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Come camp with us Want to have the most awesome summer ever? This guide has everything you need to know to plan your adventure!

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Camp Molly Lauman is in Scioto County in southern Ohio. We’ve been running Girl Scout summer camp there since 1929, so we have a rich heritage of encouraging girls to try new things, practice newfound skills, and make lifelong memories. Resident camp (i.e. sleepaway camp) gives you the opportunity to do something special this summer. You’ll make new friends and have a lot of fun, all while gaining independence and building character within a safe and supportive environment.

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Camp Molly Lauman is located in Lucasville, Ohio, about 1 ½ hours from Columbus.

If you’ve completed grades K-12, Camp Molly Lauman has a camp program for you.

(If you’re not a Girl Scout, all you have to do is pay a $15 membership fee.) We offer programs for all interests – like horseback riding, high adventure, cooking, superhero training, and spa camps – just to name a few. Most girls come to camp by themselves, A typical day at ca mp: but you can sign up to bunk with one 7:00 a.m. Rise an d Shine of your friends, too.

We know you’ll have the experience of a lifetime exploring the woods, tackling challenges, trying new activities, and hanging out with old and new friends. We can’t wait to see you at camp this summer!

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You don’t have to be in a Girl Scout troop to come to camp!

CAMP ACTIVITIES Each camp program has a theme that activities will focus around (check the descriptions on the following pages), but ALL campers will have plenty of time to do traditional camp activities like: • Swimming • Craft projects • Naturalist programs • Gardening • Cookouts

• Campfires and s’mores • Hanging out with new and old friends • Badge activities

Plus, tons of free-choice activities are available for each group to do together. Camp counselors will help girls plan their schedule on the first night of camp. Girls can pick group activities such as: • • • • • • • •

Archery Water Balloons Canoeing Slacklining Challenge Course DIY Projects Orienteering Watching an outdoor movie

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Sleeping under the stars Hiking Sports and games Night games Yoga Spa mixology Geocaching Gourmet s’mores

SLEEPING One of the things that makes camp stand out is our connection to the outdoor environment. Camp is definitely rustic, but totally awesome. Living outdoors provides you a chance to disconnect, unwind, and refocus on what matters most: YOU. You’ll stay in a platform tent, cabin, or yurt with other girls who have all signed up for the same camp program.

Platform Tent

Platform tents are heavy canvas structures with wooden floors and four beds. Open flaps allow for light and a breeze.

Yurts are a cool cross between tents and cabins with ceiling fans, lights, screened windows, and four sets of bunk beds.

MEALS Most meals are served family style in the camp dining hall. We also do campfire cookouts where you’ll help plan and prepare the meal. Meals are delicious and healthy. We prepare many dishes from scratch, which allows us to easily accommodate most common allergies and dietary restrictions.

Typical meals include homemade pizza, cheese quesadillas with tomato soup, and breakfast burritos. If you’re a picky eater, don’t worry! We always have a salad bar and sandwich station available.

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YOUR COUNSELORS Our staff members go through an intense screening, selection, and training process. Many staff members are aspiring teachers, outdoor educators, and former campers. They come from all over Ohio, the United States, and the world to work here!

Many come back year after year. Want to see who’s been hired this year? We post introductions and photos on our Facebook page.

Are you interested in working at camp some day? Check out our Leader in Action camp to take the first steps toward becoming a camp counselor!

BRING A FRIEND! You can request ONE buddy to bunk with at camp. Requests for multiple buddies will not be honored. To be bunk buddies you and your friend must be registered for the same program and you must request each other by name, not troop number.

Why just one buddy? Most campers stay in four-person tents or cabins. We do not allow groups of three to request each other because that leaves one girl in the tent/cabin who feels left out by not knowing everyone else. Besides, part of the fun of camp is making new friends, and that’s hard to do when you’re just hanging out with girls that you already know.

If you have more than one friend coming to camp with you, don’t worry. You can hang out with all of your friends, new and old, during most of the day time activities, like swimming, meals, and game time.

…I would stay all year if I could.

Ready for a week of outdoor adventure?

From chill spa retreats to high-flying adventures, we’ve got it all. Choose your adventure from the following week-long camps.

Boots & Bridles

inSPAration This camp is totally about you! Your time to be creative. Your time to relax. Your time to be you! Make cool recycled crafts, mix up your own spa products, learn relaxation techniques like yoga and aromatherapy, and show your style by turning a white T-shirt (bring your own or register early to get a free T-shirt) into your own tie-dyed masterpiece.

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Get a full western experience – you'll practice tacking your own horse, grooming and braiding their manes and tails, proper care for your fourlegged friends, and participate in a variety of ring lessons and trail rides. Plus, camp out for a night at the barn and help feed the horses in the morning! You'll participate in a riding audition on the first day and be placed in a riding group according to your current riding ability. You'll have a total of 15 hours of combined ground and in-saddle lessons during your week at camp.

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Dates: Sun., June 26 - Fri., July 1, 2016 Sun., July 31 - Fri., Aug. 5, 2016 Cost: $375

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It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a Girl Scout?! At the academy, you'll create an alternate persona and design your own superhero logo. At camp, you'll hone your super powers by participating in activities like our team challenge course and poolside rock wall at camp. Then, head out on TWO academy fieldtrips: a Superman-style zipline flying lesson and practice leaping tall buildings in a single bound at a trampoline park.

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We're headed to Ohiopyle, Pa., for a rockin' and rollin' good time. We'll hop on bikes and pedal the Great Allegheny Passage (a flat, wide, easy bike trail) to our rafting put-in site where we'll have a picnic lunch before boarding the boats to paddle back to town for ice cream cones. We'll camp for two nights in Ohiopyle to have plenty of time to hike, wade, shop for souvenirs, and if you're feeling brave, try out the natural rock waterslide! Bikes are provided.

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Think it might be cool to be a camp counselor some day? This camp will give you a taste of what it takes to be a good mentor for younger girls. You'll learn leadership and communication skills, but still have plenty of time to enjoy the awesomeness of camp for yourself. You'll get to pick which of the three LiA Awards you'd like to earn, then help lead Brownie campers in fun activities. This is the perfect blend of hanging out with your friends and trying out a new leadership role at camp.

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The hills of Wakatomika are the setting for this journey into high adventure. As part of a group you’ll chart your path and develop adventure skills in backpacking, canoeing, rappelling, high ropes, survival, and outdoor cooking.

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Whether you’re aspiring to be the next Time Lord, training up to be a successful companion, or just want to take a spin in our blue police box, come with us on an adventure featuring all of time, space, and our wibbly wobbly, campy wampy place. Meet aliens and visit times and places all over the universe, then help save the Earth from imminent EXTERMINATION!

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Cost: $375 NOTE: This program takes place at Camp Wakatomika, not Camp Molly Lauman. Bus option not available for this program. A separate confirmation will be sent to participants with information specific to Camp Wakatomika.

Ready for the next BIG thing?

Adventure Treks are like resident camp, amped up with some serious cool factor. Big trips. Big. challenges. Big friendships.

Big adventure. Big awesome. Adventure Treks have it all! They’re so big we want you to know about them up to three years in advance. So start planning, ‘cause here’s what we’ve got coming!

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Experienced guides will lead you on a five-day Dates: wilderness canoeing expedition that will challenge Sun., June 19 - Fri., July 1, 2016 you to reach your potential in ways you never Registration closes May 1, 2016 thought possible. Expect to sing and laugh as you No refunds after May 1 paddle along rocky shorelines, portage around rapids, swim in the clear lakes, enjoy the serenity Cost: $575 amp T-s of a quiet evening campfire under a starry sky, and ec make friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

After your wilderness trek, we'll become re-civilized with a visit to the Mall of America on the way home.

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Dates: Summer 2017 Registration opens Nov. 1, 2016 Estimated Cost: $650

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Explore the rocks, ridges, caverns, and crawlways of Kentucky. Start by heading south to the Red River Gorge where you’ll feel the thrill of rock climbing and try out the USA’s first via farrata (Italian for iron road) course. Spend time exploring the wilderness on a multi-night backpacking excursion. Then head underground to explore the mysterious formations of Mammoth Caves National Park.

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Conquer the Atlantic waves on this multi-sport excursion for ocean loving adventurers. Ride the waves during a high-thrills surfing lesson, hop aboard a standup paddle board to explore the calmer waters of Cape Cod, and discover the beauty of the coastal marshes from kayak, as trained guides help you identify osprey, egrets, herons, and other wildlife.

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Dates: Summer 2017 Registration opens Nov. 1, 2016 Estimated Cost: $575

A deposit of $100 holds your spot.

Set up base camp in Moab, Utah, to explore the red rock cliffs, canyons, and out-of-thisworld sandstone formations of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. You’ll look for dinosaur tracks in the desert slickrock on a mountain biking ride, hike, swim, and rappel through a slot canyon, and float past towering cliffs on a rafting trip down the Colorado River.

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Feel the wind on your face as you cruise along the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail in Western Pennsylvania and Maryland. Our easy pace will give us plenty of time to stop for ice cream, peek in local shops, and explore the towns we pass through. Then we’ll celebrate our trail victory with a ride on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad!

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Camp Molly Lauman

Care Packages Do you want souvenirs to remember her exciting time at Camp Molly Lauman? Check out our care packages and have an adult pre-order yours by June 1. Orders can be made at the same time as online camper registration or by submitting the order form which can be found the Parent Handbook and confirmation materials. All items will be packaged in a FREE drawstring bag and at camp waiting for your camper.

(Multiple care packages will be combined into one drawstring bag, if ordered for the same week of camp.) Choose one or more of the following themed care packages:

$25

Camp Essentials Bundle Be ready for your adventure with these must-have camp items: a Molly Lauman water bottle, hanging LED flashlight/lantern, carabiner clip, and a tie-dyed bandana.

Summer Chillin’ Bundle

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Keep cool this summer with a spritzer fan (batteries included), mini water blaster pool toy, and magic micro-bead cooling bandana.

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Endless Summer Bundle Make summer memories last all year long with a Molly Lauman vinyl decal, mini harmonica necklace, playing cards, and magnetic poetry photo frame for your locker.

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2016 CML T-shirt Kelly green “Adventure Awaits” T-shirt

Camp Journal The most awesome camp journal ever! Packed with guided, colorful pages to record every aspect of camp fun.

Includes a pen, postcards for writing home, games, jokes, amazing info on stars, plants, hiking, and more.

Mess Kit

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This mess kit has everything you’ll need when it comes time to cookout. The kit includes a plate, bowl, cut, and cutlery, all packaged in a convenient mesh bag.

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2016 Camp Patch All girls receive a patch by attending resident camp!

Check out the next page for details about how to get a free camp T-shirt!

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Hop on a bus to camp for transportation that’s fun for girls and easy for parents!

Camp counselors supervise the bus ride, play road trip games, and sing songs with the girls.

The bus fee is $40, no matter where the stop. Preregistration is required. Bus fees must be paid at the time of registration.

Catch the bus in Delaware or Columbus!

Exact bus stop locations and times will be posted on the parents section of the camp page on gsoh.org.

How to Register

Registering is easy! Adults, here’s how: 1. Online registration becomes active at 9 a.m. on Feb. 1, 2016.

Paper registrations are also available. Call 1-800-621-7042 and we’ll mail you one.

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Figure out which program and dates your camper would like to attend.

Visit gsoh.org and click on the resident camp online registration box.

Submit your registration along with applicable payment.

Check your inbox. Your receipt will be emailed to the address associated with your CORA online account. We’ll also send payment reminders and tips as camp approaches.

TIP: Unsure of your login information or how to navigate online registration? Do a test run before registration opens by trying to log on and sign up for one of our family events or another council program. Contact us if you have trouble by calling 614-487-8101 or 1-800-621-7042.

Payment is easy! Here’s what and when you need to pay: 1. $40 non-refundable deposit—due at time of registration 2. $40 bus fee (if applicable)—due at time of registration 3. $15 membership dues (if not a current Girl Scout)—due at time of registration 4. Care Package fee (if applicable)—due at time of order 5. Remaining balance—due on June 1, 2016 or your registration is subject to cancellation 6. A late payment fee of $20 will be added to all balances paid after the June 1 payment deadline and late registrations submitted after June 1

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Free Mystery Shirt Register before April 1 and you’ll get a free T-shirt that’s only available through this special offer! This year’s shirt is white with a white logo—perfect for tie dying at camp! This offer is good for one T-shirt per camper. T-shirts will be delivered at camper check-in. Camper must attend to receive shirt.

FREQUENTLY ASKED REGISTRATION QUESTIONS

My camper’s program is full, what should I do?

If you call us, we can add you to a waitlist; but very few waitlisted campers actually make it onto the roster. Please consider signing up for a second choice program if your first choice is full.

Is financial assistance available?

Yes! Financial assistance and a variety of camperships are available for all programs in this mailer except for family camp. Find out more information at gsoh.org, by emailing camp@gsoh.org, or by calling 1-800-621-7042.

When will I get my confirmation packet?

It’s online right now! All confirmation materials are posted under the camp tab of gsoh.org. Go there for packing lists, forms that will need to be filled out, check-in and check-out times, and more valuable information about summer camp.

Can campers stay with a sister or friend?

Yes! If girls are registering for the same program, they can request ONE other girl as a buddy. Please do not ask for more than one buddy; the request will not be honored. Please request buddies by name, not troop number.

When is final payment due?

All payments must be received by June 1, 2016. A late fee of $20 will be added to any payments not received by June 1.

Can I register after June 1?

Yes! If there is space in a program, you can register up until the week before a camp starts. A late registration fee of $20 is added to all resident camp registrations made after June 1.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Resident camp cancellations made before June 1, 2016 will receive a full refund, minus the $40 non-refundable deposit.

Cancellations after June 1, 2016 must include a doctor’s note or other suitable documentation. Acceptable situations include camper’s illness, family emergency, parent’s change of job status or job transfer, etc. If eligible for a refund, minus the deposit, a written request must be submitted to the Council Headquarters within two weeks of the start of the intended camp program. Refunds are made by Council check and will be mailed. Please allow four to six weeks for processing. No refunds will be given after Aug. 31, 2016.

If a camp session is cancelled by GSOH due to low enrollment or other reasons, campers will be given a choice to transfer to a suitable open session or receive a full refund of amount paid.

Other Outdoor Adventures Don’t miss out on these super Saturday programs, jam-packed with action and adventure!

Camp Classics Take aim at the target sports range, climb the poolside climbing wall, test your balance on the slackline, and cook over a campfire - these are just some of the outdoor adventures you'll participate in at this exciting day at camp.

Both troops and individual girls are welcome to attend!

Limited adult spots are available. Non-participating adults are welcome to watch, but must preregister.

Splash & Saddle Hit the highlights of camp in just one day! You'll spend time at the barn, learning the basics of horse care and safety before taking the reins for a trail ride. Spend time sunning and splashing at the pool. Then, paddle out on the lake to play water games like canoe tag, or just enjoy to serenity of the water. Lunch is provided.

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Location: Camp Molly Lauman

Cost: $15 per participant $5 per adult (non-participating, includes lunch)

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Dates: Sat., July 9, 2016 Sat., July 23, 2016

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Location: Camp Molly Lauman

Cost: $15 per participant $5 per adult (non-participating, includes lunch)

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Limited adult spots are available. Non-participating adults are welcome to watch, but must preregister.

Dates: Sat., July 2, 2016

Troop Core Camp

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Come to camp with your whole troop! Troop Core Camp is a great way for troops to experience the outdoors in a way that's easy for the troop leaders! Troops need to provide adult supervision for their girls, but at Core Camp, we provide the rest – program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, made from scratch meals, and a whole lot of fun! Activities may include archery, horseback riding, nature studies, games, creeking, arts and crafts, swimming, and more!

Some activities have age and/or maximum participant restrictions. Troop Camp Certification is not required for Troop Core Camp.

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Cost: $40 per participant Time: 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Dates: Fri., Aug. 5 - Sun., Aug. 7, 2016

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Do you like to share your Girl Scout knowledge and help younger girls? Then come to day camp and develop your leadership skills and participate in the teen leadership program. Depending on your grade level, you will have the opportunity to earn your Leader in Action or your Program Aide award while at camp. With 17 different locations and nine different weeks to choose from, we hope that something will fit your needs and busy summer schedule. Check out all of the day camp opportunities at gsoh.org.

Registration opens on April 1, 2016.

Which day camp is best for you?

We offer day camps throughout the council; as far north as Wooster, as far south as Rio Grande, as far east as Dillon State Park and as far west as Paint Creek State Park. We also utilize many of the metro parks such as Blendon Woods, Slate Run, and Christmas Run Park not to mention our own camps-Crooked Lane, Ken-Jockety, and Beckoning Trails.

Cost for a week of day camp ranges between $35-$95 and depends on whether it is an all day camp or a twilight camp in addition to what is offered.

Check out the details at gsoh.org

Registration begins February 1!

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