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2023 Workshop Schedule
All Workshops will be held on Saturday
Session | Time |
A | 7:00AM |
B | 9:45 – 11:45 AM |
C | 2:00 – 3:30 PM |
D | 4:00 – 5:30 PM |
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Workshop A: 7:00 AM
Snack, play cards, sleep, hike, make new friends, relax….the choice is yours.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Weather permitting, join us for a sunrise paddle on the pond! Meet at the boathouse. Bring your cell phone/camera (in a waterproof container) to catch early-rising wildlife, steam rising from the peaceful water and sunny rays! Hot coffee/tea greets us upon return to the dining hall!
Supplies Needed: Canoes, paddles, and life jackets will be provided and are required to be worn.You are welcome to bring your own if you have them.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Are you up with the birds? Come join Laura to see what birds are X around the camp. We will check out the pond area and the nearby trees. Please bring binoculars if you have them.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Let’s take a break and capture some pictures of the first Great Escape at Wind in the Pines. All you need is your smartphone! We’ll use the Ambassador Girl Scout Photography badge to lead us through some activities and learn more about perspective, action shots, still life, distance, light and more.
Supplies Needed: Your smartphone (that has a working camera), your curiosity, and a willingness to experiment.
Leave with: Some photo memories, a new knowledge of your device’s capabilities, and a selfie!
Workshop B: 9:45 – 11:45 AM
Snack, play cards, sleep, hike, make new friends, relax….the choice is yours.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Our theme this year is owls so if you want a cute reminder of your time at Great Escape come learn how to do needle felting. Needle felting is a fun and relaxing craft that produces a fun creation.
No prior experience necessary.
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
In Girl Scouts, we learn all about the practical uses for knot tying. But knots can be used to make beautiful works of art for your home decor! Join us to explore macrame, a fun and functional art form. Participants will create a piece at camp to take home as well as learn the skills to continue this hobby. All abilities welcome with several options to choose from to suit individual skill levels!
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
The Christmas ornament is made of fabric that is ironed, folded around a ring and held together by decorative buttons. Hand sewing (the buttons) is required.
Supplies: The presenter will have a variety of supplies available. Participants can bring their own fabric and buttons. 1/4 yard of fabric and 9 buttons are necessasry.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Join us for a fun time making different flavor filled chocolates along with various design lollipops, including a Girl Scout lollipop mold. No experience necessary, however this workshop is not suitable if you have a peanut allergy.
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
Did you ever want to go on the high ropes course, now is your time to have fun! We will run the Holy Cow (Giant Swing) for those interested in stepping outside of their comfort zone. Participants will need to wear closed toe shoes.
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Painting leaves on canvas. We will gathering leaves and we will paint them and lay them on the canvas to create a beautiful keepsake.
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
With tools specific to the craft, you will make 2 lovely pieces of art using glass panels. You may produce the design of your choice for an original 10″x10″ frosted window or use one of the templates provided. Using a 4″x4″ clear piece of glass, you can create a lovely “suncatcher.” Using your choice of colors and design, your artwork will be a wonderful addition to your home decor or the perfect gift for a favorite friend.
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
An overnight with the girls? A rainy-day activity? It’s A Bug’s Life in real time! We’ll give you some enormous ideas for filling your supply bag with oversized fun. Perhaps YOU will be the “X” or the “O” for a game of Tic Tac Toe. What about a monstrous game of Backyard Dominoes? Or ginormous Banana-grams? Just think of the possibilities!! Join us for some gigantic laughs and see just how creative we can be when we play larger-than-life-sized games!
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
Workshop C: 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Snack, play cards, sleep, hike, make new friends, relax….the choice is yours.
We will take unused or out of date wall calendars with beautiful pictures on good stock paper and make small to medium size boxes that can be used for gift presenting, collecting items, or a pretty thing to look at! Your Girl Scouts of all ages will love this adaptable item!
Supplies: Presenter will have some supplies, but feel to bring your own scissors, calendars, or paper stock. Scrapbooking paper is great and I’ll have a supply of calendars to choose from as well.
We will make quilted hearts for I Found A Quilted Heart (IFAQH.com) – a random act of kindness project and talk about other service projects that our troop and our service unit have done. We would love to hear more about service projects that you have done with your Scouts – feel free to bring examples or photos.
Skill Level: Participants should be able to hand sew such as making simple seam and sew on a button.
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.
Take a hike around beautiful Camp Wind in the Pines and explore the hidden treasures.
Supplies: Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Take a spin around the pond with as much or as little instruction as you’d like. Enjoy the lovely sunshine and autumn colors on this lovely little lake in America’s Home Town.
Supplies Needed: Canoes, paddles, and life jackets will be provided and are required to be worn. You are welcome to bring your own if you have them.
Workshop C: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Snack, play cards, sleep, hike, make new friends, relax….the choice is yours.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
Have you ever wanted to try yoga? Now is the time! A basic yoga class will be provided with a focus on stretching, breathing, and meditation. You can use this yoga practice with your Girl Scouts!
Supplies Needed: Please bring a towel or yoga mat, wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes.
Prairie points stitched to a round base make wonderful stars to enjoy on a tree during the holidays. Fall fabric and buttons will be used for the stars. They will also be fun hung just about anywhere around the house. Make them for yourself, or give as gifs.
Supplies Needed: Everyone should bring a pair of scissors for cutting fabric.
SORRY! THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL. Please join us for one of our other fabulous workshops!
We will be crocheting octopuses with curly legs for premature babies in the NICU. The legs resemble the umbilical cord and are comforting for the babies to grab onto. All levels of ability are welcome. Beginners will be taught this easy pattern.
Supplies: Presenter will provide all needed supplies.