Programs Offered by the Community

ADVENTURE

ADVENTURE ROCK
Adventure Rock hosts climbing programs for girls of all ages, including sleepovers, Adventure Sport and High Adventure Badges. Classes available at Devil’s Lake, as well as 11/2 and 2 hour programs at Adventure Rock.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Year-round
Where: Adventure Rock, Pewaukee Classes also available at Devil’s Lake; 3 portable rock walls can travel to events.
Cost: $12.50 to $35.00 per participant depending on program; includes instruction, equipment, supplies, facility and parking. The sleepover also includes food.
Registration: Contact the Adventure Rock staff at (262) 790-6800 or email info@adventurerock.com.
Visit www.adventurerock.com for additional information.

ADVENTURES WITH ANIMALS
Join the staff of the Wisconsin Humane Society for this popular and fun-filled program to learn about our favorite companions. Make cat toys, socialize with the purr-fect cats, and learn how they train cool canines with the Bow Wow Basics program. Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Wisconsin Humane Society.
Who: Brownie & Junior Girl Scouts
When: Oct.-May on the 2nd or 3rd Wed. of every month from 6-7:45 p.m.
Where: Wisconsin Humane Society
Cost: $5 per girl, includes instruction, supplies, tour, and parking.
Registration: Contact Dezarae Jones-Hartwig, Education Manager, at (414) 431-6159 or email dhartwig@wihumane.org. Visit www.wihumane.org for more information.

Country Springs Hotel
The Springs Water Park offers more than 45,000 sq feet of year round adventure and for children and adults alike. With our three person boat ride, lazy river, zero-depth entry play area, water basketball and more, a visit to The Springs Water Park is the perfect reward/activity for kids of all ages.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Park Open Year Round
Mon.-Thurs.10:00 am-9:00 pm;
Fri. 10:00 am - 10:00 pm;
Sat. 9:00 am-10:00 pm;
Sun. 9:00 am -9:00 pm
Where: The Springs Water Park @ Country Springs, Waukesha
Cost: $12 per girl/adult swimmer, $10 per spectator; includes swimming, towels and parking. Meal packages are also available.
The Springs Water Park lifeguards are Ellis certified and tested/trained on a daily basis. (Rates above are for a Mon.-Thurs. swim and based on 15-49 swimmers.)
Registration: Call Nicole Slemin, Water Park Sales Manager, at (262) 970-5410 to schedule a date. Group discount rates available 7 days a week, but do require advance registration. Please call for weekend rates and availability. For more information, check out Country Springs Hotel’s website at www.countryspringshotel.com

DANCE, THEATER AND ARTS

Ballet Center
Professional ballet school gives every student the opportunity to enjoy a truly authentic and memorable ballet training experience. The ballet center offers modern, jazz, tap, theater/acting, hip hop, and ballet classes.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
Where: Ballet Center, West Allis
Cost: Varies upon classes, Girl Scouts given $10 off registration fee for regular classes.
Registration: Call Rafel Delgado, Director, at (414) 771-1027 for more information and to coordinate class date and times. Visit www.balletcenter.net for more information.

BeadStyle Magazine
Are you interested in learning how to make your own bracelet, necklace, or earrings? Come join editors from BeadStyle Magazine as they teach each girl the basic techniques necessary to make a piece of jewelry. Girls will learn stringing techniques and work on a project to be completed during the class session. All materials will be provided to make your own jewelry.
Who: Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
Where: Troop Meeting Location if in the Metro Milwaukee Area
When: Mon.-Fri. 6:00-7:30 pm – October, November, February, or March
Cost: $5-$10 per girl depending on beading project; includes materials
Registration: Call Cathy Jakicic at (262) 798-6609. Visit www.beadstylemag.com for more information.

Build-A-Bear Workshop
It’s un-fur-gettable! Each guest makes a new best friend to take home and cherish! Girls choose it, stuff it, give it a heart filled with their wishes and make a personalized birth certificate. After the party, girls go home hand-in-paw with their new best friend in an exclusive Cub Condo caring case to begin their adventures together.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scouts
Where: Build-A-Bear Workshop, Wauwatosa (Mayfair Mall)
Cost: Starting at $10 per girl, depending on package
Registration: Call Sara Monty, Chief Workshop Manager, at (414) 453-2327. Visit www.buildabear.com/party/default.aspx for more information.

DANCEWORKS, INC.
Danceworks Inc. is Milwaukee’s freshest dance studio offering classes for the youngest shakers to the most mature movers and now features theater classes. Danceworks’ highly trained staff can offer your troop individualized workshops tailored to your needs. From hip hop to yoga, from salsa to art classes, Danceworks offers everything your Girl Scouts will need to stay fit and healthy.
Who: All Girl Scouts and abilities
Where: Danceworks Studio or troop/group’s regular meeting time (if appropriate setting).
Cost: varies upon workshop and activity
When: Call Andrea Hill-Johnson, Education Director, at 414-277-8480 for more information and to coordinate workshop date and times. Visit www.danceworks1661.org for more information.

DR. D. LIGHT, THE STORY DOC
Dr. D. Light's exciting programs will educate, entertain and inspire your girls with fun, interactive storytelling, music and dance. Programs include Multiculturalism, Native Americans, Respect, Scary Camp Fire Fun, Strong Women/Girls, Animal stories and more.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts and families
When: Year-round, by appointment; program lasts 45 min.
Where: Storytelling performances can be held at any location, including troop’s meeting site or alternative site determined by troop/group.
Cost: $75.00-$200.00 depending on size of group.
Registration: Contact Dr. D. Light, (Lucia Dorneden, Ph.D.), at (414) 383-0303 to schedule a session. Visit website, www.storydoc.biz for
public performance times and more information.

Jr. Jazzercise
Jr. Jazzercise is a fun-filled introduction to the lifelong benefits of exercise. Certified Jazzercise instructors move and dance to today’s hottest music in a non-competitive atmosphere while promoting fitness and healthy habits. Important aspects of a regular Jr. Jazzercise session include a warm-up routine, several fun dance routines, a discussion regarding health or exercise (during snack), strength training and a stretching end routine.
Who: Brownie, Junior Girl Scouts
When: Year round availability, date and time scheduled on a case by case basis.
Where: Good Hope Elementary School, Glendale
Cost: $7.00 per girl; includes a one hour class to achieve Dancercise Badge, snack and water. No additional charge for facility or parking
(Does not include badge).
Registration: Call Julia Gimbel, Certified Jazzercise Instructor, at (414) 964-1516 or email jazzgirl@wi.rr.com. Visit www.jazzinglendale.com for more information about our ongoing programs. A signed release/participation form is required in order to take the class. One or two parents should stay on-site during class to tie shoes, help with the bathroom, pass out snacks, etc. Tennis shoes are required.
EARN IT! Dancercise Try-It

LA TERRAZA
Join the artists at La Terraza, a contemporary ceramic studio, for a fun and educational experience where girls are free to explore their creative side by creating a ceramic piece of their own. The studio provides all necessary supplies and instruction to earn a Try-It, Badge, or Interest Project. Come and get ready to explore the world of La Terraza!
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: By appointment, year-round, 12:00 Noon - 8:00 pm
Where: La Terraza, Inc., Wauwatosa. Most programs can be brought to Troop’s regular location for an additional fee. Inquire for specifics and details.
Cost: $4 per girl and/or adult (includes workshop and instruction) Ceramic pieces are an additional cost. Ceramic pieces range between $4.95 and $14.95.
Registration: Call 414-443-1800 to coordinate workshop date and time with the staff. Visit www.potteryfun.com for additional information. All sales are final.

Milwaukee's Festival City Symphony
Festival City Symphony makes classical music accessible to everyone through its free and low-cost concerts. “Symphony Sundays” feature children’s program notes and anecdotes from the podium to provide information on each concert and get the audience involved in the music they are about to hear! Join us for the 2007-2008 “Symphony Sundays” concert season at the Pabst Theatre.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts and families
When: January 20 – “Go West, Young Man”
February 10 – “Back to Nature”
March 9 – “Don’t Go Russian Off”
April 27 – “Hola! ?Como Estas?”
Come to the Marcus Center for FREE Pajama Jamboree Pops Concerts on September 26 – “Let’s Meet the Percussion Section”
October 31 – “Halloween Pajama Jamboree”
November 28 – “Holiday Pajama Jamboree”
Where: “Symphony Sundays” / Pabst Theater, Milwaukee
Children’s Program Notes at 2:45 pm; Concerts begin at 3:00 pm.
“Pajama Jamborees” / Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, Milwaukee.
Concerts begin at 7:00 pm.
Cost: $8.00 per girl, students and seniors, $14.00 for adults. Group rates available for all concerts with advance notice. Pajama Jamborees are FREE!
Registration: Call (414) 963-9067 or visit www.festivalcitysymphony.org. Festival City Symphony admission prices are kept low thanks to the generosity of its sponsors.
**Join us for Scout Day at the Symphony, Sunday, January 20, 2008, 3:00 pm at the Pabst Theater; Pre-performance activities include Meet the Musicians, 2:30 pm and Children’s Program Notes, 2:45 pm. Special Group Ticket Pricing Available: $7.00 per person for Girl Scouts and family members. Bring the entire family for a fabulous afternoon at the symphony!

NOAH'S ARK ANIMALS WORKSHOP
Noah’s Ark offers girls the chance to make their own cuddly friend by hand stuffing it, making a wish on a rainbow star and naming it with a birth certificate. They can also dress their new pal in fun fashions. Also available is Bella Bee, a little girl’s dream Glamour Workshop. During the workshop, girls can apply glittery makeup products while working on 1 of 4 character building themes.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Troop’s/group’s regular meeting time, year-round, daily
Where: Noah’s Ark Animal Crew Member will travel to your location.
Cost: $15 average per girl, large group specials during the year; includes un-stuffed plush, wishing star, birth certificate, and stuffing or Character Building Bella Bee Products.
Registration: Call Kim Popp at (414) 744-7716 or email at hugginandstuffin@hotmail.com. Visit www.hugginandstuffin.com for more information.
EARN IT! Lets Pretend Try-it; Puppets, Dolls, and Plays Try-it; Caring & Sharing Try-it; Friends are Fun Try-it; Toymaker Badge; Looking Your Best Badge

One Mohr Production
Let One Mohr Production add character to your next Girl Scout Event! Kathleen Mohr, actress, drama teacher and story teller extraordinaire has over 25 costumed characters to delight your audience! From Mother Goose to Mrs. Santa, Auntie Blue-bell, Flower Fairy and Betsy Ross, each sets the stage for humor, drama, and creative interaction. Many themes, some of which can tie into badge projects, will delight girls. Numerous workshops such as mime, plays, and drama lessons are also available.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scouts
When: Year-round
Where: Troop meeting location
Cost: $175.00 for a group performance; workshop costs vary
Registration: Call Kathleen Mohr at (414) 481-6630.

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING

ON THE HIGHWAY TO HEALTH
The “Highway to Health” is paved with creative, interactive games taught by experts on women’s health, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders. Learn how to listen to your body and love your body, inside and out. Special information on identifying and treating common bleeding disorders will round out the program.
Who: Junior Girl Scouts
When: Year-round availability during the troop’s/group’s regular meeting time. The program lasts 1-1 1/2 hours.
Where: Troop/group regular meeting location
Cost: Free, includes hands-on activities and snack
Registration: Call Tammy Molter, Education and Professional Services Coordinator, at 414-257-0200 or email at tmolter@glhf.org. Visit www.glhf.org for more information.
Registration: Schedule session two months in advance
NOTE: A female volunteer presenter will travel to group’s meeting site and will provide all necessary program supplies.
EARN IT! Highway to Health badge

YOGAKIDS
Fitness, Fun & Feeling Great! YogaKids is a great physical activity that builds strength, stamina, flexibility, focus and concentration while teaching girls techniques to calm, energize and soothe themselves.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Troop/group regular meeting time, year-round, daily
Where: Instructor will come to your troop’s location. Large room with carpet and mats/beach towels is needed to define each girls’ space.
Cost: $5-6.50 per girl depending on length of class, includes instruction.
Additional Information and scheduling: Contact Stephanie Sandy, Certified YogaKids Facilitator, at 414-483-1672 or email at ssandy@wi.rr.com. Visit www.yogakids.com for more information.
EARN IT! My Body Try-It; Girls Sports Try-It; Fun and Fit badge; Stress Less badge; Women's Health Interest Project patch

MUSEUMS

AMERICA'S BLACK HOLOCAUST MUSEUM
James Cameron is founder of America’s Black Holocaust Museum and was America’s only living survivor of a lynching until his death in June of 2006. Because of this personal experience, Cameron dedicated his life to promoting civil rights, racial peace, unity, and equality. Your troop will learn African-American history through the displays and collections depicting the period of slavery to the present. Warning: some displays contain graphic content.
Who: Junior Girl Scouts and older
When: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-3 p.m.; Closed Wed. Last tour departs at 4 p.m. daily
Cost: $3 per girl/student, $5 per adult. 10% discount available for groups of 10 or more.
Registration: Call 414-264-2500 to schedule a tour or check the website at www.blackholocaustmuseum.org.

CAPTAIN FREDERICK PABST MANSION
The historic Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion invites Girl Scout troops to work on a recognition through one of their many programs. The Mansion provides an exciting and educational atmosphere for your group to learn about the past by experiencing it first hand. Individually designed programs are tailored to fulfill Girl Scout requirements, so your girls can participate in unique activities while earning patches. Call for complete itineraries and for more information.
Who: Brownie Girl Scouts and older
When: Year-round. Program Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. Most programs run approximately 90 minutes in length.
Where: Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion
Cost: $5 per girl, $8 per adult (free if group exceeds certain number, inquire for details). Fee includes a snack, craft supplies, tour, and parking. Special fees may apply for certain programs.
Registration: Contact Jodi Rich-Bartz at 414-931-0808 or email jodi@pabstmansion.com . A $25 deposit is required for all groups.
Registration Reservations require two weeks notice. Visit www.pabstmansion.com for more information.
EARN IT! Listening to the Past Try-It; Local Lore badge; Museum Discovery Interest Project patch

OUT OF DOORS

BADGER TRAILS, INC.
Badger Trails, Inc. is a non profit organization of volunteers that promotes and sponsors three hikes annually.
Devil’s Lake – This event has been attended by teen Girl Scout troops since 1963. This weekend event is the largest scout/youth event held in Wisconsin’s Devil’s Lake State Park. The weekend culminates with a dance for those 14 and older on Sat. evening.
Root River Trail – This hike is a one-day, 4.5 or 12-mile hike. Both hikes are along city streets and parkways.
Glacial Trail Backpack Experience – Participants camp and hike through the northern unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Devil’s Lake: September 28, 29, 30, 2007
Root River Trail: April 26, 2008
Glacial Trail Backpack Experience: May 2-4, 2008
Devil’s Lake: October 3, 4, 5 2008
Registration: Visit the Badger Trails website at www.badgertrails.org, call (414) 777-3920 or check for more information in the Girl Scout Resource Center.

HAVENWOODS ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS CENTER
Havenwoods State Forest is a 237-acre open green space in the city of Milwaukee. It is one of only a few urban state forests managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Join the educators at Havenwoods for indoor and outdoor fun.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts and their families
When: Year-round; Mon.-Fri. 2:00-6:30 pm
Where: Havenwoods State Forest, Milwaukee
Cost: $2.00 per girl; includes instruction and supplies
Registration: Call Susan Johansen, Environmental Education Specialist, (414) 527-0232 or email SusanA.Johansen@wisconsin.gov
for more information on upcoming programs and activities.

NATURE IN THE PARKS
Join professional Nature in the Parks Naturalists as you explore the earth’s astonishing treasures in the beautiful Milwaukee County Park system. Take advantage of a variety of year-round and seasonal programs, including discovery hikes, environmental exercises, land stewardship and hands-on activities. The programs offered complete many of the outdoor awards, which are not included.
Who: Daisy, Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts
Where: Various Milwaukee County Parks and/or Wehr Nature Center
When: Programs offered year-round, daily
Cost: Varies for girls and adults per each program. Fee includes instruction, handouts, and any patches earned.
Registration: REQUIRED two weeks before event. Call Carol Howard, Scout Coordinator, at 414-425-8550 or email at carol.howard@ces.uwex.edu for additional information and to register. Visit http://milwaukee.uwex.edu for more information.

SCHLITZ AUDUBON NATURE CENTER
Scouts have MANY choices when scheduling a visit to SANC! Experience a self-guided nature hike or participate in a naturalist-led program. Work with a naturalist to design your own program or participate in one of the many award and badge programs already in place. Developing a better understanding and respect for our world is a natural as the girls explore ponds, forests, prairies, a 60-foot tower, the beach along Lake Michigan, and meet a few animals up close!
Who: Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts
When: Programs offered year-round, daily
Where: Schlitz Audubon Center
Cost: Naturalist-led programs are generally $4 for Brownies and $5 for Juniors; costs vary for specialty programs. Self-guided hikes are $4
for adults, $2 for girls 12 and under and members are free.
Registration: Contact Melisa Santimo, Girl Scout Program Coordinator, at (414) 352-2880, ext. 228 or email at msantimo@sanc.org. Registration is required for naturalist-led programs. Visit www.sanc.org for more information

URBAN ECOLOGY CENTER
The Urban Ecology Center is a neighborhood, community nature center. The UEC offers Try-It, Badge, and Interest Project programs related to nature, the environment, and outdoor adventure (canoe, kayak, bike, camp, rock climbing). Contact the UEC to arrange individual troop programs, events, overnights, and adventures. Service projects can also be arranged.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Programs offered year-round, dates and times to be arranged.
Where: Urban Ecology Center
Cost: Group program rates are available, varied. Fee includes instruction, materials, equipment (as needed), use of facility (i.e. overnights), trained staff, and badge (where applicable).
Registration: Contact Dana Kaleta, Girl Scout Program Coordinator, at 414-964-8505. Visit www.urbanecologycenter.org for more information.

SCIENCE

MAD SCIENCE OF MILWAUKEE, INC.
Mad Science aims to spark the imagination and curiosity of children through fun, entertaining and educational activities that instill a clear understanding of what science really is and how it affects the world around us.
Brownie Try-Its: “Earth & Sky,” “Earth is Our Home,” “Movers,” “Science in Action,” “Science Wonders,” "Senses,” “Making Music,” “Space Explorer”
Junior Badges: “Aerospace,” “Making it Matter,” “Oil Up,” “Rocks Rock,” “Science Discovery,” “Science in Everyday Life,” “Science Sleuth,” “Sky Search”
Cadette Interest Project: “Uncovering the Evidence”
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior and Cadette Girl Scout troops/groups
When: Year-round, Daily 9:00 am-8:00 pm
Where: Your troop’s meeting location or the Mad Science Lab, Oak Creek
Cost: $139.00 for up to 12 girls, $10.00 each additional girl
Registration: Register by phone at (414) 768-1678 or online at www.madscience.org/milwaukee. Cash, check or credit card accepted.
Registrations must be paid in full at time of booking. No refunds once program is booked.

MANFRED P. OLSON PLANETARIUM
Projecting over 2,000 stars, five planets, and many special effects on its special domed ceiling, the planetarium can bring the heavens close to home. Various themed programs are open to the public most Friday evenings at 7:00 pm throughout the year. For private shows at other times, contact Jean Creighton by phone (414) 229-4961 or email stargaze@uwm.edu. We also offer hands-on activities upon request.
Who: Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Year-round on most Fridays at 7:00 pm and by appointment
Where: Manfred Olson Planetarium/ UWM-Physics Building, Milwaukee
Cost: Friday night shows are $1.00 per person. Group shows are $25.00-50.00 per group.
Registration: Reservations are not required for the Friday Night shows. Tickets go on sale 30 minutes prior to the show in the Physics building lobby. For a schedule of Friday night and other programs, visit www.planetarium.uwm.edu. Call Jean Creighton at (414) 229-4961 or email stargaze@uwm.edu to reserve a private show at a convenient time for your group

RECYCLE MILWAUKEE BEAUTIFUL
Did you know that by recycling one aluminum you can save enough energy to run a TV for three hours! Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful (KGMB) offers an exciting tour of the Milwaukee recycling facility. Participants learn about the importance of waste reduction, reuse and recycling. KGMB teaches everyone simple, everyday steps towards protecting our precious planet Earth.
Who: Brownies through Teens
When: Field trips are available Apr. through Jun., Sept., and Oct.
Where: 1313 W. Mount Vernon Ave., Milwaukee
Cost: $25 per group
Reservations: Call 414-272-5462 ext. 105to reserve a time. 25 participants max.

SPORTS

SCOUT SKATE AT THE PETTIT
Your Girl Scouts will truly have a gold-medal experience as they glide around the 400-meter Olympic Oval. Take to the same ice U.S. Olympians Bonnie Blair, Dan Jansen, Chris Witty, and Joey Cheek have trained and competed on. Looking for more of an adventure? Consider a sleepover at the Best Place to Skate. Special Scout Sleepover dates are available, or reserve a special date for your troop. Discount meal plans and tours are available. Don’t wait, call for more information.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
When: Year-round
Where: Pettit National Ice Center, 500 S. 84th St., Milwaukee
Cost: $5 per girl, $5 per adult, includes skating admission, skate rental, and Scout Skate at the Pettit patch.
Registration: Contact Group Sales Office at 414-266-0100, or pnic@thepettit.com. Visit www.thepettit.com for additional information.

UW-MILWAUKEE PANTHER PRIDE FOR GIRL SCOUTS
Have you caught the Panther Pride yet? Don’t miss a second as Milwaukee’s preeminent NCAA Division I Women’s teams take to the court and field on special Girl Scout Days. Bring family and friends to the new Klotsche Center and Englemann Field to cheer on the Panthers and celebrate Girl Scouting UW-Milwaukee style. Scouts receive a special UWM Panther badge for attending the game.
Who: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Preteen & Teen Girl Scouts
Women’s Volleyball
UW-Milwaukee vs. Cleveland State
When: Sat., Sept. 23, 2006 4 p.m.
Where: Klotsche Center,
Cost: $5 per person, includes ticket, hot dog and beverage
Women’s Soccer
UW-Milwaukee vs. Wisconsin Badgers
When: Sun., Oct. 22, 2006 noon
Where: Engelmann Field,
Cost: $5 per person, includes ticket, hot dog and beverage
Women’s Basketball
UW-Milwaukee vs. Wright State
When: Sat., Feb. 24 (time: TBD)
Where: Klotsche Center,
Cost: $3 per person, includes ticket
Ticket Orders: Call the UW-Milwaukee Ticket Office at 414-229-5886. Visit www.uwmpanthers.com for additional information.

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