TRAINING + RESOURCES
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All GSKSMO Outdoor Programs are CANCELLED through May 31, 2020
Adult Outdoor Training
camping 101
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Date: N/A
Location: Online Fee: N/A Session Length: N/A Reminder that when planning a campout at least one adult must also be FA/CPR certified along with Camping 101 per unit reserved. |
This online course will teach you the basics you need to know to plan a fun, safe campout with your troop in a building or cabin with modern conveniences (kitchen, bathroom). You can complete the online course any time prior to making your camping reservation.
See the Camping 101 section of our main Training page for full details including who's required to take this training and steps to getting started. |
camping 102
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Date: Varies
Location: Varies Fee: $15/person Session Length: 5 hours Prerequisite: Camping 101 Select a date/time below to register. Registration for Camping 102 closes 1 week prior to training date. 3/15/20, 1-6p - FULL Lawrence, KS 3/28/20, 1-6p - FULL Camp Tongawood 4/11/20, 9a-2p - FULL Shawnee Mission, KS 5/9/20, 9a-2p Camp Marvin Hillyard, MO |
In order to take your troop camping in an outdoor camping unit (permatent, tent, etc.) you must complete Camping 102. This course is led by adult volunteer trainers and will cover safety information, knots, outdoor cooking methods, dishwashing, camp clean up and more.
At least one adult (more is even better!) in each camping group must complete this course prior to your outdoor camping trip and must be present during the duration of your outdoor campout. In this hands on training you will:
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**NEW** camping 103
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Date: Varies
Location: Varies Fee: $20/person Session Length: Overnight Prerequisite: Camping 101, Camping 102 More sessions coming soon |
Camping 103 is a chance for you to take a deep dive into what it means to truly experience a Girl Scout Campout. This training includes two meals and overnight.
In this training, you will:
While this training is not required it is highly encouraged for those seeking to gain a better understanding, encouragement, and further comfort in camping outdoors! |
small craft safety + moving water
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Level: Adult Volunteer
Fee: $125 Location: Kill Creek Park Session Length: 8 hours Group Capacity: 20 Adults No sessions scheduled at this time. To schedule a training or be notified when new training sessions are announced, email campdept@gsksmo.org |
Learn the skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and respond to canoe or kayak emergencies, and gain the knowledge to assist your troop in planning and implementing an outing. This certification covers flat water canoeing and kayaking and is valid for a three-year period. Please note that this is a safety and rescue certification course, not a canoeing/kayaking skills class.
Please note: Course end time is flexible and depends on number of participants and time needed for each participant to complete coursework. |
girl OUTDOOR Training
LIFEGUARDING COURSE
Level: Senior & Ambassador
Fee: $120
Location: Camp Prairie Schooner
Date/Time: 9am-5pm on June 8 and 9am-12pm on June 9
Fee: $120
Location: Camp Prairie Schooner
Date/Time: 9am-5pm on June 8 and 9am-12pm on June 9
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over.
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CIT (Counselor in training)
Level: Senior & Ambassador
Fee: $225
Location: Camp Tongawood for initial training, Camps Prairie Schooner & Tongawood and Excursion locations as assigned.
Group Capacity: 16
Training Weekend (if accepted): February 21-22
Fee: $225
Location: Camp Tongawood for initial training, Camps Prairie Schooner & Tongawood and Excursion locations as assigned.
Group Capacity: 16
Training Weekend (if accepted): February 21-22
CIT is a volunteer program for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors. CITs will go behind the scenes with Girl Scout Adventure staff to see what it takes to run a zipline, rappel tower, climbing wall or range. CITs will work alongside professionally-trained Adventure Staff members to facilitate adventure programs for fellow Girl Scouts! CITs will gain valuable leadership experience while assisting with group warm up activities, debriefing, processing and other tasks at the adventure elements. In addition, CITs may become eligible to earn their CIT Bar, which requires at least 30 hours of service to the Girl Scout organization.
CITs should demonstrate a high level of initiative and maturity, work well both under supervision and independently, and be punctual. CITs will be asked to commit to required training, in-service dates, workshops and a minimum of 30 hours during the season which can run anywhere from 8-12 weekends. Upon successful completion, girls will earn the CIT Bar and can progress to CIT II if she chooses.
Girls interested in the CIT program must complete this application by January 19. If accepted into the CIT program, you will receive the registration information and payment plan schedule via email. All CITs are required to attend an overnight training February 21-22 at Camp Tongawood.
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CITs should demonstrate a high level of initiative and maturity, work well both under supervision and independently, and be punctual. CITs will be asked to commit to required training, in-service dates, workshops and a minimum of 30 hours during the season which can run anywhere from 8-12 weekends. Upon successful completion, girls will earn the CIT Bar and can progress to CIT II if she chooses.
Girls interested in the CIT program must complete this application by January 19. If accepted into the CIT program, you will receive the registration information and payment plan schedule via email. All CITs are required to attend an overnight training February 21-22 at Camp Tongawood.
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CIT II
Level: Senior & Ambassador
Fee: $175
Location: Camp Tongawood for initial training, Camps Prairie Schooner & Tongawood and Excursion locations as assigned.
Group Capacity: 16
Fee: $175
Location: Camp Tongawood for initial training, Camps Prairie Schooner & Tongawood and Excursion locations as assigned.
Group Capacity: 16
This program is for girls who have already completed their CIT I required 30 hours and are looking to go ABOVE and BEYOND in their Girl Scout leadership experience. Choose a minimum 4 weeks that fit your summer schedule to come help support our Summer Day Camp Adventure Program. CIT II is a fast paced version of CIT I Fall and Spring programs for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors. CIT IIs assist and run Girl Scout Adventure zipline, rappel tower, climbing wall or range for the SUs participating in Day Camp on our properties during May-August. During this time Adventure is run all day every day!. CIT II will work alongside professionally-trained Adventure Staff members to facilitate adventure programs and help support our Day Camp Program for fellow Girl Scouts! CITs will gain valuable leadership experience while assisting with group warm up activities, debriefing, processing and other tasks at the adventure elements and at camp. In addition, CITs may become eligible to earn their CIT Bar, which requires at least 30 hours of service to the Girl Scout organization.
CIT IIs should demonstrate a high level of initiative and maturity, work well both under supervision and independently, and be punctual. CIT II is great practice for a summer job and teaches valuable professional skills. CITs will be asked to commit to required training, in-service dates, workshops and a minimum of 30 hours during the season which can run anywhere from 8-12 weekends. Upon successful completion, girls will earn the CIT II Bar.
Girls interested in the CIT II program will need to complete this application by March 30. Phone interviews will be held and if accepted into the CIT II program, you will receive the registration information and payment plan schedule via email. All CITs are required to attend training during May at CPS. (Dates should be announced by late March or April.)
ONLINE APPLICATION OPENS SOON
CIT IIs should demonstrate a high level of initiative and maturity, work well both under supervision and independently, and be punctual. CIT II is great practice for a summer job and teaches valuable professional skills. CITs will be asked to commit to required training, in-service dates, workshops and a minimum of 30 hours during the season which can run anywhere from 8-12 weekends. Upon successful completion, girls will earn the CIT II Bar.
Girls interested in the CIT II program will need to complete this application by March 30. Phone interviews will be held and if accepted into the CIT II program, you will receive the registration information and payment plan schedule via email. All CITs are required to attend training during May at CPS. (Dates should be announced by late March or April.)
ONLINE APPLICATION OPENS SOON
CPR/AED + FIRST AID TRAINING
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GS Grade Level: Cadette-Ambassador
Fee: $15 Location: Varies Session Length: 7 hr Group Capacity: 10 girls No sessions scheduled at this time. |
The First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies for victims about 12 years and older. Successful students will receive a certificate for Adult First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years and will have completed all the steps in earning their level First Aid Badge.
Badge/Journey Connections: Seniors - Steps 1, 2, 3, and 4 of Senior First Aid Badge Ambassadors - Steps 3 and 4 of Ambassador First Aid Badge |
Program aide training
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GS Grade Level: Cadette
Fee: $7 (lunch provided) Location: Varies Session Length: 6 hr Group Capacity: 25 girls No sessions scheduled at this time. If your troop or service unit would like to lead your own Program Aide training, resources can be found here |
Program Aide training prepares Girl Scout Cadettes to safely and successfully lead younger girls through age appropriate activities in partnership with approved adults.
To earn the Program Aide pin a Girl Scout Cadette must: 1. Earn at least one Leader in Action award by helping a Brownie troop with a journey 2. Complete a training based on this guide 3. Work with younger Girl Scouts over an additional 6 activity sessions, not related to a Leader in Action award During training it is expected that you are participating, and building a “tool box” of resources to help you succeed as a leader for younger Girl Scouts. After this training if you want to obtain your Program Aide pin you will need to complete additional activity hours with a younger troop, Day Camp unit, at a Service Unit event or at a council-led event. |
outdoor resources
outdoor badges/journeys
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