2016 Resident Camp - Girl Scouts Louisiana East

Girl Scouts Louisiana East
2016 Resident Camp
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Girl Scout summer camp is an amazing experience for
Join us
girls! Your Girl Scout will grow more confident and self-
Open House
things, and discovers just how awesome it feels to be
at 2016 Camp
Open to Girls in Grades K-12
and their families
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Sunday, April 10, 2016
Camp Whispering Pines
Independence, LA
Sunday, March 13, 2016
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Camp Marydale
St. Francisville, LA
ALL Open Houses are from
12-2 p.m.
The camp open house provides
an opportunity for the girl(s) and
her parents/guardians to explore
camp, visit the camp sites, and
receive information before camp
begins. Please remember that
exploring camp means walking.
Wear comfortable closed toed
shoes and casual clothing. This
is your chance to explore camp.
No need to register; come and
visit us.
Register for a resident camp
session at any Open House, using
our computers, and receive
a $20 credit! Registration
assistance is available for online
registration; paper registration
accepted only from non-GSLE
girls at www.gsle.org.
2 assured every day, as she makes new friends, tries new
outdoors and active!
Girls can dive into a whole new world of activities at Girl
Scout camp! Whether it’s hiking, horses, or water sports
she loves, Girl Scouts Louisiana East has just the camp
for your girl! No matter what program she chooses,
your girl will enjoy swimming, boating, outdoor cooking,
the beauty of nature, and so much more! She’ll learn
new skills, experience
teamwork, and have a
camp experience she’s
wild about. Let’s explore
together!
Priority Registration:
This opportunity is perfect for girls who want to guarantee their
group’s placement in a desired session; or for an individual who
wants to secure her spot! At priority registration, council staff will
assist you in the online registration process; you will have access
to council laptops or tablets (or bring your own!) and internet and
will be placed in your desired session before general registration
opens! Must be present to participate.
Join us at the Regional Office on 2/16 from 1-8 p.m. or at the
Headquarter Office on 2/18 from 1-8 p.m.
Sunday
Check-in, settle in, and meet new
friends, discuss week’s activities.
6 p.m. Dinner followed by “Welcome to
Camp!” and s’mores!
Monday-Thursday
7:45 a.m.
Flag Ceremony/Breakfast
9 a.m. - 12 noon
Activities
12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
Lunch/Turtle Time (rest time)
2 - 5 p.m.
Activities
5:45 p.m.
Flag/Dinner
7 - 9 p.m.
Evening Activities
10 p.m.
Showers/Bed - Lights Out
Tuesday, Breakfast Cook Out!
Wednesday, dinner Cook Out!
Friday
• Pack up, kapers (camp chores).
• Lunch
• Scheduled activity
• Check out — See you next summer!
* Girls have the option to swim every
day (weather permitting)
Evening activities
during the week
include:
Sunday
Welcome to camp and s’mores!
Monday
All camp game (Capture the Flag,
Camper-Counselor Scavenger
Hunt, Gold Rush, etc.)
Tuesday
Event planned by members of the
Camper Council
Wednesday
Following the cook out, units may
choose a night swim, star gazing,
night hike, dance, camp out, crafts,
special activity, or just hanging out.
Thursday
Closing camp fire
Friday
Traveling home and sharing your
new experiences.
3 Girl Scout Camp Sessions at-a-glance
Week 1
5/29-6/3
Week 2
6/5- 6/10
Week 3
6/12-6/17
Week 4
6/19-6/24
Week 5
6/26-7/1
Week 6
7/6-7/10
Week 7
7/10-7/15
Week 8
7/17-7/22
Dates
Code
WP = Camp Whispering Pines
Cost
Program
Grade
MD = Camp Marydale
1-3
Love, Hug & Paint
$190
MDLH11
1-3
Love, Hug & Paint
$190
MDLH12
May 29-31 (Sun-Tue) MD
June 1-3 (Wed-Fri)
1-3
Love, Hug & Paint
$190
MDLH31
June 12-14 (Sun-Tue)
MD
1-3
Love, Hug & Paint
$190
MDLH32
June 15-17 (Wed-Fri)
MD
1-3
Love, Hug & Paint
$190
MDLH41
June 19-21 (Sun-Tue)
MD
1-3
Love, Hug & Paint
$190
MDLH42
June 22-24 (Wed-Fri)
MD
1-3
Love, Hug & Paint
$190
MDLH51
June 26-28 (Sun-Tue)
1-3
Trail Mix
$185
MDTM11 May 29-31 (Sun-Tue) MD
1-3
Trail Mix
$185
MDTM12
1-3
Trail Mix
$185
MDTM31 June 12-14 (Sun-Tue)
MD
1-3
Trail Mix
$185
MDTM32 June 15-17 (Wed-Fri)
MD
1-3
Trail Mix
$185
MDTM41 June 19-21 (Sun-Tue)
MD
1-3
Trail Mix
$185
MDTM42 June 22-24 (Wed-Fri)
MD
June 1-3 (Wed-Fri)
MD
MD
MD
1-3
Trail Mix
$185
MDTM52 June 29-July 1 (Wed-Fri)
1-3
Explorers
$285
MDEX02
MD
1-3
Explorers
$285
MDEX04
June 19-24
1-3
Tadpoles
$185
MDTP21
June 5-7 (Sun-Tue)
MD
1-3
Tadpoles
$185
MDTP22
June 8-10 (Wed-Fri)
MD
1-3
Me & My Gal
$150/person MDMG61
July 6-8 (Wed-Fri)
MD
4-8
Me & My Gal
$150/person MDMG62
July 6-8 (Wed-Fri)
MD
June 5-10
2-3
Marydale Mermaids
$285
MDMM01
May 29-June 3
2-3
Marydale Mermaids
$285
MDMM04
June 19-24
2-3
Brownie Sleepover - Outdoor
Adventurer Badge Workshop
$185
WPBS07
July 6-8 (Wed-Fri)
3-4
Pony Up
$290
MDPU02
June 5-10
3-4
Pony Up
$290
MDPU03
June 12-17
4-5
Junior Mini Challenge
$310
WPMC08
July 10-15
4-5
Junior Mini Challenge
$310
WPMC09
July 17-22
4-6
Cowgirls
$335
MDCG01
May 29-June 3
4-6
Cowgirls
$335
MDCG02
June 5-10
4-6
Cowgirls
$335
MDCG03
June 12-17
4-6
Cowgirls
$335
MDCG04
June 19-24
4-6
Cowgirls
$335
MDCG05
June 26-July 1
4-6
Fire Flies
$285
MDFF01
May 29-June 3
4-6
Fire Flies
$285
MDFF04
June 19-24
4-6
Crafty Critters
$285
MDCC02
June 5-10
MD
MD
MD
MD
WP
MD
MD
WP
WP
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD
4-6
Camping Divas
$285
MDCD03
June 12-17
4-6
Team Designers
$285
MDTD05
June 26-July 1
4-6
Mane-Ly Horses
$260
MDMH51 June 26-28 (Sun-Tue)
MD
4-6
Mane-Ly Horses
$260
MDMH52 June 29-July 1 (Wed-Fri)
MD
4-6
Art-Rageous
$285
WPAR08
July 10-15
WP
4-6
Summer Splash
$285
WPSS08
July 10-15
WP
4-6
Summer Splash
$285
WPSS09
July 17-22
4
MD
MD
WP
Girl Scout Camp Sessions at-a-glance
Week 1
5/29-6/3
Week 2
6/5- 6/10
Week 3
6/12-6/17
Week 4
6/19-6/24
Week 5
6/26-7/1
Week 6
7/6-7/10
Week 7
7/10-7/15
Week 8
7/17-7/22
Dates
Code
WP = Camp Whispering Pines
Cost
Program
Grade
MD = Camp Marydale
6-8
Boots And Bridles
$400
MDBB04 June 19-July 1 (2 wks)
MD MD
6-8
Night Owls
$385
MDNO04 June 19-July 1 (2 wks)
MD MD
6-8
Tails & Trails
$335
MDTT01
May 29-June 3
6-8
Cadette Archer! Badge Workshop
$185
WPCA07
July 6-8 (Wed-Fri)
6-8
AGES
11-13
AGES
11-13
AGES
11-13
Night Hawks
$310
WPNH09
July 17-22
Spur In Training
$185
MDSIT1
May 29-June 3
Spur In Training
$185
MDSIT3
June 12-17
Spur In Training
$185
MDSIT5
June 26-July 1
7-10
Night Riders
$310
MDNR02
June 5-10
7-10
Thrill Seekers
$310
WPTS08
July 10-15
7-10
All Aboard
$310
WPAA09
July 17-22
9-10
Senior Survivors! - Paddling
Badge Workshop
$185
WPPB07
July 6-8 (Wed-Fri)
9-12
Barn Aide
$110
MDBA01
May 29-June 3
9-12
Barn Aide
$110
MDBA02
June 5-10
9-12
Barn Aide
$110
MDBA03
June 12-17
9-12
Barn Aide
$110
MDBA04
June 19-24
9-12
Barn Aide
$110
MDBA05
June 26-July 1
9-12
Wrangler In Training I
$160
MDWIT1
June 5-10
9-12
Wrangler In Training II
$260
MDWIT2 June 19-July 1 (2 wks)
9-12
Ultimate Recreation Challenge
$325
WPRC08
July 10-15
9-12
Ultimate Recreation Challenge
$325
WPRC09
July 17-22
10-12
Counselor In Training I
$135
MDCIT1
June 5-10
10-12
Counselor In Training I
$135
WPCIT1
July 10-15
MD
WP
WP
MD
MD
MD
MD
WP
WP
WP
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD MD
WP
WP
MD
WP
10-12
Counselor In Training II
$235
MDCIT2
June 19-July 1 (2 wks)
10-12
Counselor In Training II
$135
WPCIT2
July 17-22 (1 wk)
MD MD
10-12
Program Aide
$110
MDPA01
May 29-June 3
10-12
Program Aide
$110
MDPA02
June 5-10
10-12
Program Aide
$110
MDPA03
June 12-17
10-12
Program Aide
$110
MDPA04
June 19-24
10-12
Program Aide
$110
MDPA05
June 26-July 1
10-12
Program Aide
$110
WPPA08
July 10-15
10-12
Program Aide
$110
WPPA09
July 17-22
4-5
Troop Horseback Riding Badge Workshop
$150/girl
$50/adult
MDHRW1
July 8-10 (Fri-Sun)
MD
4-12
The Get Away! - Troop Camping
Pine Hollow
$125/girl
$40/adult
WPGA07
July 9-10 (Sat-Sun)
WP
4-12
The Experience! - Troop
Camping Oak Ridge
$100/girl
$40/adult
WPEX07
July 9-10 (Sat-Sun)
WP
6-8
Troop Archery! Badge Workshop
$125/girl
$50/adult
MDABW1
July 8-10 (Fri-Sun)
MD
6-12
Going Wild! - Troop Camping
Sunny Trails
$50/girl
$20/adult
WPGW07
July 9-10 (Sat-Sun)
WP
WP
MD
MD
MD
MD
MD
WP
WP
5 Summer Sessions
entering GradeS 1, 2, & 3
love, hug & paint
In this mini session learn what it takes to be a true cowgirl! You’ll visit the barn each day where you may take a pony
ride, paint a horse, or even feed them a carrot or two. When you aren’t at the barn, you’ll get to enjoy other typical
camp activities, like swimming and arts and crafts! *This session does not include archery. **Check-in 2 p.m.
Sunday, check-out 5 p.m. Tuesday; or check-in 9 a.m. Wednesday, check-out 3
p.m. Friday.** at CAMP MARYDALE, $190
DATECODE
May 29-31 (Sun-Tues)MDLH11
June 1-3 (Wed-Fri)MDLH12
June 12-14 (Sun-Tues)MDLH31
June 15-17 (Wed-Fri)MDLH32
June 19-21 (Sun-Tues)MDLH41
June 22-24 (Wed-Fri)MDLH42
June 26-28 (Sun-Tues)MDLH51
trail mix
Want to try out summer camp, but not quite ready to spend a whole week at camp? This session is for YOU! In
this camp-tastic session you will discover all that camp has to offer. Take a dip in the pool, hike on a trail, make
some nifty arts and crafts, and, of course, make trail mix! *This session does not include archery. **Check-in 2 p.m.
Sunday, check-out 5 p.m. Tuesday; or check-in 9 a.m. Wednesday, check-out 3 p.m. Friday.**
at CAMP MARYDALE, $185
DATECODE
May 29-31 (Sun-Tues)MDTM11
June 1-3 (Wed-Fri)MDTM12
June 12-14 (Sun-Tues)MDTM31
June 15-17 (Wed-Fri)MDTM32
June 19-21 (Sun-Tues)MDTM41
June 22-24 (Wed-Fri)MDTM42
June 29-July 1 (Wed-Fri)MDTM52
explorers
In this camp session, you’ll spend your time exploring camp programs. Plan to go on a nature hike, roast
marshmallows over the fire you helped build, take a dip in the pool, and paddle around the lake, accompanied by
older campers. Upon session completion, Brownies are eligible for the Outdoor Adventurer badge. *This session
does not include archery. at CAMP MARYDALE, $285
DATECODE
June 5-10MDEX02
June 19-24MDEX04
Outdoor Adventurer
badge
6 tadpoles
Come to this three-day session to dip your toes in the water! Not a strong swimmer? Take your first stroke to
becoming a more confident swimmer by participating in water games and activities. In your spare time, you will
experience other typical camp activities. *This session does not include archery. **Check-in 2 p.m. Sunday, checkout 5 p.m. Tuesday; or check-in 9 a.m. Wednesday, check-out 3 p.m. Friday.** at CAMP MARYDALE, $185
DATECODE
June 5-7 (Sun-Tues)MDTP21
June 8-10 (Wed-Fri)MDTP22
entering GradeS 1 through 8
me & my gal Spend three days with the woman you admire most! Go on a trust hike together, make jewlery, and canoe around
the lake! You will enjoy many other activities like archery (Juniors+), swimming, horseback riding (Juniors+) or
pony rides (Brownies), and the low ropes course. This is a staff-led event in which
“campers” (adults and girls) will follow the lead of their facilitators during activities.
Adults are responsible for the supervision of their own camper during activities,
down time, and kapers. Limit: each girl may bring one female adult. Participants will
be grouped for activities/lodging depending on the camper’s grade level. Lodging,
food, daily snack, activity supplies, facilitator fees, first aid services, and medication
administration included in adult and camper prices. Adults and campers must have
a physical completed by a licensed physician to attend.
at CAMP Marydale, $150/person
GradeDATE
CODE
1-3
July 6-8 (Wed-Fri) MDMG61
4-8
July 6-8 (Wed-Fri)MDMG62 entering GradeS 2 & 3
marydale mermaids Take your swimming skills to the next level! Learn basic water safety, improve on your swimming
techniques, play water games, and just enjoy splishin’ and splashin’ all week long! In your spare time,
you will enjoy other camp activities such as hiking, challenge course, and water games! *This session
does not include archery. at CAMP MARYDALE, $285
DATECODE
May 29-June 3MDMM01
June 19-24 MDMM04
brownie sleepover
outdoor adventurer badge workshop This sleepover is going to be WILD! After making new friends, you will earn the new outdoor badge, Outdoor
Adventurer, and even take it home with you! You will experience things like climbing the rock wall, sky watching and
star gazing, playing water games, building a campfire, and testing your green thumb. Worried
about the heat? In this session, you will sleep in air conditioning and get plenty of splash time
at the pool! Take a load off; breakfast will be hand delivered to you each morning!
at CAMP whispering pines, $185
DATE
July 6-8
CODE
WPBS07
Outdoor Adventurer
badge
7 entering GradeS 3 & 4
pony up Still trying to figure out where you fit in the horse world? No problem! This
progressive equine session is just what you need. Begin the week with a pony
ride to get the feel of horses. Throughout the week you will grow by learning
about ground safety, grooming, leading, and feeding! If you feel up to it at the
end of the week, you’ll ride your horse all by yourself! **Campers in this session
do not ride horses each day, but will work hands-on with them daily in order to
become comfortable.** at CAMP MARYDALE, $290
DATE
CODE
June 5-10MDPU02
June 12-17MDPU03
entering GradeS 4 & 5
junior mini challenge Are you ready for an introduction to camping? In this mini challenge, you will
experience camp in a whole new light. During the day, your group may take a trip
down the lake slide, wade around in the pool, climb the rock wall, shoot a bow and
arrow, or paddle around the lake in a canoe. You will even get to experiment with
fun STEM activities like making your own thunderstorm in a jar and geocaching! At
night, you will relax in your air conditioned cabin; the same nook where breakfast will
be delivered to you! at CAMP whispering pines, $310
DATECODE
July 10-15WPMC08
July 17-22WPMC09
entering GradeS 4, 5, & 6
cowgirls Brush off your boots! It’s time to grab the reins and hang on tight! In this camp session you will learn the basics of
horsemanship. Groom, saddle, and study the essentials of walking, trotting, and trail riding on your horse! When
you aren’t playing cowgirl, you will be swimming, cooking over an open fire, and
discovering all that camp has to offer! at CAMP MARYDALE, $335
DATECODE
May 29-June 3MDCG01
June 5-10MDCG02
June 12-17MDCG03
June 19-24MDCG04
June 26-July 1MDCG05
fire flies Enjoy sleeping in and staying up late while experiencing all that
camp has to offer. During the night, you’ll enjoy activities such as tent camping, star gazing, arts &
crafts, hiking, and scavenger hunts. at CAMP MARYDALE, $285
DATE
CODE
May 29-June 3MDFF01
June 19-24MDFF04
8 entering GradeS 4, 5, & 6
crafty critters
If you enjoy making arts & crafts, this session is for you! You will learn how to make jewlery and lanyards, mold clay,
and play with modge podge and plaster! When you’re not being a crafty critter, you’ll be participating in camp
activities such as hiking and swimming! at CAMP MARYDALE, $285
DATECODE
June 5-10MDCC02
camping divas Does your heart love the outdoors, but your body love pampering? This week, you’ll host a dance party (bring your
party planning ideas!), make your own face mask, make a no-sew pillow case, attend a water aerobics class, and
learn yoga! In your spare time, you’ll get to enjoy other typical camp activities! at CAMP MARYDALE, $285
DATECODE
June 12-17MDCD03
team designers Find your inner engineer at this exciting STEM session. You will spend your
time building gadgets and prototypes, creating a pencil bag, and working as
a team, both on and off the challenge course. You have plenty of time to
design and make jewelry, mold clay, and paint as well as participate in other
camp activities. at CAMP MARYDALE, $285
DATECODE
June 26-July 1MDTD05
mane-ly horses Here is your chance to see if hanging out with Camp Marydale’s horses is for you! In this short three-day session,
you will learn the basics of riding and grooming horses. Get ready for the last day because you will be kicking up your
heels on a trail ride to test out what you’ve learned. Little or NO riding skill needed! **Check-in 2 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m.
Wednesday. Check-out 5 p.m. Tuesday; 3 p.m. Friday.** at CAMP MARYDALE, $260
DATECODE
June 26-28 (Sun-Tues)MDMH51
June 29-July 1 (Wed-Fri)MDMH52
summer splash!
Do you love the water? Spend the week playing pool games, boating, and
tubing! You’ll, of course, get to play on the Timber Lake water slide! When
you’re not playing in the water, you’ll get to enjoy archery and climbing the
rock wall! at CAMP whispering pines, $285
DATECODE
July 10-15
WPSS08
July 17-22
WPSS09
art-rageous
A Camp Whispering Pines favorite is Art-Rageous! Enjoy making jewelry, playing with clay, tie-dying, and painting!
When you’re not crafting, you’ll enjoy typical camp activities such as swimming, hiking, and canoeing.
at CAMP whispering pines, $285
DATECODE
July 10-15
WPAR08
9 entering GradeS 6, 7, & 8
boots and bridles Love to ride? Then this two-week session is for you! Beginner and advanced riders will spend their time at the
barn perfecting their horsemanship skills such as grooming, saddling, and riding at the walk, trot, and lope. Once
you become comfortable, you will spend time kicking up your heels on the trails and even tie up your horse for a
sack lunch! Beginner riders will learn and practice the basics; seasoned riders will master more advanced skills.
(includes a weekend stay) at CAMP MARYDALE, $400
DATECODE
June 19-July 1 (2-weeks)MDBB04
night owls During this two-week session, you will stay up late and learn about astronomy,
see the stars, go tent camping under the night sky, play night time games, and
take a dip in the pool after dark. During the day time, enjoy all that camp has to
offer with canoes, archery, and more! It’ll be a HOOT! (includes a weekend stay)
at CAMP MARYDALE, $385
DATECODE
June 19-July 1 (2-weeks)MDNO04
cadette archer!
archery badge workshop
During this three-day session, you will earn the new outdoor badge, Archery. If you’re a beginner
archer, you will learn the basics of archery. If you’re a seasoned archer, you will enhance your skills
and help others. You can plan to work hands-on with archery equipment, learn about range safety
and commands, practice your stance and scoring, and even design and create your own target!
You will even receive your Archery badge when you complete the workshop!
at CAMP whispering pines, $185
Archery
DATECODE
badge
July 6-8
WPCA07
entering GradeS 6, 7, & 8
tails & trails
Are you a seasoned rider? Want to take your knowledge to the next level? This
advanced session is for you! Spend your time learning about equine first aid,
nutrition, and different riding disciplines. When you aren’t learning, you’ll be
practicing your trail riding skills! at CAMP MARYDALE, $335
DATECODE
May 29-June 3MDTT01
night hawks
Stay up late and learn about the stars, tent camp under the night sky, play flashlight tag, and take a night swim!
Sleep in late and then get right in on the fun to enjoy canoeing, archery, the ropes course, and the Timber Lake
water slide. at CAMP Whispering Pines, $310
DATECODE
July 17-22
WPNH09
10 girls aGeS 11 through 13
spur in training Ready to be a Wrangler, but just not old enough? Try out the Spur In
Training program, designed especially for those girls who are eager to
train to become a “Spur” in Marydale’s Wrangler/Spur Program. You will
spend the week learning the ropes by assisting the Wranglers and riding
staff at the barn, caring for the horses and, in your spare time, riding!
**The focus of this program is not riding—it is learning leadership skills
for the Wrangler/Spur Program.** at CAMP MARYDALE, $185
DATECODE
May 29-June 3MDSIT1
June 12-17MDSIT3
June 26-July 1MDSIT5
entering GradeS 7 through 10
night riders Are you an intermediate to advanced rider looking to have a little fun on horseback? In this session, you will have a
chance to ride at night (in a lit arena) while you work on your horsemanship skills, play rodeo games, and even take a
trail ride at dusk. You will participate in an overnight trail ride where you’ll ride your horse to your camping site, pitch
a tent, and listen to the many sounds of the night. at CAMP MARYDALE, $310
DATECODE
June 5-10MDNR02
thrill seekers Join us at Camp Whispering Pines where you’ll spend the week thrill seeking.
One day you will spend time practicing your basic skills on the high ropes
course; the next day you will complete challenges on that same course. You
will conduct STEM experiments like fingerprinting, extracting DNA from a
banana, and geocaching. Go on a kayak scavenger hunt around the lake, shoot
a bow and arrow, and take a dip in the pool; you will have a jam-packed week!
at CAMP WHISPERING PINES, $310
DATECODE
July 10-15
WPTS08
all aboard
Camp Whispering Pines is your destination for acquatic thrills. This water session is filled to the gills with kayaking
and canoing on the lake, swimming in the pool, going down the Timber Lake water slide, and tent camping off
the bank after your paddle. You will craft your own boat using duct tape and cardboard and race across the lake.
Seniors will be eligible for the new Paddling outdoor badge.
at CAMP Whispering Pines, $310
DATECODE
July 17-22
WPAA09
Paddling
badge
11 entering GradeS 9 through 10
senior survivors!
paddling badge workshop
In your three days at Camp Whispering Pines, you will earn the new outdoor badge, Paddling. You
will get hands on practice with the canoes and kayaks, learn different paddling techniques, take a
trip down the Timber Lake water slide, and having a floating meal. Pack your bags because once you
get the hang of things, you will complete a water scavenger hunt around Timber Lake then go on an
overnight tent campout right off the bank. at CAMP whispering pines, $185
DATECODE
July 6-8
WPPB07
Paddling
badge
entering GradeS 9 through 12
barn aide Are you looking for a special way to spend your summer and have already
completed WITs I & II? Spend several, or all, weeks at the Camp Marydale barn
sprucing up the teaching methods you already know, establishing your leadership
and decision making skills, and leading trail rides. Send your application, which can
be found online under “Resident Camp Forms,” to Angela Arneal at aarneal@gsle.
org to schedule an interview for the Barn Aide position. *The focus of this program
is not riding. Campers go home each weekend.* at CAMP MARYDALE , $110
DATECODE
May 29-June 3MDBA01
June 5-10MDBA02
June 12-17MDBA03
June 19-24MDBA04
June 26-July 1MDBA05
wrangler in training I Discover your leadership and horsemanship potential. Explore the basics of assisting the riding program at
Marydale. You will spend one week learning the ropes of being a Wrangler by assisting the riding staff at the
barn, caring for the horses and, in your spare time, riding! **The focus of this program is not riding—it is learning
leadership skills for the Wrangler Program.** at CAMP MARYDALE, $160
DATE
CODE
June 5-10 MDWIT1
wrangler in training II Once you have completed Wrangler In Training I, you are eligible for Wrangler In
Training II. Come spend two weeks at camp teaching younger girls how to care
for and ride horses. Share your love of horses with other girls to foster their own
special connection with the herd. **The focus of this program is not riding—it is
learning leadership skills for the Wrangler Program.** (includes a weekend stay)
at CAMP MARYDALE, $260
DATECODE
June 19-July 1 (2 weeks)MDWIT2
12 entering GradeS 9 through 12
ultimate recreation challenge Are you ready for the ULTIMATE CHALLENGE where you’ll get down and dirty? We hope so, because during this
session you will be learning survival tips and tricks to make it through the week; such as fire building, making a
shelter, and filtering your own water. You will snorkel, go boating, and clear a trail. Pack your backpack light; you will
be backpacking around camp, changing your primitive tent camping site at least twice and cooking outside most
meals! Still not convinced? How does ziplining, swimming, and archery sound? When you finish your session, you
will receive the Ultimate Recreation Challenge outdoor badge. Hiking backpack, small bed roll,
and hiking shoes are required. Girls will be limited to what’s in their backpack after their first
night. at CAMP WHISPERING PINES, $325
DATECODE
July 10-15
WPRC08
July 17-22
WPRC09
Ultimate Recreation
Challenge
badge
entering GradeS 10 through 12
counselor in training I Have you always dreamed of being a summer camp staff member? Welcome to the first step… the CIT program!
This session gives girls a chance to start developing skills as future camp counselors.
Learn counseling
and members
Troop adults
and troop
leadership skills, behavior management techniques, role play situations, and new songs. You will learn to help with
camp activities, work with younger campers, and of course, have fun!
at CAMP marydale, $135
at CAMP WHISPERING PINES, $135
DATE
CODE
DATECODE
June 5-10MDCIT1
July 10-15
WPCIT1
counselor in training II If you have already completed Counselor In Training I, you will learn to work with staff and campers of all
backgrounds and ages and hone your skills as a facilitator at program areas. At the end of your training, you will be
placed with a unit as a junior staff member to put all your training and knowledge in practice. CITs go home on the
weekend.
at CAMP MARYDALE, $235
at CAMP WHISPERING PINES, $120
DATE
CODE
DATECODE
June 19-July 1 (2 weeks)MDCIT2
July 17-22 (1 week)WPCIT2
program aide After you have completed CIT I & CIT II, consider applying for the Program Aide
position. Program Aides will help facilitate program areas such as arts & crafts,
swimming, canoeing, and challenge course. You might also help out in the units,
the office, or the dining hall as well. Turn in your application to Angela Arneal at
[email protected].
at CAMP marydale, $110
at CAMP WHISPERING PINES, $110
DATE CODE
May 29-June 3MDPA01
June 5-10MDPA02
June 12-17MDPA03
June 19-24MDPA04
June 26-July 1MDPA05
DATECODE
July 10-15
WPPA08
July 17-22
WPPA09
13 Troop Sessions
entering GradeS 4 & 5
troop horseback riding
junior badge workshop Bring your troop or group to this badge workshop to earn the new Horseback Riding badge!
Girls will learn basic horsemanship skills such as leading, grooming, saddling, mounting, and
walking. If your group is ready, you will embark on a trail. While you’re not at the barn, you will
be scheduled for swimming, hiking, and canoeing. Get ready to show off your new badge when
you get home!
Horseback Riding
Lodging, food, activity supplies, facilitator fees, and first aid services are included in the
badge
session price. Adult fees include lodging, food, and first aid services only. Adult to camper
ratio is at least 1:5 per troop. Meals include Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday breakfast &
lunch. Check-in 5 p.m. Friday; check-out 3 p.m. Sunday. Adult and campers are not required to have a physical from
a licensed physician for this session. Attending adult is responsible for medication adminstration.
at CAMP MARYDALE, $150 girl and $50 adult
DATECODE
July 8-10MDHRW1
entering GradeS 4 through 12
the get away!
troop camping pine hollow
Ready to bring your troop on a campout but not completely ready to let go of electricity? During this session, your
troop will arrive at noon, fed, and ready to enjoy facilitated activities. Your troop will rotate between scheduled
activities such as swimming, boating, archery, the Timber Lake water slide, hiking, and arts and crafts.
Lodging, activity supplies, facilitator fees, food, and first aid services are included in the price. Adult
prices include lodging, food, and first aid services only. Meals
include Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, Sunday lunch.
Check-out is at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Adult to camper ratio is at
least 1:5 per troop. Adult and campers are not required to have
a physical from a licensed physician for this session. Attending
adult is responsible for medication adminstration.
Bus Options: minimum 25 campers, $40 additional;
pick up at Girl Scout Headquarters in New Orleans.
at CAMP whispering pines, $125/girl and $40/adult
DATECODE
July 9-10
WPGA07
14 the experience!
troop camping oak ridge
It’s time to step it up a notch and get rid of the fans, lights, and electricity! During
this session, your troop will arrive at noon, fed, and ready to enjoy facilitated
activities. Your troop will rotate between scheduled activities such as swimming,
boating, archery, the Timber Lake water slide, hiking, and arts and crafts.
Lodging, activity supplies, facilitator fees, food, and first aid services are included
in the price. Adult prices include lodging, food, and first aid services only. Meals
include Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, Sunday lunch. Checkout is at 3 p.m.
on Sunday. Adult to camper ratio is at least 1:5 per troop. Adult and campers are
not required to have a physical from a licensed physician for this session. Attending adult is responsible
for medication administration. Bus Options: minimum 25 campers, $40 additional; pick up at Girl Scout
Headquarters in New Orleans. at CAMP whispering pines, $100/girl and $40/adult
DATECODE
July 9-10
WPEX07
entering GradeS 6, 7, & 8
troop archery
badge workshop Archery
badge
Bring your troop or group to this badge workshop to earn the new outdoor Archery badge! Girls will
learn the ins and outs of the archery course by practicing their shooting, making their own target,
shooting a floating target, and learning about safety procedures and whistle commands. While
you’re not at the range, you will be scheduled for swimming, hiking, and canoeing. Get ready to show
off your new badge when you get home!
Lodging, food, activity supplies, facilitator fees, and first aid services are included in the session price.
Adult fees include lodging, food, and first aid services only. Adult to camper ratio is at least 1:5 per troop. Meals
include Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday breakfast and lunch. Check-in 5 p.m. Friday; checkout 3 p.m. Sunday. Adult and campers are not required to have a physical from a licensed physician for this session.
Attending adult is responsible for medication adminstration. at CAMP MARYDALE, $125/girl and $50 adult
DATECODE
July 8-10MDABW1
entering GradeS 6 through 12
going wild!
troop camping sunny trails
It’s time to go WILD! This session is for troops who want to take advantage of
pre-planned activities and facilitators, while keeping it laid back. You will arrive
at camp at 11 a.m., check-in, drop your belongings, and get ready for your day!
Your troop will rotate between scheduled activities such as swimming, boating,
archery, the ropes course, and the Timber Lake water slide. On your free time, feel
free to take a hike, stargaze, or sing songs in your unit.
Lodging, activity supplies, and facilitator fees are included in the price. Adult
prices
include lodging only. Troops are responsible for providing their own meals; camp trained adult is required. Checkout is at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Adult to camper ratios for this session are per Safety Activity Checkpoints. Adult
and campers are not required to have a physical from a licensed physician for this session. Attending adult is
responsible for medication administration. Bus Options: minimum 25 campers, $40 additional; pick up at Girl
Scout Headquarters in New Orleans. at CAMP whispering pines, $50/girl and $20/adult
DATECODE
July 9-10
WPGW07
15 Camp financial assistance
Financial assistance is available
for one camp session to those
demonstrating financial need and
will be a percentage of the session
fee. Camp Financial Assistance
Request applications are due by
March 1, 2016. After this date funds
may be limited, but applications will
be accepted for review. If you wish
to request financial assistance,
please complete the form and
attach it to your daughter’s
registration form. Payment are
required with a completed financial
assistance form. Return the
confidential application with your
daughter’s camp registration form.
Only girls registered with the Girl
Scouts Louisiana East council are
eligible for financial assistance.
girl scout cookie dough
Girls who earn Cookie Dough
or Nutte Bucks may use the full
amount in the resident camp
Trading Post.
Non-Girl Scouts are
Welcomed with additional
$15 membership fee.
confirmationS
After registration has been
processed, confirmation packets
will be sent via USPS indicating
placement in camp session(s) and
detailed information on what to
pack, trading post, check-in/out
times, etc. It will take some time
to process registrations. If you are
curious about the status of your
confirmation packet, please call
the Resident Camp Registrar no
earlier than May 1, 2016.
16 Resident Camp
Priority Registration, available at
Regional Office on February 16 from 1-8
p.m. or at the Headquarter Office on
February 18 from 1-8 p.m.
General Registration begins
February 20!
Full Payment due with registration.
Register online at www.gsle.org/ebiz. Non-
GSLE membership registrants must obtain a paper
registration form from our website.
In anticipation of a camper’s attendance, various expenses
are incurred on her behalf, such as supplies, equipement,
registration and camp staffing costs. Accordingly, there is
a $50 cancellation fee for each session canceled at the
customer’s request. If the council cancels the session, no
fee is applied.
** Make your doctor’s appointment today for your
physical examination. Don’t forget to bring the enclosed
Girl Health Examination Record.
Forms due
All forms are due to the Resident Camp registrar
at Headquarters three weeks prior to the start
of the session. Forms can be found in the mailed
confirmation packet or online at www.gsle.org. The
forms due three weeks before the session are Camper
Information Sheet, Health Form filled out by a licensed
physician, and Camper Fun Form. The forms due
at camp check-in are the Trading Post Form and
Medication Administration Form.
refunds
Partial refunds (less $50 cancellation fee) may be
given in some instances and are considered on a case
by case basis. Written requests for a refund must be
received by the council at least three weeks prior to the
opening day of the session. A partial refund (less $50
cancellation fee) may be secured if the council receives
a written certificate from a licensed M.D. stating she is
unable to attend her camp session or if there is a family
emergency.
No refund will be given if a camper is sent home due to
unacceptable behavior or homesickness. Full refunds
will only be issued for sessions canceled by the council.
Make your doctor’s appointment today for your physical examination.
gIRl HEaltH EXaMInatIOn RECORd
State
Zip Code
Parent or Guardian
Address
Chronic or Recurring Illnesses
❑ ADD/ADHD
❑ Asthma
❑ Bleeding Disorders
❑ Diabetes
❑ Ear Infections
❑ Heart Defect/Disease
❑ Hypertension
❑ Musculoskeletal Disorders
❑ Seizures
❑ Other (Specify)__________
Date of Birth
(Area Code) Phone
Age
datE attEndIng
pROgRaM attEndIng
suggestions from parent:
(Area Code) Phone
Sex
THIS PORTION TO BE fIllEd In by paREnt AND REvIEWED WITH PHYSICIAN AT THE TIME Of ExAMINATION
City or Town
Name (Last, first, Initial)
Address
In Emergency Notify
Health History: (Check those that apply)
❑ Chicken Pox
❑ Measles
❑ German Measles
❑ Mumps
allergies
❑ Animals
❑ food
❑ Hay fever
❑ Insect Stings
❑ Medicine/Drugs
❑ Plants
❑ Pollen
❑ Other
COMMEnts WHERE applICablE:
Operations or serious injuries _________________________________________________
Hospitalizations _____________________________________________________________
Other diseases/disabilities ____________________________________________________
COMMEnts WHERE applICablE:
fainting ___________________________________________________ Sleep Disturbances _________________________________________
Bed wetting________________________________________________ Menstrual cramps __________________________________________
Constipation _______________________________________________ Nosebleeds ________________________________________________
Emotional disturbances _____________________________________ Other _____________________________________________________
Specific activities to be encouraged _________________________________________________________________________________________
restricted _______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Special medical or dietary regimen to be followed (specify) ____________________________________________________________
This health history is correct and my daughter has permission to engage in all prescribed activities, except as noted by me and the examining physician.
Signature of Parent/Guardian _________________________________________________________________ Date _______________________
* Not required for every health examination. A Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, or
Junior should have the test if she has not already had it, either when entering
school or at any time since. A Girl Scout Cadette, Senior or Ambassador should
have this test if she has not had it since entering puberty.
**Adult tetanus-diphtheria toxoid
*** Haemophilus influenza b
Health Examination:
Date of examination ________________________________________
Height _______________ Weight ______________ B.P. ____________
Appearance – Nutrition _____________________________________
Without Glasses
With Glasses
Eyes R 20/ ________ L 20/________ R 20/ _______ L 20/ _________
Ears ______________________________ Hearing R ____________
L____________
Code:
Satisfactory ✔
Not Satisfactory ✗
Not Examined W
Nose______________________________________________________
Throat ____________________________________________________
Teeth _____________________________________________________
Heart _____________________________________________________
Lungs _____________________________________________________
Abdomen _________________________________________________
Genitalia __________________________________________________
Hernia ____________________________________________________
Skin ______________________________________________________
Musculoskeletal ____________________________________________
General physical and emotional status ________________________
Urinalysis* _______________________ HGB* ____________________
Other notes________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Year Primary
Series Completed
________________
Year Of
Last Booster
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
Phone (_________)___________________________
Date _____________
UD: 02/2011
City_______________________________ State _______ Zip _____________
Address ________________________________________________________
Licensed physician’ s signature______________________________________
This person is in satisfactory condition and may engage in all usual activities
except as noted.
Licensed physician’ s name _________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Physician’ s comments and recommendations
Give details or indicate management of significant illnesses.
D.T.P.
Diphtheria
Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Tetanus
Td**
________________
Oral polio
________________
Measles
________________
Mumps
________________
Hib***
Hbpv***
________________
________________
Tuberculin test
Type ___________
________________
Year last given ____________________________
Result ___________________________________
Other
________________
________________
Record of Immunizations:
Immunization
THIS PORTION TO BE fIllEd In by pHysICIan AfTER REvIEW Of HEALTH HISTORY WITH paREnt/guaRdIan.
This health history is correct and my daughter has permission to engage in all prescribed activities, except as noted by me and the examining physician.
Signature of Parent/Guardian _________________________________________________________________ Date _______________________
Girl Scouts Louisiana East
MAIL REGISTRATION FORMS TO:
841 S. Clearview Pkwy.
New Orleans, LA 70121
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
www.gsle.org
Girl Scout Camp Financial Assistance Request
Any active registered Girl Scout in Girl Scouts Louisiana East may apply for camp fee assistance to attend one camp session.
Completely fill out the camp registration form and camp financial assistance request and send both to the Girl Scout Office by
March 1 to be eligible for first round of allocations. After this date, funds may be limited.
TO BE COMPLETED BY PARENT OR GUARDIAN:
_______________________________________________
Camper’s Name
___________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian
_______________________________________________
Address
_________________________________
City, State
(______)___________________
Home
(______)__________________
Work
_______________
Zip
(______)__________________
Cell
________
Grade in Fall
Is she a: q Registered Girl Scout: Troop # _______________ Service Unit # _____________ q Individual Member
Program Age Level in Fall: q DA/BR q JR q CAD q SR/AMB
No. of Years as a Girl Scout ____ Did she participate in the most recent Girl Scout Fall Product and Cookie Sales? q Yes q No
How often does she participate in Girl Scout activities, meetings, etc.? ______________________________________________
________________________________________
Leader’s Name
Family Income:
(______)__________________
Home
(______)_______________
Work / Cell
q Under $15,000
q $15,000 - $25,000
q $25,000 - $35,000
q $35,000 - $45,000
q $45,000 - $55,0000
q OVER $65,000
Number of people supported by this income ____________
Number of dependent children living at home ______________
List any unusual or extraordinary family expenses or circumstances *Required (Attach a letter if necessary!)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Program your camper would like to attend
______________________
Dates
Although not required, partial or full reimbursement (when and if possible) of any funds granted is appreciated and accepted
Amount
of FeeThis
$ ____________________________________
at any time.
enables your council to continue to provide assistance for girls and adults when the need arises.
Amount you can pay $ ____________________________________
Has she received financial assistance from the Girl Scouts before?
q No
q Yes —When, amount received and for what
purpose? ______________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature _____________________________________________________________ Date ___________________________
q Parent/Guardian
q Troop Leader
q Other
OFFICE USE ONLY: Amount Granted: $____________ Total Due from applicant $_____________ Appv’d by__________ Date_________
Program Cost: $____________ ________________________% authorized
Receipted by ______________ No. ______________ date ______________ DATA ENTRY: by __________ date __________
GSLE 12/15
Non-Profit
Organization
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
NEW ORLEANS, LA
PERMIT NO. 428
Girl Scouts Louisiana East
P.O. Box 10800
New Orleans, LA 70181-0800
(504) 733-8220 • (800) 644-7571
www.gsle.org
About Us…
ACA Accreditation
Girl Scout Camp Marydale and Camp Whispering
Pines are accredited by the American Camp
Association. Accreditation means that each camp
undergoes a thorough review process by outside
camping professionals every three years. Our Girl
Scout camps consistently achieve the highest
standards in the areas of personnel, program, site
administration, and health care.
Bring a Friend! Non-Girl Scouts
welcome!
Who are the camp counselors?
Our counselors are selected based on their program
skills, maturity, education, caring attitude, and
experience with children. Counselors are primarily
college students, both female and male, with male
counselors housed in separate quarters. Program
areas, such as ropes course, horses, swimming and
boating, are directed by certified and trained staff.
All of our staff must successfully complete precamp staff training, pass background screening and
become members of Girl Scouts of the USA.
Girl Scout summer camp is for every girl, even
those not yet in Girl Scouts! For girls new to Girl
Scouting, simply include the $15 annual national
membership dues along with the camp session
fees and Resident Camp registration form at
www.gsle.org.
Contact Information
For more information about registration for
summer camp, please contact the Resident
Camp Registrar at (800) 644-7571. For camp
program questions, please contact Resident
Camp Director at [email protected].
GSLE Members
Register gsle.org/ebiz
online 800-644-7571
Girl Scouts Louisiana East serves the parishes of Ascension,
Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville,
Jefferson, Lafourche, Livingston, Orleans, Plaquemines, Pointe
Coupee, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. Helena, St. James, St. John,
St. Mary, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Terrebonne, Washington,
West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana.
It is funded by voluntary philanthropic
contributions, the cookie and fall product
sales, fees for services, and the United
Way in selected parishes.