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August 2, 2024
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A weekly newsletter for Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc. members.
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Join Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson for a one in a lifetime experience of attending the Gold Over America Tour! On Tuesday, October 1 GSHH will travel to the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ to experience gymnastics stars including Simone Biles show off their incredible skills. Tickets are $70 each, and includes transportation via charter bus (pickup/dropoff location to be determined based on registration), a meetup with other Girl Scouts in attendance, and a custom patch.
This is a girl-chaperoned event, troop leaders or parents will need to register and purchase tickets to accompany their Girl Scouts. Attendees will need to purchase any food or souvenirs at the event on their own. There will be GSHH staff members on hand as a point of contact.
Tickets are limited. Registration will open on Monday, August 5th at 10am.
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Week 5 of summer camp at Rock Hill and Camp Addisone Boyce is almost complete! We have just one more week of camp left for this summer. Last week, CAB hosted its annual Renaissance Fair, and campers at Rock Hill have been working on their survival skills while enjoying everything the camps offer! Photos will be posted periodically on the Rock Hill and CAB Facebook pages so you all can see what campers are getting up to.
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Highlights for Week of 8/5/24
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Reminder: The GSHH Finance Team is conducting an audit of selected troop finances. Selected troops were contacted last week. Please return the requested documentation to the council by August 31, 2024.
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Dutchess County Fair Volunteer Opportunity: Need service hours or just looking for something your troop can do before the end of the summer?!? Why not volunteer to work at the 'Safe Kids Place' at this year's Dutchess County Fair! We're looking for fun and outgoing 2nd year (going into 3rd grade) Brownies and older GSHH Girl Scout Troops to provide 4 hours of volunteer service at the 2024 Dutchess County Fair, held in Rhinebeck, New York from Tuesday, August 20th through Sunday, August 25th. Responsibilities include manning booths where wristbands are handed out to parents with young children, and comforting children while their 'lost parents' are being located if needed. Admission to the fair is provided for the volunteer Girl Scouts and up to three registered Girl Scout Adult Volunteers (depending on the number of girls attending, who would be manning the booths with their Girl Scouts). Shifts are from 10 am – 2 pm, 2 pm – 6 pm, and 6 pm - 10 pm each day of the fair. There are still shifts available. Shifts are reserved on a first come first served basis with emphasis on filling the first two time slots each day. Registration for this event is open until all slots have been filled. If your troop is interested in doing this, please send an email to: GSHH.at.the.Fair@gmail.com for a registration form.
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Summer Fridays: GSHH will be closing at 12:30pm on Fridays from May 31st through August 30th.
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Service Unit Managers and Recruiters, please complete this form to update your contact information and preferences.
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Share this event: Taste of Girl Scouts at Riverfront Library - August 17, 2024 12pm.
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Registration is open for Mapping Our Trail Together III
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Join Girl Scouts Heart Of The Hudson, Inc. for Mapping Our Trail Together III
Saturday, August 24th, 2024 9:30am – 3:30pm at Rock Hill Camp
This event is open to all registered adults of Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson and will focus on friendship and working together to achieve the success of our Council. Activities (weather permitting) will include archery, team building, boating, hiking, and brainstorming.
Continental breakfast, lunch, and a fun patch are included for all attendees.
Register by August 11, 2024.
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GSHH is in full planning mode for the upcoming 2024-2025 membership year, and is excited to share with you some upcoming plans. Watch for more information to come for the following events:
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Save the Date: GSHH Volunteer Conference
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Back By Popular Demand!
GSHH is excited to bring back its membership year kick-off event for adult volunteers. Mark your calendars for October 5, 2024 at Sonesta White Plains Downtown
This year's theme is Uplifting Our Volunteers & Impacting Our Girls. There will be many breakout sessions on specialized Girl Scout topics, a keynote speaker, and goodie bags. Continental breakfast and lunch are included. This is an opportunity for GSHH volunteers and staff to connect, share best Girl Scout practices, and demonstrate some GS technology. We will also address, What’s New, What’s Refreshed, and What Important Information you need to know.
Make sure to share with your fellow volunteers - there will be something for everyone!
Registration to open soon!
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Save the Date: 2024 Girl Scouts Love State Parks
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks is back! Join GSHH on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Minnewaska State Park Preserve in Kerhonkson, NY, and Sunday, September 15, 2024 at Rockefeller State Park Preserve in Pleasantville, NY. This free, family-friendly, event is a great way to kickstart the new Girl Scout year and take advantage of the incredible state parks within our council footprint. More info to come soon!
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Save the Date: 2025 GSHH Camporee
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GSHH is happy to announce that it is bringing back a Girl Scout favorite! The council-wide Camporee Weekend will return in Fall 2025. More information and details will be provided as they are confirmed. We look forward to planning and sharing this exciting event with you all!
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Apply to Join GSHH's Board of Directors
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GSHH's Board Development Committee is now accepting applications for the Board of Directors, Board Development Committee members, and Girl Board Directors.
The Board Development Committee (BDC) seeks applicants with CPA/Accounting, Lawyer/Legal experience, Property Management experience, and a DEI/RJ Champion. If you or someone in your network has this experience, apply or pass it along. Please also contact boarddevelopment@girlscoutshh.org with any questions and a BDC member will be in touch to answer any questions.
Adult applications are due by October 15, 2024 and Girl Board Director applications are due by October 30, 2024.
BDC members will contact applicants to schedule interviews and/or update them on the status of their application. Click here to get started.
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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 1, 2024.
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Gear up for another year brimming with exciting new discoveries! Get ready for unforgettable field trips, learning about STEM and sharing your passions with life long friends. Early renewal is now open - make sure to secure your space for another year of Discovery! Renewing early helps GSHH plan for the year ahead and gives you the opportunity to earn exciting incentives!
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Apply for the 2024-2025 Girl Advisory Team
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Girl Scouts entering grades 9 through 12 in fall 2024 are invited to apply to join the Girl Advisory Team, representing the voices of girls throughout GSHH. Members of the Girl Advisory Team will gain experience through creating change and developing professional and leadership skills.
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Cook Out/Camp Out Trainings
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Join GSHH staff and volunteer trainers for Cook Out and Camp Out Training! These two trainings are required for outdoor cooking and overnights with Girl Scouts. We encourage as many volunteers as possible to have this training to support their outdoor activities.
Upcoming Training Dates:
Saturday, September 14, 2024 - Betty Taubert Girl Scout House, Scarsdale
Cook Out & Camp Out
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Volunteer Engagement News & Updates
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Program
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Registration Deadline
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Volunteer Essentials Webinar
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Saturday, August 10, 2024 / 10am
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Register by 8/7
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Senior/Ambassador Leader Circle
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Sunday, August 11, 2024 / 7:30pm
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Register by 8/8
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Sleep In Webinar
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Monday, August 12, 2024 / 7pm
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Register by 8/8
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Volunteer Essentials Webinar
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Wednesday, August 14, 2024 / 12pm
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Register by 8/11
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Cadette leader Circle
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Thursday, August 15, 2024 / 7:30pm
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Register by 8/13
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Volunteer How-To: Parent and Caregiver Engagement
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Tuesday, August 20, 2024 / 7pm
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Register by 8/16
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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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