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Troop Camp Adventure, S.P. (Specialty Programs) and SUCO (Service Unit Camp Out) 2021 s um m e r C a m p C a t a l o g CAM P : E N DL E S S S U M M E R ADV E N T U R E S
Girl Scouts of Western New York Mission: Girl Scouts of
See some of our Western New York
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and favorite camp
character, who make the world a better place.
memories on our
gswny.org ▪ 1-888-837-6410 social media! @girlscoutswny
Girl Scout Office
Girl Scout Camps
Camp Locations General Information
Girl Scout camps are open to every girl in grades K-12.
Timbercrest
Randolph, NY
Niagara Orleans Girl Scouting values inclusiveness and all girls are
Monroe
Piperwood welcome regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual
Fairport, NY Genesee orientation, socioeconomic status, national origin, or
Seven Hills Goodyear Erie
Holland, NY
physical or developmental disability. Girls attending Girl
Seven Hills Lakeside Scout summer camp must register as members of Girl
Holland, NY
Wyoming Livingston Scouts of the USA. A Children’s Camp in New York State
Windy Meadows brochure listing NYS standards for camp operations will
Lockport, NY
be available in all Camp Information Packets.
Please read the Camp Information Packets for details on
Chautauqua Cattaraugus
our refund policy, inclement weather, cancellations, and
other relevant camp information. Packets can be found
on our website or by calling 1-888-837-6410.
A MESSAGE FOR YOU table of contents
Greetings Girl Scout Summer Campers, Please know that we are making every Camp Locations, CEO message, General Info . . . . . 2
effort to bring you multiple options for COVID Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
The joy, friendship circles, closing a summer camp experience and Girl Registration, Open Houses, and more . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
campfires, special camp songs, and Scouts are always prepared. If COVID-19 What is Provided Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
creating unforgettable bonds with new does impact our plans for the summer, Camp Options and Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
and old friends are just a few of the things we will still offer Girl Scout Summer
that make Girl Scout camp life so special.
TROOP CAMP ADVENTURES
Camp. It may be in-person, a hybrid
Summer Camp is an important part of AT CAMP TIMBERCREST PROGRAMS
format (combination of in-person and
the Girl Scout experience and I want For grades 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
virtual camping) or a completely virtual
you to know that it is our wish to operate For grades K-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Summer Camp experience. No matter
summer camp in the outdoors, in-person For grades 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
what shape the upcoming summer
in 2021. However, we know that we face For grades 6-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
takes, we want you to spend it with us –
uncertainty given the impacts of COVID-19 come and enjoy new experiences while Troop Camp and SUCO Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
and our top priority is your safety, our connecting and building sisterly bonds S.P. (Specialty Programs) Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
camp counselor’s safety, and everyone that will last a lifetime.
involved with camp’s safety and well-
being.
Alison Wilcox
CEO, Girl Scouts of WNY
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GSWNY COVID 19 Guidelines for Summer Camp 2021
This upcoming summer, camp will look different than what we are used to. For example, if we are able to run this
programming, our camp attendance will be reduced and camp/staff will travel and gather in small groups of 5 or 10.
Campers will sleep 2-3 to a tent/cabin maximum. Safety for our campers and staff is and always will be our number
one priority. We want to assure our parents/guardians, and all of our camp patrons that we will have a safe and
effective COVID 19 safety plan in place prior to staff and camper arrival. We are currently working on reviewing our
camp health safety plan and updating it to reflect strict COVID-19 guidelines and procedures. We are also creating
a robust Communicable Disease Plan that will lay out the stringent steps of our pre-arrival COVID 19 screenings/
requirements, as well as the on-site safety screenings and sanitation regulations that all staff and campers must
adhere to.
All of our protocols will follow the guidance set forth by the NYSHD, CDC, WHO and GSUSA. You will find our full
COVID-19 Camp Guidelines and Regulations located on our GSWNY website at bit.ly/gscamp2021 as well as, in our
Camp Information Packets.
Summer Camp 2021
Camping has always been a long-standing tradition in Girl Scouts where girls can get outdoors to reconnect and
embrace the wonders of nature. In summer 2021, we look forward to exploring and experiencing Camp: Endless
Summer Adventures.
At GSWNY we know how important it is for girls to have a wonderful summer camp experience. We also want to
assure you that we have every intention of operating summer camp 2021 in-person while following all of COVID
guidelines and regulations. However, if the need should arise, we will be prepared to provide your girls with an
amazing alternative camp program. We have set April 30, 2021, as our decision date to operate camp in person or
switch to our alternative camp (virtual) program mode.
Our alternative camp program will operate 6 weeks: July 5 through August 13, 2021. We will continue with activity
kits mailed directly to your home as well as, provide 3 live activity Zoom sessions a week. We will also be adding
a more focused-family camp program. Families will have the option to come to any of our 4 properties (Camp
Piperwood, Camp Seven Hills, Camp Timbercrest, or Camp Windy Meadows) for a day rental or an overnight/
weekend rental. While at camp, families can hike, cook their own meals, do arts and crafts, swim and boat, try their
luck with archery, or test their skill level on the ropes challenge course. Additional information about alternative
camp programming can be found on our website at gswny.org.
We want to hear from you as to the programs options you would feel comfortable in having your daughter participate
in. Please fill out our GSWNY summer camp participation interest form at bit.ly/gscamp2021 today!
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registration and info KEY BENEFITS OF GIRL Financial Assistance
Due to the uncertainty of COVID-19 we are asking all of our Don’t forget! Financial assistance is
GSWNY camp families who are interested in having their child
SCOUT SUMMER CAMP available for troop camp options. Girl
• Develop and cultivate girls’ self-identity, self-
participate in summer camp 2021, to please pre-register to Scouts of Western New York is dedicated to
worth, self-esteem, and self-respect.
reserve a spot. On May 1, 2021, the summer camp 2021 camp ensuring that all girls are able to attend camp.
• Build girls of courage, confidence, and
registration portal will re-open and families can continue with Financial assistance can now be requested
character by providing opportunities for
completing their child’s camp registration and camper profile. with online camp applications! Please indicate
girls to experience camp life on their own.
F/A when registering for your program. (No
Please visit bit.ly/gscamp2021 to register your girl online. If • Focus on the 3 keys to leadership: discover
income verification needed.)
you do not have a computer, contact Customer Care for online new skills within themselves, connect with
assistance, or submit a completed paper camp application others through team building and problem
form (both sides), and a $25 deposit to either our Rochester or solving, and take action by making things Seasonal Employment
Buffalo office (by mail, fax, or curbside pickup). better at camp and in their communities. Opportunities
• Provide a safe environment that encourages We currently have openings for summer camp
Families that pre-register their girl for camp between leadership, imagination, and acceptance counselors. If you are interested or know
January 13 and April 30, 2021, will also receive an as well as a community where girls feel less of someone who is interested in working at
exclusive GSWNY summer camp 2021 patch, available at risk. camp this summer, please visit gswny.org
through pre-registration only! to view our current positions and fill out an
• From January 13 to April 30, 2021, you will have the
Campers that Require application.
opportunity to pre-register and reserve a spot for your girl. Reasonable
Summit Express,
• You will be required to pay a refundable $25 deposit Accommodations
(deposits refundable from January 13 to April 30 The Girl Scouts of Western New York wants to Jungle Gym & Water
only) and select an option of day camp, overnight camp, provide a positive summer camp experience Trampoline at Camp
troop camp adventure, alternative camp or both. to every girl. If your child requires special
accommodations (transportation, diet, food Timbercrest
• You will have from Saturday, May 1, to Wednesday, May 5, restrictions, extra supervision, other, etc.) while Per New York Health Guidelines, girls must be
to complete your summer camp registration for your child. at camp, please contact the Director of Camp an intermediate
May 6 camp registration opens to all who are interested. Administration PRIOR to REGISTERING (yellow cap) to an advanced level (blue cap)
YOUR CHILD for camp at 1-888-837-6410 swimmer in order to participate on the
• No walk-in registrations at camp will be accepted. or summercamp@gswny.org to discuss the Summit Express, Jungle Gym and Water
possible accommodations that could safely and Trampoline. Non-swimmer/ beginner (red
• Financial aid applications can be completed with your cap) swimmers are not permitted.
reasonably be made for your child.
camp registration.
• Payment is due no later than two weeks prior to the start April 17 ◾ 12 to 3 p.m.
of camp. Taste of Camp Camp Piperwood:
• Cookie Gift Cards cannot be used on the online registration Recruitment Event 2222 Turk Hill Rd., Fairport, NY 14450
system or your deposit. They may be used toward your New to summer camp, visit us this spring April 24 ◾ 12 to 3 p.m.
camp balance or put “on account” at our camp tuck shops. to get a glimpse of what your summer camp Camp Timbercrest:
If using Cookie Gift Cards for camp balance, payment can experience will look like. Informational 11169 Moore Rd., Randolph, NY 14772
be made at any of our Girl Scout Service Centers. sessions, tours and a sampling of camp
May 1 ◾ 12 to 3 p.m.
crafts will be available. You will also have an
• All deposits and camp balances can be paid by electronic Camp Seven Hills Goodyear:
opportunity to register for summer camp 2021.
check or credit/ debit card through the online registration 10150 Olean Road (Rt 16) Holland, NY 14080
Enter your name for a chance at a free of week
system or at one of our Girl Scout service centers. of camp and other cool camp prizes.
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What is provided? PROGRAMMING MEALS TRAINING
Camp
Troop Camp Adventure Camp provides Camp provides
provides
Camp will provide boating/
Leaders Leaders no longer need Level I
archery/ropes only. Leaders
S.P. Camp provide all or Level II but must have an adult
provide the rest of their
meals certified in First Aid & CPR
programming.
Leaders Leaders no longer need Level I
Leaders provide all
Troop Camp provide all or Level II but must have an adult
programming
meals certified in First Aid & CPR
Service Unit
Service Unit provides all SUCO Training, First Aid, CPR,
SUCO Mini Day Camp provides all
programming and licensed nurse
meals
SEE PAGE 6 FOR MORE DETAILS.
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TROOP/SUCO CAMP OPTIONS GSWNY SUMMER
At GSWNY, we want to provide as many opportunities as possible for leaders and girls to experience
the great outdoors. Troop camping is a great way for leaders and their girls to experience the wonders
CAMP CHECKLIST
and excitement of the outdoors. The following troop programs are designed to provide leaders with
Camp Registration
that flexibility and freedom. Please contact Customer Care to set up your troop camp dates.
Start camp registration at gswny.org
Camp registration form done on CampDoc.com
Troop Camp Adventure Check arrival times for camp in Camp Information
Troop Camp Adventure is the perfect setting for leaders who want to take their girls troop camping Packet
without the responsibility of providing programs, meals, or having experienced/certified Payment or camp deposit ($25 per program/session)
adults. At Camp Timbercrest we deliver all of that for you! All troop leaders have to provide is the attached or payment online if using CampDoc.com
necessary child to adult supervision ratio. You and your girls can participate in as much or as little Review Camp Information Packet
programming as you choose. See pages 5-7 for program options. online at gswny.org
Financial Aid Request
S.P. Camping (Specialty Programs) Request financial aid on CampDoc.com
With S.P. camping, troops can now get the best of both worlds of troop camping and specialized
programs such as ropes course, archery and boating. Troop leaders will have the freedom of troop Health & Parent Forms on CampDoc.com
camp with the comfort of knowing that pre-determined specialty program options and times have
Health forms - Bring copies to camp
been scheduled for you and your girls. Leaders are expected to provide the necessary girl-to-adult
supervision ratio and an adult with CPR/First Aid certification. Leaders are no longer required to Parent info, emergency contacts, and insurance
have taken Troop Camp Training, but are required to comply with the Safety Activity Checkpoints Diet and activity, health history, allergies - Did you
for Camping (page 39 of the Safety Activity Checkpoints 2020, available at gswny.org). S.P. Camping notify camp?
will take place at Camp Seven Hills - Lakeside and Camp Piperwood only. See dates on back cover! Parent/guardian permission form
Medications with child or adult name in original
container
Troop Camp Medical exam form - physician uploads
Leaders can bring their girls to camp for a fun-filled outdoor adventure. Whether you rent a lodge,
Complete the required COVID-19 Health Screening
cabin, or tent unit, the opportunities that await you are endless. With troop camp, leaders provide
Form
their own programs, meals, supplies, and certified adults. Troop camping is available at our
GSWNY camp locations year-round! Schedule your date(s) today by contacting Customer Care!
Camp Payments
Camp balances are due no later than two weeks
prior to the start of camp
SUCO (service unit camp out) Day Camps
Service Units can bring their girls and leaders to camp for an exciting outdoor adventure day camp Payment can be made online on CampDoc.com,
program. How By operating a SUCO (Service Unit Camp Out) event for a maximum of four days only. by mail, or in person at any council office
This is a great way to offer fun and engaging day camp activities to your girls. If you are interested
in learning more about this fantastic opportunity to provide volunteer-run mini day camp The Week Before Camp
programs for your Service Unit please contact Janet DePetrillo, Director of Camp Administration Review camp information packet on gswny.org
for specific information (summercamp@gswny.org). Service Units can operate their mini day Check arrival times for camp in Camp Information
camp programs at Camp Windy Meadows and/or Camp Seven Hills - Lakeside or another Packet (and bus times, if applicable)
approved off-council camp site during the months of June to September 2021. Review camp packing list in the Camp Information
Packet attached or online if using CampDoc.com
SEE LAST PAGE FOR A CHART WITH ADDITIONAL DETAILS. Did you communicate with your troop camp liaison?
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Troop Camp Adventures at Camp Timbercrest
Camp Timbercrest is located on 900 acres of the Allegheny forest in Randolph, NY, and is equipped with two main lodges, yurts, hiking trails, a 31-acre lake, central
dining hall, and showerhouse. Some activities that troops can participate in are swimming, kayaking or boating, archery, horseback riding, games, and more.
TIMBERCREST TROOP CAMP ADVENTURE PROGRAMS TIMBERCREST
FOR GIRLS IN GRADES 1-3 IN FALL 2021 TROOP CAMP
ADVENTURE
PROGRAM FOR
New! Daisy/Brownie
Badge Bonanza
New! GIRLS IN GRADES
The Great Silly Scientists
Outdoors Session 2a July 11-13, 2021 Session 1a July 4-6, 2021
K-6 IN FALL 2021
Sun-Tues (2 nights)
Sun-Tues (2 nights)
Session 3a July 18-20, 2021
Sun-Tues (2 nights) Session 2b July 14-16, 2021 Session 1b July 7-9, 2021 Me and My
Wed-Fri (2 nights)
Wed-Fri (2 nights)
Session 3b July 21-23, 2021 Fee: $60 per person Favorite Gal!
Wed-Fri (2 nights) Session 5a Aug 1-3, 2021
Sun-Tues (2 nights) Session 3c:
Session 4a July 25-27, 2021 During this fast-paced program
Daisies and Brownies will earn 3 July 23-25, 2021
Sun-Tues (2 nights) Session 5b Aug 4-6, 2021 Fri-Sun (2 nights)
of their badges! Don’t worry there Wed-Fri (2nights)
Session 4b July 28-30, 2021 will be plenty of time for other cool Fee: $40 per person
Wed-Fri (2 nights) things at camp. Fee: $60 per person
Fee: $60 per person Girls bring your “favorite gal” (mom,
Girls will earn the Girl Scout Attention, little scientists! It’s time to aunt, grandmother, sister, cousin
badges: Daisy – Buddy Camper, work in the lab to make really cool or friend) to enjoy all that Camp
Discover the great outdoors at Camp
Outdoor Art Maker, and Eco and exciting science experiments. Timbercrest has to offer. Go hiking
Timbercrest by cooking over an
Learner; Brownie - Outdoor Have fun with your fellow scientists on our adventurous trails, swim
open fire, hiking the trails, pitching
Art Creator, Brownie Outdoor as you create mixtures such as in Keyser Lake, and play on our
a tent, preparing healthy snacks,
Adventure and the Brownie Eco bubbles, crystals, or rock candy. The popular, beloved, extra-cool water
plus learning and practicing the
Friend. creativity and experiments will toys. Also, make a special gift to
principals of Leave No Trace. All of
be endless. Plus enjoy swimming, take home in arts and crafts, then
the necessary skills to prepare you
campfires, and s’mores (all spend time around the campfire
for future outdoor adventures!
included). with your fellow camp friends. This
Girls will earn the Girl Scout badges: special time is yours to spend as
Girls will earn requirements
Daisy – Buddy Camper; Brownie - you and your “favorite gal” would
towards the following petal and skill
Hiker and Outdoor Adventure. like. Favorite gal must be 21 years of
builder: Daisy – Think Like a Citizen
Scientist; Brownie – Home Scientist. age or older.
Please note that participants will
be placed in a tent unit. Families
will be assigned 1 tent each. Tent
sleeps 4-5 per family.
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TIMBERCREST TROOP CAMP ADVENTURE PROGRAMS
FOR GIRLS IN GRADES 4-6 IN FALL 2021
New! New!
The Timbercrest GIRL Tough
Tie-Dye Takeover Session 4a July 25-27, 2021
Sun-Tues (2 nights)
Session 3a July 18-20, 2021
Sun-Tues (2 nights) Session 4b July 28-30, 2021
Wed-Fri (2 nights)
Session 3b July 21-23, 2021
Wed-Fri (2nights) Hooray for Skills Fee: $60 per person
Session 5a Aug 1-3, 2021 and Chills! Take your camp experience to
Sun-Tues (2 nights) the next level! Create your very
Session 2a July11-13, 2021
Fee: $60 per person Sun-Tues (2 nights) own challenging outdoor obstacle
course and compete with your
When you think of tie-dyeing Session 2b July 14-16, 2021 fellow campmates in the annual Just the Junior/
something what comes to mind? Wed-Fri (2 nights) Timbercrest mud challenge. Will you
Maybe t-shirts, socks, or even a win the Tough Mudder Award?
Cadette Basics
Session 5b Aug 4-6, 2021
pillowcase. The possibilities are Wed-Fri (2 nights) Session 3c July 23-25, 2021
endless; you just have to use your Girls will earn the Girl Scout Badges: Fri-Sun (2 nights)
imagination. Bring cotton items with Fee: $60 per person Junior - Camper; Cadette –
Trailblazing. Fee: $40 per person
you that you would like to tie-dye
Spend your time at camp practicing
and watch your creativity come to Come to Timbercrest with your
your outdoor skills. How fast can you
life. Swimming and all of the other troop friends and try your hand at
pitch a tent? What about making and
great activities are all included. a little bit of everything that general
starting your own campfire? Can you
create your own shelter with natural camp has to offer. Activities such
material? This program will help as swimming, boating, arts & crafts,
introduce you and prepare you for hiking, games, and so much more
our famous annual Skills and Chills are waiting for you to explore and
event. Swimming and all of the other enjoy. See you at camp!
great activities of camp are also
included.
Girls will earn the Girl Scout badges:
Junior - Eco Camper; Cadette – Eco
Trekker.
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TIMBERCREST TROOP CAMP ADVENTURE PROGRAMS TIMBERCREST TROOP
FOR GIRLS IN GRADES 4-6 IN FALL 2021 (CONTINUED) CAMP ADVENTURE
PROGRAM FOR GIRLS
Clue IN GRADES 6-12 IN
Session 1a July 4-6, 2021 FALL 2021
Sun-Tues (2 nights)
Session 1b July 7-9, 2021
Wed-Fri (2 nights) Aim High for Silver
Fee: $60 per person and Gold!
Was it Professor Plum in the library with a Session 3c July 23-25, 2021
candlestick? Or the Waterfront Director in the Fri-Sun (2 nights)
dining hall with a canoe paddle? A mystery at Fee: $40 per person
Camp Timbercrest has occurred and it’s up to
you and your friends to figure it out. Open your Spend your time having the best of
own Camp Timbercrest detective agency and both worlds earning leadership hours
interview witnesses, analyze clues, and solve and having fun at camp. Earn your
the case. All of the other great activities at Camp High Awards training for Silver and/or
Timbercrest are also included. Gold, complete the Think Like a Citizen
Scientist Journey and Take Action
Girls will earn the Girl Scout Badges: Junior – project, and also enjoy the splendors of
Detective; Cadette – Special Agent. Timbercrest such as swimming, boating,
crafts, and more. Juliette (independent)
Girl Scouts encourage to attend with adult
supervision.
Girls will earn the Girl Scout badges:
Citizen Scientist and Take Action Badge.
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Troop Camping or SUCO Day Camp For girls in grades K-12
Contact customer care to set up your camping date.
Troop camping is available at our GSWNY camp locations year-round! Service Units can operate their mini day camp programs at Camp Windy Meadows and/or
Camp Seven Hills - Lakeside or another approved off-council camp site during the months of June to September 2021.
Troop Camping/SUCO Day Camp
at Camp Windy Meadows
Less than 25 miles from the splendor of Niagara Falls, Camp Windy Meadows,
located in Cambria, NY, offers a variety of camp sites and facilities. It is a rustic
setting that encompasses over 39 acres of trails, meadows, program areas and
sleeping lodge. With lush forest land and wide open fields, Camp Windy Meadows is
the perfect place to cozy up to a camp fire or run wild and free.
Troop camping/SUCO Day Camp
at Camp Seven Hills Lakeside
Camp Seven Hills is located in Holland, NY, and encompasses
approximately 620 acres of woodland paths, sunny meadows, ponds,
streams and hills. The lakeside facility includes a lake, central dining
hall, infirmary, shower house, lodges, cabins, platform tent units and
an archery area. Camp Seven Hills Lakeside is the ideal setting for
girls and adults to experience an authentic troop camp program.
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PLEASE NOTE: These programs are not Troop Camp Adventures programs. Please consult the “What is Required/Provided” chart on page 4.
Girls in Grades K-12
S.P. Camping at
Camp Seven Hills Lakeside
Session 2: July 16-18, Fri-Sun (2 nights)
Session 4: July 28- 30, Wed-Fri (2 nights)
Fee: $35 per person
Camp Seven Hills is located in Holland, New York and encompasses
approximately 620 acres of woodland paths, sunny meadows, ponds,
streams and hills. The lakeside facility includes a lake, central dining
hall, infirmary, shower house, lodges, cabins, platform tent units and an
archery area. Camp Seven Hills Lakeside is the ideal setting for
girls and adults to experience an authentic troop camp program. Campers
& adults will have to walk to the boating area from the troop lodge.
Activities include: Archery and Boating
Girls in Grades K-12
S.P. Camping at Camp Piperwood
Session 4: July 23-25, Fri-Sun (2 nights)
Session 5: July 30 to August 1, Fri-Sun (2 nights)
Fee: $45 per person
Camp Piperwood consists of 66 acres with housing options consisting of two
lodges and two A-Frame tent units. Pavilions, vast hiking trails,
a state-of-the-art splash pad, archery area, and open fields makes Camp
Piperwood a great option for troop camping. Campers & adults will have to
walk to the archery and ropes course area from the tent unit.
Activities include: Archery and Ropes Challenge Course
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