2020 Camp Guide

SUMMER CAMP 2020

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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 2020 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 week-long 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 Packer 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 Camp 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 2 & April 8

Camp Opening Weekend

June 12-14

Camp Wasiu II Open House

June 21

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Counselor-in-Training (CIT) I

June 21–July 3

13

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) II

July 12- 4

13

Session 1A

June 21-26

6

Session 1B

June 21-July 3

13

Session 2

June 28-July 3

6

Weekend 1-Troop Camp

June 26-28

3

Session 3A

July 5-10

6

Session 3B

July 5-17

13

Session 4A

July 12-17

6

Session 4B

July 12-24

13

Weekend 2-Family Fun

July 17-19

3

Session 5A

July 19-21

3

Session 5B

July 19-24

6

Weekend 3-Adult Retreat

August 21-23

3

Weekend 4-Older Girl

August 28-30

3

Camp Closing Weekend

September 25-27

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Early camp registration discounts are available for six-day and thirteenday sessions. See specfic 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

Eco Hiker

D

July 27

1

Trail Sense

B

July 28

1

Animal Habitats

J

July 29

1

Great Basin Adventure!

CSA

July 30Aug 1

3

Outdoor Art Maker

D

Aug. 3

1

Climbing Rocks!

B

Aug. 4

1

Wild Horse and Burro

J

Aug. 5

1

Midnight Madness

CSA

Aug. 6-7

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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 Reno 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 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 11 A.M.-2 P.M. OR WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 6 P.M.–8 P.M. 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 SUNDAY, JUNE 21 10 A.M. – 12 P.M. Cost: FREE! Registration deadline: June 4 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, go on 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, and it’s FREE. 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 12-14 Help us prepare Camp Wasiu II for a busy summer!

SEPTEMBER 25-27 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 • Team-building and leadership opportunities Summer 2020 dates of employment are June 13 – July 24 for most positions.

Visit the Careers page at gssn.org 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, Denmark, 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 2020 staff!

Hosting dates are June 9 – June 13 and/or July 24 – August 8, (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 organizations. 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.

July 10-12

Lodging-Only* Rentals August 8 – August 20 August 24 – August 27 August 31 – September 23 *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 girlscoutshelp@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 Trail Adventure Badges in addition to other outdoor badges!

Brownies (Grades 2-3): Trail Adventure, Hiker, Eco Friend, Outdoor Art, Outdoor Adventure Juniors (Grades 4-5)*: Trail Adventure, Eco Camper, Outdoor Art Explorer, Geocacher Cadettes (Grades 6-8): Trail Adventure, Archery, Eco Trekker, Outdoor Art Apprentice, Primitive Camper, Trailblazing Seniors (Grades 9-10): Trail Adventure, Adventurer, Eco Explorer, Outdoor Art Expert, Paddling Ambassadors (Grades 11-12): Trail Adventure, Eco Advocate, Outdoor Art Master, Survival Camper, Utimate Recreation * Please keep in mind that programs at camp are not based around badges. However, campers may end up completing certain badge requirements. Therefore, it is very possible that they may complete the requirements for a particular badge.

The badge documentation sheet that we send home with each camper will display what badge requirements have been completed during her camp session.

Get Outdoors Challenge In March, Girl Scouts will be celebrating our 108th 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 14 to participate.

Step 1: Plan a visit to your favorite outdoor spot with your family and/or friends during Girl Scout Week (March 8 – 14). 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 2020 Camp Guide in your favorite outdoor spot.

Step 4: Send and share by March 14! Email us your photo at girlscouts@gssn.org to enter, then share your photo on Facebook with the hashtag #GetOutdoors.

2020 Camp T-shirt De sign Conte st!

Do you want the opportunity to have your artwork featured on the Camp Wasiu II 2020 t-shirt?

At camp each week, we give the residential campers a white Camp Wasiu II t-shirt to tie dye and take home.

In the past, we have had wonderful camp-related or outdoor-related images and quotes. This year we would love to give the opportunity to our campers to enter their own t-shirt design ideas!

Requirements: • Submissions must be in black and white (no color).

• Submit to girlscoutshelp@gssn.org by April 1, 2020.

• Submissions sent in after April 1 will not be reviewed.

Not yet a Girl Scout?

Not to worry - camp is open to all girls!

Find out more at gssn.org/camp

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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 21 – 26

JULY 12 – 17

Secret Agent

Weird in the Woods

Crack secret codes, go incognito, and save Camp Wasiu II! Practice the art of stealth while following the clues to solve the ultimate mystery.

JUNE 28 – JULY 3

Space Invaders

Storm Camp Wasiu II’s highly classified facility to uncover all the mysteries of outer space! Who knows what Wasiu Area 1901 has to hide…

UFOs? Aliens? Come find out—we can’t stop you all!

JULY 5 – JULY 10

Save the gnomes from the flamingo army then have a random dino dance party!

Throw normal out the window and get ready for your weirdest adventure yet.

Let’s get weird in the woods!

JULY 21 – 26

The Flying Dutchman

A ghostly crew doomed to sail the ocean forever in search of port and dry harbor has discovered the Land of Wasiu. Keep your eyes open for pirates on this nautical week of adventure.

Under the Sea

Whether you’re celebrating Shark Week, finding Nemo, or growing your mermaid tail—everything is better, down where it is wetter. Take it from me!

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

Amazing Artists

June 21-26

2

Enchanted Forest

June 28-July 3

3A

Wilderness Explorers

July 5-10

4A

Baby Sharks

July 12-17

AMAZING ARTISTS Session 1A: June 21-26 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 4

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!

ENCHANTED FOREST Session 2: July 7-12 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 11 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.

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

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WILDERNESS EXPLORERS Session 3A: July 14-19 (6 Days) 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! Caw, caw, roar!

BABY SHARKS Session 4A: July 12-17 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 25 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

Wingardium Leviosa; Fierce Foresters

June 21-26

Session 2: June 28-July 3 (6 Days)

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Wild, Wild, West; Zero Gravity

June 28-July 3

3A

Art Attack

July 5-10

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 11

4A

Night Ninjas; Top Chef

July 12-17

5B

Surf’s Up; Lights, Camera, Action!

July 19-24

WILD, WILD WEST

From covered wagons heading west on the Oregon Trail to the California Gold Rush, lasso up some great backcountry fun as you discover your inner pioneer.

Sleep out under the stars, sew essential items, cook over a fire, and try your hand at candle dipping. You’ll also get to create some homemade butter and treats.

Live rustic and wild!

WINGARDIUM LEVIOSA

Session 1A: June 21-26 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 4 It’s leviOsa, not leviosA! Channel Hermione as one of the cleverest witches of her generation. 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!

FIERCE FORESTERS

ZERO GRAVITY Session 2: June 28-July 3 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 11 Search the stars on this space science adventure and discover the magic of celestial objects and phenomena!

As a space explorer, invent and create your own experiments with magnetic fields, gravity, and light.

You’ll even get to make your own sundial and create an out-of-this-world geode.

Session 1A: June 21-26 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration Deadline: June 4 Would you rather spend your time exploring and learning outdoor survival skills including fire building, shelter building, and orienteering? Head into the wild to blaze trails, identify plants, and sharpen your archery skills. On this epic adventure, spend your days exploring Packer Creek and discovering new trails at Camp Wasiu II. You and your team will complete survival challenges such as sleeping out in your self-made outdoor shelter!

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

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ART ATTACK Session 3A: July 5-10 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 18 Explore and create different types 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!

NIGHT NINJA

SURF’S UP

Session 4A: July 12-17 (6 Days)

Session 5B: July 19-24 (6 Days)

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 25

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 2

Roll into stealth mode as you have fun around camp at night. Practice the art of sneaking around unnoticed while evading other camp inhabitants! You’ll also get to go on a night hike, create glow-in-the-dark bubbles, and so much more! Sleep in so you can stay up late and have undercover after-dark adventures.

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!

TOP CHEF Session 4A: July 12-17 (6 Days)

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 25

Session 5B: July 19-24 (6 Days)

Are you a foodie? Do you spend your days thinking about your next scrumptious snack? Then this is the program for you! You’ll learn different styles of outdoor cooking ranging from complete meals to desserts. You’ll also compete against other chefs to create the ultimate delicious outdoor cuisine! The best part is… you’ll get to eat your own creations.

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 2 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!

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

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ENTERING GRADES 6-8

Cadette Programs

SESSION 1A

PROGRAMS Summer Daze; Gremlins & Ghouls; Nailed It!

DATES

GREMLINS & GHOULS

June 21-26

Session 1A: June 21-26 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration Deadline: June 4

2

Ships & Sirens; Westward, Ho!

June 28-July 3

3A

Summer Daze; Team X-treme

July 5-10

3B

River Runners

July 5-17

4A

Full STEAM Ahead!; Game of Crowns

July 12-17

5B

Summer Daze; Fantastic Beasts of the Sierras On the Loose

July 19-24

SUMMER DAZE Session 1A: June 21-26 (6 Days)

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!

NAILED IT! Session 1A: June 21-26 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 4

Session 3A: July 5-10 (6 Days)

Compete in a Wasiu-styled bake-off! You’ll get to replicate complicated cakes and confections to the best of your ability only using limited items and an open fire.

From crazy cookies to delectable dutch oven dump cakes… you’ll not only get make them, but you’ll also get to taste test them. Get your taste buds ready.

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 18

SHIPS & SIRENS

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 4 OR

OR Session 5B: July 19-24 (6 Days) Fee: $350 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 2

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 I mention—you get to sleep in. The program is so nice, we are running it thrice!

Session 2: June 28-July 3 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 11 Go in search of rocky beaches to lie upon so you can sing your songs and lure in passing ships. Spend your days making waves at the pool and paddling around the lake. You’ll even get to have a floating lunch and plan your own pool party. Mermaid hair—don’t care! !

WESTWARD, HO! Session 2: June 28-July 3 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 11

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Explore the Sierras and the amazing history it holds as part of the Great American West! Hike the historical Donner Train Tunnels, examine the regional petroglypghs, and visit the Donner Memorial State Park Vistor Center.

At camp, you’ll live like a pioneer, cook three of your meals over a fire, make your own candles, and more!

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

TEAM X-TREME

GAME OF CROWNS

Session 3A: July 5- July 10 (6 Days)

Session 4A: July 12-17 (6 Days)

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 18

Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 25

Want a high speed adventure? Learn the basics of Mountain Biking then hit the trail! Push yourself to your limits in this extreme adventure and battle across the low challenge course, do the ultimate swim across Packer Lake, and compete in an epic outdoor skills challenge. Did I mention that you get to bike everywhere?

Travel back to the age of knights and chivalry in this daring adventure. Sharpen your aim and precision through archery-focused games and challenges. Save the three mystical dragon eggs, become the Mother of Dragons, and take back the kingdom as Queen!

*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.

RIVER RUNNERS Session 3B: July 5-17 (13 Days) Fee: $745 before March 31 $765 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 18 Let’s go chasing waterfalls to the rivers and the lakes because you want to. Go whitewater rafting, lake hop through pristine alpine lakes, and even learn how to perform a canoe t-rescue. You will get to go on a multiday backpacking adventure and put your outdoor skills to the test!

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

FULL STEAM AHEAD! Session 4A: July 12-17 Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 25

FANTASTIC BEASTS OF THE SIERRAS Session 5B: July 19-24 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 2 Did your Hogwarts owl never show up? Leave the muggle world behind as we explore the Care of Magical Creatures like Newt Scamander, practice Defense Against the Dark Arts, learn to identify plants and flowers in Herbology, and top the week off with a game of Quidditch—Camp Wasiu style!

ON THE LOOSE Session 5B: July 19-24 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 2 On the loose to climb a mountain, on the loose to explore, on the loose to choose your own adventure! Want to discover secluded alpine lakes with crystal clear 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! Campers must be willing to participate in moderate hikes.

Find the art in science and the science in art. During this program you’ll discover the beauty of science and art through a variety of art creations and experiments.

Explore the art of light and chromatography, grow your own geodes, construct 3-D art out of natural materials, and more!

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ENTERING GRADES 9-12

Senior & Ambassador Programs

SESSION

PROGRAMS

DATES

2

Moon on the Meadow June 28July 3

3A

Hang Loose

July 5-10

MOON ON THE MEADOW Session 2: June 28-July 3 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 11 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!

HANG LOOSE Session 3A: July 5-10 (6 Days) Fee: $355 before March 31 $375 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 18 Whether you’re hanging around in the hammocks, cruising around on paddle boards, or hiking the Sierra Buttes, you’ll get design your ideal camp program! Maybe you want to visit the low ropes challenge course or go lake hopping. You and your sister campers will decide how to make this the best camp week ever! *Note: Due to the in-camp format, this program does not involve high adventure out-of-camp activities like whitewater rafting or high ropes.

REGISTER ONLINE! GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

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REGISTER ONLINE! SESSION

PROGRAMS

DATES

1B

CIT I

June 21-July 3

3A

LIT

July 5-10

4B

CIT II

July 12-24

LEADERS-IN-TRAINING | NEW! Session 3A: July 5-10 (6 Days) (Entering grades 7-9) Fee: $255 before March 31 $275 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: June 18 Minimum number of campers: 4 Go-Getter. Innovator. Risk-taker. Leader. This program takes a deeper look into being the best G.I.R.L. you can be while challenging your creativity and ability to manage a camp service project of your choosing. You and your sister LITs will have the opportunity to work on team building on the low challenge course with the main goal of building self-confidence and recognizing your leadership potential.

JUNIOR COUNSELOR: WORK AT CAMP WASIU II Do you want to work at camp in a paid staff position?

Here’s your chance! If you’ll be 16–17 years old by June 14, you can apply to be a Junior Counselor. As an ACAaccredited camp, the minimum age of employment is 16 years old as required in the ACA standards.

Junior Counselors will assist camp staff in leading groups, helping plan fun activities, and providing fun and safe experiences for campers. Junior Counselors are required to attend pre-camp staff training from June 13–19, no exceptions. 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, 2020. Applications submitted after this date will not be reviewed. Limited Junior Counselor positions are available, so complete your application today! Visit the Careers page on gssn.org for more information.

Leadership Programs

GSSN.ORG/ACTIVITIES

*Due to the increasing popularity and limited spaces available for CIT I and CIT II, we developed an application process for entry into the CIT programs. The application consists of open-ended questions that assess the desire of the applicant to be a part of the program in addition to leadership skills and potential. Please submit your application no later than April 1, 2020. Applications received after this date will not be reviewed.

To apply, visit gssn.org, mouse over the Camp section, and go to the Registration, Forms, and Campership section.

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING I Session 1B: June 16-28 (13 Days) (Must be 14 years old at the start of the session) Fee: $420 Registration deadline: June 4 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 12-24 (13 Days) (Campers entering grades 10-12) Fee: $360 Registration deadline: June 25 Minimum number of campers: 4 Continue building your leadership skills and spend time explore the different roles at camp—arts, archery, waterfront, health, kitchen, unit, 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.

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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 26-28 (3 Days) Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: June 11

Juniors 16 1-8 Come to Camp Wasiu II with your troop and have an Cadettes 20 1-10 incredible weekend in the outdoors! Our camp staff Seniors & 24 1-12 will provide meals and some of the daily activities Ambassadors such as swimming, archery (grades 2+), canoeing, stand-up paddle-boarding (grades 4+), campfires, and more. Troops should come with a programming plan and supplies 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.

Adults meeting the required girl/adult ratio 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. $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

Mini-Camp

aMAZE! It’s Your World—Change It! ENTERING GRADES 6-8 IN FALL 2020

ENTERING GRADES 1-3 IN FALL 2020

Weekend 4: August 28-30

Session 5A: July 19-21 (3 Days)

Fee: $100/person Registration deadline: August 13

Fee: $150 before March 31 $175 beginning April 1 Registration deadline: July 2 Are you new to camp and just want a little taste of the all fun Camp Wasiu II has to offer? Join us for a minicamp session! Girls entering grades 1-3 are welcome to join us for this adventure-filled camp sampler! You’ll get to enjoy arts and crafts, go canoeing on Packer lake, and have some fun at the archery range.

Are you working towards your Silver Award? Join us at camp as we complete this Journey in a weekend and explore the twists and turns of navigating healthy relationships, long-lasting friendships, and decreasing conflict one interaction at a time. Girls will reflect on their current behaviors and attitudes towards others and pledge to make a positive change toward their friends and family members. In addition to completing this Journey, girls will participate in some of our traditional camp activities such as archery and adventuring on the low challenge course. ***Note: Girls will be required to have and bring with them the aMAZE! It’s your World—Change it! book. We will be supplying all other materials and awarding patches at the end of the weekend.

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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 17-19 (3 Days)

Weekend 2: July 17-19 (3 Days)

Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: July 2

Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: July 2

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 17-19 (3 days) Fee: $90/person Registration deadline: July 2 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 3: August 21-23 (3 Days) Fee: $60/person Registration deadline: August 6 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 6.

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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

Eco Hiker July 27

Fee: $30/girl Registration deadline: July 9 Check-in: 8:30 – 9 a.m.

Pick up: 3:30 – 4 p.m.

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!

Outdoor Art Maker

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

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August 3

Fee: $30/girl Registration deadline: July 16 Check-in: 8:30 – 9 a.m.

Pick up: 3:30 – 4 p.m.

Join us for a fun-filled day gathering inspiration from nature to create art, music, and theater. Daisies 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 Daisy Outdoor Art Maker badge.

Brownies Entering grades 2-3

Juniors

Entering grades 4 – 5

Trail Sense

Animal Habitats

Fee: $30/girl Registration deadline: July 9 Check-in: 8:30 – 9 a.m.

Pick up: 3:30 – 4 p.m.

Fee: $30/girl Registration deadline: July 9 Check-in: 8:30 – 9 a.m.

Pick up: 3:30 – 4 p.m.

In this one-day outdoor adventure, Brownies will have fun while experiencing different types of hikes, playing different trail games, and exploring their five senses on a sensory hike. Girls will learn how to prepare for a hike, practice Leave No Trace ethics, and develop an appreciation of the great outdoors. Brownies will earn the new Brownie Trail Adventure and the Senses badges.

Do you love animals of all shapes and sizes? During this program Juniors will learn about wild animals, explore skills to create an animal habitat, and discover how to take action to protect those animals. Girls will investigate where animals live, how they play, and how humans can help them. We will even take a trip to the Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary. At the completion of this program, Juniors will earn their Animal Habitats badge.

Climbing Rocks!

Wild Horse and Burro Extravaganza!

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August 4

Fee: $35/girl Registration deadline: July 16 Check-in: 8:30 – 9 a.m.

Pick up: 3:30 – 4 p.m.

Join us for a Brownie rock climbing adventure at a local climbing facility! Girls will learn the basics of rock climbing from equipment to preparation to different types of climbs. Participants will earn the new Brownie Climbing Adventure badge.

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August 5

Fee: $30/girl Registration deadline: July 16 Check-in: 8:30 – 9 a.m.

Pick up: 3:30 – 4 p.m.

Get wild with the largest wild horse population in the United States. You’ll explore 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 Wild Horse and Burro patch.

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CADETTES, SENIORS, AND AMBASSADORS ENTERING GRADES 6-12

Older Girl Excursions

CAVE EXPLORERS AT GREAT BASIN NATIONAL PARK July 30- August 1 Fee: $175/girl Registration deadline: July 9 Check-in: (7/30) 8:00 – 8:30 a.m.

Pick up: (8/1) 4:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Great Basin National Park is home to many pristine alpine lakes, over 100 native species of birds, at least 10 species of bat, the ancient bristlecone pine tree, and limestone caverns. The park’s remote location makes it one of the darkest places in the United States which makes for premier stargazing! On this outdoor camping adventure, you’ll get to participate in a tour of the beautiful underground caverns of the Lehman Caves, hike the Alpine Lakes Loop, explore a bristlecone pine grove that includes the oldest living organisms in the world, and experience out-of-this-world stargazing.

MIDNIGHT MADNESS August 6-7

Fee: $100/girl Registration deadline: July 16 Check-in: (8/6) 8:30 – 9am Pick up: (8/7) 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 discover nocturnal animals at the Animal Ark and then head to 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 earn the Night Owl badge; Seniors and Ambassadors will receive an overnight fun patch!

We will provide dinner on Thursday, breakfast on 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 W H O C A N AT T E N D C A M P WA S I U I I ?

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.

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.

H OW TO REGIS T E R Online registration for summer 2020 opens in February.

• Visit the Activities page on gssn.org 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.

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 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 for: • GSSN girl Resident Camp sessions, including Troop Camp and Family Camp.

• 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 2019 Cookie Program expire March 31, 2020. GS Bucks earned from the 2020 product programs will expire on March 31, 2021. GS Bucks are available only for individual girls and cannot be transferred.

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TR ANSP ORTATION 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.

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 available to and from camp for these 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.

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!

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 for the same year.

However, there will be a $20 dollar 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.

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

REQUIRED HEALTH HISTORY FORMS

CO N F I RMAT I O N L E T T E R S

Health History Forms are REQUIRED for all campers attending programs at Camp Wasiu II and include:

We will send out a general confirmation letter email at the beginning of each month leading up to camp. A programspecific camp confirmation letter email will be sent out after the registration for your program closes, which is about 15 days before the start of the program. 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.

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 longer.

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 fun and useful camp-related items available for purchase. The cost of items in the trading post range from $1$30. Trading Post deposits can be made only during camper check-in. We will ONLY be accepting cash deposits. We will NOT be accepting credit cards or checks.

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. Any Trading Post funds remaining from the initial deposit will be returned to the camper’s parent/guardian during check-out at the end of the camp session. 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 2020 GET IN ON ALL THE CAMP MAGIC!

NON-PROFIT US POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 279 RENO, NV