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Table of Contents
Welcome............................... page 2
Camp Information.................4–17
book 2019
Volunteer-led Events.................18
GSNI Opportunities/
Events...............................19–20
Adult Trainings.................... 21–23
Camp Facility & Rental.......24–25
Camp Registration Form..........27
Welcome
Dear Families, I’m excited to present you with our 2019 Little Book! We’ve made BIG
changes to our summer camps and outdoor programs this year to
ensure each girl has a fantastic experience. Whether she’s a first-time
camper or a seasoned outdoor pro, we have options she’s going to love.
We have day camps, mini camps, resident (overnight) camps, and a
variety of adventures, travels, and opportunities for her to select! Be
sure to register online to reserve her favorite sessions and receive
immediate confirmation, so your camper can be sure of her summer
spot! We’re looking forward to seeing her this summer!
Warmest Regards,
Fiona Cummings
Chief Executive Officer, Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
GSNI CEO FIONA CUMMINGS
YOUR NEXT STEP
Summer is a time of transition for girls who are bridging to a
new level of Girl Scouts. For this reason, events in the summer are
available to girls for the level they’ve just ended or the level they’re
Powered by just beginning, unless otherwise noted. If you have questions about
whether a specific event is appropriate for your troop or girl, contact
GSNI
Girl Scouts our Customer Care team.
Camp Session Title
Renew today! entering Grades 4–8
Guide to
Help us ensure the girls in your community Event description.
Camp Listings
have a place to call their own again next year. This is where the details about the camp session, including what activities are
offered, will be explained.
Early Renewal starts May 1, 2019! ▶▶ Drop-off information
▶▶ Pick-up information
Price Levels
▶▶ Level 1
▶▶ Level 2
▶▶ Level 3
Sessions (with date)
Event Title new
Guide to
Event Location Event Listings
Event price | GSNI Voucher Eligibility
Date | Time
Deadline for event registration
Event description.
Badge(s) that event activities will meet requirements for are listed here. Badges
that will be completed will be listed accordingly. Badges that will meet partial
requirements will be marked with an asterisk. Example: Archery Cadette badge*
On the Cover:
GSNI Brownie Troops 681 and 1527 from Crystal Lake were captured Guide to Little Book Icons
in this cozy moment on a stormy night in the Greenwood cabin at new This icon represents a new event for 2019
Camp McCormick during the Chippewa Service Unit’s Fall Camporee by
photographer and troop leader Heather Bernhard. Daisy grade level Cadette grade level Events where we welcome families
Facing the camera from L to R: Julia Kosydar, Emmi Semradova, Reagan Brownie grade level Senior grade level Events good for adults
Marsett, Cate Kennedy and Lily Bernhard. The girls with their backs to the Junior grade level Ambassador grade level Events held by Preferred Partners
camera are Mary Ruiz and Eden Evanson.
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Where is GSNI?
WISCONSIN
JO DAVIESS STEPHENSON WINNEBAGO BOONE LAKE
McHENRY
Lake Zurich
CARROLL OGLE DeKALB South Elgin
IOWA
KANE
DuPAGE COOK
WHITESIDE LEE
Legend
KENDALL
● GSNI Council Area
● GSNI Resource Centers
● GSNI Camps
HENRY BUREAU LA SALLE
GRUNDY
We are GSNI GSNI Camps
Mary Ann Beebe Center
We serve 16 counties including parts or all of Boone, Carroll, Cook,
DeKalb, DuPage, Jo Daviess, Kane, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, Lee, 17501 Streit Road
McHenry, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside, and Winnebago. Harvard, IL 60033
Camp Dean
Contact all GSNI facilities at 46W253 Camp Dean Road
844-GSNI-4-ME (844-476-4463) Big Rock, IL 60511
Fax: 847-741-5667 Camp Far Horizons
9702 S. Lost Horizons Road
GSNI Resource Centers & Council Stores Hanover, IL 61041
South Elgin Resource Center Rockford Resource Center Camp McCormick
353 Randall Rd 1886 Daimler Road 9995 N. Girl Scout Road
South Elgin, IL 60177 Rockford, IL 61112 Stillman Valley, IL 61084
Freeport Resource Center Sugar Grove
1834 S West Ave, Suite 21 Resource Center
Freeport, IL 61032 200 New Bond Road
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
Lake Zurich
Resource Center Rock Falls Resource Center
499 Ela Road 229 First Avenue, Suite 1
Lake Zurich, IL 60047 Rock Falls, IL 61071
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Camp Information
What’s New
You spoke, we listened! We have made many changes
based on camper and parent feedback, suggestions,
lessons learned, and more! As always, thank you for
the ideas!
Here’s a preview of what’s new for Summer Camp
2019!
Summer Camp Staff
In order to provide the best possible experience for our campers (and
families), we have added additional summer staff at each camp. We are
also adding more extensive pre-camp training. This will allow us to provide
additional age-level activities, smaller groups, added girl planning, better
parent communication and all around exceptional customer experience!
Check-In Extended Hours Day Camp
We have revamped our check-in procedures to make them more Is your camper almost ready for resident camp but not quite? This year,
efficient and fun! Check-in times are staggered for each session with our we’re offering Extended Hours Day Camp. This is a great opportunity to
Counselors-in-Training (CITs) being first, so they can help with campers allow campers to “almost” attend resident camp. They will be able to stay
who arrive later. Each camp will have highly visible signs to indicate where at camp each night (except the last day) until 8 p.m.! They will have dinner
to go for check-in. For larger sessions, the tables will be split by last name with us and attend a portion of our evening activities such as opening and
to avoid waiting in long lines. Activities will be provided for campers as closing campfires, etc. This is an optional “add-on” similar to our day camp
staff review incoming paperwork. Once check-in is complete, staff will overnight below.
be available to answer any additional questions. In addition, we will retain
all camper paperwork starting this summer! This means, if your camper Day Camp Overnight
attends the same camp property more than once during the summer, The Thursday overnight for day campers will be limited to 14 campers at
you will not need to bring your paperwork in again unless it needs to be Camp Dean. For all camps, instead of sleeping in cabins, girls will all stay
updated. If your camper goes to another GSNI camp property, we suggest together in a lodge with counselor supervision. This will make for an easier
you make a copy of your paperwork before dropping it off at the first camp transition for first-time overnight campers.
then bring it with you to the other camp.
Camper’s Choice
Learning Outcomes and Badges Girls entering grades 1–3 will stay with our Counselors-in-Training (CITs)
We will provide parents with detailed camper learning outcomes (what during the Camper’s Choice event. This will make it easier for them to find
girls will be able to do and know after her summer camp session) as well their way around camp and still be supervised.
as badge work and outdoor skills awards earned for each session.
Age-based Camp Sessions
Classic Camp Themes for Mini-Sessions We have separated day and resident campers by age so younger and older
Resident camp mini-sessions will focus solely on traditional camp activities campers will have more age-appropriate activities and be with girls closer
such as outdoor skills, nature, water activities, crate stacking, archery, and to their own age.
more. Age restrictions apply to some activities.
More Camp Sessions
New Themes for Resident and Day Camp We are offering Counselors-in-Training (CIT), day, and resident camps
We have many new themes this summer, based on requests from our every week that camp is in session—this means more camps for girls to
campers! challenge themselves and have fun!
Additional Girl Planning Counselor-in-Training Sessions new!
This summer we are incorporating more girl planning into our camps. Each Minimal Pricing and Application Required. Leadership is core to the Girl
camp session will begin with a planning session to determine what the Scout experience, and we want to make sure as many girls as possible can
girls want to do during their non-themed time at camp. If they want more/ attend our CIT training camps, where they will learn to lead younger girls
less swimming, arts and crafts, Gaga Ball, etc. they can have it! In addition, in an outdoor setting and have the opportunity to earn GSUSA’s nationally
they’ll have more cookouts, All Camp (everyone in camp participates in recognized CIT I and CIT II Awards. Thus, we’ve lowered the price of CIT I
one large game or activity), and Camper’s Choice (each group chooses the and CIT II camps to $150 for two weeks (register before May 1, 2019)—a
activity they want to participate in, such as archery, crate stacking, Gaga savings of over $300. Our CIT A camp price has also been lowered from
ball, etc.) options. $305 (register before May 1, 2019) to $230—over $70 in savings.
CITs will be required to complete an application and an interview before
Make New Friends being accepted into our CIT sessions as we want to provide extensive
In an effort to make the girls more comfortable at summer camp, training and leadership opportunities to CITs and want to ensure there is
additional programming (games and activities) are being provided at the a good fit. CITs completing our program will leave camp with a complete
start of each session to enable the girls and camp staff to get to know list of skills acquired and the nationally recognized CIT I or CIT II Girl Scout
each other quicker and better. This will foster trust and help develop new Leadership Award—depending on session attended.
friendships and lifelong bonds.
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Camp Information
CIT Leadership Week
Girls who have previously qualified as CITs can attend any week of camp
Paying for Camp
with council approval. CITs must submit a proposal of what they would Camp is an amazing adventure for girls! We want to make sure all girls
like to accomplish during their CIT Leadership Week. The plan must be have the opportunity to attend camp regardless of their household income.
approved by council before a girl will be accepted into the program. Thus, GSNI offers several ways to off-set the cost of camp, including:
Proposals are due at least three weeks prior to the applicable camp ▶▶ If you register by May 1, 2019, you can save $25 on most camp
session. Proposal templates can be found at girlscoutsni.org/CIT. registrations!
▶▶ You can use eligible vouchers/eCodes toward any of our council-
Camp Far Horizons new! Date Change! sponsored camps. However, these cannot be used toward the initial
$50 non-refundable deposit.
In recent years, summer camp at Camp Far Horizons has been the
⬥ Eligible vouchers include:
first week in August. This summer, the camp will be held the second
✶ Adventure Allowance ($10) for anyone in your household who
week in July.
renewed their 2019 Girl Scout membership online by June 15,
2018.
Camp Far Horizons ✶ Cookie Dough, Cashew Cash, and S’more Dough (which
new! Extended Weekend for Older Girls! Individually Registered Members earned through the Girl Scout
We are offering a new extended weekend for older girls! This will be the Fall Product and Cookie Programs).
chance for our older girls to use Camp Far Horizons as a basecamp/ ▶▶ If two girls from the same household register for the same resident,
hangout in between off-site excursions. This will replace Family Camp this day, or Ponytails camp, they will both receive a $20 Trading Post
summer. (camp store) credit. This does not apply to CIT sessions, Extra
Adventures, Family Camp, or Troop Camps. This cannot be used in
GSNI Camp Guide combination with Camperships (financial assistance).
▶▶ If a girl registers for more than one resident, day, or Ponytails camp
By request, we have created a GSNI Camp Guide to help prepare our
this summer, she will receive a $30 Trading Post credit credit to use
campers and parents for the summer. This inclusive guide provides detailed
during her second camp after completion of the second camp. This
information about our summer camp program to include accommodations,
does not apply to CIT sessions, Extra Adventures, Family Camp, or
procedures, expectations, FAQs, and more. This will be the go-to guide for
Troop Camps. This cannot be used in combination with Camperships
all things camp. The guide will answer questions, such as:
(financial assistance). Registrations do not need to be completed at
▶▶ How many hours will my camper spend on themes while at camp?
the same time. Limit one $30 Trading Post credit per girl, even if if she
▶▶ What skills will my camper learn while at camp?
registers for more than two camps.
▶▶ How do I know if my camper is ready for camp?
▶▶ A limited number of Camperships are also available. Please see our
▶▶ Why can’t I register my CIT for training directly online?
Camperships section below.
▶▶ And so much more…
To view our GSNI Camp Guide, please visit girlscoutsni.org/summercamp.
Food
Camperships
This summer, we will provide additional healthy eating options for our If your girl would love to attend camp as a camper or Counselor-in-Training
campers and staff to include grilled foods, expanded salad bar, fresh fruit, (CIT) but doesn’t have the resources to do so, we may be able to help!
vegetables, whole wheat bread, and homemade dishes such as pasta, Families can apply for Camperships by paying the initial $50 deposit for
soups, and chili. We will continue to provide options for those campers camp and submitting a Campership application. Campership applications
with food allergies, as long as we are notified at least two weeks prior to are due by April 1, 2019, and are awarded after April 15, 2019. We highly
camp. recommend you send in the application as soon as you submit your online
registration, applications are reviewed and assessed as they come in
and funds are allocated starting April 1, 2019. Selecting “Need Financial
Flexible Pricing Assistance” on the Camp Registration email does NOT register your
girl for financial assistance. The form must be completed and received
Camp program opportunities for girls are subsidized, meaning the cost of by the council. Please remember, the best way to pay for camp is to
providing camp programs and operating camp is greater than the fees paid participate fully in the fall product and cookie programs!
to participate. Our flexible pricing system offers families the opportunity to For more information and to apply for a campership, please visit
help cover more of the true cost of camp programs, if they are financially girlscoutsni.org/camperships.
able.
For each session, you will see three prices:
▶▶ Level 1 is the most subsidized rate we can offer for camp. This Bring a Friend!
covers approximately 60% of the direct costs of operating the
camp program. If you are applying for a Campership (financial Is your Girl Scout thinking about coming to camp but is hesitant because
assistance), use Level 1 pricing. she doesn’t know anyone? She can bring a female, non-Girl Scout friend!
▶▶ Level 2 covers some of the direct costs associated with your camper’s All her friend has to do is sign up to be an Individually Registered Member
experience but is still a subsidized rate. (IRM), and she can join your Girl Scout at camp. They can even request to
▶▶ Level 3 is closer to the true cost of operating the camp program. It be in the same cabin or tent!
includes direct costs such as food, program supplies, living supplies, Current non-Girl Scouts can register as IRMs by going to girlscoutsni.org
and summer staff salaries. It does not include things like building and and clicking “Girls Join!” and “Get Started Today.” Complete all information
ground maintenance. and at the “Ways to Participate” screen, search the word “camp” in the
Select the fee you feel is affordable and appropriate for your family. Flexible Troop # field, and select “Individually Registered Member.” If the friend
pricing is always kept confidential and does not affect the quality of your is outside of GSNI’s council jurisdiction, or if registration assistance is
child’s experience as all fees are for exactly the same program. The goal of needed, please contact Customer Care at 844-476-4463 or
offering flexible pricing options is to provide the highest quality programs customercare@girlscoutsni.org.
possible to serve all community income levels and to preserve camp for
generations to come.
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Camp Information
Summer Camp Staff Specialty Camp Activities
Do you know someone who wants to make a difference in girls’ lives at our Specialty activities such as archery, crate stacking, target sports, etc.
summer camps? Does this person have the enthusiasm to present their are located at one or more of our camps. Camper participation in these
best self, an amazing attitude, and dedication to learning and providing activities during summer camp is dependent on the camp location, the
challenges for a summer our girls will never forget? Critical to the success session they are registered for, as well as their age. See our Safety Activity
of summer camp is finding and hiring the right staff. Staff members can be Checkpoints At-a-Glance at girlscoutsni.org. These activities include:
a retiree, teacher, and so on as we offer some “flexible” positions that don’t ▶▶ Archery (Daisies+) ▶▶ Kayaking (Brownies+)
require staff to live at camp or even work full-time. ▶▶ Canoeing (Daisies+) ▶▶ Target Sports (Cadettes+)
We are looking for summer staff with passion, drive, grit, personality, ▶▶ Low Ropes Course (Daisies+) ▶▶ Slingshots (Daisies+)
and willingness to learn Girl Scout songs, traditions, and leadership skills. ▶▶ Climbing & Rappelling ▶▶ Tomahawk Throwing
Our paid training may include outdoor skills such as cooking, fire building, (Brownies+) (Cadettes +)
archery, crate stacking, small watercraft, lifeguarding, and more! Imagine ▶▶ Crate Stacking (Juniors+) ▶▶ Swimming (Daisies+)
what your resume could look like by the end of summer.
To learn more and view all of our summer camp positions, visit
girlscoutsni.org/summerstaff. Staff must be 18 years old prior to the first
day of training. Camp Registration Information
Registration for all summer camps will be on a first-come, first-served
Camp Volunteers basis, beginning February 14, 2019. Registrations are taken in a variety of
ways to include:
Volunteers help us provide girls with an exceptional camp experience. ▶▶ PREFERRED METHOD guaranteeing registration into the camp session.
Whether it’s helping in the greenhouse, assisting with programming, or Online at girlscoutsni.org/activities
being a guest speaker, GSNI volunteers are critically important to the ▶▶ The methods below do NOT guarantee registration into the camp
success of summer camp. Volunteer opportunities are flexible, starting at session. Registration will be confirmed via email once registration is
just a couple hours to a few days. You can help as little or as much as you’d received and payment is complete.
like! If you would like more information about volunteering at camp, please By mail to GSNI ATTN: CAMP REGISTRATION, Rockford Resource
contact us at 844-476-4463, customercare@girlscoutsni.org, or visit us Center, 1886 Daimler Road, Rockford, Illinois 61112
online at girlscoutsni.org/campvolunteer. By fax to 847-741-5667 ATTN: CAMP REGISTRATION
In person at any GSNI Resource Center
Scanning and emailing registration to customercare@girlscoutsni.
Camp Open Houses org, use subject line CAMP REGISTRATION
Open to the Public | Free | Registration required
Join us at our Camp Open Houses! Everyone is welcome to tour the camp Deposit
and see where the campers will sleep, eat, and play games with new A $50 deposit is REQUIRED for EACH session/person registered. Deposits
friends. Our experienced camp professionals will be available to answer may be cash, check, or credit card. Financial Assistance (“Camperships”)
questions, talk about what a day at camp is like, and ensure your camper or eCodes (Cookie Dough/S’more Dough/Cashew Cash) cannot be used as
is excited and prepared for her summer experience! We’ll have a variety deposits. Family Camps, Troop Camps and Extra Adventures must be paid
of games including a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, and snacks for girls in full at time of registration.
and their families. Wear comfortable shoes if you want to go on our official
camp tours which will be offered 1–2 p.m. at each camp. Register online at Balance Due/Required Paperwork
girlscoutsni.org. Want to help prepare our camps for the summer? Come All balances must be received by a GSNI Resource Center by June 1, 2019 or
early at 9:30 a.m. and help with our Camp Service Days immediately before your camper may be removed from the camp session. Camper paperwork
the Open Houses. must be brought to the check-in table at the beginning of each camp
Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley Sat, April 13, 2019 12:30–3:30 p.m. session. Campers without full payment or proper paperwork will not be
Mary Ann Beebe Center, Harvard Sun, April 14, 2019 12:30–3:30 p.m. allowed to remain at camp.
Camp Dean, Big Rock Sun, April 28, 2019 12:30–3:30 p.m.
Camp Far Horizons, Hanover Sat, May 4, 2019 12:30–3:30 p.m.
Camp Service Days Spring 2019
Free Event | Registration required ▶▶ Camp McCormick | Sat, April 13, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
Camp Dean, Big Rock, and Camp McCormick, ▶▶ Mary Ann Beebe Center | Sun, April 14, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Stillman Valley (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
▶▶ Camp Dean | Sun, April 28, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
Enjoy a day at camp and and help us prepare the ▶▶ Camp Far Horizons | Sat, May 4, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
property for the season ahead! Families are invited
to join other camp fans in making a difference Fall 2019
to the Girl Scout outdoor experience. Activities ▶▶ Camp Far Horizons | Sat, October 19, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
may include sprucing up buildings, assembling/ (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
disassembling platform tents, or assisting in ▶▶ Mary Ann Beebe Center | Sun, October 20, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
storing camp equipment. You are welcome to (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
bring your own sack lunch to enjoy on our camp ▶▶ Camp Dean | Sat, November 2, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
grounds. Camp Service Days are a great way for ▶▶ Camp McCormick | Sun, November 3, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
girls to serve at the council level! Camp Service (Open House 12:30–3:30 p.m.)
Days are on the same days (back-to-back) as
our Camp Open Houses!
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Camp Information
Buddy Preference
An important part of camp is making new friends. However, we understand
your camper may feel more comfortable coming to camp with a friend.
Two girls who would like to attend camp together should fill in the buddy
preference section during online registration, or, if registering by paper
form, on the registration form and mail the two registration forms together
in the same envelope to guarantee both are registered for the program.
Buddy requests must be mutual and for the same camp and session.
Refunds
Deposits, Extra Adventure fees, and Family and Troop Camp fees are
non-refundable. A full refund, including deposit, is made only if a camper
cannot be placed in a program or if it is necessary to cancel the program.
No refunds will be made for campers arriving late, leaving early, attending
only part of the program, or for those who fail to attend. Contact Customer
Care at customercare@girlscoutsni.org or 844-476-4463, to obtain a
Refund Request Form. After camp ends, partial refunds may be considered
on a case-by-case basis and only in the case of extenuating family our health supervisor. All Counselors are first-aid/CPR/AED trained. For
circumstances or medical reasons supported by a doctor’s statement. all camps, emergency care is available at a nearby clinic or hospital. No
Any authorized refunds will be issued starting in September 2019. camper—child or adult—is allowed to remain at camp without completed
and signed health forms. To ensure the health and safety of campers, each
Campers with Disabilities camp has procedures in place to monitor and respond to emergencies,
including weather conditions.
The goal of our camps is to provide a successful experience for all girls.
Please communicate with our Customer Care team at customercare@
girlscoutsni.org or 844-476-4463, about campers with any special needs Visitors
or disabilities. This enables our camp staff to make every effort to Families are encouraged to visit camp during GSNI’s Camp Open Houses
accommodate those needs. prior to the start of summer camp. To ensure safety and security, no
visitors are allowed on site during camp sessions unless previously
Transportation authorized by GSNI.
Families are responsible for providing all transportation to and from camp.
Program Changes
Health and Safety Although rare, the GSNI council, for a variety of reasons, may occasionally
cancel a camp session. If this occurs, you can expect the entire camp fee,
All Girl Scout camps in this brochure are licensed by their state and uphold
including the deposit, to be refunded. Other times, certain activities described
state and federal health and safety codes, as well as Girl Scouts of the
in the camp sessions must be suspended or changed due to circumstances
USA policies and standards. Camp Dean and Camp McCormick are also
beyond our control, such as inclement weather, equipment availability, and
accredited by the American Camp Association. All camps meet industry
staffing. In these situations, we may provide alternate program options.
standards for health and site safety, food service management, human
Under circumstances of this type, refunds should not be expected.
resources, program design, and activities. Health centers are staffed by
Celebrate 10 years of GSNI
with us as we go
over the edge ... again!
Save the Date
Saturday, June 1, 2019
Celebrate with us at:
Pheasant Run Resort
4051 E. Main Street
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2019 Camp Themes
All day and 6-day/5-night resident camp sessions, except Ponytails, will
focus on a central theme aligned with our four focus areas: Practical Life
Skills, Outdoor Activities & Adventures, Travel & Global Community, and
Career & Interest Exploration. In addition to each session’s theme, girls will
also have the opportunity to participate in popular camp activities such as
swimming or water activities, arts and crafts, nature exploration, campfires,
outdoor cooking, and more. All girls will go home with a personalized list of
badge requirements achieved during their time at camp!
Animal Planet Engineering
Does your camper love animals just as much as we do? If so, this is Extremes
the camp for her! She’ll have an opportunity to learn about a variety Put her imagination
of animals to include traditional pets, barnyard animals, reptiles, to the test as she
amphibians, and more. She’ll even be able to hold a few and see them plans and builds an
close-up! engineering solution
in order to achieve her
Around the World goals and obtain a prize!
What kind of food, games, and music do people enjoy in other regions How will she reach her
of the world? Each day, girls will discover a different region, try different lunch hanging from
foods, listen to music, and play games based on various cultures. Who a tree? How will she
knows, maybe this camp will pique your camper’s interest and make her launch an object across
want to travel the world! the pond or over a tent?
The week will end with
a design competition
The Beauty of Nature to test her new found
From the tiniest flowers, nature’s critters, and reflections off water to engineering skills!
beautiful orange sunsets, when you take time to explore nature, you will
see just how beautiful it truly is! Campers will explore the camp property
and find inspiration in nature to create beautiful paintings, drawings, Escape Room Challenge
collages and sculptures to capture nature’s beauty. The last day of camp, Plan and make an escape room! Then, challenge other campers and even
the campers will display their favorite piece and even have it featured on staff to find their way out! As an added bonus, camp staff will create an
the camp Facebook page! escape room specifically for girls to navigate their way out of. This is sure
to be a crowd pleaser!
Build-a-Biz
Does she ever think about running her own business? Does she want Race to the Finish
to make money by selling friendship bracelets, art work, photos, and From finding hidden treasures to solving puzzles and games, this week will
more? This is the camp for her! She’ll start her “business” by the end of be full of adventures, challenges, and keeping active. On the last day, see
the week, and parents will have the opportunity to shop at pick-up IF it which team can get from start to finish the fastest using their wits and
is a business she can “create” at camp such as selling art work, slime, their physical abilities!
friendship bracelets, etc. If the business doesn’t produce an item she
can make at camp, she will create a brochure for display. Shakin’ & Groovin’
It’s party time! She’ll bring her best 60s/70s retro costumes (don’t worry,
Bullseye! we’ll have some at camp) and tie dye to her heart’s content—everything
From archery to hatchet throwing and slingshots to air rifles, girls will from bandanas to pillow cases (bring her own) to T-shirts! We’ll turn up the
have the opportunity to practice target sports this summer! At Camp music, turn on the disco lights, and have a blast dancin’ the day away!
McCormick, campers will be instructed on safety guidelines, proper use
of air rifles, accurate aiming techniques, breathing tips, and more. They Under the Big Top
will end their session with a target challenge like no other! We may even Who doesn’t love a circus and a carnival? Campers will have the chance
have some medals to hand out! Who’s ready to join us? to build carnival games and learn circus acts such as juggling, slack lining,
and stilt walking the first days of camp. During the last days, they’ll put on
The Enchanted “Fairy” Forest a circus carnival for themselves and other campers to enjoy. (While we’re
Has your camper fallen in love with fairies, gnomes, unicorns, woodland at it, why not dress up like we belong in the circus or in a carnival?) We’ll
creatures, twinkling lights, and fairy dust? If she hasn’t yet, she will at even have “tokens” they’ll need to take part in the activities!
camp! During this session, girls will explore mythical forest creatures
through arts, songs, and adventure. They’ll have the opportunity to Zombie Apocalypse
create magical potions, miniature furniture, fairy homes, glitter slime, The zombies are coming! Is your camper prepared to survive and thrive
magical gardens, and teeny, tiny artwork to place in their fairy villages. If in a whole new world? Can she make it on her own without electronics
they are staying overnight, their cabins or tents will be lit with sparkling and human-made materials? She’ll spend a few days learning basic bush
lights to create a magical atmosphere where they can drift off to dream craft and pioneer skills such as using compasses, preparing a camouflage
world. On the last day, campers will have the opportunity to take their shelter, and more. She’ll put them to the test as CITs turn into (not-scary)
guardians on a walk through our Enchanted “Fairy” Forest (weather zombies and try to find her!
permitting).
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Camp Sessions
Camp Dean Camp Dean Resident Ponytails Camp
entering Grades 4–8
facebook.com/GSNICampDean
46W253 Camp Dean Rd., Big Rock, IL 60511 Does your Girl Scout love horses? We have a great adventure for her!
Would she like to spend hours around horses and learn all she can
about them? This is her chance to care for and ride a select group of
Camp Dean Day Camp horses! Our trained camp staff and equestrian experts are ready to
entering Grades 1–5 help all our Ponytail campers get ready for summer fun! Saddle up, and
let’s go! Girls will be transported to a preferred partner professional
Is your camper ready to go on an adventure and develop her equestrian facility. We can’t wait for the girls to meet the horses! If she
independence but still loves the thought of being home at night? Then attends our 6-day session, she’ll have the opportunity to go on a trail
day camp may be a great choice for her! Each camp offers exciting ride! Drop-off and pick-up will be at Camp Dean.
themed activities for the week in addition to popular camp activities ▶▶ Drop-off on first day of session: 3:30–4 p.m.
such as swimming, arts and crafts, and nature exploration. Our trained, ▶▶ Pick-up on last day of session: 4–4:30 p.m.
fun and energetic staff will guide her through all the camp activities
we can pack in a day from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. If she decides she loves Ponytails 3-day/2-night Mini-Camp
camp as much as we think she will, she can choose to have a sleepover Price Level *use Level 1 if applying for a Campership*
experience on Thursday complete with a campfire and songs! ▶▶ Level 1: $280/session ($255 before May 1, 2019), or
▶▶ Level 2: $345/session ($320 before May 1, 2019), or
Add-ons: ▶▶ Level 3: $445/session ($420 before May 1, 2019)
▶▶ Is she almost ready for resident camp but not quite? Why not let her
Sessions
stay until 8 p.m. Monday–Thursday, so she can experience camp
evening activities to include dinner and a campfire! Fee: $50 includes SESSION
DATE (WEEK) PROVIDER
all four evenings Monday–Thursday with regular checkout time on June 16–18, 2019 1a Sunset Knolls Riding Academy,
Friday. Payment is required during session registration. Limited spots Big Rock, IL
on a first-come, first-serve basis. We anticipate these will fill quickly. June 19–21, 2019 1b Sunset Knolls Riding Academy,
▶▶ If she decides she loves camp as much as we think she will, she can Big Rock, IL
choose to have a sleepover experience on Thursday, as well! Fee: $25 June 30–July 2, 2019 3a Sunset Knolls Riding Academy,
Register early, as there are limited spots. Big Rock, IL
▶▶ Drop-off each day of session: 8:30–8:50 a.m. July 7–9, 2019 4a Sunset Knolls Riding Academy,
▶▶ Pick-up each day of session: 4–4:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. for extended hours Big Rock, IL
option Monday–Thursday. July 10–12, 2019 4b Sunset Knolls Riding Academy,
▶▶ Pick-up on last day 4–4:30 p.m. Big Rock, IL
July 21–23, 2019 6a Sunset Knolls Riding Academy,
Price Level—use Level 1 if applying for a Campership Big Rock, IL
▶▶ Level 1: $175/session ($150 before May 1, 2019), or July 24–26, 2019 6b Sunset Knolls Riding Academy,
▶▶ Level 2: $215/session ($190 before May 1, 2019), or Big Rock, IL
▶▶ Level 3: $280/session ($255 before May 1, 2019)
Ponytails 6-day/5-night
5-Day Sessions (daytime only) Price Level *use Level 1 if applying for a Campership*
SESSION ▶▶ Level 1: $500/session ($475 before May 1, 2019), or
DATE (WEEK) THEME
June 17–21, 2019 1 The Beauty of Nature ▶▶ Level 2: $615/session ($590 before May 1, 2019), or
June 24–28, 2019 2 Race to the Finish ▶▶ Level 3: $795/session ($770 before May 1, 2019)
July 8–12, 2019 4 Around the World Sessions
July 15–19, 2019 5 Animal Planet
SESSION
July 22–26, 2019 6 Build-a-Biz DATE (WEEK) PROVIDER
July 29–August 2, 2019 7 Shakin’ & Groovin’ June 23–28, 2019 2 Millbrook Trail Rides, Millbrook, IL
July 14–19, 2019 5 Millbrook Trail Rides, Millbrook, IL
July 28–August 2, 2019 7 Millbrook Trail Rides, Millbrook, IL
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10Camp Sessions
Camp McCormick
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9995 N. Girl Scout Rd., Stillman Valley, IL 61084
Camp McCormick Day Camp
entering Grades 1–5
Is your camper ready to go on an adventure and develop her
independence but still loves the thought of being home at night? Then,
Camp Dean Resident Camp day camp may be a great choice for her! Each camp offers exciting
entering Grades 1–3, 4–8, and 9–12 themed activities for the week in addition to popular camp activities
such as swimming, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and more. Our
This is the chance for your Girl Scout to have the time of her life this trained, fun, energetic staff will guide her through all the camp activities
summer! Our resident camps offer many ways for your Girl Scout to we can pack in a day from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. If she decides she loves
not only gain independence, but to try new skills, make new friends, camp as much as we think she will, she can choose to have a sleepover
and make memories of a lifetime. Trained camp staff will provide plenty experience on Thursday—complete with a campfire and songs!
of opportunities for campers to participate in our new theme week
activities (6-day/5-night camp only) and other popular camp activities Add-ons:
such as swimming, arts and crafts, cooking over a campfire, and hiking! ▶▶ Is she almost ready for resident camp but not quite? Why not let her
Your camper will stay overnight in the camp’s sleeping cabins and stay until 8 p.m. Monday–Thursday, so she can experience camp
explore camp during the day. Girls can choose between 3-day/2-night evening activities to include dinner and a campfire! Fee: $50 includes
Mini Camps and 6-day/5-night sessions. all four evenings Monday–Thursday with regular checkout time on
▶▶ Drop-off on first day of session: 3–3:30 p.m. new Friday. Payment is required during session registration. Limited spots
▶▶ Pick-up on last day of session: 4–4:30 p.m. on a first-come, first-serve basis. We anticipate these will fill quickly.
▶▶ If she decides she loves camp as much as we think she will, she can
Resident 3-day/2-night Mini-Camp choose to have a sleepover experience on Thursday, as well! Fee: $25
Mini-camps DO NOT have themes in 2019. Register early, as there are limited spots.
Price Level *use Level 1 if applying for a Campership*
▶▶ Level 1: $215/session ($190 before May 1, 2019), or ▶▶ Drop-off each day of session: 8:30–8:50 a.m.
▶▶ Level 2: $280/session ($255 before May 1, 2019), or ▶▶ Pick-up each day of session: 4–4:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. (for extended
▶▶ Level 3: $365/session ($340 before May 1, 2019) hours option)
▶▶ Pick-up on last day 4–4:30 p.m.
Sessions
Price Level—use Level 1 if applying for a Campership
SESSION
DATE (WEEK) ENTERING GRADES ▶▶ Level 1: $175/session ($150 before May 1, 2019), or
June 23–25, 2019 2a 1–3 ▶▶ Level 2: $215/session ($190 before May 1, 2019), or
June 23–25, 2019 2a 4–8 ▶▶ Level 3: $280/session ($255 before May 1, 2019)
June 26–28, 2019 2b 1–3
5-Day Sessions (daytime only)
June 26–28, 2019 2b 4–8
June 30–July 2, 2019 3a 1–5 FIRST TIME OVERNIGHT SESSION
DATE (WEEK) THEME
CAMPERS ONLY June 17–21, 2019 1 The Enchanted “Fairy” Forest
June 30–July 2, 2019 3a 9–12 Older girls only June 24–28, 2019 2 Around the World
July 14–16, 2019 5a 1–3 July 15–19, 2019 5 Shakin’ & Groovin’
July 14–16, 2019 5a 4–8 July 22–26, 2019 6 Engineering Extremes
July 17–19, 2019 5b 1–3 July 29–August 2, 2019 7 Under the Big Top
July 17–19, 2019 5b 4–8
July 28–30, 2019 7a 1–3
July 28–30, 2019 7a 4–8 Camp McCormick Resident Camp
July 31–August 2, 2019 7b 1–3
July 31–August 2, 2019 7b 4–8 This is the chance for your Girl Scout to have the time of her life this
summer! Our resident camps offer many ways for your Girl Scout to
not only gain independence, but to try new skills, make new friends
Resident 6-day/5-night Camp
and make memories of a lifetime. Trained camp staff will provide plenty
Price Level *use Level 1 if applying for a Campership*
of opportunities for campers to participate in our new theme week
▶▶ Level 1: $350/session ($325 before May 1, 2019), or
activities (6-day/5-night camp only) and other popular camp activities
▶▶ Level 2: $435/session ($410 before May 1, 2019), or
such as swimming, arts and crafts, cooking over a campfire, and hiking!
▶▶ Level 3: $565/session ($540 before May 1, 2019)
Your camper will stay overnight in platform tents or Adirondack cabins
Sessions and explore camp during the day. Girls can choose between 3-day/2-
SESSION ENTERING night Mini Camps and 6-day/5-night sessions. Girls will be placed in
DATE (WEEK) GRADES THEME age-appropriate groups.
June 16–21, 2019 1 1–3 The Beauty of Nature ▶▶ Drop-off on first day of session: 3:30–4 p.m.
June 16–21, 2019 1 4–8 The Beauty of Nature ▶▶ Pick-up on last day of session: 4–4:30 p.m.
July 7–12, 2019 4 1–3 Around the World
July 7–12, 2019 4 4–8 Around the World
July 21–26, 2019 6 1–3 Build-a-Biz
July 21–26, 2019 6 4–8 Build-a-Biz
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Camp McCormick Camp Far Horizons
facebook.com/GSNICampMcCormick facebook.com/GSNICampFarHorizons
9995 N. Girl Scout Rd., Stillman Valley, IL 61084 9702 S. Lost Horizon Rd., Hanover, IL 61041
Resident 3-day/2-night Mini-Camp Camp Far Horizons Day Camp
entering Grades 1–12
entering Grades 1–5
Price Level *use Level 1 if applying for a Campership*
▶▶ Level 1: $215/session ($190 before May 1, 2019), or Is your camper ready to go on an adventure and develop her
▶▶ Level 2: $280/session ($255 before May 1, 2019), or independence but still loves the thought of being home at night? Then,
▶▶ Level 3: $365/session ($340 before May 1, 2019) day camp may be a great choice for her! Each camp offers exciting
themed activities for the week in addition to popular camp activities
Sessions
such as water activities, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and more.
SESSION
DATE (WEEK) ENTERING GRADES Our trained, fun, energetic staff will guide her through all the camp
June 23–25, 2019 2a 1–3 activities we can pack in a day from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. If she decides
June 23–25, 2019 2a 4–8 she loves camp as much as we think she will, she can choose to have a
June 26–28, 2019 2b 1–3 sleepover experience on Thursday—complete with a campfire and songs!
June 26–28, 2019 2b 4–8
July 28–30, 2019 7a 4–8 Add-ons:
July 28–30, 2019 7a 9–12 ▶▶ Is she almost ready for resident camp but not quite? Why not let her
July 31–August 2, 2019 7b 1–3 stay until 8 p.m. Monday–Thursday, so she can experience camp
July 31–August 2, 2019 7b 4–8 evening activities to include dinner and a campfire! Fee: $50 includes
all four evenings Monday–Thursday with regular checkout time on
Resident 6-day/5-night Camp Friday. Payment is required during session registration. Limited spots
on a first-come, first-serve basis. We anticipate these will fill quickly.
entering Grades 4–12
▶▶ If she decides she loves camp as much as we think she will, she can
Price Level—use Level 1 if applying for a Campership choose to have a sleepover experience on Thursday, as well! Fee: $25
▶▶ Level 1: $350/session ($325 before May 1, 2019), or Register early, as there are limited spots.
▶▶ Level 2: $435/session (no early registration discount), or
▶▶ Level 3: $565/session (no early registration discount) ▶▶ Drop-off each day of session: 8:30–8:50 a.m.
▶▶ Pick-up each day of session: 4–4:30 p.m. or 8 p.m. (for extended
Sessions hours option)
SESSION ENTERING ▶▶ Pick-up on last day 4–4:30 p.m.
DATE (WEEK) GRADES THEME
June 16–21, 2019 1 4–8 Zombie Apocalypse Price Level—use Level 1 if applying for a Campership
June 16–21, 2019 1 9–12 Zombie Apocalypse ▶▶ Level 1: $175/session ($150 before May 1, 2019), or
July 14–19, 2019 5 6–12 Bullseye! ▶▶ Level 2: $215/session ($190 before May 1, 2019), or
July 21–26, 2019 6 4–8 Engineering Extremes ▶▶ Level 3: $280/session ($255 before May 1, 2019)
July 21–26, 2019 6 9–12 Engineering Extremes
5-Day Sessions (daytime only)
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12Camp Sessions
Camp Far Horizons Resident Camp
entering Grades 4–12
This is the chance for your Girl Scout to have the time of her life this
summer! Our resident 6-day/5-night camp offers many ways for your
Girl Scout to not only gain independence, but to try new skills, make
new friends and make memories of a lifetime. Trained camp staff
will provide plenty of opportunities for campers to participate in our
theme week activities and other popular camp activities such as arts
and crafts, cooking over a campfire, and hiking! Your camper will stay
overnight in platform tents and explore camp during the day. Girls will
be placed in age-appropriate groups.
▶▶ Drop-off on first day of session: 3–3:30 p.m.
▶▶ Pick-up on last day of session: 4–4:30 p.m.
Resident 6-day/5-night Camp
Price Level—use Level 1 if applying for a Campership Extra Adventures leaving from
▶▶ Level 1: $350/session ($325 before May 1, 2019), or
▶▶ Level 2: $435/session ($410 before May 1, 2019), or Camp McCormick:
▶▶ Level 3: $565/session ($540 before May 1, 2019)
Treetops to Rivers
Sessions Must be 12+ at time of this trip
SESSION ENTERING
DATE (WEEK) GRADES THEME
Girls will travel to Wisconsin with our professionally trained camp staff.
July 7–12, 2019 4 4–8 Escape Room Challenge We’ll set out at 7:30 a.m. on Day One and enjoy a high adventure within
July 7–12, 2019 4 9–12 Escape Room Challenge an Alpine Tower and high ropes course, complete with a giant swing.
Then, settle in for a night in a cozy cabin, relax, have some dinner and
Extra Adventures get some sleep for the next day! Day Two, we’ll visit the Peshtigo River
for whitewater rafting, hiking, and sightseeing local waterfalls! This
Why not spend a day or even an overnight enjoying is sure to be an adventure she will never forget! Trip includes meals,
activities, transportation to/from Camp McCormick, and overnight
adventure outside of camp? Extra Adventures are stays. Activities provided by official GSNI Preferred Partner, Wildman
available to girls looking to add an outdoor adventures Adventure Resort of Silver Cliff, Wisconsin.
to their summer! Girls can attend camp, the Extra Session 5 | $175/girl
Adventures, or both! Space is limited to 8–10 girls, so Tuesday, July 23, 8 a.m.–Thursday, July 25, 2019, 3 p.m.
register early. Adventure times and additional details
will be available during online registration beginning Extra Adventures leaving from Camp Dean:
February 14. Adventures subject to change. See online Freefalling
registration for updates! entering Grades 4–12
new This summer, we have Extra Adventures Does she want to see what it feels like to sky dive? Now’s her chance!
leaving from Camp Dean, Camp McCormick and She’ll have the opportunity to “fly” 2 flights equivalent to 3 skydiving
Camp Far Horizons! freefalls from 12,000 feet! She’ll participate in hands-on experiments,
learn about the science behind flight, and even receive a fun patch! Trip
includes sack dinner, activities, and transportation to/from Camp Dean.
Extra Adventures leaving from Activities provided by official GSNI Preferred Partner, iFly of Naperville.
(Pssst—This was supposed to be a surprise, but girls will even do a
Camp Far Horizons: “high flight” with an instructor during the last part of their flight!)
What’s SUP? Session 4 | $75/girl
entering Grades 9–12 Monday, July 1, 2019, 3–7:30 p.m.
Older girls will have an opportunity to stay overnight at Camp Far SCURKLING!
Horizons and use it as a basecamp/hangout in between off-site
excursions to include SUP, ropes course, and kayaking. What’s SUP? Must be 12+ at time of this trip
That’s short for Stand Up Paddleboard. Have you ever seen people
What in the world is Scurkling? Well, it’s scuba + snorkeling of course!
standing up on what looks like a surfboard? Now, she will have a
Instructors from official GSNI Preferred Partner, Discover Scuba, will
chance to try it out! Girls will receive a 20–30 minute lesson from
teach girls how to scuba dive in a pool, and they’ll have the chance to
official GSNI Preferred Partner, Fever River Outfitters in Galena, then
get some practice! Then, we’ll head back to Camp Dean to learn how to
have the opportunity to paddle down a flat, slow current section of the
snorkel! Trip includes lunch, activities, and transportation to/from Camp
Galena River. In addition, they can traverse a ropes course and kayak
Dean. Maximum of 8 participants.
down the river. Back at basecamp, girls can hang out by the campfire,
Session 4 | $75/girl
play volleyball, gaga ball, or go on hikes.
Saturday, July 20, 2019, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Session 4 | $150/girl
Thursday, July 11, 2019, 9 a.m.–Sunday, July 14, 2019, 8 p.m.
13Camp Sessions
Family Camp Weekends Troop Camp Weekends
Special Guy Troop Camp Weekend
entering Grades 1–12 entering Grades 1–12
At least one male relative or guardian adult, age 18+ Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley
Camp Dean, Big Rock
Does camping with your troop during the summer sound like fun? With
Family event (must include one Girl Scout under the age of 18)
our Troop Camping session, the whole troop can experience summer
Who are the special guys in her life? Are they her dad, grandpa, uncle, camp together in platform tents! As always, please feel free to bring
or older/younger brothers? Have them pack their bags, hit the road, your own tent. Just let us know in the camp registration comments
and make their way to camp for the weekend! They will keep busy section if you choose this option. Summer camp staff will be on
with all camp has to offer to include swimming, hiking, games, and hand to lead camp activities like swimming, arts and crafts, archery,
cooking. All food and organized fun will be provided! Space is limited. and outdoor cooking. Troops are responsible for providing adequate
Only one family is placed per cabin, unless sharing is requested. As adult supervision (consult GSNI’s online Camping Safety Activity
always, please feel free to bring your own tent. Just let us know in the Checkpoints). Session fee includes activity supplies, food, and camp
comments if you choose this option! staff support. Outdoor Overnight Training is not required since staff will
▶▶ Camp Dean be onsite!
Friday, July 26, 2019 6:30 p.m.—Sunday, July 28, 2019 10 a.m. ▶▶ Camp McCormick
$75/person (or $50/person before May 1, 2019) Friday, July 19, 2019 6:30 p.m.—Sunday, July 21, 2019 10 a.m.
$75/person (or $50/person before May 1, 2019)
It’s All Relative
entering Grades 1–12
Whole family with at least one relative or guardian age 18+
Camp Dean, Big Rock
Family event (must include one Girl Scout under the age of 18)
It’s time to round up the family, including aunts and uncles,
grandmas and grandpas, siblings and cousins, and head to
camp! You’ll all spend a fun weekend swimming, crafting,
hiking, cooking outdoors, and exploring. All food and
organized fun will be provided! Space is limited. Only one
family is placed per cabin unless sharing is requested. As
always, please feel free to bring your own tent. Just let us
know in the comments if you choose this option!
▶▶ Camp Dean
Friday, June 28, 2019 6:30 p.m.—
Sunday, June 30, 2019 10 a.m.
$75/person (or $50/person before May 1, 2019)
Girls’ Getaway
entering Grades 1–12
Female relative or guardian age 18+
Camp Dean, Big Rock, and Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley
Family event (must include one Girl Scout under the age of 18)
Who is your Girl Scout’s female superhero? Is it a mother,
grandmother, aunt, or other treasured family member?
This getaway offers girls and their favorite female role models the
opportunity to bond during a weekend at camp! They’ll have the chance
to go swimming, hiking, cooking, crafting, and exploring. All food and
organized fun will be provided! Space is limited. Only one family is
placed per tent or cabin unless sharing is requested. As always, please
feel free to bring your own tent. Just let us know in the comments if you
choose this option!
▶▶ Camp Dean (Cabins)
Friday, July 12 6:30 p.m.—Sunday, July 14, 2019 10 a.m.
▶▶ Camp McCormick (Platform Tents)
Friday, July 26, 2019 6:30 p.m.—Sunday, July 28, 2019 10 a.m.
$75/person (or $50/person before May 1, 2019)
14Camp Leadership
Camp Leadership
Camp is a perfect opportunity to take on a leadership role and be a
role model for younger girls! Girl Scouts is the premiere leadership
organization for girls, and camp provides many options to learn and
practice leadership skills. The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program is a
great way to learn about leadership, group dynamics, outdoor skills, and
program planning. CITs will mentor younger girls and earn a Girl Scout
National Award! Our CIT program is a stepping stone to developing the
skills it takes to lead others or even to become a future camp counselor,
leader in college and more!
Girls will be able to enjoy camp and be a mentor, teaching younger
girls how to have fun in the outdoors. The CIT program is designed so
girls will participate in leadership training then have the opportunity
to apply those skills with younger campers the same week. All
interactions with younger campers will be alongside our trained camp
staff. Girls can also complete more than one CIT session per summer.
Activities during the CIT program will go toward helping girls earn
the CIT I or CIT II award. If girls want to earn the CIT awards, they must
attend and complete CIT I before CIT II. Sessions can be attended
without the earning of the award.
Counselor-in-Training Apprentice (CIT A) Counselor-in-Training I (CIT I)
entering Grades 7–9 entering Grades 9–12
Camp Dean, Big Rock, and Camp Far Horizons, Hanover Camp Dean, Big Rock, and Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley
Is she ready to take her camp experience up a notch? Becoming a CIT Does your Girl Scout want the opportunity to advance her leadership
Apprentice (CIT A) allows her to be a camper and take a leadership and outdoor skills and take the next step to becoming a camp
role at the same time! During this overnight camp, she will take the counselor? If so, CIT I is for her! She will spend two weeks, including
first step in her camping career by completing the Program Aide Basic the weekend, with us to further develop her skills as an outdoor leader.
(leadership skills, songs, skits, etc.) and Program Aide Outdoor trainings Not only will she help trained staff develop camp activities, she will
(knot tying, outdoor cooking, fire building, etc.) with professional Girl also implement them with younger campers. She will be shaping her
Scout staff. After developing her leadership skills and putting them to leadership skills for the future! This is one activity colleges can’t ignore!
use with younger campers, she will still have time to enjoy her favorite Program Aide Basic and Outdoor Training or CIT A is recommended but
camp activities such as hiking and making s’mores by the campfire. not required, as we will assess her skills prior to the first day of camp
If girls have already completed Program Aide Basic and/or Program and fill in the gaps to ensure she’s up to speed!
Aide Outdoor trainings, we will provide additional leadership skills and new Due to the training, dedicated CIT staff, and low cost of these
opportunities for them during this session. Be sure to let us know in the camps, all girls must complete a CIT Application and be selected to
comments section during registration so we can plan accordingly. participate in the CIT I and CIT II programs. This will ensure the camp is
▶▶ Drop-off on first day of session: 2:30–3 p.m the right fit for the staff, CIT, and campers. For more information and to
▶▶ Pick-up on last day of session: 4:30–5 p.m. complete the application, please visit girlscoutsni.org/CIT. Applications
can be submitted at any time before or after the first day of camp
Price Level—use Level 1 if applying for a Campership registration (February 14). Please do NOT register for these sessions
▶▶ Level 1: $255/session ($230 before May 1, 2019), or until you have been accepted into the program.
▶▶ Level 2: $395/session (no early registration discount), or ▶▶ Drop-off on first day of session: 2:30–3 p.m
▶▶ Level 3: $485/session (no early registration discount) ▶▶ Pick-up on last day of session: 4:30–5 p.m.
SESSION ▶▶ Note: CIT program attendees are expected to stay during the middle
DATE (WEEK) CAMP
weekend.
June 16–21, 2019 1 Camp Dean
June 23–28, 2019 2 Camp Dean Price Level—use Level 1 if applying for a Campership
July 7–12, 2019 4 Camp Far Horizons ▶▶ Level 1: $175/session ($150 before May 1, 2019), or
July 14-19, 2019 5 Camp McCormick ▶▶ Level 2: $635/session (no early registration discount), or
▶▶ Level 3: $780/session (no early registration discount)
SESSION
DATE (WEEK) CAMP
June 16–28, 2019 1–2 Camp McCormick
July 7–19, 2019 4–5 Camp Dean
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