2014 Resident Camp Guide by Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois

2014

Camp Programs

Spring Prairie, Camp McCormick

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Our CampsÂ

Camp Dean

Camp Dean has 160 acres of wetlands, woodlands, and prairies for campers to explore. Located in Big Rock, about an hour west of Chicago, Camp Dean offers a unique camp setting for girls that is far enough for adventure and independence but still feels close to home. The facilities include four program centers, platform tent and sleeping cabin units, grassy sport fields, pool, private pond, trails, creek, dining hall, health center, camp office and more.

Camp Far Horizons

Camp Far Horizons is located near the Mississippi River in Hanover (about 30 minutes southeast of Galena) and has over 235 acres of woods and many nature trails. Camp facilities include a central dining hall, outdoor pool with showers, craft and nature tents, archery range, rappelling tower, volleyball field, and health center. Girls sleep in screened-in, platform tents in units containing 12-36 girls. Each unit is equipped with a wash stand, running water, latrines and a fire ring.

Chapman Hills

This 105-acre camp is located in southeast Wisconsin, about 1 hour and 10 minutes from Rockford and only 22 minutes north of Lake Geneva. One lodge is open year-round for troop camping. There are three platform tent sites available April to mid October.

Camp McCormick

Camp McCormick has over 400 acres of woods and meadows and is located a few miles south of Rockford, about 1 Â˝ hours northwest of Chicago. Camp facilities include a central dining hall, outdoor pool, showers, craft building, health center, hiking trails, covered wagons, Adirondacks, and platform tents. Units have latrines and washstands.

Mary Ann Beebe Center

Located between Woodstock and Harvard, MABC has 295 acres of wetland, prairie and woods. There is a small pond with a beautiful suspension bridge, very popular for bridging ceremonies. The lodge is available year-round and the other units are available from April to October. 2

Camping Opportunities Resident (Overnight) Camp is where girls live at camp for sessions ranging from 3 days/2 nights

up to 13 days/12 nights. During their stay, girls live in sleeping cabins, platform tents, Adirondacks, or covered wagons. Girls can attend on their own, with a buddy (current Girl Scout or non-member), or with girls from their troop. There are also family camp sessions for girls and an adult. Resident camp is delivered by seasonal staff. See pages 13–16 for descriptions of our resident camp sessions.

Day Camp offers girls the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors during the day and return home each

evening. However, many day camps offer an overnight option once during the week-long program. GSNI offers two types of Day Camp: • Volunteer-Led Day/Twilight Camps are held at GSNI camp properties, local forest preserves, or other outdoor facilities within the community. Volunteer-led day/twilight camps are facilitated solely by volunteers. Check with your local service unit for more information about volunteer-led day/twilight camping opportunities.

• Council-Run Day Camp is currently offered at Camp Dean and facilitated by the Camp Dean Resident Camp Staff. See pages 17–18 for more information about our council-run day camps.

Troop Camp can happen year round and may be an indoor experience in a “lodge” or an outdoor

experience in a tent-type structure. Troop leaders (or appointed adult) are required to take additional trainings prior to taking the troop camping. Activities during troop camp will depend on the group and location of their camping experience.

Troop Trek is a pre-planned camping opportunity for Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors. Most troops

attending Troop Trek are first-time camping troops. All activities are planned and implemented by a core group of volunteers and program aides. For more information about Troop Trek, see page 18.

Service Unit Camps are often referred to as Camporees or Encampments. These camping

opportunities are planned and implemented by service unit volunteers. Service unit camping opportunities usually last one to two nights. Check with your local service unit for more information about these events. Camping Opportunities

Dean

Far Horizons

McCormick

Chapman Hills

Mary Ann Beebe Center

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Council-Run Day Camp

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Troop Camping

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Troop Trek

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Activities at Camp Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois offers many activities at the camp properties. Below is a chart of the activities offered year-round/seasonally to troops and groups. Some activities will require additional training. Contact the Campsite Coordinator for more information and to schedule these activities. Dean

Far Horizons

McCormick

Chapman Hills

Mary Ann Beebe Center

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Canoeing/Kayaking

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Crate Stacking

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Creek Exploration

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Cross Country Skiing

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Fishing

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Geocaching

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Low Ropes

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Rappelling

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Sledding

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Camping Amenities

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Far Horizons

McCormick

Mattresses and cots in outdoor sleeping units

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Mattresses in Lodges

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Latrines

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Lights in outdoor sleeping units

Chapman Hills

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Refrigerators in outside sleeping units

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* Not all lodges offer flush-toilets. If no flush-toilets, latrines are available. � Sleeping cabins only

Cool Camp Promo! If at least 50% of the girls in your troop* attend a GSNI resident camp session in the Summer of 2014, your troop will receive one free night of tent camping or half-off one night in a lodge at a GSNI camp during the 2015 membership year (Oct. 2014–Sept. 2015).

* Number of girls registered with troop as of June 1, 2014. Example: If you have 12 girls registered in your troop on June 1, 2014, and six of them attend a GSNI resident (overnight) camp session, including family camp sessions but NOT Camp Dean Day Camp, you qualify. If you have three girls who attend two sessions each for a total of six sessions, this does NOT qualify. The count is based on individual girl attendance. The girls do not all need to attend the same session.

W E L C O M E

Dear Campers and Families, I would like to thank you for taking the time to look through all of the great programs we plan to offer this summer at our camps. We have many new programs, as well as a few of the classics. Some of the programs were suggested by past campers because they want to see these sessions at our camps. Camping is a unique experience. We, in Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois, believe that by attending a camp, especially one with an overnight stay, a girl will discover new talents and skills that she would not acquire anywhere else. This year, we list a Girl Scout Leadership Outcome for each session. Our plan is to commit to this particular outcome by following through on the Girl Scout Three Processes of girl-led, learning by doing, and cooperative learning. Because of this approach, we hope that by the end of your camper’s session you will see a positive impact on her leadership skills. For more information on the Girl Scout Leadership Outcomes, please refer to Transforming Leadership on our website. As you look through the sessions, please keep in mind that ALL campers will have the opportunity to swim, make something in arts & crafts, cook out, and explore the camp no matter their session topic. Some activities, such as archery, canoeing and kayaking, and crate stacking are only available to specific campers due to safety guidelines. Please understand your camper’s safety is our top priority when making these decisions. I am always available to answer questions about camp. Camp is my favorite place! Please visit our camps before the summer season starts during our Spring Camp Service Days or May Open Houses. I look forward to seeing you at one of our camps real soon! Summer will be here sooner than you think! Happy Camping!

Fe lecia Dupcza k

Girl Leadership Specialist – Camp Pathway

Camp Activities by Grade

During resident and Camp Dean Day Camp, your camper may be able to participate in these activities. We schedule time for every camper to participate in arts & crafts, outdoor cooking, and swimming, no matter the session they are attending. Due to safety guidelines, not all activities are suited for every camper. Also, depending on the group’s interest and time available, your camper may not be able to participate in some of these activities. Activities are listed by grade entering, to correspond to the program listings in the camp booklet. Activities Archery Arts & Crafts Basic Outdoor Skills* Canoeing/Kayaking Crate Stacking

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* Basic Outdoor Skills includes: fire building, cooking, hiking, environmental education, dressing for the weather, knife safety, knot tying, and first aid. ** Only available to campers who sign up for programs specifically listing horseback riding as an activity in the camp book.

Activities at all of GSNI’s resident camps include arts, aquatics, archery, games, outdoor skills, team challenges, and many, many more options. The resident program is centered on girl planning. Campers plan their activities and time at camp through individual and small group processes. This method of program allows campers the freedom to choose and express how they spend their time at camp. All GSNI resident camp programs help a girl develop important life skills through fun, exciting and challenging activities.

Sample Schedule Resident Camp

Day Camp

7 a.m.

Wake Up!

8:45 a.m. Check-In

7:45 a.m.

Flag Ceremony

9 a.m.

Unit Activities

8 a.m.

Breakfast

12 Noon

Lunch

9 a.m.

Unit/Session Specific Activities

1 p.m.

Unit Activities

12 Noon

Lunch

1:30 p.m.

Swim

1 p.m.

Me Time (1-hour rest time)

2:45 p.m.

Check-Out Begins

2 p.m.

Camperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice (Mon. and Thurs.)

Unit/Session Specific Activities (Tues. and Weds.)

5:15 p.m.

Flag Ceremony

5:30 p.m. Dinner 6:30 p.m. Unit Activities

All Camp Activity

9 p.m.

Bedtime

Unit Activities: Swimming, arts & crafts, archery, basic outdoor skills, environmental education, geocaching, crate stacking, canoeing, games, and more. Session Specific Activities: Horseback riding, field trips, etc. All Camp Activities: Evening campfires, open swims, skit nights, group games, singing, and special events. Camperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice: A block of time when campers can choose from the above list of unit activities and participate on their own. This is a great time to choose an activity your group was unable to do because of limited time or group interest.

Camp Information Camp Staff Camp staff is carefully selected from applicants throughout the United States and abroad. All camp staff are at least 18 years of age and chosen for their program skills and experience working with children. All staff participate in an extensive pre-camp training. Staff who supervise aquatic activities have specialized skills and training.

as well as Girl Scouts of the USA policies and standards. All camps meet industry standards for health, safety, site, food service management, human resources, program design and activities. Due to the length of season, GSNI has chosen to have only Camp Dean and Camp McCormick accredited by the American Camp Association.

Campers with Disabilities The goal of our camps is to provide a successful experience for all girls. Parents are requested to communicate with Felecia Dupczak (fdupczak@girlscoutsni.org or Ext. 7161) about campers with any special needs or disabilities. This enables the camp to make every effort to accommodate those needs in their facilities with appropriate staff.

Health centers are staffed by a resident health supervisor. Unit counselors are first-aid/CPR trained. For all camps, emergency care is available at a nearby clinic or hospital. No camper, child or adult, is admitted to camp without the proper health form completed and signed. The proper form and instructions are mailed or emailed in the confirmation packet.

Transportation Transportation to and from camp is NOT included in any camp session. Living in the Out of Doors Campers and staff live in groups called units. This may include platform tents, cabins, Adirondacks, or covered wagons. Staff members will be sleeping in the units in separate accommodations from the girls. Meals are well balanced, nutritious, and served family-style in the dining hall. Girls also have the opportunity to cook some meals outdoors with their unit. Some camp sessions take girls on field trips, visiting attractions in the camp area. Health and Safety All Girl Scout camps in this brochure are licensed by their state and uphold state and federal health and safety codes,

Each camp has procedures in place to monitor and respond to emergencies, including weather conditions, to ensure the health and safety of campers. Details are included in the confirmation packet. Check in/Check out Unless otherwise noted, check in is 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;4 p.m. on the first day of the session, and check out is 2:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3:30 p.m. on the last day of the session. Visitors We invite camp families to visit during the scheduled Camp Open Houses in May. You will be able to view the facilities and meet the staff. Visitors are welcome only at that time. For safety, access to camp properties is limited when children are present. Once camp is in session, it is important for our girlplanned schedule to run smoothly.

Program Changes Although rare, the Girl Scout council, for a variety of reasons, may occasionally cancel a camp session. If this occurs, you can expect the entire camp fee, including the deposit to be refunded. Other times, certain activities described in the camp brochure must be suspended or changed due to circumstances beyond our control, such as inclement weather, equipment availability, and staffing. In these situations, we try to adapt by offering alternative program options. Under circumstances of this type, refunds should not be expected. Title XX Grant If you receive public aid from the State of Illinois, and/or your child has a medical card from the State of Illinois, you may be eligible for a full scholarship to attend camp. Please be aware that your child is only eligible to receive Title XX funding for attendance at one camp each summer. Sessions qualifying for the Title XX grant have been indicated in the AtA-Glance (page 12) with an [XX] after the session title. This grant is available for limited registrations. Please register as soon as possible. For more information about the grant and/or applying for Title XX, contact Felecia Dupczak at fdupczak@girlscoutsni.org or call 630-897-1565, Ext. 7161 .

Registration Form

RESIDENT CAMP REGISTRATION FORM

This form can be photo copied. Submit one form per camper OR register online at www.girlscoutsni.org. Registration opens January 15, 2014.

PLEASE PRINT: Camper Name ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________ City _________________________________ State/Zip _______________ Home Phone ___________________________________________________________________ Girl Scout � Girl’s Date of Birth _______ /________ /___________

Age ________

T-shirt size (Day Camp Sessions Only): YS �

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Non-Girl Scout �

Grade (Fall 2014) _______

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Parent/Guardian __________________________________ Day Phone _________________________________ Relationship __________ Parent/Guardian __________________________________ Day Phone _________________________________ Relationship __________ Contact Email ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMERGENCY INFORMATION: Parents/guardians—If you cannot be reached in case of an emergency, please list the name of a friend or relative who will be able to contact you. Name _____________________________________________________________ Relationship _________________________________________ Day Phone ____________________________________________ Evening Phone __________________________________________________ BUDDY INFORMATION: My camper would like to be in the same session as: (List only ONE BUDDY and make sure the friend is attending the same session and that she indicates your camper’s name as a buddy reference on her application. Submit both applications together.) Buddy's Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ List all sessions for which you are registering. If attending more than 3 sessions, use an additional form. PLEASE PROGRAM NAME CAMP NAME SESSION SESSION AMOUNT PAYING PRINT DATES FEE AT THIS TIME* 1st session 2nd session 3rd session Girl Scout registration fee (due only if your camper is not currently a Girl Scout) $15**

TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED *IMPORTANT: A $50 deposit is required for each session. If a deposit is not included, registration WILL NOT be processed. Deposit is refundable ONLY if the session is not available. The only exception are those applying for Title XX Grants—no deposit is required. (See page 7 for Title XX information.) PAYMENT INFORMATION: Form of payment : (Please indicate amount of each applicable type.) _______________ Cash CREDIT CARD TYPE:

_______________ Check/Money Order

� VISA

� MasterCard

______________ Credit Card

� Discover

______________ Cookie Dough (not for deposit)

Expires _______________________

Cardholder’s Name (PRINTED) __________________________________________________ Signature ________________________________________________ Cardholder’s Address ________________________________________________________________ City/Zip _______________________________________________ Card # ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Validation Code ___________________

Three-digit number on back of card in signature box.

**My camper is not currently a registered Girl Scout. I have included a $15 membership fee and understand this registers my camper as a Girl Scout through 9/30/2014. This membership fee is non-refundable. OFFICE USE ONLY Amount Received $ ___________________ Date ___________________ Payment processed by ______________________________________ Entered in Personify by ___________________________________________________________________________ Date _________________________

Media Permission: When participating in Girl Scout activities, I may be photographed for print, videotaped, or electronically imaged. Images may be used in promotional materials, news releases, and other published formats for either the local Girl Scout council or Girl Scouts of the USA. The images will be the sole property of either the local council/GSUSA. Check here if you wish to opt out at this time. �

Camp Registration Information Registration for all summer camps will be on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning January 15.

Register: Online at www.girlscoutsni.org By mail to GSNI Elgin Service Center, 12N124 Coombs Road Elgin, IL 60124 By fax to 847-741-5667 In person at any GSNI Service Center At this time, campers who are not currently members of GSNI will need to register by mail, fax, or in person. Online registration is NOT available for family camp sessions. DEPOSIT A $50 deposit is REQUIRED for EACH session/person registered. Deposits may be cash, check or charge. Deposits CANNOT be Financial Assistance or Cookie Dough/S’More Dough. Family camps must be paid in full. BALANCE DUE/REQUIRED PAPERWORK Early Return Special: If full payment and all required forms, including proper health forms, are on file in the Elgin Service Center by May 1, your camper will receive one camp patch and one $5 credit at the Camp Trading Post. The patch and credit will be available ONLY at the first camp session attended by the camper— one patch/credit per camper. All balances and paperwork are due to the Elgin Service Center by June 1. BUDDY PREFERENCE: An important part of camp is making new friends; however, we understand that your camper may feel more comfortable coming to camp with a friend. Two girls who would like to attend resident camp together should: If mailing, fill in the buddy preference section on the registration form and mail the two registration forms together in the same envelope to

guarantee both are registered for the program. If registering online, submit your registrations on the same day. Buddy requests must be mutual and for the same camp, program and session. Both campers must satisfy prerequisites. Remember—if more than two girls from your troop are attending the same camp, program and session, you will all be in the same unit. However, in order to encourage making new friends, we encourage no more than two girls from the same troop be placed in one tent. TAKE NOTE: Grades indicated are as of September 2014. Register early—session cancellations due to low registration will be determined on May 1. REFUNDS Deposits 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. At the end of the summer, partial refunds will be considered on a case-by-case basis and only in the case of extenuating family circumstances or medical reasons supported by a doctor’s statement. 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 Felecia Dupczak at fdupczak@girlscoutsni.org or call 630-897-1565, Ext. 7161 for a refund request form. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE To apply, complete the Campership Application on page 9 and mail with $50 deposit and registration form to the Elgin Service Center, 12N124 Coombs Road, Elgin, IL 60124. Initial campership application deadline

is April 1, with notice of initial award sent by April 15. Financial assistance is available only to members of GSNI. Applications will not be processed without the deposit and registration form. COOKIE DOUGH/S’MORE DOUGH These certificates, earned by Girl Scouts through participation in GSNI product programs, may be used toward the balance of the girl’s camp fee. They may not be used for the deposit or adult camp fees. CONFIRMATION PACKETS Confirmations will be MAILED beginning March 3 and every two (2) weeks thereafter.

Camp Open Houses Camp Dean

46W253 Camp Dean Rd., Big Rock, IL

Sunday, May 4, 1–4 p.m.

Camp McCormick

9995 N. Girl Scout Rd., Stillman Valley, IL

Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. For information, contact Felecia Dupczak Email: fdupczak@girlscoutsni.org Phone: 630-897-1565, Ext. 7161

Don’t forget to turn in your forms by May 1 for a patch and $5 credit at the Camp Trading Post!

Campership Application (One per Camper)

The Campership Application must be filled out completely. The initial campership application deadline is April 1, with notice of initial awards sent by April 15. Applications submitted after April 1 will be reviewed after May 15 and June 1. Decisions are made strictly on the basis of financial situation and council funds. A limited amount of financial assistance is available. Applications remain confidential.

COST OF CAMP: AMOUNT GIRL CAN PAY: AMOUNT OF COOKIE DOUGH: AMOUNT FAMILY CAN PAY:

$ __________ $ __________ $ __________ $ __________

AMOUNT REQUESTED:

$ __________

(Line 1 minus Lines 2, 3, 4)

Each family is expected to pay a portion of the fees, including the $50 deposit required at time of registration.

Missing or incomplete information will delay your request.

Camper’s Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Adult Contact Person’s Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street City State Zip

Home Phone: (_______)_____________________ Contact’s email address : ______________________________________________ Grade (Fall 2014): _____________________ # of children in family: _____________________ Ages: ______________________ Girl lives with: ______ both parents ______ mother ______ father ______other __________________________________________ Mother employed: ____yes ____no

Father employed: ____yes ____no

Total Household Income: ____Under $15,000

____$15,001-$30,000 ____ $30,001-60,000

____$60,001-$80,000

____ over $80,000

Level: ____Non Girl Scout ____Ages 6-8 ____Ages 9-10 ____Ages 11-12 ____Ages 13-14 ____Ages 15-17 # years in Girl Scouting :_______ Session Date: _______________ Session Choice: __________________________________ Camp: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: All questions must be completed. Attach additional pages if necessary. 1. Describe specific reasons or circumstances for requesting campership funds. _________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Did your daughter participate in the 2013–14 Girl Scout Fall Product and Cookie Programs? If no, why not? _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. If your daughter earned Cookie Dough/S’more Dough and you are not applying it to camp, why not? _________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. What do you hope your camper learns from this experience? ____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature: ________________________________________________________ Date: __________________________ Please submit application with $50 deposit and registration form to: GSNI, Elgin Service Center, 12N124 Coombs Road, Elgin, IL 60124 OFFICE USE ONLY Amount Paid $ _____________________________ Campership $ __________________________ Date _________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________________________________ EMAIL ADDRESS __________________________________________ PHONE _______________________________________ ADULT CONTACT NAME

EMERGENCY INFORMATION: In case of emergency, please list a friend or relative who will not be at the camp. NAME _________________________________________________ RELATIONSHIP

___________________________________ DAY PHONE _________________________________________ EVENING PHONE ____________________________________ FAMILY MEMBERS ATTENDING PROGRAM:

Please read program description for details on who can attend. Write adult or age of the child. Name

_____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _____________________________________

Relationship

Adult/Child(Age)

Sex

Registered GS

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M/F

Y/N

M/F

Y/N

M/F

Y/N

M/F

Y/N

Family Buddy: ______________________________________________________

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CAMP DESCRIPTIONS ARE ON PAGE 17.

Mark Choice

Session

Camp

Dates

Fee per Person

CFH14MMG

Me & My Gal Overnight

Camp Far Horizons

6/27–6/28

$30

CD14SG

Special Guy Overnight

Camp Dean

7/11–7/12

$30

CD14MMG

Me & My Gal Weekend

Camp Dean

7/18–7/20

$50

CM14FFO

Family Fun Overnight

Camp McCormick

7/25–7/26

$30

Please note: Total payment is due at time of registration

# of People

TOTAL Amount Enclosed:

Total Due

Family Camping Registration Form

Please use this form for programs pertaining to Family Camping and mail to: GSNI, Elgin Service Center, 12N124 Coombs Road, Elgin, IL 60124.

PAYMENT INFORMATION: Form of payment : (Please indicate amount of each applicable type.) _______________ Cash CREDIT CARD TYPE:

_______________ Check/Money Order

� VISA

� MasterCard

_______________ Credit Card

� Discover

_______________ Cookie Dough

Expires ____________________________

Cardholder’s Name (PRINTED) ________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________ Cardholder’s Address _____________________________________________________ City/Zip _______________________________________________ Card # _________________________________________________________________________________________ Validation Code ___________________

Three-digit number on back of card in signature box.

OFFICE USE ONLY Amount Received $ ___________________ Date ___________________ Payment processed by ____________________________________ Entered in Personify by ______________________________________________________________________ Date ____________________________ Media Permission: When participating in Girl Scout activities, I may be photographed for print, videotaped, or electronically imaged. Images may be used in promotional materials, news releases, and other published formats for either the local Girl Scout council or Girl Scouts of the USA. The images will be the sole property of either the local council/GSUSA. Check here if you wish to opt out at this time. �

Grades

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PONY TAILS Dean TASTE OF CAMP McCormick EXPERIMENT EXTRAVAGANZA Dean CIT WANNABE McCormick WHAT'S COOKIN'? XX McCormick YOU CAN'T DO THAT AT CAMP McCormick CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP Dean GIVE CAMP A CHANCE Dean DAVINCI GIRLS McCormick ME & MY GAL OVERNIGHT Far Horizons

6/22–6/25 4–6 15 6/22–6/25 3–5 16 6/22–6/27 5–7 16 6/22–6/27 7–9 13-14 6/22–6/27 4–6 16 6/22–6/27 8–10 16 6/23–6/27 1–5 17 6/25–6/27 1–3 14 6/25–6/27 3–5 14 6/27–6/28 1–12 17

DAVINCI GIRLS Dean READY, AIM, FIRE McCormick AMAZING RACE Dean CALL OF THE WILD McCormick CANOE TREK McCormick SURVIVOR McCormick CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP: COOKING Dean CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP: SCIENCE Dean MOVIN' ON UP CAMP Dean CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP: ART Dean CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP: WATER FUN Dean

6/29–7/01 3–5 14 6/29–7/03 8–12 15 6/29–7/03 4–6 13 6/29–7/03 4–6 13 6/29–7/03 6–8 13 6/29–7/03 5–7 16 6/30–6/30 1–5 17 7/01–7/01 1–5 17 7/01–7/03 6 14-15 7/02–7/02 1–5 18 7/03–7/03 1–5 18

PONY TAILS Dean TASTE OF CAMP McCormick CANOE CLUB XX Dean SPORTS FANS McCormick COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING 1 McCormick CRAZY FOR CAVING McCormick NIGHT OWLS XX McCormick CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP Dean DAVINCI GIRLS Dean WHAT'S COOKIN'? Dean SPECIAL GUY OVERNIGHT Dean

7/06–7/09 4–6 15 7/06–7/09 3–5 16 7/06–7/11 6–8 13 7/06–7/11 6–8 16 7/06–7/18 10–12 14 7/06–7/11 9–12 14 7/06–7/11 4–6 15 7/07–7/11 1–5 17 7/09–7/11 5–7 14 7/09–7/11 3–5 16 7/11–7/12 1–12 17

HIKE AND BIKE PONY TAILS CAMP DISCOVERY CANOE CLUB XX CANOES, KAYAKS, & RAFTS CRAZY FOR CAVING CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP Movin' On Up Camp GIVE CAMP A CHANCE ME AND MY GAL WEEKEND

McCormick Dean McCormick Dean McCormick McCormick Dean McCormick Dean Dean

7/13–7/16 9–12 14 7/13–7/16 6–8 15 7/13–7/18 4–6 13 7/13–7/18 4–6 13 7/13–7/18 8–10 13 7/13–7/18 6–8 14 7/14–7/18 1–5 17 7/16–7/18 9 14-15 7/16–7/18 1–3 14 7/18–7/20 1–12 17

CAMP DISCOVERY COUNSELOR IN TRAINING 2 CANOE EXPLORERS MUD PIES XX PONY TAILS SIX DAYS—FIVE CAMPS WHAT'S COOKIN'? XX CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP YOU'LL HAVE A SPLASH! FAMILY FUN OVERNIGHT

McCormick Dean McCormick McCormick Dean McCormick Dean Dean Dean McCormick

7/20–7/25 6–8 13 7/20–8/01 11–12 14 7/20–7/25 9–12 13 7/20–7/25 5–7 15 7/20–7/23 4–6 15 7/20–7/25 7–9 15 7/20–7/25 5–7 16 7/21–7/25 1–5 17 7/23–7/25 2–4 16 7/25–7/26 1–12 17

PONY TAILS AMAZING RACE NIGHT OWLS XX ON TARGET XX SPORTS FANS CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP DAVINCI GIRLS

Dean McCormick McCormick Dean McCormick Dean Dean

7/27–7/30 3–5 15 7/27–8/01 6–8 13 7/27–8/01 6–8 15 7/27–8/01 6–8 15 7/27–8/01 4–6 16 7/28–8/01 1–5 17 7/30–8/01 1–3 14

Week 6 Deadline: July 11

Sessions with low registration canceled May 1

Week 1 Deadline: June 6

Dates

Week 2 Deadline: June 13

Week 3 Deadline: June 20

Week 4 Deadline: June 27

Camp-At-A-Glance 12

Camp

Week 5 Deadline: July 03

Session

*XX indicates Title XX eligible programs. See page 7 for details.

2014 Camp Programs AMAZING RACE

Outcome: Promote Cooperation and Team Building Create your team at camp and compete against the other teams to complete several scavenger hunts using not only GPS units, but also maps and compasses. May the fastest team win!

CODE: CD1406

CANOE EXPLORERS Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World

CODE: CM1424

CM1425

Grab your lifevest and overnight bag as you hit the Rock River for an overnight canoeing trip after reviewing your canoeing skills. On your overnight trip, you will stay on Camp McCormick island before continuing further down the river.

Location: McCormick Start/End: 7/27–8/1 Grade: 6-8 Fee: $275 Min/Max: 8/16

Outcome: Develop Positive Values

CODE: CD1409 Start/End: 7/6–7/11 Grades: 6–8 CODE: CD1412 Start/End: 7/13–7/18 Grade: 4–6

Location: Dean Start/End: 6/29–7/3 Grades: 4-6 Fee: $225 Min/Max: 8/16

CALL OF THE WILD

Location: Dean Fee: $260 Min/Max: 8/16

CM1409

There is more to animal care than petting and feeding them. Gear up for field trips to Atwood Center to learn about birds and Summerfield Zoo to learn about exotic animals. Location: McCormick Start/End: 6/29–7/3 Grade: 4–6 Fee: $265 Min/Max: 8/16

CAMP DISCOVERY

Outcome: Connected to Their Communities Sample what camp has to offer. Horseback riding, arts & crafts, swimming, hiking, outdoor cooking and so much more! How will you find the time to sleep? There’s so much to do! Location: McCormick Fee: $295 Min/Max: 10/20

CODE: CM1415

Start/End: 7/13–7/18 Grades: 4-6

CODE: CM1422 Start/End: 7/20–7/25 Grade: 6-8 CANOE CLUB

Outcome: Promote Cooperation and Team Building Explore the great and adventureous world of canoeing and kayaking in this session as you head to the Camp Dean pond to learn basic flatwater safety and canoe/kayak how-to.

Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 7/20–7/25 9–12 $395 6/10

CANOE TREK

Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World

CM1407

Move your canoeing know-how out on moving water as you trek the Kishwaukee River. Don’t worry, you’ll review your skills before heading out! Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 6/29–7/3 6–8 $265 6/10

CANOES, KAYAKS, AND RAFTS Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World

CM1417

Hang on to your paddles, you are in for a wild ride! Review your canoeing skills in the pool before heading out on the river for a day trip. Then pack your bags to head to northern Wisconsin for the ride of your life as you go white-water rafting. Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 7/13–7/18 8–10 $360 6/10

CIT WANNABE

Outcome: Promote Cooperation and Team Building

CM1402

Would you like to become a camp counselor when you are older? Take the first step to learning how to work with younger campers as you complete your Program Aide Basic and Outdoor Trainings. Focus on working as a team and complete the low ropes course at Mary Ann Beebe Center.

Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

Fee:

McCormick 6/22–6/27 7–9 $285 6/10

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT) 1 Outcome: Educate and Inspire Others to Act

CM14CIT

Interested in what it takes to work at camp? Participants of the Counselor-in-Training 1 Program will have the opportunity to explore the art of working with younger campers as they learn the responsibilities of camp staff and participate in Special Guy Overnight at Camp Dean. Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

Outcome: Educate and Inspired Others to Act

CD14CIT

Have you successfully completed CIT 1 and looking to further your camp skills? Step two of this introduction to becoming a camp staff member reviews concepts initially covered in CIT 1, but then puts those practices into action. Spend your time working closely with staff members to build your skills, and spend the weekend working with Family Fun Overnight at Camp McCormick. Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

CODE: CM1405 Location: McCormick Start/End: 6/25–6/27 Grades: 3–5 Min/Max: 8/16 CODE: CD1404

Location: Dean Start/End: 6/29–7/1 Grades: 3–5 Min/Max: 8/16

CODE: CM1414

Location: McCormick Start/End: 7/9–7/11 Grades: 5–7 Min/Max: 8/16

McCormick 7/6–7/18 10–12 $475 4/10

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (CIT) 2

$150

Dean 7/20–8/1 11–12 $475 4/10

CODE: CM1417 Location: Dean Start/End: 7/30–8/1 Grades: 1–3 Min/Max: 12/20 GIVE CAMP A CHANCE

Outcome: Develop a Strong Sense of Self Are you a first-time camper? Are you a returning camper who likes to try it all? Then this is the session for you! Try some of the activities camp has to offer like swimming, hiking, arts & crafts, and outdoor cooking. Location: Dean Grades: 1–3 Fee: $150 Min/Max: 8/16

CRAZY FOR CAVING

CODE: CD1402

Are you ready to test your sense of adventure? Then this is the session for you! Learn about different caves and explore the cave ecosystem. Tour a cave and when you return to the surface, spend the night at the cave’s campground.

CODE: CD1411 Start/End: 7/16–7/18

Location: McCormick Fee: $300 Min/Max: 6/10

Outcome: Gain practical life skills

Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World

CODE: CM1412 Start/End: 7/6–7/11 Grades: 9–12 CODE: CM1416 Start/End: 7/13–7/18 Grade: 6–8 DAVINCI GIRLS

Outcome: Develop a Strong Sense of Self Dust off the scissors and glue, this session is about to get crafty! Spend extra time in the arts and crafts building as you make a masterpiece to bring home.

Start/End: 6/25–6/27

HIKE AND BIKE

CM1418

Time to hit the trails . . . the bike trails that is. Review bike safety and simple repairs before heading out on local trails. NOTE: A bike and helmet will be provided for each camper. Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 7/13–7/16 9–12 $250 6/10

MOVIN’ ON UP CAMP

Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World Come and discover the fun of moving up to the next level in Girl Scouts. Check out the journeys and badges and do an activity or two from them—along with all the fun camp has to offer.

Fee: $150 Min/Max: 12/20

Then hop on up and take your horse for a ride. NOTE: All riding in this session is done in an arena.

CODE: CD1405

Location: Dean Fee: $275 Min/Max: 6/10

Location: Dean Start/End: 7/1–7/3 Grade: 6

CODE: CD1401

Start/End: 6/22–6/25 Grades: 4–6

CODE: CM1419

Location: McCormick Start/End: 7/16–7/18 Grade: 9

MUD PIES

Outcome: Develop a Strong Sense of Self

CM1420

Pack some extra soap, you are going to need it during this session! Try tie-dye tag, volcano creation and explosions, and experiment with the Human S’more Project. Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 7/20–7/25 5–7 $260 8/16

Location: McCormick Fee: $260 Min/Max: 8/16

CODE: CM1410

Start/End: 7/6–7/11 Grades: 4–6

Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World

CM1408

Take marksmanship to another level! Practice archery at the range before going off-camp to learn the art of riflery. Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 6/29–7/3 8–12 $265 6/10

NOTE: Campers must be at least 12-years old by the first day of this session.

CODE: CM1426

SIX DAYS —FIVE CAMPS

Start/End: 7/27–8/1 Grade: 6–8

Outcome: Promote Cooperation and Team Building

CD1418

Merida from the movie Brave, or Katniss from The Hunger Games, has nothing on you after this archery session! Develop your archery skills as you learn the proper way to shoot and compete in a series of archery games. Location: Start/End: Grade: Fee: Min/Max:

CODE: CD1413 Start/End: 7/20–7/23 Grades: 4–6

READY, AIM, FIRE

Woah! Who turned out the lights? Camp has so much to see, hear, and do at night. You will be able to see more stars than you can imagine, try your hand at owl-calling, and stay up late.

Start/End: 7/13–7/16 Grades: 6–8

Start/End: 7/27–7/30 Grades: 3–5

Outcome: Develop Critical Thinking

Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World

CODE: CD1410

CODE: CD1416

NIGHT OWLS

ON TARGET

CODE: CD1407 Start/End: 7/6–7/9 Grades: 4–6

Dean 7/27–8/1 6–8 $260 8/16

CM1421

Did you know that GSNI owns five camp properties? Have you seen each one? Travel to all five camps during this 6-day session. You will be able to go crate-stacking at Camp McCormick, canoeing or kayaking at Camp Dean, practice archery at Chapman Hills, complete the low ropes course at Mary Ann Beebe Center, and rappel down the wall at Camp Far Horizons. Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 7/20–7/25 7–9 $300 6/10

PONY TAILS

Outcome: Seek Challenges in the World Saddle up and hold on to your reins! Start your horseback riding experience on the ground as you learn horse care and safety.

SPORTS FANS

WHAT’S COOKIN’?

With a focus on the Girl Scouts Girlsports Program, you'll learn the importance of teamwork as you take a trip to go horseback riding and attend a local baseball game.

Grab your whisk and mixing bowls, this session is going to be delicious! Try new campfire recipes and develop your skills as an outdoor chef.

Location: McCormick Fee: $320 Min/Max: 6/10

CODE: CM1401 Location: McCormick Start/End: 6/22–6/27 Grades: 4–6 Fee: $260 Min/Max: 8/16

Outcome: Develop Critical Thinking

Outcome: Gain practical life skills

CODE: CM1411

Start/End: 7/6–7/11 Grades: 6–8

CODE: CM1423

Start/End: 7/27–8/1 Grades: 4–6

Experiment Extravaganza! Outcome: Develop Critical Thinking

CD1403

Extract DNA from a strawberry, learn to harvest wind and solar energy, launch a water rocket to new heights, and spend some time exploring the exhibits at Sci-Tech! Location: Dean Start/End: 6/22–6/27 Grades: 5–7 Fee: $260 Min/Max: 12/20

SURVIVOR

Outcome: Can Resolve Conflict

CM1406

Test your knowledge of outdoor skills by completing challenges involving knot-tying, fire-building, outdoor cooking, and much more. McCormick 6/29–7/3 5–7 $225 12/20

TASTE OF CAMP

CODE: CM1404

Start/End: 6/22–6/25

CODE: CM1413

Start/End: 7/6–7/9

CODE: CD1415 Location: Dean Start/End: 7/20–7/25 Grades: 5–7 Fee: $260 Min/Max: 12/20 YOU CAN’T DO THAT AT CAMP

Outcome: Seeks Challenges in the World

Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Min/Max:

CODE: CD1408 Location: Dean Start/End: 7/9–7/11 Grades: 3–5 Fee: $150 Min/Max: 12/20

CM1403

Love coming to summer camp, but want to do something untradtional? How does going to the movies and ordering a pizza sound? Anything goes this week! Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Min/Max:

McCormick 6/22–6/27 8–10 $285 6/10

YOU’LL HAVE A SPLASH!

Outcome: Develop a Strong Sense of Self

CD1414

Pack your sunscreen, towel and swimsuit—you’re going to need it for this session! Spend extra time at the pool, playing water games and splashing in the Camp Dean creek. Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Min/Max:

Dean 7/23–7/25 2–4 $150 8/16

Family Camping Descriptions ME & MY GAL OVERNIGHT

CFH14MMG

Experience camp with that special gal in your life! You could bring your mom, step-mom, aunt, grandma, or older sister (over 18). Come splash in the pool, make something in arts & crafts, cook over the fire, and so much more! Location: Far Horizons Start/End: 6/27–6/28 Time: 5 p.m., Friday—7 p.m., Saturday Grade: 1–12 Fee: $30 per person Girl Min/Max: 20/40 Adult Min/Max: 20/40

SPECIAL GUY OVERNIGHT

ME & MY GAL WEEKEND

CD14MMG

Spend the weekend with the special gal in your life whether it’s mom, step-mom, aunt, grandma, or older sister (over 18 years old). Splash in the pool, make something in arts & crafts, cook over the fire and so much more! Location: Dean Start/End: 7/18–7/20 Time: 5 p.m., Friday—10 a.m., Sunday Grade: 1–12 Fee: $50 per person Girl Min/Max: 20/40 Adult Min/Max: 20/40

CD14SG

Share some time with the special guy in your life, whether it’s dad, step-dad, uncle, grandpa, or older brother (over 18 years old). Splash in the pool, make something in arts & crafts, cook over a fire, and so much more! One tent per family unless sharing is requested in advance. Location: Dean Start/End: 7/11–7/12 Time: 5 p.m. Friday—7 p.m. Saturday Grade: 1—12 Fee: $30 per person Girl Min/Max: 15/25 Adult Min/Max: 15/25

FAMILY FUN OVERNIGHT

CM14FFO

A family that camps together, makes a s'more together! Splash in the pool, go for a hike, and make something in arts & crafts to remember this camp session together. All campers must be at least 3 years old. Limit four people per tent; however, a family can have more than one tent. RVs/pop-up campers are not allowed. Location: McCormick Start/End: 7/25–7/26 Time: 5 p.m., Friday—7 p.m., Saturday Grade: 1–12 Fee: $30 per person Youth Min/Max: 20/50 Adult Min/Max: 20/50

Day Camp Descriptions

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CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP

CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP —COOKING

Camp Dean Day Camp sessions offer an infinite number of adventures for campers, ranging from hiking, swimming, and cooking, to creek-stomping, games, and arts & crafts! Session fees include lunches and a T-Shirt. An optional overnight on Thursday night is available for an additional $15 fee. Please note that Camp Dean Day Camp is led by the summer staff of Camp Dean. Parents are not able to assist with these sessions.

Order’s up! Tap into your inner Julia Child or Rachel Ray and cook your way through a delicious day at camp. Try different styles of outdoor cooking and enjoy your hard work.

Outcome: Develop a Strong Sense of Self

Location: Dean Grades: 1–5 Fee: $125 Time: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. daily Min/Max: 18/36

CODE: CD14DC1 Start/End: 6/23–6/27

CODE: CD14DC6 Start/End: 7/7–7/11 CODE: CD14DC7

Start/End: 7/14–7/18

CODE: CD14DC8 Start/End: 7/21–7/25

CODE: CD14DC9 Start/End: 7/28–8/1

Outcome: Gain Practical Life Skills

Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Time: Min/Max:

CD14DC2

Dean 6/30–6/30 1–5 $25 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 18/36

CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP —SCIENCE Outcome: Develop Critical Thinking

CD14DC3

It’s ALIVE!!! Are you a mad scientist? Do you like making ooey-gooey, sticky or slimey things? This is the session for you! Make goo, a homemade bouncy ball, and more! Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Time: Min/Max:

Dean 7/1–7/1 1–5 $25 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 18/36

CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP —ART

Outcome: Develop a Strong Sense of Self

CD14DC4

Come explore the wide world of art at camp. Get crafty in White Tail (the arts & crafts building) by making items inspired by all the nature around you. Don’t forget to jump in the pool before you go home to wash all the paint and glue off! Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Time: Min/Max:

Dean 7/2–7/2 1–5 $25 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 18/36

CAMP DEAN DAY CAMP—WATER FUN CD14DC5 Outcome: Develop a Strong Sense of Self

Water, water, EVERYWHERE! Grab your swimsuit to take a hike through the Camp Dean Creek to find all kinds of life— minnows, clams, snails, and more! Don’t change yet! You’ll need your suit for the pool and water games too. Dry off and head over to arts & crafts for a water-inspired art project. Location: Start/End: Grades: Fee: Time: Min/Max:

Dean 7/3–7/3 1–5 $25 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 18/36

Troop Trek 2014 Troop Trek! What is it? Troop Trek is a council-sponsored

troop camping experience designed for Girl Scout Brownie and Junior troops embarking on their first camping adventure; however, many troops have so much fun they come back a second or third time. At Troop Trek, a core staff of program aides and adult volunteers are on hand to assist troops with camping skills and lead a variety of theme-based program activities.

Troop Trek! Who can attend? Different sessions will

serve different age levels, including Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors. All troops/groups must meet Girl Scout recommended girl/adult ratios. At least one of these adults must be a trained leader and have completed Outdoor Overnight Training.

Troop Trek! What is the 2014 theme? This year’s

theme—Animals—will focus on games and activities inspired by animals. Girls will be able to experience a new twist on outdoor skills, common camp activities, and animal care. So round up your troop and grab your sleeping bag because Troop Trek 2014 is where you want to be!

Who: Girl Scout Brownie and Junior troops (see specific

location for assigned levels), limited to girls currently in second through fifth grade. *No first-grade Girl Scout Daisies bridging to Brownies in spring 2014.

Fee: $20 per Girl / $20 per Adult Registration: A registration form can be found on GSNI's website on the Troop Trek page under the Events button. Mailin registration only. Registration form available online and in service centers. See dates below for each specific session. Locations and Dates:

Camp Dean, Big Rock, Illinois (GS Brownies Only) April 26–27 / Registration: Dec. 16–March 25

Camp Far Horizons, Hanover, Illinois (GS Brownies & Juniors) June 21–22 / Registration: Dec. 16–May 20 Chapman Hills, East Troy, Wisconsin (GS Juniors Only) July 12–13 / Registration: Dec. 16–June 10

The Volunteer Troop Trek Committee Needs YOUR Help!

Do you like the great outdoors? Does cooking over a campfire equate to a fine dining experience? Do you enjoy working with girls? Is your idea of a 5-star hotel a sleeping bag, tent and the smell of a campfire? Would you like to spend the weekend at one of GSNI’s beautiful camps? If you can answer yes to one or more of these questions, then the Troop Trek Committee is for you! The number of volunteers who step forward will be one of the determining factors that will decide if we can serve the campers registered for each session. So lend a hand and help Troop Trek be a success in 2014! For more information or to join this fun committee, contact Felecia Dupczak at fdupczak@girlscoutsni.org (put TROOP TREK in the subject line of your email) or call 630-897-1565, Ext. 7161.

Interested in being a Program Aide at Troop Trek? REQUIREMENTS:

• Complete Program Aide Basic and Outdoor Skills Trainings prior to Troop Trek. • Make arrangements for your own transportation to and from Troop Trek session(s) you can attend.

Troop Trek Program Aide Dates: Camp Dean Big Rock, Illinois April 25–27 Reg: Dec. 16–March 25

Camp Far Horizons Hanover, Illinois June 20–22 Reg: Dec. 16–May 20

Chapman Hills East Troy, Wisconsin July 11–13 Reg: Dec. 16–June 10

Are You Ready For Camp? Quiz

Girl Quiz Potential campers, read the following questions and select your answer. Be sure about your answers, as this quiz will help you decide if you are ready to attend one of our awesome resident camps!

Not Sure (2 points)

(3 points)

Can you stay overnight at a friend’s house without missing your family?

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Can you shampoo your own hair and keep it brushed and neat?

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Are you brave when you see insects or bugs and hear strange noises at night?

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Can you make your bed and keep track of your belongings?

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Do you like to meet new people and do things with other girls—not just your buddy?

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Can you adjust to no air conditioning in your living unit?

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Can you survive without a radio, MP3 Player, TV, computer or cell phone?

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Do you help to keep things clean and tidy around your home?

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Do you like being around other girls who are different from you?

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Do you really think you are ready for resident camp?

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(1 point)

TOTALS: ________ _________ Now add up all of your points. Questions answered with “No” are worth 1 point; “Not Sure” are 2 points; and “Yes” are worth 3 points.

Yes

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Less than 22 points: You will be happiest at a session you can attend with your troop or family. Consider one of our many day camps or family camps. 23-26 Points: You are brave and are ready to try your first resident camp experience. Pack your courage and we will see you at camp! More than 27 Points: You are really ready for camp, or must be an experienced camper! See you soon! Parent Quiz Parents, are you ready to send your daughter to camp? Please read the following questions and select your answer. Be sure about your answers, as this quiz will help you decide if you are ready to send your daughter to one of our awesome camps!

Not Sure (2 points)

(3 points)

Can your daughter stay overnight at a friend’s house without you feeling sad or needing to speak to her?

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Can you tolerate the way her hair looks when she shampoos and styles it herself?

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Can you talk with your daughter before camp and help her be brave when she sees insects, bugs, and other animals she may encounter at camp?

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Can you stand a week without having to pick up someone else’s shoes left on the floor? � � Does your daughter enjoy the outdoors?

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Can you help her adhere to the rule about no radios, MP3 players, or cell phones?

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Can you go for a week without seeing or talking to your daughter?

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Does your daughter enjoy being around other girls who are different from her?

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Are you prepared to entrust her care to her camp counselors?

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Do you think your daughter is ready for resident camp?

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TOTALS: __________ ___________ ___________ Now add up all of your points. Questions answered with “No” are worth 1 point; “Not Sure” are 2 points; and “Yes” are worth 3 points. Less than 22 points: Consider bringing your daughter to one of our Open Houses to learn a little more about camp. If she decides to attend camp, rest assured that we will call you if she has any problems adjusting to the camp environment. You may also enjoy a session that she can attend with her troop or family. Consider one of our family camps at our camps, Dean, Far Horizons, and McCormick. See page 17 for Family Camp dates and locations. 23-26 Points: You are a brave parent and are ready for your daughter to try her first resident camp experience. We suggest one of our family camps, or one of our shorter sessions. She may also enjoy our day camp! If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, try a weeklong session. Put on a brave smile, and come on down to one of the Open House days to meet some of the staff and take a tour of the camp. See the back cover for Open House information. More than 27 Points: Either you or your daughter are very prepared, or this is not her first time at summer camp! You may even be ready to send her to camp for more than one week! 19

The Trading Post is our camp store. Campers visit the Trading Post at least once

during their camp session. Items available for purchase include camp T-shirts, stuffed animals, flashlights, water bottles, patches, jewelry, mess kits, silverware and other fun camp souvenirs. Items range from $1 to $15. Trading Post money can be added to the campersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; account when registering for camp during online registration. Money can also be added to their account at check-in. Any unused money will be returned at check-out. The Trading Post can accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, Discover, Cookie Dough, gift certificates and store credits. Surprise your camper with a Pamper Your Camper Kit this summer! These kits include items that are fun and camp-related and are not carried at the Trading Post. We offer standard kits for $25 and birthday kits for $27. Kits may be purchased during registration or at check-in. The kits are delivered at the beginning of the camp session to your camper. You can pre-order the following items for your camper that she can use during her stay. Items include an emergency poncho, dish-dunk bag, silverware set, mess kit, sit-upon, mosquito netting and a camp T-shirt. These items can be mailed to your home or delivered to your camper at the start of her session. Be sure to visit our stores to purchase your Girl Scout camping gear. You can also shop the full Girl Scout assortment, plus our council-own merchandise by going to www.girlscoutsni.org and clicking on Shop.

Top 12 reasons to take girls camping:

The beautiful properties

Camp fosters the forming of lasting and memorable friendships

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See the stars the way they are supposed to be seen

Increases the use of senses, which are essentials to learning

Can help increase concentration and creativity

Reduces stress

Spurs a sense of wonder

Can help reduce depression, obesity, and attention deficit disorder

S'Mores!

Outdoor play stimulates a child's imagination and reasoning abilities.

Camp is for girls!

Build Your Resume • Network with Professionals • Expand Your Leadership Skills • Focus on Your Strengths Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois

CAMP CEO for High School girls (entering 10th grade and above)

July 27-August 1

Camp McCormick • Stillman Valley, IL

What is Camp CEO? Camp CEO is a fun, six-day overnight camp that brings together 30 teen girls and 30 of our area’s most accomplished women executives for a unique opportunity to learn what it’s really like to be an executive woman in today’s world. Sitting around the campfire, you’ll discover how these real women started out just like you—a teen girl with dreams, goals and everyday challenges. For part of the time, you will be matched one-on-one with a business woman, and together you’ll experience unique sessions designed to build your leadership and professional skills. You’ll learn how to: •• Network like a pro •• Set professional goals •• Focus on your strengths during an interview Of course, you will participate in all of your favorite camp activities as well: swimming, archery, hiking and more!

Application Process: Girls interested in participating in Camp CEO, must submit an application and provide two references. All forms can be found on www.girlscoutsni.org. • March 7: Applications due to council with $50 deposit (Deposit will be refunded if girl is not selected. Financial Assistance is available.) • March 24: Interviews begin for 30 selected applicants • April 21–25: Applicants notified of acceptance

Fee: $150 per registered Girl Scout / $165 new Girl Scout (Fee includes program materials, food, and lodging.) For more information and application materials go to www.girlscoutsni.org or contact Shannan at sharley@ girlscoutsni.org, 847-741-5521, Ext. 7121 23

NONPROFIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE

PAID

ASTORIA, IL PERMIT NO. 9

Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Road Elgin, IL 60124

Camp Open Ho

uses

Camp Dean Sunday, May 4 1–4 p.m.

Camp McCormick

Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. For information, contact Felecia Dupczak Email: fdupczak@girlscoutsni.org Phone: 630-897-1565, Ext. 7161

Elgin Service Center 12N124 Coombs Road Elgin, IL 60124 847-741-5521

Freeport Service Center 5040 Bus. Rt. 20 West Freeport, IL 61032 815-235-8777 or 800-925-3327

Rockford Service Center 2820 McFarland Road Rockford, IL 61107 815-962-5591 or 800-242-5591

Sugar Grove Service Center 200 New Bond Street Sugar Grove, IL 60554 630-897-1565