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Summer Camp 2021
Registration opens March 6, 2021!
GetYourGirlPower.org
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Table of Contents
Registration Information................................................... 2
Summer Camp Flexible Pricing
Need to know
Summer Camp
Camp program opportunities for girls are subsidized
General Camp Information ............................................. 3 by Girl Scouts of Central Illinois. This means the cost of
providing camp programs and operating camp is greater
GSCI Camps ........................................................................... 6 than the fee paid to participate. The flexible pricing sys-
tem offers families the opportunity to help cover the true
Meet the Staff......................................................................... 7 cost of resident camp if they are financially able. Each
Trading Post/Camp Open Houses.................................. 9 session has 3 levels of pricing.
Day Camp Information.................................................... 10 RESIDENT CAMP
Tapawingo Day Camp....................................................... 11 Equestrian Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Equestrian Day Camp....................................................... 12 Non-Girl $665 $540 $415 ACCOMMODATIONS MEALS/SNACKS
• Campers needing accommodations for food allergies or • Day campers at all day camps must bring a daily sack
Widjiwagan Day Camp.................................................... 14 Scout special medical needs should contact the camp director prior lunch. Morning and afternoon snacks provided.
Girl Scout $640 $515 $390 to registering. We try to accommodate all campers’ needs. • Resident campers receive all meals and snacks.
Kiwanis Day Camp............................................................. 16 • Do not pack food/snacks into camper’s luggage; it attracts
Resident Camp Information.......................................... 18 BADGE WORK animals and insects into the tents.
Non- Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 • Activities coordinate with Girl Scout Journeys and badges. • Campers with allergies will be accommodated. Contact the Camp
Tapawingo Resident Camp............................................. 19 Equestrian • Badges not included; earned badges may be purchased at your Director to discuss.
local service center.
Equestrian Resident Camp............................................. 20 MEDICAL RECORDS
Non-Girl $600 $475 $350 • You will receive a badge sheet at the end of camp with the badge
Family Camping ................................................................ 22 steps completed. Additional steps may have to be completed at • All campers must submit a completed health history form and
Scout home. vaccination record or exemption letter signed by a doctor.
COVID Guidelines.............................................................. 23 • Resident campers (3+ nights) must also have a physical
Girl Scout $575 $450 $325 BUDDY REQUESTS completed within 24 months of the last day of camp session.
At A Glance ......................................................................... 24 Level 1 adds an additional $50 per day to level 3 and • Campers may only request ONE buddy upon registration; • Health forms and other paperwork collected at check-in.
reflects close to the actual cost of camp. buddy requests not guaranteed. • Please contact the camp director if there are any special medical
Level 2 adds an additional $25 per day to level 3 and • Day campers will be in age-level groups (no buddy request). or dietary needs including a vaccination record or letter of exemp-
reflects between 70 - 80% of the actual cost of camp. tion signed by a doctor.
Registration opens Mar. 6 at 8 a.m. CELL PHONES/ELECTRONICS
Level 3 is the lowest cost of the program and covers ap-
GetYourGirlPower.org proximately 50 - 60% of the actual cost to operate camp. • Cell phones/electronic devices are not allowed. PAYMENT
• Parents are welcome to call and speak to the camp director about • Camp payment is not accepted at camp.
Fast online registration guarantees your DAY CAMP their camper. • All camp fees must be paid in full two weeks prior to the camp
reservation immediately! • In case of emergency, parents/guardians/emergency contact session. Campers carrying an outstanding balance 2 weeks prior
Equestrian Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 person will be contacted. to session will lose their spot and deposit.
Non-Girl $290 $240 $190 • We encourage families to send mail, care packages, and • Cookie Dough/Nutty Bucks must be sent in prior to, or with, the
Many camps fill and close on opening day of regis- one-way e-mail to their campers. final payment. Cookie Dough/Nutty Bucks cannot be submitted
tration, so don’t wait! Scout for a cash refund or used as the initial deposit.
CHANGES IN ACTIVITIES
All camps close 2 weeks prior to session. Girl Scout $265 $215 $165 • Activities may be modified or rescheduled depending on weather, REFUND POLICY
group behavior, or available materials. • No refund will be issued if a camper is sent home due to
Once registered, you will receive a Non- Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 • Our camps are girl-led so the girls help plan activities. See the unacceptable behavior, homesickness, or if camper is a “no show”
following page for additional information on girl planning. for the session.
confirmation e-mail receipt. The e-mail receipt will Equestrian • A credit or refund will be issued if you are unable to attend a
contain a link to the confirmation packet. The confir- CLOSING DATES camp session is cancelled due to Covid-19.
Non-Girl $260 $210 $160 • All closing dates are 2 weeks prior to camp session or when maxi-
mation packet is important to review and includes all
paperwork that needs to be turned in during camp Scout mums have been reached. REGISTRATIONS/DEPOSIT
• A $25 per session non-refundable deposit is required for
check-in on the first day. You can also find the con- Girl Scout $235 $185 $135 COUNSELOR/CAMPER RATIO registration (full payment if session is under $100).
firmation packet and required forms on our website Level 1 adds an additional $20 per day to level 3 and • Camper-counselor ratios will be met at all camps. • Cookie Dough may not be used for deposit.
under Summer Camps. reflects close to the actual cost of camp. • Visit GetYourGirlPower.org for ratios. • Registration closes 2 weeks prior to the start of session.
Level 2 adds an additional $10 per day to level 3 and • All counselors use a camp nickname while at camp. • Phone registrations not accepted.
reflects close to 70 - 80% of the actual cost of camp.
Level 3 is the lowest cost of the program and covers ap- FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE STAYING AT CAMP
• Campership Financial Assistance application must be • Campers stay in rustic units that are tucked into the woods and
Did you hold your payment proximately 50- 60% of the actual cost to operate camp.
completed when registering on-line. All information is confidential. typically consist of 6-10 open-air platform tents.
Please note that the % of cost covered by is based off a max-
from camp 2020 to be imum number attending camp sessions, so this could vary
GIFT BAGS
• Tents are situated on wooden decks on the ground and are ap-
prox. 12’ x 14’ with weather-treated canvas sides and roofs.
depending on the number of campers.
applied to camp 2021? • Purchase a special gift bag for your camper (order during
registration process) - Explorer Bag - $28 (includes camp bag and
• Each tent contains four sleeping cots with mattresses.
• All of our facilities have a shower house.
If so, registration opens on ACCREDITATIONS six fun camp items) • Security lighting is located throughout camp.
March 1st as promised. Keep Camp Kiwanis, Camp Tapawingo and Camp Widjiwagan are TRADING POST
accredited by the American Camp Association. (ACA) • Camp store offers T-shirts, bags, water bottles, stuffed animals,
an eye out for instructions pens, and more.
Camp Tapawingo Equestrian Center and equestrian • Campers typically spend $15-$25 on souvenirs.
on how to take advantage program are accredited by the Certified Horsemanship This money is collected at check-in or added online
Association. at registration.
of early registration for this • If trading post money is added online during registration, any un-
SOCIAL MEDIA used money will go into our camper financial assistance fund.
summer! Please LIKE our page and keep current with activities and
events. Facebook.com/GSCentralIL
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What Makes Our Camps Different? Activity Progression
We want your girl to love the outdoors and camp as much as we do! To build that Activity progression is very important to GSCI and the safety and success of your girls. That means your 2-3
love, a progression into the outdoors and camp is important. Progression allows grader will not be doing the same activities as girls in middle school. See more about some of our favorite
girls to learn the skills and become comfortable in the outdoor activities. This outdoor activities below. See the camp description to see what activities girls will be doing during specific
progress is to happen at a girls pace, let her tell you when she is ready for the next weeks. We often do not get to all these activities in one week.
step. It could be next week or next year.
Attend a day event at camp (See
Adventures Plus at GetYourGirlPower.org
for dates that events are taking place at Enjoy a mini-resident camp. Mini-
Step 1 Step 4
camp) resident camps run 3 days, 2 nights and
Move Out Camp Out
are a perfect next step for camp.
Visit camp for a tour to get familiar with
the camp and the Camp Director.
Sign up for day camp. Day camp allows Step 5 Explore resident camp at Camp
Step 2
girls to experience camp, but go home in Tapawingo. We offer equestrian, Archery Canoeing Climbing Wall
Explore Adventure Challenge Course
the evenings. leadership, adventure camp and more! All camps have the opportunity All camps have canoeing The climbing walls at Camp
Out Out The high ropes activities at
to participate in archery. available. Girls entering grades Camp Tapawingo and Camp Tapawingo and Camp
Archery is not permitted K-1 participating in canoeing Widjiwagan are designed for Widjiwagan are designed for
for girls entering grades K-1 will be passengers when girls in middle and high school. girls entering grades 2-3 and
Try an overnight at camp. We offer a because of the upper body boating. Canoeing requires The low or ground team older. The equipment and
variety of options for your first overnight Once you have conquered Camp strength required to pull the a girl to have the arm reach design of the wall is made
building courses are designed
at camp. We offer one night overnights Step 6 Tapawingo, spread your wings and try a bow. Alternatives such as to paddle and upper body to specifically for girls 4 foot or
for Juniors and above. These
Step 3 on Thursday of day camp. You may also Conquer travel camp. We offer a one week travel sling shots will be given. steer the boat. restrictions are for safety taller.
Sleep Out try a troop camping option or He and Me Out camp to challenge girls and a two week
reasons. Not all teen camps
Camp during the summer. GSCI will offer travel camp to develop girls outdoor
will participate in these unless
more one night overnights in the fall of skills. the activity is listed in the
2021; look for dates to be announced in camp description.
August 2021.
At all camps, girls will participate in girl planning which puts them in control of their camp. Girls will
The Proof is in the Research! Did You Know? discuss what activities they want to do at camp. During girl planning girls may choose the type of hike
they will go on – color or alphabet hike. Or girls may discuss if they want to go swimming or canoeing
Camp builds problem-solvers! Girls with more frequent outdoor experiences are more likely to seek for a water activity that week. Girl planning helps girls take ownership of their experience while
challenges and are better at solving problems—qualities that will help them embark on a lifetime of promoting collaboration.
leadership, both academically and personally.
Camp is a safe, inclusive space where girls can be free to be themselves! Camp fosters
Camp exposes girls to new experiences! Of girls surveyed, 72 percent said that Girl Scouts gave them the collaboration instead of competition, enabling girls to stretch beyond their limits! At camp we
chance to build their skills or try new outdoor activities. encourage girl-led activities, learning by doing, and cooperative learning.
Camp builds courage and confidence! Spending time in nature improves a girl’s concentration and
creative reasoning. Outdoor experiences also help promote healthy social development and increase her
self-esteem.
Find a camp near you at GetYourGirlPower.org.
You don’t have to be a Girl Scout to come to camp!
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Our Camps Camp Staff
This summer, bring her somewhere safe, enriching, and filled to the brim with opportunities—give her the
chance to camp #LikeAGirlScout! We know it can be hard to send her to camp for the first time, but you can feel at ease that, while
she’s having the time of her life discovering all the wonders of the great outdoors, trying new things, playing games, making friends,
and so much more, she’s well taken care of, happy, and learning critical life skills every step of the way.
Camp Tapawingo CampTapawingogsci
1450 Hickory Point Road, Metamora, IL 61548
Camp Tapawingo is a 640-acre camp facility located 15 miles from
Peoria. The cornerstone of this property is its Equestrian Center, where
girls learn horseback riding skills and horse care. The Center includes
state-of-the-art stables with an indoor air-conditioned classroom, and
a barn classroom, along with an 80’x160’ indoor riding arena with an
observation area. A large outdoor riding arena completes the Eques- Kailyn Miller - “Lumos” Chloe Machula - “Tippy”
trian Center. Mary Morgan Lodge, a 12,000 square-foot multi-level, Emily Brodt - “Sunny” Lumos is looking forward to another summer Tippy has spent just about every summer she
air-conditioned dining hall, trading post and program center, is the point at Camp Tapawingo! She believes that camp can remember at camp as a camper or staff,
Sunny is excited to start her first year as
where all campers gather for meals. Camp Tapawingo also features an Camp Widjiwagan’s director! This will be her is amazing way to build confidence and and is excited for her 10th year as staff at
in-ground pool, adventure course, ropes course, archery, canoeing, and 5th summer experiencing how camp builds independence. It is a great place to make new GSCI camps! She hopes every girl leaves camp
girls of courage, confidence and character friends and to grow as a person. She looks with new friends, increased confidence, and
miles of hiking trails. Campers utilize three main rustic living units - forward to getting to see campers try new lifelong memories. She also hopes every girl
firsthand. She believes the best part of camp
Setting Sun, Shining Star, and Spirit Cabins. All units have indoor bath- is seeing each girl discover their own inner things and experience the magic of camp. embraces the opportunity to try new things
rooms and running water. strength and confidence by stepping into new and discover her inner leader at camp. Her
experiences. Her favorite camp activity is favorite activities at camp are the high ropes
archery and she hopes you give camp a shot! course, hiking, and campfires! She hopes to
Camp Widjiwagan CampWidjiwagangsci see you at any of our camps!
71 Wienold Lane, Springfield, IL 62711
Camp Widjiwagan, a 67-acre camp facility on Lake Springfield, is
located six miles south of Springfield. The facility features an adventure
course with a 40–foot climbing tower and zip line, three main lodges,
an in-ground swimming pool, lake access for boating, platform tents,
covered wagons, and an arts and crafts shack. Programming highlights
include swimming, canoeing, creative arts, outdoor living skills, archery,
and environmental education.
Jessica Groszek - “Hoops”
Camp Kiwanis gscikiwanis
Julie Marks - “Jewels”
Hoops is excited for her fifth summer at
Camp Tapawingo! In her time at camp as the
Assistant Equestrian Program Specialist she
301 Sugar Lane, Mahomet, IL 61853 Jewels, the Equestrian Program Specialist at has learned that horses are some of the most
Camp Kiwanis is a 55-acre forested camp facility adjacent to Lake of Camp Tapawingo, can’t wait to begin her third amazing teachers for young girls. They teach Amy Frank - “Catnip”
the Woods Forest Preserve and the American Heritage Museum. summer at camp. She believes that horses responsibility, build confidence, and bring out
are a great path for young girls. A horse is compassion; getting our girls one step closer Catnip will be spending her fifth year at a
Located 12 miles from Champaign, it features three lodges. always honest, true, and does not judge. to being the best future leaders. “The most GSCI camp and fourth year at Camp Kiwanis.
Environmental education, creative arts, canoeing, and archery are They can teach us patience, compassion, rewarding part of what we do is watching Camp is something that is very close to her
highlights of the programs offered here. confidence, and responsibilities…qualities girls overcome their fears. The moment a girl heart. She believes it is one of the best
for our future leaders. Jewels is excited to realizes she can control a 1,000 plus pound ways for girls to develop self-confidence,
share our top notch equestrian program with animal, you get to witness pure joy on her leadership, and a sense of community.
campers. She hopes that each girl leaves face and a smile from ear to ear. Nothing “Camp allows girls to escape from outside
Quincy Summer Opportunities coming soon! camp having experienced the extraordinary
bond that forms between horse and rider.
beats that feeling!” Hoops can’t wait for you
to come to the barn and meet our wonderful
distractions and find a place where they can
truly be themselves”. She enjoys watching
Stay tuned to our social media/website for more details. horses. campers discover the power of girls, form
new friendships, and try new things.
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Trading Post: Camp Preparation
Are you ready for Resident Camp?
TAKE THIS QUIZ! Explorer Camp Care
Package - $28
Read each question and check the box next to your choice. There are no right or
wrong answers. We want to make sure you have the best camp experience possible,
starting with getting you into the right camp!
A special gift for your camper, complete with a
QUESTION Yes Maybe No Way personalized message, which will be included
with your camper’s care package.
1. Can you stay overnight at a friend’s house without missing your
family or feeling lonely or sad? Quantities are limited, so order early! Orders
must be received at least two weeks prior to
2. Can you shampoo your own hair and keep it brushed and neat? the camp session.
3. Are you willing to try new foods that you haven’t eaten before?
If you don’t want the bag, no worries, we
4. Do you enjoy outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, will have plenty of items for your camper to
camping, and sleeping in a tent? choose from in our trading post. Girls can
choose from camp themed plush animals,
5. Can you survive without a radio, TV, air conditioning, and a phone? jewelry, apparel and other fun items while they
are at camp.
6. Can you pack your own suitcase with things you need?
7. Can you make your bed and keep track of your own belongings?
Campers can learn about budgeting and bring home camp keepsakes or pick up forgotten camp gear
8. Do you like to meet new people and do things with other (water bottles, bandanas, etc.) with a visit to our Camp Trading Post during their time at camp. To
keep all camper possessions secure, any cash, checks, or cookie dough must be deposited into the
girls–not just your best friend? campers trading post account during the registration or check-in process.
9. Are you brave during thunderstorms, when you see a spider,
or when you hear strange noises at night?
Did You Know?!
10. Do you want to go to camp? Girl Scout programming is powered by the Girl Scout Cookie Program. The Cookie Program helps to
upkeep our camp properties. And is a great way for girls to help pay for their camp session.
Yes, Cookie Dough can be applied as payment for any camp session or be used in the Trading Post.
(Please note, the $25 must be paid in cash, but Cookie Dough can be applied for the remaining balance.)
Let’s do the math...
NOW FIGURE OUT YOUR SCORE! 500 boxes of cookies will pay for a week of day camp
Give yourself 1 point for each “No Way,” 2 points for each “Maybe,” and 3 points for each “Yes.” 700 boxes of cookies will pay for a mini resident camp session
1000 boxes of cookie will pay for resident camp
Less than 18 points 18 - 25 points More than 25 points
Plus you still get all the patches and incentives!
ð Try troop camping or family ðYou’re ready for an adventure at ðYou must be an experienced
activities. camp! camper! Don’t forget to bring any remaining Cookie Dough to camp to spend in the Trading Post on a new camp t-shirt!
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Day Camps
Information Typical Day Camp
Tapawingo
Attend camp during the day and Schedule Day Camp
go home at night.
7:30 Check-in and
to
Day camp is the perfect 9:00 a.m. before care
Fairy Frolic Entering grades 1-5 DIY Divas Entering grades 1-5
starter camp for girls Come experience the magic of camp! You’ll build Are you crafty and creative? Then, this is the camp
who want to get Opening flag
fairy houses, magic wands and go on a fairy
scavenger hunt! Make your own flower crowns
for you! Spend your week making your own DIY
projects to take home. We’ll try clay crafts, make
comfortable in the 9:00 a.m.
ceremony and snack and have a fairy tea party to round out your
magical week.
jewelry you’ll be proud to wear, and no camp is
complete without tie-dye! We’ll see you at camp,
outdoors and who are Monday, June 7 - Friday, June 11, 2021
ready to create!
interested in Girl-led activities Min/Max: 4/12 Monday, June 21 - Friday, June 25, 2021
Min/Max: 4/12
exploring new activities 9:30
to
focused on theme, Mad Scientist Entering grades 1-5
11:30 a.m. education, new skills, Splish Splash
close to home. and fun
Grab your lab coat and safety goggles and pre-
Entering grades 1-5
pare to get sticky, make a mess, and watch things Cool off with this fun water camp! When you ar-
explode! Compete in engineering challenges, make en’t splashing around at the pool, you’ll be sliding
slime, peer into a microscope, and conduct ex- down the slip n’slide, having water fights and going
Noon periments as we explore the wonderful world of creek stomping. You’ll also make water themed
to Lunch and rest time science. crafts. Jump in!
1:00 p.m.
Monday, June 14 - Friday, June 18, 2021 Monday, June 28 - Friday, July 2, 2021
Min/Max: 4/12 Min/Max: 4/12
Girl-led activities
1:00
to
focused on theme,
3:30 p.m. education, new skills,
ü Before and after care is available at all and fun
day camps at no additional charge.
Closing flag
ü Campers at all day camps must bring a 3:30 p.m.
ceremony and snack
sack lunch daily; snacks are provided.
4:00 Check-out and
to
5:30 p.m. after care
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Pony Trails Entering grades 4-5 Boots n’ Bows Entering grades 5-6
Love to ride? How about learning how to ride trails in Come spend some time in the barn with your favor-
the woods? Find out what emergency dismounts and
Tapawingo leg ups are as a few hours each day will be spent
ite horses. Ride in the arena learning skills and safe-
ty. Maybe venture out on the trails one day as well!
Equestrian with your four legged friends mastering the basics
in trail safety and the fun of trail riding. Don’t worry
When you’re not in the barn, head to the archery
range to perfect your shot. There will be time to hang
Day Camp there will be plenty of time to laugh with friends, out at the pool and relax around the campfire too.
make s’mores, and splash in the pool.
Monday, June 28 - Friday, July 2, 2021
Monday, June 21 - Friday, June 25, 2021 Min/Max: 6/12
Min/Max: 6/12
All campers in horse programs will be split into groups Wild West Entering grades 4-6
based on riding skill. Girls will ride 2-4 times during
the week. Excessively hot weather, rain and skill set Sea Horses Entering grades 4-6 Spend this week at camp as a Wild West cowgirl.
of the group can affect the amount of ride time. Girls Learn about horses, branding, and what exactly barn
will receive a very well-rounded experience at the barn, Not sure if you’d rather spend your time at camp
including learning proper grooming and the basics of life was like during this time. In the saddle, ride like
horse, equipment and stable care. Boots and helmets are swimming like a sea horse or riding like a cowgirl? the cowboys and cowgirls of the Old West. On foot,
provided for riding, and campers who wish to bring their How about both? In this camp you’ll get to spend
own must check with the Equine Program Specialist to practice roping a cow. Once you’ve hung your hat up
ensure equipment meets safety standards. Questions, call time riding and learning about horses. Horses can’t for the day, it’s time for some more fun. Head down
customer care at 888-623-1237. go in our pool, but we can bring the water fun to to the creek to pan for some “gold”. Don’t worry there
them! Help them beat the heat by giving them much will be plenty of time for swimming, singing, s’mores
Hoofin’ It Entering grades 4-6
needed baths. Once you are done pampering your and good ol’ storytelling’ and skits around the camp-
horsey friends, it’s your turn to cool off by splash- fire.
You’re invited to spend time at the barn with your ing around in the pool. When you’re not getting wet,
friends and your favorite animals! Time will be spent enjoy making s’mores around the campfire, learning Monday, June 21 - Friday, June 25, 2021
in the saddle riding and having fun. Also, learn about camp songs and games, and making crafts with Min/Max: 6/12
the importance of hoof care…how often a horse friends.
needs its feet trimmed, who trims a horse’s hooves, Mane Event Entering grades 4-6
and what happens if we don’t take care of their feet. Monday, June 14 - Friday, June 18, 2021
Min/Max: 6/12 Polish your boots off and get your horse ready to
When you’re not at the barn with the horses, make
s’mores around the campfire, cool off at the pool, show! Spend time learning proper horsemanship and
seeing what it takes to win the blue ribbon: proper
and enjoy many other camp activities. Saddle Switch Up Entering grades 6-8
grooming, riding and horse care. Demonstrate your
Monday, June 7 - Friday, June 11, 2021 Interested to find out what saddle might suit you skills for the barn staff daily as you absorb all there
Min/Max: 6/12 is to know about beginner horsemanship. Now that
best? Experience a week of riding in which half your
time is spent in a Western saddle while the other you’ve mastered show prepping your horse, it’s time
Trail Mix Entering grades 4-6 half is spent in an English one. Discover all the dif- to see what else camp has to offer. From swimming,
ferences and uses of English tack versus Western, to archery, to campfires; there’s so much to enjoy!
Enjoy riding in the arena AND riding on the trail? This and some of the riding disciplines you might do in
camp makes equal time for both. Spend the first two Monday, June 28 - Friday, July 2, 2021
each saddle. Once your boots are off for the day, Min/Max: 6/12
days demonstrating your ability to guide and control enjoy some traditional camp activities as you splash
your horse in the arena, and then spend your last around the pool, see who was the best aim at the
few days hitting the trails to become more confident archery range, and paddle around in a canoe.
in the saddle. When the boots are off, take to the
trails on foot, to learn about trail markings and map Please note: NOT suitable for beginner riders! All riders should at least be comfortable
at a walk and trot (without assistance)...if wanting to canter/lope, the rider must already
reading. Once trail exploration has finished, navigate know how to before coming into the camp and be able to demonstrate this skill!
your way over to the pool for a relaxing swim.
Monday, June 14 - Friday, June 18, 2021
Monday, June 7 - Friday, June 11, 2021 Min/Max: 6/12
Min/Max: 6/12
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Widji Winter Wonderland
Entering grades 1-5
Channel your inner arctic animal and beat the heat
by making your own DIY snow, ice tie-dying and hit-
Widjiwagan ting a strike in ice bowling! Learn about the polar ice
caps and how you can protect the animals that live
Day Camp there. Learn how snowflakes are formed by creating
your own and compete against fellow campers on
who can build the best snowman!
Monday, July 12 - Friday, July 16, 2021
Min/Max: 12/36
H20! Entering grades 1-5
Bucket List Entering grades 1-5 Color Craze Entering grades 1-5
It’s a water-soaked week at camp with swimming,
Check off all the fun things you want to do this sum- Learn advanced tie-dying skills and paint a master- boating, water-themed crafts, and games that
mer at one adventurous camp! Archery, boating, piece. Compete in rainbow archery, the fairy dust run splish-splash! Explore ecology with a lake study and
hiking, fishing, swimming and crafts will fill the week. and an inflatable obstacle course. This camp is go- design your own water obstacle course to finish off
Play traditional camp games and go on a bug hunt to ing to get messy – so dress accordingly! Don’t forget the week!
learn about ecosystems at camp. to bring a t-shirt for tie-dye!
Monday, July 19 - Friday, July 23, 2021
Monday, June 7 - Friday, June 11, 2021 Monday, June 28 - Friday, July 2, 2021 Min/Max: 12/36
Min/Max: 12/36 Min/Max: 12/36
Cosmic Camp Astronauts
Aqua Bash Entering grades 1-5 Entering grades 1-5
Celebrate the maker of rainbows and summer fun – Bring the moon to you by creating your own rocket
WATER! Take a voyage on the lake and cool off in the and traveling to the skies! Bring home a moon rock
pool. Compete in boat races, water balloon fights as a souvenir. Design a new constellation and use a
and a wet tug-of-war. Enhance your week by eating telescope to explore the skies. Bring your family to
lunch by the lake and creating your own ocean slime. stargaze at the best spot at camp with an optional
family camp overnight.
Monday, June 14 - Friday, June 18, 2021
Min/Max: 12/36 Monday, July 26 - Friday, July 30, 2021
Min/Max: 12/36
Widji Mysteries Inc. Entering grades 1-5
There’s something “fairy” suspicious going on at
camp and we need your help to solve the mystery!
You’ll need to boat, swim, shoot arrows and go on
the hunt to gather clues and crack the secret code
Fantasy Land Entering grades 1-5
before time runs out! Explore the colors of the wind on a hike, swim like a
Monday, June 21 - Friday, June 25, 2021 mermaid, canoe like an island girl and bravely shoot
Min/Max: 12/36 on the archery range. Explore favorite characters
from books and film by writing, directing and starring
in your very own movie!
Monday, August 2 - Friday, August 6, 2021
Min/Max: 12/36
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Mad Scientist Entering grades 1-6
Grab your lab coat and safety glasses and prepare to
get sticky, make a mess, and watch things explode!
Compete in engineering challenges, peer into a mi-
Kiwanis croscope, and conduct experiments as we explore
Day Camp the wonderful world of science.
Monday, August 9 - Friday, August 13, 2021
Min/Max: 15/24
Pampered Campers Entering grades 1-6
Over and Under the Pond Aloha Girls Entering grades 1-6
Entering grades 1-6 Craft a variety of your own spa treatments to take
Aloha, Island Girls! Join us for a week of water home. Pamper yourself with a fresh manicure, ped-
Grab a net and basin to conduct a pond study. Take games and a luau party. Create colorful sand art and icure, and hairdo. Take a calming canoe trip around
a water sample and peer into a microscope to dis- a refreshing tropical snack. Craft your own paradise the lake and relax during a session of yoga under the
cover what our unaided eyes cannot see. Explore the flower hair clip. trees.
wildlife that lives at Camp Kiwanis during a scaven-
Monday, June 21 - Friday, June 25, 2021 Monday, July 19 - Friday, July 23, 2021
ger hunt hike! Min/Max: 15/24
Min/Max: 15/24
Monday, June 7 - Friday, June 11, 2021 Holiday Camp Entering grades 1-6
Min/Max: 15/24 Camp Ooey Gooey Entering grades 1-6
Celebrate Christmas in July at Camp Kiwanis! Make
Fairytales and Fireflies Entering grades 1-6 gingerbread houses, ornaments, and reindeer food.
Dig out your mud boots and oldest clothes- it’s time
to get messy! Take part in a food fight, condiment
Hunt for Easter eggs along the trails and pack your
Discover the magic of camp as you explore your twister, shaving-cream fights, and ooey gooey slime
favorite costume or prop for a Halloween party! Get
favorite fictional characters from books and films. making. Don’t forget your swimming suit- we will be
ready for the 4th of July by crafting a patriotic hair
Create your own superhero ID, cape, fairy crown, and hosing down our mess with plenty of water games!
accessory.
potion.
Monday, July 26 - Friday, July 30, 2021
Monday, June 28 - Friday, July 2, 2021
Min/Max: 15/24
Monday, June 14 - Friday, June 18, 2021 Min/Max: 15/24
Min/Max: 15/24
Mission Impossible Entering grades 1-6
Discover and demonstrate your skills by competing
in a variety of activities. Work as a team to solve
puzzles, decode ciphered messages, and complete
scavenger hunts. Create messages for your friends
using invisible ink. Challenge your friends and learn
the importance of communication and teamwork.
Monday, August 2 - Friday, August 6, 2021
Min/Max: 15/24
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Resident Camps Typical Resident
Information Camp Schedule Tapawingo
Please note: Resident camps will run as long as state COVID-19
Stay overnight for the week! guidelines allow. If guidelines do not allow, these sessions will be
run as day camp and a partial refund will be issued.
Resident Camp
Please Note: While we are very hopeful that overnight Opening flag
camp will be allowed in the second half of this summer, 7:45
this is dependent on Illinois moving out of Phase 4, or to
9:00 a.m.
ceremony followed Dabblers Entering grades 4-6 On the Loose Entering grades 7-12
Illinois changing their Phase 4 guidelines for residential by breakfast
camps. If we cannot operate a resident camp based Dabble into a little bit of everything camp has to Enjoy all your camp favorites during this week of
on the CDC and IDPH guidelines at the time of resident offer! Enjoy the water as you play games in the pool, classic camp! Spend your week hiking the trails,
camp, you can choose to move your camp registration to water games on land, and even grab a paddle as you roasting s’mores around the campfire with friends
day camp and receive a partial refund for the difference. 9:00 a.m. climb into a canoe for a floating lunch. Test your aim and canoeing on Lake Nib. Enjoy the view of camp
If day camp is not an option a full issue will be refunded. to
12:00 p.m.
Girl planned activities at the archery range and your strength at the rock from the high ropes course and try your hand at
wall. Make a colorful mess while you tie-dye and play hatchet throwing as you enjoy all the best of what
paint-twister. And of course relax around the fire camp has to offer!
with some sweet treats to round out your week.
Sunday, August 1 - Friday, August 6, 2021
Sunday, July 11 - Friday, July 16, 2021 Min/Max: 4/12
12:00 p.m. Lunch hour followed by
At Resident Camp girls can to Min/Max: 4/12
2:00 p.m. rest hour
explore leadership, seek Tapawingo School of Witchcraft and
adventure, and develop a Wizardry Entering grades 7-12
deep appreciation for
2:00 p.m. Calling all witches! Grab your spell book and broom
nature. to Girl-planned activities and get ready for a magical week at camp. Once you
5:00 p.m.
are sorted into your houses you’ll be ready to make
your own wand, brew potions, and compete in a
quidditch game. You’ll hunt for horcruxes and make
your own Quibbler too!
5:00 p.m. Showers, Trading Post,
Check-In: to
5:45 p.m. Kapers
Sunday, July 18 - Monday, July 23, 2021
Min/Max: 4/12
You will have an assigned check-in time on
Sunday afternoon. Check-in times will be
staggered for social distancing. Final check- Super Girls Entering grades 4-6
in times will be announced with your final
confirmation from the camp director. 5:45 p.m.
Closing flag Do you have an adventurous spirit? Take aim and
to
7:00 p.m.
ceremony followed by make splatter art at the archery range. Test your
Check-Out: dinner
strength at the 40 ft. climbing wall. Explore the ravine
and get muddy creek stomping. When you’re not out
Check-out is Friday from noon-2. Check-out
times will be staggered for social distancing training to be a super hero, you’ll design your own
and will be announced in your final super hero cape and mask. Don’t worry--you’ll also
confirmation email. have time to relax around the pool and campfire with
7:00 p.m. All-camp activities all your new super friends.
Sunday, July 25 - Friday, July 30, 2021
Min/Max: 4/12
18 Refer to Page 2 for all camp session pricing. 19Pony Express Entering grades 4-6 Trail Mates Entering grades 5-8
Are you curious about horses? Dreaming of climbing Get ready to hit the trails! Spend some time in the
Tapawingo in the saddle? At this equestrian camp for begin- arena brushing up on your riding skills before head-
ners, you’ll learn the basics of riding horses, explore ing out into the woods on horseback. Have fun with
Equestrian equine traditions, and learn the history of riding ele- your friends and favorite four-legged buddies as
ments from years past. Once you hop off the saddle, you spend a few hours each day at the barn and on
Resident visit the archery range to check your aim and then the trails! Learn about trail riding safety, emergency
Camp head on over to the watering hole and take a swim in
the pool.
dismounts, and leg ups. Enjoy your time spent in the
woods and be on the lookout for deer, wild turkey,
and other wildlife as you might get lucky enough to
Sunday, July 25 - Friday, July 30, 2021 spot some on your trail ride. Also you will get the
Min/Max: 6/12
chance to paddle in a canoe, get crafty with friends,
Horsin’ Around Entering grades 4-6 All campers in horse programs will be split into groups
based on riding skill. Girls will ride 2-4 times during Rodeo Rally Entering grades 7-12
and laugh around the campfire while making s’mo-
the week. Excessively hot weather, rain and skill set
res.
Do you like horses? Do you like games? How about of the group can affect the amount of ride time. Girls
will receive a very well-rounded experience at the barn, Pull on your boots and saddle up for some real rodeo Sunday, August 1 - Friday, August 6, 2021
horses AND games together? Gymkhana is an eques- including learning proper grooming and the basics of fun! Learn all about rodeo events and show off in the Min/Max: 6/12
trian event in which riders are timed individually horse, equipment and stable care. Boots and helmets are
arena doing flag races, pole bending, and barrel rac-
provided for riding, and campers who wish to bring their
racing through a pattern or compete in games on own must check with the Equine Program Specialist to ing. When you’ve hung up you’re helmet for the day,
horseback. Sound like fun? Saddle up to learn new ensure equipment meets safety standards. Questions, call
have fun in a clown costume contest, learn to juggle,
riding skills while playing mounted games such as customer care at 888-623-1237.
and put on face paint just like a rodeo clown. Now
egg and spoon, relay races, and obstacle courses.
Build strength, confidence and sportsmanship. Kick
Cowgirl Roundup Entering grades 4-6 that you’re done “clowning around,” it’s time to cool
off in the pool and relax around the campfire while
off your boots, take a break from the barn, and see Calling all cowgirls!! Do you love horses? Never ridden you tell your friends all about your rodeo adventures.
what else camp has to offer. Splash at the pool or but want to learn? At this equestrian camp for be-
gather around the campfire with all of your friends. ginners, come meet the ponies and horses of Camp Sunday, July 25 - Friday, July 30, 2021
Min/Max: 5/10
Sunday, July 11 - Friday, July 16, 2021 Tapawingo. Spend some time each day at the barn
Min/Max: 6/12 learning all of the basics of horse care and riding Please note: NOT suitable for beginner riders! All riders should at least be
comfortable at a walk and trot (without assistance)...if wanting to canter/lope,
horses. Groom, tack up, and ride with your friends. the rider must already know how to before coming into the camp and be able
When your time at the barn is over, hang up your hat to demonstrate this skill!
Extreme Trail Entering grades 7-12
for the day and enjoy what camp has to offer-- s’mo-
Ready to take trail riding to the next level? Learn how res, campfires, swimming and more! Minis n’ Me Entering grades 4-6
to master an obstacle out on the trail. Start off the
Sunday, July 18 - Friday, July 23, 2021
week learning the importance of seat, leg, and rein Min/Max: 6/12 Come meet the miniature herd we have at Camp
aids and how to utilize these skills on a trail ride. Tapawingo which includes, horses, donkeys, and a
Next, practice a mock trail obstacle course in the mule! You will learn what exactly makes miniatures
arena as you maneuver around obstacles. Finally it’s
Wrangler in Training Entering grades 6-8
so special...from companion animals (guide or ther-
time to hit the trails for your biggest challenge yet Have you been to horse camp before and just ab- apy), to cart pulling, to herd protectors, and to be-
and conquer the extreme trail course! After you’ve solutely love it? Does a career working with horses ing ridden by small children; these are just some of
untacked for the day, scale the challenging rock wall, sound interesting to you? During your week at camp, the many amazing capabilities of miniatures. Once
splash through swimming obstacles, and paddle enjoy hands-on activities relating to daily horse care you’ve learned all there is to know about minis, it’s
through boating battles as you take all activities to and the importance of proper barn management. time to saddle up and ride our regular sized horses
the extreme. Don’t worry there will be plenty of time to ride! Once and ponies! After your time at the barn is up, it’s time
you’ve fulfilled all of your barn responsibilities for the for some more fun. Make lifelong friends and enjoy
Sunday, July 11 - Friday, July 16, 2021
Min/Max: 5/10 day, swimming, archery, and more fun with friends is camp songs, games, swimming, and s’mores!
awaiting you at camp.
Please note: NOT suitable for beginner riders! (Girls participating in this camp Sunday, August 1 - Friday, August 6, 2021
should have previously attended an equestrian trail riding camp) Min/Max: 6/12
Sunday, July 18 - Friday, July 23, 2021
Min/Max: 6/12
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Family Camping
Summer Camp
Spend a relaxing night with the family at one of our camps! Cook over a fire, go
for a hike, and pick from a variety of outdoor adventures to try, such as boating, After a summer without being able to see you in person at camp, we are extremely excited
swimming, or archery. Campers at Camp Tapawingo and Camp Widjiwagan will to greet you all at the camp gates this summer! We have made adjustments for in-person
enjoy a platform tent. Campers at Camp Kiwanis must BYO Tent. Check-in time is camp to be possible, and we are thankful for your patience and understanding as we
6pm Friday and check-out time is 4pm Saturday. All ages are welcome! implement these changes. Some of these changes are listed below.
*Note: Swimming not available at Camp Kiwanis.
While camp may look different in some ways, we are confident that summer camp with Girl Scouts of
Central Illinois will still be a magical, life-changing experience filled with fun and new adventures.
Camp Kiwanis Camp Widjiwagan
Friday, June 25 - Saturday June 26, 2021 or Friday, June 25 - Saturday June 26, 2021 or • Masks will be required indoors and outdoors at all times that physical distancing is not possible.
Friday, July 23 - Saturday, July 24, 2021 Friday, July 30 - Saturday, July 31, 2021
Min/Max: 10/30 participants • $15/participant Min/Max: 12/36 participants • $25/participant Campers should come with extra masks for each day.
• Programs will be designed to promote physical distancing
• The max capacity of campers has been lowered, and group sizes are smaller. (this means camps may
fill even faster than usual--be sure to register early!)
Camp Tapawingo • Groups will have limited interaction with each other, so meals and all camps may look different, but
Friday, June 18 - Saturday June 19, 2021 or will still be fun and engaging!
Friday, July 16 - Saturday, July 17, 2021 • Activities will take place outdoors as much as possible. (But this isn’t much of a change, really. We’re at
Min/Max: 12/36 participants • $25/participant camp after all!)
• Campers will be required to submit a log of symptoms filled out daily for 14 days prior to attending
camp.
• Daily symptom checks will be performed each morning.
• Resident campers must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test completed within the 5 days prior to
arrival at camp.
• Parents must be prepared to have someone pick up their camper at camp in a timely manner in the
event that your camper develops COVID-19 symptoms while at camp.
Save The Date!
More detailed instructions for these procedures will be available in your registration confirmation. These
procedures are also subject to change as state and federal guidelines change.
August 7, 2021
22 Refer to Page 2 for all camp session pricing. 23ADVENTURES AT A GLANCE KEY: nDaisy K-1 nBrownie 2-3 nJunior 4-5 nCadette 6-8 nSenior 9-10 nAmbassador 11-12
Date Program Location d b j c s a
June 7 - 11 Fairy Frolic Camp Tapawingo 11 * * *
JUNE
MAY
June 7 - 11 Over and Under the Pond Camp Kiwanis 16 * * * *
June 7 - 11 Hoofin’ It Camp Tapawingo 12 * *
June 7 - 11 Trail Mix Camp Tapawingo 12 * *
June 7 - 11 Bucket List Camp Widjiwagan 14 * * *
June 14 - 18 Mad Scientist Camp Tapawingo 11 * * *
June 14 - 18 Saddle Switch Up Camp Tapawingo 12 *
June 14 - 18 Sea Horses Camp Tapawingo 13 * *
June 14 - 18 Fairytales and Fireflies Camp Kiwanis 16 * * * *
June 14 - 18 Aqua Bash Camp Widjiwagan 14 * * *
June 21 - 25 DIY Divas Camp Tapawingo 11 * * *
June 21 - 25 Wild West Camp Tapawingo 13 * *
June 21 - 25 Pony Trails Camp Tapawingo 13 *
June 21 - 25 Aloha Girls Camp Kiwanis 16 * * * *
June 21 - 25 Widji Mysteries Inc. Camp Widjiwagan 14 * * *
June 28 - July 2 Boots n’ Bows Camp Tapawingo 13 * *
June 28 - July 2 Mane Event Camp Tapawingo 13 * *
June 28 - July 2 Splish Splash Camp Tapawingo 11 * * *
June 28 - July 2 Holiday Camp Camp Kiwanis 16 * * * *
June 28 - July 2 Color Craze Camp Widjiwagan 14 * * *
July 11 - 16 Dabblers Camp Tapawingo 19 * *
JULY
July 11 - 16 Extreme Trail Camp Tapawingo 20 * * *
July 11 - 16 Horsin’ Around Camp Tapawingo 20 * *
July 12 - 16 Widji Winter Wonderland Camp Widjiwagan 15 * * *
July 18 - 23 Tapawingo School of Camp Tapawingo 19
* * *
Witchcraft and Wizardry
July 18 - 23 Cowgirl Roundup Camp Tapawingo 20 * *
July 18 - 23 Wrangler in Training Camp Tapawingo 20 *
July 19 - 23 Pampered Campers Camp Kiwanis 17 * * * *
July 19 - 23 H2O! Camp Widjiwagan 15 * * *
July 25 - 30 Super Girls Camp Tapawingo 19 * *
July 25 - 30 Pony Express Camp Tapawingo 21 * *
July 25 - 30 Rodeo Rally Camp Tapawingo 21 * * *
July 26 - 30 Camp Ooey Gooey Camp Kiwanis 17 * * * *
July 26 - 30 Cosmic Camp Astronauts Camp Widjiwagan 15 * * *
August 1 - 6 On the Loose Camp Tapawingo 19 * * *
AUGUST
August 1 - 6 Minis n’ Me Camp Tapawingo 21 * *
August 1 - 6 Trail Mates Camp Tapawingo 21 * *
August 2 - 6 Fantasy Land Camp Widjiwagan 15 * * *
August 2 - 6 Mission Impossible Camp Kiwanis 17 * * * *
August 9 - 13 Mad Scientist Camp Kiwanis 17 * * * *
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