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Girls TAASC News!

February 24, 2017 By Greg Gillett Leave a Comment

Our Girls TAASC group has had some fun and informative sessions since the start of the New Year.
(By Becky Kluge)

In a recent meeting the older girls learned about the signs and symptoms of hypothermia and how to treat it.  Their favorite parts were learning about the “umbles” and then making a human burrito using camping gear and personal layers.

The younger girls learned about a proper hygienic practice for Leave No Trace “pooping in the woods”.  Ask them to tell you how!

One chilly Thursday afternoon we combined groups and made a heat tent with a large tarp where we all huddled underneath on comfy pads.  We talked about the meaning of an expedition with Becky telling her story of a 70 day, 850 mile river trip she did in the tundra of the Northwest Territories.  The girls offered stories of their family expeditions, as well.

Last week our combined group focused on working together to communicate and problem-solve multiple versions of  The Maze.  The girls had a blast working their way through this initiative, from one side to the other, finding different ways to communicate when their speech was “taken away”.  Strong team work unfolded.

Sophia Cross, Asheville High senior and long standing member of TAASC, has attended nearly all sessions, bringing her expertise, fine role modeling, and enthusiasm for girls and the program.  All of the girls love her and so do the staff!  She is an excellent example of how this program so positively informs and creates a confident, strong leader with amazing outdoor skills.  We are so fortunate to have her with us!
We are looking forward to the March 4th day-trip to Worley’s Cave with the younger girls, although any age girl and her parent(s) are welcome to join us.  If you haven’t already signed up, please do so HERE.

We will be sending out a packing list of what they should wear and bring to be prepared during and after the cave exploration.  This guarantees to be a muddy and fun trip!

Looking forward to more adventures with these awesome girls!

Filed Under: Adventure Education, Fun for kids, Girls Leadership, Leadership

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