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Camp Kaufmann

Get Outdoors Guide November 2019 – May 2020

Girl Scouts of Greater New York Leadership Center 40 Wall Street, Suite 708 New York, NY 10005 P 212.645.4000 ext 297 F 212.645.4599 www.girlscoutsnyc.org

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Camp Department Directory Maggie Vasquez, VP, Programs Margeaux Sullivan, Director, Camp Kaufmann Carolyn Brown, Camp Coordinator Steve Gomez, Camp Property Manager Jim Barry, Camp Ranger

The best method of communication is email at campkaufmann@girlscoutsnyc.org, but if you need to reach us immediately, you may call us at 212.645.4000 ext. 297.

Camp Kaufmann is owned and operated by the Girl Scouts of Greater New York, Inc. and is fully accredited by the American Camp Association. The Girl Scouts of Greater New York abides by the program and safety standards of GSUSA and the New York State and Dutchess County Departments of Health.

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Planning Tip Want to take your girls to Camp Kaufmann but are unsure of the first steps?

Join us for our Trip Planning Conference Calls!

See page 5 for more info!

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Dear Girl Scouts, One of the best things about my job is getting to watch Girl Scouts take risks, be brave, and try new things. And whether you are a true “tree-hugger” or more of an “indoor kid” there are so many new things to try in the great outdoors!

In fact, last winter I tried something new at our Girl Scout Camp Kaufmann in Holmes, NY: skiing! Believe it or not, while growing up in Maine (where there are very cold and snowy winters) I somehow never tried skiing. But last winter when I visited Camp on a snowy winter weekend and I saw Girl Scouts of all ages stepping out of their comfort zones and trying new things, I was inspired!

I put on my ski boots, clipped into my skis, and shuffled over to my instructor, trying not to fall.

I listened and learned alongside Girl Scouts like you and in no time, I was flying down the mountain like a pro. If I can do it, so can you!

What new things do you want to try this year? Here are just a few you could try in our outdoor programs this winter and spring: • • •

spend the night outside in a tent conduct an outdoor science experiment go snow shoeing

Or, you could try skiing! No matter what you try, I know you’ll feel proud, like I did. I can’t wait to see how brave you can be, outdoors!

Yours in Girl Scouting, Meridith Maskara Chief Executive Officer

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Leader Preparation Please read each course description carefully and be sure to follow any prerequisites.

Please note: In accordance with GSUSA, upon completion of the Great Outdoors certification; leaders are considered camp certified and are eligible for troop camping. As always, camp staff will be on hand to assist all troops at camp.

In addition, Camp Certification must be completed every (5) years. Anyone who has taken Outdoor training within the last (5) years is still considered camp certified and is not obligated to repeat the Great Outdoors with the new curriculum.

Overnight Adventures and Beyond This course is mandatory for all leaders participating in any overnight trip or sleepover. The course has been designed to prepare leaders for all overnight trips both long and short term. This course is a prerequisite for THE GREAT OUTDOORS. •

November 23, 2019

10:00am to 1:00pm

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See events.girlscoutsnyc.org for upcoming training dates.

The Great Outdoors Certification: Camp Training (Prerequisite: Overnight Adventures & Beyond) This course curriculum allows participants to bring their registered daughters (3rd grade Brownies and up) with them during the Great Outdoor training at camp.

Participants will arrive with their daughters on Friday night for a meet and greet with camp staff. On Saturday & Sunday, the girls will be supervised and participate in fun-filled activities with camp staff while moms engage in outdoor training. Moms will be able to bunk with their daughters at night. However, daytime hours will not be spent with the girls. All will depart by 12:00pm Sunday.

Additional adult-only Great Outdoors training may be added throughout the year. To register, please visit www.girlscoutsnyc.org/training.

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See events.girlscoutsnyc.org for upcoming training dates.

For more information about “Overnight Adventures and Beyond” and “The Great Outdoors” please email Lisa Golden at lgolden@girlscoutsnyc.org or call 212.645.4000.

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Planning Tip As you’re planning any kind of recreational activity, be sure to consult with GSUSA’s Safety Activity Checkpoints.

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A Leadership Camping Experience Camp Kaufmann Leadership Camping Experience Camping is a great way for girls to explore leadership, build skills, and develop a deep appreciation for nature. Whether for a day, a weekend, or longer, Girl Scout camp gives girls an opportunity to grow, explore, and have fun under the guidance of caring, trained adults. Here are just a few Girl Scout camp experiences for you to check out at Camp Kaufmann:

Day Trips Day trips are perfect for first time campers of all levels! All day trips are from 10am – 4pm, and includes s’mores, snacks, lunch, patch, and programming. If you are looking for a specific theme related to one of the outdoor badges, we’ll be happy to put that together for you! We will customize your day trip, add outdoor classrooms and provide you with the perfect day for your troop!

Troop Camping

Troop Camping is for Girl Scouts of all ages and their troop leaders (We recommend Brownie through Ambassador levels). It is usually an experience from Friday late afternoon through Sunday Morning.

Troops may choose to stay for one night or two nights. The girls and troop leaders plan meals and programming. Please be sure to review Leader Training requirements.

Theme Weekend Events Theme weekend events are for Girl Scouts of all ages and their troop leaders. Programing is provided by camp staff. Food is also provided but will be prepared by participants (see sample menu "Camp Kaufmann Weekend Menu" on page 21). Troop Leaders must still hold Overnight Adventures and Beyond certification.

Girl-Only Experience The Girl-Only experience is for girls who have been to camp before and feel comfortable spending the night away from home without their families or troop leaders. Girls are supervised by trained camp counselors. These fun filled weekends are for Juniors through Ambassadors levels. They plan activities with their counselors, enjoy a theme, earn a badge and embrace utilizing the natural resources available at the campsite.

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Camp Kaufmann Day Trips Brownie Badge Blitz Spring Date: Saturday, May 2 Badges Earned: Brownie Trail Adventure,

Bugs and First Aid For: Brownies Brownies will earn requirements towards three badges and get a participation patch!

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Earth Day Clean Up Spring Date: Saturday, April 25 Patch Earned: Earth Day Fun Patch For: Families Celebrate Earth Day by helping camp get ready for the Spring! Bring the whole family and work together to clean and do service projects around Camp Kaufmann as we open our outdoor units for the year.

Camp Kaufmann Day Trips Day Trips: Theme Days Camp Kaufmann Day Trips: All day trips are $35 per person and include lunch, and programming.

All day trips run from 10am-4pm.

Family Fun Day Spring Date: Sunday, May 10 Patch Earned: Family Fun Day Fun Patch For: Families Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to share the wonders of Camp Kaufmann with the whole family!

Explore the trails on a nature hike, try shooting a bow and arrow on the archery range, get creative in our art pavilion, and of course enjoy s’mores around the campfire!

Junior Trail Adventures Spring Date: Saturday, May 16 Badge Earned: Junior Trail Adventure and Staying Fit For: Juniors Girl Scouts will hit the ground running to earn the brand-new Trail Adventure badges. Bring along some sturdy old sneakers and learn the basics of trail running before heading out to put your new skills to use!

Kaufmann Quest Fall/Winter Date: Saturday, November 23 Spring Date: Saturday, March 21 Badge Earned: Detective and First Aid For: Juniors Junior Girl Scouts will put their sleuthing skills to the test as they work together to solve a mystery at Camp Kaufmann! Communicate in code, search for fingerprints, and explore the life of a detective as you help keep camp safe!

My First Winter Day Trip Fall/Winter Date: Saturday, February 8 Badges Earned: Daisy Snow Adventure, Outdoor Art Maker For: Daisies Daisies will get to try different ways of being active in the snow from sledding to snowshoeing. Afterwards, warm up with a hot drink while making art inspired by the outdoors.

Senses Day Spring Date: Saturday, March 28 Badges Earned: Senses and Hiker For: Brownies Brownies will make and taste yummy trail mix and s’mores, listen to the wind blowing through the trees and birds singing, feel soft and rough textures in nature, see lots of colors along the trail and smell the fragrant pine trees.

Woodn’t You Like to Know?

Fall/Winter Date: Saturday, February 1 Spring Date: Sunday, April 4 Badges Earned: Woodworker For: Cadettes Girls will learn to safely handle a variety of tools and create their own unique project! Hammer a nail on the head (without hitting your own thumb!), use a leveler, saw some lumber, and put your new skills to work as you build something you will be able to take home with you.

Me and My Girl Scout Fall/Winter Date: Saturday, January 4 Spring Date: Sunday, May 3 Patch Earned: He and Me Fun Patch For: All ages Girls can enjoy camp with a special adult male in their life! Go hiking, roast s’mores over the campfire, create unique crafts and sing songs beside someone who is Man Enough to be a Girl Scout!

My First Day Trip Spring Date: Saturday, May 9 Badges Earned: Daisy Trail Adventure and Eco Learner For: Daisies Daisies will get to explore the camp trails through outdoor games and learn how to protect the environment while outdoors!

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Camp Kaufmann Seasonal Programs 2019-2020 Day Trips: Custom Days Would you like our camp staff to build a full day of programs and activities for your girls? We can work with you to build the perfect day. The price of a customized day trip is $60 per person (girls and adults).

You can choose up to three outdoor classrooms, we can personalize the day to meet badge requirements and you’ll even have your own counselors (the amount of staff depends on the size of the group) for the day!

Your fee also includes lunch and of course a campfire with s’mores. Everything is customizable.

To sign up for Custom Day Trips, please email campkaufmann@girlscoutsnyc.org.

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Camp Kaufmann Seasonal Programs 2019-2020 Camp Kaufmann Theme Weekend Events Camp Kaufmann Theme Weekend Events are $95 per person and include housing, programming and food (food is prepared and cooked by the troop).

Junior Outdoor Journey Spring Date: March 13 - 15 Badges Earned: Animal Habitat, Camper,

Eco Camper, and Take Action For: Juniors Juniors will feel more connected to nature by learning about wild animals and protecting the environment.

They will try new outdoor activities and plan a Take Action project to complete their Journey!

Brownie Outdoor Journey Fall/Winter Date: December 6 – 8 Spring Date: May 15 - 17 Badges Earned: Brownie First Aid, Cabin

Camper, Hiker and Take Action For: Brownies Brownies will spend the weekend exploring the outdoors and learning important skills, all while working towards earning their Outdoor Journey. Earn three badges, then plan a Take Action project!

Ski Weekends Dates: All weekends in January and February Patch Earned: Ski Weekend Fun Patch For: All ages Troops will hit the slopes at a local ski resort – Thunder Ridge! Your weekend fee includes lodging, food, a fun patch, a ski lesson, all equipment rentals and a lift pass for the entire afternoon on Saturday!

This is your chance to experience the great outdoors and complete your Snow Adventure Badge as well as receive an exclusive GSGNY Outdoor High Adventure Activation Fun Patch. Girls will learn about the gear, terms, techniques, and skills needed to excel in snow sports. Transportation from camp to Thunder Ridge may be arranged with the camp staff. This amazing experience also includes sledding or a winter hike with snowshoes at Camp Kaufmann!

Me and My Girl Scout Fall/Winter Dates: February 16 – 19,

February 20 – 23 Patch Earned: Small and Tall Fun Patch For: All ages Girls will experience all the fun that camp has to offer alongside a significant adult female in her life! Work towards earning a badge, go hiking, roast s’mores over the campfire, create unique crafts and explore the night sky. There will also be plenty of opportunities to make new friends and spend quality time with someone you love!

Senior Snow Adventure Fall/Winter Date: March 6 - 8 Badge Earned: Senior Snow Adventure

and Space Science Expert For: Seniors Seniors will challenge themselves in new ways by learning cold weather survival skills and sleeping in a pitch tent during the winter. They will also take advantage of being away from the city lights to explore the science of space. All participants must attend a mandatory webinar prior to this event in order to make sure they are appropriately prepared.

My First Overnight – Outdoor Journey Spring Date: May 30 - 31 Badge Earned: Buddy Camper, Outdoor

Art Maker and Take Action For: Daisies Daisies will spend one night at camp while working towards their Outdoor Journey. Learn the basics of camping and find inspiration for art in nature, then plan a Take Action project to complete their Journey!

NOTE: Seniors & Ambassadors will not be able to satisfy all the High Adventure Badge requirements during this weekend. However, materials completed during the weekend will satisfy some of their badge requirements.

The rest they must complete on their own.

To sign up for Theme Weekend Trips: bit.ly/GSGNYEvents Get Outdoors Guide 2019 - 2020

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Camp Kaufmann Seasonal Programs 2019-2020 Girl Only Experiences Girl-Only Experiences are $100 per girl. For an additional $55, girls may meet at Grand Central for a staff-chaperoned train ride on the Metro North. If parents choose, they may drive their girls to camp or accompany them on the train ride. If you accompany your girls on the train ride, please call to the cab company, Pawling Taxi at (845) 855-8585. for a ride to and from camp. Even if parents/guardians accompany the girls, they will not be allowed to remain at camp. The group is picked up at the train station and brought to camp to let the fun begin!

When girls arrive on Friday, they will eat dinner and spend time getting to know their counselors and other Girl Scouts in their group. These trips are as close to “girl-led” as possible, so on Friday, girls will decide which camp activities they will do on Saturday in addition to those required for the badges. They will celebrate a job well done on Saturday night with a campfire and s’mores!

Girl-Only Experience include housing, programming, food, (prepared and cooked by the girls and their counselors), and a patch.

Cadette Trail Adventure Week Spring Date: April 13 – 17 / $425 per girl Badges Earned: Cadette Trail Adventure For:

Cadettes Build your endurance and outdoor skills during this week-long sleepaway camp experience! Girls will arrive at camp on Sunday afternoon and spend a few days learning and preparing for some serious hiking, then they will head out for 3 separate day long hikes on nearby trails before returning to camp at night. By the time they leave on Friday, girls will have challenged themselves in new ways and have bonded over a shared passion for nature! Please note that due to the nature of this program, girls must be physically fit and willing to participate in outdoor experiences in a variety of weather conditions.

CIT Training Fall /Winter Date: January 10 - 12 Badge Earned: CIT Pin For: Seniors in 10th Grade *Girls must be 16 by July 1, 2020 to work as a CIT at Camp Kaufmann for the summer Learn important leadership and outdoor skills that will prepare you to assist with programs at Camp Kaufmann! Girls must attend a training weekend as well as two additional apprentice weekends before being eligible to receive payment for their work at camp. Girls will also have the option of applying to work at Camp Kaufmann or Urban Day Camp for the summer of 2020!

Go for the Gold Fall/Winter Date: December 13 - 15 Badges Earned: GIRLtopia Journey For: Seniors Seniors will reflect on how to make the world a better for ALL girls. They will consider issues and causes that they’re passionate about and think about how they can make a difference in their own communities. By the end of this weekend, girls will have completed one of their Journey pre-requisites and have a completed Gold Award proposal plan.

She’ll be ready to Go for the Gold!

Go for the Silver Fall/Winter Date: January 10 - 12 Badges Earned: aMAZE! Journey For:

Cadettes Cadettes will explore the challenges of navigating the world as a middle schooler. They will reflect on issues and causes that they’re passionate about and think about how they can make a difference in their own communities. By the end of this weekend, girls will have completed their Journey pre-requisite and have a completed Silver Award project plan. She’ll have everything she needs to Go for the Silver!

Skills and Chills Spring Date: April 17 - 19 Badges Earned: Outdoor Art Explorer and Space Science Investigator For: Juniors Juniors will enjoy a relaxing weekend embracing their creative side through outdoor inspired art and exploring the night sky. Make a DIY spa treatment, listen to music, and learn about our place in the universe.

Summer Camp Winter Reunion Fall/Winter Date: January 24 – 26 Patch Earned: Camp Kaufmann Fun Patch For:

Girls who attended

Sleepaway Camp in 2019.

Reunite with your summer friends and make new memories at Camp Kaufmann! Reminisce about the warm days of summer as we snowshoe and sled around the property then head back inside for some cocoa, s’mores and songs around the campfire. Close out the weekend with an out of this world dance party and get excited for the start of summer 2020!

To sign up for Girl Only Experiences:

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Camp Kaufmann Troop Camping Troop Camping Troop leaders may take their girls camping for a weekend to Camp Kaufmann through May 2020.

Troop Camping is a weekend event up to 72 hours in duration, planned and carried out by a troop at camp. The troop leaders reserve housing at camp, plan for meals, and activities on their own.

Outdoor Classroom Prices

For any camping trip, the troop must have one first-aid certified and CPR certified adult for each group of 44 campers. Each house or unit must have its own first aid/CPR certified adult. If you plan to use the fireplace, fire ring or seasonal unit, you will need a Great Outdoors certified adult. If you are staying in a lake house and do not plan on using a fire place or pit, then you will only need an adult who has taken the Overnight Adventures and Beyond training.

Fall and Spring Cost (September – October 15, April 15 – June)

Pricing and housing options are available on our events portal.

Add an Outdoor Classroom Troops can choose to enhance their experience by hiring one of our experienced counselors to run a specific activity for them. There is a limit of 3 outdoor classrooms per unit and all requests must be submitted 30 days prior to your camping weekend. You will be notified by the Camp Director two weeks prior to your trip confirming your classroom schedule. Booking depends on the availability of certified staff and weather. Troops are grouped together to meet a minimum ratio and for troops to get to know new Girl Scout friends!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Troop Camping has a 3 outdoor classroom maximum per unit. Outdoor Classroom requests must be submitted 30 days prior to your camping weekend. They are approved by Camp Director two weeks prior to your camping trip, which will include a designated time slot available. There is limited availability and Outdoor Classroom booking depends on certified staff availability and weather. Troops are grouped together to meet a minimum ratio and for Girl Scout troops to get to know new Girl Scout friends.

Length

$ Level

Max. per Session 10 girls

Archery

$13 per 11/2 hour person

J, C, S, A

Low Ropes

$13 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 10 girls

Climbing Tower

$18 per 11/2 hour person

C, S, A

10 girls

Climbing Tower & Zipline

$25 2 hours per person

C, S, A

10 girls

Spring Ecology Hike

$3 per 1 hour person

All Levels 20 girls

Campfire, S'mores, and Songs

$5 per 1 hour person

All Levels 40 girls

Night Hike

$3 per 1 hour person

J, C, S, A

Survival Skills

$5 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 20 girls

Frog Pong/Butterfly Garden Visit

$5 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 10 girls

Boating

$15 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 20 girls

Fishing

$5 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 20 girls

Pool

$12 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 75 girls

$5 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 20 girls

Sledding/Snowshoeing $3 per 11/2 hour person

All Levels 40 girls

Winter Ecology Hike

All Levels 40 girls

40 girls

Winter (October 15 April 15) Survival Skills

$3 per 1 hour person

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Camp Kaufmann Troop Camping

House Unit

Log Cabin Unit

UNIT TYPE/NAME

HOUSE

UNIT TYPE

LOG CABIN

NIGHTS

UNIT NAME

# OF BEDS

PLAN

1

2

Silverbirch

20

20

Full Unit

$256

$300

Hillcrest

20

20

Full Unit

$256

$300

Carola

19

19

Full Unit

$243

$285

Berlin

20

20

Full Unit

$256

$300

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A. 1/2 Unit

$256

$300

Forest Haven

Eleanor Edson*

(handicapped-accessible)

WOODEN CABIN

CAPACITY/BEDS/SIZE TOTAL CAPACITY

Ohrbach

RUSTIC

Wooden Cabin Unit

Cedar Knoll

Journey’s End

Oakridge

(Canvas tent on platform)

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44

40

36

36

32

24

B. 1/2 Unit

$307

$360

34

C. 3/4 Unit

$435

$510

44

D. Full Unit

$563

$660

20

A. 1/2 Unit

$256

$300

24

B. 1/2 Unit

$307

$360

34

C. 3/4 Unit

$435

$510

44

D. Full Unit

$563

$660

20

A. 1/2 Unit

$256

$300

20

B. 1/2 Unit

$256

$300

30

C. 3/4 Unit

$384

$450

40

D. Full Unit

$512

$600

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A. 1/2 Unit

$230

$270

18

B. 1/2 Unit

$230

$270

28

C. 3/4 Unit

$358

$420

36

D. Full Unit

$461

$540

18

A. 1/2 Unit

$230

$270

18

B. 1/2 Unit

$230

$270

28

C. 3/4 Unit

$358

$420

36

D. Full Unit

$461

$540

32

Full Unit

$234

$305

Camp Kaufmann Troop Camping Transportation Although the council does not provide transportation, you still have several options to get to camp.

• Drive to camp - we have plenty of parking!

• Order a bus - You may use any coach bus available, as long as they provide you with a certificate of liability–for 5 million to certificate holder: Girl Scouts of Greater NY. Forward all certificates to Alida Cintron at acintron@girlscoutsnyc.org.

• Take the train! Take the Metro North – Harlem line to the Patterson Station. Camp is ten to fifteen minutes away by car. The Pawling Taxi Company can get you to camp from the station (845) 855-8585.

Food All special events, day trips and girl only events include food. Please contact us if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions. If you are planning a troop camping weekend, you will be responsible for bringing all of your own food.

If you do not want to transport all of it, you have the option of using Peapod – an online grocery delivery service. The groceries will arrive at camp and we will put them in your unit for you. If you are going to use this service, please call Peapod at least 72 hours in advance of your trip. Once you have completed your order, please email your confirmation to campkaufmann@girlscoutsnyc.org. BE CERTAIN YOUR ORDER CONTAINS THE NAME OF THE UNIT YOU ARE STAYING IN! Your order must have the unit name on the order to help us and Peapod ensure that the orders are delivered to the correct troop. Set up your delivery between 12pm – 4pm on the Friday your troop arrives.

Camp Kaufmann Weekend Menu Friday Dinner – Spaghetti and Meatballs

Spaghetti, Sauce, Parmesan Cheese, Garlic Bread, Vegetable Tray and Iced Tea

Saturday Breakfast - Scrambled eggs and sausage

Eggs, Milk, Toast (wheat and white), Sausage, Fruit, Oatmeal, Orange Juice and Cranberry Juice

Saturday Lunch – Pizza and salad

Pizza, Salad, Italian Dressing, Ranch Dressing, Capri-Sun and Cookies

Saturday Dinner - Chili and baked potatoes

Ground Beef, Onions, Tomatoes, Beans, Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese and Iced Tea

Sunday Breakfast - Continental

Bagels, Cream Cheese, Butter, Jelly, Cereal and Milk

Snacks

Fruit, Cape Cod Chips, Pretzels and Goldfish

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Environmental Leadership Badges Information New Outdoor Badges Outdoor High Adventure Badges In the summer of 2019, GSUSA introduced 12 new Outdoor High Adventure badges, designed for girls to explore nature and experience exciting outdoor adventures like backpacking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, rock climbing, and tree climbing— giving them the confidence to support one another, take healthy risks, and spend dedicated time in nature. These are the first Girl Scout badges that members can earn by choosing one of two self-directed paths (funded by The North Face). For more information about the badges and requirements, please visit bit.ly/NEW-OUTDOOR-BADGES.

Daisies: Snow or Climbing Adventure Badge

Daisies: Trail Adventure Badge

Brownies: Trail Adventure Badge

Brownies: Snow or Climbing Adventure Badge

Juniors: Trail Adventure Badge

Juniors: Snow or Climbing Adventure Badge

Cadettes: Trail Adventure Badge

Cadettes: Snow or Climbing Adventure Badge

Seniors: Trail Adventure Badge

Seniors: Snow or Climbing Adventure Badge

Ambassadors: Trail Adventure Badge

Ambassadors: Snow or Climbing Adventure Badge

Visit www.girlscoutshop.com to download the new badge requirements for 99¢ each.

Hard copies may be purchased for $2.50.

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Outdoor Leadership Experience High Adventure Outdoor Leadership Experience Through the Outdoor Leadership Experience, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts will participate in a 4-month intensive course focused on leadership in the backcountry. The girls will learn hard skills such as map and compass navigation and backcountry cooking, as well as soft skills such as leadership styles, risk management, and effective decision making. The course will end in a culminating 5-day backpacking trip where girls will put their skills to the test. The Outdoor Leadership Experience will give our girls the chance to get out and explore the outdoors while learning relevant skills that make them the ultimate environmental leaders.

Through this program, Seniors will be earning their Adventure Camper, First Aid, and Trail Adventure badges.

Ambassadors will earn their Survival Camper, First Aid, and Trail Adventure badges. To contribute to the path to highest awards, Seniors participating in this program will have the opportunity to complete their Outdoor Journey Award. Those that complete the Journey with a Take Action project as well as all girls that participate in OLE will be spotlighted during a special panel discussion at the GIRL Agenda Summit taking place in June 2020.

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Urban Explorers Break Camps Urban Explorer Break Camps Urban Explorer Break Camps provides opportunities for Brownies and Juniors to explore the natural world, enjoy the health benefits of the outdoors, and learn about ways to support environmental efforts in their communities—all while having the time of their lives!

This program reinforces scientific concepts and continues the learning process in exciting and engaging ways while school is out. Each day, girls will participate in hands-on S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) projects, and go on unique excursions to parks, museums, and environmentally-related outdoor spaces throughout the five boroughs.

As campers, girls develop strong leadership skills such as teamwork, taking risks, and decision making! As adults, we know these skills and experiences are essential to girls becoming confident and independent.

Fee: $300 per girl.

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More Adventure Urban Explorer Winter Break Camp Date: February 18 – February 21, 9am - 5pm Badges Earned: Home Scientist and Entertainment Technology For: Brownies and Juniors Location: Microsoft, 11 Times Square, New York, New York, 10036 Science RULES everything around us! Brownies, come earn your Home Scientist badge! Join us as we discover science in the world around us–it may even be hiding in your own home! Test your theories, make discoveries during FUN science experiments, and themed trips around NYC. Juniors, come earn your Entertainment Technology badge! Join us as we explore how technology is used to entertain us. From amusement park rides and sound effects to video games and animations, technology makes these things FUN and possible. Come learn the ins and outs of this growing industry by talking with experts, tinkering with technology, and taking amazing trip around NYC.

Urban Explorer Space Science Camp Date: March 23 – March 27 (Private School Break),

9am - 5pm Badges Earned: Space Science Adventurer and Investigator For: Brownies and Juniors Location: Microsoft, 11 Times Square, New York, New York, 10036 Join us as we aim for the stars during this exciting week of camp! Brownies will earn their Space Science Adventurer badge by discovering the solar system, moon phases, constellations, and learning how to report their findings.

Juniors will pursue their Space Science Investigator badge by exploring the planets, celestial motion, the three-dimensional nature of a constellation, and developing models that explain the size and scale of our Solar System. These badge activities paired with STEM experiments and exclusive trips at many out of this world NYC destinations makes for an amazing universe expanding experience!

Urban Explorer Spring Break Camp Date: April 14 – April 17, 9am - 5pm Badges Earned: Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey For: Brownies and Juniors Location: Microsoft, 11 Times Square, New York, New York, 10036 Have you ever dreamed of being a scientist? Join Girl Scouts and the growing league of "citizen scientists" around the world! Citizen scientists are regular people, without advanced degrees or fancy titles, who contribute to scientific research through their passion for adventure and observations about the natural world.

Come learn about the scientific method, observation, and data collection–the secret formula to great Citizen Science! Meet other Girl Scouts from all over the city, participate in various STEM and badge activities, and go on exclusive trips!

You won’t want to miss this exciting opportunity to get involved in the scientific community!

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About Camp Kaufmann Camp Kaufmann is located in Holmes, New York, just over the Dutchess County border, 70 miles north of midtown Manhattan.

Leader Preparation........................................ 4

Overnight Adventures & Beyond...............5

The Great Outdoors: Camp Training.........5

Leadership Camping Exeperience........... 6

With over 400 acres of rolling hills, the property offers a beautiful landscape. The camp features various types of accommodations for both new and experienced campers and can accommodate over 300 campers in houses and cabins during the peak summer season.

Camp Kaufmann Day Trips........................... 8

Custom Day Trips.........................................11

Theme Weekends........................................12

Girl-Only Experiences.................................14

Facilities include a lake for boating and fishing, an archery range, a pool, several hiking trails, and both high and low rope challenge course elements.

Camp Kaufmann Troop Camping.............. 18

Outdoor Classrooms...................................19

Housing Options......................................... 20

Transportation..............................................21

Food.................................................................21 Environmental Leadership Badges...........22

Outdoor Leadership Experience............. 23

Urban Explorers Break Camps................ 24

More Adventure........................................... 25

Girl Scouts of Greater New York Leadership Center 40 Wall Street, Suite 708 l New York, NY 10005 212.645.4000 l www.girlscoutsnyc.org/camp