GERTS ONGOING ADVANCED LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

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1 THE LODGES AT GETTYSBURG 685 Camp Gettysburg Rd. PA (717) Historic hospitality awaits National Jr. Santa Gertrudis Association (NJSGA) members attending the 2015 Gerts Ongoing Advanced Leadership Summit (GOALS). The host site will be The Lodges at Gettysburg nestled in the beautiful ridgelines of Pa., July 21-25, The early bird cost for this 5-day, 4-night leadership summit is $425, which is due June 22. Participation is limited to the first 45 registrants due to bus capacity regulations. Late registrations will be accepted only if seating is available at a rate of $500. Registration forms can be found on the SGBI website and are due by July 6, The registration fee is non-refundable, but is transferable. YOUR LEADERSHIP ADVENTURE INCLUDES: Leadership Seminars Shawn Cassidy Gettysburg National Military Park The Battle of Gettysburg/Cyclorama Lessons Learned/Abe Lincoln Eisenhower Farm/National Historic Site Day trip to Washington, D.C. Sightseeing Memorials/Museums via foot and guided bus National Cattlemen s Beef Association, Washington, D.C. Katrina Butts Chapel Ridge Farms Beef Tasting Party Team Building Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve Early Bird Hiking, abundant wildlife deer, red tail fox, wild turkey and the American bald eagle Evening Campfires Etiquette in Action/Dinner and Square Dancing All meals and lodging Private motor coach including transportation to and from BWI Airport All participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). We will provide one pick up from the airport on Tues., July 21 and one return trip on Sat., July 25. Tuesday arrival must be before 2:00 p.m.; Saturday departures must be after 2:00 p.m. If driving, our first activity will begin Tues., at 5:00 p.m. in Gettysburg and our last activity will be complete by 10:00 a.m. Saturday. GOALS is a unique summer leadership experience overflowing with activities and workshops to help our juniors grow personally as well as in their leadership skills. This summit is designed specifically for senior and intermediate NJSGA members, providing an environment perfectly suited for coaching each junior in creative ways to become effective, compassionate and influential leaders. Juniors put on your walking shoes, gather your friends and come make memories for your very own history book. CLIP AND MAIL FORM There are only 45 spots available on a first-come, first-served basis, so reserve your space now! To reserve your spot, send this form and payment of $425 by June 22 ($500 after June 22) to: Judy McDaniel 1325 Mid Broadwell Road Alpharetta, GA Name: Address: City: State: Phone Number: Zip: Make checks payable to SGBI. Full registration information can be found on the SGBI website and includes necessary health form. For more information on this leadership adventure, contact Judy McDaniel at (404)

2 GENERAL/IMPORTANT INFORMATION While Gettysburg is known for Civil War history, there is more to this destination than a battlefield or a Presidential Address. ENTERTAINMENT: If you feel the need to bring other means of entertainment such as CD players, MP3 players, DVD players, Ipods and such, they are permitted, although you should have enough entertainment through the event that they will not be neceesssary. If you do bring these items, please be aaware that any loss or damage that occurs will be at your own risk. We will not be reesponsible for lost or damaged items. CELL PHONES: We realize everyone carries a cell phone these days and that is fine, however, they MUST be turned off (not put on silent or vibrate but turned off) during leadership workshops, tours and speaking events. If they are picked up, they will not be returned until the end of the event. CAMERAS: Don t forget your camera! Make sure and capture those GOALS memories! MISCELLANEOUS: Hair dryers are provided in the lodges. SPENDING MONEY: This is up to you. We suggest approximately $100-$150 for souveniers and food you feel you must purchase. Your meals and lodging will be provided. The only meals juniors will need to purchase will be when traveling to and from Gettysburg. WHAT NOT BE BRING: These items are not permitted at GOALS: pocket knives, alcohol, tobacco, fireworks, guns, cigarettes, illegal drugs and a BAD ATTTITUDE. If any of these items are found on a junior, participant s parents will be notified and action will be taken. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS: Judy McDaniel: (404) Jerry Stults: (817) Patti Manak: (361) Betty McCormick: (281) CLOTHING: Nice, casual attire (Leadership Seminars/Dance) Comfortable shoes (hiking or tennis shoes) A pair of closed toe shoes Jeans/Pants (1 or 2 pair) Shorts (walking - modest and appropriate) Shirts/T-shirts (modest and appropriate) Layered clothing Undergarments Socks Sleep wear Belt Hat or cap for protection Rain gear OTHER ITEMS: Toiletries Camera and film Sunscreen/sunblock Sunglasses Prescription medications Phone charger WEATHER: Warm days, usually averaging in the mid to upper 80s, often make visitors wonder what it must haave been like to fight in July 1863 while wearing wool! We recommend you bring your shorts, some comfy walking shoes and thin, short sleeve or sleeveless shirts. You may still wish to wear long pants or at least some long socks for hiking the open fields of Pennsylvania. The weather tends to remain warm in the evenings, so it s unlikely you ll need a jacket.

3 TRAVEL INFORMATION Junior Participant Name: Junior Cell Number: Parent Cell Phone Number: ARRIVAL (Check boxes that apply and fill in the appropriate information) My parents will be dropping me off at The Lodges at Gettysburg. (estimated time) I will be driving my own vehicle and will arrive at The Lodges at Gettysburg by 5:00 p.m. I will be flying in and will need to be picked up at the airport. Airline flying in on: Airline flight #: Airline arrival time: Confirmation #: DEPARTURE (Check boxes that apply and fill in the appropriate information) My parents will be picking me up at The Lodges at Gettysburg by 10:00 a.m. I will be driving my own vehicle back home. Leaving at 10:00 a.m. I will be flying out and will need to be taken to the airport. Airline flying out on: Airline flight #: Airline departure time: Confirmation #: We will begin our conference upon arrival at The Lodges at Gettysburg. Please have TRAVEL information sheet returned to Judy no later than Monday, July 6, If you have any questions regarding travel please do not hesitate to contact Judy McDaniel, (770) If checked baggage fees will need to be added upon your departure flight, please have credit card information available.

4 CODE OF CONDUCT I. The following guidelines have been developed to ensure uniformity in the conduct expected of NJSGA members at recognized SGBI functions and events. All rules and regulations governing an activity or event will be provided to and/or discussed with members and adult volunteers prior to or at the beginning of, each event. All NJSGA members are under the supervision of any SGBI employee or adult assigned to an event. Decisions to review situations for possible disciplinary action rests with the SGBI sta member in charge of the event or program. II. NJSGA members may be subject to disciplinary action if guilty of the following offenses, including, but not limited to: Possession or use of illegal drugs, substances or alcoholic beverages Theft, misuse or abuse of public or personal property Sexual misconduct Possession of weapons or fireworks Unauthorized absence from the premises of the event Assault or personal harm or threat of assault or personal harm Breaking curfew or disturbing the peace Use of abusive language Unexcused absence from the activities of the event Other inappropriate behavior Unauthorized use of vehicles during the event Other offenses as warranted Inappropriate clothing or distasteful wording on clothing If a NJSGA member is in violation of the above, his/her parents will be notified; the member will be sent home immediately at parents expense and suspended from participation in the remainder of that event s activities. III. Realizing these guidelines are not all inclusive, SGBI reserves the right to make adjustments to these policies. IV. NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES: If a NJSGA member is found in violation of the Code and is to be sent home, the person in charge of the event will notify the parent and/or guardian and explain the situation. As a condition of participation in NJSGA events, we agree to be bound by the terms of this Code of Conduct. NJSGA Member Signature Date Parent/Guardian Signature Date

5 HEALTH / MEDICAL INFORMATION Fill out this form completely. This information is confidential. Parent must sign all documentation. rn forms to Judy no later than Monday, July Please retu 6, COPY OF INSURANCE CARD REQUIRED.

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