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October 11, 2024
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A weekly newsletter for Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc. members.
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Thank you for attending the 2024 GSHH Volunteer Conference!
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Last Saturday, October 5, 2024, GSHH held its first volunteer conference in five years! Thank you to everyone who attended; the conference was an uplifting day full of learning, sharing, and Girl Scout sisterhood. We wish to extend a special thank you to GSUSA's CEO, Bonnie Barczykowski for her special video message to the council, GSHH's Board President Gale Hauck for making the time to attend in person, Tiffany S.W. Hamilton-our guest plenary and session presenter, and the staff of the Sonesta for their great hospitality.
Those who attended, please submit your event evaluations by October 15th, you will also receive the 'parking lot' notes by Monday, 10/14.
We look forward to next year!
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Highlights for the Week of 10/14
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Friends of Camp Wendy - Join us for an afternoon of service and fellowship on Saturday, October 19th from 1pm-4pm. Register here.
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Doubleknot Calendar Opening November 1st! You asked and we listened! Property reservations for Troop, day, overnight and Community Camping will now all be open to reserve between November 1st 2024 – May 25th 2025. You can reserve your date through our reservation platform, Doubleknot, starting November 1st at noon. Email membercare@girlscoutshh.org with any questions.
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Reminders from Member Care
• Remember to request all Certificates of Insurance (COI) at least two weeks before the needed date.
• Volunteers, remember to renew your memberships and roles! If you are not renewed, you will lose access to your troop and Service Unit details in Looker and myGS.
• Lifetime members, remember to renew your volunteer roles as well! You don't need to renew your membership, but you must check to make sure all of your roles are current and active.
• Member Care is now in a high-volume period of cases and phone calls helping Girl Scouts get set up for the 2024-2025 membership year.
If you submit a case via email to membercare@girlscoutshh.org please do not submit a duplicate case. This will delay the Member Care team in getting you a resolution.
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Larchmont-Mamaroneck Girl Scout House Receives Historic Designation
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On Monday, October 7, the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Girl Scout House received a historical marker from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation as the site of the Larchmont Gardens train station on the New York, Westchester, & Boston Railway (NYW&B Railway) which operated from 1912-1937. Thank you to Pat Allen, GSHH Board Member, National Delegate, and Larchmont-Mamaroneck Service Unit Manager for her hard work and research that went into getting this marker placed. Thank you also to those who attended the dedication, the Girl Scouts who participated, and Clara Barragan for her incredible cake!
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Girl Scouts Always Plan Ahead!
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Volunteers, as you and your Girl Scouts jump into the new Girl Scout year, remember it's never too early to get the required training you will need to create some great outdoor memories together next Spring.
There are only 1 Cook Out/Camp Out training left on the calendar this fall that is open for registration. Cook Out/Camp Out training is required if you and your girls want to cook outdoors (think S’mores and Tacos In A Bag) or if you want to camp under the stars (think of the outdoors badges they can earn) at one of our GSHH properties. Register for:
Cook Out/Camp Out on Saturday November 9th at the Betty Taubert Girl Scout House, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
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Girl Scout Sampler @ Locust Grove
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GSHH is pleased to announce a new partnership with Locust Grove. This hidden gem is a Historic Estate, Museum, and Nature Preserve in Dutchess County. Our first event will be a Girl Scout Sampler on Sunday, November 10th from 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm for Brownies & Juniors.
Girls will be able to complete different parts of badges and journeys based on their Girl Scout age-level, such as the Trailblazer Badge, Think Like An Engineer Brownie Journey and the Junior Automotive Engineering Badge and all Brownies and Juniors will earn a Hiking Patch.
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The 2024 Nuts & Mags Fall Product Program is underway! Girl Scouts can create their personalized avatars, set goals, and optimize their digital storefront before sending emails to friends and families to support their sales. Check in with troop leaders for materials on how to get started.
Volunteers can access training materials here.
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Apply to be a GSHH's Girl Board Director
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Girl Scouts aged 16 or older by March 1, 2025 are invited to apply for a Girl Board Director position on GSHH's Board of Directors.
This is an incredible opportunity for Girl Scouts looking to expand their leadership skills. As a Girl Board Member, Girl Scouts will:
• Participate in the highest level of girl leadership within GSHH.
• Be the girl voice and influence decisions that impact Girl Scouts.
• Demonstrate leadership in college applications
• Experience a boardroom setting.
• Build communication skills and gain confidence.
• Meet and network with top-level business professionals.
Applications are due on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
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Apply to Represent GSHH at the 2026 Girl Scout Convention in Washington DC
In July 2026, Girl Scouts of the USA will host its 57th National Council Session and Convention in Washington, DC! This exciting event will reunite alumnae and invigorate a global movement of girls, women, and men who want to make the world a better place.
Applications are now being accepted for Girl Scouts and volunteers interested in representing GSHH at this exciting leadership event. Girl Scouts aged 14 and up (as of December 31, 2025) are welcome to apply to be a National Delegate. All travel, registration fees, and accommodation expenses are covered by Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson.
All Delegates selected to attend the 57th National Council Session and Convention in Washington, DC this year will also serve on an Advisory Committee after the National Council Session.
Click here to apply - applications are due October 15, 2024.
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Girl Experience Programs - October 2024
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GSHH's full 2024-2025 Program Guide will be out soon, but we want to make sure our members have plenty of time to register for events coming up in October. Click here to view all of the Girl Experience Programs planned for October 2024. Some highlights include Strive for Silver, and the Older Girl Outdoor Overnight! Register soon as program spaces are limited and filled on a first-come first-served basis.
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New: Promote the Vote
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We believe in the power of every girl to make a difference. 💚👏
That’s why the National Civic Action: Promote the Vote helps girls learn about the democratic process and civic engagement. Though they may not yet vote, their voices matter. This is how you can get involved:
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Upcoming Volunteer Engagement Trainings
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The Volunteer Engagement team is ready to assist GSHH's new and returning volunteers with a full schedule of everything they need to embark on a successful Girl Scout Membership Year! Click here to view a list of all that we have planned for volunteers in the coming weeks and months. For new volunteers, make sure to sign up for Volunteer Essentials, or plan to attend a Leader Connections meeting
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Why go outside? Whether it’s five minutes of outdoor sketching, having a picnic, or paddleboarding, getting outdoors is a great way to help improve mood, focus, and confidence. This summer, we have 50+ fun outdoor activities for you to choose from as part of the Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge. Girl Scouts who participate unlock a fresh patch. Download our free activity page (available in English and Spanish) and venture outside!
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