RuggerBear 10 Posted October 6, 2005 Share Posted October 6, 2005 I am not sure if this is a correct forum to post this, but I figured I'd give it a try. I recently learned that Girl Scouts Mile-High Council, Denver Colorado is going to sell off Flying 'G' Ranch, Colorado's first Girl Scout camp. The following is a letter I sent to the presedent of GSMHC respectifully disagreeing with this decision. If any of you feel the same way, I urge you to write too and let GSMHC know the importance of Flying 'G' ranch to Girl Scouting. Thanks for your time! TO: Jean Jones President Girl Scouts Mile High Council 400 S. Broadway Denver, CO 80209 Ms. Jones, It has recently come to my attention that the Girl Scouts - Mile High Council is planning on selling the Flying 'G' Ranch. I am deeply saddened at this prospect. I am a Gold Award recipient, and have been a Girl Scout and avid volunteer since 1986. Girl scouting has played a central role in shaping me as a woman and a key part of that role was Flying 'G' Ranch. In 1996 at the 50th anniversary of Flying 'G' Ranch, I had the honor of interviewing and recording memories and stories from women who were Girl Scouts in the early days of Colorado scouting. I was amazed to learn what an impact Flying 'G' had on these pioneers of Girl Scouting. I was also proud to be entrusted with such a treasure and to be part of the rich legacy that is Flying 'G'. Flying 'G' was purchased on July 4, 1946 and was the first Girl Scout camp in Colorado. In June 1975, two structures, the Homestead House and barn at Flying 'G' were placed on the list of historic sites with the Jefferson County State Register of Historic Places. To sell this rare historic site would be an abuse of the guardianship with which this generation of Girl Scouts has been entrusted. It would be my hope that the GSMHC would lead the way in honoring and preserving our history. To keep Flying 'G' Ranch makes sense not only historically, but on a business front as well. The article in the September 26, 2005 edition of The Denver Post never states why Flying 'G' must be sacrificed to build another campsite. The few reasons that were cited for selling Flying 'G' are ill founded and make very little logical sense. The article states that, "the camp is too small". With a growing demand, it makes sense to keep facilities we already have. It is very short sighted in the face of swift growing demands, to rid ourselves of established campsites. By keeping Flying 'G', GSMHC would not only be better equipped to accommodate more campers, it would potentially save money in the future by utilizing the excellent facilities we already have on hand. It should be remembered that part the Girl Scout Laws states to do one's best to "use resources wisely". The article also states that that the camp is too seasonal. This is as would be expected for a camp in the Rocky Mountains. Not only is this part of the beauty of Flying 'G', this fact would decrease staff and other related expenditures greatly during the off months, making Flying 'G' relatively cheap to maintain. My sister Girl Scouts and I were greatly relieved to learn that our beloved camp had not been destroyed by the Hayman fire. I am disheartened to learn that the destruction of Flying 'G' will come not from nature, but from the administrators of GSMHC itself. I oppose this sale. It is a grave mistake and a great disservice to all Colorado Girl Scouts past, present and future. I strongly urge this decision be reconsidered. Yours in Service. Link to post Share on other sites
RuggerBear 10 Posted October 6, 2005 Author Share Posted October 6, 2005 Sorry for the misspellings! I was typing rather fast... Link to post Share on other sites
RuggerBear 10 Posted October 6, 2005 Author Share Posted October 6, 2005 Sorry for the misspellings! I was typing rather fast... Link to post Share on other sites
packsaddle 753 Posted October 6, 2005 Share Posted October 6, 2005 Here's the info: http://www.livingstonwestern.com/listings/flying_g_ranch/ I suggest that it is possible for a relatively small number of interested individuals to negotiate the purchase of this property and then continue to operate it as you suggest. I can't judge whether the asking price is inflated but it is within the ability of, say, 10 or less modest investors to make the purchase. At just under $7,000 per acre, is this over priced for that area? What is the infrastructure and what condition is it in? Link to post Share on other sites
RuggerBear 10 Posted October 7, 2005 Author Share Posted October 7, 2005 Hey thanks for the website and for the idea! ...how did you find tha tsite anyhow? Anyway, I am not sure that would be copasetic with Girl Scout insurance policies and all that, I'd have to look into it. As a poor student I'd have little to offer in teh way of money toward such a venture. I will ask around though. You never know. Thanks again! Link to post Share on other sites
Torveaux 10 Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 RuggerBear, Just curious does the Rugger part of your handle come from Rugby? I'm a former player and current coach. Link to post Share on other sites
packsaddle 753 Posted October 12, 2005 Share Posted October 12, 2005 Hey, I was wondering the same thing. Decades ago at N.C. State, I sometimes helped to eat our dead as well. Link to post Share on other sites
RuggerBear 10 Posted October 12, 2005 Author Share Posted October 12, 2005 Yup yup! I'm in vet school now, but in undergrad I played wing for four years for the Ft. Collins Flash. We were an "up and comming team" so I actually got to do a good bit of tackling in that position too. Good times! Link to post Share on other sites
Torveaux 10 Posted October 15, 2005 Share Posted October 15, 2005 I would love to get Touch Rugby approved as a Cub Scout Beltloop/Pin option... I played Fullback about 70 pounds ago... Now I look like a scrummie without the 'ear' problems. Link to post Share on other sites
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