2019 Summer Camp Guide

SUMMER CAMP 2019

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Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada’s resident camp, Camp Wasiu II, is a beautiful and magical place where girls have the opportunity to learn new skills, grow as an individual, make new friends, and create lifelong memories. Adventure, wonder, and imagination thrive here.

Dear camp family...

All year long, we are surrounded by technology that consumes our time whether it’s for entertainment, school, or work. Come unplug and unwind and explore the great outdoors with us. No outlet, no problem! Camp is powered by positive energy, smiles, laughter and a little camp magic.

Our 2019 summer camp guide is full of some amazing outdoor programs and adventures for girls, troops and families. Come one, come all—your family is welcome here. There are programs for the artsy, for the imaginative, for the nature lovers, and for the outdoorsy—there is something for everyone. Sit down with your girls, grab a pen and find what inspires you. Check out our weeklong residential camp sessions, weekend programs, one-day programs, and leadership opportunities.

Come gather around the campfire, sing songs, tells stories and roast marshmallows. Sleep under the stars, hike through fields of trees and wildflowers, or paddle across the depths of the lake. Our camp program is girl-led; girls will get to help plan their camp program and make decisions about what they would like to do during their time here at Wasiu II. Our girl-only supportive and positive environment fosters self-confidence and independence because it gives girls the opportunity to explore who they are and try new things in a judgement-free zone.

I’m looking forward to seeing what this summer has in store and sharing our camp magic with you all!

Yours in Camp,

Kelly “Jester” Carman Camp Director

Camp is open to ALL girls!

You don’t have to be a Girl Scout to get in on the camp fun!

Find out more at gssn.org/camp

ACA Camp Accredited Camp Wasiu II is proudly accredited by the American Camp Association. This means that our camp complies with 300 industry-established standards in health, safety, program, and camp administration. For more information about what camp accreditation means to you and your camper, visit campparents.org/funsafety.

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Camp Wasiu II OVERNIGHT CAMP

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SESSION

DATES

DAYS

Camp Meet & Greet

February 3 & April 14

Camp Opening Weekend

June 7-9

1-3

Camp Wasiu II Open House

June 16

1

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) I

June 16–28

13

Advanced CIT

July 7-12

13

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) II

July 14-26

13

Session 1A

June 16-21

6

Session 1B

June 16-28

13

Session 2

June 23-28

6

Weekend 1

June 28-30

3

Session 3A

July 7-12

6

Weekend 2

July 12-14

3

Session 3B

July 7-19

13

Session 4A

July 14-19

6

Weekend 3

July 19-21

3

Session 4B

July 14-26

13

Session 5

July 21-26

6

Weekend 4

August 23-25

3

Weekend 5

September 6-8

3

Camp Closing Weekend

September 27-29

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Early camp registration discounts are available for six-day and thirteen-day sessions. See program descriptions for details.

Campers who register by March 31 will also be entered to win a $25 gift certificate to the Trading Post (camp store) at Camp Wasiu II.

Register Online! gssn.org/activities

One-Day Programs & Older Girl Excursions

Locations

SESSION

LEVEL DATES

DAYS

Give a Hoot, Don’t Pollute

D

July 1

1

Butterflies, Bugs & Beetles

B

July 2

1

Wild Horse & Burro Extravaganza

J

July 3

1

Volcanic Adventure

CSA

July 25-27

3

Birds, Bees, & Trees

D

July 29

1

Go Green, Help Clean

B

July 30

1

It’s Go Time

J

July 31

1

Midnight Madness

CSA

August 1-2

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Camp Wasiu II 1901 Packer Lake Road Sierra City, CA 96125 One-Day Programs & Older Girl Excursions Based out of the GSSN Service Center 605 Washington Street Reno, NV 89503

*Registration deadlines are 2.5 weeks before a session starts.

Register early - camp fills quickly!

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Camp Meet & Greet FEBRUARY 3 OR APRIL 14, 11AM – 2PM Cost: FREE! GSSN Reno Service Center 605 Washington Street Reno, NV 89503 New to camp? This is the event for you! Join us at the Camp Wasiu II Meet & Greet for a chance to meet local camp staff, see our camp slide show, ask lots of questions, and learn about all of the amazing fun your camper will have this summer.

Presentations will begin every 30 minutes.

Registration is not required for this event. All attendees at the Camp Meet & Greet will be entered into a drawing for a sweet Camp Wasiu II swag pack!

Camp Wasiu II Open House JUNE 16 10AM – 12PM Cost: FREE! Registration deadline: June 1 Camp Wasiu II 1901 Packer Lake Road Sierra City, CA 96125 Join us for our Open House to explore all of the wonderful things that Camp Wasiu II has to offer. Learn more about our summer camp programs, have a camp tour, and meet our awesome camp counselors from around the world.

Please note that for the safety and security of our campers, camp tours are not available on drop-off or pick-up days during the summer sessions.

Camp Volunteers Needed Join us to make a difference at Camp Wasiu II! During Camp Opening and Closing Weekends we rely on the help of volunteers to make sure that our camp property is ready for campers in the summer and to close camp before the snow rolls in. Volunteers of all ages are invited to join us with camp opening and closing and help with the many tasks that need to be done. We especially love folks who have carpentry, plumbing, electrical, roofing, or painting skills. All meals and accommodations are provided for free during your stay. Come for one day, all weekend, or anywhere in between.

These are great service opportunities for troop and families. More than 1,000 local youth will benefit directly from your hard work and dedication. Visit gssn.org/activities to sign up today!

Camp Opening

Camp Closing

JUNE 7-9 Help us prepare Camp Wasiu II for a busy summer!

SEPTEMBER 27-29 Help us close Camp Wasiu II for the snowy winter ahead!

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Join our camp staff team Want to change the life of a child this summer?

If you love the outdoors and are passionate about empowering girls and young women, we want you to join our camp staff team!

In addition to salaries, all camp staff members receive: • Free lodging • Free meals • Opportunities to enjoy the pool, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding • Opportunities to participate in archery programs and training • First-Aid/CPR certification • Hundreds of miles of hiking trails • Teambuilding and leadership opportunities Summer 2019 dates of employment are June 8 – July 26 for most positions.

Visit gssn.org/careers for a list of available positions, job descriptions, and application instructions. Apply today!

Host Families Wanted Is your family interested in learning about other cultures and countries? Last summer, our staff hailed from Australia, Turkey, and the UK, as well as all over the United States. We’re now looking for volunteers in the Reno/Sparks area to host our wonderful summer 2019 staff!

Hosting dates are June 3 – June 9, June 30 – July 5, and/or July 26 – August 3 (preference will be given to families that can host the entire time period.)

Host families provide a sleeping space, meals, and daily transportation to/from the GSSN Reno Service Center for our one-day outdoor programs and older girl excursions.

To request a host family application, please email us at girlscouts@gssn.org today!

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Rent Camp Wasiu II Want to turn your upcoming Girl Scout event into an amazing outdoor experience? Rent Camp Wasiu II! Our camp rental fees offer affordable rates for Girl Scout troops, Girl Scout service units, and non-profit groups.

Individual tent units at camp are available for rental so groups are able to rent only the beds they need. Camp Wasiu II can accommodate up to 165 people. We can even provide great meals and fun activities such as swimming, archery, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing on select dates! Camp rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Full Service Rentals Includes options for food service & programming.

June 21 – June 23 July 1 – July 7

Lodging-Only* Rentals August 10 – August 22 August 25 – September 5 September 8 – September 26 *Meals and programming may be available for groups of 50+ depending on staff and volunteer availability.

For more information about pricing and availability, contact us at girlscouts@gssn.org or 775-322-0642.

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Outdoor Badge s Did you know that our programs at Camp Wasiu II include lots of activities that will help your girl earn Girl Scout badges? At the end of each session your camper will be sent home with a badge documentation sheet that will show you which badge activities they completed during their program. This summer we’re excited to include activities from the new Girl’s Choice Outdoor Badges!

Brownies (Grades 2-3): Outdoor Art Creator, Outdoor Adventurer Juniors (Grades 4-5)*: Outdoor Art Explorer Cadettes (Grades 6-8): Outdoor Art Apprentice, Archery Seniors (Grades 9-10): Outdoor Art Expert, Paddling Ambassadors (Grades 11-12): Outdoor Art Master, Ultimate Recreation Challenge *The Junior Outdoor Badge is Horseback Riding. We don’t have horses at Camp Wasiu II, but we offer lots of other incredible outdoor activities for this age level.

Get Outdoors Challenge In March, Girl Scouts will be celebrating our 107th birthday and Girl Scout Week with a Get Outdoors Challenge. All contestants will be entered to win an awesome Camp Wasiu II swag pack! Submit your photo by March 16 to participate.

Step 1: Plan a visit to your favorite outdoor spot with your family and/or friends during Girl Scout Week (March 10 – 16). It can be a local park, your favorite hiking trail – anywhere you love to be outside.

Step 2: Have an awesome outdoor adventure!

Step 3: Get a photo of you holding this Summer 2019 Camp Guide in your favorite outdoor spot.

Step 4: Send and share by March 16! Email us your photo at girlscouts@gssn.org to enter, then share your photo on Facebook with the hashtag #GetOutdoors.

Not yet a Girl Scout?

Not to worry - camp is open to all girls!

Find out more at gssn.org/camp

Win an exclusive outdoor adventure for your troop Have your girls been to Camp Wasiu II before? Think that other girls should get in on the fun? Troops who host camp parties between February 1 and April 30 will be entered to win an exclusive outdoor adventure for their troop. Contact us at girlscouts@gssn.org to schedule your party today!

Step 1: Invite friends, neighbors, troop members, and/or relatives to your camp party to learn more about Camp Wasiu II. Step 2: A GSSN staff member will join your party via webcam (or in person, depending on location and staff availability) to share information about Girl Scout summer camp and answer questions.

Step 3: Get your Girl Scouts and their friends signed up for a session of summer camp. Troops who host a camp party and have at least 2 girls signed up for a session of resident camp by May 31, 2019 will be entered into a drawing for an exclusive outdoor adventure hosted by GSSN in Fall 2019.

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HIKE SWIM CAMP STARGAZE CANOE AIM CREATE SING COOK PADDLEBOARD LAUGH

Camp Wasiu II OVERNIGHT CAMP IN THE SIERRA NEVADAS

Camp Theme s Throughout the summer we have awesome all-camp theme days and games that bring a special flair to each week of camp. We encourage you to bring fun clothing or bling that matches your week’s theme so you’re ready to party with us.

JUNE 16 – 21

JULY 14 – 19

Circus

Once Upon a Time

Step right up! Try out some carnival games and get your face painted. Join us for the greatest show on earth Camp Wasiu II style.

JUNE 23 – 28

Gameshow

Come on down, you’re the next contestant on the new fabulous Camp Wasiu II gameshow! You may be selected to represent your team and compete in the ultimate gameshow.

Every story has an adventure!

Whether it’s Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, the Hunger Games, or Lord of the Rings, this week you will be the main character in your very own story!

JULY 21 – 26

Treasure Island

Pack your treasure map because we’re sailing on the SS Wasiu II! Beware of pirates, they’ll be looking to steal your loot…or maybe, you’re the pirate?

JULY 7 – JULY 12

Mythology

Turn your bedsheet into a toga because we’re going back in time and partying at Mount Olympus; but beware of fire-breathing dragons, sea monsters, and sphinxes!

DON’T FORGET! PACK YOUR FUNKY KNEE-HIGH SOCKS FOR TALL SOCK TUESDAY EACH WEEK!

ENTERING GRADES 2-3

Brownie Programs

SESSION

PROGRAM

DATES

1A

Wild About Art

June 16-21

2

Little Wanderers

June 23-28

3A

Enchanted Forest

July 7-12

4A

Wilderness Explorers

July 14-19

5

Baby Sharks

July 21-26

WILD ABOUT ART Session 1A: June 16-21 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: May 30

If you love to paint, draw, and explore your creative side, then this program is for you. Tie-dye, create your own jewelry, make pinecone monsters, and lots more! You’ll even get to display your creations in your very own art gallery show. Get creative and show off your artsy side!

LITTLE WANDERERS Session 2: June 23-28 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration Deadline: June 6 All around Camp Wasiu II are beautiful trees, lakes, and mountains filled with cute furry animal friends—so let’s wander! Catch little water creatures in the lake, learn about the different birds that live at camp, and explore the natural habitats of our woodland creatures. You’ll even have the opportunity to be a wild thing and build a fort in the woods and sleep out under the stars!

ARE YOU READY FOR CAMP? TAKE THE QUIZ ON PAGE 19.

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ENCHANTED FOREST Session 3A: July 7-12 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 20 Venture to the far, far away land of Camp Wasiu II where anything is possible! Search for fairies in Faerie Glen and canoe through the mystical mermaid waters at Packer Lake. Be a fearless princess that battles her own dragons and saves the day with her trusty bow and arrow.

WILDERNESS EXPLORERS Session 4A: July 14-19 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 27 Be a friend to all, be it fish, plant, or tiny mole! Explore the wild all around us and learn basic outdoor survival skills such as fire building, shelter building, and navigating with a compass. Take your adventure to the next level and go on the ultimate creek hike and make creek paint. You’ll even get to camp out in a remote area at camp! Splash, caw, roar!

BABY SHARKS Session 5: July 21-26 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 4 Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo! Make a shark fin and channel your inner fish. Spend extra time splashing around the pool with friends. Paddle across Packer Lake in a canoe in search of mermaids, sharks, and other legends of the deep. Go on a creek-walk adventure and even explore some local lakes!

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES 11

ENTERING GRADES 4-5

Junior Programs

SESSION

PROGRAMS

DATES

1A

Camp Half Blood Into the Wild

June 16-21

Session 2: June 23-28

2

Art Explorers S.P.E.W

June 23-28

3A

Space Jam

July 7-12

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 6

4A

Surf’s Up Broadway Bound

July 14-19

5

Weird in the Woods Survivor

July 21-26

CAMP HALF-BLOOD

ART EXPLORERS

Explore and create different kinds of art! Repurpose materials into a beautiful recycled masterpiece, fashion your own duct tape accessories, and get messy with some splatter paint. If love to paint, sculpt, and draw this is the program for you! You’ll even get to display your work in an art gallery showing!

Session 1A: June 16-21

S.P.E.W.

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: May 30

Session 2: June 23-28

Percy, Annabelle, and Clarissa invite you to Camp Half-Blood—a training camp for young heroines and demigoddesses just like you! Get ready for an epic week of adventures, including fire building, camouflage, archery, shelter building, and so much more. You’ll enjoy extra time at the archery course and even get to go to the low ropes challenge course (usually grade 6 and up)!

INTO THE WILD

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 6 Join Hermione and become a member of S.P.E.W., the Society for the Promotion of Elvish Welfare! Let’s explore the how creatures and muggles coexist and see if we can help! And just like our brilliant heroine, take classes in Care of Magical (and nonmagical) creatures, potions, and even Defense Against the Dark Arts. So come and take a seat under our sorting hat.

Session 1A: June 16-21

SPACE JAM

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration Deadline: May 30

Session 3A: July 7-12

Rather spend your time exploring and tracking animals?

Head into the wild to blaze trails, identify plants, and search for wildlife! On this epic adventure, spend your days exploring Packer Creek and discovering new trails at Camp Wasiu II. Learn about the different creatures that live here from the littlest worm to sneaky crawfish and stellar jays to friendly deer, and more!

DON’T KNOW WHAT TO PACK? CHECK OUT PAGE 19 FOR ALL THE ESSENTIALS!

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Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 20 A long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away the mighty Tune Squad came under alien invasion…again!

Unfortunately, athletic contests and magical water will not work. So search the stars for answers, create odd little inventions and experiments, and test your chemistry skills because they need your help. Get science-y, get messy, and save the universe!

SURF’S UP

WEIRD IN THE WOODS

Session 4A: July 14-19

Session 5: July 21-26

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 27

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 4

Paddle. Paddle. Paddle. Jump, splash, swim! Get ready for an action-packed session revolving around water.

Race canoes across the lake, test your balance on a stand-up paddleboard, or have a cannonball contest at the pool. You’ll even have the chance to explore some of our many local lakes. The possibilities are endless, but one thing is for sure—don’t forget your towel!

You never know what your next adventure is going to be, but you can count on one thing—it’ll be weird!

Make natural face paint, dress up as a gnome, and design an apple Olympian. You can make up songs about dinosaurs, have random dance parties, and even create your own natural mini-golf course. The only limit is your imagination—if you dream it, we’ll do it! Let’s get weird in the woods!

BROADWAY BOUND Session 4A: July 14-19

SURVIVOR

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 27

Session 5: July 21-26

Let your star power shine! Write the lines, design the costumes, make the props, and star in your own production. Do a flash mob lip sync dance ensemble during a meal and at the end of the week perform for all of camp. It’s time for your close-up!

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 4 Get ready for the ultimate survival camp! Learn outdoor survival skills like fire building, shelter building, edible plant identification, and orienteering. You and your team will complete extreme survivor challenges which will lead up the ultimate challenge—an overnight camping trip in the Tahoe National Forest!

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

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ENTERING GRADES 6-8

Cadette Programs

SESSION

PROGRAMS

1A

Dumbledore’s Army On the Loose Mountain Girls

DATES

MOUNTAIN GIRLS June 16-21

Session 1A: June 16-21 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: May 30

2

Summer Daze Lumber Janes Anything Goes

June 23-28

3A

Monster Mash Native & Creative

July 7-12

3B

River Runners

July 7-19

4A

Native & Creative Fangirl

July 14-19

5

Summer Daze Team X-treme

July 21-26

DUMBLEDORE’S ARMY

Put on those overalls and hiking boots and let your mountain girl shine! Discover new trails, hike the Buttes, and go mountain biking. Hone your outdoor skills and put them to the test on an overnight camping adventure in the Tahoe National Forest!

Campers must bring proper hiking footwear and a daypack to take part in this program. No extensive hiking experience is necessary, but campers must be willing to participate in moderate hikes.

Session 1A: June 16-21 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: May 30 It’s LeviOsa, not LeviosA! Get ready to duel and train in DADA with Dumbledore’s Army. Design your own wands, take a potions class, and read tea leaves in Divination.

But beware. Dark magic is afoot and there are rumors of inferi taking over camp. If only there were some extraordinary dueling wizards to save us!

ON THE LOOSE Session 1A: June 16-21 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration Deadline: May 30 On the loose to climb a mountain, on the loose where you are free, on the loose to choose your own adventure!

Want to discover secluded alpine lakes with crystal blue waters? Or run through a meadow of tall grass and wildflowers? Or perhaps explore the hidden coves of Lake Tahoe? Each day take a new trip out of camp and explore the natural beauty of the Sierras!

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SUMMER DAZE Session 2: June 23-28 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 6 OR Session 5: July 21-26 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 4 Kick back and relax during this camp program! Wear your favorite shades and just float—around the pool, or on a paddleboard at the lake. You’ll get to stay up late for a glow stick dance party, glow-in-the-dark art, night games, and star gazing. Oh, did we mention—you get to sleep in!

LUMBER JANES Session 2: June 23-28 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 6 Pack your flannels because we’re going camping— Lumber Jane style! Assemble your own primitive campsite for the week at Gypsy Glen. Complete a fire building challenge, learn to navigate with a compass, and cook three of your meals over a fire. Put yourself to the test by spending a night in your own girl-made shelter and prove your true grit!

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

ANYTHING GOES

RIVER RUNNERS

Session 2: June 23-28

Session 3B: July 7-19

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 6

Fee: $740 before March 31 $765 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 20

Design your ideal camp program! Will you hike the Sierra Buttes or have a glow stick pajama party under the stars? Maybe you want to visit the low ropes challenge course or plan your own camp-wide game.

You and your sister campers will figure out how to make this the best camp week ever!

Let’s go chasing waterfalls to the rivers and the lakes because you want to! Go whitewater rafting, lake hop through pristine alpine lakes in the Sierras, and even learn how to perform a canoe t-rescue. You will get to go on a multi-day backpacking adventure and put your outdoor skills to the test!

*Note: Due to the in-camp planning format, this program does not involve high adventure out-of-camp activities like whitewater rafting or high ropes.

Campers must bring proper hiking footwear and a daypack to take part in this program. No extensive hiking experience is necessary but campers must be willing to participate in moderate hikes.

MONSTER MASH Session 3A: July 7-12

FANGIRL

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 20

Session 4A: July 14-19

Ghost, vampires, werewolves—oh my! Get spooky at camp and write your own ghost stories to share around the campfire. Be the thing that goes bump in the night when you design your own haunted house. You’ll even have the chance to simulate a zombie apocalypse, eat (jello) brains, and create your own zombie outbreak survival kit!

NATIVE & CREATIVE Session 3A: July 7-12 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 20 OR Session 4A: July 14-19 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 27 Find inspiration in nature and get crafty! Whether it’s painting a scenic sunset by the creek, designing a dreamcatcher from things found in nature, or turning an old canoe into a flower planter masterpiece, this week is all about unleashing your inner artist by seeking the beauty in nature. You’ll even get to display your work at a Camp Wasiu II gallery showing!

Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 27 Need more Harry Potter? Want to join the Hunger Games? Maybe you’re Divergent? Each day is a new adventure, whether you’re leaving The Shire and going to Mount Doom, or trying to get to Asgard. Write your own fan fiction, use the force, play some quidditch, and go on a daring quest to save us all! May the odds be ever in your favor.

TEAM X-TREME Session 5: July 21-26 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 4 Want a high speed adventure? Learn the basics of Mountain Biking then hit the trail. Push yourself to your limits in this extreme adventure! Battle across the low ropes challenge course, do the ultimate swim across Packer Lake, and compete in an epic outdoor skills challenge. Did we mention that you get to bike everywhere? *Note: We have an assortment of mountain bikes and helmets, but if you have your own mountain bike and/or helmet, please feel free to bring it along.

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ENTERING GRADES 9-12

Senior & Ambassador Programs

SESSION

PROGRAMS

DATES

3A

Moon on the Meadow July 7-12

5

Art Legend

July 21-26

MOON ON THE MEADOW Session 3A: July 7-12 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 20 While the rest of camp’s in bed, you’ll have lots of fun instead! Sleep in so you can stay up late and do all sorts of cool night activities like glow-in-the-dark art, twilight archery and canoeing, and stargazing.

If you ever wanted to be a night ninja, now’s your chance!

ART LEGEND Session 5: July 21-26 Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 4 Bring out your inner artist and become a legend!

You’ll have the opportunity to try all sorts of complex art projects, do a paint and sit at the lake during sunset, and create your very own “found” sculpture.

You can even become a tie-dye master and try your hand at ice dye.

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

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REGISTER ONLINE! SESSION

PROGRAMS

DATES

1B

CIT I

June 16-28

3A

Advanced CIT

July 7-12

4B

CIT II

July 14-26

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING I Session 1B: June 16-28 (Must be 14 years old at the start of the session) Fee: $410 before March 31 $435 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: May 30 Minimum number of campers: 4 Do you love working with kids? Can’t wait to be a counselor at Camp Wasiu II? Put your passion into action as we explore the basic leadership skills needed to work with younger girls. You’ll learn to teach songs, games, and camp activities while earning your CIT I pin.

This program also includes an overnight backpacking experience to help you build your tripping skills. The CIT I program fulfills the prerequisite requirements for the CIT II program.

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING II Session 4B: July 14-26 (Campers entering grades 10-12) Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 27 Minimum number of campers: 4 Continue building your leadership skills and spend time learning about the different roles at camp – arts, archery, unit, waterfront, health, kitchen, or administrative staff.

After you’ve shadowed some of our camp staff, you’ll spend time working with an assigned camper group.

This program also includes a weekend canoeing or backpacking experience to help you build your tripping skills. CIT I is a prerequisite for CIT II.

Leadership Programs

GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

ADVANCED COUNSELOR-INTRAINING Session 3A: July 7-12 (Campers entering grades 11-12) Fee: $125 before March 31 $150 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 20 Minimum number of campers: 2 Have you already completed CIT I and CIT II? Return to camp in this specialized leadership capacity to get hands on experience working with girls and get a taste of junior counselor life! You’ll also have the opportunity to have hands-on experience in your favorite area of camp. CIT I and CIT II are prerequisites for Advanced CIT.

JUNIOR COUNSELOR: WORK AT CAMP WASIU II Want to work at camp in a paid staff position? Here’s your chance! If you’ll be 16-17 years old by June 11, you can apply to be a Junior Counselor. As an ACAaccredited camp, the minimum age of employment is 16 years old as set by ACA standards.

Junior Counselors will assist camp staff in leading groups, helping plan camp activities, and providing fun and safe experiences for campers. Junior Counselors must be able to attend pre-camp staff training from June 9 - 15. Junior Counselor roles are available in one-week increments. Candidates with CIT I or CIT II experience are highly encouraged to apply.

The deadline to apply for a Junior Counselor position is April 15, 2019. Contact us at girlscouts@ gssn.org to find out how to apply. Limited Junior Counselor positions are available, so get in touch today!

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More Camp Opportunities

Troop Camp

TWO unrelated adults (at least one of whom is female) for this number of girls:

Plus ONE additional adult for each additional number of this many girls:

Daisies

6

1-4

Brownies

12

1-6

ENTERING GRADES 1-12 & ADULTS

Weekend Session 1: June 28-30 Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: June 13

Juniors 16 1-8 Come to Camp Wasiu II with your Girl Scout troop Cadettes 20 1-10 and have an incredible weekend in the outdoors!

Seniors & 24 1-12 Our camp staff will provide meals and some of the Ambassadors daily activities such as swimming, archery (grades 2+), canoeing, stand-up paddle-boarding (grades 4+), campfires, and more. Troops should come with a programming plan to lead their own badge work, arts and crafts, and free-time activities. Troops wishing to have a Bridging Ceremony at camp are invited to host their own event on Saturday evening!

At least two adults per troop for Troop Camp must be approved, background-checked Girl Scout volunteers and at least one adult must be First-Aid/CPR certified. Adults are responsible for the supervision of their troop throughout the weekend. One tent sleeps a maximum of four people.

Troop Camp registration is only available to Troop Leaders. Full payments for each camper must be made during online registration (no deposits accepted). Registrations are not transferable. There will be a $20 per person cancellation fee. *Note: Due to space limitations and to allow as many girls as possible to experience camp, please register only the number of adults required by following Safety Activity Checkpoint ratios listed in the chart above.

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

Camptastic Mini Camp Weekend

Pioneer Life Older Girl Weekend

ENTERING GRADES 1-5 IN FALL 2019

ENTERING GRADES 6-12 IN FALL 2019

Weekend 3: July 19-21

Weekend 5: September 6-8

Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: July 4

Fee: $70/person Registration deadline: August 22

New to camp and just want a little taste of the all fun Wasiu II has to offer? Or can’t get enough of Camp Wasiu II? Join us for a mini-camp weekend! Girls entering grades 1 – 5 are welcome to join us for this awesome camp sampler! You’ll get to enjoy arts and crafts, go canoeing on the lake, and have some fun at the archery range.

Want one last weekend at camp? Join us for the ultimate pioneer weekend at Camp Wasiu II! Girls entering grades 6 – 12 are invited to join us for this rustic older girl weekend. In addition to the camp activities you know and love we’ll make homemade butter, cook over the fire, dip some candles, sew your own mini-satchel, and so much more. Come kick-back and relax and do all your favorite camp activities one last time before winter arrives!

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This is weekend is volunteer-led and we’re looking for adult help. Interested in volunteering? Contact us at girlscouts@gssn.org by August 30.

Packing List Please label all of your camper’s belongings.

CLOTHING FOR EACH DAY Shirts or t-shirts (1 per day + 2 extra) Shorts (1 per day + 2 extra) Underwear (1 per day + 2 extra) Socks (1 per day + 2 extra)

Are you ready for camp?

OTHER ITEMS

Take the quiz below to find out!

Yes

Maybe

No

3 points

2 points

1 point

I can stay overnight at a friend’s house without calling home.

I remember to brush my hair and teeth.

I can keep my room neat and tidy without being asked.

I can keep track of my belongings.

I like to try new things even if I’m a little bit nervous or scared.

I like to meet new friends and do things with them.

I would like to try being outside all day so I can do fun activities.

I will be okay without any electronics.

I can be brave when I hear strange noises or see bugs at night.

I like to try new foods.

I speak up when I need something.

ADD UP YOUR POINTS. IF YOU HAVE...

Less than 15 points: You are ready to try a one-day camp program or Family Camp at Camp Wasiu II. 15-25 points: You are ready to try overnight camp at Camp Wasiu II! We welcome you to try our shorter sessions, or you may even be ready for a full week! Pack your adventurous spirit and we’ll see you this summer.

25 points or more: You hear the call of overnight camp, or must be an experienced camper! We can’t wait to share in the camp magic with you this summer.

Pajamas (2-3 pairs) Jacket or sweatshirt Long pants White shirt for tie-dying Hat Bandana Swimsuit (2 recommended) Hiking boots and/or tennis shoes Shoes you can get wet/water shoes Sunglasses

DAILY ESSENTIALS Water bottle Flashlight Insect repellant Sunscreen Backpack to carry daily items

TOILETRIES Hairbrush/comb Hair ties 2 Towels (for shower and pool/lake) Washcloths Toothbrush and toothpaste Shampoo/conditioner Soap Feminine hygiene products Shower shoes

BEDDING Sleeping bag or blankets and sheets Pillow and pillowcase Extra blanket

OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL ITEMS Bags for dirty laundry and wet clothes Camera (consider a disposable) Books or magazines Stationary, pens, stamps

THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME Cell phones, tablets, and laptops Hair dryers 19 Food/snacks

Family Fun Weekend

This year at Camp Wasiu II we’ll be offering a family fun weekend where girls will get to experience all of the great things camp has to offer with their loved ones. Families will get a chance to participate in traditional camp activities like arts and crafts, nature hikes, canoeing, archery, and campfires. You won’t want to miss out on our special, all-camp trivia night that will feature a variety of trivia for all ages and name that tune.

Whether you’re a family of two or ten, join us for an action-packed weekend and make memories that will last a lifetime. There is no minimum age for attendance, but please note that we are a very rustic camp with no specific accommodations for toddlers or infants. If you and your family feel confident with your ability to provide care and supervision for your toddler or infant in this type of environment, then they are welcome to join in the family fun. *Note: Adults will supervise their own campers and camp staff will provide the awesome program offerings.

Family groups must have a minimum of one adult to every three children. One tent sleeps a maximum of four people. She’s with Me/He’s with Me participants are limited to one registered adult for each registered girl.

Full payments must be made during online registration (no deposits accepted). Registrations are not transferable. $20/person cancellation fee.

FAMILY CAMP

HE’S WITH ME

Weekend 2: July 12-14

Weekend 2: July 12-14

Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: June 27

Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: June 27

Join us for three days of family fun! This program is for all families with kids of all ages. Hearty camp meals and plenty of fun will be provided.

Experience camp side-by-side and spend quality time with your main guy. Grab your dad, grandpa, older brother, or favorite uncle for this awesome camp opportunity!

SHE’S WITH ME Weekend 2: July 12-14 Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: June 27 This exciting option gives girls and their favorite female adult the opportunity to share the beauty of the outdoors and create special memories together.

Moms, aunts, grandmas – this is your chance to be a camper again!

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Adults Only

WASIU WEEKEND ADULTS-ONLY RETREAT Weekend 4: August 23-25 Fee: $50/person Registration deadline: August 8 Wasiu Weekend is an energizing and informative weekend where you can learn new skills, try new activities, or just relax and have fun. You’ll get to choose from a number of fun and interactive workshops that will help you get your girls outdoors and deliver quality outdoor programming at your troop meetings. Additional activities may include archery, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, tie-dying, and hiking!

Meet other Girl Scout volunteers, share experiences, and exchange ideas. You can even bring a new friend to share in this weekend retreat!

Interested in hosting a workshop or volunteering for this program? Contact us at girlscouts@gssn.org

by August 1.

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One-Day Programs

Join our international camp staff for one of our exciting one-day outdoor adventure programs.

These programs will be based out of the GSSN Service Center in Reno, NV, and will include daytrips to local and regional parks, points of interest in the Reno/Sparks area, and community partner destinations for some programs.

Daisies Entering grade 1

Give a Hoot, Don’t Pollute July 1

Fee: $25/girl Registration deadline: June 13 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm Nature gives us many gifts and this program is all about giving back by protecting the environment. Daisies will earn the new Eco Learner badge by playing wildlife games, learning Leave No Trace ethics, and going on a nature hike. Join us for a full day of environmentalism and outdoor fun!

Birds, Bees, and Trees

Packing list Non-perishable sack lunch Sunscreen Day backpack Water bottle Closed-toe shoes

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July 29

Fee: $25/girl Registration deadline: July 11 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm Join us for a fun-filled day of gathering inspiration from nature to create art, music, and theater. Girls will let their imaginations run wild with outdoor water painting, homemade maracas, and a field trip to the local Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary. Through this hands-on program, girls will earn the new Outdoor Art Maker badge.

Brownies Entering grades 2-3

Butterflies, Bugs, and Beetles July 2

Fee: $25/girl Registration deadline: June 13 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm Explore the world of bugs and learn more about these little creatures that do so much. Girls will have a blast as they create bug crafts, discover insect homes, and tour the local Nevada Bugs and Butterflies center. Through this hands-on program, Brownies will earn their Bugs badge.

Go Green, Help Clean July 30

Fee: $25/girl Registration deadline: July 11 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm Every trail leads to a new adventure and this program is all about protecting our natural world when we play in it.

Brownies will earn both the new Eco Friend badge and the classic Hiker badge by playing wildlife games, learning Leave No Trace ethics, and going on a nature hike. Join us for a full day of environmentalism and outdoor fun!

Juniors

Entering grades 4 – 5

Wild Horse and Burro Extravaganza!

July 3

Fee: $25/girl Registration deadline: June 13 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm Get wild with the largest wild horse and burro population in the United States. You’ll learn all about the wild horses and burros located here in Nevada and even have the opportunity to see some in action on a trip to a BLM herd management area. Girls will earn the Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada Wild Horses and Burros patch.

It’s Go Time!

July 31

Fee: $25/girl Registration deadline: July 11 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm Come join us on the go as we learn about staying fit and being healthy! We will spend most of the day having fun outdoors playing different games, trying out yoga, and coming up with new fun ways to stay healthy through play. Girls will also learn about healthy food options and have a hand in creating their own healthy snack. Juniors will earn their Stay Fit badge.

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CADETTES, SENIORS, AND AMBASSADORS ENTERING GRADES 6-12

Older Girl Excursions

VOLCANIC ADVENTURE AT LASSEN NATIONAL PARK July 25-27 Fee: $125/girl Registration deadline: July 4 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm Lassen Volcanic National Park is home to hydrothermal activity, meadows freckled with wildflowers, clear mountain lakes, and numerous volcanoes.

On this three-day, two-night campout adventure you’ll discover the wonder and mysteries of volcanoes, roaring fumaroles, thumping mud pots, boiling pools, and steaming ground in a truly unique geological environment found in our own backyard! You’ll also climb to the top of one of the largest plug dome volcanoes in the world.

MIDNIGHT MADNESS August 1-2

Fee: $75/girl Registration deadline: July 11 Check-in: 8:30 – 9am Pick up: 4:30 – 5pm

Pack your sleeping bag, favorite pajamas, and a flashlight—it’s time for big late-night slumber party! Start off by heading out to learn about nocturnal animals at the Animal Ark and then visit the planetarium to check out the stars! Throw a late-night pajama glow party with some cool snacks that are outta this world and make your own galaxy in a jar! Cadettes will complete the requirements for earning the Night Owl badge; Seniors and Ambassadors will get an overnight fun patch!

We will provide dinner on Thursday, breakfast Friday, and lunch on both days. Please let us know if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions so that we can accommodate all dietary needs.

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Camp Info TR ANSP ORTATION

W H O C A N AT T E N D C A M P ?

Any girl who is in the appropriate grade for her selected session can attend Camp Wasiu II, One-Day Programs, or Older Girl Excursions. Girls who aren’t registered Girl Scouts only pay an additional $25 membership registration fee.

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP AT CAMP! Dropping-off at Camp Wasiu II is a great option for families who’d like to help their camper unpack on the first day of camp. You’ll have the opportunity to walk your camper to their tent, set up their sleeping bag, and chat with some of your camper’s counselors.

AC T I V I T I E S AT C A M P Depending on the age level of the camper, staffing expertise, and weather conditions, general activities may include swimming, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, archery, hiking, arts and crafts, campfires, singing, games, stargazing, and cookouts. All campers will receive a Camp Wasiu II patch and resident camp participants will receive a camp t-shirt.

For full-week sessions at Camp Wasiu II, drop off is always 2–4 p.m. on the first day of the camp session. Pick-up is always 10:30–11 a.m. on the last day of the camp session.

Bus transportation is also available to and from camp for full-week sessions.

For weekend programs at Camp Wasiu II, drop-off is always 4–5 p.m. on Fridays. Pick-up is always 10:30–11 a.m. on Sundays. Bus transportation is NOT available for weekend programs unless noted otherwise.

H OW TO REGIS T E R Online registration for summer 2019 opens in February.

• Visit gssn.org/activities and find the program you’d like to register for. Click ‘Register Now’ to log into your MyGS account.

• Submit the required initial deposit. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

• Camperships are available to help assist with camp registration cost.

• GS Bucks and camperships cannot be accepted as the deposit, but will be accepted toward any final payment due.

TAKE THE BUS! The camp experience begins with songs, meeting new friends, and laughter on the bus ride to camp. Have fun with our counselors and start the camp magic early!

Registration deadlines are 2.5 weeks before a session starts.

Register early - camp fills quickly!

GS B U C K S The Girl Scout Cookie Program and Fall Nut/Candy Program help girls learn goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics…but did you know that it can also help your Girl Scout go to camp?

Campers can use GS Bucks (formerly Cookie Dough) for: • GSSN girl resident camp sessions, including Troop Camp and Family Camp. (Not including deposits.)

• GSSN-sponsored programs, trainings, and events (including One-Day Outdoor Programs and Older Girl Excursions.)

• GSSN Shop or Camp Wasiu II Trading Post purchases.

• GSSN or GSUSA Destinations travel opportunities.

GS Bucks earned from the 2018 Cookie Program expire March 31, 2019. GS Bucks earned from the 2018 Fall Nut/Candy Program will expire on September 30, 2019. GS Bucks are available only for individual girls and cannot be transferred.

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Bus transportation is available to and from Camp Wasiu II from either Reno or Truckee for only $30 each way. Bus transportation is available to camp on Sundays and from camp on Fridays.

The bus registration deadline is the same registration deadline as your selected program (or when the bus is sold out). Please be sure to bring all required forms, any medication your camper will need, and/or trading post money to deposit when dropping off your camper for the bus.

Bus Schedule to Camp Wa siu II RENO Check-In: 12:30 p.m.

Departure: 1 p.m.

TRUCKEE Check-In: 1:45 p.m.

Departure: 2 p.m.

Bus Schedule from Camp Wa siu II Approximate TRUCKEE Arrival: 11:45 a.m.

Approximate RENO Arrival: 12:45 p.m.

BRING A BUDDY!

T R ANS F E R P O L I C Y

Camp is a great place to make new friends, but if you want to come to Wasiu II with your BFF, make sure you:

We can transfer your camper’s registration from one camp program to another camp program prior to the registration deadlines. There will be a $20 transfer fee applied to your new registration. This is non-negotiable. Payments cannot be transferred to another camp participant.

1. Register for the same camp program.

2. List each other as buddies on your registration forms.

Only ONE buddy request is allowed per person. While every effort is made to place buddies together, buddy placements are subject to space availability.

CO N F I RMAT I O N L E T T E R S We will send out detailed camp confirmation letters within one week of your completed registration, as well as a reminder email after the registration for your program closes.

These letters will include all required camper forms, general information about Camp Wasiu II, and the camper packing list. Please make sure to check your email and read through all the important information shared in the confirmation letter!

C AN C E L L AT I O N P O L I C Y For programs that require full payment to register (i.e. Troop Camp, Family Camp, and other weekend programs), there will be a $20 per person cancellation fee.

In the event of GSSN cancelling a camp program due to low enrollment, any monies paid will be refunded. In all other circumstances, any monies paid (minus the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit) will be refunded only if: • The camper is placed on a waitlist or if the financial assistance amount requested is not fully granted. A written request for the refund must be submitted and received at the GSSN Reno Service Center at least three (3) weeks prior to the camper’s first day of camp.

• The camper cannot attend due to illness or injury. A letter from a physician must accompany a written request for the refund.

• The camper is sent home from camp due to illness or injury. Refunds are prorated in such cases and will only be made at the written request of the parent/guardian. Written requests must be received no later than thirty (30) days after the camper’s return home.

• Refunds will not be given if the camper leaves early for any other reason.

REQUIRED HEALTH HISTORY FORMS Health History Forms are REQUIRED for all campers attending programs at Camp Wasiu II and include: 1. Completed GSSN Camp Health History Form 2. Proof of up-to-date immunization records 3. A physical/health exam signed by a licensed medical professional within the past 12 months of the first day of the camper’s session for campers attending programs that are four or more days.

CAMP WASIU II TR ADING POST One of the fun things available again this year is the ability for your campers to visit the Camp Wasiu II Trading Post (camp store)! Our Trading Post has clothing, patches, jewelry, and other awesome camp-related items available for purchase.

Families are encouraged to include a Trading Post deposit during the initial online registration process.

The Trading Post will be open during check-out for each session, and campers will have at least one opportunity to visit the Trading Post during their camp session. The Trading Post will not be open for purchases during check-in, but you are welcome to peruse items. Any Trading Post refunds will be returned at the end of the camp session.

More Info Visit gssn.org/camp

Questions?

Contact us at girlscouts@gssn.org or call 775-322-0642.

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Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada 605 Washington Street Reno, NV 89503 gssn.org

Summer Camp 2019 GET IN ON ALL THE CAMP MAGIC!

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