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to Know Us > News Releases Press releases for the media are also posted here as they are released! Community invited to celebrate Earth Day, March 24, 2008 Girl Scout Cookies sold at public locations through April 13, March 12, 2008 Girls invited to a day of 'Mad Science', March 10, 2008 Girl leadership in action celebrated during Girl Scout Week, February 25, 2008 Girl Scout summer camp programs announced, February 18, 2008 Waupaca girls invited to Non-School Day Fun, January 18, 2008 uniquely ME! belly dancing program offered to girls, January 18, 2008 Girl Scout Cookie Program prepares girls for real life, December 17, 2007 Never too late for Eaglet to
soar: Holiday Folk Fair, November 12, 2007 Middle school girls invited to 'Math & Science Rock!', October 24, 2007 Girl Scout annual giving campaign critical to girl programming, October 16, 2007 Girl Scout magazine, candy fundraiser scheduled October 20 – November 4, October 1, 2007 Girl Scout registration dates set, September 4, 2007 Girl Scouts to host second annual Campout Gala, community invited, August 20, 2007 Girl Scouts to host second annual Campout
Gala, July 9, 2007 Girl Scout volunteer opportunities available in Oneida, July 2, 2007 NEWS RELEASE Cost is $2/person. Register by April 11. Through this uniquely ME! The Girl Scout/Dove Self-Esteem Program
sponsored by Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc., girls understand
that building a better community can foster their own self-confidence.
And they are not alone. This spring, Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area,
Inc., join ten other uniquely ME! councils across the country to
partner with colleges in their community doing service projects focused
on improving the environment, collect items for babies, sponsor parental
workshops on the importance of a healthy lifestyle, and collect food for
community food banks.
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Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. join Girl Scout troops around the country to make the world a better place as they celebrate Girl Scout Week from March 9-15 by doing a variety of community service and commemorative activities in honor the occasion. Helping girls discover themselves and how they can impact their communities was something that Juliette Gordon Low, Girls Scouts' founder, had first envisioned. At the time of the organization's founding, when many girls' paths in life were limited to their social standing, Low's vision was to establish an organization where any American girl could expand her personal horizon by having fun, while exploring new interests and contributing to society. Low was determined to help expand opportunities and learning for the average American girl. In the spirit of service, the "Be Your Best from Head to Toe" service project will be going on through the month of March, involving collection of personal care items for local shelters, agencies and organizations in the community. Given the Girl Scout commitment to girl-planning, the project may be carried out differently by troops throughout the council area. Girl Scouts in Kaukauna, Hollandtown and Sherwood will be collecting personal hygiene products during a swim and gymnastics party and donating the items locally. Girl Scouts in Greenville, Hortonville and Shiocton will be hosting a food drive at four elementary schools and donating the items to the Dale Food Pantry. Watch for drop sites and collection dates in your area to help everyone "be their best from head to toe." Girl Scout Sunday (March 9) and Girl Scout Sabbath (March 15) provide special opportunities to reflect on the rich tradition and spiritual foundation of Girl Scouting, while exploring ways to carry out the Girl Scout message into the future. These special days serve as a reminder to renew commitment to Girl Scouting and to encourage every member to spread the Girl Scout message through work and example, to girls everywhere. Girl Scout Week projects are part of a broader initiative by Girl Scouting to help girls lead by example in their communities and in the larger world around them. With leadership development at the organization's core, today's Girl Scouts enjoy vast adventures in self-discovery with activities like extreme sports, international travel, business and economic literacy, science and technology, and mentorships with caring adults. Today Girl Scouts can be found all over the world, reaching girls and their families from suburbia, inner cities, rural America, migrant communities, and overseas locations. "In honor of Girl Scout Week, beginning on March 9 and running through March 15, we thank the supportive residents of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago, and part of Calumet Counties for the volunteer time, donations and goodwill towards Girl Scouting this year. With your support, we are able to continue to offer girls of the Fox River area the encouragement, coaching and resources they need to develop their leadership skills," said Fran Raley, CEO for Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. The mission of Girl Scouts is to build girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts of the USA is the world's preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls, with a membership of more than 3.7 million girls and adults. Log on to www.girlscouts.org for more information. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting in the area for 88 years and serves over 8,000 girl and adult members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago, and a portion of Calumet. For more information, log on to www.gsfra.org or call 800-924-1211 or 920-734-4559.
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NEWS RELEASE Date: Contact: Girl Scout summer camp programs announced Camp Winnecomac day camp, Kaukauna, WI, is for girls ages 4 - 12. Weekly programs focus on horseback riding, drama, water activities, science, and nature. Some sessions feature optional overnights. All day camp sessions last five days and run Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., beginning June 9. Individual day sessions are also available. Camp Birch Trails resident camp, Irma, WI, (north of Wausau) is for girls ages 6 - 17. Camp Birch Trails offers wilderness tripping, canoe, backpack, sea kayak, and bike sessions. Sports, dance, art, and horses are a few of the camp programs offered. Resident camp sessions run 4, 6, 13, and 21 days, beginning June 15. According to the American Camping Association (ACA), parents cite the following as the most important reasons for sending their children to camp:
"Our camp programs are based on what girls want," said Erin Dunlavy, program and property director for Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. "The camp experience incorporates social skills development, self-respect, character building, and community living/service skills." All girls are invited to attend. Bus transportation to and from camp is included. For non-members, there is a $10 membership fee that is due when registering. This $10 membership fee allows girls to participate in all Girl Scout programs offered throughout the year, in addition to the actual event fee. Financial assistance is available. Camp Birch Trails and day camp programs are accredited by the ACA, a national community of camp professionals that are dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults through the camp experience. ACA is the only organization that accredits all types of camps based upon 300 national standards for health and safety. Camp Birch Trails is operated in collaboration with Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. and the Birch Trails Girl Scout Council. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting
in the area for 88 years. The council serves over 8,000 girl and adult
members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago,
and a portion of Calumet. Detailed camp brochures are available by calling
Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. at 920-734-7069 or 800-924-1211,
ext. 30 or logging onto www.gsfra.org/camp
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NEWS RELEASE - End - NEWS RELEASE Girls in grades 4 - 6 are invited to experience the art of belly dancing
and expand their knowledge of the Middle Eastern culture at Belly Dancing
II on Saturday, February 9 from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. at the Girl Scout Program
Center in Appleton. Cost is $5. You do not need to be a Girl Scout to
attend. Registration is due by February 1. Call 920-734-4559 or visit
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The public anticipates the few months of the year when their cravings for Thin Mints are fulfilled, but to millions of girls, cookies provide an opportunity to travel, explore science and math, develop leadership skills, and learn about a future career. Girl Scout Cookies are delicious, but more importantly, the program helps girls develop financial, leadership and life skills. The annual cookie program has been an American tradition for more than 90 years, for good reason. "When you buy a box of Girl Scout Cookies, you know you are getting a great tasting product and you are supporting the premier leadership program for girls," said Fran Raley, CEO for Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. "Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who will make the world a better place. Like all Girl Scout programs, cookie activities are girl-led. Girls make their own decisions and run the sale with the help of adults. Cookies are one of the reasons why Girl Scouting is so successful at building leadership." Locally, Girl Scouts will sell cookies Wednesday, January 9 through Sunday, January 27. All seven varieties will be returning, plus one new cookie: Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Sandwich, Shortbread, Caramel deLites, Peanut Butter Patties, Lemonades, Thanks-A-Lot, and Cinna-Spins. Cinna-Spins will be the first-ever "portion control" Girl Scout Cookie. Each box contains five ready-to-grab-and-go 100 calorie packs full of crispy cinnamon swirls. This new variety makes it easy to snack smart by doing the calorie counting for you. All Girl Scout Cookies produced by ABC Bakers have zero trans fat grams per serving, and, like most treats, can be part of a healthy diet when eaten in moderation. "We want every Girl Scout to be proud of what they're selling, and this is just one example of how we make that happen," said Sherry Sybesma, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing of ABC Bakers. "There was a time when the prevailing wisdom was that trans fats were a relatively healthy choice. In recent years, we have discovered that is not the case. Everyone wants to support Girl Scouting and loves Girl Scout Cookies, but increasingly they also want to maintain a healthier lifestyle. From our experience in the retail cookie market, we know what customers want. We may be the world's oldest and most experienced Girl Scout Cookie baker, but we also pride ourselves in having our finger on the pulse of future trends." For several months before the cookie program kicks off, girls and troops strategize to achieve their cookie goals and set out to accomplish both individual and group success. The Cookie Program in its entirety teaches girls financial responsibility, business proficiency and lifetime skills. All proceeds stay in the Fox River area. A portion of the money stays at the council level to support all types of programs for girls and training for volunteers. Moreover, a share of what remains goes to the troops, where girls decide how to spend it, thus further encouraging goal-setting and leadership capabilities. Girls also earn individual recognitions. One way girls can use their individual proceeds is toward Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (commonly referred to as S.T.E.M.) 'destinations' that take girls to other parts of the country or world for specialized programs. The programs are frequently sponsored by Girl Scout councils and offer innovative and exhilarating environments often in states or countries new to local Girl Scouts. Some 'destination' examples include: Aerospace Career Explorer in Alabama; Great Lakes Aquatic Biology in Michigan; Wyoming's Wildlife Wonders in Wyoming; Rainforest, River and Reef in Costa Rica; and Guatemala's Historical and Natural Treasures in Guatemala. In addition to 'destinations,' the Girl Scout Cookie Program funds special projects and events at the council level that are S.T.E.M. focused, like Science Safari and Mad Scientist. To kick-off the cookie program, Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. will be holding its annual Cookie Cook-Off on Saturday, January 12, beginning at noon, at the Fox River Mall, Grand Chute (Macy's wing). Eight area restaurants will present original desserts created with Girl Scout Cookies as an ingredient. The desserts will be judged by local celebrities and spectator sampling will follow. The event is open to the public and free of charge. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting
in the area for 87 years. The council serves over 8,000 girl and adult
members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago
and a portion of Calumet. For more information call 920-734-4559 or 800-924-1211
or visit www.gsfra.org - End - NEWS RELEASE Never too late for Eaglet to soar: Faith Schremp (Iames), now 86, never earned her Girl Scout Golden Eaglet Award (an early predecessor to the Girl Scout Gold Award) back in 1938, but not for lack of drive nor accomplishments. She completed all the necessary requirements for the recognition at that time, including earning fourteen proficiency badges from a list of seventeen specified badges, except for one small detail. She needed to attend camp. Not that she didn't want to. The morning she was to attend, she awoke with the mumps, a malady few even know these days thanks to infant immunizations. End of Girl Scout Golden Eaglet Award story. She was heartbroken, as she worked so hard to earn the prestigious recognition. Though she didn't attend Girl Scout camp, she feels her rite of passage has been achieved throughout her lifetime. She has taken her four children on adventures across the United States, taught them how to build campfires, and how to be safe and prepared in the woods. Her character has inspired others through her volunteer work, she has led with confidence when raising her children, and she has walked with courage in owning a business. As Faith Iames, she grew up in Pearson, Wisconsin (near Antigo), in a log cabin until she reached high school. Her family then moved to Antigo, where she remained until she became a 'Rosie the Riveter' and followed her husband to his various Army bases during World War II. After the war they settled back in Antigo, started a grocery store called Schremp's Grocery, and reared four successful children. Faith and her husband also had a Christmas Tree Farm called Lester Schremp's Tree Farms, which was recognized with numerous Wisconsin Tree awards. For two years in a row, the Schremp's trees were displayed in the Governor's Mansion in Madison, under then Governor Tommy Thompson. Faith (under the pen name of Faythimes) also wrote numerous books: Dirty Dog; The Last Switcheroo; Small Town Wife and Mom; Mom Are We There Yet?; Grams Good Grub (A Cookbook); and a collection of poems. She volunteered, was supportive and loving to everyone, and is to this day a well-loved member of the community. While rearing her children, much time was spent at the family lake cottage, with a deserted island close by. Faith encouraged her children to spend a night alone on the island, which included setting up a safe campsite, camping under the stars (no tents) and cutting their own fire wood. They had to row a boat over to the island with their supplies. She always stressed safety, knowledge and being prepared (and leaving the area cleaner than you found it, a true Girl Scout philosophy!). Faith stressed the out-of-doors so much that her daughter, Dana Tyler, grew up to become a meteorologist with WFRV - TV 5 because she loved science and being outdoors in all types of weather. Dana's son, Ben, is nearing completion of his work for the Eagle Scout Award. Dana is very involved as a Boy Scout volunteer. Faith's other daughter, Gloria Diercks, an international hospitality designer, had the opportunity to redesign the historic Marshall House in Savannah, Georgia. Savannah is the home of Juliette Gordon Low, founder of Girl Scouts. Gloria and the owner of the bed and breakfast style hotel decided to dedicate a suite to Juliette Gordon Low. In doing research while visiting the Low residence, which was only blocks away from the hotel site, Gloria came upon a green sewing room on the third level of the house where Juliette spent much of her leisure time. It was this exact shade of green that was matched to become the backdrop in the suite for the pencil portrait of Juliette and her founding flag and many Girl Scout treasures of interest. Faith repeated her "almost Golden Eaglet" story to her own daughters many times while they were working on their Girl Scout badges, and to others throughout her life. She worked so hard to fulfill the requirements, and fell short of doing so only because of illness. Faith, surrounded by her children and 21 grandchildren and great-grandchildren (most of which are Scouts), and Girl Scout staff and volunteers, will finally be recognized with an honorary Girl Scout Golden Eaglet Award during a special ceremony on Saturday, December 1, beginning at noon, at the Girl Scout Program Center in Appleton. The ceremony is being held in conjunction with a Holiday Folk Fair that is open to the public. - End - NEWS RELEASE The public is invited to experience art, food and entertainment from around the globe at a Holiday Folk Fair on Saturday, December 1 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Girl Scout Program Center. Purchase holiday crafts made by Girl Scouts, sample ethnic foods, and enjoy festive ethnic dancing. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting
in the area for 87 years. The council serves over 8,000 girl and adult
members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago,
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Local Girl Scouts will be selling magazines, books, CDs, nuts, and candy through the “Be A Reader” Fall Product Program, October 20 – November 4, to support girl programs, adult training for volunteers, and troop opportunities.
Through the program, Girl Scouts learn a variety of life skills like teamwork, goal setting, money management, and communication skills, while earning funds to help finance troop activities. Girls earn coupons that can be used for council merchandise, membership registration, council programs, and camp.
Friends and families are encouraged to S.O.S., or “Save Our Subscription.” Magazine subscriptions that need to be renewed or new subscriptions can be used during this program, and the proceeds will benefit Girl Scouts. Girl Scout nuts and candy are attractively packages and are perfect for holiday gift giving. Products will be delivered December 7 – 20.
This program is held in conjunction with QSP, Inc. and Reader’s Digest and Trophy Nut Company.
Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting in the area for 87 years. The council serves over 8,000 girl and adult members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago, and a portion of Calumet. For more information call 920-734-4559 or 800-924-1211 or visit www.gsfra.org - End -
NEWS RELEASE Date: September 4, 2007 Contact: Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc., Lisa Mengert,
membership manager
Many girls begin their Girl Scout experience as a Girl Scout Daisy. They meet in a nurturing and inclusive environment and go on trips, learn about nature and science, and explore the arts and their communities. Daisies can also earn Learning Petals and receive participation patches. Some examples of Daisy actives might include: arts and crafts projects like finger-painting murals and making colorful barrettes and paper-bag puppets; trips to pick pumpkins and apples; planning a picnic and making snacks; and earning patches for activities like reading fun books or helping their community. At all age levels, most girls typically belong to a troop, but have the option of being an Individually Registered Girl Scout, who works closely with a parent or other special adult in their life to experience Girl Scouts first-hand. Girls can participate in all the same programs and camp sessions in which troop girls participate. Individually registered girls can work on badges and choose options that are best suited for them based on their schedule and interests. Some of the upcoming Girl Scout registration dates include: Appleton: *
Black Creek: Black Creek Elementary School, September 12, in the evening Bonduel: Bonduel High School, September 20, 7 p.m. Bowler: Bowler Elementary School, September 20, 5 - 6:30 p.m. Clintonville: Christus Luther Church, September 11, 6 p.m. for kindergarten, 7 p.m. for grades 1-12 Freedom: Freedom Elementary School, September 10, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Greenville: Greenville Elementary School, September 13, 6 p.m. for kindergarten, 7 p.m. for grades 1-12 Hortonville: Hortonville Elementary School, September 10, 6 p.m. for kindergarten, 7 p.m. for grades 1-12 Kaukauna, Hollandtown, Sherwood: Kaukauna High School, September 6, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Kimberly, Darboy, Combined Locks: JR Gerritts Middle School, September 17, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Little Chute: Little Chute Village Hall, September 17, 3:30 - 6 p.m. Manawa: Manawa Elementary School, September 20, 4 - 6 p.m. Marion: Marion Elementary School, September 10, 5 - 6:30 p.m. Neenah and Menasha:
New London: Most Precious Blood, September 13, 4 - 6 p.m. Men and women volunteers over the age of 18 are key in making the Girl Scout experience a success. You don't need a daughter in Girl Scouts in order to volunteer, just the desire to make a difference in a girl's life. Volunteers are needed to help plan and/or facilitate events, lead 20-minute programs on a topic that helps girls, assist with adult training, provide clerical assistance, and help in the Council Shop and front desk. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. serves over 8,000 girl and adult members in a six-county jurisdiction including Outagamie, Winnebago, Waupaca, Shawano, Menominee, and part of Calumet. New and returning members must register. A $10 registration fee per person
covers a one-year membership to the national organization, Girl Scouts
of the USA. Financial assistance is available. If you are interested in
becoming involved but are unable to attend a scheduled registration session,
contact Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. at 920-734-4559 or 800-924-1211
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Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. will host its second annual Campout Gala fundraiser event with a fun-filled evening on Saturday, September 8, 2007, from 6 - 11 p.m. at the Girl Scout Program Center in Appleton. Attendees will enjoy an evening of camp-themed activities, gourmet camp-inspired cuisine and s'mores by the campfire. Live entertainment will be provided by Helen Exner, jazz musician; Modern Jazz Duo, musicians; and Dan Flannery, singer/guitar. Wine tasting will be sponsored by McKnight and Carlson and beer tasting will be sponsored by Stone Cellar Brewpub. A backpack bonanza and silent auction will also be held. Honorary Chairs of the event are Ron and Yvette Dunlap and Mistress of Ceremonies is Stacy Engebretson. Committee co-chairs are Lisa Cruz, Weidert Group, Appleton, and Heather Holly-Pinnow, Pinnow Sheet Metal, Oshkosh. Cost to attend is $75 per person. Proceeds benefit Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting
in the area for 87 years. The council serves over 8,000 girl and adult
members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago
and a portion of Calumet. For more information or to make your reservation,
call 920-734-7069 or 800-924-1211, ext. 27 or visit www.gsfra.org - End -
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Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. will host its second annual Campout Gala fundraiser event with a fun-filled evening on Saturday, September 8, 2007, from 6 - 11 p.m. at the Girl Scout Program Center in Appleton. Attendees will enjoy an evening of camp-themed activities, gourmet camp-inspired cuisine and s'mores with an elegant twist. Wine tasting will be sponsored by The Wine Review and beer tasting will be sponsored by Stone Cellar Brewpub. A backpack raffle and silent auction will also be held. Honorary Co-Chairs of the event are Ron and Yvette Dunlap and Mistress of Ceremonies is Stacy Engebretson. Committee co-chairs are Lisa Cruz, Weidert Group, Appleton, and Heather Holly-Pinnow, Pinnow Sheet Metal, Oshkosh. Cost to attend is $75 per person. Proceeds benefit Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting
in the area for 87 years. The council serves over 8,000 girl and adult
members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago
and a portion of Calumet. For more information or to make your reservation,
call 920-734-7069 or 800-924-1211, ext. 27 or visit www.gsfra.org - End - NEWS RELEASE
Girl Scout volunteer opportunities available in Oneida Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. is looking for adult volunteers to help Girl Scout troops in the Oneida area. Opportunities are available for leaders and co-leaders and include leading meetings, planning events and conducting activities throughout the school year. Training is provided for all volunteers. Girl Scout volunteers help give girls the opportunity to grow as individuals and establish a positive outlook for the future. They provide girls with a safe environment where they can share their experiences while participating in an informal educational program that helps them grow strong. Volunteers do not have to be a parent of a Girl Scout to volunteer. All volunteers need to become registered with the Girl Scouts. This requires an annual membership due of $10. Financial grants are available. Girl Scouts of the Fox River Area, Inc. has been providing Girl Scouting in the area for 87 years. The council serves over 8,000 girl and adult members in the counties of Menominee, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca, Winnebago, and a portion of Calumet. For more information on volunteering for Girl Scouts, contact Shannon
Fredrick at the Girl Scout Program Center, 800-924-1211 or 920-734-7069,
ext. 18 or Maria Danforth at 920-562-7184 - End -
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