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Table of Contents All About Camp...................................................4 Important Dates..................................................4 Camp Extras........................................................5 Frequently Asked Questions..............................6 Camp Graham Camp Sessions...........................8 Camp Graham Family & Troop Events.............11 Camp Mary Atkinson Camp Sessions..............14 Camp Mary Atkinson Day Camp Sessions.......17 Registration for Camp........................................20 Financial Information and Policies...................21 Employment Opportunities..............................23 Campership Donations......................................26 Campership Request Form................................27
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Hey, Girl Scout! Welcome to our newly reimagined Summer Fun Guide, a canvas where you can paint your personal growth story, surrounded by the strength and warmth of our sisterhood. While our guide remains a testament to exploring new experiences and horizons, this year, we dive deeper into celebrating the unique beauty each of you embodies. At Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines (GS-NCCP), our 2024 Summer Fun Guide offers you the nourishment and support to let your true self flourish amidst a bouquet of diverse talents. We believe that in the garden of Girl Scouts, the unique beauty of every flower makes our organization strong. As you browse the chapters of this guide, you'll notice a heightened emphasis on inclusivity. In the wake of changing times, our approach has evolved, but our core remains constant: to foster a community where EVERYONE belongs. Our summer events this year will resonate with the spirit of acceptance, ensuring that everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. As always, the health and wellbeing of our members remain our foremost priority. Camps will be tailored according to the most recent safety guidelines, with the added promise of further inclusive and accessible opportunities as they materialize. Our promise to you remains the same if not stronger: to provide a space where you can bask in the love of sisterhood, embrace your authentic self, and explore the numerous possibilities that lie before you. With a rich tapestry of camp programs ranging from STEM to life skills and entrepreneurship, we empower every Girl Scout to weave their own success story, backed by a community that cheers for every milestone reached and every barrier broken. Remember, the journey with the Girl Scouts is more than just an adventure; it's a testament to the power of unity, the magic of individuality, and the joy of sisterhood. It's a chance to be a beacon of change, courage, and compassion in a world that needs it more than ever. As the dawn of this new year approaches, we eagerly extend our hands in welcome, anticipating the myriad of stories you'll pen, the challenges you'll conquer, and the memories you'll create. Here's to another year of exploring, learning, growing, and most importantly, blooming boldly.
- Yours in Girl Scouting, The Outdoor Program Team
At Girl Scouts, we prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our members and we strive to ensure that each member’s experience is inclusive and affirming. Our events for the upcoming summer will be planned based on current health and safety protocols as guided by the Governor’s office, CDC, and other health agencies. Because this situation is continuously evolving, additional inclusive and accessibile events may be added to our Activity Calendar as they are finalized. We can’t wait to welcome you to camp this year, celebrating the diversity and strengths that each one of you brings to our community!
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ALL ABOUT CAMP A Note About Safety Nothing is more important than the emotional and physical safety of our campers. Our programs are designed to allow campers to take healthy risks in safe and nurturing environments. Our enthusiastic staff receive extensive training before camp and are chosen for their maturity, energy, and ability to be positive role models for your child. All our camps have received Camp Standards Camp Graham, Camp Hardee, and Camp Mary Atkinson ACA Accreditation. This year, health and safety is at the forefront of our planning. GS–NCCP served over 1,700 are proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), a national organization that sets high Girl Scouts with in-person summer camps in 2023. We standards for the health and safety of campers and staff, remain committed to following the most up-to-date COVID-19 guidance and will communicate specific plans and the delivery of quality programming. In addition for summer 2024 as we get closer to the start of camp. to meeting the established standards for health, safety, program, and personnel criteria set by federal, state and local governments, our camps meet the standards set by Leadership in the Outdoors Campers dive into a whole new world of activities at Girl Scouts of the USA. Girl Scout Camp — swimming freely in lakes, working together to steer a canoe, practicing making the perfect Pricing Early bird and regular session pricing listed in this Guide shot in archery, exploring nature during an afternoon hike, learning to cook over a fire, and cheering on friends is for members of GS–NCCP. If you are a Girl Scout member but not a member of GS–NCCP, you will pay an as they challenge themselves to try new things. Campers also strengthen their skills and grow their passion additional $75 per session in addition to the fees listed for environmental stewardship through our outdoor in this Guide. If you are not a Girl Scout, you will pay an leadership programming. additional $100 fee per session in addition to the pricing listed in this Guide. Girl Scout Camp is for Every Camper! Girl Scout Camp is all about trying new things, meeting new friends, and having fun. Whether you’re interested in horses, archery, swimming, canoeing, hiking, outdoor cooking, or are looking to try all the above, you can have a great summer at Girl Scout Camp!
Whatever the adventure holds, campers are sure to have a great time at Girl Scout Camp. Check out the typical camp day!
Important Dates February 5
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Camp registration opens to Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines members
7:00 a.m.
Wake Up
8:00 a.m.
Breakfast/Flag Ceremony/Kapers(chores)
9:30 a.m.
Morning Activities
12:30 p.m.
Lunch and Rest Time
2:30 p.m.
Afternoon Activities/Unit Time
March 1
Camp Registration opens to non-members
March 31
Last day for early bird pricing
April 1
Deadline for Campership requests
6:00 p.m.
Dinner/Flag Ceremony
May 1
Deadline to pay the final balance due for camp
7:15 p.m.
All-Camp Activity
9:30 p.m.
Shower Time and Lights Out
What’s in Store at Camp Every day at camp truly is a new adventure. No two days are ever the same. Each week, campers will experience a variety of activities while exploring the weekly camp theme. Each camp session has a unique theme that influences the décor, evening activities, crafts and activity modifications. No matter what session you choose, all campers will be able to enjoy our traditional camp activities such as boating, swimming, archery, and more. Camp Extras* Pamper your camper with a special care package! To make your camper’s week more memorable, pre-order the Camp Care Packages and t-shirts from our Trading Post at a discounted price. Reserve your kit now, as they’ll be available only while supplies last! Camp Essentials Care Kit – $25 Your camper will receive our camp essentials pack, including a Bloom Boldly-themed water bottle, keep-cool mister, a camp fun patch, and a special stuffed camp friend- all in a convenient drawstring bag! Camp T-Shirts – $18 Order your Bloom Boldly T-Shirt now! T-Shirts are $18 and come in youth medium and large and adult small through 4XL. Trading Post Campers will have a chance to shop for fun souvenirs during their week at camp! Adults can pre-purchase council gift cards to be used for items such as t-shirts, fun patches, plush animals, flashlights, disposable cameras, and more! Cash is not allowed at any camp. All cards are kept in the Trading Post during the camp session and returned if a balance remains. The remaining balances will be kept on the Trading Post card, and can be used from year to year at camp, in council shops, or they may even be donated to the council at the end of camp. During each camp’s open house, the Trading Post will be open for shopping and a sneak preview of Camp 2024.
Plan your Troop’s Summer Adventure! While Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines offers many summer camping opportunities, your troop/ group could plan on visiting one of our other camp properties for your own summer adventures. Camp Hardee is the perfect place for troops to spend time this summer! Located on the beautiful Pamlico River, Camp Hardee offers troops shores to explore during the day and a breathtaking night sky. Whether groups want to try their hand at outdoor sports such as canoeing, kayaking, archery, and axe throwing, or enjoy the breeze in the hammock village, a fun time awaits for all. Troops can decide to stay a night, a weekend, or even a week in our air-conditioned cabins. Join us for our Camp Hardee Open House on March 3 to explore the shores of the Pamlico. Camp Mu-Sha-Ni is a fantastic place for your troop to enjoy some time in the Sandhills of North Carolina. Enjoy a hike to the beaver pond, boating, target sports, or trying your hand at making some summer cuisine over a fire or in the kitchen of the troop house. Join us at Camp Mu-Sha-Ni for our open house on March 10 to see all that Camp Mu-Sha-Ni has to offer. Check the availability of Camp Hardee and Camp Mu-Sha-Ni by scanning the QR code below or visiting our website at gsnccp.org/RentOurFacilities
*Please note: All camp extras must be paid for in full at the time of registration or purchased at camp check-in. T-Shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed if purchased at camp. All items are available only while supplies last. Please see the full refund policy regarding Camp Extras at gsnccp.org/refund.
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Frequently-Asked Questions Q: Who can attend Girl Scout camp?
Q: What type of training does camp staff receive?
A: Camp is open to all Girl Scouts and girls ages 5-17. Some programs have Entering Grade requirements or prerequisites that must be met to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all campers.
A: Before camp begins, staff attend an intensive on-site training, which includes activity programming, outdoor skills, songs, games, first aid and mental health safety, emergency procedures, communications, program age level characteristics, working through homesickness, and more.
Q: My camper is not a Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines member but would like to attend camp. Can they attend? Are there additional fees? A: Girl Scout camps are open to all campers. An additional fee of $75 for camp is applied to each session for non-GSNCCP Girl Scout Members, and for non-Girl Scout members, this fee is $100 per session. Q: Where will campers sleep? A: Campers are grouped in units. Depending on the camp and their program choice, campers may sleep in cabins, treehouses, or platform tents. Each unit has trained counselors housed in separate quarters within the living unit but close enough to supervise campers. In select sessions at each camp, counselors sleep in the same cabin as campers. Unless noted in session charts, lodging assignments will not be given prior to check-in at camp. Q: Can my camper attend camp with a buddy/friend? A: During registration, a buddy’s name can be listed. Buddies must be in the same age group and must register for the same session, and both campers will need to request each other. We are not able to honor requests for more than one buddy. Q: Who are the camp staff? A: Camp staff are enthusiastic, talented, and caring individuals. They are selected based on maturity, program experience, and genuine passion for working with campers. Camp staff are 17+ years old and all receive extensive training prior to the start of camp.
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Q: My child has specific needs. Can they attend camp? A: Each year, many campers with specific needs participate in our camp program(s). Youth must be able to function in a 6:1 camper-to-adult ratio and must be able to shower by themselves. Specific needs may include a range of physical, medical, developmental, dietary, behavioral, or communicative abilities. It is our hope to serve all youth wishing to attend camp. Providing a safe and positive experience for all campers is paramount to us. We reserve the right to make decisions of participation based on the extent of the camper’s needs and our ability to meet those needs in the camp setting, as well as other factors deemed appropriate. Don't hesitate to get in touch with the camp director at 800-284-4475 to discuss the camp program and the nature of your camper’s needs. Q: My camper has specific dietary needs or restrictions. How are menus managed at camp? A: Menus are planned with the general camp population and economy of associated costs in mind. We will try to provide for special dietary needs within the scope of our regular menus. We cannot guarantee the complete absence of a particular allergen on camp property. Please get in touch with the camp director at 800-2844475 for more information.
Q: Can my camper call home during the week? A: Campers are not permitted to make or receive phone calls. We encourage independence and self-reliance during camp. The camp director will contact adults if a camper has a medical problem, is excessively homesick, or has an emergency. Please let your child know before camp that they will not be able to call home or bring a cell phone with them to camp and that you are comfortable with this arrangement. It is important not to send your child to camp with a cell phone. There is little coverage on our properties, and more importantly, it will send a conflicting message to other campers. We are partners with you in your child’s summer experience, and we hope that you will support us with this camp policy. Q: Can I visit my camper during a camp session? A: To help maintain program continuity and ensure the safety of campers, visitors are not allowed at camp during our summer camp sessions. Q: What happens if my camper has a difficult time adjusting to camp? A: Camp staff will do everything possible to help campers adjust to camp life. However, our camp directors reserve the right to send home any camper who consistently exhibits inappropriate behavior or endangers themselves or others. A camper’s parent/ guardian is responsible for picking them up and fees will not be refunded. Q: What measures are taken to ensure my child’s safety while at camp? A: We are dedicated to providing safe and secure camps. Each camp follows the guidelines set by the American Camp Association as well as those set by Girl Scouts of the USA through Safety Activity Checkpoints. Staff are housed in close proximity to camper cabins and tents. Camp buildings and grounds are checked nightly. All camp staff and adults spending the night at camp must successfully complete a criminal background check.
Q: If our plans change, how do I cancel my child’s session? Can I get a refund? A: Please notify our customer care team at helpdesk@ nccoastalpines.org as soon as possible if plans change and your camper can no longer attend camp. Once you register for a session, you have made a commitment to that session and are responsible for payment in full. Refunds are available under special circumstances. Please see page 21 for our refund and cancellation policy. Q: When is the last day to register for camp? A: Camp registrations will close two weeks prior to the session your camper wishes to attend. Exceptions can be made if space is available. Please contact Customer Care at helpdesk@nccoastalpines.org or 800-284-4475 for assistance if registration has closed. Q: When can I expect to receive confirmation information about Summer Camp? A: Once you have completed your registration for camp, you can log back into your My GS account and have access to the 2024 Summer Camp Confirmation by selecting the camp name on your My Events page. Confirmation packets will also be emailed to all campers registered on May 1, 2024. Q: How do I know if my camper is prepared for camp this summer? A: We want every camper to be successful at camp this summer. To help our campers have this experience we find that campers have the best experience if they can do the following: • • •
• Q: What happens when there is bad weather? A: Our outdoor activities depend on good weather to operate safely. Our staff constantly monitor the weather and give warnings when needed. In the case of bad weather, camper safety is our number one priority. Campers may be moved to a safe location and activities may be rescheduled. All camp staff are trained in best practices in safety regarding weather.
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Be fully independent with hygiene (with reminders from staff ). Use the bathroom, shower, and get dressed unassisted. Live in communal spaces. Privacy is a fundamental right of everyone at camp, including in toilets, changing areas, and showers which are single use. Sleep in a room with other people and/or fall asleep without assistance. Our cabins and tents hold multiple people; there is no situation in which a camper will have their own room. Follow verbal directions. Understand and follow camp rules and expectations. Be able to verbalize if they need assistance, are hungry, hurt, etc. Be able to reasonably and age-appropriately self-regulate social and emotional needs.
Make sure to check out our camp readiness quiz found on pages 24-25.
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Camp Graham is built for those that love the outdoors! Nestled on the beautiful Kerr Lake with 155 acres of lakefront, woodlands and open spaces, Camp Graham is the perfect location for youth to come and explore nature, build friendships and grow in courage, confidence and character - all while having fun! Campers at Graham will spend their days engaged in activities with their units. A typical day could include a morning of archery, arts and crafts, and boating, followed by an afternoon of hiking, outdoor skills, and games. In the evenings, campers will participate in themed large-group activities based on the week they attend. They will also be able to cook a meal over a fire and enjoy eating away from the dining hall. Campers at Graham will sleep in either cabins, platform tents, or treehouses, depending on their session. At the end of the week, Camp Graham campers will walk away not only with new skills that can be used at camp but also with skills they can take with them for the rest of their lives: communication, teamwork, confidence, and more! 8
Still not sure about coming to camp? We would love to have you come out and visit us and see it for yourself! Join us on March 24 for a special, free open house for the whole family!
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Traditional Camp Sessions Daisies- Entering Grade 1 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore their independence through cooperative and experimental learning in various camp activities such as canoeing, arts and crafts, archery, outdoor skills and swimming. Throughout their time at camp, they will work together as a group to make decisions about their daily activities, work on communication and foster relationships with others that build confidence in themselves and care for others. Bluebells- Entering Grades 2-3 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore their independence through cooperative and experimental learning in various camp activities such as canoeing, arts and crafts, archery, outdoor skills and swimming. Throughout their time at camp, they will work together as a group to make decisions about their daily activities, work on communication and foster relationships with others that build confidence in themselves and care for others. Sunflowers- Entering Grades 4-5 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will work towards developing healthy relationships with one another, focused on communication and conflict resolution while learning more about themselves and others through activities such as archery, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, outdoor skills and more. At the end of their time, they will walk away knowing how to advocate for themselves and their needs and stand up for the needs of others with the confidence to go out and make the world a better place. Lillies- Entering Grades 6-7 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will come to camp and deepen their communication skills with one another while learning more about themselves and their place in the world through activities such as shooting sports, paddle boarding, arts and crafts, fire building and more. During their time, they will learn how to apply leadership skills from daily decision-making and large group activities to their lives outside of camp and become life-long leaders. Orchids- Entering Grades 8-10 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore camp in activities such as paddleboarding, outdoor cooking, arts and crafts, swimming, target sports and daily leadership opportunities. During their time at camp, they will learn more about themselves socially and emotionally and how to respectfully communicate individual thoughts and feelings to each other while learning how to work with a diverse group of people to build a stronger community both in and out of the walls of camp. Violets- Entering Grades 11-12 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore camp in activities such as paddleboarding, outdoor cooking, arts and crafts, swimming, target sports, and daily leadership opportunities. During their time at camp, they will develop their confidence in themselves and their skills and learn how to apply their knowledge to help lead others in making the world a better place.
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Specialty Camp Sailing- Entering Grades 7-12 Fees: $550/$600 after March 31 Sailing campers will come to camp and learn the basics of sailing from our certified instructors. Our Sailing campers will spend half of their days on the lake, learning the parts of a boat, how to guide and steer, proper boat care and more. On Thursday, Sailing campers will have a special opportunity to travel to Camp Hardee for a day of sailing on the Pamlico River! During the rest of their days, campers will participate in all other traditional activities while learning to problem-solve and build positive relationships with one another. All sailing participants must be able to swim 100 yards and tread water for five minutes. Babysitting/CPR and First Aid- Entering Grades 6-10 Fees: $500/$550 after March 31 Participants will learn proper care and safety from certified instructors and learn about children socially, emotionally, and physically as well as the basics of running their own babysitting business. In addition, participants will learn how to watch out for life-threatening emergencies and respond appropriately. All participants of this program will earn their CPR and First Aid certification. During the rest of camp, participants will enjoy all traditional camp activities while learning to apply leadership skills from daily decision-making and large group activities to their lives outside of camp and become life-long leaders.
Leadership programs Counselor-in-Training (CIT) I - Entering Grades 9-10 Fees: $500/$550 after March 31 CIT 1 is a program designed to help young adults grow in themselves, learn more about camp, and learn skills to become life-long leaders. We will spend part of the week engaged in all our traditional camp activities and the other part learning about best practices in communication, working with different age groups, and how to best love ourselves and others. During the week, CIT 1’s will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test and help lead one of our large-group evening activities. Counselor-in-Training (CIT) II - Entering Grades 11-12 Fees: $600/$650 after March 31 Join us for an immersive, fun leadership experience in your favorite camp setting! CIT 2 campers will have the opportunity not only to experience camp for themselves; but to learn how to create a safe, fun, inclusive experience for others! Built as a continual leadership training from our CIT 1 program, campers will refresh their knowledge of camp before shadowing staff in activities, units, camp administration and more. During the week they will have the opportunity to meet with the camp director, unit leaders and other staff to learn more about each position and how they work together to run a camp. Campers will also be able to earn their CPR/First Aid certification during the program. Upon completion of their two-week experience, campers will have the chance to come back for a third ‘intern’ week where they will live in a unit and experience a full week of camp from a potential staff perspective. CIT 2 campers will spend the weekend between week one and week two sessions at camp.
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Family and Troop Events Try It Camp- All Members Fees: $50/$75 after March 31- Youth Members | $30/ $50 after March 31- Adult Members If you're dreaming of coming to camp, but not sure you're ready to be on your own, this weekend is for you! Come with your favorite adult and experience all the best camp has to offer! You'll spend time on the lake, try out target sports, make a craft, sing songs around a campfire and more, all with your favorite pal by your side! On My Honor Troop Camp- All Members Fees: $200/$250 after March 31- Youth Members | $135/$185 after March 31- Adult Members Join us for a time full of Girl Scout Traditions with your friends as we spend time experiencing Girl Scouts Traditions of the past and present! Make SWAPS, "do a good turn daily," sing camp songs, and experience camp all while having fun in the outdoors! Fun in the Sun- All Members Fees: $25/$35 after March 31- Youth Members | $15/$25 after March 31- Adult Members Families and troops, come join us for a fun-filled day in the sun! Join us for boating, swimming, crafts, and exploring our great camp property! Lunch will be provided for this event. Troops must be accompanied by a First Aid/CPR certified adult. Bite O’ Camp- All Members Fees: $25/$35 after March 31- Youth Members | $15/$25 after March 31- Adult Members Dreaming of spending time at camp this summer, but not ready to spend the night? Head out to Camp Graham for a day of fun with your friends, family, troop and more for a fabulous day of fun! You'll have a chance to learn about Girl Scout Traditions, camp life, and try out all our best camp activities!
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Theme Weeks Try-it Camp June 14-15, 2024 If you're dreaming of coming to camp, but want more time to be ready to be on your own, this weekend is for you! Come with your favorite adult and experience all the best camp has to offer! You'll spend time on the lake, try out target sports, make a craft, sing songs around a campfire and more, all with your favorite pal by your side! Pirate’s Cove June 16-21, 2024- Mini Sessions Available this week (see chart on page 13) Are you ready kids? Make a splash this week as we spend extra time at the lake swimming, boating, and battling pirates! Work with your unit to create your own raft for the lake, perfect your sword skills, hunt for treasure, and make new friends while experiencing everything camp offers! Adventure is Out There June 23-28, 2024 Prepare yourself for the ultimate survival adventurethis week, we are going wild! Spend time learning outdoor skills that you need to survive and put them to the test. Each unit will have a chance to venture out of the cove in kayaks or canoes for a picnic lunch, camp out in tents in the woods, and more! Units will also cook three different meals over a campfire and create their own special dessert. In the midst of the adventure, you’ll still have time to explore the rest of your favorite camp activities!
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Renaissance Revival June 30-July 5, 2024 Mini Sessions Available this week (see chart on page 13) Jump into a medieval world full of magic! Spend time learning how to joust, tame dragons, play Renaissance games, take lessons in archery in Sherwood Forest, create your own candles, and much more! At the end of the week, we will celebrate with our very own special Camp Graham Renaissance Fair. During the rest of the week, you’ll still have time to participate in all your favorite traditional camp activities. On My Honor July 10-12, 2024 Mini Sessions Available this week (see chart on page 13) Join us for a time full of Girl Scout Traditions with your friends as we spend time experiencing Girl Scouts of the past and present! Make SWAPS, "do a good turn daily," sing camp songs, and experience camp all while having fun in the outdoors! Dungeon and Dragons July 14-19, 2024 Prepare to embark on an epic quest like no other! Join a party of other players as you explore the magic of Camp Graham! You'll meet dragons, hunt for treasure, battle mythical creatures, make new friends, train in different types of combat and work together to save the camp! During the rest of the time at camp, you'll still have a chance to participate in all our regular camp activities. Who knows? You may even come home a hero.
Wands at the Ready July 21-26, 2024 Head back to Camp Graham School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as you fall into a world filled with magic. This week, you'll take classes on charms, care of magical creatures, divination, potions and more! Take a special trip to Honeydukes, attend a dance, and even spend time in traditional muggle camp activities.
Midsummer Night’s Dream July 28-August 2, 2024 Step into a world full of nighttime magic in this special night-owl week of camp! During daylight hours you'll participate in all our traditional camp programsthen, when the sun goes down, try out our exclusive, night-only activities at Camp Graham. Try your hand at glow-in-the-dark archery, make a special glow tiedye creation, challenge your friends in glow-wars and much more! Or who knows? Maybe you'll wake up and discover it was all just a dream...
June 14-15, 2024
June 16-21, 2024
June 23-28, 2024
June 30 - July 5, 2024
July 10 12, 2024
July 13, 2024
July 14-19, 2024
July 21-26, 2024
July 28 August 2, 2024
August 3, 2024
Try-It Camp
Pirate’s Cove
Adventure is Out There
Renaissance Revival
On My Honor
Fun in the Sun
Dungeons and Dragons
Wands at the Ready
Midsummer Night’s Dream
Bite o’ Camp
June 16-18
June 30 July 2
July 10 - 12
June 16-18
June 30 July 2
July 10 - 12
June 19-21
July 3 - 5
July 10 - 12
Daisies* Entering Grade 1 Bluebells* Entering Grades 2-3 Sunflowers Entering Grades 4-5 Lillies Entering Grades 6-7 Orchids Entering Grades 8-10 Violets Entering Grades 11-12 Sailing 1 Entering Grades 7-12 Babysitting/CPR and First Aid
Entering Grades 6-10
CIT 1 Entering Grades 9-10 CIT 2 Entering Grades 11-12 Try It Camp All Members
June 14-15
Troop Camp All Members
July 10 - 12
Bite of Camp All Members Fun in the Sun All Members
*Counselors will sleep with campers in these sessions
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= Mini Week Available
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Days at Camp Mary Atkinson bring tons of adventure through activities such as boating, archery, swimming, and crafts - just to name a few! Campers rotate through activities with their lodging unit, while horse campers head to the barn for their day of riding and other activities. Depending on age and ability, campers may canoe, kayak, or paddle board on our small lake. Youth will find themselves exploring nature trails, fishing, and playing games with friends. Campers entering grade 4 and up may have a chance to climb the Alpine Tower: the best view at camp! The evening brings flag lowering, dinner, and an evening activity such as a pool party, large-group game, or an allcamp activity based on the weekly theme. During the final evening at camp, campers and staff will enjoy a Girl Scout staple - a campfire. Staff lead everyone in much-loved camp songs and units to perform skits they’ve created and practiced throughout the week. 14
If you can’t quite imagine what it all looks like, see for yourself! We’d love you to stop by our free open house on March 17 to check out our facilities and meet some camp staff.
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Traditional Camp Sessio ns Daisies- Entering Grade 1 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore their independence through cooperative and experimental learning in various camp activities such as canoeing, arts and crafts, archery, outdoor skills and swimming. Throughout their time at camp, they will work together as a group to make decisions about their daily activities, work on communication and foster relationships with others that build confidence in themselves and care for others. Wisterias- Entering Grades 2nd-3rd Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore their independence through cooperative and experimental learning in various camp activities such as canoeing, arts and crafts, archery, outdoor skills and swimming. Throughout their time at camp, they will work together as a group to make decisions about their daily activities, work on communication and foster relationships with others that build confidence in themselves and care for others. Azaleas- Entering Grades 4th-5th Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will work towards developing healthy relationships with one another, focused on communication and conflict resolution while learning more about themselves and others through activities such as archery, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts, outdoor skills and more. At the end of their time, they will walk away knowing how to advocate for themselves and their needs and stand up for the needs of others with the confidence to go out and make the world a better place. Magnolias- Entering Grades 6th-7th Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 (half-week session) Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will come to camp and deepen their communication skills with one another while learning more about themselves and their place in the world through activities such as shooting sports, paddle boarding, arts and crafts, fire building and more. During their time, they will learn how to apply leadership skills from daily decision making and large group activities to their lives outside of camp and become life-long leaders. Willows- Entering Grades 8th-10th Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore camp in activities such as paddleboarding, outdoor cooking, arts and crafts, swimming, target sports and daily leadership opportunities. During their time at camp, they will learn more about themselves socially and emotionally and how to respectfully communicate individual thoughts and feelings to each other while learning how to work with a diverse group of people to build a stronger community both in and out of the walls of camp. Ginkgoes- Entering Grades 10-12 Fees: $475/ $525 after March 31 (full-week session) Campers will have the opportunity to explore camp in activities such as paddleboarding, outdoor cooking, arts and crafts, swimming, target sports, and daily leadership opportunities. During their time at camp, they will develop their confidence in themselves and their skills and learn how to apply their knowledge to help lead others in making the world a better place.
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Specialty Camps
Program Aide: Specialties- Entering Grades 9-12 (full-week session) Fees: $500/ $550 after March 31 Have you taken Program Aide training? Are you interested in expanding your leadership skills in working with younger Girl Scouts? Then this is the week for you. Join other Program Aides at camp this week as you are trained as outdoor program aides and another specialty of the group choice. Will you become song leaders or game masters? Your group will decide. When you are not focused on your leadership skills, you will get to join in all that camp offers, from archery to waterfront to exploring! You will be sure to learn more about camp and yourself this week.
Creative Cooking: Tasty Outdoor Treats- Entering Grades 6-8 (full-week session) Fees: $500/ $550 after March 31 Join your fellow chefs at camp this week as you explore different outdoor cooking methods. You will be using different methods to cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner this week and a few yummy and scrumptious desserts. Perhaps you will make breakfast using a box oven or dessert using a Dutch oven; whatever you make will be sweeter because you did it with your fellow Girl Scouts. You will also get to explore all the traditional camp activities like climbing Horse Camp Program the tower, taking aim at archery, lounging in the pool, Fees: $300/$350 after March 31 (half-week session) and much more! Fees: $625/$675 after March 31 (full-week session) Our horse camp program allows you to experience Camp Mary Atkinson (CMA) Explorers- Entering horses in a fun and safe environment. Campers will Grades 4-5 OR Entering Grades 6-8 (full-week develop beginner horseback skills, including basic session) grooming and care, proper seat, walking, and guiding Fees: $500/ $550 after March 31 your horse. All sessions at Camp Mary Atkinson are There are so many things to explore at Camp Mary English riding. Campers will be placed in groups Atkinson! CMA Explorers will get to see all the best based upon the assessment made by the horse that Camp Mary Atkinson has to offer, including program director. All campers are required to wear secluded hiking trails, and a hidden pond! Campers long pants and boots with heels that are appropriate will have the chance to set up tents and sleep under for riding. Helmets, saddles and other riding gear the stars for a night. This week will also include extra are provided. Campers will spend much of their day time for climbing the Alpine Tower and paddling on with the horse camp program but will be able to enjoy the water. All explorers will get to enjoy the traditional traditional camp activities as well! camp activities that Camp Mary Atkinson has to offer. *Please note that campers who participate in our horse program will not have the opportunity to challenge themselves at the Alpine Tower.
Leadership Programs Counselor-in-Training (CIT) I - Entering Grades 9-10 Fees: $500/550 after March 31 CIT 1 is a program designed to help young adults grow in themselves, learn more about camp and learn skills to become life-long leaders. We will spend part of the week engaged in all our traditional camp activities and the other part learning about best practices in communication, working with different age groups, and how to best love ourselves and others. During the week, CIT 1’s will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test and help lead one of our large-group evening activities.
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Counselor-in-Training (CIT) II - Entering Grades 11-12 Fees: $600/$650 after March 31 Join us for an immersive, fun leadership experience in your favorite camp setting! CIT 2 campers will have the opportunity not only to experience camp for themselves; but to learn how to create a safe, fun, inclusive experience for others! Built as a continual leadership training from our CIT 1 program, campers will refresh their knowledge of camp before shadowing staff in activities, units, camp administration and more. During the week they will have the opportunity to meet with the camp director, unit leaders and other staff to learn more about each position and how they work together to run a camp. Campers will also be able to earn their CPR/First Aid certification during the program. Upon completion of their two-week experience, campers will have the chance to come back for a third ‘intern’ week where they will live in a unit and experience a full week of camp from a potential staff perspective. CIT 2 campers will spend the weekend between week one and week two sessions at camp. Summer Leadership Camp - Entering Grades 6-8 Fees: Vary; Attendance by Application Only! The leadership-building program consists of two parts. The first part of the week, campers learn about the twists and turns of the maze of life; through group activities, girls will explore communication, relationships, group dynamics, values in action, personal leadership styles, and the importance of finding balance in a busy world. Throughout the second part of the week, campers will work on a Take Action Project: a leadership and service project to help improve their community. The campers’ time at camp will be rounded out by participating in camp activities such as canoeing, archery, climbing the Alpine Tower (a 50-foot climbing structure), and sleeping in cabins. On Friday, campers will travel to a local college to continue their experience and get a peek at college life. While at camp and at a local college, campers will get the opportunity to have conversations with women community leaders. Leadership Camp is open for all Girl Scouts entering grades 6-8 who are interested in building their leadership skills while exploring our camp. Leadership Campers are offered full or partial financial assistance. Applications will be available on February 5 at www.nccoastalpines.org.
day camps Entering Grades 1-5 Fees: $275/ $325 after March 31 Day Camp allows you to experience the adventure of camp during the day, while returning to the comforts of home at night. Girl Scouts will be broken into groups based on their age to craft, swim, explore new things, and make new friends! Ready for a sleepover? Each week, we will have an optional overnight experience on Wednesday. Day camp sessions have a fun weekly theme to help capture the spirit of camp. Lunch and a snack will be provided.
Once Upon a Time
June 10-14, 2024
Out of This World
June 17-21, 2024
Jurassic Camp
June 24-28, 2024
All Aboard the Wizard Express
July 8-12, 2024
Center Stage
July 15-19, 2024
Adventures in STEAM
July 22-26, 2024
Splish Splash
July 29-August 2, 2024
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Theme Weeks Once Upon a Time June 10-14, 2024 Jump into a storybook world at Camp Mary Atkinson. This week we will meet fairytale creatures, make colorful story books and help save our favorite characters from a big storybook mix-up. During the week, you can still participate in traditional camp activities such as swimming, boating, and target sports and more! The adventure begins as many others do, with Once Upon a Time... Out of this World June 16-21, 2024 Venture to the Camp Mary Atkinson Space Station to begin your adventure into outer space! Activities include stargazing, gravity STEM experiments and eating spaceinspired foods. During the rest of the week, you will be able to participate in the traditional camp activities at the lake, by the pool, and on the range. Are you ready to blast off into space? This week is guaranteed to be Out of This World! Jurassic Camp June 23-28, 2024 Welcome to Jurassic Camp! Journey to a land before time as Camp Mary Atkinson goes prehistoric. This week is all about discovering dinosaurs and animals that existed long ago. Jurassic Camp activities include creating dinosaur models, digging for fossils, and a camp-wide scavenger hunt. During the rest of the week, you will be able to participate in traditional camp activities with a Jurassic theme; maybe you will swim with dinos, or perhaps you look for creatures while boating in the lake. Get ready for a roaring adventure!
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Summer Camp Olympics June 30-July 5, 2025 The Summer 2024 Olympics have arrived! Join us this week to compete in camp games, earn medals, and try foods from around the world at the Camp Mary Atkinson Olympic Village. This week will be packed with excitement, including all the traditional camp activities as you challenge yourself in the pool, on the lake, and on the ax/archery range. All Aboard the Wizard Express! July 7-12, 2024 Are you ready for an enchanted week at camp? Travel to the Camp Mary Atkinson School of Magic where mythical creatures and adventures are around every corner. This week, we will learn spells, create potions, and explore the magical world around us. During the week, you will be able to participate in activities such as boating, swimming, and target sports with a magical twist. It’s time to get “All Aboard the Wizard Express!” Center Stage July 14-19, 2024 Get ready to take Center Stage at Camp Mary Atkinson. This week, campers will select and perform a play for the whole camp! You'll have a chance to learn about all the important roles that go into a show: acting, stage design, props, lighting and more. Everyone will have a chance to discover their own unique talents! After the performance, walk the Camp Mary Atkinson red carpet to a glamorous awards show and after-party with all the cast and crew (that's you!) Between show rehearsal and performances, you will explore other camp activities with your group.
Adventures in STEAM July 21-26, 2024 Grab your lab coats and join us for a week of science, technology, engineering, art and math at Camp Mary Atkinson. Campers will compete in fun challenges, create inventions to take home, perform experiments and conquer new challenges! Outside of the lab, you will be able to participate in all of the adventures that camp has to offer by exploring the lake, the pool, and the woods.
Splish Splash July 28-August 2, 2024 Enjoy the end of summer as we spend this week making a splash! Hang out by the lake, paddle in a boat, swim in the pool, and enjoy other fun water-themed activities to beat the heat at Camp Mary Atkinson. When you’re not enjoying the water, you will be able to participate in all that camp has to offer while hanging out with your group and staying cool.
June 10-14, 2024
June 16-21, 2024
June 23-28, 2024
June 30 - July 5, 2024
July 7-12, 2024
July 14-19, 2024
July 21-26, 2024
July 28 Aug. 2, 2024
Once Upon a Time
Out of This World
Jurassic Camp
Summer Camp Olympics
All Aboard the Wizard Express!
Center Stage
Adventures in STEAM
Splish Splash
Daisies* Entering Grade 1
June 30 July 2
Wisterias* Entering Grades 2-3
June 30 July 2
Azaleas Entering Grades 4-5
July 28 30
Magnolias Entering Grades 6-7
July 28 30
Willows Entering Grades 8-10 Ginkgoes Entering Grades 10-12 Horse Camp Grades Vary
Entering Grade 2-3
Entering Grade 4-5
Entering Grade 2-3
Creative Cooking: Tasty Outdoor Treats Grades 6-8
CMA Explorers Entering Grades 4-8
Entering Grade 6-8
Entering Grade 2-3 & 6-8
Entering Grade 4-5
July 28 30
Grades 6-8 Grades 6-8
Grades 4-5
Program Aide: Specialties Entering Grades 9-12
CIT 1 Entering Grades 9-10 CIT 2 Entering Grades 11-12 Summer Leadership Camp Entering Grades 6-8
Day Camp Entering Grades 1-5
*Counselors will sleep with campers in these sessions
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YOUR YEAR TO BLOOM BOLDLY Register for Camp Register online through the council’s online registration system by visiting www.nccoastalpines.org and signing into your My GS account. From the My Events page, select Register for another event to search for camps. You can search up to 90 miles from your own zip code, or you can use one of the camp zip codes below to find sessions. Camp Graham, 27537 Camp Mary Atkinson, 27576 Overnight camp registration opens on February 5, 2024, for GS – NCCP members and March 1st for all others. Any youth who will be entering grades 1 through 12 as of Fall 2024 can register for overnight camp at that time, regardless of whether they are a Girl Scout member or not. Non-GS – NCCP Girl Scout members will pay an additional $75 fee per session; non-Girl Scout members will pay an additional $100 non-member fee per session. This is an additional fee added to both discounted and non-discounted camp pricing. Note: Fees for camp extras are due at the time of registration.
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Deposit A $100 non-refundable deposit is required for all overnight camp registrations. The balance of the registration fee is due by May 1. Final Payment Date Camp fees must be paid in full by May 1, 2024. Your camper’s registration may be canceled, and no refund will be made if registration is canceled for nonpayment. Depending on the number of campers on the waitlist, your camper’s slot may be filled immediately. Please be mindful of this important date, as we usually have other waitlisted campers who want to attend camp. Payments can be made online or via cash, check, credit card, or Cookie Dough at one of our four service center locations. Financial assistance is also available for those in need. Refer to page 23 for more information. Early Registration Incentive All registrations placed prior to March 31 will be billed at the discounted rate published in this year’s Summer Fun Guide. Any registration received after March 31 will be billed at the higher rate listed in the guide. The non-member fee will be added to the registration fees regardless of whether the registration is received before or after March 31.
Fi nancial In fo rmatio n an d Policies Cancellation and Refund Policy A significant amount of planning, time, and money are spent months prior to the start of camp. Prompt cancellation notification allows time for campers who may be on the camp session’s waiting list to attend camp. If you find that your camper can no longer attend a camp session, please notify the council as early as possible. •
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If cancellation notice is received at least 15 days prior to the event's start date, a full refund, less any nonrefundable deposit, will be made back to the original form of payment. For example, for a camp session on July 16, the cancellation notice must be received by July 1. If cancellations are received less than 15 days in advance of the event start date, with the exception of illness or family emergencies, a partial refund, less any nonrefundable deposit and other costs (at least 50% of the total fees) will be made back to the original form of payment. For example, for a camp session on July 16, a cancellation notice received on July 2 or later would be eligible for a partial refund, less the nonrefundable deposit and other costs. If a registrant has a family emergency or is sick, a written refund request must be made no later than 10 business days after the event's start date to receive a full refund, less any nonrefundable deposit and other costs.
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The council will provide a full refund if an activity is canceled due to insufficient registrations, acts of nature, or other reasons beyond its control. Many council activities are held rain or shine; please know that registrants choosing not to attend because of the weather will not be eligible for a refund. The council will provide a full refund to registrants on a waitlist who are not placed in an activity. Email cancellation and refund requests to our Customer Care team at helpdesk@nccoastalpines. org. For more information on the council’s cancellation and refund policy, please visit gsnccp.org/refund
For Summer Camp Extras purchased for Summer Camp at GS – NCCP properties: • Camp T-shirts and Care Kits are eligible for a refund no matter when the cancellation occurs. • Camp Trading Post Cards are eligible for a refund if cancellation is received prior to June 1. For cancellations that occur after June 1- Camp Trading Post Card will be mailed to purchaser to be used for/at a council event/activity, or in any of the council retail locations.
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Paying for camp th e cookie way Camp as a Superstar Destination Cookie Dough earned during the Girl Scout Cookie Program through Superstar Destinations from the 2023 and 2024 sale may be applied toward overnight camp sessions, Troop Camp sessions, day camps, and council-sponsored events. Campers with sales from 500 packages and more qualify for Superstar Destinations. The easiest way to apply Cookie Dough toward these activities is to choose this option on the Superstar Destinations form which caregivers must fill out for their Girl Scout at the end of the cookie sale program. For more information about paying for camp using Cookie Dough or to apply your Girl Scout’s Cookie Dough, please contact the Customer Care team at helpdesk@nccoastalpines.org or 800-284-4475.
Camp Financial Assistance Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines understands the value of camp for our Girl Scout families. That’s why we’re dedicated to offering these important programs at affordable rates. Camp fees cover most council direct costs such as food, program supplies, supplementary health and accident insurance, and camp counselor salaries. Indirect costs such as planning and administering the program, registration, and property maintenance are costs subsidized by the council. Did you know that cookies help to make summer camp happen? Proceeds from the Girl Scout Cookie Program help our council provide high-quality summer experiences for all youth. GS–NCCP spends $900 per camper to give them an amazing week at one of our Girl Scout overnight summer camps, while most families are only asked to pay half the cost per camper. Even with that low rate, we know that camp can be out of reach for some families. That’s where camperships come in.
Camperships Financial assistance in the form of camperships enables all campers to enjoy the Girl Scout camp experience. Camperships are made possible thanks to our many generous donors and are available to currently registered Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines members who need assistance paying for the total cost of camp. To be considered for a campership, a camper must be a registered Girl Scout member, have selected and registered for their summer camp session, and paid the deposit fee. For more information about camperships or to apply online, please visit www.nccoastalpines.org. You can also apply by mail; a request form is included on page 27. Applications are due by April 1. Please note: Families may apply for a campership (financial assistance) for GS–NCCP members. The award amount varies and generally does not exceed $350 per member. Awards are limited to one session per Girl Scout member.
You can make summer overnight camp possible for a camper! Just mark your donation to the Campership Fund during the online registration process or on the registration form. Donations are tax-deductible.
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Need assistance for your camp deposit? Check out our deposit assistance form found at gsnccp. org/forms. This form will open on February 5; once submitted your camper’s registration will be completed by our Customer Care team within three (3) business days. Questions? - contact helpdesk@nccoastalpines.org. Camp Gear Request Girl Scouts- North Carolina Coastal Pines wants every Girl Scout to feel prepared and ready for a great camp experience. To help make this happen we are happy to provide assistance with your needed gear including but not limited to camp bedding, water shoes, bathing suits, and more. Additional details will be available in the 2024 Summer Camp Confirmation packet. If you have questions, reach out to outdoorprogram@nccoastalpines.org. Sue “Skipper” Csorba Award The Sue “Skipper” Csorba Award is a campership honoring a Girl Scout alumna from Annapolis, Maryland. As a troop leader, Sue Csorba was committed to giving youth outdoor experiences and determined to have an inclusive troop of youth from all races, incomes, and family situations. With Sue Csorba’s vision and passion in mind, the fund provides a limited number of camperships each summer. Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines will provide these awards based on need and will consider a variety of factors, including financial, family, and home situation. Priority is given to first-time campers. All campership applications are due to the Raleigh Service Center by April 1, 2024. Recipients will be notified of their award by April 22, 2024.
Campership donors Donations to our Campership Fund and to camp programs help ensure that camp is a reality for any girl who wants to attend. A big thank you to our donors: Campership Donors: Anonymous Trust Summer Leadership Camp: Anonymous Trust Girl Scouts will notice and enjoy a couple of updates when they visit camp this summer. Special recognition this year for those supporters who helped make improvements to our camp properties. Because of their investment in Girl Scout camp, we have a safe, supportive space where youth can gather for years to come.
Thank you: Camp Mary Atkinson Improvements: Anonymous Trust, Jane and Bob Green, Bonnie and Ed Hancock, Lisa and Jeff Jones, Ella Ann L. & Frank B. Holding Foundation, Robert P. Holding Foundation, First Citizens Bank, North State Foundation, Piedmont Trust Company Camp Graham Improvements: Frances Abbot Burton Powers Endowment, Margaret Pickard Sirvis Fund, Deb Larkin and Carla Washinko
Employment Opportunities Have fun at camp and get paid too! Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines is hiring staff for our overnight camps. Positions include leadership staff, unit counselors, waterfront staff, program staff, kitchen staff, and health supervisors. Staff members receive a salary, meals, housing, and training. Are you in the health care profession? We are looking for health care professionals to serve as the health supervisor for a week or the entire summer at both of our overnight camps. Working at camp is a great way to experience the fun of the campers and get paid too! If you would like to know more about job opportunities, please contact summercamp@nccoastalpines.org or 800-284-4475. Camp staff must be at least 17 years old. Apply online at www.nccoastalpines. org or scan the QR code above. Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Camp Readiness Quiz Parents and caregivers, when deciding which camp experience is right for you and your child, please include them in the decision-making process. Have them try a backyard campout sleepover at a friend’s, or try a family camping experience to help build their confidence and prepare for overnight camp. To help you decide how and when to send your Girl Scout to camp, take our camp readiness quiz below! Check the answer that best describes how you feel. Add the value of each checked answer to determine your score.
Girl Scout Quiz 1. Do you enjoy staying overnight at a friend’s house without missing your family or feeling sad and lonely?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 2. Can you wash and brush your own hair?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 3. Can you make your own bed and keep track of your own things?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 4. Would you be okay if you had to walk to a nearby building to use the bathroom at night?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 5. Would you be okay staying in a tent/cabin with other Girl Scouts, knowing your counselors are in a nearby tent/ cabin?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 6. Can you see bugs or mice without jumping on a chair and screaming?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 7. Can you survive a few days without a tablet, TV, video games, or cell phone?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes!
8. Are you willing to help with camp chores such as sweeping, setting tables, and picking up trash?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 9. Will you try new foods different than what you are willing to eat at home?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 10. Do you like to try new things?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 12. Do you easily make new friends and warm up to new environments?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 12. Do you enjoy participating in group activities?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 13. Do you enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, playing outside, sleeping in a tent, and listening to nature?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 14. Can you live by the Girl Scout Law and Promise?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 15. Are you really excited to go to camp?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes!
Total ScorE: 24
ADULT Quiz 1. Can you relax and enjoy yourself when your child sleeps over at a friend’s house?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 2. Would you be okay communicating with your child only by mail?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 3. Are you prepared to be away from your child for several days?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 4. Are you willing to entrust camp staff with the care of your child?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 5. Are you comfortable with your child playing in a rustic outdoor setting where they may get dirty and it may rain?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes!
Are you confident in your child’s ability to… 7. …wash and brush their own hair?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 8. …sleep in a tent/cabin with other Girl Scouts, knowing that counselors are in a nearby tent/cabin?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 9. …eat new foods that they haven’t tried before?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 10. …meet new friends and accept others who are different from them?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 11. …follow instructions given by counselors?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 12. …ask for help if they need it?
6. Would you be willing to work with your child so they will be ready for camp (i.e. coping with being homesick, keeping track of their own things, using their camping gear)?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes!
Girl Scout Quiz Results 15-25 | This summer, a day camp, one overnight, or a weekend event would be perfect for you. Get ready for overnight camp next year by experiencing the fun and excitement of day camp or an overnight with your troop or favorite adult. 26-35 | You’re confident and ready to give camp a try! This summer, try a camp trip of three-nights or less by yourself, or a weeklong overnight camp with a buddy. 36-45 | If you’re not already a camping pro, you are going to be a natural! You love adventure, trying new things, and making new friends. It sounds like you are ready to take one or more week-long overnight camps!
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes! 13. …have fun?
1 No way! 2 Maybe 3 Yes!
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Adu lt Quiz Resu lts 12-19 | Your child and you may not be quite ready for overnight camp. Consider attending a weekend event, day trip, or a one-night camp experience. Coming to camp with your child is a great way to prepare them for overnight camp next summer. 20-29 | You’re ready to send your child to overnight camp. Start with an overnight or three-day camp if you’re still not sure. 30-39 | You’ve done this before, haven’t you? You are confident in your child’s abilities and willing to help them prepare for camp. You and your child are ready for them to attend one or more week-long overnight camps!
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Help others bloom boldly character as they Bloom Boldly at camp. The benefits of camp are well-documented. Studies have found that camp increases independence, confidence, and leadership and provides mental health benefits from being outdoors. All kids deserve the opportunities camp provides, and you can help.
“Beautiful job including everyone. She loved getting to meet new people, felt like her camp counselor really helped her belong.” When we say your camper will Bloom Boldly at Girl Scout Camp, we’re not looking at things through rose-colored glasses; we can prove it. Past camp parents have reported that after just one week at camp, their camper returned more confident, adventurous, and independent. Campers shared that camp was a place where they belonged. They were able to overcome fears and make new friends.
Generous campership donors like you ensure that camp is possible for any Girl Scout who wants to go, no matter what curveball life has thrown at their family. Roughly 250 Girl Scouts receive camperships each year. You can give one of them a chance to thrive this summer by making a campership donation today. Please make a campership donation so more parents can say, “It made her summer! She feels happy and more confident than ever!”
At Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines, we want to ensure all youth can grow in courage, confidence, and
I want all Girl Scouts to Bloom Boldly. Every gift will make a difference in helping us award nearly $40,000 in financial assistance this summer. $100
$180
$250
$500
Other $__________
The average campership applicant receives $180 in financial assistance for their camp experience. Make it Monthly! Extend my impact with a credit card gift of $___________/month Enclosed is my check, payable to Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines. Name Address Email May we list your name in all relevant donor lists? Credit Card Information:
Visa
MasterCard
Yes
No, I’d like to remain anonymous Discover
American Express
Credit Card #: CVV Code:
Exp. Date:
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Signature: For other options, including stock transfer, contact us at 919-600-3338 or development@nccoastalpines.org. Visit www.investingirlsNC.org to give online.
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Your gift is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888-830-4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State.
Please complete the entire form and return it with the registration form and required deposit to: Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines
Application Type
Attn: Campership 6901 Pinecrest Road, Raleigh, NC 27613
Deposit and Campership Registrations will take up to 3 business days to process once recieved
An electronic version of this form can also be completed online at gsnccp.org/forms
Campership Only - Must pay $100 Deposit
All applications are strictly confidential. Campership requests need to be completed by April 1 for priority consideration. Applications submitted after April 1 may not be reviewed until after May 1 and decisions will be made based on the availability of funds at that time.
Camper Name:
Camper Address
City/State/ZIP
Troop Number
County of Residence
Phone Number
Age of Camper at beginning of session
Grade in School next year
Name of Guardian One
Guardian One’s Occupation
Name of Guardian Two
Guardian Two’s Occupation
Camp Location:
Camp Graham
Session Name/Date:
Camp Mary Atkinson
Basic Information Total number of family members (include individual making request): Total family income
under $15,000 $50,000 to $74,999
$15,000 to $24,999
$25,000 to $34,999
$75,000 to $99,999
$100,000 to $149,999
Have you received financial assistance from this council before? If yes, amount and year assistance was recieved: Do you owe money to Girl Scouts — North Carolina Coastal Pines?
$35,000 to $49,999
Yes
Over $150,000
No
Yes
No
Is anyone in the immediate family an active duty military personnel, If yes, please list family member: reservist, retired, or disabled veteran? Yes No
Girl Scout Involvement Did your camper particpate in the most recent Fall Product Sale? Did your camper participate in the most recent Cookie Sale Program? Is this your camper’s first time attending overnight camp? Please select any or all Girl Scout Volunteer Positions held by the camper’s guardian one: Troop Co-Leader Service Unit Team Member Adult Chaperone None/Not Applicable
Troop Cookie/Product Sale Coordinator
Yes
Yes
No Yes
No
No
Please select any or all Girl Scout Volunteer Positions held by the camper’s guardian two: Troop Co-Leader
Learning Facilitator
Service Unit Team Member Adult Chaperone
Registered Member
None/Not Applicable
Troop Cookie/Product Sale Coordinator Learning Facilitator Registered Member
Information About Camp Each event and camp session has a deposit that must be paid for at the time of registration and BEFORE financial assistance can be considered. Reason for requesting financial assistance. Describe the need for the request - be specific (i.e. loss of job, unexpected medical expenses, etc.). Please also describe how you expect your camper to benefit from a camping experience.
Cost of Camp Session Deposit Amount You Will Pay Amount of Cookie Dough that will be used for this opportunity: Amount that your family will contribute beyond the deposit amount above: Total Requested Amount
Signature Date of Signature
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