Summer Job Opportunities with Camp Fire USA

Do you like kids and want to make extra money working with them at a summer job? If the answer is 'YES' to both of these questions, do we have a position for you!

Once again, Camp Fire USA has been awarded Americorps positions for the summer. The positions pay $1800 for the summer, and a $1000 educational stipend if you complete at least 300 hours of work and the required monthly paperwork.

Some of the positions are for Camp DaKaNi staff, and some are for staff at Positive Tomorrows, a school which provides education for homeless children in Oklahoma city. All positions work directly with youth for various ages participating in the programs.

If you are interested in receiving more information on the positions, or for an application, please contact Susan at the Camp Fire USA office at 478-5646, or email: susanw@campfireusa-ok.org

Don't forget...

about the Teens in Action retreat! The R.S.V.P. date is Monday, February 9th. Call Dace at 478-5646 for more information.

You want it, we’ll get it!

Do you have a great idea for a Camp Fire USA product? Now’s your chance to voice your opinion, tell us what you want in the Heart of Oklahoma Council store. Would you like more toys for your kids, business items, or memorabilia for a graduating senior? Give us a call or email; talk to London at 478-5646 and we will see what we can do for you!

Martin Luther King Day

Teens in Action concluded the Warm Hands Warm Hearts project on Monday, January 19th. Teens sorted all of the clothing donations and delivered the 85 hand knitted scarves to Citizens Caring for Children. Next year we hope to make the project even bigger. If you are interested in helping with the project or would like more information on it contact Dace at 478-5646.

Salute to Hospitalized Veterans: Valentine's Day Service Project

Learn about veterns, make a valentine, and recieive an emblem. Make a valentine or write a letter to a vet during your club meeting. All the project information is in the Heart of Oklahoma Council Leaders' Manual in the green section.

Valentines must be turned in to the Camp Fire USA office by Tuesday, February 10th, at 5pm. Remember, valentines cannot have glitter on it and NO food items are accepted unless they are sugar free since approximately 95% of the patients are diabetic.

Historic Emblems

The Heart of Oklahoma Council has pulled out their historic emblems. If you have lost an emblem or participated in a project and never received an emblem, then this is your chance to get one. Each historic emblem is $1 each. You may contact London at 478-5646 to check and see what is available or you can come by the store.

Teens in Action Retreat!

When: February, Friday 20th at 6:30pm - Saturday 21st at 4:00pm

Where: Camp Fire USA Heart of Oklahoma Council main office, 3309 E. Hefner Rd., Oklahoma City

What: Teens in Action Overnight. come meet new people while learning about weather!

Possible Activities:

• Visit the National Weather Service
• Visit the 911 Call Center
• Meet a local TV station meteorologist

Who: For youth in 6th-12th grade and interested adult sponsors.

Bring: Appropriate clothing and sleeping bag/pillow, sack supper and snacks.

Cost: $10 for breakfast and lunch.

RSVP by February 9th by 5pm to Dace, Daina, or Michaelanne at 478-5646. Permission slip will be sent after reservation is received.

*We need at least 10 youth participants (but less than 30) for this event - first come, first serve! We also need adult volunteers to drive and spend the night at the Council.