Date: Sat Aug 30, 12:00 PM PDT - Sun Aug 31, 12:00 PM PDT
Category:
- Outdoor
Level:
- Volunteers
Are you ready to take your troops outdoor adventures to the next level? Join us for an overnight backpacking training that consists of three parts (no additional registration required, see dates below for Part 1 and 2). Spend the night under the stars cooking with friends and learning how to manage groups in the backcountry with this Backpacking Training!
- Part 1: August 13 6pm-7pm (virtual)
- Part 2: August 28th 6pm-8pm (Sacramento)
- Part 3: August 30-31st (Point Reyes)
Program facilitated by: GSHCC Volunteer Trainers and/or GSHCC Staff.
Program Fee: $30 for adult members.
Program Fee Includes: In-person instruction, a space for learning and discussion, and pays for the study materials you get to keep.
Supplies Needed: Backpacking Pack, Backpacking Tent, Lightweight Sleeping bag (complete gear list will be given in Part 1 of the training, all packs will be checked in Part 2). Some equipment is available on loan from the Council office.
General Location: Point Reyes, CA
- Exact address can be found in your MYGS after registering for the event, and will also be included in the information letter.
Note: This event will periodically move from an indoor to and outdoor setting during its duration.
Registration: A minimum of 2 registered participants are required to hold this event. In the event that the minimum is not met, you will be notified before the event date, and a full refund will be processed.
Media Release Disclaimer: There may be photos or
video taken during this event. By registering for this event, you give
permission for GSHCC and GSHCC program partners to use photos/videos
of your girl to promote Girl Scouts. If you would like to opt out of
photographs/videos, please notify staff at event check-in.
Information Letter: Once you have registered you can
find the information letter at least 2 weeks before the event date, by
logging in to your My Account, go to My Events and select the event.
Scroll to the bottom of the page to find the information letter under
Additional Documentation. An email will be sent out 1 week before the
scheduled event with the information letter for the event. If you
register after this time, you will need to go through your My Account
to get the information letter or reach out to customer care.
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this event to take advantage of our member pricing, plus save on other
GSHCC events for the rest of the year! A membership year runs from
October to September.
Troop Treasure: After registering, please follow the instructions on this form to request to pay with Troop Treasure.
Financial Aid: Financial assistance is available to girls/adults that have current memberships with Girl Scouts Heart of Central California. Payee must submit the Financial Aid Request form after registering to finalize your request. Requests must be submitted at least 2 weeks before the event date. You may still be responsible for a portion of the fees.
Cancellations:
- If the activity requires a deposit, deposits are non-refundable.
- Refunds will not be given for in-person activities or training fees of $5 and less.
- All other
activities will be processed as follows:
- 21 calendar days before the activity - 100%
- 12-20 calendar days before the activity - 50%
- 11 or fewer calendar days before the activity - No refunds
Once in a while, GSHCC may have to cancel an event. If Girl Scouts
Heart of Central California finds it necessary to cancel an activity
or training, all troops/groups or individuals having submitted
registrations and payments will receive a full refund.
Note: In the event of extenuating circumstances such
as illnesses, deaths in the immediate family, and other catastrophic
events, GSHCC will consider refunds on a case-by-case basis.
All
refund requests should be submitted in writing to Customer Care.
