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Adult Learning Experience (A.L.E) is the place where GSNEO volunteers go to learn more about everything Girl Scouts! With classes brought to you by fellow volunteers and staff members, you will be sure to find something for yourself to enjoy and to enrich your troop’s experience.

Featured course categories include:

  • STEM
  • Outdoor Skills
  • Personal Development
  • Ceremonies & Traditions
  • Program Certifications

Enjoy networking with fellow Girl Scout volunteers in a creative learning environment. Expand your colorful Girl Scout world with hands-on experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Before you know it, you will be radiating positive vibes, trainings, and knowledge you can share with your troop and other adult volunteers all year long.

About A.L.E

You’ll experience Girl Scout camp for adults with hands-on learning, sharing ideas with other volunteers, and exploring new experiences that push your boundaries and build your confidence.

Learn by doing
Hands-on courses in outdoor skills, personal development, troop management, plus certification for First Aid/CPR/AED, archery, ropes courses, and so much more!

Connect with Volunteers
Meet adult Girl Scout members who hold a variety of roles at every level.

Try something new
A.L.E. attendees found courses rejuvenating, exciting, and motivating.

Tips for Enjoying A.L.E

A.L.E. is a wonderful experience, make it even better by being prepared!

Please plan to bring:

  • Water bottle
  • Meals/Snacks
  • Tennis shoes or hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Bug spray
  • Sun covering (hat, umbrella etc...)
  • Bicycle with helmet and lock: if you would like to get around camp quicker, we encourage bikes on property. Make sure you bring your safety gear!
  • Backpack
  • Bandana

A.L.E. FAQs

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Child care is not offered at REMIX events.

We are happy to offer child care sessions throughout the event to support your participation. To ensure a safe and engaging experience, each session is limited to 8 children and is available for $8.00 per session.

You may drop off your child at the Bell Tower up to 15 minutes early to allow time to get to your class location. Space is limited and sessions fill quickly.

Sessions are staffed by background-checked adult members and resident camp staff trained as counselors, with support from Program Aide and Volunteer in Training girls.

Available Sessions:
Thursday (August 6, 2026)
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
1:30 PM–4:30 PM
6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Friday (August 7, 2026)
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
1:30 PM–4:30 PM
6:00 PM–9:00 PM

Saturday (August 8, 2026)
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
1:30 PM–4:30 PM
6:00 PM–9:00 PM

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Friday, November 6, 2026, Session 1 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

11/6/2026 Session 1 Let’s Talk Snacks!! (Healthy Living)
$10.00 Come find out ways to engage your girls in quick snacks, healthy snacks, and creative snacks that don't break the bank.

11/6/2026 Session 1 Observatory Facilitator – Camp Timberlane (Community Engagement)
$5.00 Prerequisite: Beginning Stargazing Class: Do you have a good knowledge of the night sky? Do you know a few star names? Then you are ready for the Camp Timberlane Observatory training. Here you will learn about GSNEO's oldest observatory and telescope. We will cover knowing your star names for alignment and how to open and close the observatory. If weather permits, we will have each participant then choose and find an astronomical phenomenon for practice as well as open and close the scope. This is step one for running the Camp Timberlane Observatory. During step two, the final step and held at a different time, you will practice and finish training with a certified instructor. Dress for the weather. We will be outside the entire time.

Saturday, November 7, 2026, Session 1 9:00 AM–11:00 AM

11/7/2026 Session 1 Mobile Climbing Wall Facilitator (Community Engagement)
$15.00 Come learn how to facilitate programs on the mobile climbing wall! Learn about gear, basic climbing techniques, safety, and ground games. This is a GSNEO specific training. By taking this training, you are agreeing to help run (ideally) two programs annually for the Council. Please pack your own lunch and wear long shorts/pants. Closed-toed shoes are required.

11/7/2026 Session 1 Weather Wise (STEM)
$6.00 Be knowledgeable and safe! Learn about weather signs and patterns, storms, and how to prepare for both the best and the worst. Identify weather and climate and understand how we live with them.

11/7/2026 Session 1 American Red Cross Instructor Training (Community Engagement)
$75.00 This is an intensive certification course for individuals who want to teach Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED classes. Participants will complete required online prework after event registration closes and prior to attending the in-person session. The in-person portion includes interactive instruction, practice teaching, and evaluation to ensure you are prepared to confidently deliver both online and in-person training. Upon successful completion, you will be certified as a Red Cross Instructor and able to teach lifesaving skills in your community. This training counts toward the Community Engagement rocker patch. To earn those hours, participants will support GSNEO CPR class offerings by assisting with four events annually over a two-year period. Requirements: Must hold a current Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certifications prior to attending. This program entails a two-year commitment to support GSNEO CPR class programs with four events annually. Bring a Lunch.

11/7/2026 Session 1 Low Ropes Facilitator (Community Engagement)
$5.00 A Low Ropes Challenge Course is a challenging outdoor personal development and team building activity. By using cables, ropes, and wooden beams strung among trees or poles, teams of girls explore risk taking, leadership, physical challenges, and communication. The Low Ropes Challenge Course also highlights problem-solving, coaching and collaboration. Note: This certification enables you to facilitate programs at all three GSNEO camp properties. This course has a 2-year commitment to assist programming with GSNEO girl programs.

11/7/2026 Session 1 Outdoor Essentials – All Day (Outdoors)
$20.00 Is your troop ready to plan their first cabin campout experience? This training will go over the Safety Activity Checkpoints as it relates to this outdoor activity and seasoned volunteers will share camping tips, techniques, and tricks that will build your knowledge and confidence. This all-day, required training is lots of fun and covers everything from fire building, tying knots, campfire cooking, and more. Dress for the weather and bring a mess kit (plate, silverware, cup, and a mesh bag). Lunch will be provided.

11/7/2026 Session 1 Get Organized (Healthy Living)
$5.00 Do you feel like Girl Scouts are overtaking the kitchen table, the dining room, or the basement? This class will help you get organized the Girl Scout way! From paperwork to camp supplies and everything in between, experienced leaders will show you ways to make every day Girl Scouting organization just a little easier. Develop a system to organize information, keep better files and records, and get ideas on ways to store all that Girl Scout stuff.

Saturday, November 7, 2026, Session 2 12:00 PM-2:30 PM

11/7/2026 Session 2 Knots 101 (Traditions)
$7.00 Knots: they all begin with rope--different sizes, lengths, widths, and strengths, depending on their use. Discover which knots to use when, and learn how to easily teach them to your girls. You will create your own knot binder filled with techniques, tricks, tips, and games to play with ropes. Remember, practice makes perfect, so use your binder to keep your new skills sharp!

11/7/2026 Session 2 Gettin’ Steamed About Cooking (Healthy Living)
$15.00 Explore advanced outdoor cooking methods using bakepacks, insulation, and reflector cooking. You will be sampling food as part of this class so please do not eat prior to the class. If you have food sensitivities or allergies, please list them in the Special Accommodations section of your registration. Each participant will leave with their own insulator pack and instructions on how to assemble their own bake-packer.

8/6/2026 Session 2 Nature’s Cosmestics (Healthy Living)
$10.00 Come and learn what is in nature that will help you feel refreshed and relaxed. Learn about sugar, salts, oils and vegetables. Experience things that you can do with your Girl Scouts. Make some products to take home and let’s have some fun!

8/6/2026 Session 2 Mobile Climbing Wall Facilitator (Community Engagement)
$15.00 Come learn how to facilitate programs on the mobile climbing wall! Learn about gear, basic climbing techniques, safety, and ground games. This is a GSNEO specific training. By taking this training, you are agreeing to help run (ideally) two programs annually for the Council. Please pack your own lunch and wear long shorts/pants. Closed-toed shoes are required.

Saturday, November 7, 2026, Session 3 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

11/7/2026 Session 3 Paracord Fun (Traditions)
$10.00 Learn how to make a Cobra Knot Bracelet that can be taught to your older girls. We will also create a snake knot/cobra knot keychain and practice making a monkey fist knot. This hands-on session will help build your knot-tying skills while opening up new activity opportunities for your troop.

11/7/2026 Session 3 Daisy/Brownie Science (STEM)
$6.00 Hands-on discovery of science for both leaders and girls! In this class, you'll create and make fun science projects that you can show, teach, and take home with you. Demonstrate to your girls how exciting and enjoyable science can be! Badge and Journey links included.

11/7/2026 Session 3 What to do for FREE at Camp Timberlane (Traditions)
$5.00 Visit camp and experience all the free and fun things to do at Camp Timberlane! Wear your boots and dress for the weather as you take a tour of the camp. Knowing all the various free things to do at Camp Timberlane helps save money and make the most of all that camp has to offer whether you are on a Day Pass or an overnight campout! Note: Make sure to bring a snack and your water bottle.

11/7/2026 Session 3 Beginning Stargazing (STEM)
$7.00 Join us as we explore the universe and beyond. Learn basic stargazing tips and how to identify and locate stars, and planets with the naked eye. Walk away with knowledge of hands-on activities to help present concepts about planets, stars and the solar system to your troop. This class does not include the use of the observatory or telescopes.

Saturday, November 7, 2026, Session 4 6:00 PM-9:00 PM

11/7/2026 Session 4 Blended First Aid/CPR/AED (Core Volunteer Training)
$30.00 Any member adult may take the First Aid/CPR/AED training. This course satisfies the requirements for becoming a certified first aider. A qualified first aider with current first aid and CPR certification must accompany the troop/group whenever the troop/group is gathered.
NOTE THE FOLLOWING IS American Red Cross language when describing this class: The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED blended learning course equips students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. It is designed for students who need a certification that satisfies OSHA, workplace or other regulatory requirements.
This class is taught in a blended learning format and the online portion (accessed via mobile, desktop, or tablet) must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led skills session. Upon successful completion, a valid two-year digital certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is issued. This class requires being on the floor as part of the certification process. VOUCHERS FOR THIS CLASS WILL BE SENT AFTER EVENT REGISTRATION CLOSES. THIS CLASS ENDS AT NOON.

11/7/2026 Session 4 Outdoor Essentials Overnight (Outdoors)
$10.00 PREREQUISITE: OUTDOOR ESSENTIALS Put your Outdoor Essentials training into practice with this highly recommended course. When the sun goes down, the overnight fun begins…but remember, things look much different in the dark! Learn from experienced volunteers before your first overnight experience with your girls. The course covers building a campfire, Girl Scout songs, night hikes, nature activities and more. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring appropriate clothing, a mess kit (plate, silverware, cup, and a mesh bag), toiletries, sleeping bag, and a pillow. Meals provided.

11/7/2026 Session 4 Observatory Facilitator – Camp Timberlane (Community Engagement)
$5.00 Prerequisite: Beginning Stargazing Class: Do you have a good knowledge of the night sky? Do you know a few star names? Then you are ready for the Camp Timberlane Observatory training. Here you will learn about GSNEO's oldest observatory and telescope. We will cover knowing your star names for alignment and how to open and close the observatory. If weather permits, we will have each participant then choose and find an astronomical phenomenon for practice as well as open and close the scope. This is step one for running the Camp Timberlane Observatory. During step two, the final step and held at a different time, you will practice and finish training with a certified instructor. Dress for the weather. We will be outside the entire time.

11/7/2026 Session 4 Helping Every Girl Thrive: Connecting Volunteers & Caregivers Timberlane (Community Engagement)
FREE Supporting Girl Scouts with special needs can be both rewarding and complex—and you don’t have to do it alone. Join us for our first Special Needs Affinity Group meeting, designed specifically for volunteers and caregivers. We’ll create a safe, supportive space to connect, share experiences, and learn from one another as we work together to ensure every Girl Scout feels included, valued, and empowered.

Sunday, November 8, 2026, Session 1 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

11/8/2026 Session 1 Troop Level Fundamentals I & II Combined: Daisy & Brownie (Core Volunteer Training)
$5.00 Troop FUNdamentals (Combined) is a comprehensive, in-person training designed to set you up for success as a Girl Scout troop leader. This session combines both Part One and Part Two into a single, engaging experience.
We begin with the big picture. You will learn how to get started with troop meetings, what to expect, how to plan effectively, and how to keep meetings engaging for girls. We will introduce the Girl Scout program, including our mission, organizational structure, and how everything fits together. You will also explore the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE), the framework that guides all Girl Scout activities.
From there, we move into what it means to lead a girl-led troop. You will gain an understanding of how leadership looks different at each age level and how to create age-appropriate, meaningful, and fun experiences for your girls. This portion is tailored by age level, so be sure to register for the level that best fits your troop. If you lead a multi-level troop, choose the level with the most girls or consider attending multiple sessions.
Throughout the training, we will highlight the many resources and support systems available to you, so you always know where to turn for guidance. You are never doing this alone.

11/8/2026 Session 1 Keys to Leadership (Community Engagement)
$5.00 This class is a foundational exploration of leadership for every adult volunteer who works with girls of all ages. Recognizing leadership in yourself and others can be a challenge, so we are here to help you unlock the mystery. “Discover” three common types of leadership styles and use them to unlock girl potential. “Connect” to leadership as it applies to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. “Take Action” by participating in activities that will help you recognize the inner leader of every girl you know. Start your leadership journey today!

11/8/2026 Session 1 Crafts Through the Decades - Nifty 90’s (Traditions)
$10.00 Has your troop ever asked what crafts you did as a Girl Scout? Maybe they are just looking for something different to try at a meeting or campout, and you need some inspiration. Why not bring back some blast from the past crafts that were popular in different decades? While you revisit the Nineties, try (or relearn) some classic crafts that Girl Scouts might have done then. Feel like a kid again, and maybe even find a new favorite activity for your troop? Using pony beads, CDs, duct tape, and more, you'll create several projects and leave with the instructions to make them again at home or with your troops. This is the second in a series of decade-themed craft classes, after Crafts Through the Decades-Excellent Eighties.

11/8/2026 Session 1 Blended First Aid/CPR/AED (Core Volunteer Training)
$30.00 Any member adult may take the First Aid/CPR/AED training. This course satisfies the requirements for becoming a certified first aider. A qualified first aider with current first aid and CPR certification must accompany the troop/group whenever the troop/group is gathered.
NOTE THE FOLLOWING IS American Red Cross language when describing this class: The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED blended learning course equips students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. It is designed for students who need a certification that satisfies OSHA, workplace or other regulatory requirements.
This class is taught in a blended learning format and the online portion (accessed via mobile, desktop, or tablet) must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led skills session. Upon successful completion, a valid two-year digital certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is issued. This class requires being on the floor as part of the certification process. VOUCHERS FOR THIS CLASS WILL BE SENT AFTER EVENT REGISTRATION CLOSES. THIS CLASS ENDS AT NOON.

11/8/2026 Session 1 “She Said What?! Resources for Handling Sticky Situations”? (Community Engagement)
FREE Volunteers should feel confident creating an environment where girls are empowered to ask difficult questions and engage in sensitive conversations. We will review GSNEO resources including the Sensitive Issues Consent Form, Emergency Action Plan Card, and discuss best practices for emotional wellness and Mental Health First Aid. This training is interactive—please be prepared” to engage in activities and discussion.

11/8/2026 Session 1 Chocolate Spa (Healthy Living)
$8.00 And you thought chocolate was just a snack food. Come treat yourself to an afternoon at your own spa. We will be making and using multiple chocolate relaxation items and probably indulging in chocolate snacks as well. This class does include a variety of scents and oils.

11/8/2026 Session 1, 2, 3, 4 USA Archery Level 2 Instructor Certification (Community Engagement)
$75.00 PREREQUISITE: USA ARCHERY LEVEL 1 INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION The USA Archery Level 2 Instructor Certification prepares volunteers to serve as lead instructors for training GSNEO Level 1 Archery Facilitators. This certification includes additional training in equipment setup, the National Training System (NTS) Steps of Shooting, athlete development, and event preparation. Participants must complete the USA Archery Level 2 online course, including the exam, followed by an eight-hour, in-person practical. Instructors are also required to maintain current U.S. Center for SafeSport training, pass a USA Archery background screen, and hold a membership with USA Archery or NFAA. GSNEO will cover the membership fee ($165 value), reducing the volunteer's total cost to $75.00. Note: By enrolling, volunteers commit to leading four archery facilitator classes each year for three years. Class slated to end at 5pm.

Sunday, November 8, 2026, Session 2 11:30 PM-2:30 PM

11/8/2026 Session 2 Blended Commercial Kitchen (Healthy Living)
FREE Are you planning a large group function and need to use the commercial kitchen at a GSNEO Camp? This class is required to reserve the Commercial Kitchen at GSNEO camps. Commercial Certification is now in a BLENDED form. You are required to do an online session before attending the class in the Commercial Kitchen. The training is Camp-specific. In this class you will learn everything you need to know. This includes who’s permitted in the kitchen, food safety, dishwasher, griddle, stoves, convection oven operation, and much more. This class is for Camp Timberlane's Commercial Kitchen only. Online pre-course work required.

11/8/2026 Session 2 Troop Level Fundamentals I & II Combined: Juniors (Core Volunteer Training)
FREE Troop FUNdamentals (Combined) is a comprehensive, in-person training designed to set you up for success as a Girl Scout troop leader. This session combines both Part One and Part Two into a single, engaging experience.
We begin with the big picture. You will learn how to get started with troop meetings, what to expect, how to plan effectively, and how to keep meetings engaging for girls. We will introduce the Girl Scout program, including our mission, organizational structure, and how everything fits together. You will also explore the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE), the framework that guides all Girl Scout activities.
From there, we move into what it means to lead a girl-led troop. You will gain an understanding of how leadership looks different at each age level and how to create age-appropriate, meaningful, and fun experiences for your girls. This portion is tailored by age level, so be sure to register for the level that best fits your troop. If you lead a multi-level troop, choose the level with the most girls or consider attending multiple sessions.Throughout the training, we will highlight the many resources and support systems available to you, so you always know where to turn for guidance. You are never doing this alone.

11/8/2026 Session 2 Troop Level Fundamentals I & II Combined: Senior/Ambassador (Core Volunteer Training)
FREE Troop FUNdamentals (Combined) is a comprehensive, in-person training designed to set you up for success as a Girl Scout troop leader. This session combines both Part One and Part Two into a single, engaging experience.
We begin with the big picture. You will learn how to get started with troop meetings, what to expect, how to plan effectively, and how to keep meetings engaging for girls. We will introduce the Girl Scout program, including our mission, organizational structure, and how everything fits together. You will also explore the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE), the framework that guides all Girl Scout activities.
From there, we move into what it means to lead a girl-led troop. You will gain an understanding of how leadership looks different at each age level and how to create age-appropriate, meaningful, and fun experiences for your girls. This portion is tailored by age level, so be sure to register for the level that best fits your troop. If you lead a multi-level troop, choose the level with the most girls or consider attending multiple sessions.Throughout the training, we will highlight the many resources and support systems available to you, so you always know where to turn for guidance. You are never doing this alone.

11/8/2026 Session 2 Troop Traditions – NEW (Traditions)
$15.00 Troop Traditions range from silly things done at every campout to fun fillers done at every troop meeting. This class explores the concept of combining Girl Scout history and traditions with troop identity. Participants will leave with ideas, resources, and projects to share with their troops.

11/8/2026 Session 2 Don’t Laugh at Me – NEW (Community Engagement)
$5.00 Learn how music and arts activities teach young people how to express feelings, build community, resolve conflict creatively, and celebrate diversity. Together the lessons of these themes build essential skills for reducing bullying and conflict, establishing a peaceful, supportive learning environment, and engaging young people in active participation in their community.

11/8/2026 Session 2 Outdoor Cooking Sampler (Traditions)
$13.00 PREREQUISITE Outdoor Essentials: Cooking outdoors may be on your troop's list of things to do. Have no fear! Using a variety of cooking methods, learn basic skills coupled with a few handy tips, and you too can whip up a great meal outdoors. This course will provide you with ideas for food that your girls will love to make and eat. New recipes for 2026. It is suggested that you take this class before other cooking classes. Come hungry!! Bring a mess kit.

11/8/2026 Session 2 No Prob Llamas - Adult Conflict Resolution Training (Community Engagement)
FREE Bickering between parents in your troop? Just can’t get along with your co-leader? You’ve got drama, llama, and we have the tools to help! Walk through GSNEO’s Volunteer Relations Conflict Management Roadmap and learn techniques to kick your drama to the curb in this session. You will leave with information about resources to deal with conflict between adults and the confidence to handle any situation thrown your way with grace! Part 1 in an optional 2-part series.

11/8/2026 Session 2 VTK 101 - Making the Volunteer Toolkit work for you (Core Volunteer Training)
FREE Bring your laptop or tablet (not just a phone!) and join us for this hands-on class where you'll learn to navigate the Volunteer Tool Kit (VTK) like a pro. Discover how to access year plans, find badge requirements, and utilize all the features that make troop planning easier and more efficient. Whether you're a brand-new volunteer or a seasoned troop leader exploring this tool for the first time, this class is designed to equip you with everything you need to make the most of the VTK.

Sunday, November 8, 2026, Session 3 2:00 PM-4:00 PM

11/8/2026 Session 3 Troop Level Fundamentals I & II Combined: Cadettes (Core Volunteer Training)
FREE Troop FUNdamentals (Combined) is a comprehensive, in-person training designed to set you up for success as a Girl Scout troop leader. This session combines both Part One and Part Two into a single, engaging experience.
We begin with the big picture. You will learn how to get started with troop meetings, what to expect, how to plan effectively, and how to keep meetings engaging for girls. We will introduce the Girl Scout program, including our mission, organizational structure, and how everything fits together. You will also explore the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE), the framework that guides all Girl Scout activities.
From there, we move into what it means to lead a girl-led troop. You will gain an understanding of how leadership looks different at each age level and how to create age-appropriate, meaningful, and fun experiences for your girls. This portion is tailored by age level, so be sure to register for the level that best fits your troop. If you lead a multi-level troop, choose the level with the most girls or consider attending multiple sessions.Throughout the training, we will highlight the many resources and support systems available to you, so you always know where to turn for guidance. You are never doing this alone.

11/8/2026 Session 3 Artivism: Creating and Designing with Social Justice in Mind (The Arts)
$10.00 No matter the level of your troop, there are Girl Scout Art Bages they can earn. Does your troop want to make their art really count, or are you looking for new ways to import meaning to the art they create? This class will teach you about Artivism, or using arts and crafts to relay themes and messages related to Social Justice. After a brief history of Artivism, we'll investigate ways you can incorporate it at all Girl Scout levels by trying some hands-on activities from existing badges. Bring your creative spirit and a willingness to express yourself.

11/8/2026 Session 3 The Vibe of Your Tribe (Community Engagement)
$6.00 Girl Scouting brings together both girls and adults, with many different personalities, to every meeting. Learn about age-appropriate ways of dealing with feelings. Make your own tools to share coping skills, self-care, and healthy communication with your troop.

11/8/2026 Session 3 Blended First Aid/CPR/AED (Core Volunteer Training)
$30.00 Any member adult may take the First Aid/CPR/AED training. This course satisfies the requirements for becoming a certified first aider. A qualified first aider with current first aid and CPR certification must accompany the troop/group whenever the troop/group is gathered.
NOTE THE FOLLOWING IS American Red Cross language when describing this class: The Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED blended learning course equips students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants. It is designed for students who need a certification that satisfies OSHA, workplace or other regulatory requirements.This class is taught in a blended learning format and the online portion (accessed via mobile, desktop, or tablet) must be completed prior to attending the instructor-led skills session. Upon successful completion, a valid two-year digital certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED is issued. This class requires being on the floor as part of the certification process. VOUCHERS FOR THIS CLASS WILL BE SENT AFTER EVENT REGISTRATION CLOSES. THIS CLASS ENDS AT NOON.

11/8/2026 Session 3 Outdoor Cooking: Pie Irons (Outdoors)
$10.00 Do you want to progress from hobo pies and campfire pizzas? Want to impress your Girl Scouts and amaze your friends? Take this course to learn the ins and outs of pie iron cooking. After learning to care for your pie irons you will be able to cook anything from yummy, savory sandwiches to high-end desserts.

11/8/2026 Session 3 Strong Personalities & Tough Talks (Community Engagement)
FREE This course equips you with essential skills to effectively handle challenging individuals and situations as well as being better prepared to have those tough conversations. Whether you encounter difficult people in your personal or professional life, this course empowers you with practical strategies to navigate through tough scenarios with confidence and success. By the end you will have a better understanding of how to keep your composure while interacting with those difficult people as well as to prevent these situations from happening in the future.

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We are happy to offer a variety of overnight accommodations at Camp Timberlane. All options will be indoors, with AC, and full bathrooms.

Accommodations are available on a first come, first served basis within each category. Cabin beds are offered as top bunk (discounted) or bottom bunk.

House Moms will assign cabin chores, and campers are expected to clean their space prior to checkout.

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ALE 2026: Curious. Resourceful. Flexible.

Celebrate ALE 2026 with this year’s event shirt and patch. The official event shirt is a heathered athletic green crew neck, perfect for a full weekend at camp. Shirts are available in all sizes for $17.00, and ALE 2026 patches are available for $4.00.

We will also have a limited selection of items from previous ALE events available for purchase at the Welcome Center in Low Lodge:
ALE 2022 Shirts – $10.00
ALE 2023 Shirts – $10.00
ALE 2024 Shirts – $12.00
ALE 2025 Shirts – $15.00
ALE 2025 Patches – $3.00

Stop by early for the best selection of sizes and styles.

T-shirts are available for purchase at the Welcome Center. Pre-orders are not available.

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The Girl Scout Shop and staff hours are not available at REMIX events.

The GSNEO Shop is back! Stop by the back hallway of Chickadee to discover what goodies are waiting for you. Hours coming soon.

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Cancellation and refund requests must be made in writing to customercare@gsneo.org.

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The Trainer Remembrance Scholarship Fund, also previously known as the Princess Fund, was created to honor our dedicated trainers and to support volunteers in continuing their own Girl Scout learning journey.

This fund provides financial assistance for training and certification courses that help volunteers grow their skills and confidence in serving girls.

Who Can Apply:
All registered Girl Scout volunteers in good standing are eligible to request support for approved adult learning opportunities.

What the Fund Covers:
Full funding is available for the following approved classes:

  • New Leader Orientation (live Zoom class)
  • Welcome to the Service Unit (in-person with local volunteers)
  • New Troop Training Learning Path (found in gsLearn)
  • Troop FUNdamentals (choose your preferred age level)
  • Volunteer Toolkit – How To
  • CPR/First Aid Certification (must be current and on file with GSNEO)
  • Facilitator Trainings: Archery Level 1, Small Craft Level 1, Low Ropes Facilitator

Partial funding may be provided for elective or enrichment sessions that enhance the Girl Scout experience.
How to Apply:

  1. Complete the Trainer Remembrance Fund Request Form
  2. Answer the brief questions about your volunteer role and the class(es) you would like to attend.
  3. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed on a rolling basis, based on available funds.
  4. You’ll be notified by email of any award amount once your request has been reviewed.
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Meals are not offered at REMIX events.

8/6/2026
$8.00 Deluxe Continental Breakfast - Includes yogurt, fruit, bread/toast, peanut butter, jelly, and Chef’s choice of egg casserole/hot breakfast items. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals.
$7.00 Sack Lunch Lunchmeat sandwich, celery/carrots, fruit, chips, and dessert. A limited number of vegetarian sandwiches will be available upon request. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals. sandwich selection will be made at the time of pickup and is limited to what is offered. No special requests.
$8.00 “Chef’s Choice” Includes chef’s choice of hot item and dessert. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals.

8/7/2026
$8.00 Deluxe Continental Breakfast - Includes yogurt, fruit, bread/toast, peanut butter, jelly, and Chef’s choice of egg casserole/hot breakfast items. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals.
$7.00 Sack Lunch Lunchmeat sandwich, celery/carrots, fruit, chips, and dessert. A limited number of vegetarian sandwiches will be available upon request. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals. sandwich selection will be made at the time of pickup and is limited to what is offered. No special requests.
$8.00 “Chef’s Choice” Includes chef’s choice of hot item and dessert. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals.

8/8/2026
$8.00 Deluxe Continental Breakfast - Includes yogurt, fruit, bread/toast, peanut butter, jelly, and Chef’s choice of egg casserole/hot breakfast items. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals.
$7.00 Sack Lunch Lunchmeat sandwich, celery/carrots, fruit, chips, and dessert. A limited number of vegetarian sandwiches will be available upon request. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals. sandwich selection will be made at the time of pickup and is limited to what is offered. No special requests.
$8.00 “Chef’s Choice” Includes chef’s choice of item and dessert. Please note: We are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions for meals.

Questions? Please do not hesitate to call or email. We are here to help! Email us at customercare@gsneo.org or reach us by phone at 800-852-4474.

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