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Day Camp 20 2 1 s u m m e r Camp Cat al og Programs for girls in grades k-12 CAM P : E N DL E S S S U M M E R ADV E N T U R E S
Girl Scouts of Western New York Mission: Girl Scouts of
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Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and
character, who make the world a better place. favorite camp
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A MESSAGE FOR YOU Day Camp Locations Taste of Camp
Greetings, Girl Scout Summer Campers,
Girl Scout Office
Recruitment Event
The joy, friendship circles, closing Niagara Orleans
Girl Scout Camp New to summer camp? Visit us this
campfires, special camp songs, and Monroe
spring to get a glimpse of what your
creating unforgettable bonds with new Piperwood Genesee summer camp experience will look like.
and old friends are just a few of the Erie
Windy Meadows Informational sessions, tours, and a
things that make Girl Scout camp life so
sampling of camp crafts will be available.
special. Summer Camp is an important
Wyoming Livingston You will also have an opportunity to
part of the Girl Scout experience and I
register for summer camp 2021. Enter your
want you to know that it is our wish to
name for a chance at a free of week of
operate summer camp in the outdoors,
camp and other cool camp prizes.
in-person in 2021. However, we know that Camp Piperwood
we face uncertainty given the impacts
of COVID-19 and our top priority is your
Chautauqua Cattaraugus FAIRPORT, NY
April 17 ◾ 12 to 3 p.m.
Camp Windy Meadows Camp Piperwood: 2222 Turk Hill Rd.,
safety, our camp counselor’s safety, and LOCKPORT, NY
everyone involved with camp’s safety and Fairport, NY 14450
well-being.
Please know that we are making every
effort to bring you multiple options for a
General Information table of contents
Girl Scout camps are open to every girl in grades K-12. Day Camp Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
summer camp experience and Girl Scouts
Girl Scouting values inclusiveness and all girls are GSWNY Day Camp Checklist & COVID info . . . 3
are always prepared. If COVID-19 does
welcome regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual Day Camp Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
impact our plans for the summer, we
will still offer Girl Scout Summer Camp. orientation, socioeconomic status, national origin, or CAMP PIPERWOOD DAY CAMP
It may be in-person, a hybrid format physical or developmental disability. Girls attending Girl Camp Piperwood Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
(combination of in-person and virtual Scout summer camp must register as members of Girl Camp Piperwood Programs for:
camping) or a completely virtual Summer Scouts of the USA. A Children’s Camp in New York State Grades K-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Camp experience. No matter what shape brochure listing NYS standards for camp operations will Grades 6-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
the upcoming summer takes, we want be available in all Camp Information Packets. Challenge Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
you to spend it with us – come and enjoy Please read the Camp Information Packets for details on Leadership Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
new experiences while connecting and our refund policy, inclement weather, cancellations, and
building sisterly bonds that will last a CAMP WINDY MEADOWS DAY CAMP
other relevant camp information. Packets can be found
lifetime. Camp Windy Meadows Introduction . . . . . . . 10
on our website or by calling 1-888-837-6410.
Camp Windy Meadows Programs for:
Grades K-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Leadership Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Alison Wilcox
CEO, Girl Scouts of WNY Financial Aid, Income Eligibility,
and Camp Application . . . . . . . . . . 13-BACK
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GSWNY SUMMER DAY CAMP GSWNY COVID-19 Guidelines for Summer Camp 2021:
CHECKLIST This upcoming summer, camp will look different than what we are used to. For example, if we are
able to run this programming, our camp attendance will be reduced and camp/staff will travel and
Camp Registration gather in small groups of 5 or 10. Safety for our campers and staff is and always will be our number
Start camp registration at gswny.org one priority. We want to assure our parents/guardians and all of our camp patrons that we will have
a safe and effective COVID-19 safety plan in place prior to staff and camper arrival. We are currently
Camp registration form done on CampDoc.com
working on reviewing our camp health safety plan and updating it to reflect strict COVID-19
Check drop off times for camp (and bus times, if guidelines and procedures. We are also creating a robust Communicable Disease Plan that will lay
applicable) in Camp Information Packet out the stringent steps of our pre arrival COVID-19 screenings/requirements as well as, the onsite
Payment or camp deposit ($25 per session) attached safety screenings and sanitation regulations that all staff and campers must adhere to. All of our
or payment online if using CampDoc.com protocols will follow the guidance set forth by the NYSHD, CDC, WHO, and GSUSA. You will find our
Review Camp Information Packet online at gswny.org full COVID-19 Camp Guidelines and Regulations located on our GSWNY summer camp page found at
bit.ly/gscamp2021 as well as, in our camp information packets.
Financial Aid Request
Request financial aid on CampDoc.com
Summer Camp 2021:
Health and Parent Forms on
Camping has always been a long standing tradition in Girl
CampDoc.com Scouts were girls can get outdoors to reconnect and embrace the
Health forms wonders of nature. In summer 2021, we look forward to exploring
Parent info, emergency contacts, and insurance and experiencing Camp: Endless Summer Adventures.
Diet and activity, health history, allergies At GSWNY we know how important it is for girls to have a
Authorization/pick-up form wonderful summer camp experience. We also want to assure you
Any other medical/parent forms that we have every intention of operating summer camp 2021 in
Immunizations - parent scans and uploads to person while following all of COVID guidelines and regulations.
CampDoc.com However, if the need should arise, we will be prepared to provide
your girls with an amazing alternative camp program. We have set
Medications form to be filled out by physician then
April 30, 2021, as our decision date to operate camp in person or
parent uploads to CampDoc.com
switch to our alternative camp (virtual) program mode.
Medical exam form - physician uploads
Our alternative camp program will operate 6 weeks, July 5th
Complete COVID health screening form
through August 13th. We will continue with activity kits mailed
directly to your home as well as provide 3 live activity zoom
Camp Payments
sessions a week. We will also be adding a more focused family
Camp balances are due no later than two weeks prior camp program. Families will have the option to come to any of
to the start of camp our 4 properties (Camp Piperwood, Camp Seven Hills, Camp
Payment can be made online on CampDoc.com, Timbercrest or Camp Windy Meadows) for a day rental or an
by mail, or in person at any council office overnight/weekend rental. While at camp, families can hike, cook
their own meals, do arts and crafts, swim, and boat, try their luck
The Week Before Camp with archery or test their skill level on the ropes challenge course.
Review camp information packet on gswny.org Additional information about alternative camp programming can
Check drop off times for camp in Camp Information be found on our website at gswny.org.
Packet (and bus times, if applicable) We want to hear from you as to the programs options you would
Review camp packing list in the Camp Information feel comfortable in having your daughter participate in. Please fill
Packet attached or online if using CampDoc.com out our GSWNY summer camp pre-registration form and reserve
your spot for summer camp 2021 at bit.ly/gscamp2021 today!
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registration and info Campers that Require
Due to the uncertainty of COVID-19 we are asking all of our GSWNY camp
families who are interested in having their child participate in summer
Reasonable Accommodations
The Girl Scouts of Western New York wants to provide a positive summer
camp 2021, to please pre-register to reserve a spot. On May 1, 2021, the
camp experience to every girl. If your child requires special accommodations
summer camp 2021 camp registration portal will re-open and families
(transportation, diet, food restrictions, extra supervision, other, etc.) while at camp,
can continue with completing their child’s camp registration and camper
please contact the Director of Camp Administration PRIOR to REGISTERING YOUR
profile.
CHILD for camp at 1-888-837-6410 or summercamp@gswny.org to discuss the possible
Please visit bit.ly/gscamp2021 to register your girl online. If you do not accommodations that could safely and reasonably be made for your child.
have a computer, contact Customer Care for online assistance, or submit
a completed paper camp application form (both sides), and a $25 deposit
to either our Rochester or Buffalo office (by mail, fax, or curbside pickup).
DISCOUNTS
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Available for registered Girl Scouts of Western New York
Families that pre-register their girl for camp between January 13 members only. To receive the Early Bird Discount of $25 for GSWNY day camp,
and April 30, 2021, will also receive an exclusive GSWNY summer registration forms must be received online or at the Girl Scout office on or before
camp 2021 patch, available through pre-registration only! Monday, May 31, 2021, at 4:30pm. Early Bird Discount applies to Camp Piperwood
• From January 13 to April 30, 2021, you will have the opportunity to only.
pre-register and reserve a spot for your girl. MORE THE MERRIER DISCOUNT: This discount applies to resident and day camp
• You will be required to pay a refundable $25 deposit (deposits programs for registered Girl Scouts of Western New York members only. The first
refundable from January 13 to April 30 only) and select an registered girl pays the full camp fee. Each additional session or additional sibling may
option of day camp, overnight camp, troop camp adventure, deduct $10. All registration forms for multiple sessions and/or siblings must be received
alternative camp or both. at the same time. The More the Merrier Discount applies to Camp Piperwood only.
• You will have from Saturday, May 1, to Wednesday, May 5, to
complete your summer camp registration for your child. May 6 camp
KEY BENEFITS OF GIRL SCOUT SUMMER CAMP
• Develop and cultivate girls’ self-identity, self-worth, self-esteem, and self-respect.
registration opens to all who are interested.
• Build girls of courage, confidence, and character by providing opportunities for girls to
• No walk-in registrations at camp will be accepted.
experience camp life on their own.
• Financial aid applications can be completed with your camp
• Focus on the 3 keys to leadership: discover new skills within themselves, connect
registration.
with others through team building and problem solving, and take action by making
• Payment is due no later than two weeks prior to the start of camp. things better at camp and in their communities.
• Cookie Gift Cards cannot be used on the online registration system or • Provide a safe environment that encourages leadership, imagination, and acceptance
your deposit. They may be used toward your camp balance or put “on as well as a community where girls feel less at risk.
account” at our camp tuck shops. If using Cookie Gift Cards for camp
balance, payment can be made at any of our Girl Scout Service Centers. Seasonal Employment Opportunities
• All deposits and camp balances can be paid by electronic check or We currently have openings for summer camp counselors. If you are interested or
credit/ debit card through the online registration system or at one of know of someone who is interested in working at camp this summer, please visit
our Girl Scout service centers. gswny.org to view our current positions and fill out an application.
Financial Assistance Camp Alumni
Girl Scouts of Western New York is dedicated to ensuring that all girls Are you an alumni of GSWNY? Have you attended a GSWNY summer camp, or are you
are able to attend camp. Financial assistance can now be requested a former GS troop leader, volunteer, or girl? If so, we want to reconnect with you. Visit
with online camp applications! Please remember to provide/upload bit.ly/gswnyalumninetwork
all required income verification documents. Funding for financial For more info on GSWNY Alumni please contact Heather Reed at
assistance is limited and early applications are encouraged. See page 13 716-935-6068 or heather.reed@gswny.org
for more details.
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Notable 2021 Dates: WHEN IS MY 2021 PROGRAM OFFERED?
ÌJune 1: Financial Aid Application Due PIPERWOOD AND WINDY MEADOWS SUMMER DAY CAMPS
ÌJune 21: Final Camp Payment Due For
Session 1 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6
CAMP PIPERWOOD 7/5-7/9 7/12-7/16 7/19-7/23 7/26-7/30 8/2-8/6 8/9-8/13
(All final payments for each session due
2 weeks before session start date.) GIRLS IN GRADES K-8
ÌJune 28: Review Camp Use Your Senses Wisely ★
Information Packet for all I’m an Outdoor Explorer! ★
important need-to-know info
Mechanical Mania ★
ÌJune 30: Virtual Camp Piperwood ★
Storyteller
Open House. See page 6 for details!
Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance ★
It’s a Bug's Life for Me ★
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS GIRLS IN GRADES 4-5
Adventures in the Trees ★ ★ ★
GIRLS IN GRADES 6-8
A Little of Both ★
Spa Piperwood ★
Piperwood Challenge Seeker ★
Cadette Trail Adventures ★
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS FOR GIRLS IN GRADES 6-8
Cables and Carabiners ★ ★
LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS GIRLS IN GRADES 7-10
Program Aide (grades 7-8) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Jr. CIT (grades 9-10) ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
CIT (grades 11-12) ★ ★
CAMP WINDY MEADOWS Session 1: 7/5-7/9 Session 2: 7/12-7/16 Session 3: 7/19-7/23
GIRLS IN GRADES K-12
Girl Scouts Make the World a Better Place ★
Dinosaur Discoveries ★
Galaxy Quest ★
LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS GIRLS IN GRADES 7-10
Program Aide (grades 7-8) ★ ★ ★
CIT (grades 11-12) ★ ★ ★
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Camp Piperwood in Fairport, NY, features vast hiking trails, a state-of-the-art
Camp Piperwood splash pad, high and low ropes courses, an archery area, and open fields. Camp
Piperwood is a great setting for campers looking for a day camp experience.
July 5 to August 13, 2021 Virtual OPEN HOUSE AT PIPERWOOD
Wednesday, June 30, 2021 ▪ 5 to 7:30 p.m.
For the safety of our campers, families and staff we are not offering our traditional
camp open house for summer 2021. Instead we have opted to provide a virtual event
that will highlight all the best of camp. Look for additional information coming soon
to our GSWNY website and the camp information packet.
ALL CAMPERS WILL RECEIVE Bus Transportation
1 PATCH AND 1 T-SHIRT! Bus transportation is available at our day camp facilities for an additional fee of $50
per girl per week. The schedules are listed by time, place and bus stop. Please note
that any bus stop stated in this brochure may be cancelled due to an insufficient
number of boarding passengers. In this instance, the bus fee will be refunded. Bus
BEFORE AND AFTER CARE refunds will not be given for any other reason or circumstance.
Early Drop Off: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.
Late Pick Up: Monday through Friday 5:30 p.m. Bus transportation is provided morning and afternoon, Monday through Friday.
Please indicate on the application if you will need bus service and carefully select
$30 per week per camper for both morning and afternoon
the bus stop that will be best for your girl.
OR $15 per week per camper for morning or evening only
We recommend that you arrive at the bus stop at least 10 to 20 minutes
Put your mind at ease and take advantage of the before and after care
early. The times printed in this brochure are estimated and may be subject
program at our day camp facilities. You may drop your child off at camp no
to delay (10-20 minutes) pending weather and traffic conditions. Parents,
earlier than 8 a.m. and pick her up no later than 5:30 p.m. Peace of mind
if you are not at the bus stop when the bus arrives, your girl will remain on
and convenience for only $30 PER WEEK PER CAMPER! Please indicate
the bus until it reaches the bus terminal. You will then have to pick her up
morning care and after care on the camp registration form.
at the bus terminal.
For the safety of our campers and staff, we will not be offering our GSWNY Camp Piperwood Bus Schedule 2021
Wednesday camp overnights this summer. We hope to bring this time- Session 1: July 5-9 Session 2: July 12-16 Session 3: July 19-23
honored tradition back in 2022. Session 4: July 26-30 Session 5: August 2-6 Session 6: August 9-13
Wal-Mart, 1490 Hudson Ave. Rochester
BUS 1 Pick-Up - 8:15 a.m. Drop-Off- 4:30 p.m.
St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3003 Dewey Ave, Greece, NY 14616
BUS 2 (Parking lot along Maiden Lane)
Pick-Up. 8 a.m. Drop-Off- 4:45.p.m.
Wegmans, 2301 Lyell Ave, Rochester
Pick-Up - 8:10 a.m. Drop-Off- 5 p.m.
BUS 3 Al Sigl Community of Agencies, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Rochester
Pick-Up - 8:30 a.m. Drop-Off- 4:30 p.m.
Tops Supermarket, 450 West Avenue, Rochester
BUS 4 Pick-Up - 8:15 a.m. Drop-Off- 4:45 p.m.
Rochester Public Library: Sully Branch, 530 Webster Ave., Rochester
BUS 5 Pick-Up - 8:20 a.m. Drop-Off- 4:30 p.m.
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CAMP PIPERWOOD PROGRAMS FOR GIRLS All programs on this page:
AT LEAST 5 YEARS OLD OR ENTERING Fee: $220 per girl/per session
GRADES K-8 IN THE FALL OF 2021 (fee includes T-shirt and patch)
Use Your
Senses Wisely
New! Gotta Sing,
Gotta Dance
Mechanical Mania
Session One: July 5-9, 2021 Session Three: July 19-23, 2021 Session Five: August 2-6, 2021
Registration closes June 21, 2021 Registration closes July 19, 2021
Registration closes July 5, 2021
Stop, look and listen. What do you see? Get into the beat of the music! Create
Join us for a week of tinkering with technology! Conduct hands-on
What do you hear? Daisies and Brownies your own dance from one of your favorite
investigations and learn the secrets of electronics while designing,
will use their senses through touch, songs or tell a story through creative dance
building and playing. This week also includes games and other
while Juniors will learn to communicate expressions. Learn what dances were
activities that will explore various careers in science and
through code, and Cadettes will learn the popular years ago and what dances are
engineering all while enjoying traditional camp activities.
key to body language. All this and more popular today. Has anything changed?
only at Camp Piperwood! Girls will earn requirements towards the following Girl Scout badges: Share your creative spirit through music
Daisy - Mechanical Engineer: Game Board; Brownie - Mechanical and dance.
Girls will earn requirements towards
Engineering: Fling Flyer; Junior - Mechanical Engineer: Balloon Car;
the following Girl Scout badges: Daisy Girls will earn requirements towards
Cadette - Journey - Think Like and Engineer
- Clover’s Story - Use Resources Wisely; the following Girl Scout badges: Daisy -
Brownie - Senses; Junior - Detective ; Gloria’s Story; Brownie - Dancer; Junior
Cadette - Special Agent. - Musician; Cadette - Public Speaker,
Science of Happiness, Screenwriter.
New! New!
I’m an Outdoor
Explorer! It’s a Bug's Life for Me
Session Six: August 9-13, 2021
Session Two: July 12-16, 2021 Registration closes July 26, 2021
Registration closes June 28, 2021
Grab your hiking shoes, day pack, and
water bottle and spend your week
New! Why are bugs important? Did you know
that bugs are the only food source for
many amphibians, reptiles, birds, and
exploring the wonders of the outdoors. Storyteller mammals? Come to Camp Piperwood
Hike, cook outdoors, learn a new camp Session Four: July 26-30, 2021 with your friends and find out how bugs,
skill, and practice first aid techniques all Registration closes July 12, 2021 flowers, and trees all play a part in the
while learning to leave a place better then Storytelling is an age-old tradition that is enjoyed by all. Ignite foods and products we use today. Make
you found it. your imagination and stimulate your curiosity as you learn the samples and products to take home to
Girls will earn requirements towards the art of storytelling. Learn about favorite stories from the past and family and friends. Games, camp songs,
following Girl Scout badges: Daisy - Daisy create new tales to share with family and friends. Come to Camp laughter, and friendship also included.
Trail Adventure; Brownie - Outdoor Piperwood and tell us your story! Girls will earn requirements towards the
Adventure; Junior - Camper; Cadette - Girls will earn requirements towards the following Girl Scout badges: following Girl Scout badges: Daisy - Eco
Primitive Camper. Daisy - Mari’s Story - Being Responsible for What I Say and Do; Learner; Brownie - Bugs; Junior - Flowers;
Brownie - My Family Story; Junior - Scribe; Cadette - Screenwriter Cadette - Trees.
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ADDITIONAL CAMP PIPERWOOD PIPERWOOD CHALLENGE
PROGRAMS FOR GIRLS COURSE PROGRAMS
ENTERING GRADES 6-8 IN FALL OF 2021 The ropes course programs are done in a progression. Girls
will start the week with team building and trust games,
progress to the low course and finish out their week on the
A Little of Both
Session Four: July 26-30, 2021
New! high course. Girls will have time to participate on the high
course elements at least one time. All low- and high-course
Registration closes July 12, 2021 Piperwood element usage is contingent on the weather.
Fee: $ 265 per person Challenge Seeker
Session One: July 5-9, 2021 Open to girls entering grades 6-8 in the Fall of 2021
This program is designed for campers
Registration closes June 21, 2021
who want to experience day camp and Cables and Carabineers
resident camp at the same time! Spend Fee: $220 per person
Monday and Friday at Piperwood and
Session Three: July 19-23, 2021
Do you like a good challenge? This week is Registration closes July 5, 2021
on Tuesday, girls will be bused to Camp
dedicated to challenging yourself and taking
Timbercrest to experience 3 days of
healthy risks. Try your hand at creating your
Session Five: August 2-6, 2021
resident camp. Spend time with your Registration closes July 19, 2021
own obstacle course that you and your friends
friends swimming, boating, hiking, Fee: $235 per person
can compete in. Take a swing on one of our high
learning new camp songs, practicing your
ropes course elements and put your taste buds This program is designed for that individual who loves
archery skills and more. Girls will return
to the test with the Piperwood food challenge. a great challenge! Girls, this is your chance to test your
to Piperwood Thursday afternoon in time
for daily dismissal. Bus transportation Girls will earn requirements towards the balancing skills on our spectacular high course elements.
provided to and from Camp Timbercrest. following Girl Scout badge: Cadette - Good Do you have what it takes to achieve our hire ropes course
Sportsmanship elements? Our trained ropes challenge course facilitators
are waiting for you to put your skills to the test. This program
New! New!
includes elements of the low ropes course and all the
splendors of Piperwood camp life.
Spa Piperwood
Session Two: July 12-16, 2021 Cadette Trail Open to girls entering grades 4-5 in the Fall of 2021
Registration closes June 28, 2021 Adventures
Fee: $220 per person Session Six: August 9-13, 2021 Adventures in the Trees
Registration closes July 26, 2021 Session Two: July 12-16, 2021
Girls will spend time pampering Registration closes June 28, 2021
themselves with facials, relaxation Fee: $220 per person
techniques, and aromatherapy. Yoga, Spend your week at camp learning the Session Four: July 26-30, 2021
Pilates, healthy eating and fun, exciting Registration closes July 12, 2021
necessary skills of a Cadette Trail Adventurer.
exercise tips are just a few of the healthy Build your own shelter and tools using rope, Session Six: August 9-13, 2021
lifestyle habits that will be explored. Take tarps, and materials you find in the natural Registration closes July 26, 2021
home natural skin products such as bath environment around you. Plan your adventure,
salts, facial masks, and lip balm that you gather your gear and hike the trails of Piperwood
Fee: $235 per person
make yourselves. and beyond. Do you have what it takes to be a This program is designed for thrill seekers everywhere!
Girls will earn requirements towards the Cadette Trail Adventurer? This is your chance to test your balancing skills on our
Girl Scout badge: Cadette - Eating for spectacular high course elements. This program includes
Girls will earn requirements towards the
Beauty elements of the low ropes course and all the splendors of
following Girl Scout badge: Cadette - Cadette Trail
Piperwood camp life.
Adventure
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CAMP PIPERWOOD LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
Prepare yourself for future summer camp staff positions
Open to girls entering Open to girls entering
grades 7-8 in the Fall of 2021 grades 9-10 in the Fall of 2021
Program Aide Two Weeks
Session One: July 5-9, 2021 Junior CIT
Registration closes June 21, 2021
(Counselor in Training)
Session Two: July 12-16, 2021 Session One & Two:
Registration closes June 28, 2021
July 5-16, 2021
Session Three: July 19-23, 2021 Registration closes June 21, 2021
Registration closes July 5, 2021
Session Three & Four:
Session Four: July 26-30, 2021 July 19-30, 2021
Registration closes July 12, 2021 Registration closes July 5, 2021
Session Five: August 2-6, 2021 For girls 15 - 17 years old
Session Five & Six:
New!
Registration closes July 19, 2021
August 2-13, 2021
Session Six: August 9-13, 2021 Registration closes July 19, 2021
Registration closes July 26, 2021 Girls can register for one two-week Four Weeks
Girls can register for two program session program session option only.
weeks only. Fee: $220 per person
CIT (Counselor In Training)
Fee: $220 per girl per session Sessions 3 through 6:
Begin training to become a camp counselor.
Junior Counselors in Training (JCITs) learn the
July 19 to August 13, 2021
Here is an opportunity to get a jump start on being Registration closes July 5, 2021
a future camp staff member. Spend time at camp fundamentals of leadership, camp management,
getting trained in program aide, earning leadership childcare, and the safety and risk management Fee: $440 per person
hours, and developing valuable skills through aspects of running a camp program. A participant This four-week course will concentrate on
hands-on experience working with younger must demonstrate appropriate maturity for her the fundamentals of the Girl Scout Camping
campers. This training/program will also allow you age, have leadership potential, a positive attitude, program, counseling techniques, leadership,
to assist at program events and troop meetings/ and be able to work well with others. Junior CITs self-esteem, and provide skills that are
campouts. At the end of the camp week, girls will can access all of the basic camp programs, (e.g., necessary when working with younger
receive their program aide pin for successfully exploring nature, arts & crafts, and relaxing around campers. Participants will plan and assist with
completing the program. campfires, songs, games, etc.) This is a two-week the supervision of activities, as well as assist
program. No application, interview, or references with instruction supervised by senior staff. The
required. CIT program is a recognized training program
throughout the country and is a recommended
prerequisite for summer camp employment.
CITs will receive their CIT pins upon successful
completion of this program.
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Camp Windy Meadows This is a volunteer-run
day camp program
Volunteer-Run Day Camp 2021: led by experienced
July 5 to 23, 2021 (9am - 4pm every weekday) volunteers!
This program is for all registered
Girl Scouts of Western New York
girls who are at least 5 years old
or older, or entering Kindergarten
and up in the fall of 2021. All
grades K-12 are welcome to
attend. Girls who are not current
Girl Scouts can register for
membership while registering for
camp. Girls entering grades 8 and
up who would like to be trained
in or assigned to leadership
responsibilities also welcome!
BEFORE AND AFTER CARE OPTIONS FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING
Early Drop Off: Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. THE WINDY MEADOWS
Late Pick Up: Monday through Friday 6:00 p.m.
There is no additional charge for before and after care. Put your mind at ease and take advantage of
VOLUNTEER-RUN DAY CAMP:
the before and after care program at our day camp facilities. You may drop your child off at camp Email Linda Zakrzewski:
no earlier than 8 a.m. and pick her up no later than 6 p.m. Please indicate before and/or after care Lindaz777@yahoo.com
on the camp registration form.
Or visit their Facebook group:
FOOD AT CAMP facebook.com/groups/WindyMeadowsDayCamp/
• The cost of camp includes lunch each day, plus dinner and breakfast for the sleepover.
• Girls are welcome to bring their own afternoon snack.
• THIS IS A NUT-FREE CAMP!
• Girl Scouts are expected to have a water bottle with them at all times.
• Fruit and healthy snacks will be available throughout the day.
VOLUNTEERS
Adults who would like to volunteer at Windy Meadows Day Camp should contact Linda
Zakrzewski directly at Lindaz777@yahoo.com.
Volunteers must be over 18 years old, and be screened and pass a background check, and register
with Girl Scouts.
10CAMP WINDY MEADOWS PROGRAMS FOR GIRLS AT LEAST 5 YEARS OLD
OR ENTERING GRADES K-12 IN THE FALL OF 2021
Girl Scouts Make the Dinosaur Discoveries Galaxy Quest
World A Better Place Session Two: July 12 to 16, 2021
Registration closes June 28, 2021
Session Three: July 19 to 23, 2021
Registration closes June 28, 2021
Session One: July 5 to 9, 2021
Registration closes June 28, 2021 Fee: $100 per girl Fee: $100 per girl
Early Bird and sister discounts do not apply. Early Bird and sister discounts do not apply.
Fee: $100 per girl See above for optional sleepover. See above for optional sleepover.
Early Bird and sister discounts do not apply.
See above for optional sleepover. What was earth like 100 million years ago? Girl Scouts, take a trip across the galaxy at camp!
Discover the amazing creatures that were alive We will explore earth, planets, the moon, and the
Do you like to help others and your community? At
then and now. Campers will go on a dinosaur sun, while traveling around camp and having a
camp this week, girls will connect with important
dig, create salt dough fossils, and make fizzing blast! Get in touch with your creative side, too! This
helpers in the local community. Girls will also
dinosaur eggs. Girls will also learn how to take week will feature special programming including
learn about where they live and how they can
good care of the earth for the future as they learn painting, photography, drawing, clay, and more
make an impact in a big way. By meeting with
the principles of Leave No Trace. outdoor art.
local first responders and healthcare experts, girls
will earn the First Aid Badges at each level. Girls will earn requirements toward the following Girls will earn requirements toward the following
Girl Scout badges: Daisy - Eco Learner, Buddy Girl Scout badges: Daisy - Space Science Explorer,
Girls will earn requirements toward the following
Camper; Brownie - Eco Friend, Home Scientist; Outdoor Art Maker; Brownie - Space Science
Girl Scout badges: Daisy - Safety Pin, Rosie's Petal;
Junior - Eco Camper, Detective; Cadette - Eco Adventurer, Outdoor Art Creator; Junior - Space
Brownie - First Aid, Household Elf; Junior - First
Trekker, Archery Science Investigator, Outdoor Art Explorer; Cadette
Aid, Gardener; Cadette - First Aid, Archery
- Space Science Researcher, Outdoor Art Expert
11CAMP WINDY MEADOWS
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR GIRLS
PLEASE INCLUDE CAMP NAME ON YOUR REGISTRATION.
This is a nickname you will use at camp instead of your real name.
Open to girls entering grades 8-12 in Fall 2021
Session One - July 5 to 9, 2021
Session Two - July 12 to 16, 2021
Session Three - July 19 to 23, 2021
Registration closes June 28, 2021 for all three sessions!
Fee: $40 per girl per session
Early Bird and sister discounts do not apply.
Here is an opportunity to get a jump start on being a future camp staff member. Spend time at camp earning
leadership hours, and developing valuable skills through hands-on experience working with younger campers.
This program will also allow you to assist at program events and troop meetings/campouts.
12Financial Assistance INCOME ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
Our Financial Assistance Fund is available to help defray camp INCOME ELIGIBILITY FORM FOR THE SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM LOCATED ON NEXT PAGE
(For Use by Camps and Closed Enrolled Sites) Please complete and sign the form using the instructions below.
costs for Girl Scouts registered with Girl Scouts of Western New
York, Inc. The assistance is intended to supplement the applicant’s Follow these instructions, if your household If your household includes a FOSTER CHILD, use one application for
own contribution to the cost of camp. All information will remain gets SNAP (Food Stamps) TANF or FDPIR: the whole household and follow these instructions:
strictly confidential. Aid applications are on the back of the Day Part 1: List participant's name and a SNAP (Food Part 1: Enter the child's name.
and Resident Camp Registration forms. Note: Financial aid is Stamp), TANF or FDPIR case number. Part 2: Please contact Foodlink at (585) 328-3380
Part 2: Skip this part. Part 3: Complete this part if you are applying for other children in the
available for only one (1) program choice per girl. Part 3: You must complete this part. household and you did not enter a SNAP (Food Stamp), TANF or FDPIR case
With generous support from our local United Ways, private Part 4: Sign the form. A Social Security Number number in Part 1.
foundations and donors, we are able to offer families who qualify is NOT required. Part 4: Sign the form. If Part 3 was completed, provide the last four digits
Part 5: Answer this question if you choose to. of the signing adult's Social Security Number.
up to 5 weeks of day camp or the combination of 1 week of resident
Part 5: Answer this question if you choose to.
camp with 3 weeks of day camp at a discounted rate. To see if you
qualify or for more information on this opportunity please call ALL OTHER HOUSEHOLDS, including WIC households, follow these instructions:
1-888-837-6410 or email customercare@gswny.org. Part 1: List each participant's name.
To be considered for financial assistance, you must meet the Part 2: Skip this part.
Part 3: Follow these instructions to report total household income from last month.
following criteria: Column A-Name: List the first and last name of each person living in your household, related or not (such as grandparents,
• Camper MUST be a registered Girl Scout member of the Girl Scouts other relatives, or friends who live with you). You must include yourself and all children living with you. Attach another sheet
of Western New York, Inc. of paper if you need to.
Column B-Gross income last month and how often it was received. Next to each person’s name, list each type of
• Applications should be submitted online or to a Girl Scout income received last month, and how often it was received.
Service Center as early as possible and no later than June 1, 2021. In Box 1, list the gross income each person earned from work. This is not the same as take-home pay. Gross income is the
(Applications received after the deadline date may not be funded.) amount earned before taxes and other deductions. The amount should be listed on your pay stub, or your boss can tell
you. Next to the amount, write how often the person got it (weekly, every other week, twice a month, or monthly).
• Campers must NOT be delinquent in payments to the council for In box 2, list the amount each person got last month from welfare, child support, alimony.
cookies, QSP merchandise, programs, or prior years’ camp fees. In box 3, list Social Security, pensions, and retirement.
Steps to Apply for Assistance In box 4, list ALL OTHER INCOME SOURCES including Worker’s Compensation, unemployment, strike benefits, Supplemental
Security Income (SSI), Veteran’s benefits (VA benefits), disability benefits, regular contributions from people who do not live
• Fill out one camp application for each girl. in your household. Report net income for self-owned business, farm, or rental income. Next to the amount, write how often
• Complete the Financial Aid - Household Income Eligibility the person got it. If you are in the Military Housing Privatization Initiative do not include this housing allowance.
Information. Column C-Check if no income: If the person does not have any income, check the box.
Part 4: An adult household member must sign the form and include the last four digits of his or her Social Security Number, or
• Identify a specific dollar amount the family can contribute. mark the box if he or she doesn't have one.
• Write an explanation of why you are requesting financial Part 5: Answer this question if you choose to.
assistance as detailed on the application. Privacy Act Statement: The Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act requires the information on this application. You do not have to give the
• Provide the income verification documents. Submit/upload a information, but if you do not, we cannot approve your child for free or reduced price meals. You must include the social security number of the adult
household member who signs the application. The social security number is not required when you apply on behalf of a foster child or you list a SNAP,
copy of the family’s 2020 1040 tax form and/or 1099 (pay stubs Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Program or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) case number for your child or
not accepted) or another form of income verification (such as other (FDPIR) identifier or when you indicate that the adult household member signing the application does not have a social security number. We will
use your information to determine if your child is eligible for free or reduced price meals, and for administration and enforcement of the Program.
Social Security statement, SNAP, or other county/state assistance Non-discrimination Statement: In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations
statements). and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from
discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity
If you are completing a paper application then please mail conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large
the completed 2021 Summer Day Camp to: print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf,
hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may
Rochester Service Center be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint
Girl Scouts of Western New York, Inc. Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and
provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed
1000 Elmwood Ave, Door #9 form or letter to USDA by:
Rochester, NY 14620 (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Attn: Summer Camp FA Awards Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
If financial aid information is completed in full and includes the Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; If you need help filling out the
$25 deposit, parents/guardians should receive notice of their (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or
(3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.
form, please call 1-888-837-6410.
request within a short period of submission. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
13INCOME ELIGIBILITY FORM
Part 1. Children enrolled in Camp or Closed Enrolled Sites. Part 5. Participant’s ethnic and
racial identities (optional)
Names (First, Middle Initial, Last) SNAP (Food Stamp), TANF or FDPIR case# (if any). Mark one ethnic identity:
Hispanic or Latino
Not Hispanic or Latino
Mark one or more racial identities:
Asian
American Indian or Alaska Native
Black or African American
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
White
DON’T FILL OUT THIS PART.
THIS IS FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY.
Part 2. Foster Child Annual Income Conversion:
Foster children eligible for free and reduced-price meals regardless of household income. If a foster child lives with you, please Weekly x 52, Every 2 Weeks x 26,
contact Foodlink at (585) 328-3380. Complete Part 3 if you are applying for other children in your household and you did not Twice A Month x 24, Monthly x 12
enter a SNAP (Food Stamp), TANF or FDPIR case number in Part 1.
Total Income:_____________
Part 3. Total Household Gross Income-You must tell us how much and how often Per: Week, Every 2 Weeks,
C.
Twice Month, Month, Year
A. Name B. Gross income and how often it was received
(List everyone in household, Example: $100/monthly $100/twice a month $100/every other week $100/weekly Check
if NO Household size: ________________
including children)
1.Earnings from work 2. Welfare, child support, 3. Social Security, 4. All Other Income income
before deductions alimony pensions, retirement, Categorical Eligibility: ___________
1 $ $ $ $
Date Withdrawn:__________
2 $ $ $ $
3 $ $ $ $ Eligibility:
4 $ $ $ $ Free____ Reduced____ Denied_____
5 $ $ $ $
6 $ $ $ $ Reason: ____________________________
7 $ $ $ $ ___________________________________
8 $ $ $ $
Determining Official’s Signature:
9 $ $ $ $
10 $ $ $ $ ___________________________________
Date:___________________
Part 4. Signature and Social Security Number (Adult must sign)
An adult household member must sign this form. If Part 3 is completed, the adult signing the form must also list the last four digits of his or her Social Security
Number or mark the “I do not have a Social Security Number’’ box. (See Privacy Act Statement on the back of this page.) Confirming Official’s Signature:
___________________________________
I certify that all information on this form is true and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of Federal funds.
I understand that SFSP officials may verify the information. I understand that if I purposely give false information, the participant receiving meals may lose the Date:___________________
meal benefits, and I may be prosecuted.
Sign here: X _________________________Print name: __________________Date:_________ Follow-up Official’s Signature:
Address:____________________________ Phone Number:____________________________
___________________________________
Last four digits of Social Security Number: _______________ I do not have a Social Security Number
Date:___________________
142021 PIPERWOOD & WINDY MEADOWS DAY CAMP APPLICATION
Register for camp online! Visit us at www.gswny.org
Or mail this application and payment to:
How did you hear about our Summer Day Camp Programs? Rochester Service Center
1000 Elmwood Avenue, Door 9
Rochester, NY 14620
Fax: 585.292.1086
CAMPER INFORMATION SCHOOL INFORMATION CAMP INFORMATION
Camper’s Name Grade in school (9/2021): PACKET (ALL CAMPERS)
Date of Birth Current Age Name of School: Packets contain camp information that
Address County parents are required to review, directions
For Piperwood only: to your camp, packing lists for your camper
City/State/Zip and so much more. You will receive emails
Rochester City School District ID #
Home Phone: (Found in upper left corner of report card): indicating receipt of registration, balance
Family E-mail owed if applicable and a link to your Camp
Information Packet.
Buddy Name (only applicable if buddy is in the same age group and same program): � I give GSWNY permission to contact
my child’s school to obtain their RCSID#.
T-SHIRT SIZE:
CAMPER MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Youth M Youth L Adult S
Is the camper a registered Girl Scout? �Yes �No If no, please enclose a $25 membership fee on a separate check/Money Order. Adult M Adult L Adult XL
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION FORM OF PAYMENT
Parent/Guardian #1 Parent/Guardian #2 Payment must include at least the
Relationship to Camper Relationship to Camper $25 deposit AND the Girl Scout
Email Cell Email Cell Membership fee (if applicable)
Total amount of payment: $
If different from camper’s: If different from camper’s:
Address Address � My payment includes the $25 Girl Scout
membership fee
Phone (Home) Phone (Home)
Camper lives with: � Both parents � Mother � Father � Other: � Cash, Check, or Money Order
-OR-
CAMPER PROGRAMS/SESSIONS CHOICES AT DAY CAMP
Please print neatly the Program Name; Bus Stop requested; Name and place an “X” in the boxes for the other items which you are requesting. � MC � Visa � Discover � AMEX
Girls should pick programs based on grade level they will be entering in the NEXT school year (2021). Credit Card Account #:
Camp Choice: Before Before Care After Care
Session Date(s) Bus Stop & After Care ONLY ONLY Financial Aid
Piperwood (P) or Program Name Bus Stop Requested
Windy Meadows (WM) -or- Session Number $50 Request Exp. Date:
$30 $15 $15
Print Name of Cardholder:
Signature of Cardholder:
15PARENT/GUARDIAN AGREEMENT (ALL CAMPERS)
GSWNY Member and Camp Regulations: I hereby register my child for designated session(s) at one of the GSWNY summer camp(s) and I authorize my daughter to
become a member of Girl Scouts of Western New York. My daughter and I have read and understand the information in the camp brochure and agree to cooperate with
all camp regulations.
Camp Information Packet: I will read the Camp Information Packet upon registration and understand I am responsible for following the camp policies including but not
limited to payment procedures and deadlines, parent/camper behavior agreement, internet policies and camp hours of operation.
Participation Permissions: I give full permission for my daughter to attend and participate in all camp activities, including out-of-camp trips/hikes. I give consent for my
child to take part in field trips or excursions off camp property under proper supervision.
Photographs: I give consent that GSWNY may use photographs, slides, and video of my child, as may be needed for its records or promotional purposes including website
material to promote the interest of Girl Scouting. This includes the American Camp Association, the United Way grants, and Camp America.
Deadlines and Forfeiture of Registration: I further understand that my child’s spot is reserved only upon receipt by GSWNY of the fully completed registration form
health information, the required COVID-19 health screening form, and the $25 per child registration fee and that failure to pay balance due by the deadline, will forfeit my
child’s registration.
Inherent Risk Statement: I understand that GSWNY has taken the necessary steps to provide the appropriate training, the necessary equipment and skilled seasonal
staff for my child’s camp experience. I also acknowledge that there are inherent risks associated with camp activities such as ropes challenge course, horseback riding,
rock climbing, whitewater rafting, swimming, and boating/canoeing/kayaking and other components of camp and I am aware that by participating in any of these activities
that my child could be injured.
As the parent/guardian accountable for my child, I assume and accept the full responsibility for her participation at camp. I am also aware of and assume the risks
associated with camp and agree to release and hold harmless Girl Scouts of WNY, Inc., its employees (full, part-time and seasonal), agents and volunteers from any and
all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my child’s participation at any of the GSWNY camps.
PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE: DATE:
FINANCIAL AID FAMILY CONTRIBUTION:
How much can your family contribute (in addition to
FINANCIAL AID STATEMENT OF NEED
(attach a separate sheet of paper if necessary)
GSWNY has summer camp financial
aid available for our girls. Please the deposit) towards camp? $ On the lines below, please explain why you are
fill out both pages 1 and 2 of this requesting financial assistance. Please be specific
Registration Form completely, along about your present financial obligations. Your
with the income verification form HOUSEHOLD INCOME INFORMATION application cannot be processed without this
(located in the camp catalog) and Annual Household Combined Income: $ information. All information included on this form is
submit as early as possible so that held strictly confidential.
we can offer your girl the most # of adults supported by income:
financial assistance available to her. # of children supported by income:
Parent/Guardian 1 Name:
PLEASE FILL
�Employed �Unemployed �None/Retired
THIS SECTION
�One or more adults are working full-time
OUT COMPLETELY Parent/Guardian 2 Name:
IF ASKING FOR �Employed �Unemployed �None/Retired
FINANCIAL AID. �One or more adults are working full-timeYou can also read
