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Adult Outdoor Training


BLENDED LEARNING First Aid/CPR/AED COURSE 

Level: Adult Volunteer
Location: Online
Fee:$20
Capacity: ​20 (combined with girl learners)
Session Length: Approx: 4-6hrs/online & 2hr/in-person skills assessment
View upcoming trainings and register

2023 Training Dates:
3/26/2023 - 9-11am
4/8/2023 - 9-11am
5/7/2023 - 9-11am
8/13/2023 - 9-11am
9/10/2023 - 9-11am
10/15/2023 - 9-11am
11/26/2023 - 9-11am
12/10/2023 - 9-11am
Blended Learning First Aid/CPR/AED is done by the student completing an online course first, then meeting with their instructor in person to perform their skills assessment. The Blending Learning 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.

*Online course information will be emailed out the Monday after registration closes for each date. Registration closes 2 weeks prior to training date.*

camping 101

Level: Adult Volunteer
Date/Time: 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.
Volunteer Training - Camping 101

CAMPING 102 - Blended Learning 

 
Date: Varies
Location: Varies
Fee: $18/person
Session Length:  Own pace for online work & 3.5 hours in-person

Prerequisite: Camping 101
In-Person Skills Assessment Dates:​

New training dates coming Spring 2023!
Camping 102 - Blended Learning.  In this new course you will gain the courage, confidence and character to lead your girls in an outdoor campout and cookout!  Participants will take part in an online course then complete an in-person skills assessment in order to complete this training. This online course & in-person skills training will fulfill council requirements to take girls permatent/tent camping and cook over a campfire. 
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Participants will learn: 
  • Review Outdoor Safety Activity Checkpoints and understand how to use them in activity planning for your camping trip. 
  • Understand how to organize, run, and clean-up a cookout with girls using a campfire and/or charcoal. 
  • Encourage and understand that a cook out and camping excursion is a safe place to fail.  Fail first, fail frequently and fail often. 
  • Be introduced to the 3 Most Popular Methods of Girl Scout Outdoor Cooking: Dutch Oven and One Pot Meals, Foil Packet and Pie Iron Cooking 
  • Be prepared to take a group camping in an outdoor camping unit, learn what to expect when arriving at a camp unit and how to care for camping equipment. 
  • Understand how to incorporate Leave No Trace best practices in your outdoor experiences. 
 
This online course is organized by modules and is designed to be completed at your own pace in 2-3-week time frame. We use a combination of videos, PowerPoints, readings and discussions to really enhance your experience. 

REQUIRED - This online training MUST be completed at least three days before your scheduled skills assessment date.  The in-person skills assessment is required to be a Camping 102 certified Girl Scout Volunteer.
  
 
At least one adult 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. We encourage having multiple adults with Camping 102 training during campouts. 

Once you have registered for (1) of the Camping 102 Blended Learning in-person skills assessment times to the left, you will receive an invitation to your online classroom.

Camping 103

 
​ Date: Varies
Location: Varies
Fee: $20/person

Prerequisite: Camping 101 & 102
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New training dates coming Spring 2023!
​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!

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.

Outcomes of this Training
  • Review Outdoor Safety Activity Checkpoints and understand how to use them in activity planning for your camping trip.
  • Learn how to set up a tent for camping in the outdoors and camp according to the elements. (Cold weather camping included!)
  • Deep dive into Girl Scout Programming – Learn about Outdoor Journeys, Girl Scout traditions, and songs.

small craft safety + moving water

Level: Adult Volunteer
Fee: $50
Location: Varies
Session Length: 6-7 hours
Group Capacity: 15 Adults
Training will return Summer 2023!
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 two-year period. Please note that this is a safety and rescue certification course, not a canoeing/kayaking skills class.
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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


BLENDED LEARNING FIRST AID/CPR/AED COURSE​

GS Grade Level: Cadette-Ambassador
Fee: $20
Location: Varies
Session Length: 4-6hrs/online & 2hr/in-person skills assessment​
Group Capacity: 20 (combined with adult learners)
View upcoming trainings and register

​2023 Training Dates:

3/26/2023 - 9-11am
4/8/2023 - 9-11am
5/7/2023 - 9-11am
8/13/2023 - 9-11am
9/10/2023 - 9-11am
10/15/2023 - 9-11am
11/26/2023 - 9-11am
12/10/2023 - 9-11am
Blended Learning First Aid/CPR/AED is done by the student completing an online course first, then meeting with their instructor in person to perform their skills assessment. The Blending Learning 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 Connection:
Seniors - Steps 1, 2, 3, and 4 of Senior First Aid Badge
Ambassadors - Steps 3 and 4 of Ambassador First Aid Badge

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*Online course information will be emailed out the Monday after registration closes for each date. Registration closes 2 weeks prior to training date.*

CIT (Counselor in training)

 
Level: Senior & Ambassador
Fee: $175
Location: Camp Tongawood for initial training, Camps Prairie Schooner & Tongawood and Excursion locations as assigned.
Group Capacity: 16
Training Weekend (if accepted): 
  • March 10th - 11th - Camp Tongawood
APPLY HERE BY February 24th
CIT, or Counselor-in-Training, is a leadership 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 our Outdoor Experience Team, and train with our Adventure Staff. Your girl will learn how to facilitate adventure programs for fellow Girl Scouts! CITs will gain valuable on the job experience while assisting with group warm-up activities, debriefing, processing, and other tasks at the adventure elements.

CITs may become eligible to earn their CIT Bar, which requires at least 30 hours of service to the Girl Scout organization.
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CITs should demonstrate an elevated level of initiative and maturity, work well both under the supervision and independently, and be punctual. When scheduled for shifts, CITS should treat this as a real job, and the CITSs should be able to communicate well with staff, supervisors, and girls. CITs will be asked to commit to required training, in-service dates, workshops, and a minimum of 30 hours during the season, running anywhere from 8-12 weekends. Upon successful completion, girls will earn the CIT Bar and progress to CIT II if she chooses.

outdoor resources

outdoor badges/journeys

> Outdoor Journey Overview (PDF)
> Outdoor Badges & Journeys main page

from gsusa

> Outdoor Skill-building Videos
> Outdoor Progression (PDF)
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    • Adventure Days
    • Archery
    • Canoeing
    • Climbing
    • Crate Stacking
    • Daisy Traverse Wall
    • Fishing
    • Low Ropes
    • Rappelling
    • Slingshots
    • Team Building
    • Tomahawks
    • Zipline
  • Camping + Properties
  • Excursions + Journeys
  • STEM at Camp
    • Geocache/Letterbox
    • STEM ACTIVITY KITS + GUIDES
  • Trainings + More
  • PARTNERS
  • Girls & Gals Weekend
  • Express Yourself Camp
  • GSKSMO Summer Day Camps
  • Service Unit Day Camps
  • CALENDAR