Tag Archives: Summer
Summer Camp . . . It’s in Our Nature
From the backyard to the backcountry, Girl Scouts has a long and storied history of getting every girl outdoors. In fact, many Girl Scouts tell us “camping trips” are one of the best things about their Girl Scout experience. It’s true: connecting … Continue reading
Unleash. Unplug. Discover Summer Camp!
Unplug. Unleash. Discover. This summer, bring her somewhere safe, enriching, and filled to the brim with opportunities – give her the change to camp #LikeAGirlScout! Check out the entire 2019 Summer Camp Guide to see what adventure await. Before you register for camp … Continue reading
Are you up for the challenge of changing lives this summer?
Former Disney CEO, Michael Eisner, summed it up when he described his days as a summer camp counselor as some of the most valuable leadership training he has ever had. From the outside looking in, many people see the camp … Continue reading
Why Kids Should Go To Summer Camp
Did you know that over TEN MILLION American kids go to camp every summer? Whoa! Summer camp has been a U.S. tradition for over 150 years. Back then, before air conditioning was invented, hot city summers were miserable and even … Continue reading
Countdown to Summer Camp and How we Prepare for an Outstanding Summer!
The countdown for camp has begun! While it may seem far away to parents and girls, for us as camp directors it is just around the corner! We are busy getting the camp grounds ready, making sure our counselors are … Continue reading
Summer Opportunities for All Girls
In addition to providing a pathway to leadership, Girl Scout summer camp is just plain fun and gives girls of all ages the opportunity to develop independence and new skills against the backdrop of nature. Programming includes creative arts, water … Continue reading
Hooray for Summer Camp!
I think it was just about a week ago, when I was leaving work at 5:00 p.m. when I noticed it had already been dark for an hour, but now it’s still light out all the way home. This time … Continue reading
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