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Summer Overview

• Seven weeks of five-night camps just for girls at Camp Ehawee

• Girl and grown-up, two-night Adventure Pods at Camp Brandenburg

• You asked for this - Troop Camps! Mostly at Brandenburg with one at Ehawee

• Leadership Camps including the new Leadership Adventure Camp

• Specialty camps CampHERO and CampBUILD are back, too

Something a little different...

All sessions will run consistent programming all summer. We took the girls’ favorite activities from past themed camps and rolled those into programming for each week. It’s the very best of Girl Scout camp activities offered every single week of summer sessions. This is true for camps at Ehawee and Brandenburg.

COVID-19 Vaccine Policy

Vaccines are strongly encouraged but not mandated for summer 2023, at this time. Badgerland reserves the right to alter the policy based on changing health guidelines.

2023 IS YOUR GET-TO-CAMP SUMMER!

Epic. Adventurous. Fun.

The camp gates are wide open featuring three months filled with all outdoor experiences Girl Scouts deserve. There are plenty of choices including girl-only resident camps, troop camps, and our (famous and popular) family Adventure Pods.

Explore your choices of summer experiences in the green boxes on page 6. Pick the ones you want to come to and we'll see you around the campfire.

Meet Badgerland’s Camps

Camp Ehawee

Mindoro, La Crosse County

Camp Ehawee (pronounced e-how-e) is home to a swimming pool, nature trails, archery range, athletic fields, an arts building and STEM activity center. Ehawee campers canoe on a tributary of the Black River and creek hop at Crystal Creek. There is an impressive amphitheater, performing arts and nature centers.

Ehawee Featured Activities: Archery, Ax Throwing, Canoing, Swimming, Hiking, Field Games, Performing Arts, Geocaching, Orienteering

Camp Brandenburg

Dane, Dane County

The camp is located on beautiful Lake Katrine ideal for kayaks and canoes. Girls adore Hilltop Lodge because the hallways literally climb the hillside to four bunkhouses that sleep campers. Switchback trails meander through towering trees and there's a lakeside open-air shelter, gorgeous campsites, giant fields and performing arts space.

Brandenburg Featured Activities: Hiking, Canoing, Geocaching, Orienteering, Target Sports, Performing Arts, Field Games, Team Building, Bird Spotting

you are invited to VISIT THE CAMPS IN MAY

Bring the whole family and tour Camp Ehawee and Camp Brandenburg. A great day for all Girl Scouts and especially families considering camp for the first time. You’ll do activities, enjoy a campfire and meet the team.

May 6 @ Camp Ehawee | May 7 @ Camp Brandenburg

Trading Post

What’s camp without a Trading Post? Come on - that’s a silly question we’ll never ever have to answer because Girl Scout Trading Post is the best! Plan to shop the Post at both Camp Ehawee and Camp Brandenburg this summer. They’re stocked with all the camp favorites like plushies and flashlights. You can add Trading Post dollars to her account when you register for camp or she can shop with cash and her Badgerland Bucks card.

sssshhhh adult only eyes here...

Make her camp time even better when you gift a Camp Care Kit curated just for Badgerland Campers. We pack a tote bag, complete with a luggage tag, full of all the things she’ll ‘need’ at camp. There’s a water bottle along with something to light the night, something to jot her memories with, bling for her cabin or tent, a fun-in-the-sun surprise and, of course, a super amazing plushie for cuddling. She’ll be delighted and surprised you thought to send her a goodies kit which she’ll receive within hours of camp beginning. The kits are $40 and available to add-on when you register for camp.

Work at Camp

What a great way to spend the summer—outdoors and with Girl Scouts!

If you are looking for a meaningful way to earn money while making difference in the world, consider working at our camps this summer. We welcome applications from teenagers, college students, and adults seeking meaning and impact in their work.

what’s in it for you:

• Competitive pay including room and board

• Resume building!

• Skill building! Teamwork, communications, problem solving, critical thinking, decision making

• Make new friends that will extend way after the last campfire

• Be outdoors this summer

what jobs you could do:

• Unit Counselor

• Food Service Kitchen Assistant

• Lifeguard

• Assistant Camp Director

• Business Coordinator

• Counselor Director

Read position descriptions and apply on the careers page at gsbadgerland.org

apply today

YOUR GIRL SCOUT CAMP SUMMER

There's something here for every Girl Scout family. Pick your favorites and get registered.

EPIC EHAWEE

Traditional overnight camps just for girls at Camp Ehawee in La Crosse County. Activities are consistent weekly so families can select the week that works best for your schedules. Page 7

ADVENTURE PODS

Two night weekend camps for a Girl Scout and her grown-up at Camp Brandenburg in Dane County. Program activities are consistent with each session. Page 9

LEADERSHIP CAMPS

Exciting programming exclusively for older Girl Scouts. New this year are Leadership Adventure Camps for girls in grades 6-11. Page 8

TROOP CAMPS

Another full summer of Troop Camps are on the calendar! These will be ideal for ANY troop that wants to get together outdoors. Page 10

TRIPS

Oh yes, we’re hitting the road again this summer for some adventure outside the home base. Ready for something different? Travel with Girl Scouts. Page 11

CampHERO & BUILD

Our signature specialty camps are happening again thanks to the amazing volunteers who make these experiences possible. Pages 12-13

CAMPFIRE CHATS WITH WILD THING

Wild Thing is Badgerland’s Director of Outdoor Programs and the expert in all things Girl Scout Camp. Come get questions answered.

ZOOM IN FOR A CAMP Q&A

Sunday, April 23 @ 6pm

Sunday, May 7 @ 6pm

(register to get the Zoom Link)

WEAR YOUR SUMMER GET THE TEE

We know how you love wearing t-shirts. So, how about a freebie tee that will remind you of GS camp year round? You’ll get a free t-shirt with this year’s exclusive design. Pick your size when you complete your CampDoc form (another good reason to get that done on time!) and your very own shirt will be at camp ready-to-wear when you get there. For girls and grown-up campers.

EPIC EHAWEE

five night camps just for the girls

ALL THE THINGS YOU LOVE TO DO AT CAMP ARE HAPPENING IN SIX SENSATIONAL DAYS THAT WILL GO BY SO FAST YOU’LL FEEL DIZZY WITH DELIGHT!

Glow dance parties! Owl prowl! Pottery! Yes. Yes. Yes! Your favorite camp activities are all happening in one delicious week at Camp Ehawee. You’ll play so many fun games and sing so many silly (and heartwarming) songs at the top of your lungs that you won’t stop smiling ‘til the snow flies. And, friends. Oh yes, you will make a bunch of new friends while you’re here. Your camp counselors will be right there with you all week; encouraging you when you feel a little shy and nudging you to take a risk and try something that feels a little scary. Your courage will soar like the rockets you’ll learn to launch at camp. There’s yummy food, walks in the woods, exploring the slough, paddling the waters, flag ceremonies, swimming pool games, and cabintime wiggles ’n giggles. You’ll come home a little more grown-up and independent. And the patch you earn on your final day at camp will remind you forever of your sweet, sweet summertime at Girl Scout camp. See you around the campfire!

PICK YOUR WEEK

$525 per week

June 18-23

• Completing Grades 1-4

June 25-30

• Completing Grades 1-4

July 9-14

• Completing Grades 1-5

July 16-21

• Completing Grades 3-7

July 23-28

• Completing Grades 3-7

July 30-August 4

• Completing Grades 1-7

August 6-11

• Completing Grades 1-7

Epic Ehawee FAQS

• Each session is $525

• Activities are the same each week with weather being the only variable (example: if it’s stormy we’ll swap a hike with activities in our indoor Nature Center)

• Badges earned: Hiker (Brownie), Camper (Junior), Trailblazer (Cadette)

• Transportation to and from Camp Ehawee is on your own. An optional bus trip to camp MAY be added on in the spring; we will let you know if it becomes available.

• A packing list will be available one month before camp.

• Complete a CampDoc profile including camper health records at least three weeks before camp.

LEADERSHIP

camps for older girls

Program Aide

Completing Grades 5-6 pick your week

• June 18-23 OR

• June 25-30

Come test the waters of leadership while having the experience of your life at Camp Ehawee! Your days will be spent learning and doing all of the cool activities at camp, and, at the same time, you’ll be helping camp counselors. You’ll embrace the words Program Aide while assisting with skits and all kinds of other things that the ‘regular’ campers need help with. At the end of your camp, you will have done all the things to earn your Program Aide Pin! This is the first step in our Camp Leadership Progression so, if you loved this, plan to move up the ranks next summer!

• Camp Ehawee

• $250

Hello to you girls who already earned your PA pins; you are welcome to attend this camp, too! Bring your expertise and learn new stuff while helping others learn.

NEW Leadership Adventure Camps

Leadership Adventure Camp Completing Grades 6-7

• July 9-14

• Camp Ehawee

• $595

Leadership Adventure Camp Advanced Completing Grades 8-11

• July 16-21

• Camp Ehawee

• $595

You are finally old enough to notch up the adventure! How does glow-in-the dark canoeing sound? Your week at camp is filled with cheery challenges and the kind of Girl Scout adventures you’ve been asking for. There will be team-building contests with plenty of room for group and individual success to shine bright. Grab your paddle and don’t look back because you’ll head out on an off-site canoe trek, too. This Very Special week comes with it all - traditional camp activities and adventurous add-ons. Come grow, make new friends while conquering challenges, and earn your Camper badge! Leadership Adventure Camp is the second phase of Badgerland’s Camp Leadership Progression.

Counselor in Training

Completing Grades 8-9

• July 30-August 11

(2 weeks)

• Camp Ehawee

• $FREE!

Look at you! You’re ready to be a CIT, a counselor in training. And this is the final step in your Camp Leadership Progression before becoming a member of the camp team! This is the summer you learn all of the behind-the-scenes magic (!) that brings camp to life making it so special. You will dive deep into learning about leadership, inclusion, outdoor skills, and assisting counselors. There is tons of weekend fun built in exclusively for you! Many of our camp staff made their very best friends during their two weeks at CIT camp. You will bond and grow as a team, plunging together into this next level of leadership. You will earn your CIT bar.

NOTE: If you already completed CIT and are 16 years old, connect with us about how to join our Camp Team! That could be a pretty sweet 16 and sensational 17 thing to do, right?!

ADVENTURE PODS

weekend camps for a girl and her grown-up

MAKE IT A FAMILY AFFAIR! BRING YOUR FAVORITE ADULT ALONG FOR A WEEKEND OF ADVENTURE AT BEAUTIFUL BRANDENBURG IN DANE COUNTY.

Adventure Pod camps are Friday evenings through noon Sunday. Just like all Girl Scout camps you’ll do flag ceremonies, skits, songs and ooey-gooey desserts by the campfire. And you’ll have fun canoeing, hiking, geocaching, and even target shooting. Our trained camp staff will lead badge-earning activities while you’re there. You even get to decide your ‘pod’ lodging. You can bunk at Hilltop or be rustic in a cabin at Forest Glen or go all-in on outdoor sleeping at Lake Shore with a tent you bring or a ShiftPod that we’ll set up for you. Book early as some spaces fill up fast. Adventure Pod camping makes for a memorable weekend; it’s a summer tradition for lots of Girl Scout families. Will you come together? You’re guaranteed to leave camp with “remember when we...” family stories to share forever!

Adventure Pod FAQS

• Each session is $150 per person

June 23-25

My Gal & I

June 30 - July 2

My Gal & I

July 7-9

My Guy & I

July 14-16 • My Gal & I

July 21-23

• My Gal & I

July 28-30 • My Gal & I

August 4-6 • My Gal & I

August 11-13

• My Gal & I

• Girls grades K-12 are welcome with their special adult. Moms, dads, troop leaders, aunties, uncles, nanas, paps, special neighbors and beyond are welcome.

• Activities are the same each weekend with traditional camp fun that includes trained camp staffers leading badgeearning projects.

• All meals are cooked for you and yummy to all palates.

• Adventure Pod choices are first come, first served. You will be in shared spaces with other campers.

• Badges earned: Letterboxer (Brownie), Geocacher (Junior), Night Owl (Cadette)

• A packing list will be available one month before camp.

• Complete a CampDoc profile including camper health records at least three weeks before camp.

TROOP CAMP overnight

camps with light staff support

SO THIS IS WHAT TROOP CAMP LOOKS LIKE!

Picture this. It’s 83 degrees on a summer evening with a twinkling sky and there you are lying on your back with your troop besties beside you. After mapping the night sky, you wander over to the blazing campfire to sing, tell stories, and eat s’mores. And then, when it’s really dark out, you’ll put on your glow necklace and grab your glow stick because it’s time to get groovy with the traditional glow dance. Eventually it’s time to turn on your flashlight and hit the trail to your bunk site. You’re tired because it was a non-stop day with the target sports and water fun and hiking. Phew. You can’t wait to get to sleep because you know you get to do it again tomorrow! And every step of the way, there are your troop sisters and troop leaders.

Here is the Troop Camp you asked for! These outings are perfect for first-time troop camp outs. Our camp staff will help lead badge-earning activities and sprinkle camp magic to ensure a purely delightful Troop Camp.

PICK YOUR TROOP CAMP

$150 per person (2 nights) | $375 (5 nights)

June 21-23

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

June 28-30

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

July 2-7

• Camp Ehawee

• Grades 1-7

July 5-7

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

July 12-14

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

July 19-21

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

July 26-28

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

August 2-4

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

August 9-11

• Camp Brandenburg

• Grades 1-4

COME TO CAMP!

Troop Camp FAQS

• Brandenburg two night-sessions are $150 per person.

• Ehawee’s five-night camp is $375 per person.

• A minimum two adults per troop required.

• Activities include water sports, target sports, badge activities, campfires.

• All meals are provided.

• Stay together in your choice of lodging. But reserve early for your first choice as space is limited, and it is first come, first served.

• A packing list will be available one month before camp.

• Complete a CampDoc profile including camper health records at least three weeks before camp.

TRIPS

go on an adventure with Girl Scouts

Go Glamp Geneva!

August 9 - 11

• 3 Day/2 Night for two

• Wesley’s Woods Retreat Center

• Grades K-12 + Adult

• $275 per person or 10 Cookie Program Adventure Points (earn the trip for girl and grown-up)

Cave, Camp & Climb Iowa!

June 24 - 26

• 3 Day/2 Night for two

• Grades K-12 + Adult

• Girl Scout Camp Little Cloud

• $175 per person or 7 Cookie Program Adventure Points (earn the trip for girl and grown-up)

Venture beneath the Earth’s surface to discover a subterranean sanctuary. And that’s just the start! You’ll explore more than a dozen caves and secret caverns at Maquoketa Caves State Park. After emerging from the underground, you’ll relax fireside at our sister Girl Scout Camp Little Cloud.

Challenge yourself to climb to new heights as you conquer the bouldering wall. There’ll be no need to take the stairs as you ride the world’s steepest, shortest scenic railway. This trip is for any outdoor adventure lover.

WALT

Walk in the footsteps of Lake Geneva’s earliest settlers as you hike the Lake Geneva Lake Shore Path. The shore path meanders along the lakeshore, passing massive lakefront estates, sandy beaches, and beautiful parks. We’ll get to relax fireside at Wesley’s Woods Retreat Center.

Take a guided safari through Wisconsin’s most unique wildlife preserve. Learning about and feeding animals from around the world!

Take to the stars! Imagine how exciting it must have been at Yerkes Observatory during its scientific heyday, watching them map the cosmos. You’ll walk where they walked, think YOUR big ideas where they thought, and create where they created as you explore Yerkes in a one-of-a-kind behind-the-scenes tour.

SWEET SPECIAL SOMETHING TO KNOW: The Iowa and Lake Geneva adventure trips are open to all ages of Girl Scouts with a grown-up. AND...here’s the cookie sugar sweet part: You can also earn these trips as a cookie reward for two! Both trips include meals and transportation from La Crosse or Madison.

DISNEY WORLD

19 AP: 5 Day/ 4 Night

OR

GIRL SCOUT PHENOM

July 20 - 22

30 AP: 7 Day/ 6 Night (July 19 - 23) (July 19 - 25)

Orlando, Florida

Earn your way to Florida! You’ll have your choice of spending your trip at Disney World or the triennial INTERNATIONAL Girl Scout gathering called Phenom. At Phenom, you’ll meet special guests, attend the National Bridging Ceremony, and explore the fun activities in the Expo Hall. Disney World needs no introduction. This trip is EXCLUSIVELY available through the Cookie Program and includes optional addons, too.

NOTE: Florida trip details on the Cookies page at gsbadgerland.org

12 YEARS STRONG & regularly introducing new activities! In partnership with Madison College, CampHERO is Badgerland’s premier program for learning about protective services and building courage, confidence, and character. The camp is expertly led by local police, fire, and EMS professionals alongside dedicated Girl Scout volunteers.

CampHERO Daisies

Completing Grades PreK-K & Adults

• July 28 • Madison College • $25

You and your adult buddy get to learn what it takes to be a firefighter, police officer, and EMT. So, what does it take? Confidence and courage. Build confidence by trying out skills the professionals use and be courageous tackling new and sometimes difficult tasks. You will be introduced to fire gear, what it means to call 911, how to use your voice to stop a subject in their tracks, and more. Meet real-life heroes and learn how to help in an emergency.

NOTE: Adults participate for free but registration is required to hold your spot.

CampHERO Brownies

Completing Grades 1-2

• July 24 • Madison College • $35

• WOW: An additional session will be held outside Dane County. The date and location will be announced before the lottery deadline (?) via email, website, and social.

Meet women and men in the fire, police, and emergency medical professions who will teach you some skills they use every day. You’ll learn so much! Like how to communicate with fellow officers and safely enter a home; how to handle a fire hose and work with a fire crew; and how to assess a scene and help out a friend who needs first aid. It’s an amazing day and by the end you’ll see police, firefighters, and EMTs in a whole new light. Respect!

CampHERO Juniors

Completing Grades 3-4

• July 20-21 or July 21-22

• Madison College • $60

There’s one thing every girl loves doing at CampHERO. It’s feeling the energy from accomplishing something amazing like helping a victim, apprehending a suspect, or saving a patient. You will find something here that builds your confidence, courage, and character even if you aren’t interested in a protective services career. Come check out what the hype is about!

NOTE: This is a 11/2 day camp; no overnight.

CampHERO Cadettes

Completing Grades 5-7

• July 17-19 (2 nights)

• Madison College & Madison Leadership Center

• $120

Building character is the focus and you’ll work in teams to accomplish tasks that seem impossible. In order to put out that fire, save the patient, and solve the crime you will need to work together. Along the way, you will learn skills in the fire, police, and EMS professions and put into action your courage, confidence, and character. Bunk at the Leadership Center.

CampHERO Seniors & Ambassadors

Completing Grades 8-12

• July 24 - 28 (4 nights)

• Madison College & Madison Leadership Center

• $215

What is it truly like to be a firefighter, police officer, or EMT? Meet women and men in these careers and learn from them about how you can follow in their footsteps. Even if you don’t want to go into the field, this camp will push your limits and bring you greater confidence to respond in an emergency. The camp curriculum changes every year to provide you with a progressive experience. In the past we’ve hosted activities like rappelling, extrication, putting in an IV, CPR certification, crime scene analysis and photography, citizen intervention, and much more. What will this year bring? It will be engaging, powerful, and prepare you for your future. Bunk at the Leadership Center.

CAMPHERO LOTTERY REGISTRATION

CampHERO is extremely popular and that’s why we use a lottery system to ensure all girls have equal access to attend. All CampHERO registrations are through a lottery.

LOTTERY DETAILS & DATES

• Lottery link opens January 10. The link will be published on our social channels and www.gsbadgerland.org.

• The deadline to enter the lottery is March 14.

• Names will be randomly selected and those campers will be notified the week of March 20.

• Unclaimed spots will be available to all on April 4.

BUILD

CELEBRATING OUR 5TH YEAR!

CampBUILD is a Badgerland original specialty camp in partnership with Madison College. The sessions are expertly led by skilled professionals for girls to learn about carpentry and the building trades.

CampBUILD: Material Handler

Completing Grades PreK-K & Adults

• August 5 • Madison College • $25

The blueprint to success is bringing your adult buddy who’s excited to nail it with you. Together you will learn basic carpentry skills from professionals. Learn how to stay safe in the shop while discovering what it means to be a carpenter. You and your helper will create and take home a special build you both can enjoy.

NOTE: While adults participate for free, registration is required to hold your spot.

CampBUILD: Skilled Helper

Completing Grades 1-2

• August 12 • Madison College • $25

Your mission is to complete a full build in 4 hours! Oh, yes you can! You’ll work with your building crew and learn how to safely use the hand tools provided while finishing a completed project to take home. What will you make? To be revealed at CampBUILD. Get psyched now!

CampBUILD: Pre-Apprentice

Completing Grades 3-4

• August 3 or 4

• Madison College • $35

It’s gonna be a busy day in the workshop! You will design, craft, and assemble a special project planned for you. Use power tools and hand tools to finish your build under the guidance of a professional carpenter who will help you stay safe and show you some insider tools of the trade to make your job easier. You’ll wrap the day with completed project you get to take home.

CampBUILD: Apprentice

Completing Grades 5-7

• July 31 or August 1 • Madison College • $35

An apprentice dedicates themselves to learning a trade from a professional. Today’s trade is carpentry and you’ll learn from the expert. Get your hands on power tools like the circular saw, jigsaw, drivers, and a sander to create a project of your own. Spend all day in the carpentry shop creating your project and putting it together. By day’s end, you will be able to show off your newfound skills to your family.

CampBUILD: Journeyworker

Completing Grades 8-12

• July 20-22 (3 days) • Madison College • $105

A Journeyworker has learned their trade through apprenticeship and now works for “a day’s pay”. Over three days, you will learn carpentry skills from local tradeswomen. You will use the tools of the trade to build a project to take home. Your crew will also work together to build a project to benefit a local youth serving organization. Come away with many skills you can use in your daily life and feel good about giving back to the community.

Note: This is a 3-day camp; no overnights.

REGISTRATION

• Visit gsbadgerland.org and click the Activities tab

• Find programs by date or use the search bar

• Click on the program to start registration

• Payment is due upon registration

If you need help registering online, call our Customer Care Team for assistance: 800.236.2710.

CAMP DEPOSITS

Lock in registration with a non-refundable $100 deposit on sessions that cost over $150. Full payment is due June 1.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial Assistance for program registration is available to qualifying families for Badgerland-sponsored programs. Find the form and qualifying information at gsbadgerland.org.

CONFIRMATIONS

A confirmation will be emailed within 24 hours. You will also receive an email the week before your event. For camp programs and other overnight adventures, you will receive emails several weeks in advance with info including a packing list.

CAMPDOC.COM

Look for a separate email from CampDoc inviting you to create an account and complete the camper’s profile. This includes health records. Complete this THREE WEEKS BEFORE CAMP; except CampHERO sessions which are due by June 1.

SAFETY UPDATE

Girl Scout safety is always our top priority. COVID-19 vaccines are strongly encouraged, but not required, for members attending Girl Scouting events including summer camp and other Badgerland overnight activities.

For the duration of 2023, Badgerland reserves the right to mandate vaccinations for program attendees in the event of updated protocols recommended by county, state, or federal health agencies. In the event of a change in policy that impacts your program, refunds will be available.

PAYING WITH BADGERLAND BUCKS

Girl Scouts teaches girls financial literacy from the Cookie Program and Badgerland Fall Fundraiser. She can earn Badgerland Bucks to pay for her own experiences including camp. There are two ways to pay with Badgerland Bucks:

1) Call Customer Care at 800.236.2710 to complete a registration over the phone using Badgerland Bucks.

2) Register and pay online with a credit card, then complete and submit the Badgerland Bucks Reimbursement Form at gsbadgerland.org. (Click forms).

CANCELLATION POLICY

Occasionally the need arises to cancel due to weather, safety concerns, or low registration. For weather-based cancellations, every attempt will be made to contact you. Maintain accurate contact information in MyGS so staff can reach you. If canceled, the program will be rescheduled or refunded.

REFUND POLICY

Refunds, minus a $10 cancellation fee per event transaction, are given for cancellations made by the registration deadline, or in the event of serious illness or death in the family. Full refunds are issued after the deadline only if the program is canceled.