For more information or reservations, call the Service Center: 423-877-2688 or 1-800-446-2472

e-mail: info@mbgsc.org

For Career Opportunities with the Girl Scouts of Moccasin Bend Council click here

NEW PATCH PROGRAM - "Coat of Many Colors"
The Coat of Many Colors patch is now available. Please
note, however, that the patch is on order and it will be approximately 4-6
weeks before the patch is actually in the Tanasi Council Shop. The cost is $1.50 per
patch. The patch requirements can be found at:
http://www.tanasi.org/content/view/63209/348/

Summertime activities at Chester Frost Park

Download flier.

SONGWRITING CAMP FOR GIRLS (AND WOMEN TOO)

Download flier.

MakOak Street Playhouse Announces Fall Puppet Performance

"An Americat in Paris"

Go with Billy Bob, an Alabama alley cat as he experiences the culture of Paris, France. Laugh and sing along as you meet the Hunchcat of Notre Dame, the Kitty Kat Can-Can dancers, inspector Clawseau and many other amusing characters. Performances and times are September 25 at 7:30, September 26 and 27 at 2:00, October 2 at 7:30, October 3 and 4 at 2:00. Scouts are admitted at the discounted rate of $5.00 per ticket. Group leaders are admitted free. To help earn theater merit badges we also offer backstage tours at no additional charge. Please call 756-2428 to place your troop’s reservation.

Make summer a blast with BirdSleuth!

Dear Friend,

Are you looking for new, low-cost activities for your camp, nature center, scouting troop, homeschool, or youth program? I hope you’ll consider the BirdSleuth curriculum developed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.

The first module, BirdSleuth: Most Wanted Birds, contains fun, easy lessons with activities that teach children how to identify birds and collect observations that can be reported to the Cornell Lab and used in scientific studies. The curriculum comes with everything you need to help children make an important connection with nature—perhaps for the first time.

Each flexible, easy-to-use lesson in BirdSleuth is geared toward upper elementary and middle-school students. Youngsters learn how to identify birds and to really appreciate nature’s diversity in their own neighborhoods. Your kids will ask and answer their own questions about birds—true scientific inquiry achieved through engaging activities and a healthy dose of fresh air.

Each module comes with lesson plans, a student journal, a resource DVD, and more. To learn more about BirdSleuth: Most Wanted Birds, or any of the curriculum modules, visit www.BirdSleuth.net or drop me an email. I’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have. I've also attached a PDF flier about BirdSleuth for you.

I hope you’ll use BirdSleuth to create a strong bond between children and nature and perhaps spark a lifelong interest in birds. Happy summer birding!

Sincerely,

Jennifer Fee
BirdSleuth director
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
(607) 254-2403
birdsleuth@cornell.edu
The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is a membership institution interpreting and conserving the earth's biological diversity through research, education, and citizen science focused on birds. Visit our web site at www.birds.cornell.edu.

Help Us Shape the Future of Leader Magazine

In April we announced the Girl Scouts Leader Magazine Survey. We have now extended thesurvey deadline and have added a prize to the raffle. Please give a few minutes of your time to answer the questions in the Girl Scouts Leader Magazine Survey.

Let your adult members know that the survey is available on our Web site or send them the link. GSUSA staff is also eligible for the raffle. If you’ve already submitted the survey, there’s no need to take it again. To take the survey, click here.

You will automatically be entered into a raffle for a free tour of Europe or a new Singer®sewing machine!

For information and to provide feedback, please contact: bchristie@girlscouts.org.

Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians Names Chief Executive Officer


Koxville, Tennessee (June 1, 2009): Girl Scouts announces the appointment of Booth Kammann as the chief executive officer of the new Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians. The council merges Girl Scouts of Tanasi, Appalachian and Moccasin Bend councils effective October 1, 2009. The new council will serve more than 20,000 girls and 7,000 volunteers from Southwest Virginia to Northwest Georgia.

Kammann is an attorney with the Kaousias Firm in Knoxville, Tennessee. She previously held management positions for a decade at Holrob Commercial Realty LLC, in Knoxville, Tennessee, and is a licensed real estate broker in both Tennessee and Kentucky.

“I am so excited to become part of Girl Scouting at this moment in the movement's great history,” said Kammann. “Our communities, our region and our world face many challenges in a rapidly changing landscape. Girls bring a unique perspective to the concept and purpose of leadership and have a strong desire to make the world a better place. Girl Scouting provides girls with the opportunity to discover and develop skills, to connect with each other and to take action to benefit the world around them.”

Kammann’s community involvements include:
Serving as board president for Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee
Serving on multiple committees for the United Way of Greater Knoxville
Leadership Knoxville class of 2006 member
Nucleus Knoxville member and past president
University of Tennessee College of Law Alumni Advisory Council member
University of Tennessee Chancellor’s Associates class of 2011 member
2007 Inaugural Class of ’40 Under 40’ – Knoxville News Sentinel

The Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians council realignment committee approved Kammann as chief executive officer of the Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians based on the recommendation of a CEO search committee on May 15. She officially begins her position July 1.

“The search committee had a large field of qualified candidates from all over the United States,” said Celeste Huffman Herbert, board chair for the search committee. “Booth was chosen due to her unique experience in management, finance and corporate transitions, as well as non-profit experience. She is committed to the vision of Girl Scouts and helping girls grow strong.”

The three merging councils are currently headquartered in Knoxville, Chattanooga and Johnson City. Knoxville will be central headquarters for the new council. Council staffs have been working together since 2007 to prepare for the merger and are committed to finding the best ways to meet the needs of girls—whether they live in metropolitan or rural areas. The new council will maintain service centers throughout its jurisdiction for the convenience of volunteers and girls.

At the direction of Girl Scouts of the USA, more than 300 Girl Scout councils are realigning into 109 high-capacity councils. These councils will be better positioned to serve communities and create more opportunities for girls through more effective use of resources.

About Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.
Girl Scouts of the USA is the world’s largest organization dedicated to helping girls build character and gain skills for success. Founded in 1912 by Juliette Gordon Low, Girl Scout membership has grown from 18 girls meeting in Savannah, Georgia, to nearly 4 million worldwide.

TAKE THIS COOKIE INCENTIVES SURVEY

http://GirlScoutSurveys.com/Councils/GSTAN

DAY & TWILIGHT CAMPS ANNOUNCED.

This list will be updated as information is received. tc "Watch our website (www.mbgsc.org) for an updated list as it becomes available."

JUNE

Cherokee: Athens, 105 County Road 555, June 8-9 & 11-12 (5:30-8:30pm) and Sat., June 13 (10am-2pm), $20, Vickie Hall (746-2836 or 506-7330).

Nancy Ward: Cleveland, Johnston Woods in Bradley County (3 bus stops around Cleveland), June 8-11 (9am-3pm), $45, Bethany Flatt (479-3722).

Hiwassee: Rhea County location tba, June 15-16 & 18-19. Contact Pat Ormond at 877-2688 Ext. 211.

Awahila: E. Brainerd, Christ United Meth. Church, June 22-26 (9am-2pm), $45 ($10 discount for siblings before deadline), Jennifer Dobler (316-9092). Download Registration Form.tc "Awahila\: E. Brainerd, Christ United Meth. Church, June 22-26 (9am-2pm), $45 ($10 discount for siblings before deadline), Jennifer Dobler (316-9092). "

Chataugua Twilight Camp: Red Bank, St. Luke's United Methodist Church (chalet), $30 which includes dinner, event patches/badges, and craft supplies. (June 22-23 & 25-26 from 5:30-8:30pm), Peggy Eagle (870-9722).

Tejas: Dunlap United Methodist Church, June 29-July 1. Contact Emily Wilson at 877-2688 Ext. 216.tc "Cherokee\: Athens, 105 County Road 555, June 8-9 & 11-12 (5\:30-8\:30pm) and Sat., June 13 (10am-2pm), $20, Vickie Hall (746-2836 or 506-7330). "

JULY

Seneca:Seneca (E. Ridge/Brainerd) Summer Camp Details have been finalized!
“Agents of Healthy Lifestyles” Camp: During this camp, girls will explore activities and foods that can be enjoyed throughout their lifetimes and shared with their families and peers. Activities will include team sports, field games, outdoor skills, nutrition experiments, exercise, and dance. Experts in these fields will help lead girls in their exploration, and to impart their knowledge of and passion for the topics. Girls will also be given the opportunity to explore career possibilities related to the activities they participate in. A major component will be in challenging girls to lead their families and friends in healthy lifestyles, using knowledge gained from their camp experience.
Dates: July 6 – 9, 2009 (Mon. – Thurs.); Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm; Location: Brainerd United Methodist Church
Cost: $30 for Girl Scouts / $42 for Non-Girl Scouts; Deadline to Register: Mon. June 29, 2009.
Download Registration Form.

Seminole/Lake Village: Hwy. 58, Booker T. Washington St. Park, July 13-17 (5:30-9:00pm), fee tba, Sherry Bowie (510-9253) or Doneda Harris (757-0377 w).tc "Seminole/Lake Village\: Hwy. 58, Booker T. Washington St. Park, July 13-17 (5\:30-9\:00pm), fee tba, Sherry Bowie (510-9253) or Doneda Harris (757-0377 w)."

tc "Nancy Ward\: Cleveland, Johnston Woods in Bradley County (3 bus stops around Cleveland), June 8-11 (9am-3pm), $45, Bethany Flatt (479-3722). "Vallihi: Hixson/Soddy Daisy, location and fee tba, July 13, 14, 16 and 17 from 6-9pm. Contact Amanda Merideth (877-2688 ext. 232).

Mtn. Laurel: Bledsoe County Fair Grounds, July 27-30. Contact Emily Wilson at 877-2688 Ext. 216.tc "Vallihi\: Hixson/Soddy Daisy, location and fee tba, July 13, 14, 16 and 17 from 6-9pm. Contact Amanda Merideth (877-2688 ext. 232)."

VARIOUS DATES

Betsy Pack: Once a month day camp—Jasper on June 20 (6-8pm) at Marion County Park, Whitwell on July 18 (1-4pm) at Whitwell Church of Christ, S. Pittsburg on Aug. 7 (8pm-6am) at South Pittsburg High School. Contact Emily Wilson at 877-2688 Ext. 216.

tc "Betsy Pack\: Once a month day camp—Jasper in June, Whitwell in July, S. Pitts. in Aug. Dates, times, location & fee tba. Contact Emily Wilson at 877-2688 Ext. 216."tc "Tejas\: Dunlap United Methodist Church, June 29-May 1. Contact Emily Wilson at 877-2688 Ext. 216."

tc "Mtn. Laurel\:Bledsoe County Fair Grounds, July 27-30, 9m-3pm. Contact Emily Wilson at 877-2688 Ext. 216."

tc "Hiwassee\: Rhea County location tba, June 15-16 & 18-19. Contact Pat Ormond at 877-2688 Ext. 211."

Is it the right time?

Girls, check this out.

www.isittherighttime.com

Girl Scout Council Realignment News

Read all about the process of merging the Moccasin Bend Council with Tanasi and Appalachian councils which will be completed by Sept. 30, 2009.
http://www.tanasi.org/content/blogcategory/79/305

Summer will be here soon...

Have you made your plans? Don't forget about our Special 2 for 1 offer on 2009 Adventures or Custom Trips, when you sign up with a buddy. Trip registration deadline is approaching, but there are still spots left.

Check out Nomad's recent news article in Enjoy magazine:http://blog.al.com/enjoy/2009/04/giving_teens_a_sense_of_accomp.html

If you're in the area, we hope you'll visit our booth for information, a raffle, and of course... Chocolate Chirp Cricket Cookies.
Meet Nomad at the 16th Annual Covenant Christian Academy Curriculum FairSaturday, April 18, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.Willowbrook Baptist Church Gym
7625 Bailey Cove Road, Huntsville, AL

You may also find us on Facebook. Check it out and join our group, Nomad Backcountry Adventures.

Meg Letson, Co-director & Guide, 802.376.9603
meg@nomadbackcountryadventures.com
www.NomadBackcountryAdventures.com

Program Partner Nomad's 2008 Summer Trips

Nomad's 2009 Summer Trips are now posted at www.NomadBackcountryAdventures.com.

Also check out the exciting custom trip options, including a brand new adventure, Two Talladega Nights, in Alabama's Talladega National Forest.

Registration deadline is April 15, and Early Birds who sign up by February 15 receive a 10% trip discount.

Kids in the Kitchen

Families with children 12 & under are invited to participate in this fun event presented by the Junior Leage. Read more about it.

* Watch this video and learn about the benefits of the Girl Scout Leadership experience.

http://www.girlscouts.org/gsle/

GIRL SCOUT URBAN LEGENDS
Read the myths and the realities about "Journeys."

Download Myth Busters.

Camp Adahi to be Protected!
In a press release from the Office of the Governor, State of Georgia, it was announced on July 11, 2008 that 740 acres of Camp Adahi will be permanently protected through the purchase of a conservation easement. The easement will be held by the Lookout Mountain Conservancy and will allow for the continued use of 100 acres as a Girl Scout camp while permanently prohibiting development of the remainder of the property. Read the release.

Shop On-Line
You can shop for Girl Scout uniforms and handbooks in our on-line Council Shop. Purchase the items you need with a credit card while in the comfort of your own home, and the items will be shipped to you. Visit the Council Shop today, and come back soon as we will be adding more items.