GRAND MARSH DISTRICT GIRL GUIDES

PATHFINDERS

Pathfinders (ages 12 to 15) For Fun and Opportunities!

Pathfinders is for girls 12 to 15-years old. The frequency and length of meetings is usually adapted to suit the group. Small units of 10 to 15 girls under the guidance of their leaders plan the framework for their own programs.

The Pathfinder program is packed full of exciting challenges in seven “Emblems”: Be Prepared, Camping, Community, Home, Leadership, Outdoor and World. Girls may also earn a Religion in Life Emblem and/or a Citizenship Certificate. There are over 500 Challenges to choose from! Each Challenge is relevant to young women of today, encouraging them to tap into their talents, develop confidence to face the challenges of life, and to get along will with their friends and families. Emphasis is placed on leadership skills, decision making – and fun!

EAST LUTHER GRAND VALLEY PATHFINDERS

Contact : Phone :

Donna Steele 928-5755

Linda Huson 928-2974

Meetings are usually held one Saturday a month and it varies depending on what is going on. There mandate is to have fund and build leadership qualities and independence in the girls. There is an annual trip to Toronto. An annual canoe trip. An annual winter camp in Algonquin at an unheated, no electricity cabin. The girls participate in Ducky Day this year by selling goody bags in the park. They enjoyed rock climbing in Guelph this year as well as a sleepover murder mystery party. They are participating in National Rivers Day on June 8^th by cleaning up a portion of the Grand River and will be assisting with a Brownie activity day at the Luther Marsh.