Older Girl Leadership Programs

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Programs aim to train campers entering grades 9-12 to be effective leaders and to understand the necessary qualities and responsibilities required to be a Camp Counselor. CITs are provided with the tools they need to be leaders at camp, as well as in their community at large. Under the direction of our Leadership Staff, CITs will expand their leadership skills by shadowing counselors, taking certification courses, and participating in various activities and workshops that will prepare them for working with campers of all ages.

Cit I

Our two-week Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program aims to train Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts to be effective leaders and to understand the necessary qualities and responsibilities required to be a Camp Aide.

During the first week, the CITs will get the opportunity to expand their leadership skills by participating in various activities and workshops that will prepare them for working with campers of all ages. During the second week of the program, they will put their knowledge to the test while they shadow program staff and Camp Aides. At the end of each day of the second week, CITs will get the chance to read over their daily feedback forms (that are completed by the staff they were shadowing that day) and reflect on how to continue to grow in their leadership journey. Participants who complete this two-week program will earn their CIT pin.

Grades 9-10

Camp Sacajawea

Day Camp CIT I

July 10-14 & July 17-21 | $625

Camp Inawendiwin

Day Camp CIT I (Choose one)

Session 1: July 10-14 & July 17-21 | $625

Session 2:

July 24-28 & July 31-August 4 | $625

Session 3: August 7-11 & August 14-18 | $625

Camp Oak Spring

Day Camp CIT I

July 31-August 4 & August 7-11

$625

KEY: Camp Sacajawea | Camp Inawendiwin | Camp Oak Spring | Camp Kettle Run

Cit Ii

After earning the CIT pin, campers will be able to hone their skills and expand on their interests during this multi-week program. CIT II’s will be well on their way to joining the Summer Camp staff after embarking on one of our CIT II tracks. Participants who complete their choice of the two programs provided will earn their CIT II Pin. All participants will be encouraged to attend a Zoom meeting prior to their week at camp to help them get ready for their adventure.

Choose from the following CIT II tracks:

Aquatics Track:

Older Girl Leadership Programs

The CIT II’s will get the opportunity to expand their leadership skills as they work with a Lifeguard Instructor to prepare them for working with campers of all ages in an aquatic setting. During the first week the CIT II’s will learn all of the necessary skills they need to become a lifeguard. During the second week, they will shadow members of our aquatics team at both our pool and dock each day. Additionally, at the end of each day of the second week, CIT II’s will get the chance to read over their daily feedback forms (that are completed by the staff they were shadowing that day) and reflect on how to continue to grow in their aquatics leadership journey. Enrollment in this course does not guarantee employment. CIT II’s that pass the course are eligible to apply to work at Camp Oak Spring.

| July 5-7 & July 10-14 | $725 | Grades: 11-12 (must be 15 years old by July 5th)

Wilderness Adventure Track:

Take your CIT training to the next level with a program exclusive to Camp Sacajawea! In this 13 day intensive program, CIT II’s will be trained in Small Craft Safety, complete a kayak day trip, and a two night backpacking and hiking trip. In completing this program, CIT II’s will be certified to co-lead GSCSNJ’s boating activities on non-moving water, receive a USA Archery Level 1 Certification and GSCSNJ Low Ropes certification, as well as receive their CIT II pin. Upon completion of this course, campers can return to be Camp Aide Small Craft Safety boating facilitators later in the summer for Troop and Family Camp or Day Camp. Completion of this course does not guarantee employment.

| June 23-July 6 | $725 | Grades: 10-12

Camp Aide

Camp Aides are the support to the Unit Leaders, Program Managers, Kitchen Managers, Waterfront Managers, and Camp Directors (Administrative Staff) who are the primary caregivers for each camper. Camp Aides will help in planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills. Camp Aides could be assigned activities in any and all camp areas including office work, kitchen helper, etc.

Camp Aides will earn volunteer hours towards their Service to Girl Scouting Bar.

Day Camp Aide

Prerequisite: CIT I

| $80

Group Camp Aide

Prerequisite: Sacy CIT II

| $180 Register your camper at campforgirls.org

Camp Sacajawea

Camp “Sacy” Sacajawea offers a variety of styles of camping to create an amazing experience no matter what you are looking for. Make memories with your family and friends during our all inclusive Family Camp Weekends or challenge your troop to learn new skills, earn badges and have a traditional camping adventure. Day camp with us for one or all of our themed weeks while you make new friends, build confidence and have a great summer to remember.

Camp Sacy offers three different ways to get outdoors this summer!

Day Camp:

For the independent girl who wants to try a variety of activities designed for skill-building and self-discovery.

Weekend Family & Troop Camp:

Have all the adventure & fun of Girl Scouting packed into a three-day, two-night adventure! Whether it’s your group’s first time camping or you are experienced campers, our expert staff will help your group embrace the outdoor spirit!

Day Camp Drop Off & Pick Up:

Drop Off 8:45-9:00 AM | Pick Up 5:00-5:15 PM

Use your own transportation to drop your camper off in the morning and she will be in good hands until the end of the day.

Weekday Troop Camp:

The Troop Camp experience is ideal for Girl Scouts who are excited about a unique opportunity for bonding during a camping adventure with a familiar group of peers and troop leaders. Camp Sacy will provide campers and leaders with an all-inclusive experience with camp magic, leadership opportunities, high adventure, badge workshops, and all meals and snacks.

Because your busy work schedule doesn’t stop just because it is summer, we offer before and after care. Campers will continue the Girl Scout Leadership Experience with fun and engaging programs that make it so your camper never wants to leave.

The cost of Before & After Care is included in the price of camp.

Camp Sacajawea offers transportation with centralized stops throughout Salem, Gloucester, Atlantic, and Cape May counties.

$50 per week

Day Camp at Camp Sacajawea is the perfect place to get outdoors. The outdoors are powerful and you will encounter opportunities for decision making that let you work collaboratively to problem solve and think creatively. Camp Sacy will help you discover your potential, independence, and voice. Campers will be split up into groups by grade to maximize their experience and foster a culture of community.

View Daisy Mini Week Day Camp option on next page.

Week 1 | July 5-7

Outerspace Super Hero | $250

Blast off to Summer!! Our Planet is amazing and you are an outerspace superhero at camp this week! Explore what makes our planet so special, learn about the constellations, and become an official planet protector! As a bonus adventure, campers will fly through outerspace as we visit the Rowan Planetarium. Campers will take action and put into place a mindful plan to keep our planet at its very best, make new friends, gain confidence, challenge themselves and have a great week. Daisy Campers must have completed 1 full year of school or attended Daisy Days at Camp Sacajawea.

Grades: K-9

Badge Earned: Daisy Space Science Explorer; Brownie Space Science Adventurer; Junior Space Science Investigator; Cadette Space Science Researcher

Week 2 | July 10-14

Girl Scout Olympics

Daisy and Brownie | $410

Junior and Cadette | $475

Be an Olympic Medalist this week at camp! Campers will train and challenge themselves during our very own Girl Scout Olympic Games. At camp this week you will become more confident in Girl Scout skills and activities and be your very best going for gold! Junior and older campers will learn the refined art of Mounted Archery on a day adventure at a local horse farm while younger campers work together to build an Olympic game city. Daisy Campers must have completed 1 full year of school or attended Daisy Days at Camp Sacajawea. This week includes a Thursday Night Light for Daisies & Brownies or Traditional Overnight for Juniors & Up.

Grades: K-9

Badge Earned: Daisy Board Game Design Challenge; Brownie Bugs; Junior Horseback Riding; Cadette Archery & Field Day