SUNDAY 4/6/2025
Session 1 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Silly & Campfire Songs 4/6/2024 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Traditions)
$5.00 Sit around the campfire, sing songs and plan a successful campfire. Celebrate the joys, the laughter, and traditions of Girl Scouting through music. If you wish, you may bring an electronic recording device to preserve the memories.
Blended First Aid/AED/CPR 4/6/2025 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Core Volunteer Training)
$30.00 Any 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 table) 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.
Leave No Trace 4/6/2025 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM (Outdoors)
$5.00 This is your opportunity to learn from a certified Leave No Trace Instructor how to inspire responsible outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship. Through engaging activities and games, you'll discover how to teach the seven Leave No Trace principles in a way that resonates with youth and adults alike. This training equips you to instill a lifelong respect for nature in your girls, giving them the skills to minimize their impact and make a positive difference in the world around them. Join us to create meaningful and sustainable outdoor adventures for future generations.
Taste of Target Sports 4/6/2024 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (Outdoors)
$5.00 Taste of Target Sports offers a hands-on introduction to the exciting range of target sports available at Camp Sugarbush, the Council's hub for these activities. Experience the thrill of hatchet throwing, test your aim with slingshots, and hone your precision in archery. This session is perfect for those eager to explore these engaging sports and learn the basics in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you're new to target sports or looking to enhance your skills, this class has something for everyone!
Red Cross Instructor Training – Session B 4/6/2025 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM INVITIATION ONLY
$50.00 This is an intensive certification course designed for individuals who want to teach Red Cross first aid, CPR, and AED classes. This training equips participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver high-quality instruction in lifesaving techniques. The course includes interactive classroom sessions, practice teaching, and evaluation to ensure participants are confident and prepared to lead their own classes. Upon successful completion, attendees will become certified Red Cross instructors, ready to empower others with essential emergency response skills. This training is ideal for anyone passionate about safety and education, from community volunteers to professional trainers. This program entails a 2-year commitment to support GSNEO CPR/FA training classes with four events annually. Must attend session A & B to complete.
Session 2 Noon – 2:00 PM
Troop FUNdamentals – Brownies 4/6/2025 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Core Volunteer Training)
FREE - Just starting out, bridging to a new age level, or need a refresher, this class is a follow-up for every volunteer’s on-line learning pathway because progression isn’t just for the girls. This class is a quick guide to meeting time fun, troop management and safety considerations. Learn the parts of a troop meeting and the adult role in creating troop Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Unsure where to find information and use the resources? We can help with that too! Come join our revitalized training session featuring an updated curriculum!
Blended First Aid/AED/CPR 4/6/2025 1:30PM – 5:30 PM (Core Volunteer Training)
$30.00 Any 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 table) 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.
Volunteer Tool Kit (VTK) How To 4/6/2024 Noon – 2:00 PM (Core Volunteer Training)
FREE - Bring your laptop (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.
Scrapbooking 4/6/2024 Noon – 2:00 PM (Arts)
$4.00 In this great hands-on class, you will experience the basics of scrapbooking. Bring a few photo or other personal materials for your custom project.
Session 3 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Steamed Cooking 101 4/6/2024 2:30 PM – 5:30 (Healthy Living)
$10.00 Steamed Cooking Workshop introduces the fascinating science and practical techniques behind steam-based outdoor cooking. Learn the physics of steam and how it enhances flavors and preserves nutrients while cooking. Explore various methods, including compartment steaming, cooking en papillote, and improvising with BakePacker-style tools. This hands-on class also covers innovative approaches like freezer bag cooking, perfect for quick, easy, and minimal-cleanup meals at camp. Gain the skills to prepare delicious and nutritious meals using simple equipment and adaptable techniques, making your outdoor adventures more flavorful and enjoyable.
Lashing 4/6/2025 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM (STEM)
$5.00 Lashing Basics is a hands-on class that introduces the traditional skill of lashing, where you’ll learn how to bind poles together using ropes to create sturdy structures. Explore essential knots and techniques to build useful camp gadgets like tables, tripods, or flagpoles. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and troop leaders, this class teaches practical skills while fostering teamwork and creativity. Get ready to tie, lash, and create functional designs that enhance your outdoor adventures!
No Prob-Llamas 4/6/2025 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM (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.
Blended Commercial Kitchen-Camp Sugarbush 4/6/2025 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Healthy Living)
$4.00 Are 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 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 be learning everything you need to know. This includes who's permitted in the kitchen, food safety, dishwasher, griddle, stoves and convention oven operation, and much more. NOTE: This class is for Camp Sugarbush's Commercial Kitchen Only.
