Approved Outfitters and Program Partners
Approved Outfitters
The list of approved outfitters is updated frequently. Please note the "last updated" date in the upper right-hand corner of the document, as well as the "approved until" date of your selected outfitter.
Activities that require the use of an approved outfitter include (but are not limited to):
- Downhill Skiing
- High ropes
- Horses
- Rock climbing
| | - Snowboarding
- Surfing
- Swiftwater/whitewater canoeing
- White water rafting
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How Do I Become an Approved Outfitter?
Outfitters can begin the approval process by contacting Lauren Shapiro at (800) 338-5248 x6823 or
LShapiro@girlscoutsosw.org.
Program 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 grade levels |
Min/Max | None/15 |
Fee | $2.00 per girl (ages 6-12); chaperones free |
Contact | Sara Heil Swanborn: (503) 363-4714; BushHouse@SalemArt.org |
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 | Girl Scout Juniors - Ambassadors |
Min/Max | 8/15 |
Fee | $100.00 per troop/group |
Contact | Britta Diettrich: (503) 241-2783 x110; girlscouts@nwportlandhostel.com |
Humane Society
Locations | Oregon Humane Society
Portland, OR | Willamette Valley Humane Society
alem, OR |
Description | Girl Scout Pet Care Tours: 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. | 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
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Open to | Girl Scout Brownies - Cadettes | All grade levels |
Min/Max | 5/26 GS Brownies or Juniors; 5/20 GS Cadettes | None |
Fee | FREE | $1 pp |
Contact | Carol Shiveley: (503) 416-2986; shiveley@oregonhumane.org | Teri: (503) 585 5900 x310;
http://willamettehumane.org/ |
Kids Party Cafe
Location | The party comes to you! |
Descriptions | The Sweetest Party:Celebrate with a Kids Party Cafe Girl Scout Ice Cream Social! Party includes dancing, games, beverages and our signature "Make Your Own Ice Cream Sundae!" Great for troop meetings, celebrations, holiday parties, kick-offs or just a fun get together. Ice cream socials can be booked Monday - Thursday. | Create Your Own Event: Celebrate with a Kids Party Cafe Girl Scout "Create Your Own" Ice Cream Social! Party includes dancing, games, beverages and our signature "Make Your Own Ice Cream Sundae!" 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 grade levels |
Min/Max | 10/95 | 20/95 |
Fee | $7.00 per person
Ice Cream Fun Patch costs $2.00 pp | $10 per person
Ice Cream Fun Patch costs $2.00 pp |
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. 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. Most groups allow 2-3 hours for Walks and Talks programs, including lunch stop. |
Open to | All grade levels |
Min/Max | 10/120 |
Fee | $5.00 per girl; chaperones free |
Contact | 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.
Online reservations: worldforestry.org |
Tillamook Forest Center
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 grade levels |
Min/Max | 10/35-40 |
Fee | Free |
Contact | TillamookForestCenter.org |
Wild on Wildlife Birds of Prey
Location | Program comes to you |
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 grade levels |
Min/Max | 10/None |
Fee | Varies |
Contact | wildonwildlife.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 is devoted to temporary exhibits that explore art, history and culture from around the world, and includes a second part focused 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 grade levels |
Min/Max | 10/200 |
Fee | $4.00 per girl; chaperones free |
Contact | Check out our program guide at worldforestry.org to learn more about the exciting programs we offer that would fit perfectly with your troop!
(503) 488-2147 |