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Day & Evening Camps


 

Adams County


Juliette Low Community Day Camp

Camp Theme: Back to Basics

We will be taking a step back into time to the early days of Girl Scouting. We will learn skills and values that Juliette Low held dear and near to her heart. By the end of the week, our girls will fully understand the Girl Scout motto: Be Prepared.

Dates: June 22-26, 2015
Times: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $95
Location: Camp Happy Valley
Registration: Contact Stacey Prosser at 717-528-8422 or prossergirls3@centurylink.net OR Kelly Kuntz at 717-528-8951 or kkuntz4@aol.com OR Brenda Stoermer at 717-528-8721 or ebm2stoermer@embarqmail.com


 

Columbia County


Creatures of the Night

What goes bump in the night. Come to camp Louise to find out. We will explore different animals that come to life when the stars are shining bright. We will also, do crafts, boating, archery, and swimming.

Dates: June 15-19, 2015
Times: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $30
Location: Camp Louise
Registration: Contact Wendy J Zajac at 570-759-1304 or wzajac61@gmail.com


 

Earth, Wind, Fire

The elements of nature are all around us, from the soil that we walk on to the oceans blue to the fires that keep us warm. We will learn about them at camp as we do crafts, games, and nature activities. We will do swimming, archery, and boating, also.

Dates: July 6-10, 2015
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $75
Location: Camp Louise
Registration: Contact Wendy J Zajac at 570-759-1304 or wzajac61@gmail.com


 

Cumberland County


Great Beaver Adventure Camp

Camp Theme: Science Fun

Come join us for a science-themed camp. Girls will earn a badge while participating in outdoor activities, swimming in nearby lakes and crafts. Daisies/Brownies attend for the day; Juniors stay overnight one night; Cadettes stay overnight two nights. Also, there is a 2-day Daisy weekend camp available.

Dates: June 11-14, 2015
Times: Thur.-Sat. 8:30 a.m. -4:30 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m. -2:00 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: 2 Day Daisy $40; Brownie $65; Junior $74; Cadette $86; Program Aid $40; Pixies $7/day; Bus Transportation $15
Location: Camp Thompson, Gardners, PA
Registration: Contact Mary Ann Antoine at 717-448-0104 or MAAScout@AOL.COM


 

Lancaster County


Hawaiian Luau

Calling girls Grades 1st thru 12th...Hele komo la kaua (Come Join Us) as we explore the culture of Hawaii at our "Hawaiian Luau" Weekend. We will introduce campers to some Polynesian culture through music, games, food, crafts, swimming, a Luau, making new friends and having a good time!

Dates: August 7-9, 2015
Times: Friday 6 p.m. - Sunday 11 a.m. (overnight)
Grades: 1st thru 12th
Cost: $30
Location: Camp Furnace Hills
Registration: Contact Sharon Carbaugh at 717-865-4891 or scarbaugh4@verizon.net


 

Northumberland County


Schwaben Covered Bridge Day Camp

Camp Theme: Nature: Plants and Bugs

At the Himmels Church Grove on Covered Bridge Road. Calling all girls - crafts,campfire cooking, and fun in the outdoors. Registration postmark deadline: May 21st, 2015

Dates: June 22-24, 2015
Times: Mon. - Tues.: 9am - 4pm,and Wed.: 9am - 7pm
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $40 non-Girl Scout , $25 for 2014-2015 Girl Scout member
Location: Himmels Church Grove in Dornsife, PA
Registration: Contact Pat Kembel at 570-425-3238 or schwabencoveredbridgedaycamp@gmail.com


 

Union County


Thunderboomer Day Camp

Camp Theme: Inspiring Others to Shine!

Thunderboomer Day Camp gives girls a unique experience in the great outdoors, swimming, boating, archery, and more.

Dates: July 27-30, 2015
Times: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $110
Location: Camp Karoondinha, Millmont, PA
Registration: Contact Alisha Kurtz at 570-716-2880 or alishakurtz@yahoo.com


 

New Beginnings Day Camp

Camp Theme: My Girl Scout LIfe

Join us as we learn, explore and discover with lots of hands on fun. Each night we will learn some great Girl Scout skills that we can use as we move into our future and doing activities to help learn how to apply the Girl Scout Law in daily life.

Dates: August 3-8, 2015
Times: 6 - 9 p.m. (optional overnight on 8/7)
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $35
Location: Watsontown Lions Youth Center, White Deer, PA
Registration: Contact Krista Yoder at 717-579-1002 or kyoder31@gmail.com


 

York County


Echo Valley and HUGGS Day Camp

Camp Theme: Experience the Renaissance at Camp Echo Trail

Delve into the Renaissance and join us for a week of mirth and merriment amidst castles, knights, adventure, and more! Campers will take part in traditional Scout games and crafts, as well as activities specific to the time period. Other events include daily swimming, Girl Scout songs, and educational workshops.

Dates: June 15-19, 2015
Times: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $125
Location: Camp Echo Trail
Registration: Contact Jennifer Warfel at 717-424-1067 or evdaycamp@aol.com


 

Spring Rose Day Camp

Come join us for a fun week learning about outdoor cooking using various sources, learn fire safety, make fire starters and other items related to cooking, play games, sing songs, make crafts and more. Junior Scouts and older get to spend an overnight. You will earn the Outdoor cooking badge.

Dates: June 22-26, 2015
Times: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $80
Location: St. Paul Zeiglers Lutheran Church in Seven Valleys, PA
Registration: Contact Lorna Myers at 717-487-5569 or springrosecamping@yahoo.com


 

Reach For The Stars!

Camp Theme: Astronomy

Girls will spend the week in units with other girls their own age participating in games, crafts, songs, and nature exploration all centered around stars and space. We will applaud some "stars" of our own. Each unit will have a cookout day and a creek walk too!

Dates: June 22-26, 2015
Times: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $85
Location: Brookside Park, Dover, PA
Registration: Contact Cathy Wedemeyer at 717-432-4879 or cathy.wedemeyer@comcast.net


 

Conestoga River Community 715

Camp Theme: It's a jungle out there

Located at Camp Echo Trail, we have a week of jungle adventure planned. Our week will include crafts, games, songs, hikes, badge earning and swimming too. Join us as we make new friends, keep some old and go on a safari adventure together!

Dates: July 6-10, 2015
Times: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $100 - $150
Location: Camp Echo Trail
Registration: Contact Karen Kitchen at 717-333-1105 or conestogariverdaycamp@gmail.com


 

Codorus Community Camp Gi-Sco-Ha

Camp Theme: Sun, Surf, Sand, and Scouting

Are you curious about whales? Ever wonder how baby sea turtles find their way to the sea? We'll spend the week learning about ocean life and ecology, playing water games and creating great beach-themed crafts. We'll wind up the week with a Luau and beach party.

Dates: July 13-17, 2015
Times: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Grades: K - 12
Cost: $100
Location: St. Joseph Church, Hanover, PA
Registration: Contact Jenny Martin at 717-465-1700 or jrm_cem@hotmail.com


 

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