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2020
Summer Overnight Camps
For All Girls Sign up for camp by
February 15 and SAVE!
Camps for Girls Entering Grades 1-12 Proud supporter
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Table of Contents
The Benefits of Camp 4
Letter from the CEO 5
Council Map 6
Welcome to Your Camps! 8
Camp Refund Policy 10
Camp Linden 12
Using Product Program to Go to Camp 19
Camp Merrie Woode 20
Camp O' the Hills 29
Leadership Opportunities 30
Travel Camps 32
Camp at-a-Glance 36
Sign up for camp by
February 15
And save MONey!
$5 off Troop or Family programs
(does not apply to Jamboree)
$15 off 3-day Overnight Camp sessions
$25 off 6-day Overnight Camp sessions
$55 off 13-day Overnight Camp sessions
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
800-49-SCOUT • girlscoutcamp.org • campreg@gshom.org
Online shop: shop.gshom.org
Jackson Kalamazoo Lansing Regional Center Saginaw Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor
FIVE Regional Center Regional Center at Wacousta Regional Center Regional Center
REGIONAL CENTERS 4403 Francis St 601 West Maple St 13287 Wacousta Rd 5470 Davis Rd 444 James L. Hart Parkway
& SHOPS Jackson, MI 49203 Kalamazoo, MI 49008 Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Saginaw, MI 48604 Ypsilanti, MI 48197
TO SERVE YOU! 517-784-8543 269-343-1516 517-699-9400 989-799-9565 734-714-5140
517-784-9553 FAX 269-492-1439 FAX 517-699-9405 FAX 989-799-1450 FAX 734-714-3037 FAX
800-49-SCOUT
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Send your girl To Camp and She’ll leave with:
1. New Friends
By sending her to camp, you’re giving her the opportunity to make
friendships that will last forever. Living together and experiencing
the magic of camp together, without modern-day distractions,
creates the ideal setting to form lifelong friendships.
2. Resilience acacamps.org
When girls learn to overcome challenges and stand on their own
two feet, they make tremendous progress toward becoming Girl Scouts heart of Michigan owns
strong, successful women. We teach girls to be persistent when the only ACA accredited
faced with challenges by encouraging them to never give up. Girl Scout camps in Michigan!
3. Decision-making Skills
Summer camp is the perfect place to teach girls independence,
and a big part of independence is a girl’s ability to make her own
decisions. With our awesome Girls’ Choice format, she’ll feel
empowered when she builds her own schedule by choosing the
activities that interest her!
4. Courage
Coming to camp for the first time can be scary, but at camp,
girls learn what they are capable of accomplishing. She’ll have
many opportunities to step out of her comfort zone and try new
things, from new foods at mealtime to climbing the rock wall to
cooking over a fire. Our camp counselors will be right by her side,
encouraging her to reach her goals!
5. An Appreciation for Nature
At camp, we eliminate the distraction of technology so that girls
can unplug and connect with their peers and with the world
around them. She’ll make awesome memories hiking the trails,
singing at campfire, learning about wildlife, and telling stories
under the stars.
“This program is
incredible! It gives the
girls a chance to be
themselves without
the fear of judgment. It
empowers them to open
up and get creative.
And the chance to try
it!
did
new things in a safe
environment!” u
Yo
-Girl Scouts
Heart of Michgan parent Great Job!
Fun, Friends, and Tater-Tots! Camp is the best!
Overnight & Day Summer Camp Guide is published
annually by Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan,
601 W. Maple St., Kalamazoo, MI 49008.
Issue No. 1, Vol. 8
4 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All Girls
Your girl won't remember
her best day of watching TV
....she is sure to have great
adventures and make friends
she will never forget!
I had the chance to return to my hometown and relive some of the
emotions I had as a girl. The experience was eye-opening. Upon
returning to my high school and while walking along my school
hallways, I was flooded with the memories of my teenage years.
Feelings of fearful insecurity, academic challenges, and uncertainty
surfaced in a surprising way. It gave me pause.
In the same trip back to Miami, I went from my high school to revisit
my Girl Scout summer camp. The emotions and memories that
surfaced here were of laughter, discovery, learning, wonder, and thrill. Jan and the participants of the 2019
Reflecting on these diametrically-opposed memory blasts, I was International Trip to Canada with the CEO.
struck by the powerfully positive Girl Scout memories and realized ▼ Photobomb !
how meaningfully important my childhood Girl Scout journeys had
been in shaping me.
This important and affirming impact on girls is exactly what our
camps build in girls today: a safe, intriguing space for girls to thrive
and grow. I’m so very proud of our camps and the dedicated staff who
make Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan camps one of the very best places
for girls to find their potential, build unshakeable memories, and
create lifelong friends. Which session (or sessions) will your family
choose to give your girl a memory she’ll cherish and an adventure that
will bolster her happiness and long-term success? Imagine what a
supportive, girl-led camp setting will do to shape your girl.
Give the gift of Girl Scout camp and build a girl's potential greatness
and goodness!
Jan Barker
Chief Executive Officer
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
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Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
regional centers, council shops,
Stop by your local
and camp facilities.
Girl Scout Regional center to shop
and learn more about the Girl
1 Camp Linden
5285 Hogan Road, Linden, MI 48451 Scout advantage!
989-598-7124
2 Camp Merrie Woode
12584 Burchette Road, Plainwell, MI 49080
269-532-7033
3 Camp O’ the Hills
2100 Pink Street, Brooklyn, MI 49230
517-592-6373 Camp
4 Camp Wacousta
13360 Wacousta Road, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
517-699-9400 Cabin
5 Saginaw Regional Center
5470 Davis Road, Saginaw, MI 48604
989-799-9565 Regional Center &
Council Shops
6 Kalamazoo Regional Center
601 W. Maple Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
269-343-1516
7 Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor Regional Center
444 James L. Hart Pkwy., Ypsilanti, MI 48197
734-714-5140 10
8 Jackson Regional Center
4403 Francis St., Jackson, MI 49203
517-784-8543
5
9 Lansing Regional Center at Wacousta
13287 Wacousta Rd., Grand Ledge, MI 48837
517-699-9400 12
10 The Hut
11 Saginaw
Regional Center
9
177 N. Fourth Street
West Branch, MI 48661
11 Barbara Osterman Cabin
400 Geza Road
Alma, MI 48801
12 Jane Harris Cabin 4 7
1711 West High Street
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
6 Lansing
Regional Center 8 1
at Wacousta
2
Jackson
Kalamazoo Regional Center Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor
Regional Center 3 Regional Center
6 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All Girls
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Welcome to Your Camps!
Safety
At Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, safety of our campers
is our top priority. Fun and achievement are an
essential part of camp – and no one has fun when
they get hurt. We take the care of your camper very
seriously, taking active steps to keep her safe from
Camp Play Day: Sunday, April 26, 2020
harm while challenging her to reach her full potential.
Want to see what camp is like? Camps Linden,
Each activity is planned well in advance, and staff are
Merrie Woode and O' the Hills are having a Camp
trained to prevent injuries. If minor injuries do occur,
Play Day just for you to find out! Your whole family is
our staff are trained in First Aid and CPR, and the entire
welcome to experience traditional camp activities
Leadership Team is trained in Advanced First Aid, as
at this FREE event. You will have a chance to check
well as Mental Health First Aid. Our overnight camps also
out camp and ask staff questions. Girls that are pre-
have dedicated health officers with Advanced First Aid
registered for this event will receive a fun patch. You
Training, who operate under standing orders from an
can get registered on our website under “Events.”
on-call pediatrician. Of course, the Camp Director and
Check out our Program Book, The Source, for more
Health Officer will stay in contact with you in the unlikely
information! We can’t wait to meet you!
event that your camper gets sick or injured.
“It [camp] was so fun and I like how the
counselors really care about safety.”
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Camper
Go outside and come back better!
Connect with Each Other
Natu re
It’s so good for
When you spend your family time outdoors,
it offers kids the chance to benefit from a
parent’s advice, knowledge, and support. Few
activities offer special time to share, explore,
and build memories to last a lifetime.
your family! "Benefits of outdoor exercise confirmed.”
Science Daily. 5 February 2011.
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“Working at Camp Linden has absolutely Camp Food
changed my life, not only have I grown as a Great camp food starts with great
ingredients, which is why Girl
leader, but I’ve gotten to help other girls grow Scouts Heart of Michigan partners
as leaders. Working at Camp Linden has also with local sources and companies
given me some of my closest friends, who I who care about quality ingredients.
Whenever possible, we avoid
may have never met otherwise.” serving highly-processed and pre-
Kaitlin “Tater Tot” Helmoltz prepared dishes. Meals at camp
Girl Scout and Girl Scout Camp Enthusiast
Camp Linden Staff, 2017-present are kid-friendly and healthy. Our
kitchens are nut-free, and our
certified kitchen coordinators can accommodate gluten-
Staff Training free and vegetarian diets. If your camper has any food
Staff Training is of utmost importance at Girl Scouts allergies or dietary restrictions, be sure to list them in
Heart of Michigan. In order for your girl to get the best detail on the health form at registration. This allows us
experience possible, our camp staff receive two full to plan ahead to ensure that all campers have food that
weeks of training, which is more than double the 30 accommodates their needs while they are at camp. For
hours required by the state of Michigan. Staff are trained more information, visit girlscoutcamp.org, and talk to the
and certified in First Aid and CPR, youth development Camp Director if your camper has specific needs.
theory, group management and coaching, and high
adventure activity facilitation, in addition to emergency
procedures. Staff are also trained to address typical
camp challenges, such as missing home.
Camp staff undergo a thorough application process
including background checks, reference checks, and
interviews. Many campers love their experience so
much that they return as Program Aides, Counselors in
Training, and Junior Counselors before moving on to
become Camp Staff!
Friends of Camp
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is currently the only
council in Michigan offering two different camps with Camp Wacousta
resident camping options for girls. In total, we manage Camp Wacousta features 14 acres of beauty nestled
four camps totaling more than 700 acres. We need your along the Looking Glass River. Whether you are looking
help to keep our camps operating at the level that our to fly fish, paddle, water tube, or just enjoy the natural
girls and their families deserve! Look for the Friends beauty of the site, Camp Wacousta is a great place for
of Camp groups on Facebook (Friends of Camp Merrie your troop or family to explore. Camp Wacousta was
Woode, Friends of Camp Linden, Friends of Camp once the site of a historic mill, the remnants of which
Wacousta, and Friends of Camp O’ the Hills) and get can still be seen today. To book your stay at Camp
involved to ensure the health of our camps for years to Wacousta (or any of our camp properties), simply visit
come! girlscoutscamp.org and click “Reservations” to reserve
your spot online, or call us at 1-800-497-2688.
Go outside and come back better! Go outside and come back better!
Breathe in the Fresh Air Soak in the Sun
Children who get more “Vitamin G”—what Sunlight hitting the skin begins a process that
experts call time spent in green spaces— leads to the creation and activation of Vitamin
have lower stress levels, more success in D. Studies suggest that this vitamin helps fight
school, and fewer ADHD symptoms. certain conditions, from osteoporosis and
Sarah Mahoney, “The Fresh Air Fix.” cancer to depression and heart attacks.
“A prescription for better health: go alfresco.”
Prevention. November 2011.
The Harvard Health Letter. July 2010.
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Ready to Register? • Once you choose a camp session, • Attend our free Camp Play Day
you will be directed to campdoc. on Sunday, April 26, to see camp,
• Head to GirlScoutCamp.org com where you will either be meet the staff, and get all of your
• Select "Summer Camp asked to create a new profile questions answered!
Programming" or update an existing profile • Ten days prior to the start of your
• Select the camp you are (including the health profile). camper’s session, you will receive
interested in • Download our Camp Information an email from the Camp Director
• Browse our different session Packet which includes a packing which will include details about
offerings to find the one that's list and tons of helpful information check-in, a reminder about what
best for your girl about camp to pack, info about that week’s
camp theme, and more!
Financial Aid
Outdoor camping experiences are essential to the growth
of all girls. Camp scholarships are available to families in American Camp Association (ACA)
need. See our website for more information or call us at Did you know that Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan owns
800-497-2688. and operates the only overnight Girl Scout camps that
are accredited by the American Camp Association in
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Overnight Camp Refund Policy
the state of Michigan? Camps Linden, Merrie Woode,
Our hope is always that you find a session or two… (or three) that and O’ the Hills are all accredited by the American
work. However, we understand that life happens, so we’re able to
issue a partial refund for the circumstances outlined below.
Camp Association (ACA), which means that we undergo
a rigorous accreditation process to meet and exceed
Refund Amount Reason
ACA standards. Our camps are also licensed through
Refund minus $25 Medical (non-trip)* the state of Michigan, and we adhere to all Girl Scout
50% refund Medical (trip)* Safety Activity Checkpoints. So, what does all of that
Refund minus $25 Non-medical, received four weeks prior to mean? It means that we comply with over 300 industry
start of session standards in health, safety, and program quality in order
50% refund Non-medical, received two weeks prior to
to maintain our accreditation status and licensing. Our
start of session camps are reviewed by the ACA every three years. For
more information, visit ACACamps.org.
50% refund Family emergency
Full refund • not selected for first or second choice of
provided only for camp program
these two reasons • cancellation of program and cannot be
placed in second choice program.
*Medical cancellation: camp must be notified by the first day of
her session. A written notice from her doctor must be provided
to the Camp Director within two weeks of her camp session.
No refund will be given for less than two week' notice for a
non-medical reason.
Troop camping cancellations require two weeks' notice for a
refund.
Squirr
el
Woo Hoo PILLOW FIGHT!
Ladybug There are so many ways to have fun at camp!
Be sure to visit the Trading Post. Ladybug
Brown
ie Elf
The Trading Post carries great camp Squ Elf
irrel
essentials like autograph pillow cases!
10 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All GirlsATTENTION TROOP LEADERS:
CELEBRATE A TROOP MILESTONE!
COOKIE SALES ACHIEVEMENTS • BADGE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
GRADE-LEVEL, SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY & MERIT SERVICE AWARDS
ALL GROUPS ARE NOW $15/PERSON
Includes a 4-hour Waterpark Pass plus a FREE pass for
every 15 paid participants. Minimum of 10 swimmers.
ADMISSION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL GUESTS WHETHER THEY ARE SWIMMING OR NOT
• Add two pieces of pizza & a pop for $6.50 (per person)
plus taxes and service fee
• Complimentary towels and life jackets provided
• One hour in complimentary party room (based on availability)
• Add a cabana for $135 which extends your Waterpark
access for the entire day!
Finalize your plans today!
For group reservations call: 989.817.4828
If you are interested in overnight stays with your group or an
after-hours lock in event – just ask our sales team when you call.
Girl Scout Waterpark groups must be booked in advance. A $50 deposit is due at the time of booking. Offer
subject to availability at time of booking. Management reserves the right to change or discontinue offer.
SOARINGEAGLEWATERPARK.COM 800-497-2688 • girlscoutcamp.org 11Camp Linden Camp Linden Sample Schedule
7-7:45 a.m.
7:45-8 a.m.
Early morning activities
Flag up
8-9 a.m. Breakfast
9:15-9:45 a.m. Kapers (chores)
10-11:45 a.m. Activity Block 1
12-1 p.m. Lunch
1-2 p.m. Unit time/Rest hour
2-3:45 p.m. Activity Block 2
4-5:45 p.m. Activity Block 3
5:45-6 p.m. Flag down
6-7 p.m. Dinner
7-8:30 p.m. All-camp activity
8:30-10 p.m. Unit time/Get ready for bed
(time differs by age)
Approximately 45 miles north of Ann Arbor, Camp
Linden offers over 400 acres of hills, valleys, woods
and wetlands. A series of lakes and forest trails frame
the beauty of this site. Camp Linden features a pool, Weekly Themes!
In addition to regular camp activities, all campers attending
climbing wall, monkey bridge, fairy village, horseback
camp during the following weeks will participate in themed
riding, low ropes, and more! activities such as all-camp games, competitions, and dinners.
Camp Your Way! Week 1, June 28-July 3: Outer Space
Join us for an out-of-this-world experience building rockets,
It’s Girl’s Choice! Every evening, girls will choose what
creating galaxy slime and hunting aliens!
they do during the next day's activity blocks. You will
meet and learn with girls in the same activities, along Week 2, July 5-10: Color Wars
with the girls in your lodge and unit. Each session will be assigned a color and engage in friendly
competitions like loudest team chant, best team flag, cleanest
Examples of possible activities: unit, and more!. Which color will win?
• climbing wall lesson • leather crafts Week 3, July 12-17: Around the World
• archery lesson • compass skills Hola! Join us on a whirlwind adventure as we explore the
• lesson at the rifle range • low ropes course wonderful world around us by making homemade treats,
learning cultural dances, and practicing saying hello and
• wood burning • friendship bracelets
goodbye in a new language each day.
• canoeing • shelter building, and more!
Week 4, July 19-24: Once Upon a Time
Join us in a land far, far away where you’ll meet friendly fairies,
battle wizards, and discover the true meaning of magic.
Week 5, July 26-31: Under the Sea
Set sail on an epic underwater adventure. From a pool party,
Camp Play Day. Sunday, April 26, 2020 to water games, to raft making, to boat racing; it’s sure to be a
Bring the whole family and enjoy traditional camp splash!
activities and lots of fun. We can't wait to show you what
camp is all about!
12 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All GirlsCamp Linden Overnight Camp
Mini for Daisies/Brownies
entering grades 1-3 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $230
In this three-day session, you’ll get a taste of everything
camp has to offer! Try activities like swimming, arts
and crafts, hiking, and so much more. This is the perfect
session for first-time campers!
Week Dates Week Dates
1A Jun 28-30 1B Jul 1-3
2A Jul 5-7 2B Jul 8-10
3A Jul 12-14 3B Jul 15-17
4A Jul 19-21 4B Jul 22-24
5A Jul 26-28
All Around Brownies All Around Juniors
entering grades 4-5 / lodge accommodations / 6 days / $405
entering grades 2-3 / lodge accommodations / 6 days / $405
Try everything camp has to offer; your schedule is your
Try out everything camp has to offer; your schedule
choice! Each night you will sign up for the next day’s
is your choice! Each night, sign up for the next day’s
activities, choosing from options like target sports,
activities, choosing from options like archery, climbing
climbing wall, arts and crafts, swimming, and more!
wall, arts and crafts, swimming, and so much more!
Week Dates
Week Dates
1 Jun 28-Jul 3
2 Jul 5-10
2 Jul 5-10
3 Jul 12-17
3 Jul 12-17
4 Jul 19-24
4 Jul 19-24
5 Jul 26-31
Mini for Cadettes
entering grades 6-8 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $230
Ready to try camp for the first time? Not sure you want to
come for a full week? Come hang out with girls your age
and choose your own activities from choices like hiking,
fishing, target sports, and so much more!
Week Dates
2A Jul 5-7
4B Jul 22-24
Mini for Juniors
entering grades 4-5 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $230
In this three-day session, you’ll get a taste of everything
camp has to offer! Try activities like swimming, arts
and crafts, hiking, and so much more. This is the perfect
session for first-time campers!
Week Dates Week Dates
1A Jun 28-30 1B Jul 1-3
2A Jul 5-7 2B Jul 8-10
3A Jul 12-14 3B Jul 15-17
4A Jul 19-21 4B Jul 22-24
5A Jul 26-28
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entering grades 6-8 / lodge accommodations / 6 days / $405
Try out everything camp has to offer; your schedule
Linden Specialty Sessions
is your choice! Each night, sign up for the next day’s Ready to take your favorite activity to the next level?
activities, choosing from options like target sports, That's exactly what our specialty sessions are all about!
climbing wall, arts and crafts, swimming, and so much
more! New this summer, there will be additional activity
choices only available for Cadettes!
Advanced Climbing
Week Dates entering grades 4-8 / tent accommodations / 6 DAYS / $450
1 Jun 28-Jul 3 You’ll reach new heights by spending time each day
2 Jul 5-10 perfecting your climbing skills and learning the ins and
3 Jul 12-17 outs of this high-adventure activity! Whether you’re an
4 Jul 19-24 experienced climber or have never climbed before, you
5 Jul 26-31
BACK will have lots of time to perfect your technique. Girls will
also learn how to set up and take down the climbing
FOR area as well as how to tie all the knots used to belay. All
Sisters and Best Friends 2020! experience levels welcome.
entering grades 1-12 / lodge accommodations Week Dates
3 or 6 days / $230 or $405 2 Jul 5-10
Enjoy camp with your sister or best friend right by your 4 Jul 19-24
side the whole time! From hiking to boating to arts and
crafts; you’ll do everything together.
Week Dates
2B Jul 8-10 ($230)
4 July 19-24 ($405)
e w Ba dge!
Advanced Target Sports N
entering grades 4-8 / tent accommodations / 6 DAYS / $450
Aim for adventure with this exciting new opportunity!
With the help of trained staff, you will spend time each
day at either the rifle or archery range, honing your
technique and shooting at different targets that will test
your skills. You will have the opportunity to work toward
achievement pins at each range. All experience levels
welcome. Girls will each earn their grade level’s Girl
Scouts Heart of Michigan Archery Badge.
Week Dates
1 Jun 28-Jul 3
3 Jul 12-17
5 Jul 26-31
14 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All GirlsWe Love Camp!
Spending time outdoors is so important!
Paddle Excursion
entering grades 6-12 / tent accommodations / 6 days / $450
Ready to put your waterfront skills to the test? With this
exciting opportunity, you’ll spend one block each day
working on kayaking skills and preparing for a kayak
excursion. On Wednesday afternoon, you and your
friends will head off across Lake Louise on your way to
Paradise Point, where you will set up a campsite and Every girl deserves a chance to go
cook your meals over a fire. to camp. Help her dreams become
Week Dates a reality. She’ll make friends and
2 Jul 5-10
4 Jul 19-24
memories that last a lifetime.
Research shows benefits to being out-of-doors.
Girls that spend time outside are less stressed,
have fewer ADHD symptoms, and experience less
depression. They also do better in school and have
more positive relationships.
Help us bring a girl the joy of going to camp. Your
contribution to the 2020 Camp Campaign makes
camp possible for girls who cannot otherwise have
this opportunity.
To give, visit gshom.org and click on Give.
You can also give when you send in your
camp registration.
Thank you!
Backpacking Excursion
entering grades 6-12 / tent accommodations / 6 days / $450
Ready to get away in the outdoors? Spend one block each
day practicing navigation skills, learning to cook over a
camp stove, and learning how to pack for an overnight.
On Wednesday afternoon, you and your friends will hike Send a Girl
two miles to a primitive site on the far end of camp, set to Camp!
up a campsite, and cook your meals over the fire. You will
return to camp Thursday morning. Activity blocks not
spent at the waterfront will be Girls’ Choice.
Week Dates
1 Jun 28-Jul 3
3 Jul 12-17
5 Jul 26-31
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entering grades 2-3, 4-8 / 3-season cabin accommodations
6 days / $510
You’re going to love spending time with our gentle
horses! At this camp, you will learn how to take care of
a horse, as well as horseback riding basics. You’ll learn
how to start, stop, and turn your horse during this six-day
experience. Includes five riding lessons. Activity blocks
not spent at the barn will be Girls’ Choice.
Grades 2-3
Week Dates
2 Jul 5-10
4 Jul 19-24
5 Jul 26-31
Grades 4-8
Week Dates
1 Jun 28-Jul 3
2 Jul 5-10
One-day Horse Clinics 3 Jul 12-17
entering grades 2-5 / $55
4 Jul 19-24
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 5 Jul 26-31
Check-in: 9:30-10:00 a.m.
Check-out is 2:00-2:30 p.m.
This is the perfect program for first-time riders! Spend Horseback Riding Level 2
an entire day with the horses. You will learn grooming entering grades 4-8 / 3-season cabin accommodations
and general horse care, along with riding skills such as 6 days / $510
mounting, starting, stopping, turning, and more. You will practice starting, stopping, and turning your
Note: Campers need to bring a lunch. horses. You will also learn to trot and enjoy one trail ride.
Session Dates This six-day experience includes five riding lessons.
1 Friday, June 12 Must have completed Level 1 Horseback Riding or
2 Friday, June 19 have camp director approval.
3 Friday, August 7 Week Dates
4 Friday, August 14 1 Jun 28-Jul 3
5 Friday, August 21 2 Jul 5-10
6 Sunday, August 23 3 Jul 12-17
5 Jul 26-31
Horse Camp Mini
entering grades 2-5 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $285
Have you always wanted to learn more about horses?
This three-day introductory session is perfect for you!
You’ll spend time learning grooming and basic riding
skills. You might even get to paint a horse! When you’re
done, you’ll be ready to tackle Level 1 Horseback Riding.
Week Dates Week Dates
1A Jun 28-30 1B Jul 1-3
3A Jul 12-14 3B Jul 15-17
4A Jul 19-21 4B Jul 22-24
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Beginner Backpacking
entering grades 6-12 & adults / $55 per Person
Check-in: 10:00 a.m. Saturday
Check-out: 12:00 p.m. Sunday
June 6-7
june 13-14
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a
primitive camping experience! You’ll learn how to stay
safe and comfortable in the backcountry while gaining
a new connection to the outdoors. Spend Saturday
learning about appropriate gear, site selection, meal
planning, and packing lightly. Once you’ve learned the
basics, you’ll hike out to a primitive site on the outskirts
of camp and put your skills to the test! Girls will learn
how to set up a Leave No Trace campsite, hang a bear
bag, and filter their own water. Note: Saturday lunch
and dinner, as well as Sunday breakfast are included.
Participants will earn Primitive Camper, Adventure
Camper, and Survival Camper badges. Girls must be
accompanied by an adult. Girl Scout
Jamboree
Golden Arrow Games
For Troops & Juliettes
entering grades 2-12 & Family / accommodations vary entering grades 4-12 & adults
1 or 3 days / price Varies August 14-16
Women Who Changed the World Ready to take your outdoor skills to the next level?
A jamboree is a large gathering, and ours is no exception. You’ll spend the day Saturday honing your skills like
The name jamboree is derived from the Swahili word fire building, outdoor cooking, navigation, and shelter
“jambo” which means “hello.” Bring your family and building before you compete in the Outdoor Skills
friends and say hello to other Girl Scouts from across the Challenge that evening! You will also get the chance to try
Heart of Michigan at this annual Camp Linden event. out classic camp activities like boating, riflery, archery,
You’ll learn all about women who changed the world and and climbing. All experience levels welcome. All meals
how they did it! You will also enjoy all of the classic camp included.
activities like hiking, swimming, boating, archery, and Price per Person Check-in: Friday at 7:00 p.m.
horseback riding (grades 2 and up; additional fee applies: $60/platform tent Check-out: Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
$15 per rider for one-hour lesson). $65/lodge This is a great event for you!
Note: Optional Jamboree t-shirts are $15. Shirts must be Juliettes (individual Girl Scouts) who
ordered by July 10. Patches will be available for purchase attend this event will participate in
!
at the event for $3 each. the challenges together. What better
es
t way to make new friends?
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Dates
Weekend: Fri, Jul 31 to Sun, Aug 2, 2020
Fri, 7:00 p.m. to Sun, 10:00 a.m.
Sat Only: Aug 1, 2020, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Jul 22, 2020
Price
$55/platform tent
$60/lodge
Pitch your own tent: $50/person
“I want to come back to camp next
Saturday only: $40/person year because… it was awesome!!”
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan Camper
800-497-2688 • girlscoutcamp.org 17Me & My Gal: spectacular science
entering grades k-12 & adults
August 7-9
Check-in: Friday at 7:00 p.m.
Check-out: Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Unleash your inner scientist with activities like volcano
making, rocket building, elephant toothpaste, testing
Newton’s law with the egg drop, and more! You’ll also get
to enjoy classic camp activities like archery (2nd grade
and up), boating, and swimming. You can sign up for a
horse-back riding lesson (2nd grade and up) online for $25
per rider for a 1.5 hour lesson. Girls may bring any adult
female ages 18 or older. Note: Fee includes lodging and
these meals: campfire snack Friday; breakfast, lunch
and dinner Saturday; and breakfast Sunday. Pricing is
per person and both the girl and the adult must register.
Price per Person
$60/platform tent
$65/lodge
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Maintain ManageHey, Hey Girl Scouts!
Selling Cookies and Treats & Reads
is an easy way to go to camp!
Big adventures await you!
Special invitation to for the Girl
Scout who reaches $600 treats and
reads and/or 600 cookie packages
(product not to be combined)
to attend a 600 Club event with
a few options throughout our
Council. Past events were Tubing
at Wacousta, a recently released
movie at a theater and Outdoor
Cooking at Girl Scout camp!
Amazing
invitation for the
Girl Scout and
Packages Cookie Cash Cookies to her one adult,
Camp who reaches
$1,000 treats and
75 $3.00 $71.25
reads and/or
125 $4.00 $118.75 1,000 packages
150 $5.00 $ 142.50 of cookies
(Product not to
175 $6.00 $166.25 be combined)
225 $7.00 $213.75 to attend a 1,000
club event. Past
300 $8.00 $285.00 events were a
400 $9.00 $380.00 day at Michigan
Adventure and
500 $10.00 $475.00 a Detroit Tigers
600 $15.00 $570.00 game.
800 $ 20.00 $760.00
1000 $ 40.00 $950.00
1250 $60.00 $1,187.50
1500 $70.00 $1,425.00
2500 $120.00 $2,375.00
3500 $200.00 $ 3,325.00
5000 $300.00 $4,750.00
Cookie Cash is a reward choice that
individual Girl Scouts can make during
the regular cookie program.
Starting in the month of May, individual
Girl Scouts can choose to participate with
Cookies to Camp (Camp Credit). This is
not a troop-led program, Girl Scouts will
need to work with their Regional Centers.
They will earn proceeds of $.95 per
package that goes directly toward their
summer 2020 camp balance.
800-497-2688 • girlscoutcamp.org 19Camp Merrie Woode Camp Merrie Woode Sample Schedule
7-7:45 a.m.
7:45-8 a.m.
Early morning activities
Flag up
8-9 a.m. Breakfast
9:15-9:45 a.m. Kapers (chores)
10-11:45 a.m. Activity Block 1
12-1 p.m. Lunch
1-2 p.m. Unit time/Rest hour
2-3:45 p.m. Activity Block 2
4-5:45 p.m. Activity Block 3
5:45-6 p.m. Flag down
6-7 p.m. Dinner
7-8:30 p.m. All-camp activity
8:30-10 p.m. Unit time/Get ready for bed
(time differs by age)
Established in 1926, Camp Merrie Woode is located
near Doster, Michigan on 216 beautiful wooded acres,
featuring a private lake with an island. The camp is a
gorgeous setting with a beautiful lake overlook, perfect Weekly Themes!
In addition to regular camp activities, all campers attending
for weddings, reunions, camporees, and boating/
camp during the following weeks will participate in themed
swimming outings. activities such as all-camp games, competitions, and dinners.
Week 1, June 28-July 3: Color Wars
Camp Your Way!
Each session will be assigned a color and engage in friendly
It’s Girl’s Choice! Every evening, girls will choose what competitions like loudest team chant, best team flag, cleanest
they do during the next day’s activity blocks. You will unit, and more! Which color will win?
meet and learn with girls in the same activities, along
Week 2, July 5-10: Around the World
with the girls in your lodge and unit.
Hola! Join us on a whirlwind adventure as we explore the
Examples of possible activities: wonderful world around us by making homemade treats,
• leather crafts learning cultural dances, and practicing saying hello and
• climbing wall lesson
goodbye in a new language each day.
• archery lesson • compass skills
• lesson at the rifle range • low ropes course Week 3, July 12-17: Once Upon a Time
• friendship bracelets Join us in a land far, far away where you’ll meet friendly fairies,
• wood burning
battle wizards, and discover the true meaning of magic.
• boating • shelter building, and more!
Week 4, July 19-24: Under the Sea
Set sail on an epic underwater adventure. From a pool party,
to water games, to raft making, to boat racing; it’s sure to be a
splash!
Week 5, July 26-31: Outer Space
Join us for an out-of-this-world experience building rockets,
Camp Play Day. Sunday, April 26, 2020 creating galaxy slime and hunting aliens!
Bring the whole family and enjoy traditional camp
activities and lots of fun. We can't wait to show you
what camp is all about!
20 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All GirlsCamp merrie woode Overnight Camp
Mini for Daisies/Brownies All Around Juniors
Entering grades 1-3 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $230 entering grades 4-5 / lodge accommodations / 6 days / $405
In this three-day session, you’ll get a taste of everything Try everything camp has to offer; your schedule is
camp has to offer! Try activities like swimming, arts your choice! Each night you will sign up for the next
and crafts, hiking, and so much more. This is the perfect day’s activities, choosing from options like target
session for first-time campers! sports, climbing wall, arts and crafts, swimming, and
more!
Week Dates Week Dates
1A Jun 28-30 1B Jul 1-3 Week Dates Week Dates
2A Jul 5-7 2B Jul 8-10 1 Jun 28-Jul 3 4 Jul 19-24
3A Jul 12-14 3B Jul 15-17 2 Jul 5-10 5 Jul 26-31
4A Jul 19-21 4B Jul 22-24 3 Jul 12-17
5A Jul 26-28
All Around Brownies
entering grades 2-3 / lodge accommodations / 6 days / $405
Try out everything camp has to offer; your schedule Mini for Cadettes
is your choice! Each night, sign up for the next day’s entering grades 6-8 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $230
activities, choosing from options like archery, climbing Ready to try camp for the first time? Not sure you want to
wall, arts and crafts, swimming, and so much more! come for a full week? Come hang out with girls your age
Week Dates and choose your own activities from choices like hiking,
2 Jul 5-10 fishing, target sports, and so much more!
4 Jul 19-24 Week Dates
1A Jun 28-30
Mini for Juniors
entering grades 4-5 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $230
In this three-day session, you’ll get a taste of everything
camp has to offer! Try activities like swimming, arts
and crafts, hiking, and so much more. This is the perfect
session for first-time campers!
Week Dates Week Dates
1A Jun 28-30 1B Jul 1-3
2A Jul 5-7 2B Jul 8-10
3A Jul 12-14 3B Jul 15-17
4A Jul 19-21 4B Jul 22-24
5A Jul 26-28
800-497-2688 • girlscoutcamp.org 21All Around Cadettes
entering grades 6-8 / lodge accommodations / 6 days / $405 Camp Merrie Woode Specialty Sessions
Try out everything camp has to offer; your schedule
is your choice! Each night, sign up for the next day’s Ready to take your favorite activity to the next level?
activities, choosing from options like target sports, That's exactly what our specialty sessions are all about!
climbing wall, arts and crafts, swimming, and so much
more! New this summer, there will be some additional
activity choices available only for Cadettes!
Week Dates
1 Jun 28-Jul 3
2 Jul 5-10
3 Jul 12-17
4 Jul 19-24
5 Jul 26-31
BACK
Sisters and Best Friends FOR
entering grades 1-12 / lodge accommodations
2020!
3 or 6 days / $230 or $405
Enjoy camp with your sister or best friend right by your
side the whole time! From hiking to boating to arts and
crafts, you’ll do everything together.
Week Dates
1B Jul 8-10 ($230)
3 July 12-17 ($405)
Advanced Climbing
entering grades 4-8 / tent accommodations / 6 DAYS / $450
You’ll reach new heights by spending time each day
perfecting your climbing skills and learning the ins and
outs of this high-adventure activity! Whether you’re an
experienced climber or have never climbed before, you
will have lots of time to perfect your technique. Girls
will learn how to set up and take down the climbing
area as well as how to tie all the knots used to belay. All
experience levels welcome.
Week Dates
1 Jun 28-Jul 3
5 Jul 26-31
22 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All GirlsAdvanced Target Sports
entering grades 4-8 / tent accommodations / 6 DAYS / $450
Aim for adventure with this exciting new opportunity!
With the help of trained staff, you will spend time each
day at either the air rifle or archery range, honing your
technique and shooting at different targets that will test
your skills. You will have the opportunity to work toward
achievement pins at each range. All experience levels
welcome. Girls will each earn their grade level’s Girl
Scouts Heart of Michigan Archery Badge.
Week Dates
2 Jul 5-10
3 Jul 12-17
4 Jul 19-24
Sponsored by
Friends of BACK BY
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Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan DEMAND!
Camp Merrie Woode Superheroes Everyone welcome!
Roll up your sleeves and help the Friends of Camp Merrie Woode give back to one of our $6/person
favorite camps at this service-oriented weekend. Participants will work toward service hour Time: Work is Sat 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
requirements and feel good knowing that you are making the world a better place. Saturday
lunch will be provided. Note: Housing is not included; reservations for housing must be made at
girlscoutcamp.org. Fee is for lunch on Saturday; participants are responsible for all other meals.
Session Date(s) Registration Deadline Location What superhero
B Fri, Apr 24 to Sun, Apr 26, 2020 Apr 15, 2020 Camp Merrie Woode power will you
bring to camp?
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1265_jr_Girl Scout Nights_half page ad_REV.indd 1 8/12/19 9:25 AMBackpacking Excursion
entering grades 6-12 / tent accommodations / 6 days / $450
Ready to get away in the outdoors? Spend one block each
day practicing navigation skills, learning to cook over a
camp stove, and learning how to pack for an overnight.
On Wednesday afternoon, you will hike the Lone Tree
Trail to a primitive sight on the north end of camp, set
up a campsite, and cook your meals over a fire. Girls will
return to camp Thursday morning. Activity blocks not
spent on the trail will be Girls’ Choice.
Week Dates
3 Jul 12-17
Horse Excursion
entering grades 6-12 / tent accommodations / 6 days / $450
Ready to take your horseback riding skills to the next
level? Spend one day each block riding and preparing for
your trip before you hit the trails. You will head out across
Paddle Excursion camp to sleep under the stars and cook breakfast over
entering grades 6-12 / tent accommodations / 6 days / $450 the fire the next morning, before riding back to camp.
Ready to put your waterfront skills to the test? With this Note: Must have completed Horseback Riding Level 2.
exciting opportunity, you’ll spend one block each day Week Dates
working on kayaking skills and preparing for a kayak 3 Jul 12-17
excursion. On Wednesday afternoon, you and your 5 Jul 26-31
friends will head off across Lake Warner on your way to
Gypsy Island, where you will set up a campsite and cook
your meals over a fire.
Week Dates
1 Jun 28-Jul 3
4 Jul 19-24
24 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All Girls2020 Girl Scout Package Rates
Includes:
• Lodging for two nights
• Round trip ferry pass
• Self guided tour of Fort Mackinac
• Hot Breakfast Buffet
Packages as low as • Luggage Handling
• Group Rates on Island Activities
$148 per Girl Scout
$159 per adult
(Sun-Thurs during May & June)
Come explore the nature
and historical beauty
of Mackinac Island,
Michigan!
Summer:
PO Box 476 Murray Hotel Winter:
PO Box 7706
Mackinac Island, MI 49757 (855) 696-8772 ext. 3 Ann Arbor, MI 48107
(May - October) groups@mymurrayhotel.com (Novermber - April)
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your Earnings from the Cookie and Treats & Reads
programs may be used for all camp programs.
Cookie Program
Saginaw Region: October-February
Lansing, Jackson Kalamazoo, and
Ypsilanti Regions: December-May
Treats & Reads Program
Saginaw Region: February-April
Lansing, Jackson Kalamazoo, and
Ypsilanti Regions: September-December
Learn more on our website: gshom.org
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800-497-2688.Horseback Riding level 1 Horseback Riding Level 2
entering grades 2-3, 4-8 / Tent accommodations entering grades 4-8 / Tent accommodations
6 days / $510 6 days / $510
You’re going to love spending time with our gentle horses! You will practice starting, stopping, and turning your
At this session, you will learn how to take care of a horse horses. You will also learn to trot and enjoy one trail ride.
as well as horseback riding basics. You’ll learn how This six-day experience includes five riding lessons.
to start, stop, and turn your horse during this six-day Note: Must have completed Horseback Riding Level 1 or
experience. Includes five riding lessons. Activity blocks have camp director approval.
not spent at the barn will be Girls’ Choice.
Week Dates
Grades 2-3 1 Jun 28-Jul 3
Week Dates 2 Jul 5-10
2 Jul 5-10 4 Jul 19-24
4 Jul 19-24
Grades 4-8
One-day Horse Clinics
Week Dates entering grades 2-5 / $55
1 Jun 28-Jul 3 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
2 Jul 5-10 Check-in: 9:30-10:00 a.m.
3 Jul 12-17 Check-out: 2:00-2:30 p.m.
4 Jul 19-24
5 Jul 26-31 This is the perfect program for first-time riders! Spend
an entire day with the horses. You will learn grooming
and general horse care, along with riding skills such as
mounting, starting, stopping, turning, and more.
Note: Campers need to bring a lunch.
Session Dates
1 Friday, June 12
2 Friday, June 19
3 Friday, August 7
4 Friday, August 14
5 Friday, August 21
6 Sunday, August 23
Horse Camp Mini
entering grades 2-5 / lodge accommodations / 3 days / $285
Have you always wanted to learn more about horses?
This three-day introductory session is perfect for you!
You’ll spend time learning grooming and basic riding
skills. You might even get to paint a horse! When you’re
done, you’ll be ready to tackle Horseback Riding Level 1.
Week Dates Week Dates
1A Jun 28-30 1B Jul 1-3
3A Jul 12-14 3B Jul 15-17
5A Jul 26-28 5B Jul 29-31
26 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All GirlsCamp Merrie Woode Troop
& Family Programs
Beginner Backpacking
entering grades 6-12 & adults / $55 per Person
Check-in: 10:00 a.m., Saturday
Check-out: 12:00 p.m., Sunday
June 6-7
June 13-14
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a
primitive camping experience! You’ll learn how to stay
safe and comfortable in the backcountry while gaining
a new connection to the outdoors. Spend Saturday
learning about appropriate gear, site selection, meal
planning, and packing lightly. Once you’ve learned the
basics, you’ll hike out to a primitive site on the outskirts
of camp and put your skills to the test! Girls will learn
how to set up a Leave No Trace campsite, hang a bear
bag, and filter their own water. Note: Saturday lunch
and dinner, as well as Sunday breakfast are included.
Girl Scout
Participants will earn Primitive Camper, Adventure
Camper, and Survival Camper badges. Girls must be
accompanied by an adult.
Golden Arrow Games
For troops and juliettes entering grades 4-12 & adults
August 7-9
Ready to take your outdoor skills to the next level?
Me & My Gal: spectacular science You’ll spend the day Saturday honing your skills like
entering grades k-12 & adults fire building, outdoor cooking, navigation, and shelter
August 14-16 building before you compete in the Outdoor Skills
Check-in: Friday at 7:00 p.m. Challenge that evening! You will also get the chance to try
Check-out: Sunday at 10:00 a.m. out classic camp activities like boating, riflery, archery,
Unleash your inner scientist with activities like volcano and climbing. All experience levels welcome. All meals
making, rocket building, elephant toothpaste, testing included.
Newton’s law with the egg drop, and more! You’ll also get Price per Person Check-in: Friday at 7:00 p.m.
to enjoy classic camp activities like archery (2nd grade $60/platform tent Check-out: Sunday at 1:00 p.m.
and up), boating, and swimming. You can sign up for a $65/lodge
horseback riding lesson (2nd grade and up) online for $25 This is a great event for you!
per rider for a 1.5 hour lesson. Girls may bring any adult Juliettes (individual Girl Scouts)
female ages 18 or older. Note: Fee includes lodging and who attend this event will
!
these meals: campfire snack Friday; breakfast, lunch participate in the challenges
es
together. What better way to make
and dinner Saturday; and breakfast Sunday. Pricing is
t
Juliet
new friends?
per person, and the girl and adult must both register.
Price per Person
$60/member platform tent
$65/member lodge Have a blast with your girl Scout
sisters at Camp Linden's Jamboree.
See page 17 for the details.
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Jungle Gym Playsets • LakeSide Sheds 55Camp O’ the Hills Camp O’ the Hills
Sample Schedule
6:30-7:15 a.m. Polar Bear Swim
(Optional)
7:45-8 a.m. Flag
8-9 a.m. Breakfast
9:15–10:15 a.m. Activity 1
10:30–11:30 a.m. Activity 2
12–1 p.m. Lunch
1:15-2:15 p.m. Downtime/Trading Post
2:30–3:30 p.m. Activity 3
3:45-4:45 p.m. Activity 4
5-5:15 p.m. Flag
5:15-6 p.m. Dinner
6:15–7:15 p.m. Downtime/Trading Post
Located between Lenawee and Jackson County in the 7:30-9 p.m. All Camp
Closing Campfire
Irish Hills area, Camp O’ the Hills is situated on 109
beautiful aces of rolling hills, valleys and woods. There
are three lakes bordering the camp, with a beach on Me & My Guy—Let’s Build!
Wampler's Lake. Camp O’ the Hills is popular for troop entering grades 1-12 & adults
camping, community encampments and multi-day $60 per person, 3-Season Cabin
training events. Less than five miles from Michigan $65 per person, lodge
International Speedway! July 24-26
Check-in: 7:00 p.m. Friday
Troop Sampler Check-out: 10:00 a.m. Sunday
entering grades 1-8 From rockets, to a fairy house, to catapults, too! You’ll get
Check-in: 7:00 p.m. Friday the chance to build all kinds of things together! You’ll also
Check-out: 1:00 p.m. Sunday get to enjoy classic camp activities like boating, riflery,
outdoor cooking, archery, and so much more! Girls may
Experience all camp has to offer. Your weekend will bring any adult male who is 18 years or older.
be girl-led as the members of your troop choose Note: Pricing is per person and both the girl and the
from activities like boating, rifle, hiking, archery, adult must register.
and so much more! Trained program staff will lead
$65 per person, 3-Season Cabin
you through activities and introduce your troop
$70 per person, lodge
to the magic of camp! Perfect for troops new to
camping or for troops just wanting to have a ton
of fun without having to do any of the planning!
Note: Fee includes lodging and meals: Saturday
(breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and Sunday
(breakfast and lunch).
Session A: Traditional Ways, Jun 19-21
Session B: Once Upon a Time, Jun 26-28
Session C: Circus, Jul 10-12
Session D: Pirates, Jul 17-19
Session E: Secret Agents, Aug 7-9
Session F: Color Wars, Aug 14-16
$65 per person, 3-Season Cabin
$70 per person, lodge
Camp Play Day. Sunday, April 26, 2020
Check out Camp O’ the Hills! Bring the whole
family and enjoy some traditional camp activities
and lots of fun. We can't wait show you what camp
is all about!
800-497-2688 • girlscoutcamp.org 29leadership opportunities
Counselor in Training 1 (CIT 1)
entering grades 9-12 / Tent Accommodations / 13 days / $450
The CIT program provides a hands-on learning
experience that puts you on the path to becoming a
fabulous camp counselor! You’ll be trained by seasoned
camp staff on topics such as age characteristics, outdoor
skills, songs, and games. In addition to sharing their
individual talents with others, CITs will learn how to
plan and facilitate programming, effective teaching
techniques, and get experience being a leader in a
fun, girl-led environment! After you have successfully
completed your CIT 1, you’ll be ready to take on CIT 2.
Dates Location
Jul 19-31 Camp Linden
Jul 5-17 Camp Merrie Woode
Counselor in Training 2 (CIT 2)
entering grades 11-12 / Tent Accommodations/ 13 days / $400
Put your girl scout skills to work! This is your invitation to come back to camp to learn
You’ve been learning leadership skills throughout your
about the different activity area positions we have
Girl Scout career. Now you’re ready to fine tune those
available. You’ll get to shadow staff at the waterfront, the
skills and begin working with younger girls (who, by the
horse barn, the climbing wall, and the archery range
way, will look upon you as AMAZING!) Start your path to
to learn their role in the camp experience. Once your
becoming a camp counselor today.
training is complete, you can apply to return to camp
and volunteer as a Junior Counselor where you’ll work
alongside counselors in the unit or program staff in an
activity area of your choice. Training includes Level 1
USA Archery certification.
Dates Location
Jul 5-17 Camp Linden - correction
Leadership 101 Jul 19-31 Camp Merrie Woode - correction
entering grades 8-10 / tent accommodations / 6 days / $405
Ready to use and improve your Girl Scout skills and work
with younger campers? This six-day program is perfect
for older girls who are ready to transition from camper Junior Counselor
to Counselor in Training. You’ll learn how to facilitate Entering grades 11-12 / Free
songs and games, plan and lead activities, and comfort Length of stay, dates, and accommodations depend on
younger campers who miss home. You’ll even get to work chosen program
as a group to plan this week’s All Camp Activity! Girls
Now that you’ve completed both CIT 1 & 2, it’s time to
in this program participate in one Girls’ Choice activity
practice your skills! This hands-on experience provides
block per day.
a pathway for girls to become amazing camp staff. Girls
Week Dates Location will have the option of helping in a unit or in an activity
1 Jun 28-Jul 3 Camp Linden area such as horses or high adventure. Applications will
1 Jun 28-Jul 3 Camp Merrie Woode be mailed out in January to all campers who completed
both CIT 1 & 2. Girls who submit a Junior Counselor
application will be contacted by the director of their
preferred camp by March 31.
30 2020 Summer Overnight Camp Guide for All GirlsSaginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum
Home of the USS Edson DD-946
We now offer:
Guided Tours On Site Camping Overnights on the Ship
Meeting Space
For more information, visit us at
www.ussedson.org
or call
(989) 684-3946
On the trail at Camp Merrie Woode.
GIRL SCOUT PROGRAMS
THREE GREAT ORGANIZATIONS
WORKING TOGETHER
ANN ARBOR HANDS-ON MUSEUM
aahom.org/scouts
LESLIE SCIENCE & NATURE CENTER
lesliesnc.org/groups/scouts-our-place
YANKEE AIR MUSEUM
yankeeairmuseum.org/scouting-program
Join us for fun-filled workshops that
fulfill badge requirements like our
Brownie Senses Badge or our Junior
Detective Badge workshops.
We also offer programming and
workshops for all levels.
Visit any one of our sites for additional
information.Girl Scouts heart of Michigan
Travel camps
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan's travel programs are girl-
led. There is no better path toward becoming a decision-
maker and leader.
On each trip, you will learn and practice meal planning,
budgeting, shopping, navigation, activity selection,
driving and hiking route planning, time management,
orienteering, day hiking, outdoor cooking, tent camping
skills, leave no trace camping, and lots more outdoor
skills!
This year, all travel camps will leave from and return
to Camp Merrie Woode.
Check-in: 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Sleeping Bear Dunes/
South Manitou Island
Entering grades 8-12 • $550
Take a trek to one of the most scenic spots on Lake
Michigan’s Coast. You will hike the dunes, take the ferry
to South Manitou, tour the island and enjoy two days
of tent camping in the gorgeous wilderness of South
Manitou. You will also enjoy touring the local lighthouses
and learning about local maritime history of the area.
Week 1 Jun 28- Jul 3
Pictured Rocks Trip
Entering grades 8-12 • $650
Travel to the Upper Peninsula to hike, paddle and
explore the gorgeous and colorful cliffs at Pictured Rocks!
You will spend the week navigating the hiking trails
overlooking the cliffs of Pictured Rocks and taking a full
day guided kayaking tour of Pictured Rocks and rock
formations along the coast.
Week 2 Jul 5-10
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