January 2010 Calendar
January 3 - Warm Hands, Warm Hearts, 2-4 p.m.
January 9 - Teens in Action Work Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
January 10- Leader/Club Candy Chair Training, 2-4 p.m.
January 12 - Metro Family Candy Carnival, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
January 15 - Candy Sale Begins
January 15, 16, 17, 18 - Fast Fair Share Weekend
January 18 - Office Closed for M.L. King Jr. Day
January 18 - Warm Hands, Warm Hearts Delivery (Contact Cynthia Wilson for details)
February 2010 Calendar
February 7 - Teens in Action Meeting, 2-4 p.m.
February 8 - Valentines for Vets due to the office by 5 p.m.
February 12 - Valentines for Vets Delivery, 4 p.m.
February 15 - Candy Sale Ends
February 20 - Sweetheart Dance, 5-8 p.m.
Executive Director's Corner
Happy New Year! As the calendar marks the beginning of a new decade, Camp Fire USA celebrates its Centennial year. Founded in 1910 by Dr. Luther Halsey Gulick, his wife, and a group of innovative thinkers, Camp Fire Girls was an organization ahead of its time. What began as a summer experience on the shores of Lake Sebago, Maine expanded in scope and spread quickly across the nation. One hundred years and many changes later, Camp Fire still can be proud of its core values and creative response to local community needs. Whether you were a Blue Bird in the ‘40’s, a camper in the ‘60’s, or involved in an after-school program in 2000, you are an important part of the Camp Fire story, and we invite you to join in this year of celebration.
It seems only natural that the year begins with one of Camp Fire’s most important events…the Annual Candy Sale. We tend to concentrate on the fundraising aspect, which, of course, is vital to the council, and on the achievements of our individual sellers, but more importantly, Camp Fire youth selling candy are proof to the community of the value and success of our programs. As you and your children meet the public during this year’s sale, share how important Camp Fire is to your family or tell about your own Camp Fire experiences. Let those you meet see that Camp Fire is still making a positive impact on youth. Ask if they were in Camp Fire; send them to our website. Tell them about the Centennial. It’s a wonderful time to reconnect.
Building “caring, confident youth and future leaders” is an ongoing challenge, yet remains the mission of this council. The board and staff are committed to achieving that goal, but the key ingredient to our success is you…the wonderful volunteers who continue the Camp Fire legacy of “giving service”. Many thanks for all you do!
For the next twelve months, let’s remember 1910 and celebrate 2010 together!
WoHeLo,
Jan Robinson, Interim Executive Director
Camp Fire USA Centennial Candy Sale 2010 Information
Invest in your child's future by participating in the Camp Fire USA Candy Sale and selling your Fair Share, or MORE!
Parent Candy Sale Handbook:
CLICK HERE to be linked to the 2010 Parent Candy Sale Handbook. The handbook contains information regarding Candy Sale, including rules, awards, site sale information and much more!!!
Permission Forms:
CLICK HERE to be linked to the Candy Sale 2010 Permission Form. Please discuss the information with your child, sign and then return the form to your club leader. Area-wide members should return their completed form to their Area Distributor when picking up candy. Every youth member who sells candy must have this signed permission form turned in before they can pick up their candy.
Pre-Order Forms:
CLICK HERE to be linked to the Candy Sale 2010 Pre-Order Form. Even though the sale doesn't officially start until January 15th, you may begin taking pre-orders now to get a head start on selling your Fast Fair Share. Turn in pre-order forms to your Club Leader or Club Candy Chairman by January 8th so they will know what they need to fill your orders.
Club Leader & Club Candy Chairman Training
All Club Leaders and/or Club Candy Chairpersons are encouraged to attend Candy Sale Training. We will take you through how to promote the candy sale to your club, how to check out candy and how to keep track of your club candy.
THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT TRAINING TO ATTEND IF YOU OR YOUR CLUB HAVE NEVER PARTICIPATED IN A CANDY SALE BEFORE..... (read more)
Family Candy Carnival
Kick off the 2010 Candy Sale in a carnival atmosphere. Learn how to sell your fair share of candy from older club members in the Metro, see the 2010 Candy Sale awards/prizes and learn candy sale safety procedures!
MAKE PLANS NOW TO ATTEND...YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS IT...... (read more)
Camp Fire USA Volunteer Opportunities
Each month in the Smoke Signal, Camp Fire USA Heart of Oklahoma Council will post volunteer opportunities that are currently available. Make sure to check each new issue of the Smoke Signal to find ways that YOU can help the Council!
- Are your candy selling days behind you? Do you miss it and would like to get involved again?
CLICK HERE to see how you can help!
Camp Fire USA is Pleased to Announce its Commemorative Brick Fundraiser
The Board of Directors of the Camp Fire USA Heart of Oklahoma Council is please to announce the Commemorative Brick Fundraiser to coincide with Camp Fire USA's 100th anniversary..... (read more)
Salute to Hospitalized Veterans
Your Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Valentines must be turned into the Camp Fire USA office by Tuesday, February 8th at 5 p.m.. Remember, valentines cannot have glitter on them and NO food items are accepted unless they are sugar free.
ATTENTION ADVENTURE CLUBS & ABOVE!!!
If you would like to volunteer to pass out valentines to the patients at the Oklahoma City VA Medical Center, please contact Michaelanne at michaelanne@campfireusa-ok.org or call (405)478-5646. We will meet at the VA Volunteer Service office on Thursday, February 10th at 4 p.m.. We only need approximately 12 people, so call now to reserve your spot!
Program Tips
Hopefully everyone is working hard to earn their Camp Fire USA Centennial Project emblem in the coming year. An easy way to work on it is by piggybacking with other projects.
One suggestion is to work on the Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Project which is found in your Leader’s Guide. By piggybacking the two projects, you can earn the Salute emblem and by substituting it for another step under Trail to Family and Community in the Centennial Project, you will have earned part of that emblem as well.
If you have any questions, please contact Susan Williams at susanw@campfireusa-ok.org or call (405)478-5646.
CLICK HERE to go to the Camp Fire USA Centennial Youth Project requirements.
**Be sure and watch the February Smoke Signal for more ways to earn the emblem for the Centennial as well as some upcoming Centennial events and dates!!
Teens In Action Dates to Remember
- January 3rd - Warm Hands, Warm Hearts in the Yordi Training Center, 2 - 4 p.m.
- January 9th - Work day at the Positive Tomorrows Library, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- January 18th - Warm Hands, Warm Hearts delivery to Citizens Caring for Children, 10:30 a.m.
If you have any questions, please contact Cynthia Wilson at cynthia@campfireusa-ok.org or call (405)478-5646.
Spring Break 2010 at Diamond H Scout Ranch
The Spring Break 2010 at Diamond H Scout Ranch is a unique collaboration between the Boys Scouts of America, Camp Fire USA and Girl Scouts USA councils in Oklahoma. Teens and young adults from Scouting and Camp Fire are sure to enjoy the fellowship and fun during this week-long adventure which includes backpacking, GeoCaching, archery, wilderness survival, leadership training, fishing, mountain biking, Leave No Trace instruction, and good camp cooking.
CLICK HERE to view and print the complete brochure.
High Adventure Club
Do you like being in the out-of-doors? Do you enjoy going on overnight camping trips, exploring nature and having fun? Do you look forward to learning new skills? If you answered 'YES' to any of these questions, then Camp Fire USA's High Adventure Club is for YOU! ....... (read more)
Sweet Heart Dance - Save the Date
The first ever Camp Fire USA Sweet Heart Dance is scheduled for February 20th from 5 - 8 p.m. in the Yordi Training Center. Each Camp Fire youth should be attended by a parent, grandparent or an adult mentor, and the dance is open to all ages.
Watch for more information in the February Smoke Signal, and if there are any questions, please contact Susan at susanw@campfireusa-ok.org or call (405)478-5646.
Council Winter Weather Policy
The Council office and store will be closed any time the Oklahoma City Public Schools are closed due to bad weather.
Ada, Ardmore, Duncan & Perry offices are closed when their area schools are closed due to bad weather.
If weather conditions become hazardous during the day of a Council event, please call the Council office or your Region Manager to determine whether or not the event will be held as scheduled.
Jingle Bell Jamboree
For those of you who attended the Jingle Bell Jamboree, the answers to the Name That Tune Trail are as follows:
Silver Bells
Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
Holly, Jolly Christmas
I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas
Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer
O Christmas Tree
Frosty the Snowman
I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Haunted Forest T-Shirts Still Available
The Heart of Oklahoma Council has a limited number of 2009 Haunted Forest Hayride t-shirts available for purchase, and they have been priced to move! Youth sizes are $5 and adult sizes are $6.
To order yours, contact London at london@campfireusa-ok.org or call (405)478-5646. Supplies are limited, so call TODAY!
Nut Sale T-Shirts Available for Purchase
T-Shirt prices are as follows:
Youth Small through Adult X-Large: $12
Adult XX-Large & XXX-Large: $14
CLICK HERE to see the Camp Fire USA Nutz About Nuts t-shirt!
To order yours, please contact London at london@campfireusa-ok.org or call (405)478-5646.
Magazine Sale
Instead of having a dedicated time for the annual magazine drive, we have decided to leave the magazine sale open year round. The Heart of Oklahoma Council will continue to receive 40% of the total price of every magazine subscription and music selection ordered online.
CLICK HERE to go to the QSP website, enter our organization number 425067754, and click SHOP NOW to insure Camp Fire USA Heart of Oklahoma Council benefits from any purchases made.
Camp Fire USA Day at Johnnie's
The first Sunday of each month is Camp Fire USA day at all Johnnie's Charcoal Broiler locations. When placing your order, let them know that you would like 10% of the cost of your meal to go to Camp Fire USA, and they will send the Council a check each month.
Johnnie's Charcoal Broiler Locations:
Oklahoma City:
2652 W. Britton Road
6629 N.W. Expressway
421 S.W. 74th Street
Edmond:
33 E. 33rd Street
620 W. Danforth
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