Playing with Fire Level 1

Soldering copper pipe

One of the best parts of being a Girl Scout is the ability to experience and have adventures outside a normal field trip.

Playing with Fire Level 1 was a day of working with pvc pipe, soldering copper pipe and pipe fitting.
The men of AZ Pipe Trades in downtown Phx welcomed a large group of girls and taught them skills that will serve them a lifetime. Until that day I  never knew how to remove a pea drain and clear a clog. My daughter even removed and installed a garbage disposal. My husband has always had our daughter help with maintenance around the house, but now she is able to  lend an experienced voice to the chores.

To say that she is excited for Level 2 is an understatement.  To say that I am enjoying these childhood years with her is also an understatement. I know all too well that one day she will not need or want me to accompany her.




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LEGOLAND

For fall break I took my children age 14 and 11 to Legoland, Ca. 

Everyone told me that we were too old. They said that Legoland is for small kids and we would be bored.  Gosh, they were wrong. 

Miniland USA was amazing. Seeing all those land marks built out of thousands of legos was inspiring. They also have the Lego Movie set for display.  There was so much to see and do and be amazed by. Even the food in the Marketplace was good!

As for the rides, we found plenty of scream worthy ones.  We opened and closed the park that day, and we still did not get to see everything. We need to go back, and we will. 

http://california.legoland.com

Museum of Making Music

In Carlsbad, Ca there is a small museum hidden in a business park. The Museum of Making Music is a real gem. 

Here you will find  instruments on display from classic and ground breaking artists. It is also a venue for student recitals, concerts  and a wonderful venue for corporate events.

My children really enjoyed the hands on area.

I hope to take my GS Troop there someday.

Admission  prices are $8 for adults and $5 for children.
http://www.museumofmakingmusic.org

First Tee of PHX

http://www.thefirstteephoenix.org/club/scripts/public/public.asp


I stumbled upon a great program! First Tee of Phoenix teaches children age 6-18 the sport of golf.  For an annual fee of only $60.00 they are able to enjoy 2 lessons a week and eventually participate in tournaments But wait, this is much more than just  golf. The First Tee program teaches honesty, integrity, sportsmanship, respect, confidence, perseverance, courtesy and judgment.

Golf clinics taught by PGA professionals is also a plus. Don't worry about equipment. You may borrow theirs or purchase a full set of clubs and a bag for between $30-$45.00. 

Palo Verde Nuclear Visitor Center

I took my GS Troop down to learn a bit about nuclear power. It was very technical, but fascinating all the same. 

600 Airport Road

The building is all by itself just south of the I-10 on Airport Road

Ages: ability to grasp a little bit of what's said, usually 6th grade and above.

NO CHARGE

Police Museum Downtown PHX

http://www.phoenixpolicemuseum.com

 A few months ago my family and I traveled vis the light rail and went downtown to explore. We found the Phoenix Police Museum. 

It is FREE and hours of operation are 9AM - 3PM, Monday thru Saturday, They are closed on all holidays.

Parking is available along Jefferson Street at the meters or in the City of Phoenix parking garage located at 305 West Washinton Street. Bring your parking ticket for validation. 

There are several displays for hands on exploring and lots of memorabilia to keep the parents entertained .