Thanks to Sommer Lucas, of Troop 50121 and Service Unit 19 for sharing her experience for this
blog post!
Last year was my first time attending ICAN. I was a new troop leader and was excited to attend some training and meet other volunteers.
I was able to learn so many things from how to do a Journey with my troop, crafts, songs, and communicate better with the parents involved in my troop. I was also able to meet new people and make new friends which broadened my network. We all know being a volunteer can be challenging as well as rewarding, and now I have a wonderful support system.
Attending ICAN made me realize how important it is to take time out and connect with others. Since I was a new leader I was very excited and I met other more experienced leaders who had experienced the rewards of volunteering as well as the struggles. I was able to inspire other leaders with my excitement and I learned so much from them!
This year I'm on the planning committee and will continue to inspire others with my excitement for the Girl Scout experience! ICAN is a wonderful volunteer opportunity and I look forward to it again this year. One thing I would like to see us do this year is S.W.A.P.S. It is a fun way to get to know each other and let our creative sides shine. I hope to see you there!
I CAN will take place from October 18-20, 2013. For more information, visit http://girlscoutsosw.org/adults/voltraining/workshops. Register by June 15 for a $10 discount.
I CAN will take place from October 18-20, 2013. For more information, visit http://girlscoutsosw.org/adults/voltraining/workshops. Register by June 15 for a $10 discount.
