chores were finished, what did children do for fun? Experience 19th century games and toys as they would have been played 150 years ago.
Duration: 30-40 minutes

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Contact: Becky Gelunas (Broome and Tioga Counties)
Email: rebecca.gelunas@broomecountyny.gov
Phone: 607.778.3919

CADETTE PUBLIC SPEAKER
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Unlock the secrets of using your unique voice, experiences, and perspective to reach community leaders, elected officials, community service groups, the news media, your peers, and more. In this dynamic workshop, you'll build essential skills and confidence to deliver a simple message with a powerful impact. Learn to master:
• Effective Communication: Utilize eye contact and body language to engage your audience.
• Message Crafting: Tailor your words to resonate with different groups.
• Connection Building: Develop the ability to connect with any person or group on a meaningful level.
By the end of this workshop, you'll feel empowered knowing you can speak to any audience and make a real connection. Join us and discover the power of your voice!

AMBASSADOR PUBLIC POLICY
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Ever wondered why so many tobacco shops pop up near schools? Or why smoking is banned in restaurants because it's dangerous, but people can still smoke in apartments where kids have to breathe it in? It doesn’t seem fair, right? Now's your chance to make a difference! Here's How You Can Take a Stand:

A. Know the Rules: Look into the laws and policies about tobacco sales and where people can smoke. Some places ban tobacco sales near schools, but the rules might not be strict enough.
B. Spot the Problems: Find out where current rules don’t protect people, like letting people smoke in apartments with kids nearby. Think about how these rules can be better.
C. Talk to Leaders: Share your ideas with local leaders, school boards, and community groups. They can help push for better rules.
D. Spread the Word: Use social media, school events, and community meetings to let others know about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke. Explain why stronger rules are needed.
E. Join Forces: Team up with youth groups like Reality Check that already fight against tobacco. They have resources and can amplify your voice.

By stepping up, you can help create a safer, healthier community for everyone, especially for kids and teens who are most at risk. Your voice matters—let’s make it heard!

🔴 🟠 🟣 Rescue Mission Binghamton Campus (Binghamton, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Volunteer Services
Email: volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website: https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!

Badge Opportunities

Daisy Friendly & Helpful Petal
There are many ways to be friendly and helpful in the community, especially by working with the Rescue Mission! Daisies can organize collection Drives for hygiene supplies or clothing. Why not decorate bags and placemats for the holidays or create art or cards for residents? You may also donate cookies or participate in one of our holiday cookie bakes—any of these options will put your love into action! Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

Daisy Considerate & Caring Petal
Show your consideration and caring for your community by coming to the Rescue Mission and participating in a service activity or by having us come to you! The Rescue Mission runs the largest emergency shelter in Onondaga County, the 192-bed Kiesewetter Emergency Shelter. Partner with us to collect supplies for our residents in need or another service project—reach out to learn more! Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

Use Resources Wisely Badge
Do you have old toys or worn out clothes you no longer need? Don’t throw them out—donate them to the Rescue Mission and help us divert over 14 million pounds of items from landfills each year. Contact us to learn more about ways Daisies can work with the Rescue Mission to reduce, reuse, and recycle.

Brownie Snacks Badge.
Did you know that our Clarence L. Jordan Food Service and Culinary Education Center in Syracuse serves a hot breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the year to anyone in need? Altogether, we serve up to 700 free meals a day and nearly a quarter-million meals a year! Partner with us to learn how to make different types of snacks and prepare them for our clients.

Brownie Digital Leadership
Technology plays an important role in helping the Rescue Mission to educate and inspire others, and to make the world a better place. Let us show you how you can be a better consumer of online information and together we can create content for change. Reach out to us to learn more!

Junior Practice with Purpose
One of the best ways to have fun with athletics while helping those in need is to prepare for and participate in the Rescue Mission’s Ride and Run event! This the Rescue Mission’s biggest fundraiser, and provides over 40,000 meals to those in need EVERY YEAR. Learn more about how you can participate by visiting Ride & Run for the Rescue – Rescue Mission (rescuemissionalliance.org)

Junior Simple Meals
The Rescue Mission prepares and serves nearly a quarter of a million meals annually at our Clarence L. Jordan Food Service and Culinary Education Center. Contact us for more information on how we can help you learn to prepare healthy breakfasts, lunches, and dinners for your family and friends.

Cadette New Cuisines
Would you not only like to learn about different cuisines but also how to prepare them? Come to the Rescue Mission’s Clarence L. Jordan Food Service and Culinary Education Center and let our experienced food service team teach you recipes for delicious international and historical dishes which you can then share with our clients. Please contact us to learn more about how together we can take your taste buds on an adventure!

Senior Eco Explorer
Did you realize you can complete steps 1, 3, 4, and 5 with the Rescue Mission/Thrifty Shopper? Our Social Enterprise clothing donation recycling program diverts over 14 million pounds of items from landfills each year. Learn more about Thrifty Shopper and Sustainability from leaders such as our Chief Social Enterprise Officer and Eco Explorer!

Senior Digital Leadership
Digital design and marketing, as well as social media, is an important area for our Development team. Earn this badge with us by focusing on an issue such as homelessness/housing insecurity or food insecurity. Each badge requirement can be met while looking at your issue through the lens of the Rescue Mission.

Senior Room Makeover
We are always in need of updating and refreshing of our various spaces. Whether you want to update your own room or if you would like to partner with us on remodeling a common room in shelter, for example. The possibilities are endless and you can get everything you need from our Thrifty Shopper and 3Fifteen stores!

Fun Patch

Rescue Mission Fun Patch

Earn a Rescue Mission Fun Patch by completing two hours of service or by doing a project with your troop! We will help your Girl Scouts to learn more about the plight of the homeless in our community and give them the tools needed to educate others on how they can help.

Volunteer Opportunities

Collection Drives
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Collection Drives for Hygiene Supplies, decorating bags and placemats for
holidays, creating art or cards for residents, donating cookies, holiday cookie bakes

On-Site Volunteering
Cadettes - Ambassadors (must be at least 12 years old and have adult within Girl Scout ratio) On site volunteering with an adult if 12+. Visit https://rescuemissionalliance.volunteerhub.com/vv2/ for more information about our volunteering opportunities or contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

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Contact: Olivia Gorman
Email: ogorman@rossparkzoo.org
Phone: 607.724.5461
Website: https://rossparkzoo.org/
Address: 60 Morgan Rd., Binghamton, N.Y. 13903
Register: Email Olivia at ogorman@rossparkzoo.org
Cost: $200 per guided tour (includes up to 20 individuals)
Duration: 2 hours

Our guided tour features an in-depth look at the animals at the zoo and provides special information about them that you wouldn't otherwise learn on a general visit to the zoo.

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Come have fun and learn budgeting and other financial wellness skills! All workshops are interactive and keep troops engaged with activities and games. Workshops will be compatible with age of troop members and give them to ability to grow with us!

Budget Builder (Brownie):
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!

Budget Maker (Junior):
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette):
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

Savvy Saver (Senior):
Plan out your future on your budget sheet after picking a career! Learn about planning, expenses, borrowing money, and then roll the dice for our game to see what life throws your way.

My Financial Planner (Ambassador):
Learn the ins and outs of real-life expenses, credit cards, and other loans. Then see how all these things play into your credit score plus more! Knowledge is power- know how to maintain your financial wellness.

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email: volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website: https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder: https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

Collection Drives
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Collection Drives for Hygiene Supplies, decorating bags and placemats for
holidays, creating art or cards for residents, donating cookies, holiday cookie bakes

On-Site Volunteering
Cadettes - Ambassadors (must be at least 12 years old and have adult within Girl Scout ratio) On site volunteering with an adult if 12+. Visit https://rescuemissionalliance.volunteerhub.com/vv2/ for more information about our volunteering opportunities or contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org.

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Contact: Dept. Financial Wellness
Email: education@visionsfcu.org
Address: 3301 Country Club Rd., Endwell, N.Y. 13760
Phone: 800.242.2100, ex. 10900
Website: www.visionsfcu.org
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

The guided tour of the Visions Federal Credit Union headquarters for Girl Scout troops offers an exciting glimpse into the world of finance. Girl Scouts will learn about money management, meet professionals, and gain insight into how credit unions work. Have meet and greets with department leaders that will show you all the behind-the-scenes action that takes place to keep the credit union running daily. It's a fun and educational opportunity for young minds to understand the importance of financial literacy in a friendly and engaging environment.

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Contact: Financial Wellness Department
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 ex. 10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of five participants

Financial knowledge is power, and our Financial Wellness team has created and compiled a variety of award-winning educational resources to help your Girl Scouts earn their Financial Literacy Badges. We have interactive programs, games and activities that can cater to each scout grade level and will be sure to leave your troops more financially educated while having fun at the same time.

Daisy My Money Choices
Learn the difference between your wants and needs. Discover what your wants and needs are by establishing goals in your money journey. Have fun playing an interactive game on how you would make choices in real-life situations.

Brownie My Own Budget
Review the costs of products and services and all the different methods you can use when spending your money every day. Learn the difference between your wants and needs and discover what your wants and needs are by establishing goals in your money journey. Together, you will learn about the many ways you can share your time and money with others.

Junior My Money Plan
Together, discover all the different ways you can earn money RIGHT NOW. Afterward, visit your local Visions branch and have one of our branch managers explain all the different jobs it takes to run a financial institution. Learn about the basics of taxes and how they help your community today and in the future. Review ways to earn money. Have fun with an interactive activity that will teach you about the differences between saving and investing. Learn about all the different types of insurance that you may encounter in your adult years and their benefits.

Cadette My Money Habits
Review the costs of products and services and all the different methods you can use when spending your money every day. Have fun playing interactive games about decision-making and the differences between saving and investing. Learn about the many reasons why people may make good and bad financial decisions.

Senior Savvy Saver
Together, discover all the different ways you can earn money RIGHT NOW. Have fun playing an interactive game on how you would make financial decisions in real-life situations. Take a crash course in credit and learn the importance of having a good credit score during your adult years.

Ambassador – My Financial Independence
With the end of high school approaching, it is time to learn to build healthy financial habits that will prepare your troops for financial independence. Learn the basics of budgeting, insurance and different ways to share your money while also enjoying a fun interactive game to win prizes.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Broome County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Rachel Gleason
Email: rgleason@challenge-island.com
Phone: 315.309.4800
Website: Challenge-Island.com/CNY
Registration: Email our Director, Rachel Gleason, at rgleason@challenge-island.com or call 315.309.4800
Cost: $15 per Girl Scout per hour.
*Discount pricing for troops of 25 girls or more. Combining troops of the same level is welcome to gain access to discount pricing.

Challenge Island is a high energy, high-interest, hands-on enrichment program on the cutting edge of S.T.E.A.M Education, Project-Based Learning and 21st Century Skills.

Girl Scouts of all ages can join us for some STEAMtastic workshops sure to keep your troop engaged and learning the whole way through.

Daisy Programs Offered
Daisy Triple Automotive Badges (3 hours)
Daisy Toy Business Designer Badge (1.5 hours)
Daisy Triple Mechanical Engineer Badges (3 hours)
Daisy Kindness & Caring for All Workshop (3 hours)

Brownie Programs Offered
Brownie Triple Automotive Badges (3 hours)
Brownie Inventor Badge (1 hour)
Brownie Budding Entrepreneur (2 hours)
Brownie Home Scientist (3 hours)
Brownie Triple Mechanical Engineer Badges (2 hours)
Brownie Making Games (2 hours)

Junior Programs Offered
Junior Triple Automotive Badges (3 hours)
Junior Business Jumpstart Badge (1.5 hours)
Junior Space Science Badge (2 hours)
Junior Playing in the Past Badge (2.5 hours)
Junior Animal Habitats (2 hours)
Junior Triple Mechanical Engineer Badges (2 hours)

Cadette Programs Offered
Cadette Marketing Badge (3 hours)
Cadette Entrepreneur Badge (3 hours)
Cadette Comic Artist (3 hours)

*Programs can be done at one time or spread over the course of a couple of meetings.

Challenge Island brings all the materials, the teacher and the fun! Official Girl Scout Badges must be purchased by the troop separately.

**Virtual workshops available. We travel to Onondaga and Cayuga Counties, outside counties can inquire, but fees may apply.

Fun Patch
Fun patches are included with each workshop.

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Contact: Elizabeth Balfour
Email: ebalfour@cnylymealliance.org
Phone: 315.551.2553
Website: https://cnylymealliance.org/
Cost: Free

CNY Lyme & Tick-borne Disease Alliance’s experienced educators promote tick-borne disease prevention education, provide reliable resources and answer questions with active and engaging presentations. Girl Scouts of all levels will know how to access, assess and apply valid tick-borne disease prevention methods and share their knowledge.

Program times vary and can be offered in-person, hybrid or virtually. Free in-person events are available in Cayuga, Madison, Onondaga and Oswego Counties. In-person events are available in other counties.

Email ebalfour@cnylymealliance.org to inquire about pricing.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Kendall Klement
Email: kklement@caafl.org
Phone: 315-719-8204
Website: https://councilonalcoholismfingerlakes.org/
Girl Scout Levels: Varies by Program (Options available for all levels)
Location: Finger Lakes Region
Cost: Free

Programs can be scheduled as a one-time session or as a series.

The Botvin Life Skills Program (Grades 3-12)
The Botvin Life Skills Program is an evidence-based program for youth and young adults that improves core areas of decision-making, self-esteem, healthy relationships, communication & social skills, bully & violence prevention, conflict resolution skills, and coping with strong emotions & peer pressure.

SPORT (Grades K-12)
SPORT is a motivational presentation for youth K-12 that focuses on increasing wellness enhancing behaviors. It is a strengths-based program that works on substance use prevention though positive self-image in conjunction with physical activity, sports participation, healthy eating, getting adequate sleep, and practicing stress control.

PreVenture (Grades K-12)
PreVenture is an evidence-based program focused on prevention that uses brief, personality-focused workshops to promote mantal health and delay substance use among youth. The goal of the program is to increase self-efficacy and cognitive behavioral skills for youth to help them cope with developmental challenges such as school stress, peer pressure, interpersonal conflict, and identity development in a healthy and positive way.

IMPC: I Am Perfectly Chill (Grades K-12)*
A skills-based coaching program that helps youth gain control over their emotions, manage anger and stress, and respond to challenges with calm, confident decision-making.

*This program can also be scheduled for adults

ON-TRACK: Youth Empowerment Coaching Program (Grades K-12)
ON-TRACK is a seven-part coaching initiative that is designed to help young people learn practical ways to improve abilities and set goals, improve interpersonal skills, and make choices that will get them ‘ON-TRACK’ to a bright future. This coaching uses interactive activities, self-reflection, and accountability

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Email: events@countrymax.com
Cost: $10 per participant, 8 minimum signups / 20 Maximum signups
Levels: Daisies to Juniors

Come meet the pets at CountryMax! This is the perfect trip for Brownies looking to complete their pet’s badge, but any Girl Scout is welcome to attend. This program gives Girl Scouts the opportunity to not only learn about our furry and scaly friends, but meet them, as well. Take a tour of our animal rooms, learn some awesome facts about the animals we have, make a craft for some of our animals and even pet some of our friendly animals!

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Contact: Ivy Lewis, Outreach Coordinator CNY
Email: ilewis@epiny.org
Phone: 315.477.9777 ext. 4906
Website: https://www.epiny.org/
Locations: Cayuga, Cortland, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, & Onondaga counties
Cost: Free

Empowering People’s Independence (EPI) Epilepsy Alliance promotes epilepsy awareness and educates people on how epilepsy can impact youth outside of their additional medical needs. Girl Scouts of all levels will learn: the difference between a seizure and epilepsy; the different types of epilepsy; what to do when someone has a seizure; and the connection between having epilepsy and increased childhood bullying.

Programs are available in-person and online at no cost in Cayuga, Cortland, Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, and Onondaga counties. In-person educational trainings can be scheduled for groups of 5+ youth and at least 1 adult.

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On-Demand Programming
Contact: Katie Colella
Email: streetrodchick@gmail.com
Phone: 585.880.6182
Website: Pretty-Powerful.org
Location: Based in Palmyra but will travel up to 50 miles for badge programs
Cost: Free

Pretty Powerful Inc. empowers women and girls by providing hands-on, confidence-building experiences in life skills, personal development and automotive care. We believe every woman deserves to feel capable, prepared and powerful—whether in the classroom, workplace or under the hood of her own car. By creating space for skill-building, storytelling and self-belief, we’re building a generation of women who know they belong in every space—including male-dominated industries like automotive and trades.

Automotive classes provide Girl Scouts with all essential information and skills needed to earn the following badges: Daisy Automotive 1, 2, & 3; Brownie Automotive 1, 2, & 3; Junior Automotive 1, 2, & 3; Senior Car Care

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Contact: Camryn Chaffee (Onondaga, Cayuga, and Oswego Counties)
Email: camrynchaffee@ongov.net
Phone: 315.435.3280 ext. 4607

CADETTE PUBLIC SPEAKER
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Unlock the secrets of using your unique voice, experiences, and perspective to reach community leaders, elected officials, community service groups, the news media, your peers, and more. In this dynamic workshop, you'll build essential skills and confidence to deliver a simple message with a powerful impact. Learn to master:
• Effective Communication: Utilize eye contact and body language to engage your audience.
• Message Crafting: Tailor your words to resonate with different groups.
• Connection Building: Develop the ability to connect with any person or group on a meaningful level.
By the end of this workshop, you'll feel empowered knowing you can speak to any audience and make a real connection. Join us and discover the power of your voice!

AMBASSADOR PUBLIC POLICY
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Ever wondered why so many tobacco shops pop up near schools? Or why smoking is banned in restaurants because it's dangerous, but people can still smoke in apartments where kids have to breathe it in? It doesn’t seem fair, right? Now's your chance to make a difference! Here's How You Can Take a Stand:

A. Know the Rules: Look into the laws and policies about tobacco sales and where people can smoke. Some places ban tobacco sales near schools, but the rules might not be strict enough.
B. Spot the Problems: Find out where current rules don’t protect people, like letting people smoke in apartments with kids nearby. Think about how these rules can be better.
C. Talk to Leaders: Share your ideas with local leaders, school boards, and community groups. They can help push for better rules.
D. Spread the Word: Use social media, school events, and community meetings to let others know about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke. Explain why stronger rules are needed.
E. Join Forces: Team up with youth groups like Reality Check that already fight against tobacco. They have resources and can amplify your voice.

By stepping up, you can help create a safer, healthier community for everyone, especially for kids and teens who are most at risk. Your voice matters—let’s make it heard!

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email: volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website: https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!

Badge Opportunities

Daisy Friendly & Helpful Petal

There are many ways to be friendly and helpful in the community, especially by working with the Rescue Mission! Daisies can organize collection Drives for hygiene supplies or clothing. Why not decorate bags and placemats for the holidays or create art or cards for residents? You may also donate cookies or participate in one of our holiday cookie bakes—any of these options will put your love into action! Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

Daisy Make the World a Better Place Petal
Making the world a better place starts with helping your community! Partner with the Rescue Mission’s Thrifty Shopper branch to learn about our Social Enterprise work, which is centered around Clothing Donation Recycling. Be a changemaker and help us promote our efforts to divert over 14 million pounds of items from landfills each year. Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

Daisy Considerate & Caring Petal
Show your consideration and caring for your community by coming to the Rescue Mission and participating in a service activity or by having us come to you! The Rescue Mission runs the largest emergency shelter in Onondaga County, the 192-bed Kiesewetter Emergency Shelter. Partner with us to collect supplies for our residents in need or another service project—reach out to learn more! Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

Use Resources Wisely Badge
Do you have old toys or worn out clothes you no longer need? Don’t throw them out—donate them to the Rescue Mission and help us divert over 14 million pounds of items from landfills each year. Contact us to learn more about ways Daisies can work with the Rescue Mission to reduce, reuse, and recycle.

Brownie Snacks Badge
Did you know that our Clarence L. Jordan Food Service and Culinary Education Center in Syracuse serves a hot breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the year to anyone in need? Altogether, we serve up to 700 free meals a day and nearly a quarter-million meals a year! Partner with us to learn how to make different types of snacks and prepare them for our clients.

Fun Patch

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Volunteer Opportunities

Collection Drives
Daisy-Ambassador
Collection Drives for Hygiene Supplies, decorating bags and placemats for
holidays, creating art or cards for residents, donating cookies, holiday cookie bakes

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Website: sewardhouse.org
Discounted Girl Scout Rate: $8 individually or $6/person for groups over 10

We invite you to visit the Seward House Museum, the historic home of William Henry Seward and his family. Serving as a New York State Senator, Governor of New York, a U.S. Senator, and as Secretary of State in the Lincoln and Johnson administrations, Seward was one of the foremost politicians of nineteenth-century America.

Our knowledgeable staff is on-hand providing guided tours to help you navigate the many fascinating aspects of this beautifully preserved home that houses one of the largest original collections in the United States. Enjoy masterpieces of American art and special exhibitions in both the historic house and the museum’s gardens.

Visit sewardhouse.org for more information!

Fun patch available for purchase on-site

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email:  volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website:  https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder:  https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

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Contact: Logan Fetterman
Email: lfetterman@verahouse.org
Phone: 607.759.2421
Website: https://www.verahouse.org

These on-demand badge workshops can be scheduled at no cost in Onondaga County. Cayuga, Cortland, Madison and Oswego counties can schedule their workshops for a small fee.

Brownie Making Friends Badge
The 1-hour “Making Friends & Respecting Boundaries” workshop explores how to be a kind, respectful friend and introduces age-appropriate conflict resolution and boundary setting skills.

Junior Uniquely Us Badge
The 1-hour “Being Uniquely You & Avoiding Comparison” workshop explores building self-confidence, avoiding comparison in-person and on social media, respecting boundaries and supporting friends. Girl Scouts will practice positive self-talk and learn to navigate conversations about these topics among their peers.

Cadette Outside the Mirror Badge
The 1-hour “Media, Confidence & Healthy Boundaries” workshop creates an understanding of how media can impact society’s beauty standards. Girl Scouts will practice embracing authenticity and learn how to navigate setting physical, emotional and digital boundaries in situations where they may experience peer pressure.

Senior Mind, Body, Me
The 1-hour “Mind, Body, Me: Stress, Self-Care & Boundaries” workshop will help Girl Scouts understand the mind-body connection. They will learn to identify how stress feels both mentally and within their physical bodies. They will also explore the negative impacts stress can have on themselves and their relationships with others. Girl Scouts will engage in age-appropriate discussions about consent, setting boundaries and healthy vs. unhealthy relationships.

Ambassador Cheers for Every Body
The 1-hour “Confidence, Boundaries & Real-World Readiness” workshop will strengthen Girl Scouts’ confidence and self-expression. They will learn how to stay true to themselves in uncomfortable situations and practice how they can also be helpful bystanders when others are in unsafe or uncomfortable situations.

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Contact: Joseph Amsili
Email: jpa28@cornell.edu
Website: www.youthfarmproject.org/volunteer

Volunteers of all ages are invited to the farm on the 4th Saturday of every month 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., from April to October. Adults must accompany youth within ratio. Contact Joseph to sign up!

Visit www.youthfarmproject.org/volunteer for more information!

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Cayuga County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Email: educator@chemungvalleymuseum.org
Address: 415 East Water St., Elmira, N.Y. 14901
Website: chemungvalleymuseum.org
Cost: $5 per Girl Scout (includes museum admission)
Duration: 1 hour

Tour the Chemung County Historical Society to experience hands-on activities, time in the galleries and a tailored experience to bring history to life! Troop leaders can select special topics or choose from the following themes: Victorian pocket puzzles, Mark Twain and writer’s tools, history of toys, natural disasters, art in the collection, weaving, all about museums, local notable people, abolitionism, architecture and colonial crafts.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

🔴 🟢 Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes, Inc. (Horseheads, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Katie Strickler, Vice President of Youth Philanthropy
Email: cmm@communityfund.org
Phone: 607.739.3900
Address: On-location programming is available (Chemung, Schuyler, or Steuben counties within 50-mile radius of Corning) or on-site at the Community Foundation Office at 301 S Main St, Horseheads, N.Y.
Cost: Free, badges provided
Duration: 45 minutes – 1 hour

Daisy: My Money Choices
Become a philanthropist and make a $100 grant to a local charity! Girl Scouts will help your local Community Foundation by identifying the wants and needs of our community. Girl Scouts will learn about services provided by community organizations and how people can choose to donate their money to make an impact in our world. On behalf of the Girl Scouts, the Community Foundation will make a grant to an organization selected by the Troop.

Brownie: My Own Budget
Become a philanthropist and make a $100 grant to a local charity! Girl Scouts will help your local Community Foundation by identifying the wants and needs of our community. Girl Scouts will learn about services provided by community organizations and how people can choose to donate their money to make an impact in our world. Girl Scouts will learn about how budgets are written for a grant and make decisions on what to buy with the grant. On behalf of the Girl Scouts, the Community Foundation will make a grant to an organization selected by the Troop.

Unique Experience: Grant Proposal Pioneer
As an organization that provides grant money to local nonprofits for their great ideas, we want to help support the great ideas of Girl Scouts! We will explore different ways Girl Scouts can fund their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award Projects or community service projects – focusing on funding provided by grants. In this Grant-Writing Workshop, Girl Scouts will learn about philanthropy and the role it has in our community. Girl Scouts will come prepared with an idea for a community service project that will help a community issue and write a grant for up to $250 to fund the project. At the end of the workshop, Girl Scouts will become Grant Proposal Pioneers and have successfully submitted a grant to fund their project.

Levels: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

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Contact: Carol English
Email: cje48@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.366.0833 x2
Levels: Cadette to Ambassador
Cost: Free
Duration: 1.5 hours

Programming is offered on location.

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Contact: Karen Charnetski
Email: outreachcoordinator@chemungriverfriends.org
Phone: 607.846.2242

Daisy Eco Learning Badge: We will learn how to be prepared to protect nature before we go outdoors, how to keep living things safe when we walk in nature, and how to protect nature from trash. $7 per Girl Scout (includes badge) Min: 5 Girl Scouts Max: 20 Girl Scouts

Brownie Bugs Badge: Learn about all the cool bugs that live in the Chemung River. These bugs, called macroinvertebrates, are not only cool to look at, they also can tell us a lot about our water quality! $7 per Girl Scout (includes badge) Min: 5 Girl Scouts Max: 20 Girl Scouts

River Clean-Up: We will meet to discuss how pollution ends up in the river, and do a one-hour cleanup at a location in Elmira, NY, Chemung County, or Corning, NY, Steuben County. This program is free for all levels and all supplies are provided. Min: 5 Girl Scouts, Max: 30 Girl Scouts

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Contact: Katie Huss
Email: info@soaringmuseum.org
Website: https://www.soaringmuseum.org/
Address: 51 Soaring Hill Dr., Elmira, N.Y. 14903
Cost: Badge programs are free with admission to the museum—$4/youth and $8/adult. (Badges are not included in the admission cost.)

Badges Offered
STEM Career Exploration (Daisy/Brownie/Junior)
Space Science (Daisy/Brownie/Junior)
Mechanical Engineering II: Fling Flyer Design Challenge (Brownie)

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Contact: Maggie Groce
Email: volunteer.tanglewood@gmail.com
Phone: 607.732.6060
Website: http://www.tanglewoodnaturecenter.com
Address: 443 Coleman Ave., Elmira, N.Y. 14901

Tanglewood could not function without volunteers helping us in many different ways! This includes mulching on the trails, cleaning the trails of trash/invasive species, lopping/trimming trails, painting picnic tables/items for our Children's Sensory Trail, and other tasks that come up.

Other opportunities include cleaning in the museum building/lodge building or animal care depending on the time of year/organization needs (not guaranteed).

Opportunities Available April - October (Tuesday - Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

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Email: tcsoloperformer1@gmail.com
Website: Tim Collins Solo Performer (timcollinsonline.com)
Cost: $25 to $50 per session/troop. Additional travel fees outside Chemung & Steuben County.

Badges Offered:

Cadette Public Speaker: Find your voice and become a powerful public speaker! Participants will explore an exciting range of theater games in this fun, no-pressure session. Girl Scouts will learn techniques to help overcome stage fright and gain self-confidence.

Duration: 45-60 minutes.

Junior Scribe: Explore your creative side and start writing! This creatively nourishing and inspiring session will allow Girl Scouts to try out a variety of creative writing and journaling exercises. Participants will write and share poetry, short stories, and scenes, and work with their fellow Girl Scouts to create a collaborative writing project.

Duration: 60-75 minutes.

Senior Novelist: Put your stories on the page! This in-depth session provides guided creative writing activities that will help aspiring writers craft compelling stories and create memorable characters. Participating Girl Scouts will learn ways to strengthen their creative voice and make their writing come alive.

Duration: 60 minutes.

Senior Troupe Performer: This immersive class will provide Girl Scouts with a memorable session designed to develop and improve stage presence and acting technique. Participants will try out a selection of vocal warm-ups, public speaking activities, acting exercises, and will get to prepare and perform a monologue or scene for fellow Girl Scouts. Ideal for both those new to acting and those with performance experience.

Duration: 60-90 minutes.

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Contact: Emily Hoffman
Email: emily.hoffman@rosewellpark.org
Phone: 607.621.7648
Locations: Schuyler, Chemung & Steuben counties

Cadette Public Speaker
Research the facts about the tobacco industry and learn how you can educate local legislators on the issues that matter to you. Create a speech that connects with your audience and build your confidence by practicing in front of others. For your final performance, speak with local legislators about your topic.

Senior Truth Seeker
Learn how to spot the difference between AI and reality. Verify the information you’re consuming by identifying reliable sources. Investigate how your community is covering tobacco-related stories in your area—are they also verifying their information? Practice your reporting skills by reaching out to the people in charge of sharing those stories and explain your own findings in a letter, social media post, etc.

Ambassador Public Policy
Research the worldwide impact of the tobacco industry and explore different methods used by activists to change the communities around them. Get involved locally by organizing a trash clean-up, retail observation or by writing to local legislators about an issue you discovered. See what others are doing to create change—attend government meetings or public hearings, watch recordings of legislative sessions or engage with local advocacy groups.

These workshops will cover most of the steps needed to complete the listed badge. Resources will be provided for any additional independent work that needs to be completed after the initial workshop.

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Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Financial knowledge is power, and our Financial Wellness team has created and compiled a variety of award-winning educational resources to help your Girl Scouts earn their Financial Literacy Badges. We have interactive programs, games and activities that can cater to each scout grade level and will be sure to leave your troops more financially educated while having fun at the same time.

Daisy - My Money Choices
Learn the difference between your wants and needs. Discover what your wants and needs are by establishing goals in your own money journey. Have fun playing an interactive game on how you would make choices in real life situations.

Brownie - My Own Budget
Review the costs of products and services and all the different methods you can use when spending your money every day. Learn the difference between your wants and needs and discover what your wants and needs are by establishing goals in your own money journey. Together, you will learn about the many ways you can share your time and money with others.

Junior - My Money Plan
Together, discover all the different ways you can earn money RIGHT NOW. Afterwards, visit your local Visions branch and have one of our branch managers explain all the different jobs it takes to run a financial institution. Learn about the basics of taxes and how they help your community today and in the future. Review ways to earn money. Have fun with an interactive activity that will teach you about the differences between saving and investing. Learn about all the different types of insurance that you may encounter in your adult years and their benefits.

Cadette - My Money Habits
Review the costs of products and services and all the different methods you can use when spending your money every day. Have fun playing interactive games about decision making and the differences between saving and investing. Learn about the many reasons why people may make good and bad financial decisions.

Senior - Savvy Saver
Together, discover all the different ways you can earn money RIGHT NOW. Have fun playing an interactive game on how you would make financial decisions in real life situations. Take a crash course in credit and learn the importance of having a good creditscore during your adult years.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Chemung County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Kirsten Spear
Email: programs@chenangohistorical.org
Address: 45 Rexford Street, Norwich, N.Y. 13815
Cost: $5 per Girl Scout; adults/chaperones are free

Explore local traditions and culture with a guided tour of the Chenango County Historical Society. Sessions and exhibits feature pre-history, Native American culture, pioneer living and westward expansion, Victorian influences, the discovery of electricity and its impact, a lesson in the Ross Schoolhouse, the role of the Chenango Canal and the influence of local agriculture, including a tour of our Loomis Barn exhibits.

Group visits and tours should be scheduled in advance by emailing programs@chenangohistorical.org.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Programming is offered on location.

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Contact: Kirsten Spear
Email: foxtrailfarmny@gmail.com
Website: facebook.com/fox.trail.farm.ny/
Address: 776 County Road 42, South Otselic, N.Y. 13155

Pick-your-own blueberries are available mid-July through mid-August. Time with Kirsten can also be scheduled to learn about entrepreneurship and the daily business functions of the farm.

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Contact: Rose Walsh (Cortland, Tompkins, and Chenango Counties)
Email: rwalsh@cortlandcountyny.gov
Phone: 607.753.5250

CADETTE PUBLIC SPEAKER
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Unlock the secrets of using your unique voice, experiences, and perspective to reach community leaders, elected officials, community service groups, the news media, your peers, and more. In this dynamic workshop, you'll build essential skills and confidence to deliver a simple message with a powerful impact. Learn to master:
• Effective Communication: Utilize eye contact and body language to engage your audience.
• Message Crafting: Tailor your words to resonate with different groups.
• Connection Building: Develop the ability to connect with any person or group on a meaningful level.
By the end of this workshop, you'll feel empowered knowing you can speak to any audience and make a real connection. Join us and discover the power of your voice!

AMBASSADOR PUBLIC POLICY
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Ever wondered why so many tobacco shops pop up near schools? Or why smoking is banned in restaurants because it's dangerous, but people can still smoke in apartments where kids have to breathe it in? It doesn’t seem fair, right? Now's your chance to make a difference! Here's How You Can Take a Stand:

A. Know the Rules: Look into the laws and policies about tobacco sales and where people can smoke. Some places ban tobacco sales near schools, but the rules might not be strict enough.
B. Spot the Problems: Find out where current rules don’t protect people, like letting people smoke in apartments with kids nearby. Think about how these rules can be better.
C. Talk to Leaders: Share your ideas with local leaders, school boards, and community groups. They can help push for better rules.
D. Spread the Word: Use social media, school events, and community meetings to let others know about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke. Explain why stronger rules are needed.
E. Join Forces: Team up with youth groups like Reality Check that already fight against tobacco. They have resources and can amplify your voice.

By stepping up, you can help create a safer, healthier community for everyone, especially for kids and teens who are most at risk. Your voice matters—let’s make it heard!

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Builder (Brownie)
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!
Cost: Free
Workshop Duration: 1 hour
Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Maker (Junior)
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette)
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

Savvy Saver (Senior)
Plan out your future on your budget sheet after picking a career! Learn about planning, expenses, borrowing money, and then roll the dice for our game to see what life throws your way.

My Financial Planner (Ambassador)
Learn the ins and outs of real-life expenses, credit cards, and other loans. Then see how all these things play into your credit score plus more! Knowledge is power- know how to maintain your financial wellness.

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Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Chenango County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Melissa Grabowski
Email: melissa@cnydiaperbank.org
Register: cnydiaperbank.org > Get Involved > Volunteer
Levels: Daisy to Ambassador (within Girl Scout ratios)

The mission of the CNY Diaper Bank is to ensure that all CNY families have access to an adequate supply of diapers for their babies and toddlers, and to build awareness in our community that diapers are a basic human need not being met for all children. Our volunteer-run organization was founded in 2016 to assist low-income families with diapers. Diapers are not covered by WIC or SNAP benefits and 1 out of 2 children in Syracuse are living below the poverty line. We work with 50 local partners to pair diapers with critical services for families to access and to encourage them to engage with these beneficial programs. Our partners include food pantries, healthcare clinics, community action partnerships and church outreach programs.

Since 2016, over 8 million diapers have been distributed and we reach 3,500+ babies every single month. We are the only source of emergency diapers in CNY and we provide the only basic need that is not supported by safety net programs.

Volunteers are essential to our success. They are pivotal in organizing diaper drives in the community and also come into our facility to help wrap diapers for distribution. Diapers are distributed in Onondaga, Madison, Cortland, and Seneca counties. The facility is located in Onondaga County.

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Contact: Teri Thorington
Email: tthorington@cortlandcountyny.gov
Levels: All
Cost: Free

The Story Exchange
Come join us at the Age Well Center and connect with the wonderful older adults in our community! This engaging and meaningful activity brings generations together to collaborate on a simple project while earning a badge. Each Girl Scout will be paired with an older adult to help them write their memoir, giving scouts the chance to learn from their life experiences and stories.

Along the way, Girl Scouts will build handwriting and social skills while forming new connections and friendships. This activity takes place at the Age Well Center in Cortland and can be scheduled any time before 1:00 p.m. All group sizes can be accommodated.

Get ready to listen to some delightful stories—and share a few of your own too!

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Contact: Jennifer Sylstra
Email: jsylstra@familycs.org
Phone: 607.756.8970 x260
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Gizmo’s Pawesome Guide to Mental Health© supports the mental health and wellness of youth through Gizmo’s friendly messaging by:

- Introducing the concept of mental health and how to care for their mental health daily.

- Identifying when one’s mental health needs attention and how to use healthy coping strategies, which includes identifying and connecting with trusted adults.

The Guide also includes a personalized mental health plan, fun activities, and resources trusted adults can use to help the youth in their lives.

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Email: events@countrymax.com
Cost: $10 per participant, 8 minimum signups / 20 Maximum signups
Levels: Daisies to Juniors

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Contact: Beth Greenwood
Email: beth00mike@gmail.com
Phone: 315.396.6216
Website: https://www.lwvcortlandcounty.org/

Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and the League of Women Voters (LWV) are teaming up to build civically engaged girls of courage, confidence and character. Connect with your local league to get involved in a multitude of ways.

Girl Scouts can earn the following badges: Democracy for Daisies, Democracy for Brownies, Democracy for Juniors, Democracy for Cadettes, Democracy for Seniors, Senior Behind the Ballot, Ambassador Public Policy and Democracy for Ambassadors.

Volunteer alongside your local league’s members and contribute to the national service project “Promote the Vote.” LWV helps people register to vote and become civically engaged citizens—and you can too! The League also has civic education presentations to help youth understand why voting is important and the process of voting. Reach out to your local league to find out about upcoming tabling opportunities.

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Builder (Brownie)
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!

Budget Maker (Junior)
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette)
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

Savvy Saver (Senior)
Plan out your future on your budget sheet after picking a career! Learn about planning, expenses, borrowing money and then roll the dice for our game to see what life throws your way.

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email:  volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website:  https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder:  https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

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Contact: Logan Fetterman
Email: lfetterman@verahouse.org
Phone: 607.759.2421
Website: https://www.verahouse.org

These on-demand badge workshops can be scheduled at no cost in Onondaga County. Cayuga, Cortland, Madison and Oswego counties can schedule their workshops for a small fee.

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Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Financial knowledge is power, and our Financial Wellness team has created and compiled a variety of award-winning educational resources to help your Girl Scouts earn their Financial Literacy Badges. We have interactive programs, games and activities that can cater to each scout grade level and will be sure to leave your troops more financially educated while having fun at the same time.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Cortland County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Sam Edel
Email: se379@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.366.0833 x3
Levels: Cadette to Ambassador
Cost: Free
Duration: 1.5 hours

Programming is offered on location.

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Builder (Brownie)
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!

Budget Maker (Junior)
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette)
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Delaware County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Deb Grogan
Phone: 315-735-8571 ext. 1115
Contact: Rachael Zielenski
Phone: 315-735-8571 ext. 1334
Email: financialeducation@fsource.org
Website: www.fsource.org
Address: Multiple Locations
Girl Scout Level: Daisy-Ambassador
Cost: Free

Badge Programs:
Financial Education is fun! First Source offers hands-on, interactive presentations for all levels of Girl Scouts looking to earn their Financial Wellness and/or Financial Empowerment badge(s). Badges offered: Money Explorer, My Money Choices, Budget Builder, My Own Budget, Budget Maker, My Money Plan, Budget Manager, My Money Habits, My Dream Budget, Savvy Saver, My Financial Power, My Financial Planner and My Financial Independence. Presentations can happen at a First Source branch (during business hours), or they can travel to you (if located in Oneida, Herkimer or Madison counties)! Email financialeducation@fsource.org to schedule you workshop presentation.

Fun Patch:
Take a tour of a First Source branch and learn how to budget while making a First Source Bracelet! Business hours when tours are available may vary by location and day of the week. Email financialeducation@fsource.org to schedule your tour.

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Herkimer Home State Historic Site
Phone: 315.823.0398
Website: Herkimer Home State Historic Site (ny.gov)
Address: 200 State Rte. 169, Little Falls, N.Y. 13365

Guided tours are available Wednesday through Sunday, from Memorial Day through Columbus Day. The tours run every hour on the hour beginning at 10 a.m., with the last tour leaving the visitor center at 4 p.m. Group tours of ten or more are available by advanced reservation. Please call the site at 315.823.0398 to make a reservation.

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Contact: Valaria Webb (Oneida, Madison, and Herkimer Counties)
Email: vwebb@bridgescouncil.org
Phone: 315.697.3947

CADETTE PUBLIC SPEAKER
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Unlock the secrets of using your unique voice, experiences, and perspective to reach community leaders, elected officials, community service groups, the news media, your peers, and more. In this dynamic workshop, you'll build essential skills and confidence to deliver a simple message with a powerful impact. Learn to master:
• Effective Communication: Utilize eye contact and body language to engage your audience.
• Message Crafting: Tailor your words to resonate with different groups.
• Connection Building: Develop the ability to connect with any person or group on a meaningful level.
By the end of this workshop, you'll feel empowered knowing you can speak to any audience and make a real connection. Join us and discover the power of your voice!

AMBASSADOR PUBLIC POLICY
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Ever wondered why so many tobacco shops pop up near schools? Or why smoking is banned in restaurants because it's dangerous, but people can still smoke in apartments where kids have to breathe it in? It doesn’t seem fair, right? Now's your chance to make a difference! Here's How You Can Take a Stand:

A. Know the Rules: Look into the laws and policies about tobacco sales and where people can smoke. Some places ban tobacco sales near schools, but the rules might not be strict enough.
B. Spot the Problems: Find out where current rules don’t protect people, like letting people smoke in apartments with kids nearby. Think about how these rules can be better.
C. Talk to Leaders: Share your ideas with local leaders, school boards, and community groups. They can help push for better rules.
D. Spread the Word: Use social media, school events, and community meetings to let others know about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke. Explain why stronger rules are needed.
E. Join Forces: Team up with youth groups like Reality Check that already fight against tobacco. They have resources and can amplify your voice.

By stepping up, you can help create a safer, healthier community for everyone, especially for kids and teens who are most at risk. Your voice matters—let’s make it heard!

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Phone: 315.369.6145
Website: watersafari.com
Address: 3183 NY-28, Old Forge, N.Y. 13420

NYPENN25 is the promo code to be used by your Girl Scouts and their families to purchase Enchanted Forest Water Safari discount tickets online & print at home valid for use any one day between June 11-27, 2025, and August 18, 2025 – September 1, 2025 only. Children ages 2 and under are FREE.

Visit this link to purchase tickets!

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Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways, Inc., tickets are subject to our no rain check, no refund policy. Enchanted Forest Water Safari is not responsible for lost, destroyed or stolen tickets.

This discount is only available for online purchase and will not be offered at the gate nor can it be combined with any other discounts or coupons.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Herkimer County, send them this form!

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Contact: Richard Drake
Email: abay904ssp@gmail.com
Phone: 585.690.4870
Address: 9 Rock Street, Alexandria Bay, N.Y. 13607
Website: abay904shootingsports.org
Cost: Starting at $10 per Girl Scout, varies by program length

BB Guns (Ages 8-12)
The BB rifles used have an upgraded barrel and target sight, which increases accuracy. The youth shoot at a distance of five meters at the NRA BB Gun target. All four positions are taught (prone, sitting, kneeling and standing). In the process of practicing, the shooters earn NRA Qualification patches and awards for BB gun. There are also opportunities to enter monthly matches. A parent is required to stay with the youth.

Air Riffles (Ages 12-18)
It is divided into two categories. The first is “Sporter”. We use the Crossman Challenger PCP air rifle, which is very accurate. The second category is “Precision”, which is what you see in the Olympics. The youth shoot at a distance of 10 meters at the NRA AR-5/10 target. Your goal is to hit the pencil dot!! All three positions are taught (prone, kneeling and standing). In the process of practicing, the shooters earn NRA Qualification patches and awards for air rifle. There are also opportunities to enter monthly matches. A parent is required to stay with the youth.

Air Pistols (Ages 12-18)
There are four different styles of air pistols to use. The targets are shot at a distance of 10 meters. Youth follow the NRA Qualification program that involves shooting seated, standing supported and non-supported, two-handed and one-handed. Participants earn Qualification patches and awards. There are opportunities to enter monthly matches. A parent is required to stay with the youth.

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Email: drmm-bod@navyfederal.org
Address: 26403 Johnson Rd., Evans Mills, N.Y.
Girl Scout Level: Daisy-Ambassador
Cost: Free

Financial Education is fun! Navy Federal Credit Union offers hands-on, interactive presentations for all levels of Girl Scouts looking to earn their Financial Wellness and/or Financial Empowerment badge(s). Badges offered: Money Explorer, My Money Choices, Budget Builder, My Own Budget, Budget Maker, My Money Plan, Budget Manager, My Money Habits, My Dream Budget, Savvy Saver, My Financial Power, My Financial Planner and My Financial Independence.

Girl Scouts can visit the credit union to complete their badge, or Navy Federal Credit Union staff can come to your troop meeting or event if you are located in Jefferson County. A virtual presentation also can be arranged for troops farther away.

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Contact: Constance Barone
Email: Constance.Barone@parks.ny.gov
Phone: 315.646.3634
Website: Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site (ny.gov)
Address: 504 W. Main St., Sackets Harbor, N.Y. 13685

Seasonally, staff and volunteers provide interpretation through living history, indoor and outdoor exhibits, guided or self-guided tours, and programs by guest presenters. The restored 1850's Navy Yard and Commandant's House, along with exhibits in the former farmstead, and the National Recreation Trail, offer diverse opportunities to learn about the people who helped make Sackets Harbor a significant historic site.

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email:  volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website:  https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder:  https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Jefferson County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Lewis County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Melissa Grabowski
Email: melissa@cnydiaperbank.org
Registration: cnydiaperbank.org > Get Involved > Volunteer
Girl Scout Levels: Daisy to Ambassador (within Girl Scout ratios)

The mission of the CNY Diaper Bank is to ensure that all CNY families have access to an adequate supply of diapers for their babies and toddlers, and to build awareness in our community that diapers are a basic human need not being met for all children. Our volunteer-run organization was founded in 2016 to assist low-income families with diapers. Diapers are not covered by WIC or SNAP benefits and 1 out of 2 children in Syracuse are living below the poverty line. We work with 50 local partners to pair diapers with critical services for families to access and to encourage them to engage with these beneficial programs. Our partners include food pantries, healthcare clinics, community action partnerships and church outreach programs.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Nicole Woodruff
Email: nicole@thehavenatskanda.org
Phone: 315.480.9480
Address: 4000 Mosley Rd., Cazenovia, N.Y. 13035
Website: http://www.thehavenatskanda.org
Registration: If a troop would like to volunteer, they can contact the information above.
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout
Duration: 2-3 Hours
Levels: Daisy – Ambassador (within Girl Scout ratios)

Our Mission
The Haven at Skanda is a nonprofit farm that takes in rescued farm animals from all over the country and helps them heal from abuse and neglect – helping them get physically well, and helping them to relax, feel safe, and emerge as who they really are. We also support several families of endangered breeds. The animals are beautifully able to let go of trauma and live in the present moment as their pure, innocent, loving selves. In this way, they become loving role models, showing us what is possible. Skanda believes we have much to learn from animals, and offers programs that offer people the chance to experience the animals and discover love, hope, and possibilities. The Haven at Skanda is deeply invested in supporting children and young people as they connect with animals, nature and community and become responsible stewards and visionary leaders.

For individuals or families wanting to volunteer, please complete the brief form at: https://www.thehavenatskanda.org/volunteer

Volunteers can help with a variety of tasks including helping to groom the animals, clean their living spaces, feed them, and spend time loving them. Activities can be gentle, moderately physically engaging, or physically challenging, depending on what is the best fit for each volunteer.

Some volunteer activities are:

Brushing the miniature donkeys and cleaning their stalls
Playing with the goats and cleaning their bar
Watching the chickens and ducks as they play on the lawn, keeping alert for predators such as foxes
Cleaning the duck and chicken houses
Tending to Skanda’s Vegetable Garden for the Animals (summer)
Sweeping the barns
Helping to feed the animals their meals (requires training)
Cleaning horse buckets and animal dishes
Loading hay into the hay stall
Light construction projects like creating outdoor fenced-in areas for animals
Helping to install new horse fencing in the large pasture (weather permitting spring/summer)
Special projects, including spring and fall cleaning

Badge Opportunities

Daisy Animal Observer
Daisies visiting Skanda will have the opportunity to observe the rescued and endangered animals on the farm, including goats, horses, pigs, miniature donkeys, chickens, and ducks. Skanda will provide an animal observation game. Daisies will have the opportunity to focus their attention on one specific animal, getting to know them better.

Junior Gardener
Juniors can use Skanda’s Vegetable and Herb Garden for the Animals as a site for learning about gardening, including exploring and potentially modifying its design (created by a Fayetteville Girl Scout Troop in 2022), researching the plants that best benefit the animals of Skanda, and even planting and tending the garden.

Cadette Animal Helper
Cadettes visiting Skanda will have the opportunity to meet the animals, learn about some of the ways the animals help people emotionally and the lessons they teach us about friendship, generosity, and appreciation for diversity. Cadettes will have the opportunity to help the animals of Skanda with a volunteer activity that might include brushing them, cleaning their living areas, feeding them, or giving them love and attention. They may also have the opportunity learn how to help the animals of Skanda through special projects, fundraisers, or advocacy.

Seniors Voice for Animals:
Seniors interested in learning about the complexities of the way humans interact with and treat animals can meet the rescued and endangered animals of Skanda, learn about some of their experiences with being rescued and recovering from abuse and neglect, and learn how others have become endangered. Some of the rescued animals of Skanda have come from sport settings, and others from commercial/factory farming. Skanda staff can assist with resources for becoming an advocate for animals.

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Earn this awesome fun patch!

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Builder (Brownie)
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!

Budget Maker (Junior)
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette)
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

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Contact: Logan Fetterman
Email: lfetterman@verahouse.org
Phone: 607.759.2421
Website: https://www.verahouse.org

These on-demand badge workshops can be scheduled at no cost in Onondaga County. Cayuga, Cortland, Madison and Oswego counties can schedule their workshops for a small fee.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Madison County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Vikki Townsend
Email: community@boilermaker.com
Phone: 315.731.3704
Website: https://www.boilermaker.com/
Cost: Free

Explore the fun of running with the Boilermaker! Visit our office or arrange for us to visit you and learn about goal setting, building endurance, appreciating your body and improving your athletic skills. Badge programs offered: Daisy Fun with Movement, Junior Practice with Purpose and Junior Staying Fit.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Lu Blanchard
Email: leagueuticarome@gmail.com
Phone: 315.749.5380
Website: https://my.lwv.org/new-york/utica-rome-metropolitan-area

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Builder (Brownie)
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!

Budget Maker (Junior)
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette)
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

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Contact: Becca Laurenzo
Email: becca@springfarmcares.org
Phone: 315.737.9339
Website: www.springfarmcares.org
Location: 3364 N.Y.-12, Clinton, N.Y. 13323

Tours
Tours last approximately one hour and include a walk through our main barn, Kigercat Hall (our small animal facility) and some of our outdoor pastures (weather permitting). After the guided portion of our tour is complete, you will be free to spend as much time as you'd like interacting with the many cats who live in our communal cat rooms.

Tours may be booked online here, but groups larger than 10 or anyone wanting a different timeslot than what is offered can email Becca at becca@springfarmcares.org.

Badge Programs
Use your visit to Spring Farm CARES to complete one of the following badges: Daisy Animal Observer, Daisy Trail Adventure, Daisy Eco-Learner, Daisy Outdoor Art Maker, Brownie Trail Adventure, Brownie Hiker, Junior Trail Adventure, Cadette Animal Helper, Cadette Trail Adventure or Cadette Eco-Trekker. Email Becca at becca@springfarmcares.org to schedule your badge program.

Volunteering
Volunteers typically begin with Cat Enrichment, which includes playing with toys, brushing cats, reading out loud to cats or just spending time with them. We have approximately 100-150 cats at a time who live out their lives here at the sanctuary, and enrichment is an important part of their health and well-being. Once a volunteer is trained on enrichment, they may choose to assist with other jobs as well, such as laundry, dishes or other cleaning tasks.

Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and are only permitted to work with the cats (not in the barn). Volunteers ages 16-18 must have a parent or guardian accompany them to their orientation but may come volunteer without a parent/guardian after that.

Those interested can start by filling out a volunteer form here. After that, they will be contacted to come in for an orientation once a spot is available.

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email:  volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website:  https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Registration: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder:  https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

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Contact: Victoria Carrillo
Email: victoria.carrillo@uticazoo.org
Phone: 315.738.0472, ext. 36
Address: 1 Utica Zoo Way
Website: Utica Zoo – Accredited by the AZA
Cost: $5 per Girl Scout (in addition to admission to the zoo)

Discounted advance sale group rates of $6/girl and $9/adult. Girl Scouts in uniform can receive the discount same day.

Daisy Badges & Petals
Make the World a Better Place Petal
Animal Observer
STEM Career Exploration
Trail Adventure
Eco Learner
Math in Nature 1/2/3
Outdoor Art Maker

Brownie Badges
STEM Career Exploration
Trail Adventure
Bugs
Eco Friend
Hiker
Household Elf
Math in Nature 1/2/3
Outdoor Adventurer
Pets

Junior Badges
Animal Habitats
STEM Career Exploration
Trail Adventure
Math in Nature 1/2/3
Outdoor Art Explorer

Cadette Badges
Animal Helper
STEM Career Exploration
Cadette Trail Adventure
Eco Trekker
Night Owl
Outdoor Art Experience
Trees

Senior Badges
Eco Explorer
Outdoor Art Expert
STEM Career Exploration
Trail Adventure
Voice for Animals

Ambassador Badges
STEM Career Exploration
Trail Adventure
Eco Advocate
Outdoor Art Master

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Oneida County, send them this form!

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Email: cny-programs@alz.org
Cost: Free
Levels: All Girl Scouts and adults

Alzheimer Association, Central New York Chapter

Education programs are available in-person and online, our education programs feature information on topics including the signs of Alzheimer's disease, healthy living for your brain and body, communication and caregiver techniques. Program times vary (15, 30 or 60 minute programs available) and can be offered in-person or virtually.

An adult must be present with each participant to receive a free fun patch.

On-site available in the following counties: Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Onondaga, Oneida, Oswego, St. Lawrence, Tioga and Tompkins.

Virtual available to all troops within our council footprint

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Marissa Lathrop
Email: BLNC@ongov.net
Phone: 315.638.2519
Website: www.beaverlakenature.org
Address: 8477 East Mud Lake Rd., Baldwinsville, N.Y. 13027

Daisy Snow
Program Description: Beaver Lake Nature Center is the perfect place to learn how to snowshoe! A naturalist will help fit everyone in snowshoes, and then we will embark on a short snowshoe hike as a group. We will learn different snowshoeing techniques along the way.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Snowshoe rental fee is $5/person. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Daisy Trail Adventure
Program Description: We will take a hike down to the Bog Trail to search for unique plants and animals. Along the way we will do various activities like play camouflage, do a nature scavenger hunt, play hug a tree, or other hiking games.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Daisy Eco Learner
Program Description: A naturalist will lead the group on a hike to learn how we can protect nature. Scouts will learn various “Leave no trace” principles on this hike.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Brownie Trail Adventure
Program Description: As a group, we will hike 3 different types of trails at Beaver Lake. We will go through different habitats and search for plants and animals along the way.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 1 hour to 1.5 hours

Brownie Bugs
Program Description: A naturalist will give a talk about the different types of insects we can find at Beaver Lake Nature Center. We will then take sweep nets and search for different insects along the open fields.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Brownie Hiker
Program Description: Together as a group, we will choose a trail to hike and search for various plants and animals we can see along the trailsides and out on the lake.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Brownie Outdoor Adventurer
Program Description: During this program, we will explore nature while hiking various trails at Beaver Lake.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Cadette Trail Adventure
Program Description: During this program, we will embark on a slightly longer trail to explore. We will take breaks along the way.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 1 hour to 1.5 hours

Cadette Eco Trekker
Program Description: A naturalist will explain how we can have minimal impact as we hike. We will then embark on a short hike to practice “Leave no trace.”

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Cadette Trees
Program Description: A naturalist will lead the group through the Arboretum Trail to learn about the different types of trees we have growing at Beaver Lake.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Junior Animal Habitats
Program Description: Together, we will take a hike to explore various animal habitats we can find along the trailsides at Beaver Lake.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Junior Flowers
Program Description: During this program, we will stop by the native plant gardens in front of the Visitor Center to talk about flowers and pollinators.

Cost: $30/group (up to 15 people); $2/additional guest up to 20 people max. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 45 mins to 1 hour

Cadette Paddling
Program Description: A naturalist will fit everyone with Personal Flotation Devices before going over paddling techniques for canoeing. We will then embark on a canoe tour around Beaver Lake.

Cost: $125 flat rate. Park admission fees ($5/vehicle) apply
Duration: 1 hour to 1.5 hours

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Phone: 1.877.789.BEAR (2327)
Website: http://www.buildabear.com
Address: Destiny USA: 9090 Destiny USA Dr., Syracuse, N.Y. 13204 and Eastview Mall: 443 Eastview Mall, Victor, N.Y. 14564
Cost: $40 per Girl Scout (includes 1 Girl Scouts® Bear for each Guest (value up to $24) plus 1 Girl Scout clothing item and 1 Girl Scout Vest or Girl Scout accessory)

Looking for a fun and unique way to bring your Girl Scout troop together? Make Build-A-Bear Workshop your celeBEARation destination! A party at Build-A-Bear Workshop gives your troop members the fun and creative experience of making personalized furry friends. With a Party Leader there to entertain and guide your troop on a fun-filled adventure, every Build-A-Bear party is full of laughs and special memories. Plus, every Guest gets to bring their own furry friend to life – best party favor ever!

Our special Girl Scout-themed party packages feature a Girl Scout furry friend for each Guest to make and take home. Girls can personalize their bear with Girl Scout-inspired uniforms, fun fashions and accessories, and even a cookie scent. Bring in your troop for a BEARY good time! You can schedule a Girl Scout-themed party in stores, online at http://buildabear.com or by calling 1.877.789.BEAR x2327.

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Contact: Stacey Pendell
Email: sjp16@cornell.edu
Website: cnyorienteering.net/pratts-falls

CNYO maintains a permanent orienteering course at Pratt’s Falls County Park. This beautiful Onondaga County park allows Girl Scouts to practice map and compass skills amidst scenic waterfalls and verdant woods. The course is free and open to the public during regular park hours. Please note that the park is closed from November to March.

Troops can also request a guided map hike at Pratt’s Falls and other local parks by emailing Stacey at sjp16@cornell.edu. A CNYO member will meet the troop, introduce map and compass concepts and lead a walk.

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Email: syracuse@centralrockgym.com
Website: www.centralrockgym.com/syracuse
Address: 600 N. Franklin St., Syracuse, N.Y. 13204
Cost: $35 per participant with a 6-participant minimum and 16-participant maximum. Rental gear & staff included.
Duration: 2 hours

Snow or Climbing Adventure (All Levels)
Daisies & Brownies will complete the badge. Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors will complete steps 1-4 in preparation for their troop-planned outdoor climbing adventure!

Try indoor rock climbing as a troop! First, you’ll learn about and become familiar with climbing gear designed to ensure a safe climbing adventure. Then you’ll learn some climbing lingo. And, finally, with the help of staff, you’ll rope climb on walls up to 45 feet high. Hang out with your fellow Girl Scouts while becoming familiar with climbing.

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Contact: Rachel Gleason
Email: rgleason@challenge-island.com
Phone: 315.309.4800
Website: http://Challenge-Island.com/CNY
Registration: Email our Director, Rachel Gleason, at rgleason@challenge-island.com or call 315-309-4800
Cost: $15 per Girl Scout/per hour.
*Discount pricing for troops of 25 girls or more. Combining troops of the same level is welcome to gain access to discount pricing.

Challenge Island a high energy, high interest, hands-on enrichment program on the cutting edge of S.T.E.A.M Education, Project-Based Learning and 21st Century Skills.

Girl Scouts of all ages can join us for some STEAMtastic workshops sure to keep your troop engaged and learning the whole way through.

Challenge Island brings all the materials, the teacher and the fun! Official Girl Scout Badges must be purchased by the troop separately.

**Virtual workshops available. We travel to Onondaga and Cayuga Counties, outside counties can inquire, but fees may apply.

Fun Patch
Fun patches are included with each workshop.

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Contact: Melissa Grabowski
Email: melissa@cnydiaperbank.org
Registration: cnydiaperbank.org > Get Involved > Volunteer
Levels: Daisy to Ambassador (within Girl Scout ratios)

The mission of the CNY Diaper Bank is to ensure that all CNY families have access to an adequate supply of diapers for their babies and toddlers, and to build awareness in our community that diapers are a basic human need not being met for all children. Our volunteer-run organization was founded in 2016 to assist low-income families with diapers. Diapers are not covered by WIC or SNAP benefits and 1 out of 2 children in Syracuse are living below the poverty line. We work with 50 local partners to pair diapers with critical services for families to access and to encourage them to engage with these beneficial programs. Our partners include food pantries, healthcare clinics, community action partnerships and church outreach programs.

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Contact: Elizabeth Balfour
Email: ebalfour@cnylymealliance.org
Phone: 315.551.2553
Website: https://cnylymealliance.org/
Cost: Free

CNY Lyme & Tick-borne Disease Alliance’s experienced educators promote tick-borne disease prevention education, provide reliable resources and answer questions with active and engaging presentations. Girl Scouts of all levels will know how to access, assess and apply valid tick-borne disease prevention methods and share their knowledge.

Program times vary and can be offered in-person, hybrid or virtually. Free in-person events are available in Cayuga, Madison, Onondaga and Oswego Counties. In-person events are available in other counties.

Email ebalfour@cnylymealliance.org to inquire about pricing.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Email: events@countrymax.com
Cost: $10 per participant, 8 minimum signups / 20 Maximum signups
Levels: Daisies to Juniors

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Contact: Empower CNY Director
Email: directors@empowercny.org
Phone: (814) 636-7282
Website: https://www.empowercny.org/contact-us
Girl Scout Levels: Volunteer Opportunities-Seniors and Ambassadors; Tutoring Services-all levels
Location: Greater Syracuse Area

Empower CNY provides free tutoring and education support to students K–12 across Central New York. Tutors are high school students from the local community who volunteer their time to assist with the academic growth of younger students.

Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts may lend their time as tutors. Prospective volunteers may sign up by emailing directors@empowercny.org with their name, grade level, and preferred service location or by completing the “Volunteer Registration” form on the www.empowercny.org homepage.

Girl Scouts of all ages may take advantage of the tutoring services offered by Empower CNY. Families seeking in-person or online tutoring may register by emailing directors@empowercny.org with the student’s name, grade level, and preferred service location or by completing the “Student Registration” form on the www.empowercny.org homepage.

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🟢 Faery Land Art Installation and Art Studio (Syracuse, N.Y.) toggle arrow

Contact: Peter Svoboda
Email: APeterSvoboda@gmail.com
Phone: 315.391.5115
Address: 501 West Genesee Street, Syracuse, N.Y. 13023
Website: www.CNYCreators.com

Take part in our community initiative to create a magical faery presence throughout Central New York. Troops can choose from the following options:

Building a faery dwelling
Organizing the installation of a faery garden in your area
Creating faery artwork, stories or poetry

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Contact: Jen Noble
Email: jnoble@most.org
Phone: 315.425.9068 ext. 2144
Website: most.org
Address: 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse, N.Y. 13202

Groups with 10 or more Girl Scouts can experience the MOST for $5 per Girl Scout and $5 per adult. If you would like to visit the MOST and complete one of their badge programs, please refer to the list of options below for pricing:

Intro to Chips & Circuits
Cost: $150 + $5/person for museum admission

Begin the journey to digital literacy, exploring concepts from basic programming to how chips and circuits work inside everyday devices. Daisies and Brownies can earn their Coding for Good 1: Coding Basics badge. Contact Jen Noble at jnoble@most.org to schedule.

Intro to Chemistry
Cost: $150 + $5/person for museum admission

Discover the practice of chemistry, including chemical and physical reactions, protective equipment and laboratory tools. Brownies can earn their Home Scientist badge. Contact Jen Noble at jnoble@most.org to schedule.

Exploring Botany
Cost: $150 + $5/person for museum admission

Discover the wonderful world of plants, from processes like photosynthesis and transpiration to the adaptations they’ve evolved to survive. Juniors can earn their Flowers and Gardener badges. Contact Jen Noble at jnoble@most.org to schedule.

Impact Detectives
Cost: $150 + $5/person for museum admission

Investigate ‘unsolved’ cases of pollution and environmental harm using data and maps to determine the impact of human activity and brainstorming solutions to mitigate it. Cadettes can earn their Eco Trekker badge. Contact Jen Noble at jnoble@most.org to schedule.

Planetarium Show
Cost: $10/person (includes museum admission)

Explore the solar system and beyond! Multiple show themes are available, including Syracuse Skies and Mission: Moon. Please ask about our current planetarium show list when scheduling. Daisies, Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes can earn their level’s Space Science badge. Contact Jen Noble at jnoble@most.org to schedule.

Workforce Discovery
Cost: $150 + $5/person for museum admission

Explore engineering careers by solving realistic problems faced in those fields.

Topics include: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Civil Engineering. Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors can earn their level’s STEM Career Exploration badge. Contact Sierra Messina-Yauchzy at smyauchzy@most.org to schedule.

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Contact: Susan Cole
Email: Susan.cole@novelis.com

The Can-Do Champion Patch Program requirements give Girl Scouts an opportunity to learn about recycling, do hands-on STEM activities, and gain exposure to engineering and technical career paths.

Girls must complete four out of the 10 activities to earn a Can-Do Campion Fun Patch. Troop leaders may invite Novelis representatives to facilitate the patch program at your location by filling out this form.

Can-Do Champion Patch Program Activities

🔴 Paths to Recovery Mental Health Counseling, PLLC (Baldwinsville, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Tracy Carmody
Email: Tracy@Ptrcounseling.com
Phone: 315.719.7117
Website: https://ptrcounseling.com/
Address: 44 Oswego St., Ste. 3, Baldwinsville, N.Y. 13027
Register: Registration is open for Girl Scout Troops at all levels (5+ members preferred). Contact Tracy Carmody at tracy@ptrcounseling.com / 315.719.7117 for more information! Flexible scheduling and volunteer opportunities (for older Girl Scouts) available.
Cost: Free, badges not included
Duration: 60-90 minutes

Mental Wellness Badge & My Best Self Badge
Offering an age-appropriate social and emotional learning activity focused on mental health wellness and self-care, knowing your body, and recommendations for healthy living. Activity includes a tour of a mental health professional’s office, social emotional learning activity, and a free wellness journal for participants.

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Contact: Meryl Eriksen
Email: meryl@pinkpineapplecooking.com
Phone: 315.569.9279
Address: St. James Episcopal Church, 96 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles, N.Y. 13152
Cost: Pricing starts at $70 per participant per class; the number of classes depends on the badge

Each cooking class is customized for the badge, participants (including those with allergies) and goals of the group. These are hands-on classes in a commercial kitchen and include instruction, practice, eating and clean up.

Brownie: Snacks
Junior: Simple Meal
Cadette: New Cuisines
Senior: Locavore
Ambassador: Dinner Party

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🔴 🟠 🟣 Rescue Mission Syracuse Campus (Syracuse, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Volunteer Services
Email: volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website: https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Registration: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!

Badge Opportunities

Daisy Make the World a Better Place Petal
Making the world a better place starts with helping your community! Partner with the Rescue Mission’s Thrifty Shopper branch to learn about our Social Enterprise work, which is centered around Clothing Donation Recycling. Be a changemaker and help us promote our efforts to divert over 14 million pounds of items from landfills each year. Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

Daisy Considerate & Caring Petal
Show your consideration and caring for your community by coming to the Rescue Mission and participating in a service activity or by having us come to you! The Rescue Mission runs the largest emergency shelter in Onondaga County, the 192-bed Kiesewetter Emergency Shelter. Partner with us to collect supplies for our residents in need or another service project—reach out to learn more! Contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org for more information!

Use Resources Wisely Badge
Do you have old toys or worn out clothes you no longer need? Don’t throw them out—donate them to the Rescue Mission and help us divert over 14 million pounds of items from landfills each year. Contact us to learn more about ways Daisies can work with the Rescue Mission to reduce, reuse, and recycle.

Brownie Snacks Badge.
Did you know that our Clarence L. Jordan Food Service and Culinary Education Center in Syracuse serves a hot breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the year to anyone in need? Altogether, we serve up to 700 free meals a day and nearly a quarter-million meals a year! Partner with us to learn how to make different types of snacks and prepare them for our clients.

Fun Patch

Rescue Mission Fun Patch

Volunteer Opportunities

Collection Drives
Daisy-Ambassador
Collection Drives for Hygiene Supplies, decorating bags and placemats for
holidays, creating art or cards for residents, donating cookies, holiday cookie bakes

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Contact Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone Number: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Builder (Brownie)
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!

Budget Maker (Junior)
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette)
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

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Email: swe@syr.edu
Website: studentorgs.syr.edu/swe
Levels: Juniors & Cadettes
Cost: Free

The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) at Syracuse University is a student-run organization dedicated to empowering women in engineering and inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders. Girl Scouts have the opportunity to learn about multiple engineering paths, build meaningful connections with real role models, ask questions and reflect on their own skills and career goals.

Juniors and Cadettes will earn their STEM Career Exploration badge through a fun and personalized experience. This badge program must be scheduled in advance.

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Contact: Officer Jackson
Email: mjackson@syracusepolice.org
Phone: 315.442.5287
Address: 511 S. State St., Syracuse, N.Y. 13202
Cost: Free

Unique Experience
Take a tour of the Syracuse Police Department! Learn about careers in law enforcement and how the department runs on a daily basis. Contact Officer Jackson to set up a tour!

Badge Programs
Junior Detective Badge

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email: volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website: https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Registration: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder: https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

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Contact: Katie Hanlon
Email: khanlon@unitedway-cny.org
Address: 980 James St., Syracuse, N.Y. 13201
Phone: 315.428.2200
Website: http://www.unitedway-cny.org

CNY Care Package Project

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Contact: Logan Fetterman
Email: lfetterman@verahouse.org
Phone: 607.759.2421
Website: https://www.verahouse.org

These on-demand badge workshops can be scheduled at no cost in Onondaga County. Cayuga, Cortland, Madison and Oswego counties can schedule their workshops for a small fee.

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Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

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Contact: Paige Perry
Email: groups@wonderworksdestiny.com
Cost: Groups larger than 40: $27.00 per girl, $12.99 per adult.
WonderWorks Girl Scout Group Rates
Groups larger than 10: $15.00 per Girl Scout for a VIP Ticket, which includes Ropes Course, Laser Tag, and WonderWorks Interactive Exhibits.

WonderWorks Girl Scout Walk Up Rates
Groups Less than 10: $18 per VIP Ticket, which includes Ropes Course, Laser Tag, and WonderWorks Interactive Exhibits.

Girls must be in uniform to receive discounted rates.
Girl Scouts will receive a fun patch!

This is a sleepover at WonderWorks. Run time is typically 12 hours. Full access to UNLIMITED Ropes Course, Laser Tag and WonderWorks Interactive Exhibits. This is a private event.

Participating Girl Scouts will receive this fun patch!

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Onondaga County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Phone: 585.374.1134
Website: https://www.bristolmountain.com/
Address: 5662 NY-64, Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424
Registration: https://airtable.com/app3R7UnxESHmISGl/shrXxIGz2SEMXSM7Z
Cost: Lift Ticket and Lesson = $43 or Lift Ticket, Lesson and *Equipment Rental = $48 *equipment rental includes Ski = skis, boots, poles, Snowboard = snowboard, boots + each equipment rental will also include a helmet.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Programs can be scheduled as a one-time session or as a series.

*This program can also be scheduled for adults

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Contact: Sydney Lou Harvey (Program Coordinator)
Email: education@grangerhomestead.org
Phone: 585.394.1472
Address: 295 North Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y. 14424

Junior Flowers Badge
Learn all about flowers in this adventure at the Granger Homestead. With a lesson on flower anatomy, a walk through the historic Victorian Garden, and many fun activities, the girls in Girl Scouts will say they had a blast! We will make bookmarks, tussie mussies, and each girl will go home with a guide to the healing properties of our local flora, a botanist journal and bookmark.

Cost: $5 per Girl Scout
Duration: 2-3 Hours

Junior Playing the Past
Join us at the Granger Homestead to go back in time to the 1800s and take on the persona of a historical woman– a chef, a matriarch, a principal of the Granger Place School for Girls, or any number of the amazing women who walked the halls of the Homestead. You’ll learn your tea-time manners and play some of the games girls would have played in the 1800s. Tea scones and drinks will be provided.

Cost: $5 per Girl Scout
Duration: 1.5-2 Hours

Cadettes Special Agent
Become a historical detective and solve the history mystery of who will inherit the Homestead through the 200+ years of its existence. Each room in the home will have clues that will require you to follow footsteps, decipher codes, profile the occupants, and unlock rooms as you work together in this mystery tour. Snack provided.

Cost: $5 per Girl Scout
Duration: 1.5 Hours

Seniors Textile Artists
We will provide you with an opportunity to create an embroidered handkerchief as a gift and sew a potholder for everyday use by beginning both of these projects on-site and providing you with the necessary tools to complete them. Learn about the history of textile art while creating your project with us at the Homestead. Snack & textile materials and tools provided.

Cost: $10 per Girl Scout
Duration: 1.5 Hours

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Contact: Amy Moore
Email: a.moore@mattiacioortho.com
Address: 1393 Hathaway Dr., Farmington, N.Y. 14425
Cost: Free

Take a tour of the orthodontic office, learn about what they do and why, and get your dental hygiene questions answered. Every Girl Scout on the tour receives a free fun patch!

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email:  volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website:  https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder:  https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

Visit https://rescuemissionalliance.volunteerhub.com/vv2/ for more information about our volunteering opportunities or contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@rmsyr.org.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Ontario County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Susan Cole
Email: Susan.cole@novelis.com

The Can-Do Champion Patch Program requirements give Girl Scouts an opportunity to learn about recycling, do hands-on STEM activities, and gain exposure to engineering and technical career paths.

Can-Do Champion Patch Program Activities

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Contact: Camryn Chaffee (Onondaga, Cayuga, and Oswego Counties)
Email: camrynchaffee@ongov.net
Phone: 315.435.3280 ext. 4607

CADETTE PUBLIC SPEAKER
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Unlock the secrets of using your unique voice, experiences, and perspective to reach community leaders, elected officials, community service groups, the news media, your peers, and more. In this dynamic workshop, you'll build essential skills and confidence to deliver a simple message with a powerful impact. Learn to master:
• Effective Communication: Utilize eye contact and body language to engage your audience.
• Message Crafting: Tailor your words to resonate with different groups.
• Connection Building: Develop the ability to connect with any person or group on a meaningful level.
By the end of this workshop, you'll feel empowered knowing you can speak to any audience and make a real connection. Join us and discover the power of your voice!

AMBASSADOR PUBLIC POLICY
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Ever wondered why so many tobacco shops pop up near schools? Or why smoking is banned in restaurants because it's dangerous, but people can still smoke in apartments where kids have to breathe it in? It doesn’t seem fair, right? Now's your chance to make a difference! Here's How You Can Take a Stand:

A. Know the Rules: Look into the laws and policies about tobacco sales and where people can smoke. Some places ban tobacco sales near schools, but the rules might not be strict enough.
B. Spot the Problems: Find out where current rules don’t protect people, like letting people smoke in apartments with kids nearby. Think about how these rules can be better.
C. Talk to Leaders: Share your ideas with local leaders, school boards, and community groups. They can help push for better rules.
D. Spread the Word: Use social media, school events, and community meetings to let others know about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke. Explain why stronger rules are needed.
E. Join Forces: Team up with youth groups like Reality Check that already fight against tobacco. They have resources and can amplify your voice.

By stepping up, you can help create a safer, healthier community for everyone, especially for kids and teens who are most at risk. Your voice matters—let’s make it heard!

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email:  volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website:  https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Register: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder:  https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

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Contact: Logan Fetterman
Email: lfetterman@verahouse.org
Phone: 607.759.2421
Website: https://www.verahouse.org

These on-demand badge workshops can be scheduled at no cost in Onondaga County. Cayuga, Cortland, Madison and Oswego counties can schedule their workshops for a small fee.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Oswego County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Christina Milliman
Email: christina@azureartisans.com
Phone: 315.858.8899
Website: www.azureartisans.com
Cost: $60/per Girl Scout includes all materials; the finishing, glazing, and firing of one piece to keep; and a fun patch
Duration: 2 hours
Levels: Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

We’ll teach you to work with clay while making fun projects that stretch your imagination, strengthen your problem-solving skills, and enrich your creativity! In each class participants will learn the fundamentals of working with clay.

Handbuilding Workshop
Make a sculptural artwork or explore methods of making a piece that is more functional and can be used daily. All pieces will be painted by participants. *Final pieces can be picked-up in person or shipped (for additional fee)

Wheel Throwing Workshop
Use the potter’s wheel to make a pot. Wheel thrown pots will be finished and glazed after the workshop and then fired in the ceramic kiln. *Final pieces can be picked-up in person or shipped (for additional fee)

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Kendall Jacob
Email: volunteer@occainfo.org
Phone: 607.375.7280
Website: www.occainfo.org
Level: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

Girl Scouts have the opportunity to become land stewards/community scientists. They will make a pledge to adopt and protect a body of water in Otsego County, N.Y. by pulling invasive species from their "adopted" body of water. The three invasive species we are targeting are Water Chestnut, European Frog-Bit and Yellow Floating Heart from lakes/ponds in Otsego County, N.Y.

-Larchwood Lake in West Laurens, N.Y.
-Silver Lake in New Berlin, N.Y.
-Good Year Lake in Colliersville, N.Y.
-Weaver Lake in Warren, N.Y.
-Allen Lake in Richfield Springs, N.Y.
-Tennyson Pond in Worcester, N.Y.

This opportunity requires scouts to be able to paddle on kayaks, or in the case of Tennyson Pond, wear waders. OCCA will teach the scouts on-site how to safely identify, properly pull and dispose of invasive plant species that are endangering our native aquatic plants. The Girl Scouts will practice important scientific processes such as quantifying materials pulled and reporting their findings. This is a great opportunity for Girl Scouts to get out on the water, have fun and protect our native environment.

After the first session with OCCA, Girl Scouts will pledge to go out to their adopted site at least once per month between June and September.

*Activities could be used to work toward the Eco badge series.

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Contact: Olivia Kenyon, Member Engagement Officer
Email: okenyon@sidneyfcu.org
Phone: 607.431.0541
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

Minimum of 5 participants

Budget Builder (Brownie)
Learn the basics about money and budgeting! How to save money by being thrifty and review wants and needs. Then build you own budget monster!!

Budget Maker (Junior)
Learn all about spend-save-share! Decide what you want to buy and make your plan. And discover how financial services help you save money.

My Dream Budget (Cadette)
Nothing sweeter than budgeting with candy! Make a budget plan with your jellybean income. But remember, even if your money is candy, we are still planning for real life!

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Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Otsego County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Katie Strickler, Vice President of Youth Philanthropy
Email: cmm@communityfund.org
Phone: 607.739.3900
Address: On-location programming is available (Chemung, Schuyler, or Steuben counties within 50-mile radius of Corning) or on-site at the Community Foundation Office at 301 S Main St., Horseheads, N.Y.
Cost: Free, badges provided
Duration: 45 minutes – 1 hour
Levels: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors
Note: Programs on pause until January 2026

Unique Experience - Grant Proposal Pioneer
As an organization that provides grant money to local nonprofits for their great ideas, we want to help support the great ideas of Girl Scouts! We will explore different ways Girl Scouts can fund their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award Projects or community service projects – focusing on funding provided by grants. In this Grant-Writing Workshop, Girl Scouts will learn about philanthropy and the role it has in our community. Girl Scouts will come prepared with an idea for a community service project that will help a community issue and write a grant for up to $250 to fund the project. At the end of the workshop, Girl Scouts will become Grant Proposal Pioneers and have successfully submitted a grant to fund their project.

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Contact: Carrianne Tribe-Filhart
Email: clt97@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.535.7161 x3223
Levels: Cadette to Ambassador
Cost: Free
Duration: 1.5 hours

Programming is offered on location.

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Programs can be scheduled as a one-time session or as a series.

*This program can also be scheduled for adults

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Tours
Contact: Alice Scarpati
Email: tours@farmsanctuary.org

Come meet the animals at Farm Sanctuary! Our tours are 1 hour long and offer the opportunity to meet many of the animals up close, hear their amazing rescue stories and learn about how to help animals in our food system. All Girl Scouts who attend will receive a free fun patch!

Badge Programs
Contact: Mercy Mize
Email: education@farmsanctuary.org
Cost: Free

Cadette Animal Helpers Badge
Includes human-animal connection, how to keep animals safe, how animals help people and more!

Senior Voice for Animals Badge
Includes careers in animal protection, animals in husbandry, animal issues and more!

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Contact: Rachel McLaughlin
Email: rmclaughlin@racingarchives.org
Website: https://www.racingarchives.org/
Cost: Free (add-on experiences may have a fee)

Explore the rich history of international motor racing through engaging, hands-on experiences at the International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC). The guided tour includes a 25-minute movie about the history of racing, a presentation that includes photos and artifacts about the history of racing in Watkins Glen, time to check out IMRRC’s exhibits, IRacing simulator ($10 for 10 minutes) and more.

Tours should be scheduled by emailing rmclaughlin@racingarchives.org. This experience is recommended for Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts to ensure proper comprehension of the content presented.

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Contact: Emily Hoffman
Email: emily.hoffman@rosewellpark.org
Phone: 607.621.7648
Locations: Schuyler, Chemung & Steuben counties

These workshops will cover most of the steps needed to complete the listed badge. Resources will be provided for any additional independent work that needs to be completed after the initial workshop.

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Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Schuyler County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Jessi Pemberton
Email: info@theartistslounge.org
Address: 116 Fall St., Seneca Falls, N.Y. 13148
Website: theartistslounge.org
Duration: 2 hours

Programming is available for all Girl Scout levels!

Instructional Painting on Canvas
We will teach the troop an acrylic painting step by step with demonstration along the way. These paintings will be done on either 11x14" or 12x12" canvases depending on the painting chosen. We have a variety of paintings to choose from. All material is included.
Cost: $20 per painter

Ceramics
Ceramics can be painted however each individual would like. We provide all material needed including acrylic paint and varnish to seal each ceramic so they are all ready to take home at the end of the event. The girls can choose from the many ceramics on our shelves or I can provide specific ceramics for all to paint. We have a wide selection of ceramics to choose from, including specialty Girl Scout ceramics.
Cost: Starting at $15 per painter

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Contact: Melissa Grabowski
Email: melissa@cnydiaperbank.org
Register: cnydiaperbank.org > Get Involved > Volunteer
Levels: Daisy – Ambassador (within Girl Scout ratios)

The mission of the CNY Diaper Bank is to ensure that all CNY families have access to an adequate supply of diapers for their babies and toddlers, and to build awareness in our community that diapers are a basic human need not being met for all children. Our volunteer-run organization was founded in 2016 to assist low-income families with diapers. Diapers are not covered by WIC or SNAP benefits and 1 out of 2 children in Syracuse are living below the poverty line. We work with 50 local partners to pair diapers with critical services for families to access and to encourage them to engage with these beneficial programs. Our partners include food pantries, healthcare clinics, community action partnerships and church outreach programs.

Volunteers are essential to our success. They are pivotal in organizing diaper drives in the community and also come into our facility to help wrap diapers for distribution. Diapers are distributed in Onondaga, Madison, Cortland and Seneca counties. The facility is located in Onondaga County.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Programs can be scheduled as a one-time session or as a series.

*This program can also be scheduled for adults

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Email: events@countrymax.com
Cost: $10 per participant, 8 minimum signups / 20 Maximum signups
Levels: Daisies to Juniors

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Email: admin@womenofthehall.org
Phone: 315.568.8060
Address: 1 Canal Street, Seneca Falls, NY 13148
Website: www.womenofthehall.org
Cost: Regular Museum Admission-$6/Girl Scout (groups of 10 or more need to make a reservation at least 1 week in advance); Museum Admission with 30-minute Girl Scout Program-$7/Girl Scout (reservations must be at least 1 week in advance)

Visit the National Women’s Hall of Fame in historic Seneca Falls, N.Y.! Founded in 1969, in Seneca Falls—the birthplace of the American women’s rights movement—the Hall elevates women’s voices, equips and empowers changemakers, and advances gender equity through action, education, and storytelling.

The National Women’s Hall of Fame has grown to include more than 300 extraordinary women including scientist, artists, educations, activists, athletes, business leaders, and others whose impact continues to shape our world, including Girl Scouts founder, Juliette Gordon Low. Juliette Gordon Low was inducted into the National Hall of Fame in 1979 for her work in humanities.

The 30-minute Girl Scouts Program focuses on inductees that have connections to Girl Scouts, including a highlighted history of Juliette Gordon Low, a historical look at Girl Scout clothing and book displays, along with other activities such as the Hall’s Girl Scout word search and Inductees Hall of Fame Highlights.

Fun patches are available for purchase on-site.

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If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Seneca County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Sarah Pickard
Email: lazyriverplayground@gmail.com
Phone: 860.488.1895
Website: https://lazyriverplayground.com/

Enjoy a day outside with an added layer of fun. Schedule a roller-skating or mini-golf party for your group—or double the fun and schedule both activities! Party pricing varies based on group size; please reach out to get more information.

Soak in all the relaxation that nature has to offer with a guided Forest Therapy Walk. Walks are thoughtfully guided and intentionally unhurried, allowing space for rest, curiosity and genuine connection to unfold. Forest Therapy supports relaxation, stress reduction, emotional balance and mental clarity. Please reach out for group pricing information.

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Email: info@natureupnorth.org
Website: https://www.natureupnorth.org

Girl Scouts of all levels can earn a variety of badges—

Daisy: Daisy Snow or Climbing Adventure, Daisy Trail Adventure, Eco Learner, Outdoor Art Maker, Animal Observer, Space Science Explorer, Fun with Movement

Brownie: Brownie Snow or Climbing Adventure, Brownie Trail Adventure, Bugs, Eco Friend, Hiker, Outdoor Adventurer, Outdoor Art Creator, Math in Nature 1/2/3, Space Science Adventurer

Junior: Flowers, Geocacher, Junior Trail Adventure, Outdoor Art Explorer, Animal Habitats, Math in Nature 1/2/3, Space Science Investigator

Cadette: Cadette Trail Adventure, Eco Trekker, Night Owl, Outdoor Art Apprentice, Trees, Space Science Researcher

Senior: Eco Explorer, Outdoor Art Expert, Paddling, Sky, Space Science Expert

Ambassador: Eco Advocate, Outdoor Art Master, Water, Space Science Master

Additional programming—

Girl Scouts can also participate in multiple community science projects, such as Monitor My Maple, Monitor Our Water and North Country Wild. The Water Cycle and Natural Dyes programs combine science with arts and crafts. There is also the opportunity to participate in classic outdoor activities like nature walks, fishing and letterboxing.

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Address: 10 Raymond St., Potsdam, N.Y. 13676
Cost: $8 per Girl Scout - programs available Tuesday through Saturday
Registration: Email programs@northcountrychildrensmuseum.org

Daisy Space Science Explorer
Girl Scout troops will learn about astronomy and physics by creating constellation projectors and they will become astronomers and examine the night sky in our mini planetarium!

Brownie Space Science Adventurer
Girl Scout troops will learn about astronomy and physics by creating constellation projectors and they will become astronomers and examine the night sky in our mini planetarium!

Brownie Designing Robots & Programming Robots
This science-based program mixes LEGOs and Robotics! Girl Scouts will be split into four-person teams to build, drive, and compete with their robots! They will learn problem-solving and teamwork skills in new environments. But this challenge won't be easy, two teams will compete for the fastest time to complete tasks with their robot.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in St. Lawrence County, send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Margie Seiderman
Email: bluebirdtrailfarm@gmail.com
Phone: 607.329.4023
Website: http://www.bluebirdtrailfarm.org
Address: 951 Harris Rd., Corning, N.Y. 14830
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout (minimum 5)
Duration: 2 hours

Brownie Bugs
A naturalist will introduce the characteristics and life stages of various insects with a brief interactive talk. We will then take a walk on the farm looking for insects in various habitats such as fields, ponds, forests, and gardens. With nets and jars, Girl Scouts will collect some bugs and observe them more closely with magnifying glasses, before releasing them back into nature. We will discuss the importance of insects to the environment, and which are helpful or harmful.

Brownie Design with Nature
During a walk on the farm, we will observe plants, bees, and birds. Girl Scouts will visit the Apiary to see our honeybees at work. Girl Scouts will enjoy a close look (and taste) of honeycomb….one of the most beautiful designs in nature. After watching the many birds on the Bluebird Trail and recording the different kinds, scouts will make a graph of the number of birds observed and some of their behaviors. By examining pinecones, flowers, tree branches and other items from nature, Girl Scouts will be introduced to Fibonacci’s pattern.

Brownie Eco Friends
Hike on our bluebird trail along fields, pastures, ponds, and forests. On our hike, we will look for animal homes. Girl Scouts will then draw or write a story about the animal homes we were able to observe. Afterward, we will build a campfire and share our stories.

Junior Animal Habitats
Girl Scouts will be able to observe, feed and pet more than 12 different friendly farm animals, including miniature horses and donkeys, bunnies, sheep, goats, chickens, alpacas, and peacocks! We will then take a walk along our mile-long Bluebird Trail and explore various animal habitats such as meadows, fields, ponds, and forests. We will address endangered grassland animals and make improvements to animal habitats.

Junior Flower
Girl Scouts will pick a flower from the farm to inspect with hand lenses. They will be introduced to the parts and functions of a flower. We will then take a walk and look at various flowers in our garden, meadow, and fields to learn how flowers benefit people and animals. Girl Scouts will create a sun catcher with flower petals. And, will also learn the names of the most common Northeastern wildflowers and how they can grow them in small spaces.

Junior Gardener
Girl Scouts will visit our interactive vegetable and pollinator gardens. They will observe various ways plants are grown, such as in seed trays, grow sacks, vertical frames, and raised beds. Girl Scouts will observe how certain plants can be grown from seeds, bulbs, roots, and cuttings. Girl Scouts will participate in garden activities such as planting, watering, and preparing beds. We will learn about healthy soil and composting. The Girl Scouts will have an opportunity to play a matching game in the garden using seed packets and pick a few vegetables to taste.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Katie Strickler, Vice President of Youth Philanthropy
Email: cmm@communityfund.org
Phone: 607.739.3900
Address: On-location programming is available (Chemung, Schuyler, or Steuben counties within 50-mile radius of Corning) or on-site at the Community Foundation Office at 301 S Main St., Horseheads, N.Y.
Cost: Free, badges provided
Duration: 45 minutes – 1 hour
Levels: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors
Note: Programs on pause until January 2026

Unique Experience - Grant Proposal Pioneer
As an organization that provides grant money to local nonprofits for their great ideas, we want to help support the great ideas of Girl Scouts! We will explore different ways Girl Scouts can fund their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award Projects or community service projects – focusing on funding provided by grants. In this Grant-Writing Workshop, Girl Scouts will learn about philanthropy and the role it has in our community. Girl Scouts will come prepared with an idea for a community service project that will help a community issue and write a grant for up to $250 to fund the project. At the end of the workshop, girl scouts will become Grant Proposal Pioneers and have successfully submitted a grant to fund their project.

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Contact: Carrianne Tribe-Filhart
Email: clt97@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.535.7161 x3223
Cost: Free
Duration: 1.5 hours
Levels: Cadette to Ambassador

Programming is offered on location.

🔵 🟠 🟢 Corning Museum of Glass (Corning, N.Y.) toggle arrow

Phone: 607.438.5400
Address: 1 Museum Way, Corning, N.Y. 14830
Cost: Kids and teens are free; adults pay admission. One chaperone is admitted free for every 10 Girl Scouts.
$3.65 per patch (includes shipping and handling). Send completed activity sheets and payment to Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways, 960 James Street, Floor 2, Syracuse, NY 13203.
Registration: Girl Scout Pre-Registration Form (reservations at least two weeks before the visit date are strongly encouraged).

Fun Patch & Unique Experience

Explore the Museum
Visit with your Girl Scout Troop and utilize the Museum to assist Girl Scouts in meeting some of the requirements for national badges (it is the responsibility of the Girl Scout leader to ensure these requirements are met).

Corning Museum of Glass Fun Patch
Use the Girl Scout Patch activity sheet to learn how the Girl Scout Law applies to glass. Earn a patch by exploring the galleries, going to a Hot Glass Show, and completing the activity sheet along the way.

Girl Scout Patch Activity Sheet

🔵 🟢 Glenn H. Curtiss Museum (Hammondsport, N.Y.) toggle arrow

Contact: Andre Wigley
Email: education@curtissmuseum.org
Phone: 607.569.7058
Website: glennhcurtissmuseum.org
Address: 8419 State Rte., 54, Hammondsport, N.Y. 14840

The Glenn H. Curtiss Museum is an educational and cultural institution that celebrates the innovations and accomplishments of Glenn Hammond Curtiss, using our priceless collection of planes, motorcycles and other artifacts.

We offer guided and specialized tours for groups scheduling in advance, our standard admission prices are $10 for students (includes kids), $13.50 for adults, and $12 for seniors, as well as discounts for groups of 10 or more people.
In addition to our event space being rentable, we can also put together specialized programming according to the education needs of your groups, for no extra charge.

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Contact: Beth Conway
Email: conwaybr58@yahoo.com
Phone: 607.368.5014
Address: 10016 Welty Rd, Lindley, NY 14858
Website: http://www.heartstudioflx.com
Cost: Handbuilding/Wheel: $40/per Girl Scout includes all materials, the finishing, glazing and firing of one piece to keep. Painting Pottery/Canvas: $35/per Girl Scout
Duration: 2 hours
Levels: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors

Handbuilding
Experience the joy of clay hand-building. Roll, pinch, twist, stamp, and mold clay into decorative pottery pieces or functional serving ware. No experience necessary. All pieces will be glaze-painted by participants. *Final pieces can be picked up in person or shipped (for an additional fee)

Wheel Throwing Workshop
Use the potter’s wheel to make a pot. Wheel-thrown pots will be finished and glazed after the workshop and then fired in the ceramic kiln. *Final pieces can be picked up in person or shipped (for an additional fee)

Pottery Painting
Easy as 1,2,3. Must contact studio 2 weeks prior to selecting a piece theme. (mug, bowl, etc.) select glaze and paint away! *Final pieces can be picked up in person or shipped (for an additional fee)

Canvas Acrylic Painting
Canvas as a medium. Contact the studio for ideas or suggestions on a scene to paint. *Final pieces can be taken home day of the project.

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Contact: Matt Towner
Email: corning128@icodeschool.com
Phone: 607.599.1599
Website: https://icodeschool.com/corning128/
Address: 117 West Water St., Painted Post, N.Y. 14870
Registration & Cost: Email corning128@icodeschool.com

iCode specializes in STEM education for kids. We utilize gaming, robotics, drones and more to keep kids having fun and ensure they stay engaged! Through our proprietary curriculum, Girl Scouts will develop a strong foundation of technical skills as well as vital soft skills like critical thinking, collaboration, creative thinking, presenting, and leadership, all while earning badges!

Brownie Computer Expert
Junior Digital Photographer
Junior Entertainment Technology
Cadette Digital Movie Maker
Senior Website Designer
Ambassador Photographer
Coding for Good 1/2/3 (All Girl Scout Levels)
Cybersecurity 1/2/3 (All Girl Scout Levels)
STEM Career Exploration (All Girl Scout Levels)
Digital Leadership (All Girl Scout Levels)
Robotics 1/2/3 (All Girl Scout Levels)
Space Science (All Girl Scout Levels)

🔴 Tim Collins: Solo Performer (Elmira, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Email: tcsoloperformer1@gmail.com
Website: Tim Collins Solo Performer (timcollinsonline.com)
Cost: $25 - $50 per session/troop. Additional travel fees outside Chemung & Steuben County.

Cadette Public Speaker
Find your voice and become a powerful public speaker! Participants will explore an exciting range of theater games in this fun, no-pressure session. Girl Scouts will learn techniques to help overcome stage fright and gain self-confidence. 45-60 minutes.

Junior Scribe
Explore your creative side and start writing! This creatively nourishing and inspiring session will allow Girl Scouts to try out a variety of creative writing and journaling exercises. Participants will write and share poetry, short stories and scenes and work with their fellow Girl Scouts to create a collaborative writing project.

Duration: 60-75 minutes.

Senior Novelist
Put your stories on the page! This in-depth session provides guided creative writing activities that will help aspiring writers craft compelling stories and create memorable characters. Participating Girl Scouts will learn ways to strengthen their creative voice and make their writing come alive.

Duration: 60 minutes.

Senior Troupe Performer
This immersive class will provide Girl Scouts with a memorable session designed to develop and improve stage presence and acting technique. Participants will try out a selection of vocal warm-ups, public speaking activities, acting exercises and will get to prepare and perform a monologue or scene for fellow Girl Scouts. Ideal for both those new to acting and those with performance experience.

Duration: 60-90 minutes.

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Contact: Emily Hoffman
Email: emily.hoffman@rosewellpark.org
Phone: 607.621.7648
Locations: Schuyler, Chemung & Steuben counties

These workshops will cover most of the steps needed to complete the listed badge. Resources will be provided for any additional independent work that needs to be completed after the initial workshop.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Steuben County, send them this form!

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🔴 American Red Cross - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

🟠 🟢 Belva Lockwood Inn (Owego, N.Y.) toggle arrow

Contact: Brie Woods
Email: info@belvalockwoodinn.com
Phone: 757.894.0898
Address: 249 Front St., Owego, N.Y. 13827
Cost: Free

Once you’ve completed the fun patch requirements email Brie at info@belvalockwoodinn.com with the number of Girl Scouts in your troop to receive your fun patches.

Learning Through Doing: Troops will organize a half-day field trip to the BelvaLockwood Inn and enjoy an age-appropriate hands-on learning experience. Troops will earn the Belva Lockwood Patch at the end of the day with a short ceremony. (Preliminary requirements met.)

Suffrage Sash Making: Girls will design and create their own sashes with messages related to women's suffrage or BelvaLockwood's quotes.
Campaign Button Design: Girls will design their own campaign buttons promoting Belva's candidacy or a cause they care about.
Historical Scavenger Hunt: Girls will find hidden clues and/or riddles around the BelvaLockwood Inn related to Belva's life, the building's history, or the women's suffrage movement. The girls can work in teams to solve the clues and learn more about Belvawhile exploring the Inn.
Mock Trial: Girl Scouts will be divided into groups and assigned roles in a mock trial related to one of Belva's legal cases or a fictionalized case highlighting gender inequality. They can prepare opening statements, present arguments, and reach a verdict.
Create a Time Capsule: Gather small items representing the day's activities and BelvaLockwood's legacy (photos, quotes, drawings). Encourage the girls to contribute their own items and write short messages about what they learned. Bury the time capsule at the Inn or keep it on display.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Caitlin Tucker
Email: clt98@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.366.0833 x0
Levels: Cadette to Ambassador
Cost: Free
Duration: 1.5 hours

Programming is offered on location.

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Contact: Becky Gelunas (Broome and Tioga Counties)
Email: rebecca.gelunas@broomecountyny.gov
Phone: 607.778.3919

CADETTE PUBLIC SPEAKER
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Unlock the secrets of using your unique voice, experiences, and perspective to reach community leaders, elected officials, community service groups, the news media, your peers, and more. In this dynamic workshop, you'll build essential skills and confidence to deliver a simple message with a powerful impact. Learn to master:
• Effective Communication: Utilize eye contact and body language to engage your audience.
• Message Crafting: Tailor your words to resonate with different groups.
• Connection Building: Develop the ability to connect with any person or group on a meaningful level.
By the end of this workshop, you'll feel empowered knowing you can speak to any audience and make a real connection. Join us and discover the power of your voice!

AMBASSADOR PUBLIC POLICY
Cost: Free
Program Duration: 4 hours (two 2-hour sessions)

Ever wondered why so many tobacco shops pop up near schools? Or why smoking is banned in restaurants because it's dangerous, but people can still smoke in apartments where kids have to breathe it in? It doesn’t seem fair, right? Now's your chance to make a difference! Here's How You Can Take a Stand:

A. Know the Rules: Look into the laws and policies about tobacco sales and where people can smoke. Some places ban tobacco sales near schools, but the rules might not be strict enough.
B. Spot the Problems: Find out where current rules don’t protect people, like letting people smoke in apartments with kids nearby. Think about how these rules can be better.
C. Talk to Leaders: Share your ideas with local leaders, school boards, and community groups. They can help push for better rules.
D. Spread the Word: Use social media, school events, and community meetings to let others know about the dangers of smoking and secondhand smoke. Explain why stronger rules are needed.
E. Join Forces: Team up with youth groups like Reality Check that already fight against tobacco. They have resources and can amplify your voice.

By stepping up, you can help create a safer, healthier community for everyone, especially for kids and teens who are most at risk. Your voice matters—let’s make it heard!

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Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

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Email: director@watermancenter.org
Address: 403 Hilton Rd., Apalachin, N.Y. 13732
Website: watermancenter.org
Cost: $5 to $10 per Girl Scout depending on program

Come explore the Waterman Conservation Education Center! Our main site houses an interpretive center with a museum, live animal residents, a reference library, educational displays and classroom space.

Troop volunteers can email us at director@watermancenter.org to set up programming for their troop or reserve space for primitive camping.

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Tioga County, send them this form!

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🔴 American Red Cross - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Tioga County, Pa., send them this form!

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Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

🔴 Cayuga Climbs (Ithaca, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Email: climb@cayugaclimbs.com
Phone: 607.339.0978
Address: 53 Hall Rd., Suite A, Ithaca, N.Y. 14850
Cost: $22 per Girl Scout or $250 for a private event

Join the skilled staff at Cayuga Climbs as they do a quick overview of climbing before you embark on a fun climbing adventure! Troop must provide one registered adult for every three participating Girl Scouts.

Badges Offered
Daisy Snow or Climbing Adventure
Brownie Snow or Climbing Adventure

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Jack Wright
Email: ww497@cornell.edu
Phone: 607.366.0833 x700
Levels: Cadette to Ambassador
Cost: Free
Duration: 1.5 hours

Programming is offered on location.

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Contact: Astrid Jirka
Email: booking@discovercayugalake.org
Phone: 607.327.5253 (LAKE)
Address: 110 N. Tioga St., Ste. 303 Ithaca, N.Y. 14850
Cost: $10 to $20 donation per Girl Scout requested for all cruises
Registration: by phone or email

Family Eco-Cruises
Themed cruises include fun and interactive activities to explore and learn about water-related topics.

Duration: 1.5 hour long cruises
Ages: 5-10 year olds
Fridays 10-11:30 a.m. (July-August)

Lake & Land Tours
Knowledgeable narrators and Youth Guides-in training will be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide hands-on activities about water sampling and ecology. While at the Park, choose from the following options:

A 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with Park guides

Rent a paddleboard, or single or tandem kayak

Simply kick back and enjoy the beautiful park itself (there is a playground and swim area)

Stay on board to participate in water sampling activities

Order lunch to enjoy on the cruise back. (Or you can bring your own lunch.)

Duration: A combined 4-hour lake & land experience from the Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back.
Ages: 10 and up
Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (July-August)

Lake Monitoring Cruises
Help us assess lake conditions and conduct water sampling! This is an opportunity to join citizen scientists (or become one!) and meet professionals from our partner organizations.

Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Ages: Best for 13 and up
Sundays at 2 p.m. (May-October) leaving from the Ithaca Farmers Market

Osprey Eco-Cruises
Learn about the ecology and natural history of Cayuga Lake through the eyes of our resident Osprey. Bring your binoculars if you have them (though we have some on board too) and your keen powers of observation as we'll also be checking out the food web under microscopes!

Duration: 1.5 hours
Ages: All Ages
Thursdays-Saturdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. (May-August)

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Contact: Carrie Moore
Email: carrie@mooretrees.com
Phone: 607.379.0808
Website: http://www.moorefamilyfun.com
Address: 575 Auburn Rd., Groton, N.Y. 13073
Cost: $14.95/person using discount code GirlsRock'23! These tickets must be purchased in advance (before 11:59 p.m. the evening before the visit) at Moore Family Farm Fall Festival - Where Fun Grows! (ticketspice.com)
When: Weekends 9/16-10/29 plus Mon 10/9, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Come get lost in our corn maze, pick the perfect pumpkin from the patch, test your aim at our apple cannons, take instagram-worthy photos & much more. With over 35 attractions there's farm fun for everyone. You'll create memories worth repeating. Wide Open Spaces & Fresh Air...This is Where Fun Grows!

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Contact: Megan Kirby
Email: mkirby@tompkins-co.org
Phone: 607.254.1715
Website: STREAM Girls - Trout Unlimited
Cost: Free
Levels: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors & Ambassadors

Girl Scouts will be able to get to know a local stream and view it through the lens of a scientist, an artist, and an angler! Girls will participate in activities like collecting flow data, fly fishing, and exploring the area around them while documenting their thoughts and observations. Girl Scouts who complete all eight core activities will receive a STREAM Girls Fun Patch.

Activities:

STREAM Walk
Fly casting
Go with the Flow!
Macroinvertebrate survey
Fly tying
Stream Scavenger Hunt and Bracelets
Some amount of reflection throughout
Some amount of discussion throughout

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Contact: Volunteer Services
Email: volunteer@rmsyr.org
Phone: 315.472.6251
Website: https://rescuemissionalliance.org/
Registration: Please contact Volunteer Services to register!
Location Finder: https://www.ishopthrifty.org/our-locations/

🔴 🟢 Visions Federal Credit Union (Multiple Locations) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Financial Wellness
Email: Education@VisionsFCU.org
Phone: 800.242.2120 x10900
Cost: Free
Duration: 1 hour

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Tompkins County, send them this form!

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🔴 American Red Cross - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

🔴 Community Bank (Local Branches) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Programs can be scheduled as a one-time session or as a series.

*This program can also be scheduled for adults

🔴 Montezuma Audubon Center (Savannah, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

Email: montezuma@audubon.org
Phone: 315.365.3588
Address: 2295 State Rt. 89, Savannah, N.Y., 13146
Website: ny.audubon.org/montezuma

Brownie Hiker
Program Description: Join us to learn the fun and safe way to hike outdoors.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Brownie Bugs
Program Description: Come learn about the nature that surrounds us and how the bugs that live there help us.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Junior Animal Habitats
Program Description: Learn about wild animals, their habitats, and how humans should treat wild animals.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Junior Camper
Program Description: Build your outdoor camping confidence as you learn basic skills in knot tying, Leave No Trace, and fire building.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout
Optional Camping: Outdoor camping $20 per Girl Scout (includes the 2 hour program)

Junior Flowers
Program Description: Come learn all the wonderful things about flowers; the anatomy, how they help people and pollinators, and craft skills from flowers.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Junior Gardener
Program Description: Learn about soil science, the importance of gardening, and how to provide nutritious foods for oneself.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Cadette Animal Helper
Program Description: Join us to explore connections between humans and animals and how we help each other.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Cadette Night Owl
Program Description: Come safely navigate the outdoors as we use our senses to identify nocturnal creatures.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout,
Optional Camping: Outdoor camping $20 per Girl Scouts, indoor camping $25 per Girl Scouts (includes the 2 hour program)

Cadette Trailblazing
Program Description: Learn new outdoor skills, share stories, and play games while camping with your fellow Girl Scouts. There will be a 2 hour program and then time to camp with your troop.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout.
Optional Camping: Outdoor camping $20 per Girl Scout (includes the 2 hour program)

Cadette Trees
Program Description: Come learn about the biology of trees, what they offer to nature, and to see what it is like to be a naturalist.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Senior Adventurer
Program Description: Learn the skills and equipment needed, as well as the importance of teamwork, for a multi-day hiking and camping trip.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

Senior Locavore
Program Description: Gain an understanding of the importance of locally grown food and how to prepare a meal for oneself and others.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout

🔴 Pretty Powerful Inc. (Palmyra, N.Y.) - On-Demand toggle arrow

If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Wayne County, send them this form!

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🔴 American Red Cross - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Cortney Shatraw, Disaster Preparedness Manager for Eastern New York
Email: Preparedness.ENY@redcross.org
Phone: 518.694.5121

Programs are available at no cost at Red Cross offices or schedule a troop meeting!

Brownie First Aid Badge
Training on how to be prepared for disasters, do Hands-Only CPR and make an emergency kit using a Pillowcase.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Programs can be scheduled as a one-time session or as a series.

*This program can also be scheduled for adults

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If you have a lead to a business or organization that may be interested in becoming a program partner in Yates County, send them this form!

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Email: cny-programs@alz.org
Cost: Free
Levels: Girl Scouts and adults of all levels

Alzheimer Association, Central New York Chapter

- An adult must be present with each participant to receive a free fun patch.

- On-site available in the following counties: Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Onondaga, Oneida, Oswego, St. Lawrence, Tioga and Tompkins.

- Virtual available to all troops within our council footprint

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Contact: Dr. Patricia A. Houchin, Program Creator
Email: patricia@chain-links.love
Website: www.chain-links.love
Cost: $12.99 (includes workbook and fun patch)
Registration: Email Dr. Patricia today at patricia@chain-links.love to get started after watching the short introduction video.
Levels: Cadette, Seniors and Ambassadors

Can you imagine doing new things, going to new places, and meeting new people with excitement and confidence? Or instead, maybe your heart pounds, you feel shaky, and those old, familiar butterflies start to flutter in your stomach? If that is you, fear not! Fun and interactive, The CHAIN Links Program is a 13-week journey designed to build your confidence and help you overcome self-doubt. Completed with a best friend or alone acting as your own best friend, you will gain valuable skills that will empower you for a lifetime. Watch this brief video ( https://www.chain-links.love/videos-and-more) to learn more about The CHAIN Links Program and get started today!

Support for the program includes: Thirteen five-minute videos to introduce each link (chapters are called links) and to cheer for you, a monthly webinar to answer questions (attendance optional), and a short survey at the end of the program.

🔴 🟠 Challenge Island - On-Demand toggle arrow

Contact: Rachel Gleason
Email: rgleason@challenge-island.com
Phone: 315.309.4800
Website: www.challenge-island.com
Registration: Email or call Rachel Gleason

Challenge Island is a high-energy, high-interest, hands-on enrichment program on the cutting edge of S.T.E.A.M. education, project-based learning and 21st century skills.

Girl Scouts of all ages can join us for some STEAMtastic workshops sure to keep your troop engaged and learning the whole way through.

Cost: $15 per Girl Scout per hour (fun patch included)
Discount pricing for troops of 25 girls or more. Combining troops of the same level is welcome to gain access to discount pricing.

Daisy Programs Offered
Daisy Triple Automotive Badges (3 hours)
Daisy Toy Business Designer Badge (1.5 hours)
Daisy Triple Mechanical Engineer Badges (3 hours)
Daisy Kindness & Caring for All Workshop (3 hours)

Brownie Programs Offered
Brownie Triple Automotive Badges (3 hours)
Brownie Inventor Badge (1 hour)
Brownie Budding Entrepreneur (2 hours)
Brownie Home Scientist (3 hours)
Brownie Triple Mechanical Engineer Badges (2 hours)
Brownie Making Games (2 hours)

Junior Programs Offered
Junior Triple Automotive Badges (3 hours)
Junior Business Jumpstart Badge (1.5 hours)
Junior Space Science Badge (2 hours)
Junior Playing in the Past Badge (2.5 hours)
Junior Animal Habitats (2 hours)
Junior Triple Mechanical Engineer Badges (2 hours)

Cadette Programs Offered
Cadette Marketing Badge (3 hours)
Cadette Entrepreneur Badge (3 hours)
Cadette Comic Artist (3 hours)

*Programs can be done at one time or spread over the course of a couple of meetings.

Challenge Island brings all the materials, the teacher and the fun! Official Girl Scout Badges must be purchased by the troop separately.

**Virtual workshops available. We travel to Onondaga and Cayuga Counties, outside counties can inquire, but fees may apply.

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Contact: Charde Vera
Email: info@chardevera.com
Website: www.chardevera.com
Address: PO Box 502 Nyack, N.Y. 10960

Download Fun Patch Program

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Contact: Elizabeth Balfour
Email: ebalfour@cnylymealliance.org
Phone: 315.551.2553
Website: cnylymealliance.org
Cost: Free

CNY Lyme & Tick-borne Disease Alliance’s experienced educators promote tick-borne disease prevention education, provide reliable resources and answer questions with active and engaging presentations. Girl Scouts of all levels will know how to access, assess and apply valid tick-borne disease prevention methods and share their knowledge.

Program times vary and can be offered in-person, hybrid, or virtually. Free in-person events are available in Madison, Onondaga, and Oswego Counties. In-person events are available in other counties, email ebalfour@cnylymealliance.org to inquire about pricing.

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Contact: Denise Cavallo, Branch Manager
Email: denise.cavallo@cbna.com
Phone: 315.288.2015
Cost: Free

Girls learn sound financial practices through hands-on activities and interactions with financial professionals. Use the workbook for your Girl Scout Level to complete the self-paced activities during a troop meeting. Then reach out to schedule a tour of your local branch and a financial workshop to complete your financial badge.

Daisy Money Explorer
Brownie Budget Builder
Junior Budget Maker
Cadette Budget Manager
Senior My Financial Power
Ambassador My Financial Planner

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Contact: Becci Gearman
Email: becci@ruhigg.com
Phone: 716.374.5505
Cost: Varies based on kit purchased

For the full list of available kits, please reach out directly to Becci via email or phone.

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Contact: Jazmine Tooles
Email: info@magicofmotion.org
Phone: 302.538.0263
Website: www.magicofmotion.org/girl-scouts
Cost: $3.50/patch

Bring the exploration, fun, and learning of healthy habits and building teamwork skills to your troop. Use our self-guided PDFs or attend a live workshop to help you explore the Physical Therapy profession and more!

When patches are ordered a copy of the fun patch curriculum will be emailed. Patches can be purchased online here.

Healthy Teams Fun Patch Program
Brownies & Juniors! Healthy teams communicate well, compromise, support one another and respect differences. Learn teamwork skills while becoming familiar with the teams in your body and healthcare groups that take care of you!

Magic of Motion
Cadettes! Being physically active isn’t just for athletes, it’s for everyone! Choosing to exercise will help you sleep better, stress less and keep your body healthy and strong. Find out how activity helps your body and learn how to incorporate exercise in your life.

Healing Through Motion
Seniors! Learn how Physical Therapy helps treat various medical conditions that may affect you or your friends and family. Discover how some skills therapists learn can be used in your life. Take what you’ve learned and find a way to promote good health through physical activity to people in your community.

Healing People Changing Lives
Ambassadors! Whether interested in working with athletes, children, actors on Broadway, the elderly, in pelvic health or in the hospital, the opportunities are endless in the career of Physical Therapy! Become familiar with the profession of Physical Therapy and discover what it takes to become a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapy Assistant.

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Contact: Elena Lombardi
Email: fuelhers@gmail.com
Website: fuelhers.com
Cost: $15 per Girl Scout; adults may attend at no additional cost. (Minimum of 10 Girl Scouts is required per workshop; badges not included workshop price.)

Fuel Her provides prevention-focused education addressing body appreciation, nutrition and wellness misinformation, social-media messages, influencer marketing and supportive conversations around food and bodies. Fuel Her’s founder and facilitator, Elena Lombardi, leads the first 45 minutes, with a contracted Registered Dietitian joining for a brief general educational Q&A at the end.

There are 2 versions of this virtual, live workshop. The workshop for Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts focuses on self-care, how to have conversations about food and bodies and how to ask their trusted adults questions. Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts will unpack social media and influencer marketing, while learning how to check for qualified sources of information.

Brownies through Ambassadors can all earn their level’s Body Appreciation badge by completing their level’s corresponding workshop.

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Contact: isabellaloveyourselfie@gmail.com

Girl Scouts of all levels can complete the Love Your Selfie activity to earn this fun patch! Once the activity is completed, email isabellaloveyourselfie@gmail.com with pictures of your completed project to receive your fun patch.

Download the Love Your Selfie Activity

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Website: nakirasworld.com

Nakira's World offers badge and patch programs to Girl Scouts across the U.S.! Check out the program guides below, and learn more on their website.

Daisy STEM Career Badge
Brownie STEM Career Badge

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Email: drmm-bod@navyfederal.org
Address: 26403 Johnson Rd., Evans Mills, N.Y.
Girl Scout Level: Daisy-Ambassador
Cost: Free

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Contact: Mallory Rutigliano
Email: sc-atlantic-chapter-education-committee@googlegroups.com
Website: https://sierranyeducation.wixsite.com/seas-program
Cost: Free

Sierra Club is a grassroots environmental organization that has been helping to protect the environment for more than 130 years. Sierra Club volunteers advocate every day for clean energy, nature conservation and countless other issues. The Student Environmental Action Society (SEAS) program, is a free, monthly, virtual club designed to empower students to learn about Environmental Justice and build skills to help solve our climate crisis together.

Senior Eco Explorer (3-4 hours)

Attend at least 1 monthly SEAS program meeting via Zoom. You will be part of a group with other students and a seasoned environmentalist facilitator, and learn about biodiversity, global climate change and environmental justice.

Prepare for the meeting by reading, watching, and/or listening to materials identified by the SEAS program facilitator ("book club" format).

Actively participate in the discussion.

Work with the group facilitators to attend a Sierra Club outing or a Get Out and Read opportunity (to go into nature and work on the program materials) to help turn knowledge into experience.

Share what you’ve learned with your peers.

Ambassador Eco Advocate (6 hours)

Attend at least 2 monthly SEAS program meetings via Zoom. You will be part of a group with other students and a seasoned environmentalist facilitator, and learn about biodiversity, global climate change and environmental justice.

Prepare for the meeting by reading, watching, and/or listening to materials identified by the SEAS program facilitator ("book club" format).

Actively participate in the discussion.

Work with a SEAS program facilitator to identify an issue you would like to advocate for and create a campaign outline.

Attend a Sierra Club committee meeting and talk to experts about your advocacy issue and campaign, and discuss how it relates to environmental justice.

Registration:
To sign up as an individual student or as a troop leader for your troop, you can fill out this form. Our current sessions are held over Zoom on the last Thursday of every month from 7-8 p.m. You may join these sessions right away by signing up and indicating in the sign-up form that you are a Girl Scout or a troop leader.

If you would like to request a different time for your troop, let us know in the sign-up form or send us an email to sc-atlantic-chapter-education-committee@googlegroups.com

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Download Fun Patch Program Guide

Contact Solar United Neighbors at getinvolved@solarunitedneighbors.org for free fun patches once the program is completed.

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Email: info@stallcatchers.com
Registration: stallcatchers.com/main?team=729

When volunteers reach 100 minutes, they can submit their result here.

Girl Scouts can participate in an online "citizen science" activity called Stall Catchers. Stall Catchers speeds up Alzheimer's disease research at Cornell University. Any Girl Scout can register through our website to join the USA Girl Scout team and receive the Stall Catchers fun patch by volunteering for 100 minutes. A timesheet option is under the user's profile menu to track volunteer time.

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Contact: Liz Rutledge and Dr. Cyrina Bullard
Email: info@sustainablehappinesstogether.com
Phone: 720.689.4442
Website: Lessons from the Bright Butterfly for Girl Scouts
Cost: $99 per Girl Scout Troop (one year subscription: includes
downloadable workbook and up to 10* Butterfly Life Cycle fun patches
for all registered girls in the troop) *(Additional fun patches can be
purchased for $2.95 per patch by the troop if needed for troops larger than 10 members).
Registration: CLICK HERE FOR SPECIAL GIRLS SCOUT PRICING
Girl Scout Levels: Daisy & Brownie

Lessons from the Bright Butterfly

Virtual Self-Paced Course: One concept per week for six weeks (15 minutes per meeting) to allow the important concepts to be understood and practiced.

Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies will be empowered to become their most confident, best selves and have a strong foundation for life with our interactive, self-paced mini lessons. Our program is designed for Girl Scout troops to self-guide through our 15-minute lessons per week over the course of 6 weeks. These hands-on, thought-provoking, self-reflection activities are a great way to start or end your troop meetings. Girls can then practice the skills between meetings. Girl Scouts will learn ways to foster: a growth mindset, more happiness, resilience, and ways to be calm every day. This course merges the butterfly life cycle with critical social emotional learning tools. Girl Scouts can have more fun with the included Be Present to Catch Happinessgame. And the Daily Habits with the Bright Butterfly (a habit tracker included in the course) encourages them to have good habits for life. Most of the tools and techniques they will learn are backed by science and all of the information is delivered in engaging activities.

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Email: encampment@buffalonavalpark.org
Phone: 716.847.1773 x18
Address: 1 Naval, Marina Park S, Buffalo, N.Y. 14202
Register: Buy Tickets – Buffalo Naval Park Overnight Youth Encampment – The Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park
Cost: $75 per Girl Scout
Levels: Brownie - Ambassador
Spring Session: Saturdays from April through June
Fall Session: Saturdays from September through November

Spend the night aboard Buffalo Naval Park’s USS Little Rock!

During your overnight encampment, you will:
– Sleep in restored berthing compartments where the real Little Rock crew lived;
– Enjoy dinner and breakfast in the crew’s Mess Deck;
– Tour the USS Little Rock, USS The Sullivans, and USS Croaker;
– Participate in educational programs and activities to learn about life onboard ship

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Address: 2000 Frost Valley Rd., Claryville, N.Y.
Phone Number: 845.985.2291 ext. 450
Email: reservations@frostvalley.org
Website: Scouting Programs – Frost Valley YMCA

When you become a Girl Scout, you commit to yourself, your community, your world and your fellow Girl Scouts. Here at Frost Valley YMCA, we want to help your troop pave the way for a multi-faceted journey infused with leadership, personal growth and the formation of strong, lifelong bonds. Our eight core values – Caring, Community, Diversity, Honesty, Inclusiveness, Respect, Responsibility and Stewardship – are the foundation of the comprehensive programming we offer Girl Scout troops.

Leaders, designing a weekend retreat for your Girl Scouts at Frost Valley YMCA is easy. Our staff will be happy to walk you through every step of the way. Call 845.985.2291, ext. 450 or email reservations@frostvalley.org

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Address: 100 Hersheypark Dr, Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: 1-800-242-4236
Website URL: Group Tickets: Corporate & School Groups | Hersheypark

One-time Girl Scout Events: For groups of 40 or more, we can provide an all-you-care-to-eat buffet in a private catered pavilion. A catering agreement is required for this option along with a deposit. Group contact is responsible for menu selection, ticket order and final payment.

Girl Scout Discounts: Limited-time offers are made available at Hersheypark's discretion. Groups of 20 or more should reach out to Hersheypark Group Sales directly.

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Contact: Carroll Teitsworth
Email: office@libertyballoon.com
Phone: 585.243.3178
Website: www.libertyballoon.com

Earn your Balloon Crew Fun Patch 2 different ways:

Join the ground crew during a Balloons Over Letchworth Flight. Liberty Balloon Co. schedules scenic passenger flights from Letchworth State Park. Flights are scheduled at sunrise and sunset, Monday through Saturday, May through October. Crew duties include helping assemble, inflate and launch the balloon. During the flight, the crew follows on the ground, anticipating where the wind will take the balloon and attempting to be at the landing site to assist with the landing. This can be the most exciting part of the experience, sometimes resembling storm chasing. After the flight, the crew helps pack up the flight vehicle and return to the launch site. This experience is recommended for small groups (max. 5 participants).

Join the REMAX balloon crew at a balloon rally. These rallies are held at various locations throughout our council’s footprint. Crew duties include helping assemble, inflate and launch the balloon. You may get to assist with the spectator photo ops or get to attend the pilot briefing before the flight—each festival is unique! Participants will also be able to enjoy the additional activities of the festival.

Call 585.243.3178 ext. 404 for flight details and to schedule your experience.

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Address: 99 Victor Rd.
Phone: 585.223.1330
Contact: Kim Ferris-Church
Email: education@lollypop.org
Website: http://lollypop.org
Register: Girl & Boy Scout Programs | Lollypop Farm

Daisy Scouts: Birdbath Award
In this workshop, Girl Scouts will learn to care for animals and themselves through creative experiences. They will learn that animals have the same needs and feelings as us! We will learn how animals communicate with one another and how we can communicate with our pets. Scouts will tour Lollypop Farm to learn how the needs of different animals are met.
Max Participants: 25 Girls & Adults
Cost: $15/Girl Scout. All workshops booked include 2 group leaders for no added cost.

Brownie Scouts: Pets Badge
In this workshop, Girl Scouts will learn basic pet care and the responsibility of owning a pet. We will learn what our pets need to be happy, healthy, and safe. Scouts will create a budget for keeping a pet and practice grooming techniques for pets. We will tour Lollypop Farm and see in person how animals communicate with one another and with us.
Max Participants: 25 Girls & Adults
Cost: $15/Girl Scout. All workshops booked include 2 group leaders for no added cost.

Junior Scouts: Animal Habitats Badge
In this workshop, Girl Scouts will learn about wild animals and the habitats in which they live. We will discover what an adequate habitat needs to have for an animal to thrive and how we can help to protect those environments. Girl Scouts will create bird feeders that provide wild birds with food and nesting materials. We will tour Lollypop farm and learn how our pets’ needs are met by their habitats.
Max Participants: 25 Girls & Adults
Cost: $15/Girl Scout. All workshops booked include 2 group leaders for no added cost.

Cadette Scouts: Animal Helper Badge
In this workshop, Girl Scouts will explore the connection between humans and animals and how we help each other to thrive. Girl Scouts will learn about amazing animal heroes and the many ways that animals enrich our lives every day. We will tour Lollypop Farm and explore how rescued animals are capable of helping their humans.
Max Participants: 25 Girls & Adults
Cost: $15/Girl Scout. All workshops booked include 2 group leaders for no added cost.

Senior Scouts: Voice for Animals Badge
In this workshop, Girl Scouts will learn to understand animal issues worldwide and know what they can do to help. We will explore a variety of problems that animals face and what is being done in response. We will tour Lollypop Farm and discuss the specific issues that affect shelter animals and what LollypopFarm does to fight those issues.
Max Participants: 25 Girls & Adults
Cost: $15/Girl Scout. All workshops booked include 2 group leaders for no added cost.

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Contact: Allison Hinman
Email: programs@susanb.org
Phone Number: 585.235.6124
Address: 17 Madison Street, Rochester, N.Y. 14608
Website: susanb.org

Brownie Celebrating Community
What can you do to help your community? Includes a 30-minute tour followed by brainstorming actions to be good community members.

Cost: $12 per person, including guests and accompanying adults.
*At least one adult/guardian must be present.

Registration: Call 585.235.6124 or email programs@susanb.org

Susan B. Anthony Patch Program
Girl Scout Program is appropriate for Juniors, Cadettes, and Seniors. Includes a 60-minute tour and concludes with activities comparing Susan B. Anthony’s life with girls’ lives today.

Cost: $12 per person, including guests and accompanying adults.
*At least one adult/guardian must be present.

Girl Scout Levels: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors

Register: Susan B. Anthony Patch Program – Susan B. Anthony Museum & House Shop

Centennial Woman’s Suffrage Patch
How is the Women’s Rights Movement still a part of our current lives? What does justice mean to you? How can you advocate to impact the lives of others? Includes a 30-minute tour followed by designing action plans and posters for advocacy.

Cost: $12 per person, including guests and accompanying adults.
*At least one adult/guardian must be present.

Girl Scout Level: Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors

Registration: Call 585.235.6124 or email programs@susanb.org

Volunteer Opportunities
The Anthony Museum works with the community regularly to clean up our historic gardens and grounds. These opportunities are seasonal.

Email programs@susanb.org to inquire about current opportunities.

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Address: 657 East Ave, Rochester, N.Y. 14607
Phone: 585.697.1942
Website: rmsc.org/museum-science-center/scouts
Registration & Pricing: Rochester Museum & Science Center

Our programs run rain or shine—come dressed for the weather!

Daisy Design with Nature
Learn about the different types of nature at the RMSC! Count the birds, make a map and go for a nature walk at the RMSC Museum & Science Center.

Daisy Numbers in Nature
Explore numbers in nature at the RMSC! Learn about shadows, measurements and sorting outdoors.

Daisy Shapes in Nature
Explore the outdoors at the RMSC! Go on a nature shapes scavenger hunt as we look for patterns in nature and make your own shape art inspired by organic forms.

Daisy Robotics
Complete all three Daisy Robotics badges in one session! Learn what robots do, how robots move, and design your own robot in this hands-on class.

Daisy Space Science Explorer
Explore the sun, moon, and stars as we look up to the sky and learn about what we see. A Planetarium show is not included in this badge program. Add a planetarium show to your visit for an additional $10 per person (subject to availability).

Brownie Shapes in Nature
Explore shapes in nature at the RMSC Museum & Science Center! Be a citizen scientist as we track birds and graph our data. Learn about symmetry and tessellations as we get up close and personal with our Inquiry Room animals.

Brownie Home Scientist
Get into some kitchen chemistry! Learn about chemical reactions that you can do with everyday household items. Try hands-on activities, explore the museum’s interactive exhibits and enjoy a Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream Social.

Brownie Hiker
This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Head out on the trail! Learn about how to prepare for your hike, spot trail signs, what to wear and pack and the do’s and don’ts of hiking safely. Check out all that the Nature Center has to offer both inside and out!

Brownie Inventor
Design, build, test! Discover the building blocks of becoming an inventor. Learn the design process and test your skills as you complete a design challenge. Get hands-on in our Inventor Center.

Brownie Outdoor Art Creator
This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Use your five senses to explore nature and practice your art skills. Go on a nature detective walk and make a leaf rubbing. Brush up your painting skills to make a landscape painting.

Brownie Bugs
This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. What’s the difference between a spider and an insect? Become a junior entomologist and explore a bug’s life through the museum’s collection of creepy crawly critters. Learn all about what makes a bug a bug, where they live and what they eat.

Brownie Outdoor Adventurer
Have an outdoor adventure at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center! Go for a hike, play a game and learn a new outdoor skill while learning about the environment around you.

Brownie Programming Robots
Experiment with simple machines and robot senses. Learn about programs and algorithms to code your own robot.

Brownie Designing Robots
Learn the steps of the Engineering Design process while you make your own bug-bot.

Brownie Space Science Adventurer
Make a mini-planetarium and a pocket solar system as you learn about space and the night sky. A Planetarium show is not included in this badge program. Add a planetarium show to your visit for an additional $10 per person (subject to availability).

Junior Detective
Become a super sleuth! Discover what it takes to be a detective and learn the skills and techniques used in the field to solve crimes. Test your memory and try your hand at fingerprinting. Solve a mini museum mystery!

Junior Flowers
This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Learn all about flowers as you dissect a flower and go on a flower identification hike at the Nature Center. Make your own flower bookmark to take home!

Junior Shape in Nature
Explore patterns in nature at the RMSC Museum & Science Center! Create your own nature journal as you learn about symmetry, fractals, and the Fibonacci sequence.

Junior Outdoor Art Explorer
Get inspired by nature at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Explore how art and nature interact as you create art inspired by the outdoors and even make your own terrarium to bring home.

Junior Programming Robots
Get to know how robots work, program a Mars Rover, and try your hand at coding your own robot.

Junior Designing Robots
Learn about the future of robotics and use the Engineering Design Process to create a prototype of a robot to solve a problem.

Junior Space Science Investigator
Learn about our Solar System and explore the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium as you become a Space Science Investigator. Make a star wheel to take home and a scale model of the Solar System. Add a planetarium show to your visit for an additional $10 per person (subject to availability).

Cadette Special Agent
Become a special agent and explore the world of forensics. Practice your observation skills and try out fingerprinting. Be a forensic biologist and extract DNA. Make some blood and see how it spatters! Test out your skills at being a sketch artist.

Cadette Trees
This program takes place at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Learn about the importance of trees and go on a tree identification walk. Check out the Maple Sugaring House at the Nature Center and try a tree treat. Become a citizen scientist and help our trees!

Cadette Outdoor Art Apprentice
Go outside and see how art is inspired by nature at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center. Make your own seed paper and learn about nature sounds.

RMSC Fun Patch
Come visit RMSC or take part in a Girl Scout program. $2 each.

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Address: 2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester N.Y. 14621
Phone: 585.336.7213
Contact: Megan Murante
Email: education@senecazoo.org
Website: https://senecaparkzoo.org/education/
Pricing & Register: Scout Workshops | Seneca Park Zoo

Daisy Eco Learner– offered in-person only
Daisy scouts will learn ways to protect the environment as they have fun exploring nature! Scouts will play a game to show that they are prepared for an outdoor adventure. They will meet some program animals up-close to learn why it is important to protect nature from trash.

*This experience will help fulfill steps 1-3 of the Eco Learner badge.

Brownie Bugs– offered in-person only
Brownie scouts will learn all about bugs! Scouts will meet some bugs up close, as well as explore the zoolooking for animals that depend on bugs. They will also be able to apply their new bug knowledge to making their own bug craft as they discuss why bugs are important.
*This experience will help fulfill steps 1-5 of the Bugs Badge.

Brownie Household Elf– offered in-person only
Join us at Seneca Park Zoo as we learn about how to save energy and water, and make the Earth a nicer place for animals and people alike! We will tour the Zootalking about why saving energy and recycling helps not only us, but all other living creatures as well.
*This experience will help fulfill steps 1-3, & 5 of the Household Elf badge.

Brownie Eco Friend– offered in-person only
Brownie scouts will learn how to be a friend to nature as they practice the Leave No Trace principles on a hike through the Zoo. Scouts will show respect to wildlife and practice being kind as they explore the outdoors. They will observe animals and their homes and use their observations to create an art project.
*This experience will help fulfill requirements 1, 2, 4 & 5 of the Eco Friend badge.

Junior Animal Habitats– offered virtually or in-person
Scouts will learn about different animal habitats, what each animal needs to help them survive, and if anything is threatening their populations. They will discuss what they can do to help protect animals in their natural range.
*This experience will help fulfill steps 1, 2 & 4 of the Animal Habitats Badge. The in-person workshop also completes steps 3 & 5.

Cadette Animal Helpers– offered in-person only
As they explore the Zoo, scouts will discuss the various connections between animals and humans. They will learn about how people’s feelings about certain animal species have changed over time. They will see amazing animal adaptations up close and make predictions about how animals can help humans in the future.
*This experience will help fulfill steps 1 & 5 of the Animal Helpers Badge.

Senior Voice for Animals– offered in-person only
Learn to be a voice for animals at the Zoo! Scouts will tour the Zoo discussing the problems animals face in their natural ranges, as well as what we are doing to help. We will also discuss animal welfare and the many ways animals are used around the world.
*This experience will help fulfill steps 1, 2, 4, & 5 of the Voice for Animals badge.

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To Purchase Tickets & More Information:
Contact StudentsLive at 212.414.7793 or email info@studentslive.net

Website: www.studentslive.net and www.passporttobroadway.com

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Contact: Andrew Connolly
Email: info@nywolf.org
Phone: 914.763.2373
Website: nywolf.org

Meet your Girl Scout badge requirements with the help of the wolves! The center’s education programs can be tailored to several badges, including Junior Animal Habitats. Visit the website for complete information.

General education programs are also available. Visitors learn about wolf history, diet, behavior and more while viewing the center’s ambassador wolves. There's also the potential chance to observe some of the critically endangered Red Wolves and endangered Mexican Gray Wolves that reside on-site.

Virtual field trips, webinars and “Ask a Wolf Expert” video sessions are available online. Check nywolf.org/programs-events/virtual-program-options.

Approved Riding Facilities

There are many approved horseback riding facilities within our council footprint who welcome Girl Scouts!

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