Girl Scouts of Colorado was recently alerted to errors in our camp mailer for Summer 2020. The location for the “Focus on Canoeing” day camp for Girl Scout Juniors is Bear Creek Lake Park, not the location listed on the mailer. The Open House at Sky High Ranch is April 4 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., not March 4. The GSCO website been updated with the correct information. Thank you for your understanding! #daycamp #SkyHighRanch #GSCOevents #summercampmailer #GirlScoutCamp #GirlScoutCamp2020 #summercampmailer2020 #camp #CouncilNews

A new Girl Scout Cookie is coming! Lemon-Ups are crispy lemon cookies baked with messages inspired by Girl Scout entrepreneurs, such as “I am a go-getter” and “I am an innovator.” This new cookie replaces Savannah Smiles and joins favorites: Thin Mints, Samoas, Tagalongs, Trefoils, Dos-Si-Dos, S’mores, and gluten-free Toffee-tastic. Girl Scout Cookies will be available in Colorado starting Sunday, February 2. S’mores and gluten-free Toffee-tastic are $5/package. All other varieties are $4/package. The 2020 Girl Scout Cookie Program ends Sunday, March 8. Each and every Girl Scout Cookie purchase is key to supporting the change-makers of today and tomorrow. Through the Girl Scout Cookie Program, girls not only discover their inner leadership potential, but also use their earnings to power amazing experiences, including travel, outdoor adventure, and science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programming. Colorado Girl Scouts sell cookies online, in addition to door-to-door and in front of major retailers. The Digital Cookie program was popular during the 2019 program with 8,069 Colorado Girl Scouts participating and selling 832,182 packages to friends and family across the country. This year, Girl Scouts of Colorado expects even more girls to participate in Digital Cookie, as it creates another fun, safe, interactive way for girls to reach their goals. To purchase cookies online, customers must get an invite to shop at a girl’s personal website. Each purchase of Girl Scout Cookies supports girls in developing five lifelong skills: goal-setting, decision-making, money management, people skills, and business ethics. “Everyone loves Girl Scout Cookies—but the program is about so much more than cookies,” said Stephanie Foote, president and CEO of Girl Scouts of Colorado. “Girls learn about entrepreneurship as they run their own cookie businesses. The important business and financial literacy skills girls learn through the program are proven to build their leadership skills and position them for success in the future. When you purchase cookies you are helping girls power their Girl Scout Leadership Experience and you’re supporting female entrepreneurs.” Making the world a better place is central to the Girl Scout mission. During the Girl Scout Cookie Program, Girl Scouts honor non-profit organizations, food banks, military, and uniformed personnel through Girl Scouts’ Hometown Heroes/Gift of Caring program. Through this program, customers have the opportunity to purchase a package of cookies to donate to Girl Scouts’ heroes – a perfect solution for those who pass on the tempting treats! Girls learn about the invaluable work of their recipients by taking tours, learning about careers in public service and helping with service projects. All Hometown Heroes/Gift of Caring purchases may be eligible for a tax deduction. The 2020 goal for the Hometown Heroes/Gift of Caring program in Colorado is 200,000 packages. If you are looking for cookies, use the “Cookie Locator” online or the mobile app to search for Booth Sale locations. Once you find a location that works for you, add it to your calendar and/or sign up to receive email reminders about sale locations. Visit www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org to get started or learn more. All Girl Scout Cookie varieties contain zero grams of trans fat per serving. Thin Mints are vegan. Do-Si-Dos and Trefoils have no hydrogenated oils. Further information about Girl Scout Cookie ingredients can be found at littlebrownie.com. High resolution images of Girl Scout Cookies and Colorado Girl Scouts selling cookies are available upon request. About Girl Scouts of Colorado Girl Scouts of Colorado is 32,000 strong—more than 22,000 girls and 10,000 adults who believe in the power of every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ to change the world. Our extraordinary journey began more than 100 years ago with the original G.I.R.L., Juliette Gordon “Daisy” Low. On March 12, 1912, in Savannah, Ga., she organized the very first Girl Scout troop, and every year since, we’ve honored her vision and legacy, building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. We’re the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success. To volunteer, reconnect, donate, or join, visit www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org. #LemonUps #2020GirlScoutCookieProgram #cookies #GirlScoutCookies #GirlScoutCookieProgram #CouncilNews

Girl Scouts of Colorado President and CEO Stephanie A. Foote announced in December her plans to retire at the end of May 2020. Stephanie has been the President and CEO of Girl Scouts of Colorado since May 1, 2012, and, from 2007 to 2012, she served as Chair of the GSCO Board of Directors. “I’m so proud of the work we do at Girl Scouts and the impact our program has on girls, the volunteers who guide them, and the communities that benefit from their leadership and service,” Stephanie said. “In my years with this organization, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting many amazing girls and dedicated volunteers. I’ve literally watched girls become leaders and witnessed their power when they work together to make the world a better place. I’m confident in our future. We’ve been preparing girls to lead for more than 100 years and that work will go on long after my retirement.” Stephanie models business leadership for Girl Scouts. She helped to establish an Endowment Fund at Rose Community Foundation to maximize the return on this organization’s investments and support the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. In 2015, she established the Stephanie A. Foote Leadership Prize, which is awarded annually to a Girl Scout who has completed her Gold Award in the current year and whose project is selected by an independent panel as an exceptional example of impact through leadership. Prior to working with Girl Scouts of Colorado, Stephanie served as an elected member of Denver City Council, worked as Chief of Staff to Mayor Wellington Webb, was the first woman in Denver to serve as Deputy Mayor and the first woman to serve as Manager of Public Works. Her background in government and her business connections helped Stephanie guide Girl Scouts of Colorado to become one of the most respected non-profits in Colorado and a top-performing Girl Scout council. Stephanie’s ability to navigate regional nuances in mission delivery, fundraising, and local leadership has been instrumental in Girl Scouts of Colorado’s continued success. Under her leadership, Girl Scouts of Colorado invested in technology, downsized office space to more efficiently use resources, elevated programming for older Girl Scouts, reversed the trend of membership decline, expanded Outreach programs to bring Girl Scouting to girls who need it most, and is in the best fiscal shape the organization has seen since the 2007 national council realignment. Girl Scouts of Colorado Chairperson of the Board Rae Ann Dougherty said Stephanie has positioned the council well for the future. “Girl Scouts of Colorado is extremely fortunate to have benefited from Stephanie’s leadership, experience, and expertise over the past 13 years,” she said.  “She has done great things for us and positioned the council to provide the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to an ever-growing number of girls in Colorado.” Stephanie is responsible for oversight of $28 million in assets, including several camps and lodges, leased office space across the state and a retail shop. In partnership with her executive leadership team, she manages an annual operating budget of more than $12 million and statewide staff of more than 100 full-time, part-time and seasonal employees who support more than 22,000 girls and 10,000 adult members and volunteers in 56 counties in Colorado. The GSCO Board of Directors has retained Evergreen Executive Source LLC of New Jersey to conduct a nationwide search for a CEO. Evergreen is an executive search firm that specializes in recruiting services for Girl Scout councils. Board member Shannon Sisler is leading the Executive Search Committee, which will conduct the search process. Shannon is the Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer for Crocs, where she is responsible for human resources globally. Prior to joining Crocs, she held Human Resources leadership roles with Davita, Janus Capital, and Western Union. Shannon said the Board’s primary goal is to ensure a smooth transition by hiring the best CEO to lead Girl Scouts of Colorado into the future. “It’s business as usual at Girl Scouts of Colorado right now, as staff and volunteers focus on delivering the best Girl Scout Leadership Experience possible,” Shannon said. The CEO search process will likely take several months. “We want this to be as transparent a process as it can be,” Shannon said. “Regular updates will be given and stakeholder input will be included in the process.” If you know anyone who would be a great fit for Girl Scouts of Colorado, please share the job posting. Anyone with questions about the process, should reach out to Board Chair Rae Ann Dougherty at raeannd@rrstrategies.com. #CouncilNews #StephanieAFoote

Submitted by Maria Cross Northern & Northeastern CO Longmont Where better to earn your Junior “Think Like An Engineer” Journey than at Tomahawk Ranch! Join Ambassador Troop 78527 for a fun-filled overnight camp. Who: Girl Scout Junior troops or Juliettes with adult Dates: Saturday, January 25 to Sunday, January 26, 2020 When: Arrive at 3 – 4 p.m. Saturday, Depart at 2 p.m. Sunday Where: Tomahawk Ranch Girl Scout Camp near Bailey- enjoy heated cabins with bunk beds and bathrooms Cost: $70 per girl $40 per adult. Girls must attend with adult. Adults above safety-wise ratios pay girl rate. Price does not include Journey award patches. Registration deadline: Tuesday, January 7, 2020 During this fun Journey camp, Juniors will have a blast finding out how engineers use “design” thinking to solve problems. The Ambassadors will guide them in three design thinking activities to explore hands-on what it’s like to think like an engineer. You will also receive the materials needed for your group to work on a design project to help others. Your girls can take their design project with them to share with their community to complete their Take Action Project are complete their Journey! Register/pay online https://junior-think-like-an-engineer-journey-in-a-day.cheddarup.com or mail in registration form below. 40963104_tle_junior_flyer_registration This story was submitted using the Share Your Stories form. You can share your Girl Scout moments, too. #STEM #NorthernampNortheasternCO #Longmont #GirlScoutJunior #GirlScoutJuniors #Junior #GirlScoutCamp #TomahawkRanch #Juniors #MetroDenver #camp

Submitted by Maria Cross Northern & Northeastern CO Longmont Camping, Journeys, and Girl Scout sisters~ Oh My! Join Ambassador Troop 78527 for a fun-filled overnight camp as you earn your “Think Like An Engineer” Journey! Who: Girl Scout Brownie troops or Juliettes with adult chaperone Dates: Friday, January 24 to Saturday, January 25, 2020 When: Arrive at 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Friday, Depart at 2 p.m. Saturday Where: Tomahawk Ranch Girl Scout Camp near Bailey– enjoy heated cabins with bunk beds and bathrooms During this Journey camp, Brownies will have a blast finding out how engineers use “design” thinking to solve problems. The Ambassadors will guide them in three “design” thinking activities to explore hands-on what it is like to think like an engineer. You will also receive materials for your group to work on a design project to help others. Your girls can take their design project with them to share with their community for their Take Action Project to complete their Journey. Cost: $70 per girl, $40 per adult- price does not include Journey patches. Girls must attend with adult. Adults above safety-wise ratios pay girl rate. Registration deadline: Tuesday, January 7 Register/pay online: https://browniethinklikeanengineer.cheddarup.com Email cross.maria.e@gmail.com with questions. 40963104_tle_brownie_flyer_registration This story was submitted using the Share Your Stories form. You can share your Girl Scout moments, too. #GSCOevents #STEM #NorthernampNortheasternCO #Longmont #GirlScoutCamp #TomahawkRanch #MetroDenver #camp

THANK YOU to all the Girl Scouts who entered the drawing for the giant plush rhino! CONGRATULATIONS to the winner, Faith B. As part of the qualifications for the giant rhino drawing, we asked Girl Scouts who entered the give-away to do some online research, answer a few questions on the entry form, and share their future aspirations for advocating for animals. The 2019 Fall Product Program mascot was the Northern white rhino, a creature that is now nearly extinct. Knowing that Girl Scouts are the leaders of today and tomorrow, we wanted to appeal to girls who may join the efforts to save the rhinos, help other threatened or endangered species, or work in other ways to protect animals. All of the Girl Scouts who completed an entry form did a great job sharing detailed information that they discovered about the Colorado animal rescue organizations that they researched, endangered species in Colorado, and sharing their aspirations about caring for and protecting animals! Girls who entered the contest will receive an “Animal Protector” patch and a personal thank you note from GSCO staff. Patches will be mailed with cards mid-January. #2019FallProductProgram #FallProductProgram

Space is still available for the Winter Adventure overnight event at Twisted Pine with Outdoor Adventure Club Explorers! This event is open to any Girl Scout in sixth grade to register individually. Dates: Friday, January 24, 2020 6 p.m. – Saturday, January 25       4 p.m. Fee: $50 (Grants and discounts are available) This event features a winter wonderland of outdoor activities! You’ll spend the day participating in a variety of winter activities (weather dependent) including hiking and/or snowshoeing, a snow scavenger hunt, and snow science. In the evening, you’ll practice your outdoor cooking skills with a ‘cast iron chef’ challenge! To register or learn more: https://www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org/en/events-repository/2020/outdoor_adventure_cl.html The Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC) is a GSCO staff-led program for older Girl Scouts offering monthly high adventure activities such as mountain biking, rock climbing, white water rafting, and skiing. Visit the Outdoor Adventure Club website for more information, and sign up at the interest list below to be notified of future OAC events. OAC Explorers (6th grade) single event interest list OAC Trailblazers (7th- 12th grade) single event interest list Questions? Email inquiry@gscolorado.org #OutdoorAdventureClub #GSCOevents #OAC #TwistedPine #olderGirlScouts #MetroDenver

“Goodnight Moon” at Denver Center for the Performing Arts is a lively musical based on the beloved story! As the clock strikes seven o’clock, all your favorite characters in the Great Green Room spring to life on stage: Bunny, kittens and mittens, bears and chairs, the red balloon, a (not-so-quiet) old lady, and – of course – cows jumping over the magical moon. Featuring whimsical music and dance, this captivating adaptation of “Goodnight Moon” is produced as a part of the DCPA’s Theatre for Young Audiences program, which focuses on performances tailored for Pre-K through third grade audiences. The performance is one-hour. Limited $16 tickets are available for the 1:30 p.m. performance on January 25, 2020. There is also a post-show workshop for Girl Scout Daisies and Brownies with teaching artists! All Girl Scouts receive a patch for attending. Register now: https://www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org/en/events-repository/2020/goodnight_moon.html Please click here to view the event flier. All attendees must be registered Girl Scout members and all adults must be approved volunteers. Email amy.myers@gscolorado.org with event questions. If you have trouble completing registration, please contact inquiry@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. #communityparnterships #GSCOevents #Denver #communitypartners #MetroDenver #DCPA #DenverCenterforthePerformingArts

Girl Scout Day with University of Denver Gymnastics is Sunday, January 12, 2020 at 2 p.m.  Watch University of Denver Pioneers take on the University of Minnesota. Nationally ranked #7 DU is led by Coach of the Year Melissa Kitcher-Rinehart and reigning NCAA National Co-Champion on floor Lynnzee Brown. There will also be a post-meet autograph session on North Concourse. Register now: https://www.girlscoutsofcolorado.org/en/events-repository/2020/girl_scout_day_at_du.html There is special Girl Scout ticket pricing! General admission tickets are $5, plus fees. For groups of 20 or more, contact Max Miller at (303) 871-6048 or max.g.miller@du.edu. Questions? Email amy.myers@gscolorado.org #UniversityofDenver #WomensGymnastics #GSCOevents #Communitypartnerships #Denver #DU #communitypartners #DUWomensGymnastics #MetroDenver #Gymnastics

Watch Colorado College Women’s Basketball take on the University of Dallas at El Pomar Arena in Colorado Springs on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 4 p.m. Admission is FREE for all Girl Scouts in uniform or Girl Scout attire. There will also be a post-game autograph session for Girl Scouts! Pre-registration is not required. Questions? Email amy.myers@gscolorado.org #GSCOevents #ColoradoSprings #ColoradoCollege #Communitypartnerships #communitypartners #PikesPeak

Girl Scouts, families, and friends are invited to an over-the-top holiday extravaganza at The Hangar at Stanley Marketplace in Aurora. Exclusive Girl Scout discounted tickets available: $10 on December 19 and $15 from December 20 – January 5. Available by phone only: (303) 446-4829. Stanley Marketplace will be transformed by an over-the-top indoor immersive installation. Camp Christmas is Denver’s newest holiday experience, where yuletide traditions of the past and present get merrily mashed together in a massive 10,000-square-foot wonderland. Come in from the cold with your whole family and get wrapped in the ooey-gooey, odd, and sweet rituals that have brought light to the darkness of winter for thousands of years. Ticket alert: Camp Christmas has been selling out, especially on weekends and school holidays. Because tickets for each time slot are limited, we highly encourage purchasing tickets in advance. Questions? Email amy.myers@gscolorado.org. #GSCOevents #Communitypartnerships #Aurora #holidays #StanleyMarketplace #holiday #communitypartners #MetroDenver #Christmas

Submitted by Nancy Mucklow Mountain Communities Steamboat Springs Daisy Club visited Johnny B. Goods Diner in Steamboat Springs. It was not only a special treat to end our session of the After School Action Daisy Troop, it was a fun way to explore money, coins, bills, budgets, and what we can buy with our cash. Girls learned about coins, how they add up, and we talked about ways to spend them. AND we talked about things to do that DON’T cost money. We “budgeted” for our milkshake outing and the girls got to pick out a milkshake to share with their buddy! These go-getters and risk-taker Daisy girls tried a milkshake that was new to them, a flavor they had never tried! This story was submitted using the Share Your Stories form. You can share your Girl Scout moments, too. #Daisy #moneymanagement #GirlScoutDaisy #Daisies #SteamboatSprings #GirlScoutDaisies #money #mountaincommunities