2024 Camp and Program Guide | Spring & Summer by Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

A Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania Publication

2024 Spring & Summer Issue

Camp and Program Guide

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Camp Care Kits Surprise your camper with the ultimate Camp Care Kit this summer! Each kit is full of mystery items your camper is sure to love. Check out the options below and order in myGS before April 15 for an exclusive discount.

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Resident Camp Care Kit:

Day Camp Care Kit:

Unleash camp excitement by sending your resident camper a curated care package featuring a fun, color-your-own tote bag (great for signatures!) and assorted camp branded items. Plus, some fun extras for even more camp fun.

Surprise your day camper with a curated camp package, featuring a fun, branded tote filled with camp swag and some fun extras! Order before April 15 for a $5 discount!

Order before April 15 for a $10 discount!

New this year! Camp Kits will be available to order at the same time as camp registration in myGS. Questions? Email shop@gsep.org

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Notes from Kim Hello Girl Scouts! As we plan for another exciting summer at Girl Scout camps across Eastern Pennsylvania, I am filled with anticipation and gratitude for the wonderful experiences that lie ahead! Our camps have always been places of growth, learning, and fun, but this year, we are especially focused on celebrating the richness and diversity that defines our community. At Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, we believe that every girl deserves a camp experience that not only nurtures her sense of adventure, but also embraces her unique background, interests, and aspirations. GSEP is busy getting ready for another exciting Cookie Program! Check out the Cookie Girl Guide at the back of this magazine to learn more about this year's mascot, the axolotl.

Last summer, we welcomed Girl Scouts Philly Camp to our summer lineup, which offers girls in the city of Philadelphia the chance to explore their neighborhoods, learn exciting new skills, and take trips to enjoy the outdoors, recognizing there are real environmental equities in our region.

Kim E. Fraites-Dow

Our camp programs are designed to offer a wide range of experiences, ensuring that every girl finds her place to shine. From high adventures like rock climbing and white water rafting, to creative pursuits like arts and STEM, there is something for everyone. We encourage our campers to step out of their comfort zones, try new things, and discover hidden talents they never knew they had.

Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania @KFraites @KimFraitesDow /kim.e.fraites

“Girl Scouting rises within you and inspires you to put your best foot forward.” — JULIETTE GORDON LOW, FOUNDER OF GIRL SCOUTS

And don’t forget—with the upcoming Cookie Season, girls can earn Cookie Dough, which can be redeemed towards camp adventures, spring programs, and so much more!   I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all our camp families for entrusting us with the privilege of shaping the lives of your daughters. Together, we are building a community of strong, confident, and compassionate leaders who will make a positive impact on the world. I invite you to explore this year's Camp Guide magazine, where you'll find a treasure trove of information about the exciting opportunities that await. Feel free to reach out to our dedicated camp team with any questions or concerns—we are here to support you every step of the way. Warm regards,

Kim E. Fraites-Dow Chief Executive Officer Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania

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Our Vision

Why Camp is Important

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, we strive to provide camps and programs that build girls’ leadership, confidence, independence, and community. Our camps are committed to providing opportunities for girls from all nine counties in our council, creating and connecting a diverse community that helps campers unlock their potential and discover the world, while developing life skills and making memories and friendships that last a lifetime.

A recent survey conducted through the advocacy of our friends at the American Camp Association, of which we are a member organization, finds that camps build necessary skills to prepare campers to assume roles as successful adults. Parents, campers, and camp staff independently reported growth in areas such as self-confidence, independence, making friends, exploring, and learning new activities. Summer camp is not only tremendously fun, but it is vitally important. Here are just a few reasons why:

Our Program Philosophy We believe everything that happens at camp is part of the camp experience. Our campers have wonderful adventures. They try new things, build confidence, and make new friends. They also spend time away from their families in a new environment, both through our day camps and overnight at our resident camps. During this time, they learn to be part of a community, to make decisions together, to take responsibility for their actions and their surroundings. They participate in “kapers” to keep camp areas clean and organized, share responsibilities at camp cookouts, and support each other through new challenges. In our safe and supportive environment, girls become active participants in the learning process.

The best camps are ACA accredited, just like all GSEP camps! American Camp Association accreditation shows a commitment to high quality programs, safety standards, and best business practices. To learn more about ACA, visit acacamps.org.

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• At camp, girls get a close-up look at the compassionate leadership practiced by our camp staff. And girls get loads of opportunities to practice being a leader by voicing their feelings, making individual choices, and negotiating group decisionmaking. • Campers develop a sense of security and self-confidence that will help them develop a strong sense of self, form healthy relationships, take risks, and learn from mistakes. • Camp embraces the natural environment and allows girls to unplug from their busy lives and experience the outdoors.

A Note About Safety Nothing is more important than the emotional and physical safety of our campers. Our programs are designed to allow campers to take healthy risks in a safe and nurturing environment. Our enthusiastic staff receive extensive training before camp and are chosen for their maturity, energy, and ability to be positive role models for your child. All of our camps have received ACA Accreditation. This year, health and safety is at the forefront of our planning.

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Come Work at Camp! We are hiring at Girl Scout camps throughout the council! Working at camp is an opportunity to meet new people, broaden your horizons, and learn how to be a leader! Working at camp, you will become a role model for girls aged 5-17 and grow as an individual. While caring for campers, staff become proficient in time management, problem solving, public speaking, crisis management, and more! Gaining practical skills and forming lifelong friendships are just two reasons why working at Girl Scout camp is a great way to spend your summer.

Jobs at Camp • General Counselor

• Camp Laughing Waters—Gilbertsville, PA: Located in Montgomery County with lots of land to explore, this camp offers both horseback riding and high ropes! • Camp Shelly Ridge—Lafayette Hill, PA: Just a 30-minute drive from Philly, this camp offers both day and residential camp. This small camp has a rock wall, hiking trails, and a nice pool!

• Adventure Staff • Equestrian Staff • Kitchen Staff • Aquatics / Lifeguard—Lifeguards at GSEP camps require an American Red Cross certification. This certification can be obtained upon arrival to camp.

Day Camps run week-long sessions Monday through Friday. Campers are dropped off and picked up every day. Staff work 8-hour days with the option to work early and after care for additional compensation.

• Managers—Each area of camp offers manager positions that are available to staff over the age of 21. These staff are usually experienced in camp operation or leadership.

• Camp Valley Forge—Valley Forge, PA: This camp runs for 10 weeks throughout the summer. Campers spend their summer earning badges, swimming, and making tie dye!

Our Camps

• Camp Mountain House—Allentown, PA: 8 week program starting mid-June!

Resident Camps run week-long sessions where campers stay overnight from Sundays to Fridays. Staff are provided with three meals a day, access to laundry facilities, specialized training, and a place to stay for the entire summer.

• Philly Camp—Roaming locations in Philadelphia. Summer 2024 will be hosted at the Community College of Philadelphia!

• Camp Mosey Wood—White Haven, PA: In the Pocono Mountains, this camp provides a rustic camp experience complete with a lake, high ropes course and a zip line! • Camp Wood Haven—Pine Grove, PA: Just minutes away from a hike on the Appalachian Trail, this camp offers a barn with 16 horses, a variety of unique places to camp, and a quirky collection of staff!

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Visit gsep.org to learn more about our camps! Questions? Contact camprecruitment@gsep.org

Saddle Up! Which Riding Style is Right for You? Welcome to the Girl Scout Camp Equestrian Style Quiz! Are you ready to discover whether Western or English riding is your perfect match? Let's find out!

WHAT'S YOUR IDEAL RIDING OUTFIT? A. Jeans, boots, and a cowboy hat B. Breeches, tall boots, and a helmet

HOW DO YOU ENVISION YOUR RIDING EXPERIENCE? A. Cruising through wide open spaces B. Navigating events with precision and technique

PICK A TRAIL COMPANION! A. A trusty and calm quarter horse B. An elegant and graceful thoroughbred

HOW DO YOU LIKE TO COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR HORSE? A. Using relaxed body language and gentle reins B. Employing subtle cues through the reins and legs

WHICH RIDING DISCIPLINE INTRIGUES YOU MOST? A. Barrel Racing and Trail Riding B. Dressage and Show Jumping

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT HORSES? A. Their steady and dependable nature B. Their elegance and gracefulness

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE GIRL SCOUTS CAMPFIRE SONG? A. “Boom Chicka Boom” B. “The Princess Pat”

If you mostly answered A: You're a Western rider at heart! You love the freedom of wide-open spaces and the bond with a calm, reliable horse.

If you mostly answered B: You're an English rider! You appreciate precision and technique in your riding, and you thrive on the connection with an elegant horse. Remember, both styles have their unique charms, and trying both can be a fantastic way to expand your horizons and become a more versatile equestrian. Check out the weekly camp program options at Laughing Waters for Western riding and Wood Haven for English riding. Riders from all levels are welcome!

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2024 Camp T-Shirts FEATURING CAMP-SPECIFIC BUCKET LISTS!

To purchase, see an associate or visit the shops page at gsep.org/shop.

*Designs will be printed on the back of shirts. All designs subject to change.

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CAMP PACKING LIST CLOTHING (dress in layers)

Ȋ Shirts and T-shirts (no halter, spaghetti strap tank tops, or tube tops at camp)

Ȋ Sweatshirt, windbreaker, or warm sweater (it can cool down overnight)

Ȋ Shorts Ȋ Long pants or jeans (2-3 pairs for horseback riding programs)

Ȋ Underwear Ȋ Pajamas Ȋ Swimsuit and towel Ȋ Raincoat or poncho Ȋ Socks that cover the ankle (a pair for each day, plus 3)

TOILETRIES

Ȋ Sunscreen Ȋ Hat for sun protection Ȋ Shampoo and conditioner Ȋ Soap Ȋ Toothbrush & toothpaste Ȋ Comb or brush Ȋ Sanitary supplies Ȋ Deodorant (non-aerosol) Ȋ Shower tote or bag Ȋ Hand lotion Ȋ Lip protection Ȋ Insect repellent (non-aerosol) SUPPLIES

Ȋ Sleeping bag Ȋ Extra blanket (for cooler nights) or sheet (for hotter nights)

Ȋ Twin fitted sheet to place over mattress Ȋ Washcloths and towels Ȋ Pillow Ȋ Laundry bag for dirty clothes to be taken home (mesh or cotton work best)

Ȋ Mess kit (plastic or metal plate or bowl, plastic or metal cup, and silverware) for cookouts

Ȋ Flashlight and extra batteries Ȋ Reusable water bottles (at least 1 liter) Ȋ Backpack or tote bag to pack daily items in

Please label all yo ur belongings !

FOOTWEAR (shoes & socks must be worn at all times)

Ȋ 2 pairs of sturdy sneakers or athletic shoes (no

sandals, clogs, open-toed shoes, or open-heeled shoes)

Ȋ Water shoes for creek, lake, and/or rafting Ȋ Shower shoes (typically flip-flops) Ȋ Waterproof shoes or boots for rainy days Ȋ FOR HIKING PROGRAMS: Broken-in hiking boots and extra socks

Ȋ FOR HORSEBACK RIDING PROGRAMS: Riding boots with a 1-inch heel (cannot have an inseam zipper, be made of all rubber, or have embellishments for safety reasons)

OPTIONAL

Ȋ Camera Ȋ Sunglasses Ȋ Bandana Ȋ Cards, books, or quiet games Ȋ Stationery, pen, pre-addressed envelopes, and stamps

Ȋ Small duffel bag for multi-night tripping

programs (or hiking backpack depending on the program)

Ȋ Inexpensive watch/clock (if your camper likes knowing the time)

Ȋ Bug tent

PLEASE LEAVE THESE ITEMS AT HOME

Ȋ Cell phones—they are prohibited at camp for the safety of all campers and staff

Ȋ Snack foods and drinks except for special dietary

needs, i.e. gluten or dairy free products—must be turned in upon check in at camp

Ȋ Alcoholic beverages Ȋ Non-prescription drugs Ȋ Weapons Ȋ Expensive electronic devices (mp3 players, tablets, etc.)

Ȋ Hair dryers/curling irons/straighteners Ȋ Expensive clocks, watches, or jewelry Ȋ Personal sports equipment Ȋ Pets—pets are not permitted outside of the car Spring/Summer 2024

Camp Anniversaries This year GSEP is excited to celebrate the 85th anniversary of Camp Mosey Wood and the 70th anniversary of Camp Wood Haven! Read more about their history below and how camp has been a pillar of the Girl Scouting experience for decades. Here’s to many more adventure-filled years.

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Founded in 1939, Camp Mosey features 425 acres in the Pocono Mountains and a 13 acre lake. Did you know famous locations around camp are named for influential Girl Scouts that helped found and grow camp to what it is today? Bunny Hollow is named for Florence “Bunny” Lemkau Heyl, founder of Camp Mosey Wood and its first Director!

A view of the boat shed from the 1950s.

Girl Scouts line up for dinner outside of the first dining hall, D.J.’s Place, named for Dorothy Jennings, director of Mosey Wood from 1947-1955.

A camper from the 1980s sits along the dock by the lake learning about water quality and the lake ecosystem.

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Founded in 1954, Camp Wood Haven features 200 acres in Schuylkill County where Girl Scouts have practiced their outdoor skills. Campers can also enjoy equestrian and animal caretaking experiences!

A group photo of Girl Scout campers and camp staff in their camp uniforms during the summer of 1960.

Two Girl Scouts and their counselor hike along a path past the Wood Haven camp sign.

Wood Haven staple, the Kutzheim building, in the late 1960s when it was built (top), and summer 2023, adorned with tie-dyed shirts (bottom).

Camp Registration & Financial Assistance Information Registration

Camp Scholarships & Financial Aid

Register for camp via your myGS account. Once you check out all of the camp offerings in the Camp Guide and decide which ones are for you, you can find your specific session(s) via the Event Calendar or Event list. Visit gsep.org and click on the “Events” tab. Scroll through the Events list to find your session's registration link, or go to the Event Calendar and click on the camp property and week that interests you to get to all of the registration links for that week. Have multiple Girl Scouts in your family? No problem! You can go back to the list or calendar to find the registration links and keep adding sessions (for each Girl Scout) to your shopping cart so you can complete it all in one transaction. GSEP will be posting some “How To” videos on the website to help as well.

GSEP is committed to making sure that camp is accessible to of our Girl Scouts. Families requesting camp financial assistance still need to register for a camp session and pay the $50 deposit. See page 65 for financial aid program information and registration.

Registration Deadlines Registrations are accepted until the camp session is full or one week prior to the session start date, whichever comes first. If registration closes on a Saturday or Sunday, you should expect the confirmation the following Monday. Camp session capacity and space availability can be viewed online. Badges and patches will only be given out to campers who are in attendance.

Payment A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your camper's spot. Payment is due in full four weeks prior to the camp start date. If full payment is not received four weeks prior to your camper’s start date, her slot will be forfeited and opened up to other campers. Your deposit will not be refunded. Cookie Dough may be applied toward any of your camp registration fees, excluding the $50 non-refundable deposit. To use Cookie Dough credits as payment please contact Member Services at memberservices@ gsep.org (include the subject heading: Cookie Dough for Camp), after you complete the registration process and place your deposit.

Refunds Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to memberservices@gsep.org at least four weeks in advance of the program date for consideration. The $50 camp deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE. Refunds are not issued for “no shows” (registrants who do not attend). Refunds are not issued for cancellations occurring less than four weeks in advance of the camp session start date. Refunds due to illness or injury require a doctor’s note for consideration.

Cancellations GSEP reserves the right to cancel a camp session due to insufficient registration, acts of nature, or other reasons beyond our control. In the event a camp session is canceled, a full refund will be issued. For cancellations, an email notification will be sent to each registrant. Phone numbers and emails can be updated at any time through the Program/Event Registration System when you visit your online profile on our website at gsep.org.

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Day Camp Mountain House | Page 16 Allentown, PA

Valley Forge | Page 22 Phoenixville, PA

Shelly Ridge | Page 28 Miquon, PA

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Look for this icon on each camp page to see if it’s a Day Camp!

Early Bird Pricing Structure! Tier One

Tier Three

• Valid December 15–January 15

• Valid February 16–March 15

• $50 off Resident Camp sessions

• $30 off Resident Camp sessions

• $25 off Day Camp sessions

• $15 off Day Camp sessions

Tier Two

On March 16, prices will go to their full and final prices.

• Valid January 16–February 15 • $40 off Resident Camp sessions • $20 off Day Camp sessions

Join Us at an Open House No registration needed for in-person open houses. For directions to one of our camps, email us at memberservices@gsep.org. Mountain House

Shelly Ridge

Valley Forge

» Saturday, March 9, 2024 3-5PM

» Saturday, March 2, 2024 3:30-5:30PM

» Sunday, March 17, 2024 2-4PM

» Thursday, April 11, 2024 5-7PM

» Saturday, April 6, 2024 3:30-5:30PM

» Sunday, April 21, 2024 3-5PM

» Saturday, May 11, 2024 2-4PM

» Sunday, June 16, 2024 1-3PM

» Thursday, May 23, 2024 5-7PM

Day Camp Information Webinar In this short presentation, camp directors will go over need-to-know information all caregivers should know about camp before registering. In the live webinar, there will be time for questions and answers. Wednesday, January 10, 2024 | 7PM | bit.ly/camp-webinar-11024

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Resident Camp Shelly Ridge | Page 28 Miquon, PA

Laughing Waters | Page 36 Gilbertsville, PA

Mosey Wood | Page 44 White Haven, PA

Wood Haven | Page 52 Pine Grove, PA

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Look for this icon on each camp page to see if it’s a Resident Camp!

Early Bird Pricing Structure! Tier One

Tier Three

• Valid December 15–January 15

• Valid February 16–March 15

• $50 off Resident Camp sessions

• $30 off Resident Camp sessions

• $25 off Day Camp sessions

• $15 off Day Camp sessions

Tier Two

On March 16, prices will go to their full and final prices.

• Valid January 16–February 15 • $40 off Resident Camp sessions • $20 off Day Camp sessions

Join Us at an Open House No registration needed for in-person open houses. For directions to one of our camps, email us at memberservices@gsep.org. Laughing Waters

Mosey Wood

Shelly Ridge

Wood Haven

» Sunday, April 7, 2024 1-3PM

» Sunday, March 3, 2024 1-3PM

» Sunday, March 3, 2024 3:30-5:30PM

» Sunday, April 21, 2024 1-3PM

» Sunday, May 5, 2024 5-7PM

» Sunday, April 21, 2024 1-3PM

» Saturday, April 6, 2024 3:30-5:30PM

» Sunday, May 19, 2024 1-3PM

» Saturday, June 15, 2024 3-5PM

» Sunday, June 16, 2024 1-3PM

» Sunday, June 9, 2024 3-5PM

Resident Camp Information Webinars In this short presentation, camp directors will go over need-to-know information all caregivers should know about camp before registering. In the live webinar, there will be time for questions and answers. Monday, January 8, 2024, 7PM | bit.ly/camp-webinar-1824 Thursday, February 1, 2024, 7PM | bit.ly/camp-webinar-2124 Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 7PM | bit.ly/camp-webinar-3624

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Camp Mountain House Allentown, PA 18103 Located just off Route 78, minutes from Allentown, Bethlehem, and Center Valley.

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Hidden away in a wooded sanctuary on South Mountain in Lehigh County, Mountain House Day Camp offers a thrilling blend of programs for every age group from the firsttime camper to seasoned experts. Be creative in our art center, have fun singing songs, get active playing gaga, perform on the stage, or get messy with science. It’s all waiting for you! Try out the low ropes challenge course (4th grade and above) or practice your archery skills (2nd grade and above). With exciting leadership programs and endless fun-filled activities, Camp Mountain is the place for you! OPEN HOUSE

CAMP HOURS

OVERNIGHTS

Visit Camp Mountain House and see what the excitement is all about! Chat with Camp Mountain House counselors and staff as you take a tour of camp and get answers to all your questions.

9AM-4PM

June 27 and July 25 Grades K-12 $50 Extend the fun of your week at camp with an overnight sleepover with your friends! Spend time cooking dinner and playing games, and finish up the night around the campfire! Overnights include dinner, and breakfast and lunch on Friday.

» Saturday, March 9, 2024 3-5PM » Thursday, April 11, 2024 5-7PM

EXTENDED CARE* 7:30-9AM and 4-5:30PM *Additional $50 per weekly morning or afternoon care session. $100 for both morning and afternoon.

» Saturday, May 11, 2024 2-4PM

All camp programs include themed activities, as well as traditional camp activities, based on camper interests. Girl Scouting is based around girl-led programming and campers will participate in girlplanning to help promote the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

ENTERING GRADES K–1 IN FALL 2024 Play, Practice, Play JUNE 17-21 $310 Find your way moving and grooving around camp! There are so many ways to explore and play! Stomp around like an elephant, or jump up high like a frog during a relay race with your friends! Daisies, earn your Trail Adventure badge.

Forest Friends* JUNE 24-28 $310

Nature can teach us to be respectful, thoughtful, and to be a better friend. Practice the art of being kind to plants and trees, understand the basics of Leave No Trace, and observe different sights and sounds in the forest, including all the animals that live there. Daisies, earn your Eco Learner badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

Little Chef JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4) $265 Anyone can cook! Learn how to roast a marshmallow over the fire. Create a new snack for your friends to try. Mix together a personalized trail mix before you head out on a fairy hike.

Mellows and Mallows JULY 8-12 $310 Bring your squishy friend to camp to explore and make new friends! Go on a hike with your pals and discover what animals live at Camp Mountain House. Don't forget to make some s'mores while you're at camp! Daisies, earn your Animal Observer badge.

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Camp Mountain House Daisy Designers JULY 15-19 $320 Daisies get ready to design and create this week! Paint, draw, and sculpt the nature around you. Get inspired by the flowers, mushrooms, and animals at camp! Display your final piece at the all-camp art show! Daisies, earn your Art and Design badge.

Tiny Tinker* JULY 22-26 $320 Build, craft, and create! Learn how to craft and tinker to make useful objects. Grab popsicle sticks, yarn, and things from nature to create trinkets to take home to friends and family. Daisies, earn your Craft and Tinker badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

Enchanted Forest JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $310 Unicorns are real! At least they are this week! You’ll need to be sneaky, stealthy, and silent as you track and discover unicorn hiding places in nature. During a magical hike, you’ll learn to talk to animals (bird calls are awesome!) just like a fairytale princess. What fun will you find in the forest? Daisies, earn your Shapes in Nature badge.

Mountain House Mystery AUGUST 5-9 $310 Mountain House needs your help! Who keeps making a mess around camp? Help us figure out who is behind these messes while you interview counselors and other campers to figure out this mystery. Daisies, earn your Friendly and Helpful petal.

ENTERING GRADES 2–3 IN FALL 2024 Adventurous Athlete JUNE 17-21 $310 Calling all athletes! Dribble, kick, and score around Mountain House with your friends. Test your archery skills on

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the range, challenge your friends to a game of soccer, and knock the gaga ball around the court with your counselors. Brownies, earn your Fair Play badge.

Wilderness Explorers* JUNE 24-28 $310 Are you ready to discover the hidden wonders at Mountain House? Take a hike around camp to look for fairy artifacts, build a home for the fairies, and leave camp a better place! Brownies, Earn your Eco Friend badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

Brownie Baker JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4) $275 Mix, bake, and decorate! Spend this week creating sweet and savory snacks! Whip up cookies, cakes, and delicious snacks with your friends. At the end of the week, take home your very own recipe book to wow your family and friends with yummy treats. Brownies, earn your Snacks badge.

Pet Squad JULY 8-12 $310 Are you an animal lover? Meet new animal friends and learn how they are taken care of. Experience all the fun of camp—playing games, going on a hike, and shooting archery! Brownies, earn your Pets badge.

Art-tastic JULY 15-19 $320 Pick up your paint brush, sculpt some clay, and design your own artwork! Get inspired from the world around you to develop your skills. Try out many mediums, and find your favorite to create your final piece for the all-camp art show! Brownies, earn your Art and Design badge.

Holiday Mash-Up* JULY 22-26 $320 Come to camp this week and celebrate a different holiday every day! Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas in

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July, New Year’s Eve—you name it, we can celebrate! Dress for each occasion and prepare crafts to go along with your activities! Brownies, earn your Craft and Tinker badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

Fairy Dancers JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $310 Put on your dancing shoes (sneakers will do) and get ready to hit the dance floor this week at camp. Try zumba, a line dance, and some ballet! At the end of the week, show off your dance moves on the stage with your friends. Brownies, earn your Dancer badge.

Mystery Quest

Leave No Trace Masters*

AUGUST 5-9

JUNE 24-28

$310

Are you ready to explore Camp Mountain House and help us solve a mystery? Create your own stamp as you get ready to explore our trails, while using your new letterboxing skills. You will create your very own letterbox to add to the trail! As you embark on your quest around camp, shoot archery, play gaga, and more! Brownies, earn your Letterbox badge.

Calling all earth protectors! Learn about Leave No Trace and take care of Camp Mountain House this week at camp! Take a hike and learn how to camp while protecting the planet! Juniors, earn your Eco Camper badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

ENTERING GRADES 4–5 IN FALL 2024 Olympians JUNE 17-21 $310 Are you an athlete? Here is your chance to enjoy a variety of sports, including archery, volleyball, and swimming. Keep yourself moving with traditional camp activities, including hiking, gaga ball, and the low ropes course. Juniors, earn your Staying Fit badge.

Summer Cookoff JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4) $275 It’s time to kick up your cooking skills! Try new recipes as you whip up quick snacks, fun appetizers, tasty main courses, and yummy desserts! Cook off against your friends at the end of the week to see who can make the tastiest treat! Juniors, earn your Simple Meals badge.

Want to be a home designer for birds? Spend the week learning about wild animals around camp. Discover the different ways animals live and learn about endangered species! Juniors, earn your Animal Habitats badge.

I <3 Art JULY 15-19 $320 Do you love everything art? Tap into your creative mind by practicing a week of painting, sculpting, origami, and weaving. Use the nature at camp for your inspiration as you explore, design, and create your own works of art. Pick a medium to create your final piece to display in the all-camp art show. Juniors, earn your Art and Design badge.

Summer Holidays* JULY 22-26 $320

Animal Home Builders JULY 8-12 $310

Come to camp ready to celebrate! Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas in July, New Year’s Eve—you name it, we can celebrate! Dress for each occasion

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Camp Mountain House and prepare trinkets to go along with your activities! Juniors, earn your Craft and Tinker badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

Woodland Wizards JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $315 Welcome to a week of wizardry adventures! Delve into oozing potions, medicinal plants, and a little bit of magic. Spend time with friends and professors, learning and exploring in the classroom and the Forbidden Forest! Juniors, earn your Gardner badge.

OWCA Agents AUGUST 5-9 $310 Living a double life? This week is for campers who are ready to join the agency to stop the strange happenings, while still enjoying traditional camp activities. Juniors, earn your Detectives badge.

Ready for this Olympic season? Become teammates with your fellow campers on the low ropes course, the archery range, and the field. Learn how to be a good sport and try something new! Cadettes, earn your Good Sportsmanship badge.

Wonderlust Seekers* JUNE 24-28

Olympic Village JUNE 17-21

JULY 8-12 $310 Connect with animals this week at camp! Learn how you can help animals and how animals can help you! Meet a few animal friends while enjoying your time with fellow campers. Cadettes, earn your Animal Helper badge.

$310 Find beauty in nature around camp! Take an eco-hike and explore water and wildlife issues, while learning how you can be an Eco Hero to keep nature safe. As you explore camp, work as a team at low ropes and aim for the bullseye at archery. Practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace. By making a positive impact on our ecosystem at camp, you help make the world a better place. Cadettes, earn your Eco Trekker badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

Is it Cake? JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4)

ENTERING GRADES 6–8 IN FALL 2024

Creature Care

$275 Pick up your piping bag, spatula, and fondant this week at camp to create cake in the form of common objects. Try delicious cake recipes from around the world! Cadettes, earn your New Cuisines badge.

Art-rageous JULY 15-19 $320 Get messy this week enjoying art and the outdoors! Shoot some art-chery, get inspired by flowers and mushrooms, and create a piece for the all-camp art show at the end of the week! Cadettes, earn your Outdoor Art Apprentice badge.

Holiday Woodshop* JULY 22-26 $320 Pick up a hammer, nails, and get tinkering this week! Hop into the workshop to create string art, presents, and more! Learn how to use a hammer, a level, and more tools to create a masterpiece! Cadettes, earn your Woodworker badge. *Optional sleepover Thursday night for an additional $50.

$310

Dumbledore's Army JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $315 Have you been waiting for your Hogwarts acceptance letter? Here it is! Get sorted into a house and compete for the house cup. Learn about potions, herbology, wildlife, birds, and protection from the dark arts. Discover who your familiar is. The sun, moon, and stars all align at this magical week of camp! Cadettes, earn your Book Artist badge.

Mystery Writer AUGUST 5-9 $310 Strange things are happening around Mountain House this week! Interview, document, and write a screen play of the current mystery. Enjoy traditional camp activities as you follow this mystery and act it out for the camp at the end of the week. Cadettes, earn your Screen Writer badge.

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Leadership Programs ENTERING GRADES 7–9 IN FALL 2024 Day Camp Program Aide Training JUNE 17-21 $215 Are you a returning camper who wants to be more involved? During this week-long training, work as a team to design and lead activities for younger campers. Enjoy songs and games while learning about team building, personal growth, and the basics of leading a group of campers. You will fulfill GSEP requirements for the Program Aide Training Course. You will not be able to earn the Program Aide pin at camp, but will complete many of the requirements. Completing Camp Program Aide Training does not guarantee a spot as a Program Aide each week, as space is limited.

Day Camp Program Aide* JUNE 17–AUGUST 9 $165 per week Program Aides can assist with as many week-long sessions as they choose. Program Aides must register for and be able to attend

each session in its entirety. As Program Aides, you will develop leadership skills while enjoying traditional camp activities. You will lead activity sessions for the younger campers. *Must have successfully completed the Program Aide Training Course.

ENTERING GRADES 9–12 IN FALL 2024 Camp Intern Training JUNE 24–JULY 5 (NO CAMP JULY 4) $325 Learn the basics of leadership, childcare, safety, and general day camp management. During this two week program, increase your knowledge of camp songs, games, and crafts, while learning how to work with girls. Rotate through different units and specialty activities where you will use your skills as a “counselor” for younger girls. Applicants must show maturity, commitment, leadership potential, and be able to work well with others to support a positive environment. Camp Interns will also enjoy traditional camp activities. Interested candidates will be required to provide references and proof of leadership experience. An interview will be scheduled with each applicant within two weeks of registering for the program;

past participation in Camp Program Aide does not guarantee a spot as a Camp Intern, as space is limited. Candidates not accepted into the program will be refunded their payment for the program. Upon successful completion of this program, girls will earn the Camp Intern pin.

Camp Intern* JUNE 17–AUGUST 9 $130 per week Camp Interns may assist with as many week-long sessions as they choose. Camp Interns must register for and be able to attend each session in its entirety. As Camp Interns, you will shadow in specialty areas such as arts and crafts, pottery, archery/ adventure, songs/games, or be assigned to shadow a Unit Counselor with a group of younger girls. *Must have successfully completed and earned the Camp Intern pin.

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Camp Valley Forge Valley Forge, PA 19481 Located on Route 23 by Freedoms Foundation near King of Prussia, Collegeville and Malvern.

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Creativity, character-inspired play, and exploration are here for you this summer at Camp Valley Forge! Create masterpieces in our art studio, use technology to jumpstart your imagination, and cook up tasty treats in the kitchen. A camp experience wouldn’t be complete without time spent splashing in the pool, playing gaga, taking aim at archery (2nd grade and above), and working as a team on the low ropes challenge course (4th grade and above). Join us this summer at Camp Valley Forge for exciting leadership programs, endless fun, and to make lifelong friends. OPEN HOUSE

PICK-UP TIMES

» Sunday, March 17, 2024 2-4PM

4-4:30PM

» Sunday, April 21, 2024 3-5PM

EXTENDED CARE*

» Thursday, May 23, 2024 5-7PM

CAMP HOURS 9AM-4PM

DROP-OFF TIMES 8:30-9AM

ENTERING GRADES K–1 IN FALL 2024 Summer Superheroes JUNE 17-21 $310 Campers, don your capes and prepare for a week packed with puzzles, epic teamwork challenges, and the chance to become heroes of Valley Forge Day Camp! Each day is a new adventure toward earning your Sunny and Vi Petals, from crafting superhero masks to tackling

7:30-8:30AM and 4:30-5:30PM *Additional $50 per weekly morning or afternoon care session. $100 for both morning and afternoon.

OVERNIGHTS June 27 and August 1 Grades 4-8 $50 Extend the fun of your week at camp with an overnight at camp gazing at

secret missions and baking with 'super' flavors. Join us for a heroic week where every camper becomes a true superhero!

Enchanted Wilderness Explorers

the stars! Spend extra time in the pool, engage in activities around the fire, and see how many constellations you can find! Overnights include dinner, breakfast on Friday morning, and lunch on Friday afternoon.

NIGHT LIGHTS June 27 and August 1 Grades K-3 $35 Are you loving day camp? Spend some extra time with us in the evening! Enjoy an extra swim, games, and dinner. Plus, we'll take a closer look at the moon! This is the perfect intro to see what it's like at an overnight!

mysteries of shadows, build your own constellations, take an awe-inspiring trip to our Star Lab, and make delicious moon pies? If so, join us on a stellar journey that promises to ignite your curiosity and earn your Space Science Adventurer badge!

JUNE 24-28 $310 Calling all nature enthusiasts! Get ready to explore the wonders of the great outdoors, where nature becomes our playground and inspiration. We'll craft beautiful crowns, go on a nature scavenger hunt, assemble fairy dust popcorn, and learn how to make the world a more colorful place as you earn your Design with Nature badge! Are you excited to let your imagination run wild with nature as your canvas?

Budding Naturalists JULY 15-19 $310 Join us for an exciting week of discovery as you transform into a young naturalist! Discover how to become a guardian of the environment through animal tracking, completing a recycling art project, and learn how to be prepared when you go outside. Earn your Eco Learner badge this week!

Cosmic Curiosity

Robot Adventure

JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4)

JULY 22-26

$248

$310

Are you ready for an out-of-this-world adventure? Do you want to explore the

Are you curious about robots? This week, you're going to have so much fun learning

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Camp Valley Forge about robots, making them move, and even designing your own! You'll become an expert and earn your Robotics badges while having ton of exciting and creative moments. Get ready for a week of robot fun!

ENTERING GRADES 2–3 IN FALL 2024 Sip and Solve

Marvelous Mermaids

$310

JULY 29–AUGUST 2

Great ready to sip some tea-riffic excitement! Decode the secrets of friendship one sip at a time at a top-secret tea party after deciphering your coded tea party invitation! Then, explore the mystical art of tea leaf reading, design and craft your own tea cup with coded messages, and bake and exchange friendship-themed fortune cookies while earning your Making Friends badge!

Dive into a magical week of aquatic adventure as you transform into enchanting mermaids! Have a picnic by the pool, build sand castles, search for hidden treasures, and create your own mermaid performances! Plus, you'll get to make ocean crafts! Make a splash and earn your Outdoor Art Maker badge this week!

AUGUST 5-9 $310 Are you ready to design toys that kids or animals everywhere will love? This week, earn your Toy Business Designer badge when you dream up imaginative playthings, bring them to life, and share your creations with fellow toy enthusiasts. Will you create toys for pets, design toys for kids, or come up with something entirely new? We can't wait to find out!

JUNE 24-28 $310 Grab your binoculars—we're going on safari! Join our bug brigade as you become bug detectives, gardeners, and scientists! Learn how to identify bugs, plant a pollinator friendly garden, and take part in a conversation with a bug expert! Plus, you'll make some Ants on a Log and create butterfly symmetry paintings, all while earning your Bugs badge!

Starstruck Explorers Animal Safari AUGUST 12-16 $315 Are you an animal lover? Join us for an exciting adventure as you discover the incredible world of animals! Learn how to track footprints, create your own observation journal, and go on a fun scavenger hunt! Put on your explorer hats and get ready to earn your Animal Observer badge!

Little Olympians

JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4) $248 Get ready to embark on an astronomical journey like no other! Explore the cosmos, build telescopes, experiment with color to simulate the rotation of galaxies, and create celestial snacks inspired by the stars themselves! We can't leave out our fun experiments—you'll learn how craters impact the moon! You'll definitely want to join us this week and earn your Space Science Adventurer badge!

AUGUST 19-23

Rhythm Revolution!

$310

JULY 8-12

Let the games begin! Prepare to take on a week of exciting challenges, sportsmanship, and fun! Tackle exciting obstacle courses, sprint through relay races, and craft your own medals to celebrate your achievements. It wouldn't be complete without an exciting closing ceremony to honor your accomplishments! Earn your Lupe and Tula petals this week!

$310

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Prepare for a dreamlike journey into an enchanted forest where dragonflies flutter and mythical creatures play among whimsical fairy houses! You will engage in bird watching, search for houses in nature, and build your own bird house! Make chocolate bark for campfire delights and listen to mesmerizing tales by the flames. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of the forest?

Ceramic Creations JULY 22-26 $320

Bug Garden Safari Toyland Treasures

JULY 15-19 $310

JUNE 17-21

$310

Whimsical Wilderness

Ready to waltz into a week of fun and fabulous footwork? Join us as you explore various dance styles, craft fabulous costumes, and put on a show-stopping performance! Don't forget about making Disco Pops for snack! Earn your Dancer badge as you tango your way through the week!

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Mold your creativity into beautiful pottery pieces as you learn the art of hand-building and sculpting with clay! Discover the history of ceramics when you experiment with textures and designs. Choose the practice of an ancient civilization, like Kintsugi where you'll mend broken pieces with gold, and get messy to earn your Potter badge this week!

Pirate Pursuits JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $310 Ahoy, adventurers! Get ready to set sail on a thrilling expedition on your way to find your Letterboxing badge! Learn the secrets of letterboxing as you decipher treasure maps, follow clues, and search for stashes of hidden booty! You'll even craft your own treasure map and design your own rubber stamp. Embrace your inner pirate, matey!

Wizardry and Wonder AUGUST 5-9 $310 What happens when you blend magic, the curiosity of a scientist, and the creativity of an artist? You forge memories that rival the spells you'll uncover! As you earn your Home Scientist badge, you will concoct bubbling potions, unravel the mysteries of magical phenomena, and delve into an artistic adventure as you design your very own spellbook. Each activity will transport you to a world of wonder and imagination!

Paws for Service AUGUST 12-16 $315 Join us for a week of compassion, education, and the joy of making a positive impact alongside our devoted animal friends while earning your Pets badge. Get up close with a special visit from a trained service pet, engage in activities such as "Canine Senses Challenge", and create pet care packages for a local animal shelter. Plus, dive into the world of pet therapy with an art project where you'll craft and decorate pet bandanas to brighten the lives of furry companions.

Olympic Gamecraft AUGUST 19-23 $310 Looking for something to get your heart pumping? Look no further! Join us for a week of active adventures as you create new games inspired by classics like soccer and tag, aim for bullseyes in archery, and conquer your fears on the ropes! You'll also have a chance to design unique team uniforms and participate in an exciting Olympic closing ceremony! Earn your Fair Play badge while having a blast and keeping active!

ENTERING GRADES 4–5 IN FALL 2024 Unlocking the Summer Fun!

a planting party, and discover the wonders of water movement within plants in a Flower Chemistry experiment. From fruit flower bouquets to hands-on exploration, get ready to bloom with knowledge and appreciation for the beauty around us all while earning your Flowers badge!

Galactic Getaway JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4) $248 Attention all Space Science Investigators! Prepare for an extraordinary cosmic voyage. Craft model planets, engineer a Mars rover, stargaze during an enchanting star party, and shape your unique 3D constellation. Get set to explore the mysteries of space and embrace the wonders of the universe, and earn your Science Investigator badge. The fun doesn't have to end here—register for our Overnight this week to delve deeper into space science and make lasting memories!

Swift Sounds JULY 8-12 $310 Get ready to "Shake it Off" and sing your heart out this week! Explore rhythms and melodies, learn about Taylor Swift's songwriting process to craft your own lyrics, and have a karaoke challenge! You'll also craft record cookies, make instruments, and have a chance to perform at the campfire while earning your Musician badge! The week

may start as a "Blank Space", but you will be sure to fill it with unforgettable memories!

Campfire Chronicles JULY 15-19 $315 Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Pitch a tent and join us around the fire for a week filled with learning, laughter, and memories! While we gather around the fire, we'll have musical fun and captivating storytelling while also mastering the art of campfire cooking! Explore wilderness First Aid, build a solar cooker, and learn how to conserve our resources. Get ready to earn your Eco Camper badge!

Jewels of the Ages JULY 22-26 $320 Dive into the art of jewelry making and learn the secrets behind crafting exquisite pieces that span centuries! Explore the fascinating history of adornment and learn to use both traditional and modern tools, create personalized cartouches, and work with metals. This week promises to be a sparkling journey through the ages all while earning your Jeweler badge!

JUNE 17-21 $310 Kick off the summer by unlocking the fun! Join forces to decode the secrets of communication skills while mastering the art of hosting a party that's sure to unmask a great time! Craft party favors that hide surprise messages and uncover the mystery behind creating a secret coded summer dinner menu. With a consultation from an event planner, this week promises to be a "clue-tastic" journey filled with delightful surprises as your earn your Social Butterfly badge!

Floral Fantasia JUNE 24-28 $315 Get ready to put the petal to the metal with a floral adventure! Explore the secrets of flowers through a nature walk, partake in

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Camp Valley Forge Campers of the Lost Cache

Jungle Discovery

JULY 29–AUGUST 2

AUGUST 12-16

$310

$315

Channel your inner Indiana Jones and embark on a thrilling adventure to become a master treasure hunter! Learn the art of geocaching, honing your skills to navigate the hunt for hidden treasures. Along the way, you'll decipher cryptic clues, explore mysterious locations, and use advanced GPS technology to uncover hidden caches. Get prepared to unearth hidden gems, and earn your Geocaching badge during this heart pounding quest!

Explore deep in the heart of the jungle where you'll discover the fascinating world of exotic animals and their unique habitats, behaviors, and incredible adaptions. Craft intricate dioramas, conduct a jungle ecosystem experiment, and create and obstacle course through Camp Valley Forge's very own jungle! Get ready to earn your Animal Habitats badge this week!

Potions & Pixels AUGUST 5-9 $310 Step into the enchanting world of wizardry as we embark on a week filled with adventures and magical discoveries in the movies. Join us for a spellbinding experience where you'll be sorted into houses, take a Transfiguration workshop to create special effects, and learn how to use a green screen! Immerse yourself in the world of wizards, witches, and mystical creatures as you earn your Entertainment Technology badge with a touch of magic and movie-making mastery!

Game On! AUGUST 5-9 $310 Join us for a week filled with teamwork, competition, and a whole lot of fun as we celebrate females in sports! Have a blast participating in a variety of athletics and games from soccer to badminton, and volleyball to relay races. You'll have a chance to design your own team banners and showcase your team spirit. Let's not forget about making nutritious and fuel packed snacks! Earn your Practice with Purpose badge after taking part in an Olympic closing ceremony!

ENTERING GRADES 6–8 IN FALL 2024 Cracking the Netiquette Code JUNE 17-21

and explore mindfulness exercises that let you embrace the tranquility of the great outdoors. As you feather your skills in bird watching and observe feathered friends at the Tyler Arboretum, you'll leave with your Trees badge, showing you've truly grown in the great outdoors!

Astral Astronauts JULY 1-5 (NO CAMP JULY 4) $280 Calling all space enthusiasts! Join our stellar adventure as we delve into the mysteries of the universe. Unravel the magic of space through interactive experiments, create a galaxy tie-die shirt, and perform simulations at an unforgettable off-site trip to the Challenger Learning Center. Plus, you'll get to build your own rocket! Get ready to reach for the stars and earn your Space Researcher badge! Not ready to for the fun to end? Register for our Overnight this week!

Speak Swiftly JULY 8-12 $310 Embrace the power of your voice! Unleash your inner communicator with the Public Speaker badge, inspired by the legendary Taylor Swift! Dive into the art of public speaking fueled by Taylor's impactful messages and enthralling stage presence. Practice debate, master podcast hosting techniques, and perform album reviews, all while letting your words resonate like Taylor's lyrics.

$310 Step into a week of undercover adventures as an online etiquette spy, and immerse yourself in the secrets of digital courtesy! Decode emotions through the language of emojis, navigate intricate puzzles, and master the art of identifying and thwarting cyberbullies to safeguard your friends. Earn your Netiquette badge and emerge as a skilled online etiquette spy, making the digital space a better place for all!

Forest Spa Retreat JUNE 24-28 $325 Discover the tree-mendous magic of self-care while connecting with nature! Sprout your creativity by making beauty goodies with tree-inspired ingredients, feel rooted with woodland yoga sessions,

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Wilderness Warriors JULY 15-19 $315 Strap in for a thrilling week of survival mastery! You'll master essential survival skills to thrive in nature's playground. From crafting shelters and purifying water to mastering the art of navigation with sundials and fire-cooking daily feasts, you will be unstoppable in the great outdoors after earning your Eco Trekker badge. And to top it all off, you'll take a trip through Valley Forge National Park, entirely planned by you! Are you up for the challenge?

Time Traveler's Tales JULY 22-26 $320 Get ready to flip through the pages of time! From the mysteries of ancient civilizations to the elegance of the Victorian era, each day holds a new destination! Craft tablets adorned with hieroglyphics, bind books with Renaissance flair, and create Victorian-style paper. But before you earn your Book Artist badge, prepare for the grand finale—fill a time capsule with present mementos and messages to be opened by future Cadettes!

Nighttime Ocean Odyssey JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $340 Dive into the depths of the ocean under the cover of darkness, where bioluminescent wonders come to life. Engage in deep-sea explorations at the Adventure Aquarium and discover the unique adaptations of nocturnal marine creatures. From crafting sea creatures to creating a deep-sea ecosystem model, every activity will immerse you in the secrets of the ocean's nocturnal realm. Uncover the mysteries of the deep, earn your Night Owl badge, and become a true explorer of the deep sea at night.

Muggle Magic AUGUST 5-9

their roles in ensuring human safety, and engaging with animal experts to learn how pets support humans with diverse needs. Come be a part of unraveling the incredible world of human-animal partnership!

Olympic Glory

ENTERING GRADES 9–12 IN FALL 2024

AUGUST 19-23

Camp Intern Training

$310

JUNE 17-21 JUNE 24-28

Don't miss out on this 'paw-some' opportunity to join us for an enlightening week, where you'll embark on a journey to explore the multifaceted ways animals uplift humans. Earn your Animal Helper badge by uncovering the strong bond between people and animals, discovering their roles in ensuring human safety, and engaging with animal experts to learn how pets support humans with diverse needs. Come be a part of unraveling the incredible world of human-animal partnership!

Leadership Programs ENTERING GRADES 7–9 IN FALL 2024 Day Camp Program Aide Training JUNE 17-21 $215

Join us for a spellbinding adventure that celebrates creativity, camaraderie, and the magic that sparks joy from infusing the wizarding world into every moment. Craft delightful Butterbrew Bites, unlock the art of elegant calligraphy, and brew a few bubble bombs that will add a touch of wonder to your wizarding experience. The magical world of Harry Potter comes alive through playful enchantment, delectable potionsas-snacks, whimsical crafts, all while earning the Science of Happiness badge!

Are you a returning camper who wants to be more involved? During this week-long training, work as a team to design and lead activities for younger campers. Enjoy songs and games while learning about team building, personal growth, and the basics of leading a group of campers. You will fulfill GSEP requirements for the Program Aide Training Course. You will not be able to earn the Program Aide pin at camp, but will complete many of the requirements. Completing Camp Program Aide Training does not guarantee a spot as a Program Aide each week, as space is limited.

Pawsitively Empawering

Day Camp Program Aide*

AUGUST 12-16

JUNE 17–AUGUST 23

$310

$165 per week

Program Aides can assist with as many week-long sessions as they choose. Program Aides must register for and be able to attend each session in its entirety. As Program Aides, you will develop leadership skills while enjoying traditional camp activities. You will lead activity sessions for the

$310

younger campers. *Must have successfully completed the Program Aide Training Course.

Must attend both weeks $360 Learn the basics of leadership, childcare, safety, and general day-camp management. During this two-week program, increase your knowledge of camp songs, games, and crafts while learning how to work with younger campers. Rotate through different units and specialty activities where you will use your skills as a “counselor” for younger campers. Applicants must show maturity, commitment, leadership potential, and be able to work well with others to support a positive environment. Camp Interns will also enjoy traditional camp activities. Interested candidates will be required to provide references and proof of leadership experience. An interview will be scheduled with each applicant within two weeks of registering for the program; past participation in Camp Program Aide does not guarantee a spot as a Camp Intern, as space is limited. Candidates not accepted into the program will be refunded their payment for the program. Upon successful completion of this two week program, campers will earn the Camp Intern pin.

Camp Intern* JUNE 17–AUGUST 23 $145 per week Camp Interns may assist with as many week-long sessions as they choose. Camp Interns must register for and be able to attend each session in its entirety. As Camp Interns, you will shadow in specialty areas such as arts and crafts, pottery, archery/ adventure, songs/games or be assigned to shadow a Unit Counselor with a group of younger girls. *Must have successfully completed and earned the Camp Intern pin.

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Camp Shelly Ridge Miquon, PA 19444 Located just north of Philadelphia in Montgomery County, Camp Shelly Ridge is a short drive from much of the city and the northwest suburbs. Shelly Ridge is especially convenient for families living in the Colonial, Springfield Township, and Philadelphia School Districts.

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Nestled in the woods right outside Philadelphia, Camp Shelly Ridge is close to the city but feels like a world away. Camp Shelly Ridge is ideal for both the first-time camper and those looking for a week with a more focused theme. Both day and resident camp options are available.* Play in the activity center, swim in the pool, have fun with archery (2nd grade and above), play gaga, craft a play in the acting program, ascend the climbing wall (2nd grade and above) and balance on our low-ropes challenge course (4th grade and above)—all while making new friends! With leadership programs too, there's something for every interest. *Activities may differ between day and resident camp. OPEN HOUSE

DAY CAMP HOURS

Come visit Camp Shelly Ridge and see what all the excitement is about! Chat with staff as you take a tour of camp and get answers to all your questions.

9AM-4PM

» Saturday, March 2, 2024 3:30-5:30PM

DAY CAMP DROP-OFF 8:30-9AM

» Saturday, April 6, 2024 3:30-5:30PM

DAY CAMP PICK-UP

» Sunday, June 16, 2024 1-3PM

4-4:30PM

EXTENDED CARE*

RESIDENT CAMP DROP-OFFS

4:30-6PM

Full week: Sunday, 3-5PM

*Additional $75/week

Half week (Sunday–Tuesday): Sunday, 3-5PM Half week (Wednesday–Friday): Wednesday, 10AM

BUS TRANSPORTATION

RESIDENT CAMP PICK-UPS

Day camp bus transportation is available from select locations for $75/week. Visit gsep.org for details.

Full week: Friday, 5-6PM Half week (Sunday–Tuesday): Tuesday, 7PM

ACTIVITY PREREQUISITES

Half week (Wednesday–Friday): Friday, 5-6PM

Swimming: Campers are tested at the beginning of the week and placed in swim groups based on ability.

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Starting Line JULY 1-5 (NO DAY CAMP JULY 4) $248 (Day Camp)

Summer Spinners JUNE 24-28 $310 (Day Camp) Spin your way into summer as you create a life-size board game with your Daisy Girl Scout sisters. Share your game with all of camp as we celebrate Girl Scouts together. Your week will be filled with traditions and camp fun while singing and celebrating! Earn your Board Game badge.

Line up at the starting line! This week at camp you will design a model car to test out on the Camp Shelly Ridge Raceway. What's this thing called friction and how does it effect your car? Test friction out at STEM and take your car to art before jumping into the pool with your Daisy friends. On your mark, get set. Earn your Daisy Mechanical Engineering: Model Car badge.

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Camp Shelly Ridge Eco Learners JULY 8-12 $310 (Day Camp) Daisies, are you ready to learn how to become an Eco Hero and protect nature? Put on your cape and come to Camp Shelly Ridge. Join together as you explore the trees and grass and search for ways that you can be an Eco Hero. You will do all this and more while having fun participating in traditional camp fun. Earn your Daisy Eco Learner badge.

Fairy Trail

Color, Draw, Paint! Look around camp. What colors do you see? What sounds do you hear? As you explore camp you will take in the colors and sounds and create art with them! The week will be filled with singing, splashing and so much more. At the end of the week, your songs and art will be showcased at the Camp Shelly Ridge Summer Spectacular! Earn your Outdoor Art Maker badge.

RESIDENT CAMP ENTERING GRADES 1–3 IN FALL 2024

JULY 15-19 $310 (Day Camp)

Games Galore

Take an adventure on the trails at Camp Shelly Ridge. Do you want to jog the trails or fill your trail hike with games? Maybe you want to try out both! Warm up for your trail adventure and fuel your body with a healthy snack that you will make. Your adventure will be ever changing as you add to your own twists all while having fun participating in traditional camp fun. Earn your Daisy Trail Adventure badge.

JUNE 23-28

Enchanted Forest JULY 22-26 $310 (Day Camp) Have you ever wondered what creatures live under a log or hide in a tree? Come explore the enchanted forest at Camp Shelly Ridge! This is the week to explore the magical forest and everything in it! Find out how the ladybugs help the flowers and the flowers help us! Earn your Journey: Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden.

Mini Olympians

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) Spend your week playing games outside and creating your own! Go on a nature scavenger hike, compete in a relay race, create a game to play with other campers, and develop a new sport to keep the games going! Games are everywhere when you use your imagination to make them! Earn your Making Games badge.

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) JULY 14-16

JUNE 30–JULY 5

$275 (Half Week, Resident Camp)

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp)

What's that sound? That smell? There is a mystery to be solved and we need your help. Use your 5 senses this week to help us solve the Camp Shelly Ridge Mystery, follow the clues from archery to the climbing wall and even the pool! Earn your Senses badge.

Girl Scouts, start your engines! This week's challenge is to design your very own race car! How will force effect the speed? What will the racetrack look like? Then take to the track and get ready to race! How many races can you have—on the green, in the pool, up the climbing wall? Find out this week at Camp Shelly Ridge Raceway. Earn your Brownie Mechanical Engineering: Race Car Design badge.

$310 (Day Camp)

Fireflies

Join with your team to earn points for the Camp Shelly Ridge Olympics! Go for Gold as you boulder across the climbing wall. Complete the obstacle course and score points at Gaga. Before the closing ceremonies you will splash in the pool, design your own Olympic Torch and more. Earn your Daisy Snow and Climbing Adventure badge.

JULY 7-12

AUGUST 5-9

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) Do you want to explore where the fireflies live? During the day, explore the trees of Camp Shelly Ridge, search for bugs and make houses for the fairies. Balance your way through an obstacle course made for fairies. When the sun goes down, experience camp at night: catching fireflies and stargazing. Earn your Space Science Adventurer badge.

Woodland Wizards JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) Welcome to a week of wizardry adventures! Delve into oozing potions, medicinal plants, and a little bit of magic with the Wizards of Shelly Ridge. Spend time conquering your fears on the climbing wall, competing for house points on the Quidditch field and beyond! Earn your Wonders of Water Journey.

Olympic Athletes JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) JULY 31–AUGUST 2 $275 (Half Week, Resident Camp)

$310 (Day Camp)

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JULY 14-19

Start Your Engines

JULY 29–AUGUST 2

Daisy Artist

Senses Squad

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Playing fair is the most fun for all! What rule will you make? Work with your teammates to develop a whole new game as you prepare for the Camp Shelly Ridge Olympics! There are points to win at art, fire building, climbing wall, and more. Who will keep score? You will! Earn your Fair Play badge.

Art Creators AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) AUGUST 4-6

Start Your Engines JULY 1-5 (NO DAY CAMP JULY 4) $248 (Day Camp) Girl Scouts, start your engines! This week's challenge is to design your very own race car! How will force effect the speed? What will the racetrack look like? Then take to the track and get ready to race! How many races can you have—on the green, in the pool, up the climbing wall? Find out this week at Camp Shelly Ridge Raceway. Earn your Brownie Mechanical Engineering: Race Car Design badge.

$275 (Half Week, Resident Camp) Inspiration is all around you! As you explore camp this week, take inspiration from the sounds and textures to create your art! You will zoom in on the miniature worlds at Camp Shelly Ridge and even create your own! Your nature inspired art will be featured in the Camp Shelly Ridge Summer Spectacular! Earn your Outdoor Art Creator badge.

Eco Friends

the Camp Shelly Ridge Mystery, follow the clues from archery to the climbing wall and even the pool! Earn your Senses badge.

Snack Attack JULY 15-19 $315 (Day Camp) A snack attack can strike at any time! Work as a team to make tasty snacks to eat right away or take on your adventures. Take your snack poolside or out on the trail. Experiment with different recipes all week as you create your own recipe book to continue to impress friends and family at home with your new culinary skills! Earn your Snacks badge.

JULY 8-12 $310 (Day Camp)

Woodland Wizards

Calling all Eco Friends—come to Camp Shelly Ridge and become an Eco Hero! Working with your Girl Scout friends, learn how to treat the earth with kindness. Practice building a safe fire and helping wildlife while exploring camp. Fill your days with swimming, climbing, hiking, and more. Wear your Eco Hero cape with pride and share how to be a friend to our earth. Earn your Brownie Eco Friend badge.

JULY 22-26

Games Galore

Senses Squad

Olympic Athletes

JUNE 24-28

JULY 15-19

JULY 29–AUGUST 2

$310 (Day Camp)

Spend your week playing games outside and creating your own! Go on a nature scavenger hike, compete in a relay race, create a game to play with other campers, and develop a new sport to keep the games going! Games are everywhere when you use your imagination to make them! Earn your Making Games badge.

What's that sound? That smell? There is a mystery to be solved and we need your help. Use your 5 senses this week to help us solve

Playing fair is the most fun for all! What rule will you make? Work with your teammates to develop a whole new game as you prepare

DAY CAMP ENTERING GRADES 2–3 IN FALL 2024

$310 (Day Camp) Welcome to a week of wizardry adventures! Delve into oozing potions, medicinal plants, and a little bit of magic with the Wizards of Shelly Ridge. Spend time conquering your fears on the climbing wall, competing for house points on the Quidditch field, and beyond! Earn your Wonders of Water Journey.

Pixie Dust JUNE 24-28 $310 (Day Camp) Do you love everything Mickey Mouse? Do you know the words to every Disney song and love all the pirates and princesses? Come to Camp Shelly Ridge. We’re doing everything Disney all week long! From a mermaid-themed luau to a Brave archery lesson, camp is truly the happiest place on earth! Earn your Making Friends badge.

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Camp Shelly Ridge for the Camp Shelly Ridge Olympics! There are points to win at art, fire building, climbing wall and more. Who will keep score? You will! Earn your Fair Play badge.

Torch Bearers JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $310 (Day Camp) The Olympic flame is on its way to Camp Shelly Ridge and it needs you to lead it! Find the flags of the nations as you hike through camp and make your own flag that represents you. Between the fanfare, you will continue to blaze your path through all the activities camp has to offer—team building, STEM, the pool and more! Together you will lead the Camp Shelly Ridge Olympic ceremonies. Earn your Celebrating Community badge.

Art Creators AUGUST 5-9 $310 (Day Camp) Inspiration is all around you! As you explore camp this week, take inspiration from the sounds and textures to create your art! You will zoom in on the miniature worlds at Camp Shelly Ridge and even create your own! Your nature inspired art will be featured in the Camp Shelly Ridge Summer Spectacular! Earn your Outdoor Art Creator badge.

Heigh-ho, heigh-ho, it's off to camp we go! Join your sister Girl Scouts at Camp Shelly Ridge as you embrace Rapunzel's sense of adventure and Pocahontas' respect for nature on the hiking trails. How far will you go? Make a splash in the pool like Ariel and Moana while taking tips from Tiana and Belle. Be ready to make new friends and soar high on this magical carpet ride. Earn your Social Butterfly badge.

Time Travelers JUNE 23-28 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) JUNE 24-28 $310 (Day Camp) Imagine if you could travel through time and explore the past! Where will your time machine take you? Learn about the skills used in the past like candle making and leather working. Learn about the heroes and villains of the time, and dress up for a dance party! What will your adventures hold? Only time will tell. Earn your Playing in the Past badge.

Fairy Tale Magic JUNE 24-28 $310 (Day Camp)

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Camp Explorer ENTERING GRADES 4–5 IN FALL 2024

Ridge Raceway. Between heats, venture out to see what else camp has to offer. Balance on the low ropes, shoot for a bullseye, hit the trails before making a pit stop at the pool. Wrap up your week with a sprint to the finish line. Earn your Junior Mechanical Engineering: Balloon Car Design badge.

JUNE 30–JULY 2 $275 (Half Week, Resident Camp, Tents) Be the first Junior Girl Scout summer campers to sleep in the tents! Plan your adventure as you look at maps of Camp Shelly Ridge, and hone your new outdoor skills as you explore all that camp has to offer! Play flashlight tag after dark, cook a meal over a campfire, learn the Leave No Trace principles, and so much more as you embark on your outdoor adventure! Earn your Camper badge.

Vehicle Ventures JUNE 30–JULY 5 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) JULY 1-5 (NO DAY CAMP JULY 4) $248 (Day Camp) Join the super speedway racers as you discover potential and kinetic energy this week. Design and test your own balloon powered car to be tested at the Camp Shelly

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$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) What happens at camp after the sun sets? Discover the magic of Camp Shelly Ridge under the light of the moon! Participate in night activities, sing slow songs around the campfire, and so much more! Have no fear your days will be filled with the traditional camp magic too! Earn your Space Science Investigator badge.

Eco Campers JULY 8-12 $310 (Day Camp) Come join the Eco Heroes at Camp Shelly Ridge! As you explore camp, challenging yourself on the climbing wall, working as a team on low ropes, gliding through the pool, and more, you will learn how to be an eco-friendly camper! Set up a minimal impact campsite and take a hike while practicing the seven principles of Leave No Trace. By the end of the week, you will be an eco-champ and have your cape to prove it! Earn your Eco Camper badge.

Junior Detectives JULY 14-19 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp)

on the low-ropes challenge course. Earn your Practice with Purpose badge.

JULY 17-19

Press Pass

$275 (Half Week, Resident Camp)

JULY 29–AUGUST 2

JULY 15-19

$310 (Day Camp)

Grab your Press Pass and follow the torch to the Camp Shelly Ridge Olympics! Practice taking perfect pics of the Olympians this week. Between shots jump into all that camp has to offer from the trails to splashing in the pool and aiming for a bullseye. Grab your camera to snap a shot as the winner takes first place in the Camp Shelly Ridge Olympics! Cameras will be provided by camp. Earn your Digital Photographer badge.

WANTED: Camp Detectives. Follow clues and unravel the mystery! Solve puzzles and riddles, practice fingerprinting, and learn about DNA. Put your investigative skills to use when you investigate the Camp Shelly Ridge Mystery. Earn your Detective badge.

Mountain Pie Mayhem JULY 15-19 $315 (Day Camp)

Art Explorers

Toasted bread filled with warm delicious filling, all cooked over the fire…it has to be a Mountain Pie! Get creative making a mountain pie for every occasion! Desserts, breakfasts, snacks, dinner, lunch: we have mountain pie recipes for them all. You’ll even get to invent new recipes based on your tastes. Earn your Simple Meals badge.

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Hogwarts Express JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) JULY 22-26 $310 (Day Camp) Climb aboard the Hogwarts Express as we navigate the magical world of Harry Potter! Master your wizarding skills in Potions, Care of Magical Creatures, and, of course, Defense Against the Dark Arts. Practice your Quidditch skills and earn house points to win the House Cup! Earn your Flower badge.

Junior Olympians

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) AUGUST 7-9 $275 (Half Week, Resident Camp) AUGUST 5-9 $310 (Day Camp) Grab your hiking boots and get ready to explore! As you hike the trails, climb the rock wall, jump into the pool and more, take in the sights as sounds of the world around you. Design your own terrarium inspired by camp. Explore the sounds in nature to create your own music. Your music and art will be highlighted at the Camp Shelly Ridge Summer Spectacular! Earn your Outdoor Art Explorer badge.

ENTERING GRADES 6–8 IN FALL 2024 Hakuna Matata JUNE 23-28

Be Brave JUNE 23-28 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) To infinity and beyond! Create your own adventure at Camp Shelly Ridge. Spent the week in our platform tents while you choose your destiny. Do you want to have lunch out on the trail or a pool lunch? More art or more archery? There will be time for a little be of everything that camp has to offer. Earn your Archery badge.

JULY 28–AUGUST 2

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp)

JUNE 24-28

Camera Crew

JULY 28-30

$310 (Day Camp)

JUNE 30–JULY 5

$275 (Half Week, Resident Camp)

Come to the happiest place on earth for a week full of fun—camp! Today is a good day to climb to the top of the rock wall, be brave as you take to the archery range. Think about the happy thoughts to take home with you. Earn your Science of Happiness badge.

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp)

JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $310 (Day Camp) Enjoy all your favorite activities this week as you practice for the Camp Shelly Ridge Olympics! Aim and shoot at the archery range, challenge your friends to a gaga competition, conquer the rock wall, and race across the pool. Create your own games and rules while you test your balance

JULY 1-5 (NO DAY CAMP JULY 4) $248 (Day Camp) The big week is here—it's race week and your Cadette Camera Crew are here to document it! At the Camp Shelly Ridge Raceway starting line, as we hear "Girl Scouts, start your engines" it will be your time to shine and capture the victorious vehicles. The excitement doesn't end when

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Camp Shelly Ridge you step away from the track—it is just beginning as you explore all camp has to offer. Earn your Digital Movie Maker badge.

positive impact on our eco system at our camp, you help make the world a better place. Earn your Eco Trekker badge.

addition to potions and herbology, you will aim to win the ultimate game of Quidditch. Wands at the ready! Earn your Trees badge.

Stargazers

Night Owls

Dumbledore's Army

JULY 7-12

JULY 21-26

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp)

$550 (Full Week, Resident Camp, Tents)

Star light, star bright, can you find the constellations at night? Keep your head in the clouds this week as you learn all about astronomy by creating your own solar system and using a telescope. Take a night hike and learn about the animals that live at camp. Enjoy an evening sleep-out under the stars with the Night Owls. Earn your Space Science Investigator badge.

Have you ever wondered about the mysteries of the night? Stay up late to explore the shadows and discover just how much activity there is at night. Your days will be filled with adventure too as you lounge by the pool and conquer the climbing wall. Earn your Night Owl badge.

Dumbledore’s Army is hidden in the woods of Camp Shelly Ridge! Immerse yourself in the magical world of wizards this summer as you prepare to defend against the dark arts. You’ll learn about camp’s plant life in Herbology, experience the magic of potions, learn to care for camp’s Mythical Creatures, find your common ground between the houses and take aim to win the ultimate game of Quidditch. You’ll be sure to manage lots of mischief throughout the week! Earn your Finding Common Ground badge.

Eco Trekkers JULY 8-12 $289 (Day Camp) Let’s go for a trek! Take an eco-hike through the trails of Camp Shelly Ridge, and explore water and wildlife issues while learning how you can be an Eco Hero to keep nature safe. As you explore camp, work as a team at low ropes, encourage each other on the climbing wall, and aim for the bullseye at archery, you will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace. By making a

Northern Adventure JULY 14-19 $610 (Full Week, Resident Camp) Blaze the trails and take an adventure north. Connect with another camp’s traditions and landscape as you travel up to Camp Mosey Wood to spend two full days and one night in the Poconos! As you head north, take your adventure to the Lehigh River for a rafting excursion before sleeping under the stars. Test your skills on the Challenge Course and as you make your way across the dueling ziplines! Enjoy a cookout before heading home. Earn your Trailblazing badge.

Shelly Ridge Special Agents JULY 15-19 $335 (Day Camp) WANTED: Camp Scene Investigators. Quick-Thinkers, Detectives, and Escape Artists. Hone in on your deductive reasoning skills by solving timed riddles and puzzles. Master the art of fingerprinting, extract DNA, and help solve the Camp Shelly Ridge Mystery. Put your skills to the ultimate test by taking a trip to an escape room. Find out if your team has what it takes to beat the clock! Earn your Special Agent badge.

Camp Hogwarts JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) JULY 22-26 $310 (Day Camp) Ever dream of going to the school of witchcraft and wizardry to compete in the ultimate Quidditch game? Start by getting sorted into your house and then compete for house points throughout the week. In

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Olympic Village JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) JULY 29–AUGUST 2 $310 (Day Camp) Pack your bags and head to Olympic Village! Try different sports like basketball and compete in events like synchronized swimming. Even if you’re not the competitive type, you will have fun with wacky camp-style events as you cheer on your team. All as you prepare for Camp Shelly Ridge Olympics! Earn your Field Day badge.

Art Apprentices AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week, Resident Camp) AUGUST 5-9 $310 (Day Camp) Create art from nature during your week at Camp Shelly Ridge. As you explore the outdoors and wander the hiking trails, learn creative art techniques, practice the methods of naturalist artists, and leave a lasting impression by beautifying the camp property. Your creations will be highlighted in our Camp Shelly Ridge Summer Spectacular. Earn your Outdoor Art Apprentice badge.

Leadership Programs ENTERING GRADES 7–9 IN FALL 2024 Day Camp Program Aide Training JULY 8-12

You will lead activity sessions for the younger campers. *Must have successfully completed the Program Aide Training Course.

Camp Intern* ENTERING GRADES 10–12 IN FALL 2024

$215

Camp Intern Training

JUNE 24–JULY 5 (NO DAY CAMP JULY 4)

Day Camp Program Aide* JUNE 24–AUGUST 9 $165 per week Program Aides can assist with as many week-long sessions as they choose. Program Aides must register for and be able to attend each session in its entirety. As Program Aides, you will develop leadership skills while enjoying traditional camp activities.

successful completion of this program, campers will earn the Camp Intern pin.

Must attend both weeks $325 Learn the basics of leadership, childcare, safety, and general day-camp management. During this two-week program, increase your knowledge of camp songs, games, and crafts while learning how to work with younger campers. Rotate through different units and specialty activities where you will use your skills as a “counselor” for younger campers. Applicants must show maturity, commitment, leadership potential, and be able to work well with others to support a positive environment. Camp Interns will also enjoy traditional camp activities. Interested candidates will be required to provide references and proof of leadership experience. An interview will be scheduled with each applicant within two weeks of registering for the program; past participation in Camp Program Aide does not guarantee a spot as a Camp Intern, as space is limited. Candidates not accepted into the program will be refunded their payment for the program. Upon

JUNE 24–AUGUST 9 $145 per week Camp Interns may assist with as many week-long sessions as they choose. Camp Interns must register for and be able to attend each session in its entirety. As Camp Interns, you will shadow in specialty areas such as arts and crafts, archery/adventure, STEM, or be assigned to shadow a Unit Counselor with a group of younger girls. *Must have successfully completed and earned the Camp Intern pin.

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Camp Laughing Waters Gilbertsville, PA 19525 Located in northwest Montgomery County about a 30 minute drive from Reading, 45 minutes from Allentown, and an hour from Philadelphia.

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Ready for your best summer yet? With almost 500 acres, Camp Laughing Waters has something for everyone! Push your personal limits on the ropes courses and rock wall (low ropes challenge course, 4th grade and above; high ropes challenge course, 6th grade and above). Try out awesome activities such as hiking, water aerobics, disc golf, horseback riding, and even life-sized board games. Expand your artistic side with themed arts and crafts projects, music programs, and nature art. Take aim at archery (2nd grade and above), work as a team as you play gaga and sports in the activity center, and splash around the pool. Your week will be filled with excitement as you make new friends, reconnect with old friends, and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings. OPEN HOUSE

ACTIVITY PREREQUISITES

Visit Camp Laughing Waters and see what all the excitement is about! Chat with staff as you take a tour of camp and get answers to all your questions.

Biking: All campers must bring their own bike and helmet. Bikes must be in working order and have multiple gears and hand breaks. Bikers must be able to ride uphill and on uneven surfaces.

» Sunday, April 7, 2024 1-3PM » Sunday, May 5, 2024 5-7PM » Saturday, June 15, 2024 3-5PM

FULL WEEK PROGRAMS Drop-off: Sunday, 2-4PM Pick-up: Friday, 4-5PM

HALF WEEK PROGRAMS Drop-off: Sunday, 2-4PM Pick-up: Tuesday, 5PM

VAN TRANSPORTATION Van transportation is available from select locations. Visit gsep.org for more details.

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS Campers may be assigned to live in a platform tent or a cabin. All accommodations have beds and mattresses. Units are assigned the week prior to camp unless noted in the camp description.

Swimming: Campers are tested at the beginning of the week and placed in swim groups based on ability. Participation in certain activities requires the appropriate swimming skills. See program descriptions. Canoeing, Off-Camp Water Related Trips, Etc: Must have passed American Red Cross level 2 swimming instruction. Horseback Riding: Horseback Riding Questionnaires are included with the confirmation packet to help us determine campers’ skill level. All riders will be assessed during their first trip to the stables. They will be paired with horses and instructors to meet their ability. Riding lessons are weather permitting.* We provide all riders with approved helmets, but all participants must bring appropriate footwear and clothing (long pants, t-shirts), located in the packing list. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills. For Above the Bit and Wrangler in Training programs, the riders must be at the Intermediate level and must be able to do the following: tack, mount, ride with good position and balance at a walk, trot, jog, and canter, do simple reverses, circles or patterns at a jog or trot without breaking gait, demonstrate correct jumping posture over poles or low cross rails, dismount and lead the horse away unaided, transition from one gait to another smoothly on command, and demonstrate correct jumping over low single fences. Amusement Parks: Some rides at amusement parks require campers to be of a certain height, sometimes as tall as 54 inches. Please ensure your camper is tall enough before signing her up for a program going to an amusement park.

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Camp Laughing Waters All camp programs include themed activities, as well as traditional camp activities based on campers’ interests. Girl Scouting is based around girl-led programming and campers will participate in girlplanning to help promote the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

play in the gaga pit, and take hikes around camp. In the evening, keep the fun going with nail painting, dance parties, stargazing, and a movie night! Meet new friends and have tons of fun experiencing all that camp has to offer. Brownies, earn your My Best Self badge.

Not all the activities listed will be done by campers participating in the half-week program.

JUNE 23-29 JULY 21-26

Sleeping accommodations (cabin or tent) will be listed with the event information when registering.

Family Programming

Outdoors and S’mores $550 (Full Week) Come enjoy the outdoors and all the fun camp has to offer! Take a hike, sing at campfires, splash around in the pool, climb the rock wall, and create crafts to take home! Finally, spend one night in our platform tents for the ultimate overnight experience. Oh, and don’t forget the s’mores! Brownies, earn your Hiker badge.

If so, this is the perfect way to try out all the fun! Play games, make crafts, go swimming, and sing along at a campfire, all while making new friends and creating lifelong memories. Brownies, earn your Make New Friends badge.

Creepy Crawlies JULY 14-19 $550 (Full Week) JULY 14-16 $275 (Half Week) Come explore land and water, all while learning about the magnificent world of BUGS! Explore their habitats and adaptations, create fun bug crafts and play around with fun bug games. Brownies earn your Bugs badge.

Boogie Shoes Brownie Adventurer

JULY 14-19

JULY 7-9 JULY 21-23

JUNE 30–JULY 2 JULY 14-16

$550 (Full Week) JULY 14-16

Grade K-8 and Adults

$275 (Half Week)

$275/girl (Half Week) $150/adult (Half Week)

Not ready for a full week? Spend three days exploring everything camp has to offer for Brownies. Check out the animals at camp, have a cookout, take a nature hike, play games, and more. Brownies, earn your Brownie Climbing badge.

Bring your dancing feet for a week of music, dance and exploring the arts! Listen to your favorite music, learn new dances, and teach your friends your dance moves. Explore different styles of dance each day, including water aerobics! Throughout

Dynamic Duo

Are you still building the courage to stay at camp alone? Come get to know Camp Laughing Waters and enjoy an introductory camp experience for the “two of you.” Hike around camp, sleep in platforms tents, make campfire treats, swim, visit the horse stables, and more. Campers may bring any female adult (age 18 or older) who is special to them. Accompanying adults must be a registered Girl Scout with a completed background check. All adults are expected to support camp staff in supervising their accompanied campers. Earn a special camp patch!

ENTERING GRADES 1–3 IN FALL 2024 Slumber Party JUNE 23-28

My Little Pony JUNE 30–JULY 5 JULY 21-26 $650 (Full Week) Giddy up, y’all! Pack your favorite pony stuffed animal and join us at the CLW corral for some horsing around. Visit the barn daily to learn about horses and build your riding skills. When you’re not at the barn, have fun making pony crafts and horse treats, play pony games, and experience other traditional camp activities. This program is for new or beginner riders. Brownies, earn segments of your GSEP Horseback Riding patch.

$550 (Full Week)

Make New Friends

JUNE 23-25

JULY 7-12

$275 (Half Week)

$550 (Full Week)

Grab your stuffed animals, pajamas, and fuzzy slippers and head off to the ultimate slumber party. During the day, climb the rock wall, swim in the pool,

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Ever wonder what camp is like? Can’t decide if it’s right for you? This is the perfect session to try it out and have some fun! Meet new friends and create lifelong memories while trying out camp’s best activities, hiking, swimming, the rock wall, and arts and crafts. Juniors, earn your Camper badge.

Saddle Up JUNE 23-28 JULY 7-12 JULY 14-19 JULY 28–AUGUST 2 AUGUST 4-9 $680 (Full Week)

the week, create a dance performance together to share with other campers. Brownies, earn your Dancer badge.

Art-tastic JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $560 (Full Week) JULY 28-30 $280 (Half Week) Discover different forms of art from music to photography to design, as you get creative making your own art collection. Use the outdoors to see colors, shapes and gather ideas for what you want to create! Brownies, earn your Outdoor Art Creator badge.

Brownie Baker AUGUST 4-9 $570 (Full Week) Spend the week creating sweet and savory snacks. Whip up cookies, cakes, as well as snacks from other cultures. Once you are done making your treats you will collect all the recipes in your own cookbook. Brownies, earn your Snacks badge.

Magic Mermaids

$275 (Half Week) Splish-splash in the waters of camp as you play with other mermaid friends! Spend extra time at the pool, playing water games, trying water aerobics, and competing in water relay races. Enjoy a poolside lunch and a night swim. Then spend some time in our very own creek, with a trip to Mermaid Rock! Brownies, earn your Making Friends badge.

Musical Creators

Grab your boots and head to the barn. Spend the week learning to care for horses, trying new skills on horseback, and bonding with your four-legged friends. Take a trail ride, work in the arena, and learn the dedication and love it takes to care for horses. Juniors, earn your Horseback Riding badge and segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch.

Rolling Along JUNE 30–JULY 5 $575 (Full Week) Walk, ride, skate, and roll around camp this week as you take on biking and rollerblading. Head to a nearby skating rink for some out-of-camp fun! Best of all, bring your bike to camp to get around fast and explore trails and local parks. Juniors, earn your Staying Fit badge.

AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week)

Camp Rock!

AUGUST 4-6

JUNE 30–JULY 5

$275 (Half Week)

$575 (Full Week)

Make music out of anything! Sing songs, create your own musical instrument, and have fun! Campers will also have a movie/ musical night. No instrument? No problem! Brownies, earn your Outdoor art badge.

Do you love music? Then this program is for you! During this week, you’ll see a local show, have a musical movie night, prepare a surprise performance for camp and participate in all traditional camp activities! Juniors, earn your Musician badge.

ENTERING GRADES 4–5 IN FALL 2024 Camp Explorer JUNE 23-28

AUGUST 4-9

$550 (Full Week)

JUNE 23-25

AUGUST 4-6

$275 (Half Week)

Camp Relaxation JULY 7-12 JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week) Spending time in nature naturally reduces stress, so spending a week at camp is the best way to relax and decompress. Learn the basics of spending time outside: campfires, hiking, and safety. You will also get to

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Junior Chefs

JULY 21–AUGUST 2

AUGUST 4-9

$1,350 (Two Weeks)

$575 (Full Week)

Enjoy two weeks of fun with horseback riding. You’ll be busy with daily riding lessons and horse care. You will also enjoy additional pool time, and trail rides. Over the weekend head out to see a horse show, then compete in our own CLW horse show. You will work through the week to care for your horse and prepare for the horse show. Don’t worry you will have time for other camp activities as well! Girls will stay the weekend. Families are invited to come to the horse show on Friday. Earn segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch. Juniors, earn your Horseback Riding badge.

Are cookouts the highlight of your camp experience? This week you will be chef-ing up a storm. Try out new cooking methods in the kitchen and over the fire, visit a local farm stand, try new ingredients, and take a tour of the camp's industrial kitchen with our very own camp cook! After your tour, learn what it is like cooking for all of camp as you help prepare a meal in the dining hall! Juniors, earn your Simple Meals badge.

JULY 14-19

Mischief & Muggles

All About Horses

$560 (Full Week)

JULY 28–AUGUST 2

As the moon rises and camp settles in for the night, you will explore camp after dark. Enjoy a nighttime twist on some of your favorite activities, glow in the dark archery, hikes, and rock climbing. Juniors, earn your Camper badge.

$560 (Full Week)

JUNE 23-28 JUNE 30–JULY 5 JULY 21-26 AUGUST 4-9

try traditional stress releasing activities like yoga, water aerobics and meditating. Juniors, earn your Camper badge.

Camp Swift JULY 7-12 $560 (Full Week) Calling all Swifties—are you ready for it? Come spend the week doing all things inspired by T. Swift! Dress like an era every day, make and trade friendship bracelets, show off your knowledge in trivia and more! Also spend time doing traditional camp activities. Juniors, earn your Social Butterfly badge.

Fireflies

Camp Mockingjay JULY 14-19 $560 (Full Week) Ready to channel your inner Katniss? Learn the skills it takes to master archery and how to survive in the wilderness. Pick up your bows and arrows daily for the ultimate archery experience! Focus your precision and train your eye to hit targets using pictures, balloons, paint, and more. Juniors, earn segments of the GSEP Archery patch.

Ready for the ultimate Harry Potter Adventure? Grab your wands and head to camp where on the first night, you will get sorted into your houses and spend the week earning house points! Take a potions class, defend against the dark arts, learn about astronomy and herbology and investigate magical creatures. Eat a meal in the Great Hall and try your hand at Quidditch. When you are not practicing wizardry skills, participate in all the other activities camp has to offer. Juniors, earn your Flowers badge.

Holiday Frenzy JULY 21-26 $560 (Full Week) If the 4th of July is not enough holiday for you, come to camp this week and celebrate a different holiday every day! Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, New Year’s Eve…you name it, we can celebrate! Even celebrate holidays from other countries. Dress for each occasion and prepare snacks to go along with your activities! Juniors, earn your Social Butterfly badge.

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$680 (Full Week) Head up to the barn for a fun horse-filled adventure. Take daily lessons focused on riding, stable care, grooming, and the science of horses. Create special horse treats and horse-inspired art and still have plenty of time for other camp activities. Cadettes earn segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch.

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Grow and Glow

JUNE 23–JULY 5

JULY 7-12

$1,150 (Two Weeks)

$575 (Full Week)

Lights, Camera, Action! Are you ready for two weeks of theater filled fun? Practice your singing, dancing and acting skills each day while you and your new friends create a mini show to present to camp! Work on your stage presence and public speaking skills and try your hand at writing your own script! In your spare time, watch musicals on the projector screen and enjoy all the other activities camp has to offer! Campers will stay the weekend. Cadettes, earn your Public Speaker and Screenwriter badges.

Have a green thumb? Want to learn how to plant and care for different food/ flowers? Spend the week learning about different plants, go on hikes, and plant your own flowers to take home with you. At the end of the week, have a glow party to celebrate a successful week! Cadettes, earn your Trees badge.

Heroes & Villains JULY 7-12 $550 (Full Week)

Bucket List JUNE 30–JULY 5 JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $550 (Full Week) What will you be doing this week? ...That’s up to you! What have you always wanted to do at camp? Maybe you tried an activity years ago that was your favorite. This week you get to relive your favorites or try new things by fulfilling your camp bucket list! Work with the assistant director to create a customized schedule. All activities will take place at CLW! Cadettes, earn your Girl Scout Way badge.

Moon on the Meadow JUNE 30–JULY 5 $550 (Full Week) Take part in all your favorite camp activities with a nighttime twist. Stay up late and enjoy the wonders of the night. Go on night hikes, learn about nocturnal animals, explore the stars, play fun nighttime games, and sleep in almost every day! Cadettes, earn your Night Owl badge.

Take Aim JULY 7-12 $560 (Full Week) Head to the archery range for a week of shooting. Learn the skills and determination to be a skilled archer, like Katniss and Hawkeye. Develop your aim and precision while participating in archery games, target practice, and exercises to improve your strength. Show the world what you can do! Cadettes, earn your Archery badge. Earn segments of the GSEP Archery patch.

Do you have a superhero alter ego or a secret identity? Come to camp and create or discover your origin story. Work on your powers, illustrate your own comic book, create your costume, and even work on your hero skills, such as climbing, balance, and hiding in plain sight. The only thing left to figure out is who will your villain be?! Cadettes earn your Comic Artist badge.

Hoof Swap!* JULY 7-19 $1,350 (Two Weeks) Love horses and want to try it all? Spend two weeks at camp and get to meet all our camp horses! Your first week will be at Laughing Waters learning to ride western, then your second week will be at Wood Haven learning to ride English style! Spend the weekend getting to know the campers you are swapping with! Earn segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills.

Summer Sampler JULY 14-19 $550 (Full Week) Discover the best of Camp Laughing Waters! Enjoy all your favorite activities such as sleeping under the stars, canoeing, swimming, hiking, archery, disc golf, the ropes challenge courses, or the rock wall. It’s all here waiting for you! Cadettes, earn your Girl Scout Way badge.

Natural Wonders JULY 14-19 $575 (Full Week) Earth is full of amazing natural wonders, and many are here in our own back yard. Travel around to see some of the best natural sites in Eastern PA. Make music at Ringing Rocks, hike the Falls Trail at Ricketts Glenn Sate Park, with an overnight stay followed by an adventure into Penn’s Cave.

Create It JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week) Learn from camp’s most experienced artist, Mother Nature. Spend the week using what you find in nature to create art and fabric dyes. Watch how nature is constantly changing as you create projects of your own. Cadettes, earn your Outdoor Art Apprentice badge.

Equestrian Experts JULY 21–AUGUST 2 $1,350 (Two Weeks) Is one week with the horses not enough? How about two?! These weeks will be filled with learning new skills, refining technique,

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Camp Laughing Waters and enjoying life at the stables. Head off camp to a horse show, then compete in your own show at camp! Campers will stay the weekend. Families are invited to come to the horse show, on Friday, August 5. Must be an intermediate or advanced rider. Earn segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch. Campers will stay the weekend.

Camp Haunted Waters AUGUST 4-9 $575 (Full Week) Ghouls, ghosts, and urban legends! This program is not for the faint of heart. Take a haunted tour of Philadelphia, discover legends, and come up with your own spooky tale after learning the history of our great state. When not ghosting around, enjoy the best CLW has to offer.

Surf's Up AUGUST 4-9 $630 (Full Week) Hit the waves this week while learning and playing in the water. Spend the night at Allaire State Park to get an early start on the day as you, take a trip to Asbury Park for surf lessons in the ocean, and a day at the beach. Also head to Mosey Wood to sample the stand-up paddle boards. When you are at camp enjoy the Laughing Waters pool and creek for more water fun!

ENTERING GRADES 8–12 IN FALL 2024 Day Trippers JUNE 23-28 JULY 21-26 $675 (Full Week) Do you like to travel? Become the ultimate day tripper! Using Camp Laughing Waters as your home base, plan three out-of-camp trips of your choosing with your group (approx. 1.5 hour radius to camp). While not traveling, you will enjoy arts & crafts, swimming, and other exciting camp activities!

Water Adventure JUNE 30–JULY 5 $550 (Full Week) The best way to beat the heat is hang out in

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the water! Spend the week lounging in the Camp Laughing Waters pool, take a trip to Green Lane to go canoeing, take an extended creek hike, and spend the day at a water park! Ambassadors, earn your Water badge.

Above the Bit

the day? Your daytime activities will start much later than everyone else, but you will still get to do all your favorites.

Climbing Masters JULY 28–AUGUST 2

JULY 7-19

$575 (Full Week)

$1,350 (Two Weeks)

Spend the week in the tree canopy! Conquer both the high-ropes and lowropes courses and scale the rock wall like a superhero. Then take a trip to Camp Mosey Wood to tackle the climbing tower and the dueling zip-lines! Earn segments of the GSEP Adventure patch.

Can’t get enough horses? Head up to the stables for daily lessons on what it takes to care for a horse. Take trail rides, try both English and Western riding, and still have time for all your other favorite camp activities. Seniors, earn segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding Patch. Campers will stay the weekend.

Up All Night JULY 14-19 $550 (Full Week) Do you rarely get up before noon? Feel yourself wide awake around 9pm? Enjoy unconventional camp activities in the pool, on the trails, and cook late night snacks over the fire. What about during

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Mix A Lot JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $575 (Full Week) What will you be doing this week? ...That’s up to you! What have you always wanted to do at camp? Maybe you tried an activity years ago that was your favorite. This week you get to relive your favorites or try new things by fulfilling your camp bucket list! Work with the assistant

director to create a customized schedule. All activities will take place at CLW!

spend time learning new skills. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of Camp Program Aide. Campers will stay the weekend.

Counselor in Training (CIT) II*

Food Wars AUGUST 4-9 $600 (Full Week) Put your cooking and baking skills to the test. This week your counselors will present you with different cooking and baking challenges, as you work with other campers to create the best dish. These challenges could be over the fire cooking, in the oven or even with special ingredients. Ambassadors, earn your Dinner Party badge.

Leadership Programs ENTERING GRADES 7–9 IN FALL 2024 Resident Camp Program Aide JUNE 23–JULY 5 JULY 7-19 $715 (Two Weeks) Are you a returning camper who wants to be more involved? During your two weeks, work as a team to design and lead resident camp events for younger campers. Explore several activities, including camp crafts, games, songs, outdoor education and more. Enjoy theme days and special events, and learn about team building, personal growth, and leadership basics. Fulfill the GSEP requirements for the Program Aide Leadership Course and complete most of the Program Aide pin requirements, but will not earn the pin at camp. Campers will stay the weekend.

Take Charge* JULY 21–AUGUST 2 $715 (Two Weeks) This program is designed for campers who have taken Camp Program Aide and want to continue their experience—you can even take it more than once! Complete a separate application and provide references and proof of successful completion of their Program Aide Pin. During your two weeks at camp, fine-tune the skills you learned in your Camp Program Aide training as you continue your work with younger campers and cultivate your leadership skills. Choose areas of special interest—the barn, pool, arts & crafts, nature, team building—and

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JULY 21–AUGUST 9 Campers will go home between weeks 1 & 2 $760 (Three Weeks)

Counselor in Training (CIT) I JUNE 23–JULY 19 Campers will go home between weeks 2 & 3 $990 (Four Weeks) Ready to take the next step in becoming camp staff? Learn about leadership, safety, risk management, general camp management, childcare, and much more during the first two weeks of this program. During the second two weeks, participate in an internship where you can use your skills as a “counselor” for younger campers. CITs must demonstrate maturity, commitment, leadership potential, and be able to work well with others to create a positive environment. CITs will also enjoy traditional camp activities during their stay. Upon successful completion of this program, campers will earn the CIT I Pin and American Red Cross First Aid & CPR.

Have you already earned your CIT I pin and are looking for more experience in a special activity area? If so, then CIT II is for you! Spend three weeks at camp getting a taste of the different program areas offered at camp and figure out which might be a great fit for you. From art to adventure and everywhere in between, you will gain a new perspective of camp as you look through a staff lens at each of the program areas. *Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed CIT I and obtained permission from the camp director. Earn your CIT II pin.

Wrangler in Training* JULY 21–AUGUST 9 Campers will go home between weeks 1 & 2 $1,000 (Three Weeks) This program is designed for campers who have taken Camp Program Aide, Take Charge and/or CIT and want to continue their experience—specifically at the stables! Shadow the riding staff and refine your horsemanship. Expand your knowledge of horse care, assist younger riders, and learn the ins and outs of barn management. Learn to create and teach a barn lesson with assistance from our knowledgeable barn staff. Don’t worry, you will still have time for traditional camp activities and a few riding lessons for yourself. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of Camp Program Aide, Take Charge and/or CIT. Also, you must have at least three years of horse experience at camp or the equivalent in overall riding experience year-round.

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Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA 18661 Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains near Split Rock Resort and Big Boulder Resort.

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Join the adventure on the water, in the air, and everywhere in between while exploring Camp Mosey Wood’s 425 acres in the Poconos. Challenge yourself to bouldering, the climbing wall (2nd grade and above), the challenge tower (6th grade and above), and the amazing 900-foot dueling zip lines (6th grade and above)! Enjoy Mosey Wood Pond as you row, sail, stand up paddleboard, and more. Enjoy swimming? Try our AquaClimb and Wibit obstacle course (see swimming prerequisites for all water activities)! The fun doesn’t stop there. Participate in traditional camp activities, which may include archery (2nd grade and above), cooking over a campfire, science exploration, environmental education, and hiking, just to name a few. All campers enjoy swimming and boating daily (weather permitting), plus the end of the session Mosey Wood tradition known as Wishing Candles. All Girl Scouts will sleep in platform tents, unless otherwise noted. OPEN HOUSE

HALF WEEK PROGRAMS

Join us at an open house to learn more about Camp Mosey Wood. Find out what your camper can do at camp and meet staff who will answer all of your questions.

Drop-off (Sunday–Tuesday): Sunday, 1-3PM

» Sunday, March 3, 2024 1-3PM

Pick-up (Sunday–Tuesday): Tuesday, 7PM Drop-off (Wednesday–Friday): Wednesday, 10AM Pick-up (Wednesday–Friday): Friday, 4-5PM

» Sunday, April 21, 2024 1-3PM

ACTIVITY PREREQUISITES

» Sunday, June 16, 2024 1-3PM

FULL & MULTI WEEK PROGRAMS Drop-off: Sunday, 1-3PM

Swimming: Campers will be tested during the first swimming period when they arrive at camp. Please note that participating in some activities (kayaking, sailing, canoeing, stand–up paddleboards, and aqua tower) require passing certain prerequisites.

Pick-up: Friday, 4-5PM

All camp programs include themed activities, as well as traditional camp activities based on campers’ interests. Girl Scouting is based around girl-led programming and campers will participate in girlplanning to help promote the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Not all the activities listed will be done by campers participating in the half-week program.

ENTERING GRADES 1–3 IN FALL 2024 Leap, Fly, and Zoom!

earn your Mechanical Engineering: Leap Bot, Fling Flyer, and Race Car badges.

Super Sampler

JUNE 23-28

JUNE 30–JULY 5

$550 (Full Week)

JUNE 23-25 JUNE 26-28

JUNE 30–JULY 2 JULY 3-5

$275 (Half Week)

Spend a week at camp rowing boats, swimming in the lake, and figuring out how things work. Figure out which animals spring like a pogo stick and then build your own leap bot, think about how different things fly and create your own fling flyer, and design your own racetrack to test your very own race car! Brownies,

Not sure what you want to do at camp? Come enjoy all of your favorite activities, including boating, swimming, hiking, campfires, cookouts, sleeping under the stars, and more. Brownies, earn your Hiker badge.

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Camp Mosey Wood Brownie Batter JULY 7-12 $560 (Full Week) JULY 7-9 JULY 10-12 $280 (Half Week) Are you a Brownie (or Daisy) that enjoys eating brownies? If so, this program is for you! Bake regular brownies, decorate brownies, and even make brownies with your own special ingredient! Don’t worry, you will still do traditional camp activities like swimming, boating, and arts and crafts. This week is sure to be yummy! Brownies, earn your Snacks badge.

you climb to new heights. Earn your Trail Adventure badge on Hiking Day, as you try your feet at different types of hikes. Earn Outdoor Art Creator on Art Day as you create awesome leaf rubbings and sing and dance in nature! On Cooking Day, you try new foods as you earn your Snacks badge. On Environmental Education Day, search for houses in nature, what will you find? Brownies, earn your Climbing Adventure, Trail Adventure, Outdoor Art Creator, Snacks, and Eco Friend badges.

Pirates of the Pond AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week)

Fairy House Builders

AUGUST 4-6 AUGUST 7-9

JULY 14-19

$275 (Half Week)

$550 (Full Week)

Arghhh! Do you like pirates and playing pretend? Design your own eye patch, create a boat to float in Brownie Bay, and find buried treasure. The fun continues as you search for pirates in the all-camp Pirate Hunt and make them walk the plank! Brownies, earn your Letterboxer badge.

JULY 14-16 JULY 17-19 $275 (Half Week) Dream and build this week at camp! Create the best fairy house ever, as you and your sister Girl Scouts become construction workers. Don’t worry, the building doesn’t stop there. Create at least two other projects as you enjoy the rest of your activities at camp! Brownies, earn your Think Like an Engineer Journey.

Teddy Bear Picnic

ENTERING GRADES 4–5 IN FALL 2024 Podium Posse JUNE 23-28

JULY 21-26

$550 (Full Week)

$560 (Full Week)

On your mark, get set, go! Start your week creating your “country’s” flag for the opening ceremony, compete in fun activities throughout the week—complete an obstacle course, run the trails, climb the rock wall to get puzzle pieces, row across the lake and back, and shoot for the bullseye at archery! How many times will you reach the podium this week? Juniors, earn your Trail Adventure badge.

JULY 21-23 JULY 24-26 $285 (Half Week) Start your week off by making your very own stuffed animal! Name your animal friend and dress it up in handmade clothes that you create. Many adventures await you and your stuffed animal, including boating, hiking, and a picnic! Brownies, earn your Outdoor Adventure badge.

S’mores & More Badge A Day JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $560 (Full Week) JULY 28-30 JULY 31–AUGUST 2 $280 (Half Week) All Girl Scouts, all week! Earn your Climbing Adventurer badge on Adventure Day as

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JUNE 23-28 JULY 14-19 $550 (Full Week) JUNE 23-25 JUNE 26-28 JULY 14-16 JULY 17-19 $275 (Half Week) New to camp or want to do it all? Try a little

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bit of everything that Mosey Wood has to offer, including outdoor cooking, swimming, archery, sports, boating, crafts, songs, and games. Earn your Camper badge.

Slime-tastic! JUNE 30–JULY 5 $560 (Full Week) Slime, slime, everywhere! This week you will make a different type of slime each day. Traditional slime, glow in the dark slime, magnetic slime, mystery slime, the types of slime never end! Spend this week at camp getting your hands dirty as you dig in and make your slime. You will also participate in traditional camp activities each day. Juniors, earn your Camper badge.

Junior Explorer JULY 7-19 $1,100 (Two Weeks) One week of camp not enough? Try two! Camp out on the Yellow Trail, where you’re sure to run into woodland creatures that call the campgrounds home. Climb to the top of both climbing walls, hike to Hawk Falls, and eat lunch on the water. The exploring is endless! Juniors, earn the three badges to start your Outdoor Journey, Animal Habitats, Camper, and Eco Camper badges.

Night Owls JULY 7-12 $550 (Full Week) Take a night hike, throw a dance party, and cook out under the night sky. Sleep in before enjoying traditional camp activities during the daytime. Earn your Space Science Investigator badge.

Camp According to Umfredo JULY 21-26 $560 (Full Week) Class pets—like Humphrey from the popular book series The World According to Humphrey—get to see all the happenings in and around the classroom. While we do not have a hamster, we do have a fantastic camp stuffie, Umfredo, and we all know stuffies have grand adventures! Create your own Umfredo stuffie and write your own story about Camp According to Umfredo! Will Umfredo reach the top of the rock wall or splash in the lake while boating? What will Umfredo have for cookout? You decide as you take Umfredo on an adventure and write all about it! Juniors, earn your Scribe badge.

to enjoy a variety of sports, including basketball, rollerblading, archery, volleyball, hockey, lacrosse, and swimming. Keep yourself moving with traditional camp activities, including hiking, boating, and navigating the water on stand-up paddleboards! Earn your Staying Fit badge.

Celebrations! JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $550 (Full Week) Come celebrate Mosey Wood’s 85th anniversary by going back in time and exploring old ways of life. Dip candles, churn butter, make homemade ice cream, create your own loom to weave, and bake your own bread. Don’t worry, not everything is old school. You can still have lots of 21st century fun at camp! Juniors, earn your Junior Girl Scout Way badge.

Spy Camper

ENTERING GRADES 6–8 IN FALL 2024 OPTIONAL RAFTING TRIP: 6th Grade and Above: During their first week, campers in these programs can participate in a guided rafting trip down the Lehigh River for an additional $60. Registration and payment for this option occurs on myGS; the required release form is available on CampDoc.

JULY 28–AUGUST 2

Canoe Trippers

$550 (Full Week)

JUNE 23–JULY 5

Camp will be filled with mystery this week! You and your fellow sleuths will have to solve the Great Mosey Wood Caper. Gather evidence, interview witnesses, and build your case! You’ll also enjoy traditional camp activities. Earn your Detective badge.

$1,200 (Two Weeks)

Sporty Girl AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week) Are you an athlete? Here is your chance

Paddle your way to adventure during this program! Start out on the Mosey Wood Pond and learn how to canoe. Then head out to a bigger lake where you will use your skills as you explore the shores of the new water. Finally, head out on a three-day, two-night overnight on the Delaware River. Many adventures are to be had as you explore various waterways! Earn your Primitive Camper badge and a segment of the GSEP Waterfront patch.

Climb, Splash, and Soar!* JUNE 23-28 JULY 7-12 AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week) Join your sister Girl Scouts for a week of action and adventure! Soar to new heights on the AquaClimb and high ropes challenge course. Make a splash as you jump into the water from the AquaClimb and Wibits. The week wouldn’t be complete without soaring over the lake on the dueling zip lines! Earn segments of the GSEP Adventure and Waterfront patches. *See swimming prerequisites on page 45.

HP and the Tri-Camper Tournament JUNE 23-28 JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week) Ever dream of going to the school of witchcraft and wizardry to compete in the Tri-Wizard Tournament? Start by getting sorted into your houses and then compete for house points throughout the week. In addition to potions, herbology, and a game of Quidditch, you and your friends will participate in the TriCamper Tournament, a magical day of wizard games. Wands at the ready! Earn a segment of the GSEP Adventure patch. Earn your Special Agent badge.

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Camp Mosey Wood Colors of the Wind

Showtime

JUNE 30–JULY 5

JULY 7-19

$640 (Full Week)

$1,400 (Two Weeks)

Try your hand at different art mediums and use the nature around you to inspire and create your art pieces. Create a canvas masterpiece, try your hand at glass blowing, and visit an art gallery. Take a tour of an art studio and watch artists at work. It’s all about art this week! Earn your Outdoor Art Apprentice badge and a segment of the GSEP Archery patch.

Lights, camera, action! Work on sets, create props, and help write the script for the play you’ll perform for your fellow campers. During rehearsal breaks, take a trip to a local theater to see a live production, and head to New York City—the theater capital—to attend a live Broadway performance! Cadettes, earn your Screenwriter badge.

SUPs and Sails

$550 (Full Week)

Stay up late and hang out with your friends as you explore Mosey Wood at night. Go stargazing, take a night hike, organize a dance party and cookout over the fire. You’ll hang out ‘til the stars shine bright and then sleep in for some well-deserved rest. During the day, enjoy traditional camp activities as well! Earn your Night Owl badge.

Camp Half-Blood JULY 7-12 AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week)

JUNE 30–JULY 5 JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week) Work as a team to complete different elements on the low ropes challenge course. Hike to Hawk Falls, create your own obstacle course, take aim at archery, and participate in stand up paddle boarding on the lake! The adventure doesn’t end there! Challenge yourself on the high ropes challenge course, fly across the lake on the dueling zip lines, and spend a night sleeping under the stars to round out your adventure! Cadettes, earn your Archery badge and segments of the GSEP Adventure patch. *See swimming prerequisites on page 45.

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JUNE 30–JULY 5 Spend your week on the water with standup paddleboards (SUPs) and sail boats! Play games and splash into the water while on the SUPs and learn to rig and sail while on the Sunfish sailboats. No boating experience necessary, you can learn it all this week! You will have plenty of time to enjoy traditional camp activities, too. Earn a segment of the GSEP Waterfront patch.

Adventure Sports*

Midnight Madness

Calling all Percy Jackson fans! Always wanted to go to Camp Half-Blood? This is your chance to train to canoe like Poseidon, shoot archery like Artemis, and build things like Hephaestus. Play capture the flag and make your own beaded necklace to remember the summer. At the end of your training, consult the Oracle and go on a quest across camp! Earn your Archery badge and a segment of the GSEP Adventure patch.

Happy Birthday Mosey Wood! JULY 7-12 $550 (Full Week) Get ready to celebrate the 85th anniversary of Camp Mosey Wood! Ever wonder what campers did back when Mosey Wood was founded in 1939? Do old school camp activities, camp out where some of the first campers ever slept at Mosey Wood and discover the history of this amazing place so many Girl Scouts call home! Cadettes, earn your Girl Scout Way badge.

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Climb It JULY 21–AUGUST 2 $1,250 (Two Weeks) Take your climbing skills to a new level by spending time at three different climbing areas around Pennsylvania. Day trips include bouldering, top-rope climbing, and rappelling. You are sure to reach new heights! Earn a segment of the GSEP Adventure patch.

Challenge Accepted JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week) If you like the thrill of challenge courses, this week is for you! Start with team building on the low-ropes challenge course, then climb the wall and attempt to conquer the high ropes challenge course. Zoom across the lake on the zip line to be the first team to complete the challenge! Earn a segment of the GSEP Adventure patch.

Project Runway JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $550 (Full Week) Spend your week designing clothing, jewelry, and trying new hairstyles. Fashionistas-intraining will put their design skills to the

test with daily challenges. Create a fashion line through sketches, put a new spin on old styles, and make unique clothing and accessories for a big fashion show. Bring along an old pair of jeans to make over. Earn your Outdoor Art Apprentice badge.

Junior Ranger AUGUST 4-9 $700 (Full Week) “Explore. Learn. Protect.” Find this motto as you become a Junior Ranger at multiple National Parks. Travel to the Delaware Water Gap and explore the beautiful area as you become a Junior Ranger. Head to Valley Forge National Park and take in the history as you become a Junior Ranger, sleep over at a local campsite and then travel to Independence National Historical Park to see the Liberty Bell and become a Junior Ranger. There is plenty of exploration to be had during this week.

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On the Road Again!

Choose Your Own Adventure

JUNE 23-28 JULY 14-19 AUGUST 4-9

JULY 21-26 AUGUST 4-9

$800 (Full Week)

Want to try a little bit of everything that Mosey Wood has to offer? Pick this program and each day your group will decide which activities you want to do! You can try the high ropes challenge course, the climbing wall, boating, art and crafts, archery, rollerblading and much more. Make your own choices and design your own ultimate camp experience!

This week will be one to remember! Try your hand at glassblowing, raft down the Lehigh River, enjoy the sweetness of Hershey Park, and ride the coasters at Dorney Park. You will spend this week at camp, on the road!

Road Trip JUNE 30–JULY 5 JULY 21-26 $700 (Full Week) Time to hit the road and explore the Poconos! Check out historic Jim Thorpe and travel on a train through the Lehigh Gorge, raft down the Lehigh River, spend a day at Knoebels Amusement Resort, and shop ’til you drop at the nearby outlets! Don’t forget your shopping money!

MW Roadies JULY 7-12 JULY 28–AUGUST 2

OPTIONAL RAFTING TRIP:

$725 (Full Week)

6 Grade and Above: During their first week, campers in these programs can participate in a guided rafting trip down the Lehigh River for an additional $60. Registration and payment for this option occurs on myGS; the required release form is available on CampDoc.

Check out this day-tripping program at Mosey Wood! Spend a day hiking at the beautiful Bushkill Falls, raft down the Lehigh River, and play a round of mini golf. You’ll also spend time relaxing at the Kalahari water park.

$550 (Full Week)

ENTERING GRADES 8–12 IN FALL 2024 OPTIONAL RAFTING TRIP: 6th Grade and Above: During their first week, campers in these programs can participate in a guided rafting trip down the Lehigh River for an additional $60. Registration and payment for this option occurs on myGS; the required release form is available on CampDoc.

Appalachian Adventure* JUNE 23–JULY 5 $1,280 (Two Weeks) Programs housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp and in primitive tents when hiking! Have you ever hiked through an entire state? After you finish this program, you will have those bragging rights! Spend your first few days learning the skills you need for the trail, like how to fit and pack your backpack, use camp stoves for meal prep, leave no trace, and more. Then head out for a five-day excursion along the Appalachian Trail. Start your journey in Pennsylvania, hike through the state of Maryland, and complete your journey in West Virginia! Seniors earn your Adventure Camper badge. Ambassadors, earn your Survival Camper badge. *Campers must be in good physical condition and have broken-in hiking boots. No prior backpacking experience is needed. Bring your own backpack or use one of camp’s.

Assateague Adventure JUNE 23–JULY 5 $1,320 (Two Weeks) Programs housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp, and primitive tents while out of camp! Head to Assateague Island National

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Seashore in Maryland and explore this fascinating area. Walk on the beach with the Assateague ponies, tour state and national forests by bike, learn the pirate lore of the area, and explore a salt marsh by kayak. Campers will spend five days at Assateague. Seniors, earn your Paddling badge and a segment of the GSEP Waterfront patch.

Wicked Fun JUNE 23–JULY 5 $1,570 (Two Weeks) Programs housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp, and primitive tents while out of camp!

Camper badge, and Ambassadors, earn your Survival Camper badge. Prerequisite: Campers must be in good physical condition and have broken-in hiking boots. No prior backpacking experience is needed. Bring your own backpack or use one of camp’s.

The Ultimate Adventure! JULY 7-19 $1,490 (Two Weeks) Programs housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp, and primitive tents while out of camp!

campgrounds during their trip. Campers will spend seven days out of camp, five in Tennessee and two travel days. Seniors, earn your Travelers badge.

Adventure Bound* JULY 21–AUGUST 9 $1,940 (Three Weeks) Program housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp and in primitive tents when offsite! Feel the need for even more adventure? Try a week of canoeing to prepare for an out-of-camp trip, where you will navigate a river. Spend three days rock climbing on real rocks. Top off the program with an off-site backpacking trip. Seniors, earn your Paddling and Adventure Camper badges, Ambassadors, earn your Survival Camper badge. Prerequisite: Campers must be in good physical condition and have broken-in hiking boots. No prior backpacking experience is needed. Bring your own backpack or use one of camp’s. See swimming prerequisites on page 45.

Take a six-day trip to Massachusetts during this camp program! Walk the Freedom Trail, see Plymouth Rock, and tour the Mayflower and Plimoth Patuxet Museum. See the House of the Seven Gables and eat at Hawthorne Hotel. Round out your trip by seeing the Salem Witch Museum. Plenty of history and legends to be found as you have some wicked fun! Seniors, earn your Travelers badge.

Travel across Pennsylvania and take in the natural beauty above ground and underground. Explore at least four caves, and see the difference in commercially changed caves versus those that are still wild! Raft the Youghiogheny River, bike and hike the trails in Ohiopyle State Park. You’ll even visit a natural waterslide! Spend six days out of camp and enjoy traditional camp activities while at camp. Bike provided. Seniors earn your Paddling badge.

Adirondack Adventure*

Tennessee Travelers

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Cape Henlopen*

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$1,520 (Two Weeks)

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$1,420 (Two Weeks)

Hike, backpack, and canoe your way through the wilderness of the beautiful Adirondack Mountains and visit the Lake Placid Olympic Center. Campers will spend six days out of camp. Seniors, earn your Adventure

Travel to Tennessee and visit the Great Smoky Mountains. Explore Cades Cove, visit Dollywood, hike Chimney Tops, go to the Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show, and more! Campers will stay overnight at

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Program housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp and in primitive tents when offsite! Enjoy history and adventure on the beach in Delaware! Learn to windsurf on the bay, stand up paddleboard near the beach, and relax on a water taxi tour. Explore the World

War II Fort Miles site and enjoy disc golf— all while camping on the beach! If you are lucky, you might see the dolphins swimming just off the coast at sunrise! Campers will spend five days at Cape Henlopen. Seniors, earn your Paddling badge. *See swimming prerequisites on page 45.

Maine Mayhem JULY 21–AUGUST 2 $1,590 (Two Weeks) Program housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp and in primitive tents when offsite! Set out on a five-day adventure to the scenic Acadia National Park in Maine. Tour the park by land and sea, climb and hike around this beautiful national treasure, and follow the Acadia Earth cache. You’ll get to explore the first Eastern National Park and travel to the highest point on the North Atlantic seaboard. Campers will camp overnight on their trip at New England campgrounds. Campers will spend seven days out of camp, five in Maine, and two travel days. Seniors, earn your Travelers badge.

Spend a week on the water. Raft and kayak down the Lehigh River and tube down the Delaware River. While at camp, explore the waterways using stand-up paddleboards. It will be one wet week for sure! Seniors, earn your Paddling badge. *See swimming prerequisites on page 45.

Leadership Programs OPTIONAL RAFTING TRIP: 6th Grade and Above: During their first week, campers in these programs can participate in a guided rafting trip down the Lehigh River for an additional $60. Registration and payment for this option occurs on myGS; the required release form is available on CampDoc.

ENTERING GRADES 7–9 IN FALL 2024 Resident Camp Program Aide JULY 7-19 JULY 21–AUGUST 2

AUGUST 4-9

$715 (Two Weeks)

$650 (Full Week)

Are you a returning camper and want to be more involved? During these weeks, you will work as part of a team to design and lead activities for younger campers. Enjoy songs and games while learning about team building, personal growth, and the basics of leading a group of campers. You will fulfill GSEP requirements for the Program Aide Training Course. Girl Scouts will not be able to earn the Program Aide pin at camp but they will complete many of its requirements; LiA and leadership hours will need to be completed independently in order to earn the pin.

Spend a week of adventure at Mosey Wood and beyond! Float down the Delaware River on a tube, climb rock faces at Ralph Stover State Park, and fly down the zip line at camp! Earn a segment of the GSEP Adventure patch.

Mini Escape! AUGUST 4-9

ENTERING GRADES 10–12 IN FALL 2024 Counselor in Training (CIT) II* JULY 21–AUGUST 9 Campers go home weekend of August 2-4 $760 (Three Weeks)

Float, Fly, and Climb

Program housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp and in primitive tents when offsite!

being a successful counselor. During the second two weeks, you will participate in an internship where you will use your skills as a “counselor” for younger campers. Applicants must demonstrate maturity, commitment, leadership potential, and work well with others to create a positive environment. CITs will also enjoy traditional camp activities during their stay. Upon successful completion of this program, campers will earn the CIT I pin.

Have you already earned your CIT I pin and are looking for more experience in a special activity area? If so, then CIT II is for you! Spend three weeks at camp getting a taste of the different program areas offered at camp and figuring out which might be a great fit for you. From art to adventure and everywhere in between, you will gain a new perspective of camp as you look through a staff lens at each of the program areas. Earn your CIT II pin. *Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed CIT I and obtained permission from the camp director.

$690 (Full Week) Programs housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp! Challenge your brain during this week of puzzles. Take trips to two escape rooms and find your way through a maze. Back at camp, challenge yourself to solve lateral thinking riddles and conquer low ropes challenges! You’ll still have plenty of time for traditional camp activities.

River Rats* AUGUST 4-9 $675 (Full Week) Programs housed in Lou’s Lodge when at camp!

ENTERING GRADES 9–12 IN FALL 2024 Counselor in Training (CIT) I JUNE 23–JULY 19 Campers go home the weekend of July 5-7 $990 (Four Weeks) Learn about leadership, safety, risk management, childcare, and all that it takes to be a camp counselor. The first two weeks of this program will focus on leadership skills and tips and tricks for

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Camp Wood Haven Pine Grove, PA 17963 Located alongside the hiking trails of the Appalachian Mountains and 20 minutes from the beautiful sights of Lancaster.

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There’s no place like Camp Wood Haven! Gallop, splash, climb, or dance into summer by exploring the variety of activities that Camp Wood Haven has to offer! Whether you enjoy horseback riding, learning about nature, shooting archery, challenging yourself on our low ropes course, zipping up the tree top ascension element, scaling the climbing wall, finding your inner artist, going on out-of-camp adventures, or gaining leadership skills, we have a program for you! Join us as you make new friends and reconnect with old ones as you enjoy your best summer yet! OPEN HOUSE

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Visit Camp Wood Haven and see what all the excitement is about! Chat with staff as you take a tour of camp and get answers to all your questions.

Swimming: Campers are tested at the beginning of the week and placed in swim groups based on ability. Participation in certain activities requires the appropriate swimming skills. See program descriptions. Campers in Grades 1-5 will have swimming lessons every day. Campers in Grades 6-12 may elect to have swimming lessons or free swims most days.

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FULL WEEK PROGRAMS Drop-off: Sunday, 2-4PM Pick-up: Friday, 4-5PM

HALF WEEK PROGRAMS Drop-off: Sunday, 2-4PM Pick-up: Tuesday, 5PM

VAN TRANSPORTATION Van transportation is available from select locations. Visit gsep.org for more details.

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS Most one-week program sessions live in platform tent style accommodations, unless otherwise specified. Campers may be assigned to live in a platform tent, Adirondack shelter, Conestoga wagon, or a tree house. All accommodations have beds and mattresses (sharing these shelters with three to five other campers). Units are assigned the week prior to camp unless noted in the camp description.

Canoeing, Off-Camp Water Related Trips, Etc: Must have passed American Red Cross level 2 swimming instruction. Horseback Riding: Horseback Riding Questionnaires are included with the confirmation packet to help us determine campers’ skill level. All riders will be assessed during their first trip to the stables. They will be paired with horses and instructors to meet their ability. Riding lessons are weather permitting.* We provide all riders with approved helmets, but all participants must bring appropriate footwear and clothing (long pants, t-shirts—no tank tops at the barn), located in the packing list. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills. For Extreme Equestrians and Wrangler in Training programs, the riders must be at the Intermediate level and must be able to do the following: tack, mount, ride with good position and balance at a walk, trot, jog, and canter, do simple reverses, circles or patterns at a jog or trot without breaking gait, demonstrate correct jumping posture over poles or low cross rails, dismount and lead the horse away unaided, transition from one gait to another smoothly on command, and demonstrate correct jumping over low single fences. Amusement Parks: Some rides at amusement parks require campers to be of a certain height, sometimes as tall as 54 inches. Please ensure your camper is tall enough before signing her up for a program going to an amusement park.

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Camp Wood Haven All camp programs include themed activities, as well as traditional camp activities based on campers’ interests. Girl Scouting is based around girl-led programming and campers will participate in girlplanning to help promote the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Not all the activities listed will be done by campers participating in the half-week program.

Family Programming Dynamic Duo JULY 7-9 Grades K-8 and Adults $275/camper, $150/adult (Half Week) Are you still building the courage to stay at camp alone? Come get to know Camp Wood Haven and enjoy an introductory camp experience for the “two of you.” Hike around camp, sleep in platforms tents, make campfire treats, swim, create crafts together and more. Campers may bring any female adult (age 18 or older) who is special to them. Accompanying adults must be a registered Girl Scout with a completed background check. All adults are expected to support camp staff in supervising their accompanied campers. Earn a special camp patch!

NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR TROOPS!

Wood Haven Adventurers: Troop Camping* JUNE 30–JULY 3 Grades K-8 and Adults $220/camper, $125/adult (Extended Half Week) This program is already discounted and is not eligible for early registration discounts. You asked and we answered! Come take on a summer camp adventure with your troop! Opt in to the summer fun at Camp Wood Haven, where you and your group will be able to choose from a list of activities on the first day to create your own adventure. Plan to splash in the pool, take a creek hike, visit the stables, create crafts, climb or boulder the rock wall, shoot archery and more! Enjoy a special extended halfweek program from Sunday to Wednesday.

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Campers will earn their level-specific Girl Scout Art in the Outdoors badge.

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pool, play in the gaga pit, and take hikes around camp. In the evening, keep the fun going with nail painting, dance parties, stargazing, and a movie night! Meet new friends and have tons of fun experiencing all that camp has to offer. Brownies, earn your My Best Self badge.

JUNE 23-28

Journey into Water

$600 (Full Week)

JULY 14-19

JUNE 23-25

$560 (Full Week)

$300 (Half Week)

Explore the wonders of water by creating informative crafts, promoting recycling at camp, exploring the creek, and more. Brownies, work alongside the camp program aides and earn your WOW! Wonders of Water Journey.

Are you trying to spend your time making a splash in the pool and meeting your new furry friend at the horse stables? Then this is the program for you! Take a ride, learn to groom a horse, play water games, splash in the pool, enjoy a creek lunch, and explore Wood Haven’s "Teardrop Island." You will also have plenty of time to enjoy your camp favorites including s’mores, cookouts, and campfires with your new friends. Brownies, earn your Making Friends badge.

Equestrian Lovers* JULY 21-26 $650 (Full Week) JULY 21-23 $325 (Half Week)

Slumber Party Pals JULY 7-12 $550 (Full Week) JULY 7-9 $275 (Half Week) Grab your stuffed animals, pajamas, and fuzzy slippers and head off to the ultimate slumber party. During the day, boulder the rock wall, swim in the

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Giddy-up, y’all! There’s plenty of horsin’ around for our campers this week. Bring your favorite stuffed pony with you to join in the games, crafts, and a special pony lunch! Visit the on-site stables, where you’ll ride and learn about the horses! When you’re not at the barn, participate in all the other activities camp has to offer. Campers of all riding abilities and both Western and English style are accepted into this program. Riders will need to wear long pants and

acceptable boots (see packing list). If a camper has an ASTM appropriate horseback riding helmet, they may bring their own; otherwise, one will be provided. Brownies, earn your Outdoor Adventure badge and segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills.

Camp Mess-ology JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $550 (Full Week) JULY 28-30 $275 (Half Week) Do you love making messes, building things, and getting dirty? Then this is the week for you! Create your own slime, make mud pies, splash in the creek, learn to build your own fairy houses, and more. Brownies, earn your Think like an Engineer Journey!

Stargazers AUGUST 4-9 $550 (Full Week) AUGUST 4-6 $275 (Half Week) Twinkle, twinkle, little stargazers. Spend the week looking up at the sky and all its dazzling lights! Create your own constellation story and learn to identify other star clusters. Create edible models of the moon and stay up late one night for a star party! Brownies, earn your Space Science Adventurer badge.

ENTERING GRADES 4–5 IN FALL 2024 Junior Equestrian* JUNE 23-28 JULY 7-12 JULY 14-19 JULY 28–AUGUST 2 AUGUST 4-9 $680 (Full Week) Are you read to gain hands-on horse experience at the Wood Haven stables? Come enjoy a progressive riding program where riders spend at least three hours at the barn daily with knowledgeable staff rotating between riding lessons, horse safety,

barn etiquette and stable upkeep. Learn all about horses and improve your riding skills at your own pace. Our riding staff will place you with a group of riders with similar abilities. Weather permitting*, you will have five mounted lessons either in the ring or on the trail. Don’t worry, you’ll also have time to enjoy all the other camp activities you love. Attend one session or come back for multiple, as all skill levels are included each week. Riders will need to wear long pants and acceptable boots (see packing list). If a camper has an ASTM appropriate horseback riding helmet, they may bring their own; otherwise, one will be provided. Juniors, earn the Horseback Riding badge and a segment of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills.

Wood Haven Wizardry JUNE 23-28 AUGUST 4-9

Wood Haven Eras JULY 14-19 $550 (Full Week) JULY 14-16 $275 (Half Week) Do you call yourself a Swiftie? Get ready for a musical week full of your favorite pop star eras. Come spend the week doing all things inspired by T. Swift! Dress like an era every day, make and trade friendship bracelets, show off your knowledge in trivia and more! Spend time doing traditional camp activities, too. Juniors, earn your Social Butterfly and Musician badges.

Junior Camper Sampler JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week) JULY 21-23 $275 (Half Week) Discover what camp is all about! Make new friends while swimming, trying the low-ropes challenge course, archery, cookouts, and arts and crafts. Take a trail

$550 (Full Week) Have you ever wanted to go to Hogwarts? Grab your wand and head to camp! On the first night, you will get sorted into your houses and spend the week earning house points! Take a potions class, defend against the dark arts, discover wildlife birds, learn about astronomy and herbology, and care for magical creatures. Eat a meal in the Great Hall and try your hand at Quidditch. When you are not practicing wizardry skills, participate in all the other activities camp has to offer. Juniors, earn your Flowers badge.

Shooting Stars JULY 7-12 $560 (Full Week) Are you in love with the night sky? Are you a night owl? Camp has lots of opportunities for evening adventures! Enjoy late night snacks, “glow” fun, and take a night hike to learn about nocturnal critters. You’ll help make camp come alive at night. Spend the rest of your time taking part in camp’s daytime activities. Juniors, earn your Space Science Investigator and Animal Habitats badges.

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Camp Wood Haven ride and even explore our creek! Not ready for a full week? Join us for our half week option instead! Cook on a campfire, take a nature hike, play games, and more. Juniors, earn your Outdoor Journey. Half-week campers will earn their Camper badge.

Little Camp on the Prairie JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $560 (Full Week) Ready to turn back the time and see what the past is all about? Spend the week dressing up like people from the past and learn about how they lived. Make your own butter and ice cream and have an old-fashioned cookout over a campfire. Campers will stay the week in the Conestoga wagons. Juniors, earn your Playing With the Past badge.

ENTERING GRADES 6–8 IN FALL 2024 Equestrian Adventure* JUNE 23-28 JULY 7-12 JULY 14-19 JULY 28–AUGUST 2

AUGUST 4-9 $680 (Full Week) New to riding, advanced rider, or just love horses? Are you ready to gain hands-on horse experience at the Wood Haven stables? Come enjoy a progressive riding program where riders spend at least three hours at the barn daily with knowledgeable staff rotating between riding lessons, horse safety, barn etiquette and stable upkeep. Learn all about horses and improve your riding skills at your own pace. Our riding staff will place you with a group of riders with similar abilities. Weather permitting*, you will have five mounted lessons either in the ring or on the trail. Don’t worry, you’ll also have time to enjoy all the other camp activities you love. Attend one session or come back for multiple, as all skill levels are included each week. Riders will need to wear long pants and acceptable boots (see packing list). If a camper has an ASTM appropriate horseback riding helmet, they may bring their own; otherwise, one will be provided. Earn segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills.

Girl on Fire JUNE 23-28 AUGUST 4-9 $575 (Full Week) What would you do if you were lost in Panem? Travel to a world where survival skills are explored and encouraged. Focus on outdoor survival such as self defense, archery, first aid, building shelters in the woods, creek exploration, finding edible plants, and other surprising challenges. Enjoy your nights high above camp in the trees at Birdsong, Wood Haven’s tree house unit. Enrich your days with climbing adventures, swimming, and even sleep under the stars one night. Come join us in the arena for the competition! Cadettes, earn your Cadette First Aid and Archery badges.

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levels are welcome in the ring! Work on horse care, grooming, and general knowledge. Campers will take care of their own horse during the two weeks they are at camp. Riders will need to wear long pants and acceptable boots (see packing list). If a camper has an ASTM appropriate horseback riding helmet, they may bring their own; otherwise, one will be provided. Earn a segment of the GSEP Equestrian patch.

Night Watch JUNE 30–JULY 5 $550 (Full Week) Do you consider yourself a night owl? Enjoy all the excitement of camp with an after-dark twist. Participate in night hikes, stargazing, evening swims, movies, glow games, Tajar tricks, midnight munchies, and pajama breakfasts. We will have some daytime activities as well, so plan on sleeping a little at night! Cadettes, earn your Night Owl and Space Science Researcher badges.

Half Bloods Training Camp JUNE 30–JULY 6 $575 (Full Week) Do you have what it takes for the ultimate demigoddess training camp? Try your hand at this exciting week and see how you stack up against your favorite gods and goddesses. While at camp, practice your archery skills, learn some martial arts, ride a horse, climb the tree element, rock climb, and more. Travel out of camp to do some hiking, rope climbing, and water challenges. Cadettes, earn your Archery badge and segments of the GSEP Adventure and Waterfront patches.

Amusement Park Mania JUNE 30–JULY 5 $725 (Full Week) If you can’t get enough of roller coasters and log flumes, we have just the program to get your adrenaline pumping! Visit Hershey Park, Dorney Park, and Knoebels. When you aren’t out riding roller coasters, enjoy all the traditional activities camp has to offer.

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Let's Get Sewing

$1,350 (Two Weeks)

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If one week of riding isn’t enough, come to camp for two weeks to improve your riding skills. Horseback riders of all experience

$1,100 (Two Weeks)

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Calling all budding seamstresses! This is two week’s worth of fabric fun. Learn the

basics of sewing both on the machine and just with a needle and thread! Take a trip to a fabric store to pick out fabric to create a project of your choosing. This program welcomes new and seasoned sewists! Cadettes, earn your Textile Artist badge.

Hoof Swap!* JULY 7-19 $1,350 (Two Weeks) Love horses and want to try it all? Spend two weeks at camp and get to meet all our camp horses! Your first week will be at Wood Haven learning to ride English style, then your second week will be at Laughing Waters learning to ride western. Spend the weekend getting to know the campers you are swapping with! Earn segments of the GSEP Horseback Riding patch. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills.

Up, Up, & Away! JULY 21-26 $560 (Full Week) Looking for an aerial view of camp scenery? Spend your days above the ground on the low ropes challenge course, climbing wall, and the new tree climbing element. Enjoy your nights high above camp in the trees at Birdsong, Wood Haven’s tree house unit. Head off camp to discover the ropes challenges at another GSEP camp. Learn how to navigate through both the water and the woods as you seek the hidden treasures up in the trees and out on the trails. Earn a segment of the GSEP Adventure patch.

Pitch It! JULY 21-26 $550 (Full Week) Think you have what it takes to live in the woods? Come to this week of camp and find out! Challenge yourself to harvest and treat water to make it potable, create and sleep in your own shelter, light a fire without matches and plan your one-night challenge. Learn basic navigation with a map and compass, first aid treatments, and ways to keep yourself healthy in the woods. Cadettes, earn your Primitive Camper badge.

Tails & Trails JULY 21–AUGUST 2 $1,300 (Two Weeks) Ready for your next horseback riding adventure?! During this two-week program, try your hand at different styles of horseback riding, learn more about caring for a horse, take a trip out of camp to a horse show or rodeo, and even have your very own horse show at camp. Weather permitting*, you'll get mounted lessons in the ring and on the trail! Riders will need to wear long pants and acceptable boots (see packing list). If a camper has an ASTM appropriate horseback riding helmet, they may bring their own; otherwise, one will be provided. Earn a segment of the GSEP Equestrian patch. Campers will stay the weekend. *Extreme heat, thunderstorms and excessive rain are reviewed and considered daily to ensure the safety of all riders and horses. If needed, alternate educational

ground lessons are provided to campers to continue working on their equestrian skills.

Happy Hikers JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $575 (Full Week) Wanna be a backpacker but don’t know how? Spend a week learning the steps necessary for backpacking. Try your hand at hiking by going on small day hikes around PA. Hiking around the lake at Sweet Arrow Park, a portion of the Appalachian trail, and Hawk Mountain! You will even spend a night in our primitive campsite. Cadettes earn their Eco-Trekker badge and Primitive Camper badge.

CSI AUGUST 4-9 $600 (Full Week)

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Camp Wood Haven Solve the misdeeds and mysteries of camp! Learn about fingerprinting, interpreting blood splatter, and observing the small but potentially significant details of a crime scene. Practice performing interrogations and learn how to identify if someone is lying or not. Take a trip out of camp to Eastern State Penitentiary. When you’re not solving a crime, experience all the activities camp has to offer. Cadettes, earn your Special Agent badge.

Level or above. Riders will need to wear long pants and acceptable boots (see packing list). If a camper has an ASTM appropriate horseback riding helmet, they may bring their own; otherwise, one will be provided. Earn segments of the GSEP Equestrian patch. *See riding prerequisites on page 53.

Water Warriors JULY 14-19 $610 (Full Week)

ENTERING GRADES 8–12 IN FALL 2024 Chillin' Out JUNE 23-28 JULY 28–AUGUST 2 $550 (Full Week) The school year can be stressful, but camp is the perfect place to chill out! Design your very own summer getaway as you make your own schedule. Sleep in, hang out at the pool, climb to the top of the wall, express yourself in arts and crafts, aim for the bullseye, and discover the breathtaking views at the 501 Lookout. Don’t forget to plan a trip to play mini golf and get some ice cream! Cadettes, earn your Finding My Voice—Mental Wellness patch!

Summertime Sampler

Would you rather be in the water? Escape the summer heat and travel to Camp Wood Haven. Spend time at Sweet Arrow Lake canoeing and hiking, go rafting down the Lehigh River, have a pool cookout, take a creek hike, and participate in water wars. When not getting soaked, enjoy all the other activities camp has to offer. Seniors, earn your Paddling badge and a segment of the GSEP Waterfront patches.

On the Road Again! JULY 21-26 $625 (Full Week) Do you want to spend time at camp and go on daily mini adventures? Using Camp Wood Haven as your home base, visit the Turkey Hill Experience, tour the Crystal Caves and explore Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. While not traveling, you will enjoy many more exciting activities at camp!

JUNE 30–JULY 5 $550 (Full Week) Head to camp for a week of fun! Enjoy the chance to pick which activities you want to fill your day with: pool time, archery, crafts, and more. Even plan a local trip outside camp with your group! Head to free choice each morning and select from the rotating activities specifically designed for our older campers. This is a week you do not want to miss!

Extreme Equestrians* JULY 7-12

Saddles, Paddles & Arrows JULY 21-26 $560 (Full Week) Spend a day canoeing the wetlands at Sweet Arrow Lake, enjoy a horseback riding lesson and a trail ride, and spend extra time at the archery range improving your skills. End the week with a “mini” Wood Haven-style triathlon (archery, swimming, wall climbing). Who will win? Also, enjoy all the great activities at camp. Earn a segment of the GSEP Waterfront, Adventure and Archery patches.

$680 (Full Week) Are you an experienced horseback rider looking to spend time refining your riding skills? Join us this week for an extreme week of horseback riding. End your week with a program riding competition. When you are not at the barn, participate in traditional camp activities. Campers in this program must be able to ride at the Intermediate

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Riding Thru History AUGUST 4-9

and explore historic Gettysburg! Back at camp, take part in the riding program, shoot archery, swim, and more. There is no riding prerequisite for this program.

Leadership Programs ENTERING GRADES 7–9 IN FALL 2024 Resident Camp Program Aide JULY 7-19 $720 (Two Weeks) Are you a returning camper who wants to be more involved? During your two weeks, work as a team to design and lead resident camp events for younger campers. Explore several activities, including camp crafts, games, songs, outdoor education and more. Enjoy theme days and special events, and learn about team building, personal growth, and leadership basics. Fulfill the GSEP requirements for the Program Aide Leadership Course. Pending the ability to support the Brownies in their journey requirements, campers will earn their PA pin. Campers will stay the weekend.

$700 (Full Week) Giddy up! Spend a night in Gettysburg, the site of the largest Civil War battle, and one of the most haunted places in the United States. Ride the battlefield (weather permitting)

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Take Charge* JULY 21–AUGUST 2 $715 (Two Weeks)

This program is designed for campers who have taken Camp Program Aide and want to continue their experience—you can even take it more than once! Complete a separate application and provide references and proof of successful completion of their Program Aide Pin. During your two weeks at camp, fine-tune the skills you learned in your Camp Program Aide training as you continue your work with younger campers and cultivate your leadership skills. Choose areas of special interest—the barn, pool, arts & crafts, nature, team-building—and spend time learning new skills. *Prerequisite: Successful completion of Camp Program Aide. Campers will stay the weekend.

During the second two weeks, participate in an internship where you can use your skills as a “counselor” for younger campers. CITs must demonstrate maturity, commitment, leadership potential, and be able to work well with others to create a positive environment. CITs will also enjoy traditional camp activities during their stay. Upon successful completion of this program, Campers will earn the CIT I Pin and American Red Cross First Aid & CPR.

ENTERING GRADES 10–12 IN FALL 2024 Counselor in Training (CIT) II* JULY 21–AUGUST 9

Wrangler in Training* JULY 21–AUGUST 9 Campers will go home between weeks 1 & 2 $1,000 (Three Weeks)

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of Camp Program Aide, Take Charge and/or CIT. Also, you must have at least three years of horse experience at camp or the equivalent in overall riding experience year-round.

This program is designed for campers who have taken Camp Program Aide, Take Charge and/or CIT and want to continue their experience—specifically at the stables! Shadow the riding staff and refine your horsemanship. Expand your knowledge of horse care, assist younger riders, and learn the ins and outs of barn management. Learn to create and teach a barn lesson with assistance from our knowledgeable barn staff. Don’t worry, you will still have time for traditional camp activities and a few riding lessons for yourself. *Prerequisite: Successful completion

Campers will go home between weeks 1 & 2 $760 (Three Weeks) Have you already earned your CIT I pin and are looking for more experience in a special activity area? If so, then CIT II is for you! Spend three weeks at camp getting a taste of the different program areas offered at camp and figure out which might be a great fit for you. From art to adventure and everywhere in between, you will gain a new perspective of camp as you look through a staff lens at each of the program areas. *Prerequisite: Must have successfully completed CIT I and obtained permission from the camp director. Earn your CIT II pin.

Spring/Summer 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Philly Camp is back for Summer 2024 Calling all girls in grades 4-12! Get ready for another summer of adventure, friendship, and unforgettable memories! Join us for year two of Girl Scouts Philly Camp, where girls become leaders, nature is our playground, and every day is a new adventure. Philly Camp will be back with even more weeks at locations across Philadelphia! Embark on adventures in your local neighborhood, explore the world of STEM through outdoor art projects, and take action as a Girl Scout to make your community a better place. Stay tuned for more details and be the first to register for a summer of growth, learning, and pure fun! Scan the QR code to join our mailing list to be the first to know when Girl Scouts Philly Camp registration* opens. *This camp is free and open to both current Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts. Must be a resident of the City of Philadelphia.

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Trading Post The Trading Post (TP) is your headquarters for camp swag, last minute camp needs, and fun stuff too! Campers practice the financial skills they’ve learned—budgeting, comparison shopping, and more! Here’s everything you need to know for shopping at the Trading Posts during camp.

Day Camps Day campers visit the Trading Post once a week. Counselors send home a flyer on Mondays with what’s available and directions for sending money with your camper. Day campers can use cash, Cookie Dough, or Gift Certificates for their purchases.

Resident Camps Resident campers visit the TP at least once during the camp week and must make TP Deposits for purchases made Monday–Thursday. All TP Deposits should be made in myGS or our shops at least two weeks in advance of your camp start date. • Deposits travel with your camper across weeks or camps! There’s no need to pick your camp week when making your deposit in myGS. • At pickup, campers are informed of their available balance. You can visit the Trading Post during pickup to use up your balance. • Deposits are not refundable. When summer ends, we’ll email you with your available balance and give you some options for using it. The Trading Post is also open during drop-off and pick-up for families to shop together. Our staff will not be able to answer your questions during drop-off; please send any questions you may have to memberservices@gsep.org with the subject line “Trading Post.”

How-To Use Cookie Dough at the Trading Post: • Day Campers—send a note instead of cash with the amount to spend. The TP staff will apply the Cookie Dough to the purchase. • Resident Campers—complete your transaction at one of our shops or email memberservices@gsep.org with the subject line “Cookie Dough for Trading Post” to let us know how much you want to reserve for use at Trading Posts.

Use your Trading Post balance from a previous year: You don’t have to do anything! Your balance is still available.

Use Trading Post Deposits at Day Camps: Indicate on your envelope that your camper has a TP Deposit. Our staff will confirm and apply the TP Deposit to the purchase.

Use a Gift Certificate from previous years for a TP Deposit: Visit a shop or email shop@gsep.org with the subject “Gift Certificate for Trading Post.” Please include a picture of the Gift Certificate or the GC number found in the lower right corner of the certificate.

Spring/Summer 2024

Girl Scouts Save more! Groups of 10+ unlock these perks: • Groups may receive up to 40% on select Broadway, Orchestra, and Kimmel Campus Presents performances.* • Orders of 20+ tickets may qualify for (1) complimentary group leader ticket. • Ask about special meet-and-greet opportunities and Girl Scout patches!

SEASON HIGHLIGHTS THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA

BROADWAY SERIES

Elf in Concert December 22–23, 2023

DISNEY’S FROZEN March 21–April 7, 2024

BROADWAY SERIES

THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA

Cirque Dreams Holidaze December 26–31, 2023

Music from Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons April 6, 2024

PHILADANCO! Director’s Choice April 12–14, 2024

Experience extraordinary performances while developing girls’ leadership!

BROADWAY SERIES

Ain’t Too Proud January 3–21, 2024

KIMMEL CAMPUS PRESENTS

PHILADANCO! Director’s Choice April 12–14, 2024

Disney’s Frozen March 21–April 7, 2024

THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA

The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra February 10, 2024

KIMMEL CAMPUS PRESENTS

Chloé Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies: LIVE! April 13, 2024

THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA

The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra February 10, 2024

Contact Group Sales today to book your next outing! 215.790.5883 or groupsales@KimmelCulturalCampus.org * Discounted rates may vary based on performance date and time. Group minimum may vary by performance. ** Not included in Family Discovery Series. Photos: Deen Van Meer, Joan Marcus

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From visiting our latest traveling exhibitions to making working circuits, your Girl Scouts are sure to have fun earning a variety of badges! readingpublicmuseum.org 610.371.5850 x227 500 Museum Road • Reading, PA 19611 rebeka.birch@readingpublicmuseum.org

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Luella is on the move! Host a PopUp shop in your community or at your next troop meeting. Email luella@gsep.org to schedule.

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Camp Scholarships & Financial Aid Thanks to the generosity of our donors, financial assistance for GSEP summer camps is available to all girls who qualify.

Step 1: Financial aid applicants are required to register and pay a $50 deposit using the myGS system to secure your camper's spot.

Funds for financial aid as well as camp scholarships are available and awarded on a first come, first served basis. We encourage you to apply early for the best chance of securing funds.

Step 2: After securing a spot, a general financial aid or campership application MUST be submitted in order for your request to be completed. Please see application links below:

Girl Scouts Get Started general financial aid assistance is a one-time only benefit. Regular participation in the Cookie Program enables girls to continue their Girl Scout experience now and in years to come by earning Cookie Dough that can be used for membership renewal, program and camp registration, and to get their Girl Scout gear at GSEP shops and camp Trading Posts. As girls grow, so do their opportunities to earn older girl credits that can be used for travel, membership, and to support their GS Silver and Gold Award projects.

gsep.org/en/get-involved/financial-aid.html Please allow at least a four-week turnaround time from the date your application was submitted. You will be notified by email of acceptance and aid amount.

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gsEvents | Tips and Tricks Check out the event tab in your myGS Account for all important event details.

1. Use our council event calendar or event list on gsep.org for direct links to registration.

3. Event registration screen not allowing you to complete your purchase?

You can find our event calendar by going to gsep.org > Events > Event Calendar and clicking on the event and then the green title to register!

Don’t forget that you must ALWAYS check the box on the right-hand side of the screen to accept the Girl Scout Promise and Law—every time you submit an event registration!

Additionally, you can find events using our event listing by going to gsep.org > Events > Event List. Then, find the event you are looking for and click on the green title to register!

2. When using the events search feature in gsEvents, always use the zip code associated with the location where the program is taking place. Why? The search feature within gsEvents is based off of the zip code associated with the location of the event (even virtual events have a zip code—see *note below). If you search using YOUR zip code, your search will result in programs only around you, causing you to miss out on opportunities that may interest you! For example, say an event is happening at Camp Mosey Wood and you input YOUR zip code to search— if you live farther than 90 miles from camp, you will not be able to see that event when you search for an event within gsEvents. *Virtual Events use the zip code of our Shelly Ridge Service Center—19444 Events hosted at our camp locations will be associated with the zip code for the camp address: » Laughing Waters—19525

4. Events Offered by Other Councils If you live within 90 miles of another Girl Scout council, you may see events offered by other councils if you do a zip code event search. If that council is inviting members from outside their council to participate, you are very welcome to register and participate! You can select “view only events in my council” when you search for events in myGS to see only Girl Scouts of Eastern PA events.

5. Register for multiple events at once! gsEvents allows you to add multiple events to your cart and check out all at once! Simply find the events you would like to register for and individually add them to your cart. Then, when you are done adding events, go back to your cart and checkout! Optional search parameters: Keyword—we recommend using quotes around your keyword, which will only return events with the quoted words. Date range—you can list the same date in both range text boxes if you are searching for an event on a specific date. Event focus—this search filter allows you to quickly find the specific type of event you’re looking for (ex: Highest Awards).

» Mosey Wood—18661 » Mountain House—18103 » Shelly Ridge—19444

Grade level—this parameter will limit your search results to those that match the grade(s) selected.

» Wood Haven—17963 » Valley Forge—19481

Need assistance with event registration? Give us a call at 215-564-2030 or email us at memberservices@gsep.org. Our Customer Care team would be happy to assist you.

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Take the Lead

Take the Lead is GSEP’s signature fundraising event series, held annually in Berks County, the Lehigh Valley, and Greater Philadelphia. Unique to GSEP, Take the Lead is a girl-led event that enables girls and women from the community to forge long-lasting mentoring relationships designed to teach girls the skills they’ll need to become the leaders of tomorrow. As always, our Girl Scouts are the stars of the show, serving in many capacities including hosts, emcees, chorus, and presenters. Take the Lead supports GSEP’s programs, which encourage girls to discover a strong sense of self, connect with others, and take action to improve their communities. Registration is now open for a variety of Take the Lead roles available for girls in grades 2-12. Choose the girl leadership opportunity you are most interested in. Cost of the program is $5 per girl, which includes a Take the Lead patch and rocker, snack at the rehearsal, and dinner at a Take the Lead event. The dates for the events are listed and there will be an additional rehearsal prior to each event. Check out gsep.org for details.

Greater Philadelphia Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Vie | 600 N. Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 Rehearsal: Tuesday, February 20, 2024 (tentative)

Berks County Wednesday, April 3, 2024 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Reading | 701 Penn St, Reading, PA 19606 Rehearsal: Sunday, March 24, 2024

Lehigh Valley Tuesday, April 23, 2024 ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks | 25 W. Third St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 Rehearsal: Monday, April 8, 2024

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GSEP Regional & Partner Led Programs Registration opens December 15, 2023, through your myGS Account

Programs at Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP) fall into one of four categories: STEM, Outdoor, Life Skills, or Entrepreneurship. These are the four national program pillars that girls across the country enjoy as Girl Scouts, and at GSEP, we are proud to offer! 68 NOT A GIRL SCOUT? JOIN TODAY!

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Check out the event tab in your myGS Account for all important event details.

Grade Level Guide Daisies (K-1)

endurance with Byrnes Health. Juniors, earn your Practice with a Purpose badge.

MARCH 2024 EVENTS

Brownies (2-3)

MEdia

Juniors (4-5)

MARCH 1, 9AM-3PM

Cadettes (6-8) Seniors (9-10) Ambassadors (11-12)

All troops must meet girl-adult ratios for their group. Individual girls must be accompanied by a registered adult. All adults must have a satisfactory background check on file to participate in the program.

JANUARY 2024 EVENTS

Fueling My Special Body JANUARY 24, 6-7PM Virtual Grades: 2-3 Cost: $12/girl Focus on the digestive system, how the body processes and uses food, and good nutrition. Get to know your body, eat and play in a healthy way, and find out how your body works with Byrnes Health. Brownies, earn your My Best Self badge.

FEBRUARY 2024 EVENTS

Health Hearts—Practice with a Purpose FEBRUARY 21, 6-7PM Virtual Grades: 4-5 Cost: $12/girl Explore the five components of physical fitness: cardiovascular fitness, strength, endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Learn the importance of setting an athletic goal and building strength and

Lower Bucks County Grades: 6-8 Cost: $40/girl FREE/adult How does media influence you? We will take a look and monitor the role that media has in your everyday life. You will then take to the screens and influence the media around you to make the world a better place. Together with your sister Girl Scouts you will promise to cultivate a change in your everyday life to make a positive change in how you use MEdia. Please bring a packed lunch with you. Includes Cadette Journey: MEdia.

STEAM into History MARCH 2, 10AM-1PM National Canal Museum Easton, PA Grades: 4-8 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Come learn about the different science principles, technological advances, and engineering feats that helped create and operate the canal system that once moved tons of coal from Jim Thorpe to Easton and beyond. Learn about the engineering required to create and operate the canal: simple machines, aqueducts, waterpower, friction, buoyancy and more. You will put these principles to work by building your own model wooden boat to take home. This program is very hands-on and participant dependent, so make sure to pack your curiosity and come ready to take an active part in your learning experience. Includes a STEM fun patch.

GSEP Journey Weekend and Tubing

Craft and Tinker Badge Day

MARCH 1, 7PM–MARCH 3, 10AM

MARCH 3 10AM-12PM (Daisies & Brownies) 1-3PM (Juniors)

Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: 4-8 Cost: $110/girl $75/adult Come to Camp Mosey Wood to experience the outdoors and spend your day thinking like an engineer! Juniors will create a paper structure that withstands the weight of heavy books, get outside to create an emergency shelter in the woods, and make a prototype of a structure that can withstand the shaking of an earthquake. Cadettes will create a life vest for a dog and test it for buoyancy, explore how nature can inspire a cabin model design, and make a prototype for a prosthetic leg for an elephant. Each girl will go home that day with an idea of how she can take action in her own community. At the end of the day, after the brain power has been exhausted, it is time to fly down the tubing hill at the local ski resort! Includes Friday snack, all meals Saturday, Sunday breakfast, housing in heated cabins, Think Like an Engineer Journey, and snow tubing pass. Transportation between camp and the tubing hill is the responsibility of the troop.

Camp Shelly Ridge Miquon (Lafayette Hill), PA Grades: K-5 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult

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Spark your inner problem solver and craft solutions while exploring the art of tinkering! Have fun with endless handson activities and let your imagination run wild. Earn your Craft and Tinker badge.

Mental Health for Me and You

Wildlands Trailblazing MARCH 16, 11AM-2PM

MARCH 9, 10:30AM-12PM Camp Mountain House Allentown, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $12/girl FREE/adult The Mental Wellness Patch Program equips you to practice self-care, cope with difficult situations, and help yourself and others. Connect with your friends and discuss how we can be better for each other. Cadettes, earn your Finding My Voice patch. Seniors and Ambassadors, earn your Showing Up for Me and You patch.

Wildlands Conservancy Emmaus, PA Grades: 6-8 Cost: $33/girl FREE/adult Grab your backpack and get ready for an adventure! With the Wildlands Conservancy you will learn everything you need to know for a trailblazing adventure! Prepare your body and teamwork skills, and create a menu fit for the trail. You will learn how to take a safe and fun overnight backpacking trip! Cadettes, earn your Trailblazing badge.

Girltopia

Maker Day: Craft and Tinker— Junior

MARCH 9, 10:30AM-3:30PM

MARCH 16, 1-4PM

Girls Empowered at Salam United Church of Christ Doylestown, PA

Camp Valley Forge Valley Forge, PA

Grades: 9-12 Cost: $24/girl FREE/adult Do you think we live in a utopian society? Do you ever wish girls and the rest of society had a different experience? Join the staff of Girls Empowered and your sister Girl Scouts in exploring current issues that affect girls and the rest of society. Examine your own ideas and values about life and the world, learn about ethics and how to make ethical decisions that are relevant to your life. You’ll use what you learn during the first half of the session to create an artistic representation of a combined worldview through either a mural, song, or a play! Please bring a packed lunch. Includes Girltopia Journey award.

Maker Day: Craft and Tinker— Daisy/Brownie MARCH 16, 9AM-12PM Camp Valley Forge Valley Forge, PA OR Jersey College Plaza Jenkintown, PA Grades: K-3 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult

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OR Jersey College Plaza Jenkintown, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult Are you ready to unleash your crafting superpowers? Create something incredible with care and skill, and then take it to the next level! Take part in an engaging day of hands-on activities that open up a world of endless possibilities. Juniors, earn your Craft and Tinker badge.

Cyber Detectives

Reading, PA Grades: K-1 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult Start your engines! Select and sketch unique features for your dream vehicle as you explore transportation and mobility. Then, watch it come to life as you sculpt it with your own hands! Daisies, earn your Automotive Design badge.

Brownie Journey in a Day: World of Girls MARCH 23, 9AM-3PM Roosevelt Library Media, PA Grades: 2-3 Cost: $30/girl FREE/adult Join your sister Girl Scouts on a journey around the globe. As you learn about girls around the world, get inspired by their stories to make the world a better place. Please bring a packed lunch with you. Includes Brownie Journey: A World of Girls.

MARCH 20, 6-7:30PM

Climbing Adventures: Daisy/ Brownie

Virtual

MARCH 23, 9:30AM-11AM

Grades: 6-12 Cost: $5/girl

Doylestown Rock Gym Doylestown, PA

Explore the inner workings of cybersecurity on this totally cool journey through cyberspace! Become a detective by spotting potential threats, breaking codes, and solving puzzles to keep people safe online. Earn your Cybersecurity badge.

Grades: K-3 Cost: $23/girl FREE/adult

Automotive Design MARCH 23, 9AM-12PM Schlegel Park Field House

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Ready, set, adventure! Check out the Doylestown Rock Gym and challenge yourself to try something new as you boulder across their gym walls. You’ll leave feeling confident in your new climbing skills. Helmets will be provided and must be worn. Includes Climbing Adventure badge.

Learn Jiu-Jitsu for Self-Defense MARCH 23, 2-3:30PM Zombie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Allentown, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $10/girl FREE/adult Join us for a 1.5 hour self-defense seminar using jiu-jitsu techniques! Designed for beginners, this brief introduction to jiu-jitsu will cover 5 basic movement sequences that can be used to keep yourself safe: headlock escape, escaping a mounted opponent, getting back to your feet safely, choke defense, and breaking free of grips. We will also discuss what jiu-jitsu is and have live demonstrations. Troop leaders and parents are welcome to step on the mat and participate as well.

Nourish to Flourish MARCH 27, 6-7PM Virtual Grades: 6-8 Cost: $12/girl Explore a balanced approach to overall wellness—like body image and importance of dietary guidelines—and how these

factors impact healthy nutritional choices. Learn how good nutrition and the food you eat affects your body with Byrnes Health. Cadettes, earn your Eating for You badge.

APRIL 2024 EVENTS

CLW Work Weekend APRIL 5, 7PM–APRIL 7, 11AM Camp Laughing Waters Gilbertsville, PA Grades: 4-12 Cost: $15/girl $15/adult Winter is over and camp needs some fixing up to get ready for spring and summer fun! Help sweep out tents, clear off trails, and organize supplies. At the end of a hard day’s work, celebrate with a campfire on Saturday night. You’ll have time to hike, play, and enjoy the natural beauty of camp. Bring work gloves, shoes you don’t mind getting dirty, and your elbow grease! Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can earn hours towards their Service to Girl Scouting Bar. Includes all accommodations and meals.

Work Day at Camp Shelly Ridge APRIL 6, 9AM-3PM Camp Shelly Ridge Miquon (Lafayette Hill), PA Grades: 4-12 Cost: $5/girl $5/adult As the snow melts and the flowers begin to bloom, Camp Shelly Ridge is getting ready for campers to return! Help set up our tent unit, take a hike to clear a trail and make the unit shelters sparkle for spring! You’ll have time to hike, play, and enjoy the natural beauty of camp before ending the day around the campfire with s’mores. Bring lunch, work gloves, shoes you don’t mind getting dirty, and your elbow grease! Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can earn hours towards their Service to Girl Scouting Bar.

Empowered Eats APRIL 6, 10AM-12PM Fox Chase Nutrition Philadelphia, PA Grades: 9-12 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Embark on your own journey of empowered

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put these principles to work by building your own model wooden boat to take home. This program is very hands-on and participant dependent, so make sure to pack your curiosity and come ready to take an active part in your learning experience. Includes a STEM fun patch.

Night Sky

You are the Change

Explore your knowledge and understanding of the great night sky. We will discover more about our solar system, identify and create our own constellation, take a closer look at the moon and its phases, and stay up to observe the night sky to see how many constellations you can find! Daisies, earn your Space Science Explorer badge. Brownies, earn your Space Science Adventurer badge.

APRIL 6, 10:30AM-3:30PM Girls Empowered at Salam United Church of Christ Doylestown, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $24/girl FREE/adult Join the staff of Girls Empowered and fellow Girl Scouts to explore how you can change your community. On this journey, you will explore how powerful various women have been throughout history, and explore how your own individual powers can be linked together to create a powerful team. You will learn leadership, team building, and decision-making skills. You will use these skills to create a Take Action project to solve a problem in your community. Please bring a packed lunch. Includes Agent of Change Journey award.

Senior Textile Artists APRIL 6, 11AM-1PM Banana Factory Bethlehem, PA

eating! Learn all about healthy eating, sustainable foods, and pioneering creative ways to enjoy the culinary arts. Seniors, earn your Locavore badge. Ambassadors, earn your Dinner Party badge.

STEAM into History APRIL 6, 10AM-1PM National Canal Museum Easton, PA Grades: 4-8 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Come learn about the different science principles, technological advances, and engineering feats that helped create and operate the canal system that once moved tons of coal from Jim Thorpe to Easton and beyond. Learn about the engineering required to create and operate the canal: simple machines, aqueducts, waterpower, friction, buoyancy and more. You will

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Grades: 9-10 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult When you see all the colors and textures of fabrics and yarns, do you dream up a million things to do with them? Get ready to turn those visions into reality as you meet with artists, learn about the world of textile arts, and make two projects in the craft that most inspires you to pick up your needles, loom, or spinning wheel! Seniors, earn your Textile Artist badge.

IceWorks APRIL 6, 2-4PM IceWorks Skating Complex Aston, PA Grades: 4-12 Cost: $15/girl $15/adult Show off your skating skills or try the ice for the first time with a provided coach. Come as an individual or with your troop for a fun afternoon of skating at IceWorks! Skates are included with registration.

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APRIL 6, 2PM–APRIL 7, 11AM Camp Laughing Waters Gilbertsville, PA Grades: K-3 Cost: $40/girl $15/adult

Junior Geocaching APRIL 7, 11AM-2PM Wildlands Conservancy Emmaus, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $33/girl FREE/adult Pick up a GPS and start your geocaching adventure with the Wildlands Conservancy! Learn how to use a GPS receiver and go on a geocaching adventure. You will make a trade item and learn how to participate in a bug’s travel. Juniors, earn your Geocacher badge.

Spring Fest Creators APRIL 7, 1PM-3PM Camp Laughing Waters Gilbertsville, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Are you an older Girl Scout who can't wait to get back to camp after a cold winter? Come plan Spring Fest for younger Girl Scouts! During this planning event, you will learn specific details about volunteer roles, and help plan activities! Earn Service to Girl Scouting hours between Spring Fest Creators and Spring Fest through a variety of leadership, planning, and facilitating opportunities. Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors only need to register for Spring Fest Creators to be able to attend both Spring Fest Creators and Spring Fest. Includes snack at planning session and a pizza lunch prior to Spring Fest.

Beautiful Bugs APRIL 9, 6-7:30PM Virtual

Grades: 2-3 Cost: $5/girl Tap into the world of critters that crawl, fly, and jump! Learn about insects big, small, and everything in between—and how they benefit the environments we live in. Brownies, earn your Bugs badge.

Climbing Adventures: Junior APRIL 13, 9AM-11AM Doylestown Rock Gym Doylestown, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $23/girl FREE/adult Ready, set, adventure! Challenge yourself to try something new as you boulder across rock gym walls. You’ll be introduced to the basics of bouldering and top rope climbing, as well as basic safety skills. Leave feeling confident in your new climbing skills. Helmets will be provided and must be worn. Includes Doylestown Rock Gym patch.

Free as a Bird APRIL 13, 10AM-12PM Camp Mountain House Allentown, PA Grades: K-3 Cost: $12/girl FREE/adult Calling all bird watchers! Want to help the birds get ready for spring? Make bird feeders to help the traveling birds and birds who are making nests. Daisies and Brownies,

earn your Design with Nature badge.

Space Science APRIL 13, 5-9PM

Eco Warriors APRIL 13, 1-4PM Camp Valley Forge Valley Forge, PA Grades: K-3 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Get ready to explore the outdoors at Camp Valley Forge and become a wildlife hero! Learn to keep campfires safe and protect nature. Become a trash-busting eco-warrior and make meaningful differences for our planet! Daisies and Brownies, earn your Eco badge.

Mountain House Work Afternoon APRIL 13, 1-4PM Camp Mountain House Allentown, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $3/girl $3/adult Camp’s been resting and needs some fixing up to get ready for spring and summer fun! Help clear trails and organize supplies. At the end of a hard day’s work, we will celebrate with a campfire snack! Bring work gloves, shoes you don’t mind getting dirty, and your elbow grease! Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors can earn hours towards their Service to Girl Scouting Bar.

Camp Valley Forge Valley Forge, PA Grades: K-3 Cost: $50/girl $30/adult Observe the moon and meet the dazzling stars as you venture into an evening at Camp Valley Forge. Embark on an astronomical adventure that'll leave you starry-eyed and full of wonder! Daisies and Brownies, earn your Space Science badge.

Safety First APRIL 17, 6-7PM Virtual Grades: K-1 Cost: $12/girl Learn how to keep your body safe and healthy! You will practice safety precautions and procedures with Byrnes Health. Daisies, earn your Safety Award.

CMW Work Weekend APRIL 19, 5PM–APRIL 21, 10AM Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: 4-12 Cost: $15/girl $15/adult Winter is over, and Camp Mosey Wood needs some help to prepare for camping season! If the weather is nice, you can be among the first tent campers of 2024. Set up the tents, clear trails, and clean units and buildings. You might even get to paint! Bring along a pair of work gloves and help make camp shine. At the end of a hard day’s work, celebrate with a campfire on Saturday night. You’ll have time to hike, play, and enjoy the natural beauty of Camp Mosey Wood. Includes accommodations in platform tents and all food (Friday evening snack through Sunday breakfast).

CWH Work Weekend APRIL 19, 5PM–APRIL 21, 10AM Camp Wood Haven Pine Grove, PA Grades: 4-12 Cost: $15/girl $15/adult Winter is over, and Camp Wood Haven needs some help to prepare for camping season! If the weather is nice, you can be among the first tent campers of 2024. Set up the tents,

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clear trails, and clean units and buildings. Bring along a pair of work gloves and help make camp shine. At the end of a hard day’s work, celebrate with a campfire on Saturday night. You’ll have time to hike, play, and enjoy the natural beauty of Camp Wood Haven. Includes accommodations in platform tents or Adirondack shelter and all food (Friday evening snack through Sunday breakfast).

GSEP Journey in a Day: Cadette Think Like a Programmer APRIL 20, 9AM-3PM Haverford United Methodist Church Havertown, PA Grades: 6-8 Cost: $30/girl $5/adult Find out how programmers use computational thinking to solve problems. Complete three computational thinking activities and take home the tools you need to get started on your Take Action project! Includes pizza lunch.

Cadette Book Artist APRIL 20, 11AM-1PM Banana Factory Bethlehem, PA Grades: 6-8 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult Explore the art of bookbinding and get familiar with the insides of a book. We’ll try out book artist techniques and ways to decorate books. Cadettes, earn your Artist badge with the help of Banana Factory teachers.

Flower Explorers

Easton, PA Grades: K-1 Cost: $17/girl $5/adult Explore the antique toy collection in Sigal Museum's galleries with a guided tour from their volunteer staff. Learn how to turn a creative idea into a marketable toy, and how to talk about it with others. Daisies, earn your Toy Business Designer badge.

Numbers in Nature APRIL 27, 4-5:30PM Berks Nature Center Reading, PA Grades: 2-3 Cost: $15/girl Learn to understand nature through the use of your senses, tools, and exploration! Brownies, earn your Numbers in Nature badge.

APRIL 20, 12-1:30PM Pennypack Environmental Center Philadelphia, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $10/girl FREE/adult Discover the wondrous variety of flowers! Join us as we unravel the facts about different types of flowers, what they mean, and how to take care of them. Juniors, earn your Flowers badge.

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Biking APRIL 28, 9AM-3PM Blue Marsh Lake Berks County, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult Join us for an exciting biking adventure! This afternoon will be all about fun, fresh air, and exploration. We'll ride on a scenic trail, and stop to enjoy packed lunches, and the great outdoors. *Location subject to change.

APRIL 20, 2-4PM Sigal Museum

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Lehigh Valley Zoo: Think Like a Citizen Scientist APRIL 28, 10AM-12PM Lehigh Valley Zoo Schnecksville, PA Grades: 4-8 Cost: $21/girl $16/adult Get close to the animals at the Lehigh Valley Zoo! Observe, record, and collect data for a citizen scientist project. Earn the first part of your Citizen Scientist Journey, and walk away with plans to work on your Take Action project after the event. Includes zoo admission.

Spring Fest APRIL 28, 1PM-4PM Camp Laughing Waters Gilbertsville, PA Grades: K-12 Cost: $20/youth $5/adult Spring has sprung and it's time to celebrate at camp! Come to Spring Fest, a brand new event completely planned by our older Girl Scouts. Explore camp and create a craft to brighten up spring. Play a game of gaga or enjoy a yummy snack. Choose what you want to do when you want to do it. Event is rain or shine, warm or cold. Coming as a troop: all troops must meet girl/adult ratio. Coming as a family: adults must supervise their children during the event; one adult must register for every three children. Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors interested in helping to plan and run Spring Fest must register for and attend Spring Fest Creators on April 7.

MAY 2024 EVENTS

Adventure Trek: Historical Hike at Hugh Moore Park MAY 4, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM & 1PM National Canal Museum Easton, PA Grades: K-8 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Join an educator from the D & L for a 1-mile trek along a wooded path and the canal towpath. You will learn about the history of Hugh Moore Park and the Lehigh Canal. You will come to understand how the canal worked, why we had it, how we used it, and what life was like for the people that worked the canal. We will stop periodically for activities that are short, interactive, and incorporate the whole mind and body. Includes a fun patch.

Stitch and Sew MAY 4, 1-3PM Daniel Boone Homestead Birdsboro, PA Grades: 6-8 Cost: $10/girl Take a trip to the Daniel Boone Homestead and learn how to sew! At the end of this workshop, you will take home an apron, all made by you.

Scribble Scrubbie Crayola Sleepover MAY 4, 6:30PM–MAY 5, 9AM Crayola Experience Easton, PA Grades: 1-5 Cost: $65/girl $65/adult Sleep over at Crayola Experience with your very own Scribble Scrubbie pet! Scouts will also enjoy a special Scribble Scrubbie themed activity. Ticket includes 29 hands-on attractions, Scribble Scrubbie activity, dinner, exclusive Crayola fun patch, and breakfast.

Hiker Badge MAY 5, 9AM-12PM Hibernia Park Coatesville, PA Grades: 2-3 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Get ready for adventure as you become a Brownie Hiker! Sing hiking songs, pack a fun hiking snack, and hunt for signs of animals. Check out the map and then go explore the trail as you earn your Hiker badge!

Wildlands Art Maker MAY 5, 11AM-1PM Wildlands Conservancy Emmaus, PA

Grades: K-1 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult Explore the outdoors at the Wildlands Conservancy! Use what you see and hear to make your own outdoor art. You will learn how to look at nature like an artist and make your own creation! Daisies, earn your Outdoor Art Maker badge.

Climb at The Cliffs! MAY 5, 12-2PM The Cliffs at Callowhill Philadelphia, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $25/girl $15/adult Put on your climbing gear and get ready to ascend into the heights! This awesome adventure will challenge you to channel your inner climbing champion. You'll learn the ropes of what goes into climbing at The Cliffs! Earn your Snow or Climbing Adventure badge.

Brownie Fiesta MAY 5, 1-4PM Metropolitan Ballet Academy & Company Jenkintown, PA Grades: 2-3 Cost: $30/girl FREE/adult Grab your maracas and prepare for a fiesta! A party is about to happen at Camp Laughing Waters—explore the world of snacks as you make a healthy snack and a special treat to be shared with all. Together with your Brownie friends, you will learn and perform a dance at the Brownie Fiesta! Includes Snack and Dancer badges.

Mechanical Engineering MAY 5, 1-4PM Aston Community Center Aston, PA Grades: K-3 Cost: $30/girl FREE/adult Get ready for a fun day as you design, build, and test your creations! Daisies will build race cars, create board games, and construct roller coasters as they design and engineer their way to three badges: Board Game Design Challenge, Roller Coaster Design Challenge, and Model Car Design Challenge! Brownies will be build race cars, create leap bots, and construct fling flyers as they design and

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engineer their way to three badges: Leap Bot Design Challenge, Fling Flyer Design Challenge, and Race Car Design Challenge!

Brownie Spring Celebration! MAY 10, 7PM–MAY 12, 10AM Camp Wood Haven Pine Grove, PA Grades: 2-3 Cost: $65/girl $40/adult Spring has sprung! It's time to get outside, camp, and try all that Wood Haven has to offer! Try activities like hiking, gaga, archery, and rock climbing. End Saturday night singing songs around a campfire with girls of all ages, before falling asleep in your tent. You’ll be amazed at what you can do! Includes Brownie Eco Friend badge. Includes five hours of activity during the day on Saturday, accommodations, and all meals served in the Dining Hall (Friday snack through Sunday breakfast).

Junior Spring Celebration! MAY 10, 7PM–MAY 12, 10AM Camp Wood Haven Pine Grove, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $65/girl $40/adult Spring has sprung! It's time to get outside, camp, and try all that Wood Haven has

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to offer! Try activities like hiking, gaga, archery, and rock climbing. End Saturday night singing songs around a campfire with girls of all ages, before falling asleep in your tent. You’ll be amazed at what you can do! Includes Junior Eco Camper badge. Includes five hours of activity during the day on Saturday, accommodations, and all meals served in the Dining Hall (Friday snack through Sunday breakfast).

Juniors, earn your Playing the Past badge.

Lock Tender Life Immersion Program

It's never too early to flex your engineering skills! Come to camp and find out how engineers use design thinking to solve problems. Using your newly learned skills, you'll complete three hands-on design challenges and brainstorm a Take Action Project that helps others! Daisies, earn your Think Like an Engineer Journey Award.

MAY 11, 9AM-12PM & 1-4PM National Canal Museum Easton, PA Grades: 2-5 Cost: $20/girl FREE/adult Visit the lock tender house at the National Canal Museum at Hugh Moore Park and experience what it was like to be a lock tender in the 1800s. Assume the identity of a real girl who lived and worked along the Delaware and Lehigh Canals. To bring the experience to life, you will wear a costume befitting an 1800s girl, and try your hand at the tasks they would have spent their days doing. You will open and close a lock, harness a mule, sew a homemade toy, do some laundry, play colonial games, and tour the home where you would have lived. We will also take a nature walk along the canal and river, and learn about the history of Hugh Moore Park and the Lehigh Canal.

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Young Engineer MAY 11, 10AM-12PM Camp Mountain House Allentown, PA Grades: K-1 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult

Ambassador Outdoor Artist MAY 11, 11AM-1PM Banana Factory Bethlehem, PA Grades: 11-12 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult Bring art and the outdoors together and get inspired by the beauty in nature. We will use items from nature to create works of art. Ambassadors, earn your Book Artist badge with the help of Banana Factory teachers.

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Outdoor Art Creators

MAY 15, 6-7PM

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Virtual

MAY 17, 7PM–MAY 19, 10AM

Grades: 4-5 Cost: $12/girl

Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA

Simons Recreation Center Philadelphia, PA

Become a responsible digital citizen! Learn how to use appropriate content on the internet. With Byrnes Health, you will learn about being a digital citizen, password protection, and being smart and safe online. Juniors, earn your Cybersecurity 2: Safeguards badge.

Grades: 4-5 Cost: $70/girl $40/adult

Daisies, Spring into a Challenge! MAY 17, 7PM–MAY 19, 10AM Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: K-1 Cost: $70/girl $40/adult Spend a weekend this spring at camp challenging yourself! Try activities like hiking, gaga, boating, and bouldering. End Saturday night singing songs around a campfire with girls of all ages, before falling asleep in a platform tent. You’ll be amazed at what you can do! Daisies, earn your Outdoor Art Maker badge. Includes four hours of activity during the day on Saturday, accommodations, and all meals served in the Dining Hall (Friday snack through Sunday breakfast).

Brownies, Spring into a Challenge! MAY 17, 7PM–MAY 19, 10AM Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: 2-3 Cost: $70/girl $40/adult Spend a weekend this spring at camp challenging yourself! Try activities like hiking, archery, boating, and the climbing wall. End Saturday night singing songs around a campfire with girls of all ages, before falling asleep in a platform tent. You’ll be amazed at what you can do! Brownies, earn your Outdoor Art Creator badge. Includes five hours of activity during the day on Saturday, accommodations, and all meals served in the Dining Hall (Friday snack through Sunday breakfast).

Spend a weekend this spring at camp challenging yourself! Try activities like hiking, archery, boating, and the climbing wall. End Saturday night singing songs around a campfire with girls of all ages, before falling asleep in a platform tent. You’ll be amazed at what you can do! Juniors, earn your Outdoor Art Explorer badge. Includes five hours of activity during the day on Saturday, accommodations, and all meals served in the Dining Hall (Friday snack through Sunday breakfast).

MAY 18, 10AM-12PM

Grades: K-3 Cost: $10/girl FREE/adult Get ready to experience art in a whole new way—where art meets the outdoors! Explore the rich history of art in Philadelphia, while discovering the artist within YOU. Daisies, earn your Outdoor Art Maker badge. Brownies, earn your Outdoor Art Creator badge.

Adventure Trek: Historical Hike at Hugh Moore Park MAY 18, 10AM, 11AM, 12PM & 1PM

Older Girls, Spring into a Challenge! MAY 17, 7PM–MAY 19, 10AM Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $85/girl $40/adult Spend a weekend this spring at camp challenging yourself! Try activities like archery, boating, the challenge tower, and dueling ziplines. End Saturday night singing songs around a campfire with girls of all ages, before falling asleep in a platform tent. You’ll be amazed at what you can do! Cadettes, earn part of your Outdoor Art Apprentice badge. Seniors, earn your Outdoor Art Expert badge. Ambassadors, earn your Outdoor Art Master badge. Includes five hours of activity during the day on Saturday, accommodations, and all meals served in the Dining Hall (Friday snack through Sunday breakfast).

National Canal Museum Easton, PA Grades: K-8 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult Join an educator from the D & L for a 1-mile trek along a wooded path and the canal towpath. You will learn about the history of Hugh Moore Park and the Lehigh Canal. You will come to understand how the canal worked, why we had it, how we used it, and what life was like for the people that worked the canal. We will stop periodically for activities that are short, interactive, and incorporate the whole mind and body. Includes a fun patch.

Junior Journey in a Day— Get Moving MAY 18, 9AM-3PM Camp Valley Forge Valley Forge, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $25/girl FREE/adult Discover how to use energy wisely and create a blueprint for fixing an energy problem in your community. Take home the tools you need to get started on your Take Action project! Juniors, earn your GET MOVING! Journey Award Set.

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Family Camp MAY 24, 7PM–MAY 27, 10AM Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: K-12 Cost: $110/girl $110/adult Enjoy a weekend of fun and relaxation for you and your entire family! Parents, sisters, brothers, grandparents, and other relatives are all invited to Camp Mosey Wood to participate in organized activities such as swimming, boating, hiking, games, and crafts. Attendees can also enjoy other activities independently. Activity specialists will be on hand to guide you through archery (2nd grade and above) and the high ropes challenge course (6th grade and above), with lifeguards overseeing swimming and boating. Adults must supervise children during the event; one adult must register for every three registered children. Includes accommodations in platform tents and all meals, Saturday breakfast through Monday breakfast, served in the Dining Hall.

Grades: 2-5 Cost: $20/girl FREE/adult Visit the lock tender house at the National Canal Museum at Hugh Moore Park and experience what it was like to be a lock tender in the 1800s. Assume the identity of a real girl who lived and worked along the Delaware and Lehigh Canals. To bring the experience to life, you will wear a costume befitting an 1800s girl, and try your hand at the tasks they would have spent their days doing. You will open and close a lock, harness a mule, sew a homemade toy, do some laundry, play colonial games, and tour the home where you would have lived. We will also take a nature walk along the canal and river, and learn about the history of Hugh Moore Park and the Lehigh Canal. Juniors, earn your Playing the Past badge.

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Family Camp AUGUST 30, 7PM–SEPTEMBER 2, 10AM

JUNE 2024 EVENTS

Lock Tender Life Immersion Program JUNE 1, 9AM-12PM & 1-4PM National Canal Museum Easton, PA

Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: K-12 Cost: $110/girl $110/adult Enjoy a weekend of fun and relaxation for you and your entire family! Parents, sisters, brothers, grandparents, and other relatives are all invited to Camp Mosey Wood to participate in organized activities

such as swimming, boating, hiking, games, and crafts. Attendees can also enjoy other activities independently. Activity specialists will be on hand to guide you through archery (2nd grade and above) and the high ropes challenge course (6th grade and above), with lifeguards overseeing swimming and boating. Adults must supervise children during the event; one adult must register for every three registered children. Includes accommodations in platform tents and all meals, Saturday breakfast through Monday breakfast, served in the Dining Hall.

Budget Girl Bosses SEPTEMBER 6, 6-8PM Finley Recreation Center Philadelphia, PA Grades: 2-5 Cost: $10/girl FREE/adult Have you ever wanted to save up and buy something of your own? Or start your own business? Or go on a vacation? Learn how to save and spend your money to meet your goals. This awesome program will accelerate how you think about what's in your piggy bank! Brownies, earn your My Own Budget badge. Juniors, earn your Budget Maker badge.

Splash into Adventure SEPTEMBER 6, 7PM–SEPTEMBER 8, 4PM Camp Mosey Wood White Haven, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $125/girl $100/adult This weekend is all about the water! Spend time out on the lake in rowboats, canoes, kayaks and on stand-up paddleboards! View the lake from a new perspective as you soar over it on the ziplines, and explore the beaver habitat as you paddle to the overflow. You will definitely get wet this weekend, so be sure to pack extra clothes! On Sunday, the water fun continues—it's time to travel to Lehighton and take a rafting trip down the Lehigh River! Seniors, earn your Paddling badge. Includes activities listed (weather permitting), rafting, accommodations in tent units, hot meals served in the Dining Hall on Saturday, and a cold breakfast and bagged lunch Sunday. Troops are responsible for own transportation to rafting on Sunday.

Brownie Adventure Blitz SEPTEMBER 14, 9AM-3PM Camp Shelly Ridge Miquon (Lafayette Hill), PA

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Grades: 2-3 Cost: $40/girl FREE/adult Pack your backpack and join your Brownie buddies on an adventure! Practice your camp skills while exploring Camp Shelly Ridge. From the trails to the climbing wall, to fire safety and so much more you'll have a day full of adventure. Please bring a packed lunch with you. Includes Brownie Climbing Adventure, Brownie Trail Adventure and Outdoor Adventurer badges.

Explore the Trails SEPTEMBER 14, 9AM-3PM Camp Shelly Ridge Miquon (Lafayette Hill), PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $40/girl FREE/adult Join your Junior friends and explore the trails of Camp Shelly Ridge. As you hike, gather inspiration for your art creations. Nature will leave a lasting imprint on your salt dough ornaments. The fun doesn't end there—you will take to the climbing wall to see how high you can go! Please bring a packed lunch with you. Includes Junior Trail Adventure and Outdoor Art Explorer badges.

GSEP Journey in a Day: Senior Bliss Journey SEPTEMBER 21, 9AM-3PM Dunn Community Center Reading, PA Grades: 9-12 Cost: $30/girl FREE/adult Explore what it takes to transform dreams into reality and help others learn to achieve your dreams together. Take home the tools you need to get started on your Take Action project! Earn your Dream Maker badge.

Won't You Be My Neighbor? SEPTEMBER 21, 10AM-12PM Jane Seltzer Service Center Philadelphia, PA Grades: K-1 Cost: $5/girl FREE/adult Hi neighbor! Learn all about your community and how to be the best neighbor you ever could be in this unique program. Explore what makes YOUR neighborhood special! Daisies, earn your Good Neighbor badge.

Knowing My Emotions

Sundae Sunday

SEPTEMBER 22, 9:30AM-11AM

SEPTEMBER 28, 1PM-3PM

Camp Mountain House Allentown, PA

Camp Laughing Waters Gilbertsville, PA

Grades: 4-5 Cost: $12/girl FREE/adult

Grades: 6-12 Cost: $15/girl FREE/adult

Get in touch with your emotions! Come to camp and engage in activities that teach about mental wellness, behavioral issues, and healthy habits! In the safe space of camp and with your friends, learn positive coping skills and how to name your feelings. Juniors, earn your Knowing My Emotions patch.

Calling all Girl Scouts who want to create GSEP’s Halloween extravaganza for younger Girl Scouts! Come to this planning event for Autumn Adventures, where you will learn specific details about volunteer roles, help plan activities, and enjoy some tasty ice cream! Earn Service to Girl Scouting hours between Sundae Sunday and Autumn Adventures through a variety of leadership, planning, and facilitating opportunities. Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors must register only for Sundae Sunday to be able to attend both Sundae Sunday and Autumn Adventures. Includes ice cream at planning session and a pizza lunch prior to Autumn Adventures.

Canoeing SEPTEMBER 22, 10AM-2PM Northbrook Canoe Company West Chester, PA Grades: 6-12 Cost: $45/girl $40/adult Spend your day canoeing down the scenic Brandywine River. Paddle on a two-hour adventure, allowing extra time to relax, eat a picnic lunch on the river, and spend quality time with your friends. Please bring your own bagged lunch and water. Lifeguards will be provided.

Camping with Bronze in Sight! SEPTEMBER 27, 7PM–SEPTEMBER 29, 1PM Camp Wood Haven Pine Grove, PA Grades: 4-5 Cost: $65/girl $40/adult

Build Your Own Business SEPTEMBER 29, 12-3PM Sturgis Playground Philadelphia, PA Grades: 9-12 Cost: $10/girl FREE/adult Ever had such a cool idea that you thought: "I could start a business out of this!" Didn't know what to do next to make it a reality? Well, look no further! In this thought-provoking program, you will learn what it takes to start a business and sustain it. Seniors, earn your Business Start-Up badge. Ambassadors, earn your Entrepreneur Accelerator badge.

Is your troop striving to earn the Bronze Award this year? Start your year out strong! Come to camp and earn your Outdoor Journey, including the Take Action Project. Relax and enjoy other outdoor activities like archery and the climbing wall, and learn all about the Bronze Award. On Sunday, work with your troop or group to start the planning process for the Bronze Award, and figure out how to implement the project in your community. Includes all activities, accommodations, and meals served in the Dining Hall (Friday snack through Sunday lunch).

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2023 Camp Photo Album 2023 camps were full of fun and adventure. Check out some of our favorite snaps from last summer!

Registration Information Girls can participate in any day program individually (unless otherwise noted), with a group, or as a troop. Special efforts are made to welcome all girls. Please note, while we may be able to accommodate additional adults in certain situations, program space is reserved for girls. Program registrations are accepted online. GSEP does not accept registrations by phone. Registration for GSEP programs and events is now through your myGS account! Visit gsep.org and click on the “Events” tab. You can look for events via the Event Calendar or the Events List. Click on the event and you will see event details as well as a link to register. You can even put multiple events in your shopping cart! Once an event is in your cart, just return to the event calendar or list and pick the next event--it’s that easy. You can also search for events right from your myGS account. Log in with your username and password and then select FIND EVENTS. You can enter your zip code to search for events near you, or enter the zip code of the event location to find it. You can also narrow your search by selecting additional criteria. Click SEARCH at the bottom and you are ready to explore events! Need help? Contact Member Services at 215-564-2030 or memberservices@gsep.org. IMPORTANT FOR PARENTS, GUARDIANS & VOLUNTEERS • Adult spaces in programs are intended only for the number of adults necessary to meet the girl-adult ratios, unless otherwise indicated. Chaperoning adults are free unless otherwise indicated by a per person or per adult price for the program. All adults must be registered for the program. • A ll girls attending a program or event must be registered Girl Scouts. Girls new to Girl Scouts can register as a new member online at gsep.org through myGS. • Council-sponsored programs are designed for specific age/ grade levels. Please only register for programs that are in your age/grade level. • Leaders, parents, and guardians must make arrangements to leave other children at home. Additional children and/ or family members are not permitted to attend any GSEP program. • A ll GSEP Sponsored Programs: According to Volunteer Essentials, all volunteers participating in the Girl Scout movement shall meet GSUSA membership standards, which include committing to the Girl Scout Promise, accepting the Girl Scout Law, and registering annually through the Council as members of the Girl Scout movement. Effective January 1, 2014, prior to registering for all programs sponsored by GSEP, adults who are interested in attending must have a current membership. This applies to all of the programs advertised in Spark or via the GSEP website or other communication. Cost of registration is $25 and is in addition to the cost of the program. Adults can register online. • Trips & Overnight Programs: According to Volunteer Essentials, when girls go on trips and overnight programs, the group must have at least two unrelated, registered, cleared, and trained adult volunteers. Adults who attend overnight programs or share GSEP property at the same time girls are in attendance need to be cleared and registered to ensure the utmost safety of the girls. Effective

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January 1, 2014, in addition to becoming a registered adult member of Girl Scouts, any adult who registers for an overnight program with GSEP will have to successfully complete the criminal background check process prior to program registration. 1. Go to myGS and register as an adult member. 2. Choose a volunteer role. 3. Check your email for confirmation and next steps to complete the criminal background check process. •D ue to planning issues and safety concerns, walk-in girl and adult registration cannot be accepted at any GSEP event. REGISTRATION DEADLINES Registrations are accepted until the program is full or one week prior to the program date, whichever comes first. Please allow at least four weeks lead time from the program date for processing of paper registration forms. CONFIRMATIONS Confirmation packets are sent via email the first business day after registration closes. If registration closes on a Saturday or Sunday, you should expect the confirmation the following Monday. SPACE & ATTENDANCE Program space is limited. Attendance capacity is based on the needs of the program itself and cannot be adjusted due to late registration, transfer requests, troop needs, etc. Program capacity and space availability can be viewed online. Badges and patches will only be given out to girls who are in attendance. TROOP REGISTRATION Only approved troop leaders/coleaders can register current troop members. PAYMENT Payment for all programs is due in full at the time of registration. Space will not be held for any registration forms submitted without the full payment amount that is due. REFUNDS Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to memberservices@gsep.org at least four weeks in advance of the program date for consideration. Refunds are not issued for “no shows” (registrants who do not attend). Refunds are not issued for cancellations occurring less than four weeks in advance or if numbers are reduced less than four weeks prior to the event. CANCELLATIONS GSEP reserves the right to cancel an event due to insufficient registration, acts of nature, or other reasons beyond our control. In the event a program is canceled, a full refund will be issued. Weather-related cancellations: A GSEP staff member will contact you if a program will be canceled due to weather. When possible, the event will be rescheduled or a refund issued. For cancellations in advance, email notification will be sent to each registrant. For same day cancellations, an attempt will be made to call the phone number available on record. Phone numbers and emails can be updated at any time through the Program/Event Registration System when you visit your online profile on our website at gsep.org. Spring/Summer 2024