Approved Outfitters and Community Partners
Approved Outfitters
What Activities Require an Approved Outfitter?
The following activities require the use of an approved outfitter:
- Equestrian
- Whitewater / Windsurfing / Ocean activities
- Climbing / Ropes courses
Click here for a list of Girl Scouts OSW Approved Outfitters
How Do I Become an Approved Outfitter?
Outfitter's can begin the approval process by contacting the Portland Service Center at (503) 977-6800.
Community Partners
Bush House
| Location : |
Salem, OR |
| Description : |
Explore Salem's history with a visit to the historic Bush House Museum, an 1878 Italianate residence that was home to pioneer businessman Asahel Bush II and his family. |
| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
None/15 |
| Fee : |
$2.00 per girl (ages 6-12)
Chaperones free |
Contact : |
Sara Heil Swanborn
Bush House Museum Program Director
BushHouse@SalemArt.org
(503) 363 4714 |
Community Walls Project
| Location : |
Session to be held at your regular troop meeting location (must be within 1 hour driving distance of Portland). Reception/unveiling of Community Wall at Hostelling International, Northwest Portland Hostel. |
| Description : |
Community Walls asks girls what it's like to live in their community. Girls learn about cultures and investigate their own and that of their neighborhood. They work together to answer the questions in the form of an original piece of artwork/mural. Hostelling International staff leads an empowering discussion and art curriculum in five sessions during your troop's regular meetings. Culmination of the project is a special reception at a hostel where girls can celebrate their achievements and share their stories with travelers. Fee includes art supplies, snacks, five sessions facilitated by Hostelling International staff and reception at hostel. |
| Open to : |
Juniors - Ambassadors |
| Min/Max : |
8/15 |
| Fee : |
$100.00 per troop/group |
Contact : |
Britta Diettrich
(503) 241 2783 x110
girlscouts@nwportlandhostel.com |
Kids Party Cafe (formerly Little Scoops)
The Sweetest Party Place in Town!
| Location : |
Happy Valley, OR |
| Description : |
Come and celebrate at Kids Party Cafe with our Girl Scout Ice Cream Socials! Party includes a one hour facility rental, dancing and games, beverages, and our signature "Make Your Own Ice Cream Sundae!" Add your troop's handprint to our Girl Scout wall! Great for troop meetings, celebrations, holiday parties, kick-offs or just a fun get together. Ice cream socials can be booked Monday - Thursday. |
| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
10/95 |
| Fee : |
$7.00 per person
Ice Cream Fun Patches are available for $2.00 |
Contact : |
Loraine Collacchi (503) 654 4669 info@kidspartycafe.com |
Kids Party Cafe (formerly Little Scoops)
Create Your Own Event
| Location : |
Happy Valley, OR |
| Description : |
Come and celebrate at Kids Party Cafe with our Girl Scout "Create Your Own" Ice Cream Socials! Party includes a 1.5 hour facility rental, dancing and games, beverages, and our signature "Make Your Own Ice Cream Sundae!" Add your troop's handprint to our Girl Scout wall! You can choose from many themes including: daddy/daughter dance, bingo night, beach party, pj party, 50s party or your own theme. |
| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
20/95 |
| Fee : |
$10.00 per person
Ice Cream Fun Patches are available for $2.00 |
Contact : |
Loraine Collacchi (503) 654 4669 info@kidspartycafe.com |
Magness Memorial Tree Farm
| Location : |
Sherwood, OR |
| Description : |
Take a hike or stay overnight and explore a beautiful Pacific Northwest forest! Magness Memorial Tree Farm is an 80 acre internationally recognized demonstration forest and outdoor education site owned and operated by the World Forestry Center based in Portland, Oregon. This beautiful property has a large natural area, small stream, nine comparative forest management zones, 2.5 miles of hiking trails, recreation field, small picnic shelter and rustic log cabins for youth group overnight camping, outdoor schools and retreats. Open daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Trip Planning Basics: - Most groups allow 2-3 hours for Walks and Talks programs, including lunch stop.
- Reservations for day and overnight use of the Education Center, Outdoor Classroom (large shelter) and bunkhouse camping facilities can be made by calling (503) 488 2147.
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| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
10/120 |
| Fee : |
$5.00 per girl
Chaperones free |
Contact : |
Online reservations: www.worldforestry.org
Phone-in reservations: (503) 488 2147 |
Oregon Humane Society
Girl Scout Pet Care Tours
| Location : |
Oregon Humane Society - Portland, OR |
| Description : |
Want to learn about the Oregon Humane Society, pets and how they live with us in our community? Want to help homeless pets or feed shelter dogs, rabbits and rodents? Take the Oregon Humane Society's Pet Care Tour and learn how you can be a great pet owner. |
| Open to : |
Brownies - Cadettes |
| Min/Max : |
5/26 Brownies or Juniors; 5/20 Cadettes |
| Fee : |
FREE |
| Contact : |
Oregon Humane Society
Carol Shiveley at (503) 416 2986 or shiveley@oregonhumane.org |
Tillamook Forest Center
Girl Scout Field Trips and Programs
| Location : |
Tillamook, OR |
| Description : |
The Tillamook Forest Center, located in the heart of the Tillamook State Forest, offers year-round educational and interpretive programs, nature exhibits and field tours. It's fun, fully accessible and free. Field programs examine the natural and cultural history and the stewardship of the Tillamook State Forest. |
| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
10/35-40 |
| Fee : |
FREE |
| Contact : |
www.TillamookForestCenter.org |
Wild on Wildlife Birds of Prey
| Location : |
Program comes to your location |
| Description : |
Live Bird of Prey programs for your Girl Scout meeting or special event. Program includes a live hawk, falcon and owl. Check out the website below for more information. |
| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
10/None |
| Fee : |
Varies |
| Contact : |
www.wildonwildlife.org |
Willamette Valley Humane Society
| Location : |
Salem, OR |
| Description : |
Tour the Humane Society, meet the animals in need and practice caring for them. Tours are given Monday - Friday and the last tour of the day begins at 6:00 p.m. Tours last about one hour. If you would like to make a donation, the shelter is in need of: - Old towels
- Blankets
- Pet food (opened is ok)
- Cat litter
- Toys
- Peanut butter
- Cheese whiz
- Treats (homemade is ok)
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| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
None |
| Fee : |
$1 per person |
| Contact : |
Tours can be scheduled with Teri at (503) 585 5900 x310
http://willamettehumane.org/ |
World Forestry Center Discovery Museum
| Location : |
Portland, OR |
| Description : |
It will change the way you look at trees! Our 20,000 sq. foot museum is located in Portland's beautiful Washington Park. The first floor of our museum focuses on forests od the Pacific Northwest and the role they play in providing habitat, water, recreation, wood and a multitude of other benefits. The second floor of our museum is divided into two major sections. One half of the space is devoted to temporary exhibits that explore art, history and culture from around the world. The other half will focus on forests around the world and their connections to people. Families and school groups will find exhibits that pique curiosity and encourage active learning. This is a must-see attraction for anyone who lives in the Pacific Northwest or is visiting from out of town. Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Daily
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. |
| Open to : |
All levels |
| Min/Max : |
10/200 |
| Fee : |
$4.00 per girl
Chaperones free |
| Contact : |
Check out our program guide at www.worldforestry.org to learn more about the exciting programs we offer that would fit perfectly with your troop! (503) 488 2147 |