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Pony Pastries (All)

Date: Sat Nov 15 2025, 11:00 AM PST – 12:00 PM PST

Get ready for a sweet adventure at Camp Arnaz! Girl Scouts will meet our horses, learn about their care and nutrition, and mix up tasty, no-bake treats—using fun, seasonal recipes that change throughout the year. It’s the perfect blend of hands-on learning and horse-loving fun!

NOTE – This program does not involve riding or grooming. Some treats may need to set in a fridge or freezer and be fed at a later time. If so, girls we be able to feed pre-made treats to the horses.

Price: $25/registrant

Click here to register: https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2025/pony-pastries—camp-arnaz—d-b-j-c-s-a0.html

Equine Odyssey (CSA)

Date: Sat Nov 15 2025, 1:00 PM PST – 4:00 PM PST

Step into the world of horsemanship with Equine Odyssey! In this hands-on program, participants will learn what it takes to care for horses—feeding, grooming, and keeping their spaces clean—while developing responsibility and empathy along the way. Time in the saddle helps riders build confidence, communication, and trust with their horse. Join us for an unforgettable journey into skilled equestrian care and teamwork.

Price: $65/registrant

Click here to register: https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2025/equine-odyssey—camp-arnaz—csa.html

Wilderness Hiking Course (JCSAV)

Date: Sun Nov 16 2025, 9:30 AM PST – 4:00 PM PST
Category:
Trek Wild is Volunteer led hiking and backpacking in the GSCCC central/south area

Take the first step in your wilderness adventure! Designed for individuals, our Wilderness Hiking Course safely takes Girl Scouts and adults out of the campground and into the woods. Wilderness Hiking covers outdoor skills and knowledge and is recommended -though not a prerequisite* – for the Basic Backpacking and Advanced Backpacking courses. Spend your morning in the classroom and your afternoon on the trail learning about safety, proper gear and equipment, the Leave No Trace ethic, and building independence in Girl Scouts. This class lays a strong foundation for more extraordinary adventures. Have an entire troop interested? Contact us to arrange a course!

*New this year: 5th grade Juniors and older may attend; Wilderness hiking is recommended but not required for Basic Backpacking, which will be offered in the spring

Cost: $35/ individual covers course materials and “10 Essentials” starter kit. Refunds are available only when Girls Scouts cancels event.
Girls can attend without an adult.

Women in Construction (JCSA)

Date: Sun Nov 16 2025, 10:00 AM PST – 11:30 AM PST

Women in Construction empowers girls to roll up their sleeves and dive into hands-on projects in building, design, and maintenance. With support from skilled mentors and fun, practical activities, girls will gain real-world skills, boost their confidence, and leave their mark on Camp Arnaz—one project at a time!

Price: $35/registrant

Click here to register: https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2025/-women-in-construction—camp-arnaz—j-c-s-a0.html

Gabby’s Dollhouse Movie & Patch

Gabby and the Gabby Cats love exploring, creating, and helping one another—just like Girl Scouts! Together, they show how friendship sparks imagination and opens the door to new adventures.

Dive into the new Girl Scouts and Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie activity book for a meow-mazing adventure full of fun activities for girls ages three to nine. Once completed, unlock a limited-edition fun patch for FREE while supplies last!

Click here for more details: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/activities-for-girls/for-every-girl/gabbys-doll-house.html?utm_campaign=my26_gabbysdollhouse_engagement_newsletter_non_member_e1_a1&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email_gsusa

International Day of the Girl Scavenger Hunt (All)

Let’s celebrate girls and all of the amazing things they can do!

While October 11th is the official Day, we will be celebrating all month long with a Simi Valley Scavenger Hunt!

Here is the list of clues: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I7z-P03mMjJhMfcOceWF7Wdy3FzXHjCrJZD5SafS6vE/edit?usp=sharing

Once you have found all of the answers and taken your photos, here is where you will enter them: https://forms.gle/dVD4ck7ebALeAaZRA

Troops have the entire month of October!

Stuck?  Answers will be posted on the Leader’s BAND page.  Please do not share the answers with your troop.  Use them to help your troop get “un-stuck” if needed.

California Pizza Kitchen Tour (All)

What does a commercial kitchen look like?  How does it run?

Treat your group to a behind-the-scenes restaurant tour—including an interactive pizza-making experience from our certified pizza chefs—for a glimpse into how our kitchens make delicious culinary magic happen. A fun, unique opportunity to discover how a restaurant works from the inside out! Includes a free CPKids Meal certificate for each CPKid to use on their next visit.

Click here to arrange a tour: https://www.cpk.com/events/cpkids-events

Women of Distinction

Date: Sat Apr 25 2026, 4:00 PM PDT – 8:00 PM PDT
Volunteers & Other Adults

Women of Distinction – April 25, 2025 at Camp Arnaz

We are proud to invite you to our annual Women of Distinction celebration on Friday, April 25, 2025, at beautiful Camp Arnaz in Ventura. This inspiring evening is dedicated to honoring our outstanding Girl Scout volunteers, the women and men whose time, talents, and leadership shape the next generation of girls with courage, confidence, and character.

This year’s theme, Farm to Table, highlights the rich agricultural heritage of our Central Coast while celebrating the freshness of community, connection, and gratitude. Guests will enjoy locally sourced food and drinks in a warm outdoor setting, surrounded by the natural beauty of Camp Arnaz. The evening will feature recognition of our honorees, a dinner, stories of impact from our girls, and a heartfelt celebration of the volunteers who help Girl Scouts thrive.

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/women-of-distinction-.html

All Star Troop Patch Program

An All Star TroopAll Star Troop Patch

  • is prepared
  • helps build an amazing community
  • and has fun!

How it works:

During this Girl Scout year, check off items on the list linked below as you and your amazing troop complete them.

For some items, you will need to send a photo of your amazing girls. Use the Google form linked at the bottom. Please make sure everyone in the photo is allowed to be photographed. You can submit the form multiple times.

Please note: no double dipping. For example, if you host a community service event, that counts for just one box.

Check off eight or more items to earn the patch.

Complete 11 or 12 items to earn the Gold Star that goes with the patch!

Click here for the list of items: https://simivalleygirlscouts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ALL-STAR-TROOP-25-26.pdf

Click here to submit photos and other information about your troop’s progress during the year: https://forms.gle/eFf1SfH1Ym8YdYLu9

Día de los Muertos Celebration (All, V, T)

Sunday, October 26th from 11 am to 5 pm

11th Annual “Day of the Dead” Celebration at Strathearn Historical Park and Museum

This family friendly event has lots to do and see!
A great line-up of non-stop entertainment including live music, Aztec dancers, and Folklorico dancers.
New this year – chips and salsa competition
Face Painting
Craft vendors
Food Vendors
Fun and creative crafts for all ages

Altars created by local families will be on display in the Wood Ranch Barn.  If you would like to display an ofrenda for your family, click here for the Simi Valley Historical Society’s form.

Come in costume!
PRESALE: Tickets $10/Adults (13 and up), $5/Kids (5-12), Kids 4 and under are Free
DAY of the EVENT at gate: $15/Adults (13 and up), $5/Kids (5-12), Kids 4 and under are Free

Save time and money by purchasing tickets in advance. Presale tickets end on October 25, 2025