2011 Resident Camp guide

2011

Resident Camp

• Camp Marydale • Camp Whispering Pines • NEW Beginners Resident Camp Covington

Join Us This Summer at

Resident Camp 2011!

Dear Campers and Parents,

Join us at 2011 Camp Open House Camp Marydale

Sunday, April 10 1 – 3 p.m.

Camp Whispering Pines Sunday, April 10 1 – 3 p.m.

Camp Covington (Beginners) Saturday, April 30 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

If you’re a parent/guardian sending your child to camp for the first time…

If it’s been years since you’ve visited camp…

If you haven’t seen some of the changes to the camp property…

If you want to hear about the exciting summer programs…

The camp open house will provide an opportunity for the girl(s) and her parents/guardians to explore camp, visit the campsites, and receive information before camp begins.

Please remember that exploring camp means, “WALKING.” Wear comfortable shoes (no sandals or flip flops) and casual clothing.

Tours will not be conducted during summer sessions or check in!

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Come experience a summer of fun and adventure at Girl Scouts Louisiana East Resident Camp! Our staff has been busy planning exciting programs for you, as campers journey through what “matters” and through “nature”...with sessions encouraging girls to participate in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) and outdoor-related programs.

Our Resident Camps offer many session options in three unique camp settings: Camp Covington for beginner campers, Camp Marydale, and Camp Whispering Pines. Girl Scouts in our region have long enjoyed the beauty and fresh air of these camps! We are offering tailored sessions for every girl, including those who are new to camping and veteran campers.

Girl Scout Resident Camp provides girls with a unique opportunity to discover the world around them, to connect with others who share their interests and passions, and to take action in a safe and supervised setting.

Resident Camp is a place where the value of living in a community is every bit as important as learning new outdoor skills. Girls learn independence and courage, and return home more confident, young women!

We are ready to help them make their experience the best yet. Our diverse, welltrained staff provides campers with a safe, supportive environment in which they can enjoy camp to the fullest.

This year we’ve added something extra-special in addition to traditional camp activities like hiking, outdoor cooking, swimming, boating, arts and crafts, archery, horseback riding and the challenge course. Girl Scouts will journey through what “matters” at Camp Marydale while learning about Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), and working on different science related Try-Its and Badges. At Camp Whispering Pines, they will take a journey through “nature,” learning what the outdoors has to offer while working on different outdoor Try-Its and Badges. So whichever camp you choose or better yet —choose them all! — we encourage you to join us at camp!

Happy Trails,

Donna “Sunny D” Dupré

Shannon “Echo” Bazor

Camp Marydale Director

Camp Whispering Pines and Covington Director

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summer themes

session fun

Girls will devote a portion of each session to a special area of interest. The remainder of the session will be spent participating in general camp activities (e.g. hiking, swimming daily – weather permitting, boating, climbing wall, arts and crafts, cooking out, discovering nature, etc.) The emphasis of the session is included in the individual session description.

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Sessions begin on Sunday and end on Friday unless otherwise noted.

Please understand that it is the Girl Scouts Louisiana East’s intention to guide and direct campers in the programs listed for each session. However, because our philosophy of camping is one which allows girl planning, we cannot guarantee the girls will choose every activity we suggest.

all about resident camp who can go to camp?

Camp Covington, Camp Marydale, and Camp Whispering Pines welcomes all girls! Our programs are designed to meet the need for fun for both our Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, abilities, or socio-economic factors. Our campers must be at least 6 years old or entering 1st grade in fall 2011. Your camper may attend an unlimited number of sessions.

Each week at camp we have a different theme planned. Please send your camper with the appropriate “fun” clothing for our activity. Please note there is no need to go out and purchase anything. A homemade costume or a fun accessory is what it is all about! Girls will also have an opportunity to “accessorize themselves” with supplies that we have at camp.

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progression Camp progression is the key to a great experience. Girl Scout camp programs are designed for specific age levels so each girl may choose the experience that is appropriate for her. The idea is to give girls the skills they need one step at a time so they may be successful at each and every step. For example, girls need to learn how to ride a horse at a walk before learning how to ride at a trot, or learn basic paddle strokes in a canoe before using a kayak.

Progressive steps enable girls to be challenged, but not pushed, to a point for which they are ready.

food Ample, kid friendly, well-balanced dietician planned meals are served in the main dining hall.

Special dietary needs must be noted on the health card. Parents of girls with special dietary needs (vegetarian, Kosher, halal, etc.) must contact the council at least 30 days prior to program to ensure their daughter’s needs can be accommodated.

No food, including snacks, may be sent with camper unless there is a medical necessity that has been discussed with the Camp Director prior to their session. Food in the living areas attracts unwanted critters.

what about the heat?

At resident camp, girls adapt easily to the climate. Campers naturally adapt to living in the summer heat without air conditioning or fans by staying hydrated, resting during the hottest part of the day, and wearing cool, cotton clothing. The equipment list included in the confirmation packet will include all necessary equipment to help beat the heat.

who will be my campeR’S counselors?

Our counselors are selected based on their program skills, maturity, education, caring attitude, and experience with children. Program areas, such as ropes course, horses, swimming and boating, are directed by certified and trained staff. All of our staff must successfully complete pre-camp staff training and become members of Girl Scouts of the USA.

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what is the trading post?

The camp trading post is a “general store” that sells camp items such as water bottles, mess kits, mosquito netting, ponchos, stationery and stamps, and fun camp memorabilia. The amount received with your fee balance will be credited to the camper’s account at the trading post. We will not accept any cash from campers. If there is a remaining balance of over $2 at the end of the camper’s session, a council shop credit will be issued at check-out. No cash will be refunded. In 2010, $25 was the amount received by most campers for use at trading post.

The trading post is optional.

camp buddies

Girl Scout camp is a wonderful way to meet new people, although it can also be a great experience for two friends who already know each other. A camper may request a “buddy” on her camp registration form. To register as buddies, the girls must: list each other’s name on the registration form in the buddy blank; qualify and register for the same session (all 1st & 2nd choices); and send both registrations and deposits in the same envelope. Make sure you and your buddy are planning this together. Buddy placement is not guaranteed. Large groups/ multiple buddy requests can be accommodated. The Camp Director has final authority to house campers at her discretion.

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units

Girls of comparable age are organized into groups living in platform tents or cabins, called units. Girl Scouts of the USA requires that counselors have separate sleeping arrangements from campers. The unit counselors are housed in tents or cabins in close proximity to the campers. Unit lodges are available for gatherings, rainy day activities, and cookouts.

Bathhouses with hot showers and flush toilets are located in each unit; each shower and toilet stall is private. Each platform tent or cabin is equipped with cots and foam mattresses.

The tents at camp are on raised wooden platforms or concrete slabs with 256 square feet of living space. Mosquito nets and poles should be purchased for all campers staying in tents at camp. These may be purchased at the trading post at check-in.

waiting list

If you register for sessions which no longer have space available, you will be placed on a “waiting list” for the session with the shortest waiting list. If space becomes available, girls will be placed in the order they were added to the list.

Parents must respond immediately to notice of waiting list placement, letting the council know if the girl can or cannot attend the camp session. “Buddies” will be placed together from a waiting list. In the event that only one (1) space is available, the council will place a camper, but only if their parent notifies the council that their camper may be placed without the original buddy requested.

check in and check out Campers will check in at Camp Whispering Pines between 2 and 4 p.m. and at Camp Marydale between 3 and 5 p.m. on opening day and depart between 4 and 6 p.m. closing day. For 4 Day Sessions and Beginner Resident Camp Sessions at Covington, campers will check in at camp from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. and depart between 4 and 6 p.m. closing day.

Please bring a sack lunch. The first meal provided will be dinner.

Special early checkout arrangements must be discussed at check-in. Checkout at a later time is not an option. The camp gates will remain closed until the time indicated. Directions to camp will be included in your confirmation packet.

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non-girl scouts Procedures for acceptance and participation in camp programs are the same for every girl without regard to race, national origin or religion. Not a Girl Scout or currrently registered? Not a problem.

Simply include the $12 annual national membership dues along with the camp fees/form and pay the regular session fees.

camper physical exam Every camper is covered by health and accident insurance. Campers are required to have a physical examination within 24 months prior to entering Resident Camp. The health form must be filled out and signed by a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, presented at check-in. Campers must have this form completed in order to attend camp. All immunizations and vaccinations need to be listed on the form. Health forms from previous years of camp are not available as they are permanently stored upon closure of camp season. Please keep a copy of the health form for your records.

girls with special needs

Please contact the Camp Director for campers requiring special diets, special health care, or with mobility limitations over rough terrain. You will be able to discuss the nature of your camper’s needs and gather additional information to determine if the camp can provide the proper support, supervision and necessary accommodations for your camper to have a safe, fulfilling camp experience. To be successful at camp, your camper needs to be independent with self care (i.e.showering, dressing, using the restroom, etc.), and able to function in an eight-to-one camper to staff ratio.

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expected camper behavior Girls are expected to follow the Girl Scout Promise and Law, listen and follow the directions of counselors, use the buddy system, and stay within camp boundaries. No drugs, alcohol, pets, or weapons are permitted on Girl Scout property. Campers are not permitted to bring a cell phone.

The Camp Director reserves the right to send home any camper who neglects to follow camp rules, becomes a danger to herself and/or others, or damages property. No refund will be given if a child is sent home due to misconduct.

visits and phone calls Due to the full schedule of activities, having family/friends visit may be disruptive for your daughter.

Therefore, we do not have a camp visitation day. Phones are not available for campers’ use. If there is an emergency, we will arrange a time for your daughter to be near a phone to receive or make a phone call. Campers are not permitted to bring a cell phone.

modification of programs Girl Scouts Louisiana East plans quality programs for camp with the health, safety, and well-being of the camper as our first priority. Some sessions may be altered or cancelled due to weather, natural disaster, lack of staff, or lack of registrations. The Camp Director may determine whether a girl is competent to participate in any activity and, if necessary, transfer her to another program. When necessary, campers will participate in alternate activities; there will be no reduction or refunds given if this occurs. No reductions or refunds will be issued if changes are made in activities due to weather or natural disaster. If a session is cancelled due to lack of registrations, campers will be afforded the opportunity to select another session or receive a full refund.

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camp marydale

is a year round camping facility with a multi-purpose building/dining hall, a large activity center and craft hut, and infirmary, all located near a pristine lake.

There is a sports field, an archery field, a challenge course, several hiking trails, and a swimming pool. The 22+ herd of girl friendly horses are housed in a large barn, with two riding trails that wind throughout the property. Six residential units provide hot and cold showers.

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session information NOTE: All girls will have the opportunity to cook out, hike, swim (weather permitting), and make arts and crafts, tie-dye, and horseback ride.

summer themes

Each week and day we will have a “fun” theme activity. Please send your camper with the appropriate “fun” clothing for our activity. Please note there is no need to go out and purchase anything. A homemade costume or a fun accessory is what it is all about! Girls will also have an opportunity to “accessorize themselves” with supplies that we have at camp.

DATE

WEEKLY THEME

DAY THEME

6/5 - 6/10

TOGA PARTY

MONDAY – MISMATCH DAY (dress with mismatch clothes or socks, backward tee-shirt, etc.)

6/12 - 6/17

MARDI GRAS

6/19 - 6/24

FIESTA NIGHT

WEDNESDAY – CRAZY HAIR DAY

6/26 - 7/1

HAWAIIAN LUAU

THURSDAY – SILLY HAT DAY

7/5 - 7/8

PATRIOTIC

(show your camp spirit by wearing your

TUESDAY – TWINS DAY (you and a buddy dress alike)

FRIDAY – SPIRIT DAY favorite camp or Girl Scout tee-shirt!)

7/10 - 7/15

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DISCO NIGHT

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entering GradeS 1–3

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

happy campers! (4 day session)

Learn what it’s like to be a Marydale camper with other girls who are new to resident camp! Have fun hiking, playing group games, and completing badge work. Make new friends, swim, enjoy a cookout, and even take time for a pony ride! Work on the Ready, Set, Go Camping Try-It. Session: July 5 – 8 Code: CMDHC5 Fee: $190/$202* Capacity: 45

entering GradeS 2–3

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

eager beavers

Come enjoy a week of fun at Camp Marydale! Swim everyday! Make new friends, hike a trail, go on a pony ride, go canoeing, learn songs, play games and have fun with arts & crafts. Work on the Outdoor Adventure Try-It. Session: June 5-10 Session: June 19-24 Fee: $275/$287*

Code: CMDEB1 Code: CMDEB3 Capacity: 25

little mermaids

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MARYDALE

If you love water and want to stay cool this summer, this is the camp for you. You will have plenty of time for swimming everyday, canoeing, and many other water-related activities. After you dry off, you will spend time hiking, making crafts, and doing a few experiments with water while working on some activities from your WOW! Journey book and the Water Everywhere Try-It. Session: June 5-10 Code: CMDLM1 Session: June 19-24 Code: CMDLM3 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 20

earth explorers

Do you love the outdoors? We will investigate all of the amazing plants and animals living with us at camp. Peer into the pond and get water samples to test, learn how water travels, complete some science experiments, go on a science and technology hunt, see how magnets work, watch the weather and how it changes. There will still be plenty of time to cool off in the pool, take a pony ride, and much more! Work on the Earth Is Our Home & Eco-Explorer Try-Its. Session: June 12-17 Code: CMDEE2 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 20

marydale memories

You need not be “crafty” to enjoy this session full of crafts and other activities that make lasting camp memories. Campers will enjoy games, swimming, a pony ride, and solving some mysteries from your Brownie Quest Journey, in addition to working on the Colors and Shapes and Numbers and Shapes Try-Its. Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CMDMM4 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 20

let the games begin It’s all fun and games for you! Play your favorite sports like kickball, jump rope, and relay races. Don’t worry—there will still be time for freeze tag, a beanbag toss, aerobics, tug-o-war, and even some board games. Then take a break for arts & crafts, a pony ride, and a dip in the pool. End the week with a low ropes course challenge! Work on the Girl Sports, Math Fun, and Puppets Try-Its. Session: July 10 – 15 Code: CMDLG6 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 20

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entering GradeS 4–6

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

sleuthin’ around

Use your powers of deduction to solve a Marydale Mystery by working on your Science Sleuth Badge. There isn’t always a “right” or “only’ answer to a question, that’s the challenge of sleuthing. Learn that you can’t escape your identity; it’s In the Genes. You’ll do some weather and cloud watching and will even build your own Barometer. But don’t think that’s all you are going to do. There will be plenty of time to go for a swim, ride a horse, try some archery and many other Camp Marydale activities.

Session: June 5 – 10 Code: CMDSA1 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 15 Session: July 5 – 8 Code: CMDSA5 Fee: $190/$202* Capacity: 15

sports and more!

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Are you crazy about sports? Come spend a week trying a different sport each day! Choose from softball, soccer, volleyball, archery, ping-pong and more. You’ll even get the chance to play board games and visit our Science lab. Don’t worry, you’ll still have time to learn about teamwork on our challenge course, perfect your canoe skills, enjoy a horseback riding lesson, and swim. Work on the Field Sports and Fun and Fit Badges.

Session: June 12 – 17 Code: CMDSM2 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 15

water you wading for?

Can’t get to the beach this summer? Well… here’s the next best thing. Our riverbed has plenty of sand to play in and our pool has all the water you need. Take a hike on the Eagle Walk trail and visit Alexander creek, dig in the sand, make a sand candle, hunt for friendship rocks, look for animal foot prints, then enjoy playing pool games, learning water safety and improving your swimming skills at the pool while working on your Water Fun and Swimming Badges. You’ll also have time to ride a horse, go canoeing, try archery, and enjoy the challenge course.

Session: June 12 – 17 Code: CMDWW2 Capacity: 25 Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CMDWW4 Capacity: 30 Fee: $275/$287*

horsin’ around

How would you like to spend a week with a horse? Ride everyday (weather permitting), learn basic horse care, and (if your group is ready) take a trail ride at the end of the week. After you get done horsin’ around, enjoy swimming, hiking, a cookout, and more! Work on the Horse Rider and Horse Fan Badges.

Session: June 19 – 24 Code: CMDHA3 Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CMDHA4 Session: July 10 – 15 Code: CMDHA6 Fee: $325/$337* Capacity: 28

potpourri

Here’s an outdoor adventure for you. Have a taste of everything camp has to offer. Activities include swimming, canoeing, archery, swinging from the ropes on the challenge course, horseback riding, hiking a trail, cooking a meal in the fire ring, staying up late one night while laying in the field and watching the stars and listening to the sounds of nature. You will also have time for some crafts and learning about Science in Everyday Life and Finding your Way while working on those badges.

Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CMDPO4 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 25

play possum (4 day session)

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Do you love slumber parties? Then this is the program for you. Stay up late and sleep in too!

You’ll enjoy night hikes, polar bear swims, a talent show contest, karaoke parties, relaxing exercises and more! You’ll participate in crafts, get a horseback-riding lesson, and have a cookout! Work on Stress Less Badge.

Session: July 5 – 8 Code: CMDPP5 Fee: $190/$202* Capacity: 30

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star wonders

Have you always loved stargazing and wondering what’s going on in outer space? Then this session is what you’re looking for. Explore the mysterious night sky; it is filled with planets, stars, moons, satellites, and more. Also learn about airplanes, kites, and space shuttles. Instead of just gazing up at the sky, learn what you are seeing at while working on the Aerospace and Sky Search Badges.

During the day you will have plenty of time to swim, canoe, ride a horse, and other camp activities.

Session: July 10 – 15 Code: CMDSW6 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 25

entering GradeS 7–9

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

night owls

Do you seem to perk up as the sun goes down? If your idea of a good “lights out” time is in the morning, then this is the session for you! Make cool glow-in-the-dark crafts, learn how glow sticks work, have a marshmallow roast at midnight, and best of all, sleep late. Swimming, canoeing, horseback riding, hikes, and challenge course are among your activity options. Work on the EcoAction Interest Project Patch.

Session: June 5 – 10 Code: CMDNO1 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 30

buckin’ broncos

Adopt a horse for a week! Work on your horsemanship skills and horse care, too. Ride everyday and even enjoy a trail ride (weather permitting) at the end of the week. In the afternoons, the rest of the camp program is yours to enjoy. Work on the Horse Sense Interest Project Patch. **You must be able to mount, walk, and trot a horse by yourself prior to participating in this program!

Session: June 5-10 Code: CMDBB1 Fee: $325/$337* Capacity: 28 Session: July 5-8 Code: CMDBB5 Fee: $290/$302* Capacity: 28

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do-si-do

NEW this year! We will have a TWO-week session of Do-Si-Do! Not sure which camp to attend? DoSi-Do is the best of both worlds. You’ll attend both Marydale and CWP for a week each, then swap camps on the weekend. You will get to enjoy all of your camp favorites such as swimming, horseback riding, archery, arts and crafts, science activities, campfires, challenge course and so much more.

Girls will be dropped off at Camp Marydale, participate in opening camp festivities here and stay for a week. Over the weekend, girls will travel to Camp Whispering Pines, participate in activities such as high ropes, zip-line and boating and then conclude the week with closing campfire festivities! Note: Check In at Marydale then Check Out at CWP. Session: June 12 – 24 Code: CMDSD2 Fee: $400/$412* Capacity: 30

girl “power”

It’s a girl thing! Explore health and fitness, yoga, and experiments to learn about the water you drink.

There’s time for some cool science experiments and also enjoy the camp experience: horseback ride, hike a trail, go canoeing, cook out and cool off in the pool. Work on some science badges.

Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CMDGP4 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 15

pool party

Enjoy hanging out at the pool with your friends, listen to some music by the beach boys, get some sun and while you’re at it work on the Water Sports Interest Project Patch. This patch requires that you pass a swimming test, jump in the water fully clothed, including shoes, right yourself, and stay afloat for five minutes. When you’re not at the pool you will get a chance to do some archery, canoe, climb the wall on the challenge course, ride a horse and much more.

Session: July 10-15 Code: CMDPP6 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 15

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entering GradeS 9-12

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

s a d dle up

Are you ready for an adventure with your favorite horse? Older girls, get ready to improve your horsemanship skills and learn basic horse care and safety. You’ll be riding (weather permitting) and at the barn every day. Once you clean up, there will be plenty of time for chilling out at the pool, planning a creative dinner that cooks while you ride, and hanging out with new bunkmates.

You’ll even get a chance to try your skills at the challenge course! Work on the Horse Sense Interest Project Patch. **You must be able to mount, walk, and trot a horse by yourself prior to participating in this program.

Session: June 12 – 17 Code: CMDSU2 Fee: $325/$337* Capacity: 28

fo ot loose

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Can’t decide between summer vacation and camp? Do both! Come tour the world outside of Camp Marydale and see beautiful sights. Hike through the hills of Tunica State Park, tour St. Francisville, and visit the Myrtles Plantation, the Oakley Plantation, and more. When you’re not trekking around town you’ll get to experience camp life with a cookout, team-building at the challenge course, swimming and a horseback ride.

Session: June 19 – 24 Code: CMDFL3 Fee: $300/$312* Capacity: 13

m a r ydale af ter dark Ready for some nighttime adventure? Explore camp after dark! Older girls will stay up LATE swimming and hiking, then sleep in every morning. Sleep under the stars one night and plan a karaoke party another. When you finally wake up, there will be time to ride a horse, make bead jewelry, and check out the challenge course. Work on the Eco-Action Interest Project Patch.

Session: July 10 – 15 Code: CMDMD6 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 30

l e adership training entering GradeS 9-12

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

c o u n selor-in-training (CIT I)

If you’re ready to be more than a camper, you may be ready to be a CIT! Spend the first couple of days learning the first part of your Program aide information. Learn basic camp songs, games, and ceremonies. Spend the week at the camp working with the counselors as an aide.

Then get hands-on experience with the younger girls as you shadow a counselor during week two and improve your leadership skills. At the end of the two weeks you will have completed everything you need to be a Program Aide. You’ll also have time to enjoy the rest of the camp program. This program has a weekend stay. You’ll even find time to take a break and cool off in the pool, and take a hike!

Session: June 19 – July 1 Code: CMCIT3 Fee: $300/$312* Capacity: 10

w ra ngler-in-training ( WIT I) Are you ready to share your horse knowledge? This is a special program for the mature rider who is ready to learn what it takes to be a member of the Wrangler Program. During the first week you’ll learn how to maintain the herd and the barn, how to teach lessons, and improve your own riding skills. Then take time to try out your new skills as you shadow a wrangler during week two. You’ll also have time to enjoy the rest of the camp program. This program has a weekend stay.

Session: June 19 – July 1 Code: CMWIT3 Fee: $300/$312* Capacity: 10

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L e a d e r s h i p T r a i ning entering GradeS 9-12

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

** PLEASE NOTE: For girls 15 and up that have successfully completed CIT I or WIT I, or with approval of Camp Director.

coun s e l o r- i n - t ra i n i n g II ( C I T II) Survived CIT I and ready for more? Spend a few days reviewing what you learned in CIT I last year or earlier this summer and get the opportunity for more hands-on experience. If you did CIT I last year and you’re not a Program Aide you will have the opportunity to complete the activities to become one. Complete a camp service project, and develop skills in program areas like arts & crafts, sports, nature, challenge course, archery, and more in this two-week session. You’ll also have time to enjoy the rest of the camp program. This program has a weekend stay. **Prerequisite: CIT I Session: July 5 – 15 Code: CMCT25 Fee: $300/$312* Capacity: 10

wra n g l e r- i n - t ra i n i n g II ( W I T II) Love the Marydale horses? If you’ve completed WIT I then you are ready for WIT II. Spend two weeks learning how to teach both grooming and arena lessons. Prepare and teach a lesson for younger girls. Help saddle, groom and feed the horses. This session will also cover child development, program delivery, and more. Spend some time completing a service project for the barn. This program has a weekend stay. You’ll also have time to enjoy the rest of the camp program. **Prerequisite: WIT I Session: July 5 – 15 Code: CMWT25 Fee: $300/$312* Capacity: 10

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PLEASE NOTE:

WIT and CIT are leadership programs.

WIT’s is NOT a riding program. WITs will enjoy some group riding lessons, but it will be minimal compared to an actual riding session. If you are not a Program Aide you will have the opportunity to complete the activities to become one. Girls must have previous horseback riding experience to participate. Girls should be able to saddle, groom and control their horse at a walk and a trot.

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Grade

Program

Code

Cost

1-3

Happy Campers!

(4 day session)

CMDHC5

$190/$202*

2-3

Eager Beavers

CMDEB1

$275/$287*

2-3

Little Mermaids

CMDLM1

$275/$287*

2-3

Earth Explorers

CMDEE2

$275/$287*

2-3

Eager Beavers

CMDEB3

$275/$287*

2-3

Little Mermaids

CMDLM3

$275/$287*

2-3

Marydale Memories

CMDMM4

$275/$287*

2-3

Let the Games Begin

CMDLG6

$275/$287*

4-6

Sleuthin’ Around

CMDSA1

$275/$287*

4-6

Water you wading for?

CMDWW2

$275/$287*

4-6

Sports & More!

CMDSM2

$275/$287*

4-6

Horsin’ Around

CMDHA3

$325/$337*

4-6

Potpourri

CMDPO4

$275/$287*

4-6

Water you wading for?

CMDWW4

$275/$287*

4-6

Horsin’ Around

CMDHA4

$325/$337*

4-6

Play Possum

CMDPP5

$190/$202*

4-6

Sleuthin’ Around

CMDSA5

$190/$202*

4-6

Star Wonders

CMDSW6

$275/$287*

4-6

Horsin’ Around

CMDHA6

$325/$337*

7-9

Night Owls

CMDNO1

$275/$287*

7-9

Buckin’ Broncos

CMDBB1

$325/$337*

7-9

Do-si-do (2-weeks)

CMDSD2

$400/$412*

7-9

Girl “Power”

CMDGP4

$275/$287*

7-9

Buckin’ Broncos

CMDBB5

$290/$302*

7-9

Pool Party

CMDPP6

$275/$287*

9-12

Saddle Up!

CMDSU2

$325/$337*

9-12

Footloose

CMDFL3

$300/$312*

9-12

Marydale after Dark

CMDMD6

$275/$287*

9-12

Counselor-in-Training I

CMCIT3

$300/$312*

9-12

Wrangler-in-Training I

CMWIT3

$300/$312*

*9-12

Counselor-in-Training II (*15 yrs and up)

CMCT25

$300/$312*

*9-12

Wrangler-in-Training II (*15 yrs and up)

CMWT25

$300/$312*

Week 1

Week 2

Week 3

Week 4

Week 5

Week 6

6/5-6/10

6/12-6/17 6/19-6/24

6/26-7/1

7/5-7/8

7/10-7/15

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Grade

Program

Code

Cost

1-3

Splish Splash (4 day session)

CWPPH5

$190/$202*

2-3

Creatively Crafty

CWPPH1

$275/$287*

2-3

Little Mermaids

CWPPH2

$275/$287*

2-3

Destination Discovery

CWPPH3

$275/$287*

2-3

Fireflies and Fairytales

CWPPH4

$275/$287*

4-6

Splash

CWPOR1

$275/$287*

4-6

Outdoor Explorers

CWPOR2

$275/$287*

4-6

Summer Nights

CWPOR3

$275/$287*

4-6

Outdoor Explorers

CWPOR4

$275/$287*

4-6

Splash and Dash (4 day session)

CWPOR5

$190/$202*

7-9

Wet and Wild

CWPST1

$275/$287*

7-9

CWP Hogwarts

CWPOR2

$275/$287*

7-9

Do-si-do (2-weeks)

CWPDD2

$400/$412*

7-9

Dinner Divas

CWPST3

$275/$287*

7-9

Twilight Nights

CWPST4

$275/$287*

7-9

Wet and Wild

CWPST5

$190/$202*

Stay and Play

CWPSP2

$350/$362*

CWPSA1

$125/$137*

CWPSA2

$125/$137*

CWPSA3

$125/$137*

CWPSA4

$125/$137*

CWPSA5

$125/$137*

9-12 9-12 9-12 9-12 9-12 9-12

Senior Program Aide (*14 yrs and up) Senior Program Aide (*14 yrs and up) Senior Program Aide (*14 yrs and up) Senior Program Aide (*14 yrs and up) Senior Program Aide (*14 yrs and up)

9-12

Counselor-in-Training I

WPCIT1

$300/$312*

*9-12

Counselor-in-Training II (*15 yrs and up)

WPCIT2

$300/$312*

Week 1

Week 2

Week 3

Week 4

Week 5

6/5-6/10

6/12-6/17 6/19-6/24

6/26-7/1

7/5-7/8

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Program

Code

Cost

Capacity

1-4

Girl Scout Bonanza

CCPF1

$125/$137*

40

1-4

Camp What-cha-wanna-du

CCPF2

$125/$137*

40

1-4

Fireflies

CCPF3

$125/$137*

40

1-4

Girl Scout Bonanza

CCPF4

$125/$137*

40

7-10

Program Aides

PFPA01

$75/$87*

10

7-10

Program Aides

PFPA02

$75/$87*

10

7-10

Program Aides

PFPA03

$75/$87*

10

7-10

Program Aides

PFPA04

$75/$87*

10

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7/13-15

7/17-19

7/20-22

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New this year!

camp covington

beginners resident camp is an ideal program for the

beginning or first time camper. Held at Girl Scouts Louisiana East Camp Covington, the sessions are three days and two nights in length. These sessions are designed with the new camper in mind and are for girls entering 1st – 4th grade. Girls will have so much fun meeting new friends and developing their camping skills. They participate in outdoor cooking, nature activities, campfires, songs, arts & crafts, and water activities. Girl Scout Daisies live in Pooh’s Corner, our cabin unit, while other girls occupy the platform tent area (once cabins are full).

All of the counselors at Camp Covington are fully trained and have participated at our other summer camps. They have a whole summer’s worth of ideas and songs to share with the campers. If you have any questions, please email the Camp Director Shannon “Echo” Bazor at cwpdirector@gsle.org.

to register

To register for Beginners Resident Camp a $50 deposit must accompany the registration form.

Please mail all registration forms and deposit to the council. The council must have a completed Registration on each girl. When a girl has been accepted, you will receive a confirmation information packet in the mail. Registration begins NOW!

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beginners resident camp program aides Beginners Resident Camp Program Aides (Girls entering 7-10 grades) assist as program support for group leaders, work closely with the administrative staff and also help with unit and all-camp programs. Beginners Resident Camp Program Aides will need to fill out the registration form and submit to council.

entering GradeS 1-4

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

girl scout bonanza Explore all that camp has to offer. Have fun sampling camp activities in this 3-day/2-night camp. This session is perfect for first time campers. Swimming, songs, games, and crafts abound!

July 10 – 12 Code: CCPF1 July 20 – 22 Code: CCPF4 Fee:$125/$137* Capacity: 40

camp what-cha-wanna-du

Help plan your three days at camp. Learn new songs, play games, even learn to tie-dye! Enjoy the beach of the Bogue Falaya where you will play in the sand and look for clay. There are so many things to choose from…. so what-cha-wanna-du?

July 13 – 15 Code: CCPF2 Fee: $125/$137* Capacity: 40

fireflies Camp Covington is perfect for the first time camper…come join us as we look at the stars, play Frisbee, golf and play at the “beach.” Camp Covington has it all! We will play games, sing songs, and have a campfire with S’mores!

July 17 – 19 Code: CCPF3 Fee: $125/$137* Capacity: 40

entering GradeS 7-10

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

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As Program Aides, girls assist as program support for group leaders, work closely with the administrative staff, and also help with unit and all-camp programs.

July 10 – 12 Code: PFPA01 July 13 – 15 Code: PFPA02 July 17 – 19 Code: PFPA03 July 20 – 22 Code: PFPA04 Fee: $75/$87* Capacity: 10

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camp whispering pines

is a 600-acre site located in Independence, LA. The site is heavily forested with pine and river area hardwoods. Many well established trails wind through the widely-scattered campsites. A variety of activities are available: a high ropes challenge course that includes a climbing wall; a 23-acre lake is available for boating; a Junior Olympic-sized pool is available for swimming; the Tangipahoa River borders the property; Indian Creek meanders through the back section of the camp.

session information

NOTE: All girls will have the opportunity to cook out, hike, swim daily (weather permitting), make arts and crafts, tie-dye, boat, and participate in the ropes/ challenge course and/or rock climbing wall.

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summer themes

Each week at camp we have a “Crazy Meal and All Camp Activity.” Please send your camper with the appropriate “fun” clothing for our activity. Please note there is no need to go out and purchase anything. A homemade costume or a fun accessory is what it is all about! Girls will also have an opportunity to “accessorize themselves” with supplies that we have at camp. The list of weekly themes is included in your camper confirmation packet.

DATE

Crazy Meal THEME

Monday All-Camp THEME

6/5 - 6/10

superheros

Crazy field day

6/12 - 6/17

night at the movies

movie under the stars

6/19 - 6/24

cwp olympics

Capture the flag

6/26 - 7/1

red, white & blue

Winnie roast/fireworks show

7/5 - 7/8

pirates

Pool party

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entering GradeS 1–3

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

splish splash (4 day session)

Explore all the fun that camp has to offer. Have a great time sampling camp activities in this fourday short session, designed especially for that first time camper! Swimming, boating, crafts and hiking are waiting for you this summer!

Session: July 5 – 8 Code: CWPPH5 Fee: $190/$202* Capacity: 30

entering GradeS 2–3

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

creatively crafty

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Do you like painting and creating things? Do you like earning Try-Its? Then come spend a week creating all sorts of cool things while earning the Art to Wear Try-It and the Color and Shapes TryIt. We will tie-dye, paint faces, and learn how the three primary colors combine to make all the other colors and much more! Plus you will still have time to participate in other camp favorites like swimming, cooking out and the rock wall!

Session: June 5 – 10 Code: CWPPH1 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 30

little mermaids

Spend the hot summer days cooling off in the pool twice a day! Night swim, try your hand at synchronized swimming, water games, boating, tubing on the lake and more! You will still have time to climb our rock wall, hike, cook out and participate in arts and crafts!

Session: June 12 – 17 Code: CWPPH2 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 30

destination discovery

Shhhhh.. Did you hear that? It’s Camp Whispering Pines calling you to come explore the great outdoors and outer space! We will have adventures on nature walks, look at the night sky and discover the environment all around us. After working on our Outdoor Adventurer and Space Explorers Try-Its, we will still have time to climb the rock wall, cook out, arts and craft, swim and more!

Session: June 19 – 24 Code: CWPPH3 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 30

fireflies and fairytales

If you like eating S’mores, singing songs, playing games, swimming, cooking outside, hiking and listening to fairytales then Camp Whispering Pines is the place for you! Girls will round out their experience with other camp activities.

Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CWPPH4 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 30

entering GradeS 4-6

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

splash

Beat the summer heat while cooling off this summer at CWP! Splash campers will swim twice a day, night swim, boat, go tubing and boating on the lake, cool off in the river all while having time for all land lover fun! Crafts, campfires, hiking, rock climbing wall and more!

Session: June 5 – 10 Code: CWPOR1 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 42

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Do you like staying up late during the summer? If so, this is the session for you. Stay up late and sleep late in the morning. Go for a night swim, plan a karaoke party, watch movies and still have the afternoons for doing everything else at camp!

Session: June 19 – 24 Code: CWPOR3 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 42

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outdoor explorers

Do you like exploring? Do you want to know what’s around the next bend at camp? Come to camp and check out the trails and maybe even spot a turtle! Go swimming, canoeing and try the high ropes course. Explore camp at night and listen to all the sounds of nightlife at camp!

Session: June 12 – 17 Code: CWPOR2 Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CWPOR4 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 42

splash and dash (4 day session)

Spend four quick days at CWP participating in camp activities in a flash! Swim, climb the rock wall, go boating, and make crafts. A quick and fun-filled week awaits you at Camp Whispering Pines!

Session: July 5 – 8 Code: CWPOR5 Fee: $190/$202* Capacity: 42

entering GradeS 7-9

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

wet and wild

Ready to get Wet and Wild this summer? Prepare for sunny days poolside, lakeside or on the Tangipahoa Beach right on our very own camp property! Cool off twice a day and still have plenty of time to participate in the rock climbing wall and high ropes course, arts and crafts, boating, cooking out and more!

Session: June 5 – 10 Code: CWPST1 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 36 Session: July 5 – 8 Code: CWPST5 Fee: $190/$202* Capacity: 36

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cwp hogwarts

Leave your Muggle life behind to explore the adventures found at CWP Hogwarts! Try your own kitchen chemistry and more this week! Try activities such as Herbology, and Care of Magical Creatures. Top off the week with a game of Quidditch – Camp Whispering Pines style! Where will the sorting hat place you?

Session: June 12 – 17 Code: CWPOR2 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 36

do-si-do

NEW this year! We are offering a TWO-week session of Do-Si-Do! Not sure which camp to attend? Do-Si-Do is the best of both worlds. You’ll attend both CWP and Marydale for a week each.

Swap camps on the weekend and enjoy all of your camp favorites such as swimming, horseback riding, boating, arts and crafts, zip-line, nature activities, campfires, ropes course and so much more. Girls will be dropped off at Camp Whispering Pines, participate in opening camp festivities here and stay for a week. Over the weekend, girls will travel to Camp Marydale, participate in activities such as horseback riding and archery and then conclude the week with closing campfire festivities! Note: Check In at CWP and Check out at Marydale.

Session: June 12 – June 24 Code: CWPDD2 Fee: $400/$412* Capacity: 30

dinner divas

Are you interested in creating fun meals in the kitchen and over a fire while learning about etiquette and different cultural delights? If so, then this session is for you! Create a fun meal and host a dinner party for other campers or counselors! It’s all up to you to become a camping Dinner Diva! You will still have time to participate in arts and crafts, boating, rock climbing wall and ropes course, swimming and much more!

Session: June 19 – 24 Code: CWPST3 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 36

twilight nights

Sleep in, stay up late, throw dances, watch a movie, have a pajama party, bake late night treats, or sleep out on the barge. Experience Camp Whispering Pines by the moonlight! You will still have time to participate in cooking out, arts and crafts, boating, and rock climbing wall and ropes course, swimming and much more!

Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CWPST4 Fee: $275/$287* Capacity: 36

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entering GradeS 9-12

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

stay and play

Come stay and play at CWP! You’ll have more than enough time to do everything you could want to do TWICE! Favorites such as swimming, high ropes course and rock climbing wall, boating, arts and crafts, nature activities, campfires, special environmental project and so much more are waiting for you. Also, this year we will go to Sweetwater Stables to ride horses!

Reserve your spot today!

Session: June 12 – June 24 Code: CWPSP2 Fee: $350/$362* Capacity: 24

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Leadership Training girls 14 and up

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

senior program aide

Do you love to teach arts and crafts or songs and games to younger girls? Spend the week at the camp working with the counselors as an aide. You’ll even find time to take a break and cool off in the pool every day!

Session: June 5 – 10 Code: CWPSA1 Session: June 12 – 17 Code: CWPSA2 Session: June 19 – 24 Code: CWPSA3 Session: June 26 – July 1 Code: CWPSA4 Session: July 5 – 8 Code: CWPSA5 Fee: $125/$137* Capacity: 6

Leadership Training entering GradeS 9-12

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

counselor-in-training (cit I)

If you’re ready to be more than a camper, you may be ready to be a CIT! Spend the first week learning the skills of camp counseling; then get hands-on experience with the younger girls as you shadow a counselor while improving your leadership skills.

Session: June 19 – July 1 Code: WPCIT1 Fee: $300/$312* Capacity: 6

Leadership Training entering GradeS 9-12

* Non-Girl Scouts – $12 additional membership fee

** PLEASE NOTE: For girls 15 and up who have successfully completed CIT I, or with approval of Camp Director.

counselor-in-training (cit II)

Have you survived CIT I and are ready for more? Spend a few days reviewing what you learned at CIT I and then dive right in to the next set of counseling skills! Participate in a camp environmental service project, develop skills in program areas like arts and crafts, ropes challenge course, swimming, archery and more! * Pre Requisite: CIT I or equivalent Session: June 19 – July 1 Code: WPCIT2 Fee: $300/$312* Capacity: 6

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placement

begins now!

Mail in your registration to Girl Scouts Louisiana East, 841 S. Clearview Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70121. Applications accompanied by a $50 deposit, mailed and received in the office

by March 24, 2011 will receive an Early Bird gift of a $5 credit to the Trading Post!!

Confirmation packets will be mailed starting April 1, 2011.

Non-Refundable Registration Deposit: $50

registration

information

In anticipation of a camper’s attendance, various expenses are incurred on her behalf, such as supplies, equipment, registration and camp staffing costs. Accordingly, there is a nonrefundable $50 deposit for each session requested due with the registration form.

Forms received without the deposit(s) will be returned. As the registration process continues, this deposit is applied to the session fees. However, if the participant cancels a session, the deposit is retained. If the council must cancel a session, the deposit will be returned. Please note that the deposit is not transferable to another camper. Cookie Dough is not accepted as payment for the deposit (but is acceptable for the remainder of camp fees).

balance due

The balance of the camp fee must be received at either council office three weeks prior to session. NO FEES WILL BE ACCEPTED AT CAMP. If you plan on sending any trading post money, please include the amount with your fee balance or make your trading post deposit at camp on check in day.

refunds

Partial refunds (less non-refundable deposit) may be given in some instances and are considered on a case-by-case basis. Written requests for a refund must be received by the council least three weeks prior to the opening day of the session. A partial refund (less non-refundable deposit) may be secured if the council receives a written certificate from a licensed M.D. stating she is unable to attend her camp session or if there is a family emergency.

No refund will be given if a camper is sent home due to unacceptable behavior or homesickness.

Full refunds will only be issued for sessions canceled by the council due to lack of registrations.

camp scholarship request

Financial assistance is available for one camp session to those demonstrating financial need and will be a percentage of the session fee. Confidential camp scholarship request applications are due on April 15, 2011. After this date funds may be limited, but applications will be accepted for review.

If you wish to request financial assistance, please complete the form located here and attach it to your daughter’s registration form. Deposits are still required with a completed financial assistance form. Return the confidential application with your daughter’s camp registration form. Only girls registered with the Girl Scouts Louisiana East council are eligible for financial assistance.

girl scout cookie dough

Girls selling +500 boxes of cookies during the 2011 cookie activity begin to earn cookie dough.

Cookie dough can be used toward the balance of the camping fees. Girls may earn at the least $30 worth of cookie dough, maxing out at $120. Please note on the registration form if you have not received your certificate but are eligible. Cookie dough cannot be used as a deposit.

confirmations

After registration forms and deposits have been received and processed, confirmation packets will be sent via mail indicating placement in camp session(s), balance due, and detailed information on what to pack, trading post, etc. It will take some time to process registrations. If you are curious about the status of your confirmation packet, please call no earlier than April 1, 2011.

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gIRl HEaltH EXaMInatIOn RECORd

THIS PORTION TO BE fIllEd In by paREnt AND REvIEWED WITH PHYSICIAN AT THE TIME Of ExAMINATION Name (Last, first, Initial) Address

Parent or Guardian

City or Town

State

In Emergency Notify

Zip Code

Date of Birth

Age

Address

Health History: (Check those that apply) ❑ Chicken Pox ❑ Measles ❑ German Measles ❑ Mumps

(Area Code) Phone

allergies ❑ Animals ❑ food ❑ Hay fever ❑ Insect Stings ❑ Medicine/Drugs

❑ Plants ❑ Pollen ❑ Other

COMMEnts WHERE applICablE:

Sex (Area Code) Phone

Chronic or Recurring Illnesses ❑ ADD/ADHD ❑ Asthma

❑ Bleeding Disorders

❑ Diabetes

❑ Ear Infections ❑ Heart Defect/Disease ❑ Hypertension ❑ Musculoskeletal Disorders

❑ Seizures

❑ Other (Specify)__________

Operations or serious injuries _________________________________________________ Hospitalizations _____________________________________________________________ Other diseases/disabilities ____________________________________________________

suggestions from parent:

pROgRaM attEndIng

datE attEndIng

COMMEnts WHERE applICablE: fainting ___________________________________________________ Sleep Disturbances _________________________________________ Bed wetting________________________________________________ Menstrual cramps __________________________________________ Constipation _______________________________________________ Nosebleeds ________________________________________________ Emotional disturbances _____________________________________ Other _____________________________________________________ Specific activities to be encouraged _________________________________________________________________________________________ restricted _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Special medical or dietary regimen to be followed (specify) ____________________________________________________________ This health history is correct and my daughter has permission to engage in all prescribed activities, except as noted by me and the examining physician.

Signature of Parent/Guardian _________________________________________________________________ Date _______________________ THIS PORTION TO BE fIllEd In by pHysICIan AfTER REvIEW Of HEALTH HISTORY WITH paREnt/guaRdIan. Health Examination: Date of examination ________________________________________ Height _______________ Weight ______________ B.P. ____________ Appearance – Nutrition _____________________________________ Without Glasses With Glasses Eyes R 20/ ________ L 20/________ R 20/ _______ L 20/ _________ Ears ______________________________ Hearing R ____________ L____________ Code: Satisfactory ✔ Not Satisfactory ✗ Not Examined W Nose______________________________________________________ Throat ____________________________________________________ Teeth _____________________________________________________ Heart _____________________________________________________ Lungs _____________________________________________________ Abdomen _________________________________________________ Genitalia __________________________________________________ Hernia ____________________________________________________ Skin ______________________________________________________ Musculoskeletal ____________________________________________ General physical and emotional status ________________________ Urinalysis* _______________________ HGB* ____________________ Other notes________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ * Not required for every health examination. A Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, or Junior should have the test if she has not already had it, either when entering school or at any time since. A Girl Scout Cadette, Senior or Ambassador should have this test if she has not had it since entering puberty. **Adult tetanus-diphtheria toxoid *** Haemophilus influenza b

Record of Immunizations: Immunization

Year Primary Series Completed ________________

Year Of Last Booster ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________ ________________

D.T.P. Diphtheria Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Tetanus Td** ________________ Oral polio ________________ Measles ________________ Mumps ________________ Hib*** Hbpv*** ________________ ________________ Tuberculin test Type ___________ ________________ Year last given ____________________________ Result ___________________________________ Other ________________ ________________ Physician’ s comments and recommendations Give details or indicate management of significant illnesses. _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ This person is in satisfactory condition and may engage in all usual activities except as noted.

Licensed physician’ s name _________________________________________ Licensed physician’ s signature______________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________ City_______________________________ State _______ Zip _____________ Phone (_________)___________________________

Date _____________ UD: 02/2011

Girl Scouts Louisiana East

MAIL REGISTRATION FORMS TO:

841 S. Clearview Pkwy.

New Orleans, LA 70121

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Front & Back Form

www.gsle.org

Resident Camp Registration Form

 Covington

 Marydale

 Whispering Pines

 Registration form must be filled out completely to be processed.  Include $50 non-refundable deposit PER SESSION per form.  Mail to address listed above (or walk in). You can also fax to (504) 733-8219. If faxing, include credit card information.  A separate registration form/deposit is required for each camper.  Please have all forms returned to the council no later than three weeks prior to your camper’s session.  Registration is now taking place.

CAMPER INFORMATION T-shirt size:  YM  YL  AS  AM  AL  AXL  AXXL Camper’s Full Name ____________________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________ Parish _____________________________________ City _____________________________________ State_____ Zip____________ Age______ Date of Birth ________________ Registered Girl Scout (check one)  Yes

* No

Age Level  DA/BR  JR  CAD  SR/AMB Grade entering in Fall _______ Troop # ________ Service Unit # _______ ______________________________ (______)__________________ (_____)_________________ _________________________________ Parent/Guardian Day Cell Email ______________________________ (______)__________________ (_____)_________________ _________________________________ Parent/Guardian Day Cell Email

BUDDY INFORMATION Name of girls your camper would like to have in the same unit. Campers must request each other and submit forms by walk-in or by mail in the same envelope. Placement cannot be guaranteed.

Buddy Name(s) _________________________________________________________________________________ RESIDENT CAMP PROGRAM/CODE 1st Choice _____________________________________________________________ Program Name

_________________________________ Code

2nd Choice ____________________________________________________________ Program Name

_________________________________ Code

Check here if requesting Camp Scholarship ❏ Attach Camp Scholarship application to this registration. Due April 15, 2011.

Camp Fee Checklist Amount Session Fee

You may pay the total amount now or three weeks prior to your camper’s session.

$

*Membership Registration Fee

If not currently a registered Girl Scout, please include $12 Girl Scout Membership fee. Please register my camper as a Girl Scout for the 2011 membership year. Registering does not require my camper to be involved in any Girl Scout activities beyond camp.

Parent/Guardian Signature ___________________________________________

$

Deposit(s) Due

$50 non-refundable deposit PER SESSION must be included with this form. Remainder of fees due three weeks prior to your camper’s session.

$

Trading Post (Optional)

An average of $25 was received per girl in 2010. Money must be received three weeks prior.

$

Cookie Dough (if applicable)

Please include cookie dough certificate with registration. If you haven’t received your certificate please note here. ____________________________________________

$

Total Amount Enclosed Credit Card Number:

Check method of payment:  Cash

 Mastercard

 Visa

$

 Discover

 Check

 Debit

 AMX  Money Order

____________ – ____________ – ____________ – ____________ Expiration Date: ______________________

Print Cardholder’s Name

Cardholder’s Signature

X ______________________________________________________

X ____________________________________________________ OVER 

One Form and One Deposit Per Session Per Girl — May be Photocopied

Resident Camp Registration continued PARENT/GUARDIAN PERMISSION: I am enclosing the non-refundable $50 deposit (per session). I also understand the remainder of the camp fee is due three weeks prior to camp session.

I understand if my child has requested a Camp Buddy, ALL registrations and deposits must be received at the council office in the same envelope. I understand every attempt will be made to honor their request. I understand that my camper will be sharing a cabin/tent with girls similar in age. I understand that an adult camp counselor is in a cabin nearby.

My child has permission to participate in all phases of camp except as noted on the Camp Health Form, to appear in pictures for publicity purposes, including council website and related organizations websites, and to be registered as a Girl Scout if she is presently a non-Girl Scout. I have read the camp brochure and agree to cooperate with all policies. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in high-risk activities such as swimming, horseback riding, canoeing and/or the challenge course/climbing wall. Although care is given to greatly reduce the risk involved through safety procedures, education and equipment, I understand high adventure programs are not without an element of danger. I understand the risk involved with this type of program, and I feel the benefits outweigh the potential hazards of the program. My child has permission to take part in and travel to an activity off site of camp or between any of the Girl Scouts Louisiana East camps as part of the planned activities for my child’s camp session. ______________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature

____________________________________________ Date

EXPECTED CAMPER BEHAVIOR Girls are expected to follow the Girl Scout Promise and Law, listen and follow the directions of counselors, use the buddy system, and stay within camp boundaries. No drugs, alcohol, pets, or weapons are permitted on camp property. The camp director reserves the right to send home any camper who neglects to follow camp rules, becomes a danger to herself and/or others, or damages property. No refund will be given if a child is sent home due to misconduct.

CELL PHONE AGREEMENT  I understand that cell phones/pagers are not appropriate at camp and I agree to leave my cell phone at home.  I also understand that if I break this rule, and I am found with a cell phone/pager, the Camp Director will hold it. The camp and camp director are not responsible for lost or damaged cell phones.  I agree to speak to my unit counselor in the event of an emergency, homesickness, etc. so that my needs can be addressed. ______________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date

_______________________________________________________ Camper Signature Date

______________________________________________________ Print Name of Parent/Guardian

_______________________________________________________ Print Name of Camper

EMERGENCY CONTACT (if parent/guardian cannot be reached) ________________________________________________________________________ Name

________________________________________ Relation to Camper

(________)_____________________________ (________)_____________________________ (________)___________________________ Home Work Cell

RACIAL BACKGROUND  American Indian, Alaskan Native  Asian  Black, African American  Hawaiian, Pacific Islander  White  Other

ETHNIC BACKGROUND  Hispanic or Latina  Not Hispanic or Latina

 Please check if your child needs special assistance, i.e. dietary, mobility, interpreter, etc. We will make every effort to accommodate all girls where possible. Please explain. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ BACK

GSLE 02/11

Girl Scouts Louisiana East

MAIL REGISTRATION FORMS TO:

841 S. Clearview Pkwy.

New Orleans, LA 70121

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

www.gsle.org

Girl Scout Camp Scholarship Request

Any active registered Girl Scout in Girl Scouts Louisiana East may apply for a camp scholarship to attend one camp session.

Complete the camp registration form and camp scholarship request and send both to the Girl Scout Office by April 15 to be eligible for first round of allocations. After this date, funds may be limited.

TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT OR GUARDIAN: _______________________________________________ Camper’s Name

___________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian

_______________________________________________ Address

_________________________________ City, State

(______)___________________ Home

(______)__________________ Work

_______________ Zip

(______)__________________ Cell

________

Grade in Fall

Ethnic (choose one)  American Indian/Alaska Native  African American  Hawaiian, Pacific Islander  White  Other Are you also of Spanish/Hispanic origin?  Yes  No Is she a:  Registered Girl Scout: Troop # _______________ Service Unit # _____________  Individual Member Program Age Level in Fall:  DA/BR  JR  CAD  SR/AMB No. of Years as a Girl Scout ____ Did she participate in the most recent Girl Scout Fall Product and Cookie Sales?  Yes  No How often does she participate in Girl Scout activities, meetings, etc.? ______________________________________________

________________________________________ Leader’s Name

Family Income:

(______)__________________ Home

(______)_______________ Work / Cell

 Under $15,000

 $15,000 - $25,000

 $25,000 - $35,000

 $35,000 - $45,000

 $45,000 - $55,0000

 OVER $65,000

Number of people supported by this income ____________

Number of dependent children living at home ______________

List any unusual or extraordinary family expenses or circumstances _______________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Program your camper would like to attend

______________________ Dates

Although not required, partial or full reimbursement (when and if possible) of any funds granted is appreciated and accepted Amount of FeeThis $ ____________________________________ at any time. enables your council to continue to provide assistance for girls and adults when the need arises.

Amount you can pay $ ____________________________________ Has she received financial assistance from the Girl Scouts before?  No  Yes —When, amount received and for what purpose? ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Signature _____________________________________________________________ Date ___________________________  Parent/Guardian  Troop Leader  Other OFFICE USE ONLY: Amount Granted: $____________ Total Due from applicant $_____________ Appv’d by__________ Date_________ Program Cost: $____________ ________________________% authorized Receipted by ______________ No. ______________ date ______________ DATA ENTRY: by __________ date __________

GSLE 02/11

Non-Profit Organization U.S. POSTAGE PAID NEW ORLEANS, LA PERMIT NO. 428

P.O. Box 10800 New Orleans, LA 70181-0800 504-733-8220 • 800-644-7571 www.gsle.org

Girl Scouts Louisiana East serves the parishes of Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Jefferson, Lafourche, Livingston, Orleans, Plaquemines, Pointe Coupee, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. Helena, St. James, St. John, St. Mary, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Terrebonne, Washington, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana. It is funded by voluntary philanthropic contributions, the cookie and fall product sales, fees for services, and the United Way in selected parishes.

importANT DATES April 1

Confirmation packet mailings begin

April 10

Camp Open Houses Marydale and Whispering Pines, 1 – 3 p.m.

April 15

Camp Scholarship Request Application due

April 30

Camp Open House Camp Covington, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

May 20

Registration Deadline for Sessions 1 (begins on June 5) through Sessions 4 (ends on July 1)

June 17

Registration Deadline for Sessions 5 (begins on July 5) through Sessions 6 (ends on July 15)

Three weeks prior to session – Camp fee balance due

about us ACA Accreditation

Girl Scout Camp Marydale and Camp Whispering Pines are both accredited by the American Camp Association. Accreditation means that each camp undergoes a thorough review process by outside camping professionals every three years. Our Girl Scout camps consistently achieve the highest standards in the areas of personnel, program, site administration, and health care.

Three Cheers to the Camp Staff

There is a ratio of one staff member for every 6-8 girls. Camp staff members are chosen for their character, understanding of girls, love of the outdoors and special skills. Staff members receive extensive training in program skills, first aid/CPR and emergency procedures prior to the beginning of camp. A Health Supervisor lives on the camp site during the camp season and a licensed physician is on call at all times. All staff members working directly with campers undergo a Louisiana Investigative Background check. Each camp is governed by the American Camp Association’s Youth Camp Regulations and operated under Girl Scouts of the USA’s guidelines and standards.

2011 Resident Camp

Girl Scout Summer Programs help girls of all ages learn and grow through a variety of fun activities. Whether she is a first time participant or an “old timer,” each girl will meet new friends and experience new adventures in partnership with qualified, trained adults. Living, learning and having fun – that’s what Girl Scout Summer Camp is all about! It is a chance to meet girls from different backgrounds and cultures…enjoy a taste of independence… develop new skills, interests…explore the outdoors…and try new things.

Nurses Needed

One of the most important and critical jobs to fill at camp is the Health Supervisor which requires highly specialized training. It has become increasingly difficult to find nurses who can live and work the full summer at our camps. We are now looking for several people who would “job share” these very important positions at camp. Camp-age campers of the Health Supervisor can attend free of charge (limit one). To be eligible you need to be a registered nurse, EMT or paramedic who would consider living and working at camp for at least one full week (Sunday morning through Friday night). For more information, please contact Donna Dupré at 225-927-8946, ext. 1253 or email cmdirector@gsle.org for Marydale and for Covington or Whispering Pines email Shannon Bazor at cwpdirector@gsle.org.

Contact Phone Numbers

For additional information, registration questions and session availability call Girl Scouts Louisiana East at 504-733-8220 or 1-800-644-7571 and ask to speak with someone in the Business Services Department.