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CAMPS
2021
Day Camp by GSWISE Alice Chester CampHERO
Community Day Camp Overnight Camp Career Camp
Registration opens Girls in grades K4–12 Girls in grades K4–12 Girls in grades 1–12 Girls in grades 8–12
February 25 pages 8–11 pages 12–13 pages 14–19 page 21
at noon
Table of Contents
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Who Can Be a Girl Scout
GSWISE Properties
Camp FAQs
Summer
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Camp like a G.I.R.L.
How to Register for Camp
Day Camps by Community
CAMPS
12-13 GSWISE Day Camp
Experiences for Every Girl
14-19 Alice Chester Overnight Camp At Girl Scouts, girls find a safe space where they are free to be themselves,
giving her a summer home away from home! Many Girl Scouts report
20 Camper Quiz that camp was one of the best things about their Girl Scout experience.
21 CampHERO Camping is a great way for girls to explore leadership, build skills, and
develop a deep appreciation for nature. Whether for a day, a week, or
longer, Girl Scout camp gives girls an opportunity to grow, explore, and have
All photos were taken prior to COVID-19 fun in a supportive all-girl, girl-led environment.
What will she choose to do this summer?
Review our camp options with your girl, then visit gswise.org to learn more
and sign her up!
Volunteers make camp possible. You can go to camp with her! Visit
pages 10-11 for Day Camps by Community volunteer opportunities.
Which camp is right for your girl?
Camp Questions
customercare@gswise.org Day Camps by Community
Five-day sessions in the great outdoors in communities throughout
800-565-4475
southeastern Wisconsin. Run by Girl Scout adult volunteers and led by
teens, girls can attend by themselves, with a friend or two, or with her
troop; you can volunteer to go to camp with her for a day!
GSWISE Day Camp
Experience the adventure of camp during the day, while returning to
the comforts of home at night. This is a great opportunity to explore
new interests! Sessions are five days and located in East Troy.
Recursos en Alice Chester Overnight Camp
Sessions are five or more nights and each has a special focus. Camp
español Alice Chester is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true! Girls sleep in
a troop house, A-frame cabin, or platform tent. Located in East Troy.
Para obtener recursos en español,
llame al número de Servicio al CampHERO
A weeklong camp focused on careers as a first responder – law
Cliente al 800-565-4475. Presione 1
enforcement, fire suppression, and emergency medicine. Girls work
para dejar un mensaje en español y alongside the professionals at the Milwaukee Area Technical College
un representante hispanohablante Oak Creek campus during the day and spend their nights indoor
le regresará la llamada. camping at Trefoil Oaks Program Center in Kenosha.
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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
Who Can Be a Girl Scout? On my honor, I will try:
To serve God and my country,
Membership is available to any girl in grades K5-12 who accepts To help people at all times,
the Girl Scout Promise and Girl Scout Law. Girls shall not be denied And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
admission to any troop or group because of race, creed, religion, sexual
orientation, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, health
status, socio-economic/public status, or national origin. Women and
men, 18 years or older, may join as adult members by accepting the
principles of the organization.
This Girl Scout membership year is from October 1, 2020 –
Girl Scout Law
September 30, 2021. To ensure safety for all members, adults who I will do my best to be
volunteer to work directly with girls must be registered members honest and fair,
and pass a background check. Upon registration, members are friendly and helpful,
automatically covered under the basic GSUSA insurance plan. considerate and caring,
courageous and strong,
and responsible for what I say and do,
Girl Membership and to
$50 per girl respect myself and others,
All non-Girl Scout members will pay a $50 membership registration. respect authority,
use resources wisely,
Keep the Girl Scout fun going all year long! We can connect you to a make the world a better place,
troop, or you can join as an Individually Registered Member (IRM). Need and be a sister to every Girl Scout.
help taking the next step on your Girl Scout journey? Contact us at
customercare@gswise.org or call 800-565-4475.
Adult Membership
$25 per adult
Volunteer to join her on her Girl Scout adventures! Whether you can Girl Scout grade
give a few hours, weeks, months, or more, volunteering with Girl Scouts
is flexible and fun. levels:
Financial assistance is available. For more information, please Daisies: Grades K5-1
see page 7. Brownies: Grades 2-3
Juniors: Grades 4-5
Questions? Contact Customer Care at 800-565-4475 or Cadettes: Grades 6-8
customercare@gswise.org. Seniors: Grades 9-10
Ambassadors: Grades 11-12
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Camp and Council Properties
operated by Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast
Program Centers
A Camp Alice Chester (CAC)
D N8651 Townline Road, East Troy
B Chinook Program Center (CPC)
S62W24528 Townline Road, Waukesha
C Fowler Troop House (FTH)
438 N. Oakwood Avenue, Oconomowoc
fowlertroophouse@gmail.com
D Camp Silver Brook (CSB)
2561 W. Decorah Road, West Bend
E Trefoil Oaks Program Center (TFOPC)
3901 First Street (County Road KR), Kenosha
C
Membership Centers
Racine Center
5801 Washington Avenue (Hwy 20), Suite 200,
Mount Pleasant
Service Centers
B
Marion Chester Read Service Center
(MCRSC)
131 S. 69th Street, Milwaukee
Woodhaven Service Center (WHSC)
A 2303 37th Street, Kenosha
E
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Camp FAQs
Who can attend Girl Scout camp? Can my camper bring a cell phone?
Camp is open to all girls in grades K5-12. Some camps No. Our camps are unplugged to let girls connect with
are open to girls in grade K4, others have entering grade nature, others, and themselves. The camp director will
requirements or prerequisites which must be met to contact parents if a camper has a medical problem, is
ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all campers. excessively homesick, or has an emergency.
My camper is not a Girl Scout member but would Is my camper ready for camp?
like to attend camp. Can she attend and are there Yes! At both day and overnight camp, she’ll be paired
additional fees? with girls her own age, participating in activities
Girl Scout camps are open to all girls. Girls who are appropriate for her level of camp experience. She’ll
not members of Girl Scouts will pay an additional $50 create memories that will last a lifetime and stories
membership registration. This allows her to participate she’ll look forward to sharing with you.
in Girl Scout activities through September 30, 2021. If you’re considering camp for the first time, try Day
Camps by Community and you can sign up to volunteer
When can I register my camper? and spend the day at camp with her! Check out the
Registration opens Thursday, February 25 at noon. camper quiz on page 20 to find the perfect fit for your
girl.
What if my girl has special needs?
We are dedicated to serving all girls at camp and How do I access camp confirmations?
can accommodate most campers. Contact the camp For Alice Chester Overnight Camp, CampHERO, and
director to learn how we can work with you to make her GSWISE Day Camp, confirmations are available in your
camp experience a success. CampMinder account. Day Camps by Community
confirmations will be emailed by the camp directors
Can my camper attend with a friend? 2 weeks before the camp session begins.
Yes! Alice Chester Overnight Camp, CampHERO, and
GSWISE Day Camp can place campers with buddies. COVID-19 Safety Precautions
Buddies must be in the same age group and register
for the same session. Both buddies should request the During these challenging times summer camp is more
other’s name during registration. beneficial than ever. The safety of our campers, staff,
and volunteers is paramount. Based on guidance from
the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the American
Who are the camp staff and volunteers? Camp Association and our local and state health
We select talented, experienced, caring adults to serve departments we have a proactive plan in place to keep
as role models and caretakers. They are selected camp as safe as possible. Some of our precautions
because they have a genuine desire to work with girls include moving activities outdoors (weather permitting),
and are trained in areas such as: first aid and CPR; increased handwashing, sanitizing surfaces, mask
emergency procedures; child development; working wearing, updated food/meal procedures, and keeping
through homesickness; team building; and more. campers in unit cohort(s) to limit possible cross-
contamination.
How is my child safe?
Your camper’s safety is our number one priority. We
We will continue to monitor and adapt our practices and
follow state licensing, ACA accreditation and Girl Scout
share this information with parents, before and during
safety standards which include, but are not limited to:
camp.
• Background checks for all adult camp staff and
volunteers
• Certified lifeguards, health supervisors, and
high-risk activity instructors
• Training for all staff and volunteers to ensure
your camper’s physical and emotional well-being
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Camp like a G.I.R.L.
Camp Standards Virtual Camp Information Sessions
In addition to meeting the established Never sent your girl to camp? Meet the camp director
standards for health, safety, program, virtually for GSWISE Day Camp and Alice Chester
and personnel criteria set by federal, Overnight Camp and the Senior Director of Camp for Day
state, and local governments, our camps meet the Camps by Community to get your questions answered. To
standards set by Girl Scouts of the USA. Camp Alice register, visit the camp section of our website at
Chester and Camp Silver Brook are proud to be gswise.org/Camp.
accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), a
national organization and industry leader that sets high Monday, March 22 • 7:00-8:00 p.m.
standards for the health and safety of campers and staff, Sunday, April 18 • 3:00-4:00 p.m.
and the delivery of quality programs.
Important Dates
February 25 Camp registration opens at noon
May 3 Camp discount deadline
June 1 Auto charge camp balance due
Leadership in the Outdoors
Girls discover a whole new world of activities at Girl Scout
camp – swimming freely in lakes, working together to steer
a canoe, practicing the perfect shot in archery, exploring
nature during an afternoon hike, learning to cook over a
fire, and cheering on friends as they challenge themselves
to try new things. Girls strengthen their skills and grow
their passion for environmental stewardship through our
outdoor leadership programming.
When a girl goes to camp…
• She will grow in self-confidence and know that
her voice counts;
• She will support others and be supported;
• She will increase her circle of friends, lead a
group, follow others, compromise, and make
decisions for herself;
• She will create a community that values
differences;
• She will discover her summer self.
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How to Register for Camp
Camp Discount Camp Cancellations/Refund Policy
Save $25 by registering for any camp on or before Monday,
May 3. Camp Deposits
$25 for Day Camp / $50 for Overnight Camp
How to Register for Camp Sessions Camp Deposits are Non-Refundable,
Unless Otherwise Noted
You will be able to register starting Thursday, February 25
at noon. Ensure your browser is updated. Mozilla, Firefox Timeframe Policy
or Google Chrome are recommended. While CampMinder Up to 4 weeks Cancellations can be transferred to another
is compatible with mobile devices, iPads, or tablets, the prior to Camp camp/session or a refund for the amount
smaller devices are harder to use due to the large amount of Session Start Date paid minus the deposit, will be issued. Allow
information requested. two weeks for refund processing and receipt.
1. Go to gswise.org/Camp.
2. Click the link to CampMinder.
2-4 weeks before Cancellations can be transferred to another
IMPORTANT! Each girl, adult, boy, or peewee must have their Camp Session camp/session. A refund for the amount paid
own Participant Profile in CampMinder. Start Date minus the deposit is only allowed in the
following circumstances:
• Medical reasons, including COVID-19
Waitlists • Mandatory summer school
Go to camp with your Girl Scout! Many Day Camps by • A death or critical illness (immediate
Community need an adult to register to volunteer for one family)
day before they can register their camper(s). This ensures • Family moves out of the area
that there will be enough adult coverage provided for girls. If Less than two A pro-rated (based on days missed) refund,
a session is filled, you will be able to put your camper on a weeks prior to transfer or credit will be issued if your
waitlist to be contacted if a spot opens up. the Camp Session camper is required to quarantine as per the
Start Date or health department because of a positive or
during the Camp possible COVID-19 case.
Questions? Contact Customer Care at Session
800-565-4475 or customercare@gswise.org for
assistance. Camp Session is Full refunds will be issued, including
Full camp deposit. Allow two weeks for refund
processing and receipt.
Camp Payment Options -OR-
• You can reserve a spot by paying in full OR paying the Cancelled by the
minimum deposit required: which is $25 for Day Camps Council
or $50 for Overnight Camp. All camp balances will be
automatically charged on June 1.
• You can use Program Activity Credits (PACs) toward Spring Virtual Camps
the session fee. PACs cannot be used to pay for camp Save the Date(s)! We look forward to sharing further details
deposits. (Girls earn PACs by participating in the Girl Scout with our members in our upcoming program emails! For
Cookie Program or Fall Nut Program.) PACs earned during now, take a peek at what we have to offer this spring break!
the 2019 Fall Nut Program or 2020 Cookie Program have an
extended deadline of September 30, 2021 due to COVID-19 Space Science – Explore our planets, the moon, and space
restrictions. as you earn your Space Science badge.
• Camp registrations received after June 1, if not paid in full • April 5-9, 6:30-8:00 p.m. (Grades K5-5)
at time of registration, will automatically be charged two
weeks prior to the session. Health in Action – Explore living a heart healthy lifestyle
with fun activities and earn the Health in Action participation
• You can apply for financial assistance, if needed. patch.
Financial assistance is available for families who qualify. • April 5-8, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades K5-5)
Pay the required, minimum deposit and request financial • April 5-8, 2:00-3:00 p.m. (Grades 6-8)
assistance in CampMinder. You will receive a form via
email. It must be completed to process your financial
assistance request.
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Day Camps
by Community
Wands & Wizards: The Magic of Camp
Unleash your inner G.I.R.L. (go-getter, innovator, risk-
taker, leader)™ and join us for summer adventure
inspired by our theme— Wands & Wizards: The Magic
of Camp! Each team of Girl Scout volunteers and teens
is ready to ignite her curiosity as she takes part in this
beloved summer tradition. She’ll keep cool with water
fun, explore nature, get creative with art projects, and
challenge herself as she learns new outdoor skills. In our
girl-led, girl-only environment she’ll feel comfortable
trying new things and empowered to take the lead.
Day Camps are held for five days at Camp Alice Chester,
Camp Silver Brook, Chinook Program Center, or Trefoil
Oaks Program Center for communities throughout
southeastern Wisconsin. Each is run by adult volunteers
and led by teens. Activities are progressive so girls can
continue to learn new skills as they grow!
What new skills will she learn?
Activities become more challenging as girls grow!
Whether it’s her very first time at camp or she’s a
seasoned pro, at a Day Camps by Community she is on
the path to becoming a Master of the Outdoors.
An example of our skill progression: To teach targeting
skills, Girl Scout Daisies or Brownies may learn how to
use sling shots; Girl Scout Brownies or Juniors may learn
how to target the bullseye with bows and arrows; and
older Girl Scouts may perfect their skills with hatchet
throwing.
Day Camps by Community Locations
(See map on page 4)
Each camp is owned by GSWISE and maintained by
GSWISE staff. Camps feature a mix of buildings, outdoor
shelters, forests, and open spaces.
Camp Alice Chester (CAC) East Troy
Camp Silver Brook (CSB) West Bend
Chinook Program Center (CPC) Waukesha
Trefoil Oaks Program Center (TFOPC) Kenosha
Senior Director of Camp
Lori “Shades” Kasun
lkasun@gswise.org
414-443-3965
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Camper grades listed
Day Camps
are for current
2020-2021 school year.
by Community
General information Keeping camp safe
Campers in grades K4–6: Each camp has a health supervisor on staff all day and a first
Fee includes a T-shirt, patch, busing, programming, and some aider for each overnight.
meals/snacks. Only some camps allow girls in K4 to attend Swimming and boating activities are supervised by trained,
camp as a camper. Check your specific camps web site for certified lifeguards.
age requirements. Archery instructors are trained and certified by national
archery organizations.
Program Aides (PAs)/Counselors-in-Training (CITs) girls in
grades 7–12: Camps are licensed and inspected by state health inspectors.
Do not pay a camp fee. They do receive the patch, busing, and Weather is monitored, and plans are in place for heat, storms,
some meals/snacks. and emergencies.
Camp directors are volunteers and trained in child
Overnights: Each camp offers overnight/late stay options for
development, leadership development, emergency procedures,
girls in grades 3 and up. $15 per overnight/late stay.
Girl Scout programming, outdoor skills, and more.
Peewees (ages 3–5) and boys (ages 6–12):
$15 per day, can only attend on the day the parent volunteers at Teen Girl Scouts Needed!
camp. Qualifications vary for each camp, see gswise.org>
Camp>Day Camp>Day Camp by Community for details. Teen Girl Scouts encourage younger campers to get out of
Please make sure the child is ready to be away from the adult their comfort zones and try new things. We’ll give you the
and spend a day at camp. training you need to become a role model for younger Girl
Scouts.
Adult Volunteers: Bonus: You can earn 35+ service hours in one week!
Do not pay a camp fee. Receive the patch (if desired), busing,
and some meals/snacks. Each adult volunteer on site must
be a registered Girl Scout and have a completed background How you will help:
check. Program Aide-in-Training (PAIT)
Girls in grade 6: See what being a PA is all about as you
Pricing information shadow the Program Aides and try leading younger campers
$130 on or before May 3 in activities. PAITs pay camper fee.
$155 May 4 – date set by camp (check
gswise.org>Camp>Day Camp>
Day Camp by Community Program Aide (PA)
for registration deadlines) Girls in grades 7–8: Lead younger campers as you become a
$180 late registration (if available) up to one week leader. Work with an adult mentor to fine-tune your skills.
prior to the session start date
*Registration Deadlines Counselor-in-Training (CIT)
Please note that late registration varies for each camp and
can only be taken if space and adult coverage allows. Girls in grades 9–12: Master your skills by leading activities or
a unit.
For additional details on:
PAs and CITs do not pay the session fee, but do pay a fee for
busing locations
registration end dates any overnights.
overnights
peewee and boy availability How teen Girl Scouts sign up:
volunteer orientation dates
special theme days Step 1: Make sure you are a registered Girl Scout or register
and more, check out gswise.org>Camp>Day Camp> as a Girl Scout during camp registration.
Day Camp by Community>Camp Session Name Step 2: Register for your camp session.
Step 3: Attend PA core training or CIT training if you haven’t
already.
Step 4: Attend camp training.
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Day Camps
by Community
Volunteers! You Make Day Camps by Community What does my day look like when I volunteer?
Possible Show up ready for fun! You will be assigned to be part of a
Adults from each family network are needed to volunteer unit or at an activity station with other adults, CITs, and PAs.
one (or more!) days You will be given a schedule, map of camp, and resource
binder. The CITs and PAs know their way around camp and will
For each day of camp, one adult is needed for every five to help lead activities and get you where you need to be.
eight girls to follow girl to adult ratio. That means adults from
each family and/or troop are needed to volunteer one or Your time will be spent:
more days to make camp happen. • assisting girls in getting to activities on-time
• making sure everyone is included
Trade a day at work for a day with your girl!
• helping girls make new friends
You know how quickly girls grow up! Spend a day or two (or
• encouraging girls as they try new activities
five) volunteering at camp and make memories that will last a
lifetime.
You don’t need to be an experienced camper, you just need
Volunteer or find volunteers from your personal network. to want to help girls enjoy camp and be successful. And of
Recruit aunts, uncles, grandparents, college students, past course, we want you to have fun too!
campers, and friends.
All camps offer an orientation for volunteers. We want to
How to Register to Volunteer make sure you feel comfortable when you are at camp and we
will answer all of your questions before your camp begins.
Step 1: Register as a member of Girl Scouts at
gswise.org and complete an online background
check. Troop co-leaders: volunteering gives you a chance to learn
new skills to use with your troop during the school year. Plus,
Step 2: Register for the camp session she will attend. Go to
you’ll learn lots of songs, games, and skills the girls can enjoy
gswise.org/camp.
at troop meetings.
Adults who are not already a registered member will need
Parents and family members: volunteering gives you special
to pay the $25 membership fee. The membership is good
time with your camper to watch her independence and skills
through October 1, 2021 and includes your background check
blossom.
and Girl Scout insurance while participating at camp, in
events, or with your troop.
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by Community at a glance
School District/
Camp Session Location Dates Session Time
Busing Area
Arrowhead Arrowhead Chinook Program Center July 26-30 Monday–Thursday
1:00-7:30 p.m.
Friday 1:00-6:00 p.m.
Bayview, Cudahy, South Shore, Wise Girls Camp Silver Brook June 21-25 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Milwaukee, St. Francis,
West Allis-West Milwaukee
Big Bend, Muskego- Sun Lakes Camp Alice Chester August 2-6 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Norway, Waterford
Eagle, East Troy, Woodland Trails Chinook Program Center July 19-23 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Mukwonago
Elmbrook Whispering Trails: June Chinook Program Center June 14-18 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Whispering Trails: July Camp Silver Brook June 28-July2 9:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Erin, Germantown, Holy Hill Northern Lights Camp Silver Brook August 9-13 9:00 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
Hartford, Slinger, Allenton Glacier Hills Camp Silver Brook July 19-23 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Kenosha, Racine Belles of the Lake Trefoil Oaks Program Center July 12-16 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friends Forward Camp Alice Chester August 16-20 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Kenosha West Chinook Program Center July 12-16 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Kettle Moraine Alpha Moraine Camp Alice Chester August 9-13 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Menomonee Falls, River Valley, Enchanted Camp Silver Brook August 2-6 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Pewaukee Waters
New Berlin, West Allis– Sunny Trails, Wise Girls Camp Silver Brook July 26-30 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
West Milwaukee
Oconomowoc Lakeland Chinook Program Center June 21-25 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
West Bend, Rising Stars, Meadow Camp Silver Brook June 14-18 12:00-7:30 p.m.
Sussex-Hamilton Springs
Waukesha Indian Springs Chinook Program Center August 2-6 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Prairie Hill Camp Alice Chester June 14-18 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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Sessions at GSWISE Day Camp in East Troy, are five days
and focused on four themes: Outdoor Adventure, The Arts,
Sports and Games, and STEM— a great opportunity to
explore new interests! Our trained staff will guide your girl in
engaging activities with hands-on learning.
Campers will build their courage and confidence while
building friendships with Girl Scouts who share similar
interests. Girls can now seek challenges with our new badge
centered programming!
Badges are an outward recognition of inward growth the
Girl Scout way and are a great way for her to explore her
interests, learn new skills, and show the world what she’s
accomplished. Each week, every girl will earn a badge based
on the week's theme. Girls can also earn the “Be a sister to
every Girl Scout” petal (Daisies) or the Girl Scout Way badge
(Brownies-Cadettes).
Within each weekly theme, activities become more
challenging as she gets older. In addition to earning badges,
camp traditions (swimming, boating, target sports, hiking,
songs and games, outdoor cooking and climbing the rock
wall) will be part of every girls’ experience.
Campers are supported by our fully trained staff whose
focus is ensuring each girl has the best experience possible.
Staff are trained to help girls challenge themselves as
they try new activities, expand their friendship circles and
become active members of the camp community.
A typical day at GSWISE Day Camp
9:00 a.m. Campers arrive/ Opening Flag Ceremony
9:45 a.m. Camp programming
12:00 p.m. Lunch
12:45 p.m. Camp programming
3:45 p.m. Closing Flag Ceremony
4:00 p.m. Campers depart
Camp Director
Chris “Lemme” Friedl
cfriedl@gswise.org
414-443-3912
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GSWISE Day Camp
are for current
2020-2021 school year. at a glance
Transportation (Optional) Four themes of GSWISE Day Camp
Busing is offered throughout Milwaukee County. Indicate your Campers in grades K4–6
desired bus stop during registration. Pick up and drop off Fee: 5-day sessions are $200 on or before May 3; $225
locations are listed below. after May 3 until two weeks before camp. Busing is an
Bus Fee: $55 for 5-day sessions additional $55. Fee includes a T-shirt, badge, patch,
programming, and a daily snack.
Bus Route: Green
Roosevelt Elementary Wauwatosa 7:20 a.m. 5:40 p.m. The Arts: July 12 – 16
School
Explore your creative side! The week focuses on
Mayfair Mall Milwaukee 7:40 a.m. 5:20 p.m. the creative arts – theatre, music, and dance.
Marion Chester Read Milwaukee 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Service Center
Sports and Games: July 19 – 23
St. Matthias Catholic Parish Milwaukee 8:20 a.m. 4:40 p.m.
Get active and keep moving as you try all sorts
of games and life sports.
Bus Route: Blue
Pick ’n Save Milwaukee 7:20 a.m. 5:40 p.m.
(250 West Holt Ave.) STEM—Week 1: June 21 – 25
College Ave. Park and Ride Milwaukee 7:40 a.m. 5:20 p.m. Figure out how things work as you create
Greendale High School Greendale 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. potions and explosions using Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Math fun!
Hales Corners Park and Ride Hales Corners 8:20 a.m. 4:40 p.m.
STEM—Week 2: July 26 – 30
Older Girl Scouts Needed!
Create engineering marvels using Science,
Teen Girl Scouts encourage younger campers to get out of
Technology, Engineering, and Math fun!
their comfort zones and try new things. We’ll give you the
training you need to become a role model for younger Girl
Scouts. Outdoor Explorations: June 28 – July 2
Bonus: You can earn 35+ service hours in one week! Build your outdoor skills as you explore Camp
Alice Chester and the animals and plants that
How you will help:
live there.
Program Aide-In-Training (PAIT)
Girls in grade 6: Complete Program Aide Training, shadow
the Program Aides and try leading younger campers in
activities. Girls pay the camper fee. Week 5: July 26-30.
Program Aide (PA)
Girls in grades 7–8: Lead younger campers as you
become a leader. Work with an adult mentor to fine-tune
your skills. Offered during all sessions. No fee.
Counselor-in-Training (CIT)
Girls in grades 9–12: Master your skills by leading
activities or a unit. Offered during all sessions. No fee.
PA/CIT Training
Training is MANDATORY EACH YEAR and must be taken before
participating in camp. Register at gswise.org>MyGS>Find
Events.
ALL PAs/CITs Fee: $10
1 – Saturday, June 5, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
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overnight camp
Sign up for summer adventures!
Camp Alice Chester overnight camp sessions are five, or more
nights and each has a special focus. Girls sleep in a troop
house, A-frame cabin, or platform tent. Horse programs,
leadership programs, and adventure trips away from camp are
offered.
Your girl will discover her summer self at Camp Alice Chester.
She’ll channel her inner G.I.R.L. as she explores a wide range
of camp activities including hiking, games, crafts, archery,
swimming, boating, climbing the rock wall, and gathering with
her Girl Scout sisters to sing around the campfire.
While she’s having fun, trained staff are helping your girl
develop her leadership skills, increase her independence, and
connect with nature and the people around her.
Discover Alice Chester Overnight Camp at
gswise.org/Camp!
A typical day at Camp Alice Chester
7:00 a.m. Early rise fun (optional)
8:00 a.m. Breakfast and opening flag ceremony
9:00 a.m. Camp kapers
9:30 a.m. Activity time
12:00 p.m. Lunch and me-time
2:00 p.m. Activity time
5:45 p.m. Closing flag ceremony and dinner
7:00 p.m. Evening activities
9:00 p.m. Day is done
10:00 p.m. Lights out
Girls in grades 1 through 12 are welcome
There are many ways to enjoy Camp Alice Chester! It all
depends on each girl’s interests and readiness for camp.
Traditional Camps / Five nights
Traditional overnight camp experiences with a variety of
activity choices.
Horse Programs / Five to twelve nights
For campers who LOVE horses. Horseback riding is done
with professional riding programs located off-site. Girls
Camp Director will travel to their program site by van or bus.
Chris “Lemme” Friedl Adventure Trips / Five to thirteen nights
cfriedl@gswise.org Ideal for the experienced camper or those looking to
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explore the world. Girls spend most of their time away
from camp on their great adventure.
Leadership Programs / Twelve nights
For older girls entering grades 9–12 wanting to become
camp counselors or gain experience working with children.
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are for current
2020-2021 school year. overnight camp
Check-in and check-out
Check-in is 1:30–3:30 p.m. Check-out begins at 4:00 p.m. on
Traditional Camp / Five nights
closing day.
Let your imagination soar as you enjoy your week at Camp
Alice Chester. Girls will help design a week of fun that includes
Transportation swimming, rock climbing, art, nature, campfire cooking,
Most families drop-off and pick-up from camp. If necessary, games, songs, and more. You will also choose a badge to earn
van transportation is available for a $50 fee. Indicate your and take home.
desired stop during camp registration. You will be notified a
week before your session of the pick-up times. All traditional camp sessions run Sunday-Friday. Girls are
grouped by the grades girls are currently in-grades 1-2,
Three stops are available: grades 3-4 and grades 5-8.
Marion Chester Read Service Center, Milwaukee
Session 1 June 20-25 Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4
Martin Luther King Library, Milwaukee Session 2 June 27-July 2 Grades 5-8
Ives Grove Park and Ride, Racine Session 4 July 18-23 Grades 3-4, Grades 5-8
Session 5 July 25-30 Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4,
Flexible pricing Grades 5-8
All our Summer Camp opportunities for girls are subsidized
by Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast. This means that the Fee: Tier 1 $665
full cost of providing camp programs and operating camp is
greater than the fee charged for participation. For each session, Tier 2 $475/$500
there are two pricing options:
Tier 1 reflects the actual cost of operating camp per girl.
Tier 2 reflects 75% of the actual cost of operating camp per Choose-A-Badge!
girl. The prices listed for Tier 2 reflect the fee before and after At camp, girls as a unit will choose a badge to earn
the May 3 early registration discount deadline. and take home from camp! Girls may also earn
requirements toward other Girl Scout badges while at
Select the fee that is appropriate for your family. Flexible camp!
pricing will not affect the quality of your girls program. The
goal of flexible pricing options are to provide the highest
quality programs that serve all girls, regardless of their family's
financial situation, and to preserve camp for generations to
come.
Fees includes a T-shirt, badge, patch, programming, and all
meals/snacks.
Financial Assistance Available
If the cost of camp remains beyond your financial capacity,
we invite you to apply for financial assistance. Please pay the
required minimum deposit and request financial assistance in
CampMinder. You will receive a form via email that you must
complete to process your request. We treat all requests with
the strictest of confidence.
Questions? Contact Customer Care at 800-565-4475 or
customercare@gswise.org.
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about fee tiers, go to
overnight camp page 15.
Horse Programs / Five to Twelve nights
Build your confidence while riding and working with horses! Our western-style horse programs are progressive which means as you
move up through the programs you learn new skills and increase your comfort level. When you’re not spending time with horses, you’ll
have a great time at Camp Alice Chester! Levels 2, 3, and 4 spend some overnights away from camp.
Safety and stables Level 3-Intermediate: Eight hours of previous riding
experience required. Groom, saddle, and ride as you spend
Each stable we work with follows GSUSA guidelines for safety,
three days and two nights at Wilderness Pursuit Horseback
is inspected yearly, and meets insurance requirements.
Adventures in Neillsville. Let Native American horse legends
Counselors are trained in riding and safety protocol. Stables are
inspire designs you paint on your horse. Ten (10) hours spent
located in Neillsville and Mukwonago, Wisconsin.
in horse activities at the ranch, and several days enjoying
other ranch activities.
Experience
Level 4-Advanced Intermediate: Fifteen hours of previous
Level 1-Beginner: No experience necessary. Learn how to
riding experience required. Extend the riding fun as you spend
groom, lead, mount, dismount, and control your horse in an
four days and three nights at Wilderness Pursuit Horseback
arena. Learn what horses eat and how they are prepared for
Adventures in Neillsville. Ride through forests and rivers,
riding. Five (5) hours spent at a local ranch.
through an obstacle course, try bareback, and more. Twelve
Level 2-Advanced Beginner: Minimal experience necessary. (12) hours spent in horse activities at the ranch, and several
Each girl will be assigned her own horse for three days and days enjoying other activities at the ranch and nearby areas.
two nights at Wilderness Pursuit Horseback Adventures in
Level 5: Advanced: Twenty-five (25) hours of previous riding
Neillsville. Learn how to tack and how to let the horse know
experience required. Take your horse skills to the next level in
you’re the one in charge. Practice safety skills as you groom,
this 12-night program. Combine camp leadership training with
mount, and ride. Eight (8) hours spent in horse activities at the
an emphasis on learning the business of operating a ranch
ranch, and several days enjoying other ranch activities.
and includes some riding. Spend three nights at Wilderness
Pursuit Horseback Adventures in Neillsville after you’ve
completed your leadership training. Twelve (12) hours spent in
horse activities at the ranch, and several days enjoying other
activities at the ranch.
Horseback Riding Adventures
Experience Title Dates Grades Fee
Level 1 Equestrian I June 20-25 Girls in Tier 1 $815
June 27-July 2 grades 3-4 Tier 2 $590/$615
July 18-23
July 25-30
Level 2 Equestrian II June 20-25 Girls in Tier 1 $860
June 27-July 2 grades 4-6 Tier 2 $620/$645
July 18-23
Level 3 Equestrian III July 7-16 Girls in Tier 1 $860
(9 nights) grades 5-7 Tier 2 $620/$645
Level 4 Equestrian IV July 7-16 Girls in Tier 1 $895
(9 nights) grades 6-8 Tier 2 $650/$675
Level 5 Wrangler-In- June 20-July 2 Girls in Tier 1 $1,350
Training grades 8-11 Tier 2 $990/$1,015
(12-nights)
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Camp Alice Chester
2020-2021 school year. overnight camp
Adventure Trips / Five to nine nights
Do you love to try new things, or maybe you want to learn more about an outdoor skill? Our new Level system will help you choose
the right fit!
Level 1-Beginner: No experience necessary. May include one Level 4-Advanced Intermediate: Prerequisite of Level 3 in the
night of primitive camping (no electricity). activity or Camp Director Approval*. Four or more nights
Level 2-Advanced Beginner: Previous camping experience of primitive camping (no electricity), away from camp,
recommended. Two-three nights of primitive camping in Wisconsin, Minnesota or Michigan. Ability to carry
(no electricity) away from camp, in Wisconsin. Ability 30 lbs over an extended period.
to carry 20 lbs over an extended period. Level 5: Advanced: Prerequisite of Level 4 in the activity
Level 3-Intermediate: Prerequisite of Level 2 in the activity or Camp Director Approval*. Five-seven nights of
or Camp Director Approval*. Three-four nights of primitive camping (no electricity), away from camp, in
primitive camping (no electricity) away from camp, in Wisconsin, Minnesota or Michigan. Ability to carry
Wisconsin, Minnesota or Michigan. Ability to carry 30 lbs over an extended period.
25 lbs over an extended period.
Choose your adventures from backpacking, paddling, climbing, or specialty adventures.
Backpacking Adventures
Experience Title Dates Grades Fee
(Travel Destination)
Level 1 Trail Trekkers I June 27-July 2 Girls in Tier 1 $725
grades 3-4
Tier 2 $520/$545
Level 2 Trail Trekkers II July 18-23 Girls in Tier 1 $725
(Northern Kettle grades 4-6
Tier 2 $520/$545
Moraine)
Level 3 Trail Trekkers III July 7-16 Girls in Tier 1 $895
(Porcupine grades 5-7
Tier 2 $650/$675
Mountains,
Ontonagon, MI)
(9 nights)
*GSWISE reserves the right to alter trip destinations due to adverse weather conditions and other safety concerns.
gswise.org • 800-565-4475 17Camp Alice Chester For more information
about fee tiers, go to
overnight camp page 15.
Adventure Trips / Five to twelve nights
Paddling Adventures
Experience Title Dates Grades Fee
(Travel Destination)
Level 1 Voyagers I June 27-July 2 Girls in Tier 1 $725
grades 3-4
Tier 2 $520/$545
Level 2 Voyagers II June 27-July 2 Girls in Tier 1 $725
(Fox River) July 25-30 grades 4-6
Tier 2 $520/$545
Level 3 Voyagers III July 7-16 Girls in Tier 1 $895
(Newport State Park, grades 5-7
Tier 2 $650/$675
Door County, WI)
(9 nights)
Level 4 Voyagers IV July 7-16 Girls in Tier 1 $910
(Apostle Islands, grades 6-8
Tier 2 $660/$685
Superior, WI)
(9 nights)
Level 5 Voyagers V June 20-July 2 Girls in Tier 1 $1,145
(Sylvania grades 7-12
Tier 2 $835/$860
Wilderness,
Watersmeet, MI)
(12 nights)
Climbing Adventures
Experience Title Dates Grades Fee
(Travel Destination)
Level 1 Summit Seekers I July 25-30 Girls in Tier 1 $725
(Field trips to grades 3-4
Tier 2 $520/$545
Ledgeview Cave, WI
& Eagle Cave, WI)
Level 2 Summit Seekers II July 18-23 Girls in Tier 1 $825
(Devil's Lake, grades 4-6
Tier 2 $595/$620
Baraboo, WI)
Level 3 Summit Seekers III July 7-16 Girls in Tier 1 $895
(Devil's Lake, grades 5-7
Tier 2 $650/$675
Baraboo, WI)
(9 nights)
Level 4 Summit Seekers IV July 7-16 Girls in Tier 1 $910
(Devil's Lake, grades 6-8
Tier 2 $660/$685
Baraboo, WI)
(9 nights)
*GSWISE reserves the right to alter trip destinations due to adverse weather conditions and other safety concerns.
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are for current
Camp Alice Chester
2020-2021 school year. overnight camp
Specialty Adventures / Five to twelve nights
Title Dates Grades Fee
(Travel Destination)
Cirque du CAC June 20-25 Girls in Tier 1 $835
grades 3-5
Tier 2 $600/$625
Let the Games Begin July 25-30 Girls in Tier 1 $725
grades 4-6
Tier 2 $520/$545
Performance Artist June 20-25 Girls in Tier 1 $725
grades 5-7
Tier 2 $520/$545
Adventure Expedition: Kentucky July 18-30 Girls in Tier 1 $2,040
(Field Trip to Louisville, Kentucky) grades 7-12
Tier 2 $1,505/$1,530
(12 nights)
*GSWISE reserves the right to alter trip destinations due to adverse weather conditions and other safety concerns.
Leadership Programs
Counselor-in-Training I & II (CIT I or CIT II) Wrangler-in-Training (WIT)
Girls in grades 8-12 Girls in grades 8-12
The transition from camper to mentor is a big one! Realize Develop your leadership skills as you make the move from
your leadership potential and develop competence working camper to mentor and earn your Wrangler-in-Training award.
with campers while earning your Council-in-Training I or II You’ll also have time to recharge with swimming, boating, and
award. You’ll also have time to recharge with swimming, just having fun with your friends! Your leadership skills will be
boating, and just having fun with your friends! enhanced with a few days at Wilderness Pursuit Horseback
Sunday, June 20-Friday, July 2 (Twelve nights) Adventures in Neillsville to complete your WIT award.
Prerequisite: Level 4 Horseback Riding-see page 16.
Tier 1 $1,000
Sunday, June 20-Friday, July 2 (Twelve nights)
Tier 2 $725/$750
Tier 1 $1,350
Tier 2 $990/$1,015
gswise.org • 800-565-4475 19Camper Quiz Step 1 Take this quiz with your girl to help you both decide if she’s ready. Keep track of her points as she answers—and encourage her to be honest. At the end of the quiz, add up the points and see our recommendations below. Girl Readiness Points Scale: 3 = You bet! 2 = Maybe 1 = Not yet Step 2 Quiz Questions Points Do you enjoy overnight slumber parties at a friend’s house? Do you like outdoor activities such as hiking and swimming? Are you willing to try new foods that you haven’t eaten before? Can you go without TV, video games, computers, and a cell phone? Does going on a new adventure make you feel excited? Do you like to meet new people and interact with other girls, not just your buddy? Can you shower, brush your teeth, and do your hair without much help? Do you enjoy being a part of group activities? Are you ready to sleep in a tent or cabin with 4–8 girls, knowing your counselors are in a different tent nearby? Are you willing to help with camp chores such as sweeping your cabin, setting tables in the dining hall, and picking up trash? Do you easily make new friends and feel at ease in new environments? Are you willing to take turns and share with others? Can you sleep at night without a light on? Are you excited about going away to camp? Step 3 Add up the points and find out if she’s ready! Less than 18 points: She may not be sure she’s ready for overnight camp. It would be best for her to talk more with you and her friends about the idea. Experiment by trying some of the things mentioned in the quiz or sign her up for a day camp session. 19–24 points: She is ready for Day Camp with an overnight option. 25+ points: She is ready for any overnight camp adventure! 20 gswise.org • 800-565-4475
For more information
about fee tiers, go to
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CampHERO
overnight camp
June 13-18, 2021
Girls in grades 8-12
Fee: Tier 1 $805
Tier 2 $580/$605
Days: Milwaukee Safety Academy and Milwaukee Area Technical College–
Oak Creek Campus
Nights: Trefoil Oaks Program Center, Kenosha
Have you ever wondered about the physical and mental requirements
needed to serve your community as a first responder? Receive hands on
training and instruction from the women and men within the ranks of law
enforcement, fire suppression, and emergency medicine who will help you
experience first-hand what it takes to pursue these types of careers.
CampHERO will help you find courage, gain confidence, and build
character all while preparing you for a future career as a first responder.
The program is safe, hands-on, and geared for teens interested in career
exploration. When you successfully complete the class you will receive a
certificate from MATC recognizing your accomplishment. MATC will also
keep a record of your participation.
How you’ll spend your week
Each day you will be bused to MATC in Oak Creek or the Milwaukee Safety
Academy to develop skills on the training grounds. Your week will be jam-
packed with activities from all three career fields:
• Crime scene analysis
• Fire suppression
• CPR instruction
• 911 dispatch communication
• Self-defense instruction
• Vehicle extrication (jaws of life)
• Criminal investigation
• Search and rescue
• Fire and Police Academy tour
CampHERO • And more!
In the evenings, trade in those computers and cellphones for campfires
Questions and bonding time with your friends at Trefoil Oaks Program Center.
All of the fun you have develops your leadership skills, increases your
independence, and connects you with nature as you adventure in the
Director - Girl Scout great outdoors.
Leadership Experience
Parents will pick you up on Friday at the MATC Oak Creek Campus after a
Sue Molina
short presentation.
smolina@gswise.org
414-443-3918
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The benefits of volunteering with Girl Scouts go both ways. As a volunteer, you’ll:
• Unleash the confidence that comes with being a
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