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Sockhop with My Guy (All)

Friday May 29
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Troop 65436 invites you to a sockhop!

Come join in the fun with your favorite guy – Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, Older Brothers 15+, etc.  There will be dancing, contests, photo ops, and refreshments.  50’s theme attire is encouraged. Admission includes a fun patch and your choice of a drink and dessert.

Register by May 15th, tickets are $15 per couple.  Click here to register for this great event.

 

Ambassadors Bridge to Adult (A)

Date: Sun May 17 2026, 5:00 PM PDT – 6:30 PM PDT

 12th grade Ambassadors earn the Bridge to Adult Award, their last Bridging Activity as Girl Scout girls! 

Girls create a podcast where they explain how long they have been a Girl Scout and tell younger girls about their most favorite memory from their years as a Girl Scout. The girls also talk with adult Girl Scouts to learn more about how Girl Scouts can continue to influence their lives in the years to come.  The Bridge to Adult pin is included.

Girls need to bring a completed Girl Scout Internet Safety Pledge and a completed Media Release form.  Links to the forms will be emailed out a few days before the event.

Cost: $10 Includes pin of bridge to adult

 https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/special-event–ambassadors-bridging-to-adult—thousand-oaks—a.html

Penguins & Pajamas – San Francisco – D/B/J/C/S/A/V

Date: Sat Jul 25 2026, 6:00 PM PDT – Sun Jul 26 2026, 8:00 AM PDT

 Penguins & Pajamas: An Overnight Adventure at the California Academy of Sciences 

Grab your coziest pajamas and get ready for an unforgettable overnight adventure at the incredible California Academy of Sciences!  This is a private Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast event – open only to our guests!

At the Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover, the excitement begins long before bedtime. Once the museum closes to the public, Girl Scouts will get the rare opportunity to explore the Academy after hours, discovering amazing creatures and exhibits throughout the aquarium, planetarium, and rainforest. Along the way, girls will participate in hands-on crafts and engaging STEM activities, sparking curiosity and bringing science to life in a fun and interactive way.

As night falls, the adventure continues with private planetarium experiences, time to explore the rainforest dome, and incredible sights throughout the aquarium—from glowing jellyfish to fascinating sea life. Before lights out, everyone will enjoy a cozy milk and cookies snack, then roll out their sleeping bags in one of the Academy’s exhibit spaces—perhaps even near the famous African penguins!

A separate exhibit sleeping space will be set aside for families or troops that include men or boys, ensuring everyone can comfortably participate in this overnight adventure. Tagalongs are welcome, making this a perfect opportunity for families and troops to share in the fun together.  Please note – all tagalongs must be 4 years of age or older

In the morning, Girl Scouts will enjoy a light breakfast before departing at 8:00 AM. While the animals and exhibits prepare for the day, families can explore the beautiful surrounding area of Golden Gate Park before returning at 10:00 AM to continue the adventure with the included next-day admission to the Academy.

This exclusive Girl Scout overnight experience is packed with discovery, creativity, and unforgettable moments—perfect for curious minds who love animals, science, and a little nighttime magic. Bring your pajamas, sleeping bag, and sense of adventure, and get ready for a sleepover you’ll never forget! 

Cost $125 per person

Overnight parking is available in the Music Concourse Garage for $35.

 https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/special-event–penguins—pajamas—san-francisco—d-b-j-c-s-a-.html

Special Event: Raptor Adventure, Birds of Prey! – Ojai – B*/J/C/S/A

Date: Sat May 09 2026, 10:00 AM PDT – 12:00 PM PDT

 Get ready for a wild adventure with some of nature’s coolest hunters! Meet Willow the Barn Owl and a fierce American Kestrel up close as you uncover the secret world of raptors—fast, fierce, and totally fascinating! You’ll learn how these amazing birds help protect the planet by keeping pest populations in check, explore real feathers and talons, and discover what makes raptors the ultimate predators. Then, put your new knowledge into action by helping build owl boxes to support local wildlife. It’s an awesome mix of science, conservation, and hands-on fun that’s sure to give you major bird power! 

Sorry, no tagalongs

Cost $25.00 includes fun patch

 https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/special-event–raptor-adventure–birds-of-prey—-ojai—b–j-c-.html

Skyhigh Sisterhood! Adventures Above the Ground – Santa Barbara – J/C/S/A/V

Date: Sat Aug 22 2026, 10:00 AM PDT – 12:00 PM PDT

2 HOUR ADVENTURE COURSE – EXPLORE THROUGH THE TREES!

Get ready to climb, balance, swing, and soar at an Adventure Park Course! With 80 exciting elements spread across 2 levels and 4 different routes ranging from easy to very hard, Girl Scouts can choose their challenge and enjoy 2 hours of high-energy adventure in the trees. This is the perfect program for girls who are ready to test their courage, confidence, and problem-solving skills while having an unforgettable time.

Please note that this program has strict eligibility requirements. Participants must be 9 years or older, at least 4 feet tall, able to reach overhead to 5’8″, and weigh no more than 275 pounds. If a Girl Scout attends with her adult, the adult may assist with navigation if she cannot quite reach the 5’8″ requirement. All participants will be securely hooked in at all times, but this experience is not recommended for those with a fear of heights.

This is not a drop-off event — girls must attend either with their troop and proper ratios or with a participating adult.  Sorry, no tagalongs.

Cost $70 includes fun patch

 https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/skyhigh-sisterhood–adventures-above-the-ground—santa-barbara-.html

Surfriders Santa Barbara, Discover Our Ocean (BJ)

Date: Sat May 09 2026, 10:00 AM PDT – 12:00 PM PDT

Kelp Creations & Coastal Explorations

Dive into the wonders of the ocean with this hands-on coastal adventure led by a local Surfrider Club in Santa Barbara! Girl Scouts will discover the incredible world of kelp—one of the ocean’s most important ecosystems—through an interactive educational session that brings marine science to life.

Get creative as you design your own unique kelp-inspired artwork using cyanotype paper, a special sun-printing process that uses natural light to create beautiful blue ocean prints to take home.

Then, head out for a guided walk along the beach, where you’ll explore the shoreline, learn about local marine species, and discover how we can all help protect our coastlines. This immersive experience blends science, art, and outdoor exploration for a truly unforgettable day by the sea!

Please wear pants and closed-toe shoes that can get a little wet—adventure awaits at the water’s edge!

Cost $7.00 Girl Scouts (includes Beachcomber Patch) Adults – no cost but please register.  Sorry, no tagalongs

 https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/surfriders-santa-barbara–discover-our-ocean—santa-barbara—b.html

Program Aide Core Training (C)

Date: Sat May 09 2026, 9:30 AM PDT – 3:30 PM PDT

Learn valuable skills about being a mentor and sharing your skills, passions and experiences with younger Girl Scouts! Program Aides have the unique opportunity to serve as champions for the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

Details: All girls 11 1/2 and older, are invited to attend Program Aide Training on their way to completing the steps of the Program Aide Award. PA Core Training involves learning to work with children and adapting activities for special needs and situations. You will put your new skills to the test with hands on activities that will prepare you for real life situations working with younger girls at day camps and troop, council, and service unit events.

Girls need to bring their lunch and water. Please no peanuts/peanut butter products.

Cost: $20

Girls must complete this course to be a PA at most Day Camps.

Program Aide Core Training (P.A.C.T.) is a council-designed leadership course and is an optional step to help girls earn the Program Aide pin. For more information on the Program Aide pin contact info@girlscoutsccc.org.

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/girl-training–program-aide-core-training—thousand-oaks—c.html

Harbor Quest: Discovering Imports & Exports – Port of Hueneme – J/C/S/A

Date: Sat Apr 04 2026, 10:00 AM PDT – 12:00 PM PDT

Explore the world of global trade and logistics with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Port of Hueneme! Girl Scouts will discover how products like cars, fruit, and electronics move through the port, and take part in fun, hands-on activities that teach the basics of imports, exports, and supply chains. Girls will also get a tour of both the north and south side of the port and get to see where our everyday imports and exports come in through including bananas, blueberries, fertilizer, and cars!

This interactive experience is designed to spark curiosity, build STEM skills, and introduce girls to exciting career pathways in maritime trade and logistics.

Cost: $30 per registrant

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/special-event–harbor-quest–discovering-imports—exports—por.html