2011 Resident Camp Brochure

2011 Camp Catalog

Bear Creek Aquatic Camp & Camp Pennyroyal

Camp Guide Contents

2- Ready for Camp Quiz 3- Meet the Camp Directors 4- Three-Tier Pricing 5- Bear Creek Aquatic Camp 7- Camp Pennyroyal 9- Program Choices 17- Program Calendars 19- Registration Information 22- 2011 Registration Form 24- 2011 Financial Assistance Form 26- ACA Accreditation and Employment Opportunities 27- Troop Adventure Camp, Penny Role Model, and Family Camp

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Girl Scout Pathways Which Pathway will you choose?

Girl Scouts now offers several options on the ways you will carry out your own experience! Resident Camp is just one exciting way for you to be involved in Girl Scouting! Any girl can attend camp, whether they are currently registered as a Girl Scout, or not. Girls who are not currently registered as Girl Scouts can use resident camp programming as their Pathway into the organization when they pay their additional $12 membership fee. Once a girl has registered for Girl Scouts through our summer camp program, they will be eligible for all other Girl Scout experiences including trips, programs and product sales!

Ready for Camp?

Take the quiz & find out!

Circle the answer that best describes how you feel. Add each circled number together for a total score.

No way= 1 Maybe= 2 For sure!= 3

FOR GIRLS:

1 2 3 Do you enjoy staying overnight at a friend’s house?

1 2 3 Are you good at being part of team?

1 2 3 Can you shampoo and brush/comb your own hair?

1 2 3 Do you enjoy being outside and doing activities outside?

1 2 3 Can you see a bug, spider, or mouse without running around shrieking?

1 2 3 Can you make your own bed and keep track of your own things?

1 2 3 Do you like to meet new people and do things with other girls?

1 2 3 Do you like sleeping outside, in a cabin, or in a platform tent?

1 2 3 Do you like to help plan activities that you will be participating in?

1 2 3 Could you walk to a nearby building to brush your teeth or use the bathroom?

1 2 3 Are you ready to sleep in a cabin with 3-4 other girls, knowing your counselor is in a nearby cabin in your unit?

1 2 3 Are you willing to help with Kapers (camp chores/responsibilities) like cleaning, setting tables, or picking up trash?

1 2 3 Do you like singing songs, playing games, and having LOTS of fun?

1 2 3 Can you live by the Girl Scout Law? 1 2 3 Are you REALLY excited about going to camp?

FOR PARENTS:

1 2 3 Can you relax and enjoy yourself when your daughter sleeps overnight at a friend’s house?

1 2 3 Would you be OK communicating with your daughter only by mail? (The phone is for emergency use only.)

1 2 3 Would you be OK following the policies and procedures that apply to camp?

1 2 3 Are you prepared not to see your daughter for several days?

1 2 3 Are you comfortable with your daughter living and playing in an outdoor, rustic setting where it may rain and there are other living things, such as bugs and spiders?

1 2 3 Would you be willing to work with your daughter to ensure she is comfortable with being more independent at camp than she might be used to?

1 2 3 Do you believe that Girl Scout camp provides girls with a fun and rewarding experience that builds courage, confidence, and character?

1 2 3 Are you willing to entrust the camp director and counselors with the care of your daughter?

1 2 3 Are you ready for your daughter to sleep in a cabin with 3-4 other girls, knowing her counselor is in a nearby cabin in her unit?

1 2 3 Are you confident in your daughter’s ability to shampoo and brush/comb her own hair?

1 2 3 Are you confident in your daughter’s ability to make her bed and keep track of her belongings? ______Total Points

______Total Points

No way= 1 Maybe= 2 For sure!= 3:

If you scored: 15 to 25 It might be a good idea for you to wait until next year to come to resident camp. Maybe you could check out Day Camp, Troop Adventure, Penny Role Model, or Family Camp!

11 to 18 It might be a good idea for you to wait until next year to send your daughter to resident camp, but day camp would be a GREAT option for her. You may benefit from giving your daughter smaller opportunities to exercise her independence before she leaves home for several days.

26 to 35 You might enjoy a mini session, or maybe try to bring a buddy with you to camp to help you feel more comfortable.

19 to 26 A sampler session might be a better option for you. You also might be more comfortable with your camper bringing a friend to camp!

36 to 45 You are ready to come and have a GREAT time at camp!

27 to 33 You are ready to send her to a full session! You are confident in her abilities, and you are willing to help her prepare for camp!

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Erica “Clover” Carter

Bear Creek Aquatic Camp Director: ecarter@kyanags.org

Erica Carter has participated in Girl Scout camping since age five. In her early teens, she volunteered as a unit program aide at day camp, and the following year she was asked to direct the songs and games programming.

She continued to volunteer for day camp but also attended resident camp.

After graduating high school, Erica worked one summer at Camp Rancho Framasa as a camp counselor. In 2007 Erica joined the staff at Bear Creek Aquatic Camp as Unit Staff and in 2009 became the Program Coordinator. In 2010 Erica was co-director at Bear Creek Aquatic Camp, and she will serve as Director in 2011. Erica has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. She is currently a Special Education Teacher at an elementary school in Indiana. She hopes to pursue a Masters Degree in Special Education, so that she can teach deaf and hearing impaired specialneeds students in her future.

Christy “Lunchbox” Dupin

Camp Pennyroyal Director: cdupin@kyanags.org

Christy Dupin has been working in the camping industry since 2003. For several summers, she worked as a Senior Counselor at YMCA Camp Piomingo in Louisville, KY, and then moved to the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana’s Bear Creek Aquatic Camp where she was a Unit Leader in 2006, Aquatics Director in 2007, and Assistant Camp Director in 2008. In 2009 she became the Camp Director at Camp Pennyroyal. She currently holds a Bachelor’s in Theatre Arts and has also completed graduate coursework in English. Christy loves spending time in the outdoors, and is always up for an adventure. When not planning for camp, Christy enjoys playing the guitar, and writing music. Her band, “The Nipkins,” has performed as far away as New Zealand. She has also been an active soccer referee for the past 13 years, and this year she was chosen to referee the Kentucky Girl’s High School All-Star competition. Christy works full-time for Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana as an Outdoor Program Specialist.

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Meet the Camp Directors

THREE-TIER PRICING SYSTEM

Overview: Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana serves a wide range of families with different financial abilities. Resident camp is such a vital part of a child’s growth and development that we want to make it as affordable as possible.

For that reason, a voluntary Three-Tier pricing system is being implemented for the 2011 registration fees. This system will work on a voluntary honor system and the fee you pay for each camp session will in no way influence the experience your camper will receive.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF THREETIER PRICING?

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana subsidizes our summer camp fees and facility expenses year round. GSK subsidizes the summer camp fee about 43% in order to ensure that we keep our programs affordable. In addition to programming fees, we have many other expenses that help contribute to your camper’s experience. Things such as property, supplies, and professional costs increase in price each year, and although these are unavoidable expenses, we still want to ensure that all campers are able to afford our programming. Offering a Three-Tier Pricing system allows us to keep resident camp fees as low as possible, while still maintaining the highest program standards. We realize that all families have different financial situations, and would like to invite those with the ability and desire to pay our higher tiered prices. Our three-tier system is COMPLETELY voluntary and strictly based on the honor system. If you are still unable to pay “Tier 1,” financial assistance is available based on financial need. Funds are limited. Please fill out the financial assistance form on page 24.

My Little Pony Grades 1-2 $380/$445/$510 Acorn Valley

Sleepy Hollow

Timberwood

Shady Lane

Elderview

Session One June 19-24 6 day

Artist Fantastic Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Saddle Up Grades 4-5 $470/$535/$600

Adventure Quencher Grades6-8 $260/$325/$390

Rock On Grades 6-8 $320/$385/$450

PCIT Grades 8-10 $315/$380/$445

Session Two June 27- July 2 6 day

Pennyroyal Party (Extended Edition) Grades 1-3 $260/$325/$390

Saddle Up Grades 4-5 $470/$535/$600

Cooking Creations Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Rock On Extreme Grades 7-9 $320/$385/$450

Session Three July 5-8 4 day

Pennyroyal Party Grades 1-3 $170/$235/$300

My Little Pony Grades 1-2 $380/$445/$510

Messy Munchkins Grades 2-3 $170/$235/$300

Campin' Craze Grades 4-5 $170/$235/$300

Session Four July 10-12 3 days

TAC and Pennyrole Model $105 per person

Session Five July 13-15 3 days

TAC and Pennyrole Model $105 per person

Session Six July 18-21 4 day

Pennyroyal Party Grades 1-3 $170/$235/$300

Ponytails Grades 2-3 $380/$445/$510

Session Seven July 24-29 6 day

Makeovers & Marshmallows Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Campin' Craze (Extended Edition) Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Mermaids Grades 2-3 $170/$235/$300

Campin' Craze Grades 4-5 $170/$235/$300

Mane Event Grades 6-8 $470/$535/$600

Roller Coaster Revenge Grades 6-8 $390/$455/$520

Cliff Hangers Grades 7-9 $390/$455/$520

Tier 1 CIT Grades 11-12 $500/$565/$630

Tier isCritters based on the lowest and Caves1 Grades 6-8 $190/$255/$320 fee. Girl Scouts of subsidized Kentuckiana has reduced the camp fee by about 43%! If you are still unable to pay Tier 1, financial assistance is available.

Climb On Grades 6-8 $190/$255/$320

Tier 3 Tier 3 is based on the average actual cost for your campers to participate in a camp session. By paying the top tier price, you are offering additional support to help improve our resident camp programming and helping to fund our resident camp financial assistance program.

Tier 2 Tier 2 is partially subsidized (approximately 23%) by Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana .This tier is for families who cannot afford the full fee but still want to contribute a little extra support.

Three Tier Pricing Pennyroyal's Thrill Seekers Grades 9-12 $390/$455/$520 ACIT Grade 12

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Bear Creek Aquatic Camp

Bear Creek Aquatic Camp is located on Girl Scout Bay on scenic Kentucky Lake, 45 minutes south of Paducah, KY. Our 183 acres of waterfront property and two miles of shoreline create a perfect setting for Kentucky’s only aquatic Girl Scout camp.

The camp is just a boat ride away from Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, a popular destination for overnight trips. Bear Creek’s bay has a large boating area with two docks and a roped-off swimming area with a water slide. There is a large meadow for field games, a central shower house with private stalls, and a lodge that houses the dining hall, kitchen, and health center.

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Living Units Bear Creek has three units of cabins named Hickory Hollow, Lion’s Den, and Coke Top. The cabins are open-air and rustic.

We also have one unit of platform tents called Cardinal Hill.

Bay View is a hammock unit where our most experienced campers stay. All platform tents have army-style cots. All cabins have cots with mattresses. Usually four to six girls share a tent or cabin. Most of the time, girls choose their own cabin or tent mates. Two to five counselors live in a central tent or cabin. Counselors do not sleep in the same shelter as campers.

Meals Meals at Bear Creek follow special traditions. Before the meal, a unit will “hop” (set) the tables. We serve all our meals family style. When the meal has been finished, we wash our own dishes in “beaver buckets” before we put them in the sanitizer. The best part is that we sing the whole time!

Campfires The first and last nights of every session are marked by campfires at Inspiration Point, and they are attended by the whole camp. Units present skits or songs and share their favorite camp memories.

We’re “Rustic” Campers stay in our rustic cabins or platform tents. There is no electricity or electric lighting in the tents or cabins. Each unit has a central security light that stays on all night. There are latrines in each unit, as well as a basin with running water.

There are flush toilets in the lodge, Hickory Hollow, Cardinal Hill, Coke Top, and Lion’s Den. The shower house is in the main camp area. Campers do not have access to the phone, but the Camp Director will call if your daughter has a problem, is sick, or if there is an emergency at the camp.

Typical Day 6:45 Wake up 7:45 Singing Porch (while

we wait for our breakfast

we spend time on

Bear Creek’s front steps,

singing!!)

8:00 Breakfast 9:00 Morning Program

(usually includes

swimming or boating

lessons) 11:45 Singing Steps 12:00 Lunch 1:15 Rest Hour 2:30 “Water Water”

Your choice: Free Swim

or Boating 5:45 6:00 7:00 9:30

Singing Steps Dinner Evening Program Bedtime (depending on age)

Schedule Each day includes time for your unit’s special program activities, such as boating lessons or trips. Your daily schedule will also include time for camp Kapers, which are a fun way to share in the responsibilities of living in a camp community.

Units take turns setting the tables for meals, leading songs, and cleaning the lodge, shower, and grounds! Your daily schedule takes into account what you and the other girls in your unit want to do at camp!

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Camp Pennyroyal

Camp Pennyroyal is a beautiful wooded camp, 15 miles south of Owensboro, KY. The camp features hiking trails and a peaceful eight-acre lake for swimming, canoeing, and kayaking. Pennyroyal is home to five living units: three units of tents, a unit of cabins, and a unit of A-frame cabins. The swimming area consists of a well-guarded crib (a shallow aluminum pool built into the lake), roped-off swimming area, diving board, and a water slide. Pennyroyal has a lodge for meals, a large arts & crafts shelter, a central shower house with private stalls, a health center, flag meadow, and a large amphitheatre for skits and campfires. The camp also has a high ropes course with several exciting elements and a teams course for building leadership and communication skills.

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Living Units Camp Pennyroyal has one unit of A-frame cabins called Acorn Valley. Our large, square cabins are in Timberwood.

The cabins are open-air and rustic. The three platform tent units are named Sleepy Hollow, Shady Lane, and Elderview.

All platform tents and cabins have cots with mattresses.

Usually four to eight girls share a tent or cabin. Most of the time, girls choose their own cabin or tent mates. Three to five counselors live in a central tent or cabin. Counselors do not sleep in the same shelter as campers.

Meals Meals at Camp Pennyroyal follow special traditions. Before the meal, a unit will “hop” (set) the tables. We serve all our meals family style. When the meal has been finished, we wash our own dishes in “beaver buckets” before we put them in the sanitizer. The best part is we sing the whole time!

Campfires The first and last nights of every session are marked by campfires at our special campfire circle that resides at the water’s edge, and they are attended by the whole camp.

Units present skits or songs and share their favorite camp memories.

We’re “Rustic” Campers stay in our rustic cabins or platform tents. There is no electricity or electric lighting in the tents or cabins. Each unit has a central security light that stays on all night. There are latrines in each unit, as well as a basin with running water.

There are flush toilets in the lodge and in the health center.

The shower house is in the main camp area. Campers do not have access to the phone, but the Camp Director will call if your daughter has a problem, is sick, or if there is an emergency at the camp.

Schedule Each day includes time for your unit’s special program activities, such as art and crafts, outdoor survival, or trips.

Your daily schedule will also include time for camp Kapers, which are a fun way to share in the responsibilities of living in a camp community. Units take turns setting the tables for meals, leading songs, and cleaning the lodge, shower, and grounds! Your daily schedule takes into account what you and the other girls in your unit want to do at camp!

Typical Day 6:45 Wake up 7:30 Thought Circle 7:45 Singing Porch (while we wait for our breakfast we spend

time on Pennyroyal’s front

deck, singing!!)

8:00 Breakfast 9:00 Morning Program 11:45 Singing Porch 12:00 Lunch 1:15 Rest Hour 2:30 Water You Doing?

Your choice: Free Swim or

Boating 5:45 Singing Porch 6:00 Dinner 7:00 Evening Program with Unit 9:30 Bedtime (depending on age)

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Day Camp (Bear Creek, Entering grades 1-12):

Come and join us for a week of Day Camp! Want to see what resident camp is all about, but maybe you aren’t quite ready to stay the night? The girls who attend Day Camp will get to do all of the traditional camping activities that resident campers enjoy at Bear Creek. They will go boating, swimming, and, of course, they will spend lots of time singing! Girls of all ages can join us for this program at Bear Creek Aquatic Camp and see all the amazing things that Bear Creek has to offer! Younger girls will participate in all types of traditional activities, and older girls will sample some of the more adventurous sides of Bear Creek!

Bear Creek Bash (Bear Creek, Entering grades 1-12): New for 2011!

It’s New!

There is something for everybody in this new shortened session at Bear Creek! Younger girls will experience all the traditional aspects of Bear Creek, including canoeing, kayaking, swimming, arts & crafts, campfires, and singing! Older girls may participate in our climbing chimney, and perhaps get to spend a night out under the stars!

Although this session is shorter than some of our other sessions at Bear Creek, it is sure to be actionpacked and girls will leave with a real taste of what Bear Creek is all about!

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Program Choices

Messy Munchkins (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 2-3): Are you always getting in trouble for getting dirty? Well, in this new adventurous session at Camp Pennyroyal, getting messy is the name of the game! You’ll get to do all of your favorite camp activites, such as swimming , singing, and arts & crafts, but we will put aside plenty of time for you to do messy science experiments, mud masks, and finger painting! Don’t worry, parents, showers are included!

Its New!

My Little Pony (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 1-2): Do you love horses? Have you always wanted to ride a horse but never had the chance? Come try the youngest of all of our horse programs: My Little Pony! Head out to the stables for two mornings, and come back and spend the rest of the day checking out everything that camp has to offer!

Ponytails (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 2-3): Are you a fan of everything horses? Do you love horse movies? Do you own any horse stuffed animals? We are all about getting to know the real thing in this horse unit at Camp Pennyroyal! When you aren’t at the stables, you spend your time at camp swimming, doing arts & crafts, singing, and other traditional camp activities!

It’s New!

Mermaids (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 2-3): Come splash the week away in this waterfront extravaganza! Spend extra time swimming and boating! Maybe you’ll even get to eat a meal in the lake! Go down the slide, have a cannon-ball contest, but watch out... you WILL get wet!

It’s New!

Pennyroyal Party (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 2-3): Have you ever wanted to give resident camp a try? This short introductory unit is made just for you. Try a little bit of everything Camp Pennyroyal has to offer: singing, swimming, hiking, playing games, creating arts & crafts, and making lots of new friends!

Come join us for all of the fun!

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Bear Creek Beginnings (Bear

It’s New! Creek, Entering grades 4-6):

Have you always wanted to come to camp and give every activity a try? Spend the mornings going boating and swimming and spend the nights stargazing, and singing! Spend time on all of our camp boats, including our Aqua Finns, kayaks, and canoes. Maybe you’ll even take a pontoon boat ride to explore the lake!

Get a taste of everything and make new friends!

Science Explosion (Bear Creek, Entering grades 4-6): This isn’t your everyday science class! Come learn how to create volcanic eruptions, make your own slime and explore the hair-raising side of science like you’ve never seen it before! The only thing you need to ask yourself before signing up for this new exciting unit is: Do you and Bear Creek have chemistry?

Seekers (Bear Creek, Entering grades 4-6): Looking for adventure and challenge? Do you want to build your outdoor skills? Come give Seekers a try! You’ll experience teambuilding activities and challenges! You’ll get all the adventure you can handle on our teams course, climbing chimney, archery range, and you might even get to hike through the woods of Land Between the Lakes!

It’s New! Campin’ Craze! (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 4-5): Never been to summer camp before? Well, come and give this unit a try! You’ll get to try a little bit of everything Camp Pennyroyal has to offer: singing , swimming, hiking, playing games, creating arts & crafts, and making lots of new friends!

It’s New!

It’s New!

Artist Fantastic (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 4-5): Come and get in touch with your inner artist in this create-a-thon unit! You will spend tons of time in arts & crafts and can also explore other types of arts including: theatre, writing, music, etc.! At the end of the week prepare for your own art show that all of camp will attend!

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Program Choices

Cooking Creations (Camp Pennyroyal, It’s New! Entering grades 4-5): Get your skillets ready, because this new unit is going to be all about cooking great meals. We will start with appetizers and finish up with desserts! You may even get a chance to experience a real live camp kitchen! When you’re not in the kitchen, you will get plenty of time to do traditional camp activities including swimming, arts & crafts, and singing!

Sea Otter Sport (Bear Creek, Entering grades 4-6): Join this exciting unit and explore a variety of water sports. Sample our most popular activities, including canoeing, kayaking, sailing, and windsurfing. No matter what you choose to do in Sea Otter Sport, you’ll definitely get to experience the wonder and magic of Bear Creek Aquatic Camp!

Makeovers & Marshmallows (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 4-5): This unit will get to do exciting things like facials,and mani-pedis, and also get to do all of our traditional camp activities! Have sleepovers at night, and go hiking during the day! Cook over an open fire, and then have a dance-party! This unit will be all about being girly in the outdoors!

Saddle-Up (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 4-5): Do you love horses, but want to learn more about them? You can plan on not only riding horses, but also learning everything there is to know about them! Learn how to take care of our fourlegged friends and how to saddle one up for your own horse excursions! In this old favorite, you will also work towards your Horse Fan and your Horse Rider badges!

It’s New!Come see what it is like to get a little bit of pampering at camp!

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It’s New! Cliff Hangers (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 6-8): Come join our new and exciting adventures at Camp Pennyroyal this summer! Cliff Hangers is sure to please, as you spend one day at the rock climbing gym, one day on our ropes course, and then head to Mammoth Cave State Park for an overnight! If you are up for a new adventure, this exciting program may be the one for you!

Jibe-Ho (Bear Creek, Entering grades 6-8): Are you crazy about sailing? Learn to sail an Aqua Finn, windsurfer, and so much more! Learn knot tying, boat rescues, and nautical terms! Spend a night camping under the stars, while getting the basics of sailing down to a tee!

Rock-On (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 6-8): This crowd-pleasing session is back for a second year! Learn the basics of music on the guitar, the drums, and perhaps the keyboard! Put together your own press package and create your own band t-shirt! No music experience is necessary, and instruments will be provided!

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Night Owls (Bear Creek, Entering grades 6-8): Are you not a morning person? Do you like all the magic and mystery that comes to life after dark? Come to Night Owls and enjoy all the after-dark fun you can handle! You will stay up late and sleep in! Night Owls will get a chance to see a side of camp that most will never get to experience!

Mane Event (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 6-8): Do you love horses and want to learn more about them? Well, in this unit you will get the chance to do just that! Spend your mornings at the stables and your afternoons experiencing all of Camp Pennyroyal’s traditional activities!

Program Choices

Adventure Quencher (Camp It’s New! Pennyroyal, Entering grades 6-8): Come learn about surviving the rougher side of Camp Pennyroyal!

Learn how to make wilderness shelters, start one-match fires, and so much more! Sleep out under the stars without a tent and experience our high ropes course!

Cast Iron Chef (Bear Creek, Entering grades 6-8): Is It’s New! cookout night your favorite part of camp? Well, come to this new and exciting unit to gain more thorough knowledge about how to plan and execute campfire meals! Learn what meals work for different types of trips!

Caves and Critters (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 6-8): Come learn all about the Outback and caves, and get a chance to spend lots of time at camp, too! Make some time for our high ropes course, and then spend a day at Mammoth Cave and Kentucky Down Under!

Rock-On Extreme (Camp It’s New! Pennyroyal, Entering grades 7-9): If you loved Rock-On, come join us in this all new drum-banging unit where you will once again get the guitar out of the case, put the volume on high, and rock out until your heart is content! Even if you didn’t attend the first session of Rock-On, this would be a great fit for you, if you think you’re ready., this would be a great fit for you! No music experience is necessary, and instruments will be provided!

Outdoor Diva (Bear Creek, Entering grades 6-8): Come get away with your new unit as you discover your inner “Outdoor Diva.” When you are not swimming, boating, or hiking, you will enjoy facials and manicures! Girls in this program will learn how to survive in a rustic setting, while discovering the keys to living a healthy, confident life!

Dolphins (Bear Creek, Entering grades 6-8): This fabulous unit is for girls who want to spend their time swimming, canoeing, and kayaking around the lake! Your group might even plan a day to experience the fun and thrill of Bear Creek’s 34-foot long JOLLY ROGER CANOE!

Bear Creek Adventure (Bear Creek, Entering grades 6-8): This unit is perfect for campers who want to sample everything that Bear Creek has to offer. You will do activities ranging from aquatics to adventure. Try the Aqua Finns, or the Windsurfers, or maybe even the kayaks? If it is the land you love, consider the teams course or hiking!

Mariner Sailors (Bear Creek, Entering grades 7-9): Have you been sailing before and want to work on some of your skills? Have you always wanted to go sailing but never really had the opportunity? Either way, this unit will work on teaching you the basics of everything sailing. You will start by honing your skills in Aqua Finns and then begin to learn the basics of our Flying Scots!

Prepare yourself to take many day trips and maybe even plan your own overnight to Land Between the Lakes as you get ready for your sailing adventure!

Roller Coaster Revenge It’s New!(Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 6-8): This exciting unit will get a first-hand look at the way science can be absolutely hair-raising. Spend the first part of the week learning cool facts about gravity, and spend the last day defying it as we travel to “Holiday World” to ride roller coasters and experience all the thrills the park has to offer!

Kayak Adventure (Bear Creek, Entering grades 7-9): Just picture it: you’re in a boat powered only by your own strength, navigating wherever you like, independent of wind and crew.

Sound appealing? Then come kayaking! Start by paddling in the bay, building your strength for a trip to Land Between the Lakes. Your unit will plan the length, speed, and intensity of your own kayaking adventure!

Climb-On (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 6-8): In this short four- day session, you will go to the extreme! Spend a day at the climbing gym, learning the basics of climbing, and some advanced moves! Also try your hand at Pennyroyal’s own high ropes course to get a whole new view of Camp Pennyroyal!

Windsurfing Escape (Bear Creek, Entering grades 7-9): Experience the fun, thrill, and adventure of windsurfing! Whether you have never been on a board before or you can already sail across the bay, this unit is what you are looking for. When you aren’t spending your time windsurfing, there will be plenty of time for all the traditional camp activities, including swimming, singing, games, and arts & crafts!

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Thrill Seekers-PR (Camp Pennyroyal, Entering It’s New! grades 9-12): . Want a week of complete excite-

It’s New!

Thrill Seekers-BC (Bear Creek, Entering grades 9-12): Bear Creek

has always been a place full of excitement and adventure... but this session really isn’t for the faint of heart!!! See what it takes to climb the rocks at Giant City State Park, and then stick around for some serious backpacking and camping out. One day you might head to Camp Pennyroyal to experience the high ropes course, and then spend some time at camp planning your sea kayaking survival adventure.

Take only what your boat can hold and head to Land Between the Lakes for a sweet overnight adventure. Once you arrive there, spend the afternoon learning the ins and outs of hardcore birdwatching by learning the proper use of scopes and binoculars. End the session on a high note by enjoying a traditional Bear Creek closing campfire!

ment? Want something you can brag about to your friends? At Camp Pennyroyal you will get soaked while you set out on your own white water rafting adventure! Then move on to take Mammoth Cave National Park by storm!

Spend your day backpacking around the park, experiencing some of the park’s wild caves! Sleep out under the stars, learn how to use a camp stove, and build your own shelter.

The next day get to experience one of Kentucky’s newest thrills- Mammoth Cave Adventure’s zipline tour! Then head back to camp to end the session in style with our traditional closing campfire!

Smooth Sailing Mariners (Bear Creek, Entering grades 9-12): This is the capstone program for sailors

at Bear Creek Aquatic Camp. Spend the first part of the week brushing up on your sailing skills. Then start working on advanced skills that will help you on your journey across the lake. Once you’re sailing like a pro, you’ll study the weather and navigational charts of Kentucky Lake to plan your own amazing, challenging, overnight sailing trip.

Thrill Seeker Challenge:

Attend both sessions of Thrill Seekers, and receive a discount.

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Program Choices

Counselor in Training (Camp Pennyroyal and Bear Creek, Entering grades 11-12) :CIT is made up of two sessions: Pennyroyal June 27-July 2, and Bear Creek July 5-July 10. Campers will return home between sessions. The purpose of the program is to provide participants with training in how to use effective leadership skills throughout their lives and how to work effectively with children at camp and in many other settings.

During this two-session program, you will put your skills into practice by leading younger campers in daily activities.

The leadership skills you will learn can be used in all parts of life. Please note: Even if a camper completes the CIT program successfully, it does not necessarily mean that she will be hired for a camp position in the future. Campers should apply for the CIT program because they have a genuine interest in building leadership skills and working with children, and not because they are seeking a specific camp position in the future.

Advanced Counselor in It’s New! Training (Camp Pennyroyal and Bear Creek, Entering grade 12) ACIT is made up of two sessions, Bear Creek July 17-23, and Pennyroyal July 24-29. Campers will return home between sessions. This session is the last and final step before taking the leap from camper to counselor. Girls in the program will spend the majority of their time working with younger campers, but, will also continue to develop leadership skills. Girls who are interested will need to send in a registration form to get the full application. Applying for the program doesn’t guarantee placement, and placement in the program doesn’t guarantee she will be hired for a camp position in the future.

Pre-Counselor in Training (Previously LITE, Camp Pennyroyal, Entering Grades 8-10): The PCIT program is per-

fect for older campers who would like to develop and practice their leadership and team-building skills. PCITs will learn the importance of self confidence as they find themselves taking on more and more leadership at camp! Participate in leadership sessions, work through challenges together as a team, and learn how many different ways there are to lead. With the other PCITs, you will learn about your own leadership style and what that means to your future in leadership! Participation in the PCIT program is not a pre-requisite for attending other Counselor in Training programs.

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Acorn Valley

Sleepy Hollow

Timberwood

Shady Lane

Elderview

Session One June 19-24 6 day

Artist Fantastic Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Saddle Up Grades 4-5 $470/$535/$600

Adventure Quencher Grades 6-8 $260/$325/$390

Rock On Grades 6-8 $320/$385/$450

PCIT Grades 8-10 $315/$380/$445

Session Two June 27- July 2 6 day

Pennyroyal Party (Extended Edition) Grades 1-3 $260/$325/$390

Session Three July 5-8 4 day

Pennyroyal Party Grades 1-3 $170/$235/$300

Cliff Hangers Grades 7-9 $390/$455/$520

Saddle Up Grades 4-5 $470/$535/$600

Cooking Creations Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Rock On Extreme Grades 7-9 $320/$385/$450

My Little Pony Grades 1-2 $380/$445/$510

Messy Munchkins Grades 2-3 $170/$235/$300

Campin' Craze Grades 4-5 $170/$235/$300

Caves and Critters Grades 6-8 $190/$255/$320

Session Four July 10-12 3 days

TAC and Penny Role Model $105 per person

Session Five July 13-15 3 days

TAC and Penny Role Model $105 per person

CIT Grades 11-12 $500/$565/$630

Session Six July 18-21 4 day

Pennyroyal Party Grades 1-3 $170/$235/$300

Ponytails Grades 2-3 $380/$445/$510

Mermaids Grades 2-3 $170/$235/$300

Campin' Craze Grades 4-5 $170/$235/$300

Climb On Grades 6-8 $190/$255/$320

Session Seven July 24-29 6 day

Makeovers & Marshmallows Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Campin' Craze (Extended Edition) Grades 4-5 $260/$325/$390

Mane Event Grades 6-8 $470/$535/$600

Roller Coaster Revenge Grades 6-8 $390/$455/$520

Thrill Seekers- PR Grades 9-12 $390/$455/$520 ACIT Grade 12

Buses are now available for Sampler Sessions. Buses are not available for Day Camp or Troop Adventure Camp

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PLEASE NOTE: Camp directors may reassign programs or campers to different units or tents/cabins if needs, circumstances, or behavior so dictate. Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana reserves the right to cancel programs due to lack of participation.

Program Calendars

Hickory Hollow

Lion's Den

Cardinal Hill

Session One June 20-July 1 12 day

Coke Top

Bay View

Smooth Sailing Mariners Grades 9-12 $500/$565/$630

Thrill Seekers-BC Grades 9-12 $500/$565/$630

CIT Grades 11-12

Session One A June 20-June 25 6 day

Bear Creek Beginnings Grades 4-6 $280/$345/$410

Jibe-Ho Grades 6-8 $280/$345/$410

Night Owls Grades 6-8 $280/$345/$410

Session One B June 26-July 1 6 day

Bear Creek Beginnings Grades 4-6 $280/$345/$410

Science Explosion Grades 4-6 $280/$345/$410

Cast Iron Chef Grades 6-8 $280/$345/$410

Session Two July 5-10 6 day

Seekers Grades 4-6 $280/$345/$410

Sea Otter Sport Grades 4-6 $280/$345/$410

Bear Creek Adventure Grades 6-8 $280/$345/$410

Kayak Adventure Grades 7-9 $280/$345/$410

Session Three July 12-15 4 day

Bear Creek Bash A Grades 1-3 $170/$235/$300

Bear Creek Bash B Grades 4-6 $170/$235/$300

Bear Creek Bash C Grades 7-8 $170/$235/$300

Bear Creek Bash D Grades 9-12 $170/$235/$300

Session Four July 17-23 7 day

Outdoor Diva Grades 6-8 $290/$345/$410

Dolphins Grades 6-8 $290/$345/$410

Windsurfing Escape Grades 7-9 $290/$345/$410

Mariner Sailors Grades 7-9 $290/$345/$410

Session Five July 25-29 5 day

Day Camp Grades 1-12 $70

Day Camp Grades 1-12 $70

Day Camp Grades 1-12 $70

Day Camp Grades 1-12 $70

ACIT must have attended previously $300/$365/$430

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Discounts and Specials

Registration: 1. Mail Registration Form (found on page 22) to: Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana PO Box 32335 Louisville, KY 40232-2335 2. FAX Registration Form (page 22) to: 502-634-0837 3. Go to www.kyanags.org and print the form to mail, email, or fax 4. IT’S BACK!!! Register online at www. kyanags.org WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING ONLINE PAYMENTS!!!

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana will be offering two opportunities for discounts during the 2011 registration season. From the beginning of registration season until February 15th, 2011, a 25% discount will be applied to any tier you register under. After that, no discounts will be offered until the end of the season.

We cannot guarantee spaces will be available OR that the discount will be as much at that time. Please contact Amy Rehs, Camp Administrator, at 1.888.771.5170 ext 23400 for more information.

A $25 deposit is required with ALL registrations. This Registration Payment is part of your registration fee and is not an additional fee.

Send Application

Early

Registration begins on February 1st, 2011. Registration forms will be processed in the order in which they are received. In order to hold your camper’s space, send a $25 registration payment with all registration forms.

The $25 registration payment that you submit with your application is part of your registration fee and is not an additional fee.

For programs that have more registrations than spaces, a draw will be done for placement in this program.

If we are unable to place your camper, the $25 registration payment will be refunded. Given that our council covers such a broad mailing area, we have found this method is the fairest process for the girls. Camp confirmations will be mailed or emailed.

Waiting Lists After a program is filled to capacity, a waiting list is started. If a girl is placed on a waiting list, she will be notified by telephone, email, or postal mail.

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Registering with a

Buddy Girls who want to be registered as buddies in the same unit must list this on their registration form. To become listed as buddies, BOTH campers must note this on their registration form. Buddy placement is not guaranteed.

Multiple Sessions There is no limit to the number of sessions each girl may attend (financial assistance will be available for only one session). A separate registration form is required for each registration.

After Registration

Refund Policy

Once your camper is placed in a program, a Confirmation Notice with payment information will be mailed or emailed to you. The $25 registration payment that was submitted with your application is part of your registration fee and is not an additional fee. Your confirmation letter will let you know when your next payment is due. Payments can be made in two additional installments. If these installments do not work for your financial situation, please contact the Camp Registrar to set up additional payments. All summer camp fees must be paid in full

by April 1st. The only exception for this would be if you are using Cookie Dough. Please contact the Camp Registrar with this information, and a note will be made to your account.

Failure to pay will result in the removal of your camper from that program until payment is made. A camper packet will be mailed or emailed in the spring with information on arrival and departure, packing list, health card, bus information, directions to camp, etc. If there is a problem with your registration, you will be notified by a phone call, mail, or email.

The camp fee, less the $25 registration payment, will be refunded only if one or more of the following circumstances apply: the family has moved out of the area, there is a doctor’s statement, there has been a family emergency, or the camper is sent home early from camp due to illness. These refunds are pro-rated. No refund will be issued if a camper is sent home due to unacceptable behavior (see Code of Conduct in the camper packet), homesickness, head lice, or if the camper is a “no show” for the program.

Three-Tier Pricing System

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is committed to providing high-quality and affordable outdoor programming for girls. The Tier 1 price paid by families covers only 57% of the actual cost. Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana covers the remaining 43% of the cost. We have adjusted our payment system in order to ensure that every girl who wants to attend resident camp has the opportunity.

Registration Information

Bus Fees The bus is a service offered at an additional fee. You must register for the bus.

Camp Pennyroyal: $70 round trip/$40 one way

Financial

Assistance:

Requirements and Deadlines

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is committed to providing a positive experience to every girl who wants to be Bear Creek: $90 round trip/$50 one a Girl Scout. Financial Assistance way is provided so that a family’s ecoCIT and ACIT Bus Fee: $90 round trip nomic status will not be a barrier to to both camps participation. Financial Assistance will be provided as determined by Bus Fee is in addition to the the council’s budgetary resources registration fee. The bus is NOT and will be based on financial need. available for Day Camp, Family Camp, You must be a registered Girl Scout Troop Adventure Camp, or Penny in order to receive Financial AssisRole Model. tance. Girls who are registered as Girl Scouts before December 31, 2010, will receive first priority for Financial Assistance. You must submit a Financial Assistance Request Form in Cookie Dough earned by selling Girl Scout Cookies may be used to pay off order to be considered for Financial the balance of camp/bus fees. Notify Assistance. the Camp Registrar of the amount of cookie dough you will be using so a note can be made on your account.

Cookie Dough cannot be used for the confirmation deposit. It cannot be used to purchase goods at the camp Financial Assistance funds are limited.

Trading Post. Cookie Dough cannot Financial Assistance is determined be submitted for a cash refund. based on need. To apply, use a separate

Cookie Dough

Applying for Financial Assistance

Canoe Be a Leader

Challenge The “Canoe Be a Leader Challenge” was designed to exchange volunteer hours for money to go to camp. For every hour of service that you provide to your community, we will give you a dollar for your summer camp experience. You can earn up to $150 towards your summer camp fees. To enroll in this program, you will need to fill out a “Canoe Be a Leader?” registration form and someone will contact you about this opportunity to earn Camp Cash. Camp Cash has no monetary value and can only be used for Resident Camp fees. Please contact Christy Dupin at cdupin@ kyanags.org or 1.888.771.5170 ext 23100.

Financial Assistance Request for each girl. Complete all sections of the Financial Assistance Request on page 24. Parent/Guardian must fill out the Financial Assistance Request in order for the request to be reviewed. Financial Assistance Requests are due with camp registration (see registration deadlines and tips on page 19). You will receive confirmation information by mail or email.

Please call the Camp Administrator at the council office if you have questions or special circumstances to discuss (1888-771-5170 ext 23400). All financial information is kept strictly confidential.

Financial Assistance is available for one camp session per girl. Camper must be a registered Girl Scout in order to receive financial assistance.

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Camp Staff Physical Exam & staff members are mature,

Healthcare Our responsible individuals selected for Prior to camp, all campers are required to have a health exam performed by a licensed medical professional. The health exam must have been performed within the last 24 months prior to their arrival at camp.

The Health Packet we’ll send in your confirmation packet must be signed by a physician or nurse practitioner (who is licensed by the state) prior to your camp session. If you had a physical exam last year for camp, you may use that form again, but you MUST make a copy as we will be unable to recover that for you. A health history packet will be mailed to you in your Camper Packet. Additional health forms are available on the web at www.kyanags.org. These health histories enable us to provide girls with informed care while they are at camp. Please make a COPY of the signed health form before taking it to camp and keep it for your records.

The on-site Health Supervisor will oversee the distribution of medications and supervise camp health care and sanitation. In addition, most staff members at both camps are certified in First Aid and CPR. Both camps are supported by the on-call services of a physician and emergency medical services.

Both camps meet state health codes and strict Girl Scout safety guidelines, as well as standards of the American Camp Association and the American Red Cross. Campers do not have access to the phone, but you will be contacted if sickness or injury requires a visit to a doctor, or for any other issue, such as severe homesickness, injury, or illness that prevents your child from taking part in camp program activities. If you have specific concerns about your daughter’s well-being and/or behavior at camp, you may contact the Camp Director. Please see the health card for more information and for the opportunity to specify any additional instances in which you may want a phone call from camp.

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their special abilities, certifications, professionalism, and experience working with children/teens camping programs. All of our resident camp staff members are carefully selected, interviewed, and screened.

Background checks are conducted on all staff members. All staff participate in an intensive pre-camp training and ongoing trainings throughout the summer on topics such as child and adolescent development, camp skills, Girl Scout programs, healthcare, First Aid and CPR training ,and safety practices, and procedures.

Most counselors are college students or recent college graduates with experience working in schools, childcare centers, or the recreation field. We also hire international counselors each summer. These staff members greatly enhance the camp community. Campers and staff all benefit from the experience of sharing culture and program ideas from many countries.

Buses will be offered for all sessions except: Day Camp, Troop Adventure Camp,Penny Role Model and Family Camp.

Allergies, Food, and Special Requirements It is very important that we are aware of any special needs, requirements, or allergies BEFORE your camper arrives at camp. Please list any severe allergies on your registration form.

This will not affect your camper’s placement. It is meant only to help better serve your child’s specific needs. Our camps provide well-balanced meals prepared by an experienced cooking staff. If you have questions about your camper’s dietary needs, please contact the Camp Director.

Transportation From Louisville, it is about a two-hour drive to Camp Pennyroyal and about a four-hour drive to Bear Creek.

Directions to camp will be included in your camp registration confirmation packet. An environmentally-friendly alternative to driving to camp is riding the bus! The bus is convenient and lots of fun. On the way to and from camp, girls can sing songs, watch movies, and meet new friends. Our buses are air-conditioned motor coaches, leased from an established bus company with an excellent safety record. We provide staff members on the bus to monitor your camper and ensure that everyone is safe. Bus stops for Bear Creek are in Louisville, Elizabethtown, and Beaver Dam. Pennyroyal bus stops are in Louisville and Elizabethtown.

The bus fee is NOT included in your registration fee. You must indicate on your registration form that you are interested in paying extra for the bus.

Parent Information

2011 Summer Camp Registration Form Part One: Camper Information

Camper’s Name: ______________________________________________________________________________

Address:_____________________________________________________________________________________

Camper’s Email (if applicable)____________________________________________________________________

Grade Entering in the fall of 2011_____________________________ Date of Birth_________________________

Buddy Request (if applicable- not guaranteed)_______________________________________________________ Part Two: Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian’s Name: ________________________________________________________________________

Address:_______________________________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian’s Email (if applicable)______________________________________________________________

Phone Number: (home)________________________________ (cell)_____________________________________

(work)_____________________________________ (other)____________________________________________ Please send my registration confirmation, information and packets to me via (please circle one): Postal Mail

Email

Service Center: (If applicable- please circle one) Metro

Heartland

Pennyroyal

Bear Creek

Caveland Another Council

If from another council please list:

Please list any severe allergies (peanut, latex etc.) or illnesses, abilities etc. that will require special or specific attention (please feel free to use another sheet of paper if needed) this will not affect your camper’s placement, it is meant only to better help us serve your child’s specific needs:

Please turn over >>>>>

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2011 Summer Camp Registration Form Bus Reservations Bus Fees: Camp Pennyroyal: $70 round trip/ $40 one way Bear Creek: $90 round trip/ $50 one way C.I.T. and A.C.I.T.: $90 Bus fee is in addition to the registration fee

My camper will be riding the bus: (Please cirlce one) No

Yes

(If yes) They will be riding (cirlce one): Round Trip

One way to Camp

One Way from Camp

From (please circle one): Louisville

Elizabethtown

Beaver Dam (Bear Creek Only)

Part Three: Camp Registration (see directions on page 19) TIP: List 3 choices and increase your chances for placement

Choices

Program Name

Dates

Bear Creek or Pennyroyal

Fee

1.

2.

3.

Please add $12 to registration fee if you are not already a registered Girl Scout

• I give full permission for my daughter to attend camp and participate in all activities, except as indicated (attach additional paper if explanation needed). I have read and understand the camp brochure and agree to cooperate with all payment and registration policies and Girl Scout regulations.• I agree that any photographs or video footage taken of my daughter at camp may be used in publications, videos or on Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana website (www.kyanags.org) to promote Girl Scout Program. • I understand that Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is not responsible for loss or damage to camper’s personal equipment. I hereby hold Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana, Inc. harmless for any injuries or damages sustained to my daughter while in attendance.• I understand that the camp director may reassign programs to different living units if special needs or circumstances so dictate.• I understand that the phone at camp is for emergency use only and that campers are not able to use the phone. I understand that the camp director will call me if my daughter is sick or has a problem, or if there is a problem or emergency at camp. • I understand that the camp director has the authority to turn away or send my daughter home if she engages in inappropriate or bullying behavior, if she becomes exposed to any contagious diseases or head lice, or if, for any reason, she is considered not to be in good physical condition. • In keeping with ACA and Safety-Wise Standards, I understand that campers may not swim without a lifeguard; boat without supervision; swim or boat at night; possess or use alcohol or illegal drugs; possess or use weapons; or engage in violent or threatening behavior. In addition, campers are not permitted to bring the following to camp: animals; personal sports equipment (such as sailboats, kayaks, canoes, climbing gear, or other equipment that should be stored and handled safely for the protection of all people); or vehicles. I understand that campers who refuse to comply with safety guidelines or behavior expectations may be sent home. If the parent/guardian is unavailable, the emergency contact will be notified.• Permission to Treat: In case of illness or injury to my camper, I hereby give permission to the medical personnel selected by the camp director to provide routine health care; to administer medications; to order X-rays, routine test or treatment; to release any records necessary for insurance purposes; and to provide or arrange necessary related transportation for me/or my child. In the event I cannot be reached in an emergency, I hereby give permission to the licensed health care provider or physician selected by the camp director to secure and administer treatment, including hospitalization, for the person named above. My camper’s health form may be copied for trips out of camp. Please send your registration form and $25 to: Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana PO Box 32335 Louisville, KY 40232 or fax to 502.634.0837. Your registration will not be processed without the $25 (and an additional $12 if you ARE NOT currently a registered Girl Scout)

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If signing up for more than one program please fill out a separate registration form.

Parent/Guardian Signature & Date

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana www.kyanags.org

Financial Assistance Request Form Applicant Information: Please print or type and fill out completely.

Girl

Applicant Name Troop # Grade level

Service Unit Daisy

Adult

Area

County Brownie

Junior

Requestor’s Name

Cadette

Senior

Ambassador

Relationship

(if other than applicant)

Applicant Address City

State

Zip

Email

Daytime phone

Requester’s signature

Date

Financial Assistance Requested Assistance Requested

Cost of event

Family/troop contribution

Cookie dough

Amount of assistance requested

Program Event Offered by council service center service unit/area Event name, date, location

Camp Resident camp Day camp Camp name, date, location

Adult education course Course name, date, location destinations (through GSUSA) Destinations name, date, location Trips Offered by council Event name, date, location

service center

OVER: please complete both sides of form

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Camper’s Name: Financial Statement: This part MUST be completed to be considered.

1. On your Girl Scout honor, has applicant participated in both the fall product and cookie program in the past year?

Yes No If no, explain why: 2. Total annual family income: $ 3. Total number of family members in household: 4. Has the applicant received financial assistance from Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana? Yes No If yes, what event was it awarded for?

total amount: $

when:

5. Please describe any circumstances that will help us better understand your financial need. (feel free to include additional sheet):

Financial assistance is made possible, in part, through proceeds from the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana product sale programs (fall product and cookies). Participation in these programs by all members of Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is strongly encouraged. If at any time you feel you can contribute to the Family and Community Partnership campaign, please send a donation to any service center.

______________________________________________ Requester signature

Date

If application is being completed by someone other than applicant or applicant’s parent/guardian, please indicate why:

Turn into your Service Center office or the Council office.

Forms must be received one month prior to the published deadline of the event, camp, or training.

Note: Unless deadline is otherwise stated for the event.

Bear Creek Service Center 711 Jefferson St. Paducah, KY 42001 (270) 443-8704 888-771-5171 Caveland Service Center 901 Lehman Ave. Suite 7 Bowling Green, KY 42101 (270)-842-8138 888-771-5172 Hopkinsville Office 1100 South Main St. Suite 8 Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (270) 887-9390 Fax: 270-887-9391 Heartland Service Center Houchens Plaza, 200 Sycamore, # 124 Elizabethtown, KY 42701 (270) 769-5563 888-771-5173 Pennyroyal Service Center 140 Salem Dr. Owensboro, KY 42303

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Council Office and Metro Service Center 2115 Lexington Rd. Louisville, KY 40206 (502) 636-0900 888-771-5170 Please do not write in this box.

Office use only.

Total amount approved: ___________ Staff signature: _________________ Date: __________ Notification ________applicant ________event coordinator ________accounting

(270) 684-9481 888-771-5174

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Accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) Camp Pennyroyal and Bear Creek Aquatic Camp are proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). This nationally recognized organization focuses on program quality and health and safety issues at camps. ACA helps us to review every facet of our operations to make sure our camps are safe and fun!

Our camps have voluntarily submitted to this independent audit conducted by outside camping professionals and have earned the ACA’s mark of distinction.

The Value of ACA Accreditation

• ACA accreditation verifies that our camps have complied with up to 300 standards for health, safety, and program quality, which are recognized by courts of law and government regulators.

• ACA accreditation standards cover all aspects of camp operation from site/food service and health care to management and staffing.

• The ACA collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross, and other youth service agencies to assure that current practices at ACA accredited camps reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation.

• Accreditation is a parent’s best evidence of a camp’s commitment to health and safety.

• ACA Accreditation assures parents that the camp has had a regular, independent safety audit that goes beyond the normal regulations in most states.

• Find out more at www.ACAcamps.org or visit Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana online at www.kyanags.org.

Do you know someone who is great with children, loves the outdoors and would make an excellent resident camp employee? Encourage applicants to apply online at: www.kygirlscoutcamps.org.

For the latest in job openings or to apply online, go to: www.kygirlscoutcamps.org

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Note: In addition to skills and experience, minimum requirements for entry-level positions include that the applicant must be at least 18 years of age.

Troop Adventure Camp (TAC)

Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 1-12. (Must be 6 years old prior to the TAC session.)

Come with your troop to a Troop Adventure Camp (TAC) session at resident camp. You’ll participate in summer camp programs such as swimming, singing, canoeing, kayaking, campfires, games, arts & crafts, and an all-camp activity. Summer camp staff will provide food, supplies, and programs for all Girl Scout troop levels. Your troop will try out a variety of activities each day.

Meals will be served resident camp style. Troops will live together in platform tents or open-air cabin units. Remember, we’re rustic! (See page 7 for Camp Pennyroyal site information.)

Leader Notes

Please make sure to register the required number of adults in order to meet the ratios specified in Safety-Wise. You must have at least two adults registered to attend TAC (page 29 of the camp brochure).

Troops not meeting the required adult ratios may not attend Troop Adventure Camp. Leaders are responsible for supervising girls and managing behavior at all times.

Our camp staff will facilitate your programs, but they do not live in the units during TAC. Troop leaders are not required to have the Outdoor Training Certification. Tag-aLongs (younger children of leaders) may not attend Troop Adventure Camp. All TAC participants must be registered Girl Scouts. The bus is not available for Troop Adventure Camp. Troops will most likely share tents or cabins with other troops.

Specific details will be provided to leaders in an information packet after registration.

Please Note: We will do our best to place you in the session you have requested.

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Registration

Registrations will be processed on a first come/first served basis. Girl Scout leaders and girls register on the same form (see TAC registration form on page 29). Feel free to make more copies of the form if needed.

Fees

$105 per person Price includes all meals, lodging, camper insurance, program supplies, staffing & equipment. Confirmation deposit: $25 per person (due only if Troop is placed).

Penny Role Model

Camp Pennyroyal, Entering grades 1-12. (Must be 6 years old prior to the session.)

Come create special bonds and memories between you and your special female role model: mom, grandma, sister, aunt, or any other fun and positive gal-pal (21 and over).

Go swimming, do arts & crafts, take a hike, and make new friends. Meals, snacks, and programming are all included! Learn about the unbreakable bond between girls and their role models while having a traditional camp experience! (Please use the 2011 camp registration form on page 22 to register for Penny Role Model.)

TAC Session Dates: Session 1: July 10-12, 2011 Session 2: July 12-15, 2011

Calling all campers! Bring your parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, and friends to camp! Join us for a fun-filled Labor Day weekend adventure, September 2- 5. Bear Creek’s Family Camp is a chance for families to design their own camp adventures.

Try swimming, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, and archery. Make crafts, play games, hike, build sand castles, and sing around a blazing campfire. You can even take a pontoon boat ride around the lake! Special programs will be offered all weekend. Families can choose to participate in as much or as little as they please. Housing is provided in our open-air cabins and platform tents. Remember, we’re rustic! There is no electricity in the cabins or tents. (Please see page 5 for Bear Creek site information.)

Registration

Registrations will be processed on a first come/first served basis.

Use the Family Camp Registration Form on page 30 to register.

Cost

Price includes all meals, lodging, insurance, program supplies, staffing and equipment.

Ages 5 and older: $110 Children 4 and under: Free Confirmation deposit: $25 per person The confirmation deposit is due only if your family is placed in the program. Please mail your deposit within 10 business days of receiving your confirmation notice. Family Camp packets with complete details, directions, and schedule will be mailed in early August.

Labor Day Weekend September 2nd - 5th, 2011

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2011 Troop Adventure Camp Registration

Fill in the form completely. Mail to Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana, P.O. Box 32335, Louisville, KY 40232-2335 or fax to 502-634-0837. An information packet, permission slips and health forms will be mailed to the leader with confirmation of registration. The confirmation deposit is due within 10 business days of confirmation letter. The balance is due May 1st.

Please Print Troop Leader’s Name:__________________________________________________________________________Troop #:______________________________________ Leader’s Home Address:________________________________________________________________________Cirlc GS Level: ______B_______J_______C________ City:________________________________________________State: ___________________________________________Zip: ____________________________________ Daytime Phone:__________________________________________________Evening Phone:______________________________________________________________ Emergency Contact: ________________________________________________Phone Number for Emerg, Contact: ___________________________________________

Names of other adults attending

Phone Number

REQUIRED RATIOS OF ADULTS-TO-GIRLS: Two (2) adults to every: plus 2 adults to each add’l 12 Brownie Girl Scouts 6 Brownie Girl Scouts 16 Junior Girl Scouts 8 Junior Girl Scouts 20 Cadette Girl Scouts 10 Cadette Girl Scouts

Did this troop attend in 2009?

Please rank your choices ________July 10-12, 2011

____ July 13-15, 2011

Name of Girls

Address

Phone

No

Yes

Grade in Fall 2010

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

(Copy form if more lines are needed) Participants # of Girls:

29 # of adults

Fees $105.00 each girl $105.00 each adult

Please Note:

Total Amount Due: $

a confirmation deposit of $25 per person is due 10 days after troop is placed.

Bear Creek Family Camp Registration September 2-5, 2011

Please fill in the form completely. Mail to: Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana, P.O. Box 32335, Louisville, KY 40232-2335 or Fax: 502-634-0837.

Information packet will be sent with confirmation of registration. A confirmation deposit of $25 per person is due within 10 business days of notification to hold your space. The balance of the camp fee is due August 1, 2010. Space is limited.

Family Name Home Address City Daytime Phone

State

Zip

Evening Phone

Please list all participants beginning with adults. Put a check in the “G.S.” column for each Kentuckiana Girl Scout Member (girl or adult). *Record age of each minor child and an “A” for each adult in the “Age” column.

Name

Age

GS

Age*

# Participants Fee

5-Adult 4 and Under

Name

Amt. Due

$110 Free

GS

Age*

Please list your unit preference (placement is not guaranteed): ____ Tent

_____ Open Aired Cabin

Total Due

Please explain if there is anyone in your group with physical or age limitations who needs housing near the main area of camp. Our camp site is rustic, but we will do our best to accommodate.

Unit Preference:____________________

I am voluntarily registering my family for this event. I hereby hold Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana harmless for any injury or damages sustained while in attendance. I have read and understand the camp brochure and agree to cooperate with all Girl Scout policies and regulations. I understand that Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is not responsible for loss or damage to my family’s personal equipment. I understand that families are responsible for the care and supervision of their own children. I understand that confirmation deposits are not refundable if my family is confirmed for camp, and the balance is refundable only for emergency reasons. Permission is granted to use any camp pictures of myself and my family members for Girl Scout promotional purposes.

Signature: ________________________________________________

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Dates: ____________________________

2115 Lexington Road P.O. Box 32335 Louisville, KY 40232-2335

REGISTRATION BEGINS ON FEBRUARY 1ST, 2011 FOR ALL RESIDENT CAMP PROGRAMS. Payment Deadlines A $25 deposit is required with ALL registrations. This Registration Payment is part of your registration fee and is not an additional fee.

Your Payment Schedule will be mailed to you with your confirmation.

Final Family Camp Payment: August 1 An unpaid balance will result in cancellation of session placement

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is open to all girls and adults regardless of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, HIV and AIDS, disability, age, socio-economic status, political affiliation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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