Category Archives: May

Program Aide Core Training (PACT) – Santa Barbara (CSA)

May
Date: Sat May 02 2026, 10:00 AM PDT – 4:00 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.

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 any Day Camp.
They only need to take this class ONCE.

Program Aide Core Training (P.A.C.T.) is a council-designed leadership course and one of the steps required for Cadettes to 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–pact—-c-s-a—santa.html

Basic Backpacking Course (CSAV)

May
The second part of our three step wilderness progression designed for individuals, teaches everything you need to know to begin a multi-night outdoor adventure. Gain the knowledge you’ll need to make important decisions about gear, clothing, and trip planning, then hit the trail to practice and hone your skills.

Practice Hike: May 16 8:30-3:00 Ojai area
Skills day: May 17: 8:30-3:00 Camp Arnaz
Overnight Trip Dates: May 23-24
Trip Leaders: Marin Sigurdson & Jill Murray
*6th graders need to have completed Wilderness Hiking Course*

Cost: $60/ individual covers insurance, group gear, sleeping pad, sleeping bag, and backpack. Backpackers also need to contribute toward food. Refunds available only when event is cancelled.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Wilderness Hiking Course. Girls can attend without an adult.

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/special-event—basic-backpacking-course—ventura-county—c-s-.html

Axe Throwing (CSA)

May
Date: Sun May 24 2026, 1:00 PM PDT – 2:00 PM PDT
Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors are invited to step up to the range and experience the thrill of axe throwing at Camp Arnaz! With guidance from trained staff, girls will learn proper technique, build confidence, and challenge themselves to hit the mark. It’s a fun and empowering way to develop focus, teamwork, and leadership—all while embracing a bold new adventure.

Price: $40 per girl

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2025/camp-arnaz–axe-throwing—c-s-a.html

Kneeling BBs (JCSA)

May
Date: Sun May 24 2026, 3:00 PM PDT – 4:00 PM PDT

Challenge yourself in mastering BB gun (air rifle) target shooting. There are a variety of different positions to choose from! Girl scouts will be instructed in gun safety, range etiquette, and accuracy training.

Levels must be completed in order and will increase in difficulty.

Level 1: Benchrest BB’s

Level 2: Standing BB’s

Level 3: Kneeling BB’s

Level 4: Prone BB’s

Price: $30 per girl

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/camp-arnaz–kneeling-bb-s—j-c-s-a1.html

Cowgirl Up (DB)

May
Date: Sat May 30 2026, 9:00 AM PDT – 10:30 AM PDT

It’s your chance to step into the boots of a true cowgirl as you meet our gentle horses, learn the art of grooming, and take the reins for your first horseback riding lesson. This isn’t just horseplay; it’s the beginning of a journey filled with fun, learning, and the magic of bonding with horses. Saddle up for a ride in the arena, cowgirls—it’s time to make memories that will last a lifetime!

NOTE – This program involves riding horses. Proper attire is required.

Price: $45 per girl

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/camp-arnaz–cowgirl-up—daisy-brownie3.html

Pony Pastries (All)

May
Date: Sat May 30 2026, 11:00 AM PDT – 12:00 PM PDT

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 per girl

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/camp-arnaz–pony-pastries—all-levels9.html

Junior Horseback Riding Badge (J)

May
Date: Sat May 30 2026, 1:00 PM PDT – 4:00 PM PDT

Join us for an exciting hands-on adventure where girls will clean stalls, groom horses, and experience the thrill of horseback riding! This program goes beyond horses – it’s about building responsibility, dedication, and a whole lot of fun! Saddle up for an unforgettable journey filled with hoofbeats and joyful memories! This program will satisfy the badge requirements for the Junior Horseback Riding Badge.

Price: $65 per girl

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/camp-arnaz–junior-horseback-riding-badge—junior5.html

Flighted Friends (BJCSA)

May
Date: Sun May 31 2026, 9:00 AM PDT – 10:00 AM PDT

Set your sights on the treetops in Flighted Friends, a birdwatching adventure designed to spark curiosity and wonder. Girls will explore the trails of Camp Arnaz with binoculars in hand, learning to identify local birds by sight and sound. Along the way, they’ll discover the basics of bird behavior, habitats, and conservation through fun, hands-on activities. It’s the perfect blend of science, observation, and outdoor exploration—ideal for nature lovers and budding ornithologists alike!

Price: $25 per girl

https://www.girlscoutsccc.org/en/sf-events-repository/2026/camp-arnaz–flighted-friends—b-j-c-s-a4.html