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
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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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