Calling all Creators!

Amy

Hope everyone is enjoying the end of summer!

Just wanted to let you know of an opportunity that we’ve come across that you might be interested in.  A few local businesses (mostly owned by women, yay!) are having a pop up shop September 15-17, and are opening up space to youth vendors.  I know we’ve got lots of crafty girls in Guiding, so consider applying if you’ve made something you want to sell.  You can even share a table with a friend (make sure you both fill out the application form).   You could sell your own art, jewellry, baking… just about anything you’ve created!  Application deadline is September 5th so make sure you get your application form in soon if you are interested.

We look forward to seeing you all at our first meeting on September 13!

Last meeting: Frisbee Golf and Park Fun!

Karla

Can you believe it – our last meeting of the year is on Wednesday June 5!! We’re meeting at 6:45 pm at the corner of 33rd and Ontario. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. We’ll play a round of frisbee golf, and enjoy some chill time in the park – with some end-of-year surprises. Pick up is 8:30 pm at the same place.

Still want to come to summer camp? Forms and payment are due today.

Updates for Weds May 31

Karla

It’s the second-last meeting of the year!  On the go tonight we’ve got:

  • Super fun games
  • Knot workshop
  • A few outstanding items for BC Summer Camp Challenge (which count for your Canada Cord even if you’re not going to camp!)
  • Visitors from Guides who are looking forward to learning about Pathfinders!

Remember to bring your forms for the trip to Steveston this Saturday, and any remaining forms and payment for summer camp to Camp Olave.

Tonight is also the last chance to have any program work signed off before we break for summer, so bring completed modules for review.

We’re selling cookies at the Vancouver Art Gallery on Sunday June 4 form 4-6 pm. This event is mandatory for MCB and HW. All others are encouraged to attend!

Don’t forget to register for fall, if you haven’t already!

Great Volunteer Opportunity: 2017 Canada 150 Parade presented by the Port of Vancouver

Karla

The Port of Metro Vancouver is calling for energetic members, from Sparks to Rangers, Guiders and Guild to come and celebrate our national pride and take a moment to honour this great nation. We will feature the celebration theme with motion and amplified music, sing campfire songs with some choreography along the parade route.

An integral part of the Canada Day at Canada Place activities, the parade starts at 4:00pm on Sunday, July 2, 2017. The Canada 150 Parade will bring the streets of downtown Vancouver to life with over 60 parade entries showcasing our rich and diverse country.  The purpose of the parade is to celebrate Canada and provide enjoyment and fun for members of our community.  The parade route is 1 km. Television coverage by Shaw TV.

On the day, we will meet early at Provincial Guide House to practice the choreography and travel together in a school bus to the parade assembly area.  Parents will drop off and pick up their girls at Guide House.

Dress Code: Official uniform T-shirt with white tie, navy cargo pant or navy blue jean.

Please email josephine_chan@telus.net ASAP to sign up. Space in our entry is limited so contact us ASAP.

Camp preparation!

Karla

On May 24, we’re completing a number of modules of the Summer Camp Challenge as we gear up for Camp Olave! Even if you’re not going to camp, this work also counts towards your Canada Cord, so don’t miss out!

Please bring with you:

Also, the Camp Olave kit list is now available here:

Please review. If you’d like to borrow any camping gear from Girl Guides such as a thermarest, sleeping bag, or pack, please let a leader know by May 31.

Garibaldi Lake Backpacking Trip with WCA Trex

Karla
Interested in going backpacking this summer? Check out this great opportunity to go on a trip with the 2nd WCA Trex Group!
Date: August 13 (morning departure) to 15 (afternoon return), 2017
Contact Guider: Belinda Li, 2ndwcatrex@gmail.com, 778-874-0750
Approximate cost: $100
Description: The 2nd West Coast Area Trex are planning a backpacking trip to Garibaldi Lake and have a few spots available for Pathfinders or Rangers from other units to join. We will be hiking to Garibaldi Lake to camp for 2 nights, carrying all of the gear and food in backpacks. The trail is 9.5 km to Garibaldi Lake with 850 m elevation gain. This is a well-graded and maintained trail. On the second day, we will do a day hike to Panorama Ridge, which is about 12 km round trip with 630 m elevation gain from Garibaldi Lake. The unit will provide group camping equipment (tents, cooking equipment, safety supplies). Girls will need to bring their own personal gear (e.g. backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, clothes). There are backpacks available to borrow from the Area.
Camp preparation: Girls are expected to help prepare for camp. We will have one camp planning meeting and one practice hike based on the schedule of participants and Guiders. The camp planning meeting will take place on a week night, before the end of the school year. The practice hike will be on a weekend day. Alternative arrangements can be made if there are schedule conflicts.
How to sign up: Email Belinda Li directly with your contact information, as well as general availability for the two pre-camp events.

Yoga, Cookie Money, and Camp!

Karla

On Wednesday May 17, we’re doing yoga with Girlvana yoga! Come in comfy clothes, and bring a yoga mat if you have one.

Also, cookie money is due on May 17. Please let a Guider know if you have having trouble selling cookies.

For those that have not yet participated in cookies selling (MCB, HW), we will be making a plan to sell the remaining unit cookies. Remember, cookie selling is mandatory if you are working on your Canada Cord.

If you’re planning on coming to summer camp, please bring your forms and payment as they are due today! Remember, you can use cookie cash towards camp!

Lastly, on June 3, we’re heading to Steveston to check out the Gulf of Georgia Cannery! This outing counts towards your Citizenship Certificate, which is a requirement for your Canada Cord. Bring a bagged lunch, and come dressed for the weather. We’ll have ice cream on the dock after we visit the cannery. There is no cost to attend, but you must bring your signed form back by May 31 2017!

Cookie selling and City Hall surprise!

Karla

We’re selling cookies at Broadway-City Hall Skytrain Station from 4 – 7 pm tomorrow (note the early start!!) This cookie sales date is mandatory for any 3rd years completing their Canada Cord, and any Pathfinders that have not yet participated in spring cookie selling.

Drop off / meeting is 4:00 pm at the Skytrain Station. We will be cookie selling for two hours.

The cookie sales will be followed by a surprise at City Hall. Pick up will be from the front doors of City Hall (453 W 12th Ave), on the south side of the building, at 7:00 pm.

Bring your camp forms and payment if you’d like to attend summer camp at Camp Olave!

3rd Years: Come meet the Salish Rangers at our Laser Tag Pizza Party

Karla

3rd Year Pathfinders – ESPECIALLY those needing some bridging / Beyond Pathfinders modules for their Canada Cords!!  This invitation is from the Salish Rangers:

You’re invited to meet the Salish Rangers at our Laser Tag Pizza Party. We will play two games of Laser Tag together and then we will have a pizza party!

  • When: Monday, May 8th from 6pm – 9pm

  • Where: Planet Lazer at 14380 Triangle Road, Richmond.

  • Why: A bridging event to learn about Rangers and have some fun.

  • Wear: Your uniform or a Girl Guide Tshirt and shoes appropriate for running.

See SG.1 for more info as well.

How to RSVP: Forms are due Monday, May 1st. Please submit your completed permission form (SG.2), health form (H.1) and $10 cheque payable to “Salish Rangers – Girl Guides of Canada” by mail or in person to our Guider Crystal at 215-1675 W 10th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6J 2A2. If you wish to drop off forms in person please email Crystal at salishrangers@gmail.com to arrange a convenient time.

About the Salish Rangers:

We meet every second Monday from 7:30 – 9pm during the school year and go camping 3-4 times a year.

Our meetings usually take place in the Shaughnessy/Kerrisdale neighbourhood; we often meet at St. Stephen’s United Church at 7025 Granville St.

As Rangers, we are the oldest youth members of Girl Guides of Canada (ages 15 – 18) and the Ranger program focuses on leadership and community involvement.

Sample Ranger activities include:

  • Exploring career options and learning how to write a great resume

  • Learning about budgeting for living away from home

  • Leading discussions about mental health, body image and the media

  • Planning a weekend camp

  • Volunteering as a Girl Assistant with younger girls

  • Connecting with the wider world through international travel and global development projects

  • Furthering our education through Girl Guides of Canada scholarships

Yeah Cookies! A major portion of the cost of this event is being paid by the Salish Rangers using cookie profits

This week: Fun & Programs, Cookies, and 2017-2018 Registration

Karla

This week, we are chilling out, making a delicious treat and planning our final service project of the year!

Would you like another case or two of spring cookies to sell? Please contact Karla. More cookies will be available for pick-up at Wednesdays’ meeting. Remember, proceeds from individual cookie sales go into your Cookie Cash account and can be used for camps and activities, including our summer camp at Camp Olave, Holidaze and SOAR!

Registration for girls returning to the 9th Pathfinders next year is open now! Register online at www.girlguides.ca to ensure your spot in the unit for the 2017/2018 Guiding year.