Camp Amity Acres Camp Guide Summer 2021

GET OUT & EXPLORE! JOIN US FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER! June 21 – August 20, 2021 • Camp Amity Acres – 133 Jones Road, Waretown

TABLE OF CONTENTS: WELCOME...........................page 3 About Girl Scout Camp Girl Scout Mission Girl Scout Promise Girl Scout Law

HEALTH & SAFETY...........page 4 LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES..............page 5 Camp Program Aide (CPA) CPA Mentorship CPA Specialization

DAILY ACTIVITIES...........page 6 Amity Acres Camp Prices

BADGES & THEMES.........page 8 Camp Amity Acres 2021 Schedule

CAMP POLICIES & PRICING........................page 10 Not a Girl Scout? Not a problem!

Camp Registration Change Fees Payments and Medical Information Cancellations & Refunds Early Registration Savings & Perks

DISCOVER GIRL SCOUT CAMP................................page 12 Camper Reunion Camper Parent Info Sessions Camp Amity Acres Open House

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GIRL SCOUT MISSION Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

GIRL SCOUT PROMISE Going to camp is a big decision, now more than ever. At Camp Amity Acres, you can feel at ease, knowing your daughter is well cared for, happy, learning and exploring the great outdoors! She’ll have the time of her life discovering the wonders of nature, trying new things, making friends and much more.

Owned and operated by Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, Camp Amity Acres in Waretown provides outdoor activities and traditional summer camp experiences in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Our camp gives girls the space to discover a strong sense of self, gain practical life skills, become resourceful problem solvers, and cultivate healthy relationships. Girl Scout Camp will always be a place where girls can:

On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

GIRL SCOUT LAW I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

• EXPLORE THE GREAT OUTDOORS • GROW BY TRYING NEW THINGS • BUILD HER PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS • MAKE AWESOME NEW FRIENDS • BE A LEADER Camp Amity Acres is open to all girls, ages 3-15, and their sibling brothers, ages 3-12, for an unforgettable summer. You don’t have to be a Girl Scout to join the fun, so bring a friend!

For information about camp or to learn about how to join, volunteer, partner, or donate to Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, visit GSFun.org or call (800) 785-2090.

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HEALTH & SAFETY Safety is our top priority at camp. We have made accommodations to ensure the health and well-being of all campers, families, and staff while upholding our standard of quality care and outdoor fun! We know our children need camp more than ever for their physical, emotional and psychological well-being. We are the camp for you, and we thank you for choosing us.

• We had a successful, COVID-free 2020 summer season!

• All equipment will be sanitized after each use.

• Camp staff have completed courses, webinars and classes offered from the American Camp Association and other organizations about how to keep our campers safe this summer.

• Each unit will hold their own flag ceremony at their unit.

• Limited sized units of up to 20 campers optimize social distancing practices while keeping quality fun!

• Unit Leaders are equipped with hand sanitizer, sanitizing wipes, and a mask to help mitigate risk. They have been trained on how and when to use these supplies.

• Drop-off is carpool-line style. Upon arrival, we ask families to complete a brief health survey and take temperatures of campers. Campers will sanitize their hands before they enter camp.

• Campers wear masks when traveling through communal areas and when not socially distanced.

• Specialists utilize face shields and masks when instructing campers within 6-feet.

• A group (unit) will travel together for their activities and stay together all week and will not co-mingle with other units. Campers will sanitize their hands after each activity.

• Restrooms are equipped with cans of disinfectant and sanitizing wipes are at each restroom door so counselors can spray toilet handles, door handles and faucets.

• Pick-up is structured so adults will stay in their cars and have their campers brought to them.

• To ensure the safety of all campers, we ask that you practice safe social distancing while away from camp, use face-coverings and be aware of where you go.

• If your camper is ill or injured and needs to be sent home, you will be called and are required to make arrangements for your child to be picked up in a reasonable amount of time.

• If a child is ill, shows flu-like symptoms, has a fever or is vomiting, the camper MUST be picked up and cannot return to camp until she/he is symptom-free for 72 hours without medication.

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LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Girl Scout Camp is where girls thrive in the great outdoors, take on new challenges and gain leadership skills that last a lifetime.

Girls who grew up at Camp Amity Acres enjoy sharing their love of camp with the younger girls who follow in their footsteps.

Leadership opportunities for these girls are available during specific weeks of camp.

CPA SPECIALIZATION After completing their CPA training, girls can specialize in a specific area of camp.

Opportunities include archery and boating.

Upon completion, girls will receive their Counselor-In-Training II Pin.

CAMP PROGRAM AIDE (CPA) Girls, eighth grade and above, who train as a Camp Program Aide, learn more about themselves and strengthen their leadership skills in group dynamics, decision-making, and conflict resolution.

There is a strong emphasis on the learn-bydoing philosophy under the supervision of our experienced staff. Upon completion of CPA training, girls may apply for up to two weeks of CPA Mentorship and receive the Program Aide Pin and the Wonders of Water Leader in Action.

CPA MENTORSHIP Our CPA Mentorship program gives girls who have completed CPA training the opportunity to share their leadership and outdoor skills with younger campers under the guidance of experienced camp staff. Upon completing their two-week mentorship, girls will receive their Counselor-In-Training I Pin. A determination regarding CPA Mentorship will be made in the spring.

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DAILY ACTIVITIES It is difficult to predict the exact routine girls will follow at camp, parents and guardians can be confident that all safety precautions will be followed. During the 2020 camp season, we offered six weeks of adventure at Camp Amity Acres. Our campers were engaged, had fun, and, most importantly, no campers or staff were affected by COVID-19.

Based on our experiences, we know every camp day will begin with a health screening, followed by a review of the day’s activities with a camp counselor in the girl’s unit. Each day includes swimming and various additional activities, including archery, boating, nature exploration, arts and crafts and other team-building activities. If allowed, camp also offers a climbing wall, zipline and our NEW horizontal climbing wall.

Evening campfires and overnight activities may also be added as additional options. A determination regarding additional activities will be made in the spring.

AMITY ACRES CAMP PRICES

$230/$210*

CPA

$425

CPA

$125

SPECIALIZATION

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BASIC CAMP

“I love the mission and values of Girl Scouts as an organization. Camp is amazing!

Time spent outdoors in nature is critical right now.”

- Camp Amity Acres Parent

*Camp cost is prorated the week of July 5.

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“This camp is amazing. They keep kids busy during day and have excellent staff.”

- Camp Amity Acres Parent

Archery: Bullseye! With the help of a certified instructor, campers will get the opportunity to learn how to use a bow and improve their shooting technique safely.

Arts and Crafts: A variety of artistic opportunities are explored at camp.

Young artists also have the chance to paint, draw and complete classic camp crafts.

Boating: Under the supervision of trained specialists, campers learn how to boat and canoe safely as they paddle or row across the lake.

Girl Scout Badges: Exclusive to Girl Scout Camp! Girls in kindergarten through eighth grade can earn Girl Scout badges to place on their uniforms and wear all year round.

These badges are exclusive to Girl Scouts and are available to earn at Girl Scout Camp. All badges are listed on our activity grid.

Swimming: Every day, our campers have the opportunity to cool off in our pool while playing with their friends or swimming on their own.

Team-Building: Trust and teamwork are essential in life. Throughout our programming activities, we foster an environment that showcases the importance of working together in a fun and challenging way.

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2021 SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE BADGES AND THEMES Drip, Drip, Drop

WEEK ONE: JUNE 21-25

Creature Feature WEEK TWO: JUNE 28-JULY 2

America the Beautiful

WEEK THREE: JULY 5-9

House of Mouse

WEEK FOUR: JULY 12-16

D B J C

Rosie: Make the World a Better Place - Light Pink Petal Senses Gardener Field Day

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Clover: Use Resources Wisely - Green Petal

B J C L

Bugs Animal Habitats Animal Helpers

CPA Leadership & Mentorship

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Gloria: Respect Myself and Others - Purple Petal

B J C L

Eco Friend Eco Camper Eco Trekker

CPA Leadership & Mentorship

D B J C

Sunny: Friendly and Helpful - Yellow Petal Making Games Drawing Outdoor Art Apprentice

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D B J C L

CPA Specialization & Mentorship

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Mari: Responsible for What I Say and Do - Orange Petal

B J C

Making Friends Jeweler Science of Happiness

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Gerri: Respect Authority - Pink Petal

WEEK SEVEN: AUGUST 2-6

B J C

Dancer Playing the Past Trailblazing

The Muppet Show

D B J C

Lupe: Honest and Fair - Light Blue Petal Fair Play Outdoor Art Explorer Screenwriter

Hawaiian Holiday

D B J C

Vi: Be A Sister to Every Girl Scout - Violet Petal Outdoor Art Creator Flowers Cadette Girl Scout Way

Around the World Adventures

WEEK FIVE: JULY 19-23

Hooray for Holidays WEEK SIX: JULY 26-30

Blast from the Past

WEEK EIGHT: AUGUST 9-13

WEEK NINE: AUGUST 16-20

Tula: Courageous and Strong - Red Petal Fling Flyer Design Challenge Musician Finding Common Ground

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CAMP POLICIES AND PRICING Not a Girl Scout? No problem.

Girl Scout Camp is open to EVERY girl who wants to challenge herself in the outdoors!

A one-time $40 Seasonal Fee is required upon registration for ALL campers, this fee is non-refundable. After this fee is processed, any current registered Girl Scouts will receive a Girl Scout Membership Bonus Discount of $40 on their account.

Camp Registration Camp registration is completed online with our easy-to-use registration software. It’s simple! You will provide most necessary information online, except for our medical authorization form. If you have questions during the registration process, call (800) 785-2090. We are happy to help.

Change Fees A $15 change fee will be charged to camper accounts for each change to a camper’s schedule made after June 17, 2021.

Payments and Medical Information A $25 per week deposit (non-refundable) reserves your spot at Camp Amity Acres.

If offered, all equestrian sessions must be paid in full at the time of registration. All outstanding balances, waiver forms, and medical information are due two weeks before a camper’s first day at camp. After this date, a $25 late fee will be applied.

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“My daughter had a great time and loved all the staff. She said they are all so friendly and fun. The drop off and pick up was extremely well organized and took no time at all.”

- Camp Amity Acres Parent

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EARLY REGISTRATION SAVINGS AND PERKS The first 75 campers to register by March 1, 2021 will receive an exclusive camp swag item of the season!

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS Cancellations are refundable, with the exclusion of the seasonal fee, if made by March 1, 2021 Starting March 2, 2021, a non-refundable cancellation fee of $25 for each cancelled week will be applied to your account. All payments made to camp are non-refundable after June 1, 2021, excluding medical exceptions.

Refunds for medical reasons will be honored only if accompanied by a physician’s statement in writing that explicitly states when and why your child cannot participate.

50% refund will be provided if inclement weather forces camp to close for three or more days in a week.

Leader Discount Girl Scout leaders receive $15 off all full weeks of camp for their daughters for basic camp sessions only. Discount offers may not be combined.

Sibling Discount A second child receives $10 off full weeks of basic camp. $15 off full weeks is provided for the third child and beyond. Discount offers may not be combined.

Financial Assistance Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore ensures that all girls can experience the adventure at its summer camps by providing financial assistance to families in need. For more information, visit the camp website.

Refunds WILL NOT be given for days missed during a week, nor can missed days be ‘made up’ during another week.

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DISCOVER WHAT GIRL SCOUT CAMP IS ALL ABOUT! It’s never too early to think about summer. Join us and discover camp for yourself. Meet camp staff, learn about our exciting plans for the year, and ask our experienced staff questions.

To register, visit GSFun.org/Camp Register for any full week of basic camp within 48 hours of an open house or parent info session to save up to $90 on a fun-filled summer.

CAMPER REUNION Reunite with some of your camp friends and favorite counselors! Get a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2021!

Camp Amity Acres 133 Jones Road, Waretown Sat. Jan 9, 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

CAMP PARENT INFO SESSION Put on your digital hiking boots and join us for a virtual info session to learn more about Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s summer camps:

• Wed. Jan 27, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

• Tue. Feb 23, 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Register Online: gsfun.org/amityacres 2021 CAMP AMITY ACRES OPEN HOUSES Camp Amity Acres 133 Jones Road, Waretown Wed. Mar 24, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Sat. Apr 17, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Thu. May 13, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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