Monday, March 31, 2008

Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Launch Website!

We're excited to announce the launch of the interim website for Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington. You can view it at www.girlscoutsosw.org Visit the site often for the latest news of the realignment!

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Contact Us With Your Questions

If you have questions regarding the realignment, please email us at president@girlscoutsofsantiam.org

Girl Scouts - Columbia River Council to Keep Camp Arrowhead

The board of directors of Girl Scouts - Columbia River Council has voted to keep Camp Arrowhead, the council's resident camp, located in the Columbia River Gorge. A task group made up of volunteers from Columbia River Council will be working with council staff and board members to structure the best plan for Camp Arrowhead and what opportunities will be available during the coming camping season.


The final decision to open resident camp at Camp Arrowhead has not been made. We will keep you posted on what additional opportunities may be available this summer.

Hiring Timeline Developed for CEO Search

The search for the new CEO for Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington has begun. The Council Realignment Committee (CRC) has contracted with the national search firm Evergreen Executive Source, LLC to assist with identifying candidates. A timeline for interviewing and hiring has been determined, with July 1, 2008 being the target date for the new CEO to be on board with the new council. Interested individuals may contact Evergreen for the vacancy announcement at evergreen.source@att.net.

Headquarters for Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Has an Address

The new headquarters for Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington will be located at 9620 SW Barbur Blvd., Portland, OR 97219. This is the location of the current council headquarters for Girl Scouts - Columbia River Council. As decisions are made on the location of satellite offices, we will be sure to let you know!