Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont
LEADERFEST
Saturday, January 10
Register by December 18- registration opens September 30!
RING IN THE NEW
YEAR WITH US!
JOIN US FOR SOME FUN!
Grab your hat and join the fun! Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont offers Girl Scout volunteers
not one, not two, but three A.W.E.S.O.M.E. (Adult Workshops Everywhere. Sleep Overnight. Meet Everyone) Retreats during the year. Whether you need to complete a “license,” want to broaden your skills in
arts and crafts or outdoor knowledge or are looking for an opportunity to beneﬁt from the gold mine of
other volunteers’ experience, you WILL want to join us! You can choose to come for a day or for a
weekend, to stay close to home or explore a camp that’s new to you- or do it all!
Trainfest, Leaderfest and Leaderee are designed for Girl Scout volunteers and are planned and
implemented by council volunteers. We’ll roll out information for each event around the time the
previous event registration closes, so there is always an A.W.E.S.O.M.E. Retreat available to you!
• Leaderfest, January 10, 2015 at Camp Ginger Cascades, Lenoir
• Leaderee, May 1-3, 2015 at Keyauwee Program Center, Sophia
• Trainfest, 2015 date TBD (generally held the third weekend in October), Camp Pisgah
What you need to know for Leaderfest...
REGISTRATION PROCESS: Volunteers can register themselves online via E-Biz starting September 30.
Expect an immediate e-mail response telling you your registration has been processed. Registration is
also available using theenclosed registration form and either mail, fax or hand deliver to your nearest
service center. Please allow a few days for paper registrations to be processed. Registration deadline is
December 18. Early bird registration and scholarship request deadline is December 5.
CONFIRMATIONS: About two weeks to 10 days before the event, you will receive a conﬁrmation packet
with directions to camp, emergency phone numbers, what to bring, when to arrive and more! If your
packet does not arrive, contact [email protected] to request a replacement.
REFUNDS: Refunds are granted up until the date registration closes. After that date, we encourage you
to ﬁnd a substitute to take your place.
SPECIAL NEEDS: Indicate special needs when registering.
Dietary and health accommodations and shuttle service
are available.
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2015 Leaderfest
Ring in the New Year
January 10, 2015
Camp Ginger Cascades, Lenoir
Leaderfest Agenda
Session Times
8:30-10:10 a.m.
Session 1 Classes
10:30 a.m.12:10 p.m.
Session 2 Classes
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:45-3:25 p.m.
Session 3 Classes
3:45-5:30 p.m.
Session 4 Classes
The registration deadline
is December 18.
Register by the Early Bird deadline
of December 5 and save $10!
Friday Evening Option: Participants may come to camp on
Friday evening and spend the night . Lodging will be in camp
units with heated space. If you would like to spend the night
at camp, you must indicate your intent on your registration
form. Of course, this year, Sing in the New Year will be going
on Friday and would be a wonderful way to spend your
evening making new friends and learning Girl Scout songs.
Saturday Details: Check-in begins at 8 a.m. Plan to arrive
about 30 minutes early to check-in and enjoy a light
breakfast with friends. At check-in, you will receive your
schedule, class locations and a camp map. Our day
together ends at 5:30 p.m. unless you plan to stay for Sing in
the New Year.
Lunch: Lunch will be served in the dining hall from 12:301:30 p.m. If you have special dietary needs, please indicate
them on the registration form so that you may enjoy lunch
with all of us. Tea, coffee and water will be available
throughout the day. All participants are welcome to bring
their own lunch or snacks if they prefer.
What is LEADERFEST?
Well, it is a one-day fun, casual and
relaxing A.W.E.S.O.M.E. event for
volunteers- whether you are a volunteer
working with girls, other youth groups or
even adults. There are no opening or
closing ceremonies, no gifts to bring and
no special dress. Just a chance to sit back,
enjoy yourself and make new friends! You
can also extend your weekend by staying
overnight Friday and/or Saturday at camp.
New this year is a change of season. While
we have traditionally held Leaderfest in
the fall, we’ve decided to enjoy this
relaxing event after the holidays!
Christmas is over, your Girl Scout year is
well underway and it’s time to sit back and
re-invigorate yourself for the rest of the
year.
Also new this year, Sing In the New Year, an
annual tradition, will be held at Camp
Ginger Cascades this same weekend. It
is a weekend long sing-in for adults and a
Saturday activity for girls. Childcare will be
provided for school-age children of
Leaderfest attendees for a small fee. See
E-biz, starting September 30, or www.
girlscoutsp2p.org/awesome-retreats for
more information and registration
information.
Please remember that Leaderfest is an
adult learning event and retreat for our
adult Girl Scout volunteers over the age
of 18. There is no child care available for
infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers.
Leaderfest also offers you an opportunity
to give back to the community and take
advantage for some good deals. Look for
more information in your conﬁrmation
letter about our Dollar Table, our camp
weekend auction and also our service
project.
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The Ed Whitmire Scholarship Fund
Ed Whitmire was a dedicated trainer for both the Pisgah and Hornets’ Nest Girl Scout
councils for many years. After his death in 2005, the Ed Whitmire Scholarship Fund
was created in his honor, as a way of continuing his work of training and inspiring adult
Girl Scout volunteers.
Each year, the fund is fed and nurtured by fundraising at our three A.W.E.S.O.M.E. Retreats. If you have
donated or purchased items offered at the auctions at these events, YOU are helping to continue Ed’s work.
If you need assistance and request a scholarship in order to attend these or other training events, then you
are also helping continue his legacy.
Please don’t let ﬁnancial issues keep you from the fun, fellowship and training available to you here at
GSCP2P! Submit the scholarship application with your Leaderfest registration. (Scholarship requests
must be made by December 5.) The form can be found here under The Ed Whitmire Scholarship tab: www.
girlscoutsp2p.org/training-overview.
What classes should I choose?
There really is no “should” when it comes to course selection- you are free to select the classes you like.
The icons below will appear beside the course descriptions to help clarify requirements for completing
licenses.
COOK OUT LICENSE
CAMP LICENSE
FIRST AIDER
GETTING STARTED
Required for ﬁres,
outdoor cooking at
council camps
(Pre-requisite:
Overnight License)
Required for tent
camping or camping on
non-council property
(OVernight and Cook
Out License prerequisites)
Required for many
activities including
camping and travel
Not required, but
recommended to help
with basic skills and
knowledge for a smoothrunning troop
Fire Building
Outdoor Cooking
Tenting
Child and Adult CPR
First Aid
Too many to list!
Everything from
Ceremonies to
roundtable “Dear Daisy”
discussions to highest
awards!
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Leaderfest: Session 1 Classes
8:30-10:10 a.m.
LF 1.1: CEREMONIES
Ceremonies have always been a big part of Girl
Scouting. We love to recognize accomplishments.
Learn about ceremonies for special days, special
awards, bridging and Girl Scouts Own ceremonies.
Learn to use a handy card game to help get the
girls involved in planning ceremonies and
understand why they are important.
Fee: None
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 1.2: WAGGGS
Learn about our World Association of Girl Guides
and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS), goals and activities,
and the four World Centers from a USA WAGGGS
committee member of Friends of WAGGGS. You
will leave this class wanting to travel to the World
Centers.
Fee: None
Min/Max: 6-20
LF 1.3: DECO MESH WREATHS
Learn to use that wonderful “deco mesh” to make
a beautiful wreath that you can enjoy again and
again. Explore the possibilities of wreaths for
every season and occasion.
Fee: $17
Min/Max: 4-10
LF 1.4: WINE GLASS CANDLE HOLDERS
Make a candle holder out of a wine glass! You will
be able to use this all year long – just change up
the inserts. You may even be able to use it in a Girl
Scout ceremony! Bring a hot glue gun.
Fee: $5
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 1.5: FIRST AID
A First Aider is required when troops participate in
many activities. In this class you will earn a twoyear First Aid certiﬁcate.
Fee: $15
Min/Max: 6-12
Leaderfest: Session 2 Classes
10:30 a.m.- 12:10 p.m.
LF 2.1: DESTINATIONS AND MONEY MAKERS
Our experienced world traveler will share moneymaking ideas to make travel experiences,
including Girl Scout destinations, affordable for
all.
Fee: None
Min/Max: 6-20
LF 2.2 BIRTHPLACE BOUND
Juliette Gordon Low founded Girl Scouts in
Savannah, GA, and we are so fortunate to be only
a six-hour car ride away. Learn about the Girl
Scout Heritage visit at Juliettes’ birthplace and
other activities in Savannah from a leader who has
made this trip many times.
Fee: None
Min/Max: 6-20
LF 2.3 DEAR DAISY
A roundtable discussion group for leaders who
have questions for experienced leaders. Get the
real scoop from those who have lots of
experience under their belt.
Fee: None
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 2.4 THINKING DAY CRAFTS
Thinking Day is an annual event for Girl Scouts to
learn about the world and different cultures. You
will learn some crafts that help to bring home the
Thinking Day message in a fun and crafty way.
Fee: $3
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 2.5 CPR
Child and adult CPR are required when troops
participate in strenuous activities. In addition, it
is an excellent skill to have in any situation. Earn a
two-year CPR certiﬁcate in this class.
Fee: $35
Min/Max: 6-12
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Leaderfest: Session 3 Classes
1:45-3:25 p.m.
LF 3.1: CAMP LICENSE UPDATE
If it has been more than ﬁve years since you
earned your Camping License, it’s time to update!
This three-hour class, which extends into Session
4 classes, will bring you up-to-date and also teach
skills that may not have been taught in your
original class. Pre-requisite are the two Be Safe,
Be Ready courses: Girl Planning and Outings and
Overnights (which you can ﬁnd on our council
website by clicking the owl icon at the top of the
homepage). You must bring proof of completion
of these online courses.
Please note: You must also register for LF 4.1:
Camp License Update, Part 2.
Fee: $2
Min/Max: 5-12
LF 3.2: TECHBRIDGE SAMPLER
Are you interested in learning about the
Techbridge program and how to facilitate this
program for your girls? Here’s your chance to
learn about the Techbridge boxes and how to
work with your girls through hands-on activities
and career opportunities. During this class, you
will get a chance to try some of the activities. Gain
some tips on how to set up the career exploration
activities and related ﬁeld trips.
Please note: You must also register for LF 4.2:
Techbridge, Part 2.
Fee: $8
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 3.4: SWAPS
Special Whatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned
Somewhere! A Girl Scout tradition! But who
doesn’t need some new ideas for SWAPS? Come
away inspired with more ideas for this wonderful
tradition.
Fee: $2
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 3.5: HAIRBOWS & ACCESSORIES
Hair ribbons can be fun, economical items that
your girls will enjoy making and wearing, but that
can also be used as a fundraiser for your troop.
Fee: $2
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 3.6: BLING YOUR COOKIE BOOTH
Cookie booths are a great way to boost your
troop’s cookie sales. And of course, you want to
bling your booth to catch the attention of your
customers and have some fun doing it.
Fee: $3
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 3.7: GEOCACHE
Can you ﬁnd a hidden cache using a GPS device?
Take this class and you will ﬁnd out why it is such
a popular hobby for many and a great activity to
share with our girls. This class will take you outside
so dress for the outdoor temperatures!
Please note: You must also register for LF 4.7:
Geocache, Part 2.
Fee: $1
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 3.3: BRING ON THE BRONZE
Get ready to help your Juniors earn their Girl
Scout Bronze Award. You will learn the ins and
outs of the Bronze Award process, the difference
between service and Take Action projects and
what paperwork is required, as well get answers to
deadline and money questions.
Fee: None
Min/Max: 6-12
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Leaderfest: Session 4 Classes
3:45-5:30 p.m.
LF 4.1: CAMP LICENSE UPDATE, PART 2
LF 4.2: TECHBRIDGE SAMPLER, PART 2
LF 4.3: RUBBER BAND LOOM CRAFTS
Are your girls crazy over those rubber band
looms? Want to learn so you can incorporate this
popular craft into your activities? Join us for the
basics and some other tricks of the trade.
Fee: $2
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 4.4: RECYCLED ART
Back by popular demand – see what our recycled
art guru has for us this year. Use your resources
wisely ! If you are a typical leader, you have saved
stuff that you just know you will use sometime. Or
ﬁnd out what you should be saving now.
Fee: None
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 4.5: PVC MAKE-IT, TAKE-IT
What can’t you make with PVC tubing? Come see
some of these ingenious gizmos and build one to
take with you.
Fee: $10
Min/Max: 4-8
LF 4.6: HIGHEST AWARDS DISCUSSION GROUP
Come out to discuss Girl Scout leadership awardsBrownie Spark, Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards will
all be included. Bring any questions that you have
and brainstorm with others to come up with ideas
to take back to your troop.
Fee: $2
Min/Max: 6-12
LF 4.7: GEOCACHE, PART 2
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2015 Leaderfest: Ring in the New Year
Registration Form
Please use one form per person. Early bird registration deadline is December 5. Final registration
deadline is December 18. Remember you can register online using E-biz, starting September 30, at
www.girlscoutsp2p.org.
Name: ___________________________________________________________
Payment Details
Address:_________________________________________________________
$ __________ Registration Fee (Early Bird
City, State, Zip: ____________________________________________________
registration fee is $20 before December 5. After
December 5, the registration fee is $30)
Service Unit: ___________________________________ Troop #: ___________
Phone (H): ______________________ Phone (C): _______________________
E-mail: ___________________________________________________________
Are you a:
_____ (event) committee member?
+ $__________ First Choice Class/Supply Fee
- $__________ Subtract Amount Requested
on Adult Learning Scholarship Form
$__________ Total Amount Enclosed
Payment Method
_____ (event) consultant/instructor?
Cash (do not send in mail)
$______________
_____ attending Sing in the New Year?
Check (payable to GSCP2P)
$______________
$______________
Check all that apply:
Credit Card

VISA

Discover
Leaderfest Instructor
Leaderfest Committee
Volunteer - New
Volunteer - Returning
I will need transportation assistance to/from workshops.
I will spend the night on Friday.
Arrival Time: _____________________________
I would like the vegetarian lunch option.
Other medical, dietary needs or concerns
Name on Card: _______________________________
Account Number: _____________________________
CVV-code: ____________________ _______________
(3 digits on back of card)
Expiration Date
Signature: __________________
_______________
Required for all credit cardholders
Date
Registration Options
Register
Online
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Requesting a scholarship?
Submit a hard copy registration form
with the scholarship application. Scholarship
requests must be made by December 5.
The form can be found
at www.girlscoutsp2p.org/forms.
Master Card
American Express
Register
through mail
or in person
Register
through fax
Register via
e-mail
For immediate registration
conﬁrmation, please
register through E-biz,
starting September 30, at
www.girlscoutsp2p.
org (Visa, Master Card,
American Express and
Discover are accepted
online)
Return registration form
with registration fee
to: 530 4th Street SW,
Hickory, NC 28602
Fax registration form with
credit card payment to :
828-328-6870, attn: Lana
Hodgson
Complete a hard copy of
the registration form, scan
and send to registrar@
girlscoutsp2p.org.
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2015 Leaderfest: Ring in the New Year
Registration Form
Please mark your ﬁrst and second choice using the Leaderfest Class Schedule as a reference. If a class is
two-part session, please register for both!
Session I Classes - 8:30-10:10 a.m.
Course ID and Name
Choice #
1.1 - Ceremonies
_________
Session 3 Choices - 1:45-3:25 p.m.
Fee
Course ID and Name
Choice #
Fee
3.1 - Camp License Update
_________
$2
_________
$8
(also select LF 4.1)
1.2 - WAGGGS
_________
3.2 - Techbridge Sampler
(also select LF 4.2)
1.3 - Deco Mesh Wreath
_________
$17
3.3 - Bring on the Bronze
_________
1.4 - Wine Glass Candle Holders
_________
$5
3.4 - SWAPS
_________
$2
1.5 - First Aid
_________
$15
3.5 - Hairbows & Accessories
_________
$2
3.6 -Bling Your Cookie Booth
_________
$3
3.7 - Geocache
_________
$1
(also select LF 4.7)
Session 2 Classes - 10:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.
Course ID and Name
Choice #
Fee
2.1 - Destinations & Money Makers _________
Session 4 Choices - 3:45-5:30 p.m.
2.2 - Birthplace Bound
_________
2.3 - Dear Daisy
_________
2.4 - Thinking Day Crafts
_________
$3
2.5 - CPR
_________
$35
Course ID and Name
Choice #
Fee
4.1 -Camp License Update, Part 2 _________
4.2 - Techbridge Sampler, Part 2
_________
4.3 - Rubberband Loom Crafts
_________
4.4 - Recycled Art
_________
4.5 - PVC Make-It, Take-It
_________
$10
4.6 - Highest Awards Discussion
_________
$2
4.7 -Geocache, Part 2
_________
$2
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Stock up on Girl Scout merchandise!
The camp trading post will be open at speciﬁc times during the weekend
of Leaderfest. A mobile shop will also be open during lunch!
Bring cash, checkbook or credit card and go shopping for you
or your favorite Girl Scout at home! You can also place orders in the
council shops and arrange a delivery to the event.
ALL ABOUT SWAPS
SWAPS are a fun part of all the A.W.E.S.O.M.E. events! Don’t miss out!
SWAPS are inexpensive, small items or tiny crafts that Girl Scouts give as gifts or trade with old
and new friends for remembrance. They may be store-bought or hand made. SWAPS etiquette
requires that you make a one-on-one contact to make a new friend or renew your friendship with
an old friend- it’s more than swapping items! SWAPS may be shared throughout the event as you
meet new friends and see your old friends at workshops or on the trails. These tips will help you
create and share SWAPS!
SWAPS TIPS
♥ SWAPS shouldn’t be edible — no cookies or candies. Skunks, mice and even bears like
edible SWAPS!
♥ Include your name, e-mail address, etc. on your SWAP so your new friends can reach
you.
♥ SWAPS frequently have pins so they may be worn on a hat, sash, ribbon or jacket,
although they can also be patches, necklaces, bracelets...
♥ SWAPS may depict the theme of the event, represent one of your interests, share
something about your hometown- the sky is the limit!
♥ Be courteous! Swap with everyone. It’s nice to give SWAPS to someone who doesn’t
have any to trade.
♥ Carry extra SWAPS so no one is left out. We recommend 50-100 SWAPS.
♥ Forgot your SWAPS? Swap a hug!
♥ Always say thank you!
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