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Date: Sat May 22, 9:00 AM CDT - Sat May 22, 5:00 PM CDT
Category:
- Adult Training
Level:
- Volunteers
Location: Camp Ehawee
Certificate/Patch: Advanced Outdoor Skills Certificates & Outdoor Skills Patch: Advanced
Price: $50
Expand your outdoor leadership skills through advanced campcraft, adventure-based activities, and hands-on learning. Participants will explore techniques for planning and leading engaging outdoor experiences, strengthen group-management skills, and connect with fellow volunteers. Lunch is included and will be prepared as part of the outdoor learning experience.
Participants will:
Expand their outdoor leadership skills through advanced campcraft and adventure-based activities
Explore techniques and tools used in higher-level outdoor programming
Build confidence leading memorable outdoor experiences for Girl Scouts
Ready to take your outdoor skills to the next level?
Outdoor Skills II: Adventure & Campcraft builds on foundational outdoor knowledge through hands-on experiences designed for volunteers who want to expand their confidence and capabilities in outdoor programming.
Participants will spend the day exploring more advanced outdoor techniques and adventure-based activities while learning practical ways to bring engaging outdoor experiences to their troops.
Topics may include:
Archery and target sports fundamentals
Ropes and challenge course concepts
Advanced campcraft techniques
Outdoor cooking beyond the basics
Group management in outdoor settings
Outdoor program planning
Adventure progression opportunities
Additional advanced outdoor skills
Lunch is included and prepared as part of the outdoor learning experience.
Outdoor Skills I and Outdoor Skills II are complementary learning opportunities. Participants are welcome to attend either session independently based on their experience level and interests; attendance at Outdoor Skills I is not required before participating in Outdoor Skills II.
Optional overnight opportunities may be available for participants who wish to extend their camp experience. Details will be shared as plans are finalized.
Participants may also choose to register separately for CPR/First Aid/AED certification training offered the following day.
Logistical Details
Open to all registered adult members.
Lunch included.
Outdoor program held rain or shine unless severe weather conditions exist.
Participants should dress for the weather and be prepared for active outdoor learning.
Additional packing lists and arrival information will be shared with registered participants the week of the event.
Extend your Campowerment experience by staying at camp Friday and/or Saturday night for just $10 per night. The overnight option includes lodging only and gives you extra time to relax, craft, connect with other volunteers, and enjoy camp.
Please note: Lunch on Saturday is the only meal provided. Participants are responsible for all other meals, snacks, supplies, and activities outside of Campowerment program hours (9:00 AM-5:00 PM).
