Celebrate 100 Years of Scouting a Stokoe Farm in Scottsville

October 2nd and 3rd

Stokoe Farms recognizes the strong foundation of leadership, service, and community for America’s youth. We celebrate this legacy and commit ourselves to inspire and prepare future generations.

Discounted Admission Includes:

• Only $6 per person – a $9.25 value
• Includes general admission – for youth members and their immediate family members
• Youth members receive a FREE small pumpkin
• One 1 group leader FREE

Please call to register your group or complete/submit our event form. It will make your check-in process smoother and faster.

Harvest Barn reserved seating:

• Have a special eating and meeting place for your group or family!
• Reserved seating is from 10 am – 1:30 pm or 2 pm – 5:30 pm, but you are welcome to enjoy all the Farm activities during our regular hours 10 am until 6 pm.
• Each table is 14 feet long and seats about 18 adults. Seating is on real straw bales, and the tables are covered with red and white checked tablecloth.

Cost is $25 per table. Payment is required at the time of booking the reservation. The payment is refundable only if canceled at least two 2 weeks prior to the reservation. If it rains you may reschedule. We accept cash, check, or credit card.

*General admission is not included in table reservation fee.

via Welcome to Stokoe Farms – Scout, Youth and Church Groups.

FLT Passport Program – 12 Family-Friendly Hikes on the Finger Lakes Trail « New York Outdoors Blog

Passport to Family Wellness: Discover the Finger Lakes Trail

Print the Passport PDF »

Pick up your FREE Passport, grab the kids, and head out for a hike today. The Finger Lakes Trail Conference, in conjunction with Wegmans, Monro Muffler Brake, Eastern Mountain Sports, and Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort, has produced a free 44 page booklet highlighting 12 family-friendly hikes on the Finger Lakes Trail. The hikes range in length from about 1 to 5 miles and are located between Letchworth on the west and Interstate 81 on the east.

The booklets can be picked up at Wegmans (the ones within the area listed above) or Eastern Mountain Sports (at the moment…more outlets to be listed on the Finger Lakes Trail website soon). A PDF of the booklet is also available by clicking here.

The goal of the Passport Program is to attract NEW hikers, and especially families. Grandparents…consider taking your grandkids for a walk. A patch and other incentives are bring offered for those to complete at least 4 of the 12 hikes.

via FLT Passport Program – 12 Family-Friendly Hikes on the Finger Lakes Trail « New York Outdoors Blog.

GirlScouts : Summer Camp 2010

Girl Scout camp applications can be found in your camp brochure. Send your completed camp application form with payment to the Council Service Center as directed on the form. Please note: The Early Bird discount is available until April 16, 2010. When paying for your camp session(s) please remember to deduct all applicable discounts.

You will receive in the mail an order number for your registration along with an invoice. Final payments are due no later than three (3) weeks prior to your camper’s session date.

Parents please print all forms listed in the confirmation packets below for the camp that your daughter plans to attend. Complete and bring all forms from the camp confirmation packet with your daughter on her first day of camp.

We all are looking forward to a safe and exciting summer!

Find more information at GirlScouts : Summer Camp 2010.

Summer Camp | Piperwood Aug 9, 9am – Aug 11, 5pm, 2010

For girls who aren’t ready to spend overnights or can’t because of sport commitments the option of a one overnight or just attending during the day will be available. Lodges for younger girls and A-frames older girls.

Program will consist of things like crafts, boating, nature, hikes, outdoor cooking, wet activities to cool off in summer heat, campfires, singing, games etc.

Cost will be $50 for the whole program or $40 for the day or one overnight option. Aides from the previous Dogwood camps will be $25. Cost will cover camp rental fees, food, paper, postage and program expenses.

Volunteers are needed that can spend the entire time or some part of it. Childcare will be provided during the daytime hours and a minimal charge to cover food.

Wednesday for closing at 5pm we’ll offer an optional family event……………come look over the camp, have a hot dog dinner at 6pm with campfire & singing before leaving. Cost $5 per family.

For leaders needing their outdoor camping training, I’d like to offer troop camp 1 and/or troop camp 2 during the 3 days. You’ll have to let me know if you are interested.

There will be no transportation supplied but we’ll try to help with carpooling if necessary.
There will be a registration packet and additional info sent to anyone wishing to come.

Anyone wanting to volunteer, sign up their daughter(s) or who want more info please e-mail or call me.
Jeanne Fusco, event organizer
585-226-6434 jfusco33@juno.com

Harlem Globe Trotters in Rochester Feb 6 @ 2pm

Scouts – Save up to $10 per ticket!
No Minimum Ticket Purchase Required

View Order Form

Wicked Can Be So “Wickedly” Fun…In NYC! July 11-16, 2010

Spend the week adding glitter and elbow grease to what it takes to become a rising star. Learn some of the “ins and outs” of the theatre– maybe try your hand at set design, make-up, designing costumes and more. Spend Tuesday and Wednesday of this special week traveling to NYC to see the Broadway production of Wicked and partake in a “Broadway Classroom” with professionals from the cast of Wicked. You will recreate a true Broadway rehearsal taken right from a scene of Wicked. Time will be left to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island along with a little shopping. Swimming, arts and crafts, s’mores, laughter and friends are also included. Girls and parents must attend a pre-trip orientation meeting scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2009, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Buffalo Girl Scout Service Center. Additional information will be sent at a later time.

Girl Scout Fee: $350 per person (fee includes camp photo)
Non-Girl Scout Fee: $390 per person (fee includes camp photo)

Space is limited so look for your camp catalog coming in February and register your spot for this great event!

Wegmans Cooking Classes for Kids!

Team Cuisine – for Kids!

Are you and your friends ready to explore a place where fun is always on the lesson plan?

Our Team Cuisine private classes for kids are a great idea for school organizations, scout troops or a fun group of friends!  Private classes start at $29 per person—contact Angela at (585) 273-6239 to learn more.

Cancellation Policy

You may receive a refund if you notify us at least 3 days in advance that you cannot attend a class. We reserve the right to cancel a class for any reason.

Date:	Call for available dates and times.
Address:	Wegmans Menu Cooking School at Pittsford 3195 Monroe Ave. Rochester, NY (585) 249-0278
Cost:	Starts at $29 per person.
Attendees:	Minimum 12, Maximum 16 for hands-on, 30 for demonstration

In addition to the information Wegmans provides on the website, here’s some insider scoop for you to consider as well!!

Event Activity Description – Choose One

Kids In The Kitchen  – Fruit & Veggies Take a Dip (1 hr hands-on class) $25 each
(ages 3 & up)
Kids LOVE dips…and parents have found that fruit and veggies become much more appealing when served with a colorful, yummy dip.  This fun, specially priced hands-on class is a great way to share a cooking experience with your kids and you’ll get some great ideas for introducing new fruits and veggies to your family. We will enjoy Fruit Kabobs with Yogurt Dip, Salsa Verde Guacamole and Cheesy Artichoke Dip…
Note: This $25 includes 1 child and 1 adult – minimum of 1 adult per 4 children.

Orient Express (1.5 hr hands-on class) $35 each
(ages 9 & up)
Love Chinese food? It’s soooo easy and fast to make! In no time, you’ll learn, hands-on, to create Ginger Beef & Broccoli; then share the tasty results with your classmates.

Eat Well Live Well Our Principles In Action (1.5 hr demonstration class)  $29 each
(All ages)
Our nutritionist will teach about our “eat well live well” principles as well discuss 2,000 calorie meal plan two ways.
Chef demonstrating our versatile roasting technique.
Enjoy your meal; Roasted Pork Loin with Apples and German Potato Salad.  Questions and answers with Nutritionist & Chef.

International Teen (Ages 12-18) $39 each
Slice & Dice Like an Italian Chef (2 hr hands-on class)
Watching a great Italian chef wield the knives is like watching a magic show! After you taste some slices of America’s greatest salame (made by San Francisco artisans from Old World recipes), you’ll learn, hands-on (and fingers intact!), how to slice & dice like a true pro. The meal: Spring Mix with Marcona Almonds & Goat Cheese served with authentic Stracciatella Soup.

International Teen (Ages 12-18) $39 each
Caribbean Party (2 hr hands-on class)
Hey “mon,” put on your tropical shirts and get ready to host a tropical party right in your own home. Come feel the breezy inspiration as our island-style dinner party featured in the Winter ’08 issue of Wegmans Menu Magazine comes to life.  Our chef shows you how to make all the dishes, while giving you tips to do them right.  In this hands on class we will enjoy Shrimp on Flavored Skewers, Caribbean Black Bean Soup, Tropical Fruit Salad, Slow Roasted Jerk Pork, Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey, Jasmine Mango Rice and Roasted Bananas with Brown Sugar Rum Sauce.

International Teen – (Ages 12-18) $39 each
Adventures in Asian Cuisine (2 hr hands-on class)
Executive Chef Mark Makovec just got back from Thailand, where he learned even more about Asian cuisines. He’ll be sharing his passion for Pan-Asian cuisine in this hands-on class cooking Asian classics like Thai Chicken Dumpling Soup, Eggrolls, Spicy Noodles with Gai Lan and Chicken.

International Teen – (Ages 12-18) $39 each
South of the Border Party (2 hr hands-on class)
Learn new ways to give your meals new flavor excitement! Executive Chef Mark Makovec will teach us in this hands-on class Hispanic-Central American dishes like Corn Bread Pudding, Slow Roasted Achiote-Rubbed Pork, Sofrito Rice, and Butternut Squash Mole.

Wegmans Menu Cooking School additional choices available:

Appetizers:  such as a Sushi tray or American Artisan Cheese tray can get your Culinary Kids taste buds started off for your event…

Customized Gift Bags:  We can customize the perfect gift bag for your guests at the Cooking School.  You select the price and we can have it ready for your guests to take with them to remember their fun event!   We recommend we build your gift bag to complement the class you select – an example of a Stir Fry gift bag:  Tongs, Apron and Wegmans Stir Fry Sauce.

Desserts:  Desserts can be enjoyed at the cooking school such as Ultimate Chocolate Cake or individual Fruit Tarts.
*Menus are subject to change based on seasonal availability of products.

Thank you for considering us for your one of a kind experience at Wegmans!
Angela Volta, Menu Cooking School Manager
Tel: 585-273-6239
Email: angela.volta@wegmans.com

RMSC Girl Scout Camp-Ins for 1st Q 2010

The cost of all camp-in programs at the RMSC and Strasenburg Planetarium is $30 per scout and $10 per adult. Scouts must be chaperoned by an adult.

The camp-in programs include experiments, related activities, and all requirements for a badge. The cost of the program does not include the badge.

The programs also include an evening snack and breakfast the following morning. Please eat dinner before arriving.

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required for all camp-ins.

PROGRAMS

RMSC – Science Exploration

Put your investigative powers to the test. Sleep in the museum. This program covers all requirements to earn Brownie Science Wonders Try-It or a Junior Science Discover Badge.

Sat Jan 30, 2010 – 6 pm – 8 am
Sat Fab 27, 2010 – 6 pm – 8 am
Sat Mar 27, 2010 – 6 pm – 8 am
Fri May 14, 2010 – 6 pm – 8 am

Planetarium – Astronomy

Take a step into space – learn about stars, planets, the moon, and space travel. Enjoy a show in our Star Theater. Sleep in the museum! This programs covers all requirements for a Brownie Space Explorer Try-It or a Junior Sky Search Badge.

Fri Jan 8, 2010 – 6 pm -8 am
Fri Mar 19, 2010 – 6 pm -8 am
Fri Apr 30, 2010 – 6 pm -8 am
Fri May 7, 2010 – 6 pm -8 am

For registration and contact information please download the RMSC Scout Programs PDF

Or view the RMSC website at http://rmsc.org/Experiences/ScoutLeaders/

Oct 24 | Computer Fun for Juniors at U of R

Junior Computer Fun Badge Workshop

Participants should complete activity No. 1 of the Computer Fun badge prior to attending the program. Girls will design a newsletter, take apart a computer to see how it works and learn about engineering design as they construct an efficient and effective virtual bridge.  They will interact with Society of Women Engineers (SWE) students and professionals to learn about engineering and computer careers.  Girls will earn the Computer Fun badge and receive a SWE patch.  The badge is not included.  A Snack is provided.

Date:  Saturday, October 24, 2009

Time:  10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location:  Goergen Atrium, University of Rochester

Cost:  $10/girl

Registration deadline: Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Minimum:  15         Maximum:  60

County: Monroe, CES Code, #: grlprog-JR__06-M3-10.24.09

Age Level:  Junior

Sept 26 & 27 | 24th Annual Wildlife Festival – Free Patch

24th Annual Wildlife Festival

Niagara Power Project Power Vista
September 26 and 27
10 am to 5 pm  Rain or Shine

Experience nature without stretching the family budget at one of the premiere attractions on the Western New York fall calendar. Join more than 60 environmental exhibitors, outdoor educators and wildlife rehabilitators in this unique celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day.

Whether it’s your first or 24th visit, the Wildlife Festival offers new experiences. Learn how to make a difference in our environment, improving our planet both for wildlife and our neighbors. Annual favorites from reptiles to primates and birds of prey will be joined by new animals, shows and attractions scheduled throughout each day.

Brownies, Cub Scouts, Boy and Girl Scouts can even earn a special Wildlife Festival badge.

Sample some of the more than 50 interactive exhibits about hydroelectricity and the historic role it has played in the Niagara Frontier. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Niagara River gorge from the observation deck.  And when it’s time to satisfy your hunger, you can pick from local youth groups hosting various concessions.

It all takes place at the Niagara Power Vista and grounds,
5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston, New York
FREE ADMISSION & PARKING

For more information call (716) 286-6661, 1-866-NYPA-FUN or e-mail us at PowerVista.Niagara@nypa.gov

Exhibitors:
Niagara County Federation of Conservation Clubs  – http://www.outdoorsniagara.com/niagaracountyfederation.htm
The Primate Sanctuary  http://www.thekaratechimp.com/primatesanctuary.htm
Nickel City Reptiles and Exotics http://www.nickelcityreptiles.com/
Buffalo Zoomobile http://www.buffalozoo.org/
Institute for Environmental Learning’s “Liberty the Bald Eagle”  http://www.ielraptors.org/
Hawk Creek Wildlife Center  http://www.hawkcreek.org/