2024 Resident Camp Guide
GIRL SCOUTS OF OHIO’S HEARTLAND
Camp Molly Lauman: The Place You’ll Grow! Since 1929, Girl Scouts from across our council have spent their summers at Camp Molly Lauman. Girl Scout Resident Camp is the Place You’ll Grow – everyone can try new things, from learning independence, trying archery, building a campfire, and so much more. Growing up at Girl Scout camp gave me the confidence to grow from a nervous first-time camper into a confident leader and adventurer, and I am so grateful for those experiences! Whether it’s your first time at camp or you’re a seasoned pro, Camp Molly Lauman is the place for you. You’ll meet new friends and have adventures with counselors from around Ohio (and the world) who are there to help you have the best week ever. There are lots of camp themes, so you can choose a session that’s right for you – from explosive science experiments to learning new art skills, from channeling your inner pirate to learning about horseback riding, there is something for all ages. You can come for just a few days or a whole week—and you can come more than once! If you’re not a registered Girl Scout, that’s okay! All you need to do is pay a $30 membership fee in addition to camp registration costs. This will also allow you to participate in other activities with Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland through September 2024! We encourage you to talk with your family when deciding which session to attend—camp is most successful when campers and adults make the decision together. We can’t wait to welcome you to our home in the woods and discover what memories you’ll make. Yours in camp fun, Megan “Willow” Reardon Senior Program Manager, Resident Camp
Table of Contents All About Camp..........................................3 Registration Details....................................6 Camp at a Glance.......................................9 Mini Sessions............................................10 Daisies & Brownies..................................12 Juniors......................................................14 Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors.....16 Teen Leadership Opportunities..............18 Packing List..............................................19 More Camps & Adventure Treks.......20-21 Camp Care Kits........................................22 2
A Typical Day At Camp!
7:00 a.m
Rise and shine!
7:45 a.m.
Flag ceremony and announcements
8:00 a.m.
Breakfast
9:00 a.m.
Camp activities for your session!
12:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 p.m
Rest hour and mail delivery
2:30 p.m.
More activities, such as swimming or arts and crafts!
5:45 p.m.
Flag ceremony
6:00 p.m.
Dinner
7:00 p.m.
Hang out with your counselors to play sports such as gaga ball or relax!
7:30 p.m.
Evening activities, such as an all-camp scavenger hunt or campfire!
8:30-10:00 p.m.
Get ready for bed (time varies by age group)
Camp Activities Each camp has activities that relate to a special theme. Your counselors will have amazing activities planned for you when you arrive, but bring your own ideas too! You get to help plan the schedule for the camp week of your dreams. You might even earn a badge or two while you’re at it! All campers also have plenty of time to do traditional camp activities featuring:
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• Swimming • Arts and crafts • Exploring nature • Cooking a meal over the campfire • Singing songs • Playing games, and • Meeting friends old and new!
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Life in the Woods Campers live in a group with other girls who have signed up for the same program. Each unit has sleeping quarters for 16-24 campers, pit latrines, a hand washing station and a picnic shelter. Campers also have access to a private changing area in each unit if they wish to use it. Two central shower houses are available, which all campers have the option to use on each full day of camp. In case of severe weather, indoor lodges are available. We have four types of sleeping structures:
Platform tents are where most campers sleep. They are heavy canvas structures with wooden floors and four beds. Open flaps allow for light and ventilation.
Cabins have lights, screened windows and four beds. They have electricity, so you may want to bring a small plug in fan to help you stay cool.
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. Campers sleep on folding cots and have access to indoor bathrooms.
Camp Staff Camp staff come from around Ohio and the world! They go through a rigorous selection, screening and training process. Many staff members are aspiring teachers, outdoor educators, or medical professionals, and some are former campers, too! They work at camp because they love having fun and seeing your campers grow and thrive in the safe environment they help create.
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Except for campers who sleep in the lodge, staff members do not sleep in the same quarters as campers. Counselors stay in tents or cabins near the center of the unit where they can easily monitor everyone. At night, counselors will check to make sure that everyone is settling in, and often read stories or sing each tent to sleep. They are always in earshot and ready to help. Camp administrative staff will reach out if your camper is having any issues that you should be aware of!
What’s Cooking? Meals at camp are kid-friendly and healthy, and we can accommodate most common allergies and dietary restrictions. Most meals are served familystyle in the camp dining hall. Campers also enjoy campfire cookouts, where they’ll get to help plan the menu and prepare the meals. Typical meals include pizza, tacos, chicken nuggets and mac and cheese, French toast sticks and bacon, and lots more. There’s always a salad or breakfast bar available and a sandwich station too! Campers have access to fruit and snacks like pretzels or granola bars if they need a bit to eat between meals.
Camp Friends Forever!
Lone Wolf? Over half of our campers come on their own, so don’t worry if you sign up without a buddy! You’ll live with a group that signed up for the same session as you, so you’ll already have something in common. Camp counselors are great at helping everyone to get to know each other with fun games and activities. You’ll want to bring a notebook and pen to get contact info from your new buddies at the end of the week!
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Bring a Friend! You can request a 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. Buddy requests are made through the CampDoc system after registering for camp – more information can be found in our Resident Camp Success Guide. 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 camper in the tent/cabin feeling left out. After all, part of the fun of camp is meeting new friends! If you have more than one friend coming to camp with you, you’ll have plenty of time to hangout with them during your daytime activities. *Requests for multiple buddies will not be honored.
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Tiered Pricing We believe that every camper, regardless of financial circumstances, should have the opportunity to experience camp. While the cost to maintain camp continues to rise, we understand that families have different abilities to meet summer camp costs. For this reason, we use tiered pricing.
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Tier One closely reflects the full cost of camp, including staff expenses, property maintenance, program experiences and supplies, and food.
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Tier Two is a partially subsidized cost of camp, for families that can pay a little more, but not the full cost of camp.
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Tier Three is heavily subsidized through grants, the generosity of donors, and through participation in product programs.
Choose the tier that works best for you and your family. Fee choice is on the honor system and no financial documentation is required. All campers have the same experience regardless of the tier chosen, and camp staff has no knowledge of which tier their campers selected.
Financial Aid Financial assistance can be requested by visiting gsoh.org/residentcamp. Requests are processed on a first come, first served basis. We try to support as many campers as possible through our Financial Assistance program and therefore may not be able to honor your full request amount. A $50 deposit is required to reserve your space at camp. Financial assistance cannot be used to cover this deposit. Once your space is secured, you can make payments at your own pace from the time of registration until June 1 in your FAQ Webinar MyGS Account. Resident Camp 101 Wednesday, January 17th OR Tuesday, January 23rd 2024
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7:00-8:00 p.m. Register online using your MyGS account.
How to Register Online registration starts at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 7. Registration should be completed online via myGS. If you are unable to complete registration online, paper registration forms can be found online at gsoh.org/residentcamp. To register, head to gsoh.org, find myGS at the top right of the screen and login (or create an account if you haven’t already). Click on My Events, then Register for Another Event and search by name, date, or other criteria. Once you select a camp program, the system will walk you through the steps to register and check out. For additional help, please visit gsoh.org/activities for a step-by-step guide. Fees and due dates: • $50 non-refundable deposit – due at time of registration. ($100 to secure a spot in Adventure Treks.) • $50 bus fee – due at time of registration. • $30 membership fee (if not a currently registered Girl Scout) – due at time of registration. • Remaining balance – due on June 1 (May 1 for Adventure Treks). • Care package cost – due at time of order. • A late fee of $20 will be added to balances paid after the June 1 payment deadline (May 1 for Adventure Treks). • Complete all forms that you receive in your confirmation – due June 1. Have questions about camp registration? Scan the QR code to view our Resident Camp Registration FAQs or contact our customer care team at customercare@gsoh.org! Bus Transportation Hop on a bus ride to camp that’s fun for campers and easy for caregivers! Camp counselors supervise the bus ride and sing songs with campers as they make their way to camp! Your camper can catch the bus in Sunbury or at the Watermark office in Columbus. Exact bus stop locations and times are included in the Camp Success Guide, which can be found at gsoh.org/residentcamp. The bus fee is $50 for all bus stops. Pre-registration is required. Bus fees are paid at the time of registration.
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Want to Work at Camp? Camp Staff – Minimum Age 18 If you want to spend your summer laughing, singing, teaching, and being a professional role model, camp is the place for you! We’ve got jobs ranging from counselors to lifeguards to kitchen staff and more, with pay based on position and experience. It’s the perfect resume builder to enhance careers in fields as wide-ranging as education, healthcare, management, and more! Basic requirements are that you enjoy working with children, are at ease in an outdoor environment, and can work hard as a part of a diverse team. Staff lives on site at camp all summer, with time off on weekends. Employment dates are May 31-July 27. You’ll change lives – including your own!
Junior Staff Young adults who are 16 or older and have previously completed both CIT 1 and CIT 2 can apply to be a junior staff member! This paid opportunity is the ultimate leadership experience for high school students not yet old enough to become full-time staff members. Junior Staff must attend staff training from May 31-June 7 and work together with the camp director to set your schedule, selecting which weeks you’d like to work. Junior Staff should be able to commit to a minimum of three sessions during the summer.
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Prairie dock is one of our tallest native wildflowers. It has yellow, sunflower-like blossoms on stems that can grow to be taller than a school bus!
Camp at a Glance Grade Level Key: ● Daisies ● Brownies ● Juniors ● Cadettes ● Seniors ● Ambassadors
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Week
Program Name
Lodging
Pg.
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Lodge
10
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Lodge
10
Flashlights and Fairytales*
Pajama Party*
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Cabins
10
Pajama Party*
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Yurts
10
Splish Splash*
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Cabins
10
Molly Wonka*
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Lodge
10
Creek Stompers*
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Cabins
11
Holi-daze*
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Tents
11
Midnight Madness*
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Tents
11
H2, OH Yeah!*
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Tents
11
Girl Scout Sisters*
All
Tents or Yurts
11
Tents and Trailrides
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Tents
17
Brownie Bites
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Lodge
13
Summer Sleuths
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Tents
15
Lights, Camera, Action!
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Cabins
15
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Yurts
10
Holi-daze*
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Tents
11
Midnight Madness*
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Tents
11
Girl Scout Sisters*
All
Tents
11
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Lodge
12
Artrageous
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Yurts
16
CIT1 Training
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Tents
18
Creative Critters
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Yurts
12
Water Wonders
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Cabins
13
Junior Chef
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Lodge
15
Hero’s Quest
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Tents
15
Adventure Seekers
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Tents
17
Bear Creek Broadway
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Tents
16
Wild Things
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Cabins
12
Sunshine and Saddles
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Tents
14
Eco Chic
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Yurts
15 15
Boots and Bridles
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Lodge
12
Wonder Women
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Tents
14
A Pirate’s Life for Me
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Tents
14
I Heart Art
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Tents
Sizzle and Spice
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Lodge
17
Survival Games
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Tents
16
CIT2 Training
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Tents
18
*denotes a Mini Session **Session 4 is dedicated to the Troop Adventure Camp session, find more information on pg. 20.
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Sun., July 21-Fr., July 26
Splish Splash*
Sun., July 14-Fri., July 19
Flashlights and Fairytales*
Sun., June 16-Fri., June 21
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Lodging
Sun., June 23-Fr., June 28
2
Program Name
Mad Scientists
Sun., July 7-Fri., July 12
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Wed., June 12-Fri., June 14
Week
InSPAration
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Yurts
16
Off the Grid
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Tents
17
Endless Summer
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Tents
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Mini Sessions Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors Mini sessions are a great way for first-time and younger campers to try out camp. During a three-day camp, you’ll have fun with themed activities and get the chance to do classic camp activities too, such as swimming, cooking out, exploring nature, and singing silly songs around a campfire. Activities are weather dependent.
Flashlights and Fairytales Grade Completed: K–3 Number of Days: 3 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! ◾ Wed. June 12-Fri. June 14 ◾ Sun. July 14-Tue. July 16 Cost: Tier One: $405 Tier Two: $355 Tier Three: $305
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Pajama Party Grade Completed: 2–3 Number of Days: 3 Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the ultimate camp slumber party. Make a snuggly craft project for bedtime, rock your PJs at breakfast, explore the nocturnal world on a night hike, and stay up late eating popcorn, watching a movie under the stars! ◾ Wed. June 12-Fri. June 14 ◾ Sun. July 14-Tue. July 16 Cost: Tier One: $395 Tier Two: $345 Tier Three: $295
Splish Splash Grade Completed: K–3 Number of Days: 3 If you’re ready for some splash-tastic summer fun, dive into an aquatic camp adventure! Play water games, go creeking to explore water plants and animals, then splash around at the pool! ◾ Wed. June 12-Fri. June 14 ◾ Sun. July 14-Tue. July 16 Cost: Tier One: $395 Tier Two: $345 Tier Three: $295 NEW Molly Wonka ! Grade Completed: K–3 Number of Days: 3 Bring your imagination and your sweet tooth as you learn how to make your own candy, chocolate, ice cream and other treats! You’ll sample your concoctions and even take some home to share. There will still be time for a dip in the pool and a campfire under the stars! ◾ Wed. July 17-Fri. July 19 Cost: Tier One: $405 Tier Two: $355 Tier Three: $305
Creek Stompers Grade Completed: K–3 Number of Days: 3 Get dirty as you adventure to the creek to explore its ecosystem and discover the wildlife that lives there! You’ll go on a hike, make mud paint, look for fossils, and of course, wash off with a dip in the pool! ◾ Wed. July 17-Fri. July 19 Cost: Tier One: $395 Tier Two: $345 Tier Three: $295 NEW Holi-daze ! Grade Completed: 2–5 Number of Days: 3 Are you ready to party? Learn about holidays around the world as you celebrate your Unbirthday, trick-ortreat around camp, celebrate Holi with a color party, and lots more! ◾ Wed. June 12-Fri. June 14 ◾ Wed. July 17-Fri. July 19 Cost: Tier One: $390 Tier Two: $340 Tier Three: $285
Midnight Madness Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 3 Are you a night owl? Do you love to stay up late and have a sleep-in breakfast the next day? Then this is the camp for you! Go stargazing, have a glow-in-the-dark dance party, and spend your days doing traditional camp activities like archery and swimming. ◾ Wed. June 12-Fri. June 14 ◾ Sun. July 14-Tue. July 16 Cost: Tier One: $390 Tier Two: $340 Tier Three: $285
NEW H2, Oh Yeah! ! Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 3 Beat the heat with this session all about water. Spend the morning canoeing on the lake before taking your swim skills to the next level at the pool. Practice some strokes and learn new skills like snorkeling, water sports, and synchronized swimming! ◾ Wed. July 17-Fri. July 19 Cost: Tier One: $390 Tier Two: $340 Tier Three: $285 NEW Girl Scouts Sisters ! Grade Completed: K-12 Number of Days: 3 Camp is s’more fun with a sister by your side! Whether she’s your sister, your cousin, or your “Girl Scout” sister, come to camp with a buddy even if she’s in a different age group and experience all the Molly magic together! Complete team challenges, go for a swim, and make memories together under the stars. ◾ Wed. June 12-Fri. June 14 ◾ Sun. July 14-Tue. July 16 ◾ Wed. July 17-Fri. July 19 Cost: Tier One: $390 Tier Two: $340 Tier Three: $285
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Daisy & Brownie Sessions Camps for members who have completed K through 3rd grades. Ready for a full week of outdoor adventure? During a week-long camp, you’ll spend lots of time 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, games, creeking, and slingshotting. Creative Critters Grade Completed: K–3 Number of Days: 6 Are you an imaginative and artistic kid? Spend lots of time at Hodge Podge Lodge putting your creativity to the test as you paint, build, make and create your way to the Outdoor Art Creator badge. You’ll put on an art show for the rest of camp and still have time for swimming, cooking over a campfire, and more. ◾ Sun., June 23-Fri., June 28 Cost: Tier One: $585 Tier Two: $510 Tier Three: $435
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NEW Wild Things ! Grade Completed: K–3 Number of Days: 6 Learn all about the wildlife that calls Camp Molly Lauman home! You’ll discover creatures who live in the creek, hunt for insects, and learn about nocturnal animals. Make your own stuffed creature, meet a veterinarian, and make new friends with some special animal guests who will visit camp! ◾ Sun., July 7-Fri., July 12 Cost: Tier One: $585 Tier Two: $510 Tier Three: $435
Mad Scientists Grade Completed: 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, experiment with tasty science, and even launch a rocket. Who knows what you’ll discover? ◾ Sun., June 16-Fri., June 21 Cost: Tier One: $585 Tier Two: $510 Tier Three: $435 Boots and Bridles Grade Completed: 2–3 Number of Days: 6 Are you ready to try horseback riding for the first time? Take a field trip where you’ll spend two days riding and getting to know your new fourlegged friends at Misty Ridge Farms. You’ll spend one night off camp having a slumber party in a cabin with your counselors before heading back to Molly Lauman where you’ll swim, hike, cook a meal over the campfire, and more! ◾ Sun. June 16-Fri., June 21 Cost: Tier One: $665 Tier Two: $590 Tier Three: $515
Water Wonders Grade Completed: 2–3 Number of Days: 6 Are you part mermaid? Spend a fun-filled week frolicking in the pool, splashing in the creek, sliding down the slip-n-slide, making your own bubbles, and playing water games. In between polar bear breakfasts and twilight swims, you’ll get to explore everything else camp has to offer. ◾ Sun., June 23-Fri., June 28 Cost: Tier One: $585 Tier Two: $510 Tier Three: $435
Brownie Bites Grade Completed: 2–3 Number of Days: 6 During your delicious days at camp, learn the basics of baking — both inside and over the fire! You’ll whip together cookies and cakes, learn to knead bread, and even cook tasty treats to share with other groups! Campers will also take part in traditional camp activities, such as swimming, creeking, and arts and crafts. ◾ Sun., July 21-Fri., July 26 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
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Cardinal flower has bright, red flowers, and it gets its name from the male Cardinal bird, which is also bright red.
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Junior Sessions Camps for members who have completed 4th or 5th grades. Are you ready for a full week of outdoor adventure? During a week-long camp, you’ll spend lots of time enjoying themed activities. The rest of your time is packed with exciting, traditional camp activities and group free-choice sessions, such as swimming, arts and crafts, archery, and canoeing. Sunshine and Saddles Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Do you love spending time with horses, or want to give it a try? Take a field trip where you’ll spend three days riding and getting to know your new four-legged friends at Misty Ridge Farms. You’ll spend two nights off camp having a slumber party in a cabin with your counselors before heading back to Molly Lauman where there will still be time to swim and enjoy the magic around the campfire! ◾ Sun., July 7-Fri., July 12 Cost: Tier One: $705 Tier Two: $630 Tier Three: $555
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NEW A Pirate’s Life for Me ! Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Ahoy there, matey! Set your sails for adventure during this week of mischief and mayhem! Learn about treasure hunting through geocaching and metal detecting, learn some fencing moves, and design cardboard ships to sail across Big Bear Lake – and of course, make your counselors walk the plank! ◾ Sun. June 16-Fri., June 21 Cost: Tier One: $575 Tier Two: $500 Tier Three: $425
Wonder Women Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Get in touch with your inner superhero as you fight self-doubt and limitations. Challenge yourself to try new things like canoeing, archery, and wilderness survival skills before tackling the challenge course with added villains. Finally, take a day trip off camp for a high ropes course adventure! ◾ Sun., June 16-Fri.,June 21 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
Summer Sleuths Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Spend your week in a live action roleplay mystery! Find clues, solve puzzles, interview suspects, and more to solve a mystery on camp. In between your work as a detective, you’ll get to enjoy time off at the pool and other classic camp activities. Once you solve the mystery, you’ll also have finished all the steps to earn your Junior Detective badge! ◾ Sun. July 21-Fri. July 26 Cost: Tier One: $575 Tier Two: $500 Tier Three: $425
Hero’s Quest Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Do you love fantasy, mythology, and science fiction? Set off on a hero’s quest during this week of adventure! You’ll go stargazing to learn about Greek mythology, perfect your aim on the archery range, build teamwork and communication on the Challenge Course, and practice strategy as you complete your quest. ◾ Sun. June 23-Fri. June 28 Cost: Tier One: $575 Tier Two: $500 Tier Three: $425
I Heart Art Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Spend your week of camp learning new art skills. Sculpt with clay, try out new painting techniques, and customize your own sketchbooks. Between art projects, you’ll get to take a break at the pool, canoe on the lake, and put your talents to work completing a big project to make camp more beautiful! ◾ Sun. July 7-Fri. July 12 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
Eco Chic Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Chill out at camp this week while you make all-natural beauty products, upcycled jewelry and fashion, and new decorations for your room. Try out yoga, learn about plant care, and make your own aromatherapy tea with fresh herbs. Don’t forget to bring a book to read while you relax in our hammock village or at the pool! ◾ Sun., July 7-Fri., July 12 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
Lights, Camera, Action! Grade Completed: 4–5 Number of Days: 6 Do you love to perform? Work together with your unit to plan and prepare a performance for the rest of camp! You’ll learn about costume design, acting skills, set decorations, music theater, and more as you put together your production! ◾ Sun. July 21-Fri. July 26 Cost: Tier One: $585 Tier Two: $510 Tier Three: $435
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Junior Chef Grade Completed: 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! Sample flavors from around the world with international counselors and prepare dishes to serve to the rest of the campers. Decorate your own chef’s apron to take home along with all your new recipes! ◾ Sun., June 23-Fri., June 28 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
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Cadette, Senior & Ambassador Sessions Camps for members who have completed 6th through 11th grade. Ready for a week of outdoor adventure? Spend lots of time doing themed activities and camp classics planned together by you and your counselors, such as archery, spa mixology, slacklining, challenge course, and yoga. Choose your adventure from these amazing week-long camps.
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NEW InSPAration ! Grade Completed: 6–8 Number of Days: 6 This week at camp is all about you! It’s your time to relax, be creative, and be yourself. You’ll learn strategies for self care as you plan delicious and healthy meals, pamper yourself with DIY spa treatments, and try out fun ways to exercise like yoga and Zumba. Be sure to bring your favorite books and board games to relax in our hammock village or by the pool. ◾ Sun. July 21-Fri. July 26 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
Artrageous Grade Completed: 6–11 Number of Days: 6 Being outside is a great way to spark your creativity! Spend time with other campers and counselors who love art as you explore different forms of artistic expression, like painting, sculpture, embroidery, and collage. Personalize your own sketchbook to take home and complete a service project using your art skills to paint a camp mural! ◾ Sun. June 16-Fri., June 21 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
Survival Games Grade Completed: 6–8 Number of Days: 6 Do you have a hunger for adventure? Spend time in training practicing fire building, navigation, target practice and other important survival skills. On game day, put your skills to the test in an epic challenge against other competitors. May the odds be ever in your favor! ◾ Sun., July 7-Fri., July 12 Cost: Tier One: $575 Tier Two: $500 Tier Three: $425
EW Bear Creek Broadway ! Grade Completed: 6–11 Number of Days: 6 Take your skills to the next level this week as you explore your love of theater! You’ll learn about stage makeup, practice choreography, and watch your favorite musicals under the stars. Then, work together with your fellow campers to plan and perform a production for the rest of camp! ◾ Sun. June 23-Fri., June 28 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
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Adventure Seekers Grade Completed: 6–11 Number of Days: 6 Do you love the thrill of adventure? At camp, try out archery and hatchet throwing, go canoeing with a twist, complete the Challenge Course, and learn about orienteering as you explore Molly Lauman. Then, set off on an adventure where you camp out with your counselors and spent two days complete an epic zipline course and chasing thrills on King’s Island’s roller coasters! ◾ Sun. June 23-Fri., June 28 Cost: Tier One: $645 Tier Two: $570 Tier Three: $495 Sizzle and Spice Grade Completed: 6–11 Number of Days: 6 Take your cooking and baking skills to the next level as you whip up culinary creations both in the kitchen and over the campfire! You decide what you’d like to learn as you sample recipes from around the world, bake treats worthy of a gourmet restaurant, and complete in a camp “Chopped” challenge where you get creative with crazy ingredients! ◾ Sun. July 7-Fri. July 12 Cost: Tier One: $615 Tier Two: $540 Tier Three: $465
Endless Summer Grade Completed: 9–11 Number of Days: 6 Squeeze all the adventure and memories you can into this week at your home in the woods. It’s all about what you want to do! Meet virtually with camp staff before your session starts to share your dreams for the perfect week at camp – whether it’s guest speakers, field trips, or the camp activity of your dreams, this week is yours. You’ll be able to plan your own schedule, whether it’s relaxing by the pool, exploring new corners of camp, or just being a kid at heart with counselors who love to do the same! ◾ Sun. July 21-Fri. July 26 Cost: Tier One: $575 Tier Two: $500 Tier Three: $425 2024 Resident Camp Guide
Tents and Trailrides Grade Completed: 6–11 Number of Days: 6 Do you love spending time with horses, or want to give it a try? Travel to Misty Ridge Farms, where you’ll learn the basics of riding and horse care as you spend three days living on the farm with the horses. You’ll pitch tents, cook over the campfire, and make lots of new friends (with both two legs and four)! ◾ Sun. July 14- Fri. July 19 Cost: Tier One: $665 Tier Two: $590 Tier Three: $515
Off the Grid Grade Completed: 6–11 Number of Days: 6 Take your camping skills to the next level! Get ready for your adventure at camp as you plan your meals and practice setting up camp. Learn backpacking basics like how to load your pack and filter water. Then, set off primitive camping in beautiful Hocking Hills. You’ll spend two days exploring new trails to caves and waterfalls, cooking your meals, and trying a high ropes course challenge! You’ll head back to camp in time to swim, throw hatchets and sing your heart out at closing campfire. ◾ Sun. July 21-Fri. July 26 Cost: Tier One: $645 Tier Two: $570 Tier Three: $495
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Teen Leadership Programs Counselor in Training 1* (CIT 1) Grade Completed: 9–11 Number of Days: 8 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 be 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 program. ◾ Sun., June 16-Sun., June 23 Cost: Tier One: $545 Tier Two: $470 Tier Three: $395 CIT1 Details Requirements: You have must have completed ninth grade. Cost: $50 deposit, plus the remaining program fee based on the tier selected. Registration: To participate in the CIT1 program, simply register for the program. *Participation in the CIT1 or CIT2 program does not guarantee future employment
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Counselor in Training 2* (CIT 2) Grade Completed: 10–11 Number of Days: 8 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. You’ll spend the weekend on an out-ofcamp camping trip and receive your CIT2 pin at a fireside ceremony at the end of this program. ◾ Sun. July 7- Fri. July 19 Cost: Tier One: $660 Tier Two: $585 Tier Three: $510 CIT2 Details Requirements: You must have completed the 10th grade and have completed the CIT 1. Cost: $50 deposit, plus remaining program fee based on tier selected.
Gear Up: What to Pack We want your camper to be ready to go for all activities regardless of the what the weather at Camp Molly Lauman. Below you can find our recommended guide for packing your camper’s week of supplies. For a printable version, scan the QR code at the bottom of the page. Clothing: � Shorts (1 for each day). � Short-sleeved shirts (1 for each day) (Sleeveless shirts are not recommended. Do not pack spaghetti strapped tops or halters.). � Lightweight jacket or hoodie. � Rain jacket or poncho (1). � Long pants (1-2 pairs). � Underwear/bras/socks (1 for each day, plus at least 1 extra). � Pajamas (1). � Shower shoes/sandals (1 pair). � Sturdy shoes (2 pairs) (No open toe, clogs or sandals). � Water shoes (1 pair). � Swimsuit (1-2) (no string bikinis). Bedding and linens: � Twin size fitted sheet. � Sleeping bag. � Pillow and pillow case. � Towel (2) (One for bathing and one for the pool.).
Other required items: � Brimmed hat (1). � Bandana (1-2). � Flashlight and extra batteries. � Water bottle. � Mess kit and dunk bag. � Laundry bag or extra pillow case. � Backpack. DO NOT PACK: - Cell phones or tablets. - Food, gum, or candy (it invites critters). - Unsuitable clothing (strapless/ thin-strapped tops or string bikinis). - Anything valuable/sentimental (such as jewelry). - Firearms, explosives, weapons, alcohol, tobacco or other illegal substances. Printable packing list.
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Personal care: � Prescription medicines — in original container (packed separately). � Toothbrush and toothpaste. � Shampoo, conditioner and soap/body wash. � Deodorant.* � Sunscreen.* � Bug spray.* � Lip balm.
� Feminine hygiene products (if needed). � Shower bag or caddy to carry items to the shower house. � Washcloth, loofah or bath poof. � Hair Brush, comb and ponytail holders. *Do not bring aerosol sprays. Aerosol eats through the waterproofing and canvas of our tents.
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More Camp Adventures! Whether you’re not quite ready for Resident Camp or wanting more, these opportunities are a great way to experience camp with the comfort of having your family or troop by your side. Troop Adventure Camp All Ages Come to camp with your whole troop! Troops need to provide adult supervision for their girls, but we provide the rest! Our camp staff will prepare delicious meals, lead songs and games, and facilitate a host of activities for your troop to choose, from arts and crafts to slingshots and archery to canoeing and more! ◾ Sun., June 30-Tues., July 2 Cost: Per person: $95 Cabin upgrade: $10 Yurt upgrade: $20
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Family Camp All Ages Bring your whole family to camp for an adventure! From grandma to your little brother, there’s room at camp for everyone! Try activities like hatchet throwing*, campfire cooking, creeking, and more. We’ll provide the tasty meals and campfire songs you’ll be singing the whole way home! All family groups must have at least one registered Girl Scout in Grades K-11. ◾ Fri., June 21-Sun., June 23 Cost: Per person: $60 Under 4: $25 Cabin upgrade: $10 Yurt upgrade: $20 *some activities include age requirements
Family Color Wars All Ages Get ready for an epic competition! You’ll receive a confirmation in June of what color team your family group has been assigned so you can come to camp ready to represent your color! Everyone will have a blast, but only one team can be crowned the Color Wars Champions at Saturday night’s closing campfire! ◾ Fri., July 19-Sun., July 21 Cost: Per person: $60 Under 4: $25 Cabin upgrade: $10 Yurt upgrade: $20 Me & My Pal All Ages Come spend one night at camp with your favorite grown up! Whether it’s a parent, aunt or uncle, or another adult bestie, you’ll be sure to have a great time as you roast s’mores, sing around the campfire, swim together, and choose new activities to try! ◾ Fri., June 28-Sat., June 29 Cost: Per person: $45 Cabin upgrade: $10 Yurt upgrade: $20
Adventure Treks Ready for the next BIG thing? Adventure Treks are similar to the resident camp experience you know and love, amped up with some exciting new experiences. Big trips, challenges, new friendships, and more - Aventure Treks have it all! Outdoor Explorer West Virginia This weeklong adventure takes travelers through a variety of outdoor activities at ACE Adventure Resort. These include white water rafting, rock climbing, mountain biking, and more! This trip will be the outdoor adventure of a lifetime. The trip will depart from Camp Molly Lauman and conclude in Columbus, OH. ◾ Sun., June 16 - Sun., June 23, 2024 Cost: $850 per person and includes transportation, lodging, meals, and activities.
Life on the Trail: Appalachian Adventure Spend 4 days and 3 nights backpacking and camping on the Appalachian Trail in Tennessee. Learn essential skills like trailside cooking, water purification, and hiking. Sleep out under the stars every night! After backpacking, wrap up the experience with some sightseeing at local attractions. You’ll spend the rest of the week at Camp Molly Lauman enjoying traditional resident camp activities. Travelers must be at least 13 years old at the time of travel (with exceptions) and may be required to come prepared with specialized camping gear, which will be communicated in early 2024. ◾ Sun., July 14-Sun., July 21, 2024 Cost: $850 per person and includes transportation, lodging, meals, and activities.
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White Trillium is the Ohio’s official state wild flower! It’s a white flower with three petals, and it’s seeds are spread by ants.
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$35 Camp Care Kits Show your camper that you are thinking of them this summer with a care package! Order a care package when you register your camper online or contact the Girl Scout Shop in Columbus to take your order. You can call us at 614-487-8101 or email us at girlscoutshop@gsoh.org. Camp Essentials Kit: $35 Do you need some essentials to help with your summer of exploring? Well we have the kit for you. The Camp Essentials Kit comes with a backpack, water bottle, and bandana customized with our Girl Scout logo. *Colors subject to change. Resident Camp packages must be ordered by May 24, 2024. After this date, availability is not guaranteed.
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Care Kit Add-ons 1 Deer Plush $7 This sweet 8” deer plush is sure to put a smile on your face while you snooze in your sleeping bag. 2 Scrunchie $6 Share your love for camp while keeping your locks in check by wearing a scrunchie with tents and campfires.
3 Mess Kit $18 For the meals your camper will be preparing. Kit includes plate, bowl, mug and cutlery, packaged in a mesh bag for drying purposes. 4 Racoon Plush $14 A 12” racoon plush filled with silliness is the perfect bunk companion at resident camp this year!
Registration opens February 7, 2024.
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