Farnsworth Weekend is an energizing and informative event where you can learn new skills, games, songs, or just relax and have fun. New to Girl Scouts? Join us and meet other Girl Scout volunteers, share experiences, and exchange ideas. Bring a friend to share this experience!
The last day to process registrations will be August 31. Note: This is the Wednesday
before Labor Day. This deadline is necessary so
that the organizers and presenters have adequate time to prepare for
the weekend. Thank you for your consideration.
Lunch will be a box lunch that you can take and eat anywhere in camp. You will be able to choose your sandwich option at registration.
Each lunch will come with chips, tortellini salad, and bottled water.
Sign up for an optional overnight on either Friday and/or Saturday night. We have cabin and Bunkhouse accommodations. You are welcome to bring your own tent if you prefer. Once your registration has been processed, you will receive an email with a Sign-up Genius link where you can make your sleeping accommodation selection.
Bunkhouse*
$20.00 per night
Cabin or Bring-Your-Own Tent
$10.00 per night
*Priority for the Bunkhouse will be given to those with medical and CPAP needs.
Per night fee covers accommodation only. Those choosing to stay overnight will have to provide their own food and plan for refrigeration and storage. The Dining Hall will not be open for gathering in the evenings. Unit fire circles are available for campfires and outdoor cooking, Outdoor Adventure Workshop training is required.
Camp Accomodations:
Camp
Farnsworth Map
Troop
Camping Guide
What to bring for the day:
We have a limited selection of apparel available for ordering. Apparel can be ordered until August 20. We can not accept any orders after that date. We will NOT have any apparel available for purchase at the event.
Designs are subject to change.
Women's V-Neck T-shirt
Sizes S-4X available
S-XL: $22.00
2X-4X: $24.00
Unisex Full -Zip Hooded Sweatshirt
Sizes S-4X available
S-XL: $42.00
2X-4X: $44.00
We are excited to welcome back the Farnsworth Weekend Silent Auction. This has been such a fun event in past years, we are happy to offer it once again.
For our weekend participants, the auction will be available during the day on Saturday, with final bids immediately following the luncheon awards ceremony. Stop by throughout the day on your way to your workshops and bid often! We will post all auction winners on signage within the dining hall, and you can pick-up your items and pay before you leave for the day. All items must be taken that day, our staff is unable to transport or ship items out. Payment onsite can be cash, check or credit card.
For our auction donors, please let us know what you are donating prior to Farnsworth weekend so that we can properly promote it and print a bid sheet. We will need name of the item, approximate value, and brief description. You can mail or drop-off items at our Bedford office, or bring your items with you and give to staff when you arrive. If you have any questions about donating items, please contact customercare@girlscoutsgwm.org.
| Friday, September 9 | |
| Arrival time for Friday night campers | 5:00 PM |
| Saturday, September 10 | |
| Arrival and Check-in | 8:15-9:00 AM |
| Flag Ceremony | 8:30 AM |
| Session A | 9:00-11:15 A.M |
| Session I | 9:00-10:00 AM |
| Session II | 10:15-11:15 AM |
| Lunch | 11:15 AM-12:00 PM |
| Volunteer Recognition Reception | 12:00-12:45 PM |
| Session B | 1:00-3:15 PM |
| Session lll | 1:00-2:00 PM |
| Session IV | 2:15-3:15 PM |
| Session C | 3:30-5:45 PM |
| Session V | 3:30-4:30 PM |
| Session VI | 4:45-5:45 PM |
| Checkout and Departure | 5:45-6:15 PM |
| Sunday, September 11 | |
| Unit Kapers | |
| Departure for Saturday night campers | 10:00 AM |
We appreciate the continued efforts of our volunteers and Girl Scouts to do their part to keep our communities safe. While most restrictions are currently lifted, guidelines and guidance from Vermont and New Hampshire do change at times. We recommend you check your local state and town restrictions to determine whether in-person activities are currently allowed.
For Girl Scout activities, masks are no longer required by the council for counties classified as low or medium COVID-19 level by the CDC. Communities with a high level are required to wear masks for Girl Scout activities when inside and a social distance of 3 feet cannot be maintained.
Please refer to GSGWM's COVID-19 page for the latest up-to-date information on our COVID-19 Policies. We will continue to update this page as more information becomes available.
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Alphabet Sampler of Stitches
Girls for many
centuries have stitched alphabet samplers. This workshop teaches
counted stitches to provide a guide to personalizing any fabric items
with minigrams or words. Fabrics, threads, and using waste canvas will
be discussed. The class folder handout will include several alphabets,
counted stitch directions, and alphabet graphs. This workshop has been
developed to provide volunteers with training and instruction to teach
and inspire embroidery. The techniques and projects have been
previously taught or "tested" with youth as young as 8/9
years old.
Presenter: Diana Snyder and Violet Anderson
HSI First Aid, CPR, and AED training
This 2-part
course includes an online course that covers adult, child, and infant
CPR AED and Basic First Aid, and a hands-on skills session to practice
the skills learned in the online course. Part 1 online must be
completed prior to attending the Part 2 skills session at thus
Farnsworth Weekend workshop. Shortly after registration you will
receive an additional email directing you to an external website where
you will register and pay ($50) for this course and then you will
receive the links to the online training portions.
Presenter: Gail Klanchesser
Intermediate Crochet - Amigurumi Basics
Amigurumi
projects are cute and fun to make! Amigurumi is a craft in which you
crochet shapes and stuff them to make three-dimensional objects. There
are more and more amigurumi enthusiasts throughout the world and it is
a fun way to express yourself. You need to know basic crochet
techniques like how to chain, single crochet, increase single crochet,
and decrease single-crochet stitches. Part of this workshop will be
going over how to crochet in the round and then we will make a cute
amigurumi!
Presenter: Pat Decker
Quilt-as-you-go Table Runner
Learn the
quilt-as-you-go technique so that when you sew together your table
runner, using a special layered layout, you will have a completed
project in one session. Basic machine sewing skills needed. Your Girl
Scout-themed fabric kit will be available directly from the instructor
for $10.
Presenter: Joanne Dickie
Woodworking
Did you ever want to try your hand at
using power tools? Come visit the woodshop and make a useful take-home
project (different than prior years). Bring work gloves and safety
glasses. There is a $15 additional charge for this workshop and will
be due at check in for the weekend.
Presenter: Ron Magoon
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Alcohol Ink Tiles
Create custom ceramic tiles
using alcohol ink dyes. Dyes have an isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol base
and can be manipulated in fascinating and unpredictable ways when
mixed with other liquid mediums and applied to a nonporous surface.
Make two tile coasters to take home.
Presenter: Sue Rochford
Archery: Beginner Level
Learn archery fundamentals
and safety while testing your skills! Practice proper form, learn to
score the sport, and try a friendly competition.
Presenter: Camp Staff
Free Time
It’s your choice: sleep, read a book,
sit in the sun, chat with friends, take a walk, etc.
Presenter: You!
Fun with Pie Irons
What is a pie iron and how do I
use it? Come join us and experience the fun and versatility of pie
iron cooking on a campfire, including how to clean and season
your pie iron and some
basic recipes. Come join us for a hot treat, conversation and fun
with pie irons!
Presenter: Jesse and Tara Pacht
Girl Scout Service
Help out with a camp service
project or be a Farnsworth Weekend helper!
Presenter: You!
Pine Cone Wreaths 101
Using a wire box wreath ring
and a bag of white pinecones, you can make a natural holiday or
everyday wreath that can be used year after year without fading or
wilting. Can also be used as a table decoration. The wreath can be
decorated with ribbon, faux (or real) flowers and adapted for any
season.
Presenter: Joan DeYoreo
Positive Behavior Intervention Support
Learn how to utilize Positive Behavior Intervention Support
(PBIS) to teach behavior expectations and strategies, and promote
safety and good behavior. You will have an opportunity to share and
straegize about specific concerns you may have for your troop.
Presenter: Amanda Powell
SWAPS 101
New to swapping or have no idea what a
SWAP is? Join us to learn all about swapping and make some SWAPS to
share this weekend!
Presenter: Debb King
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Archery: Beginner Level
Learn archery fundamentals
and safety while testing your skills! Practice proper form, learn to
score the sport, and try a friendly competition.
Presenter: Camp Staff
Free Time
It’s your choice: sleep, read a book,
sit in the sun, chat with friends, take a walk, etc.
Presenter: You!
Fun with Pie Irons
What is a pie iron and how do I
use it? Come join us and experience the fun and versatility of pie
iron cooking on a campfire, including how to clean and season
your pie iron and some
basic recipes. Come join us for a hot treat, conversation and fun
with pie irons!
Presenter: Jesse and Tara Pacht
Girl Scout Service
Help out with a camp service
project or be a Farnsworth Weekend helper!
Presenter: You!
GS Traditions and Ceremonies
Do you know how to do
the Girl Scout handshake? Come learn all about Girl Scout traditions.
Ceremonies are rooted in Girl Scout traditions and are a great way to
begin your meeting, recognize new girls and achievements accomplished
through out the year. Come learn about all the different ceremonies
you can do with your troop.
Presenter: Debb King
Magical Miniatures
This workshop is full of
charming Harry Potter crafts even muggles can make! We will be making
minature crafts from three different areas: potions, papercrafts, and
3-D ornaments. All easy to do from low-cost materials.
Presenter: Patty Levesque
Nature Reverse Tie-Dye
No messy dyes! Learn how to
use items found in the outdoors to create beautifully decorated
clothing. This technique is safe even to teach Daisies. Bring two
solid, dark-colored, 100% cotton items such as T-shirts, pillowcases,
bandanas, etc. Please launder first.
Presenter: Katie McGarry
Pool Water Aerobics
Want to get your blood pumping,
work off a few calories, and have some fun? Join us in Camp
Farnsworth’s heated salt-water pool for an enjoyable an easy water
aerobics session with exercises set to music. Being in a pool is
always splashy fun!
Presenter: Vera Kirk
Seaglass Art
Use sea shells, sea glass, and sand to
make a piece of art work on a glass frame. Bring shells, sea glass,
and driftwood you have collected or use what is supplied. Resin will
be used to attach pieces to glass. You will take home a finish framed
glass piece.
Presenter: Kim Lemear
Traveling with your Troop
From budget to
destination, we will help you help learn how to help your girls to
take the trip of a lifetime. Using the Girl Scout travel progression
plan, we will cover Daisy to Ambassador trip planning.
Presenter: Tammy Downing and Amanda Powell
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Eating on the Wild Side:
Foraging for Beginners
Learn to identify, eat, and
appreciate a variety of edible plants wherever you go, whether in your
own yard, on a walk in town, or hiking in the fields and woods. Weeds
will never look the same to you again!
Presenter: Joan DeYoreo
Embellishing with Stitches
Want to teach
embroidery to your troop and wonder what to use for a design? This
class will give options that are ready or quickly made available.
They include copying photographs, drawing with fabric markers, fabric,
and cutting paper patterns. Each will be presented and discussed in
this workshop and participants will stitch one item using surface
stitiches. The class folder handout contains illustrations,
instructions, and materials for all methods. This workshop has been
developed to provide volunteers with training and instruction to teach
and inspire embroidery. The techniques and projects have been
previously taught or "tested" with youth as young as 8/9
years old.
Presenter: Diana Synder
Food Preservation
Ever wonder how our ancestors
made delicious, home-cooked meals without being able to run to a
grocery store? Learn the lost art of canning and food preservation.
Participants will learn safe canning practices and make their own
fresh jam to take home. Other preservation methods such as
dehydrating, salt curing, and root cellaring will be briefly discussed
as well.
Presenter: Ashley Wright
Girl Scout My Promise, My Faith Pins
We will model
how to lead a lesson on the first step towards earning the My Promise,
My Faith Girl Scout Pin. As a group, we will share connections between
the Girl Scout Law and our faith. Any and all faiths are welcome and
we will meet you where you are at spiritually.
Presenter: Dr. Danielle "Doc" Goodwin
Letterboxing
Letterboxes are hidden all around the
world, some in plain sight. Your girls will love the challenge of
following clues to find them! At our workshop, we will make our own
letterboxing stamp and logbook. Next, we will put our collective
brains to the test and find a hidden treasure on Farnsworth’s
property!
Presenter: Debbie Payne
Old Things into New
Do you have old clothes that
you can't part with and want to save, but are maybe full of holes?
Learn how to upcycle them into new ones! Or if you have a favorite
pair of pants or T-shirt, give it a new life!
Presenter: Martha DeYoreo
Recycled Bags
Use your resources wisely by making
a a durable reusable tote bag from pet food bags. We will have bags
available from which to use or you can bring one of our own. It must
be from a 25 lb or greater bag and woven on the inside (see picture of
bag examples). We will be using sewing machines to stitch up these
bags.
Presenter: Allyson Fritz
Woodworking
Make a useful take-home project. Bring
work gloves and safety gDid you ever want to try your hand at using
power tools? Come visit the woodshop and make a useful take-home
project (different than prior years). Bring work gloves and safety
glasses. There is a $15 additional charge for this workshop and will
be due at check in for the weekend.
Presenter: Ron Magoon
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Civics 101
Civil engagement is just one way Girl
Scouts advocate for positive change and make the world a better place.
Though most girls may be too young to cast a ballot, they can still
mobilize their communities to take action. Come and learn more about
the new Democracy badges.
Presenter: Cassie Levesque
Fall Product Sale Training
Open to all volunteers
wishing to participate with their troop in the Fall Product Sale.
Especially for new leaders or volunteers newer to the program,topics
cover navigation of the online platform, program theme, and program
timeline.
Presenter: Robin Boyd and Lauren McFarland
Free Time
It’s your choice: sleep, read a book,
sit in the sun, chat with friends, take a walk, etc.
Presenter: You!
Girl Scout Escape Room
Hone your investigation
skills with our Girl Scout-themed escape room! One of our beloved Girl
Scout cookie recipes has been stolen - can you solve the mystery of
who did it and why? Solve puzzles, find clues, and have fun - then
learn about the process of creating an escape room of your own.
Presenter: Janet Whatmough and Tara Lagasse
Girl Scout Service
Help out with a camp service
project or be a Farnsworth Weekend helper!
Presenter: You!
Golden Eaglet Challenge
Celebrate the first Girl
Scout Highest Awards by taking part in the Golden Eaglet Challenge IV.
Come test your knowledge and skills of the first Highest Award for
Girl Scouts. See what the uniforms were like. Learn forgotten skills
such as semaphore, and what it took to earn the International
Knowledge, Artist, and Child Nurse badges, and lots more. Patch
included.
Presenter: Tara Pacht
Pellet Rifle Training - Beginners
Our shooting
range allows participants to learn and practice riflery skills using
.177 caliber pellet rifles under the guidance of range-trained staff.
Basic firearms safety and marksmanship training will be covered.
Presenter: Steve Boyd
Songs and Games
Come play! Learn fun games and
songs to teach your troop and share your own ideas!
Presenter: Debb King
Waterfront: Boating
Try out different kinds of
boating on Lake Abenaki. Practice your canoe fundamentals, then paddle
out to explore Lake Abenaki at your own pace. Or learn to balance and
steer, then explore the coves of Lake Abenaki by paddleboard.
Workshop is first-come, first-served on choosing the type of
boat. Sign up for more than one session to try both!
Presenter: Camp Staff
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Art Journaling
Create a visual diary - record
keepng combined with creativity for artists and non-artists alike.
This allows you to relax, think, and experiment with new mediums in a
pressure-free zone. If you are looking for ways to decompress and
explore your thoughts and moods. Consider starting a journal
today!
Presenter: Cassie Levesque
Farnsworth Weekend Quilters - 2022 Quilt Challenge
Join us as we showcase quilts from past year’s Farnsworth
Weekend quilt block exchange and discuss the project for this coming
year. This year we are going to try something a little different, a
"quilt challenge." Many quilting guilds hold a quilt
challenge every year and it is a is a great way to stretch your
imagination and be inspired. Come and learn all about the
challenge!
Presenter: Joanne Dickie
Free Time
It’s your choice: sleep, read a book,
sit in the sun, chat with friends, take a walk, etc.
Presenter: You!
Girl Scout Escape Room
Hone your investigation
skills with our Girl Scout-themed escape room! One of our beloved Girl
Scout cookie recipes has been stolen - can you solve the mystery of
who did it and why? Solve puzzles, find clues, and have fun - then
learn about the process of creating an escape room of your own.
Presenter: Janet Whatmough and Tara Lagasse
Girl Scout Service
Help out with a camp service
project or be a Farnsworth Weekend helper!
Presenter: You!
Ten-Minute Time Fillers
There will be many times
during a troop meeting when an activity takes less time than you
planned or you may find that plans have changed, leaving you with some
extra time. In these instances, time fillers can help make a good
meeting a great meeting! Come learn and try a few time fillers and
have fun! You will take away several ideas for time-fillers and how to
incorporate the activities to make them girl-led.
Presenter: Debb King
Twisted Gimp Wrap Bracelet
Make a wrapped of woven
gimp-adorned wrap bracelet. Materials will be provide but feel free
to to bring your own plastic lacing if you have favorite colors.
Presenter: Elizabeth Krah
Waterfront: Boating
Try out different kinds of
boating on Lake Abenaki. Practice your canoe fundamentals, then paddle
out to explore Lake Abenaki at your own pace. Or learn to balance and
steer, then explore the coves of Lake Abenaki by paddleboard.
Workshop is first-come, first-served on choosing the type of
boat. Sign up for more than one session to try both!
Presenter: Camp Staff
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Basket Weaving
Make a simple 6-inch basket of
flat reed and cording or presenters' choice. Bring a regular (~2 1/2
gal) bucket or larger, scissors, towels, spring clothespins, pencil,
and yardstick or ruler.
Presenter: Karen and Betsey Krah
Box Oven Cooking - Make and Take
Come learn about
box oven cooking. You will make your own box oven, use it to make a
simple snack, and take it home for your next campout.
Presenter: Chris Haswell, Debbie Payne, Gail Logan
Gadget Cushion
The gadget cushion can be used as a
"home" for your phone, makeup mirror, use as a pincushion
and thread holder and more. Filled with crushed walnut shells or
polyfil stuffing. Please let us know of any nut allergies. Basic
machine sewing skills needed.
Presenter: Sue Bates
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Finding Your Roots - Geneaology
Genealogy is
tracing the lines of your ancestors and their descendants. It's the
history of your family with the untold stories of ancestors you have
always wanted to know. Join us to learn how to start your family
discovery.
Presenter: Patty Levesque
Free Time
It’s your choice: sleep, read a book, sit
in the sun, chat with friends, take a walk, etc.
Presenter: You!
Girl Scout Service
Help out with a camp service
project or be a Farnsworth Weekend helper!
Presenter: You!
GSGWM Alumnae Book Club Meeting
Have you heard
about the GSGWM Alumnae Book Club? Several members of the Alumnae
Association have been meeting monthly via Zoom for almost 2 years now
to read and talk about books. Members decide on the book selection and
we have explored several genres. This is a great opportunity to get
into a regular reading routine, meet and talk with alumnae and maybe
try some reading selections outside your normal reading material. The
book that will be discussed will be announced soon. Come see what it
is all about!.
Presenter: Shanna Bertrand
Math in Nature
Want to learn more about the new
Math In Nature badges? Doc will break down the math for you and show
you how to see math in the world all around you. If you are nervous
about math, get ready to let your math anxiety go!
Presenter: Dr. Danielle "Doc" Goodwin
Pellet Rifle Training- Beginners
Our shooting range
allows participants to learn and practice riflery skills using .177
caliber pellet rifles under the guidance of range-trained staff. Basic
firearms safety and marksmanship training will be covered.
Presenter: Steve Boyd
Time with GSGWM Board
Spend time with our
council’s Board of Directors to chat and learn about the latest
council efforts and future strategy. Questions regarding governance
topics (the board's pervue) are welcome.
Presenter: GSGWM Board
Waterfront: Boating
Try out different kinds of
boating on Lake Abenaki. Practice your canoe fundamentals, then paddle
out to explore Lake Abenaki at your own pace. Or learn to balance and
steer, then explore the coves of Lake Abenaki by paddleboard.
Workshop is first-come, first-served on choosing the type of
boat. Sign up for more than one session to try both!
Presenter: Camp Staff
What's in your First Aid Kit?
Learn how to stock
and build a first aid kit and how to use everything in it to share
with your troop. We'll also cover tips for helping your troop earn
their First Aid badge.
Presenter: Gail Klanchesser
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
Cybersecurity - Girl Scout Badges
Cybersecurity
should be everyone’s concern and responsibility. Did you know there
are 3 Cybersecurity badges for each level of Girl Scouts from Daisy to
Ambassador? Developed in partnership with Palo Alto Networks, a world
leading cybersecurity organization, these badges equip girls with the
knowledge, skills, and hand-on experience necessary to thrive in the
interconnected world we live in and to become cybersecurity leaders of
tomorrow. But are you thinking I am no cyber security expert how am I
going to help the girls? Come talk with someone who works in
cybersecurity about the badges and activities so you can become more
confident is working these badges with the girls.
Presenter: Tiffany Bonneau
Free Time
It’s your choice: sleep, read a book,
sit in the sun, chat with friends, take a walk, etc.
Presenter: You!
Girl Scout Service
Help out with a camp service
project or be a Farnsworth Weekend helper!
Presenter: You!
Glass Etching
Learn how to decorate glassware with
beautiful etching designs. We will be using an etching cream to
create a unique etched glass piece and discuss safety while doing this
craft. All supplies needed will be provided. Eye protection (glasses
or sfety glasses) is recommended.
Presenter: Stephanie Gosselin
Personal Wellness - change your habits, change your life
Wellness is a dynamic, ever-changing process: an approach to
living life in a way that allows you to become the best kind of person
you can be. Don't worry about getting it perfect; just get going and
become the best kind of person you can be and have peace in your
life.
Presenter: Patty Levesque
Simple Compass Games
Learning how to use a compass
is a skill that everyone who enjoys the outdoors will find useful and
can be essential if you walk in isolated areas or in more challenging
conditions. Come learn some games and activities designed to teach
your girls how to use a compass.
Presenter: Katie McGarry
We reserve the right to cancel workshops due to low enrollment or other circumstances.
