Octoberfest
LIFE IS GOOD
October 10th to October 12th, 2008
Camp Lou Henry Hoover
Middleville, NJ 07855
973-383-3220
Girl Scouts of Washington Rock Council
Camp Lou Henry Hoover
201 Grove Street East
Westfield, NJ 07090
908-232-3236 ext. 1226
908-232-4508 - fax
dhooker@gswrc.com
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 10th
Saturday, October 11th
Sunday, October 12th
6:30 pm
Registration – Cohen Center
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!
8:00 am
9:00-10:30 am
10:45-12:15 am
12:30 pm
2:00-3:30 pm
3:45-5:15 pm
5:15- 6:15 pm
6:30 pm
8:00 pm
Campfire
9:15-10:30am
Continental Breakfast –
Cohen Center
10:45-11:00 am
Sharing and Farewells
Breakfast
Session 1
Session 2
Lunch
Session 3
Session 4
Free Time
Dinner
and Songs
Girl Scouts of Washington Rock Council
201 Grove Street East, Westfield, NJ 07090
Fax – 908-232-4508
Phone – 908-232-3236 ext. 1226 Camp Manager
E-mail: Camp Manager, dhooker@gswrc.com
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
Includes housing, four meals, evening snacks, four
$95 per
participants
workshops, and patch.
person
Yes
Friday 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 size
Small
Medium Large
X-large
2X-Large
Additional costs for workshop choices, chair massage, manicure, etc.:
$______________
Total Payment Enclosed:
$ _____________
$______________
Credit Card Payment Please circle one
Visa
American Express
Mastercard
Card # _______________________________
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
Session 1
2nd Choice
3rd Choice
9:00 – 10:30
Session 2
10:45 – 12:15
Session 3
2:00 – 3:30
Session 4
3:45 – 5:15
Table Massage
Increments of 15 and 30 minutes for $10
Please circle the desired amount of time 15 min = $20
30 min = $35
Manicure
$11 each
Yes
Total $ __________
No
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 ________________________________
Check one: I prefer to sleep in a:
Heated Cabin _____
Platform Tent ____
Name __________________________________
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 Camp Lou Henry
Hoover towards 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 Sussex County 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 Swartswood Lake.
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.
ANYTIME
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 – Newton Memorial Hospital
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!
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 Camp Hoover. 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
Camp Hoover 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 Camp Hoover 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 340acres.
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:
___________________________
Home Phone: ___________________________
State: _______
Zip:
________________
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?
Yes
No
Do you have any of the following health conditions:
Heart Disease _____
Diabetes
_____
Asthma _____
Epilepsy _____
Are you taking any medications at this time?
High Blood Pressure
________
Other ______________________
Yes
No
If yes, please identify:________________________________________________________________
Will you have this/these medications with you at camp?
Yes
No
Please list all allergies (medicines, food, insect bites, etc.):
__________________________________________________________________________________
Please specify and describe allergy reactions and necessary treatment:
__________________________________________________________________________________
Are you pregnant?
Yes
No
If 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:
__________________________________________________________________________________