Girl Scout Troop 4601
October 2014
Troop Notes
A big welcome to our new Brownie, Anna Kate!
We have been learning about all things camping! In September, we covered general rules, safety, first aid, camp meals, and packing for camp. This month we will be covering campfire safety, campfire songs, kapers (camp chores), and minimal impact camping. Our overnight trip is October 25-26. We are staying in a lodge at Camp Dorothy Thomas, a Girl Scout owned camp in Riverview. We will be carpooling from the Roberts Academy, and parents are not required to attend. Please let troop leaders know if your daughter will or will not be attending. A final packing list and logistical info will be sent home (and emailed) at our October 15 troop meeting.
Packing for Camp
Below is a suggested packing list for camp. Please allow girls to pack their own things (with help as needed). This is part of the "learning to be independent and responsible for your things" process! Girls may not bring electronics, cell phones, perfume/make up, hair dryers/curling irons, candy/gum, or expensive personal items. Label all items, if possible. Comfortable, closed toe walking shoes, and weather-appropriate clothes that can get dirty, must be worn at all times. Please do not go out and spend a lot of money on any suggested items: improvise, borrow, or let troop leaders know if you need something and we can probably help!
Small Day Pack or Fanny Pack
Lip balm
Personal First Aid Kit (that we made in our meeting)
Flashlight
Rain Poncho
Hat or bandana
Insect Repellent (preferably non-aerosol)
Sunscreen (preferably non-aerosol)
Refillable water bottle
Overnight Pack
Sleeping bag or sheet/blanket, and small pillow
Long pants and sweatshirt for evening
1 complete change of clothes for next day
Pajamas
Personal grooming items (toothbrush, toothpaste, hair brush, soap, deodorant, etc.)
Small towel
Bandana or hair ties (hair must be pulled back around campfire)
Mess kit (plastic or metal plate, utensils, bowl/mug) with mesh bag to hang dry; lingerie bag works great
Bag for dirty laundry
One food item to share with troop (will be assigned by troop leaders on Oct 15)
Optional Items
Small stuffed toy for sleeping
Small game or deck of cards
Book/journal
Medication, sanitary items (please inform troop leaders about these needs)
Badge Work
Campfire Songs
Fall & Winter Program Guide
Upcoming Dates & Events
Oct 1- Troop Meeting (Powder Puff Derby** registrations due- optional event)
Oct 4 (Sat)- Confetti Fun Run, 10-11:30 am**
Oct 11 (Sat)- Pumpkin Painting, 10 am-12 pm**
Oct 12 (Sun)- Roller Derby, 5 pm**
Oct 15- Troop Meeting
Oct 25-26- Camping Overnight
Oct 31- Trick or Treat with Kappa Deltas @ FSU (still TBD)
Nov 8 (Sat)- Powder Puff Derby, 10 am-1 pm**
**Lakeland Girl Scouts Community Events (optional)- flyers were sent home/emailed
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Troop Leaders
Trish Goodwin
863-701-3336 (call or text)
Tekla Ericson
863-559-4174 (call or text)