Color Me Orange County: An Exploration of the Technology, Entertainment, and Tradition of Disneyland and Orange County: July 11-21, 2025 AND July 10-20, 2026

This Destination will take you from the Pacific Ocean to the Pacific Crest Trail, with a little Disney magic sprinkled in between. Girl Scouts will explore the technology behind careers in entertainment while discovering what makes Orange County, California, a truly special place!

About the Trip 

Girl Scouts will begin their exploration at the Argyros Girl Scout Leadership Center (GSLC) in Newport Beach, California. As Orange County’s hub for Girl Scout Career Exploration programs, the GSLC provides Girl Scouts from all backgrounds with opportunities to practice leadership the Girl Scout way, as they explore 21st-century careers and learn how they can make the world a better place. Girl Scouts also have opportunities to create lifelong memories—kayaking from the bay-front property, toasting s’mores on the sprawling patio, and participating in fun beach activities on Balboa Peninsula.
   
During a four-night stay at Disneyland Resort, Girl Scouts will get an immersive peek behind the curtains at Disney Entertainment, with exclusive hands-on activities, workshops, behind-the-scenes tours, and info sessions led by working industry professionals in three areas: immersive storytelling, technology of Disney parks, and soundtrack sessions. Girl Scouts will learn how Disney Imagineers and Cast Members create immersive environments to tell stories, get a look inside innovative technologies – from audio-animatronics to light and sound effects, and lay down vocal music tracks.
   
This Destination includes a girl-led service project, and Highest Awards exploration. Girl Scouts will reflect on all they learned while relaxing at Camp Joe Scherman, a 700-acre camping and recreation facility owned and operated by Girl Scouts of Orange County, located in the southern San Jacinto Mountains. The property features a pool, two ponds, a ropes course, hiking trails, and Girl Scout traditions. The Destination will end on a high note with a night at the world-renown Pageant of the Masters and Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach, California!

New friendships, forever memories, and inspiring dreams for the future will be the best parts of this Destination!
   
All events meet curriculum standards for STEAM, Career Pathways, and the entertainment creative process. These workshops also align with National Core Arts and Common Core Standards.

Who Should Apply?

• Age: Girl Scouts entering grades 10–12 or those who will have just graduated from 12th grade. Must be age minimum age 15 at the time of the program.
• Interests: Outdoors, STEM, technology, Entertainment, Career Exploration
• Requirements: Teamwork, positive attitude, signed behavior agreement
• Equipment: Packing list will be provided after acceptance
• Ignite Your Passion! This trip is great for Girl Scouts with interests in STEM, Career Exploration, and a Take Action project.

The Cost

Program fee for 2025 session: $2,900

The program fee does not include airfare. Girl Scouts will need to arrange transportation to and from John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California.

Deposit due upon acceptance: $500. (This deposit is included in your program fee.)

Final payment is due May 31, 2025. 

Cancellation policy: February 1, 2025 is the last day to cancel and receive a refund (minus deposit).

Financial aid may be available. Check with your local council.

Chaperones: This Destination is chaperoned by one counicl staff and three screened and trained volunteers. We are accepting application for chaperones over the age of 21. Preference is given to applicants with Girl Scout experience, health care experience, and youth mental wellness experience. Please apply at: https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/Kcsyi203PlF5e2TIW9hzR796

Host and Contact Info

Girl Scouts of Orange County  https://www.girlscoutsoc.org/

Shellie Massick destination@girlscoutsoc.org (949) 461-8853