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Girl Scout Camp is an outdoor program designed to give girls a positive and fun experience in the great outdoors. Under the guidance of trained and enthusiastic leaders, each camp provides age-appropriate activities allowing girls to experience a variety of Girl Scout programs in an outdoor setting. Activities include archery, arts, games, nature study, outdoor cooking, hiking, overnight camp-outs and lots more! Some camps offer swimming, boating and/or high-adventure activities for teen girls. Summer Camp Leadership Training is also offered for girls currently in the 6th grade and above who wish to learn more about becoming a camp staff member.

Girl Scout Summer Camps

2023 SUMMER CAMPS
REGISTRATION OPEN HERE 
Click on the summer camp's hyperlink for more details. 

Camp Adventurers
Dates: July 14-16 (overnight weekend camp) 
Place: Scout Hut, Pembroke (Giles Co.)
Ages: 11-17 years old at time of camp (Rising 7th-11th graders)
Price: $115
Camp Theme: Challenging You to Challenge Yourself

Cave Hill Day Camp
Dates:
 July 24-28
Place: Grand Caverns, Grottoes
Ages: 
Rising 1st-7th Graders = Campers
Rising 8th-12th Graders = Junior Staffers
No tag-alongs this summer
Prices: 
$140 per camper (rising 1st-5th graders)
$155 per camper (rising 6th graders)
$155 per camper (rising 7th graders)
$105 per CPA/CIT/CIT2
Camp Theme: Wings & Things

Camp Sacajawea Weekend Camp
Dates:  
June 23-25
Place: Girl Scout Camp Sacajawea, Lynchburg
Ages: rising 1st-5ht graders
Price:
 $115/camper; $50 for JA/CPA/CIT
Camp Theme: Adventure Camp

Campfire Sisters Weekend Camp
Dates:
 June 22-25
Place: Singers Glen Community Center, Singers Glen (Rockingham Co.)
Ages: rising 7th-12th graders
Price: $175
Camp Theme: Amazing Race!

Dark Hollow Day Camp
Dates: June 19-23 and June 26-30
Place: Girl Scout Camp Icimani, Roanoke
Camp Theme: Into Adventure!

Ages:
rising 1st and 2nd graders (Darling Daisies)
Dates: June 19-23
Price: $100

Ages: rising 3rd-9th graders
Dates: June 19-23 and June 26-30
Price: $165

Ages: rising 9th-10th graders (Outer Limits)
Dates:  June 19-23 and June 26-30
Price: $225

Ages: rising 7th-10th graders (Adventure Caravan)
Dates: June 19-23 and June 26-30
Price: $200

Friendly Hollow Day Camp
Dates:
 July 31-Aug. 5
Place: Camp Christi, Christiansburg
Ages & Prices:
$160 per camper (rising 1st to rising 12th graders)
$75 per CPA/CIT/CIT2
$50 per Tagalong (volunteer staff children only)

Friendly Hollow Virtual Day Camp
Dates: July 24-28
Place: online
Ages: rising 1st-12th graders
Prices: 
$50 per camper
$65 per optional camp kit
Camp Theme:
 Into the Woods We Go!

Rainbow's End Girl Scout Camp
Dates:
 July 7-9 (overnight weekend camp)
Place: Scout Hut, Pembroke (Giles Co.)
Ages & Prices: 
$100 per rising 2nd-6th graders
$50 per CPA/CIT

Singing Cedars Day Camp
Dates:
 June 12-16
Place: Hillandale Park, Harrisonburg
Ages & Prices: 
$120 per rising 1st-2nd graders
$135 per rising 3rd-5th graders
$145 per risitng 6th-7th graders
$75 per CPA, CIT & CIT-2
Camp Theme: Medieval Merriment

STEM Camp: Try-It, Live-It, Be-It! (canceled)
Dates:
 June 5-9
Place: Girl Scout Camp Icimani, Roanoke
Ages: rising 9th-12th graders
Price: $350
Camp Theme: Try-It, Live-It, Be-It!

Sugar Hollow Day Camp
Dates:
Session 1: July 10-14
Session 2: July 17-21
Place: Girl Scout Camp Sugar Hollow, Crozet
Ages & Prices: 
$250 per rising 1st-7th grades
$50 per JA (Junior Assistants/Youth Staff)
$0 per Tagalong (children of volunteers only)
$0 per CPA/CIT I/CIT II
Camp Theme: Melody in the Mountains

Trefoil Academy of Magery and Sorcery: The Summer Session
Dates:
July 9-15 (residential, overnight camp)
Place: Camp Goodwill, Dumfries (Prince William Co.)
Ages: 8 – 17 (at time of camp)
Price:  $349
Theme: Theme: Fantasy Choose-Your-Own-Adventure

Benefits of Summer Camp

Camp builds problem-solvers! Girls with more frequent outdoor experiences are more likely to seek challenges and are better at solving problems—qualities that will help them embark on a lifetime of leadership, both academically and personally.

Camp exposes girls to new experiences! Of girls surveyed, 72% said that Girl Scouts gave them the chance to build their skills or try new outdoor activities.

Camp builds courage and confidence! Spending time in nature improves a girl’s concentration and creative reasoning. Outdoor experiences also help promote healthy social development and increase her self-esteem.

Girl Scout Camp Experiences

Camping is a great way for girls to explore leadership, build skills, and develop a deep appreciation for nature. Whether for a day, a week, or longer, whether in-person safe or virtually online, Girl Scout camp gives girls an opportunity to grow, explore, and have fun under the guidance of caring, trained adults.

Day camp is for girls in kindergarten and up, with activities on three or more consecutive days for four hours or more, using council-approved sites. The occasional overnight camp may be offered.

Twilight camp  is for girls in kindergarten and up, with activities on three or more consecutive evenings for four hours or more, using council-approved sites. The occasional overnight camp may be offered.

Weekend camp  is for girls in kindergarten and up, and typically lasts for two-three days with one or two overnights, using council-approved sites. Weekend camps are planned and carried out by a group of girls and volunteers.

Travel camping  is for experienced girls and adult campers. The group travels from one site to another on foot or via motorized or non-motorized transportation over a period of three or more nights, staying at different campsites along the way.

Resident camp  is for girls who have finished kindergarten. Girls camp for three to fourteen days and nights (the average is five nights), using council-approved sites.  They plan activities with their counselors/volunteers, taking advantage of the resources available at the campsite.

Virtual Camp  is for girls in kindergarten and up, with activities on three or more consecutive days for two to four hours or more.  Girls can pursue their love of adventure at a virtual camp from anywhere in the country! Check out the  GSVSC Event calendar  for our virtual camps or the Girl Scout  Virtual Camp Marketplace  to find hundreds of virtual camp programs from across the country—from equestrian to theater to science fiction to high adventure, there is a camp for every girl!

Parent Info About Summer Camp

At Girl Scout camp, girls discover the fun, friendship, and power of girls together. Fun and adventure know no bounds for Girl Scouts. We do it all! Girl Scout camp offers girls the opportunity to explore the out-of-doors while learning new skills and making friends. The outdoor environment provides a unique opportunity for girls and young women to build their leadership and teamwork skills and have new adventures while exploring the diversity of the natural world. Whether you're living in a tent or cabin, learning a new skill, or spending the day playing outside, it's impossible not to have fun and make friends.

Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council offers a wide range of outdoor activities and camps from day programs to week-long overnights. There is an adventure for every girl. Summer is the perfect opportunity to slow down and get outside! Opportunities abound for girls of all ages, as well as for parents who want to help.

Materials to HELP YOU with Girl Scout Summer Camp
Summer Camp FAQ
Camp Hacks: How to Get Ready for Camp
Drama-Free Summer Camp? No Problem!
All New Camp Hacks to Help Your Camper Rock Summer Camp
More Parenting Advice for Raising Awesome Girls!

Special Needs
If your camper has any special need(s) to be accommodated including diabetes, severe asthma, other medical conditions, diet, physical disorder, learning disability, or developmental needs, please call the camp director at least 2 weeks prior to your campers arrival and discuss how the camp can best help her to have a positive camp experience. We want your help to make sure your camper has everything she needs while at camp.

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Cadette Program Aide

Cadette Program Aide 

The Cadette Program Aide award is for Cadettes Girl Scouts who would you like to help younger Girl Scouts by sharing their skills, passions, and experiences, while building their own leadership skills. 

Girls will participate in the Cadette Program Aide (CPA) course provided by council to build a leadership foundation and develop skills that will help them handle different situations.  The workshop will provide Cadettes the opportunity to learn how to work with younger girls on different activities and in different settings.  

Sixth and seventh grade Cadette Girl Scouts who complete the Cadette Program Aide course can serve as champions for the Girl Scout Leadership Experience at service unit and council events!  Eight grade Cadettes, who’ve complete the Cadette Program Aide course can work with younger girls at their local day camp in an outdoor setting.  

Girls can pursue their Cadette Program Aid Award if:

  • They're in 6th, 7th, or 8th grade.
  • They're registered as a Cadette Girl Scout.
  • They've earned one LIA Award (See Cadette Girl Guide to Girl Scouting for details).
  • They complete the Cadette Program Aide course designed by our council.
  • They work with younger girls over six activity sessions at a service unit or council event or in a day camp setting (day camp setting open to rising 8th graders only!).

Please check the GSVSC Event Calendar for course dates.

Counselor-in-Training (CIT I)

Counselor-In-Training - CIT I

The Counselor-In-Training (CIT I) Award is for Senior or Ambassador Girl Scouts (entering 9th -12th grade) who wish to mentor younger girls in a camp setting at any Virginia Skyline Council camp and/or earn their CIT I Award. Additional camp-specific training is required before working with younger girls in a camp setting. 

Girls can pursue their CIT I award and volunteer as a GSVSC youth camp counselor if:

  • They're in high school (ninth through twelfth grade, or equivalent).
  • They're registered as a Senior or Ambassador Girl Scout.
  • They take Counselor-in-Training leadership course designed by council.
  • They work with younger girls over the course of a camp session.
  • They take the camp-specific training required before working with younger girls in a camp setting.

Please check the GSVSC Event Calendar for course dates! Apply to be a Counselor-in-Training (CIT 1). Submit your CIT I application (found here). References are required so be sure to share this CIT adult reference form

Counselor-in-Training (CIT II)

Counselor-In-Training - CIT II

The Counselor-In-Training (CIT II) Award is for Senior or Ambassador Girl Scouts interested in mentoring younger girls in a specific area of camp as they build skills toward becoming camp counselors should consider pursuing this award. CIT II should be able to lead or teach in a specialty area of camp and facilitate activities under the supervision of a qualified adult.

Girls can pursue their CIT II award and volunteer as a GSVSC youth camp counselor if:

  • They're in high school (ninth through twelfth grade, or equivalent).
  • They're registered as a Senior or Ambassador Girl Scout.
  • They’ve earned their CIT I award.
  • They’re willing to work with younger girls over the course of at least one camp session while focusing on increasing her skills in one specific area—such as Archery Level I, riding instruction, lifeguarding, life skills, STEM, outdoor programming, or the arts.

Girls must contact the camp director and apply for the camp session they wish to work as a youth camp counselor prior to registering as a GSVSC youth camp counselor. 

2023 Summer Camp COVID-19 Plans & Procedures

Though our 2023 health-related plans and procedures listed here are in response to COVID-19, Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council (GSVSC) is just as committed as we've always been to providing a memorable summer experience for every Girl Scout. To ensure summer camps run smoothly and safely, it takes effort from families, the community, and the Girl Scouts working together.

Family Efforts for 2023 Summer Camp Season
For the 2023 GSVSC summer camp season, families must agree to the following: 

Health Checks
Campers are to undergo daily health checks at home for any symptoms such as fever (or need for fever-reducing medications) and chills, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, stomach aches, nausea or vomiting during camp session(s).  Campers with any of the above symptoms must stay home.  

Testing
Families and camp directors are to monitor community levels prior to camp. If campers live in a county in Virginia or surrounding councils where the community levels are currently high, campers are to test at home on day one before arriving at camp.  If positive, campers must stay home and follow Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)  guidelines for isolation. If campers develop symptoms or are exposed while at camp, campers will be sent home for testing or to be assessed by a physician based on CDC guidelines.

Face Coverings
Campers are to bring at least two new/newly washed masks per day of camp. Masks must fit snugly, but comfortably against the sides of the face and be securable to the head. Reusable face coverings must be able to be washed/sanitized and dried without damage or change to shape. Masks are to adhere to CDC mask cleanliness guidelines. Masks will only be used should there be an increased risk of exposure at camp. Masks are recommended for those at high risk when COVID-19 community levels are medium. Masks are required for everyone when community levels are high. 

COVD-19 Symptoms or Exposure Responsibilities
Parents/guardians must immediately inform the camp director and council at info@gsvsc.org, if a camper has been exposed, has a positive COVID-19 test result, or develops any symptoms such as fever (or need for fever-reducing medications) and chills, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea prior to or anytime during camp session(s). Campers who develop any symptoms or have known exposure at camp will be sent home for testing or to be assessed by a physician, if symptoms are serious. 

When Campers Can Return to Camp After Exposure or Positive COVID-19 Test
All GSVSC summer camps will follow CDC guidelines if a camper has a known exposure. For a known exposure, campers are to be tested. Campers with a known exposure must provide evidence of a negative test result on day 1 of exposure. Day 1 is the first full day after the camper's last exposure. (We recommend testing at least twice.) If testing returns negative, campers may return to camp as long as the camper wears a high-quality mask (e.g., N95). Campers with known exposures who are attending multiple sessions, multiple back-to-back day camps, or resident camps, must then retest on day 6 after exposure.  If retest is still negative on day 6, campers may continue camp but must wear a high quality mask through day 10.  

All GSVSC summer camps will follow CDC guidelines if a camper has a positive test. If a camper tests positive for COVID-19, the camper must stay home for at least 5 days and isolate. If campers symptoms are improving, the camper may return to camp on day 6 (end isolation after day 5), if the camper’s symptoms are improving and camper is completely fever-free for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication. Campers who’ve recently recovered from COVID-19 may only return to camp if they wear a high quality mask (e.g., N95) through day 10.  

GSVSC Cancellation & Refund Policy
Parents/guardians must read and agree to the following Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council Summer Camp Cancellation/Refund Policy: Virginia Skyline Council reserves the right to cancel or postpone summer camp program due to any unforeseen circumstances. In this event, the council will refund camper registration fees to each household. Campers who submit a written cancellation request to council 30 days prior to the start date of camp, will be issued a refund minus any processing fees or unrecoverable program expenses incurred by the organizer(s). Camper cancellations made less than 30 days before the start date of summer camp will not receive a refund for any reason. Refunds will not be given to campers who have been deemed ineligible to attend camp due to a COVID-19 symptoms, exposure, or positive COVID-19 test result. Refunds will not be issued for fewer than $5, after applicable refund processing fees. To maintain our summer camp COVID-19 mitigation strategies, we are unable to accommodate any mid-session changes. Summer camp financial assistance and scholarships are not transferable to other household members or campers. No substitutions of campers are allowed. By the registration close date, all camper accounts must be paid in full and required camp forms must be completed in entirety.

COVID-19 Nonrefundable Occurrences & CFAR Insurance
Refunds will NOT be given if camper is deemed ineligible to attend or return to camp due to a COVID-19 symptoms, exposure, or positive COVID-19 test result. Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline suggests purchasing “Cancel for any Reason” (CFAR) insurance to avoid family hardships. CFAR insurance quote sites for summer camps:

Insuremytrip
A+ Program Protection
Forbes Advisor Pandemic Travel

Please note that Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council has no affiliation with these insurance programs and cannot take responsibility for submission of claims or issues that may result from the purchase of such insurance. It is the sole responsibility of the parent/guardian to review the “fine print” and purchase additional insurance based on their household’s needs.

2023 Summer Camp COVID-19 Guidelines Subject to Change
Families are to understand all GSVSC summer camp COVID-19 guidelines are subject to change as new information is released prior to the start of camp. Camp directors will communicate any changes as they are implemented.

GSVSC Efforts for 2023 Summer Camp Season

Our efforts include: 

Following guidance from the American Camp Association and Association of Camp Nurses.

Following guidelines from the CDC, Virginia Department of Health, state, and local authorities.

Implementing a communicable disease plan to mitigate the risk of infection to campers and staff entering the camp environment. The plan must include, but shall not be limited to: 

  • Campers are to bring at least two new/newly washed masks per day of camp in case known of contact exposures at camp
  • Proper ventilation - open windows, doors, turn on fans to keep air moving! 
  • Daily health symptom checks for staff 
  • At-home daily health checks for campers
  • Frequent hand washing
  • Hand sanitizer/washing stations throughout camp
  • Disinfecting surfaces daily, before and after use
  • Eat meals outside, whenever possible
COVID-19 Nonrefundable Occurrences & CFAR Insurance

Refunds will NOT be given if camper is deemed ineligible to attend or return to camp due to a COVID-19 symptoms, exposure, or positive COVID-19 test result. Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline suggests purchasing “Cancel for any Reason” (CFAR) insurance to avoid family hardships. CFAR insurance quote sites for summer camps:

Insuremytrip
A+ Program Protection
Forbes Advisor Pandemic Travel

Please note that Girl Scouts of Virginia Skyline Council has no affiliation with these insurance programs and cannot take responsibility for submission of claims or issues that may result from the purchase of such insurance. It is the sole responsibility of the parent/guardian to review the “fine print” and purchase additional insurance based on their household’s needs.

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