GSHH 2022 Summer Camp Brochure
Find your adventure.
Welcome to camp!
Hi, I’m your new mascot for Rock Hill Camp! Help name me by scanning the QR Code below and voting for your favorite! My raccoon friends and I are really excited to welcome you back to camp this summer. We and our other friendly wildlife neighbors invite you to enjoy Rock Hill’s 190 wooded acres – perfect for a variety of fun summer activities! Here, campers have several different ways of experiencing the outdoors. In addition to a lake for boating and swimming, there are hiking trails, an archery range, challenge courses, two zip lines, a large game field, the Glen for campfires and gatherings, and plenty of program space for badge work, crafts, and other camp fun!
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Help us name GSHH’s new camp mascots!
Hi, I’m your new mascot for Camp Addisone Boyce (CAB)! Help name me by scanning the QR code below and vote for your favorite! You might see me and my other forest friends around camp, but we mostly keep to ourselves. We don’t like to get in the way of your fun! Camp at CAB is the perfect place to get back to nature. There is a large lake for boating, environmental activities, and even fishing! The camp also has multiple trails for hiking, a low ropes course, an archery range, a large game field, a pool, and outdoor space for a variety of camp activities. We can’t wait to see you!
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Table of Contents
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Page 5
Welcome Letter
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COVID-19 Safety Guidelines
Pages 7-8
Información en español
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Registration & Financial Assistance
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Discount Information
Pages 11-12
Camp Session Schedules
Page 13
Counselors & Staff
Pages 14-15
Camp Readiness Quizzes
Page 16
Retail Trading Post
Pages 17-24
General Camp Information
Pages. 25-31
CAB Information & Session Descriptions
Pages 32-39
Rock Hill Information & Session Descriptions
Dear Campers and Camp Families, It’s hard to believe we’re planning for Summer Camp again, but the promise of warm days and sunlight that lasts beyond 5pm is what gets us through the long, cold winter days. You have all done an extraordinary job navigating our changing world these past two years, you should all be incredibly proud of yourself (you too, adults!). Some of our younger and newest Girl Scouts have never known a time without virtual activities and socially distanced troop meetings. This year, we are hoping that all Girl Scouts take the opportunity to get outdoors and try summer camp. When you take on the adventure of summer camp, you will meet new friends, tackle new experiences, and make memories that will last a lifetime! GSHH camps provide girls with unlimited opportunities to experience nature and the outdoors in a girl-led and girl-planned environment. The camp adventure begins when girls leave the comforts of home and their screens behind and take the leap into the outdoors. After her first taste of camp, you will see that her creativity and individuality flourish! Our counselors and staff will respect and challenge your campers as they spend time with girls who have similar interests. In the natural outdoor setting, campers will gain confidence and independence. Just one camp session will build to a better understanding of herself and her leadership skills. As a camper, you are welcomed into the “sisterhood” and camaraderie of the camp family. This experience is unique and one that truly lasts a lifetime. Whether you are a seasoned camper or experiencing camp for the first time, you will be welcomed with open arms. Please know that everyone is accepted, everyone is encouraged, and everyone is fully embraced for their uniqueness! We are so excited to welcome new campers and welcome back experienced ones for another amazing summer adventure at Rock Hill and Camp Addisone Boyce. We can’t wait to see you! Yours in Girl Scouting, Marie Reger, CEO Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc.
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Our 2022 Camp Season & COVID-19**
As we plan for the 2022 summer camp season, we have to acknowledge that COVID-19 is still a concern for both campers and staff. As the recommendations are evolving, we will do our best to prepare for whatever challenges are ahead. Our health and safety plan will provide everyone with the safest environment possible. Camp is not a risk-free environment, but as evidenced by our successful 2021 camp season last summer, the safety procedures and policies put in place are effective in minimizing this risk and help us provide an amazing summer camp experience to Girl Scouts. It is likely that GSHH will need to amend or update its plans as we move closer to summer camp to abide by the guidance set forth by the CDC, New York State, and local Departments of Health. We will communicate any updates with you as they are made available.
Health Screening & COVID-19 Vaccinations All campers and staff will be required to have daily health screenings and temperature checks. Campers age 5 and above who have been vaccinated must produce proof of vaccination* (vaccine card). All other campers who have not been vaccinated must produce a negative COVID-19 test (taken within 72 hours of arrival at camp). This can be a PCR test or a rapid test - both meet the necessary New York State guidelines. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required as mandated by the CDC, NYS, and local Departments of Health. *Uploaded to immunization section in CampDocs. Parents will receive an email with information on CampDocs after sessions have been confirmed.
Group Size Campers will be organized into small, self-contained groups with dedicated supervisory staff that stay together all day, every day.
Hand Washing There will be mandatory hand washing and sanitizing protocols between each activity period. Hand sanitizing stations will be located at all food service areas and every activity area.
Food & Meals Food and snacks at Rock Hill Camp will be individualized and pre-packaged in the kitchen and served cafeteria-style to minimize contact. Food will be eaten in outdoor pavilions with cohorts seated at assigned tables. Sharing of food or drink is prohibited.
**Please note, guidance is up-to-date as of 12/1/2021, and subject to change.
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5 Razones Principales Para Elegir Campamento de Girl Scouts ¡Este verano, traela a un lugar segúro, enriquecedor y más importante, lleno de diversion! En nuestros campamentos, creemos que las niñas no deben de tener que elegir entre actividades de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería o matemáticas (STEM); y la moda, tiro con arco, pescando o en artesanías. Sabemos que las niñas tienen una gran variedad de intereses, y en Girl Scouts, ellas pueden probar un poco de todo.
1. El sentimiento de familia! No hay nada mejor que el sentimiento de comunidad cuando un grupo de individuos positivos y amable se juntan para divertirse. Campamento de Girl Scouts fomenta relaciones sanas y crea amistades que dura toda la vida.
2. ¡Seguridad, seguridad, seguridad! ¿Sabías que las normas de seguridad de Girl Scouts son más estrictas que el Departamento de salud? En el campamento de Girl Scouts, tenemos ratios de adultos a niñas mas altas , personal bien entrenado y políticas de seguridad mas estrictas asegurando que no importa la cantidad de diversión que ella tiene, va a ser de la manera más segura posible. Las tres de nuestros campamentos están acreditado por el American Camp Association (ACA). 3. Guiado por niñas. ¡Elegido por niñas! Queremos que las niñas tengan una voz. Y eso incluye ayudar de decidir las actividades de la semana. En el campamento de Girl Scouts, campistas ayudan a hacer decisiones que afectan al grupo y tienen la oportun- idad de planear la semana, así es todo acerca de ellas, y haciendo lo que hace a ellas más feliz.
4. ¡Foco al aire libre! Es tan fácil quedarse atrapados en el ajetreo de la vida cotidiana, las niñas necesitan una oportunidad para conectar con la naturaleza - mira las estrellas, contar cuentos alrededor de la fogata, caminar por los arroyos para ver lo que vive alli, corer por campos abiertos. Ser al aire libre para explorar es una parte por excelencia de la infancia. 5. ¡Modelos positivos! Cuando pedimos a los campistas y los padres compartir sus aspectos favoritos del Campamento de Girl Scouts, nuestros empleados siempre hacen la lista. Nuestros monitores no sólo hacen el campamento divertido y estimulantes, sino inspiran a la próxima generación de niñas.
Para más información del progama de campamento y hablar con alguien en español: Llame a Carolina Mena 914.747.3080 X 747 o Melissa McEvoy, directora del campamento mmcevoy@girlscoutshh.org
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Inscripcion y Asistencia Financiera
La Inscripcion es Facil Las inscripciones abren el Martes 11 de Enero de 2022 a las 12:00 del medio dia. 1. Para registrarse, vaya a www.girlscoutshh.org y haga clic en Programas y Eventos 2. Usando el Menú en el lado izquierdo, seleccione Calendario 3. Use las teclas con las flechas para bajar y escoger la sesión del campamento al que desea inscribirse. 4. Haga clic en el nombre de la sesión, que le llevará a una página con información adicional 5. Haga clic en el botón Inscríbase ahora en el centro de la página 6. Le pedirá que inicie sesión con su dirección de correo electrónico 7. Siga las indicaciones para completar la inscripción.
Pagos Se requiere un depósito no reembolsable de $75 para asegurar la sesión de cada niña. El pago total de todos los programas del campamento lo tenemos que recibir antes del jueves 1 de junio. Si no lo recibimos su reservación puede ser cancelada. El pago se puede realizar mediante giro postal, cheque o tarjeta de crédito. Dough-Si-Dough también se puede utilizar para cualquiera de sus pagos de inscripción del campamento, excluyendo el depósito no reembolsable de $75. Para usar Dough-Si-Dough como pago, comuníquese con atención al Customer Care 1-855-232-GSHH (4744).
Becas de Campamentos
Se requiere un depósito no reembolsable de $75 para asegurar la sesión de su niña. El pago total de todos los programas del campamento lo tenemos que recibir antes del jueves 1 de junio. Para aplicar, visite www.girlscoutshh.org/ Si no lo recibimos su reservación puede ser forms y haga clic en Las Aplicaciones de el cancelada. El pago se puede realizar mediante campamento. Los mejores campamentos giro postal, cheque o tarjeta de crédito. Doughestán acreditados por ACA, al igual que los Si-Dough también se puede utilizar para campamentos GSHH! La acreditación de cualquiera de sus pagos de inscripción del la Asociación Americana de Campamentos campamento, excluyendo el depósito no muestra un compromiso con programas de reembolsable de $75. Para usar Dough-Si-Dough alta calidad, estándares de seguridad y mecomo pago, comuníquese con atención al Cusjores prácticas comerciales. Para obtener más tomer Care 1-855-232-GSHH (4744). información sobre ACA, visite acacamps.org.
Cada inscripción requiere un depósito no reembolsable de $75.
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Registration and Financial Assistance Info
Registration is Easy
Out of Council Registration
Registration opens on - Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 12:00 PM. 1. To register, go to www.girlscoutshh.org and click on the Programs and Events tab 2. Using the Menu on the left side, select Calendar 3. Using the arrow keys, scroll to the month of the Summer Camp Session you want to register for 4. Click on the session name, which will take you to a page with additional information 5. Click on the Register Now button in the middle of the page 6. You will be prompted to sign in using your email address 7. Follow the prompts to complete the registration
We are happy to announce that we are opening camp registration for out of council girls. If you know of a Girl Scout interested in attending one of GSHH’s camps, please forward them the registration information.
All registrations require a non-refundable $75 deposit.
Payments A $75 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your girl’s session. Full payment for all camp programs is due by Wednesday, June 1, 2022. If the balance of camp tuition is not received by June 1st, we may cancel your reservation. We accept payments by money order, check, or credit card. Dough-Si-Dough may be applied toward any of your camp registration fees, excluding the $75 nonrefundable deposit. To use Dough-Si-Dough as payment, please contact Customer Care at 1-855-232-GSHH (4744).
Camperships Camperships are available to Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson (GSHH) members who would like to attend a GSHH summer camp but cannot afford the cost. Using one form per girl, please complete the campership application. The Campership form must be accompanied by a $75 deposit per session. Applicants submitting a financial assistance application will be reimbursed their deposit if they are not awarded a Campership. The deadline to apply for a Campership is Wednesday, April 13, 2022. To apply, visit www.girlscoutshh.org/forms and click on the Campership Applications. The best camps are ACA accredited, just like GSHH camps! American Camp Association accreditation shows a commitment to high quality programs, safety standards, and best business practices. To learn more about ACA, visit acacamps.org.
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Discount Information GSHH Discounts Please make sure to review the following discount information prior to registration as some of the discounts are new or have changed. These discounts apply to Resident and Day Camp programs for registered members of Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson only. Please note: discounts cannot be combined. Also, discounts not apply to Super STARs, CIT I, or CIT II sessions. It is at the discretion of the family to choose which discount they would like to apply when registering their girl for camp.
Early Bird Discount The Early Bird Discount is available from January 11 - March 1, 2022 for those who pay in full at the time of registration until session capacity is met. This discount gives the registrant 10% off a camp session, with a maximum discount of $100 per camp session.
Do not register via myGS if you are taking the Early Bird Discount. Complete and submit the Early Bird Form only.
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Siblings Discount *No action required from parent/ caregiver •
If two siblings register, each camper will receive a $25 trading post/shop gift card. • If three or more siblings register for camp, each camper will receive a $40 trading post/shop gift card. Gift card can be utilized during camp season or for any Girl Scout product/registration.
Multi Week Discount *No action required from parent/ caregiver If registering for an entire summer, campers will receive a $375 (CAB) or $675 (RHC) voucher for a summer camp session in 2023. If a camper attends a combination of sessions at both camps for the entire summer they will receive a voucher for $375 for summer 2023.
If you intend to take advantage of the Early Bird Discount, you must fill out and submit the Early Bird Form here. A member of our team will contact you to complete your registration. • Each registration will be processed in the order it is received. • Completing this form does not guarantee a place in the camp session(s) requested.
Campers whose orders are placed with a $75 deposit and paid in full by March 1, 2022 will receive a complimentary sweatshirt. GSHH staff will reach out after 3/1/2022 to get sizes.
Early Bird Discounts cannot be applied once registration has taken place, staff assistance is required prior to registration to receive this discount. This form will remain open and should be used to request the Early Bird Discount through March 1, 2022 at 4pm.
Para más información y hablar con alguien en español: Llame a Carolina Mena914.747.3080 X 747 o Melissa McEvoy,directora del campamento mmcevoy@girlscoutshh.org
2022 Camp Sessions Camp Addisone Boyce Program Level Register based on grade girl is entering in fall 2022
Week 1: July 5-8 Works of Art
Week 2: Week 3: July 11-15 July 18-22 Super Master Chef STEM Stars! Scouts!
Brownie (one-week programs)
ART at C.A.B.! $300
Junior (one-week programs)
Painting Like Camp Picasso Detectives $300 $375
Junior (two week programs)
The ART of Science $745
Cadettes (one-week programs) Cadettes (two-week programs) Senior/ Ambassador (two-week programs) Ages 16-17
Colors of the Wind $300
Inventors! $375
Investigate $375
STEAM Supreme! $745
Super STARs Session 1 $300
CIT I $900
Week 4: July 25-29 Water You Waiting For?
Week 5: August 1-5 Adventure Awaits!
Week 6: August 8-12 No I in Team!
A World of Snacks $375
Water, Water, Adventure Everywhere! Girl Scouts! $375 $375
Games Galore! $375
Whip it Up! $375
Splashtastic! Adventure $375 Challenge $375
Get Moving! $375
Wet & Wild Adventures $820 Bake Away the Day $375
Making Waves $375
A Boat-Load of Fun $820
Super STARs Session 2 $395
CIT 2 Session 1 $300
Sister Strength! $820
Time for High Gamer Gals Adventure! $375 $375
Trailblazer $820
Super STARs Session 3 $395
CIT 2 Session 2 $300
CIT 2 Session 3 $300
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2022 Camp Sessions Rock Hill Camp Program Level Register based on grade girl is entering in fall 2022
Week 1: July 3-8 Olympics
Week 2: July 10-15 Nature
Week 4: July 24-29 Cooking
Week 5: July 31 August 5 Camping 101
Week 6: August 7-12 Out of this World
Brownie (one-week programs)
RHC Olympics $675
Let’s Get Buggy $675
Fairy Finders Snacktastic $675 $675
I Love Camp! Under the $675 Stars $675
Junior (one-week programs
Red, White, Blue, and You! $675
Happy Habitats $675
Back to the Future $675
Creative Cooking $675
Let’s Go Camping $675
Cadette (one-week programs)
Olympic Extravaganza! $675
Tree Time $675
Curtain Call $675
Bon Appetit The Great $675 Outdoors $675
Cadette (two-week programs)
Zip, Zip, Away! $1520
Senior (one-week programs)
Nature-Al Beauty $675
Senior (two-week programs)
Senior/ Ambassador (two-week programs)
To Infinity & Beyond $675 To Infinity & Beyond $675
Brains $1350
RHC Got Talent $675
Starry Night $675
Outpost $1350
Ambassador Oh Captain, (one-week My Captain programs) $675
Water Everywhere $675
RHC Got Talent $675
Out of this World! $675 High Adventure $1430
Super STARs Session 1 $680
Ages 16-17 CIT I $1000
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Week 3: July 17-22 Theater
Super STARs Session 2 $680 CIT II Session 1 $360
Super STARs Session 3 $680 CIT II Session 2 $360
CIT II Session 3 $360
Counselors & Staff
At Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, your camper will have the opportunity for personal development in a safe environment. We work hard to provide these values through the hiring and training of qualified staff and offering a high quality outdoor experience. Camp Directors recruit and screen mature qualified staff who have a desire to share their enthusiasm for camping, the outdoors, and arts with girls. All camp staff participate in an intensive pre-camp training which includes Girl Scout program and philosophy, CPR and First-Aid Certifications, camp, relationship skills, risk management, behavior management, and more. Additional training is provided for adventure programs and specialty activities. All camp staff may assist in specialty programs and around camp. Do you know someone who would love to work at summer camp? We are currently hiring for all positions including Nurses, Counselors, and Program Activity Specialists. Applicants interested in applying for a resident camp position who are 16-17 years old are welcome to apply as a Junior Counselor. All other staff must be at least 18 years old. Day camp applicants must be at least 16 years old. You can apply directly on our website at www.girlscoutshh.org/campjobsor by scanning the QR code below. Did you know?
Rock Hill Camp and Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp are both accredited by the American Camp Association and meet the safety standards set for by Girl Scouts of the USA and the New York State Department of Health.
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Adult Camp Readiness Quiz
Is your girl ready for summer camp? Are you? Find out whether she’s ready to attend resident camp at Rock Hill or day camp at Camp Addisone Boyce with these helpful quizzes! Directions: Answer the quiz as honestly as you can. At the end of the quiz, tally your score and see if you and your girl are ready for camp. Point Scale: 1 = No Way! 2 = Maybe 3 = Yes!
Adult Day Camp Quiz: • I’m ready for my girl to have a great girl experience during her days at camp! • Are you comfortable to drop off your camper with a quick wave and ‘goodbye’? • Are you comfortable with your girl spending the day in an outdoor rustic setting where there are insects, it may rain, and she will get dirty? • Are you able to relax and enjoy yourself when your girl is at a sleepover? • Are you okay with sending your girl to camp with a packed lunch each day? Total Points: 5-7 Points: Not quite ready yet? Try spending more time together with your girl and/or her troop in an outdoor setting! 8-11 Points: You may be ready for day camp! See if a girl from your girl’s troop would like to attend day camp together. 12-15 Points: You are ready to send your girl to day camp!
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Adult Resident Camp Quiz: • Are you comfortable when your girl is at a sleepover? • Are you confident in your child’s ability to wash and brush her own hair? • Are you willing to work with your child so she will be ready for camp? • Are you prepared to not see or speak with your daughter for several days? • Are you comfortable with your child living/playing in a rustic setting where there are insects, she will get dirty, and it may rain? • Does your daughter enjoy meeting new friends and accept others who are different from her? • Can you help adhere to the rule about no phone, TV, computer/tablets, or electronic toys? • Will your girl enjoy sleeping, eating, and playing with girls who may not be her best friends at home? • Would you be okay communicating with your child only by mail? • Are you prepared to entrust her care to camp staff? • Do you think your daughter is ready to have a blast at resident camp? Total Points: 11-18 Points: Not quite ready? Before camp starts, try weekend or family camping! 19-24 Points: You may be ready for resident camp! You may be more comfortable if your girl brings a buddy or attends a cabin program camp session. 25-33 Points: You are ready to send your girl to resident camp! You are confident in your girl’s abilities to attend camp.
Are you ready for summer camp? Directions: Answer the quiz as honestly as you can. At the end of the quiz, tally your score and see if you are ready for camp!
Girl Camp Readiness Quiz
Point Scale: 1 = No Way! 2 = Maybe 3 = Yes!
Girl Day Camp Quiz: • Are you excited to try new things? • Are you comfortable going to a new place and making new friends? • When you have a problem, will you go to an adult and share it with them? • Have you had a sleepover at a friend’s house and had fun? • Are you comfortable leaving your cell phone, tablet, or favorite toy at home while at camp? • Are you excited about playing, singing, and eating with new friends who may not be your friends from home? Total Points: 6-7 Points: Talk to your parents about spending a day together outdoors at a local or state park to help prepare you for a day camp!
Girl Resident Camp Quiz: • Do you love sleepovers at your friend’s house? • Can you wash and brush your hair on your own? • Are you brave when you see bugs, mice, or hear strange noises at night? • Can you make your bed and keep track of your own things? • Would you be okay if you had to walk to a nearby building to use the bathroom at night with a buddy or your camp counselor? • Can you go without air-conditioning in your living unit and/or walking around in the New York summer heat? • When you have a problem, will you go to an adult and share it with them? • Can you survive without a phone, TV, computer/ tablet, or electronic toys? • Are you willing to help with camp chores such as sweeping, setting tables, and picking up trash? • Do you love to make new friends? • Are you excited and ready to go to resident camp? Total Points:
8-14 Points: You may be ready for day camp! To help you feel ready for day camp consider bringing a buddy to camp.
11-18 Points: Try day camp with an optional overnight (if permitted), or plan a camp trip with your troop or family to get more comfortable.
15-21 Points: You are ready for day camp! See you soon!
19-24 Points: You may be ready for resident camp. Bring a buddy with you, or try a cabin session program. 25-33 Points: You are ready for resident camp! See you soon!
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Retail Trading Post
Camper Essentials 2022 Set your camper up with everything she needs to have an awesome summer! Parents can add funds to their girls’ trading post accounts at the time of registration or with cash at dropoff. Any unused trading post funds will be returned in the form of Dough-si-Dough to be used for future programs or activities.
Resident Camper Basics $40.00
Day Camper Basics $45.00 • • • • •
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Full-size Backpack Lunch Bag Water Bottle Camp Patch 2 Camp Bracelets
Full-size Backpack Flashlight Water Bottle Camp Patch 2 Camp Bracelets
Optional Add-Ons • • • • • • • •
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Sleeping Bag (Outdoor Quality) $45.00 Sweatshirt - $25.00 Long Sleeve T-Shirt - $25.00 Towel - $15.00 Mess Kit - $10.00 Youth Poncho - $6.00 Goggles - $6.00 Tie-Dye Kit - $35.00 (Includes: 1 each t-shirt, bandanna, pillow case, socks, and 3 scrunchies)
General Camp Information
Check In/Check Out:
Emergency Numbers
Rock Hill Camp:
Rock Hill: 845-628-6611 CAB: 845-786-5800
• Check in for each session is on Sunday at 2pm. • Check Out is every Friday at 5pm. • Check-in will be done drive-through style. Please park behind the gate at the front and wait until you are let in. There will be two lines of vehicles. • If you arrive early, please stay in your vehicle until check-in/check-out begins. If you plan on picking up your camper early, make sure to inform the Camp Director via phone, email, and/or written on the PickUp Form in CampDocs. • Please make sure that your camper is wearing appropriate closed toed shoes at check-in, and that she carries her day pack with her water bottle, sun screen, and bug repellent.
Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp: Morning drop-off is at 7:50am at camp and afternoon pick-up is at 4pm. Please be sure to have your ID with you as you will need it to pick up your camper.
Camp Visitors/Phone Calls Because camp is a growing experience for girls, visiting campers during a session is not permitted and campers cannot be contacted by telephone. Please do not promise your camper she will be able to call home. You are encouraged to write letters! Please also refrain from calling camp staff to ‘check-in’ on your camper. If there is a concern or a problem, camp staff will contact you. Think ‘no news is good news’!
Mail (Resident Camp Only) Campers love getting mail! You can bring camper mail to Check-in for the entire week and save yourself some postage. To send something to your camper via USPS, each camp’s mailing address is the same as the physical address. Keep in mind that anything mailed after Monday may not arrive before Check-Out on Friday. Remember, before dropping off camper mail at Check-In, make sure to include: • Camper Name and Camper’s Session Name: if there are specific days you want items delivered, please also write this on the envelope. Important Note: Do not send food, snacks, candy, gum, soda, electronics, etc. to your camper. Food and sweets are not allowed in the units due to insects and other critters. They will be taken by camp staff and returned at checkout. You can also send your camper a CampGram from the CampGram portal on CampDocs. These will be printed each day and given out during mail time. Mail time is once a day between Siesta and Dinner. Anything sent after 11am will be printed and delivered the next day. We encourage parents and family members to send mail to their campers. Please try not to say things like ‘I miss you so much.’ Instead, ask your camper fun questions about what they are doing each day, have they made new friend, etc. You can view suggestions on what to say and what not to say in our Missing Home section.
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General Camp Information
Medical Information
Camper Health Forms: All camper health forms will be available online through CampDocs. You will be given access to CampDocs shortly after registration. All camper health forms (including vaccination records, allergies, medications, insurance, physical, etc.) and the Pick-Up Form are required to be submitted online through CampDocs prior to arrival at camp. The camp nurses will review the camper health forms and contact you if sections are incomplete or if they have questions in regard to your camper’s health. If health forms are not completed prior to check-in, the camper will not be allowed to remain at camp until the forms are completed. No refunds or adjustments in fees will be made for non-attendance due to incomplete health forms.
Health Check at Camp Check-In:* All campers will be checked for a fever and head lice during the Check-In process. Campers with either lice or nits will be sent home for treatment to ensure the health and safety of the rest of our camp community. The camper may be admitted to camp for a later session once she is lice and nit free. The payment for your session will be applied to a future camp session in the summer. If no sessions are available, you will receive a refund minus the $75 deposit. For prevention, we highly encourage parents to check for lice prior to arriving at camp.
Health Screening & COVID-19 Vaccinations:* All campers and staff will be required to have daily temperature checks and a pre-camp negative COVID-19 test that must be presented at check-in. Campers age 5 and above who have been vaccinated must produce Proof of Vaccination (Vaccine Card).** All other campers who’ve not been vaccinated must produce a negative COVID-19 test (taken within 72 hours of arrival at camp). This can be a COVID-19 lab test or a rapid test - both meet the necessary NYS guidelines. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required as mandated by the CDC, NYS, and local departments of health.
Medications: If your camper has medication, vitamins, OTC medications, or itch relief cream, please have it labeled with her name and give it to the Nurse at Check-In. Medications must be labeled and in their original packaging. No pill cases or loose medication will be accepted. Campers are not allowed to have their medications with them in their units (Exception: epi-pens and inhalers. These will be given to her counselor, but please bring them to the Nurse at Checkin and they will be delivered to her counselor). Reminder: make sure to see the Nurse at Check-out to retrieve your medications; they will not be given to the camper prior to Checkout. *Processes may be updated to reflect COVID-19 guidelines at the time of camp session. **Upload to immunization section in CampDocs.
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General Camp Information
What are Kapers?
Photography
At Girl Scout Camp, girls are active members of our camp community and are assigned daily chores, called “Kapers.” Kapers may include picking up trash around camp, setting tables at mealtimes, or cleaning the washhouse. In addition, girls are expected to keep their personal items picked up in their living area.
We know how much fun your camper has with us and understand you’re excited for us to share photos of her camp experience with you. While we do our best to take photos, our top priority is making sure your camper is having the best camp experience possible. Photos will be posted on our social media accounts, be sure to like or follow our pages!
Here are a few things to keep in mind: • We will post photos as often as we can. We are very Today’s campers have grown up in a world busy making sure that camp is running safely and connected by technological devices. An imyour camper is having a great experience. We are in portant hallmark of camp is to balance this a rural area - sometimes our camp Internet goes out reality with a high-quality outdoor experience and delays uploading photos. aimed at inspiring respect for the natural • Camp staff will not interrupt our campers’ expeworld year round. To provide this important rience to take photos, nor will we force campers to experience, we require campers to leave all take photos if they don’t want to. electronics at home. Any cell phones, mp3 • Candid photos are often taken while girls are doing players, iPods, handheld gaming devices, various activities so it may not be a posed picture. wearable technology (Apple watch, Fitbits, • We try to take multiple photos of each unit weekly. etc.), e-readers, iPads, tablets, and computWe cannot guarantee we can get photos of them er-like objects brought to camp will be coldoing everything while at camp, but we will try our lected and stored in the Camp Director’s office best. until the camper is picked up at Check-out. We • Don’t worry if your camper doesn’t have a huge also highly discourage campers from bringsmile in every photo. Sometimes campers are thinking hair dryers or curling irons. We appreciate ing or concentrating on their activity and may not your family’s efforts to support this important always have a big smile. If we ever have concerns requirement. about your camper while she is at camp, we will contact you. Swimsuits at Camp • We welcome campers to bring digital cameras to We highly recommend you send your campers camp, and encourage them to capture the fun from with 1 or 2 single-piece swimsuits and a cover their perspective. Keep in mind that other devices up. Due to the active nature of camp and the are not allowed as we are teaching them to ‘unplug’ large number of hours spent in the sun, we from the online world once in a while. want to make sure your camper is as protected • Group photos will be taken each session and availas possible, which includes recommending the able for $12.00 each, payable by cash at drop-off. safest swim wear. Please be sure to also send water-proof sun screen (recommended SPF 30 Please see our technology policy for further details. or higher). If you have any questions or conGSHH is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged cerns, please contact us. items that are brought to camp.
Cell Phones/Technology
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Girls with Special Needs (Including special dietary needs) Please contact the Camp Director for campers requiring special diets (including food allergies), special health care, or mobility accommodations. At that time, you will be able to discuss the nature of your camper’s needs and gather additional information to determine if the camp can provide the proper support, supervision, and necessary accommodations for your camper to have a safe, fulfilling, and fun camp experience. To be successful at camp, your camper needs to be independent in showering, dressing, using the restroom, and be able to manage within the camper to staff ratio (1:1 camper to staff ratios are not permitted). We are dedicated to serving ALL girls in our council and accommodations can be made in many cases. Please contact the Camp Director for more information prior to registering.
Camper Behavior Everyone is expected to live by the Girl Scout Promise and Law while at camp. The camp staff will do everything possible to help girls adjust to camp life. GSHH reserves the right to send home from camp any girl who consistently exhibits unsuitable behavior or endangers herself or the camp community, or whose actions toward other are unacceptable. In this case, the camper’s parents/guardians are responsible for picking her up in a timely manner. There will be no refund or adjustment for camp fees.
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When Bad Weather Happens Our outdoor activities depend on good weather. In the case of bad weather (lightening, thunder, or high winds), it may become too dangerous to continue with the activity. The decision to cancel due to bad weather is left up to the Camp Director who is trained in the safety standards of the activity. We will do our absolute best to reschedule any canceled activities, or offer an alternative replacement due to weather. This depends on the weather and the time/day of the week. Our primary concern at all times is for the girls’ safety. No refunds or adjustments in fees will be made for canceled activities due to weather. We encourage you not to worry. Our staff is trained on what to do and where to go during bad/severe weather. Also, we do not want to put you in danger trying to get to camp. If an event occurs, we will implement our Emergency Plan and our camp team will contact you with specific information regarding when and where to pick up your camper.
What if it is really hot outside? We still have a fun at camp even when it’s hot outside. We encourage the girls to drink plenty of water and play water games/activities. All campers are encouraged to bring a personal sized battery powered clip on fan. Please encourage your camper to spend increasing amounts of time outdoors prior to arriving at camp so that being in the heat is not a total shock to her.
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Camp Activities
Camp Names
Weather permitting, each camper gets the opportunity to go swimming during their sessions. Each program listed gives a general outline of what’s planned for that week, however, Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson’s camps promote girl-led program opportunities for our campers. We offer a certain amount of freedom for the girls as a group to choose their additional program options for their stay, that way no two camp sessions are ever the same! All campers will get to take part in traditional camp activities such as campfire, songs, arts and crafts, boating, archery, and swimming.
Ever wonder why the camp staff have unique nicknames? The relationship between campers and camp staff is unlike any other. Calling staff “Ms./Mr.” is too formal for the camp setting, and calling counselors by their first name is too familiar. Camp Names have become a great way to handle the ‘what to call them’ dilemma, and have become a time-honored tradition. Camp staff choose a name that reminds them of things they like, or places they’re from, or sometimes just use a nickname from their own childhood. At camp you can meet a Sunshine, Cupcake, or Tigger!
From time to time, you may see a furry fourlegged friend or other critters at camp. We take safety very seriously - if we find that an activity is unsafe due to furry visitors or other critters it is at the discretion of the Camp Director to cancel or reschedule an activity for safety reasons. Refunds or reimbursements of funds will not be given for canceled or rescheduled activities due to safety concerns.
All Camp: All campers and staff come together to enjoy fun games and challenges. This is a great opportunity for each unit to bond with girls from different age groups and units in the camp.
Lost & Found Please be sure to check the lost and found table during Check-Out. Each day during lunch time a parade of lost items is displayed so that campers can retrieve their items before the end of the week. Items left behind will be sent to the Pleasantville office at the end of the camp season. If not claimed, items will be donated to charity on September 30th. Pickup of lost items is required as GSHH will not mail lost items to their owner. To help prevent items being lost at camp, label items with your camper’s first and last name.
Camp Traditions
Campfire: Opening campfire is a special introduction to the camp week. It’s a time-honored tradition where campers meet camp staff, sing camp songs, and participate in unit skits. Girls prepare a song written by their unit to perform at closing in front of the whole camp and reminisce on memories of the week. Wish Log: During closing campfire, campers will reflect on their experience throughout the week. Each camp will write their names on a log, and make a wish to participate in a ceremony to commemorate their camp experiences. The log will be kept at camp for one year, the prior year’s log will be burned at the campfire, signifying that although you may or may not return to camp, you will always be with us in spirit.
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General Camp Information
Suggested Packing List
Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp
Rock Hill Camp Please label camper’s items with permanent marker or specialty labels! • Face Masks - 1 for each day attending camp plus 2 extra • Hand Sanitizer • Sleeping Bag • Pillow • Flashlight (with new batteries) - extra batteries recommended • Insect repellent (non-aerosol types that contain DEET preferred) • Waterproof sun screen (at least SPF 30) • Bandanna or hat • Duffel bag or trunk to carry sleeping gear, toiletries, & change of clothes • Day pack or drawstring pack to carry personal items • Swimming gear • Personal hygiene items • Sturdy reusable water bottle (no glass) • Underwear • Socks • Shorts • Shirts • Sweatshirt or jacket • Raincoat • Sleepwear • Closed toe shoes (NO flip flops or sandals are allowed unless they are used strictly for showering) • Lake shoes/water shoes (closed-toe preferred) • Article of clothing for tie dye (shirt, socks, pillow case, etc.) • Mess kit for cookout night • Reading and writing material (it is helpful to pre-stamp and prewrite the mailing address for campers! • Stuffed animal or special item from home • Cards or games for Siesta
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• Face masks - 1 per day plus 2 extras • Insect repellent (non-aerosol types that contain DEET preferred) • Waterproof sunscreen • Bandanna or hat • Backpack • Reusable water bottle • Swim gear • Towel • Rain coat/poncho - depending on weather • Mess kit for cook out • Bagged lunch - send daily labeled with camper’s name
What NOT to Bring to Camp • Food or snacks (they are not allowed in the units) - Resident Camp Only • Electronics • Valuables • Makeup • Jewelry • Nice clothes or shoes (we suggest clothes that she can get dirty in - we do not suggest blouses, flats, nice jeans, dresses, or skirts) • Sandals and flip flops are not allowed
Sample Camp Schedule
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Wondering what your girl will do all day at camp? Here’s a sample schedule to get an idea of what is in store for her. *Schedules are approximate and may change depending on weather and girl interest.
Rock Hill Camp • • • • • • • • • • • • •
7:00 am - Wake Up 7:45 am - Flag 8:00 am - Breakfast 9:15 am - Activity One 10:30 am - Activity Two 11:45 am - Kapers 12:30 pm - Lunch 1:30 pm - Siesta 2:45 pm - Activity Three 4:00 pm - Camper’s Choice 5:30 pm - Flag 6:00 pm - Dinner 7:30 pm - Evening/All Camp Activity • 8:30 pm - Showers • 9:30-10:00 pm - Bedtime
Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp • • • • • • • • •
8:15 am - Arrival/Flag 8:55 am - Activity One 9:55 am - Activity Two 10:55 am - Activity Three 11:45 am - Lunch 12;45 pm - Activity Four 1:45 pm - Activity Five 2:45 pm - Activity Six 4:00 pm - Goodbye/Depart
We are looking into the bus transportation for CAB and we will communicate the details as soon as possible.
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Missing Home We prefer the term missing home to the old phrase ‘homesickness’ because there is nothing wrong with a camper missing home. It’s a natural feeling. They aren’t ‘sick’ - missing home is the natural result of separating from home and loved ones. Almost all children (and grown-ups!) feel homesick when they’re away from home. People’s feelings vary in intensity.
What can cause ‘missing home’ in your camper? • • • •
Little previous experience away from home Having low expectations of camp Feeling forced to go to camp Having little previous experience in the outdoors • Being unsure if adults will assist them if they need help • Little practice coping with negative emotions • Parents expressing anxiety about the separation before the camper has arrived at camp
Surprisingly, research has shown some factors have nothing to do with the intensity of missing home, including geographic distance between home and camp and the presence of a friend from home at camp. Often, missing home is not problematic. When the feelings of sadness and anxiety associated with missing home become so strong that making friend, having fun, sleeping, eating, and participating in activities is difficult, we will take action. Please note, if campers are missing home, they will not be allowed to call home. A member of camp’s core team will phone the parent/guardian if necessary. The best remedy for missing home is a partnership between families and camp staff.
At Home Prevention Strategies: • Working together as a family to select a camp, plan, and pack • Spending practice time away from home, such as a long weekend at a friend or relative’s house Experimenting with the best coping strategies during this practice separation • Preparing pre-stamped, pre-addressed envelopes to bring to camp
The most common mistake parents make is the ‘Pick-Up Deal.’ It’s normal for children to ask, ‘what if I feel homesick or want to go home?’ Tell your child that feelings of missing home are normal and help her practice coping before camp starts. Try not to say, “if you feel homesick or don’t want to be at camp anymore, I’ll come and get you,” as campers will have it set in their mind that they can go home anytime they want. This conveys a message of doubt and pity that undermines children’s confidence and independence. ‘Pick-Up Deals’ become mental crutches and self-fulfilling prophecies for children as soon as they arrive at camp. If after spending practice time away from home, your child is still very anxious about overnight camp, consider waiting until next summer or try a day camp.
When writing your camper, we recommend keeping her informed of what’s going on at home, but avoid going into great detail (good or bad) since your camper might feel they are missing something back home. Directors advise parents not to mention how much they miss their child or that ‘the dog or cat or grandparent’ miss them. Don’t worry! Your natural reaction is to call on the first day around bedtime to see how your camper is doing. The GSHH camp staff are trained in dealing with missing home/homesickness. If we have concerns about your camper, be assured we will contact you - think ‘no news is good news!’ We’re partners in your child’s summer camp adventure!
Say: • • • • •
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You’ll have so much fun! Make new friends! Challenge yourself and try new things Write to me about all the fun you are having I cannot wait to hear about your week!
Don’t Say: • • • •
I’ll miss you I wish your friend could go with you If you don’t like camp, I’ll come pick you up I wish we could talk on the phone while you’re at camp • I hope you aren’t missing me too much
Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp
CAB Summer Camp 2022 Weekly Themes: Week 1: July 5-8: Works of Art Week 2: July 11-15: STEM Stars! Week 3: July 18-22: Master Chef Scouts! Week 4: July 25-29: Water You Waiting For? Week 5: August 1-5: Adventure Awaits! Week 6: August 8-12: No I in Team!
Girls need outdoor experiences, and Camp Addisone Boyce is the place where they can embrace their inner leader while exploring, questioning, creating, and discovering everything the outdoors has to offer. Hiking, swimming, campfire cooking, boating, fishing, archery, ropes, and nature lessons are just some of the many ways she’ll create her own adventure at CAB.
Camp Addisone Boyce Information: 30 Mott Farm Road Tomkins Cove, NY 10986 845-786-5800 (During Summer Camp Sessions) Monday-Friday 8:15am-5:00pm Optional overnights are scheduled on Thursdays for girls entering grades 6-12.
While making friends and helping plan her own activities, she’ll grow in confidence and independence. She’ll expand her horizons as she tries new things and tackles challenges with optimism and a sense of teamwork.
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Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp
1 Week Sessions
Week 1 - July 5-8 Session: ART at C.A.B.! Program Level: Brownie Price: $300 Description: Let your campers release their inner artist as they explore different mediums from acrylic paints to natural dyes! Discover all the different ways art, crafts, and camp can come together. They will draw inspiration from nature at CAB, brush up on their skills at Arts and Crafts, and create projects that let them express who they are. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Brownie Outdoor Art Creator Badge
Session: Painting Like Picasso Program Level: Junior Price: $300 Description: Your camper will explore their creativity by learning drawing techniques, graphic artistry, and shading. Juniors can draw inspiration by participating in various camp activities such as boating, nature, and ropes! We know this week your camper will come home with a masterpiece you can proudly display on your fridge. Let the world be your guide and get creative! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Junior Drawing Badge
Session: Colors of the Wind Program Level: Cadette Price: $300 Description: Jump into the world of comic artistry and graphic art! Create storylines and illustrations based on your adventures at camp and let nature help your art come to life! In between sketching and crafting, take time to enjoy all the other unique activities that camp has to offer. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Comic Artist Badge
Week 2 - July 11-15 Session: Inventors! Program Level: Brownie Price: $375 Description: Brownies will explore their STEM side and become inventors! Your camper’s ideas will shine bright as they invent different ways to have fun at camp, stay cool during the summer, and protect our natural resources. The brownies will craft new ideas, make new friends, explore the outdoors, and dream up a world of new possibilities! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Brownie Inventor Badge
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Session: Camp Detectives Program Level: Junior Price: $375 Description: This week is all about solving mysteries and challenging yourself to use your deductive reasoning skills! Juniors will learn about the science behind fingerprints, code-breaking, and Chromatography. While they sharpen their Detective skills, they will also get to explore the world of adventures here at CAB from team building at ropes to brushing up on their paddling skills at boating. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Detective Badge
Session: Investigate Program Level: Cadette Price: $375 Description: Explore crime scene science: learn how to investigate fingerprints, read body language, and detect deception, and all about Chromatography. Throughout the week the campers will work together as a team to solve mysteries and become special agents at CAB. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Special Agent Badge
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Week 3 - July 18-22 Session: A World of Snacks Program Level: Brownie Price: $375 Description: Snacks help us fuel up for the day ahead and are lots of fun to make here at CAB! From trail mix to tacos in a bag to foil sundaes, there are so many camp snacks for your camper to enjoy with their friends. Learn lots about camp cooking traditions while enjoying everything else camp has to offer from fishing to swimming to archery and ropes. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Brownie Snacks Badge
Session: Whip it Up! Program Level: Junior Price: $375 Description: Grab your chef’s hat and aprons - it’s time to start cooking! This week we are getting creative in the kitchen and over the campfire, cooking up some snacktastic treats and eats. Your camper will be coming home with a ton of new recipes, cooking tips and skills, and memories after this week. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Simple Meals Badge
Session: Bake Away the Day Program Level: Cadette Price: $375 Description: From s’mores to Tex Mex to Solar Nachos, your camper is bound to find these CAB classics delicious! Roasting marshmallows over an open fire or using a Dutch oven to make some mac & cheese, Cadettes will learn new and innovative ways to cook. After fueling up of food, campers will be ready to jump into any and all activities. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the New Cuisines Badge
Week 4 - July 25-29 Session: Water, Water, Everywhere! Program Level: Brownie Price: $375 Description: LOVE Water, SAVE Water, SHARE Water. Through their take-action project, brownies will learn how water connects us all and how they can create waves of lasting influence. This week your campers will connect with all the wonder of water, from boating and swimming in the lake to splashing around in the pool! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Brownie Wonders of Water Journey
Session: Splashtastic! Program Level: Junior Price: $375 Description: It’s heating up here at CAB, which means it’s time for some water fun! Your camper will improve on their swimming skills, get to PFD jump in Lake Bullowa and paddle around in a canoe with her friends - water games and skills are our highlights this week. Juniors will enjoy camp activities with a refreshing aquatic twist! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Eco Camper Badge
Session: Making Waves Program Level: Cadette Price: $375 Description: Make friends, make memories, make waves! Paddle away into adventure by heading over to Rock Hill for a Canoe Regatta. Explore your home away from home by getting acquainted with all the water activities we have at CAB. Cadettes will explore Lake Bullowa by boat and brush up on their swimming strokes up at the pool! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Tree Badge
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1 Week Sessions
Week 5 - August 1-5 Session: Adventure Girl Scouts! Program Level: Brownie Price: $375 Description: Explore every adventure camp has to offer this week! Campers will hike the trails and learn outdoor camping skills. Trying new things and challenging themselves on our ropes course will enable campers to gain confidence and motivate them to try, try again - all with a great, big Brownie smile! What adventures will be your favorite? Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Brownie Outdoor Adventurer Badge
Session: Outdoor Adventure Challenge Program Level: Junior Price: $375 Description: A chance to reconnect with nature and try new things - we have it all at C.A.B.! This week campers can choose to challenge themselves on our ropes course at camp or by having a fun canoe race with their fellow campers. Juniors will get to hike the trails and explore parts of the camp they have never seen before. From Robin’s Garden to Mt. Marines, there are so many new places to explore! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Junior Trail Adventure
Session: Time for High Adventure! Program Level: Cadette Price: $375 Description: Adventure awaits you at CAB! Challenge yourself on hiking trails, and on the ropes courses, both high and low, learning outdoor and survival skills of all sorts. Your camper will gain new skills and memories to last a lifetime, having fun, creating, and working together! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Trailblazing Badge
Week 6 - August 8-12 Session: Games Galore! Program Level: Brownie Price: $375 Description: Campers will build on teamwork and friendships by staying happy and healthy doing the things they love. There are lots of opportunities to keep active at camp from dancing before flag to paddling in the lake to brushing up on your swim skills. Brownies will be in for a fun filled week with different games every day from Volleyball to Capture the Flag! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Brownie Fair Play Badge
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Session: Get Moving! Program Level: Junior Price: $375 Description: It’s an action-packed week here at CAB! Get pumped for our color wars challenges all week by showing your team spirit. Campers will get to create team chants and banners during our color wars opening ceremony and then continue to root for, and earn points for, their teams all week! Staying active, motivated, and encouraging have never been so fun! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Staying Fit Badge.
Session: Gamer Gals Program Level: Cadette Price: $375 Description: Ready, set, go! It’s an action packed week here at CAB. Cadettes are in for a special treat as they get ready for Color Wars: a week-long celebration and camp wide competition. Boating races, Gaga Ball tournaments, and more await the campers during week six! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Field Day Badge
2 Week Sessions (Late night option included)
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Weeks 1 & 2 - July 5-15 Session: The ART of Science Program Level: Junior Price: $745 Description: CAB is a great place for campers to explore both their scientific and artistic sides. Start off by learning about animal habitats at camp and how they can conserve them. Then, it’s time to channel your inner artist and get inspired by the outdoors. Juniors will explore intersections between art and nature throughout their journey at CAB. Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Animal Habitats and Outdoor Art Explorer Badges
Session: STEAM Supreme! Program Level: Cadette Price: $745 Description: Science and art combine in this two week session for Cadettes! Channel your inner artist by designing art using the nature that surrounds camp. Then dive into the world of environmental science by learning all about animal conservation and the power of trees! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Animal Helpers, Trees, and Comic Artist Badges
Weeks 3 & 4 - July 18-29 Session: Wet & Wild Adventures Program Level: Junior Price: $820 Description: It’s all about fun in the sun here at CAB! Whether it’s swimming in the pool, boating on the lake, PFD jumping, or playing water games in canoes, CAB has it all. These two weeks will be full of splashing, laughing, and fun memories to last until next summer! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Get Moving Journey
Session: A Boat-load of Fun Program Level: Cadette Price: $820 Description: Join us for some row-boat rattling fun here during the CAB Water Regatta. This session, campers will live up each day making camp food and making camp fun! Cadettes will get to experience the wonders of boating, and have fun in the sun while staying cool at the pool. Join us during our wet and wild session to become a true CAB captain! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Eco-Trekker Badge
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Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp
2 Week Sessions (Late night option included)
Weeks 5 & 6- August 1-12 Session: Sister Strength! Program Level: Junior Price: $820 Description: Juniors are ending the summer on a high note, getting active and supporting each other at camp! Challenge yourself and teammates through fun and engaging activities for our Color Wars week. Different games and activities allow campers a chance to earn their team points, and root for other all week long! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Camper & Geocacher Badge Session: Trailblazers Program Level: Cadette Price: $820 Description: Blaze the hiking trail with your fellow campers this week while staying cool in the pool! Challenge yourself and your team to knowledge and outdoor skills tests. Compete to win in various camp games and activities. Then, take some time out of your day to do fun traditional camp activities such as boating, archery, and arts & crafts! Badges Earned: May Complete Steps Toward the Field Day and Good Sportsmanship Badges plus the Eco-Trekker Badge
Super STARs Session: Super STARs Program Level: Senior/Ambassador Price: $820 Description: Super STARs is a great way for older campers to take on more responsibility here at CAB! Camp aides will embrace their leadership skills through tending to food prep, ensuring camp stays clean and healthy for everyone, and assisting in various activities throughout camp, whether it’s running all camp stations or working on projects to better camp. They’ll be developing leadership skills while still enjoying the activities CAB has to offer! Session 1: July 5-15 - $300 Session 2: July 18-29 - $395 Session 3: August 1-12 $395
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CIT Sessions
Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp
Weeks 1 - 3 - July 5-22
Session: CIT I Program Level: Ambassador Price: $900 Description: Our CIT program is designed for our oldest campers who are interested in becoming a camp counselor and helping them embrace their leadership skills. THIS IS A THREE WEEK PROGRAM. CITs will get hands-on experience with child development , camper supervision, first aid, and camp programming. This program also works on communication, cooperation, and teamwork. By the end of the program, CITs will have experience assisting units and specialties.
Weeks 4, 5, & 6 - July 25-29, August 1-5, August 8-12
Session: CIT II Program Level: Ambassador Price: $300 Description: After CITs complete the first part of the training, they may choose between one, two, or three weeks in CIT II. The CIT II program provides more hands-on opportunities for honing the camp counselor skills they have developed over the summer. Plus, it’s a great way to enjoy the last few weeks of summer with your friends and enjoy the camp experience!
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Rock Hill Resident Camp
Rock Hill Summer Camp 2022 Weekly Themes: Rock Hill Camp Information: 300 Wixon Pond Road Mahopac, NY 10541 845-628-6611 (During Summer Camp Sessions) Sunday-Friday *Rock Hill Camp sessions are Sunday through Friday. Check in is 2pm on Sunday and pick-up is 5pm Friday. All campers go home every weekend including campers in multi-week sessions. No staff will be on site during the weekends.
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Week 1: July 3-8: Olympics Week 2: July 10-15: Nature Week 3: July 17-22: Theater Week 4: July 24-29: Cooking Week 5: July 31-August 5: Camping 101 Week 6: August 7-12: Out of this World
Rock Hill provides the ideal setting for outdoor adventure and the perfect space for girls to embrace their individuality. At camp, she’ll spend her days hiking, boating, swimming, shooting archery, creating art, and scaling our ropes courses. With a focus on skill-building activities, she’ll become confident in her abilities and will make memories that will last a lifetime. Evenings are spent singing around the campfire, learning outdoor skills, stargazing, taking a night hike, competing in all camp games, or connecting with the others in their unit. Campers can stay in a platform tent with access to modern wash-houses or in one of our all-weather cabins.
Rock Hill Resident Camp
1 Week Sessions
Week 1 - July 3-8 Session: Rock Hill Camp Olympics Program Level: Brownie Price: $675 Cabin Program Description: It’s Olympics Week! Teamwork truly does make the dream work! Work together with your team and your group to complete activities and tasks in order to earn the gold. Badges Earned: May Earn Fair Play Badge
Session: Olympic Extravaganza! Program Level: Cadette Price: $675 Tent Program Description: It’s Olympics week! Make it awesome, make it cool, see what it takes to help your team rule! Have you ever wanted to be a part of the Olympics beyond competing? You will get to play a big part in all of the fun on and off the field. Badges Earned:
Session: Red, White, Blue, & You! Program Level: Junior Price: $675 Tent Program Description: It’s Olympics week! Throughout this week you will participate in activities and games all while learning how to be the best athlete you can be. Practice your skills, work together, and go for gold! Badges Earned: May Earn Practice with Purpose Badge
Session: Oh Captain, My Captain Program Level: Ambassador Price: $675 Tent Program Description: It’s Olympics Week! Being team captain is a big role! Throughout this week, you’ll lead your team to victory through planning, strategy, and coaching skills. Badges Earned: May Earn Coaching Badge
May Earn Field Day Badge
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Rock Hill Resident Camp
1 Week Sessions Week 2 - July 10-15
Session: Let’s Get Buggy Program Level: Brownie Price: $675 Cabin Program Description: Bees, spiders, butterflies, oh my! Have a blast doing all things camp while learning about why bugs matter, the life of a butterfly, and even make your own bug house. May Earn Bugs Badge
Session: Nature-Al Beauty Program Level: Senior Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Isn’t nature beautiful? Throughout this week, you will get to create your own works of art using the many aspects of nature around you at camp. Badges Earned: May Earn Outdoor Art Badge
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Session: Happy Habitats Program Level: Junior Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Learn about animals you might see around camp. See where they live and how we can protect them. You will even get to make your own bird nest and feeders. Badges Earned: May Earn Animal Habitats Badge
Session: Water Everywhere! Program Level: Ambassador Price: $675 Tent Program Description: The ocean is blue, but the lake is green and the shower is clear...WHY? This week you’ll learn all about water and all the ways it is used. From cleaning, to swimming, to making your own water art. Badges Earned: May Earn Water Badge
Session: Tree Time Program Level: Cadette Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Pine, Oak, Ash, and Birch. There are so many types of trees that play their own role in the world. Come find out which is the best tree species for a tree house, which types of bark you can eat, and learn how to tell how old a tree is! Badges Earned: May Earn Trees Badge
Rock Hill Resident Camp
1 Week Sessions Week 3 - July 17-22 Session: Fairy Finders Program Level: Brownie Price: $675 Cabin Program Description: Get to know the infamous fairies of Rock Hill Camp! Learn the tricks to search for signs of the fairies, build your own fairy houses, and create your own tutus while enjoying a fairy tea party. In between all of the fairy fun, you will also experience all the outdoor adventures Rock Hill has to offer! May Earn Badges Earned: Making Friends Badge
Session: Back to the Future Program Level: Junior Price: $675 Tent Program Description: If I were a flapper girl, what would I do? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to dress and act as if you lived during a different time? Make your own outfits and accessories, come up with a day in your life, and even put on a show. Live in the past while still enjoying the fun of lake time, the ropes course, and other activities of today. Badges Earned: May Earn Playing the Past Badge
Session: Curtain Call Program Level: Cadette Price: $675 Tent Program Description: The show must go on! Have you ever wanted to write a script and put on a show? Learn all about the different parts of the show and work together with your group to come up with a rockstar performance. Badges Earned:
Session: RHC’s Got Talent Program Level: Senior/Ambassador Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Work together with your group to put on and organize our RHC talent show! Participate on or off the stage and learn about the performance life while doing so! Badges Earned:
May Earn Screenwriter Badge
May Earn Troupe Performer Badge
Week 4 - July 24-29 Session: Snacktastic Program Level: Brownie Price: $675 Cabin Program Description: Throughout the week, learn how to make your own trail mix, mug cakes, and even campfire food. You’ll also learn about the different types of snacks from salty to sweet and from healthy food to fun snacks and everything in between. Badges Earned: May Earn Brownie Snacks Badge
Session: Creative Cooking Program Level: Junior Price: $675 Tent Program Description: What would you do if you starred on the next episode of Chopped? Your task: create the best breakfast, lunch, dunner and dessert with your team. The twist? You can only use the items in your basket. Would your team make it to the end? Each day, your group will compete to make a meal, while still enjoying Rock Hill Camp activities! Badges Earned: May Earn Simple Meals Badge
Session: Bon Appetit Program Level: Cadette Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Have you ever dreamed you were the star of your own cooking show? Learn how to cook from all over the country, the world, and over a fire. Badges Earned: May Earn New Cuisines Badge
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Rock Hill Resident Camp
1 Week Sessions Week 5 - July 31 - August 5
Session: I LOVE CAMP! Program Level: Brownie Price: $675 Cabin Program Description: How to be a camper 101. Throughout this week, you will learn all of the key parts of camping: packing your bag, reading a map, and even working with your friends to put a tent together. Badges Earned:
Session: Let’s Go Camping Program Level: Junior Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Have you ever wondered what makes a super camper? Learn how to tie knots, use a compass and new skills to go on a scavenger hunt, and learn about fire safety. Badges Earned:
May Earn Cabin Camper Badge
May Earn Camper Badge
Session: The Great Outdoors Program Level: Cadette Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Spend a night under the stars. Learn all about the essentials to being a camping expert, from how to build a shelter to fire building, and everything in between. Badges Earned: May Earn Primitive Camper/ Eco-Camper Badge
Week 6 - August 7-12 Session: Under the Stars Program Level: Brownie Price: $675 Cabin Program Description: Shine bright like a star. Learn all about the stars, how old they are, and the different constellations.
Session: To Infinity & Beyond Program Level: Junior/Cadette Price: $675 Tent Program Description: Spend the week gazing at the stars and beyond! Take a tour of the camp after dark, explore nature at night, and host an extreme nighttime party. Girls will discover the world of constellations and the stories behind them. Campers will walk in the footsteps of astronauts, astronomers, and aerospace engineers with fun-filled activities. This session includes an off-site trip. Badges Earned:
Badges Earned: May Earn Space Science Adventurer Badge
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May Earn Junior Space Science Researcher Badge
May Earn Cadette Night Owl Badge
1 Week Sessions
Rock Hill Resident Camp
Week 6 - August 7-12
Session: Starry Night Program Level: Senior Price: $675 Tent Program Description: There is always light in the darkness. You will get to learn all about the night sky, the life of a star and how telescopes help us see. Badges Earned: May Earn Space Science Expert Badge
Session: Out of this World! Program Level: Ambassador Price: $675 Tent Program Description: NASA might not be going to space anymore, but GSHH can still learn about it. Come up with your own missions and plan to achieve it Outer Space Style. Badges Earned: May Earn Space Science Expert Badge
Super STARs Session 1: July 3-15 Session 2: July 17-29 Session 3: July 31-August 12
Session: Super STARs Program Level: Senior/Ambassador Price: $680 Description: Be more than a camper in this session - be a super hero to younger campers, a super STAR helping out in the dining hall, and a super camper the rest of the time as you pick and choose your own camp activities. Girls will help to set up and clean up meals in the dining hall and have input in the planning process of camp activities to ensure a camp experience entirely of their own creation!
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Rock Hill Resident Camp
2 Week Sessions Week 2 & 3 - July 10-15 & July 17-22 Session: Zip, Zip, Away Program Level: Cadette Price: $1520 Tent Program Description: Enjoy the rush of zip lining through the trees? Spend time at Rock Hill focusing on our high ropes course and zip line. You will also get to experience all that Rock Hill has to offer at the lake, archery range, gaga pit, arts & crafts, and so much more! Badges Earned: May Earn Good Sportsmanship Badge Session: Outpost Program Level: Senior Price: $1350 Primitive Camping Program Description: Get ready for a challenging yet rewarding camp experience! Outpost is known as a rite of passage for Senior girls at GSHH. Spend your time at camp on the water, at the archery range, and on the ropes course! Live in Rock Hill’s primitive campsite: sleeping in pitch tents and cooking all of your own meals over a fire in addition to learning outdoor living and survival skills. Badges Earned: May Earn Senior First Aid Badge
Week 4 & 5 July 24-29 & July 31 - August 5 Session: Brains! Program Level: Cadette Price: $1350 Tent Program Description: Would you survive the zombie apocalypse? Learn how to build a debris shelter, make a fire, perform basic first aid on your fellow humans, shoot an arrow, find food and water on the run, and make your own first aid kits, while still enjoying all that Rock Hill has to offer! May Earn Badges Earned: Trailblazing or Cadette First Aid Badge
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Week 5 & 6 - July 31 - August 5 & August 7-12
Rock Hill Resident Camp
Session: High Adventure Program Level: Senior/Ambassador Price: $1430 Tent Program Description: Girls in this session will have a series of adventures both at Rock Hill and an off-site overnight adventure. Previous outdoor camping experience is highly recommended. Activities include hiking, backpacking, canoing, portaging, high ropes, arts & crafts, and camping out in the wilderness. Off-site location will be announced to parents of girls registered for this session. Badges Earned: May Earn Senior Survival Camper Badge/ Ambassador First Aid Badge
CIT I - Three Week Session Weeks 1-3 July 3-22 Session: CIT I Program Level: Ambassador Price: $1000 (3 week program) Tent Program Description: This is a three week program. This program will help guide you into becoming an excellent leader both in and out of camp. You will learn about camp philosophy, child development, safety and risk management, developing programs, camping skills, and how to have fun with children. During your first week, you will get to enjoy all that Rock Hill has to offer while learning some of what goes on behind the scenes. During the following two weeks, you will get to help in units and program areas leading songs and games. By the time you leave this session, you will have planned and led your all day activity, campfires, and theme days for the whole camp!
CIT II - One Week Sessions Weeks 4,5,6: July 24-29, July 31 - August 5, & August 7-12 Session: CIT II Program Level: Ambassador Price: $360 (per 1 week session) Tent Program Description: If you started the summer in our CIT Program (or completed CIT I last summer) and would like to complete your CIT II at Rock Hill, this is the perfect opportunity! You will help out with a group throughout the week, honing in on your counselor expertise while gaining valuable skills you will need to become a Junior Counselor! *Completion of CIT I (3 week session) is a required prerequisite for CIT II.
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We can’t wait to see you for an adventure-filled summer!
Questions? Contact GSHH at customercare@girlscoutshh.org or call 1-855-232-GSHH (4744) Check www.girlscoutshh.org/camp for updates.