2025 Camp Guide
Memories Discovery B E S T S U M M E R E
Susan Douglas | CEO GSKWR
Department!
Note: Girl Scout program levels correspond to what grade you are in at school.
Sherri“Sky”Powers Camp&Outdoor ProgrammingDirector
Camping Opportunities
Day Camp
Perfect for day time adventure! Great option for campers that would like to enjoy camp but aren’t quite ready for the overnight experience.
Linda“Lightning”Gruben OutdoorProgram Coordinator
Overnight Camp
Get ready to gather around the camp fire and embrace a week of adventure! Overnight camp provides campers with a week long adventure away from home.
Troop and Service Unit Camping
Troops can reserve units for the spring, summer, and fall!
Daisy (K-1) Brownie (2-3)
Junior (4-5) Cadette (6-8)
Senior (9-10) Ambassador (11-12)
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Registration 101
How do you register for camp?
Click here to register through CampDoc!
Do you have to be a registered Girl Scout to go to camp?
Nope! When you register for camp, check “No, I’m not a Girl Scout.” There will be a $25 charge which will be used to become a Girl Scout member. Membership is good through September 30, 2025. Or, you can go ahead and register on your own!
How much does it cost to register for camp?
All campers pay a deposit fee of $50.
How much is a session at camp?
Sessions vary! Some sessions cost a little more to cover special supplies or offcamp adventures CIT sessions cost a little more as they are for more than one week
Q : A: Is there financial assistance available for camp? Yes! Financial assistance is available to registered Girl Scouts wanting to attend camp, based on financial need. Campers MUST have participated in the current year’s cookie or fall product sales.
Q : A: What are Camp Credits?
Your camper can earn Camp Credits worth $375 to help pay for camp. To earn Camp Credits, a camper needs to sell 1,200 boxes of cookies during cookie sales and set her goal for selling as Camp Credits! Formerly know as the “Golden Ticket”.
Get Packing!
Equipment
Sleeping Bag/Bedding
Blanket
Twin sheet
Pillow *no pillow provided*
Flashlight
Extra batteries
Reusable water bottle
Plastic tote or large duffel bag to keep items dry and organized
*For younger campers it is a good idea to place clothes in Ziploc bags with day it is for, for organization*
Clothing
Clothes - both warm and cold weather and an outfit for each day of the camp session
Two pairs of long pants (one can be leggings)
Underwear
Jacket/Sweatshirt
Rain Jacket/Poncho
Socks for each day
Pajamas
Bathing Suit
Shoes - need at least 2 pairs
Close-toed shoes - 1 pair needs to be tennis shoes or hiking boots
Water shoes - *Crocs don’t count - they need to stay on your feet!
Hygiene
Shower shoes
Toothbrush & Toothpaste
Comb/Brush
Deodorant
Shampoo/Conditioner
Body wash
Hair ties/Scrunchies
Feminine Hygiene Products
Towel/Washcloths
7:00AM: Rise and Shine!
DailySchedule
7:45 AM: Morning Flag Ceremony
8:00 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Unit Kapers - Clean bathrooms, shelter, cabins/tents
9:30 AM: Morning Activities
12:30 PM: Lunch
1:30 PM: Afternoon Activities
5:45 PM: Evening Flag Ceremony
6:00 PM: Dinner
7:00 PM: Unit Activites Mon.-Wed., closing skits and campfire on Thurs.
9:30-11:00 PM: Bedtime depending on age/group
Session 1 - Homesteading
Session 2 - Into the Wild
CampThemes
Session 3 - Earth, Water, Fire, Air
Session 4 - Three Day Summer Spectacular
Session 5 - Horizon Seekers
Session 6 - It’s My Life
Daily Themes
Monday - Crazy Hats
Tuesday - Crazy Socks
Wednesday - Camp Shirt Day
Thursday - Crazy Hair Day
2025 Overnight Camp Sessions Overview
*Full descriptions in following pages.
Grades listed are grades campers are entering in 2025-2026.
Session 1
June
8 - 13
Session 2
June 15-20
Session 3
June 22-27
Homesteading Week
Brownie Pioneers - 2nd & 3rd
Pioneer Quest - 4th & 5th
Pioneer Women - 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th
CIT 2 - 16+ y.o. and 11th and 12th grades
(2 week session)
Into the Wild Week
Where the Wild Things Are - 2nd & 3rd
Wild, Wacky, and Wonderful - 4th & 5th
Into the Wild - 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th
A Walk on the Wild Side - 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th - 10 day session!
CIT 2 - continued
Earth, Water, Fire & Air Week
In our Element - 2nd & 3rd
Elemental Exploration - 4th & 5th
G.I.R.L. on Fire - 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th
Aqua Adventure - 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th
A Walk on the Wild Side - continued
Session 4A
July 6-8 and
Session 4B
July 9-11
Session 5
July 13-18
Session 6
July 20-25
Three Day Summer Spectacular - All Ages with an Adult.
Horizon Seekers Week
Splash & Dash - 4th & 5th
Adventure Seekers - 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th
Aqua Adventure - 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th
CIT 1 - 15+ years old AND 9th, 10th, 11th
It’s My Life Week
Forest Fairies- 2nd & 3rd
Life is Good at Camp Judy Layne - 4th & 5th
It’s My Life! - 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th
CIT 1 continued
The first price listed is for registered Girl Scouts The second price is for non Girl Scouts with cost of membership added Prices do not include Kentucky Sales Tax
Sessions for Any Age Camper with an Adult
Three Day Summer Spectacular
Session 4A: July 6 - July 8 at Camp Judy Layne
Session 4B: July 9 - July 11 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $170/$195 per camper | $150 per adult
Is your camper not quite ready to come to camp by herself? Or do you want to share the experience with her? Or does your troop want to give summer camp a try together? Come to this special session for campers and adults. Campers must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The adult must also register. Campers can come with their mom, aunt, grandma, older sister, or leader (1:5 ratio). You will both get to take a hike, sing songs around a campfire, and challenge yourselves on the climbing tower.
Daisies
Three Day Summer Spectacular
Session 4A: July 6 - July 8 at Camp Judy Layne
Session 4B: July 9 - July 11 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $170/$195 per camper | $150 per adult
Is your camper not quite ready to come to camp by herself? Or do you want to share the experience with her? Or does your troop want to give summer camp a try together? Come to this special session for campers and adults. Campers must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The adult must also register. Campers can come with their mom, aunt, grandma, older sister, or leader (1:5 ratio). You will both get to take a hike, sing songs around a campfire, and challenge yourselves on the climbing tower.
Brownies
Brownie Pioneers
Session 1: June 8-13 at Camp Judy Layne Fee: $400/$425 per camper
Do you love stories like Little House on the Prairie about pioneer life? Come to Camp and make butter and candles, weave a mug rug, and play games like Hopscotch, Charades, and Blind Man’s Bluff. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities and will stay in a cabin.
Where the Wild Things Are
Session 2: June 15-20 at Camp Judy Layne Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Come to camp and explore to find where the wild things are. Some people like bugs and some don’t. Bugs help us in lots of really cool ways! Campers will earn the Bug Badge as they learn why frogs love flies, what bugs spread pollen and will make their own bug catcher. This session is filled with crafts and activities to help campers appreciate the outdoors. You will get in touch with your wild side by climbing the tower, playing games, and going hiking. Campers will also do traditional camp activities and will stay in a cabin.
In Our Element
Session 3: June 22-27 at Camp Judy Layne Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Are you curious about how things in nature work? Then come to this special session where you will do activities to learn about how earth, water, fire and air work. You will make a solar cooker and cook in it, stargaze, and your group will build a boat and see if it will stay afloat in the water. Campers will also get to participate in traditional camp activities. Campers will stay in a cabin.
Forest Fairies
Session 6: July 20-25 at Camp Judy Layne Fee: $375/$400 per camper
What would life be like if you were a fairy living in the forest at Camp Judy Layne?
Come to this new and exciting week at camp to discover the answer. You might have a tea party in the fairy garden. You might go to the creek and see if the fairies are there or hike to Lookout Point to see if the fairies are flying around the treetops over the valley. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities and will stay in a cabin.
The first price listed is for registered Girl Scouts. The second price is for non Girl Scouts with cost of membership added. Prices do not include Kentucky Sales Tax.
Juniors
Pioneer Quest
Session 1: June 8-13 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $400/425 per camper
Do you love stories like Little House on the Prairie about pioneer life? Come to camp and make butter and candles, weave a mug rug, cook over a fire, and play games like Hopscotch, Charades, and Blind Man’s Bluff. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities and will stay in a cabin.
Wild, Wacky, and Wonderful
Session 2: June 15-20 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/400 per camper
Come to camp, explore and find what kind of wild things live there. In this session you will learn about the forest habitat near camp, the animals that live there, play games about animals to discover more about them, and come up with ways to help protect their homes. Then take part in some of the wackiness at camp, like singing songs and doing skits all with wonderful friends old and new and counselors, for a week you will always remember. Campers will earn the Animal Habitats Badge and will stay in a cabin.
Elemental Exploration
Session 3: June 22-27 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/400 per camper
Are you curious about how things in nature work? Then come to this special session where you will do activities to learn about how earth, water, fire and air, the four things the ancient Greeks considered elements work. You will make a solar cooker and cook in it, stargaze, and your group will build a boat and see if it will stay afloat in the water. Campers will also get to participate in traditional camp activities. Campers will stay in a cabin.
The first price listed is for registered Girl Scouts. The second price is for non Girl Scouts with cost of membership added. Prices do not include Kentucky Sales Tax.
Juniors
Splash & Dash
Session 5: July 13-18 at Camp Judy Layne Fee: $375/400 per camper
Do you love water and playing games? Here’s the session for you! Spend time swimming at Cave Run Lake, canoeing on Cross Lake, playing in the splash zone, playing games and having a dance party. Learn some de-stressing and healthy eating tips to complete the Staying Fit Badge. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities and will stay in a cabin.
Life is Good at Camp Judy Layne
Session 6: July 20-25 at Camp Judy Layne Fee: $375/400 per camper
It’s the last week of camp, lets make it a great one! Come to Camp and join in on your favorite activities. You will go swimming at Cave Run Lake, climb the tower, hike a trail or two, sing songs around a campfire, make up a skit, and dance at our annual Glow Party and much more. Campers will participate in traditional camp activities and will stay in a cabin.
Cadettes
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Pioneer Women
*6th thru 10th
Session 1: June 8-13 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $400/$425 per camper
Do you wonder what life was like in the 1800s? Come to camp and live like a pioneer. You will make a candle, cook over a fire, sew or weave a mug rug, learn to find your way in the woods and play pioneer games. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities and will stay in Lookout tent unit.
Into the Wild
*6th thru 10th
Session 2: June 15-20 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Come to camp, explore and find what kind of wild things live there. Look for plants, bugs, and animals while getting in touch with your wild side by canoeing, climbing and hiking
Learn about Leave No Trace then go on a hike and use some of your new skills on the trail Campers will earn the Trees Badge and will stay in a cabin.
A Walk on the Wild Side
*7th thru 12th
Session 2: June 15-25 at Camp Judy Layne
10 day session! Fee: $700/$725 per camper
Are you ready to take camping to the next level? In this 10 day session, you will learn skills needed to backpack like filtering water, packing your pack, pitching your tent, then pack up and do a practice overnight at camp then go off camp and hike out to spend a couple nights on the trail. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities. Campers will need to bring a small sleeping bag that they can stuff in or tie onto a backpack. Campers will earn the Primitive Camper Badge. When not on the trail campers will stay in Lookout tent unit. Session will go through Wednesday June 25, 3pm.
G.I.R.L. on Fire
*6th thru 10th
Session 3: June 22-27 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Are you a G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk taker, and Leader)? Then come to this special session where you will do activities to learn about how earth, water, fire and air the four things the ancient Greeks considered elements work. You will make a solar cooker and cook in it, stargaze, and your group will build a boat and see if it will stay afloat in the water. Learn to make fire and see who can win a fire building competition. Campers will also get to participate in traditional camp activities. Campers will stay in Lookout tent unit.
Aqua Adventure
*8th thru 12th
Session 3: June 22-27 at Camp Judy Layne
Session 5: July 13-18 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $400/$425 per camper
Do you need adventure in and on the water to make this summer the best ever? Come to camp and go swimming, learn kayaking safety and kayak near Cave Run Lake, with a possible overnight kayak trip, and hang out in the evening around a campfire Campers will stay in a cabin
Cadettes
Adventure Seekers
*6th thru 10th
Session 5: July 13-18 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Come to camp looking for adventure and there is plenty to be found. Adventure can be found on land and on water, it is up to you! You may choose to challenge yourselves on the teams course, or go hiking, or canoe on Cross Lake, or zip off the tower, or stargaze on the pillow, or swim at Cave Run Lake. Campers will also enjoy traditional camp activities and will stay in cabin.
It’s My Life!
*6th thru 10th
Session 6: July 20-25 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Who will you be and what will you do when you grow up? During this session at camp, you will be exploring some life skills such as how to check your car’s oil and tire pressure, learn some basic sewing skills such as how to sew on a button or make a hem, and how to plan and cook a healthy meal In your leisure time you can take part in traditional camp activities like climbing the tower and making s’mores over a campfire. Campers will stay in a cabin.
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Seniors & Ambassadors
Pioneer Women
*6th thru 10th
Session 1: June 8-13 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $400/$425 per camper
Do you wonder what life was like in the 1800s? Come to camp and live like a pioneer You will make a candle, cook over a fire, sew or weave a mug rug, learn to find your way in the woods and play pioneer games. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities and will stay in Lookout tent unit.
Into the Wild
*6th thru 10th
Session 2: June 15-20 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Come to camp, explore and find what kind of wild things live there. Look for plants, bugs, and animals while getting in touch with your wild side by canoeing, climbing and hiking. Learn about Leave No Trace then go on a hike and use some of your new skills on the trail. Campers will earn the Trees Badge and will stay in a cabin.
A Walk on the Wild Side
*7th thru 12th
Session 2: June 15-25 at Camp Judy Layne **10-day session!
Fee: $700/$725 per camper
Are you ready to take camping to the next level? In this 10 day session, you will learn skills needed to backpack like filtering water, packing your pack, pitching your tent, then pack up and do a practice overnight at camp then go off camp and hike out to spend a couple nights on the trail. Campers will also participate in traditional camp activities. Campers will need to bring a small sleeping bag that they can stuff in or tie onto a backpack. Campers will earn the Primitive Camper Badge. When not on the trail campers will stay in Lookout tent unit Session will go through Wednesday June 25, 3pm
G.I.R.L. On Fire
*6th thru 10th
Session 3: June 22-27 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Are you a G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk taker, and Leader)? Then come to this special session where you will do activities to learn about how earth, water, fire and air the four things the ancient Greeks considered elements work You will make a solar cooker and cook in it, stargaze, and your group will build a boat and see if it will stay afloat in the water. Learn to make fire and see who can win a fire building competition. Campers will also get to participate in traditional camp activities. Campers will stay in Lookout tent unit.
Aqua Adventure
*8th thru 12th
Session 3: June 20-25 at Camp Judy Layne
Session 5: July 13-18 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $400/$425 per camper
Do you need adventure in and on the water to make this summer the best ever? Come to camp and go swimming, learn kayaking safety and kayak near Cave Run Lake, with a possible overnight kayak trip, and hang out in the evening around a campfire. Campers will stay in a cabin.
Seniors & Ambassadors
Adventure Seekers
*6th thru 10th
Session 5: July 13-18 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Come to camp looking for adventure and there is plenty to be found. Adventure can be found on land and on water, it is up to you! You may choose to challenge yourselves on the teams course, or go hiking, or canoe on Cross Lake, or zip off the tower, or stargaze on the pillow, or swim at Cave Run Lake. Campers will also enjoy traditional camp activities and will stay in cabin.
It’s My Life!
*6th thru 10th
Session 6: July 20-25 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $375/$400 per camper
Who will you be and what will you do when you grow up? During this session at camp, you will be exploring some life skills such as how to check your car’s oil and tire pressure, learn some basic sewing skills such as how to sew on a button or make a hem, and how to plan and cook a healthy meal. In your leisure time you can take part in traditional camp activities like climbing the tower and making s’mores over a campfire. Campers will stay in a cabin.
Seniors&Ambassadors Leadership Programs
Counselor-in-Training (CIT 2)
*16-17 Y/O & 11th or 12th grade
Sessions 1 & 2: June 8-20 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $525/$550 per camper
CIT 2 is a two-week session! Complete the transition from camper to counselor through the CIT Program. As a CIT 2, you will be sharpening your camp skills; working with younger campers and learning about camper behaviors and how to manage them; leading songs and games; activity and unit planning; activity implementation; and strengthening your leadership skills; learning to work with your peers, and the counselors at camp; and meeting challenges and reaching goals of your own. You may be invited to do an internship during session 3 after completing the 2 week session. CIT 2 will stay in the CIT tent unit. Must have previously completed CIT 1, complete the application and interview to attend. Campers will earn the CIT 2 Pin.
Counselor-in-Training (CIT 1)
*Must be at least 15 and complete an application and interview process.
Sessions 5 & 6: July 13-25 at Camp Judy Layne
Fee: $550/$575 per camper
This session is for campers who are ready to begin on the path to camp leadership. Topics covered in training include learning about characteristics of younger campers, core camp skills needed to be a great counselor, basic camp programming and how to lead songs and games. CIT I’s will spend nights in their own unit and receive ongoing supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Director, while building teamwork skills and working on individual goals. Campers will earn their CIT 1 pin and will stay in the CIT tent unit. You must fill out an application and do an interview before being able to sign up for CIT 1.
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Day Camp Sessions
Fayette/Jessamine County
Camp Shawano | Lexington, KY
June 2-6: Theme TBD
June 9-13: Theme TBD
June 16-20: Theme TBD
Scan or click the QR code for the Fayette/Jessamine County Day Camp Sessions!
Licking Valley
Location: TBD
June 2-6: Theme TBD
June 9-13: Theme TBD
Scan or click the QR code to register for Licking Valley Day Camps on the GSKWR website!
Camp Check-In
What can you expect at check-in?
Check-in begins at 4:00pm!
Please bring any paperwork that hasn’t been turned in.
Depending on the weather, check-in will either be outside or inside the Dining Hall.
You will receive your camper’s name tag & the instructions for check in on an index card.
The following three steps are listed on the index card. (You may complete the steps in any order.) After each step is completed, please have the staff initial the index card.
Stop at the trading post and drop off money and mail and pick up your camper’s T-shirt.
Stop by the Infirmary, meet the Camp Nurse, fill out camper’s Medication Log, and drop off any medicine.
Drive to the unit
Meet the staff and help your camper unload and move into her cabin or tent.
Review the Behavior Contract with your camper and staff. The Behavior Contract must be signed by both the camper and the guardian/parent.
On your way out of camp turn in the index card at the location where you received it.
Head home! Have a safe trip and we will see you at the end of the session.
Additional instructions for Parents/Guardians:
Before coming to camp, be sure to follow the emailed directions for checking for lice. This should be done a day or two before the camper is dropped off at camp. Please provide treatment, if necessary.
All medications (over the counter and prescription) need to be in their original containers. Please put containers in a Ziplock bag and labeled with camper’s name and session.
The camper must be brought to camp by an adult, even if the camper has a driver’s license.
Check-Out Procedures
What can you expect at check-out?
Check Out - Friday: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
*If you wish to pick up your camper earlier than the set time, please call the camp and ask to speak to the camp director or assistant director.*
*You MUST check in with an Administrative Staff at or near the Dining Hall before picking up your camper. You will be required to show your driver’s license (photo ID) before picking up your camper. If another person is to pick up your camper, they must be listed on the Camper Release Form with their driver’s license in CampDoc. If you need to add or delete someone, you can do it at check in.
Drive through check in with staff will be near or in the Dining Hall. You will be receiving leftover Trading Post money and camper’s medication(s).
Pick up your camper in their unit. You can drive there to get them. Load belongs and try to make sure they have everything.
You can stop by the Trading Post if you wish to after picking up your camper.
Lost and Found will be in the Dining Hall. Please check to be sure you camper hasn’t left anything behind.
Have a safe trip home and we will see you next year!
FAQ
Trading Post
The Trading Post is a place where campers can purchase t-shirts, novelty items, camping supplies, drinks, and snacks. Campers can use Cookie Dollars, Nut Bucks, cash, check, or credit card to purchase items during their visit. Since we do not allow campers to keep money in their units (it can get lost too easily), we ask parents to stop at the Trading Post during check-in and setup an account for their camper(s). Parents are welcome to leave any amount, but we recommend $30. Setting up a camper account is optional.
Birthdays
We love to celebrate birthdays at camp! A special cupcake will be provided for your camper at mealtime and we will sing “Happy Birthday.” Just let us know in advance so we don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate! Gifts can also be left at the Trading Post during check-in and our staff will distribute them on the camper’s special day
What about safety?
In Girl Scouting, safety is always first - especially at camp GSKWR has a well-supervised camp program and trained staff Seasonal staff are certified in First Aid and CPR and trained in emergency procedures. The council works closely with local law enforcement agencies as well as fire departments and the U.S. Forest Service to assure campers’ safety. The camp director monitors weather alerts and all unit leaders carry portable walkie-talkies, which allow constant contact for emergencies. In severe inclement weather, all campers and staff go to a designated storm shelter.
Can I send or leave mail for my camper?
Yes, campers enjoy receiving mail from home! Unfortunately, the camper has often gone home by the time the mail reaches camp If you would like your camper to receive mail while at camp, we recommend leaving a card or package at the trading post during check-in. We will distribute it to them in the middle of the week to give them that extra push until camp is over! If you wish to send something in the mail, please send it the week before the camper arrives and we will hold is until their session.
*When sending mail to your camper, please put their name and session on the back of the envelope.
Camp Judy Layne
1489 Camp Judy Layne Road Wellington, KY 40387
How can I reach the camp in an emergency?
In case of an emergency, you can reach us on the camp phone: 606-768-2629, the camp cellphone: 859-490-0619, or the Girl Scout emergency cellphone: 859-490-9406
We check email, but it is not an efficient way to reach us in an emergency. Email us at camp@gswrc.org or Sherri Powers, “Sky,” spowers@gswrc.org
Is there a health professional on site in case of emergency?
Yes! We have a health professional onsite 24/7 to ensure campers are provided care.
What if my camper takes medications?
Refer back to these FAQ pages before Check In!
Medications: Send all medications in the original bottle/packaging. Please place them in a resealable plastic bag and label it with the camper’s name and session All medications need to be dropped off to the Camp Health Professional at check-in If a copy of your camper’s physical form signed by a doctor has not be uploaded into CampDoc, it needs to be turned into the Health Professional.
Home Sickness
If your camper has never been away from home overnight, she will likely begin to miss you. Most homesickness occurs at bedtime. We will work with your camper and try to reassure her that everything will be alright and morning will be here soon. If we are unsuccessful, the camp director will call you and ask for advice, recommendations, or ask you to come and get her.
Behavioral Issues
Ifyourcamperishavingbehavioralproblemsandis disruptivetowardsherselforothercampers,the three-strikesystemwillbeused.
Strike1:Shewillbeaskedtostoptheundesired behavior
Strike2:Shewillbeaskedtostoptheundesired behaviorandremovedfromthegroupfora shortperiodoftime.
Strike3:Shewillbetakentothecamp director’sofficeandthentheparent/guardian willbecalledforadvice,recommendations,or tocomeandpickuptheircamper.
Should your camper be sent home early due to misconduct, we expect the parent(s) or guardian(s) to pick her up immediately If the camp director must make arrangements for travel, it will be at the parent(s) or guardian(s) expense.
When will campers eat?
Summer Camp meals are generally served in the Dining Hall Meals are kid-friendly and adapted to meet special dietary needs Campers may also enjoy meals they prepared themselves led by unit staff cooked over their camp fires.
Dietary restrictions? No problem! We can accommodate most vegetarian, dairy-free, glutenfree, or allergy restricted diets.
Things to leave at home
Cellphones: Cellphones are very disruptive at camp. They can get lost/broken. Inappropriate calls/texts made can increase homesickness. *No cellphones.
If we become aware that your camper has a cellphone, they will be asked to leave it in the camp office until their session is over The phone will be returned to the parent/guardian at the time of pick up
Laptop Computer or Tablet - These items are very expensive and we do not have wireless internet available to campers.
Anything valuable - GSKWR is not responsible for items broken, lost, or stolen while at camp.
Where will campers stay at camp?
Each unit is set in its own unique area offering different housing styles, including platform tents and wooden cabin units. In a tent unit, 4 campers share a large, heavy-duty canvas tent that has a raised wooden floor with a cot and mattress for each camper. In a cabin unit, 8-10 campers share a cabin that has bunk beds with mattresses. In tent units, counselors live in a separate tent in the unit. In cabin units, counselors sleep in one of the cabins in the unit. Campers are assigned to a tent or cabin unit depending on the sessions that they sign up for. All campers that sign up for the same session will be living in the same unit at camp. The camp descriptions state whether campers are in a cabin or tent. Campers of different grade levels in different sessions do not sleep in the same unit.
Refunds and Cancellation Policy
$50 00 deposits are non-refundable unless the desired program is full or has been canceled Session Fee refunds are as follows:
A session fee will be refunded if a request is made in writing at least 14 days prior to the session start date. The refund will be the session fee paid plus sales tax paid minus the $50 00 deposit/cancellation fee The $50 00 deposit serves as the cancellation fee
Cancellation fees are not taxable If sales tax is paid prior to the refund request, 100% of the sales tax paid will be refunded
A refund will not be given if a refund request is made within 14 days (2 weeks) prior to the session start date, unless one of the following conditions apply:
Serious illness or accident (with a physician statement)
Death in the immediate family
Other refunds will be considered on a case-by-case basis prior to camp if a written request is made on or before the deadline date
Camp Judy Layne
*If you use a GPS to direct you to camp, it may direct you through Frenchburg on Hwy. 1274. The road is very narrow and curvy. We recommend using Exit 133 off of I-64.*
From Lexington
Take I-64 East to Farmers/Sharkey Exit 133 Go towards Cave Run Lake off the exit ramp on to Rt 801 and travel 19 miles from the exit to Camp Judy Layne Road You will go around the lake Rt 801 becomes Rt 1274, continue on Rt 1274 to Camp Judy Layne Road/Rt 2023 There is a green sign with Camp Judy Layne on it just before the turn. You will turn left onto Camp Judy Layne Road/Rt. 2023. Follow this road for 1 mile to the camp gate. Please drive slowly down the gravel road and a staff person will in the parking area to direct you.
From Ashland
Take I-64 West to Farmers/Sharkey Exit 133. Follow above directions.
From Paintsville, Prestonburg, Pikeville, etc.
Take Rt. 23 North to I-64 Exit 191. Follow above directions from I-64 West (Ashland) to Farmers/Sharkey Exit 133. Follow above directions.
From Northern Kentucky
Take I-75 South to the ramp I-64 East/I-75 South. Take I-64 East to Farmers/Sharkey Exit 133. Follow above directions.
About Camp Judy Layne
Camp Judy Layne is 183 acres nestled in Eastern Kentucky in Morgan County. It is surrounded by the Daniel Boone National Forest and just a few miles from Cave Run Lake We offer weeklong and 3-day overnight camp during the summer, weekend adventure opportunities and self-directed activities The property has a climbing tower, archery range, small lake for canoeing and facilities for seasonal use The overnight capacity at this camp is 154
Camp Shawano
From I-64, I-75, & Lexington
Take Exit 108 on I-75 (Man O War) towards Lexington, turn South onto Tates Creek Road (Rt. 1974) toward Nicholasville, turn right onto Newman Road in Spears Camp is approx 2 miles on the left
Take Rt. 169 (Union Mill Rd.) east to Spears, then right at the stop sign and immediately right onto Newman Rd. Camp is approx. 2 miles on the left. From Nicholasville
About Camp Shawano
Camp Shawano is 142 acres located in Jessamine County, Kentucky. The camp consists of large meadows for sports and recreational activities. The property has a climbing tower, archery range, and facilities for seasonal and year round use This is the perfect camp for first time troop camping!
Camp is the home of girls rich in courage, confidence, and character! This wonderful place sparks a fire that empowers campers to strike out beyond their comfort zones and explore the world around them. At camp, campers can enjoy high energy, action-packed activities like climbing, ziplining, backpacking, canoeing, and more. They may also enjoy swimming, relaxing, and chatting with friends.
Upcoming Events
January 18: Brownie Mad Scientist at Camp Shawano
January 24-26: Winter Adventure Weekend at Carter Caves
March 29: Junior Shapes in Nature at Camp Shawano
May 2-4: Adventure Weekend at Camp Judy Layne
May 4: Camp Judy Layne Open House 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
May 28-30: Lifeguard Training at Camp Judy Layne must be able to pass a swim test
May 31: First Aid/CPR Training at Camp Judy Layne
August 1-3: Our Weekend of Learning (O.W.L.) at Camp Judy Layne
September 12-14: Girl Scouts Love State Parks
September 19-21: Camp Judy Layne Reunion at Camp Judy L y
Activities below are tentative and dates are to be determined!
Trail work at Camp Judy Layne
Outdoor Tidbits at Camp Shawano
Spring Clean and set up camp at Camp Judy Layne
Archery Training
Tower Belay Training
Find out more about upcoming events here:
https://www.gskentucky.or g/en/events-andactivities/eventcalendar.html
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