• Badge Sewing Station:
  • Set up a designated area with tables and chairs.
  • Provide sewing supplies such as needles, threads, scissors, and thimbles.
  • Encourage participants to bring their camp blankets and any badges they need to sew on.
  • Share tips and techniques for properly sewing badges onto blankets.
• Badge Trading Corner:
  • Create a space where attendees can bring extra badges they wish to trade with others.
  • Encourage everyone to bring their badge collections and swap duplicates for new ones.
• Campfire Stories & Sharing:
  • Set up a cozy campfire area with benches or blankets.
  • Invite participants to share memorable camp stories, experiences, and achievements.
  • Create a welcoming atmosphere for camaraderie and bonding.
• Potluck Dinner:
  • Organize a potluck-style dinner where attendees can bring their favorite dishes to share.
  • Coordinate a variety of food options including appetizers, main courses, sides, and desserts.
  • Encourage everyone to share recipes and cooking tips related to outdoor cooking.
• Campfire Sing-Along:
  • Provide songbooks or lyric sheets with popular campfire songs.
  • Lead sing-along sessions with classic campfire tunes.
  • Encourage attendees to bring instruments like guitars or ukuleles for musical accompaniment.
• Guiding Resource Exchange:
  • Set up a table for participants to exchange resources such as activity ideas, games, and program plans.
  • Encourage everyone to share successful activities and programs they’ve implemented in their units.
• Craft Corner for Guiding Projects:
  • Offer a crafting area where participants can work on Guiding-related projects such as troop banners, camp decorations, or campfire props.
  • Provide materials like paper, markers, glue, and recycled materials for eco-friendly crafts.
• Guiding Memories Photo Booth:
  • Create a photo booth area with props related to Guiding themes.
  • Encourage participants to take photos with their fellow community members to capture memories of the event.

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Additional Tips:

• Send out invitations well in advance, specifying the potluck dish each attendee should bring to ensure a variety of food.
• Assign tasks such as setup, cleanup, and activity coordination to different individuals to distribute responsibilities evenly.
• Incorporate icebreaker games or activities to help participants relax and mingle with one another.
• Emphasize the importance of relaxation and enjoyment alongside productivity, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Feel free to participate in the activities that interest you most, creating a personalized experience that suits your preferences while fostering community spirit and Guiding camaraderie. I would love to see any pictures from your event!!