day and resident camp â¢ summer 2013 - Girl Scouts San Diego

day and resident camp • summer 2013 

Best. Summer. 

EVER.

WELCOME 

TABLE OF CONTENTS 

Summer camp overview ........................................3 

Day camps at-a-glance ..........................................6 

Day camp descriptions ..........................................8 

Day camp information .......................................... 14 

Camp volunteers .................................................... 15 

Resident camps at-a-glance .............................. 18 

Hello! I’m Gabby “Star” Coburn, Camp Winacka’s camp director. 

I’m a long-time Girl Scout, and 2013 will be my 11th summer on staff 

at Camp Winacka. I always strive to create an environment where 

all campers and staff feel like they’re a part of a wider Girl Scout 

sisterhood. Whether your camper is a first-timer this summer or a 

seasoned veteran, I am excited to welcome you into the 2013 Camp 

Winacka family. 

Resident camp descriptions ............................ 22 

Resident camp information............................... 29 

Registration .............................................................. 31 

Financial assistance form .................................. 32 

Ahoy! I’m Sandy “Skipper” Sultz, and I oversee all of our fun and 

educational day camps. I’m a proud mom of three kids, and was a 

Girl Scout troop leader for 13 years. I LOVE to see giggling campers, 

blossoming young leaders, and caring volunteers and staff as they 

stretch and explore at camp. I am so excited about the fabulous 

programs we have lined up for this summer! It truly will be the 

Best.Summer.Ever! 

Day camp volunteer application ..................... 33 

Contact information ........................... back cover 

Hello! I’m Christa “Swift” Dunkel, assistant camp director for 

Camp Whispering Oaks. During the school year, I am a 4th grade 

teacher. Each summer I look forward to coming back to camp, 

where I’m passionate about girls having the best camp experience 

possible! I truly believe that camp builds girls of courage, 

confidence and character, and I look forward to seeing girls grow 

strong during their time at Camp Whispering Oaks. 

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Girl Scout camp 2013 

Best. Summer. EVER. 

Imagine a place where you achieve things you never dreamed you could do. Explore the galaxy, hit the trails on 

horseback, navigate a kayak, learn to be a savvy traveler or write and star in your own movie. Those are just a 

few of the adventures that await you. With a host of experiences to choose from – all designed with girl input – 

Girl Scout camp encourages independence and develops character, while building confidence and a sense of 

sisterhood. As you make new friends and build memories, you’ll find yourself having the . . . Best.Summer.Ever. 

At Girl Scout camp, we: 

• Develop courage, confidence and character 

• Strengthen girls’ leadership skills 

• Enhance connection to the natural environment 

• Welcome all girls K-12 

We offer day and resident camp sessions to fit every girl’s interests, abilities and dreams. Non-members simply 

add $12 dues to the camp fee and enjoy Girl Scout membership throughout the year. 

All Girl Scouts San Diego camps are accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). This national 

organization, which focuses on program quality and health and safety issues, requires camp managers to meet 

rigorous standards in every facet of operation. Girl Scouts San Diego is proud to meet these important criteria. 

Find out more at the ACA site for parents (www.campparents.org). 

Important dates 

Camp registration begins Friday, Feb. 1 

Camps Winacka and Whispering Oaks open houses 

Day camp volunteer training day 

Registration begins 

Friday, Feb. 1 

Celebrate the opening of camp registration 

by wearing a camp shirt to school! 

Day and resident camp open house at Balboa Campus 

Sundays, March 17, April 28 and June 16, 1-4 p.m. 

Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Balboa Campus 

Sunday, May 5, 1-4 p.m. 

SUMMER CAMP OVERVIEW 

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SUMMER CAMP OVERVIEW 

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How to register 

Follow these easy steps to register for camp. (If applying for financial assistance, 

see next section.) 

• Choose camp session(s). 

• Register each camper individually at www.sdgirlscouts.org/camp or with the 

enclosed form. 

• Include a $50 non-refundable deposit for each camp session. 

• Receive your confirmation and additional information about camp via e-mail, 

unless you specify an alternate method. 

Fees and financial assistance 

Tiered pricing makes camp available for everyone 

Our flexible, three-tiered payment program lets you choose the fee that’s best for 

your family. Based on the honor system, this program helps us keep Girl Scout camps 

available for every girl, regardless of her family’s financial situation. Assistance is 

completely confidential; each camper participates equally in all camp activities. Please 

pay Tier A prices (actual cost) whenever possible so we can continue to deliver firstrate 

camp experiences through highly qualified staff and relevant programs at 

well-maintained properties. 

Price level options (included in each camp description) 

Tier A 

True cost of providing camp for a girl 

Tier B 

Partially subsidized price for families who cannot afford Tier A 

Tier C 

Heavily subsidized priced for those unable to pay Tier B 

Financial aid For those unable to afford Tier C 

Financial assistance 

Financial aid is based on family circumstances. Assistance is available for up to 

two camp sessions per camper per year. Applicants must reapply each year. 

To request aid: 

• Mail, fax or deliver application with camp registration form and $25 deposit. 

(Sorry, no online applications.) 

• Wait for your acceptance notification. If the camper is not granted financial 

assistance or is placed on a wait list, the deposit will be returned. 

• Submit any balance due by Saturday, June 1. 

Refund policy 

Cancellations and requests for transfers or refunds must be done in writing. 

• Cancellations: If you cancel your camper’s session, your deposit is non-refundable. 

• Transfers: Because transferring between sessions is considered a cancellation of the 

original registration, your deposit is non-refundable. 

• Refunds (less deposit) are not available until at least three weeks prior to the start of 

the cancelled session. 

If a camper is not placed in any of her listed choices, all fees (including the $50 deposit) 

are refunded. 

Online camp photos and e-mail service 

Enjoy an inside peek at your camper’s experience! We post photos to www.Bunk1.com, 

a secure photo service. Parents have free access to view photos and may order prints 

for a small fee. Resident camp parents may also purchase credits to send one-way 

e-mails to their campers via Bunk1. Login information is provided in your confirmation 

materials. 

What if your girl earns a free five-day summer 

camp experience by selling cookies? 

Girls who sell 525+ boxes of cookies earn a free, five-day session at day or resident 

camp. Eligible sessions are marked with a cookie symbol next to the description. A 

reward notification and registration code will be mailed in April. 

Optional: If you wish to register for a camp session before receiving your official 

camp reward registration letter, you will be required to pay the standard $50 camp 

reservation deposit. This deposit is non-refundable whether or not the camp reward 

is earned. However, if your girl does not earn the reward, you may apply the $50 to the 

cost of regular camp fees. 

Dear Mom and Dad, 

Don’t forget to shop for my camp stuff! 

I hear there’s lots of cool gear at Girl 

Scout council stores. Find locations and 

ordering info at sdgirlscouts.org/store/ 

campessentials. 

XOXO, 

Your favorite Girl Scout

DAY 

CAMP 

Daisy K-Grade 1 

Brownie Grades 2-3 

Junior Grades 4-5 

Cadette Grades 6-8 

Senior Grades 9-10 

Ambassador Grades 11-12 

DAY CAMP 

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DAY CAMPS AT A GLANCE 

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AT-A-GLANCE 

# OF AFTER CAMPER CAMPER CAMPER COV COV COV DCA 

DATES DAYS CAMP NAME LOCATION TIMES OVERNIGHTS GRADES AIDES CARE BUS TIER A TIER B TIER C GIRL BOY AGE 3-5 CIT 

APRIL 

1-5 5 Science Safari* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-5 7-12 Yes $199 $169 $139 $89 $79 

1-5 5 Saddle Up! (Horse camp)* Animals Plus, El Centro 9 a.m.-12 noon 4-12 10-12 $150 $150 $150 $75 

JUNE 

camp ends 9 a.m on Sat. 

17-21 6 Girls of Greatness: 

Money Matters 

Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Fri. for DCA/CITs, 1-7 8-12 Yes $265 $235 $205 $119 $69 $89 

17-21 5 Teen Leadership Camp* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 7-12 Yes $255 $225 $195 

17-21 5 Wild Things* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-5 Yes $205 $175 $145 $109 

17-21 5 Aquatic Adventures Crown Cove Aquatic 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 4-8 10-12 Yes BC $269 $239 $209 $119 

Center, Coronado 

24-28 5 Adventure Chasers Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 4-8 10-12 Yes $269 $239 $209 $109 

24-28 5 CYT Presents “Seussical” Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 2-8 10-12 Yes $239 $209 $179 $114 $79 

24-28 5 Sea Sampler Balboa Campus 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 2-7 9-12 Yes $299 $269 $239 $199 $69 $119 

JULY 

1-3 3 Fantastical Fun* Escondido Program 

Center 

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-3 7-12 $169 $139 $109 $69 $59 

1-3 5 Bejeweled* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 4-8 10-12 Yes $205 $175 $145 $129 $99 

1-3 3 Robin Hoods* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 4-10 11-12 Yes $205 $175 $145 $89 

1-3 3 Wild Wonders Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Tuesday 2-7 8-12 Yes $335 $305 $275 $165 $79 

8-12 5 Art Attack* Escondido Program 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-5 7-12 $199 $169 $139 $89 $79 

Center 

8-12 5 G.E.M.M. Girls Empowered Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 7-12 Yes $329 $299 $269 

to Make Movies 

8-12 5 Giddy-Up Gold Rush Heartland Ranch 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 2-6 8-12 Yes BC $339 $309 $279 $134 

(Horse Camp) Lakeside 

8-12 5 S’mores Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 1-7 8-12 Yes $229 $199 $169 $104 $104 $69 $79 

8-12 5 STE[+A]M Camp: Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 6-8 Yes $329 $299 $269 

Introduction to Creative 

Computing 

15-19 5 For the Love of Animals Escondido Program 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-5 7-12 Yes BC $229 $199 $169 $79 

Center 

* = “5-Day Cookie Camp” eligible

AT-A-GLANCE 

# OF AFTER CAMPER CAMPER CAMPER COV COV COV DCA 

DATES DAYS CAMP NAME LOCATION TIMES OVERNIGHTS GRADES AIDES CARE BUS TIER A TIER B TIER C GIRL BOY AGE 3-5 CIT 

JULY continued 

15-19 5 STEM: Invention Convention Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 2-5 7-12 Yes $255 $225 $195 $119 $99 

15-21 7 Metropolis to Mountain Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; return Fri. & Sat. nights; 4-8 9-12 Yes $265 $235 $205 $119 $89 

Camp Winacka Sun. at 1 p.m. camp ends at 

1 p.m. Sun. 

22-26 5 V.I.S. Arts: Valuable Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Fri. Tuesday 8-12 Yes $309 $279 $249 $149 

Instruction for Scouts 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. 

in the Arts 

22-26 5 DIY: Designer* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 4-8 10-12 Yes $219 $189 $159 $104 $79 

22-26 5 Musicpalooza* Museum of Making 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-6 8-12 $199 $169 $139 $89 $79 

Music, Carlsbad 

22-26 5 Dreamcatchers Heartland Ranch, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 2-6 8-12 Yes BC $339 $309 $279 $134 

(Horse camp) 

Lakeside 

22-27 6 Wilderness Hiking 101 Balboa Campus 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fri. night camp ends 6-8 10-12 Yes $259 $229 $199 $89 

at 10 a.m. on Sat. 

JULY/AUGUST 

7/29- 

8/2 

5 Painted Ponies 

(Horse camp) 

Heartland Ranch, 

Lakeside 

8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 2-6 8-12 Yes BC $339 $309 $279 $134 

7/29- 5 Pirates and Princesses* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-5 Yes $229 $199 $169 $109 

8/2 

7/29- 5 Twilight Potpourri* Poway Lake 1-7 p.m. 1-6 8-12 $229 $189 $159 $96 $79 

8/2 

7/29- 6 Rainbow’s End Plays Again Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Fri. Fri. night camp ends 6-12 Yes $279 $249 $219 $119 

8/3 check-in 7:45 a.m. at 10 a.m. on Sat. 

AUGUST 

5-9 5 Art Attack* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. K-5 7-12 Yes $199 $169 $139 $89 $79 

5-9 5 Globetrotters* Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 6-10 10-12 Yes $229 $199 $169 $89 

5-9 5 Technology Goddesses Escondido Program 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Wed. for 5th 1-6 7-12 Yes BC $255 $225 $195 $119 $69 $69 $99 

Center Ends 4:30 p.m. for grade up 

DCA/CIT lab 

5-9 5 Cool Skates Balboa Campus 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 2-7 8-12 Yes $260 $230 $200 $110 $110 $79 

BUS INFORMATION 

BC: Bus departs and returns to Balboa Campus 

Bus departing and return times are available within individual day camp descriptions. 

DAY CAMPS AT A GLANCE 

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DAY CAMP 

Day Camps 

Adventure Chasers 

Grades 4-8; DCA/CITs: Grades 10-12 

Set a course for adventure with our climbing tower, 

swimming, archery and water sports! Make and achieve 

goals with your camp team at our Adventure Zone. Try 

kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding, and get down and 

dirty in a lighthearted mud run. Capture your escapades 

with an expedition camera for a cool video keepsake. 

High adventure instruction is provided by certified 

professionals at an introductory level which progresses 

with the group. 

June 24-28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 

Camper Tier A: $269, Tier B: $239, Tier C: $209, 

DCA/CIT: $109 

Information: Sandy Sultz, ssultz@sdgirlscouts.org, 

(619) 610-0814 

Aquatic Adventures 


Cool off in and on the water every day! Paddle beautiful, 

protected Crown Cove on a stand-up paddleboard, 

kayak or canoe. Make a splash with swimming and beach 

water polo. Girls in grades 6-8 may choose sailing as 

well. End the week with a fun luau. Plenty of games, 

songs and crafts make this a week to remember! 

June 17-21, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Crown Cove Aquatic Center at Silver Strand State Beach 


DCA/CIT: $119 


(619) 610-0814 

Art Attack! 

Grades K-5; DCA/CITs: Grades 7-12 

Express yourself with an explosion of exciting art! 

Experiment with two- and three-dimensional art, dance, 

instrumental and vocal exploration and theater arts. 

Do Artist Legacy badge activities for your age group. 

Workshops with guest artists and museum visits 

(different every year) will help you take artistry to a new 

level. Enjoy swimming, songs and games, too. Share 

your creations at a family gallery showing on Friday. 

Aug. 5-9, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 

Camper Tier A: $199, Tier B: $169, Tier C: $139, COV: 

$89, DCA/CIT: $79 

Information: Sandy Sultz, ssultz@sdgirlscouts.org, (619) 

610-0814 

Art Attack! 


Engage your inner artist at this creative camp. You’ll try 

a wide assortment of media, from sketching and sculpture 

to dance and drama. Take a trip to the California 

Center for the Arts for a special tour and workshop just 

for you and your fellow campers. Make wearable art 

while you work on badge activities for your age level. 

Songs and games round out the fun. This popular camp 

features new activities every year. Families are invited to 

an art show on Friday. 

Bejeweled NEW 


Develop your own jewelry style and express it with 

unique, quality pieces at this new camp. Take lessons 

from experts in wire wrapping, beading, polymer clay 

and other creative techniques. You’ll go home with 

bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings to wear 

yourself, give as gifts or use to start your own small business. 

You will be amazed at what you can make! 

July 1-3, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $129, DCA/CIT: $99 


(619) 610-0814 

Cool Skates 


Spin, glide, wiggle and swizzle! Each morning, take a bus 

from the Balboa Campus to the San Diego Ice Skating 

Rink for a half-hour lesson and two hours of free skating 

time. In the afternoon, return to camp for more 

activities, crafts and fun with friends. 

Aug. 5-9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $110, Boy: $110, DCA/CIT: $79 

Information: Diane Vogan, dnvogan@cox.net, 

(619) 670-7759 

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July 8-12, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Escondido Program Center 


COV: $89, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 610-0814

CYT Presents “Seussical” 


Explore the witty, wild and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss! 

Travel to the Land of Who and the Jungle of Nool to 

discover the delightfully zany characters created by 

one of the most beloved storytellers of all time. Learn 

about theater, voice, dance and teamwork with CYT’s 

professional, positive teachers. Invite family and friends 

to your Friday show. 

June 24-28, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $114, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 610-0814 

DIY: Designer 

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND 


Design your own look and be your own stylist at this fashion-forward 

camp. Learn sewing, crafting and designing 

techniques to transform old and everyday items into 

new treasures. Turn a pair of canvas shoes into wearable 

art and make your own sketchbook for recording 

your creations. Then strut down the runway in your new 

duds during the end-of-the-week fashion show. 

July 22-26, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $104, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 610-0814 

Fantastical Fun 


Build fairy huts or enchanted castles and dance with 

dragons or unicorns at a magical camp for imaginative 

campers. Create whimsical costumes to wear while you 

learn basic ballet moves and work on the Art of Ballet 

patch. Dream up your own fairy tale with your new camp 

friends and bring it to life with dramatic play, interpretive 

dance or bookmaking. Games, crafts and songs are part 

of each charmed day. 

July 1-3, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 



COV: $69, DCA/CIT: $59 


(619) 610-0814 

For the Love of Animals 

K-5; DCA/CITs: Grades 7-12 

Calling all critter-crazy campers: Spend two hours at 

the Escondido Humane Society each day, where you’ll 

get to know different kinds of pets and how to care for 

them. Plus, learn about careers in animal care and 

education from professionals in those fields. Enjoy 

traditional camp activities with a zoological twist and 

work toward the Animals badge for your age level. 

New this year: Drop off and pick up your camper at Girl 

Scouts’ Escondido Program Center (EPC) or Balboa 

Campus. Campers will ride a bus to the Escondido 

Humane Society for the two-hour program, then return 

to EPC for more animal-themed fun! 

July 15-19, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 



DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 610-0814 

= ”5-Day Cookie Camp” eligible 

Girls Empowered to Make Movies 

(G.E.M.M.) 

Grades 7-12 

Through the power of film, express yourself and explore 

issues that concern you. Learn how to use state-of-theart 

equipment and software. Gain hands-on experience 

in every aspect of filmmaking, including directing, 

cinematography, writing, editing, sound mixing, lighting 

and acting. Work in small groups to write a script, cast 

roles and plan props and locations. Present your 

masterpiece at a screening on Friday. 

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 

Camper Tier A: $329, Tier B: $299, Tier C: $269 


(619) 610-0814 

Girls of Greatness: Money Matters 


Learn to be a money whiz with the “Girls of Greatness!” 

Compare needs and wants, learn how to budget, make 

sound purchasing decisions, consider investing and 

practice philanthropy. Swim, visit the animal shelter, 

make piggy banks and wallets and play store. Go on a 

price tag scavenger hunt and shop with your own “day 

camp bucks.” Work toward the Financial Literacy badge 

for your age level. 

June 17-21, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 

Overnight: For DCA/CITs, June 21 (camp ends at 9 a.m. 

on June 22) 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $119, Preschool: $69, DCA/CIT: $89 

Information: Patrice Amon, patriceamon@gmail.com 

DAY CAMP 

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DAY CAMP 

Globetrotters NEW 


Experience the richness of other cultures and learn 

tricks for savvy traveling. Work toward the New Cuisine 

or Traveler badges as you prepare a tasty meal from 

a country you choose and investigate with your fellow 

wanderers. Hop on unusual vehicles as you earn the 

Alternate Transportation patch. Make your way to the 

airport for a behind-the-scenes tour. Gather tips and 

insight from seasoned participants in destinations (Girl 

Scouts’ travel program) and study-abroad programs, 

then plan your own fantastic journey! 

Aug. 5-9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


DCA/CIT: $89 


(619) 610-0814 

Metropolis to Mountain 


Learn outdoor skills while in the city, then apply them at 

camp. Join us for four days at Balboa Campus, located 

in the heart of San Diego, to prepare for a two-night 

stay at Camp Winacka in the local mountains. Activities 

include cooking, crafts, games, a critter encounter and 

team-building at the Adventure Zone. 

July 15-21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Overnights: July 19-21 (ends 1 p.m. July 21) 

Balboa Campus and Camp Winacka 


COV: $119, DCA/CIT: $89 

Information: Myla Coleman, mycokapi@cox.net, 

(619) 855-3472 

10 = ”5-Day Cookie Camp” eligible 

Horsin’ Around 

Horseback riding camps at 

Heartland Ranch 


At all our horse day camps, you’ll spend half of each day 

with the horses – including an hour each of arena riding 

instruction, classroom-style lessons and hands-on horse 

care education – every day. You’ll fill the rest of your day 

with crafts, snacks and activities related to the week’s 

theme. Plus, you’ll make new friends in small group 

classes, working toward journeys and badges as you go. 

The Painted Ponies session features special units for 

both beginning and returning riders. See “Saddle Up” day 

camp for Imperial Valley spring break offerings. 

Dates specified below, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Heartland Ranch, Lakeside 


DCA/CIT: $134 


(619) 610-0814 

Giddy-Up Gold Rush 

Have a hootin’ and hollerin’ good time in our Miners’ 

Camp as you create western crafts and foods with the 

other cowgirls. Search for gold you can weigh and trade 

for dry goods and vittles (trinkets and treats). Bring a 

bandit to justice in a camp-wide mystery and drama 

game. 

July 8-12 

Dreamcatchers 

Imagine a simple, horse-based life as you build and 

decorate a teepee with your clan, try authentic Native 

American foods and create beautiful craft projects, 

immersing yourself in varied and ancient cultures. 

Learn how stories and legends last through many 

generations, then tell your own story about the visions 

you’ve captured in your dreamcatcher. 

July 22-26 

Painted Ponies 

Love art and horses? Learn how to express your passion 

for horses with pencil, paint and other media during 

special classes with visiting artists. (We explore new 

techniques each year.) Your artwork will be a special 

memento of your time on the ranch with the ponies. At 

the end of the week, your group paints a real horse with 

animal-safe paints. 

July 29-Aug. 2 

Musicpalooza 


Find your rhythm by experimenting with cool sound 

machines and a huge array of musical instruments. 

Make your very own instrument and learn how to tell 

your story during a collaborative songwriting workshop. 

Visiting artists perform at interactive classes that are 

new every year. This camp is custom-designed just for 

Girl Scouts! No musical experience or ability required. 

July 22-26, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Museum of Making Music, Carlsbad 


COV: $89, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 610-0814 

Pirates and Princesses NEW 

Grades K-5 

Talk like a pirate or glitter it up: this is the perfect camp 

for aspiring swashbucklers and fair maidens alike! Create 

your own character and make dress-up accessories 

to fit the part. Cast off on a hunt for buried treasure 

and take part in a tasty tea party. Dream up skits, act 

them out with your new friends and collaborate on an 

illustrated storybook. Swim, play, make crafts and work 

toward badges. Plus, visit Pirate Shores and Castle Hill 

during a fun day at LEGOLAND. 

July 29-Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $109 


(619) 610-0814

Rainbow’s End Plays Again! 

Grades 6-12 

Come dabble in drama, then head to the Magic 

Kingdom to celebrate! Experience theater as you see 

a professional production and put on one of your own. 

Develop skills and talents by working together when 

acting, choosing costumes and makeup and designing 

sets and props. Strengthen your leadership capabilities 

as you interact with younger girls from the Pirates and 

Princesses camp. End the week with a blast at Disney 

California Adventures. 

July 29-Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Friday check-in at 

7:45 a.m. 

Overnight: Aug. 2 (ends 10 a.m. Aug. 3) 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $119 


(619) 610-0814 

Robin Hoods NEW 


Take aim at Girl Scouts’ favorite sport! You’ll have plenty 

of time to perfect your shooting technique and gain 

advanced skills. Design archery games to share with 

others and discover the Balboa Park Field Archery 

Range, walking from target to target in a wooded canyon. 

Take home super projects, like an arrow and quiver 

you’ll make yourself. Cool off in the pool and bond with 

new friends through camp songs and games. Work 

toward the Archery badge for your age level. 

July 1-3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


DCA/CIT: $89 


(619) 610-0814 

Saddle Up! 


Develop your riding skills and learn how to care for 

horses. You’ll spend an hour and a half each day with the 

horses, including riding instruction, classroom-style 

lessons and grooming/care. Spend the rest of the 

morning enjoying crafts, games and activities. All 

sessions are taught in small groups, perfect for making 

new friends. 

April 1-5, 9 a.m.-noon 

Animals Plus, El Centro 

Camper: $150, DCA/CIT: $75 

Information: Karla Flores, kflores@sdgirlscouts.org, 

(760) 353-2840, x381 

Science Safari 


Set out on an expedition to discover the secrets of 

Earth’s animals and plants! Peer through microscopes 

and binoculars to examine the earth’s best recyclers 

and finest predators, including our resident owl. Traipse 

through the San Diego Zoo on a special rainforest scavenger 

hunt. Uncover the mysteries of animal adaptation 

during private, age-level lab sessions at the Birch Aquarium. 

Snack on your own edible science experiments… 

and experience all the songs and silly safari games that 

make camp an adventure! 

April 1-5, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $89, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 610-0814 

Sea Sampler 


Each day will bring new learning adventures through 

SeaWorld’s educational program. You’ll take a chartered 

bus each morning from our Balboa Campus to SeaWorld, 

then come back to spend your afternoons playing, 

swimming, making crafts and working on badges or 

journeys with new friends. 

June 24-28, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $199, Boy: $69, DCA/CIT: $119 


(619) 610-0814 

S’mores 


Join us for s’more great fun, friends and adventures in 

this traditional day camp. Enjoy games, arts and crafts, 

archery (for girls entering grades 4-7), swimming, guest 

artists, field trips, badge activities and other explorations 

in the park. You’ll also watch the Junior Theater 

production of Dr. Doolittle and visit The New Children’s 

Museum. 

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $104, Boy: $104, Preschool: $69, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 670-7759 

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STE[+A]M Camp: Introduction to 

Creative Computing NEW 

Grades 6-8 

Discover the fundamentals of computer programming 

within a visual context during beginner-friendly lessons 

rooted in STE[+A]M (science, technology, engineering, 

arts and math). Hands-on activities include custom 

designing your own projects as you build new skills, 

including creating responsive virtual environments and 

interactive applets. Set a firm foundation for future 

learning in career fields such as media arts, game design 

and the web. 

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 



(619) 610-0814 

STEM: Invention Convention NEW 


If you love crazy, messy experiments and are curious 

about how and why things work, this is the camp for 

you! Each day features amazing activities from the 

STEM disciplines: science, technology, engineering and 

math. Explore simple machines, structures, electrical 

circuits and chemistry; snack on edible science experiments; 

and develop your own innovative creations. Mix 

traditional camp fun with lots of gooey, slimy, fizzy and 

explosive lab activities. 

July 15-19, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $119, DCA/CIT: $99 


(619) 610-0814 

Technology Goddesses 


Camp with a technology twist. Explore cloud computing 

and take digital pictures and videos. Campers enjoy 

crafts and traditional activities, and attend age- and 

skill-appropriate computer sessions that vary from year 

to year. Highlights include after-camp lab sessions for 

DCA/CITs, a sleepover for those in grades 5-12, water 

games and “Academy Awards.” 

Aug. 5-9, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (4:30 p.m. for DCA/CIT lab) 

Overnight: Aug. 7 for campers entering grades 5 and up 



COV: $119, Boy: $69, Preschool: $69, DCA/CIT: $99 

Information: Cora Carmody, 

cora@technology-goddesses.org, (760) 274-3834 

(call before 8:30 p.m.) 

Teen Leadership Camp NEW 

Grades 7-12 

Take the lead! Whether you’re planning to be a day 

camp teen mentor, work on one of Girl Scouts’ highest 

awards or serve on your school’s ASB, you can stretch 

and strengthen your talents at this camp. Separate 

age-level groups will allow you to focus on shared 

goals and make plans to achieve them. Sharpen your 

teamwork skills on our Adventure Zone, gain “on-thejob” 

training by leading activities with girls in Wild Things 

camp (see page 13) and benefit from professional 

leadership training workshops. 

Fulfills training requirements for Day Camp Aide, Day 

Camp Counselor-in-Training I and II and Volunteer-in- 

Training. (For resident camp CIT training, see 

descriptions of those sessions.) 

June 17-21, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 



(619) 610-0814 

Twilight Potpourri 


Join the twilight fun at beautiful Lake Poway! Choose the 

theme and activities with your group from a wide variety 

of exciting possibilities. Decide on badges or journey 

options you’d like to work on, and use your leadership 

skills to make it happen. Older girls can try paddle 

boating and archery, and everyone can hike, fish, sing 

camp songs, play water games and make tons of cool 

crafts. 

July 29-Aug. 2, 1-7 p.m. 

Poway Lake 


COV: $96, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 610-0814 

V.I.S. Arts: Valuable Instruction for 

Scouts in the Arts 

Grades 8-12 

Explore fashion photography careers as you learn how 

to take magazine-quality photos. Learn about lighting 

and work with models to create a fashion magazine. 

You’ll even be able to develop some of your own images 

in a darkroom and master basic Adobe Photoshop skills. 

July 22-26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; July 26: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. 

Overnight: Tuesday, July 23 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $149 

Information: Josie Gonzales, jamon-10@sandiego.edu, 

(619) 573-2363

Wild Things 

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND 

Grades K-5 

Go where the Wild Things are: Girl Scout camp! Leave 

your tame side at home as you unleash your creativity 

for crazy dress-up days, wacky science projects and 

messy-but-edible art. Take a photography or sketching 

lesson so you can capture images of your favorite 

beasties on a special trip to the San Diego Zoo. Enjoy 

up-close animal encounters, discover what you can do 

to help keep wild things safe, and finish the week with a 

luau! 

June 17-21, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $109 


(619) 610-0814 

Wild Wonders 


Explore wildlife and outdoor adventures with new 

friends as you enjoy crafts, swimming, games and 

special guests. Complete activities from the Bugs, 

Habitats or Animal Helpers badges. Spend Tuesday 

night at a SeaWorld exhibit and spend the next day 

discovering ocean life right there in the park. 

July 1-3, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

Overnight: Tuesday, July 2 

Balboa Campus 


COV: $165, DCA/CIT: $79 


(619) 670-7759 

Wilderness Hiking 101 


Learn about “the 10 Essentials,” compass usage, GPS 

technology and other things you need to know to safely 

hike in the city and the wilderness. Start out trekking 

around camp, then progress to more advanced day 

hikes farther away from civilization. Build a strong bond 

with your team on our Adventure Zone climbing tower. 

Take a dip in the pool, paddle a canoe and take aim at 

our archery range. On Friday, stay overnight for a sneak 

peek at the Girl Scout backpacking program by cooking 

on an expedition stove, sleeping in a backpacking tent 

and learning from older girls in the program. 

July 22-27, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 

Overnight: July 26 (ends 10 a.m. July 27) 

Balboa Campus 


DCA/CIT: $89 

Information: Marilyn Sedlund, msedlund@san.rr.com, 

(858) 780-9644 

= ”5-Day Cookie Camp” eligible 


register online at www.sdgirlscouts.org/camp 

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DAY CAMP INFORMATION 

Day camp 

With a camp for every interest and age level, there’s never been a more exciting time to 

attend Girl Scout day camp! Develop new skills and ideas, face challenges and celebrate 

your successes with new friends! 

• Camps are held at Girl Scouts’ Balboa Campus, Escondido Program Center and other 

county locations, including museums, parks, recreation centers and amusement 

parks. 

• Girls in grades K-12 attend camps with themes and activities customized for their 

ages and interests. Campers will work on, and may complete, Girl Scout recognitions. 

• Girls are decision-makers with leadership opportunities in every day camp program. 

• Campers enjoy three or more consecutive days of camp, for approximately six hours 

each day. 

• Girls can sign up as individual campers or attend with a buddy. 

• Extended care is available mornings and afternoons at the Balboa Campus. 

• Most sessions run Monday through Friday, with occasional overnight adventures. 

• Exciting new sessions include STEM, Robin Hoods, Teen Leadership and 

Globetrotters camps. 

Day camp FAQs 

When and where is extended care available? How much does it cost? 

Extended care is available for camps based at our Balboa Campus, or with bus service 

to/from Balboa Campus. Morning care is offered from 7:30 a.m. until camp check-in. 

Afternoon care is available after camp until 6 p.m. Cost is $5 per morning or afternoon. 

My girl wants to go to horse camp. What is a “returning rider?” 

A returning rider is a camper who attended one of our horse day camps, earlier in the 

same summer or in a past year. 

How much time does my girl spend with horses at horse camp? 

Each day, girls receive three hours of horse-related instruction in small groups: 

• A one-hour riding lesson in an arena 

• One hour of horse care instruction and practice 

• A one-hour clinic on various equestrian topics 

celebrate that philosophy! If girls from the same troop attend the same camp, they’ll 

find it fun to carpool together and share stories on the way home each day. 

We registered…now what? 

We will e-mail you a camp confirmation, an information guide and required paperwork 

shortly after we receive your registration. The guide details what to expect at camp and 

what girls need to bring. The camp director may also send a letter shortly before camp 

begins with last-minute reminders and information. 

What should my camper bring? 

All girls need the following daily: A hearty lunch (refrigeration and microwave are not 

available); refillable water bottle; sunscreen; lip balm; sturdy, closed-toed walking 

shoes; clothing that can get dirty and a hat for hot days. Other items vary from camp to 

camp, such as bathing suits, towels and bandanas. Refer to individual camp information 

guide for other details. 

What does the COV rate mean? 

COV (child of volunteer) is a discounted rate offered to campers whose parents volunteer 

for a week of day camp. For more information, please see the day camp volunteers 

section on page 15. 

What is the difference between day and resident camp Counselor-in-Training 

(CIT) programs? 

The day camp and resident camp CIT programs are completely independent offerings, 

designed and implemented with the unique characteristics of each program in mind. 

Advance training is required for day camp CIT only. For questions about day camp CIT, 

contact Sandy Sultz at ssultz@sdgirlscouts.org or (619) 610-0814; for resident camp 

CIT details contact Gabby Coburn at gcoburn@sdgirlscouts.org or (619) 610-0816. 

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Girls spend the rest of the day in our “camp” area of the ranch, enjoying crafts, games 

and activities related to that week’s theme. 

How do I enroll my daughter with a friend? 

Look for the “camp friend” prompt when you register online. If you register by mail, 

staple together both girls’ applications and payments. 

Can my camper’s whole troop register together? 

Sorry, we cannot guarantee placement of more than two campers in the same unit. 

Part of the magic of camp is making new friends. Please allow girls to experience and

Adults: Volunteer for day camp! 

Volunteers are essential to the day camp experience. Have as much fun as the campers, 

while developing leadership skills, mentoring other girls, experiencing the outdoors 

and making new friends! There is no cost to volunteer, and your child will receive a 

significant discount on camp fees. Apply early for best placement options. 

Volunteers with children at camp 

A COV (child of volunteer) rate is listed for camps that use volunteers. To receive the 

COV rate for your camper, you agree to work the full week of camp. 

To volunteer: Register your child under the COV category to receive the discount. Then 

complete the Day Camp Volunteer Application. A camp background check form will 

be sent to you. If you are not selected to volunteer, your girl may attend camp at the 

regular rate. 

COV/Boy or Preschool indicates a camp that can accommodate male or preschool siblings 

of campers, to allow their parents to volunteer at camp. The boys and preschoolers 

enjoy activities in their own groups, with their own leaders. Please contact the camp 

director for information. 

Volunteers without children at camp 

There are many ways for volunteers to help at day camp, for a few hours or for a full 

week. You might help with science experiments, teach knitting, lead a sailing lesson or 

provide logistic support to a director…it’s up to you! To learn more, contact Mary Mautino 

at mmautino@sdgirlscouts.org or (619) 610-0719. 

Adult volunteer opportunities and training 

• Camp director plans and implements day camp, including developing a budget, 

planning program and training and supervising day camp volunteers and staff 

• Assistant camp director assists the director in planning and organizing a camp 

• Program director helps to plan and implement general camp activities 

• Unit leader/counselor leads a group of campers through their week of fun activities 

• Health supervisor manages health and safety through prevention and treatment 

• Program volunteer shares expertise or hobby with campers during a short workshop 

or presentation 

• Business manager maintains the budget and finances of a camp 

• Training sessions: 

o Day camp volunteer training day: Saturday, April 27, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 

Balboa Campus 

o Camp-specific volunteer training: Various dates to be announced 

o First aid, CPR, program and outdoor training are available for all Girl Scout 

volunteers, including those for day camp. Consider your options at 

www.sdgirlscouts.org/training. 

Day camp teen mentoring program 

Day Camp Aides (DCAs) and Day Camp Counselors-in-Training (CITs) – formerly 

known as Program Aides – are campers who support younger campers under the direct 

supervision of adult staff. They provide a unique caring connection to campers. These 

teen mentors can earn leadership and community service hours that fulfill Girl Scout 

recognition and school requirements 

Our day camp teen mentoring program now features two levels: 

• Day Camp DCAs are girls entering grades 7-8 who help campers with crafts, games 

and songs and assist unit counselors. 

• Day Camp CITs are girls entering grades 9-12. In addition to providing general support 

for younger campers, these seasoned, older girls also mentor DCAs. They have 

opportunities to further their leadership skills by planning and executing program 

activities for younger campers. 

Prerequisite: Prior to serving at camp, all DCAs and CITs must complete training (see 

page 16 for details). 

How to become a Day Camp Aide or Counselor-in-Training 

• Registration begins on Friday, Feb. 1 at www.sdgirlscouts.org/camp or via a camp 

registration form. 

• DCA/CIT day camps sessions are very popular! To allow as many girls as possible to 

serve, registration is limited to two camps per DCA/CIT until Friday, March 1. After 

that date, they may register for additional camps. DCAs/CITs are placed in camps on 

a first-come, first-served basis. 

• Contacting the camp director directly does not result in placement priority. 

• Buddy requests by DCAs/CITs cannot be granted, due to the nature of the leadership 

experience. 

• Training sessions are detailed on next page; registration is online or via an individual 

registration form. 

• DCAs/CITs must attend the required trainings prior to their day camp sessions. 

Check out camps for older girls! In addition to DCA/CIT opportunities, attend one or 

more sessions designed for girls in grades 7-12. 

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DCA/CIT training 

As much an educational opportunity as a requirement, DCA/CIT training builds skills 

girls can use in other ways, such as helping a troop of younger girls, volunteering at a 

service unit event or serving the community. 

New DCAs must complete six hours of training. To transition to Day Camp CIT, girls 

must complete an additional six hours of training. Training must be renewed every two 

years. Camp-specific training and planning sessions are offered for some camps, as 

well. The camp director will provide information regarding the availability of any campspecific 

training. 

Training handbook and sessions 

These DCA and CIT training session descriptions include corresponding hours that 

count toward the required six hours of training. Teen mentors should also download 

our DCA/CIT Handbook at sdgirlscouts.org/camp (one hour of training). 

Leadership FUNdamentals for new Day Camp Aides (three hours) 

Learn basic leadership skills for DCA roles and responsibilities, such as how to mentor 

younger girls and make them feel comfortable at camp. Focus on developing day camp 

skills and know-how. Discover what you can expect at day camp and at other leadership 

and mentoring events. 

Advanced Leadership for Day Camp CITs (three hours) 

Expand your leadership experience by discovering more about camper age characteristics, 

group dynamics, conflict resolution and working collaboratively with adults. 

Learn about team bonding, building consensus and debriefing techniques that will enable 

your girls to transform activities into experiences. Identify your unique leadership 

traits and consider how to use them to effectively motivate and lead others. 

Prerequisite: Leadership FUNdamentals or past Program Aide Core Leadership 

Enrichment FUNdamentals for new Day Camp Aides (three hours) 

Find out how to lead traditional camp activities. Get practical tips on how to help and 

motivate younger girls at day camp and other events. Learn how to share your expertise 

and passion with those around you. Share tricks, tips, songs and games with other DCAs 

so you’ll always have something fun to do with your campers! 

Advanced Enrichment for Day Camp CITs (three hours) 

You already know how to help younger girls have fun…now discover how to develop program 

activities! Practice brainstorming, idea development, and planning and activity 

execution. This hands-on class will allow you to take charge of a future training or camp 

activity and make it your own. 

Prerequisite: Enrichment FUNdamentals or past Program Aide Enrichment 

Refresher for CITs with prior Program Aide training (two hours) 

Girls who completed Program Aide training and have served as a DCA or CIT within the 

past year are eligible to renew their training at a refresher session. Learn what’s new and 

different this season, then share a song and a game with the group. Discuss solutions to 

common camp challenges and develop advanced leadership techniques. 

Teen Leadership Camp (40 hours) 

With separate units for aspiring DCAs and CITs, you’ll learn exactly what you need to be 

a strong leader at day camp. We’ll cover all the topics described in the training sessions 

above, plus higher awards training and Take Action leadership, empowering you to 

make a difference beyond camp as well. See the camp description on page 12 for more 

details. 

DCA/CIT Training Handbook and Session Schedule 

Dates and times Materials/sessions Location Cost 

Any day or time DCA/CIT Handbook sdgirlscouts.org/camp Free 

Saturday, March 9, Leadership Balboa Leadership $7 

9 a.m.-noon FUNdamentals Center 

Saturday, March 9, Enrichment Balboa Leadership $7 

1-4 p.m. FUNdamentals Center 

Tuesday, March 19, Refresher Balboa Campus, $7 

6:30-8:30 p.m. Cabin 1 

Saturday, March 23, Leadership Escondido $7 

9 a.m.-noon FUNdamentals Program Center 

Saturday, March 23, Enrichment Escondido $7 

1-4 p.m. FUNdamentals Program Center 

Wednesday, March 27, Advanced Balboa Campus, $7 

6-9 p.m. Leadership Cabin 1 

Thursday, April 11, Advanced Balboa Campus, $7 

6-9 p.m. Enrichment Cabin 1 

Saturday, April 13, Leadership North Coastal $7 

9 a.m.-noon FUNdamentals Service Center 

Saturday, April 13, Enrichment North Coastal $7 

1- 4 p.m. FUNdamentals Service Center 

Saturday, May 11, Leadership Balboa Leadership $7 

9 a.m.-noon FUNdamentals Center 

Saturday, May 11, Enrichment Balboa Leadership $7 

1-4 p.m. FUNdamentals Center 

Monday-Friday, Teen Leadership Balboa Campus Varies 

June 17-21 Camp Level 3 

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

RESIDENT CAMP 

Daisy K-Grade 1 

Brownie Grades 2-3 

Junior Grades 4-5 

Cadette Grades 6-8 

Senior Grades 9-10 

Ambassador Grades 11-12 

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RESIDENT CAMPS AT A GLANCE 

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AT-A-GLANCE CAMP WINACKA 

DATES SESSION # OF DAYS PROGRAM CABIN GRADE TIER A TIER B TIER C 

June 24-28 WIN 1 5 Jump Start * Rustic 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 Camp Chef * Stars 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Camp Out Loud! * Stars 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Horsin’ Around Rustic 4-5 $425 $375 $325 

5 Splash! * Rustic 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Adventure Seekers * Stars 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

5 Camp: The Movie * Stars 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

5 Night Owls * Rustic 6-10 $395 $345 $295 

5 Take the Reins Rustic 6-10 $425 $375 $325 

June 24-28 & July 1-12 WIN 1B 17 Counselor-in-Training 2 Rustic 12 $875 $825 $775 

July 1-5 WIN 2 5 Jump Start * Rustic 2-3 $395 $345 $295 


5 CSI: Winacka * Stars 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Muddy Buddies * Rustic 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Snapshots * Stars 4-5 $395 $345 $295 


5 Eco Artist * Rustic 6-8 $395 $345 $295 



July 1-12 WIN 2B 12 Night Owls Extreme Rustic 8-12 $785 $735 $685 

July 6-12 WIN 3 7 Just Add Water Stars 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Girl vs. Wild Stars 4-5 $515 $465 $415 


7 Winacka Wizards Rustic 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Canoe Adventure Stars 6-8 $545 $495 $445 

7 Lights, Camera, Action! Stars 6-8 $515 $465 $415 

7 My Camp, My Rules Rustic 6-8 $515 $465 $415 


7 Night Owls Rustic 6-10 $515 $465 $415 

7 Backpacking Rustic 8-12 $545 $495 $445 

July 15-19 WIN 4 5 Jump Start * Rustic 2-3 $395 $345 $295 




5 Pop! Boom! Wow! * Rustic 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 GS Weekly * Rustic 6-8 $395 $345 $295 




* = “5-Day Cookie Camp” eligible 

5 Lead On! * Rustic 9-12 $395 $345 $295

AT-A-GLANCE CAMP WINACKA 


July 22-28 WIN 5 7 Girl vs. Wild Stars 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Winacka Wizards Rustic 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Just Add Water Stars 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Canoe Adventure Stars 6-8 $545 $495 $445 

7 Lights, Camera, Action! Stars 6-8 $515 $465 $415 

7 My Camp, My Rules Rustic 6-8 $515 $465 $415 

7 Night Owls Rustic 6-10 $515 $465 $415 


July 22- August 2 WIN 5B 12 Cowgirl You Rustic 8-12 $825 $775 $725 

12 Surviving Winacka Rustic 8-12 $885 $785 $735 

12 Counselor-in-Training I Rustic 11-12 $725 $675 $625 

July 29- August 2 WIN 6 5 Jump Start * Rustic 2-3 $395 $345 $295 




5 Splash! * Rustic 4-5 $395 $345 $295 



August 5-9 WIN 7 5 Jump Start * Rustic 2-3 $395 $345 $295 



5 Muddy Buddies * Rustic 4-5 $395 $345 $295 



5 Camp: The Movie * Stars 6-8 $395 $345 $295 



5 Lead On! * Rustic 9-12 $395 $345 $295 

August 12-16 WIN 8 5 Jump Start * Rustic 2-3 $395 $345 $295 



5 Pop! Boom! Wow! * Rustic 4-5 $395 $345 $295 



5 Eco Artist * Rustic 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

5 GS Weekly * Rustic 6-8 $395 $345 $295 




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AT-A-GLANCE CAMP WHISPERING OAKS 


June 24-28 CWO 1 5 Brownie Boogie * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 Once Upon a Time * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 Leaves, Trees and Bumblebees * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 D.I.Y. Girls * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Just Dance * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Camp Factor * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Mountain Chef Goddess * Modern 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

5 Arts Alive * Modern 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

July 1-3 CWO 2 3 Mini Adventure Camp * Modern 1-5 $175 

July 6-12 CWO 3 7 Buddies & Pals Modern 2-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 On the Set Modern 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Shutter Bug Modern 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Sew Good Modern 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Mountain Chef Goddess Modern 6-8 $515 $465 $415 

7 Babysitter’s Club Modern 6-10 $515 $465 $415 

7 Vintage Avengers Modern 6-10 $515 $465 $415 

July 15-19 CWO 4 5 Fairy Wings and Princess Things * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 Brownie Boogie * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 Exo Explorers * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 I Heart Art! * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Cooking Diva * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 


5 The Glee Project * Modern 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

July 22-28 CWO 5 7 Buddies and Pals Modern 2-3 $515 $465 $415 

7 Sew Good Modern 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 On the Set Modern 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Shutter Bug Modern 4-5 $515 $465 $415 

7 Mountain Chef Goddess Modern 6-8 $515 $465 $415 

7 Babysitter’s Club Modern 6-10 $515 $465 $415 

7 Pin It Modern 6-10 $515 $465 $415 

July 29-Aug. 2 CWO 6 5 Glitter Bugs * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 


5 Superhero Academy * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 


5 Starry Night * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 


5 The Glee Project * Modern 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

5 Yarnology * Modern 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

* = “5-Day Cookie Camp” eligible

AT-A-GLANCE CAMP WHISPERING OAKS 


August 5-9 CWO 7 5 Fairy Wings and Princess Things * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 Leaves, Trees and Bumblebees * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 Brownie Boogie * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 D.I.Y. Girls * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Just Dance * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Shutter Bug * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Arts Alive * Modern 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

5 Pin It * Modern 6-10 $395 $345 $295 

August 12-16 CWO 8 5 Glitter Bugs * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 


5 Eco Explorers * Modern 2-3 $395 $345 $295 

5 I Heart Art! * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 


5 Starry Night * Modern 4-5 $395 $345 $295 

5 Yarnology * Modern 6-8 $395 $345 $295 

5 Vintage Avengers * Modern 6-10 $395 $345 $295 


register online at www.sdgirlscouts.org/camp 

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RESIDENT CAMP 

Camp 

Whispering Oaks 

(Modern cabin accommodations) 

Arts Alive 

Grades 6-8 

Get to know your inner artist through drawing, painting 

and other forms of creative expression. Create and take 

home a portfolio for storing future projects. Work with 

your team on a mural or sculpture for our camp 

community. 

Five Days Tier A: $395 B: $345 C: $295 

June 24-28 (Session WO 1) 

Aug. 5-9 (Session WO 7) 

Babysitter’s Club 

Grades 6-10 

Get the skills, practice and certification you need to be a 

great babysitter. Learn about caring for infants and children, 

role modeling, decision-making and problem-solving, 

safety precautions and parent interviews. Put your 

new know-how to the test by helping younger campers 

and spending time with our lifelike infant-care simulation 

dolls. You will have the opportunity to earn your Red 

Cross Babysitter’s, CPR and first aid certifications. 

Prerequisite: Must be 11 years old at start of session 

Seven Days Tier A: $515 B: $465 C: $415 

July 6-12 (Session WO 3) 


Brownie Boogie 

Grades 2-3 

Learn to boogie, jive, leap and lunge like a dancing superstar 

while partaking in fantastical camp activities. Get 

a chance to shine alongside your dance buddies while 

performing a spectacular show for the entire camp. 





Buddies and Pals 

Grades 2-5 

Bring a buddy to camp for an unforgettable week 

together! As a dynamic duo, you will explore nature, 

participate in sports, play in the water, cook outside and 

make arts and crafts projects. You’ll get to sleep under 

the stars and make new friends with your best pal by 

your side. 




Camp Factor 

Grades 4-5 

Do you love the idea of performing at closing campfire 

or on the singing deck? Here’s your chance! Challenge 

yourself to be creative with song, acting and improv 

games that will keep you engaged and inspire you to act. 

Then put it all together and put on a show for the whole 

camp. 




July 29-Aug. 2 (Session WO 6) 

Cooking Diva 

Grades 4-5 

Cook up a culinary storm of fabulous main dishes and 

delectable desserts in an outdoor setting. With the help 

of your cabin mates, create tasty treats for your fellow 

campers. Get fired up to fill up your own recipe booklet! 





D.I.Y. Girls 

Grades 4-5 

Embrace your do-it-yourself spirit to make cool and 

functional items. Work on special projects for camp, 

and take home a D.I.Y. project of your very own. The 

small group size allows campers to have lots of one-onone 

help from counselors. 

Five Days TierA: $395 B: $345 C: $295 



Eco Explorers 

Grades 2-3 

Come to where recycling rules, water and energy 

conservation rock and wildlife is cherished. Learn more 

about how to be a great citizen and take care of the 

world in which we live. Get ready to explore ideas and 

our great outdoor environment. 




Fairy Wings and Princess Things 

Grades 2-3 

Camp becomes a magical fairyland during this session, 

where you can build houses for the wee folk, make fairy 

dust and create your own pair of wings to wear. You’ll 

also enjoy an elegant tea party with other great princesses 

of Camp Whispering Oaks and faraway lands. 




The Glee Project 

Grades 6-8 

Sing, dance and act your way through the week. Create, 

rehearse and perform an all-camp musical while learning 

new skills and improving the ones you have. Get your 

groove on, sing like an American Idol and perform like a 

real Glee actor! 




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Glitter Bugs 

Grades 2-3 

Come play and create art that sparkles and shines! 

Get creative with glitter, sequins, paint and more. Bring 

out your glamorous inner artist to make your very own 

masterpiece. You will also get a chance to help decorate 

for our all-camp event. 




I Heart Art! 

Grades 4-5 

Come discover the world of creative arts. Dabble in 

writing, drawing, painting or jewelry-making. At the end 

of the week, display your work in an all-camp art show. 




Just Dance 

Grades 4-5 

Come to camp and move your feet! You’ll learn different 

styles of dance, from hip-hop to modern . . . and maybe 

even ballet. Wrap up the week with an all-camp performance 

and ‘80s-themed dance party. 




Leaves, Trees and Bumblebees 

Grades 2-3 

Discover all that Camp Whispering Oaks has to offer. 

Hike around camp and learn about the local flora and 

fauna. Participate in some great nature crafts, make 

lifelong friends, dabble with science, explore the stars 

and sing songs around the campfire. 




Mini-Adventure Camp 

Grades 1-5 

This is the perfect camp for first-timers! Get a little 

taste of sleeping away from home, making new friends, 

constructing crafts, eating s’mores around the campfire, 

hiking, experiencing nature and playing games. 

Parents have the option of dropping off their campers 

or having them ride the bus to camp. 

Three Days $175 


Mountain Chef Goddess (5-Day camps only) 

Grades 6-8 

If you’re hungry to learn how to cook, have we got a 

camp for you! Discover culinary secrets and gain advanced 

cooking skills by working with the best chefs at 

camp. You’ll put your newfound knowledge to the test 

on shepherd’s stoves and kitchen ranges as you whip 

up dishes that will amaze and delight your friends. You’ll 

go home ready to prepare great meals! 

*Five Days Tier A: $395 B: $345 C: $295 





On the Set 

Grades 4-5 

If you love writing, performing, dressing up or re-arranging 

your room, this is the camp for you! This program 

allows you to write the script, be the star, design the 

costumes and create the set. All of your hard work will 

pay off when you and your team perform for the whole 

camp. 




Once Upon a Time 

Grades 2-3 

Super storytellers who love the spotlight can create 

their own fairy tale play. Give familiar folklore a new 

ending or mix two stories into one as you write and act 

in a personalized performance for everyone at Camp 

Whispering Oaks. 





Pin It (5-Day camps only) 

Grades 6-10 

Take 12 fantastic ideas from Pinterest.com and try them 

yourself, creating some of the grooviest do-it-yourself 

projects around. Be prepared to amaze yourself and 

those around you as you try your hand at a variety of 

mild-to-wild crafts. 





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Sew Good 

Grades 4-5 

Learn the basic skills that are the building blocks for 

more complex sewing projects. Get ready, measure 

twice, cut once…you’ll be threading your way to success 

in no time. Return home with a sampler of stitches and 

sweet sewing knowledge. 




Shutter Bug (5-Day camps only) 

Grades 4-5 

Looking through the camera lens and searching for 

that ideal shot is an awe-inspiring experience. Come to 

Camp Whispering Oaks to learn how to create perfect 

pictures using basic principles of photography. You’ll go 

home with your prize-winning photo and a new-found 

passion. 






Starry Night 

Grades 4-5 

Find out what it’s like to be an astronomer through 

out-of-sight experiences. Explore the galaxy using telescopes 

to identify planets and get an up-close look at 

your favorite constellations. Create a sky map as a guide 

for your overnight under the stars. When the sun is out, 

explore all that camp has to offer with your fellow space 

explorers. 




Superhero Academy 

Grades 2-3 

Attention all future superheroes: Up, up and away we go 

to camp for a fun-filled week of Superhero training! Design 

and make your very own cape and other cool gear. 

Use your special powers to perform good deeds and 

solve daily camp mysteries. Up, up and away to camp! 



Vintage Avengers (5-Day camps only) 

Grades 6-10 

This camp session is designed for crafty fashionistas! 

Learn how to shop for less, while discovering the latest 

and greatest “finds” in fashion. Visit a thrift store to unearth 

some diamonds in the rough, then tailor, customize 

and personalize your new treasure. Show off all of 

your work at an all-camp fashion show. 





Yarnology 

Grades 6-8 

Grab a hook and skein of yarn to create some spectacular 

stuff. Make your own knitting needles, and participate 

in a crochet service project. Whether it’s your first time 

knitting or crocheting or you are a longtime aficionado, 

this program will provide something for you. 




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register online at www.sdgirlscouts.org/camp

Camp Winacka 

(Under-the-stars and rustic cabin 

accommodations) 

Adventure Seekers 

Grades 6-8 

Under-the-stars accommodations 

Discover a world of adventure in canoeing, hiking and 

bouldering. Satisfy your thirst for new experiences with 

a week packed full of high-action sports in the great 

outdoors. Make your way to the far reaches of camp to 

explore Rattlesnake Gorge and Lower Lake. 


June 24-28 (Session WIN 1) 

July 1-5 (Session WIN 2) 


July 29-Aug. 2 (Session WIN 6) 

Aug. 5-9 (Session WIN 7) 


Backpacking 

Grades 8-12 

Rustic cabin accommodations 

Build your backpacking skills before setting out on a 

three-day, off-camp backpacking trip. Learn the basics, 

including map-and-compass navigation and Leave No 

Trace camping ethics; plan your own mountain meals 

in cooking groups; learn the do’s and don’ts of packing 

your gear; then set off to conquer the trail. You’ll earn 

the Girl Scouts San Diego’s Wilderness Hiking and Basic 

Backpacking patches. 



Camp Chef 

Grades 4-5 


Cook up a culinary storm of fabulous main dishes and 

delectable desserts. Experience a variety of outdoor 

cooking techniques as you whip up mouthwatering 

main dishes and delicious desserts. Plan and prepare 

rustic meals and create your own cookbook. Put your 

new skills to test at the end of the week with an “Iron 

Chef” cook-off featuring a mystery ingredient. You’ll 

work toward the Simple Meals badge. 





Camp Out Loud! 

Grades 4-5 


Camp your way! Work with your team to discover all that 

Camp Winacka has to offer, sampling arts and crafts, 

aquatics, outdoor cooking, nature studies, challenge 

course, archery and more. At the end of the week, write 

a camp song with your group about all the fun you had 

and present it at campfire. 





Camp: The Movie 

Grades 6-8 


Envision this camp through your own lens. Will you write, 

produce, direct or act? Work in small groups to put 

together a short drama, documentary or comedy about 

camp. Showcase your creations at a film festival for 

other campers, and share the link to your masterpiece 

with family and friends. You’ll work toward the Digital 

Movie Maker badge. 




Canoe Adventure 

Grades 6-8 


Practice canoeing at camp, then put your skills to the 

test. Develop skills on the water while making new 

friends. Work on a tip test, stroke development and 

teamwork, then plan and take a trip to a local lake to 

camp out and practice what you’ve learned. 




Counselor-in-Training 1 (CIT 1) 

Age 16 


Take the first step toward becoming a camp counselor 

by practicing leading and working with campers. Identify 

your talents, understand your leadership style, polish 

your teaching skills and experience the challenges and 

rewards of working with younger girls in an outdoor setting. 

You’ll work toward the CIT Award. 

Twelve Days Tier A: $725 B: $675 C: $625 

July 22-Aug. 2 (Session WIN 5B) 

Counselor-in-Training 2 (CIT 2) 

Age 17 


Continue developing camp counseling skills and work 

directly with campers. Get experience in supervision, 

group management and program planning. Gain insight 

into the responsibilities of managing the camp community 

while you work toward your CIT 2 Award. CITs go 

home for the weekend of June 28-July 1. 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of CIT I or council 

approval. 

Seventeen Days Tier A: $875 B: $825 C: $775 

June 24-28 and (Session WIN 1B) 

July 1-12 

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Cowgirl You 

Grades 8-12 


Take your horsemanship skills to the next level. Hit the 

back trails of Camp Winacka for longer trail rides, show 

your stuff in the Rocky Ridge Rodeo and help younger 

girls as they learn the basics of horse husbandry. 

Prerequisite: At least one session of previous horse 

camp experience or regular riding lessons. 



CSI: Winacka 

Grades 4-5 


Camp Scene Investigators: Solve a Camp Winacka 

mystery and be the camp heroes! Put on your thinking 

cap and search for clues while exploring camp. Collect 

all the facts and interview potential suspects, then 

take center stage and reveal your findings to the whole 

camp. You’ll work toward the Detective badge. 





Eco Artist 

Grades 6-8 


Unleash your inner artist! Create all sorts of original art 

with natural and recycled materials. Learn techniques in 

painting, sculpture and textiles using natural and traditional 

materials…then show off your stuff in an art show 

for the whole camp. 




Girl vs. Wild 

Grades 4-5 


Get hands-on survival experience with back country 

skills. Practice building shelters, making fire, identifying 

edible plants, tracking animals and navigating the land. 

Learn how to stay safe and embrace the Leave No Trace 

camping ethic, then prove your skills at the end of the 

week at the Survivor Olympics. 




GS Weekly 

Grades 6-8 


Take a crash course in journalism, then design and 

publish the 2013 camp magazine. Conduct interviews, 

write articles, shoot photos, create comics and design 

layouts to capture the highlights of your camp experience. 

Write an advice column, a headline news feature 

or an investigative report. The choice is yours! 




Horsin’ Around 

Grades 4-5 



horses as you groom, halter and feed them. Campers 

are grouped by skill level, with lessons tailored for skill 

level group. Spend half the day with the horses and half 

participating in traditional camp activities. 










Jump Start 

Grades 2-3 


First-time campers: Jump start your Girl Scout camping 

experiences by trying a little bit of everything! Discover 

Camp Winacka through crafts, cookouts, singing, 

games, swimming and outdoor exploration. Counselors 

sleep in the cabins with campers. You’ll earn the Making 

Friends badge. 








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Just Add Water 

Grades 4-5 


Try canoeing, aquatic sports, night swims and water 

games. Build boats of recycled materials and race to the 

finish. Canoe with your friends on Upper Lake, then raft 

up your canoe for an on-the-water picnic. 

Prerequisite: Campers should be comfortable in the 

water. 




Lead On! 

Grades 9-12 


Take the lead and help younger campers. Spend half of 

your time exploring camp and enhancing your leadership 

skills, and half your time supporting and helping to 

teach younger campers. While not a prerequisite for 

Counselor-in-Training, this program is a great start for 

your camp leadership journey and beyond. 




Lights, Camera, Action! 

Grades 6-8 


Rehearse with fellow actors, then put on a short play 

for the whole camp to see. While counselors lend a 

hand and teach techniques, campers are in charge of 

costumes, scenery and even the script. Will you be the 

director? The actress? The set designer? What can your 

team create in a few short days? 




Muddy Buddies 

Grades 4-5 


Mud pies, mud baths and mud sculptures, oh my! Enjoy 

nature and the environment up close. Get your hands 

dirty in the camp garden, take a mud bath and make a 

massive mud sculpture with your friends. 




My Camp, My Rules 

Grades 6-8 


Tired of the usual camp rules? It’s time to make your 

own! Join forces with other girls to create a Camper 

Constitution, working with counselors to establish your 

own Winacka rules for the week. Mandatory mid-day ice 

cream parties? Extended bedtime? You make the rules! 

Note: Safety is always number one at camp. Counselors 

will work with campers to ensure the emotional and 

physical safety of any new rule. 




Night Owls (5-Day camps only) 

Grades 6-10 


Stay up late for night hikes, evening swims and stargazing. 

Venture out late into the night while the rest of the 

camp slumbers. Sleep in, then join the daytime camp 

activities. You’ll work toward the Night Owl badge. 











Night Owls Extreme 

Grades 8-12 


Staying up late just got later! Enjoy late night swims, 

hikes and a glow party long after the rest of camp is 

dreaming. Take your midnight adventures to the next 

level, sleeping in later and later as you work toward 

an epic all-night adventure to watch the sunrise from 

Sunset Rock. 


July 1-12 (Session WIN 2B) 

Pop! Boom! Wow! 

Grades 4-5 


Get ready for an explosion of fun: Assemble and launch 

your own rocket, create a maze out of lasers, see what 

really happens when mint meets soda and draw a comic 

strip about your camp adventures. This session is 

bursting with excitement! 




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Snapshots 

Grades 4-5 


Take digital pictures of your camp adventures to create 

your own photographer’s portfolio. Bring your own 

camera or use one of ours. When you’re not behind the 

lens, enjoy all that camp has to offer, from swimming 

to the challenge course. You’ll work toward the Digital 

Photographer badge. 





Splash! 

Grades 4-5 


Stay cool and make a splash! Play water games, learn 

new strokes and dives, try synchronized swimming and 

enjoy extra pool time each day. When you’re not in the 

water, experience a sampling of traditional camp activities 

and enjoy a picnic at the lake. 




Surviving Winacka 

Grades 8-12 


Survive Winacka by thriving in the wilderness. Attempt 

fire without matches, locate and purify water, and learn 

about edible plants and shelter building. Head to Lower 

Lake to put your skills to the test, living and sleeping for 

48 hours in a shelter you build. You’ll work toward the 

Trailblazing or Adventurer badge. 



Take the Reins 

Grades 6-10 



horses, including grooming, haltering and feeding them. 

Campers are grouped by skill level, with lessons tailored 

for them. Spend half the day with the horses and half 

participating in traditional camp activities. 










Winacka Wizards 

Grades 4-5 


Witness the wonders of wizardry at Camp Winacka! 

Create your own wand, go owl spotting, design and 

create your wizard’s cape and bubble up potions in 

herbology class. Have the time of your life exploring the 

magic of camp, and present a special potion at closing 

campfire. 






register online at www.sdgirlscouts. 

Resident camps 

At our summer resident (overnight) camps, girls get a taste of independence in a safe 

and fun environment. Campers enjoy the best parts of being a kid, learning and playing 

in groups where everyone belongs, trying new and different activities and exploring 

nature hands-on. Camp sessions are centered around themes to suit every interest. 

Songs, skits, campfires, laughter and friendship are all part of each girl’s experience. 

Resident camps are: 

• Held at Camps Winacka and Whispering Oaks in the mountains near Julian 

• Open to all girls in grades 2-12 

• Five, seven or 12 days long 

• Supported by caring and enthusiastic, trained camp counselors 

Based on the girls’ interests, each group of campers and staff plans its own activities, 

including hiking, archery, nature activities, swimming, challenge course, arts and crafts, 

sleep-outs and cookouts. Additional activities are offered based on the camp session’s 

theme. Choose a theme with your camper by looking for activities she already loves or 

has always wanted to try! 

Camps Winacka and Whispering Oaks are located on the same 700-acre oak woodland 

site near Julian, 60 miles east of San Diego. Bus transportation is available (for $15 per 

camp) from Balboa Park in San Diego and Kit Carson Park in Escondido. 

Camp Winacka 

This traditional camp’s living units are tucked in the trees surrounding an open meadow. 

Girls sleep in open-air cabins with built-in bunks or tent houses, or on cots under 

the stars. All accommodations have modern bathrooms with showers and luggage 

storage areas. Activities center around the lodge, dining hall, swimming pool areas and 

environmental center. The camp boasts miles of hiking trails and natural sights. 

Camp Whispering Oaks 

Camp Whispering Oaks offers all the comforts of modern cabins in the beautiful 

outdoors. Living and activity areas are connected with paved, lighted pathways winding 

through natural vegetation of manzanita, oak and pine. The sports field and playground 

are popular destinations for campers. Each living unit includes three modern cabins 

with bunk beds and a nearby program shelter with modern bathroom facilities. 

Resident camp staff 

All counselors are age 18 or older and are selected for their maturity, enthusiasm and 

experience. Many return year after year. Each summer, they participate in an intensive, 

week-long training program in child development, group management, camping skills, 

conflict resolution, bullying prevention, CPR/first aid and specialty areas. A health care 

supervisor remains on-site 24 hours a day. 


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Camp communications 

Parents have various options for communicating with their campers. They can write 

and mail letters to camp, drop notes off at the bus to be delivered throughout the week 

or sign up for www.Bunk1.com to send one-way e-mails to campers. Campers communicate 

back to parents via postal mail. 

In case of an emergency, call the Camp Information Hotline at (619) 610-0808 for 

recorded messages about camp property status, evacuation sites and pick up 

information. 

Resident camp FAQs 

Is there bus transportation? 

Bus transportation $15 round trip is recommended for all campers. Girls start the camp 

experience on the bus with camp counselors as chaperones. Many girls make friends 

on the bus and look forward to it each year. Bus stops are located in Balboa Park and Kit 

Carson Park. Confirmation packet includes maps, directions and more information. 

How much time will my girl spend with horses at a horse camp? 

Horse campers spend half their day working with horses and half participating in regular 

camp activities. Each girl can expect to ride for approximately one hour per day, and 

spend around two additional hours around the horses. We pride ourselves on giving 

girls a well-rounded idea of horsemanship. Girls are responsible for all areas of horse 

care including feeding and grooming, plus cleaning stalls and doing other barn chores. 

Your confirmation packet will include specific information and a sample schedule. 

What is the difference between day and resident camp 

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) programs? 

They are completely independent offerings, designed and implemented with the 

unique characteristics of each program in mind. Advance training is required for day 

camp CIT only. For questions about day camp CIT, contact Sandy Sultz at ssultz@sdgirlscouts.org 

or (619) 610-0814; for resident camp CIT details contact Gabby Coburn at 

gcoburn@sdgirlscouts.org or (619) 610-0816. 

Do counselors sleep in the cabins with the girls? 

It depends on the cabins. Whispering Oaks counselors sleep in cabins with the campers. 

At Camp Winacka, counselors sleep in cabins with campers only for the Jumpstart 

session. Winacka’s counselor cabins are within feet of campers’ cabins, and campers 

are instructed where to find counselors if they need them. In “under-the-stars” accommodations 

at Camp Winacka, counselors sleep near the campers, but in their own area. 

What are the differences in accommodations? 

All accommodations have access to flush toilets and hot showers. 

• Modern cabins have heat, electricity and bunk beds, and sleep up to 16 campers. 

• Rustic cabins are screened, open-air facilities with built-in bunk beds and no 

electricity. They sleep up to eight campers. 

• Under-the-stars campers sleep on cots on the deck of a central building that has 

restrooms and a changing area. 

How do I enroll my daughter with a friend? 

If you register online, you will be prompted to supply a name of a “camp friend.” If you 

register by mail, staple together both campers’ applications and payments. Girls may 

pick just one “camp friend,” and that buddy must also choose them. Most campers do 

not attend with a “camp friend,” so don’t worry if your camper doesn’t have one. 

Can my daughter’s whole troop register together? 

We do not recommend signing up more than two campers together. If a whole or partial 

troop will attend camp together, we encourage you to sign them up for different programs 

based on their own interests. They’ll still see each other during meals, at campfires, 

and out and about around camp. Signing up separately allows them to experience 

camp for themselves, while still sharing the adventure with their troopmates. 

What should my camper bring? 

We will e-mail you a confirmation, information guide and necessary paperwork when we 

receive your registration. The guide details what to expect at camp, including what your 

girl may need. Certain specialty camps, such as horse sessions, require additional or 

specialty clothing or gear. 

Can you accommodate my campers’ special (dietary, physical, 

medical and/or emotional) needs? 

With sufficient notice, we can accommodate most campers with special needs. 

Contact the camp director in advance at campdirector@sdgirlscouts.org with specific 

considerations. Upon request, a staff member trained in special needs may be available 

for additional support. As always, fill out the health history completely to help us 

best accommodate your camper.

To register a camper in any day or resident camp, use this form or download one at www.sdgirlscouts.org. 

Please make a copy for your records and mail the completed form with payment to Girl Scouts, 1231 Upas Street, San Diego, CA 92103 or fax form to 619-795-6930. 

Please type or print legibly, complete, sign, and mail with deposit. Day Camp Resident Camp 

Last name First name Middle initial 

Mailing address City State Zip 

Phone Grade in Fall 2013 Birthdate Troop # (if appl.) 

E-mail address 

2013 SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION 

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Camper is in the custodial care of (check one) Both parents Mother only Father only Other 

Custodial parent/guardian name Daytime phone 

Home address (if different from above) 

Second parent/guardian name Daytime phone 


Current Girl Scout member? Yes Girl Scouts San Diego Yes Other council No (please add $12 fee below) 

CAMP SESSION INFORMATION You may register for three weeks of camp per form. 

Dates of camp First Choice Camp Name Second Choice Camp Name 

Camp friend (if applicable). Mail registration forms and deposits together. Please place my camper with 

Does your camper have special needs (dietary, medical, learning, emotional, etc.)? Yes No If yes, please describe: 

T-shirt size: Child S M L RESIDENT CAMP ONLY: My camper will take the bus ($15 fee): Yes No 

Adult S M L XL XXL XXXL Bus location: Balboa (South County) Escondido (North County) 

DAY CAMP: My camper will take the bus (if applicable) Yes No 

I am interested in applying to become a day camp volunteer. My child is a Girl Boy Preschooler 

PAYMENT INFORMATION 

Session fee: (Choose tier that best fits your family) $ 

Girl Scout membership fee $12 $ 

(If camper is not already a current member.) 

Resident camp only $15 bus fee $ 

I’d like to make a tax-deductible gift to send $ 

other girls with financial difficulties to camp: 

METHOD OF PAYMENT 

$50 (non-refundable) deposit per camp must be included with registration or it will 

be returned as incomplete. 

Check enclosed made payable to GSSD $ 

Cookie Bucks enclosed (original certificate). May not 

be used for deposit. $ 

Charge my credit card this amount $ 

Total balance due: $ 

VISA MC AMEX DISCOVER 

I give permission for my camper to attend and to participate in Account # Exp. date 

all phases of this program, including field trips, if applicable. I 

give permission for my daughter to be registered as a member Cardholder’s name (print) 

of Girl Scouts. I give permission for Girl Scout staff to take photos 

and/or video of my camper for sharing with camp families Cardholder’s signature 

and/or for publicity purposes. 

I do NOT wish for my daughter to be photographed for 

publicity purposes. 

Correspondence is generally by e-mail. I prefer to have forms mailed to me. 

Parent/Guardian signature Date 

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PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Please print legibly. Mail with camp registration form and $25 deposit. If assistance is not granted, the deposit will be refunded. 

Campership guidelines are the same for all girls without regard to race, color, ethnicity, creed, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, or special needs. 

If requesting financial assistance, you must fill out a paper camp registration form and financial assistance form and return via fax at (619) 795-6930 or US mail. 

Last name First name 

Mailing address City State Zip 

Phone Grade in Fall 2013 Age Troop # (if appl.) 

E-mail address 

Camper is in the custodial care of (check one) Both parents Mother only Father only Other 

Total yearly household income (not including social service aid) $ Total number of people in household (including camper) 


Parent or guardian last name First name 

Parent or guardian occupation 

Does the family receive social service aid? Yes No If yes, what type? Case # 

Is someone in the immediate family active duty military? Yes No 

CAMP FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 

APPLICATION 

Amount family can pay $ Per camp Total Amount of assistance requested $ 

Parent/Guardian signature Date 

(I certify this information is accurate.) 

Please answer all questions specifically. Attach a sheet of paper if more space is needed. All information is confidential. 

1. Why does your child need financial assistance? _____________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

2. If applicable, please describe any special difficulties the camper or family has encountered. ___________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

3. How will this child benefit from the camp experience? ________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

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DAY CAMP VOLUNTEER APPLICATION 

(Return to Mary Mautino at: Girl Scouts San Diego, 1231 Upas St., San Diego, CA 92103 or fax: 619-298-2031) 

PERSONAL DATA (Must be 18 years or older to participate.) 

Name: First ___________________________________________ Last ________________________________________________Previous Girl Scout Yes No 

Address ______________________________________________________________ City ______________________________ State ________ Zip ____________________ 

Day phone (________ ) _________________________________________________ Cell (________) ____________________________________________________________ 

E-mail ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ T-shirt size ___________________________ 

Names and ages of children attending camp ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

AVAILABILITY FOR VOLUNTEERING 

Most day camp positions require attendance during the entire camp period, unless prior, written approval by the camp director is granted. Training 

may also be required. 

Camp preference ____________________________________________________________ Daughter is attending this camp Yes No 

Has your daughter’s registration been submitted? Yes No 

Are there any conditions or scheduling conflicts that would affect your ability to volunteer? _______________________________________________________ 

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VOLUNTEER INTEREST 

Position desired Director Unit Leader Program Leader Health Supervisor 

If you wish to work directly with girls, what grades do you prefer? ___________________________________________________________________________________ 

How did you learn of day camp volunteer opportunities? (be specific) ____________________________________________________________________________ 

EXPERIENCE Previous volunteer or paid experience (business, church, club, school, etc.): 

Organization or employer Position title Dates 

________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ from _____________ to ______________ 

________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ from _____________ to ______________ 

________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ from _____________ to ______________ 

SKILLS/TRAINING 

Current certificates (i.e., First Aid, CPR, etc.) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

Hobbies/Interests ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

REFERENCES List two personal references (other than relatives): 

Name __________________________________________________________________ E-mail ___________________________________________________________________ 

Mailing Address ________________________________________________________ Phone (________) ________________________________________________________ 

Name __________________________________________________________________ E-mail ___________________________________________________________________ 

Mailing Address ________________________________________________________ Phone (________) ________________________________________________________ 

Briefly explain why you are interested in volunteering for Girl Scout day camps (please attach another sheet if necessary) _________________________ 

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

I understand that in applying for a volunteer position, the information, which I have furnished on this form, is subject to verification, which includes annual criminal 

history check and request from any Central Registry of child abusers. 

Girl Scouts San Diego may terminate volunteer service of any person: 

1) found to have a history of complaints of abuse of a minor and/or 

2) found to have resigned, been terminated, or been asked to resign from a position whether paid or unpaid due to complaint(s) of abuse of a minor. 

3) at anytime it deems necessary or appropriate. (Page 9 of the Volunteer Policies and Procedures for Operational Volunteers) 

I authorize contact of listed references and annual background check. I understand that misrepresentation or omission of facts requested is cause for dismissal 

as a volunteer. If appointed as a volunteer, I agree to abide by the philosophies, policies, and procedures as stated in the Policies and Procedures for Operational 

Volunteers Handbook, abide by the Girl Scout Promise and Law, to register with the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., and to fulfill the volunteer responsibilities to the best of 

my ability. 

Signature ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date ________________________ 

Appointed Yes No By _____________________________________________________________________________ Date ________________________ 

Once this application is received you will be sent further paperwork to be filled out and returned. 

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A copy of this application will be forwarded to the day camp director who will schedule an interview. 

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Best. Summer. 

She had a blast! The camp itself seemed to be 

very well run, plenty of activities, safe, and well 

organized. I felt she was in very good hands. 

— Camper parent 

The emotional growth that she experienced was 

fantastic. Her self-confidence has improved in a 

way that we think only camp can deliver. 


Working at camp gives me the chance to relive 

wonderful memories, to give back to Girl Scouting, 

and to connect with youth in a powerful way. I love 

my campers! 

— Camp staff 

As a volunteer and parent, this camp went far 

beyond my expectations. We loved it! We had a 

wonderful time making new friends, making art, 

and enjoying nature. 

— Day camp volunteer

EVER. 

She was so happy with her experience. We are 

definitely planning on attending camp next year! 


This was her first time away from home and she 

had a great time. She learned independence. She 

can’t wait for next year. 


The independence gained during that week has 

shown immensely! 


My daughter was bubbling with excitement when 

she got off the bus. She had a great time! 


I always come away from camp happily exhausted, 

but full of ideas and confidence that I can put to 

use in my daughter’s troop! 

— Day camp volunteer 

register online at www.sdgirlscouts.org

1231 Upas Street 

San Diego, CA 92103-5199 

www.sdgirlscouts.org 

NON-PROFIT 

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SAN DIEGO, CA 

PERMIT NO. 305 

Staff contact information: 

• Day camp outdoor education specialist: Sandy “Skipper” Sultz 

ssultz@sdgirlscouts.org (619) 610-0814 

• Resident camp director (Whispering Oaks): Christa “Swift” Savage 

csavage@sdgirlscouts.org (619) 610-0818 

• Resident camp director (Winacka): Gabby “Star” Coburn 

gcoburn@sdgirlscouts.org (619) 610-0816 

• Camp assistant: Mary Mautino 

mmautino@sdgirlscouts.org (619) 610-0719 

• Registrar (Day Camp): Julie O’Keefe 

jokeefe@sdgirlscouts.org (619) 610-0733 

• Registrar (Resident Camp): Sharon Benintende 

sbenintende@sdgirlscouts.org (619) 610 0738 

• General questions: camp@sdgirlscouts.org 

• Información en Español: Elvia Phelps 

ephelps@sdgirlscouts.org (619) 610-0779 

• Fax: (619) 795-6930 

Girl Scouts San Diego serves nearly 31,000 girls and more 

than 10,000 adults in San Diego and Imperial counties. Girl 

Scouts, a voluntary, private organization, is open to all girls 

between the ages of 5 and 17 who make the Girl Scout 

Promise, accept the Girl Scout Law, and pay annual membership 

dues of $12. Girl Scouting encourages each girl to reach 

her full potential by helping her develop self-esteem, make 

new friends, and become a vital part of the community. 

Girl Scouts San Diego Camps are accredited by the American 

Camp Association. This means all our camps maintain high 

safety and quality standards in site, program, transportation, 

administration, personnel and health care. 

ALL GIRLS WELCOME! 

All girls ages 5 through 17 are welcome at Girl Scout camp. No camping 

experience is needed for most camps, and a camper does not need to attend 

with her friends or a troop—she’ll make new friends there! Non-Girl Scouts are 

encouraged to attend; an additional $12 covers the annual Girl Scout 

registration fee and insurance.

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