2017
SUMMER
FUN AT CAMP MOLLY LAUMAN
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A TYPICAL DAY
AT CAMP 7 A.M.
Rise and shine
7:45 A.M.
Flag ceremony & announcements
8 A.M.
Breakfast
9 A.M.
Themed activities
Camp kapers
Noon
12:30 P.M. Lunch 1:30 P.M.
Rest hour
2:30 P.M.
General activities
5:45 P.M.
Flag ceremony
6 P.M. Dinner 7 P.M. Free choice or all.camp activity 8:30.10 P.M. Get ready for bed (time varies by age group)
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Picture the most amazing summer; swimming and crafting during the day, stargazing and laughing with friends through the night—that’s what camp is all about! Are you ready for a summer full of fun? This guide has everything you need to know to plan your adventure! We’ve been running Girl Scout summer camp since 1929! We have a rich heritage of encouraging girls to try new things, practice new skills, and make lifelong memories. Resident camp (also called sleepaway camp) gives you the opportunity to do something special this summer. You’ll make new friends and try lots of new things, all while achieving independence and building character within a safe and supportive environment (your folks will like that part).
WYANDOT CRAWFORD
MARION
RICHLAND ASHLAND
WAYNE
HOLMES
MORROW KNOX
UNION
If you’ve completed grades K-12, Camp Molly Lauman has a camp program for you. If you’re not a registered Girl Scout, all you have to do is pay a $20 membership fee—this membership fee also allows you to register for other activities offered by the Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland Council through September 2017! We offer programs for all interests—from horseback riding and high adventure, to culinary camps and spa experiences. We even have camps based on your favorite books and movies. We encourage you to talk with your family when deciding what resident camp session to attend—camp is most successful when girls and adults make the decision together. We know you’ll have the experience of a lifetime, exploring the woods and trying new activities. We can’t wait to see you at Camp Molly Lauman this summer!
COSHOCTON
DELAWARE
LICKING
GUERNSEY MUSKINGUM
FRANKLIN MADISON PERRY
FAIRFIELD PICKAWAY FAYETTE HOCKING ROSS VINTON HIGHLAND PIKE JACKSON
ADAMS
GALLIA SCIOTO
Camp Molly Lauman is located in Lucasville, Ohio, about 1 1/2 hours from Columbus.
You don’t have to be in a Girl Scout troop to come to camp!
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CAMP ACTIVITIES Each camp program is filled with activities that relate to a special theme. All campers also have plenty of time to do traditional camp activities like: • Swimming
• Singing songs
• Arts and crafts
• Playing games
• Exploring nature • Campfires
• Hanging out with new and old friends
• Cookouts
• Badge activities • Outdoor adventures
In addition, you’ll get to do free-choice activities with your group. Camp counselors will talk you through the options and help your group decide what additional activities you want to do. Some of the activities that are offered include: • Archery*
• Spa mixology*
• Water balloons
• Slime making
• Outdoor movies
• Night games
• Canoeing*
• Sleeping under the stars
• Creeking
• Making ice cream
• Scavenger Hunts
• Gaga tournament
• Slacklining*
• Yoga
• Slingshotting
• Geocaching*
*Some activities have age restrictions, but there are many options available for every age!
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WO O D S
LIFE IN THE
CAMP MOLLY LAUMAN, MY HOME IN THE WOODS
One of the things that makes camp special is the outdoorsy appeal. Camp is definitely rustic, but totally awesome! Our campers live in a group with other girls who have signed up for the same program. Each unit has sleeping quarters for 16-24 girls, pit latrines, a hand washing station, and a picnic shelter. Two central shower houses are available for all girls to use. In case of severe weather, indoor shelter is available. We have four types of sleeping shelters. Please check specific program descriptions to see where each group is scheduled to stay.
CAMP STAFF Our staff members go through a rigorous 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! With the exception of campers who sleep in the lodge, staff members do not stay in the same sleeping quarters as campers. Counselors stay in quarters near the center of the unit, where they can monitor everyone easily. At night, camp counselors will check to make sure everyone is settling in and feeling comfortable in their outdoor surroundings. Often, they’ll read stories or sing each tent to sleep. Your counselors are always within earshot if you need them during the night.
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PLATFORM TENTS Platform tents are where most girls sleep. They are heavy canvas structures with wooden floors and four beds. Open flaps allow for light and ventilation.
CABINS Cabins have lights, screened windows, and four beds. They have electricity, so you may want to bring a small plug in fan to help keep cool.
YURTS Yurts are a cool cross between tents and cabins. They have ceiling fans, lights, screened windows, and four sets of bunk beds.
LODGE Our lodge is a large open room. Girls sleep on folding cots and have access to indoor bathrooms. This is the only sleeping arrangement where counselors sleep in the same room with campers. 9
WHAT'S COOKING? Meals at camp are kid-friendly and healthy. We prepare many dishes from scratch, which allows us to accommodate most common allergies and dietary restrictions. Most meals are served family-style in the camp dining hall. Campers also enjoy campfire cookouts, where they’ll get to help plan and prepare the meals. Typical meals include tacos, sandwich wraps, sloppy joes, and cheese quesadillas with tomato soup. If you’re a picky eater, we’ve got you covered! There’s always a salad bar and sandwich station available.
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Bring a Friend!
Lone Wolf?
You can request one buddy* to bunk with during your time at camp. To be bunk buddies, you both must be registered for the same program and both 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 may feel left out. After all, part of the fun at camp is making new friends, and that’s hard to do when you’re only hanging out with girls you already know.
More than half of the girls who come to camp come on their own. So, if you come without a buddy, don’t worry. You’ll be living with a group of girls who have signed up for the same program as you, so you’ll already have something in common!
If you have more than one friend coming to camp with you, you’ll have plenty of time to hang out with them during most of the daytime activities, like swimming, meals, and game time.
Camp counselors are great at helping everyone get to know each other through fun games and icebreaker activities. You’ll definitely want to bring a notebook and pen along with your camp gear, because you’ll want to get contact info from your new buddies at the end of the week.
*Requests for multiple buddies will not be honored.
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You bet!
Maybe?
No way!
ARE YOU READY
GIRL QUIZ
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Do you enjoy staying overnight at a friend’s house?
Quiz Results
1 2 3
Can you shampoo and brush/comb your own hair?
1 2 3
Do you do chores at home?
1 2 3
Do you enjoy outdoor activities like playing in the woods, stream, or field?
1 2 3
Can you survive without a radio, TV, video games, iPod, and cell phone?
1 2 3
Are you calm around spiders or bugs?
1 2 3
Can you make your own bed and keep track of your personal belongings?
1 2 3
Do you like to meet new people and have fun with others, not just your best friends?
1 2 3
Do you enjoy sleeping outside and listening to the sounds of nature?
1 2 3
Can you sleep without a nightlight?
1 2 3
Would you be ok walking to a nearby building to brush your teeth or use the bathroom?
16-26 It sounds like you’re not quite ready to take the plunge, but you can get a feel for the camp life with one of these options: Day camp is great for outdoor experiences—you get to have all sorts of camp fun during the day and go home to sleep in your own bed at night. Family Campout allows your folks to spend the weekend with you at camp. Attend an outdoor program at Camp Molly Lauman to get a feel for what camping is like.
1 2 3
Would you be ok sleeping in a tent/cabin with other girls, knowing that your counselors are nearby?
1 2 3
Will you try new foods that might be different than what you eat at home?
1 2 3
Do you enjoy trying new things?
27-37 You’re confident and ready to try new things! Get accustomed to camping with one of these options: Troop Core Camp would be a great way for you and your troop to experience the great outdoors.
1 2 3
Do you live by the Girl Scout Law?
Learn more in myGSOH!
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Are you REALLY excited about camp?
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Learn more on page 42!
Bring a buddy along for a two-night resident camp session and make new friends.
38-48 If you’re not already a camping pro, you’re going to be a natural! You love adventure, trying new things, and making new friends. It sounds like you’re ready for a resident camp session that lasts a whole week!
FOR CAMP? No way!
Maybe?
You bet!
ADULT QUIZ
Are you relaxed when your girl is away at a slumber party?
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Would you be ok communicating with your girl through mail only?
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Quiz Results
Are you prepared to go several days without seeing your girl?
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14-24 Your girl (and you) may not be entirely ready for resident camp. Day camp and Family Campout are great ways to prepare girls (and parents/ caregivers) for resident camp next summer. At day camp, girls enjoy tons of daytime camp fun and come home at night. Family Campout invites the whole family to spend the weekend at camp.
Are you comfortable with your girl living and playing in a rustic setting where it may rain and thunder?
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Would you be willing to help your girl become comfortable using her sleeping bag, flashlight, and mess kit?
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Are you willing to entrust the camp staff with the care of your girl?
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Socialize with girls she doesn’t know?
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Shampoo and brush/comb her own hair?
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Make her bed and keep track of her belongings?
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Help with camp chores like sweeping, setting tables, and picking up litter?
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Sleep in a tent/cabin with other girls, knowing that her counselors are nearby?
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Try new foods and fill up on food that she likes if she doesn’t like the main dish?
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Ask about ingredients before eating something to which she might be allergic?
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Ask for help if she needs it?
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25-34 It sounds like you are ready to send your girl to camp for a two-night mini-session! If you’re still not sure, get adjusted to the camp life with a Family Campout or Troop Core Camp. Attending the Summer Camp Open House in May will give you and your girl a look at the camp and help answer any questions you may have.
Are you confident in your girl's ability to:
35-42 You’ve done this before, haven’t you? You are confident in your girl’s abilities and willing to help her prepare for camp. You and your girl are ready for a week-long camp session!
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CHECK OUT CAMP Summer Camp Open House
Family Campout
Check out camp before your sleepaway camp adventure! Poke your head in a tent, test out the beds, play a round of gaga, and make a s’more. Meet some summer camp staff members, and ask any questions that you may have about resident camp.
We have a magical theme planned for this year’s Family Camp! Explore the wizarding world with your whole family! Making wands, mixing potions, playing quidditch, and searching for magical creatures are just some of the activities in which you can participate. There will also be plenty of traditional camp activities, like swimming, creeking, target sports, games, and cooking over a campfire.
DATE: Sun., May 7, 2017 TIME: COST: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Free Register by Wed., April 19, 2017
The Big Clean Help us get camp ready for the busy summer season with a day of spring cleaning and maintenance projects. Earn $20 toward your resident camp fee for your help and the help of any adult you bring. Your registration fee will be added to your service credit received at the end of the workday. This work is not suitable for young children. DATE: Sat., April 8, 2017 TIME: COST: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. $5 per person Register by Wed., March 22, 2017
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DATE: Fri., June 30 – Sun., July 2, 2017 TIME: 6:30 p.m. – 10 a.m. COST: $45 per person $20 per child ages 4 and under Meals, activities, and lodging in a platform tent included.
Register by Wed., June 14, 2017
AT A GLANCE
Pg.
Cabin
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Lodging
Pg.
Ponytails
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Cabin
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EcoChic
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Lodge
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Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
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Trail Mix
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Yurt
24
Survival Games
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Platform Tent
29
Endless Summer
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Platform Tent
35
Adventure Treks:
Kentucky Rocks
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Primitive Camping
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Counselor in Training 1
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Platform Tent
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Ponytails
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Cabin
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Tadpoles
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Lodge
19
Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
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Trail Mix
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Yurt
24
Wizard Wonders
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Platform Tent
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Yurt
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Splish Splash
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Lodge
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Cowgirl Camp
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Platform Tent
17
Horseplay
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Platform Tent
21
MiniMystery
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Platform Tent
21
Wild Child
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Platform Tent
21
Ponytails
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Cabin
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Princess in Training
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Lodge
19
Camp & Canvas
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Platform Tent
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Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
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Crafty Critters
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Platform Tent
18
Trail Mix
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Yurt
24
Ponytails
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Cabin
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Dr. Disaster’s Lab
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Platform Tent
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Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
23
Junior Chef
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Lodge
23
inSPAration
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Yurt
28
Leader in Action
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Platform Tent
28
Rapid Ascent
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Platform Tent
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Explorers
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Platform Tent
18
Ponytails
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Cabin
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Art Explorer
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Platform Tent
22
Junior Chef
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Lodge
23
Pirates of Big Bear Lake
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Yurt
24
Boots & Bridles
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Platform Tent
27
Leader in Action
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Platform Tent
28
Superhero Academy
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Platform Tent
28
Pajama Party
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Cabin
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Short & Sweet
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Yurt
17
Splish Splash
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Lodge
17
Cowgirl Camp
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Platform Tent
17
Horseplay
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Platform Tent
21
Wild Child
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Platform Tent
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Platform Tent
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Survival Games
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Platform Tent
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Cape Cod Watersport Adventure
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Youth Hostels
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Counselor in Training 2
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Platform Tent
Slime Time
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Cabin
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Camp Half-Blood
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Platform Tent
22
Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
23
Stage Struck
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Yurt
24
Boots & Bridles
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Platform Tent
27
Culinary Camp
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Lodge
27
Wakatomika Wilderness Camp
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Platform Tent
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Pajama Party
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Cabin
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Short & Sweet
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Yurt
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Splish Splash
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Lodge
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Cowgirl Camp
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Platform Tent
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Horseplay
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Platform Tent
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MiniMystery
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Platform Tent
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Wild Child
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Platform Tent
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Adventure Treks:
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Sun., July 16 Fri., July 21
Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28
ComiCamp
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Sun., July 9 Fri., July 21
Short & Sweet
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Pajama Party
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Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4
Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 23
Lodging
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Sun., Aug. 6 - Tue., Aug. 8
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Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30
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Wed., July 5 - Fri., July 7
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Sun., June 18 Fri., June 30
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Wed., June 14 - Fri., June 16
Session Program Name
Session Program Name
Sun., July 9 Fri., July 14
SUMMER __
15 Grade Level Key: ● Daisies ● Brownies ● Juniors ● Cadettes ● Seniors & Ambassadors
DAISIES & BROWNIES
CAMPS FOR GIRLS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADES K.3
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FOR DAISIES & BROWNIES
Mini-sessions are a great way for first time and younger campers to try out camp! During a three-day camp, you’ll spend three to five hours having fun with themed activities. You’ll get to do classic camp activities too, like swimming, cooking out, exploring nature, and singing silly songs around a campfire. Activities are weather dependent. In case of storms, indoor shelter and alternative activities are available. GRADE COMPLETED
Cowgirl Camp 2-3
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
Short & Sweet K-3 GRADE COMPLETED
YURT
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
Giddy up, little cowgirls, and head to camp for a rootin’ tootin’ good time! Make a western craft, learn cowgirl songs to sing ‘round the campfire, and get to know our four-legged friends down at the barn. You'll spend a total of three hours at the barn doing a combination of ground and in-saddle activities.
Got a sweet tooth? Step into a world of sugary creations! Make your own gummy candies and ice cream, roast marshmallows over a campfire, and learn about some seriously sweet science.
DATES: Wed., June 14 – Fri., June 16, 2017 Wed., July 5 – Fri., July 7, 2017 Sun., Aug. 6 – Tues., Aug. 8, 2017
SESSIONS: COST: 1 4 9 $180 GRADE COMPLETED
Splish Splash K-3
SESSIONS: COST: 1 4 9 $180 GRADE COMPLETED
Pajama Party K-3
CABIN
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the ultimate camp slumber party. Make a snuggly craft project for bedtime, explore the nocturnal world on a night hike, and stay up late eating popcorn while watching a movie under the stars! DATES: Wed., June 14 – Fri., June 16, 2017 Wed., July 5 – Fri., July 7, 2017 Sun., Aug. 6 – Tues., Aug. 8, 2017
DATES: Wed., June 14 – Fri., June 16, 2017 Wed., July 5 – Fri., July 7, 2017 Sun., Aug. 6 – Tues., Aug. 8, 2017
LODGE
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
If you're ready for some splashtastic summer fun, dive into an aquatic camp adventure! Play water games, go creeking to explore water plants and animals, and splash around at the pool! DATES: Wed., June 14 – Fri., June 16, 2017 Wed., July 5 – Fri., July 7, 2017 Sun., Aug. 6 – Tues., Aug. 8, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 1 4 9 $180
SESSIONS: COST: 1 4 9 $180
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FOR BROWNIES
Ready for a full week of outdoor adventure? During a week-long camp, you’ll spend three to five hours a day enjoying themed activities. The rest of your time is packed with exciting, traditional camp activities and group free-choice selections, like swimming, arts and crafts, games, creeking, and slingshotting. Note: Full-week sessions are not recommended for first-time campers.
Crafty Critters
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GRADE COMPLETED
2-3
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Explorers
GRADE COMPLETED
2-3
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Are you a creative and crafty kid? This summer, spend lots of time at Hodge Podge Lodge making all sorts of crafty creations! Get inspired by the outdoors—experiment with clay, paint a leaf print banner, and use recycled items to create a wind chime.
Do you love exploring outdoors? Journey into the woods for the most amazing summer! Splash in the creek, dig in the garden, shoot slingshots, go on a treasure hunt, search for bugs and animals, and cook over a campfire.
DATES: Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017
DATES: Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017
SESSION: COST: 7 $310
SESSION: COST: 8 $310
Princess in Training 2-3
GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
What does being a princess mean to you? Princesses are more than just prim and proper, they are courageous and confident young women who aren’t afraid to help others, stand up for what they think is right, and make the world a better place! In this week of princess prep, learn how to carry yourself with poise, whether you’re preparing for a party, performing royal duties, or navigating the perils of prince-less self rescue. DATES: Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 23, 2017
Tadpoles
SESSION: COST: 2 $330
Ponytails
GRADE COMPLETED
CABIN
2-3
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Saddle up for cowgirl camp! Learn how to be safe around horses, how to pet and groom them, and how to start and stop your horse all by yourself. You'll spend a total of nine hours of combined ground and in-saddle lessons during your week at camp. Round out your week of western adventure with a cowgirl craft project, signing songs ‘round the campfire, and helping to prepare your own chuckwagon cookout. DATES: Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 23, 2017 Sun., July 9 - Fri., July 14, 2017 Sun., July 16 - Fri., July 21, 2017 Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017 Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 2 5 6 7 8 $330
GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
2-3
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Do you love everything about water? Explore the wonders of water at camp! Stomp in the creek looking for crawdads and other critters, make natural sandstone face paint, and spend lots of time splashing in the pool. Discover how much water plants need to grow by helping in the camp garden. Have fun learning how to get enough water for your body with a water themed tea party. DATES: Sun., July 16 - Fri., July 21, 2017 SESSION: COST: 6 $330
Slime Time
GRADE COMPLETED
CABIN
2-3
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Is it magic or is it science? You be the judge at this sticky, slimy, and somewhat silly session. Mix up slime, explode soda geysers, make bouncy balls, explore bubbleology, and experiment with tasty science by making ice cream! DATES: Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30, 2017 SESSION: COST: 3 $310
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CAMPS FOR GIRLS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADES 4.5
JUNIORS
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FOR JUNIORS
Mini-sessions are a wonderful way for first-timers to try out camp. During a three-day camp, you’ll spend three to five hours enjoying themed activities. You’ll get to do other classic camp activities too, like swimming, cooking out, exploring nature, and roasting marshmallows over a campfire. Activities are weather dependent. In case of storms, indoor shelter and alternative activities are available.
Horseplay
GRADE COMPLETED
4-5
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
Saddle up for this super camp sampler! Learn to lasso, make a western-themed craft, and enjoy time at the barn getting to know our horses. You'll spend a total of three hours at the barn doing a combination of ground and in-saddle activities during this mini-session. DATES: Wed., June 14 - Fri., June 16, 2017 Wed., July 5 - Fri., July 7, 2017 Sun., Aug. 6 - Tues., Aug. 8, 2017
GRADE COMPLETED
GRADE COMPLETED
4-5
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
Summer is your time to run wild! Experience an action-packed summer with all sorts of outdoor adventures, like a geocaching treasure hunt, playing flashlight games, catching crawdads in the creek, and cooking over a campfire. If that sounds like the perfect summer adventure, then you might be a wild child! DATES: Wed., June 14 - Fri., June 16, 2017 Wed., July 5 - Fri., July 7, 2017 Sun., Aug. 6 - Tues., Aug. 8, 2017
SESSIONS: COST: 1 4 9 $180
MiniMystery 4-5
Wild Child
SESSIONS: COST: 1 4 9 $180 PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
There’s a mystery to solve and we need your help cracking the case! In this interactive game, everyone is a suspect. Take on a character role and play along with clue cards to follow along as the mystery unravels. Bring your best acting skills, sleuthing senses, and your funny bone! DATES: Wed., June 14 - Fri., June 16, 2017 Wed., July 5 - Fri., July 7, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 1 4 $180
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FOR JUNIORS
Are you ready for a full week of outdoor adventure? During a week-long camp, you’ll spend three to five hours a day enjoying themed activities. The rest of your time is packed with exciting, traditional camp activities and group free-choice selections, such as swimming, arts and crafts, archery, and canoeing.
Art Explorer
GRADE COMPLETED
4-5
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Do you love getting crafty and making fun art projects? Let the outdoors be your inspiration! Draw, sculpt, paint, and weave masterpieces to show off your unique personality. Spend time crafting your art projects each day to perfect your masterpiece. Whether you’re making an animal sculpture, collecting sticks and stones to paint, or designing string art, you’re sure to have an ARTrageously good time!
Camp Half-Blood
GRADE COMPLETED
4-5
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
DATES: Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017
Enter a world of myths and legends as you train to join a hero’s quest. Go stargazing to learn about Greek mythology, perfect your aim at the archery range, learn swordsmanship in a fencing lesson, build teamwork and communication skills on the challenge course, and practice strategy playing capture the flag. Once your demi-god skills are honed, seek out the oracle and accept your role in a hero’s quest, pitting good verses evil, in your chance to save the world.
SESSION: COST: 8 $310
DATES: Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30, 2017 SESSION: COST: 3 $310
Dr. Disaster’s Lab 4-5
GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
It’s time for some science shenanigans! Experiment with rockets, fly paper stunt planes, create a mini-robot, and mix up some incredible edible potions. There will even be slime making and exciting, safe explosions! DATES: Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017 SESSION: COST: 7 $310 22
EcoChic
GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
4-5
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
- EcoChic: \'e-ko-'shek\ A distinctive manner associated with an environmentally friendly, yet incredibly fashionable lifestyle, ideology, or pursuit. Make all-natural beauty products and chic fashion accessories for you and your room. Try out yoga, learn about aromatherapy, and pick fresh herbs from the garden to use in your own calming tea. DATES: Sun., July 9 - Fri., July 14, 2017 SESSION: COST: 5 $330 GRADE COMPLETED
Horse Lover 4-5
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Take your horseback riding experience to the next level! Learn how to help tack a horse, proper care for your four-legged friends, and participate in a variety of ring lessons and trail rides. Practice your roping skills, learn to line dance, and make snacks to feed your barnyard buddies. You'll spend a total of twelve hours of combined ground and in-saddle lessons during your week at camp. Lessons are appropriate for beginner to intermediate riders.
DATES: Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 23, 2017 Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30, 2017 Sun., July 9 - Fri., July 14, 2017 Sun., July 16 - Fri., July 21, 2017 Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 2 3 5 6 7 $355
Junior Chef
GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
4-5
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
What culinary creations can you concoct at camp? Practice chopping, measuring, mixing, and baking as you whip up your own delectable dishes! Pick ingredients from the camp garden to add a pinch of fresh flair to your delicious creation. Sample flavors from around the world as you team up with the camp chefs to prepare dishes to serve the rest of the campers. Decorate your own chef hat to take home! DATES: Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017 Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 7 8 $330
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FOR JUNIORS
Pirates of Big Bear Lake
GRADE COMPLETED
YURT
4-5
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Ahoy, mateys! Join the pirate crew of the good ship Molly Lauman for a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas! Practice sword fighting, hunt for treasure, and design your own Jolly Roger flag before setting sail for Big Bear Lake waterpark. The journey continues at Newport Aquarium! Walk the gangplank over shark infested waters and spend the night sleeping with the fishes! DATES: Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017 SESSION: COST: 8 $415
Stage Struck
GRADE COMPLETED
Free
YURT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Be goofy, be larger than life, be the star of the show! Play improv games, practice projection and facial expressions, try your hand at stage makeup, and create costumes and props. Put all your skills together for a performance on the last night of camp, and let your inner star shine! DATES: Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30, 2017
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GRADE COMPLETED
YURT
4-5
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Check out some of the best parts of camp in this week-long camp sampler. Play canoe games on the lake, saddle up for a horseback trail ride, go on a geocaching scavenger hunt around camp, test your aim at our target sports range, and so much more! DATES: Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 23, 2017 Sun., July 9 - Fri., July 14, 2017 Sun., July 16 - Fri., July 21, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 2 5 6 $310
camp T-shirt!
4-5
SESSION: COST: 3 $310
Trail Mix
Wizard Wonders
GRADE COMPLETED
4-5
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Are you tired of the muggle world? Join sister magicians for a week filled with adventure and mystery at the Molly Lauman School of Magic. Playing quidditch, reading cookie crumbs, searching for magical creatures, and mixing potions are just some of the activities that you will get to try out at this marvelous magical camp. DATES: Sun., July 16 - Fri., July 21, 2017 SESSION: COST: 6 $310
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CAMPS FOR GIRLS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADES 6.8
CADETTES
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FOR CADETTES
Ready for a week of outdoor adventure? Ready for a week of outdoor adventure? From chill spa retreats to high-flying adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Spend three to five hours a day doing themed activities and spend the rest of your time doing group free-choice activities like archery, spa mixology, slacklining, and yoga. Choose your adventure from these amazing week-long camps.
Boots & Bridles 6-8
GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
ComiCamp
GRADE COMPLETED
6-8
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Get the full western experience—practice tacking your own horse, groom and braid its mane and tail, and learn proper care for our four-legged friends! Participate in a variety of ring lessons and trail rides, camp out for a night at the barn, and help feed the horses in the morning! You'll spend a total of fifteen hours of combined ground and in-saddle lessons during your week at camp.
It’s time for some fandom fun! Craft cosplay pieces, create fan art or fan fiction, try out different tabletop games, and hang out with other girls who share your same pop-culture passions. Explore illustrating, writing, and character development and turn your characters into your own graphic novel!
DATES: Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30, 2017 Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017
SESSION: COST: 2 $310
SESSIONS: COST: 3 8 $375
Culinary Camp
Camp & Canvas
Budding foodies, bring your flair for flavor and your sensational senses to this culinary camp! Measure, mix, taste test, and experiment with flavor and texture combinations that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Experiment with fresh flavors from the camp garden, spicy ethnic creations, and regional specialties. Team up with the camp chefs to prepare dishes for the entire camp.
GRADE COMPLETED
6-8
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Being outside is a great way to spark your creativity! Explore different forms of creative expression, like painting, needle felting, wire sculpture, and collage artistry. Spend time each day crafting your art projects to perfect your creations! DATES: Sun., July 16 - Fri., July 21, 2017 SESSION: COST: 6 $310
DATES: Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 23, 2017
GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
6-8
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
DATES: Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30, 2017 SESSION: COST: 3 $330
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FOR CADETTES
GRADE COMPLETED
inSPAration 6-8
YURT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
This camp is totally about you! Your time to be creative. Your time to relax. Your time to be you! Make cool recycled crafts, learn relaxation techniques like yoga and aromatherapy, and mix up spa products, like sugar scrubs, cleansing masks, and fizzing bath bombs. Make sure you bring a good book, because you’ll have extra time to chill out and enjoy the sunshine. DATES: Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017
GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
DATES: Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017 Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017
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6-8
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a Girl Scout! Create an alternate persona and design your own superhero logo. Hone your super powers by participating in activities like our team challenge course and poolside rock wall. Head out on two academy field trips: go up, up, and away at a Superman-style zipline flying lesson, and practice leaping tall buildings in a single bound at a trampoline park. Evildoers beware!
SESSION: COST: 8 $415 NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Think it might be cool to be a camp counselor some day? Get an inside look at what it takes to be a good mentor to younger girls. Learn leadership and communication skills, and still have plenty of time to enjoy the awesomeness of camp! Pick which of the three LIA Awards you’d like to earn, then help lead Brownie campers in fun activities. This is the perfect mix of hanging out with your friends and trying out a new leadership role at camp.
SESSIONS: COST: 7 8 $310
GRADE COMPLETED
DATES: Sun., July 30 - Fri., Aug. 4, 2017
SESSION: COST: 7 $310
Leader in Action (LIA) 6-8
Superhero Academy
Free
camp T-shirt!
Survival Games 6-8 GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Do you have a hunger for adventure? Spend time in training camp practicing plant identification, camouflage, navigation, target practice, and other important survival skills. On game day, put your skills to the test in an epic challenge against other Survival Games competitors— but watch out for booby-traps and sabotage from other competitors, or maybe set some traps of your own! Mentors will help guide and prepare you (as well as watch out for safety), but you’ll need skill, strategy, and teamwork to win. Everyone will survive, but there can only be one victor! May the odds be ever in your favor. DATES: Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 23, 2017 Sun., July 9 - Fri., July 14, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 2 5 $310
VISIT
CAMP WAKATOMIKA! Wakatomika Wilderness 6-8 Camp
GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Journey into the hills of Wakatomika and develop skills in adventure activities such as backpacking, canoeing, high ropes, survival, and more. This program starts and ends at Camp Wakatomika and will be run by a group of dedicated adult volunteers. A separate confirmation packet will be sent to all participants. Bus options are not available for this program.
DATES: Sun., June 25 - Fri., June 30, 2017 SESSION: COST: 3 $375
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ADVENTURE TREKS
READY FOR THE NEXT BIG THING? Adventure Treks are like resident camp, amped up with some serious cool factor. Big trips, challenges, friendships, and fun—Adventure Treks have it all! They’re so big we want you to know about them way ahead of time. Adventure Treks all start and end at Camp Molly Lauman. Start planning and preparing for what we have coming! 30
2017: Cape Cod Watersport 6-11 Adventure GRADE COMPLETED
YOUTH HOSTELS
SUMMER
2017
Conquer the Atlantic waves on this multi-sport excursion for ocean-loving adventurers! Ride the waves in a high-thrills surfing lesson. Hop aboard a standup paddleboard to explore the calmer waters of Cape Cod. Discover the beauty of the coastal marshes in a kayak with trained guides who help you identify osprey, egrets, herons, and other wildlife. DATES: Sun., June 18 – Fri., June 30, 2017
Free
camp T-shirt!
D OUT! L O S REGISTRATION: COST: $650 per person • • • •
Opens Nov. 1, 2016 A deposit of $100 holds your spot Final payment due May 1, 2017 Registration closes May 1, 2017, no refunds after this date
2017: Kentucky Rocks 6-11 GRADE COMPLETED
PRIMITIVE CAMPSITES
SUMMER
2017
Explore the rocks, ridges, caverns, and crawlways of Kentucky! Your adventure begins when you head south to the Red River Gorge. Feel the thrill of rock climbing and experience the first via ferrata (Italian for “iron road”) built in the United States. Spend time traveling through the wilderness on a multi-night backpacking excursion, then head underground to explore the mysterious formations of Mammoth Cave National Park. DATES: Sun., July 9 – Fri., July 21, 2017 COST: $575 per person
Free
camp T-shirt!
SOLD OUT!
REGISTRATION: • Opens Nov. 1, 2016 • A deposit of $100 holds your spot • Final payment due May 1, 2017 • Registration closes May 1, 2017, no refunds after this date
GRADE COMPLETED
2018: Allegheny Passage Rails and Trails 6-11
ESTABLISHED CAMPSITES
SUMMER
2018
Feel the wind on your face while cruising 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. We’ll celebrate our trail victory with a ride on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. Bikes are provided.
ESTIMATED COST: $575 per person REGISTRATION • Lottery opens Nov. 1, 2017 • Selections made Nov. 8, 2017 • Deposit of $100 due by Nov. 17, 2017 for selected participants
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2018: Canyon Country Rocks 8-11 and Rapids GRADE COMPLETED
ESTABLISHED CAMPSITES
SUMMER
2018
Set up base camp in Moab, Utah, to explore the red rock cliffs, canyons, and out-of-this world sandstone formation of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Look for dinosaur tracks in the desert slickrock on a mountain bike ride. Hike, swim, and rappel through a slot canyon, and float past towering cliffs on a rafting trip down the Colorado River. ESTIMATED COST: $650 per person REGISTRATION: • Lottery opens Nov. 1, 2017 • Selections made Nov. 8, 2017 • Deposit of $100 due by Nov. 17, 2017 for selected participants
2019: Laurel Highlands 8-11 Backpacker GRADE COMPLETED
PRIMITIVE CAMPSITES
SUMMER
2019
Listen to the call of the wilderness and let it be your guide on this extended backcountry trek! Start your journey learning essential skills like map reading and cooking, then head to Pennsylvania where you’ll spend a week hiking the Laurel Highlands Trail. Your time on the trail will be filled with Instagram-worthy moments, from the light shining through the dense hardwood canopy to the ridgeline vistas. Make sure you pack a camera along with your sense of adventure! ESTIMATED COST: $550 per person REGISTRATION: Registration by Lottery: Opens Nov. 1, 2018 GRADE COMPLETED
2019: Boundary Waters Wilderness Voyage 6-11
PRIMITIVE CAMPSITES
SUMMER
2019
Crystal clear lakes, a stunning night sky, soaring eagles, and the haunting call of the loon are just some of the wonders that make Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota one of the most sought after wilderness areas in the world. Spend five days canoeing through the wilderness. Sing and laugh as you paddle along rocky shorelines, portage around rapids, swim in the clear lakes, and enjoy peaceful nights with friends under a starlit sky. On our way home, we’ll treat ourselves with a trip to the Mall of America! ESTIMATED COST: $650 per person REGISTRATION: Registration by Lottery: Opens Nov. 1, 2018
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Big adventures can bring up some pretty big questions. Here are answers to the most common questions we receive. What’s included in the cost?
How long will I be away from camp?
The cost includes all meals, lodging, equipment rental fees, trained guides, and transportation necessary for the trip. You’ll only need money for snacks and souvenirs along the way.
Most Adventure Trekkers spend one or two nights at Camp Molly Lauman before leaving on their adventure. You’ll return on Thursday of the following week—right on time for closing campfire with the rest of camp.
What special gear will I need to bring?
I have a grown-up that wants to come. Can they?
We provide all of the group camping gear, cooking equipment, and specialized activity gear, such as backpacking packs, bicycles, and rock climbing equipment for each planned activity. All you need to bring is your personal gear—clothes, sleeping bag, pillow, personal overnight items, water bottles, and mess kits. We’ll send you a specialized packing list for your trip, but here are a few items to start thinking about now: Sleeping Bags: The smaller the better. We pack the gear of 12 people in each van. Smaller sleeping bags can help save space for things like coolers of food. Footwear: Sneakers are recommended for biking, caving, and rock climbing. For backpacking and Boundary Waters canoeing, you will need sturdy, broken-in boots. For other watersports, you will need a secure, closed-toe amphibious shoe.
Like resident camp, Adventure Treks are just for girls. What happens if I get sick or injured on the trip? If you get sick or injured, getting you better will be our top priority so you can safely get back to the fun. If you are unable to continue, we will contact your parent or caregiver to arrange a pickup. What kind of physical shape should I be in to go on a trip? If you can run a mile without stopping (no time limit), then you’re in good shape for an Adventure Trek.
Clothes: Quick-dry clothes are best for all activities. Cotton should be avoided because it stays wet and uncomfortable for a long time.
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SENIORS & AMBASSADORS CAMPS FOR GIRLS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADES 9.11
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Endless Summer 9-11 GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Come to camp to kick back and relax. Start each day with yoga, learn about aromatherapy and reflexology, and make your own bath and beauty products like sugar scrubs, cleansing masks, and fizzing bath bombs. Participate in optional group runs/jogs or spend extra time journaling, reading, and relaxing in your unit or poolside. DATES: Sun., July 9 - Fri., July 14, 2017 SESSION: COST: 5 $310 GRADE COMPLETED
Rapid Ascent 9-11
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Thrill seekers, head to Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania for an adventurous trip! Grab a paddle and raft the Class III rapids of the Lower Yough. Hop on a bike and pedal the easy grade of the Great Allegheny Passage to our rock climbing site. Rope up and spend the day ascending a series of top-rope climbing routes. Camp for three nights in Ohiopyle and have plenty of time to hike, wade, shop for souvenirs, and if you’re feeling brave, try out the natural rock waterslide! DATES: Sun., July 23 - Fri., July 28, 2017 SESSION: COST: 7 $415
Free
camp T-shirt!
*You must complete an application to be considered for the CIT1 or CIT2 program. Participation in CIT1 does not guarantee placement in the CIT2 program. Participation in the CIT1 or CIT2 program does not guarantee future employment.
Counselor in Training 1* 9-11 GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
(CIT1)
NUMBER OF DAYS
13
Want to work at camp someday? In this fun, hands-on camp, you'll go in-depth to develop your leadership skills in preparation to become a camp counselor. Discover your own personal leadership style as you work to identify and build on the strengths that you already possess. This year’s CIT1 theme is "Sisterhood." Get ready to build connections, make memories, learn and laugh with your sister CITs, and lead the way for younger Girl Scouts! Receive your CIT pin at a fireside ceremony at the end of this two-week program. DATES: Sun., July 9 - Fri., July 21, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 5–6 $415
Counselor in Training 2* 10-11 GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
(CIT2)
NUMBER OF DAYS
13
Continue building your leadership skills as you move another step closer to working at camp! This year’s CIT2 theme is "Dream Big." Explore your strengths and passions, define your personal ethics, and get to know other big dreamers and future role models. Turn your dreams into reality and spend a week working directly with younger girls in one of the following program areas: units, horseback riding, or nature combined with arts and crafts. Receive your CIT2 pin at a fireside ceremony at the end of this two-week program. DATES: Sun., June 18 - Fri., June 30, 2017 SESSIONS: COST: 2–3 $310
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TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES A whole new way to experience camp! Camp aides are behind-the-scenes volunteers who help camp staff create magical experiences for younger campers. Camp aides can volunteer for up to two weeks at a time. The volunteer period begins at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday and finishes at 4 p.m. on Friday. There is no charge to be a camp aide, but you must complete the application process to be considered for the position (see next page for instructions). To be a camp aide, you must have completed 10th grade or our CIT1 program. Camp aides can apply for one of these focus areas: JOURNALIST
Interview and take photos of campers and staff to turn into a newsletter for campers to take home at the end of the week. Explore camp and snap action shots to go along with fun stories to keep followers informed on the Camp Molly Lauman Facebook page.
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CULINARY ASSISTANT
PROGRAM ASSISTANT
UNIT ASSISTANT
Work side-by-side with our cooks preparing meals for camp. Explore our recipe books and make special treats of your own design. If you have an idea for a dish, we’ll help you make it! You’ll also help keep the kitchen clean and sanitary, and assist in packing for cookouts.
Help our program staff in their specialty areas. You could help feed the horses and get them ready for the first riding group, lend a hand to the arts and crafts specialist by cutting stencils, help weed the vegetable garden, or help plan the all-camp activity for the week.
Help the camp counselors lead girls in their day-to-day adventures at camp. Lead songs and games, have fun with campers at the pool, and put all of your CIT2 leadership skills to work. To be a unit assistant, camp aides must have completed our CIT2 program.
LEAD THE WAY
Applying for Counselor in Training (CIT) or Camp Aide Positions
APPLICATION:
REGISTRATION:
CONSIDERATIONS:
To be selected into a CIT leadership camp or as a camp aide, you must fill out an online application, found at surveymonkey.com/s/ CMLteens
CIT1 and CIT2 campers must be registered for their desired CIT program and have paid the $40 deposit before completing the teen leadership application. If you are not registered for the program before April 1, your application will not be considered. If you are not accepted, you will receive a full refund, including the paid deposit.
You may volunteer as a camp aide in the same summer as your CIT1 or CIT2 experience, however the camp aide period must occur after the CIT program. A separate application is not required if you are serving as a CIT and camp aide in the same summer.
REQUIREMENTS: CIT1: Must have completed 9th grade.
CIT2: Must have completed 10th grade; completion of CIT1 preferred.
Camp Aide: Must have completed 10th grade or CIT1 for most positions; must have completed CIT2 to work in camper units.
Junior Counselors
DEADLINES: Applications are due by April 1. CITs and camp aides will be contacted by April 15 for interviews, or to announce acceptance into the program. If space allows, applications will be considered on a case-bycase basis after April 15.
MINIMUM AGE
16
Ready to take your leadership experience to the next level? This paid position is the ultimate leadership experience for high school students not yet old enough to become full-time staff members. As a junior counselor, you’ll work in one of the following areas each week: units, horseback riding, nature/outdoor skills, arts and crafts, health and safety, or kitchen. Stick to one area or sample multiple areas during your time at camp, depending on the needs of camp and your own interests. Junior counselors must attend a mandatory training period, June 4-13. You’ll work with the camp director to set your schedule, selecting which weeks you’d like to work. Junior counselors must commit to work a minimum of five weeks during the summer. Previous completion of CIT2 is strongly preferred. Girls cannot be both a CIT and staff member in the same summer.
Only one application per girl will be considered for each camp season. Please refrain from submitting applications for multiple positions within the same camp season. If you are not selected to serve this year, you are encouraged to reapply next year.
Camp Staff
MINIMUM AGE
18
If you want to spend your summer laughing, singing, teaching, and being a mentor to the next generation of leaders, then we’ve got the job for you! Positions include: camp counselors, horseback riding instructors, arts and crafts specialists, naturalists, cooks, and more. Basic requirements for every position are that you enjoy working with children, are at ease in an outdoor environment, can be a constructive team member, and are a hard worker. Staff live at camp all summer, with time off on most weekends. Employment dates are June 4 – August 9.
For more information and to apply online, visit
gsoh.org/camp
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CARE PACKAGES Surprise your camper with a care package while she’s away this summer! Order your care package when you register your girl online or submit a care package order form which can be found in your Summer Camp Success Guide.
Order your Camp Molly Lauman care package by Thursday, June 1. Availability after June 1 is not guaranteed.
BUNDLES a CAMP ESSENTIALS BUNDLE
b COOL CAMPER BUNDLE
Be prepared for your summer adventure with these must-have camp items: a lantern to light up your tent, carabiner clip, Camp Molly Lauman wristband/hair tie, and a summer camp postcard pack to share your epic stories with everyone back home.
Keep cool with a spritzer water bottle. Look cool wearing sunglasses that change color in sunlight. Make cool new friends with a friendship bracelet kit, truth or dare cootie catcher game, and temporary hand tattoos.
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a
b
FREE DRAWSTRING BAG with purchase of any care package
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_ ADD ONS: Add-ons can be bundled with a care package or purchased individually.
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c 2017 CAMPER T.SHIRT Navy blue “S’more to Explore” T-shirt. Available in Youth Small – Adult 3X.
$13 . YS XL
d CAMP JOURNAL
$18
The perfect place for campers to record all of their summer camp adventures and memories. This guided journal and activity book is chock-full of hilarious camp-inspired jokes, entertaining games, useful camper tips, and more.
2X.3X
d
e MESS KIT This mess kit has everything you’ll need when it comes time to cookout. The kit includes a plate, bowl, and cutlery, all packaged in a convenient mesh bag.
$21
f PLUSH HORSE
Cuddling this stuffed horse is sure to help any cowgirl gallop off into dreamland. Comes wearing a Molly Lauman bandana.
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g PLUSH RACCOON
$22
A 13-inch Ty® Beanie Boo is the perfect snuggle buddy for any camper.
f
$18
g
$12
2017 CAMP PATCH All girls receive a free patch for attending resident camp!
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Online registration starts at 9 a.m., Wednesday, February 1. ⚬ Visit gsoh.org and click on the CORA link at the top right of the homepage to register online using the Council Online Registration Access (CORA) service. ⚬ To register online using CORA, you must be a current Girl Scout member and pay for program registrations with a credit or debit card. — or — ⚬ Download and complete a registration form from gsoh.org or contact Council Headquarters to request a form. Fees and due dates: 1 $40 non-refundable deposit – due at time of registration. ($100 to secure spot in Adventure Treks.)
FREE GIFT! Register for resident camp before Saturday, April 1 and you’ll get a free color changing water bottle— only available through this special offer! Fill yours with cold water and watch as the bottle magically changes its shade. This offer is valid for one water bottle per camper. Water bottles will be delivered at camper check-in. Campers must attend camp to receive their water bottle. Colors will vary.
2 $45 bus fee – due at time of registration. 3 $20 membership fee (if not a current registered Girl Scout) – due at time of registration. 4 Care Package cost – due at time of order. 5 Remaining balance – due on June 1 (May 1 for Adventure Treks). Registration is subject to cancellation if balance is not received on time.
6 A late fee of $20 will be added to all balances paid after the June 1 payment deadline and late registrations submitted after June 1 (May 1 for Adventure Treks).
BUS TRANSPORTATION Hop on a bus for a ride to camp that’s fun for girls and easy for parents/caregivers! Camp counselors supervise the bus ride, lead road trip games, and sing songs with the girls as they make their way to camp! Your camper can catch the bus in Sunbury or Columbus. Exact bus stop locations and times are included in the "Summer Camp Success Guide" which can be found at gsoh.org under Forms at the top right of the page.
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The bus fee is $45 for all bus stops. Pre-registration is required. Bus fees are paid at the time of registration.
, My camper s program is full; what should I do? If you call us, we can add you to a waitlist. Unfortunately, very few waitlisted campers make it onto the roster, so please consider signing up for a second choice if your first choice is full.
Is financial assistance available? Yes! Financial assistance and camperships are available for all programs in this guide, except Family Camp.
Is there a confirmation packet or packing list? Everything you need to know is included in the "Summer Camp Success Guide." This guide can be found at gsoh.org under Forms at the top right of the page. You'll find packing lists, forms that you will need to fill out, check-in and check-out times, and more valuable information about 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. Requests for more than one buddy will not be honored. Please request a buddy by name, not troop number.
My camper has special needs. Will she be successful at camp? Many girls find that camp is a place where they are not judged for their differences, but embraced for their unique skills and traits. Girls need to have a certain level of independence to come to camp though. Our staff members do not have training to handle some cases, nor can we arrange for every accommodation. Check out the quizzes on pages 12-13 and see what the results say. If you have any questions, please contact the Camp Molly Lauman camp director.
When is final payment due? Payment for standard resident camps is due by June 1. Adventure Trek payments are due by May 1. A late fee of $20 will be added to any payments not received by June 1 (May 1 for Adventure Treks).
Can I register after June 1? Yes! If there is space in a program, you can register up until the week before a camp begins. A late registration fee of $20 is applied to all resident camp registrations received after June 1.
Cancellation Policy Resident camp cancellations made before June 1 (May 1 for Adventure Treks) will receive a full refund, less the required non-refundable deposit. Cancellations after June 1 (May 1 for Adventure Treks) must include a doctor’s note or other suitable documentation. Acceptable situations include: camper illness, family emergency, change in parent/caregiver’s job status or job transfer, etc. If eligible for a refund, (less the required non-refundable deposit), a written request with suitable documentation must be submitted to Council Headquarters within two weeks of the start of your chosen program. Refunds are processed within three weeks. No refunds will be given after August 31, 2017. If a camp session is cancelled by Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland due to low enrollment or other reasons, campers will be given a chance to transfer to a suitable open session or receive a full refund of amount paid, including the deposit.
CONTACT US Council Headquarters 1700 Watermark Drive Columbus, OH 43215 gsoh.org/camp 1-800-621-7042 614-487-8101
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Splash & Saddle
GRADE COMPLETED
2-8
Spend a day at Camp Molly Lauman's two most popular spots, the barn and the pool! Take the reins for a horseback ride, spend time splashing in the pool, and round out the fun with traditional camp activities like crafts and games (Brownies and Juniors) or canoeing (Cadettes). Lunch is provided. Limited adult participation spots are available. Non-participating adults are welcome to stay but must pre-register for lunch ($5).
COST: $18 per person DATES: Grades 2-5:
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Don’t miss out on these super Saturday programs, jam-packed with action and adventure!
Summer Badge Bash
GRADE COMPLETED
2-8
Spend a day at camp trying a variety of badge and Journey activities. Will you try a little of each or aim to complete an entire award? The choice is yours! Bridging to the next Girl Scout grade level? Get a jump start on your new badges and awards by trying out new things. Some activity highlights by grade level include: Daisies ⬩ Garden party ⬩ Animal games ⬩ Theater
Juniors ⬩ Geocaching ⬩ Detective lab ⬩ Recycled crafts
Brownies ⬩ Letterboxing ⬩ Mad science potions ⬩ Creeking
Cadettes ⬩ Archery ⬩ Intro to backpacking ⬩ Team building
Seniors ⬩ Paddling ⬩ Needle-felting ⬩ Culinary creations
Lunch is provided.
COST: $15 per person DATES: Sat., June 17, 2017 Sat., July 15, 2017 Sat., July 29, 2017 42
TIME: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sat., June 17, 2017 Sat., July 29, 2017
TIME: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Grades 2-3 and 6-8:
Sat., July 15, 2017
Troop Core Camp: Molly Lauman
GRADE COMPLETED
2-8
Come to camp with your whole troop! Troops need to provide adult supervision for their girls, but we provide the rest—program facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, meals, and a whole lot of fun! Try out slingshots or archery, crafts, swimming, scavenger hunts, nature exploration, creeking, or even horseback riding (sign up separately). Program Notes: Adults need to be registered Girl Scouts who have completed their volunteer application and background check.
DATES: Fri., Aug. 4 – Sun., Aug. 6, 2017
TIME: 6:30 p.m. – 10 a.m.
COST: $45 per person
Troop Core Camp: Horseback Add-on Arena Lesson
GRADE COMPLETED
Trail Ride Register for a 45-minute ride at 2 p.m., 3 p.m., or 4 p.m.
GRADE COMPLETED
Register for a 45-minute ride at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., or 11 a.m.
Program Notes: Riders must wear long pants and sturdy boots.
COST: $5 per person
2-5
4-8
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COLOR ME! What does your dream horse look like? We'd love to see! Color her in and post a picture on social media! (Don't forget to tag @GirlScoutsOH)
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FUN CAMP FACT #19 Camp Molly Lauman horses come all the way from a farm in Pennsylvania to spend the summer with our Girl Scouts! They each have their own personality, and can't wait to meet you!
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love to find your way to the trefoil? Give it a try!
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FUN CAMP FACT #86 Counselors from 36 countries around the world have spent their summer at Camp Molly Lauman. You'll find a flag from every country represented hanging in Bear Creek Lodge!
Day Camp ★ 2017 It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a Girl Scout! Day camp is a SUPER introduction to the outdoors—our programs are full of sun, fun, and adventure. Girls try new things, make new friends, and have a ton of fun. Day camps are five days of fun—Monday through Friday, usually from 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. With nine weeks of camp and locations at many local parks and our GSOH camps, it’s easy to find one that fits your busy summer schedule. Grades K-6
Grades 6-12
Adults
What does being super mean to you? Practice superhero skills, make some super crafts, and learn how to change the world, just like a real superhero. Plus, enjoy all sorts of traditional camp activities like outdoor cooking, nature exploration, and playing games.
Hone your super powers in one of our teen leadership programs. Learn teamwork and leadership skills, practice problem solving and communication, and mentor younger campers to help create amazing summer experiences. You’ll learn real life skills to help change your world!
Spend a week of your summer guiding campers through the great outdoors. Training is provided and you’ll get one free camp session for a Girl Scout relative. Since the number of campers who can participate is directly tied to the number of adult volunteers, you’ll be the true hero this summer!
Check out all the details at gsoh.org/day-camp.
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Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland Council, Inc. 1700 Watermark Drive Columbus, OH 43215-1097 614-487-8101 gsoh.org
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