Camp and Parent Info
All Girls Welcome
All girls are invited to Girl Scout camp! If a girl is not yet a registered Girl Scout, she can still attend camp by registering online or via paper form and including an additional $12 for a Girl Scout membership. She will then be eligible for Girl Scout programming through September 30, 2013. Adults who are attending GSNWGL programs also need to be registered Girl Scouts.
Quiz: Which camp are you ready for?
Not sure what camp to send your daughter to this summer? Take this short quiz to help you figure it out!
Frequently Asked Questions
This slideshow will help to answer your camp questions. Camp staff are always available to answer questions as well! Contact 888.747.6945 or property@gsnwgl.org with any camp-related questions.
Bully-Free Zone
Bullying is NOT tolerated at Girl Scout camp. It takes our entire Girl Scout community to create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. Visit our Stand Against Bullying webpage to learn more about bullying prevention.
Busing
Bus transportation is available for most camp sessions for an additional fee. Please see each camp’s webpage for specific busing information and costs. Bus stop locations and pick up/drop off times will be listed on our website in the camp bus stops section as that information becomes available.
Camp Party Packet
If you are a parent or a Troop Leader looking for some fun camp activities to get your daughter or troop excited about camp, we have just the thing for you! Check out this packet filled with games, songs, activities, and snack ideas to get your girls in the camping spirit!
Buddies
Girls are welcome to bring a friend with them to a summer program! Please be sure they register for the same event at the same time and include each other’s names in the indicated fields with their registrations. What a great way to share the joy of Girl Scouting!
Curious about what’s going on at camp? Visit our camp Facebook pages; our camp staff will keep you updated!
www.facebook.com/campsacajawea
www.facebook.com/campbirchtrails
www.facebook.com/campnawakwa
www.facebook.com/campwinnecomac
www.facebook.com/campnesbit
Girl Planning
Each camp session described in this planner provides an idea of what activities will be included at camp; however, girl input helps determine what activities happen. When the girls help make program decisions, they are discovering their interests, trying new things, and engaging in cooperation and team-building.
Grades
All grades listed for summer program events and camp sessions refer to the grades girls will be entering in the fall of 2013.
Health Forms
A completed Health History Form is required in order to attend Girl Scout camp. A physical exam at least 24 months prior to the last day of the camp session is also necessary for anyone attending programs with three or more overnights, and medical personnel must sign the Health History Form verifying these conditions have been met. The form can be found at http://gsnw.gl/HealthHistory.
Property Management
All GSNWGL camp properties follow the recommended guidelines from Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) with regard to health and safety, and permits are renewed annually by the state following health and safety inspections. Camp Birch Trails is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). The ACA is a community of camp professionals dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults through the camp experience. Accreditation is voluntary and involves scrutiny of camp staff, facilities, safety, and risk. Accreditation is your assurance that this camp has been evaluated and is nationally-recognized in every area of operation and management.
Safety
Safety is our number one concern in Girl Scouting! Our camp staff is well-trained in safety procedures to keep your daughter safe. All camps follow Girl Scout and state standards for health and safety.
Special Needs
All camps are prepared to accommodate a wide variety of abilities, special needs, and dietary restrictions. Please contact the camp prior to registering so preparations can be made to make your camper’s experience the best it can be. Be sure to list all special needs in the appropriate field during registration.
