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Summer Camp
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More details online at Sleep-Away Camp pg. 1-8
gscnc.org/camp Day and Evening Camp pg. 9-14
Amazing adventures
await you at summer
sleep-away camps!
Camp is a great place for girls to discover the wonders
of the outdoors and the adventures that await. From
archery and sailing, to rock climbing and caving, you can
do it all at Girl Scout camp. Cook over a campfire, make
crafts, and go swimming—all in keeping with
Girl Scout traditions of learning new skills, singing
songs, earning badges and making awesome new friends. Whether you’re a
first time camper or a seasoned pro, you’re sure to have the best summer
ever at a Girl Scout camp. Our four Girl Scout sleep-away camps: Camp
Coles Trip, Camp May Flather, Camp Potomac Woods and Camp Winona,
provide unique environments. The camp setting allows girls to develop a
strong sense of self, gain practical life skills, become resourceful problem
solvers, and cultivate healthy relationships by living, working and playing
together.
All sleep-away camp programs include: campfires, cookouts, swimming
daily (except Camp Coles Trip), hiking, nature activities, arts and crafts
and archery (2nd grade and up).
Financial Assistance
Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital makes camp available to
all girls regardless of their family’s economic situation. To apply for
financial assistance, first secure your camper’s space by registering for the program and
session, and paying the $50 registration deposit. After
registration, further information and a link to the financial assistance application will
be sent in the parent confirmation materials and posted on our website: gscnc.org/camp.
Bus Transportation
Hop on the bus for a ride to camp that’s fun for girls and easy for parents! For just $50 one way or round
trip, parents can save time and gas, while girls enjoy singing songs, chatting and bonding with fellow
campers. Parents may also drive their campers to and from sleep-away camp. We have two bus stops:
Montgomery County, MD and Fairfax County, VA. After registering your camper, you will receive a detailed
Parent Information Book that contains drop-off times and specific locations for each bus stop. When you
register online, please select the appropriate Add-On for your transportation preference -- one way or round
trip. We must meet a minimum number of bus riders per bus. If minimums are not met, the bus will be canceled.
Questions?
For questions about any Sleep-Away Camp: sleepawaycamp@gscnc.org or 202.534.3793
For questions about Day & Evening Camp: Savannah “Glitter” Crawford at scrawford@gscnc.org or 202.274.3329
For questions about registration, changing program/session, bus/transportation, forms and payment or refunds:
registration@gscnc.org or 202.534.3793
Si necesita ayuda en español: Beatriz Portillo al correo electrónico bportillo@gscnc.org o llame a 202.274.3335
Parent Information Session
To learn about our great camp programs this summer, register for our first camp webinar on January 7, 2018 at 7:00 PM. Visit
www.gscnc.org/sleepawaycamp to register today!
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www.gscnc.org/sleepawaycamp
For GIRLS, by GIRLS: Girl Scout Camp
A key benefit of being a Girl Scout is having access to our beautiful camps. In a girl-led, girl-friendly environment,
girls challenge themselves and take healthy risks, surrounded by supportive friends and camp staff. When girls
spend quality time outdoors and increase their exposure to nature they thrive physically, emotionally and
intellectually.
And that’s great news—because when Girl Scouts get outside, they:
• Discover that they can better solve problems and overcome challenges.
• Develop leadership skills, build social bonds, and are happier overall.
• Become team players and care more about protecting our environment.
Girl Scouts believes in getting girls outdoors. Our summer camps allow girls to unplug from their smartphones,
laptops, TVs and tablets, and get outside to enjoy nature.
Camp Facilities
We have glen shelters at all four camps. A glen shelter is a wooden structure with four screened
sides, a wooden roof and a wooden floor. Depending on their size, glen shelters will sleep four to six
campers.
Platform tents are located at Camp Coles Trip and Camp May Flather.
Platform tents have wooden floors with a large canvas tent secured over a
wooden frame. Most platform tents sleep four to six campers.
Facilities also include a dining hall, kitchen, camp office, health center, arts and crafts build-
ing, and central shower house. Potomac Woods, Winona and May Flather have swimming pools, while Coles Trip
has river access.
Girls with Special Needs
Girl Scout camp is for all girls. If your camper has medical, physical,
developmental, social, or other special needs, we encourage you to work with
us to find her the most appropriate camp program. If your camper has special
needs, please contact Denise Viau, Camping Services Manager, at
dviau@gscnc.org or 202.274.3308, before registering your camper to discuss
options and to ensure that your camper finds the camp and program that best
suits her needs.
Buddies
Did you know you can bring a buddy to camp, even if she’s not a Girl Scout? For more
information on buddies, visit our website.
Special Offer for
Sleep-Away Campers Only
Camp Care Bag 2018
Send your camper a special gift from home.
Each Camp Care Bag Includes:
• Camp themed bag
• Stuffed animal
• Camp Memories Journal
• Fan
• Bandana
…And more!
Orders must be received two weeks prior to her stay at camp to assure
$40!
delivery. Girl Scouts will deliver the care bag directly to her at camp.
For more information visit www.gscnc.org/shop or call 202.274.3312.
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www.gscnc.org/sleepawaycampLocated in Leesburg, VA, Potomac Woods offers two-night and one-week
sessions in a traditional camp setting. All campers swim in the pool, create
art, hike, enjoy target sports, investigate nature, sing and play games. Everyone
works on badge activities and STEM in the outdoors! Enjoy special programs
like our Sunday Picnic, Tie-Dye Tuesday, Thursday Campfire, and Science
Friday. For girls who have completed grades K-11.
Current 6/17- 6/24- 7/1- 7/8- 7/15- 7/22- 7/29- 8/5- 8/12-
Program Key Words Fee 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/3 8/10 8/17
Grade
Forest Friends Swim, Craft, Explore, Make New Friends, Learn About
K $220 ●
(Sun - Tues) Forest Animals
Forest Friends Swim, Craft, Explore, Make New Friends, Learn About
K $220 ●
(Wed - Fri) Forest Animals
Teddy Bear Tea Swim, Craft, Explore, Make New Friends, Teddy Bear
K $220 ● ●
(Sun - Tues) Tea Party
Crafty Critters Nature Exploration, Art, Learn About Animals 1-2 $415 ●
Fairies in the
Fairies, Build a Shelter, Hammocks, Engineering 1-2 $400 ●
Woods
Water, Magic, Pool Party, Wand Design, Mix Lotions &
Mermaid Magic 1-2 $400 ●
Potions
Outdoor Outdoor Exploration, Fish, Tent Outdoors, Build a Fire,
1-2 $400 ● ●
Adventure Creek Splashing
Become a “Sister in Science,” Dig, Mix, Invent, Try a
SIS Club 1-2 $415 ● ● ●
Different Science Each Day
Small World
Swim, Craft, Explore Camp, Make New Friends 1-2 $220 ● ● ●
(Sun - Tues)
Small World
Swim, Craft, Explore Camp, Make New Friends 1-2 $220 ●
(Wed - Fri)
Cowgirls Horses, Horse Care, Horseback Riding 2-4 $750 ● ● ●
Camper’s Choice Choice of Art, Cooking, Magic, and Science Programs 3-4 $415 ● ● ●
Daily Challenges, Scavenger Hunt, Teamwork, Science,
Challengers 3-4 $400 ● ● ●
Survival Skills
Outdoor Exploration, Hike, Fish, Camp Outdoors, Build
Get Out 3-4 $400 ● ● ●
a Fire
S’mores and More
Swim, Explore Camp, Gourmet S’mores 3-4 $220 ● ● ●
(Sun - Tues)
S’mores and More
Swim, Explore Camp, Gourmet S’mores 3-4 $220 ●
(Wed - Fri)
Targets &
Archery, Scavenger Hunts, Letterbox, Geocache 3-4 $400 ● ●
Treasure
Water Otters Extra Pool Time, Fish, Boat in the Pool, Campout 3-4 $400 ● ● ●
Arts & Arrows Create Art, Splatter Paint, Glow in the Dark Archery 5-7 $400 ● ●
Outdoor Skills, Survival Challenge, Campout, Design a
Extreme Camping 5-7 $400 ● ● ●
shelter, Build a Fire
Horse Lover Horses, Horse Care, Horseback Riding 5-7 $750 ● ● ●
Yoga, Healthy Snacks, Homemade Skincare Products,
Just Relax 5-7 $400 ● ●
Hammock, Campout
My Way Choice of Art, Cooking, Magic and Science Programs 5-7 $400 ● ● ●
Canoe, Campout, Potomac River Day Trip, Hike, Science
River Adventure 5-7 $415 ● ●
at the River
Canoe, Campout, Potomac River Overnight Trip, Hike,
Rock the River 8-11 $415 ● ●
Science at the River
Wranglers Horses, Horse Care, Horseback Riding 8-11 $750 ● ● ●
CIT I Leadership, Campout 9-11 $560
CIT II Leadership, Campout 10-11 $600 ●
For more information and to apply, please visit
Junior Counselor Junior Counselor 11-12 www.gscnc.org/juniorcounselor.html
Bus Stop Schedule VA VA VA VA VA VA VA VALocated in Hughesville, MD, Winona offers two-night samplers to week-long
specialty themed camps. Girls will swim, experiment with science and technology,
explore nature, take on teambuilding challenges and take aim at the archery range
(grades 2+). For girls who have completed grades K-11.
Current 6/17- 6/24- 7/1- 7/8- 7/15- 7/22- 7/29- 8/5- 8/12-
Program Key Words Fee
Grade 6/22 6/29 7/3 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/3 8/10 8/17
Me and My Gal Single Overnight with Female K-5 $70 Sat 7/7 - Sun 7/8
(Sat - Sun) Guardian
Try it All Crafts, Dance, Hike, S’mores K $220 ● ●
(Sun - Tues)
Hike, Dance, Science, Archery,
Dabbling 1-2 $415 ● ●
Cookout, Tie Dye
Make Fairy Wings, Scavenger
Winona Wonders 1-2 $400 ● ●
Hunt, Science, Hike, Cookout
Hike, Cookout, Stargaze, Fossil
Outdoor Explorer Creek, Archery, Tie Dye, 1-2 $400 ● ● ●
Badgework
Teddy & Me Make Your Own Stuffed Animal, 1-2 $220 ●
(Sun - Tues) Hike, Picnic
Teddy & Me Make Your Own Stuffed Animal, 1-2 $220 ●
(Wed - Fri) Hike, Picnic
Paint, Pottery, Mosaics, Stargaze,
Artistas 3-4 $415 ● ●
Badgework
Nature Exploration, Fossil Creek,
Citizen Scientist 3-4 $415 ● ● ● ●
Citizen Science, Badgework
Daring Adventure, Archery, Campout, 3-4 $400 ● ● ● ●
Adventures Canoe, Science Experiments
Journey
Outdoors! Canoe, Archery, Stargaze, Hiking 3-4 $220 ● ●
(Sun - Tues)
Junior Jam
Canoe, Dance, Cookout, Science 3-4 $220 ●
(Sun - Tues)
Junior Jam
Canoe, Dance, Cookout, Science 3-4 $220 ●
(Wed - Fri)
Winona’s Got
Music, Art, Dance, Archery 3-4 $415 ● ● ●
Talent
Kayak, Night Swim, Stargaze,
Moonlight Mania Night Hike, Dance Party, Stay 3-5 $400 ● ● ● ●
up Late
Archery, Catapults, Pool Jousting,
Storm the Castle 3-4 $400 ● ● ● ●
Campout, Field Games
Canoe, Pool Party, Night Swim,
Watered Down 3-4 $400 ● ● ● ●
Fossil Creek, Campout
Upcycle, Spa Day, D.I.Y. Crafts,
Eco Chic 5-7 $400 ● ● ●
Natural Beauty Products
Mini Vacay Hammock Village, Spa Day,
Natural Beauty Products, Hike, 5-7 $220 ●
(Sun - Tues) Night Swim
Kayak, Night Swim, Stargaze, Stay
Night Owl 5-7 $400 ● ●
up Late, Cookout, Badgework
Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen Tour,
Outdoor Cuisine 5-7 $415 ● ● ●
Nature Hikes
Survival Skills, Fire Building, First
Zombie Survival 5-7 $400 ● ● ● ● ●
Aid, Fossil Creek, Navigation
C.Y.O. (Choose Stargaze, Campout, Kayak, Fossil 6-11 $415 ● ●
Your Own) Creek, Hammock Village
CIT I Leadership, Counselor-in-Training 9-11 $560
CIT II Leadership, Counselor-in-Training 10-11 $600 ●
For more information and to apply, please visit
Junior Counselor Junior Counselor 11-12 www.gscnc.org/juniorcounselor.html
Bus Stop Schedule MD&VA MD&VA MD MD&VA MD MD MD&VALocated in Mt. Solon, VA, May Flather offers traditional camp activities with wild
outdoor adventures. Girls can push their limits with caving, climbing, archery and
the challenge course, while also enjoying swimming, arts and crafts and weaving
on antique barn looms. Highly trained staff supervise all adventure activities. For
girls who have completed grades 4-11.
Current 6/17- 6/24- 7/1- 7/8- 7/15- 7/22- 7/29- 8/5- 8/12-
Program Key Words Fee
Grade 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/3 8/10 8/17
Natural Rock Wall, Creek
Explorers 4-6 $415 ● ● ● ● ●
Stomping, Canoe
Spa Day, Yoga, Stargaze, Dance
Pajama Party Party, Glow Climb, Sleep In, Stay 4-6 $400 ● ● ● ● ● ●
Up Late
Extra Climbing Tower, Natural
Rocks Rock 4-6 $400 ● ● ●
Rock Wall
Action Adventure Canoe, Half Day Cave 5-7 $415 ● ● ● ● ● ●
Cave Crawlers Full Day Cave, Grand Caverns 5-7 $450 ● ● ●
Survival, Campout, Nature
Wilderness Girls 5-7 $415 ● ● ● ● ●
Discovery Hike
Trailblazers Backpacking, Outdoor Journey 5-8 $415 ●
Extra Climbing Tower, Natural
Climbers 6-8 $400 ● ● ●
Rock Wall
Paddles and Backpack, Canoe 6-8 $415 ● ●
Trails
Looms, Tie-Dye Archery, Splatter
Art in Action 6-11 $415 ● ● ●
Painting, Art in Nature
Looms, Fashion, Duct Tape Art,
Rags to Runway 6-11 $660
Tie Dye, Two Weeks
On the Loose Choose Your Own Adventure 6-11 $415 ● ● ●
Wild and Camp White Rock, Tree Houses, 6-11 $450 ● ●
Wonderful Kayak, High Adventure Course
2 Wild, Canoe, Half Day Cave, Camp
White Rock, Tree Houses, Kayak, 6-11 $710
2 Wonderful! High Adventure Course
Adrenaline Rush Full Day Cave, Raft 7-11 $450 ● ● ● ● ● ●
Expedition
Backpacking, Adventurer Badge 7-11 $415 ●
Wilderness
H2O Venture Canoe, Raft, Kayak, Tubing 7-11 $710
River Rush Canoe, Raft 7-11 $450 ● ● ● ●
2 Full Day Cave Trips, Off Site
Rocks and Ropes Natural Rock Climbing, Two 7-11 $735
Weeks
2 Full Day Cave Trips, Grand
Speleology 7-11 $470 ● ● ●
Caverns
2 Full Day Cave Trips, Natural
Adventure Bound Rock Wall, Backpack, Two Weeks, 8-11 $710
Outdoor Journey
CIT I Leadership, Counselor-in-Training 9-11 $560
CIT II Leadership, Counselor-in-Training 10-11 $600 ●
For more information and to apply, please visit
Junior Counselor Junior Counselor 11-12 www.gscnc.org/juniorcounselor.html
Bus Stop Schedule MD&VA MD&VA MD&VA MD&VA MD&VA MD&VA MD&VA
3Located in Stafford, VA on the banks of the Aquia Creek, Coles Trip offers
aquatic programs for new and experienced campers. Girls will challenge
themselves with watersports like sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and paddle
boarding. Archery, hiking and more make for an unforgettable week of
adventure. For girls who have completed grades 5-11.
Current Price 6/17- 6/24- 7/1- 7/8- 7/15- 7/22- 7/29- 8/5- 8/12-
Program Key Words Grade 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13 7/20 7/27 8/3 8/10 8/17
Aquia Paddle Board, Kayak, 5-8 $400 ● ● ● ● ●
Adventures Windsurf, Archery, Sailing
Beachfront Sail, Kayak, Windsurf, 5-8 $400 ● ● ● ● ●
Explorers Stargaze, Beach Campout
Jump On Paddle Board, Windsurf 5-8 $400 ● ● ●
Two Weeks, Luau, Sail,
Get Settled In 6-11 $660
Kayak, Archery
Sail Away Rigging, Knots, Sail a Sunfish 6-11 $400 ● ● ●
Sailor’s Two Weeks, Sail, Trip to Annapolis 7-11 $710
Adventure MD, Luau, Sailing Cruise
CIT I Leadership, Counselor-in-Training 9-11 $560
CIT II Leadership, Counselor-in-Training 10-11 $600 ●
For more information and to apply, please visit
Junior Counselor Junior Counselor 11-12 www.gscnc.org/juniorcounselor.html
Bus Stop Schedule VA VA VA VA VA VA
Attend Camp CEO
Kick off a new Girl Scout and school year at Camp CEO. Join us for a
fun-filled, action-packed weekend in nature. Connect with prominent
businesswomen who will share their life lessons and leadership
journeys. Discover how your interests, skills, and dreams can
transform you into a leader. You and your CEO buddy will discover,
connect, and take action to make the world a better place while
enjoying traditional camp activities.
Registration will open late summer. Email sleepawaycamp@gscnc.org
for more information.
Camp CEO
Weekend Edition
Girls in Grades 10-12 (as of Sept 2018)
September 28-30, 2018
Camp Potomac Woods
Cost $65
Financial Assistance Available!
6How to Register
Remember, camp sessions fill up very quickly. We receive a large number of phone calls and emails on opening
days of registration. Please check your eBiz account information at least 1-week prior to the opening day to test
your account.
Log into your eBiz account at www.gscnc.org (located in the top right
corner of homepage).
• If you have previously registered your camper for camp or for a
Council event, your login remains the same.
• If you have trouble accessing your account or cannot remember
your login information, please email registration@gscnc.org for
assistance.
• If your contact information is incorrect in eBiz, email
registration@gscnc.org with your updated information.
• If your camper’s Girl Scout membership is with a different
council, please email registration@gscnc.org for further
instructions.
When registration opens, log in and click Activities to find quick
access to all of our summer camp offerings.
Remember: Campers must register based on current grade for the 2017-2018 school year.
Camp Staff
Camp staff are enthusiastic, talented, and caring individuals, who are 18 years of age or older. We recruit both
regionally and from around the world, and carefully select staff based on maturity, program skills, experience, and
their ability to serve as role models.
A health manager is in residence at the Health Center and all staff must attend an intensive pre-camp training
session, including safety, activity planning, camper care, teambuilding, and much more. Staff members who
supervise high-adventure activities such as the pool, water sports, challenge course, archery, caving and other
areas receive additional training and certifications.
Junior Counselor
The Junior Counselor program is for girls who have already
completed a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program and would like to
further enhance their leadership skills by learning what it’s like to be
a camp counselor. Junior Counselors receive training and are given
opportunities to work alongside staff and lead activities. Girls must
be 16 years of age or older by June 1, 2018 and must have
completed 11th or 12th grade.
An application with more information is available at gscnc.org/
sleepawaycamp. Applications must be received by February 9,
2018 at 12 PM in order to be considered for the first round of
placements. If space is available, girls may apply after February 9.
Space is limited. All Junior Counselor applicants will be interviewed. Placement in
the program is based on experience and is at the discretion of the Camp Director. Girls will receive a stipend for
being a Junior Counselor. For questions contact Emily “Sparrow” Reece at sleepawaycamp@gscnc.org or
202.274.3305.
Financial Aid and Transportation Available!Meals
Food service professionals prepare all of our meals except for cookouts
(campers prepare that!), and menus are planned with hungry, growing
girls in mind. At camp, we provide kid-friendly food for all of our
campers, consisting of foods like chicken nuggets, macaroni and
cheese, spaghetti, tacos, pizza, and more. All meals include fresh
vegetables and fruits, and our food service staff can meet most
special dietary needs.
Cancellations/Refund
The $50 registration deposit is non-refundable. The remainder of
the camp fee (excluding the deposit) will be refunded if:
• The camper withdraws and Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital
receives a written request at least five weeks prior to the start of the camper’s session.
• The camper leaves camp due to an illness or injury and Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital receives a written
request for a refund within two weeks of her return home. Refund will be prorated on a per diem basis.
If a camper leaves early due to behavior, missing home, or
parent request no refund will be provided.
If a program is canceled and no alternate program is
available, you will receive a full refund.
Have a first-time camper?
Check out these helpful tips to make sure she’ll have
her best summer ever!
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If your camper has
never spent the night
away from home, try it
out before camp.
Encourage her to have
Help your camper pack
for camp—don’t do it for
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her! She’ll know
a fun sleepover at a exactly where For younger campers, Let your camper know
friend’s house so she everything is and will pack each day’s outfit that missing home is
can practice being be able to identify any in a gallon-sized Ziploc normal! Make a plan
independent. items that get baggie and label each for what she will do if
misplaced. day. she misses home, such
as write a letter, draw
a picture, or jump into
activities.
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www.gscnc.org/sleepawaycampDay and Evening Camp
Day and evening camp programs encourage girls to explore the world
around them, challenge themselves, and build self-esteem while having a
blast at camp. Girls learn songs, play games, make arts and crafts, gain
outdoor skills and work towards badges, all while being encouraged to be
their amazing selves. Most programs encourage girls to participate in
totally awesome outdoor activities like nature hikes, outdoor skills, team
building exercises, high adventure, and more. Some programs even offer
optional overnights and field trips, too! No matter which camp you choose,
you’re sure to have your best summer yet!
We have camps for every interest and age level sprinkled across our region.
Each camp is unique, and run exclusively by a dedicated team of specially
trained volunteers who work year-round to make these enriching opportunities
possible.
More information is available on our website gscnc.org/dayandeveningcamp
Placement Type: First Come, First Served in the woods as you explore the
Registration Deadline: June 11 wonderful world of bugs and other
Maryland Camps Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum critters!
Requirements: Finished 7th grade and Placement Type: First Come, First Served
attended camp Registration Deadline: March 15
Brighton Woods Day Camp Aide Minimum Requirements: Aide Minimum Requirements:
“It’s All in the Game!” Finished 9th grade and attended camp Finished 8th grade and attended camp
Location: Brookeville, MD
Dates: July 16 – 27 (9 AM - 3 PM) Camp Gilbert Run/ Aquasco Camp Tuckerman
Description: Warning: Batteries not “Alaskan Adventure” “Once Upon a Sit-Upon”
included in this outdoor experience! Location: Aquasco, MD Location: Rockville, MD
Placement Type: First Come, First Served Dates: June 25 – 29 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Dates: June 19 - 29 (9:30 AM - 3 PM,
Registration Deadline: May 25 Description: Cool off on the trails of Tue, June 26, 9:30 AM - 5:45 PM (Rain-
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Alaska! date Wed, June 27, 9:30 AM - 5:45 PM)
7th grade Placement Type: First Come, First Served Overnight June 26-27 (Rain-date Wed,
Registration Deadline: June 18 June 27-28)
Brunswick STEM Day Camp Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Description: Come to camp and start
“Computer Science: Think Like a Requirements: Finished 6th grade your own adventure among new and old
Programmer” Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished friends!
Location: Brunswick, MD 7th grade Placement Type: Lottery
Dates: July 30 – August 3 (9 AM - 3:30 Registration Deadline: March 14
PM) Camp Mighty Oak Lottery Notification: March 31
Description: Earn the new Think Like a “Escape to Tiki Beach” Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
Programmer Journey - Take Action Location: Purcellville, VA, buses from Requirements: Finished 6th grade
project included Frederick, MD Aide Minimum Requirements:
Placement Type: First Come, First Served Dates: July 9 - 13 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Finished 8th grade and was an AIT
Registration Deadline: July 10 Description: Come for the exotic
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished escapades, stay for the great Camp Valley View
6th grade experiences and friendships! “Girls Gotta Travel - National Park Road
Placement Type: First Come, First Served Trip!”
Camp Bay Breeze Registration Deadline: June 28 Location: Jefferson, MD
“Enchantment Under The Sea” Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Dates: Jul 16 – 20 (9 AM - 3 PM)
Location: Lusby, MD Requirements: Finished 6th grade Description: Embark on a coast to coast
Dates: June 25 – 29 (9 AM - 3:30 PM; Aide Minimum Requirements: adventure, learning about different
Mon 3:30-9 PM field trip for Cadettes & Finished 7th grade national parks along the way!
older; Wed 3:30 PM - Thu 9 AM Placement Type: First Come, First Served
Overnight Juniors & older) Camp Sunshine Registration Deadline: July 12
Description: Join our imaginary under “Bugs, Basics, and Bows in the Woods” Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
the sea camp! You’ll learn all about life Location: Boyds, MD Requirements: Finished 6th grade
in the oceans, have a whale of a time in Dates: July 23 – 27 (9:15 AM - 3:15 PM Fri Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished
arts and crafts, and sing with the early release 12 PM) 7th grade and was an AIT
mermaids of the Chesapeake Bay. Description: Join us for a beautiful weekSweet Little Vacation Camp Claude Moore Registration Deadline: March 23
“Around the World with Girl Scouts” “Welcome to Wonderland” Lottery Notification: April 16
Location: Brookeville, MD Location: Sterling, VA Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
Dates: Jun 25 – 29 (9 AM - 3 PM) Dates: July 16 - 20 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Requirements: Finished 6th grade
Description: Visit the four Girl Scout Description: Join us down the rabbit Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished
world centers and learn how Girl Scouts hole for fun-filled days with Alice, the 7th grade and was an AIT
and Girl Guides around the world have Mad-Hatter, and more!
fun! Placement Type: First Come, First Served Camp Firefly I and II
Placement Type: First Come, First Served Registration Deadline: June 14 “Winter Olympics”
Registration Deadline: June 8 Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Location: Oakton, VA
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Requirements: Finished 6th grade Dates: Jul 23 - 27 and Jul 30 - Aug 3 (6
7th grade Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished PM - 9 PM)
9th grade Description: Forget the summer heat
Washington County Day Camp and relive the cool, crisp days of the
“Girl Scout Tradtions” Camp Crossroads PyeongChang, South Korea Winter
Location: Hagerstown, MD “Summer at Hogwarts” Olympics!
Dates: Aug 13 - 17 (9 AM - 3 PM) Location: Oakton, VA Placement Type: First Come, First Served
Description: Explore a variety of Dates: July 9 - 13 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Registration Deadline: July 7
Girl Scouting traditions from camping to Description: Join your favorite wizard, Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
songs! Harry Potter, for summer at Hogwarts. Requirements: Finished 7th grade
Placement Type: First Come, First Served Placement Type: Lottery Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished
Registration Deadline: August 1 Registration Deadline: March 9 9th grade
Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Lottery Notification: April 1
Requirements: Finished 9th grade Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Camp Franklin Park
Aide Minimum Requirements: Requirements: Finished 7th grade “Vintage Adventures”
Finished 9th grade Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Location: Purcellville, VA
9th grade Dates: June 25 - 29 (9 AM - 3 PM)
Description: Enjoy the camp classics,
Camp Fairfax such as swimming, arts & crafts, camp
Virginia Camps “CFI: Camp Fairfax Investigations”
Location: Reston, VA
skills, high adventure and more!
Dates: July 30 – August 3 (9 AM - 4 PM)
Description: Solve the camp-wide
Ashgrove Adventure Day mystery at CFI: Camp Fairfax
Camp Investigations!
Placement Type: Lottery
“May the Forest Be With You; Ashgrove’s
‘Star Wars’ Adventure”
Location: Oakton, VA
Dates: June 18 - 29 (9 AM - 3:30 PM)
Description: In a camp, not so far away,
join Padawans and Jedi Masters to form
a team ready for the challenges of
inter-galactic adventure.
Placement Type: Lottery
Registration Deadline: March 12
Lottery Notification: March 23
Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
Requirements: Finished 7th grade
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished
8th grade and was an AIT or finished 9th
grade
Burke Lake Adventures (BLA)
Location: Fairfax Station, VA
Dates: July 23 - 27 (9 AM - 2 PM)
Description: Explore the outdoors in a
shady park setting and earn badges with
your Girl Scout friends!
Placement Type: Lottery
Registration Deadline: April 15
Lottery Notification: April 30
Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
Requirements: Finished 6th grade and
attended camp
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished
8th grade
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Financial Assistance Available!Placement Type: First Come, First Served Description: Explore the superhero Description: Blast off to camp and relive
Registration Deadline: June 15 inside! the past as you explore Ancient Rome,
Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Placement Type: First Come, First Served Medieval France, 1890s Wild West, 1920’s
Requirements: Finished 5th grade Registration Deadline: August 1 England and the 1960s!
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Placement Type: Lottery
7th grade 6th grade and attended camp Registration Deadline: April 13
Lottery Notification: April 30
Camp Summer Magic Fort Hunt Day Camp: Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished
Location: Sterling, VA “Digging in the Dirt, Being One with the 7th grade
Dates: July 9 - 13 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Earth” Ports of Prince William
Description: Pack your picnic baskets Location: Alexandria, VA “It’s a Star Spangled Camp!”
and head to camp for an exciting week Dates: June 25 - 29 (9 AM - 3 PM) Location: Triangle, VA
exploring the National Parks! Description: Enjoy the untouched native Dates: June 25 - 29 (9 AM - 3:30 PM,
Placement Type: Lottery wildlife of Virginia in a National Park! Friday Early release 2:30 PM)
Registration Deadline: April 1 Placement Type: First Come, First Served Description: Celebrate America with
Lottery Notification: April 10 Registration Deadline: May 25 red, white and blue All-American crafts,
Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum songs, traditional camp-wide SWAPS,
Requirements: Finished 6th grade and Requirements: Finished 5th grade and and more!
attended camp attended camp Placement Type: First Come, First Served
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Registration Deadline: April 2
8th grade and attended camp 6th grade and was an AIT Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
Requirements: Finished 6th grade and
Camp Tag-A-Long Manassas Summer Day Camp attended camp
“Camp Superheroes” “Blast From the Past” Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished
Location: Leesburg, VA Location: Haymarket, VA 7th grade and attended camp
Dates: August 13 - 17 (9 AM - 3:30 PM) Dates: July 9 - 13 (9 AM - 3:30 PM)
Financial Assistance and
West Virginia Camps Transportation Available!
Berkeley County Twilight Mineral County Day Camp: Morgan County Girl Scouts
Camp “Girl Scouts Just Wanna Have Fun!” Day Camp
“Let’s Get Musical!” Location: Keyser, WV “Storybook STEM with Girl Scouts”
Location: Martinsburg, WV Dates: June 25 - 29 (12 PM - 5 PM) Location: Berkeley Springs, WV
Dates: July 10 - 14 (6 PM - 9 PM) Description: Make crafts, sing songs, Dates: May 29 – June 1 (3:30 PM - 6:30
Description: Come explore different make new friends, and swim - all the PM)
genres of music. while learning about Girl Scouting, Description: Learn about Science,
Placement Type: First Come, First Served outdoor skills, and earning badges too! Technology, Engineering, and Math with
Registration Deadline: June 24 Placement Type: First Come, First Served familiar fairytale friends!
Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum Registration Deadline: June 7 Placement Type: First Come, First Served
Requirements: Finished 7th grade and Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Registration Deadline: May 18
attended camp 5th grade Aide in Training (AIT) Minimum
Aide Minimum Requirements: Finished Requirements: Enrolled in 6th grade
7th grade and attended camp Aide Minimum Requirements: Enrolled
in 6th grade
Additional Information
Parent Information Session – NEW!
Have questions or want to learn more about day and evening camps in your area
this summer? Join us on January 21, 2018 at 7:00pm for an information webinar.
Visit www.gscnc.org/daycamp to register today.
Placement
Placement is not automatic for all camps. Some camps place campers on a first
come, first served basis, while others use a lottery system. See the specific camp’s
description for more details. Most camps guarantee entry for campers of full-time
volunteers – consider volunteering!
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Transportation Available!Volunteer at Day and Evening Camp
You’ll have a lifelong impact on girls, develop your own
leadership expertise, gain new skills and tools, and
connect with fellow volunteers. There’s no cost to
volunteer and most camps guarantee entry for campers
of full-time volunteers, where other camps may offer a
reduced rate for registration.
Roles include …
• Unit Counselor: Guide a group of campers through
pre-planned activities with the help of another
counselor or a teen mentor.
• Program Volunteer: Teach a skill, or plan and lead
a special activity like crafts, gardening, sports, and
more.
• Health Supervisor: Medical professionals needed!
Provide first aid and manage camper and staff safety.
Each camp handles volunteer registration differently. If you are interested in volunteering at a day or evening camp,
please contact the camp directly using the volunteer contact listed under each camp’s description on our website.
Who Can Attend Camp?
Most of our day and evening camps are open to girls completing grades K-12. Check the individual camp
description for specific grade requirements.
We welcome non-Girl Scouts to attend camp. Any girl who is not a current member is welcome to attend camp,
but they must register and become a Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital member. The annual registration fee is $25. You
must register 24 hours before selecting a camp through the online events registration site, eBiz. To register as a
member, please go to our website www.gscnc.org/join. If you have questions about the registration process, have
problems, or need to update information please email registration@gscnc.org.
Boys are eligible at certain camps and must be children of volunteer staff. Ages vary with each camp.
Preschool age children are only eligible at certain camps and must be children of volunteer staff.
High Adventure
High adventure opportunities vary based on the camp,
unit program and the camper’s current grade. High
adventure activities can be canceled due to weather or
other conditions.
Lottery – How it Works
Campers registering for a lottery camp must pay in full
at the time of registration. Paying for, and completing
registration, does not guarantee the camper will be
placed into the lottery. If the camper is not selected
through the lottery, a full refund will be issued only
after the camper turns down the wait list. For
specific dates and fees for lottery camps, please
consult the individual camp’s webpage.
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www.gscnc.org/dayandeveningcampCamp Confirmations
Have questions or want to learn more about day and evening camps in your area this summer? Join us on January
21, 2018 at 7:00pm for an information webinar to learn more. Visit www.gscnc.org/daycamp to register today.
Transportation
Bus transportation is available at some camps. See each individual camp description for
specifics. For camps that do not offer transportation, arranging a carpool with fellow parents is
strongly recommended.
Financial Assistance
Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital makes camp available to all girls regardless of their family’s economic
situation. Financial assistance is available for one day or evening camp per camper, per summer.
To apply for financial assistance, please go to www.gscnc.org/dayandeveningcamp and click on the
financial assistance link to fill out the request. Requests must be submitted at least ten
business days prior to the date you would like to apply for camp. Financial assistance applications
are reviewed on a rolling basis every ten business days. You will receive an email only after the request is reviewed
and approved. The email will contain a code to use when applying for camp. If you have more than one camper,
please complete a separate request for each child. All application information is confidential.
Leadership for Teens
Teen Girl Scouts are encouraged to participate
in leadership roles at day and evening camp.
Many camps offer Aide in Training (AIT) and/or
Aide programs which give Girl Scout Cadettes
through Ambassadors the opportunity to learn
valuable, hands-on leadership skills as well as
earn volunteer hours towards Girl Scout
Journeys, badges or awards. Camp Aides and
AITs must be available for all required trainings.
Dates vary from camp to camp. Please refer to
each camp’s description or website for more
information.
Questions?
For questions about any Sleep-Away Camp: sleepawaycamp@gscnc.org
or 202.534.3793
For questions about Day & Evening Camp: Savannah “Glitter” Crawford at scrawford@gscnc.org or 202.274.3329
For questions about registration, changing program/session, bus/transportation, forms and payment or refunds:
registration@gscnc.org or 202.534.3793
Si necesita ayuda en español: Beatriz Portillo al correo electrónico bportillo@gscnc.org o llame a 202.274.3335
Payment
When registering for camp, be prepared to pay the fee in full. Payment plans for day and evening camps are not
available, but financial assistance is available. See the financial assistance section for more information. Camp fees
vary by camp and by program. The differences in the fees represent the wide variety of programs available across
our Council.
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www.gscnc.org/dayandeveningcampRefund and Cancellation Policy
Refund policies and deadlines vary from camp to camp. Please
consult the individual camp’s description for details on the
refund policy. Except in extenuating circumstances, Council will
not override a camp’s refund policy.
Refunds for Girl Scout Membership will not be issued.
Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital reserves the right to cancel any
program listed due to insufficient enrollment or other
extenuating circumstances. Alternate programs or refunds will
be offered.
How to Register for Camp
Remember, camp sessions fill up very quickly. We receive a large
number of phone calls and emails on opening days of
registration. Please check your account information at least one
week prior to the opening day to test your account.
Log into your eBiz account at www.gscnc.org (located in the top right corner of homepage).
• If you have previously registered your camper for camp or for a Council event, your login remains the same.
• If you have trouble accessing your account or cannot remember your login information, please email
registration@gscnc.org for assistance.
• If your contact information is incorrect in eBiz, email registration@gscnc.org with your updated information.
• If your camper’s Girl Scout membership is with a different council, please email registration@gscnc.org for
further instructions.
When registration opens, log in and click Activities to
find quick access to all of our summer camp
offerings.
Remember: Campers must register based on current
grade for the 2017-2018 school year.
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