GSACPC Summer Camp Guide 2020

FIND ADVENTURE. GET OUTDOORS! 2020 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS Meet the Camp Directors. . . . . . . . . . . 2 Open Houses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 How to Register for Camp . . . . . . . . . . 4 Tiered Pricing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Camperships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Refunds, Cancellations & Changes. . . . 5 Discounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Badges & Patches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Transportation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Trading Post . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Earn Your Way – Cookies to Camp. . . . 7 Discover Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Parsons Leadership Center. . . . . . . . . . 8 Camp Maripai. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Shadow Rim Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Willow Springs Program Center. . . . . 26 Weekend, Troop & Family Camps. . . . 32 FAQs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

THE ADVENTURE AWAITS! DISCOVER YOU! Girl Scout Camp is a place to make new friends, try new things, and challenge yourself.

Discover YOU while exploring the outdoors and challenging yourself in new ways. It’s an opportunity to be bold, be brave, and unlock your endless potential.

Our unique girl-led programming helps girls develop a positive self-image, as well as leadership and social skills they’ll use for the rest of their lives. Camp helps girls build courage, confidence, and character by connecting with others and their natural environment.

Registration for all camp sessions is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. We recommend booking as soon as possible to secure a place in your favorite camp sessions.

Early-bird registration is available to all returning campers since 2017. An early-bird registration code will be emailed to contacts on file in advance of the early-bird registration opening, Jan. 22 at midnight. Registration opens to first-time campers Feb. 5 at midnight. See page 6 for more details.

We’ll see you there!

NOT A GIRL SCOUT? NOT A PROBLEM!

All girls are invited to register for Girl Scout Camp. We add the $35 Girl Scout membership fee to your camp session registration total. Campers must have a membership for insurance coverage. Girl Scout membership is valid through May 1, 2020 to Sept. 30, 2021. This means campers can also participate in any Girl Scout activities they’d like during this time, without paying additional member fees! For more information about year-round Girl Scout opportunities, visit girlscoutsaz.org/activities.

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) values and honors diversity, equity and inclusion among its staff, board, donors, girls, and adult volunteers and members. The Girl Scout Movement was founded to help all girls reach their full potential by creating a safe place for girls to foster their individual growth, character, and self-sufficiency and leadership. GSACPC values these founding principles and is committed to upholding them. GSACPC will not deny membership to staff, board, donors, girl, and adult members or volunteers because of race, color, ethnicity, religious or spiritual beliefs, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, documentation status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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MEET THE CAMP DIRECTORS & OPEN HOUSES Tell us about how Girl Scouting helped you discover YOU. Be sure to check our open houses and choose the right camp for your summer adventure! Visit one or all! Families can tour the lodges, visit activity areas, and see cabin units, meet the staff and learn more about our camps!

PARSONS LEADERSHIP CENTER

CAMP MARIPAI

ELIZABETH “AURORA” JACOVINO

EVELYN “SPARKIE” TORREZ-MARTINEZ

CAMP DIRECTOR

I spent my first week at camp the summer after third grade. My friends and I chose swimming as one of our daily activities. The first day, I put on my favorite Little Mermaid swimsuit and marched with confidence straight to the pond for our swim test - and froze when I got there. The pond was dark and murky and nothing like the city pool near my house. I spent the next four days in the shallows with my counselor. My friends took turns hanging out with me so I wouldn’t feel left out. By day four, my counselor convinced me to put my face in the water and try snorkeling. I had such a blast. I decided to take the swim test on the last day. The lifeguards cleared the water while I swam out to the floating dock and back. I expected the other campers to be impatient, but they were supportive and cheered me on from the dock. I learned never to doubt myself, to be patient and take my time, that it’s ok to test the waters before taking a big leap, and that a person can do just about anything with a solid support system.

Last summer, Parsons implemented a “choose your theme” principle where all campers chose the theme for the week once they arrived at camp. Each level also had the ability to choose their activities for the “Build Your Own Adventure” sessions.

PARSONS OPEN HOUSE

Friday, May 29 | 5:00pm - 7:00pm

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DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

CAMP DIRECTOR

One of the most memorable and challenging camping trips I had was in Colombia. I was ten years old and shy but full of energy, eager to learn new skills, and put everything into practice. We had been learning different methods for building campfires for months, and I was ready to go through any challenge to complete my badge. The morning of our test, it was foggy with rain and lightning, so building my campfire was almost impossible. But I remember how empowered my friends and leaders made me feel, and I didn’t give up because I had the support, the tools, and the determination to light the fire. When I finally got a small flame, I felt inspired by this light and how something so simple could make me feel so much passion for continuing! I believe this was when I discovered confidence in the outdoors and survival skills. I consider camp my safe space. When campers say they feel the same way, when they overcome challenges, when peers support them, their love for the outdoors grows. It makes me happy and proud to be a witness to their growth.

Campers inspire us to renovate program and facilities and make them more exciting every year. Last year Camp Maripai added hammock city. BIT took better care of our horse tack as a service project, and CITs painted all the program ramada benches. Thank you all for making camp a better place.

MARIPAI OPEN HOUSE

Saturday, May 30 | 11:00am - 3:00pm LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

SHADOW RIM RANCH

WILLOW SPRINGS

CHRIS “ROADRUNNER” NEWELL

MICHELE “JUNIPER” BALFE-KEEFER

CAMP DIRECTOR

My parents first took me camping when I was just 6-months old – of course, I don’t remember that – but being out in nature, making forts, baking mudpies, running barefoot, collecting rocks, and climbing trees were the highlights of my childhood. I distinctly remember a camping trip to Calf Creek, Utah, when I was ten, and my sister was nine months old. Our family and friends hiked up the creek a couple of miles or so and spent hours playing in the creek. On the way back, I insisted on carrying my sister in the backpack.

The adults kept asking me how long I was going to carry her, thinking I would tire and pass her on to one of them. Finally, I said, “Long enough to show you I can!” I carried her on my back all the way to the campground. My strategy worked, and that fall, my dad took me on my first backpacking trip to Canyonlands National Park! One of the great satisfactions of being Camp Director is seeing campers challenge themselves in new ways and discover what they can do!

Last year, in response to campers’ requests for more choice at camp, Shadow Rim Ranch added two weekly “Camper Choice” program blocks to choose from a variety of camp activities. Camper Choice is a hit and was included this year in all 6-11-day sessions! Keep the feedback coming!

SHADOW OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, May 24 | 12:00-2:00pm

REGHELP@GIRLSCOUTSAZ.ORG

Register Online for Overnight Option!

May 24 to May 25 ($75/person)

602-452-7030

CAMP DIRECTOR

I can still recall the feeling of wearing my Girl Scout Brownie uniform. The brown polyester knee-high socks, brown dress, beanie, and cool red scarf–I was so proud! I was a very shy girl, and Girl Scouting helped me make friends and overcome my fears. During cookie-selling time, talking to others was very challenging for me, but each time I made a sale, I grew more confident. As a Girl Scout Junior I earned my most memorable badge (and still have it today). We were all to meet at the local park for a long bike ride. My friend and I had the wrong day, and no one else from the troop was there. We decided to take our own ride and spent the entire day biking the roads of our small farming community. My troop leader heard about this and gave me the Bicycling Badge, and said she was proud of me.

Through my Girl Scouting experiences, I learned to trust myself through challenging situations. As a Camp Director, I am grateful to continue learning alongside campers and staff, and witnessing growth, courage, and confidence.

Last summer, we added the “Variety Showcase” on the last day of camp at Willow Springs' Pima Stage where campers can sign up to show their talents. Summer camp sessions are also designed with feedback from our campers.

WILLOW SPRINGS OPEN HOUSE Saturday, May 30 | 10:00am - 1:00pm

REGISTER ONLINE @ GIRLSCOUTSAZ.ORG/CAMP

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JOIN THE ADVENTURE. DISCOVER YOUR INNER YOU!

Early-bird registration is available to all returning campers since 2017. An earlybird registration code will be emailed in advance of the early-bird registration opening, Jan. 22 at midnight. Registration opens to first-time campers Feb. 5 at midnight. Registration for all camp sessions is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. We recommend booking as soon as possible to secure a place in your favorite camp sessions.

HOW TO REGISTER FOR CAMP!

Register online at girlscoutsaz.org/camp

1 Choose your adventure (camp session) after reviewing the catalog 2 Choose your TIER pricing level 3 Choose additional options LJ Transportation (see page 6) LJ Pre-ordered items (see back cover) LJ Trading Post account (see page 7)

4 Pay a non-refundable deposit to hold your spot. All deposits must be

paid with a credit card. Deposits are applied to the total cost of the camp

session and are not transferable to another camper, and are not refundable. LJ 10% deposit per camper for each 4-day+ session. LJ $10 deposit per person for Family Camp and Troop programs.

5 Decide how to make payments

LJ Credit card online or by phone through GSACPC Customer Care. LJ By cash or check in-person at our registration office. LJ Apply Program Credits and/or Camp Vouchers to camp sessions or bus/ van transportation. Program Credits or Camp Vouchers can be earned through Cookie or Fall Product Programs. Review guidelines before redeeming program credits at girlscoutsaz.org/program-credits.

The balance of the camp fee is due two weeks before the start of each selected session. An email reminder will be sent three weeks before the payment due date. Please keep an eye on your email inbox!

As camp forms must be filled out in detail, phone registration is not available.

Our Customer Care team is happy to walk through the process with anyone encountering problems registering online. Reach out for help by phone, email, or in-person (Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm): » english (602) 452-7030 / reghelp@girlscoutsaz.org » español (602) 452-7011 / preguntas@girlscoutsaz.org » Parsons Leadership Center – 1611 E Dobbins Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85042

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TIERED PRICING

We are proud to continue to offer the Girl Scout Camp experience at an affordable price, significantly below the industry average.

This is possible because a portion of the Council proceeds from the cookie program helps underwrite the costs of camp. In addition, many families choose to pay the rate reflecting the true cost of the camp session.

We offer a three-tiered pricing structure to provide families the opportunity to take an active role in creating sustainable camps for girls now and in the future. Each family chooses the pricing tier most appropriate to their needs. Every camper will receive the same high-quality programming you’ve come to expect from Girl Scouts, regardless of pricing tier selected.

For each session described, three prices are listed representing the following tiered levels: » TIER 1 – This rate reflects our historically low rate, made possible by grants, donations and the cookie program. » TIER 2 – This rate helps sustain camp and falls about halfway between the Tier 1 rate and the full cost of the camp session. » TIER 3 – This rate most closely reflects the true cost per-camper including relative costs for program supplies, insurance, facilities upkeep, food and camp staff salaries.

REFUNDS, CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES Cancellations, transfers, bus fees or any changes to reservations must be emailed to reghelp@girlscoutsaz.org.

Refund policy for all camp sessions (including weekend programs) will be processed as follows: » 16 business days before session – 100% less deposit

» 6-10 business days before session – 50% less deposit

» 11-15 business days before session – 75% less deposit

» 5 or fewer business days before session – no refund

If a camper must leave camp early or cannot make it to camp due to unexpected circumstances: » If a camper cancels due to injury or illness, an email must be submitted to the Camp Director and Customer Care team to request a refund. » The camp fee less the deposit may be prorated and refunded. » Camp fees will not be refunded if a camper leaves a session due to misconduct. » Parents/guardians are responsible for making all travel arrangements if a camper leaves camp early.

CAMPERSHIPS

We want to ensure that everyone who wants to attend camp can do so, regardless of financial situation. If you believe paying for camp would be a financial hardship, please apply for a campership at girlscoutsaz.org/campership. » Camperships are not guaranteed for the full amount and will not exceed $500. Once approved, it will be applied for one camp session per camper. » Recipients will be notified after cookie incentives are released at the beginning of April. » Campers applying for camperships must register for a camp session and pay the non-refundable deposit before submitting the financial assistance application (10% deposit for weeklong camps or $10 per person deposit for Troop/Family Camps). » Camperships can be applied to troop or family camp weekends up to the cost of the camp. » Trading post, t-shirt, patch, camp kits, and bus transportation are not covered by Camperships.

Requests for refunds will only be considered until the end of August after the camp season. Refunds cannot be given for no-shows. Please email refund requests to reghelp@girlscoutsaz.org.

DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN EARN A PATCH BY ATTENDING ALL FOUR CAMPS? It’s the “I CAMPED ALL FOUR” patch, which is available for purchase at the camp Trading Posts during the summer and at the Council Shop year-round. You can earn and purchase this patch for attending an encampment as well.

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DISCOUNTS Refer-a-Friend Discount: When a non-Girl Scout friend registers for camp, you’ll receive a $25 discount on your registration for one session of camp. The discount will be applied once both campers are registered for a session.

Multi-Session Discount: Register for one camp session (four days or longer) and receive a $50 discount on a second session at any camp. This discount may be used one time per camper per summer.

TRANSPORTATION NORTHERN CAMP TRANSPORTATION » Campers may be driven to camp OR » Register for bus transportation from and to the Phoenix metro area. Bus confirmation emails with additional details will be sent a week before the session starts.

Bus transportation is $40 one-way or $75 round-trip for our camps in Prescott and Payson.

We recommend parents send their campers on the bus as this reduces congestion at our facilities, and allows them to meet other campers before they arrive, feel more comfortable before the start of a new adventure and make new friends. Buses are air conditioned, equipped with bathrooms and are supervised by bus chaperones.

BUS LOCATIONS – Maripai, Willow, and Shadow Rim CENTRAL PHOENIX

NORTH PHOENIX

FOUNTAIN HILLS

ALL camps

Maripai & Willow Springs

Shadow Rim

Central UM Church

Sportsman’s Warehouse

Wendy’s

1875 N Central Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85004

19205 N 27th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85027

17218 E Shea Blvd Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Check-in day and times vary depending on the session start date at the camp.

WHAT SHE'LL BRING HOME In addition to memories that will last a lifetime, amazing stories of their adventures, and endless rounds of camp songs for days on end, each camper will come home with a camper envelope that includes: » Girl Scout Badge or Patch earned by your camper.

Want to be a bus chaperone? We are always looking for volunteers to chaperone our buses. If your camper rides the bus and you volunteer as a chaperone, they can ride the bus for no cost! You must register and pay for bus transportation in advance and a bus refund will be issued after the trip is completed. All chaperones will start the journey from our Central Phoenix stop. You're welcome to volunteer for trips even though your camper is not attending a session, we would love your help! Reimbursements will ONLY be given to those who have reserved a spot. Reimbursements will be processed and returned to the card used after the trip is completed – amount will not exceed amount of bus trips per girl.

Find more information, safety procedures and chaperone information at girlscoutsaz.org/camp-bus. Bus locations are subject to change. Please refer to the website. Transportation is not available for family/troop weekend programs.

» Camper Highlights – camp counselors’ reflection on the ways your camper exhibited positive characteristics at camp.

PARSONS LEADERSHIP CENTER TRANSPORTATION

» Unit photo of your camper, their counselors, and new friends!

Overnight campers must be dropped off at camp.

» Opportunities to continue Girl Scout adventures after the summer!

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Read your bus confirmation packet carefully (sent to each family via email) for information about transportation check-in and pick-up days, times, and locations. Camp sessions at our northern camps start and end on different days this summer.

Day campers have two transportation options: » Campers may be dropped off at camp OR » Register for van transportation from one of three Valley locations.

The van fee is $65 per week round-trip and is non-refundable. One-way trips are not available. Departure points are at Tatum and Cactus (Paradise Valley Mall), Glendale Ave. and Loop 101 (Cabela’s), and Loop 101 and Chandler Blvd. (Chandler Fashion Center). Van confirmation packets will be sent a week before the session starts and will contain more detailed information about transportation times and locations.

TRADING POST

During their stay at our camps, campers will visit the camp store, called the Trading Post, at least once. Our Trading Posts offer a chance for girls to purchase a souvenir or a snack. We recommend $20 for a week’s stay and the money be placed in your camper’s Trading Post account during the registration process. We do not advise campers bring cash to camp.

Prices at the Trading Post can vary between 50¢ to $2 for snacks, and $2-$25 for stuffed animal, t-shirts, sweaters, water bottles, flashlights, and more!

Be mindful of the amount chosen each session because Trading Post monies: » Can only be utilized for the session at that camp. » Do not transfer to other camp’s stores. » Any money remaining in the account is non-refundable (in whole or part).

Monies accepted for Trading Post purchases: » Credit card (with camp registration, at camp during check-in day, or by phone a week prior to session start date with GSACPC Customer Care Team (602) 452-7030.)

Contact the camp directly to add more money to an account during a camp session. » Cash at camp or at bus/van locations. » Program credits, council gift card, or credit cards at camp or at bus locations.

If your camper comes to camp with additional money, we encourage campers to create a Trading Post account upon arrival to camp. Camp is not responsible for lost cash.

EARN YOUR WAY COOKIES TO CAMP! How does selling packages of Girl Scout Cookies support the Girl Scout Camp Program? When a girl sells cookies, she is not only selling a package of deliciousness, she is investing in herself and her GSACPC sisters. Program Credits and Camp Vouchers can be redeemed for individual girl camp sessions, troop proceeds can be used for Troop Camp and Encampments, and a portion of Council proceeds are used to support camperships and maintain our properties. But did you know that she is also part of something even bigger—something thousands of awesome girls nationwide who are a part of too? When she participates in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, she is part of the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world—and that’s a huge deal!

All Girl Scouts can sell Girl Scout Cookies and choose to earn Program Credits or Camp Vouchers as their cookie incentive reward. Program Credits can be used for camp session fees, bus, Trading Post, membership fees, Council Shop, and travel.

All deposits must be held by credit card before applying Program Credits and/or Camp Vouchers. For more information, visit girlscoutsaz.org/program-credits or email reghelp@girlscoutsaz.org.

“We used the cookie program to pay for camp this season!“

DISCOVER CAMP! SESSIONS

If this is your first time at one of our Girl Scout Camps, or if you are a seasoned camper and want more variety at camp, then Discover Camp! sessions are for you. We offer Discover Camp! sessions for every grade level.

At The Parsons Leadership Center, look for the “Build Your Own Adventure” sessions where girls will work with their cabin units to create the camp week of their dreams.

At our northern camps, look for “Brownie Adventure,” “Junior Experience,” “Cadette Explorer,” and “Camp it Up” sessions. Campers will make new friends, challenge themselves outdoors, and amaze themselves with new adventures as they sample all the programs and activities at camp. Discover Camp! sessions are great for first-time campers – and are open to everyone!

EARN HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS WHILE AT CAMP! The ASU Prep Digital Internship course for high school-level campers (grades 9-12) is being offered again this summer.

Visit bit.ly/asu-credits to learn how!

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SESSION DATES WEEK 1: June 1-5 WEEK 2: June 8-12 WEEK 3: June 15-19 WEEK 4: June 22-26 WEEK 5: June 29 – July 3 WEEK 6: July 6-10 WEEK 7: July 13-17 WEEK 8: July 20-24 WEEK 9: July 27-31

mon-fri mon-fri mon-fri mon-fri mon-fri mon-fri mon-fri mon-fri mon-fri

THEME WEEKS Campers will choose the theme for the week upon arrival and enjoy throughout camp as an additional experience.

ADDITIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES During the session, campers will personalize their camp experience by choosing their afternoon activities for Tue-Thu. Campers can choose from a variety of activities including (but not limited to): STEM, Culinary, Swimming, Arts & Crafts, Archery. Weather permitting.

NIGHTS & AFTER CARE 4 nights $100 3 nights $90

2 nights 1 night

Friday Night Family Dinner $8/person over 3

ejacovino@girlscoutsaz.org 1611 E Dobbins Rd Phoenix, AZ 85042 602-452-7185 summer only

8480-489-7552

year-round

PHOENIX, ARIZONA

The Bob & Renee Parsons Leadership Center for Girls and Women at Camp South Mountain is nestled in the foothills of South Mountain. This state-of-the-art urban camp facility is a perfect desert oasis in the heart of Phoenix. Our property features a pool, archery range, STEM lab, instructional kitchen, arts & crafts, and a music room. All cabins are air-conditioned and ADA accessible with toilets and showers in the unit. Our facility also includes electric door paddles in the Learning Hall, ADA lift into the pool with zero-depth entry as an alternative.

WHAT'S NEW IN 2020?

This summer, campers entering 1st grade will have the option to stay over on Thursday nights, if they feel ready.

Also, new this summer is the family barbeque. Every Friday, our camper families can pick up their camper and join us for dinner. Dinner admission is $8 per person (children under 3 are free) and can be added to your camp session.

$75 $50

After Care $40/week

CONTACT INFO

PARSONS LEADERSHIP CENTER

Day camp sessions run Monday-Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm with additional option of adding 1-4 overnights (at an additional cost) depending on your camper’s readiness.

Campers attending day camp only can opt-in for aftercare at $40 per week.

Aftercare campers will be provided dinner at 6pm and must be picked up by 7:30pm.

All Parsons Leadership Center camp programs are described and priced as day camp programs, and campers are encouraged to stay the night with us, too! Add nights to each camp session when your camper feels ready. Nights can be added at any time at an additional cost – see sidebar. Counselors live in separate cabins near the camper cabins.

MULTI GRADE

DAISY DESIGNERS

GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 2

sessions for

MULTI-LEVEL GIRL SCOUTS

DAY CAMP AID

GRADES 6-12 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$120

$150

$195

Already earned your Program Aide (PA) Pin? Continue growing your leadership skills! Spend your days helping out around camp in either a unit or program area of your choice. prerequisite: Program Aid Pin ❧ award/patch: Parsons Day Camp Aid Patch

WHO FRAMED CHARLIE CHUCKWALLA? GRADES K-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 9 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$150

$190

$245

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Design and create magical desert fairy houses using natural surroundings and resources. Campers will work with friends and use their new engineering know-how to design, experiment and create new contraptions! ❧ award/patch: Work on Think Like an Engineer Journey

TREAT YOURSELF

GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Everyone deserves a treat from time to time! Have fun in the kitchen learning basic food prep and safety skills while making tasty snacks to share with your new camp friends. ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

Help! Charlie, our beloved orange-tailed friend, has found himself in a bit of a bind. He has been framed for a crime he did not commit! We need you!

Come to camp, learn about forensic science, help crack the case and clear Charlie’s name. Join us for a stem-sational adventure! Unlike Traditional Parsons sessions there will not be overnight options or food service for this week. Campers will be provided an afternoon snack, but should bring their own sack lunch during the week. ❧ award/patch: Parsons Jr. Detective Patch

GRADES K-1

CAMP CHIC

sessions for

GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 4

GIRL SCOUT DAISIES

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Accessorize your life! Spend time designing and creating fashionable, functional works of art that you can take home.

DAISY DOODLES

❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 1 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Pick up your paintbrush and join us for a week of art exploration! Get creative and make your very own masterpieces! Plus, host a gallery showcase for the whole camp to see. ❧ award/patch: Daisy Outdoor Artmaker Badge

“I love the focus on girls holding each other up and not tearing each other down!”

REGHELP@GIRLSCOUTSAZ.ORG

602-452-7030

DAISY LAND

GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 5 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

There’s no height requirement for this week of camp! The sky’s the limit as you design, build and test a model rollercoaster. Think like an engineer and let your imagination run wild while also making new friends. It’ll be a week full of twists and turns! ❧ award/patch: Roller Coaster Design Challenge Badge

REGISTER ONLINE @ GIRLSCOUTSAZ.ORG/CAMP

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FURRY FRIENDS

GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Calling all animal lovers! Discover which furry friends make great pets and where to look for wildlife. You’ll also enjoy animal-themed games, songs and crafts. Take a dip in the pool and cook up some super special treats that are perfect for pets! ❧ award/patch: Work on Three Cheers for Animals Journey

WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Spend a week hanging out in the pool and practicing your swimming strokes. Take five swimming lessons throughout the week to improve your skills. When not in the pool, beat the heat playing a variety of water games and splash your way down a homemade slip and slide. ❧ award/patch: Parsons Aquatics Patch

GRADES 2-3

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT BROWNIES

BROWNIE ADVENTURES IN READING GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 2 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Reading is a passport to countless adventures! Grow your confidence and enthusiasm for reading in a fun, inclusive setting. In partnership with ASU Prep, we’ll use a condensed version of a national reading curriculum developed and modified by educators. Spend your mornings taking reading adventures and fill your afternoons with Girl Scout Camp fun! Join us for just one week or both! ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

BUILD YOUR OWN BROWNIE ADVENTURE GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 1

BUILD YOUR OWN DAISY ADVENTURE GRADES K-1 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Amazing things happen when girls take the lead! Experience summer camp on your own terms and do things you want to do. Work with your cabin unit to create a one-of-a-kind camp adventure you’ll never forget. ❧ award/patch: Parsons Build Your Own Adventure Patch

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Amazing things happen when girls take the lead! Experience summer camp on your own terms and do things you want to do. Work with your cabin unit to create a one-of-a-kind camp adventure you’ll never forget. ❧ award/patch: Parsons Build Your Own Adventure Patch

MEMORY MAKERS

GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 2 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Wish summer could last forever? Take a look back at summer any time with your own scrap book. Use photography and journaling to document your camp experience. Then practice basic layout and paste up skills to make a one-of-a-kind memory book as unique as you. ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

IT’S RAINING CATS AND DOGS GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

From paws to claws, learn all about the different animals that live around camp as well as in the home. Plus, take a trip to a local animal shelter.

You’re in for a “wild” time! ❧ award/patch: Brownie Pets Badge

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DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

BETWEEN US GIRLS

GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

You’ve heard of girls’ night out – how about girls’ week out?! Come and play with your fellow friends and transform camp into your own spa vacation. ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

STARFISH SLUMBER PARTY GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Splash in the pool, discover exciting water games, create new water sports—and make friends, of course! Girls will grow their skills through four swimming lessons and take a trip to the Kiwanis wave pool! ❧ award/patch: Parsons Aquatics Patch

BROWNIE BAKERY

GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Girls take over the kitchen! Get messy in the kitchen and learn cupcake decorating skills from a professional. Try a new dessert every day.

GRADES 4-5

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT JUNIORS

BUILD YOUR OWN JUNIOR ADVENTURE GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 6

❧ award/patch: Brownie Snacks Badge

GLAMOUR GIRLS

GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 5 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Amazing things happen when girls take the lead! Experience summer camp on your own terms and do things you want to do. Work with your cabin unit to create a one-of-a-kind camp adventure you’ll never forget. ❧ award/patch: Parsons Build Your Own Adventure Patch

Have a passion for fashion? Come try your hand at designing and sewing your own glamorous creations you can take home.

MERMAID LAGOON

❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 2

ART EXPLOSION

GRADES 2-3 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Art meets science – an explosive combination! Unleash your creative spirit.

Use the power of science to create your own artistic masterpiece and take a field trip to the Arizona Science Center. ❧ award/patch: Brownie Painting Badge

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602-452-7030

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Escape the summer heat! Spend your days keeping cool in the pool or playing water games. Girls will grow their skills through five swimming lessons and a trip to an awesome water park! ❧ award/patch: Parsons Aquatics Patch

“The counselors bonded with and inspired her.”

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PICTURE THIS

LAUNCH PAD

GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 3

GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 7

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

$280

$350

$455

Camp is picture perfect! Learn different camera techniques, while capturing the fun and beauty of summer and making awesome memories. Campers will also enjoy a field trip to the Phoenix Art Museum. ❧ award/patch: Junior Digital Photography Badge

Bottle rockets, solar cars and catapults – oh my! Moving objects are zooming around camp this summer. Get ready to spark your inner engineer as camp becomes your laboratory – build and create until your heart is content. Plus, take a trip to the Arizona Science Center! ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

SEW FABULOUS

GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Do you have an eye for design? Show off your skills and practice new ones as you delve into fashion at camp. Work on your sewing technique as you craft some PJ pants to take home with you. ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

GRADES 6-8

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT CADETTES

PROGRAM AID

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8

I NEED MY SPACE

GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live in space? Train like an astronaut, and learn about space exploration and our solar system during an out-ofthis-world camp session! ❧ award/patch: Junior Space Science Investigator Badge

TIER 2

TIER 3

$120

$150

$195

Share your knowledge and talents while gaining valuable experience working with younger girls under adult supervision. You’ll receive leadership training, learn about Girl Scout programs, work with younger girls and practice outdoor skills. Program Aides also participate in activities as campers. prerequisite: LIA ❧ award/patch: Program Aid Pin

CHOP IT, STIR IT, ROLL IT

AQUA TEEN ACADEMY

GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 5

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 1

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

$280

$350

$455

A delicious week to be at camp! From soup and salad to sushi, learn how to prepare all types of meals in our very own learning kitchen. Enjoy your time at camp and take a trip to see behind the scenes at a professional kitchen. ❧ award/patch: Junior Simple Meals Badge

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TIER 1

DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

Swimming, water games and more. Enjoy pool time during this wet and wild week with all your friends. Girls will grow their skills through four swimming lessons and take a trip to an awesome water park! ❧ award/patch: Parsons Aquatics Patch

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

REAL WORLD OF SCI-FI

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 2 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction. Explore new advances in science and the real life inventions once considered only flights of fancy. Put your new knowledge to work and develop your own innovative ideas that could help shape the world of tomorrow! ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

“My daughter loves Girl Scouts, and this seemed like the perfect and safest place for her to sleepaway for the first time.”

FASHIONISTA FABULOUS

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Explore the world of fashion design. Dream up a design for a one-of-a-kind piece of clothing. Spend your days sewing up a storm and show off your designs in a camp fashion show at the end of the week! ❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Pack your passport and your appetite, because we are headed on an international cooking adventure! Learn about what the world eats, then head to the kitchen to prepare and cook four new dishes!

LIGHTS CAMERA CAMPING

❧ award/patch: Cadette New Cuisines Badge

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Get ready to stand in the spotlight! Singing, dancing and acting are just a few of the things you’ll do this week. Take a trip to see a play and work with your group to create a one-of-a-kind video to present at camp. ❧ award/patch: Cadette Digital Movie Maker Badge

CONSERVATION CADETTES

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Take a closer look and fall in love with our natural world. Discover ways to help conserve and preserve the beautiful desert habitat found on South Mountain. Work with your group to develop systems to aid our natural environment. Leave your mark by making a change for the better.

BUILD YOUR OWN CADETTE ADVENTURE GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 5 or 8

❧ award/patch: Fun Patch

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$265

$330

$430

Amazing things happen when girls take the lead! Experience summer camp on your own terms and do things you want to do. Work with your cabin unit to create a one-of-a-kind camp adventure you’ll never forget. ❧ award/patch: Parsons Build Your Own Adventure Patch

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WHISKED AWAY

602-452-7030

“Spending time with adventurous new friends helps build better people.”

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GRADES 9-12

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT SENIORS & AMBASSADORS

CIT 1

GRADES 10-12 | 10 DAYS | WEEK 6 and 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$500

$625

$812

Do you love the adventures of camp? Do you want to develop your leadership skills? CIT 1 offers the best of both worlds – you’ll get to experience fun camp activities AND learn about leadership, teamwork and child development as you assist counselors. You’ll engage younger campers in units and program areas, and complete a service project. Campers are required to go home for the weekend (July 11-12). This session is a full residential program. Campers will stay four nights each week and do not need to add a residential extension as with other Parsons sessions. ❧ award/patch: CIT 1 Pin

CIT 2

GRADES 11-12 | 10 DAYS | WEEK 2 and 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$400

$495

$648

Further your leadership, teamwork and teaching skills this summer. You’ll choose a specific focus area based on your interests and strengths. Learn how to confidently develop and deliver program to younger campers.

Visit another camp and complete a service project to benefit the camp community. Enhance your confidence and exert your independence by helping others this summer! Campers are required to go home for the weekend (June 13-14). This session is a full residential program. Campers will stay four nights each week and do not need to add a residential extension as with other Parsons sessions. prerequisite: CIT 1 ❧ award/patch: CIT 2 Pin

LIFE GUARD IN TRAINING

AGES 16+ | 10 DAYS | WEEK 4 and 5 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$500

$625

$812

Learn and practice lifesaving skills in and out of the water. Learn CPR for the professional rescuer and get practical time in the pool daily. Campers completing this program will have the opportunity to test for a lifeguarding certification. Campers will spend 10 days in camp and are required to go home for the weekend (June 27-28). This session is a full residential program. Campers will stay four nights each week and do not need to add a residential extension as with other Parsons sessions. prerequisite: Must be able to swim 550 yards without stopping, tread water for up to three minutes, and retrieve a 13 lb. brick from the bottom of the pool. ❧ award/patch: Life Guard Certification (if assessment passed)

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SESSION DATES WEEK 1: May 31 - June 3 sun-wed WEEK 2: June 7-12

sun-fri

WEEK 3: June 14-19

sun-fri

WEEK 4: June 21-26

sun-fri

WEEK 6: July 7-10

tue-fri

WEEK 7: July 12-17

sun-fri

WEEK 8: July 19-24

sun-fri

WEEK 9: July 26-31

sun-fri

THEME WEEKS Theme weeks are “camper’s choice.” Campers will select a theme on the first day to enjoy during an “All Camp” activity and our last banquet dinner. Campers will also learn about featured new cultures based on our international staff every week.

CAMP MARIPAI PRESCOTT, ARIZONA

ADDITIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES Activities included in all sessions: » Hiking » Sleeping Under the Stars » Outdoor Cooking » Arts & Crafts » Slingshots

Camp Maripai is located just outside of Prescott at an elevation of 6,000 feet.

Nestled in the pines and surrounded by Prescott National Forest, this 80-acre facility includes rustic cabin units, firepits, flushing toilets, covered program ramadas, archery and hatchet throwing fields, hammock city, a creek, and several scenic trails for horseback riding and hiking. Four horse riding arenas are also located in this beautiful camp, where girls can learn about grooming, horse anatomy and care, paint a pony and work on their skills during riding lessons. All activities are weather permitting. For the comfort and safety of the horse and rider, weight limitations are in effect. Persons over 245 lbs. cannot be accommodated.

Counselors live in a separate cabin near the camper cabins.

» Science » Nature » Sports and Games » Archery

2nd grade +

» Hatchet Throwing 6th grade +

CONTACT INFO emartinez@girlscoutsaz.org 201 E Marapai Rd Prescott, AZ 86303 928-445-4975 summer only

16480-710-9769

year-round

WHAT'S NEW IN 2020?

2020 at Camp Maripai will bring more horse-focused sessions throughout the summer, more Girl Scout Brownie (grades 2-3) sessions, and at least one badge program each week. We continue with our Discover Camp! sessions, allowing new girls to try a basic outdoor experience at camp.

Canoeing is no longer provided at Maripai; however, girls can access this specialized program at our sister camp Shadow Rim Ranch. Hatchet throwing is available for 6th grade and up, and archery now available for 2nd grade and up.

PONY TAILS

MULTI GRADE

GRADES 2-3 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 6

sessions for

MULTI-LEVEL GIRL SCOUTS

BIG SIS, LIL SIS

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$340

$425

$550

Experience horse camp for the first time! Learn how to lead, mount, dismount, and control your horse at a walk. Participate in two riding lessons and work on Maripai’s Horse Patch Program. Plus, you’ll have time for other camp activities like archery and more! ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #1)

GRADES 2-12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Spend the week with the coolest person ever – YOUR SISTER! Experience all Maripai has to offer, including horseback riding, creek walking, archery, sleeping under the stars, arts & crafts, and more! Most of the time will be spent together, but specific programming will be offered based on age.

Sisters or cousins of various grade levels are welcome to attend together – we can only accommodate pairs. ❧ award/patch: Big Sis Lil Sis Patch

FAIRY WINGS

GRADES 2-3 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Everything you love to do, and more! Go for one horseback riding lesson, enjoy arts & crafts, archery, gardening, and go on an adventure to find fairies. Create your own set of fairy wings and a wand, and let your imagination take flight! ❧ award/patch: Brownie Senses Badge

BIG SIS, LIL SIS

GRADES 2-12 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Spend the week with the coolest person ever – YOUR SISTER! Experience all Maripai has to offer, including horseback riding, creek walking, archery, sleeping under the stars, arts & crafts, and more! Most of the time will be spent together, but specific programming will be offered based on age.

Sisters or cousins of various grade levels are welcome to attend together – we can only accommodate pairs. ❧ award/patch: Big Sis Lil Sis Patch

GRADES 2-3

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT BROWNIES A HORSE OF A DIFFERENT COLOR GRADES 2-3 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2, 8 or 9

BROWNIE ADVENTURE

GRADES 2-3 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Is this your first time being away from home? Discover what camp is all about! Try a sampler of all camp activities – be creative with crafts, innovative with science, have fun with games and explore nature. Plus, participate in one horseback riding lesson and archery. ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

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TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Learn all about our horses in this advanced horse camp session! In addition to enjoying all camp activities, groom and care for your own horse and take four arena lessons. With two hours at the barn, one hour on horses, one hour on ground lessons, you’ll work on the basics and continue to improve your technique. At the end of the week, dress up your horse and lead her on a grand parade for all campers! ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #1)

602-452-7030

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MARIPAI MADNESS

GRADES 2-3 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 7 or 9 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

There are so many adventures waiting for you! So hang on, jump in, and get ready to explore the great outdoors! Go on a nature hike, have fun with archery, play a survival game, learn your knots, explore the garden and go on a horseback riding lesson. ❧ award/patch: Outdoor Adventure Badge

MY LITTLE FILLY

GRADES 2-3 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Come have fun in this horse camp session! Learn how to lead, mount, dismount, and control your horse at a walk. Participate in four riding lessons, and work on Maripai’s Horse Patch Program. Plus, you’ll have time for other camp activities like archery and more! ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #1)

GRADES 4-5

HORSIN’ AROUND

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Already have some experience with horses? Want to continue improving your horse knowledge? Join us for four riding lessons to hone your technique. You’ll spend two hours at the barn, one hour on horses, one hour on ground lessons.

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT JUNIORS

❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #2)

JUNIOR EXPERIENCE

JUNIOR EXPERIENCE

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 8

GRADES 4-5 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Is this your first time being away from home? Discover what camp is all about! Try a sampler of camp activities and get creative with crafts, innovative with science, and have fun with games. Plus, explore nature and participate in archery and one horseback riding lesson.

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Is this your first time being away from home? Discover what camp is all about! Try a sampler of camp activities and get creative with crafts, innovative with science, and have fun with games. Plus, explore nature and participate in archery and one horseback riding lesson. ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

OUTDOOR EXPLORER

REINS AND ARROWS

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 9

GRADES 4-5 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$340

$425

$550

Love horses and archery? Spend three hours at the barn learning all about the different horses, equipment and safety, and participate in two lessons in our archery range! Plus, you’ll have time to participate in other camp activities. ❧ award/patch: Junior Horseback Riding Badge

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DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

There are so many adventures waiting for you! So hang on, jump in and get ready to explore the great outdoors! Go on a nature hike, improve your knots, play a night game, explore the garden and leave no trace, go on a horseback riding lesson, and more! ❧ award/patch: Junior Camper Badge

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

JUNIOR EQUESTRIAN

HOLD THE REINS

GRADES 4-5 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 3 and 4

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2, 7 or 9

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$790

$985

$1,285

$480

$600

$780

Have you already mastered the ability to mount, dismount, and control a horse at a walk? Participate in six riding lessons and two trail rides to hone your riding skills. Learn how to care for horses and understand their body language. Plus, take time to participate in other camp activities.

New to camp? Want to learn about horses? Enjoy four riding lessons, learn about horse care and basic riding skills. You’ll also have time to participate in other camp activities, like archery, hatchet throwing, and more! ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #3)

❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #2 and 3)

SADDLE UP

COWGIRL UP

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2, 7 or 8

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 7 or 9 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

New and beginner-level riders: try out camp and horses! You’ll have three arena riding lessons, and work on basic riding skills and horse care. You’ll spend two hours at the barn, one hour on horses, one hour on ground lessons. There’ll be plenty of time to sample other fun camp activities like art & crafts, hiking and archery.

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Love horses and want to learn more? Continue working on your horseback riding skills and technique, or start with the basics, if this is your first experience! Participate in three riding lessons and one trail ride. Plus, participate in other camp activities like archery, hatchet throwing, and more! ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #3)

❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #2)

GRADES 6-8

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT CADETTES

CADETTE EXPLORER

GRADES 6-8 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

You can do amazing things! Prove to yourself what you’re truly capable of as you climb to the highest peak and shoot archery. Ride a horse and participate in hatchet throwing. Amaze yourself with more activities at camp! ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

HOOFBEATS “I feel the Girl Scouts offers a great learning experience in a safe environment with a group of leaders and girls from a variety of backgrounds that enhance the experience.”

GRADES 6-8 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 3 and 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$790

$985

$1,285

Designed for intermediate riders, learn what it takes to own a horse.

Riders must be able to mount, dismount, control a horse at a walk and trot. Improve riding skills and participate in six riding lessons, one trail ride and one bareback lesson. Plus, take in other camp activities like archery, hatchet throwing, and more! ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #3 and 4)

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RODEO PRINCESS

CADETTE EXPLORER

GRADES 6-8 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 3 and 4

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4, 8 or 9

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$790

$985

$1,285

$380

$475

$615

Intermediate riders - test your riding and rodeo skills! Riders must be able to mount, dismount, and control a horse at a walk and trot. Participate in six riding lessons and one trail ride. Plan a rodeo and learn how to rope on the ground. Plus, participate in other activities like archery, hatchet throwing, and more!

You can do amazing things! Prove to yourself what you’re truly capable of as you climb to the highest peak and shoot archery. Ride a horse and participate in hatchet throwing. Amaze yourself with more activities at camp! ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #3 and 4)

SPICE UP YOUR ARCHERY

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Looking to improve your skills in archery? Participate in five archery lessons to learn techniques and improve your shooting skills. Work on your stance, grip, posture and alignment for the perfect shot! Learn about the equipment and safety in detail. You’ll have time to participate in other camp activities, including hatchet throwing, one horseback riding lesson, and more! ❧ award/patch: Cadette Archery Badge

GRADES 9-12

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT SENIORS & AMBASSADORS

TRAILBLAZERS

GRADES 9-12 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 3 and 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$790

$985

$1,285

Want to spend more time on the trail? Brush up on your riding skills, practice your balance with bareback riding, explore the trails around camp, head out for a half-day trail ride, and create a performance on horseback for the entire camp! You’ll have time to enjoy other activities at camp, like archery, arts & crafts, and more! Intermediate and advanced riders only.

Must be able to lead, groom, saddle, mount, dismount, and control a horse at a walk and trot with a balanced seat. ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #4 and 5)

BACK IN THE SADDLE

GRADES 9-10 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 7

TRAIL MIX

GRADES 6-8 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 3 and 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$790

$985

$1,285

Looking for high adventure? Learn hiking safety and then hit the trails both in and out of camp. Learn to plan for an overnight camping trip and then hike out of camp for an overnight at Wolf Creek campground. Your camping gear will meet you there! Learn survival skills and how to purify water. Back in camp, spend one night in hammocks, take one horseback riding lesson, and enjoy archery, hatchet throwing, and more!

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Already know the basics of western riding and want to learn more?

Participate in four riding lessons to practice controlling your horse, improve your riding skills, and hit the trail. You’ll still have time for archery, and more!

Girls must be able to mount, dismount, and control horse at a walk. ❧ award/patch: Maripai Horse Patch Program (Rocker #4)

”At camp, everybody makes friends and connects with the camp and the counselors.”

❧ award/patch: Cadette Trailblazing Badge

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DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE

CIT 1

GRADES 9-12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 9

GRADES 10-12 | 8 DAYS | WEEK 7 + WEEKEND

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

$480

$600

$780

Challenge yourself with the ultimate camp adventure. Put your outdoor skills to the test as you go backpacking and find a place to tent camp. Cook dinner on a camp fire and build your own programming for the week. Spend one night in hammocks, participate in one horseback riding lesson, archery, hatchet throwing, and more! ❧ award/patch: Senior First Aid Badge

Do you love the adventures of camp? Do you want to develop your leadership skills? CIT 1 offers the best of both worlds! You’ll get to experience all camp activities AND learn about teamwork, child development, and more–as you assist the counselors, engage younger campers in their units and during programs, and complete a camp service project. ❧ award/patch: CIT 1 Pin

BIT 2 (BARN INSTRUCTOR IN TRAINING) GRADES 11-12 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 3 and 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Further your leadership, teamwork, and teaching skills this summer. Spend your time learning how to prepare and teach ground and arena lessons for younger girls. Complete a horse-related service project on camp. You'll be tested on-site for posture and control with the riding director before you can support a trail ride. Help saddle, groom, feed, and care for the horses.

This is a leadership program - 60% of the program will be dedicated to barn and 40% to leadership skills with the CIT 2 campers. prerequisite: BIT 1

CIT 2

LEAP

GRADES 11-12 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 3 and 4

GRADES 9-11 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 9 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Have you always dreamed of being a summer camp staff member?

Welcome to the first step! The LEAP session will give you a chance to start developing the leadership skills necessary to becoming a camp counselor.

You’ll learn to help with camp activities, work with younger campers, and of course, have lots of fun! ❧ award/patch: LEAP Patch

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Enhance your confidence and exert your independence by helping others this summer! Based on your interests and strengths, you’ll choose a specific focus area. Learn how to confidently develop and deliver program to younger campers. Visit another camp and complete a service project to benefit the camp community. prerequisite: CIT 1 ❧ award/patch: CIT 2 Pin

BIT 1 (BARN INSTRUCTOR IN TRAINING) GRADES 10-12 | 8 DAYS | WEEK 7 + WEEKEND TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Do you love horses from head to hoof? Discover your leadership and horsemanship potential. You’ll spend one week learning what it takes to be a riding instructor by assisting the riding staff at the barn, caring for the horses, feeding, and more! In your spare time, you’ll have one riding lesson and complete a horse-related service project on camp. This is a leadership program - 40% of the program will be dedicated to barn and 60% to leadership skills with the CIT 1 campers. prerequisite: LEAP ❧ award/patch: Wrangler in Training Patch

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BIT 3 (BARN INSTRUCTOR IN TRAINING) GRADES 12 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$80

$100

$130

Are you interested in an equine career? This program will prepare you to be a Riding Instructor and learn how to work with children in a horse camp.

Eighty percent of your time will be at the barn supporting saddling, arena, and grooming lessons. Bridle, mock, groom and pick in your daily routine. Support trailrides and learn about nutrition in horses. With the remaining 20% of your time, continue working on your leadership skills with CIT 3 campers.

BIT 3 (BARN INSTRUCTOR IN TRAINING) GRADES 12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2, 3, 4, 7, 8 or 9 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$80

$100

$130

Are you interested in an equine career? This program will prepare you to be a Riding Instructor and learn how to work with children in a horse camp.

Eighty percent of your time will be at the barn supporting saddling, arena, and grooming lessons. Bridle, mock, groom and pick in your daily routine. Support trailrides and learn about nutrition in horses. With the remaining 20% of your time, continue working on your leadership skills with CIT 3 campers.

“I love all the international staff and how there are people from everywhere!”

CIT 3

GRADES 12 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$80

$100

$130

If you have completed CIT 1 and CIT 2, then you may be ready for CIT 3! This program allows you to work in units alongside counselors or specialize in select program areas. prerequisite: CIT 2

CIT 3

GRADES 12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2, 3 ,4, 7, 8 or 9 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$80

$100

$130

If you have completed CIT 1 and CIT 2, then you may be ready for CIT 3! This program allows you to work in units alongside counselors or specialize in select program areas. prerequisite: CIT 2

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SESSION DATES WEEK 1: June 2-5 tue-fri WEEK 2: June 7-12 sun-fri WEEK 3: June 14-19 sun-fri WEEK 4: June 21-26 sun-fri WEEK 5: June 28- July 1 sun-wed WEEK 6: July 7-10 tue-fri WEEK 7: July 12-17 sun-fri WEEK 8: July 19-22 sun-wed

THEME WEEKS WEEK 1: No Theme short week WEEK 2: World of Girls WEEK 3: Treasure Island WEEK 4: Out of this World WEEK 5: No Theme short week WEEK 6: No Theme short week WEEK 7: Wizards and Muggles WEEK 8: No Theme short week

ADDITIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES Activities included in all sessions: » Canoeing » Archery 2nd grade + » Climbing Tower » Zipline 4th grade + » Naturalist/Hiking » Heritage Skills » Arts & Crafts » Outdoor Cooking 1-2 meals » Sleepout Under the Stars 6-11 day sessions only

CONTACT INFO cnewell@girlscoutsaz.org 530 N Shadow Rim Rd Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-2438 summer only

24928-978-7177

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SHADOW RIM RANCH PAYSON, ARIZONA

Shadow Rim Ranch is a 47-acre camp nestled deep in the pines of the Tonto National Forest and tucked under the beautiful Mogollon Rim. Shadow Rim offers a climbing tower and zip line, archery range, canoeing, naturalist programming/hiking, and traditional pioneer skills at the original heritage homestead cabin. Chase Creek flows through camp and beckons campers to creek-walk, and also provides water to our unique pake (too big to be a pond, too small to be a lake). Camp facilities include the lodge, trading post, wellness center, arts & crafts cabin, garden, little free library, and four cabin units (3 of the 4 units are primitive cabins without electricity). All units have running water, showers and flushing toilets. Counselors live in a separate cabin near the camper cabins. All activities are weather permitting.

WHAT'S NEW IN 2020?

We heard your requests for both shorter camp sessions and longer camp sessions, and this year we are offering a bit of everything. We have 4-day Discover Camp! sessions, our usual 6-day sessions, and are piloting two 11-day Girl Scout Cadette (grades 6-8) sessions that include 1-2 nights away from camp. We’re excited to offer slingshots (for grades 2-12) and two new Trip and Travel sessions for Girl Scout Seniors (grades 9-10) and Girl Scout Ambassadors (grades 11-12) that include 4-5 days out of camp whitewater rafting in Colorado or camping and hiking in our National Parks. We are also trying several combined sessions for Girl Scout Juniors (grades 4-5) and Girl Scout Cadettes (grades 6-8) – Bookworms and Plant, Pick, Prep. (Juniors bunk with Juniors and Cadettes with Cadettes).

MULTI GRADE

sessions for

MULTI-LEVEL GIRL SCOUTS

BIG SIS, LIL SIS

GRADES 2-3

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT BROWNIES

BROWNIE ADVENTURE

GRADES 2-12 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1, 5 or 6

GRADES 2-3 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1, 5, 6 or 8

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

$280

$350

$455

This multi-level camp is designed just for sisters, cousins, and friends in different levels who want to share their camp experience! Celebrate being a G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader) and experience all that camp has to offer—exploring nature, canoeing, climbing, archery, arts & crafts and more! You will be bunkmates at night, and during the day you’ll enjoy some activities together and some others with new friends your age.

This is a perfect introduction to all the fun at camp! In this 4-day session, you’ll enjoy sleeping in a cabin with your friends, exploring nature, playing outside, canoeing, climbing, archery, arts & crafts and more! ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp Patch

❧ award/patch: Big Sis, Lil Sis Patch

“Girl Scout program/values coupled with camp facilities gave an ideal experience for our daughter.”

HOME ON THE RANGE

GRADES 4-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Experience what it was like to grow, harvest, cook and preserve your own food before the conveniences of grocery stores, modern appliances, and refrigeration! You’ll get to play, plant, and harvest in Shadow Rim’s heritage garden, create delicious meals outdoors, and learn how to preserve fresh food in this gardening, outdoor cooking, heritage extravaganza! Cabin camping week 2 and tent camping week 7. ❧ award/patch: Gardening Badge/New Cuisines Badge

BOOK WORMS

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT JUNIORS

JUNIOR EXPERIENCE

GRADES 4-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Bring your book, your imagination and sense of adventure! You’ll experience all the camp activities as bookworms–reading in a canoe, reading at the top of the climbing tower, creating poetry by fireside and reading in hammocks around camp. ❧ award/patch: Scribe Badge/Book Artist Badge

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GRADES 4-5

GRADES 4-5 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1, 5, 6 or 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Whether it’s your first time at camp, or you’re a well-seasoned camp adventurer, this is your chance to do it all! You’ll enjoy exploring nature, canoeing, climbing, ziplining, archery, heritage skills, arts & crafts and more!

Try a bit of everything at camp! ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp Patch

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PADDLE, POLE AND ROLL

SHADOW SURVIVOR BACKPACKING

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 7

GRADES 4-5 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 4 and 5

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

$695

$870

$1,130

Build your canoeing skills and learn kayaking and paddle boarding strokes on the pake. You’ll swamp canoes, play, and challenge your balance. You’ll also explore Chase Creek on a walk up the creek bed! This water-filled adventure ensures you get wet every day! ❧ award/patch: Canoeing Patch

Learn survival techniques in our primitive camping unit during a week of tent camping, then put your new skills to the test on an overnight backpacking trip! You’ll learn all of the skills needed for your adventure: meal planning, water purification, camp site preparation, Leave No Trace and more. Bring your own overnight backpack and gear–or we’ll supply, if needed. Must be able to hike two-mile stretches with a 15 lb. backpack. Campers will be in cabins during the first half of the session, and tents the second half. ❧ award/patch: EcoCamper Badge

CLIMB ON!

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Experience Shadow Rim’s climbing tower as you take on a new climbing challenge each day and zoom down the zipline! Along the way, you’ll test your balance and support your friends on the slack line, learn knot tying and make paracord crafts. ❧ award/patch: Climbing Patch

“I love that she is part of a good program that will care for her, keep her safe, and provide an enriching experience.”

JUNIOR TRAIL ADVENTURE GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Get ready to explore the cool creeks and forest around Shadow Rim Ranch on three different hiking adventures that you and your new friends will choose and plan! Sleep on-camp in tents at night, and explore nature by day! ❧ award/patch: Trail Adventurer Badge

JUNIOR EXPERIENCE - IN TENTS!

ROCK HOUNDS

GRADES 4-5 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 8

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

$280

$350

$455

You’ll take two day trips away from camp to hunt for crystals, search for fossils, and look for rocks that will give us clues as to what the Earth was like millions of years ago! Of course, you’ll have all the in-camp fun including climbing on the rock wall, making rock crafts, and hopping from rock to rock trying to keep your feet dry on a creek walk! ❧ award/patch: Geology Patch

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Whether it’s your first time at camp, or you’re a well-seasoned camp adventurer, this is your chance to do it all-and sleep in a tent each night!

You’ll enjoy exploring nature, canoeing, climbing, ziplining, archery, heritage skills, arts & crafts and more! Try a bit of everything at camp! Campers will be sleeping in tents. ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp Patch

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

GRADES 6-8

AIM HIGH!

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT CADETTES

CADETTE EXPLORER

GRADES 6-8 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1, 5, 6 or 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Whether it’s your first time at camp, or you’re a well-seasoned camp adventurer, this is your chance to do it all! You’ll enjoy exploring nature, canoeing, climbing, ziplining, archery, heritage skills, arts & crafts and more!

Try a bit of everything at camp! ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp Patch

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Aim high and take your archery skills to a new level! Discover and create new target challenges, make your own mini-bow, build and launch a trebuchet, try cloud archery with compound bows, your aim with slingshots, and explore the stories of real-life, mythological, and fictional archery goddesses. ❧ award/patch: Archery Badge

KAYAK, CANOE AND YOU

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Get more than just your feet wet! Spend your days out on the pake practicing advanced canoe, kayak and paddleboard strokes. You’ll be swamping, racing, playing games and learning rescue techniques! Top off your week with a paddleboard and kayak outing to a nearby lake!

RIM COUNTRY BACKPACKERS

GRADES 6-8 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 1 and 2 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$695

$870

$1,130

We’re packin’ it up and heading out of camp! We’ll provide the backpacks and the camping gear–you provide the sense of adventure and legs to get you there. In this 11-day session, you’ll spend the first week doing all the fun in-camp programs and preparing for a two-night backpacking adventure exploring the trails of the Mogollon Rim! Must be able to hike two- to threemile stretches with 20 lb. pack. Campers will be in cabins during the first half of the session, and tents the second half. ❧ award/patch: Trailblazing Badge

❧ award/patch: Canoe Patch

SUPER SLEUTHS ESCAPE!

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Become a detective for a week and practice sleuthing, problem solving, and decoding in an escape camp activity! Solve a mystery, create and crack secret codes, challenge yourself on a sleuthing obstacle course! ❧ award/patch: Special Agent

CARIBINER CRAZE

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Challenge yourself on the climbing tower! You’ll learn advanced climbing techniques on the wall, soar down the zipline (during the day and at night!) and rappel from the tower to the ground! You’ll also learn helpful knots and make useful paracord crafts. ❧ award/patch: New! Climbing Adventure Badge

“The programs offered by Girl Scouts offer much more opportunity for growth and learning new things than most other residential camps.”

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DOCKS AND ROCKS

GRADES 6-8 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 4 and 5 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$740

$925

$1,200

Can’t get enough of both the pake and the Climbing Tower? We’ve expanded this popular session to 11-days so you’ll have plenty of time for paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, climbing and ziplining plus all the other camp fun. You’ll cap your experience with an overnight, off-camp camping and canoeing adventure at a nearby lake! ❧ award/patch: Docks & Rocks Patch

ECO TREKKER

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Tent camp in our Primitive Unit at night and discover the beauty of Rim Country by day! You and your camp friends will choose and plan three spectacular day-hiking challenges to earn your new Eco Trekker badge!

You’ll practice Leave No Trace ethics and hone your map reading and compass skills!

CADETTE EXPLORER-IN TENTS! GRADES 6-8 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Whether it’s your first time at camp, or you’re a well-seasoned camp adventurer, this is your chance to do it all! You’ll enjoy exploring nature, canoeing, climbing, ziplining, archery, heritage skills, arts & crafts and more!

Try a bit of everything at camp! Campers will sleep in tents.

❧ award/patch: Eco Trekker Badge

❧ award/patch: Discover Camp

GO WITH THE FLOW

GRADES 6-8 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 7 and 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$895

$1,120

$1,505

In this 11-day session you’ll team up with our Camp Naturalist and follow the flow of Chase Creek through camp, to the East Verde River, the Verde River, and ultimately the Colorado River! Creek walk, hike, paddle, and float as you discover the watershed! Several day-trips, a day-long Colorado River float, and a two-night out of camp adventure await! Campers will be in cabins during the first half of the session, and tents the second half. ❧ award/patch: Eco Trekker Badge

EXTREME CHALLENGE

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Work together in teams throughout the week to solve challenges and learn outdoor skills. Cap off your week with Challenge Day, when you’ll put your new skills to the test! The “extreme” parts of your week will involve the mud pit, fire starting (fire restrictions permitting), and a few special surprises along the way!

“I value camp because my camper has a chance to be independent. See young women as role models. Chance to explore their personalities and interests without judgement or "parental" oversight.”

❧ award/patch: Sportsmanship Badge

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ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

RIV IT UP!

GRADES 9-12

GRADES 9-12 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 4 and 5

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT SENIORS & AMBASSADORS

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$1,395

$1,745

$2,265

Refresh your paddling skills at camp, then put them to the test on a 3-day white-water rafting adventure! You’ll stay in camp for the first week while you enjoy all the camp fun and plan and prepare for a whitewater rafting adventure in Colorado! prerequisite: Paddle, Pole, and Roll; Kayak Canoe and You; Docks and Rocks; or previous paddling experience.

CAMP IT UP-IN TENTS!

❧ award/patch: Padding Badge/Ultimate Recreation Challenge Badge

GRADES 9-12 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Whether it’s your first time at camp, or you’re a well-seasoned camp adventurer, this is your chance to do it all! You’ll enjoy exploring nature, canoeing, climbing, ziplining, archery, heritage skills, arts & crafts and more!

Try a bit of everything at camp and sleep all four nights in a tent! ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp Patch

CAMP IT UP!

GRADES 9-12 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 5 or 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Whether it’s your first time at camp, or you’re a well-seasoned camp adventurer, this is your chance to do it all! You’ll enjoy exploring nature, canoeing, climbing, ziplining, archery, heritage skills, arts & crafts and more!

Try a bit of everything at camp!

PEAKS & PADDLES

❧ award/patch: Discover Camp Patch

GRADES 9-12 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 1 and 2 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$995

$1,245

$1,615

If you’ve experienced the in-camp adventures of climbing and paddling, then you won’t want to miss this opportunity to seek new heights and new watering holes in this 11-day camp! During the first week, you will have all the in-camp cabin-camping fun while you plan and prepare for your trip.

Then, you’ll spend 5 days on the road camping, hiking, paddling, and rock climbing in Northern Arizona. prerequisite: at least one of the following – Paddle, Pole and Roll; Kayak, Canoe and You; Climb On!; Caribiner Craze; or previous paddling or climbing experience. ❧ award/patch: Paddling Badge/Climbing Adventure Badge

PARK 2 PARK

GRADES 9-12 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 6 and 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$895

$1,120

$1,505

Plan your Southwest National Parks adventure with your camp friends and embark on a 5-day roadtrip to camp and hike in Grand Canyon and Zion National Parks. You decide what National Forests, Monuments, and Recreation Areas to visit along the way and what hikes and activities you’ll do in each Park! The first week will be full of all the cabin-camping fun plus trip planning and preparation, then you’ll be off on your 5-day camping adventure for the second week. prerequisite: at least one previous Girl Scout resident camp experience or previous hiking, camping, or backpacking experience. ❧ award/patch: Adventure Camper Badge/Survival Camper Badge

LEAP

GRADES 9-11 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Do you want to camp and focus on developing your leadership skills? Are you curious about being a camp counselor? LEAP is the first step on your CIT (Counselor in Training) journey! You’ll get to learn how to help with camp activities, work with younger campers, and of course, have all the camp fun ziplining, climbing, slingshots, archery, canoeing on the pake and exploring the great outdoors! ❧ award/patch: LEAP

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CIT 1

GRADES 10-12 | 8 DAYS | WEEK 4+ WEEKEND TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Do you love the adventures of camp? Do you want to develop your leadership skills? CIT 1 offers the best of both worlds–you’ll get to experience all the fun camp activities AND learn about leadership, teamwork, child development and more as you assist the counselors. You’ll engage younger campers in their units and program areas, and complete a service project on camp. ❧ award/patch: CIT 1 Pin

CIT 2

GRADES 11-12 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 2 and 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

If you have completed CIT 1 you may be ready for CIT 2! Further develop your leadership, teamwork and teaching skills this summer. Based on your interests and strengths, you’ll choose a specific focus area. Learn how to confidently develop and deliver program to younger campers. Enjoy an outof-camp overnight adventure and complete a service project to benefit the camp community. Enhance your confidence and exert your independence by helping others this summer! ❧ award/patch: CIT 2 Pin

CIT 3

GRADES 12 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 1, 5, 6 or 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$80

$100

$130

If you have completed CIT 1 and CIT 2, you may be ready for CIT 3! This program allows you to work in units alongside counselors or specialize in select program areas. prerequisite: CIT 2

CIT 3

GRADES 12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2, 3, 4 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$80

$100

$130

If you have completed CIT 1 and CIT 2, you may be ready for CIT 3! This program allows you to work in units alongside counselors or specialize in select program areas. prerequisite: CIT 2

“I love that at camp, you can just be yourself and not have to worry about popularity.”

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SESSION DATES WEEK 1: May 31 - June 5

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WEEK 2: June 7-12

sun-fri

WEEK 3: June 14-19

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WEEK 4: June 21-26

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WEEK 6: July 6-10

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WEEK 7: July 12-17

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WEEK 8: July 19-22

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THEME WEEKS WEEK 1: Outer Space WEEK 2: Wonderland WEEK 3: Animal Safari WEEK 4: International WEEK 6: Superhero WEEK 7: Magic WEEK 8: Neon 1980s

ADDITIONAL CAMP ACTIVITIES Activities included in all sessions: » Ceramics clay/painting bisque » Hiking » Arts & Crafts » Sleeping Under the Stars » Outdoor Cooking » Nature Education » Tie-dye bring light-colored item » Play Space K-5th grade » Archery 2nd grade +

CONTACT INFO mkeefer@girlscoutsaz.org 775 N Camp Willow Springs Rd Prescott, AZ 86305 928-778-5127 year-round

32602-452-7180

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WILLOW SPRINGS PROGRAM CENTER PRESCOTT, ARIZONA

Willow Springs is a 194-acre camp nearly surrounded by the beautiful Prescott National Forest at an elevation of 6,000 feet with pine, juniper, oak, and boulder fields. Willow Springs offers activities focused on the outdoors and the arts.

Campers stay in modern cabins with electricity and flushing toilets, fire-pits, and covered program ramadas, as well as one unit with yurts and another for tent camping. Counselors live nearby in a separate cabin/tent/yurt, depending on the unit. Camp facilities include the lodge, low and high challenge courses, outdoor play space, wellness center, a ceramics studio, arts & crafts, tie-dye, and miles and miles of scenic hiking trails. All activities are weather permitting.

WHAT'S NEW IN 2020?

We listened to our campers and will install clocks at all program ramadas, signs noting the location of hammock city and pavilion, and more options at the play space. This summer there are options for shorter weeks at camp at a lower cost, as well as combined favorite sessions with others such as “Lush Hammock for Life” (formerly Life is Lush & Hammock Hangout) and “Academy of Magic and Spells” (formerly Academy of Magic & Magic Spells). We’ve also added slingshots!

MULTI GRADE

SPIRITED AWAY CAMPICON COSPLAY

sessions for

MULTI-LEVEL GIRL SCOUTS

DISCOVER AVIATION 1

GRADES 7-12 | 8 DAYS | WEEK 2 + WEEKEND TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$545

$680

$885

Learn about navigation, weather, aerodynamics, and aircraft systems, as well as traffic control, airports and careers. You’ll get to practice piloting an aircraft in simulators and log time piloting an actual plane on the last day of camp. Instructors are experienced female pilots who are a part of an organization known as the Ninety-Nines! This session includes off-site field trips. prerequisite: Girls must be at least 13. ❧ award/patch: Discover Aviation Patch

GRADES 6-10 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Science fiction and tales of the bizarre await you at camp. The Japanese art of animation is an epic form of storytelling. Bring your sketchbook and ideas for how to express and create your own anime story, as well as become a character. Bring your favorite costume and create your own stories with video or written sketches. Use cosplay to interact with one another and host a convention of fellow artists. ❧ award/patch: Comic Artist Badge

BIG SIS LIL SIS

GRADES K-12 | 3 DAYS | JULY 17-19 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$100

$125

$165

Spend the weekend with the coolest person ever – YOUR SISTER! Experience a sampling of the most popular activities like hammocking, ceramics, dance, drama and more! Sisters or cousins of various grade levels are welcome to attend together.

DISCOVER AVIATION 2

GRADES 8-12 | 8 DAYS | WEEK 2 + WEEKEND TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$545

$680

$885

Are you ready for more aero-adventure? After taking Discover Aviation I (last summer or a previous summer), get ready for the aviation world to blow your mind. Learn about jet engines, robotics, advanced Air Traffic Control, weather and more. Join us for the next step in your summer camp aviation experience and log additional time flying an airplane! This session includes off-site field trips. prerequisite: Discover Aviation I summer session.

❧ award/patch: Big Sis Lil Sis Patch

GRADES 2-3

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT BROWNIES

❧ award/patch: Women Fly Patch

MAGIC FOREST FAIRLYAND GRADES 2-3 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1

“The camp counselors are excellent role models for my daughter! They demonstrate what it means to be a leader, take responsibility, and solve problems while having a whole lot of fun!”

POTTER’S COMPASS

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

You’ll unravel stories and clues to hidden treasures, create lightning, find your magical name and powers, make a magic wand, personalize a wizarding cloak and go on a quest! ❧ award/patch: Home Scientist Badge

BROWNIE ADVENTURE

GRADES 8-12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4

GRADES 2-3 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 8

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

$280

$350

$455

Combine ceramics and self-discovery in a week of self-care and art-making.

You’ll create a variety of clay projects including slab, coil, sculpture, and wheel. Tell your story through your art and spend time in the forest calming your nervous system and learning self-care techniques. ❧ award/patch: Willow Ceramics Patch

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Hike, play, cook outdoors, sleep outdoors, spend time in ceramics and craft your way through camp. There are boulders to explore, songs to sing, and new things to discover! Girls will learn foundational camping skills like Leave No Trace outdoor ethics, building a fire safely, and tying a clove-hitch knot. ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

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GRADES 4-5

SECRET AGENT HERO ACADEMY

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT JUNIORS

ARCHER ARTIST OF THE WILLOW GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Discover the life of an elvin warrior princess. Combining archery and art, you’ll learn how to weave, hone skills in archery, and create your elvin persona with a unique name and crown. ❧ award/patch: Outdoor Art Explorer Badge

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Bring your personal power and join fellow superheroes where you will learn about camouflage, the art of stealth and awareness, self-defense, solving mysteries, and test your skills on the low challenge course. You’ll also personalize your look with a mask and cape. ❧ award/patch: Detective Badge

CLAY & PLAY IN-TENTS

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Stay in a tent all week, play in the outdoors, hike the perimeter trail, and create with clay. This session focuses on pottery and outdoor exploration.

Campers will be staying in provided tents (not in cabins).

GIRLS OUTDOORS - CHEF

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

❧ award/patch: Trail Adventure Badge

GO! Sleep in a tent, cook your own food, and plan your camp schedule in a small group setting. Hone your outdoor skills: fire, water, shelter-building, lashing and knots. You’ll cook with propane stoves, solar ovens, and enjoy the great outdoors! Campers will be staying in provided tents (not cabins). ❧ award/patch: Simple Meals Badge

FISH TALES

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

It’s time to go fishing! Bring your daypack and water bottle and we’ll take you on fishing adventures! You’ll travel to nearby lakes to learn how to catch a fish (and other animals living in the stream), observe nature, and make your own fishing pole. Includes off-site field trips to lakes in Prescott and Sedona. Campers will be staying in provided tents (not cabins). ❧ award/patch: Stream Girls Patch

FORT BUILDING HAMMOCK PARTY

JUNIOR EXPERIENCE

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 or 4

GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Experience all the elements–walk the earth and blaze a trail, feel the wind in your hair as you climb boulders, work with others on the low challenge course and observe the fire of distant stars. You’ll hike the entire perimeter trail and cook outdoors, so bring a friend and experience it all!

DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

What if we made forts out of sheets? And then built castles out of cardboard? And then made little shelters in the woods? We’ll have parties in all of them! Sounds like a whole lotta awesome...discover the fine art of fort-building as well as hike, explore and sleep in hammocks that you can take back home with you. ❧ award/patch: Product Designer Badge

❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

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TIER 1

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

ACADEMY OF MAGIC AND SPELLS GRADES 4-5 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Join our school of magic, science, spells, and wonder to learn more about potions, and transfiguration! Make your own wand and play a game of quidditch. Combine wild plant oils with oil or lotion and personalize your very own cloak. ❧ award/patch: Magic Academy Patch

ACTING OUT! AND MAKING TREBLE GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$315

$395

$515

Do you dream of being on stage, dressing up, wearing stage make-up and costumes? Whether it’s dancing, drama, singing, or shennanigans, this is the session for you! Your group will act as different characters, create a play, song or dance, and go scavenging for costumes, and stay up late.

You’ll also put on a group performance at the end of camp! ❧ award/patch: Playing the Past Badge

GRADES 6-8

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT CADETTES

ADVENTURE SQUAD

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Leap through the air with ease as your team of new friends cheers you on!

In addition to experiencing low and high challenge courses, you’ll hike the perimeter trail, practice outdoor skills, and stay up late.

JUNIOR EXPERIENCE

GRADES 4-5 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$315

$395

$515

Experience all the elements–walk the earth and blaze a trail, feel the wind in your hair as you climb boulders, work with others on the low challenge course and observe the fire of distant stars. You’ll hike the entire perimeter trail and cook outdoors, so bring a friend and experience it all! ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

“Spending time with adventurous new friends helps build better people.”

ART ATTACK

❧ award/patch: Trail Adventure Badge

CULINARY QUESTERS

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1 or 7 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Try your hand at being a chef! Learn to create tasty foods and put your cooking skills to action using solar ovens, box ovens, and a camp stove.

You’ll be equipped with recipes and ingredients, and will make your own apron and recipe book. ❧ award/patch: New Cuisines Badge

FRIENDS AND FUN

GRADES 4-5 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 8

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

$370

$460

$600

Work with fabric and make a pillowcase and bag, celebrate art with a group project, make jewelry and hair accessories, and spend time in the forest painting and relaxing. ❧ award/patch: Drawing Badge

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Chill out in cabins, saunter in the woods, sway in a hammock, sleep-in, stay up late, share your story, make new friends, and get creative with hair chalk and hand-crafted accessories. ❧ award/patch: Friends and Fun Patch

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HIGH FLYIN’ TOUGH TREKKERS

GRADES 6-8 | 13 DAYS | WEEK 2 and 3

LUSH HAMMOCK LIFE

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 or 4

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$790

$985

$1,285

$370

$460

$600

Earth and Sky meet! Climb and experience the high challenge course, learn all the things you need to know about backpacking, and go on an overnight backpacking adventure. You’ll learn how to cook on a camp stove, purify water, and read a map and compass. Summit a local mountain, develop teambuilding skills, explore the forest at night, stay up late and rise with the sun. All campers must have a 40-50 liter backpack, sleeping pad and compressible sleeping bag. Camp can provide a backpack and sleeping pad for campers upon request. Includes one off-site hiking adventure.

Do you enjoy relaxing with your feet up and reading a good book? How does swayin’ in a hammock sound? Life is Lush when you can let out your inner girl power while pampering yourself at camp! Express yourself with cool new hair wraps, create lip gloss and lotion, and develop your own line of homemade facial scrubs. ❧ award/patch: Science of Happiness Badge

❧ award/patch: Trailblazing and Primitive Camper Badge

UP IN THE TREES

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 2 or 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Spend some time in the trees! With a supportive team, immerse yourself in the low and high challenge courses. You’ll also hike, get artistic in ceramics, create art from trees, and experience the zipline with the soft light of glow sticks illuminating your adventure. ❧ award/patch: Trees Badge

MISCHIEF MANAGED

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Mischief abounds at camp while learning about hidden clues and riddles.

Challenges and obstacles await as you weave through the forest and work with others to design a secret map and send your teammates on a thrilling adventure. You’ll also experience the high challenge course by day and night. Be prepared to go on a secret mission and make your own wand. ❧ award/patch: Mischief Managed Patch

“There’s something for everyone at camp!”

CADETTE EXPLORER

CADETTE EXPLORER

GRADES 6-8 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

$315

$395

$515

It’s all about friendship and exploring all of camp! You and your friends will design your own camp schedule and experience everything Willow Springs has to offer. You can go hammocking, shoot archery, make something in ceramics, take on low and high challenge courses, arts & crafts, dance, drama, hiking and fiber arts. Plus, stay up late and have a sleep-in breakfast. ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

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DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

It’s all about friendship and exploring all of camp! You and your friends will design your own camp schedule and experience everything Willow Springs has to offer. You can go hammocking, shoot archery, make something in ceramics, take on low and high challenge courses, arts & crafts, dance, drama, hiking and fiber arts. Plus, stay up late and have a sleep-in breakfast. ❧ award/patch: Discover Camp! Patch

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

MISCHIEF MANAGED

FRIENDS AND FUN

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6

GRADES 6-8 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 8

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$315

$395

$515

$280

$350

$455

Mischief abounds at camp while learning about hidden clues and riddles.

Challenges and obstacles await as you weave through the forest and work with others to design a secret map and send your teammates on a thrilling adventure. You’ll also experience the high challenge course by day and night. Be prepared to go on a secret mission and make your own wand.

Chill out in cabins, saunter in the woods, sway in a hammock, sleep-in, stay up late, share your story, make new friends, and get creative with hair chalk and hand-crafted accessories. ❧ award/patch: Friends and Fun Patch

❧ award/patch: Mischief Managed Patch

OLYMPUS GODDESS

GRADES 6-8 | 4 DAYS | WEEK 8

UA ACADEMY

GRADES 6-8 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$315

$395

$515

Come to camp for a challenge-seeking adventure – discover your heroine quirk, test your skills against “villians,” take on the low and high challenge courses, build a fort, and explore the forest at night. Plus, stay up late and rise with the sun.

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$280

$350

$455

Calling all goddesses! Learn to shoot archery and observe wild animals like Artemis, solve riddles and problems like Athena, spend time in nature with Juniper, identify wild plants like Demeter, and learn other skills of a goddess. Consult the Oracle and go on a camp quest the final day of camp. ❧ award/patch: Goddess Patch

❧ award/patch: Special Agent Patch

HOLLYWOOD SHOWCASE

GRADES 6-8 | 10 DAYS | WEEK 7 and 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$665

$830

$1,080

A cappella, dance, drama, find it here! Explore life on the stage and screen by honing acting skills through improvisation games, and develop a showcase including dancing, singing, skits and more! Then, show off all you’ve learned in a performance at camp. ❧ award/patch: Screenwriter Badge

PROGRAM AIDE (PA) TRAINING GRADES 6-8 | 3 DAYS | JUNE 26-28 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$100

$125

$165

If you are interested in developing more leadership skills and working with younger Girl Scouts, Program Aide Training will support your next steps.

Learn how to help GS Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors earn Journey awards and badges. Training will also cover Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE), characteristics of younger Girl Scouts, planning and safety. PA pin awarded after completing six activity sessions and submitting session log after the session. ❧ award/patch: Program Aide Pin

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LEAP

GRADES 9-12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 3 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Have you always dreamed of being a summer camp staff member? This is the first step! The LEAP session will give you a chance to start developing the leadership skills necessary to become a camp counselor. You’ll learn to help with camp activities, work with younger camper and have fun!

Campers will stay in yurts (not cabins). ❧ award/patch: LEAP Patch

GRADES 9-12

sessions for

GIRL SCOUT SENIORS & AMBASSADORS

WONDER WOMAN

GRADES 9-12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

Experience physical challenges and outdoor survival. Practice self-defense, archery, and working with knives. Create your own warrior princess look.

Campers will stay in yurts (not cabins).

CIT 1

GRADES 10-12 | 8 DAYS | WEEK 2+ WEEKEND TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$480

$600

$780

Do you love the adventures of camp? Do you want to develop your leadership skills? CIT 1 offers the best of both worlds. Experience all the fun camp activities AND learn about leadership, teamwork, and child development as you assist counselors. You’ll engage younger campers in their units and the program areas, and complete a service project about camp. CITs sleep in the yurts in the Pima Unit. ❧ award/patch: CIT 1 Pin

❧ award/patch: Wonder Woman Patch

R.O.A.R. (RADICAL OUTDOOR ADVENTURE REVIVAL) GRADES 9-12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 4 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$380

$475

$615

Are you looking for challenging opportunities, combined with new experiences in the outdoors? Join us for a week-long adventure in the trees, working with your cabinmates on the low challenge course. Go adventure hiking through the forest on the search for boulders, visit an indoor climbing gym to further your climbing skills, and sleep under the stars. Includes one off-site field trip. Campers will be staying in provided tents (not in cabins).

CIT 2

GRADES 11-12 | 11 DAYS | WEEK 7 and 8 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$370

$460

$600

If you have completed CIT 1 then you may be ready for CIT 2! Further your leadership, teamwork and teaching skills this summer. You’ll choose a specific focus area based on your interests and strengths. Learn how to confidently develop and deliver program to younger campers. Visit another camp and complete a service project to benefit the camp community.

Enhance your confidence and exert your independence by helping others this summer! CITs sleep in the yurts in the Pima Unit. prerequisite: CIT 1 ❧ award/patch: CIT 2 Pin

❧ award/patch: Climbing Adventure Badge

CIT 3

DIY “SEW MUCH FUN”

GRADES 12 | 6 DAYS | WEEK 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 or 8

GRADES 9-12 | 5 DAYS | WEEK 6 TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$315

$395

$515

Learn to pattern and sew and create cool accessories. Make a pillow, skirt, and a bag to take home. Learn how to hand stitch, crotchet, and how a sewing machine works. Spend time with fellow cabin mates and stay up late. Campers will stay in yurts (not cabins).

TIER 1

TIER 2

TIER 3

$80

$100

$130

If you have completed CIT 1 and CIT 2, then you may be ready for CIT 3! This program allows you to work in units alongside counselors or specialize in select program areas. prerequisite: CIT 2

❧ award/patch: DIY Diva Patch

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DISCOVER CAMP! PROGRAMS

ADVENTURE PROGRAMS

LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

CAMPER INSPIRED PROGRAMS

WEEKEND, TROOP & FAMILY CAMPS PAYSON & PRECOTT, ARIZONA

WILLOW TURNS 50 - CAMP STAFF ALUMNI WEEKEND @ WILLOW SPRINGS ADULTS ONLY | JUNE 19-21 | $50 per person

If you have worked at Willow Springs in the past 50 years, we invite you to camp for a weekend of connection with fellow staff alums! Enjoy your favorite camp activities, go get to know each other with teambuilding games, paint a tile in ceramics, explore the forest, and so much more. ❧ award/patch: Willow 50 Patch

WHOPPER WEEKEND @ WILLOW SPRINGS

GRADES K-2 + ADULTS | JUNE 26-28 | $100 per person Adults and girls attend camp together (troops are welcome) in cabins, as well as enjoy meals and evening activities together. Saturday activities for adults and girls are separate. Adults choose one training and girls choose either training (if they meet the age requirements) OR the "Outdoor Art" Badge program for their Girl Scout Level. Adult training classes include: Backpacking Instructor (prerequisite: TCC1, TCC2, 15 years and above. Girls must attend with an adult), Troop Camp Certification 2 (prerequisite: TCC1 and 14 years and above), First Aid & CPR (15 years and above), Archery Level One Instructor (15 years and above), or Advanced Outdoor Cooking (prerequisite: TCC 1, TCC2, and 15 years and above). Backpacking & Archery participants will meet on Friday night for 2 hours as a requirement for the training. ❧ award/patch: Whopper Weekend Patch

DAISY & BROWNIE OUTDOOR JOURNEY @ WILLOW SPRINGS GRADES 2-3 + ADULTS | JULY 10-12 | $100 per person

Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies and leaders, join us to earn the full Outdoor Journey Award. Girls will hike the land and learn and practice outdoor safety.

Girl Scout Brownies will read a map, learn about first aid, and take action at camp. Girl Scout Daisies will also create art in nature. ❧ award/patch: Daisy Outdoor Journey Badges: Outdoor Art Maker, Buddy Camper, Take Action / Brownie Outdoor Journey Badges: First Aid, Hiker, Cabin Camper, Take Action

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DAISY ADVENTURE @ CAMP MARIPAI

GRADES K-1 + ADULTS | JUNE 6 | $45 per person Discover what camp is all about by exploring the creek, singing songs, playing games, making crafts, horse back riding, painting horses and more!

Troops are ok to register, but a 1:1 girl/adult ratio must be followed for riding lesson. Daisy rides only. ❧ award/patch: Daisy Day Camp Patch

FAMILY CAMP @ CAMP MARIPAI

GRADES K-12 + ADULTS | JULY 10-12 | $100 per person Is your family looking for a fun camping adventure this summer, without having to load up the car with trained adults, tents, tons of food and games?

We'll provide lodging, food and programming. This includes archery, arts & crafts, hiking, one riding lesson, and more! You get to choose the schedule on the day of your arrival. A 1:1 girl/adult ratio must be followed for K-1 riding lessons. Families will be housed in rustic cabins, with separate bathhouses for males and females. We encourage families to share cabins – communicate with the Camp Director whether this works for you or not. ❧ award/patch: Camp Maripai Family Camp Patch

FAMILY DAY @ CAMP MARIPAI!

GRADES K-12 + ADULTS | JUNE 28 | $45 per person Join us for an outdoor adventure! Bring your family and friends to explore nature and go on a hike, participate in archery, horseback riding, and more!

You'll sign up for the activities you want to do. Girls will have the priority for riding and archery lessons. A 1:1 girl/adult ratio must be followed for K-1 riding lessons. ❧ award/patch: Camp Maripai Family Camp Patch

OPEN HOUSE OVERNIGHT @ SHADOW RIM

GRADES K-12 + ADULTS | MAY 24-25 | $75 per person | tent camping available $70 per person Come early for the Open House and settle into your cabin for a cool overnight in the pines! In this mini-camp adventure, the whole family will get to stay in a rustic cabin and sample a few of our camp program activities offered during the summer. Choose from Naturalist/Hiking, Climbing, Canoeing, Heritage House, arts & crafts or archery! This is an excellent opportunity for first-time campers (and their families) to prepare for a full week away at camp! We'll supply dinner, campfire and breakfast! No troops please. ❧ award/patch: Shadow Rim Family Camp Patch

FAMILY CAMP @ SHADOW RIM

GRADES K-12 + ADULTS | JUNE 12-14 or JUNE 26-28 | $100 per person | tent camping available $90 per person Is your family looking for a fun camping adventure this summer, without having to load up the car with trained adults, tents, gear, games and food?

Family Camp is an opportunity for families to experience camp together, while we provide the planning, lodging, meals and activities! Choose from creek walking, hiking, archery, canoeing, climbing, and arts & crafts. Families will be housed in rustic cabins, with separate bathrooms for males and females. ❧ award/patch: Shadow Rim Family Camp Patch

BERRY FUN WEEKEND CAMP @ SHADOW RIM

GRADES K-12 + ADULTS | JULY 23-26 | $125 per person | tent camping available $110 per person In this 4-day extended weekend camp, you'll pick wild blackberries along Chase Creek and choose from camp activities like creek walking, hiking, archery, canoeing, climbing and arts & crafts. All without having to load up the car with trained adults, tents, gear, games and food! This weekend camp is an opportunity for families and troops to experience camp together. Families and troops will be housed in rustic cabins, with separate bathrooms for males and females. ❧ award/patch: Berry Fun Weekend Patch

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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT GIRL SCOUT CAMP? Must my camper be a Girl Scout to attend camp?

No! All girls are welcome to attend Girl Scout Camp. Campers not currently registered as Girl Scout members will add the $35 membership fee to their camp registration. The Girl Scout membership will carry through the entire next membership year. Campers must have a membership to be covered for insurance purposes. Campers are eligible to participate in any Girl Scout activities they’d like to join through September 2021 without paying additional member fees! For more information about year-round Girl Scout opportunities, contact reghelp@girlscoutsaz.org.

Is financial aid available?

Camperships are available and are awarded based on financial need. Award letters are processed after cookie program incentives are awarded, around the beginning of April.

Campers applying for camperships must register for a camp session and pay the non-refundable 10% deposit for weeklong camps (4 days or longer) or $10 per person deposit for Troop/Family Camps before submitting the financial assistance application. Campership forms are available at girlscoutsaz.org/campership.

Can my camper be in the same unit as her friend or sister?

A camper may request up to two “buddies” when registering for camp. All campers must register for the same program or session at the same camp. Make sure your camper and her buddies (and parent/guardian) are planning this together. We cannot accommodate larger requests for buddies due to cabin sizes and intention of campers making new friends.

What is the process for Counselor in Training 3 (CIT 3)?

If you have completed CIT 1 and CIT 2, then you may be ready for CIT 3. If you attend for consecutive weeks, you may be required to go home on the weekends, depending on weekend camp activities and at each Camp Director’s discretion. You no longer need an interview or application to register for the program.

Can my troop sign up to be together and be in the same cabin or unit?

We have summer sessions available for troops and families where they can be in the same cabin or cabin unit. However, during our residential sleep-away camp sessions, requests for more than two buddies cannot be accommodated.

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What is the waitlist process?

When a camper is on the waitlist, no payment is required. When a spot becomes available, an email will be sent to register and pay for the session within 24 hours. Please check your email frequently to ensure you don’t miss an opportunity to register when a spot is available.

Can my camper bring their phone or smartwatch to camp?

DO NOT send phones, Apple watches, tablets, iPods, or other electronic devices to camp with your camper. Camp is an opportunity for campers to “unplug” and connect with themselves, their new friends and nature. Any electronic devices brought to camp will be placed in the camp office until the end of the camper’s session. Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council is not responsible for any missing or damaged personal items.

Do you permit visitors to camp?

Each camp property hosts an Open House where families and guests can tour camp, speak with the Camp Director and meet the camp staff. Visitors are not permitted on site while camp is in session.

How can I stay in touch with my camper while they are at camp?

Your camper would LOVE to get mail while at camp! Send packages and letters a week before their camp session to ensure they arrive on time. You may also drop off packages and letters at the bus drop-off or the registration table at camp. They will be distributed throughout the week. Please clearly label all items with the camper’s name, session name, and day of delivery. Remember, no food with nuts.

Can I call the camp to check on my camper?

Of course! If you have any questions, concerns, or need reassurance that your camper is doing well, call or email the camp director.

Rest assured that we will reach out to you in the event we need to provide extra support for your camper due to homesickness, illness, behavior, or (in rare cases) serious injury.

What happens if my camper needs medical attention while at camp?

A Health Supervisor is on-site at each camp and oversees the routine health care and administration of medications for all campers and staff. A physician is on call. Medications are distributed in the morning, at lunch, dinner, night, and if required at a specific time.

Make sure you note this in your camper’s health form. Parent/guardians will be notified in the event of an emergency, if their camper requires additional medical attention at the nearest hospital/clinic, or if their camper spends a night in the Wellness Center.

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What if my camper needs special accommodations?

We are committed to ensuring that all girls have a positive camp experience. If your camper needs additional support to be successful, please contact the Camp Director, and we will work with you to make sure we can provide that support. This includes, but is not limited to, dietary needs, allergies, specific health care needs, and mobility limitations. Your camper must be able to shower and dress themselves and be supported and supervised in Girl Scout adult to camper ratio.

What if my camper has dietary needs?

If your camper has unique food allergies or special dietary needs, please contact the Camp Director. Since our food is ordered before each camp session and meals are typically planned well in advance, notifying the Camp Director right away is important. We will work with you to find the best possible solution to your camper's needs. These solutions may include families supplying unique and hard to find foods to supplement your camper's diet. Our camps are “nut aware.” We do not serve peanut butter in our dining hall, and prepared meals are checked for items that contain any possibility of nuts. We recommend that you list dietary needs on the health history forms during the registration process to help the camp team serve your camper in the best possible way.

Where will my camper sleep while at camp?

Campers sleep in cabins that are grouped into units. Each camp facility is different, and the structure of the cabins and units are not all the same. Counselors live in a separate cabin near the camper cabins.

Campers sleeping in tents, hammocks, or yurts will be specified in the program description, and those sleeping locations may or may not have access to electricity or indoor bathrooms.

CABIN STYLE

PARSONS

CAMP MARIPAI

WILLOW SPRINGS

Modern

Rustic

Modern

SHADOW RIM Rustic (except Wayfarers Unit)

A/C IN CABINS ELECTRICITY IN CABINS CABIN BEDS

bunk beds

single beds

CABIN SIZE

10 beds

5 beds

UNIT BATHROOM LOCATION TOILET TYPE TENT CAMPING YURT CAMPING HAMMOCK CAMPING SLEEPING UNDER THE STARS – on a tarp in open field

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(except Wayfarers Unit)

inside cabin flushing

mix of bunk beds and single beds 8-10 beds (30 beds in one unit)

single platform bed with 3” foam mattress 5 beds

close proximity to cabins close proximity to cabins close proximity to cabins flushing

flushing

flushing in all units + addt’l composting in 2 units

CAN’T WAIT FOR SUMMER?

Check out these awesome programs!

TASTE OF SHADOW TROOP CAMP May 1-3 2020 @ Shadow Rim Ranch

TROOP CAMPING Our camps are available for rent throughout the year, and troops are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity. For more info and availability, visit girlscoutsaz.org/encampments.

SPRING & FALL HORSE PROGRAMS March-May and September-October @ Camp Maripai Weekend programs for troops, encampment or individuals. For more information, visit girlscoutsaz.org/horseprograms.

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS AFTER SUMMER! TROOP CAMP August 26-28, 2020 @ Willow Springs Program Center

JAMBOREE September 11-13, 2020 @ Lyman Lake State Park, St. John, AZ

GIRL SCOUT NATIONAL CONVENTION October 22-27, 2020 @ Orlando, FL

For more opportunities and to sign-up, visit girlscoutsaz.org/activities.

WE’RE HIRING!

Do you know someone who would like to live and work in the cool pines this summer? Or maybe want a fun summer experience working with youth in Phoenix? We’re currently hiring for all positions, including Nurses, Counselors, Program Instructors, Unit leaders, Bus Coordinators, and Admin staff.

You do not have to be a Girl Scout alum or former CIT to apply. We encourage anyone who has a passion for the outdoors, working with children, and providing a great summer camp experience to apply.

Learn more and apply at girlscoutsaz.org/work-at-camp

NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

PAID PHOENIX, AZ PERMIT NO. 974

119 E Coronado Road Phoenix, AZ 85004 girlscoutsaz.org/camp

Be Prepared at Camp...

BRING A CAMP KIT! Kits are available for purchase when registering for camp and are a great way to make sure campers have what they need for their sessions!

A camp t-shirt, set of postcards, patch, and camp kit are available for purchase during your registration process. Any purchased t-shirts, postcards, and patch will be given to your camper at camp. Generally Camp Kits will be mailed directly to campers at home before their camp session starts. But if a Camp Kit order is placed within two weeks of the camp session, the kit will be sent directly to camp for them!

T-shirts, postcards, and patches are also available for purchase at the Trading Post at each camp location. Camp Kits can be purchased at the Council Shop.

Campers attending multiple camp sessions will only need one camp kit.

Camp Kit #1 » backpack » water bottle » bottle holder

» flashlight » journal w/ pen

Camp Kit #2 everything in Camp Kit #1 PLUS » hat » sunglasses » plush

25

$

48

$

» light-up wristlet » plate set w/ bag » activity book