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- D i a m o n ds
Girl Scouts n ce • 2019
of E x ce l l e
Camps
Fi n d Y o u r
Call i ng ! Join us at our
FREE Open Houses!
Cahinnio: Sat. March 30, 1-4 pm or Sun. June 1, 1-4 pm
Crossed Arrows: Sun. March 31, 1–4 pm or Sun. June 1, 1-4 pm
In this guide... In March: meet the camp directors and tour camper housing options and
other facilities. In June: meet our camp counselors and try camp for a day,
4 Our Camps of Excellence including archery, canoeing, hiking and more! All camp-age girls attending
6 Camp Quick Guide either date will be entered into a drawing to win a free week* of resident
camp. Please wear socks, closed toe shoes, bug spray and sunblock and
8 Camp Life come ready for fun!
10 Camp Cahinnio
17 Camp Crossed Arrows Questions? Call 800-632-6894 or email us at:
22 Leadership Camp Sessions
23 Registration Details
24 Cookies and Care Packages
26 Financial Details
27 Planning Calendar
29 Volunteer and Employment
Opportunities
30 Camperships
*One free session of camp valued at $275, to be applied to session costs only (cannot be applied
to incidental costs, such as camp care package, trading post deposit, etc.). One drawing to take
place at each camp location - prize is valid at that camp location only. Names will be entered at
both March and June Open House events, and drawing will take place at each camp location on
June 3. With sessions costing more than $275, the difference is the responsibility of the registering
party. Winners may receive a reimbursement up to $275 for session costs, if already registered
prior to the drawing. Prize cannot be shared or given to another camper. Children of council staff
members are not eligible.
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O Camps Camp Cahinnio Living Units
Look for the housing icons next to our sessions!
Broken Arrow: Girls live in climate controlled cabins, each
Girl Scouts - Diamonds Camps of Excellence provide a accommodating six campers. Camp counselors stay in the cabin
located centrally within the unit. The unit bathhouse is situated
safe, fun and beautiful space for girls to be empowered
close by, with modern bathroom facilities including hot showers.
to seek challenges, develop their independence, make
meaningful connections with peers and learn and Tipi: Girls live in large canvas tents atop wooden platforms, each
thrive in the outdoors. accommodating four campers. Camp counselors stay in the
centrally located platform tent within the unit. Latrines are located
within the unit, and a bathhouse with modern bathroom facilities
including hot showers is located a short hike away.
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Outpost: Girls can enjoy traditional camping in pitched tents that
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Booneville, AR girls also get an overnight in the Hammock Village!
Tree House: This unique unit is an elevated cabin with two sleeping
rooms located in central camp, near the lakefront. Each room
sleeps six girls. The camp pool house serves as the unit bathhouse.
Camp Crossed Arrows Living Units
Camp Cahinnio is nestled on nearly 400 acres of woodlands near Look for the housing icons next to our sessions!
Booneville in west central Arkansas and includes 23-acre Lake Takima, Eagle’s Nest: This indoor unit features bunk beds and sleeps up
swimming pool, archery and BB gun range, crafts pavilion, hiking trails, to 20 campers and four camp counselors. The unit is climate
air-conditioned dining hall and four separate living units for campers. controlled, with two indoor bathrooms, including hot showers.
Camp Cahinnio is known for its watersports, for those who love to boat
and swim! Lake Takima is a great place for campers to practice canoe Cherokee: Girls live in screened cabins that accommodate four
skills and try their hand at sailing. campers each. Camp counselors stay in the cabin located in the
middle of the unit. The unit bathhouse, with modern bathroom
Camp Crossed Arrows is hidden away in the Ozark hills between Searcy facilities including hot showers, is centrally located.
and Batesville. The camp’s 400 acres host a swimming pool, arts and
crafts area that doubles as an underground shelter, natural rock climbing, Osage: Girls live in screened cabins that accommodate four
canoeing on Salado Creek, hiking trails, archery, BB guns and slingshots, campers each. Camp counselors stay in the cabin located in the
dining hall and three living units. CCA is also home to the council’s middle of the unit. The unit bathhouse, with modern bathroom
Horsemanship Program. facilities including hot showers, is centrally located.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who may attend Camp Cahinnio and Camp Crossed Arrows?
Any girl entering grades 1-12 in fall of 2019! If the camper is not currently a Girl
Scout but has been before, an additional $25 will be added to the camp fee,
registering camper as a Girl Scout until Sept. 30, 2019. If the camper is new
to Girl Scouts, an additional $35 will be added to the camp fee, registering the
camper as a Girl Scout until Sept. 20, 2020. Membership fee is non-refundable.
How will I receive information once I register for camp?
Summer Camp Activities You will receive an email receipt containing a link to a camper information
Camp Camp Crossed Entering Entering Entering Entering packet, including a packing list, forms (including health history), and driving
Cahinnio Arrows 1st Grade+ 2nd Grade+ 4th Grade+ 6th Grade+ directions. Packets are also available at www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/camp.
Archery
What is the deadline to register for camp?
Arts and Crafts
BB Guns
Camp registration opens Feb. 18, is FIRST come, FIRST served, and remains
Canoeing
open until all spaces are full. Please note that some sessions, especially
Hiking
horse sessions, fill quicker than others. Early registration is best! Second
Horseback
Round Registration opens April 16: Interested in a session, but it's already
Riding full? Place your camper on a waiting list for your top choice and enroll in a
Kayaking second session option. Those on waitlists will be notified on April 16 if their
Knife Throwing first choice is now available. If you register for another session (in addition to
Off-site Trips a waitlist), you may then transfer all fees to the waitlisted session if a spot is
Rock Climbing open and you choose to transfer.
Tomahawk
Throwing Is there a deadline for campership financial assistance?
Sailing Yes: May 1. Applying early is highly encouraged. For complete details on
Slingshots campership financial assistance, please flip to page 30.
Stand Up Who will be supervising my camper?
Paddle Boarding
Camp staff members are enthusiastic, talented and caring adults, selected
STEAM
based on experience, ability to serve as role models and their genuine desire
Swimming
to work with children. Many have strong Girl Scout backgrounds. Ratio of
staff to girls varies with girls' ages. Younger girls have the greatest ratio of
Camper Housing Options counselors to campers. There are always two or more adults with each group.
Camp Cahinnio Camp Crossed Arrows What training does camp staff receive?
Broken Arrow Tipi Outpost Tree House Eagle’s Nest Cherokee Osage The camp staff receives eight days of extensive on-site training prior to
Air the arrival of campers. Training includes First Aid and CPR, safety and risk
Conditioning management, emergency response, activity programming and outdoor skills,
Electricity
how to deal with bullying and homesickness, and much more. Staff who
Fans
supervise specialized activities have additional training and qualifications.
Modern
Showers
For more FAQs on staff training, meals, health care, weather and
Outhouse
more, visit our website at www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/camp.
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Life An average day at camp?
No such thing! But here's a
When girls come to camp, they do more than just have fun!
Our camp programming is designed to help girls grow and
benefit through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience:
5 Girl Scout Outcomes
Girls have confidence in
themselves and their abilities
Examples at Camp
Girls are encouraged to try new activities and
practice their skills. Girls have the freedom to
little idea of what to expect: and form positive identities. choose extra activity rotations to add to their
daily schedule.
7:15 am Rise and Shine!
8 am Flag Raising Ceremony Girls take appropriate risks, Our staff instructors are trained to supervise
8:15 am Breakfast try things even if they might their specialty area and engage girls in healthy
9 am-noon Morning Activity Rotations - Mornings are spent on campers' fail, and learn from mistakes. risk taking. Girls can try “challenge by choice”
chosen themed sessions (various weekly themes are available in an encouraging, uplifting environment.
to each age group at each property - read on in this guide to
discover more!), as well as a daily Red Cross swim lesson. Girls develop and maintain In a group living setting, conflict can happen.
12 pm Lunch healthy relationships by When it does, our trained counselors discuss
1 pm Turtle Time - Relax in your living space with new friends. communicating their feelings any disagreements with girls and help them
2-6 pm Afternoon Activity Rotations - Afternoons are all about CHOICE! directly and resolving to solve their conflict constructively.
From arts and crafts to boating, hiking, STEM projects, conflicts constructively.
creative writing, fire building...camp has something
for every girl! Girls desire to contribute As a part of our group living environment,
6 pm Flag Retiring Ceremony to the world in purposeful girls create their own rules for their groups
6:15 pm Dinner and meaningful ways, learn with the guidance of our counselors.
7 pm All-Camp Activity - This may be a dance or how to identify problems in
pool party, talent show or team game. the community, and create
8 pm Showers “action plans” to solve them.
10 pm Lights Out!
Girls act ethically, honestly, We recite the Girl Scout Promise each
and responsibly, and show morning at flag ceremony and ask girls to
concern for others. consider the Law during conflicts. Girls learn
to share responsibility in keeping their living
area clean and assisting in cleaning areas
shared by all camp during daily "kapers".
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Betony "Freedom" Maringer, Camp Director
Betony joined Girl Scouts as a Brownie. As she grew,
Camp NOARK became her summer home. Later, she
was fortunate to experience the diversity of Girl
Scout camps in three different states. Betony studied
outdoor recreation at the University of Arkansas and
agri-ecology at Prescott College in Arizona. Betony
was thrilled to bring her adventures full circle and
come back home to Arkansas in 2016 to begin making
magic with her fellow Girl Scouts at Camp Cahinnio!
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Camp Cahinnio Troop & Family Camps Camp Cahinnio Sessions: Girls Entering 4th-5th Grade
Enjoy a weekend with your favorite campers! Adults may register multiple Triple Crown: Calling all Go-Getters! Choose from our curated selection of
campers entering 1st-12th grade. Check-in for all troop/family camps is 7:30 badges and earn three at camp! Need more fun? Swim, cookout, hike, craft
p.m. Friday, check-out 10 a.m. Sunday. All adults must be 18 years+ and have a and sing too! June 23-28, $275
current background check on file with the council. Adults may sleep in separate,
Cabin in the Woods: Make your cabin a home for three days! Swim, play in
but close quarters. Camp staff members will assist with supervision of girls.
the lake, make cool crafts, cook out, practice target sports, hike and more
Just the Two of Us: Grab your favorite adult female role model and have a with your new friends. A half week is a whole lot of fun! June 26-28, $140
blast at camp! Choose from our cabins, platform tents or hammocks by the
Cabin Camp Out: Have fun all day and sleep in climate-controlled cabins
lake as your lodging and spend Saturday doing what you choose. Activities
at night! Swim, cook-out, practice archery, swim and more! July 7-12 $275
include archery, arts and crafts, canoes, kayaks, swimming, campfire, hiking,
singing and more! Adult Girl Scout membership not required.
Camp Cahinnio Sessions: Girls Entering 4th-6th Grade
June 7-9, $80 per person
Tipi Extreme: Enthusiastic beginners and returners welcome! First, master
Troop Camp: Troops come all: big and small! Choose from climate-controlled outdoor survival challenges. Then, after a weekend of boating, archery and
cabins, platform tents or hammocks by the lake. Summer camp staff will creating a low ropes course, learn to cook outdoors and thrive on the trail!
provide programing, age appropriate cookouts, hiking, swimming, lake time, June 9-21 (two non-stop weeks), $475
target sports, crafts, singing and more. Venture Out II is not required; Adult
All About That Taste: Explore foods from around the world. Cook over a fire
Girl Scout membership is required. June 28-30, $80 per person
and experiment with solar cooking. Create a new recipe and serve it up in
Family Camp: Bring the family! We provide food and fun while you swim, your very own food truck during our Cahinnio Faire! July 7-12, $275
canoe, hike, stargaze, make art and bond together. Choose from climate-
Lake Takima Explorers: Which boat is best: canoe, kayak or stand-up
controlled cabins, platform tents or hammocks. Adult Girl Scout membership
paddleboard? Sail with us and find out! Plan a floating breakfast, create a
not required. Children under 4 are free. July 5-7, $80 per person
challenge course and join in all camp has to offer! Previous boating experience
not required, but ability to swim in deep water is. June 23-28, $275
Camp Cahinnio Sessions: Girls Entering 1st-3rd Grade
Fairy Frolic: Search for fairies and frolic in the pool! Sing, dance and make Camp Cahinnio Sessions: Girls Entering 6th-8th Grade
a fairy skirt! What else can you do in a half week of fun? Hike, paddle in the Mural Makers: Tour the thriving mural scene in downtown Fort Smith and
lake, find breakfast in the “jungle” and make new friends! June 23-25, $140 bring your inspiration back to camp. Create a large-scale mural with your
friends and a small-scale artwork to take home. June 9-14, $300
Camp Cahinnio Sessions: Girls Entering 2nd-3rd Grade Outpost Extreme: Build your own back country escape! Learn to hammock,
lash furnishings, water purification and navigation skills. Take on a day trip to
Mermaid Mania: Plan a Mermaid Pool Party and practice your underwater the destination you choose together. Try new cooking methods and hang out
dance skills. Explore the lake in Fun-oo boots. There’s fun to be had on land at camp and in the lake (Outpost). June 9-21 (two non-stop weeks), $475
as well: singing, cookout, hiking and creating! June 9-14, $275
CSA Camp Sampler: Do it all by day and sleep in our climate-controlled
Slime Time: Get messy making a new slime recipe each day, including glow cabins at night (Broken Arrow). Swimming, kayaking, hiking, archery, knife
slime and edible slime. Have fun with all of camp's adventures when you throwing, art, cookouts and more! June 17-21, $275
cook out, swim, practice target sports, hike and more. June 17-21, $275
Eco Trekker: Learn to minimize your impact on the environment while
Brownie Camp Sampler: Try it all with your Brownie friends! Swim, Fun-oo, planning an outdoor trek. Practice Leave No Trace skills and hit the trail on
make cool crafts, cook out, sing and more! First time and return campers will a day trip! Sleep in a hammock or pitch a tent (Outpost) and earn your Eco
find fun this week! June 23-28, $275 Trekker Badge. Traditional camp activities included! June 23-28, $325
Water Park Expedition: Hit the road and spend two days at local water
parks. Spend your nights at camp stargazing, night canoeing and sleeping
in climate-controlled cabins (Broken Arrow). Hiking, target sports, lake time,
crafts and more are all part of the fun. July 7-12, $375
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Camp Cahinnio Sessions: Girls Entering 7th-12th Grade
River Runners: Practice canoeing skills at camp in preparation for a Top Camp Tips:
three-day, two-night canoeing trip along one of Arkansas’ scenic rivers. • Mail can be dropped off at check-in. You can even leave a letter for each day!
Prerequisites: Canoe level 1 or equivalent and the ability to swim unassisted If you prefer to mail letters, make sure you mail at least two days ahead.
in deep water. Swimming requirements strictly enforced. Contact us for
equivalent experience level. June 9-21 (two non-stop weeks), $475
• Campers should pack under parent supervision. Make sure she knows what
she has and where! Also, know campers will re-pack their own bags.
Kayak Crew: Participate in our kayak rodeo and learn how to safely • Please let us know if your camper regularly wets the bed, so we are prepared
assist your fellow team mates on Lake Takima. Plan a day trip to a to change the sheets and wash bedding/clothing while girls are out of their
local waterway or lake and explore new waters. Paddling skills will be living area. We do this very discreetly so other girls won’t know about it.
taught, and the trip will be catered to the ability of the campers. Ability
to swim in deep water is required. June 23-28, $325
• Send pre-addressed and stamped envelopes. Postcards work, too!
• There are no snacks or sodas for sale in the trading post.
Camp Aide: Practice your leadership skills! Select an area at camp you
would like to learn more about and assist a group of campers by leading • Bring separate towels for swimming and showering.
specific activities. You will also enjoy swimming and general camp • Sisters don’t always make the best buddies!
activities (Cadettes will work on the Program Aide pin). July 5-7, $80 • All campers need a backpack or day bag to carry their gear to their daily
Sail Away: Catch a breeze on Lake Takima while you learn the ropes and activities. Avoid bags with string straps – they can dig into shoulders.
master the winds! We’ve got plenty of other ways to play on the water too, • If possible, avoid major medication changes before your camper's session.
including stand up paddle board and kayak time. Boating experience is not
necessary, but ability to swim in deep water is required. July 7-12, $275
• Do not send cell phones. They will be kept in the camp office upon discovery.
Arkansas Bucket List: Take the ultimate road trip! Hike to a
• We understand your camper may have two buddies she wants to camp with,
but due to our even-numbered sets of bunks in housing options, this always
waterfall, stay overnight in a state park, dig for crystals and try stand
leaves one girl out. We allow two or four buddies, but will not accommodate
up paddle boarding along with cookouts and campfires. July 7-12, $375
buddy requests of three girls. This is for the inclusion of ALL campers.
• Put your camper’s name on everything!
Camp Cahinnio Sessions: Girls Entering 10th-12th Grade
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) 1: Flip to page 22 for Leadership Sessions!
Camp Cahinnio: June 23-30 AND July 5-12, $325
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) 2: Flip to page 22 for Leadership Sessions!
Note: dates include an off weekend where girls will return home.
Camp Cahinnio: June 9-21 AND June 23-30, $425
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Linda "Nike" Archer, Camp Director
Linda has been a Girl Scout since grade
school and attended Camp Cahinnio from the
early 1990s through her college years. Linda
attributes much of her character and life
skills to camp! She has been a camper,
counselor, lifeguard and became the Camp
Director at Camp Crossed Arrows in 2012.
She can’t imagine a more fulfilling career!
Want more camp? Linger Longer with us!
Girls entering 4th grade and up can stay
until Sunday by choosing to "Linger Longer"
after their session. Even better, choose a
consecutive session to create a non-stop,
two-week experience and receive a $75
discount. Offered on select weekends only.
Look for the Linger Longer Weekend icon by
eligible camp sessions!
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Camp Crossed Arrows Troop & Family Camps Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering 4th-6th Grade
Enjoy a weekend with your favorite campers! Adults may register multiple On Target: Hit the target with this week of games, challenges and camp
campers entering 1st-12th grade. Check-in for all troop/family camps is 7:30 fun! Earn the Bullseye patch when you perfect your aim game. Enjoy themed
p.m. Friday, check-out 10 a.m. Sunday. All adults must be 18 years+ and have a hikes, crafts and other activities with new friends! June 16-21, $275
current background check on file with the council. Adults may sleep in separate,
but close quarters. Camp staff members will assist with supervision of girls. Camp Together: Sample the world of summer camp! Swim, canoe, make
cool crafts, cook out, sing silly songs and more. Jump right in with new and
Just Us Girls: Join your favorite girl and make memories! Share activities, returning campers for a best-ever week at camp. Housing differs depending
such as arts and crafts, long strolls around camp, canoeing and archery, too. on dates chosen. Session A (Cherokee): June 9-14, $275
Plus, enjoy a special activity designed for girls of all ages! Adult Girl Scout Session B (Eagle's Nest): July 14-19, $275
membership is not required. June 7-9, $80 per person Night Owls: What happens at camp when the sun goes down? That’s up
Family Camp: Experience camp together! Write your summer story as you to you! Join other girls in planning a night swim, enjoying night hikes and
enjoy canoeing, archery, crafts, hiking and more. Adult Girl Scout membership learning about the stars. You may even find yourself in the middle of a
is not required. Children 4 and under are free. June 21-23, $80 per person midnight kitchen raid! July 14-19, $275
My Buddy & Me: Come explore camp with your favorite male role model! Makerspace & More: Create, invent, build, and learn! Improve your project
Enjoy traditional camp activities, such as archery, canoeing and hiking. Adult or create something new each day you visit with our camp makers and
Girl Scout membership not required. June 21-23, $80 per person mentors. While you’re at it, join in on everything camp offers, including
canoeing, horses, archery and more! June 23-28, $275
3...2...1...Troop Camp! Want to take the troop camping but not ready to go
alone? Bring the girls and we do the rest! Sample traditional activities as The Journey Begins: Come to camp to explore the new Girl Scout badges
a group including canoeing, arts and crafts, archery and more. Sing songs and Journeys! As a group, pick your project and help make camp (and the
and enjoy a traditional campfire. Troops must meet girl:adult ratios listed in world) a better place! Girls attending this session will earn their Citizen
Volunteer Essentials. All adults must be registered Girl Scouts. Venture Out II Science Journey and an outdoor badge. (Eagle’s Nest) June 16-21, $275
is NOT required. June 28-30, $80 per person Ready, Set, Ride: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions!
June 9-14, $325
NEW! Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering K-1st Grade
Ultimate Camp Challenge: Climb President’s Rock, crawl through the
Daisy Day at Camp: Daisies, soon-to-be Daisies, and parents: enjoy a
mud, race across the field, and build the tallest fire. At this Ultimate Camp
day full of camp activities including horseback riding, canoeing (weather
Challenge, you have to be ready for anything! June 23-28, $275
permitting) and crafts. Finish your day with an early evening campfire, and of
course, S’mores! Saturday, June 22, 10:00am to 6:30pm, $20 per person Summer Camp Sampler: Want a short adventure? Sampler is the camp for
you! Participate in activities such as archery, swimming, canoeing and more
Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering 1st-3rd Grade in a three-day, two-night adventure! June 30-July 2, $140
Slumber Party at Camp: Join girls from around the council for a three-day, Atlantis Awaits: What’s better than the pool after a long, hot day? Starting your
two-night camp experience! Enjoy canoeing, hiking, horses and more. Play morning there, too! Enjoy early morning swims, creek exploration by kayak and
games and create crafts all while having fun! June 30-July 2, $140 on foot and moonlit pool parties. A world of water awaits! July 7-12, $275
Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering 2nd-3rd Grade
Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering 5th-6th Grade
Western Round-Up: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions! Saddle Up: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions!
Session A: June 9-14, Session B: June 23-28, $275 Session A: June 16-21, Session B: July 7-12, $350
Water Tales: Splash around at camp! Enjoy extended pool time, discover the Tenderfoot: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions!
science of Salado Creek and enjoy a night swim all while staying with your Session A: July 7-12, Session B: July 14-19, $350
friends in the Eagle’s Nest! July 7-12, $275
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Moonlight Madness: Experience camp after the sun goes down. Gaze at The Camp Crossed Arrows Horsemanship Program gives girls of all ages and
the sky while floating in canoes, swim in the moonlight and look through a abilities a chance to ride and care for horses in a safe, fun and challenging
telescope. Stay up late and choose your own adventure! July 14-19, $275 way! If you’re ready to saddle up and ride, and participate in other traditional
camp activities, check out sessions offered for your age group below.
Challenge Seekers: Challenge yourself on the ground, in the air and on
the water. Try a Discover SCUBA lesson, enjoy a kayak tour on an Arkansas Parents: Girls are placed into our program based on age AND ability. Please
waterway and join other girls on a high adventure ropes course. Girls will refer first to entering grade levels, and then select a Riding Level within the
travel off-site for these adventures. June 16-28 (two non-stop weeks) $475 age group. Beginning, young or nervous riders start at Level 1 and
will ride at least twice during their session (riders with experience
Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering 7th-12th Grade outside our program, contact us directly to be placed into a level). As
riders progress, we offer more lesson time and introduce new skills. All riders
Expedition Arkansas: Practice your kayaking skills at camp before venturing will leave with a Riding Progress Report showing their accomplishments and
out to experience some of Arkansas’ water trails. Explore bayous and lakes exiting Riding Level. Girls aren’t guaranteed to move up in level each year. We
on a two-day trip out of camp. June 9-14, $375 teach riding from the “ground up” rather than “saddle down” and a portion of
Saddle Sense: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions! each lesson (lessons include 1-2 hours of time at the barn) is spent on barn
June 9-14, $350 chores because we feel it’s important for girls to accept responsibility for
caring for their horses.
Trailblazer: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions!
July 7-19 (two non-stop weeks) $475 Girls enrolled in camp sessions at CCA that are not a part of the
Horsemanship Program will each have the opportunity to choose
Water Warriors: Do you have what it takes to complete a water horseback riding as a one-time elective activity only.
triathlon (swimming, canoeing and kayaking)? Interested in
lifeguarding? Tour a local water park, interview staff and explore other Entering 2nd-3rd Grade
water-related careers. Basic swimming skills required. July 7-12, $300 Level 1 – Western Round-Up (Session A: June 9-14, Session B: June 23-28) $275
Entering 4th-5th Grade
Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering 9th-12th Grade Level 1 – Ready, Set, Ride! (June 9-14) $325
Adventure Quest: Seeking a little adventure? Try a Discover SCUBA lesson, Entering 5th-6th Grade
enjoy a kayak tour, climb to new heights at a premier climbing destination Level 1 – Saddle Up ( Session A: June 16-21, Session B: July 7-12) $350
and swing from the treetops on a high ropes adventure on multiple trips Level 2 – Tenderfoot ( Session A: July 7-12, Session B: July 14-19) $350
away from camp. July 7-19 (two non-stop weeks) $525 Entering 7th-12th Grade
Wrangler: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions! ALL LEVELS - No experience required – Ride with Style (July 16-21) $325
June 16-28 (two non-stop weeks) $550 Level 1 or Level 2 – Saddle Sense (June 9-14) $350
Advanced Wrangler: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions! Level 3 – Trailblazer (July 7-19, two non-stop weeks) $475
June 16-28 (two non-stop weeks) $550 Level 4 – Wrangler (June 16-28, two non-stop weeks) $550
Level 5 – Advanced Wrangler (June 16-28, 2 non-stop weeks) $550
Ride with Style: Flip to page 21 for Horsemanship Sessions!
June 16-21, $325
Crossed Arrows Sessions: Girls Entering 10th-12th Grade
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) 2: Flip to page 22 for Leadership Sessions!
Note: dates include an off weekend where girls will return home.
June 9-14 AND June 16-30, $425
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) 1: Flip to page 22 for Leadership Sessions!
July 7-19 (two non-stop weeks) $325
20 21Girl Scouts - Diamonds Leadership Camps Camp is calling...won't you join us?
For Girls Entering 7th-12th Grades 1. FIRST ROUND REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18.
Leadership development is the essence of Girl Scouts. Girls can discover Session spaces are limited and fill on a first come, first served basis.
who they are as a leader, learn the skills to be successful and then apply this Waitlists are offered (see more info below) Register online at www.
in the outdoor environment. These opportunities are a valuable foundation girlscoutsdiamonds.org/camp to reserve your spot for instant email
for future experiences both in and out of camp. confirmation of enrollment! If needed, paper forms are available at the
Camp Aides (For Girls Entering 7th-10th Grades): Practice your website listed above.
leadership skills! Select an area at camp you would like to learn more
about and assist a group of campers by leading specific activities. You 2. Second Round Registration opens April 16: Interested in a session, but
will also enjoy swimming and general camp activities (Cadettes will work it's already full? Place your camper on a waiting list for your top choice and
on the Program Aide pin). enroll in a second session option. Those on waitlists will be notified on April
Camp Cahinnio: July 5-7 $80 16 if their first choice is now available. If you register for another session (in
addition to a waitlist), you may then transfer all fees to the waitlisted session
Counselor in Training (CIT) 1 (For Girls Entering 11th-12th Grades): Girls if a spot is open and you choose to transfer.
will establish leadership and outdoor skills and learn the ropes of camp
and working with children. CIT1s will work as a team to discover individual 3. Confirmation is sent automatically via email upon enrollment. This
abilities as leaders, analyze campers and their needs and experience camp email contains important information (links to required forms, packing list,
life. CIT1s will have opportunities to lead activities, shadow counselors and directions, etc.) about your camper’s session.
to visit another camp.
Camp Cahinnio: June 23-30 AND July 5-12, $325 $325 4. Final payment of all camp fees is due 14 days prior to the beginning
Camp Crossed Arrows: July 7 – 19 (two non-stop weeks) $325 of the camp session.
Counselor in Training (CIT) 2 (For Girls Entering 12th Grade): CIT2 is a
culmination of leadership development and outdoor skills. Girls will apply
these skills to the world of resident camp. CIT2s will first review previous
training, learn about new topics and study program areas in-depth. CIT2s
will visit another summer camp in the area.
Prerequisite: Completion of CIT1
Note: dates include off time where girls will return home.
Camp Cahinnio: June 9-21 AND June 23-30 $425
Camp Crossed Arrows: June 9 – 14 AND June 16 - 30 $425
Upon completion of CIT2, successful campers will be invited to volunteer
at camp for the remainder of the summer. This opportunity is limited to a
small number of CIT2 candidates and is not required to be considered for
future employment opportunities.
22 23Cookies to Camp
Girl Scouts - Diamonds encourages girls to participate in the Cookie Program Camp Care Packages
to assist in covering camp fees. We also offer a Campership financial Do you hear that? Camp is calling and Girl Scouts – Diamonds shops are
assistance program (see details on page 30). Girls can earn Diamonds excited to team up with our resident camps to offer Camp Care Packages
Dollars (formerly known as Cookie Bucks) at each level of boxes sold (see for your special camper!
below). Diamonds Dollars earned at each level are cumulative.
• Something to cuddle
Cookies Sold Diamonds Dollars Earned • Something to illuminate the night
200+ Boxes $10 • Something to document memories
• Something to mail home
300+ Boxes $10 • And more!
400+ Boxes $15
500+ Boxes $20 Camp Care Packages are one more way to support her next adventure.
Order your Camp Care Package today and camp staff
600+ Boxes $25 will take care of the surprise delivery at camp!
750+ Boxes $35 $45 per package
Orders must be received by Friday, April 26, 2019.
1000+ Boxes $50 Supplies are limited - order early! Bag image design is subject to change.
1250+ Boxes $75
1500+ Boxes $100
2019+ Boxes $275 Camp Voucher!*
Total $340 + $275 Camp Voucher
There are two kinds of Diamonds Dollars to choose during reward selection:
Traditional Diamonds Dollars
These Diamonds Dollars can be used within Girl Scouts – Diamonds Council
for camp, council-sponsored events, annual membership dues, council
travel and brick and mortar council shop purchases.
Online Only Diamonds Dollars
Please note, Online Only Diamonds Dollars can only be used to make online
shop purchases at www.girlscoutshop.com and are not eligible for camp
fees, trading post merchandise or care package purchases.
All Diamonds Dollars earned in the 2019 Membership Year expire June 30, 2020.
*Camp Voucher valid only at summer resident camp sessions at Camp Cahinnio or
Camp Crossed Arrows.
24 25Entering Number
Camp Cahinnio Sessions Grade of Days Price Housing
ALL
June
9-14 June 9-21 7-9
Just the Two of Us 2 $80
+ Adult
Tipi Extreme 4-6 12 $475
Outpost Extreme 6-8 12 $475
River Runners 7-12 12 $475
Mermaid Mania 2-3 5 $275
June
Deposits and Fees Mural Makers 6-8 5 $300
A $50 non-refundable deposit per session is due with each registration Slime Time 2-3 5 $275
23-25 17-21
June June
(deposits may be transferred to a “Second Round Registration” session). The
deposit serves as the first payment of the total camp fee. Deposits may
CSA Camp Sampler 6-8 5 $275
be made online, check, cash or money order. Diamonds Dollars cannot be
accepted for the deposit. All remaining fees must be paid a minimum of two Fairy Frolic 1-3 2 $140
weeks prior to start of camp session. If the camper is not currently a Girl
Scout but has been before, an additional $25 will be added to the camp fee, Brownie Camp Sampler 2-3 5 $275
June 23-28
registering camper as a Girl Scout until Sept. 30, 2019. If the camper is new Triple Crown 4-5 5 $275
to Girl Scouts, an additional $35 will be added to the camp fee, registering the Lake Takima Explorers 4-6 5 $275
camper as a Girl Scout until Sept. 20, 2020. Membership fee is non-refundable.
Eco Trekker 6-8 5 $325
Refund Policy Kayak Crew 7-12 5 $325
Refund of camp fees, including Diamonds Dollars, (excluding $50 deposit
28-30 26-28
June June
and membership fee) will be given for cancellations up to 14 days prior to a
Cabin in the Woods 4-5 2 $140
session's start date. Cancellations made less than 14 days prior will receive a
refund (excluding the deposit) only if accompanied by a doctor’s statement
of illness. Camper fees will not be refunded if a camper leaves camp due to Troop Camp ALL 2 $80
homesickness, illness or misconduct. Camper fees will not be refunded if
+ Adult
camper arrives with head lice. Camperships are not refundable. Camp Aide 7-10 2 $80
July
5-7
Diamonds Dollars (Formerly Cookie Bucks) Family Camp ALL + Adult 2 $80
Diamonds Dollars are earned by participating in the annual Girl Scout Cabin Camp Out 4-5 5 $275
Cookie sale. Diamonds Dollars can be applied to any part of the registration,
All About That Taste 4-6 5 $275
July 7-12
excluding the deposit. Diamonds Dollars payments must be made by phone
or in person. Diamonds Dollars can also be used on merchandise in the on- Water Park Expedition 6-8 5 $375
site camp store during campers' sessions. At this time, we cannot accept Arkansas Bucket List 7-12 5 $375
payment of Diamonds Dollars online. We apologize for this inconvenience.
Sail Away 7-12 5 $275
How can I get more information?
Counselor-in-Training 1
Varied Dates
Visit www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/camp, call 800-632-6894 or
email info@girlscoutsdiamonds.org! Upon registering, you will automatically
11-12 14 $325
June 23-30 & July 5-12
receive an email with links to important info (packing lists, check-in/out
details and driving directions). Counselor-in-Training 2
12 19 $425
June 9-21 & June 23-30
26 27Entering Number
Camp Crossed Arrows Sessions Grade of Days Price Housing
Volunteer and Employment Opportunities
June Join us for the most MEMORABLE Summer EVER! Girl Scouts
7-9 Just Us Girls ALL + Adult 2 $80
builds girls of courage, confidence and character and our girls
Western Round-Up: Session A 2-3 5 $275 need you to make it possible!
June 9-14
Camp Together: Session A 4-6 5 $275 What will weekly volunteers do?
Expedition Arkansas 7-12 5 $375 Volunteers commit to one full week
Saddle Sense 7-12 5 $350 at camp and assist our staff in a
variety of ways, including: serving
Challenge Seekers 6-9 12 $475
as camp photographer; assisting
16-28
June
Wrangler 7-12 12 $550 Program Director with all-camp
Advanced Wrangler 9-12 12 $550 activities; delivering afternoon
Ready, Set, Ride Edit: June 9-14 4-5 5 $325 sacks to activity areas; and most
importantly, being a part of
June 16-21
On Target 4-6 5 $275
making summer camp magic for
The Journey Begins 4-6 5 $275
Girl Scouts of all ages!
Saddle Up: Session A 5-6 5 $350
Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and become
Ride With Style 9-12 5 $275
registered Girl Scout members prior to arriving at camp.
Family Camp 2 $80
21-23
June
ALL + Adult
Volunteers may live in screened cabins, tents or troop houses
My Buddy & Me ALL + Adult 2 $80 along with staff and will receive a two-hour daily break.
e
Jun2 Daisy Day at Camp K-1 + Adult 1 $20 (day only)
2 In order to foster independence and create the best experience
Western Round-Up: Session B 2-3 5 $275 for all campers, volunteers will not be assigned to their own
23-28
June
Ultimate Camp Challenge 4-6 5 $275 camper's unit.
Makerspace & More 4-6 5 $275
June
28-30 3...2...1... Troop Camp! ALL + Adult 2 $80 What will summer camp staff do?
Slumber Party at Camp 1-3 2 $140 Staff commit to training and/or working these dates: Cahinnio,
June 30
- July 2
May 29-June 30 and July 5-13; Crossed Arrows, May 30-July 2
Summer Camp Sampler 4-6 2 $140 and July 7 - 20. Available paid positions include: Nurse (RN or
Trailblazer 7-12 12 $475 higher certification required, weekly commitments available),
7-19
July
Adventure Quest 9-12 12 $525 Program Director, Waterfront Director, Horseback Riding
Water Tales 2-3 5 $275 Director, Arts and Crafts Specialist, Target Sports Specialist,
Atlantis Awaits 4-6 5 $275 Climbing Specialist, Lifeguard, Horseback Riding Instructor, Unit
July 7-12
Counselors, Cook, Kitchen Assistant (age 16+), Business Manager.
Saddle Up: Session B 5-6 5 $350
Tenderfoot: Session A 5-6 5 $350 Staff must be age 18+ prior to the summer season (Kitchen
Water Warriors Assistants age 16+). Summer camp staff perks include: paid
7-12 5 $300
bi-weekly; free room and board; meals and snacks provided
Camp Together: Session B 4-6 5 $275
daily; two hours off each day, one day off every two weeks and
July 14-19
Night Owls 4-6 5 $275 a mid-summer break for Independence Day holiday; all training
Tenderfoot: Session B 5-6 5 $350 provided at no cost, including certification in CPR/First Aid;
Moonlight Madness 6-9 5 $275 Girl Scout Membership paid by Girl Scouts - Diamonds Council.
Counselor-in-Training 1
Varied Dates
11-12 12 $325 Be the role model she’ll always remember!
July 7-19 Visit www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/camp for
Counselor-in-Training 2 more information.
12 19 $425
June 9-14 & June 16-30
28 29Financial Aid for Camp: Camperships
What is a “campership”? Girl Scouts – Diamonds strives to make camp a
possibility for all girls – financial difficulties should never be the reason a girl
can’t experience the life-changing lessons found at camp. Camp financial
aid, or camperships, are offered by Girl Scouts – Diamonds for summer
resident camp programs at Camp Cahinnio and Camp Crossed Arrows on a
limited basis.
Join us this summer
Camperships are funded by the generosity of our donors, members and
other supporters who contribute to our campership fund each year. If for two new camps!
your family is interested in donating a campership to make camp a reality Cyber Day Camp, June 11-13
for a sister Girl Scout, please visit www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/give or three-day camp focused on the new
email funddevelopment@girlscoutsdiamonds.org to donate directly to the Cyber Security badges for Daisies,
campership fund. Brownies and Juniors.
How can I get more information? Nocturnal Nights, June 25-27
Visit www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/camp to register for camp overnight e n c a m p m e n t fo r C a d e t t e s ,
(Campership application is included within the camp registration process) S e n i o rs an d A mba ss adors . Work on
th e n ew Environmental Stewardship
or call 800-632-6894.
badges and have fun in the dark!
How much can we apply for?
P.S. If you are a first time visitor to the STEAM Center this year and
Awards are based on available funds from donations, as well as the amount
register for any of our programs, earn our new STEAM Center Patch!
requested by other girls and families. Due to the very limited funds, we
Register online at www.girlscoutsdiamonds.org/events.
encourage girls to consider using their Diamonds Dollars and camp
credits earned through the Girl Scout Cookie Program to supplement their
campership requests. First-time applicants may apply for up to 100% of the
CAMP NOARK UNITS
cost of the session, less the $50 deposit; second-time applicants may apply
for up to 50% of the cost of the session, less the $50 deposit; Third-time
Brownies
RESIDENT CAMP
applicants may apply for up to 25% of the cost of the session, less the $50 Fairy Tales
deposit. Priority will be given to first-time applicants. Princess Parade
Juniors
How do I apply for a campership? Edible Engineering
Music of the Night
All campership applications must be completed online at the time of Shipwrecked
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registration for each girl and each session; the completed camp registration, Cadettes
Artistic Creations
JULY 7-19
campership application and the $50 camp deposit are all required. Time Traveler
Gypsy Dell
When is the deadline to apply? Gypsy Dell Pro
Campership applications open February 18 with general camp registration Seniors and Ambassadors
Camper's Choice
and all campership applications are due May 1, 2019. Early submission is Songs of the Soul
WHERE
Happy Wanderer
highly encouraged! Survivalist
CAMP NOARK
When will we hear if our family received a campership?
Campership applications are reviewed March 1 (first-time applications only in
this round), April 1, and after May 1; notification letters will be mailed within 10
business days of review. If a girl receives camperships for multiple sessions, Huntsville, AR
amount will be distributed equally among sessions. If your girl is selected to Enjoy three days, a week or two weeks at our
receive a campership, we ask that she write a thank you card to the donor(s) volunteer-run summer camp! For more information,
email campnoark.orion@gmail.com
who made her camp dream a reality. A return envelope will be included with or visit campnoark.com.
your award letter for this purpose, please return by June 1, 2019.
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