Date: Fri Jul 18, 7:00 PM EDT - Sat Jul 19, 4:30 PM EDT
Category:
- Adult Training
Level:
- Volunteers
Join Us for a Weekend of Learning, Laughter, and Connection!
Whether you're a brand-new leader, a returning volunteer, or a longtime supporter, this weekend is designed just for you. Learn new skills, gain fresh ideas, and enjoy the company of passionate Girl Scout adults-all in the beautiful setting of Camp Martha Johnston.
You'll stay in our Sleeping Quarters, a comfortable, dorm-style, air-conditioned building with shared bathrooms and showers. Once those beds are full, we'll assign spots in the Explorer Unit, which features cozy air-conditioned cabins, community bathrooms, and a nearby shower house.
🛏 Accommodations are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to register early!
We can't wait to see you there! 💚
🌟 CMJ at Sweetwater - Weekend Overview 🌟
Arrival: Friday, 5:00-7:00 PM
Location: Sweetwater
Friday Evening (7:30 PM)
Unwind and connect at our Welcome Social-snacks,
laughter, and great company to kick off the weekend.
🛶 Saturday: A Full Day of Learning & Fun
Morning:
Enjoy breakfast (included!) followed by two engaging classes.
Lunch:
Provided and delicious-fuel up for your next adventure.
Afternoon:
Two more inspiring sessions.
Official programming
ends at 4:00 PM (Note: Lifeguard training continues after this time.)
🏕 Workshop Highlights - Choose Your Adventure!
Outdoor Skills & Adventure:
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🔥 Fire Building in Tough Conditions
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🪢 Essential Knots for the Outdoors
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🥾 Hiking 101: What to pack, where to go, and how to choose the right footwear
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🍳 Outdoor Cooking: Explore Dutch oven meals, backpack stoves & creative cooking tips
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🎒 Backpacking Basics: Packs, gear, destinations, and why it's worth it
Creative & Practical Skills:
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🌈 Intro to Stained Glass (extra fee of $15 collected onsite)
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🍓 Canning Made Simple
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🌿 Walking Stick Craft: Carve and decorate your own hiking staff (extra fee of $15 collected onsite)
Wellness & Nature:
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🧘 Yoga for Leaders: Easy stretches and calming techniques to share with your troop
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🌼 Master Gardener Tips: Journey ideas inspired by nature
Safety & Certification:
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🚑 Wilderness First Aid Basics: Common injuries and how to handle them (non-certification session)
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🏊 Lifeguard Certification (American Red Cross):
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Starts Friday night, continues all day Saturday
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$200 fee (includes online pre-course modules)
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Must complete pre-classwork
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Just for Fun & Growth:
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🎯 Archery Fun Shoot: Try your hand at archery! Learn how to become an instructor too
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📚 Facilitating Adult Learning:
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A must for those interested in becoming a volunteer council trainer (2 sessions)
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Choose Your Sessions:
Make your selections using the Leader
Glamporee Session Choices Form.
Important: Your registration is not complete until you have submitted both the event registration form and your payment. Sessions cannot be reserved until both are received.
