Octoberfest
LIFE IS GOOD
October 10th to October 12th, 2008
Camp Lou Henry Hoover
Middleville, NJ07855
973-383-3220
Girl Scouts of Washington Rock Council
Camp Lou Henry Hoover
201 Grove Street East
Westfield, NJ07090
908-232-3236 ext. 1226
908-232-4508 - fax
Life is Good!!! And here is your chance to participate in a weekend that has been set as a getaway for you and your friends. Join us for a fun-filled weekend for women ages 21+ where you’ll be pampered, enjoy creative activities, share stimulating conversation, enjoy the entertainment, dine in our fabulous dining hall, and meet interesting adults from all walks of life. We guarantee a stress free weekend and promise you’ll return home refreshed and renewed!
How do you Register?
Complete the enclosed registration form. Choose your workshops, your unit preference and your buddies. Calculate your weekend fee by using the chart on the following page. Add the additional charges for your first-choice workshops, massages, manicures and more. If you need financial assistance to attend this weekend and are a registered adult Girl Scout in Washington Rock, please ask for a GAFA form to be sent to you.
Registration Information: Weekend costs are detailed on the registration form. The deadline for registrations is October 1, 2008. Confirmation packets will be mailed on September 15, 2008.
Activity Fees:Our workshop presenters need to purchase their class materials ahead of time so activity fees, if any, are due with your registration. (If the class is cancelled you will receive a refund.)
Weekend Gear:A packing list will be mailed as part of your confirmation packet. Bring bedding, towels, toiletries, a mug with your name on it, flashlight, activity supplies if needed, appetizers to share for Friday evening, and a playful sense of adventure. Please bring your appetizers with you to the dining hall on Friday evening to share during our Friday Night Kickoff.
Meals:All meals will be served buffet style in the camp dining hall. Please bring an appetizer to share for on Friday evening. Alcohol is allowed at this all adult event. Please bring your beverage choice for Friday evening to Friday Night Kickoff. If you do not wish to stay with others who may wish to partake in an adult beverage, please note this on the registration form. Dry housing will be available. All adults should be responsible when drinking and mindful of those around. Quiet time begins at 11:00 pm for all camp participants.
SCHEDULE
Friday, October 10th6:30 pm
Registration – CohenCenter
7:30 – 8:00 pm
Appetizers and Wine Party
8:00 pm
Joyful Noise Drum Workshop Join us in an evening of drumming, playing together, weaving rhythm, story and song! / Saturday, October 11th
8:00 amBreakfast
9:00-10:30 amSession 1
10:45-12:15 amSession 2
12:30 pmLunch
2:00-3:30 pmSession 3
3:45-5:15 pmSession 4
5:15- 6:15 pmFree Time
6:30 pmDinner
8:00 pm
Campfire and Songs / Sunday, October 12th
9:15-10:30am
Continental Breakfast –
CohenCenter
10:45-11:00 am
Sharing and Farewells
Girl Scouts of Washington Rock Council
201 Grove Street East, Westfield, NJ07090
Fax – 908-232-4508 Phone – 908-232-3236 ext. 1226CampManager
E-mail: CampManager,
Octoberfest Registration
October 10th to 12th
Camp Lou Henry Hoover - Middleville, NJ
Please print or type all information on this form and mail to above address. Please use one registration form per person. Checks should be made payable to GSWRC.
Name______Home phone______
Address______Work phone______
City______State_____Zip______
E-mail address______
REGISTRATION FEES: Mark your participation by circling “Yes” in last column.
Full weekend participants / Includes housing, four meals, evening snacks, four workshops, and patch. / $95 per person / YesFriday to Saturday participants / Includes one night’s housing, three meals, evening snack, four workshops and patch. / $75 per person / Yes
Saturday to Sunday participants / Includes one night’s housing, three meals, evening snack, four workshops, and patch. / $75 per person / Yes
Saturday only participants / Includes lunch and dinner on Saturday, four workshops and patch / $50 per person / Yes
Please note:Your meals and workshop materials are purchased several weeks prior to the event. Refunds will not be honored after October 1, 2008.
Long Sleeved T-shirt with the event logo$20.00
*Must be included with payment to secure order. Shirts are available for pickup on Friday night.
Circle your shirt sizeSmall Medium Large X-large2X-Large
Additional costs for workshop choices, chair massage, manicure, etc.:$______
$ ______
Total Payment Enclosed:$______
Credit Card PaymentPlease circle one
VisaAmerican ExpressMastercardCard # ______
Signature:______Date:______
Workshop Preferences
Read each course description and times. Please indicate first, second, and third choices.
Please put the appropriate code and title for each session
1st Choice / 2nd Choice / 3rd ChoiceSession 1
9:00 – 10:30
Session 2
10:45 – 12:15
Session 3
2:00 – 3:30
Session 4
3:45 – 5:15
Table MassageIncrements of 15 and 30 minutes for $10
Please circle the desired amount of time 15 min = $20 30 min = $35Total $ ______
Manicure$11 eachYesNo
Please be prepared that you may need to miss a portion of a workshop to participate in a massage or manicure. These activities overlap with the other workshops taking place.
I would like to be in a sleeping unit with:
Name______Name ______
Check one:I prefer to sleep in a:
Heated Cabin _____Platform Tent ____Counselor Cabin _____
Please check sleeping arrangements that you prefer:
_____Early to bed (unit is quiet by 10 pm)
_____Night Owls (stay up as later without disturbing early to bed units)
_____Special (health and mobility needs)
_____ Dry cabin (no alcohol allowed in this cabin)
Make sure that the buddy you have requested would like the same sleeping arrangements.
I am unable to attend Octoberfest 2008. Please accept this donation to CampLou Henry Hoovertowards the Pavilion Fund. The Pavilion is to be a multi purpose shelter to be used for program, campfires, and more.
$______
Session 1
Horseback Riding – 1A
Take a short ride to nearby by 4 Winds Horse Ranch and spend the morning enjoying the beauty of SussexCounty during a trail ride. All levels of riding experience can enjoy this trail ride. Fee - $40 Double Session
Wine Basket with Stencil Accent – 1B
Instructor – Debbi Zvanut
Weave a basket for a wine or bubble bath bottle. Perfect for a gift or to grace your holiday table. This round cylinder basket has a swing handle and is made with flat reed. A variety of color accents are available and a stenciled ash insert is optional. Perfect for beginners or those with more experience. Bring old scissors or garden shears, measuring tape, flat head screw driver, 12 clip clothes pins, basin/bucket and old towel. Limited to 10 participants. Fee $10 – Double Session
Knots to Wear – 1C
Instructor – Rose Norrish
Learn how some knots can be made into very attractive jewelry and not for camping but for wearing! Bring two bandanas and a pair of scissors. See how to make earrings, friendship knots, a monkey’s fist and more.
Painted Wine Glasses – 1D
Instructor – Marybeth Journe
Spending the morning creating and painting your own set of matching wine glasses. Marybeth will provide designs and the materials to make these beautiful, useable glasses that can be shared or used at home. Fee $25 – Double Session
Can You Can-Oe? – 1E
Spend an hour enjoying the beautiful fall foliage while you stretch your paddling muscles on SwartswoodLake.
Fall Gardening – 1F
Instructor – Mary Jean Parmelee
Spend the morning working in the Hoover garden – caring for the butterfly bushes, planting some fall plants and bulbs and creating a beautiful spot for reflection and quiet.
Session 2
Yoga – 2A
Yoga is the practice of entering the sanctuary of the body to quiet the restlessness of the mind. It is an experience of using asanas (postures) to go inward and discover what blocks us from living joyfully and in alignment with the body’s natural rhythms. Wear comfortable clothing. Come and rejuvenate!
Silk Screening – 2B
Instructor – Mary Jean Parmelee
Learn how to design and create your own silk screens. Bring a hand drawn design with you and something to silk screen on. You will learn how to make temporary and permanent screens during this morning workshop. Bring your own shirt or something cotton or purchase one through the Trading Post for $4.00.
Finance for Women – 2C
Instructor – Marion Morrissey
Unravel the mystery of wills and trusts, investments, saving money on taxes, planning for college expenses and for retirement! Other subjects will be discussed.
The 370 Day Expedition – 2D
Instructor – Kathy Jackson
A powerpoint presentation about how an adult, Girl Scout took life’s challenges and turned them into an unexpected, 370 day sojourn to five countries on two continents. Handouts will be given at the end on a collection of traveling on a budget, tips and hints.
Photography – 2E
Instructor – Mary Clancy
Is taking photos your thing? Well, here is your chance to learn more about lighting, composition, balance and more in this hour and half long workshop. Whether you want to take candid or staged shots this is your chance to gain more practical experience. Bring either a digital and/or 35 mm camera.
Session 3
Canoe/Nature Hike – 3A
Instructors – unknown
Increase your canoeing skills as you paddle to the other side of the lake for a nature hike. Beginner canoers welcomed! Double session.
CPR Course – 3B
Instructor – Heather Trumpore
Become certified in CPR by an American Red Cross Instructor. During this course you will receive all materials and learn the necessary skills to save a life. Fee $25 – Double Session
Ropes Course Instructor – 3C
Instructors – Alison Taylor
This course is a great way to help the girls take risks, build self-esteem and improve teamwork. This training qualifies you to lead your troop at the Camp Hoover Challenge Course. Dress comfortably, warmly and wear boots. Double Session
Stamping Class I – 3D
Instructor – Cyndy Ponczek
Want to learn more in-depth stamping techniques then just stamping cards and scrap booking? This is the class for you! At this class you will take your stamping abilities above and beyond! In this class you’ll make a “squash” book. You can carry it around to show off your kids, grandkids, pets, whatever! A little folding, embellishing, viola! You have a new little album/book to give as a give or put your latest pictures in! Please bring: 12” paper cutter with scoring blade, paper snips, bone folder and adhesive it you have it. Fee $10
Floral Design – 3E
Instructor – Dot Hooker
Try your creativity by making a floral arrangement using a variety of silk flowers in a watering can. It can be given as a gift or added to any home for a splash of color. Limited to 10 participants. All material provided. Fee - $12
Decadent Desserts – 3F
Instructor – Deb Hooker
During this hour and half spend time creating delicious hors desserts that can be shared with all after dinner. Chocolate covered strawberries, cakes and more! All participants will receive copies of the recipes.
Session 4
The Art of Paper Cutting – 4A
Instructor – Jackie Hilles
Paper cutting is a common folk art that goes by many different names. In German and Pennsylvania “Dutch”, it’s Scherenschnitte and in Polish it’s Wycinanki. As beautiful as some these works of art are, it’s easy to recreate them at home. You’ve practiced paper cutting before – when you were a child and made snowflakes at school. With colored paper, scissors, glue and a pattern, you can create your own works of art.
Stamping Class II – 4B
Instructor – Cyndy Ponczek
Want to learn more in-depth stamping techniques then just stamping cards and scrap booking? This is the class for you! At this class you will take your stamping abilities above and beyond! This class you’ll make a stand up photo album/frame. This is a great gift to give or keep it for yourself. Keep it on your desk and change the photo everyday like the new “digital” frames change. Please bring: 12” paper cutter with scoring blade, paper snips, bone folder and adhesive it you have it. Fee $15.
The Sweet Outdoors – 4C
Instructors – Kathleen Cunningham and Diane Barker
Sick of S'mores? Bored with Banana Boats? Learn to make some new campfire desserts that will tantalize your taste buds.
Pilates – 4D
The Pilates method is a system designed to lengthen muscles as it strengthens them, with an emphasis on muscular movement initiation. While improving balance, posture, coordination, strength, flexibility, and balance, it is an effective way to rehabilitate injuries and chronic pain. Wear comfortable clothing.
Watercolor Painting – 4E
Instructor – Marybeth Journe
Learn basic drawing and painting skills to create a beautiful watercolor. The backdrop for your painting will be the water lilies found at the Hoover waterfront. All materials will be supplied.
So just bring yourself, your open mind and your desire to create.
Fee - $12
A Healthier YOU! – 4F
Instructor – NewtonMemorialHospital
Our health is important – learn about current medical information, traditional and complementary medicine. Ask questions and learn how to create the best health environment for YOURSELF!
Song Workshop – 4G
Instructors – Chris Carswell and Loreli Stochaj
Come and learn new songs and share some favorites! This workshops will bring out the kid in you!
ANYTIME
Massages
Looking for a little extra pampering? Professional massages are available in 15 minute and 30 minute increments. Massage appointment times will be reserved as they are received and prepayment must accompany your registration to ensure accommodation. This may overlap with a workshop.
Manicures
Do your hands and nails need a little extra attention? Manicures are available for $11. Manicure appointment times will be reserved as they are received and prepayment must accompany your registration to ensure accommodation. This may overlap with a workshop.
Service Project
Small service projects will be set up throughout the camp for those people who are interested in giving back to CampHoover. The following new or used donations will also be accepted this week: single bed sheets and pillowcases, board games, DVD’s, wash clothes, kitchen dish cloths and towels, potholders, and can openers.
Trails
CampHoover has several hiking trails that can be used by any level of hiker. Trail maps will be located in the Dining Hall. Explore the beauty of CampHoover by walking one or more of the trails on camp. The Self-Guided Nature Trail packets even explains about the wildlife, habitat and foliage found on the 340-acres.
Free Time 5:15 – 6:15
Relax. Read a book. Take a walk. Spend time in the Nature cabin or visit the Ropes course. Play a board game. Or just spend some time catching up with old and new friend
Camp Lou Henry Hoover - Octoberfest 2008
ADULT HEALTH FORM
Please complete all information and return form with your event registration.
Name:______
Address:______
City:______State:______Zip:______
Home Phone:______Date of Birth:______
Emergency contact/relationship:______
Emergency contact phone number:______
Name of insurance carrier:______
Name of primary physician:______
Phone number of primary physician:______
Have you had a tetanus shot in the last five years?YesNo
Do you have any of the following health conditions:
Heart Disease _____Asthma _____High Blood Pressure ______
Diabetes _____Epilepsy _____Other ______
Are you taking any medications at this time?YesNo
If yes, please identify:______
Will you have this/these medications with you at camp?YesNo
Please list all allergies (medicines, food, insect bites, etc.): ______
Please specify and describe allergy reactions and necessary treatment: ______
Are you pregnant?YesNoIf yes, which trimester?1st, 2nd, 3rd
Is there any other health-related information the coordinators of this event should be aware of? ______
Please specify dietary restrictions: ______