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O U T D O OR
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2019 G U I D E TO G E T O U T D O O R S !Are you
ready to
GO!?
CAMP HAWTHORN HOLLOW
OPEN HOUSE
May 19 from 1-4 pm
Tour the grounds, lodges, and villages, remodeled
dining hall, play games, or relax in Hammock Village.
CAMP PLAYFAIR OPEN HOUSE
May 18 from 1-4 pm
Tour the grounds, cabins and A-frames; walk the shore of Lake Huron,
check out the new Nautical Exhibit and Nature Center, or play outdoor games.
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED AND CAMPFIRE, S’MORES, AND CRAFTS PROVIDED!
Can’t make it to an open house? Contact Camp Manager
Kelly Ireland at kireland@gssem.org for a personal tour.Presenting the new GO! Guide
T he Great Outdoors is a great place to build confidence
and courage while making lifelong connections to the
natural world. This GO! Guide comes to you as we’re changing
New this year! GSSEM’s
NEW! Outdoor Education Team is
bringing outdoor adventures
to you! To get more girls outdoors
GSSEM Outdoor Education to make it even better! This year, more often, we are now taking our
Outdoor Skills patch program on the
we have traditional and new ways of bringing the Great road! That’s right, Outdoors Skills will
Outdoors to even more girls. Whether you and your Girl Scout be coming to the communities where
are just beginning to explore, or you’re a seasoned outdoor GSSEM girls live and play.
For girls who want to get away to
pro, we hope this guide helps you feel prepared to plan even camp, GSSEM offers two camp facilities
more ways to Get Outdoors (GO!) all year long. for a uniquely Michigan camping expe-
rience for Girl Scouts. Camp Hawthorn
Hollow offers a more full service expe-
rience, complete with staff (depending
on the experience selected). Camp Play-
fair offers opportunities for more rustic,
independent camping experiences.
Read on for more information about
both GSSEM camp properties.
It’s proven—time spent outside
is good for the body and mind. Girl
Scout outdoor education is all about
learning new skills, having fun, and
getting unplugged so girls can unleash
the G.I.R.L. (Go getter, Innovator, Risk-
taker, Leader)TM within!
Happy adventuring!
Gretchen Abrams Kelly Ireland Liz Bruer
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GSSEM Outdoor Education Team
Open house. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Gretchen Abrams, Director of Camps and Outdoor Education
Outdoor progression. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Kelly Ireland, Manager of Camps and Outdoor Education
Day camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Liz Bruer, Outdoor Education Specialist
Weekend camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Outdoor Skills and Adventures.. . . 7
To become an Outdoor Educator GO! Daisies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Gretchen Abrams at 800-482-6734 x 2237 or outdooreducation@gssem.org GO! Brownies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
General Camp questions GO! Juniors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Kelly Ireland at 810-600-5160 or kireland@gssem.org GO! Cadettes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
GO! Seniors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Camp REGISTRATION Questions
GO! Ambassadors.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
800-482-6734 x4 or registration@gssem.org
Weekend Camps.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Outdoor Programs for Communities 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 Camp Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Liz Bruer at 800-482-6734 x 2511 or lbruer@gssem.org Troop Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Outdoor Programs for Communities 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Camp Readiness checklist. . . . . . . . . 19
800-482-6734 x 2236 or outdooreducation@gssem.org Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 3GO! And grow
T he key to having a successful camping experience is to build
outdoor skills and experiences over time. As girls spend more
time outdoors participating in new and challenging experiences, the
more confident they will become. Here’s a quick look at experiences
girls can have with GSSEM outdoor programs—all based on progressive
skill building experiences girls can look forward to as they build
confidence and enthusiasm for the great outdoors.
1 2 3 4
Day Camps and Weekend Camps Troop Camping Counselor in
Outdoor Skills and Weekend Camps at Troop Camping is the Training (CIT)
Adventure Days Hawthorn Hollow ultimate girl-led camping Experienced Senior and
GSSEM offers a variety provide troops and experience. Girls choose Ambassador campers
of one-day opportunities parents opportunities to their own camping are encouraged to
that provide a great experience the traditions accommodations — from become CITs (counselor
introduction to the of overnight camp, roughing it in tents to in training) at Camp
outdoors. From volunteer learn new skills, and go cabin living. They also Hawthorn Hollow. The
day camps held in the on adventures all led decide their own outdoor CIT leadership program
summer and one-day by experienced camp adventures, plan their is a great way to combine
camp samplers at Camp staff. Campers will make own badge activities, and girls’ love of the outdoors
Hawthorn Hollow, to new friends and fond cook their own meals. with the opportunity to
outdoor adventure days memories while they build leadership skills.
in every community, girls gain a new appreciation
have many opportunities for the outdoors.
to get comfortable
learning and playing
outdoors.
4 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goGO! for Camp Events
L ove camp but can’t commit to an entire weekend? Camp is available for Girl
Scouts at every level. See each level’s camp event offerings on pages 9-14 of this
GO! Guide. All GSSEM outdoor education offerings for 2019 can also be found at
gssem.org/calendar, including these:
Camp Samplers This family event allows girls and their adult, troop, or
family to experience what camp has to offer. Activities will vary based on season The Trading Post
but will give each participant a taste of what they can enjoy at camp from songs The Trading Post is Camp
and games to crafts and nature activities all led by camp staff. Hawthorn Hollow’s camp store
From 1-4 pm on January 27, February 17, March 31, April 14, June 2, and August 18. and it has items made for camp
life including clothing and
Camp STEAM Sampler At camp, we put the S in STEAM: Come explore souvenirs! The trading post is
the SCIENCE of camp! Girls and their adult, troop, or family can enjoy traditional
open for weekend camps and
camp activities with a STEAM spotlight. Explore each season of camp through a
troop camping all summer long.
STEAM lens and hands-on activities! February 3, May 5, July 7.
Girl Scouts Go Green! Celebrate Earth Day at camp as we discover how to
make less of a footprint and more of an impact on the world. At this family event,
we will explore recycling, composting, and Leave No Trace through hands-on
activities and a cooperative service project. April 28.
2nd Annual Tent Out Grab your gear and sister Girl Scouts for an
“in-tents” adventure! After pitching your tent, explore camp and develop your
outdoor skills. Make all meals over the open fire and at the end of the day, relax
around the campfire. This camp is available for girls and an adult or troops, with
a one- or two-night option. From 6pm Friday, June 21 – 10 am on Sunday, June 23;
OR from 10 am Saturday, June 22 – 10 am on Sunday, June 23.
End of Summer Pool Party! Celebrate the end of summer in style at
Camp Hawthorn Hollow! Lounge by the pool, construct a winning raft, and get
moving with tons of fun water games. August 25.
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 5Get a taste of camp life at
Weekend Camps
A weekend camp (formerly known
as core camp) is an all-inclusive
camp experience for Girl Scouts at Camp
Sample Weekend Camp Itinerary
Friday Evening
Arrival 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Hawthorn Hollow. Each weekend camp
All-Camp Activity 8 p.m.
focuses on one badge. This gives girls
the opportunity to explore the theme Saturday
deeper, try out new camp activities, Breakfast at Handi Hall 8 a.m.
and participate in long-held Girl Scout Activities scheduled 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
traditions. Weekend Camps are open to Lunch at Handi Hall 12 p.m.
troops with adult/girl ratio and girl/adult Free time/rest until 2 p.m.
pairs. Troops will share cabins with other Activities scheduled 2-5 p.m.
troops and should be prepared to make Dinner at Handi Hall 5 p.m.
Free time until 7 p.m.
new friends. Weekend Camps are only
All Camp Activity 7-8 p.m.
available at Camp Hawthorn Hollow.
Closing campfire 8 p.m.
Cabin time 9 p.m.
The beautiful, newly renovated Handi Hall is Sunday Morning
now open! The dining hall now features new Breakfast at Handi Hall 8:30 a.m.
flooring, lighting, stage area, and a cozy fireplace
Closing flag and S.W.A.P.S. 9:30 a.m.
for warming chilly days. Handi Hall is also air-
conditioned! Troops and girls can look forward
to making great meal-time memories when they
visit Hawthorn Hollow.
6 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goWeekend Camp Outdoor Art Camp NEW Space Station Camp
Break out your inner artist as you IN 2019!Come to camp for a galactic
Descriptions create, perform, and inspire using good time! Take your space
the Great Outdoors as your muse. knowledge to new heights all while
NEW Multi-Level
enjoying what camp has to offer.
IN 2019! Weekend Camp First Aid Camp
Come to camp as a multi-level Develop and sharpen your first NEW Juliettes only Camp
troop or just enjoy more opportunities aid skills with your sister Girl IN 2019! Form connections with Juliettes
for your age level—either way, you will Scouts. Put it all together at the just like you as you explore the
connect with nature and other girls all end and show off what you theme of the weekend. Walk away
while having fun! learned in a final challenge! with new skills and new friends from
all over the Council!
Sun Sport and Spa Camp Eco Connect Camp
Soak up the sun, get moving, and Experience how to have the Expanded Ropes Course
create a mini spa experience as you most fun with the least negative opportunities
work towards creating a healthier impact on the outdoors. Let your confidence soar as you
lifestyle. conquer our Ropes Course! Come
Camp Extravaganza back as many times as you like —
CSI Camp From kapers to camp outs and each week will offer a different
Something strange is happening at everything in between: This badge theme.
camp and we need your help. Grab weekend, GSSEM will meet
your sister Girl Scouts and sharpen you at your level and take your
your investigative skills while you solve camping skills up a notch.
the case of the disappearing Daisy!
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 7GO! Troop Camping
T roop camping offers the ultimate girl-led experience. Girls plan their own experience
with the support of their leader and adults. Troops prepare their own meals and have
access to many of the camp properties’ amenities. Troops pay a per-building price and
weekend rentals include the stay anytime from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.
Rentals are booked by the weekend.
Fun things to do at Camp
Hawthorn Hollow
The following activities are included
in the rental/camp fees:
• Hiking trails
• Volleyball court
• Baseball and soccer fields
• Gaga ball pit and tetherball
• 4-square
• Giant checkers
• 4 giant Tic Tac Toe boards
• Sports shed full of sports equipment
Camp Hawthorn Hollow • 2 Hammock Villages
• Two amphitheaters
• Picnic pavilion
C amp Hawthorn Hollow (CHH) is just 45 minutes from the Metro Detroit area, but
definitely feels like a classic “Up North” experience. With hiking trails, sports fields,
and more, troops have the freedom to create the camping experience they want!
• 2 hopscotch courses
• Pond for nature study
Troop camping allows girls and adults to design the ultimate camping Add-On Opportunities
experience together. Plan and prepare meals and activities, and choose Take Troop Camping at Camp
accommodations: lodges, villages/cabins, or tents! Hawthorn Hollow to the next level
with the Add-On opportunities.
Lodges These options, led by camp staff,
CHH has eight lodges — each with a full kitchen, comfortable give girls the opportunity to
lounge area, tables and chairs, bathrooms with flush toilets, explore even more of what camp
shower house in walking distance, outdoor fire pits and picnic has to offer. Check gssem.org for
tables. Each lodge sleeps 22-28 people on bunkbeds. additional fees, availability, and
information for the following:
Villages/Cabins • Campfire, S’mores, and songs
Two villages share a screened-in, multipurpose building which • Arts & Crafts
can be divided into two rooms with a curtain. Each room is • Animal Tracking
equipped with a refrigerator, charcoal grill, flush toilets, a sink • Letterboxing
and electrical outlets. Each village has five cabins that sleep • Archery
four people on cots. Villages are available for rent from April • Low Ropes/Teambuilding
26-October 1. • Night Hike/Stargazing
• Pool (June & August only)
Tent Camping • Outdoor Sports – activities
For the most rustic experience, bring your own tent to Camp vary by season
Hawthorn Hollow.
8 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goFun things to do at
Camp Playfair
The following activities are included
in the rental/camp fees:
• Hiking Trails
• Spring Streams for Nature Study
• Lake Huron Shore to explore
• 2 Large grassy sports fields
• Outdoor Fire Pits
• 2 Gaga Ball pits & Tetherball
• Picnic Pavilion with covered
fire pit and stage
Camp Playfair NEW!
Add-On Opportunities
Camp Playfair Add-Ons, led by
camp staff, can give girls the
C amp Playfair is located on the shores of the mighty Lake Huron. This
magnificent camp is the perfect setting for a troop camping experience.
Troops can plan their own activities, cook their own meals and have the ultimate
opportunity to explore even more
of what camp has to offer. Check
gssem.org for additional fees,
Girl-Led adventure. The newly renovated Nature Center and Nautical Exhibit
availability, and information for
will only enhance the camping experience. The new Nature Center allows girls to
the following:
study and get hands-on with many species of flowers, bug collections and even
• Hammock Village
some skeletal remains. Both new buildings enhance the educational experiences
• Outdoor Sports
for girls whether they be girl-led, facilitated by troop leaders, or “added-on” and
• Night Hike/Stargazing
led by camp staff. The new spaces allow girls to earn badges
• Teambuilding
with a host of resources and tools at their fingertips.
• Letterboxing
Troops pay a per-building price for weekend (Friday
• Arts & Crafts
evening through Sunday afternoon) rentals at Camp Playfair. EXCLUSIVE
• Nautical Exhibit AT CAMP
From June 1-August 31, weekday rentals are available on a
• Nature Center PLAYFAIR!
per-night basis.
The newly renovated Nature Center, Nautical Exhibit AND
the NEW Trading Post—are just the beginning of the new
and improved programming and facilities at Camp Playfair
in 2019! NEW Patch Programs
at Camp Playfair
Lodges Nautical Exhibit Program
Two Lodges at Camp Playfair are equipped with a full kitchen, focuses on the nautical skills
comfortable common area, tables, chairs, bathrooms with flush used by Mariner Girl Scouts in
toilets and showers, outdoor fire pits, picnic tables, and heat for the 1940’s and 50’s. Girls will also
the cooler nights. Ringler Lodge sleeps 25 people on bunkbeds learn all about the Great Lakes.
and is available April 26-October 14. Trillium Ridge Lodge sleeps Activities can be done inside or
12 on bunkbeds and is available April 26- October 14. outside of the Nautical Exhibit.
This patch will also help girls
Cabins towards completing the Space
Three A-Frame cabins offer electricity, refrigerator access nearby, Science Explorer badge and the
a short walk to bathrooms with flush toilets and showers, and an Astronomy mini patch for the
outdoor fire pit for campfire cooking. Each A-Frame sleeps 12 on Outdoor Skills Patch.
cots and are available from April 26-October 14.
Nature Center Program focuses
Tents on the seven principles of Leave
Tent camping is available from April 26-October 14. Remember, Camp No Trace and activities that help
Playfair is on the shores of the mighty Lake Huron and the tempera- girls get a jump start on Eco
tures can get pretty low in the spring and fall. We recommend tent Camper and Eco Trekker badges.
camping in the summer months for the warmest outdoor experience.
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 9GO! in your
backyard
(or pretty close to it)
Outdoor Outdoor Progression
Skills Days Progression allows girls to learn the skills they need to Adventure Out
Adventure Out
T his year we are making it even become competent in the outdoors, including how to Plan and take an
outdoor trip for
plan and organize outdoor activities. Acknowledge a several days.
easier to gain outdoor skills and Camp Out
Learn and practice
earn patches by bringing Outdoor Skills girl’s mastery of an outdoor skill and Plan and take
a new outdoor skill.
a 1- to 2-night
programming to a community near invite her to challenge herself further Sleep Out camping trip.
Learn a new
outdoor cooking
Sleep Out skill.
you. Our GSSEM Outdoor Education by taking that next step up Plan and
Take more
responsibility Develop first-aid
carry out an for planning. skills and use
Specialists are planning outdoor fun in and out! Outdoor fun can be overnight in
Learn and
safety check
a cabin/ points.
practice a new
your backyard—or pretty close to it— endless when girls lead. Coo k Out
Cook Out
backyard.
outdoor skill. Budget, schedule,
Discuss what to and make arrange-
Plan and cook pack for the Learn a new
ments.
throughout the year. The Outdoor Skills a simple meal sleep out. outdoor cooking
skill. Participate in an
outdoors.
Ou
ploreOut t Learn to use and environmental
Patch Program is designed to get girls Ex
Explore Make a list of care for camp- Plan a food
budget, then buy
service project.
gear and food ing gear.
Plan and take
outdoors more often. As long as a Girl Move Out a short and
supplies needed.
Learn and
and pack food. Teach and inspire
others about the
easy hike. Learn and practice new Practice camp-
outdoors.
Scout has learned about the topic and Meet Out
Meet Out Plan and take Discuss
practice skills outdoor skills. site set up.
Imagine new
a short walk needed to cook Plan an agenda
what to take Plan a menu
practiced the skills, she has earned Lo ok Ou t Step outside. a meal. that includes
experiences to be
LOOK OUT outside to in a day pack. with a new had outdoors.
Review outdoor cooking skill. fun activities.
look, listen, Discuss being Dress for the
Share past
the Skills patch. Then, she can take experiences feel, and prepared for weather.
cooking safety.
Discuss Explore/protect
Practice all
Leave No Trace
smell. the weather. the surrounding
in the Practice hand and campsite principles.
action by getting outdoors and sharing outdoors. Share Do activities
Plan a healthy
snack or lunch.
dish sanitation. organization. environment.
what was to explore Create a Kaper Plan time for
Talk about
her skills with others. Girls can earn favorite observed. nature. Learn how to
stay safe in the
Chart for the fun activities.
Be
outdoor Learn Plan and carry cookout.
outdoors.
patches by attending Outdoor Skills places and
why they're
more about out an indoor Travel
Considerate
of Other
what was sleepover. & Camp Visitors
Days, Outdoor Adventure Days and special. discovered.
Respect
on Durable
Surfaces
Wonder what
Outdoor Round Ups! Keep checking for else can be
seen in the LEAVE NO TRACE PRIN
CIPLES:
Plan Ahead Leave What
Wildlife
Minimize Dispose
outdoors. Campfire of Waste
the comprehensive list of programs & Prepare You Find
Impacts Properly
and events at gssem.org.
Outdoor Skills 1 Outdoor Skills 2 Outdoor Skills 3 Outdoor Skills 4
Enjoy a fun day of Continue to develop Learn how to prepare for This is ultimate Get Out-
outdoor games! Girls will amazing skills and up your a basic camping trip at a doors day! Learn about
learn to be prepared for outdoor game! This level campground or in your meal planning and packing,
anything, environmental will cover packing for a backyard. Learn about and cook yourself a meal
awareness, and how to day hike, trip planning, tents, basic knots, the using stick, foil pack, and
leave our world a better and navigating the trails. different gear needed for a Dutch oven techniques.
place. Learn to team-build, make night in a tent, and how to Learn basic trail and camp-
new friends, and navigate build fires. site first-aid, backpack
with a map, compass, and fitting, trip planning, and
letterboxing. the basics of preparing for
a long or overnight hike.
Dates for Outdoor Skills Days are listed for each Girl Scout level in this publication.
10 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goOutdoor
Adventure Days
Discover hidden gems in your
community with Outdoor Adventure
Days! Earn mini patches for the
Outdoor Skills Patch at these themed
events that offer the opportunity to
learn and practice new skills in the
outdoors. Offerings include canoeing
at a state park, horseback riding
workshops, fly fishing, archery,
snow-shoeing and bicycle tour events.
There are different Outdoor Adventure
Days for each Girl Scout level!
Outdoor
Round-Ups
Experience Council-wide events
that offer a variety of outdoor
adventures with sister Girl Scouts
from around the area! Keep
checking gssem.org/calendar for
more 2019 Outdoor Round-Ups!
Outdoor Skills
Leadership Wild Winter Night at Outdoor
Awards Adventure Center in Detroit
Older girls who have earned Outdoor
Skills mini patches can take on the February 2
ultimate leadership role (and earn Explore the wild side of nature long into the night with GSSEM
more patches!) by teaching those at the DNR’s Outdoor Adventure Center
skills to younger Girl Scouts:
Assist an adult who is
Daisies and Brownies
teaching a mini-patch skill
7-11 pm
that you have earned.
At this late night event, the
Teach two different skills younger Girl Scouts will explore
at a GSSEM Outdoor Skills the interactive nature exhibits,
Day session for which you play camp games, have an
have earned mini-patches. An adult indoor campfire, sing songs,
will supervise but older girls teach! and so much more. Brownies
Teach two different skills who are at least 8 years old will
at two different GSSEM also be able to try their hand at
Outdoor Skills Day sessions for which archery. Daisies will earn their
you have earned mini-patches. An Clover petal and Brownies will
adult will supervise but older girls teach! earn their Bugs badge. A late night
snack and event patch are included.
Help organize and run an
Outdoor Skills Day event.
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 11Outdoor Skills Days
Outdoor Skills 1
Daisies GO! January 26
February 23
April 6
June 8
July 20
Weekend Camps at Hawthorn Hollow September 21
Daisies are natural explorers! Whether they are ready to spend the
Outdoor Skills 2
weekend at camp or are just curious to see what it’s all about, GSSEM has
February 16
lots of options. Check out all the great opportunities for Daisies to get
March 16
outdoors in 2019! Refer to page 7 for camp descriptions.
May 25
July 13
February 22-24 Multi-level –Camp Space Station August 10
March 8-10 Daisy Weekend Camp – Buddy Camper
March 22-24 Juliette Weekend Camp – Camp Extravaganza Outdoor Skills 3
March 19-31 Multi-level- First Aid March 9
April 5-7 Welcome to the Daisy Flower Garden April 13
April 12-14 Multi-level – Eco-Connect June 8
August 17
May 3-5 Multi-level – Camp Space Station
September 14
May 10-12 Daisy Weekend Camp- Eco-learner
June 21-23 2nd Annual Tent-Out
Outdoor Adventures
June 28-30 Multi-level – Outdoor Creation Station
July 12-14 Multi-level – Camp Eco-Connect February 17 Ice Fishing
July 26-28 Multi-level – Camp Extravaganza March 17 Green Snow
August 2-4 Multi-level - Citizen Scientist May 5 Archery Event
September 20-22 Multi-level – Eco-Connect May 18 Blue Moon Astronomy
May 19 Fly Fishing
July 7 Paddle Class
Events at Camp July 21 Dam Fishing
NEW THIS YEAR: Daisy Camp Samplers are a great option for girls and August 12 Perseids Meteor Event
leaders to get a taste of all that camp has to offer, from songs and games, to
crafts and nature activities led by camp staff. They even earn a petal! Refer Outdoor Round-Ups
to page 7 for camp descriptions.
February 2-3 Wild Winter Night
January 27 Daisy Camp Sampler August 3 Outdoor Jamboree
February 3 Camp STEAM Sampler
February 17 Daisy Camp Sampler
March 31 Daisy Camp Sampler
NEW!
April 14 Daisy Camp Sampler
April 28 Girl Scouts Go Green!
May 5 Camp STEAM Sampler
May 18 Camp Playfair Open House
May 19 Camp Hawthorn Hallow Open House
June 2 Daisy Camp Sampler
July 7 Camp STEAM Sampler Daises: Take the Get
August 18 Daisy Camp Sampler Outdoors Challenge!
August 25 End of Summer Pool Party Complete the form at gssem.org/
September 8 Camp STEAM Sampler getoutdoors and take it to any
GSSEM Service Center to
pick up your Get Outdoors
Challenge patch!
12 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goBrownies GO!
Weekend Camps at Hawthorn Hollow
Brownies love being outside and GSSEM is thrilled to offer so many
adventures at camp and in your community. NEW: Outdoor Art badge Outdoor Skills Days
is available this year! There is no better muse than the great outdoors to
inspire the artist in every girl. Campers will use their outdoor skills while Outdoor Skills 1
allowing nature to inspire the art, dance, and designs they create. Join us January 26
in June for Outdoor Art Weekend Camp or check out the ways for Brownies February 23
to get outdoors in 2019 below. Refer to page 7 for camp descriptions. April 6
June 8
January 18-20 Multi-level Camp - CSI: CHH Edition July 20
February 22-24 Multi-level Camp – Space Station September 21
March 15-17 Multi-level Camp - Spa, Sport, and Snack
March 22-24 Juliettes Only Camp - Camp Extravaganza Outdoor Skills 2
March 29-31 Multi-level Camp – First Aid February 16
April 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect March 16
May 3-5 Multi-level Camp – Space Station May 25
June 7-9 Brownies only weekend camp – Letter Boxer July 13
August 10
June 28-30 NEW! Multi-level Camp - Outdoor Art Creation Station
July 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect
Outdoor Skills 3
July 19-21 Multi-level Camp - First Aid
March 9
July 26-28 Multi-level Camp - Camp Extravaganza
April 13
August 2-4 Multi-level Camp - CSI: CHH Edition
June 8
Multi-level Camp – Citizen Scientist
August 17
August 9-11 Multi-level Camp - Sun, Sport, and Spa September 14
August 16-18 Juliettes Only Camp - Sun, Sport, and Spa
September 20-22 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect
Outdoor Adventures
February 17 Ice Fishing
Events at Camp Hawthorn Hollow March 17 Green Snow
January 27 Camp Sampler May 5 Archery Event
May 18 Blue Moon
February 3 Camp STEAM Sampler
Astronomy
February 17 Camp Sampler
May 19 Fly Fishing
March 31 Camp Sampler
July 7 Paddle Class
April 14 Camp Sampler July 21 Dam Fishing
April 28 Girl Scouts Go Green! August 12 Perseids Meteor
May 5 Camp STEAM Sampler Event
June 2 Camp Sampler
June 21 – 23 2nd Annual Tent Out Outdoor Round-Ups
July 7 Camp STEAM Sampler
August 18 Camp Sampler February 2-3 Wild Winter Night
August 25 End of Summer Pool Party! August 3 Outdoor Jamboree
September 8 Camp STEAM Sampler
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 13Outdoor Skills Days
Juniors GO!
Outdoor Skills 1
January 26
February 23
April 6
June 8
Weekend Camps at Hawthorn Hollow July 20
September 21
Juniors love making new friends while building their confidence with outdoor
skills. We are pleased to offer weekend camps where Juniors can earn the Outdoor Skills 2
NEW Space Science badges. Refer to page 7 for camp descriptions. February 16
March 16
January 18-20 Multi-level Camp – CSI: CHH Edition May 25
NEW!
February 22-24 Multi-level Camp – Space Station July 13
March 15-17 Multi-level Camp – Spa, Sport, and Snack August 10
March 22-24 Juliettes Only Camp – Camp Extravaganza
March 29-31 Multi-level Camp – First Aid Outdoor Skills 3
April 12-14 Multi-level Camp – Eco-Connect March 9
May 3-5 Multi-level Camp – Space Station April 13
May 17-19 Juniors only Weekend Camp Garden Girls June 8
June 14-16 Juniors only Weekend Camp Animal Habitats August 17
June 28-30 Multi-level Camp – Outdoor Art Creation Station September 14
Multi-level Camp – Outdoor Art Ropes Adventure
July 12-14 Multi-level Camp – Eco-Connect Outdoor Skills 4
Multi-level Camp – Eco-Ropes Challenge April 28
May 11
July 19-21 Multi-level Camp – First Aid
August 18
Multi-level Camp – First Aid Ropes Adventure
July 13
July 26-28 Multi-level Camp – Camp Extravaganza
September 22
Multi-level Camp – Ropes Camp Extravaganza
August 2-4 Multi-level Camp – CSI: CHH Edition
Multi-level Camp – Citizen Scientist Outdoor Adventures
Multi-level Camp – CSI: Ropes Challenge February 17 Ice Fishing
August 9-11 Multi-level Camp – Sun, Sport, and Spa March 17 Green Snow
Multi-level Camp – Sun, Sport, and Spa: Ropes Challenge April 28 Equestrian Event
May 5 Archery
August 16-18 Juliettes Only Camp – Sun, Sport, and Spa
May 18 Blue Moon Astronomy
September 20-22 Multi-level Camp – Eco-Connect
May 19 Fly Fishing
June 12 Anatomy of
a Waterway
Events at Camp Hawthorn Hollow
July 1 Pony Up
April 28 Girl Scouts Go Green! July 7 Paddle Class
July 21 Dam Fishing
June 21 – 23 2nd Annual Tent Out
August 12 Perseids Meteor Event
August 25 End of Summer Pool Party!
Camp Sampler Days: Outdoor Round-Ups
Camp Steam: February 3, May 5, July 7, September 8
February 2-3 Wild Winter Night
Camp: January 27, February 17, March 31,
August 3 Outdoor Jamboree
April 14, June 2, August 18
14 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goOutdoor Skills Days
Cadettes GO!
Outdoor Skills 1
January 26
February 23
April 6
June 8
Weekend Camps at Hawthorn Hollow July 20
September 21
Whether a Cadette is new to camping or a seasoned pro, there is always
something new to learn outdoors. NEW: GSSEM is offering more
Outdoor Skills 2
multi-level weekend camps than ever before. We want to be sure
February 16
every girl has plenty of opportunities for a camping adventure. Check
out the full list of badges that can be earned by Cadettes at Weekend March 16
Camps at Hawthorn Hollow and all the other outdoor adventures we have May 25
planned. Refer to page 7 for camp descriptions. July 13
August 10
January 18-20 Multi-level Camp - CSI: CHH Edition
February 8-10 Teen Retreat Outdoor Skills 3
March 15-17 Multi-level Camp - Spa, Sport, and Snack March 9
March 22-24 JULIETTES ONLY Camp - Camp Extravaganza April 13
March 29-31 Multi-level Camp- First Aid June 8
April 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect August 17
June 28-30 Multi-level Camp - Outdoor Art Creation Station September 14
Multi-level Camp - Outdoor Art Ropes Adventure
July 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect Outdoor Skills 4
Multi-level Camp - Eco-Ropes Challenge April 28
July 19-21 Multi-level Camp - First Aid May 11
Multi-level Camp - First Aid Ropes Adventure August 18
July 26-28 Multi-level Camp - Camp Extravaganza September 22
Multi-level Camp - Ropes Camp Extravaganza
August 2-4 Multi-level Camp - CSI: CHH Edition
Outdoor Adventures
Multi-level Camp – CSI: Ropes Challenge
August 9-11 Multi-level Camp - Sun, Sport, and Spa February 17 Ice Fishing
Multi-level Camp - Sun, Sport, and March 17 Green Snow
Spa: Ropes Challenge May 5 Take Aim Archery
August 16-18 Juliettes Only Camp - Sun, Sport, and Spa May 18 Blue Moon Astronomy
September 13-15 Teen Retreat May 19 Fly Fishing
September 20-22 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect June 9 Black River kayak
Events at Camp Hawthorn Hollow
June 12 Anatomy of a Waterway
April 28 Girl Scouts Go Green!
July 1 Pony Up
June 21 – 23 & 22 – 23 2nd Annual Tent Out
July 21 Dam Fishing
August 25 End of Summer Pool Party!
August 12 Perseids Meteor Event
Camp Sampler Days:
Be a Program Aide!
Camp January 27, February 17, See the Day Camp list Outdoor Round-Ups
March 31, April 14, June 2 on page 18 for a list of
and August 18 opportunities. February 2-3 Wild Winter Night
August 3 Outdoor Jamboree
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 15Outdoor Skills Days
Outdoor Skills 1
Seniors GO! January 26
February 23
April 6
June 8
July 20
Weekend Camps at Hawthorn Hollow
September 21
NEW: Seniors will love camp even more when they find MORE Girl
Choices for the Weekend Camps in 2019! Whether girls choose to attend Outdoor Skills 2
a Teen Retreat or a multi-level camp, they will select their own adventure. February 16
Can’t make it to Camp Hawthorn Hollow? The outdoor adventures are March 16
coming to you, too! Check out all the opportunities for Seniors to get May 25
outdoors. Refer to page 7 for camp descriptions.
July 13
August 10
January 18-20 Multi-level Camp - CSI: CHH Edition
February 8-10 Teen Retreat
Outdoor Skills 3
March 15-17 Multi-level Camp - Spa, Sport, and Snack
March 9
March 22-24 Juliettes Only Camp - Camp Extravaganza
April 13
March 29-21 Multi-level Camp- First Aid
June 8
April 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect
June 28-30 Multi-level Camp - Outdoor Art Creation Station August 17
Multi-level Camp - Outdoor Art Ropes Adventure September 14
July 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect
Multi-level Camp - Eco-Ropes Challenge Outdoor Skills 4
July 19-21 Multi-level Camp - First Aid April 28
Multi-level Camp - First Aid Ropes Adventure May 11
July 26-28 Multi-level Camp - Camp Extravaganza August 18
Multi-level Camp - Ropes Camp Extravaganza September 22
August 2-4 Multi-level Camp - CSI: CHH Edition
Multi-level Camp – CSI: Ropes Challenge
Outdoor Adventures
August 9-11 Multi-level Camp - Sun, Sport, and Spa
Multi-level Camp - Sun, Sport, and Spa: February 17 Ice Fishing
Ropes Challenge March 17 Green Snow
August 16-18 Juliettes Only Camp - Sun, Sport, and Spa May 5 Take Aim Archery
September 13-15 Teen Retreat May 18 Blue Moon Astronomy
September 20-22 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect May 19 Fly Fishing
June 9 Black River kayak
Events at Camp Hawthorn Hollow June 12 Anatomy of
a Waterway
January 27 Camp Sampler July 1 Pony Up
February 17 Camp Sampler Outdoor July 21 Dam Fishing
March 31 Camp Sampler Travel Opportunity! August 12 Perseids Meteor Event
April 14 Camp Sampler Check out all the
Destinations, Getaways,
April 28 Girl Scouts Go Green!
June 2 Camp Sampler
International Events, Outdoor Round-Ups
and Troop Treks that
June 21 – 23 2nd Annual Tent Out Girl Scouts offers at February 2-3 Wild Winter Night
June 22 – 23 2nd Annual Tent Out gssem.org/travel! August 3 Outdoor Jamboree
August 18 Camp Sampler
August 25 End of Summer Pool Party!
16 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goOutdoor Skills Days
Outdoor Skills 1
Ambassadors GO! January 26
February 23
April 6
June 8
July 20
Weekend Camps at Hawthorn Hollow
September 21
When Ambassadors aren’t too busy
changing the world around them, we hope Outdoor Skills 2
they find time to enjoy all that camp has February 16
to offer. In addition to multi-level camps March 16
and teen retreats, Ambassadors and girls May 25
of all ages have the opportunity to attend
July 13
an all NEW Juliettes-ONLY Weekend
August 10
Camp! Juliettes-only camp is intended
to connect Juliettes with others from
around the council in order to make Outdoor Skills 3
new friends and share their unique experiences while exploring the great March 9
outdoors. See below for a full list of outdoor fun for Ambassadors. Refer to April 13
page 7 for Camp Descriptions. June 8
August 17
February 8-10 Teen Retreat September 14
March 22-24 Juliettes Only Camp - Camp Extravaganza
March 29-21 Multi-level Camp- First Aid Outdoor Skills 4
April 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect April 28
June 28-30 Multi-level Camp - Outdoor Art Creation Station May 11
Multi-level Camp - Outdoor Art Ropes Adventure August 18
July 12-14 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect September 22
Multi-level Camp - Eco-Ropes Challenge
July 19-21 Multi-level Camp - First Aid
Multi-level Camp - First Aid Ropes Adventure
Outdoor Adventures
July 26-28 Multi-level Camp - Camp Extravaganza February 17 Ice Fishing
Multi-level Camp - Ropes Camp Extravaganza March 17 Green Snow
September 13-15 Teen Retreat May 5 Take Aim Archery
September 20-22 Multi-level Camp - Eco-Connect May 18 Blue Moon Astronomy
May 19 Fly Fishing
June 9 Black River kayak
Events at Camp Hawthorn Hollow June 12 Anatomy of
a Waterway
January 27 Camp Sampler
July 1 Pony Up
February 17 Camp Sampler
Take your Outdoor July 21 Dam Fishing
March 31 Camp Sampler
Skills to the next level: August 12 Perseids Meteor Event
April 14 Camp Sampler
Apply to be a Counselor
April 28 Girl Scouts Go Green! in Training. Applications
June 2 Camp Sampler are at gssem.org/CIT Outdoor Round-Ups
June 21 – 23 2nd Annual Tent Out
February 2-3 Wild Winter Night
June 22 – 23 2nd Annual Tent Out
August 3 Outdoor Jamboree
August 18 Camp Sampler
August 25 End of Summer Pool Party!
GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/go 17Make new friends,
work on badges,
and have fun at
Day Camps!
O ur volunteer-led Day Camps are a perfect way
to get Girl Scouts’ outdoor adventures started!
Our committed volunteers have been planning and
running day camps for many years. Day camps are
offered in the summer and can be found throughout
the council. Find the most up to date list of Day
Camps at gssem.org/go.
Summer 2019 Community Day Camps:
July 8-11, 2019 Rainbow Forest Day Camp, on private property, 5254 Duffield Rd., Flushing
July 15-18, 2019: S’mores Day Camp, on private property, 5254 Duffield Rd., Flushing
July 15-18, 2019: Camp Minnewanna, at Metamora state Park. 3871 Herd Road, Metamora
August 6-8, 2019: Lake St. Clair Metro Park Day Camp, 31300 Metro Parkway, Harrison Township
August 5-8, 2019: Indiana Joanna Day Camp, Hess Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lake Rd., Waterford
Jun 25-28, 2019: Valley View Day Camp, on private property, Imlay City
June 18-30, 2019: Community 3 Day Camp, location TBD
WANTED:
Outdoor Education
Advocates
Volunteer opportunities are available
to assist with local one-day outdoor
events or help leaders make
outdoor education connections in
the community. Commitment is
as big or small as you want it to be!
For additional information, email
the Outdoor Education team at
outdooreducation@gssem.org.
18 GO! Register for camp today at gssem.org/goThe Weekend
Camp Unplugged
Get Ready to Challenge
GO!
NEW!
Look for in-person At Weekend Camp, campers are
training coming to busy from sun up to sun down
a community near and because we cannot provide
you in 2019! protection from the elements and
natural surroundings, we strongly
suggest that all iPads, iPods,
MP3 players, and any electronic
Are you ready to Get Outdoors with your troop? For the safety of all Girl
devices be left at home. Electronic
Scouts, GSSEM requires all troop leaders to complete both the Trip and Camp
devices brought to camp are
Readiness and Camping Beyond the Cabin online training programs:
at your own risk. GSSEM is not
responsible for damage or theft.
Outdoor 1 Training Trip and Camp Readiness. This required
Campers who do not bring/do not
two-part training can be done from the comfort of your own home.
use cell phones will earn the 2019
The first part is self-paced online training. After completing the online
I Unplugged at Camp patch.
training, adults sign up for one of the monthly webinars to complete the
training and ask questions.
P UNPLUGGE D
Outdoor 2 Training Camping Beyond the Cabin. This required M
two-part training begins with a self-paced, online component followed CA GSSEM
by an in-person training where leaders will try their hand at the
practical skills needed to take troops tent camping.
First Aid/CPR GSUSA requires the presence of an adult who has a
current certificate in First Aid, as well as Adult and Child CPR for all troop/
group camping along with a waterproof first-aid kit. Present First Aid/CPR
cards at Camp Office at check-in.1333 Brewery Park Blvd
Suite 500
Detroit, MI 48207
gssem.org
GO!
Register
Camp Playfair
Tents: $6.00/night*
Camp Hawthorn Hollow
Tents: $6.00 per person/weekend*
For assistance or
questions with
Cabins: $60.00/night* Cabins $260.00/weekend* registration, contact
for camp Lodges: $100.00/weeknight;* Lodges: $500.00/weekend* Customer Care at
today! $200.00/weekend night* *Price varies. See gssem.org 800-482-6734 ext. 3.
(min. two nights for each) for price details.
Pay Online with a credit card number on the back of the card along Refunds and Cancellations
Current and prospective Girl Scouts with amount being paid by the card. Refunds for cancellations (minus a
can go to gssem.org/go click dates The GSSEM Program Registration form 25% cancellation fee) are available
desired, and it will link to register. can be found at gssem.org/forms. when requested in writing (email is
acceptable) no later than 15 days in
Pay with GSSEM Retail Gift Cards Financial Assistance advance of the arrival date. After this,
& Juliette Program Credits Any registered Girl Scout who wishes no refunds of any amount will be
GSSEM retail gift cards and Juliette to attend camp but is unable to pay issued. Refunds will not be made in
Program Credits can be used as the entire fee may apply for financial the case of alterations in activities due
payment for all eligible camping assistance to cover a portion of the cost. to weather, early release of a camper,
experiences. Use the GSSEM Program The Financial Assistance Application or loss of time at camp for medical or
Registration form and include the can be found at gssem.org/forms. behavioral reasons.You can also read
