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Adventure Treks Adventure Trek FAQ Camps for Seniors and Ambassadors Teen Volunteer Opportunities Work at Camp Care Packages How to Register Bus Transportation
Camps for Daisies and Brownies
Registration FAQ
Camps for Juniors
Saturday Camps
Camps for Cadettes
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Day Camp 2018
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7 A.M.
Rise and shine
7:45 A.M.
Flag ceremony and 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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The smell of pine and campfire smoke enters your nose…
and pitching a tent and make lifelong friendships and memories.
Green grass tickles your back as you roll down a hill…
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 $30 membership fee — which allows you to participate in other activities offered by the Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland Council through September 2018! 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.
You can hear girls laugh, discovering frogs by the creek… Hiking in the woods with the group, you spot a doe and her fawns… And of course, you can almost taste the melted chocolate on your fingers after making the perfect s’more. At camp, you’ll get in touch with all your senses AND your Girl Scout friends! Since 1929, Girl Scout summer camp has given girls a chance to explore their inner G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™. At camp, every girl can try new things—from learning archery to exploring life in the creek. Girls practice outdoor skills like building a campfire
WYANDOT CRAWFORD
MARION
RICHLAND ASHLAND
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. Join girls like you for an experience of a lifetime, where you’ll explore the world and your own interests. We can’t wait to see you at camp this summer!
WAYNE
HOLMES
MORROW KNOX
UNION
COSHOCTON
DELAWARE
LICKING
GUERNSEY MUSKINGUM
FRANKLIN MADISON PERRY
FAIRFIELD PICKAWAY FAYETTE HOCKING ROSS VINTON HIGHLAND PIKE JACKSON
ADAMS
GALLIA SCIOTO
You don’t have to be in a Girl Scout troop to come to camp!
Camp Molly Lauman is located in Lucasville, Ohio, about 1 1/2 hours from Columbus.
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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! 7
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. d l u o c i f i r a ye l l a i would stay So many things make camp special. But what’s our favorite part? The outdoors! Camp is a great way to soak up nature’s scenery while making new friends. 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.
Platform tents are where
Cabins have lights, screened
most girls sleep. They are heavy canvas structures with wooden floors and four beds. Open flaps allow for light and ventilation.
windows, and four beds. They have electricity, so you may want to bring a small plug-in fan to help keep cool.
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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.
Yurts are a cool cross between tents and cabins. They have ceiling fans, lights, screened windows, and four sets of bunk beds.
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 the campers.
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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. 10
Bring a Friend!
Lone Wolf?
You can request one buddy* to bunk with you 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! Camp counselors are great with 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 to get contact info from your new buddies at the end of the week.
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. *Requests for multiple buddies will not be honored.
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You bet!
Maybe?
No way!
GIRL QUIZ
1 2 3
Do you enjoy staying overnight at a friend’s house?
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?
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?
1 2 3
Do you live by the Girl Scout Law?
1 2 3
Are you REALLY excited about camp?
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Quiz Results 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. Learn more on page 42.
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. Bring a buddy along for a two-night resident camp session and make new friends. Learn more in myGSOH.
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!
Learn more on page 43.
Family Campout invites the whole family to spend the weekend at camp. Learn more on page 14.
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 both a look at camp and answer any questions you may have. 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!
You bet!
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.
Maybe?
Quiz Results
No way!
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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Are you prepared to go several days without seeing your girl?
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3
Are you comfortable with your girl living and playing in a rustic setting where it may rain and thunder?
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3
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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3
Make her bed and keep track of her belongings?
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3
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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3
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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FAMILY CAMP PROGRAMS The Big Clean
Family Campout
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 helper that you bring. Your registration fee will be added to the service credit received at the end of the workday. Work projects are not suitable for children under 8 years old.
Bring the whole family to camp and explore nature! Try archery and/or slingshotting, stomp your way through the creek, and try out other crafts, games, and adventures.
DATES:
Sat, April 7, 2018
TIME: COST:
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. $5 per person Register by Wed, March 21, 2018
Summer Camp Open House Check out camp before your sleepaway camp adventure! Poke your head in a tent, play a round of gaga, and make a s’more. Meet summer camp staff members, and ask questions about resident camp.
DATES:
Sat, May 12, 2018
TIME: COST:
1 - 4 p.m. FREE Register for this event at gsoh.org 14
DATES:
Fri, July 6, 2018 – Sun, July 8, 2018
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 20, 2018
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Pajama Party
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Cabin
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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
19
Princess in Training
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Lodge
19
Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
23
Trail Mix
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Yurt
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Showtime
Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3
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Platform Tent
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Platform Tent
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Allegheny Passage Rails & Trails
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Established Campsites
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Counselor in Training 2
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Platform Tent
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Slime Time
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Cabin
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Camp Half-Blood
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Platform Tent
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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
Flashlights and Fairy Tales
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Yurt
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Pajama Party
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Cabin
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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
MiniMystery
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Platform Tent
21
Wild Child
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Platform Tent
21
Adventure Treks:
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Yurt
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Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 29 Sun, June 24 – Fri, June 29
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Flashlights and Fairy Tales
Survival Games
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Lodging
Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug. 3
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Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 22
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Wed, June 13 – Fri, June 15
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Lodging
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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
DIY-namite
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Platform Tent
27
Endless Summer
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Platform Tent
35
Canyon Country Rocks & Rapids
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Established Camp Sites
31
Adventure Treks:
West Virginia Wilds
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Primitive Camp Sites
31
Counselor in Training 1
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Platform Tent
35
Ponytails
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Cabin
19
Tadpoles
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Lodge
19
Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
23
Trail Mix
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Yurt
24
Wizard Wonders
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Platform Tent
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I Heart Art
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Platform Tent
28
Crafty Critters
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Platform Tent
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Ponytails
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Cabin
19
Dr. Disaster’s Lab
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Platform Tent
23
Horse Lover
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Platform Tent
23
Junior Chef
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Lodge
24
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
35
Explorers
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Platform Tent
18
Ponytails
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Cabin
19
Art Explorer
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Platform Tent
22
Can You Dig It?
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Yurt
23
Junior Chef
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Lodge
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
29
Flashlights and Fairy Tales
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Yurt
17
Pajama Party
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Cabin
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
21
Adventure Treks:
Sun, Aug. 5 – Tue, Aug. 7
AT A GLANCE
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SUMMER
Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 13
Session Program Name
Grade Level Key: ● Daisies ● Brownies ● Juniors ● Cadettes ● Seniors & Ambassadors
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DAISIES BROWNIES camps for girls who have completed grades
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k-3
daisies and brownies MINI-SESSIONS for
Mini-sessions are a great way for first-time and younger campers to try out camp. During a three-day camp, you’ll spend up to three hours a day 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 alternate activities are always on hand.
2-3 Cowgirl Camp GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
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. You’ll spend a total of three hours down at the barn doing a combination of ground and in-saddle activities.
DATES:
Wed, June 13 – Fri, June 15, 2018 Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3, 2018 Sun, Aug. 5 – Tue, Aug. 7, 2018
K-3 Pajama Party
CABIN
YURT
NUMBER OF DAYS
Discover the magical side of camp! Use your imagination — and a little bit of pixie dust–to create a fantastical craft, build fairy houses with new friends, swim like a mermaid, and explore the enchanted forest on a hike to find magical creatures.
DATES:
Wed, June 13 – Fri, June 15, 2018 Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3, 2018 Sun, Aug. 5 – Tue, Aug. 7, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: 149 $200
SESSIONS: COST: 149 $200 GRADE COMPLETED
K-3 3 Flashlights and Fairy Tales GRADE COMPLETED
NUMBER OF DAYS
3
K-3 Splish Splash GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
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!
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 13 – Fri, June 15, 2018 Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3, 2018 Sun, Aug. 5 – Tue, Aug. 7, 2018
Wed, June 13 – Fri, June 15, 2018 Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3, 2018 Sun, Aug. 5 – Tue, Aug. 7, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: 149 $200
DATES:
SESSIONS: COST: 149 $200
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bROWNIE WEEK-LONG RESIDENT CAMP SESSIONS
Ready for a full week of outdoor adventure? During a week-long camp, you’ll spend up to three 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. Full-week sessions are not recommended for first-time campers.
2-3 Crafty Critters GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
6
2-3 Explorers GRADE COMPLETED
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 and experiment with clay, use recycled items to create a wind chime, and more.
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 30 – Fri, Aug. 4, 2018
Sun, July 22 – Fri, July 27, 2018
SESSION: COST: 7 $330
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NUMBER OF DAYS
DATES:
SESSION: COST: 8 $330
2-3 Princess in Training 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 self-rescue.
DATES:
Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 22, 2018
SESSION: COST: 2 $350
2-3 Ponytails GRADE COMPLETED
CABIN
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
2-3 Tadpoles GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
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.
Saddle up for cowgirl camp! Learn how to be DATES: safe around horses, how to pet and groom Sun, July 15 – Fri, July 20, 2018 them, and how to start and stop your horse SESSION: COST: all by yourself. You’ll spend a total of nine 6 $350 hours of combined ground and in-saddle lessons during your week at camp. Round out your week of western adventure with a GRADE NUMBER CABIN COMPLETED OF DAYS 6 cowgirl craft project, singing songs ‘round 2-3 the campfire, and helping to prepare your Slime Time own chuckwagon cookout. Is it magic or is it science? You be the DATES: judge at this sticky, slimy, and somewhat Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 22, 2018 silly session. Mix up slime, explode soda Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 13, 2018 geysers, make bouncy balls, explore Sun, July 15 – Fri, July 20, 2018 bubbleology, and experiment with tasty Sun, July 22 – Fri, July 27, 2018 science by making ice cream! Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug. 3, 2018
SESSIONS: COST:
25678 $350
DATES:
Sun, June 24 – Fri, June 29, 2018
SESSION: COST: 3 $330 19
JUNIORS
camps for girls who have completed grades 4-5
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MINI-SESSIONS for juniors
Mini-sessions are a wonderful way for first timers to try out camp. During a three-day camp, you’ll spend up to three hours a day 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.
4-5 Horseplay GRADE COMPLETED
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.
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Wed, June 13 – Fri, June 15, 2018 Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3, 2018 Sun, Aug. 5 – Tue, Aug. 7, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: 149 $200 PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
DATES:
Wed, June 13 – Fri, June 15, 2018 Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3, 2018 Sun, Aug. 5 – Tue, Aug. 7, 2018
4-5 MiniMystery
PLATFORM TENT
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:
GRADE COMPLETED
4-5 Wild Child GRADE COMPLETED
SESSIONS: COST: 149 $200 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 with clue cards to follow along as the mystery unravels. Bring your best acting skills, sleuthing senses, and your funny bone!
DATES:
Wed, June 13 – Fri, June 15, 2018 Sun, July 1 – Tue, July 3, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: 14 $200
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WEEK-LONG RESIDENT CAMP SESSIONS for juniors
Ready for a full week of outdoor adventure? During a week-long camp, you’ll spend up to three hours a day enjoying themed activities. The rest of your time is packed with exciting, traditional camp activities and group free-choice sessions, like swimming, arts and crafts, archery, and canoeing.
4-5 Art Explorer GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
6
4-5 Camp Half-Blood GRADE COMPLETED
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!
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 demigod skills are honed, seek out the oracle and accept your role in a quest, pitting good versus evil, in your chance to save the world.
DATES:
DATES:
SESSION: COST: 8 $330
SESSION: COST: 3 $330
Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug. 3, 2018
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NUMBER OF DAYS
Sun, June 24 – Fri, June 29, 2018
4-5 Can You Dig It? GRADE COMPLETED
YURT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Do fossils fascinate you? Do you dream of discovering ancient mysteries? Have you ever wondered how you’d stack up against a prehistoric creature? This is the camp for you! Learn about your favorite dinosaurs, create your own fossils, and bring archeology alive with a real-life dig!
DATES:
Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug. 3, 2018
SESSION: COST: 8 $350
4-5 Dr. Disaster’s Lab 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 22 – Fri, July 27
SESSION: COST: 7 $330
4-5 EcoChic GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
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.
4-5 Horse Lover GRADE COMPLETED
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 our 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 our 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 17 – Fri, June 22, 2018 Sun, June 24 – Fri, June 29, 2018 Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 13, 2018 Sun, July 15 – Fri, July 20, 2018 Sun, July 22 – Fri, July 27, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: 23567 $375
DATES:
Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 13, 2018
SESSION: COST: 5 $350 23
4-5 Stage Struck
FULL WEEK SESSIONS for juniors 4-5 Junior Chef GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
NUMBER OF DAYS
GRADE COMPLETED
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 and 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 22 – Fri, July 27, 2018 Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug. 3, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: 78 $350
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 24 – Fri, June 29, 2018
SESSION: COST: 3 $330
4-5 Trail Mix GRADE COMPLETED
YURT
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 17 – Fri, June 22, 2018 Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 13, 2018 Sun, July 15 – Fri, July 20, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: 256 $330
4-5 Wizard Wonders GRADE COMPLETED
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 15 – Fri, July 20, 2018
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SESSION: COST: 6 $330
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CADETTES
camps for girls who have completed grades 6-8
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CAMP SESSIONS for cadettes
Ready for a week of outdoor adventure? From chill spa retreats to high-flying adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Spend up to three 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.
6-8 Boots & Bridles GRADE COMPLETED
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.
DATES:
Sun, June 24 – Fri, June 29, 2018 Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug. 3, 2018
6-8 DIY-namite! GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
You’ll flip at this chance to make stylish, useful projects by refining your skills with a hammer, saw, and level. Create useful home-improvement projects to take home, and work with your group to build something cool for camp!
DATES:
Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 13, 2018
SESSION: COST: 5 $350
SESSIONS: COST: 38 $395
6-8 Culinary Camp GRADE COMPLETED
LODGE
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Budding foodies, bring your flair for flavor and your sensational senses to this culinary camp! Measure, mix, taste test, and experiment with taste 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.
DATES:
Sun, June 24 – Fri, June 29, 2018
SESSION: COST: 3 $350
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CAMP SESSIONS for cadettes 6-8 I Heart Art GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Being outside is a great way to spark your creativity! Explore different forms of creative GRADE NUMBER COMPLETED TENT OF DAYS 6 6-8 PLATFORM expression like painting, needle felting, wire sculpture, and collage artistry. Spend Leader in Action (LIA) time each day crafting your art projects to Think it might be cool to be a camp perfect your creations. counselor some day? Get an inside look DATES: at what it takes to be a good mentor Sun, July 15 – Fri, July 20, 2018 to younger girls. Learn leadership and : : communication skills, and still have plenty SESSION COST 6 $330 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 GRADE NUMBER YURT COMPLETED OF DAYS 6 6-8 in fun activities. This is the perfect mix of hanging out with your friends and trying out inSPAration a new leadership role at camp. This camp is totally about you! Your time DATES: to be creative. Your time to relax. Your Sun, July 22 – Fri, July 27, 2018 time to be you. Make cool recycled crafts, Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug. 3, 2018 learn relaxation techniques like yoga and aromatherapy, and mix up spa products, like SESSIONS: COST: 78 $330 sugar scrubs, cleansing masks, and fizzing bath bombs. Bring a good book because you’ll have extra time to chill out and enjoy the sunshine.
DATES:
Sun, July 22 – Fri, July 27, 2018
SESSION: COST: 7 $330
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6-8 Showtime! GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Take center stage with friends new and old as you brush up your acting skills with improv games. Design costumes, props, and sets and discover the art of stage makeup while writing a play to perform the final night of camp.
DATES:
6-8 Survival Games GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
6
Do you have a hunger for adventure? Spend time in training camp practicing SESSION: COST: plant identification, camouflage, navigation, 2 $330 target practice, and other important survival skills. On game day, put your skills to the GRADE NUMBER COMPLETED TENT OF DAYS 6 test in an epic challenge against other 6-8 PLATFORM Survival Games competitors — but watch Superhero Academy out for booby-traps and sabotage from It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a Girl Scout! other competitors, or maybe set some Create an alternate persona and design your traps of your own! Mentors will help guide own superhero logo. Hone your superpowers and prepare you (as well as watch out for by participating in activities like our team safety), but you’ll need skill, strategy, and challenge course and poolside rock wall. teamwork to win. Everyone will survive, but Head out on two academy field trips: go there can only be one victor! May the odds up, up, and away at a Supergirl-style zipline be ever in your favor. flying lesson, and practice leaping tall DATES: buildings in a single bound at a trampoline Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 22, 2018 park. Evildoers beware! Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 22, 2018
DATES:
Sun, July 29 – Fri, Aug 3, 2018
SESSION: COST: 8 $435
SESSION: COST: 2 $330
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ADVENTURE TREKS
camps for girls who have completed grades 6-11
Ready for the next big experience? 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
6-11 2018 2018: Allegheny Passage Rails & Trails GRADE COMPLETED
ESTABLISHED CAMPSITES
SUMMER
DATES:
Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 29, 2018
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. We’ll celebrate our trail victory with a ride on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.
8-11 2018 2018: Canyon Country Rocks & Rapids GRADE COMPLETED
ESTABLISHED CAMPSITES
UNov.T1, !2017 Registration lottery opens O D L O S Selections made Nov. 8, 2017 Deposit of $100 due by Nov. 17, 2017 for selected participants.
DATES:
Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 20, 2018
6-11 2018 2018: West Virginia Wilds PRIMITIVE CAMPSITES
$575 2–3
SUMMER
Set up base camp in Moab, Utah to explore the red rock cliffs, canyons, and out-of-this-world sandstone formations of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. 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. GRADE COMPLETED
SESSIONS: COST:
SESSIONS: COST: 5–6 $750
UNov.T1, !2017 DO Registration lottery opens L O S Selections made Nov. 8, 2017 Deposit of $500 due by Nov. 17, 2017 for selected participants.
SUMMER
DATES:
Head to wild and wonderful West Virginia for an action-packed adventure. Fuel your need for speed on a high-flying canopy zipline tour, cruise tree-lined trails on a mountain bike ride, rope up for an exhilarating day of rock climbing, and splash down on an adrenaline pumping whitewater rafting trip. Then head to the Dolly Sods Wilderness Area to experience nature at a slower pace on a multi-night backpacking trip.
Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 20, 2018
SESSIONS: COST: $700 5–6
T1, !2017 Registration lottery opens Nov. U O D L O S Selections made Nov. 8, 2017 Deposit of $100 due by Nov. 17, 2017 for selected participants.
6-11 2019 $650 2019: Boundary Waters Wilderness Voyage GRADE COMPLETED
PRIMITIVE CAMPSITES
SUMMER
ESTIMATED COST
REGISTRATION LOTTERY OPENS
Nov. 1, 2018
Crystal clear lakes, a stunning night sky, soaring eagles, and the haunting call of the loon are just some of what makes the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Minnesota one of the most sought-after wilderness areas in the world. Experienced guides will lead you on a five-day wilderness canoeing expedition that will challenge you to reach your potential in ways you never thought possible. Expect to sing and laugh as you paddle along rocky shorelines, portage around rapids, swim in the clear lakes, enjoy the serenity of a quiet evening campfire under a starry sky, and make friendships and memories to last a lifetime. After your wilderness trek, we’ll slip back into society with a visit to the Mall of America on the way home.
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8-11 2019 $650 2019: Laurel Highlands Backpacker GRADE COMPLETED
PRIMITIVE CAMPSITES
ESTIMATED COST
SUMMER
REGISTRATION LOTTERY OPENS
Nov. 1, 2018
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 filtering through dense hardwood canopy to the ridgeline vistas where you break for lunch. Make sure you pack a camera along with your sense of adventure!
8-11 2019 2019: National Park Rambler GRADE COMPLETED
ESTABLISHED CAMPSITES
SUMMER
ESTIMATED COST
$700
REGISTRATION LOTTERY OPENS
Nov. 1, 2018
Head out on a two-week road trip exploring our nation’s cultural and national treasures. Paddle the shores of Assateague Island National Seashore looking for wild ponies. Walk in the footsteps of European settlers and indigenous Powhatan people as you explore historic Jamestown. Hunt for waterfalls and wildlife in Shenandoah National Park and participate in a park service project to earn your Girl Scout Ranger patch.
6-11 2020: Eco Expedition GRADE COMPLETED
ESTABLISHED CAMPSITES
SUMMER
2020
ESTIMATED COST
$750
REGISTRATION LOTTERY OPENS
Nov. 1, 2019
Ace Adventure Resort in West Virginia will serve as our base camp as we explore some serious science along with sensational adventures. We’ll explore ecology while zipping through the trees on a canopy tour, geology while roping up for rock climbing, and hydrology while splashing down for some whitewater rafting.
6-11 2020 2020: Michigan Shores GRADE COMPLETED
PRIMITIVE CAMPSITES
SUMMER
ESTIMATED COST
$600
REGISTRATION LOTTERY OPENS
Nov. 1, 2019
Explore Michigan’s shores by land and lake. We’ll head north to the Upper Peninsula, stopping at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore along the way. Once on the U.P., we’ll hike to waterfalls, kayak the coast, and take a ferry to Isle Royale National Park where we’ll complete a multi-night backpacking trek.
8-11 2020: Surf Camp GRADE COMPLETED
ESTABLISHED CAMPSITES
SUMMER
2020
ESTIMATED COST
$750
REGISTRATION LOTTERY OPENS
Nov. 1, 2019
Head to the Outer Banks of North Carolina to take surfing and stand-up paddle board lessons, kayak through marshes and calm waters of the sound, explore giant sand dunes, camp and do yoga on the beach, and soak in the summer sun.
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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? 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.
How long will I be away from camp? 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? We provide all 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:
I have a grown-up that wants to come. Can they? Like resident camp, Adventure Treks are just for girls.
Sleeping Bags: The smaller the better. We pack gear for 12 people in each van. Smaller sleeping bags can help save space for things like coolers of food.
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.
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.
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. 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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9-11 Endless Summer 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 8 – Fri, July 13, 2018
SESSION: COST: 5 $330
9-11 Rapid Ascent GRADE COMPLETED
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
9-11 13 SESSION: COST: 7 $435 Counselor in Training 1* 10-11 13 (CIT1) Counselor in Training 2* Want to work at camp someday? In this (CIT2) fun, hands-on camp, you’ll go in-depth to GRADE COMPLETED
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
GRADE COMPLETED
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. 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 the two-week program.
PLATFORM TENT
NUMBER OF DAYS
DATES:
Continue building your leadership skills as you move another step closer to working at camp! Explore your strengths and passions, define your personal ethics, and get to know other 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.
SESSION: COST:
Sun, June 17 – Fri, June 29, 2018
Sun, July 8 – Fri, July 20, 2018 5–6 $435
DATES:
SESSION: COST: $330 2–3
*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.
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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 tenth 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.
program assistant
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.
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culinary 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.
unit assistant
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 application: 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
requirements:
CIT1: Must have completed ninth grade
CIT2: Must have completed
tenth grade, completion of CIT1 preferred
Camp Aide: Must have
completed tenth grade or CIT1 for most positions; must have completed CIT2 to work in camper units
Junior Counselors
applying for counselor in training (cit) or camp aide positions
registration:
considerations:
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.
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 3-12. 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.
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gsoh.org/camp
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CARE PACKAGES Show your camper you're thinking of her with a care package!
Order a care package when you register your girl online or submit the order form found in the Summer Camp Success Guide and confirmation materials. All items will be packaged in a free drawstring bag and sent to camp, waiting for your camper when she arrives. (Multiple care packages and items will be combined into one drawstring bag if ordered for the same week of camp.)
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camp essentials package
Prepare for summer exploring alongside friends — pack the essentials! Stay hydrated with a new water bottle, tie up your hair with a bandana, and light the way with an LED flashlight. And don’t forget the postcard! You’ll want to tell your family all about your camping capers.
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free time fun package
Get ready for extra fun in the sun. This collection will help you relax during downtime: cool temporary tattoo pens, a make-your-own paracord bracelet kit, firefly LED light, U-Fidget, and a sweet pair of shades!
$17 $25
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free draw string bag with purchase
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Camp Molly Lauman Care Packages must be ordered by
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ADD-ONS:
Add-ons can be bundled with a care package or purchased individually.
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camper t.shirt
Navy Heather “Campfires & Fireflies” T-shirt. Available in Youth Small – Adult XL for $13, 2X – 3X for $18.
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camp journal
The perfect place for campers to record all of their summer camp adventures and memories. This guided journal and activity book is chockfull of hilarious camp-inspired jokes, entertaining games, useful camper tips, and more. $12
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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. $22
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plush w olf
A 13-inch Ty® Beanie Boo is the perfect snuggle buddy for any camper. $12
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camp patch All girls receive a free patch for attending resident camp!
plush giraffe
A 13-inch Ty® Beanie Boo is the perfect snuggle buddy for any camper. $12
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CAMP MOLLY LAUMAN
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HOW TO REGISTER
Online registration begins at 9 a.m., Thursday, February 1, 2018 ⚬ 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 at gsoh.org or contact customercare@gsoh.org 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.) 2 $45 bus fee – due at time of registration. 3 $30 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. The bus fee is $45 for all bus stops. Pre-registration is required. Bus fees are paid at the time of registration.
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REGISTRATION FAQ
, 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 homepage. You'll find packing lists, forms that you will need to fill out, check-in and checkout 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 Erin Feinour efeinour@gsoh.org.
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, 2018. 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.
Council Headquarters
1700 Watermark Dr., Columbus, OH 43215 gsoh.org/camp 614-487-8101 • 800-621-7042
customercare@gsoh.org
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Don’t miss out on these super Saturday programs, jam-packed with action and adventure!
MORE OUTDOOR ADVENTURES 6-8 $15 GRADE COMPLETED
COST PER PERSON
Cadette Challenge
DATES:
Test your aim, communication, coordination, and teamwork at this fun-filled and adventurous day at camp. Go canoeing in the lake, practice teamwork on the low ropes challenge course, and complete your Archery badge.
TIME:
K-5 Outdoor Badge Bash GRADE COMPLETED
Brownies: • Letterboxer • Outdoor Art Creator • Hiker • Hear a Story Award • Love Water Award
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
$15
COST PER PERSON
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: • Clover Petal • Rosie Petal • Violet Petal • Between Earth And Sky Blue Bucket Award
Sat, June 16, 2018 Sat, June 30, 2018 Sat, July 21, 2018
DATES:
Sat, June 16, 2018 Sat, June 30, 2018 Sat, July 21, 2018
TIME:
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Juniors: • Geocacher • Outdoor Art Explorer • Flowers • Energize Award
2-8 Splash & Saddle GRADE COMPLETED
$20
COST PER PERSON
DATES:
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).
Grades 2-5: Sat, June 16, 2018 Sat, July 21, 2018 Grades 2-3 and 6-8: Sat, June 30, 2018
Limited adult spots are available. Non-participating adults are welcome to stay, TIME: but must pre-register for lunch if they wish to stay and watch ($5). 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
2-8 Troop Core Camp: Molly Lauman GRADE COMPLETED
$45
COST PER PERSON
DATES:
Fri, Aug. 3 –
Come to camp with your whole troop! Troops need to provide Sun, Aug. 5, 2018 adult supervision for their girls, but we provide the rest — program TIME: facilitators, song leaders, activity materials, meals, and a whole lot of fun! Try out slingshots or archery, crafts, swimming, scavenger hunts, 6:30 p.m. – 10 a.m. 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.
Troop Core Camp:
GRADE COMPLETED
Horseback 2-5 Add-on 42
PER Arena Lesson COST PERSON $5
Register for a 45-minute ride 9 a.m., 10 a.m., or 11 a.m.
GRADE COMPLETED
4-8
Trail Ride
COST PER PERSON
$10
Register for a 45-minute ride 2 p.m., 3 p.m., or 4 p.m.
Grades K-5
Grades 6-12
Are you tired of life in the muggle world? Experience an enchanting adventure at one of the many Outdoor Schools of Wizardry coming to GSOH this summer. Learn new skills as you read cookie crumbs, search for magical creatures, and mix potions along with your favorite traditional camp activities.
Share your wizarding talents with younger girls as you strengthen your outdoor skills and develop your own leadership styles. Build teamwork, learn practical problem solving, and enhance your song repertoire. Then pass on what you know to younger campers — they'll be spellbound by all you've learned!
Adults Spend a week of your summer making magic happen for campers by guiding them through the great outdoors. Training is provided and you’ll get one free camp session for a Girl Scout relative. Number of campers is directly tied to the number of adult volunteers, so your participation gives more girls a chance to experience camp’s charm.
Check out all the details at gsoh.org/day-camp 43
Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland Council, Inc. 1700 Watermark Drive Columbus, OH 43215-1097 614-487-8101 gsoh.org
NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID COLUMBUS, OH PERMIT NO. 3536