2023 Summer Camp Program Guide

Welcome to s’more fun at summer camp!

Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont has three camp properties and an equestrian center accredited by the American Camp Association. We can’t wait to share a summer of fun with you!

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Your summer camp price is “all-inclusive!” The price of camp includes all meals and accommodations, outside trip costs (if applicable), take-home art projects, earned badges, $20 Trading Post gift certificate and parent access to an online photo service.

Summer camp registration opens on January 30! Register by scanning the QR code or by visiting bit.ly/3QM0Bo5.

FIVE OUTCOMES

When girls come to summer camp, they do more than just have fun! Our camp programming is designed to help girls grow and benefit through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

Strong Sense of Self

At camp, girls are encouraged to try new activities and practice their skills. Girls have the freedom to choose extra activity rotations to add to their daily schedule.

Healthy Relationships

In a group living setting like camp, conflict can happen. When it does, our trained counselors discuss any disagreements with girls and help them solve their conflict constructively.

Challenge Seeking

At camp, our staff instructors are trained to supervise their specialty area and engage girls in healthy risk taking. Girls can try “challenge by choice” in an encouraging, uplifting environment.

Positive Values

At camp, we recite the Girl Scout Promise and Law each morning at a flag ceremony and ask girls to consider the Law during conflicts. Girls learn to share responsibility in keeping their living area clean and assisting in cleaning areas shared by all campers during daily “kapers.”

Community Problem Solving

As part of our group living environment at camp, girls create their own rules for their groups with the guidance of our counselors.

GETTING ALL GIRLS OUTSIDE

Camp is for all girls, and we have programming for every age level. If you are not a current Girl Scout member, you can still attend camp! Enjoy an adventure-filled summer and gain an annual Girl Scout membership for only $25, which will give you access to local opportunities, council programs and more Girl Scout fun!

Daisies, Grades K - 1

Brownies, Grades 2 - 3

MINI CAMP

Juniors, Grades 4 - 5

Cadettes, Grades 6 - 8

Seniors, Grades 9 - 10

Ambassadors, Grades 11 - 12

Our mini sessions are the perfect introduction to the overnight camp experience! Camping Sunday - Wednesday provides a shortened, yet action-packed, summer camp program with all the camp favorites. New experiences await each day, such as archery, pool time, arts and crafts, boating, campfires, working on badges and more!

DECEMBER 15

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Summer Staff Applications Open

JANUARY 9

Teen Outdoor Leadership Program Applications Open

JANUARY 30

Summer Camp Registration Launches with Early Bird Discount

FEBRUARY 1

Summer Camp 2023 Financial Aid Applications Open Register for camp first and pay the $50 deposit before applying for financial aid.

FEBRUARY 28

Last Day for Early Bird Discount

FEBRUARY 28

Teen Outdoor Leadership Program Applications Close

MARCH 31

Summer Camp 2023 Financial Aid Applications Close

PAYING FOR CAMP

APRIL 29

Camp Work Day

Camp Ginger Cascades and Keyauwee Program Center

Help get camp ready through beautification projects such as painting, landscaping or trail maintenance.

APRIL 30

Family Fun Day

Keyauwee Program Center

Spend the day touring and participating in fun camp activities.

MAY 13

Camp Sunshine Family Fun Day

Camp Ginger Cascades

Spend the day touring camp and participating in fun camp activities.

MAY 12

Final Camp Payments Due

JUNE 11

First Day of Summer Camp

Did you earn Cookie Dough by participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program? Use it to help pay for camp by sending a request to redeem your Cookie Dough to info@girlscoutsp2p.org after you register for a program. You can also use Cookie Dough at our trading posts during your stay!

Save with the Early Bird Discount

Save $50 on any full-week overnight camp or CIT I programs when you register by February 28.

Summer Camp 2023 Financial Aid Available

Don’t let finances keep your girl from attending summer camp! Once you register for a program and pay a $50 deposit, you will have access to our online financial aid application. If you do not receive the link, please contact us at 800-672-2148 or info@girlscoutsp2p.org. Receiving financial aid is confidential. Our camp staff do not know who receives financial assistance.

THEME THURSDAYS

Get into the camp spirit and pack something special to wear on Theme Thursdays!

Keyauwee Program Center

Overnight Camp

JUNE 11 - 16 Dino/Cave People Day

JUNE 18 - 23 Wacky Tacky Day

JUNE 25 - 30 Cabin Colors Day

JULY 2 - 7 Tourist Day

Day Camp

JULY 17 - 21 Neon Day

JULY 24 - 28 When I Grow Up Day

JULY 31 - AUGUST 4 Beach Day

Camp Ginger Cascades

Overnight Camp

JULY 16 - 21 Wacky Tacky Day

JULY 23 - 28 Cabin Colors Day

JULY 30 - AUGUST 4 Super Hero Day

AUGUST 6 - 11 Space Day

COVID-19 INFO

DAILY SCHEDULE

Sunday Drop Off

1 - 5 p.m.

8:15 a.m.

Flag Ceremony

8:30 a.m. Breakfast

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Unit Activity Blocks

12:30 p.m. Lunch

1:30 p.m.

Feet on Bed (FOB)

2:30 - 6 p.m. Unit Activity Blocks

6 p.m. Dinner

7 p.m. All-Camp Activities

8 p.m. Showers

10 p.m. Lights Out

Wednesday Night Cookout Night

Thursday Night

Closing Campfire

Friday Pick Up

3 - 5 p.m.

The safety of our Girl Scouts, volunteers and staff is the highest priority at GSCP2P. Based on recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the American Camp Association (ACA) and local health authorities, we will again be requiring that campers complete a parent administered rapid COVID test as part of the check-in procedure.

Updated camp and COVID-19 information will be available in the spring and sent out to all registrants with their Camper Packet. If you have specific questions prior to that, please e-mail info@girlscoutsp2p.org.

Anna

“Sunny”

Reese

My name is Anna “Sunny” Reese, and I am the Camp Director at Keyauwee Program Center and Summer Camp Director at Camp Ginger Cascades. I fell in love with all things outdoors and camping at a young age, attending overnight camp in New Jersey every summer as kid. From there, I became summer staff and was on the year-round leadership team for six years. I spent two years in Washington completing a Youth Programming Outdoor Experience Internship before coming to P2P. I love creating spaces for campers to feel welcome and authentic while experiencing exciting outdoor programs!

Cassidy “Dover” McCollum

My name is Cassidy “Dover” McCollum, and I am the Equine Experience Specialist at Circle C Equestrian Center. My long history with Circle C goes all the way back to being a camper myself. I took a hiatus from camp to work as a technician in the veterinary industry for the last four years, but I found my way back - being camp sick is no joke! I am CHA certified and enjoy helping riders of all levels develop their skills.

Cathy “Barrow” Thacker

My name is Cathy “Barrow” Thacker, and I am the Equine Experience Manager at Circle C Equestrian Center. I have been teaching riders of all ages, abilities and ambitions horseback riding for over 25 years. One of my favorite things is helping riders learn and appreciate the life lessons horses have to offer. I am a CHA certified Riding Instructor and a graduate of Averett University’s Equestrian Studies program. 2023 will be my 10th summer at Keyauwee Program Center and Circle C.

Kaydee “Sigma” Tiemann

My name is Kaydee “Sigma” Tiemann, and I am the Outdoor Experience Manager at Keyauwee Program Center. I have spent the last 20 plus summers working at camps across the country and am originally from Dallas, Texas. When at camp, my favorite activity is tie dye.

BARROW

DOVER

SUNNY

Meet Our Staff

THISTLE

Sawyer “Thistle” Thomas

My name is Sawyer “Thistle” Thomas, and I am the Outdoor Experience Manager at Camp Ginger Cascades. I’ve always loved camping and the outdoors and, luckily for me, I’ve been able to make a career out of giving kids these same experiences! My favorite activity at camp is the climbing wall - it is so rewarding to see campers step outside of their comfort zones and accomplish their goals, even if they seemed difficult at first. My other favorite activity is cascading because who doesn’t want to go sliding down a magical waterfall?

MEET OUR HERD

Circle C Equestrian Center in Sophia, NC also offers weekly riding lessons and individual and troop programs throughout the year.

Register for upcoming programs at Circle C Equestrian Center by scanning the QR code or by visiting bit.ly/3iK7FVA.

AJ BABY BLUEBERRY BIG AL BUDDY

CANDY CHEYENNE IVY HALVAR JENNY

KIRK MINI RIO PRESLEY SPRINGER TRIGGER

Camp Maps & Living Units

KEYAUWEE PROGRAM CENTER, SOPHIA

Apache

Apache is home to those who take part in our horse program. This site has eight small cabins each with four beds. Apache has a fire ring with benches and a shared bathhouse.

Bunkhouse

The Bunkhouse is dorm style housing that holds 32. With eight bunkbeds on each side, Bunkhouse is a great place for first time and younger campers. It is equipped with electricity, heat, air conditioning, full bathrooms and a small kitchen on each side with an oven, stove and refrigerator. There is a back porch with firepits and picnic tables that overlooks a firepit.

Caraway

This site has eight small cabins each with four beds. The shelter has picnic tables and an outdoor kitchen containing a firepit and a refrigerator. There is a shared bathhouse. The porch connecting the cabins makes this site a camper favorite!

Chippewa

This site has nine small cabins each with four beds and the place our CITs call home. Chippewa has a fire ring with benches. This unit uses latrines.

Comanche

This site has eight small cabins each with four beds and is used by horse camp participants. The shelter has a screened porch on the back that overlooks the lake. Comanche has a fire ring with benches and a shared bathhouse.

Concho, Creek, Pee Dee & Saponi

These units include eight platform tents with zip up screens that sleep four girls. The shelter has picnic tables and an outdoor kitchen containing a firepit and a refrigerator. Girls use a shared bathhouse.

Savannah

This unit has eight small cabins that sleep four girls. The shelter has picnic tables and an outdoor kitchen containing a firepit and a refrigerator. Girls use a shared bathhouse.

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CAMP GINGER CASCADES, LENOIR

Hilltop

The upstairs of Hilltop Lodge includes four sleeping rooms with bunkbeds and single beds, a common room and a handicapped accessible bathroom. The downstairs includes a large activity room (seats 80 at tables), break room (stove, refrigerator, microwave, sink) and bathrooms/showers. The lodge has electricity and air conditioning. The shelter contains a fireplace and picnic tables, with fire ring and benches.

Mushroom Mount

Located nearest the lake, this unit has two cabins with two rooms each. Each room sleeps six people. Rooms include two bunk beds, two cots, a ceiling fan, a small heater and electricity. There is also a shelter with fireplace, picnic tables and kitchen (stove, refrigerator, microwave, sink), along with a fire ring. Girls share a bathhouse.

Rainbow Ridge

This site consists of eight, colorful cabins that sleep six with cots, ceiling fan, small heater and electricity. There is also a shelter with fireplace, picnic tables and kitchen (stove, refrigerator, microwave, sink), along with a fire ring. Girls share a bathhouse.

Rocky Ridge

This unit’s buildings are connected by elevated walkways and ramps through the trees that are completely handicapped accessible. There are four treehouses with two rooms each, sleeping four on cots. Rooms also include electricity, ceiling fan and a small heater. There is also a shelter with fireplace, picnic tables and kitchen (stove, refrigerator, microwave, sink), along with a fire ring. Girls share a bathhouse.

High Top

This unit consists of three yurts that sit far back in the forest and closer to nature. Two of the yurts sleep 12 girls and one sleeps eight. This unit has a shelter with a fireplace and picnic tables, a refrigerator, shared bathhouse and fire ring.

Misty Mountain

This unit consists of four wooden cabins set up in a circular pattern, sleeping eight girls each. This unit has a shelter with a fireplace and picnic tables, a refrigerator, shared bathhouse and fire ring.

Pioneer Ridge

This remote unit consists of six wooden cabins, with six beds each. This unit has a shelter with a fireplace and picnic tables, a refrigerator, shared bathhouse and fire ring.

Sleepy Hollow

This unit consists of five, cozy wooden cabins that sleep five girls each. This unit has a shelter with a fireplace and picnic tables, a refrigerator, shared bathhouse and fire ring.

Tree Houses

This unit consists of six screened-in cabins on stilts. Each cabin has five beds, sleeping 30 people total. This unit has a shelter with a fireplace and picnic tables, a refrigerator, shared bathhouse and fire ring.

Westfeldt

Westfeldt is Pisgah’s troop house that is setup like a lodge. There are 12 mattresses on beds and 12 mattresses that can be put on the floor to sleep 24 people. This unit has heat and air conditioning, a full kitchen, fireplace and bathroom inside the lodge.

Counselor-In-Training (CIT) I

Keyauwee Program Center: JUNE 25 - JULY 7

Camp Ginger Cascades: JULY 30 - AUGUST 11

Grade 11, $825

This two-week opportunity is for girls who are ready to begin the pathway to camp leadership at overnight camp. During their first week, CIT I’s will have training on topics such as introduction to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, age and social characteristics of younger campers, essential skills needed to be a great counselor and how to lead songs and games. During their second week, CIT I’s will split their time between training sessions and shadowing camp staff working with younger campers. During both weeks, CIT I’s will spend nights in their own unit and receive ongoing supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Coordinator.

IMPORTANT: CITs will need to be picked up on Friday like any other camper for both weeks of their stay. CITs will not be staying at camp the weekend between their two weeks at camp.

PREREQUISITE: Program Aide Award or six volunteer hours working with younger girls and admission into the Teen Outdoor Leadership Program by application.

Counselor-In-Training (CIT) II

Keyauwee Program Center: JUNE 11 - 23

Camp Ginger Cascades: JULY 16 - 28

Grade 12, $825

This two-week opportunity is for the aspiring overnight camp counselor. During their first week, CIT II’s will spend nights in their own unit and will split their time between training sessions with the CIT Coordinator, learning the skills needed to be an outstanding camp counselor and shadowing camp staff working with younger campers. While shadowing, they will observe the unit and program staff, evaluate experiences and receive guidance from the CIT Coordinator as they assist in units. During their second week, CIT II’s will become Junior Counselors and spend their days plugging into a group of younger girls and taking an active role in leading the group. During both weeks, CIT II’s will spend nights in their own units and receive ongoing supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Coordinator, while building teamwork skills and observing unit staff.

IMPORTANT: CITs will need to be picked up on Friday like any other camper for both weeks of their stay. CITs will not be staying at camp the weekend between their two weeks at camp.

PREREQUISITE: CIT I and admission into the Teen Outdoor Leadership Program by application. Successful applicants will have an interview and must also have completed either the Silver Torch, Silver and Gold Torch, Gold Torch, a Community Service Bar or a Service to Girl Scouting Bar.

Riding-Instructor-In-Training (RIIT)

Circle C Equestrian Center: JUNE 11 - 16, JUNE 18 - 23, JUNE 25 - 30, JULY 2 - 7

Ages 13+, $75

Lead as a Riding-Instructor-In-Training (RIIT) Barn Assistant! You will learn how to teach others about horse grooming, leading, riding and caring for horses. You will also have the opportunity to ride, broaden your knowledge of horses and meet friends that share a love for horses too!

PREREQUISITE: This program is for currents RIITs who have volunteered 24 hours or four Saturdays at Circle C Equestrian Center in the 2022 - 2023 year. Application and interview required. Please e-mail circlec@girlscoutsp2p.org if you would like to become a RIIT.

TEEN OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

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We are excited to announce the launch of our new Teen Outdoor Leadership Program (TOLP). TOLP will expand our existing Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program from a summer camp experience to a year-round leadership development program. In addition to the summer CIT program, TOLP will offer a Teen Outdoor Leadership Summit in the spring, a Teen Outdoor Leadership Conference in the fall and monthly meetings to keep program members engaged and learning throughout the year!

Admission into TOLP is a prerequisite for CIT I & II programs. Applications are due by February 28.

Learn more about TOLP and apply by scanning the QR code or by visiting bit.ly/3waZcOl.

TeenOutdoor LeadershipProgram

KEYAUWEE PROGRAM CENTER, SOPHIA

Camp Programs

Prehistoric Planet

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): JUNE 11 - 14

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): JUNE 11 - 16

Hey there, future paleontologists! Grab your gear because we are going on a prehistoric adventure. Come spend your week among the dinosaurs - digging for fossils, a caveman dinner, searching for Keyauwee’s Golden Dino and more!

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Gem mine at Cedar Hill Family Farm

Seniors and Ambassadors: Camp overnight at Camp Ginger Cascades and flume mine at Gem Mountain

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Eco Learner

Brownie: Pets

Junior: Gardener

Cadette: Trees

Senior: Voice for Animals

Ambassador: Eco Advocate

Cost: Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $590

Senior & Ambassador: $595

Choose Your Own Adventure

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): JUNE 18 - 21

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): JUNE 18 - 23

Choose your own camp adventure! Every day you will get to decide the activities you do - choices like swimming, paddle boarding, archery and more! Find new passions when you take classes with your counselors. Learn new hobbies like sewing, painting, theater and line dancing!

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Tour Mendenhall Waterfalls and zipline at Richland Creek Zipline

Seniors and Ambassadors: Camp overnight at Camp Pisgah and canyoneer at Cove Creek Canyon with Pura Vida Adventures

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Trail Adventure

Brownie: Outdoor Adventurer

Junior: Trail Adventure, Hiking

Cadette: Climbing Adventure

Senior: Climbing Adventure

Ambassador: Climbing

Adventure

Cost:

Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $610

Senior & Ambassador: $705

Clash of the Cabins

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): JUNE 25 - 28

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): JUNE 25 - 30

Will your cabin go home with the golden dinosaur? Earn points for your team throughout the week by competing in daily, camp-wide challenges and activities. You will get the chance to participate in traditional camp activities such as archery, the rock wall (Juniors and up), boating and more...all while earning points for your team! Who will be the champions of the 2023 Clash of the Cabins?

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Play laser tag, arcade games and bowl at Spare Time

Seniors and Ambassadors: Camp overnight at Camp

Pisgah and raft on Fontana Lake at the Nantahala Outdoor Center

Celebrate

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): JULY 2 - 5

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): JULY 2 - 7

Happy Holidays! Every day you will experience a new holiday at camp. You will go trick or treating, have a birthday party, dye eggs, see the best firework display and so much more. Campers will have so much fun celebrating every day while learning what it means to be a Girl Scout.

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Attend a Greensboro Grasshoppers baseball game

Seniors and Ambassadors: Camp overnight at Camp

Pisgah and rock climb with Pura Vida Adventures

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Board Game Design

Challenge

Brownie: Fair Play

Junior: Practice with Purpose

Cadette: Good

Sportsmanship

Senior: Game Visionary

Ambassador: Coaching

Cost:

Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $616

Senior & Ambassador: $655

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Gloria Petal

Brownie: Girl Scout Way

Junior: Girl Scout Way

Cadette: Girl Scout Way

Senior: Girl Scout Way

Ambassador: Girl Scout Way

Cost:

Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $600

Senior & Ambassador: $655

CAMP GINGER CASCADES, LENOIR

Summer in Color

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): JULY 16 - 19

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): JULY 16 -21

Release your inner artist at our Outdoor Art week! Get creative and look for inspiration in the colors, shapes and sounds of nature. In addition to traditional camp activities such as archery, boating and the climbing wall, campers will also make art and music using materials found in nature.

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Create pottery at Bisque N Beads in Hickory

Seniors and Ambassadors: Camp overnight at Camp Pisgah, take an art class using a pottery wheel in Asheville and visit the Biltmore Estate

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Buddy Camper, Snow or Climbing Adventure, Outdoor Art Maker

Brownie: Cabin Camper, Letterboxer, Outdoor Art Creator

Junior: Camper, Geocacher, Outdoor Art Explorer

Cadette: Archery, Outdoor Art Apprentice

Senior: Paddling, Outdoor Art Expert

Ambassador: Ultimate Recreation Challenge, Outdoor Art Master

Cost:

Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $575

Senior & Ambassador: $700

Survivor Challenge

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): JULY 23 - 26

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): JULY 23 - 28 Hike, camp and hone your wilderness survival skills! Campers of all ages will challenge themselves by stepping up their outdoor skills, getting out into nature and taking part in new outdoor adventures. In addition to traditional camp activities such as archery, boating and the climbing wall, campers will also learn about planning and preparing for hiking and camping trips.

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Spelunk at Worley’s Cave

Seniors and Ambassadors: Bike the Virginia Creeper Trail and camp overnight at Grayson Highlands State Park

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Buddy Camper, Snow or Climbing Adventure, Trail Adventure

Brownie: Cabin Camper, Letterboxer, Trail Adventure

Junior: Camper, Geocacher, Trail Adventure

Cadette: Archery, Primitive Camper

Senior: Paddling, Adventure Camper

Ambassador: Ultimate Recreation Challenge, Survival Camper

Cost:

Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $650

Senior & Ambassador: $630

Eco Heroes

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): JULY 30 - AUGUST 2

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): JULY 30 - AUGUST 4

Learn about the amazing ecosystems all around us and what you can do to help protect them.

Campers of all ages will spend time in the outdoors learning how to be a guest in nature’s home. In addition to traditional camp activities such as archery, boating and the climbing wall, campers will also learn about the Leave No Trace principles, take conservation hikes and practice eco-friendly camping techniques.

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Hike the highest peak east of the Mississippi River at Mt. Mitchell State Park Seniors and Ambassadors: Camp overnight at Camp Pisgah, go whitewater rafting on the Nantahala River and explore waterfalls at DuPont State Recreational Forest

IMPORTANT: All Seniors and Ambassadors must be able to pass a swim test to sign up for this week.

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Buddy Camper, Snow or Climbing Adventure, Eco Learner

Brownie: Cabin Camper, Letterboxer, Eco Friend

Junior: Camper, Geocacher, Eco Camper

Cadette: Archery, Eco Trekker

Senior: Paddling, Eco Explorer

Ambassador: Ultimate Recreation Challenge, Water

Cost:

Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $565

Senior & Ambassador: $655

Galaxy Explorers

Mini Session (Grades 1 - 3): AUGUST 6 - 9

Full Week (Grades 4 - 12): AUGUST 6 - 11 Get ready to shoot for the stars and explore the galaxy! Campers of all ages will make discoveries that deepen their understanding of space. In addition to traditional camp activities such as archery, boating and the climbing wall, campers will also go stargazing and learn about the constellations, re-create scientific experiments and use new tools to see the stars in a new way.

Field Trips:

Cadettes: Experience the planetarium at Catawba Science Center

Seniors and Ambassadors: Use advanced telescopes and camp overnight at Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute

Badges Earned:

Daisy: Buddy Camper, Snow or Climbing Adventure, Space Science Explorer

Brownie: Cabin Camper, Letterboxer, Space Science

Adventurer

Junior: Camper, Geocacher, Space Science Investigator

Cadette: Archery, Space Science Researcher

Senior: Paddling, Space Science

Ambassador: Ultimate Recreation Challenge, Space Science Master

Cost:

Daisy & Brownie: $250

Junior: $550

Cadette: $585

Senior & Ambassador: $695

Horse Camp Programs

CIRCLE C EQUESTRIAN CENTER, SOPHIA

Horse Overnight Camp

Register for a horse camp session at Keyauwee Program Center to experience traditional camp activities and daily horse activities at Circle C Equestrian Center.

Artistic Equestrian

JUNE 11 - 16 OR JUNE 25-30

Grades 4 - 5

Do you love horses and art? Enjoy a week of riding lessons for all levels of riders, trail riding, horsemanship lessons and unique horse-themed arts and crafts.

Badges Earned: Horseback Riding, Outdoor Art Explorer

Cost: $705

Equestrian Medic

JUNE 11 - 16 OR JULY 2 - 7

Grades 6 - 8

This program is for riders of any level who are interested in horse ownership or the various careers in the equine health field. Spend half of your day at the barn, splitting your time between riding lessons, horse handling practice and learning what to do in an equine medical emergency.

Badges Earned: STEM Career Explorer

Cost: $705

Equine Innovator

JUNE 18 - 23 OR JULY 2 - 7

Grades 4 - 5

Calling all creative equestrians! Campers will spend half of their day at the barn, splitting their time between riding, learning about and discovering the challenges faced by the equine industry and creating innovative solutions for horses and humans. There will be riding lessons for all levels of riders, trail riding and horsemanship lessons.

Badges Earned: Horseback Riding, Product Innovator

Cost: $705

Equine Explorer

JUNE 18 - 23

Grades 6 - 8

This program is for confident riders of any level. Spend half of your day at the barn, splitting your time between building the riding skills needed to ride your horse outside the arena, horsemanship lessons and trail safety, design and maintenance. Campers will plan a pack-out trail lunch, design and ride a trail challenge course and learn about different equine trail sports and activities.

Equestrian Games

JUNE 25 - 30

Grades 6 - 8

This program is for riders of any level who would like to learn more about equestrian games and sports. Campers will spend half of their day at the barn, where their time will be split between acquiring or practicing the riding skills needed to participate in various mounted games. The rest of their barn time will be spent learning horsemanship and planning and running an end of the week Equestrian Games Championship.

Badges Earned: Eco Trekker

Cost: $705

Badges Earned: Good Sportsmanship

Cost: $705

CIRCLE C EQUESTRIAN CENTER, SOPHIA

Horse Day Camp

Spend your whole day (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) at the barn growing your riding and horse handling skills, in addition to participating in a unique, activity-based educational program, Equi-Scholars, that teaches riders to better understand equine behavior.

Campers will need to bring a packed lunch. Long pants, close-toed shoes or boots are required. Riding helmets are provided.

Equine Experts

JULY 17 - 21

Grades 9 - 12

This day camp is for Seniors and Ambassadors who are looking to practice and develop their riding skills. Time off the horse will be spent learning more about horse breeds conformation and horse judging. On Friday, head out for an all-day field trip where your new knowledge will be put to use!

Cost: $435

Pony Daze

JULY 24 - 28 OR AUGUST 7 - 11

Grades 4 - 5

This program is for Juniors of any riding experience or level. Each day includes a riding lesson, horsemanship activities, horse care and horse-themed crafts. On Friday, introduce your family to your favorite horse!

Cost: $405

Equine Experience

JULY 31 - AUGUST 4

Grades 6 - 8

This program is for Cadettes of any riding experience or level. Each day includes a riding lesson, horsemanship activities, horse care and horse-themed crafts. On Friday, head out for a field trip to explore the local equine industry.

Cost: $435

Pony Parade

AUGUST 14 - 18

Grades 2 - 3

This half day program (9 a.m. - 1 p.m.) is for Brownies and perfect for first time or infrequent riders. Each day includes a riding lesson, horsemanship activities, horse care and horse-themed crafts. On Friday, introduce your family to your favorite horse.

Cost: $405

KEYAUWEE PROGRAM CENTER, SOPHIA

Day Camp

Grades K - 5

Spend your whole day (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) enjoying a variety of camp activities, such as boating, swimming, archery, crafts and more! A week-long session of Day Camp is $250. Campers will need to bring a packed lunch.

Camp Creativity

JULY 17 - 21

Calling all craft lovers and creative geniuses. This week, we will spend a lot of time getting creative and messy! Think paint, glitter, crafts and projects. Experience traditional camp activities such as boating, swimming, archery and more - all while staying artsy.

STEM Week

JULY 24 - 28

This is a MUST for all mini scientists and mathematicians. Each day brings new experiments, tests and explosions to learn about! Spend time in the Nature Center getting to know all things native to Keyauwee.

H20 Week

JULY 31 - AUGUST 4

Enjoy lots of time at the pool and lake experiencing water activities including swimming, slip & slide, pedal boating, kayaking, canoeing and more. Campers will even get to design, make and race team boats!

Day Camp Programs

CAMP PISGAH, BREVARD

Troop Camp

Take your troop on unique adventures this summer! Reserve lodging at Camp Pisgah and work with local vendors to give your troop a summer experience they’ll never forget. All vendors/tours have already been approved by GSCP2P and adhere to Safety Activity Checkpoint guidelines.

Find unit information and pricing on the Camp Pisgah Amenities List available at bit.ly/3Xzq9H7. Contact info@girlscoutsp2p.org or 800-6722148 to reserve your unit at camp. Please contact vendors directly to reserve activities.

Gem Mining

Ages 5+

See what treasures you can unearth!

Vendor Information: Crystal Mountain Gem Mine crystalmarketminingcompany.com

828-877-4700

Live Music

Ages 5+

Get ready to tap your feet and experience a performance!

Vendor Information: Brevard Music Center brevardmusic.org

828-862-2105

Mountain Biking

Ages 12+

Starting at $160 per person (minimum 3 hours)

Explore mountain biking programs in both Pisgah National Forest and Dupont State Recreation Forest that maximize the downhill and minimize the uphill for a grand adventure.

Vendor Information: The Bike Farm thebikefarm.com/guided-mountainbiking

828-577-3673

Nature Discovery

Did you know the Pisgah National Forest is the birthplace of forestry in America? Learn more about the great outdoors.

Vendor Information: Visit nearby state and national parks, many of which offer free pre-scheduled programming. Contact the ranger at each location to discuss program opportunities.

Gorges State Park

Explore 26 waterfalls. ncparks.gov/state-parks/gorgesstate-park

Holmes Educational State Forest Tour the talking tree trail. ncesf.org/holmes.html

Dupont State Recreational Forest Visit movie-famous waterfalls. dupontstaterecreationalforest.com

Carl Sandburg National Historic Site Meet Mrs. Sandburg’s prizewinning goat herd.

nps.gov/carl

FIND Outdoors

Enjoy tours and educational programs for all ages at the Cradle of Forestry in Pisgah Forest. gofindoutdoors.org/programs

Troop Camp Programs

Rock Climbing

Ages 11+

Starting at $75 per person (4 hours)

Reach new heights with guided climbing programs in Pisgah National Forest that range to suit the needs of everyone, from novice scramblers to experienced climbers.

Vendor Information:

Pura Vida Adventures

pvadventures.com

772-579-0005

Waterfall Exploring

Ages 5+

Discover up to 20 different waterfalls around Brevard.

Vendor Information: This is a self-led adventure, but use the free guide available at bit.ly/3XBCFGf to help you plan.

Waterfall Rappelling

Ages 11+

Starting at $125 per person (3 - 5 hours)

Rappel with certified guides beside a 75 foot waterfall in the Cove Creek Canyon.

Vendor Information:

Pura Vida Adventures

pvadventures.com

772-579-0005

open for ages 16+!

Kitchen and Ranger Assistant positions are

Counselor positions are open for ages 18+!

bit.ly/3K3cwKw .

applications are available at

Work at camp! Staff position descriptions and

to have an amazing summer at camp!

You do not have to be a current Girl Scout

Camp is for all girls in grades K12.

confidence and independence.

critical thinking and problem solving.

teamwork and conflict resolution.

interpersonal and social skills.

including:

things that help build essential life skills, •

info@girlscoutsp2p.org