Resident Camp Guide 2012 - Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council

Camp Like A Girl
Camp YOUR way! Girls will spend the week picking
each and every activity they do! Love nature and
the outdoors? Visit the nature center and try one
of our hikes! Is performing more your style? Why
not give a theater or dance session a try! This
week is all about YOU picking YOUR sessions!
Teddy Bear Picnic
Do you love stuffed animals? Ever wanted to
make your own? Come join your furry friends and
Hipper for a picnic at Shadow Lake! Girls will work
towards the Animal Habitats Brownie Skill Building
Badge for Animals.
Bakin’ Brownies
Mix one part sunshine, three parts of laughter, a
dash of camp songs with a bunch of new friends
to make the most amazing summer! Girls in this
session will learn to cook their own meals, sample
some outdoor cooking methods and work towards
“Snacks” - the Brownie Legacy Badge for Cooking.
Brownie Boater
Splish, Splash and have a blast canoeing on
Shadow Lake! Girls will have a blast building their
skills while earning the Brownie Boater card as well
as items from the Wonders of Water Journey! These
boaters will work towards the Fair Play Brownie
Legacy Badge for Athletes as they participate in a
canoe race and lake scavenger hunt.
Short and Sweet- Juniors
A fun session for the first time Junior camper or
for girls not quite ready for a full camp session.
Campers may choose to try canoeing, hiking,
arts and crafts sessions and more! “A” sessions
are Sunday through Tuesday. “B” sessions are
Wednesday through Friday.
Junior Paddler
Work towards the Practice with a Purpose Junior
Legacy Badge in this fun and exciting paddle-filled
week. Girls will have the chance to canoe and
kayak to their heart’s content. Girls will earn their
Junior Paddler cards.
Harriet Potter
The movie saga is over, but you can still relive
some of your favorite movie moments! Try your
own kitchen chemistry this week and explore the
world of science and magic. Top the week with a
game of Quidditch- Arnold style. Girls will work on
items from the aMuse Journey.
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Animal Adventures
This session is purrrrfect for anyone who loves
pets! Girls will visit a local vet clinic and petting
zoo to see their four legged animal friends. Girls
will also learn pet first aid techniques and work
towards the Animal Habitats Junior Skill Building
Badge for Animals.
Curtain Call
Lights, Camera, ACTION! Do you just love being
in front of a crowd? Maybe you want to work on
your improv or try out for the school play next fall.
Come learn some theater techniques and star in
a production for the parents on closing night. Girls
will work on portions of the aMuse Journey as they
learn about roles, costumes, set design and more!
Owl Prowl
Are you a night owl? Spend the week staying
up late to explore the wonders of camp, roast
s’mores, tell stories and visit the lodge for some
late night activities.
Water Frolic
Stay cool during the hot summer with aqua
aerobics, water volleyball, swimming, snorkeling
and more! Girls will also explore how fun activities
can help you stay healthy by working on the
Staying Fit Skill Builder Badge.
Pioneer Days
Step back in time and experience life as one of the
first settlers. Learn how to make candles, design
a quilt block, spin wool, dye fabric and create your
own toys while working on the Playing the Past
Skill Building Badge.
Da Vinci Girls
Release your inner imagination and appreciation
for the world around you as you explore painting,
sculpting, music, science, writing and more!
Renaissance women rejoice, this session’s for you!