Date: Sun Jun 21, 1:00 PM EST - Sat Jun 27, 8:30 AM EST
Level:
- Cadettes,
- Seniors,
- Ambassadors
This camp is intended for those looking for a week-long backpacking and
high adventure experience. During the week, the girls will backpack
35-50 miles spread across five days, with each day ending in a
new backcountry outpost camp, where they will participate in a variety
of high adventure activities. The girls will select the
outposts/activities that they wish to participate in and the number of
miles to be hiked. The crew lead (one of the girls) will work with the
ranger at camp arrival to develop the crew's itinerary for the week. In
addition to the backpacking miles and outpost activities, a minimum of
five hours (minimum of 10 hours for 50-miler) of service time will be
completed by the crew. This week-long camp provides the
requirements necessary for the girls to obtain their Outdoor Primitive
Camper (Cadette), Outdoor Adventure Camper (Senior), or Outdoor Survival
Camper (Ambassador) badges, as appropriate.
At least one mandatory planning meeting will be held before the week-long event. The time and place will be set in a central location (or virtual) once registration closes. Each girl is expected to participate in at least one shakedown backpacking trip during the spring. The cost of the shakedown trip is not included in the High Knoll event fee. Trips generally cost $30 for a one night backpacking trip.
Backpacks, tents, stoves, and other equipment are provided. Girls will have the opportunity to earn the Adventurers Boots, Bikes, and Boats 50-miler award.
Ages: girls who are 12 years old and up (by Sept. 1, 2026, to participate)
When: Sunday, June 21, 1 PM to Saturday, June 27, 8:30 AM
Where: Blue Ridge Scout Reservation, Hiwassee, VA (Pulaski Co.)
Cost: $600 (cost includes camp registration, Adventurers fee, patch, and 5 T-shirts)
Min/Max: 4/12
Badge/Patch Included?: yes, High Knoll patch, Adventurers 50-Miler patch (if earned), and five Girl Scout t-shirts
Registration Closes: April 1
To Register: mail Adventurers Girl Event Registration (#2277-G) to Amy Hudson along with full camp fee or deposit of $150 to:
Amy Hudson
301 Hemlock Dr. SE
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(mark envelope with "High Knoll")
Payment : check made payable to "Adventurers High Knoll Crew"; payment should not be made to the main Adventurers account unless paying by credit card or Venmo (a 3% fee will be added to cost). Total cost is $600. Fee can be paid in full with registration or in installments. Deposit of $150 due with registration; $200 due March 1, and $250 due April 1. Adventurers scholarships (up to $100) are available (see below).
Questions: Amy Hudson, ahudson91998@comcast.net
Adventurers Scholarship
Through the generosity of donors, a scholarship fund has been established in honor of our group’s founder, Barbara Duerk, to help girls participate in Adventurers activities. Requests may not be more than $100/year, and each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Details, criteria and application for this scholarship fund can be found here . Please submit scholarship applications one week before the program's registration close date. Have questions? Reach out to this program's coordinator listed here or directly to The Adventurers: adventurers1912@gmail.com
LEARN ABOUT THE ADVENTURERS HERE
Adventurers is an action-oriented group of older Girl Scouts who are seeking exciting activities to challenge their capabilities, broaden their horizons, and increase their self-confidence. It is for girls ages 11-17 and in grades 6-12. Members often participate in rock climbing, caving, kayaking, backpacking, travel, hiking and other similar high-adventure activities. Check-out the latest Adventurers news via our Facebook private group and Instagram page.
At least one mandatory planning meeting will be held before the week-long event. The time and place will be set in a central location (or virtual) once registration closes. Each girl is expected to participate in at least one shakedown backpacking trip during the spring. The cost of the shakedown trip is not included in the High Knoll event fee. Trips generally cost $30 for a one night backpacking trip.
Backpacks, tents, stoves, and other equipment are provided. Girls will have the opportunity to earn the Adventurers Boots, Bikes, and Boats 50-miler award.
Ages: girls who are 12 years old and up (by Sept. 1, 2026, to participate)
When: Sunday, June 21, 1 PM to Saturday, June 27, 8:30 AM
Where: Blue Ridge Scout Reservation, Hiwassee, VA (Pulaski Co.)
Cost: $600 (cost includes camp registration, Adventurers fee, patch, and 5 T-shirts)
Min/Max: 4/12
Badge/Patch Included?: yes, High Knoll patch, Adventurers 50-Miler patch (if earned), and five Girl Scout t-shirts
Registration Closes: April 1
To Register: mail Adventurers Girl Event Registration (#2277-G) to Amy Hudson along with full camp fee or deposit of $150 to:
Amy Hudson
301 Hemlock Dr. SE
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(mark envelope with "High Knoll")
Payment : check made payable to "Adventurers High Knoll Crew"; payment should not be made to the main Adventurers account unless paying by credit card or Venmo (a 3% fee will be added to cost). Total cost is $600. Fee can be paid in full with registration or in installments. Deposit of $150 due with registration; $200 due March 1, and $250 due April 1. Adventurers scholarships (up to $100) are available (see below).
Questions: Amy Hudson, ahudson91998@comcast.net
Adventurers Scholarship
Through the generosity of donors, a scholarship fund has been established in honor of our group’s founder, Barbara Duerk, to help girls participate in Adventurers activities. Requests may not be more than $100/year, and each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Details, criteria and application for this scholarship fund can be found here . Please submit scholarship applications one week before the program's registration close date. Have questions? Reach out to this program's coordinator listed here or directly to The Adventurers: adventurers1912@gmail.com
LEARN ABOUT THE ADVENTURERS HERE
Adventurers is an action-oriented group of older Girl Scouts who are seeking exciting activities to challenge their capabilities, broaden their horizons, and increase their self-confidence. It is for girls ages 11-17 and in grades 6-12. Members often participate in rock climbing, caving, kayaking, backpacking, travel, hiking and other similar high-adventure activities. Check-out the latest Adventurers news via our Facebook private group and Instagram page.
