Summer 2016 Summer Events Resident Camp

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Registration
ry 11th, 2016
Opens Februa
Resident Camp &
Summer Events
Summer 2016
Little Book. Big Plans.
Dear Girl Scout Families,
ment to The Big Book which you should have previously
Welcome to your first edition of The Little Book! This catalog is a supple
and volunteers have asked for printed program and activity
received in the mail or viewed online. For several years, Girl Scout parents
you this second publication for the 2015–2016 Girl Scout year!
guides to be mailed directly to their homes, and we are happy to bring
dead of an Illinois winter, it’s hard to imagine sunny days,
Can you believe it’s already time to sign up for summer programs? In the
before you know it, and we know you want your girl to have an
swimming suits, and s’mores over the campfire. But summer will be here
summer!
amazing time. The Little Book is stuffed with great ideas for a fun Girl Scout
and memorable summer, including resident camp, troop
GSNI has many opportunities for your daughter or troop to have an exciting
up to bring your family or troop to one of our beautiful camp
camp, day camp, and one-day programs and events. You can also sign
sign up is right here in The Little Book.
properties on your own schedule. All of the information about how to
learn important skills for life, such as independence,
Best of all, we know girls who attend Girl Scout camp and program events
do-it-themselves, make good decisions, and get along with
problem solving, and teamwork. They become young women who can
nce, and character, who make the world a better place. It all
others. That’s our mission at Girl Scouts—to build girls of courage, confide
starts right here with the programs offered in The Little Book.
We can’t wait to see you this summer!
Fiona Cummings
Chief Executive Officer
Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
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Please note: these events are
fictictious and are not offered by GSNI.
Table of Contents
Where is GSNI?
pg. 3
Registration 101
pg. 4
Let’s Go Camping!
pg. 5
Camp Sessions
Camp Dean Sessions
pg. 6
Camp Dean Day Camp
Camp Dean Resident Camp
Ponytails at Camp Dean
pg. 6
pg. 6
pg. 6
Camp McCormick Sessions
pg. 7
pg. 7
pg. 7
Camp McCormick Day Camp
Camp McCormick Resident Camp
Camp Far Horizons Session
pg. 7
pg. 7
Camp Far Horizons Resident Camp
Family Camps
pg. 8
pg. 8
pg. 8
pg. 8
Special Guy
It’s All Relative
Girls’ Getaway
Troop Camping
pg. 8
pg. 8
Troop Camping
Counselor-In-Training
pg. 9
pg. 9
pg. 9
pg. 9
CIT Apprentice
Counselor-In-Training I
Counselor-In-Training II
Camp Registration Form
pg. 10
Camp Information
pg. 11
Get Camping with GSNI!
pg. 12
pg. 13
pg. 13
Reservation Procedures
Activity Trainings
Summer Events
pg. 14
Find It in the Big Book
pg. 18
Keep in Touch
pg. 18
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Jo Daviess
Freeport
Camp
Far Horizons
Chapman Hills
Mary Ann
Beebe Center
Boone
Winnebago
Rockford
Barrington
Camp
McCormick
Carroll
Elgin
Ogle
Dekalb
Kane
Sugar Grove
Rock Falls
Lee
Camp
Dean
Whiteside
GSNI Facilities
Henry
Lake
McHenry
Bureau
Cook
Legend
Kendall
La Salle
Dupage
Grundy
GSNI Council Area
GSNI Camps
GSNI Service Centers/
Council Stores
Girl Scout Express
GSNI Service Centers & Council Stores
Elgin Service Center
& Council Store
Freeport Service Center
& Council Store
Girl Scout Express
Rockford Service Center
& Council Store
Sugar Grove Service Center
& Council Store
Rock Falls Service Center
& Council Store
Mary Ann Beebe Center
Chapman Hills
Camp Dean
Camp Far Horizons
Camp McCormick
Rockford Program Center
12N124 Coombs Road
Elgin, IL 60124
Phone: 847-741-5521
Fax: 847-741-5667
2820 McFarland Road
Rockford, IL 61107
Phone: 815-962-5591
Fax: 815-962-5658
GSNI CAMPS
17501 Streit Road
Harvard, IL 60033
9702 S. Lost Horizons Road
Hanover, IL 61041
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5040 Bus. Rt. 20 West
Freeport, IL 61032
Phone: 815-235-8777
Fax: 815-235-2468
200 New Bond Street
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
Phone: 630-897-1565
Fax: 630-466-7018
N9372 Scout Road
East Troy, WI 53120
9995 N. Girl Scout Road
Stillman Valley, IL 61084
(stand-alone store)
200 Applebee Street
Barrington, IL 60010
Phone: 847-620-5043
229 First Avenue, Suite 1
Rock Falls, IL 61071
Phone: 815-997-5100
46W253 Camp Dean Road
Big Rock, IL 60511
7194 Vandiver Road
Cherry Valley, IL 61112
A complete guide to everything registration
Registration
101
Programs and events
Learn:
• How to get to the online portal
• How to reset your username
and password
• How to create a new account
Member registration
Trainings
How to get to the online portal
1. Go to www.girlscoutsni.org
2. Click on “Click here to Register”
3. Log in
How to reset your username and password
Forgot password
1. Go to online portal
2. Click on “Password?”
3. Fill in information fields
4. Answer your hint question
then click “Reset Password”
5. You will recieve an email with
your Password
Forgot username
2. Click on “Username?”
3. Fill in information fields
4. Answer your hint question then
click “Retrieve Username”
5. You will recieve an email with
your Username
How to create a new account
2. Click on “New Online Account”
3. Fill in required fields for parent/guardian, then click “Continue”
4. Fill-in required fields for parent/guardian, then click “Create Online Profile”
5. If you are registering your daughter(s), please select “Add a family member”
6. Follow the steps and fill in the information for the girl being registered
Financial assistance forms are available online on the Volunteer Resources Page
Cookie Dough cannot be used with online payment
NOTE: After April 1, 2016, the registration process will change.
Updated instructions will be available on our website.
For assistance with the registration process, please contact the Registration Help
Desk at 847-741-5521, ext. 7110, or at [email protected].
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Let’s Go Camping!
d-match to create a custom summer
The possibilities are endless! Choose from any of our events or mix-an
Check out all of the options at
experience. We even offer single-day events to fill your summer with fun!
bring home. Summer is waiting—register
www.girlscoutsni.org. You’ll be amazed at the skills and confidence she’ll
today!
and possibility? You wanted to pack every
Remember that summer feeling—that feeling of freedom, excitement
me. This summer, let Girl Scouts be
moment with something fun. You defined your adventure, and it was aweso
g activities with brand new friends. She’ll
the gateway to that summer feeling for your girl. She’ll discover excitin
of her own adventure, finding fun around
challenge her limits with supportive adults by her side. She’ll be the guide
every corner.
publication with your camper to see how
We have many flexible options available and invite you to look over this
camp, and family camp. Your Girl Scout can
much adventure is ahead of her! Camping options day camp, resident
er!
continue the fun she had during this year by visiting camp during the summ
for Troop Camping. The options are endless
Troops can plan their own adventure and rent a site at camp or join us
in 2016!
Level Pricing Explanation
is greater than the fees paid to
ng the cost of providing camp programs and operating camp
Camp program opportunities for girls are subsidized, meani
ms, if they are financially
progra
camp
opportunity to help cover more of the true cost of the
participate. Our flexible pricing system offers families the
able. For each session, you will see three prices:
of operating the camp program
camp. This covers approximately 60% of the direct costs
Level 1 Price: is the most subsidized rate we can offer for
with your camper’s experience, but is still a subsidized rate.
Level 2 Price: covers some of the direct costs associated
m supplies, living supplies, and
camp program. It includes direct costs such as food, progra
Level 3 Price: is closer to the true cost of operating the
g and ground maintenance.
summer staff salaries. It does not include things like buildin
ential and does not affect the quality of
your family. Flexible pricing choice is always kept confid
Select the fee you feel is affordable and appropriate for
provide the highest quality programs
program. The goal of offering flexible pricing options is to
your child’s experience as all fees are for exactly the same
ve camp for generations to come.
possible to serve all community income levels and to preser
ting assistance to cover the Level 1 fee.
If you are requesting financial assistance, you will be reques
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Camp Dean Sessions
Camp Dean Day Camp
46W253 Camp Dean Rd., Big Rock, IL 60511
Is your camper ready to explore camp but still loves the comfort of her own bed? Camp Dean Day Camp is for her! Fun, energetic Camp Dean staffers will
guide her through all the camp activities we can pack in a day from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Activities can include swimming, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and
outdoor cooking! She can even sign up for our optional Thursday overnight and have a camp sleepover experience, too! (Overnight fee is only $25!)
5-day Sessions
Price Level
3-day Sessions
Price Level
Session 1
June 20–24
Level 1
$150/session, or
Session 3
Level 1
$100/session, or
Session 2
June 27–July 1
Level 2
$214/session, or
Level 2
$143/session, or
Session 4
July 11–15
Level 3
$277/session
Level 3
$185/session
Session 5
July 18–22
Session 6
July 25–29
Session 7
August 1–5
July 6–8
Camp Dean Resident Camp
Your camper can choose from our 3-day/2-night or 6-day/5-night resident camp sessions where she will stay overnight in Camp Dean’s sleeping cabins
and explore camp during the day. If she wants to give tent camping a try, all campers will have the option to sleep in a tent one night during their stay.
Trained Camp Dean staff will provide opportunities for your camper to explore the outdoors and experience numerous camp activities including creek
stomping, swimming in the camp pool, arts & crafts, outdoor cooking, singing around the campfire, performing skits, hiking, archery, canoeing, kayaking,
fishing, geocaching, gaga ball, games, and so much more!
Drop-off on first day of session: 2–4 p.m.
Pick-up on last day of session: 2:30–3:30 p.m.
3-day/2-night Sessions
Price Level
Price Level
Session 1a
June 19–21
Level 1
$180/session, or
Session 2
June 26–July 1
Level 1
$290/session, or
Session 1b
June 22–24
Level 2
$257/session, or
Session 4
July 10–15
Level 2
$413/session, or
Session 3
July 6–8
Level 3
$333/session
Session 5
July 17–22
Level 3
$536/session
Session 7a
July 31–August 2
Session 6
July 24–29
Session 7b
August 3–5
Ponytails at Camp Dean
Ponytails is one of our most popular camp options! Your camper can join us for 3 or 6 days at Camp Dean to spend time with the horses—caring for them
and learning to ride—and enjoy activities like swimming, arts and crafts, and outdoor cooking when not with the horses. She will stay overnight in the Camp
Dean sleeping cabins. If your camper comes for a 6-day session, she will also experience a trail ride! Our camp staff and equestrian experts are ready to
help all our Ponytail campers saddle up for summer fun! Note: Riding for 3-day sessions is done in an arena, 6-day sessions will include a trail ride.
Entering Grades 4–6
Session 1a
June 19–21
Session 1b
June 22–24
Session 3
July 6–8
Session 5b
July 20–22
Session 7a
July 31–August 2
Price Level
Level 1
$255/session, or
Level 2
$363/session, or
Level 3
$471/session
Entering Grades 6-8
Session 6
Session 5a
July 17–19
Session 2
June 26–July 1
Session 7b
August 3–5
Session 4
July 10–15
July 24–29
Price Level
Level 1
$450/session, or
Level 2
$640/session, or
Level 3
$830/session
Price Level
Price Level
Level 1
$255/session, or
Level 1
$450/session, or
Level 2
$363/session, or
Level 2
$640/session, or
Level 3
$471/session
Level 3
$830/session
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Camp McCormick sessions
Camp McCormick Day Camp
9995 N. Girl Scout Rd., Stillman Valley, IL 61084
Is your camper just getting started on her camp journey? Camp McCormick Day Camp encourages her to explore camp each day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
but still be home at night! She’ll have a great time swimming, making arts and crafts, discovering nature, and cooking outdoors with the help of dedicated
camp staff. She can also sign up for our optional Thursday overnight and have a camp sleepover experience, too. (Overnight fee is only $25!)
5-day Session
Session 1
June 20–24
Price Level
Level 1
$150/session, or
Level 2
$214/session, or
Level 3
$277/session
Bus Option
s will be able to board the bus each day and
Bus services will be provided for Camp McCormick Day Camp. Camper
camp.
from
and
to
be accompanied by Camp McCormick staff
Bus Stop Locations
Stop 1: Machesney Park Area (specific location: TBD)
Stop 2: Rockford Program Center for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
Drop off*
Pick Up*
7:30 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
8:15 a.m.
Fee: $45
4:45 p.m.
*Times are approximate
Camp McCormick Resident Camp
Your camper can choose from our 6-day/5-night resident camp sessions where she’ll stay overnight in in platform tents, Adirondacks, or covered wagons
and explore camp during the day. Trained Camp McCormick staff will provide opportunities for your camper to explore the outdoors and experience
numerous camp activities including swimming in the camp pool, arts & crafts, outdoor cooking, singing around the campfire, performing skits, hiking,
archery, crate stacking, geocaching, gaga ball, games, and so much more!
Price Level
Session 2
June 26–July 1
Level 1
$290/session, or
Session 4
July 10–15
Level 2
$413/session, or
Level 3
$536/session
Camp Far Horizons Session
Camp Far Horizons Resident Camp
9702 S. Lost Horizon Rd., Hanover, IL 61041
Join us for our 6-day/5-night resident camp session where she will stay overnight in platform tents and explore camp during the day. Trained Camp Far
Horizons staff will provide opportunities for your camper to explore the outdoors and experience numerous camp activities including swimming in the
camp pool, arts & crafts, outdoor cooking, singing around the campfire, performing skits, hiking, archery, rappelling, crate stacking, geocaching, games,
and so much more!
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Price Level
Session 6
Level 1
$290/session, or
Level 2
$413/session, or
Level 3
$536/session
July 24-29
Family Camps
Special Guy
Camp McCormick, 9995 N. Girl Scout Rd., Stillman Valley, IL 61084
$55/person | June 24–26
Male adults, age 18+
Who is the special guy in her life? Is it her dad, grandpa, uncle, or older brother? Pack your bags, hit the road, and make your way to Camp McCormick for
the weekend! Your dynamic duo will keep busy with all Camp McCormick has to offer, including swimming, hiking, games, and cooking. All food and
organized fun will be provided! Space is limited; only one family is placed per tent, unless sharing is requested.
It’s All Relative
Camp Dean, 46W253 Camp Dean Rd., Big Rock, IL 60511
$55/person | July 8-10
Whole Family
It’s time to round up the whole family, including aunts and uncles, grandmas and grandpas, siblings and cousins, and head to camp! You’ll all spend a
relaxing weekend swimming, crafting, hiking, cooking outdoors, fishing, and exploring! All food and organized fun will be provided. Space is limited; only
one family is placed per tent or cabin, unless sharing is requested.
Girls’ Getaway
Camp Far Horizons and Camp Dean
$55/person
Female adults, age 18+
Who is your Girl Scout’s superhero? Is it you or a treasured family member or friend? This getaway offers girls and their favorite role models the
opportunity to bond during a weekend at camp! We’re ready for her and her mom, aunt, grandma, or other female superhero to go swimming, hiking,
cooking, crafting, and exploring! All food and organized fun will be provided. Space is limited; only one family is placed per tent or cabin, unless
sharing is requested (cabins are only available at Camp Dean).
Camp Far Horizons | July 22–24
Camp Dean | July 29–31
Troop Camping
Troop Camping
Camp McCormick and Camp Far Horizons
$75/girl, $50/adult
Does camping with the whole troop during the summer sound like fun? With our new Troop Camping sessions, the whole troop can experience summer
camp together in platform tents! Summer camp staff will be on hand to lead camp activities like swimming, arts and crafts, archery (age level restrictions
apply), and outdoor cooking! Troops are responsible for providing adequate adult supervision (consult the Camping Safety Activity Checkpoint). Session
fee includes activity supplies, food, and camp staff support. Outdoor Overnight Training is not required!
Camp McCormick
Camp Far Horizons
Session 3
July 6–8
Session 7a
Session 4c
July 16–18
July 31–August 2
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Counselor-in-Training
CIT Apprentice
July 10–15
Is she ready to take her camp experience up a notch? Becoming a CIT Apprentice allows her to be a camper and take a leadership role at camp! She will
take the first step in her camping career and complete Program Aide Basic and Outdoor trainings while experiencing all her favorite camp activities!
Price Level
Level 1
$305/session, or
Level 2
$395/session, or
Level 3
$485/session
Counselor-in-Training I
June 19–July 1
Does she already have Program Aide Basic and Outdoor trainings under her belt? Why not continue the journey to becoming a camp counselor? She will
spend two weeks with us at Camp McCormick to develop her skills as an outdoor leader. This is one activity colleges can’t ignore! She will help us develop
new camp activities for current campers while shaping her leadership skills for the future!
Price Level
Level 1
$485/session, or
Level 2
$633/session, or
Level 3
$780/session
Counselor-in-Training II
Camp Dean, 46W253 Camp Dean Rd., Big Rock, IL 60511
July 24–August 5
She’s almost there! Now’s the time to pull together all the camp leadership skills she has developed over the years. She will challenge herself to be the
best she can be as she is put on the spot to handle real-life camper experiences, when working with younger campers and navigate obstacles any camp
counselor can encounter.
Price Level
Level 1
$485/session, or
Level 2
$633/session, or
Level 3
$780/session
Extra Adventures
Back by popular demand - Choose your own adventure! You can stay at camp all week and enjoy everything Camp McCormick and Camp Far Horizons
has to offer, or choose to add a fun-filled trip to your week! Can’t stay at camp all week, but still want to experience these awesome adventures? You can
sign up for these events on their own. Space is limited, so register soon! Find these events listed on page 15. For more information, please contact Felecia
Dupczak, [email protected].
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Camp Registration Form
Find this form online at
www.girlscoutsni.org
This form can be photocopied. Submit one form per camper per session.
Registration opens February 10, 2016
Mail completed form to GSNI Elgin Service Center, 12N124 Coombs Road, Elgin, IL 60124. You may also scan and email to [email protected].
PLEASE PRINT:
Camper Name(s) (for Family Camp, please list all names and indicate if youth or adult)
Girl’s Date of Birth
/
/
2016–2017 School Grade
T-shirt size (Day Camp Sessions Only)
(please print)
Session Name
YS
YM
YL
Camp Name
AS
Session Dates
AM
Level Pricing Choice
AL
AXL
Amount Paying at
This Time*
Session
Add-On Trip
McCormick Only
Optional
Overnight
Day Camp Only
Girl Scout Registration Fee (due only if your camper is not currently a Girl Scout) $15**
I will be applying for Financial Assitance
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED
*IMPORTANT: A $50 deposit is required for each session, even if requesting Financial Assistance. If a deposit is not included, registration WILL NOT be processed. Deposit
is refundable ONLY if the session is not available. Each family camp registrant and Add-On Trip must be paid in full upon registration.
Address
City
State/Zip
Home Phone
Parent/Guardian
Day Phone
Email
Parent/Guardian
Day Phone
Email
EMERGENCY INFORMATION: Parents/guardians—if you cannot be reached in case of an emergency, please list the name of a friend or
relative who will be able to contact you
Name
Relationship
Day Phone
Evening Phone
BUDDY INFORMATION: My camper would like to be in the same group as:
(List only ONE BUDDY, and make sure the friend is attending the same session and that she indicates your camper’s name as a buddy
reference on her application.)
Buddy’s Name
PAYMENT INFORMATION: Form of payment (Please indicate amount of each applicable type.):
Cash
Check/Money Order
CREDIT CARD TYPE:
Credit Card Number
VISA
Credit Card
MasterCard
Cookie Dough, ect. (not for deposit)
Discover
Expires
Validation Code
Cardholder’s Name (PRINTED)
Signature
**My camper is not currently a registered Girl Scout. I have included a $15 membership fee and understand this registers my camper as a
Girl Scout through 9/30/2016. This membership fee is non-refundable.
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Camp Information
Campers with Disabilities
The goal of our camps is to provide a successful experience for all girls. Please communicate with the Felecia Dupczak, [email protected], about
campers with any special needs or disabilities. This enables our camps to make every effort to accommodate those needs in each facility with
appropriate staff.
Transportation
Transportation to and from camp is NOT included in any camp session.
Health and Safety
All Girl Scout camps in this brochure are licensed by their state and uphold state and
federal health and safety codes, as well as Girl Scouts of the USA policies and standards.
Camp Dean and Camp McCormick are also accredited by the American Camp Association.
All camps meet industry standards for health and site safety, food service management,
human resources, program design, and activities. Health centers are staffed by a resident
health supervisor. Unit counselors are first-aid/CPR trained. For all camps, emergency care
is available at a nearby clinic or hospital. No camper—child or adult—is admitted to camp
without proper health forms being completed and signed. Each camp has procedures in
place to monitor and respond to emergencies, including weather conditions, to ensure the
health and safety of campers.
Visitors
Families are encouraged to visit camp during their scheduled Open House, prior to the start of summer camp sessions. To ensure safety and security, no
visitors are allowed on site during camp sessions.
Program Changes
Although rare, the Girl Scout council, for a variety of reasons, may occasionally cancel a camp session. If this occurs, you can expect the entire camp fee,
including the deposit, to be refunded. Other times, certain activities described in the camp sessions must be suspended or changed due to
circumstances beyond our control, such as inclement weather, equipment availability, and staffing. In these situations, we adapt by offering alternate
program options. Under circumstances of this type, refunds should not be expected.
Camp Registration Information
Registration for all summer camps will be on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning February 10, 2016.
Register:
• By mail to GSNI Elgin Service Center, 12N124 Coombs Road, Elgin, IL 60124
• By fax to 847-741-5667
• In person at any GSNI Service Center
• Scanning and emailing to [email protected]
Deposit
A $50 deposit is REQUIRED for EACH
session/person registered. Deposits
may be cash, check, or charge. Financial
Assistance or Cookie Dough/S’more
Dough/Cashew Cash cannot be used as
deposits. Family camps must be paid in
full at time of registration.
Balance Due/Required Paperwork
All balances are due to a GSNI Service Center by June 1, 2016. Camper paperwork will be due at check-in at the beginning of each camp session.
Buddy Preference
An important part of camp is making new friends. However, we understand that your camper may feel more comfortable coming to camp with a friend.
Two girls who would like to attend camp together should fill in the buddy preference section on the registration form and mail the two registration forms
together in the same envelope to guarantee both are registered for the program. Buddy requests must be mutual and for the same camp and session.
Both campers must satisfy prerequisites.
Refunds
Deposits and Family Camp fees are non-refundable. A full refund, including deposit, is made only if a camper cannot be placed in a program or if it is
necessary to cancel the program. At the end of the summer, partial refunds will be considered on a case-by-case basis and only in the case of
extenuating family circumstances or medical reasons supported by a doctor’s statement. No refunds will be made for campers arriving late, leaving early,
attending only part of the program, or for those who fail to attend. Contact Emily Hall at [email protected] or call 847-741-5521, Ext. 7132, for a refund
request form.
Financial Assistance
To apply for Financial Assistance, complete the Campership Application available at www.girlscoutsni.org. The application must be submitted with $50
deposit and registration form. Initial campership application deadline is April 1, 2016, with notice of initial award sent after April 15, 2016. Additional
assistance can be awarded after this deadline, if funds remain. Financial assistance is available only to registered members of GSNI. Applications will not
be processed without the deposit and registration form.
Cookie Dough/S’more Dough/Cashew Cash
These certificates, earned by Girl Scouts through participation in GSNI product programs, may be used toward the balance of a girl’s camp fee. They may
not be used for the deposit or adult camp fees.
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Get Camping with GSNI!
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camp. There is also a small pond for fishing and
classified stream running through the length of
turkey were reintroduced to Kane County in 1995!
air conditioning. Fun fact: Camp Dean is where
cCormick
Camp McCormick - www.facebook.com/GSNICampM
and other natural wonders
trails through 300 acres of woods, along with hills
ratory
explo
of
miles
its
with
rs
visito
ises
surpr
Camp McCormick often
for a peaceful stroll with a picnic lunch. The
s. Take one of the trails to walk along the Rock River
Illinoi
ty,
Coun
Ogle
ern
north
in
acres
400
on
situated
rings.
al events, such as conferences or festive gathe
camp also has a large, heated building for speci
Chapman Hills - www.facebook.com/GSNIChapmanHills
e trails for wildlife observation. There are many
nsin, Chapman Hills features rolling hills with natur
on
Located on 112 acres in Walworth County, Wisco
r Harry’s collection of wildlife pictures all taken
playing in a grass field. Be sure to check out Range
open areas for outdoor sports activities or just
camp property!
Five Camp Challenge!
Girls can now earn this unique fun patch and flame
s for staying
at least one night at each of our five camps! Get
started with the
campfire patch base available for purchase at
any GSNI store.
When a troop makes a reservation at a camp prope
rty for at least
one night, all girls attending will receive the flame
patch for that
camp from the ranger when they check out. The
cost of the flames
($.50 each) will be deducted from your depos
it for an easy way to
pay. Leaders, gather your Girl Scouts and make
a reservation now
to start on this exciting adventure in the outdo
ors!
Visits before August 2015, Day Camps, Twilig
ht Camps,
Camporees, Jamborees, and Service Unit
and
Council-sponsored events are not eligib
le.
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Reservation Procedures
Availability
Before sending in your rental request and deposit/payment, please visit our website camp pages for calendars or send an email to the Campsite
Coordinator at [email protected].
All requests to use any GSNI camp property must be sent to the Campsite Coordinator in the Elgin Service Center at least three weeks prior to the
desired date and must include the deposit or full payment. Any request submitted less than three weeks prior than the desired date will not be
considered. Troops and groups can book sites up to one year in advance.
Campsite reservations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis with deposit. If the site you requested is not available, you will be contacted by
the Campsite Coordinator.
Deposits and Fees
A $50 deposit per site is required with all rental requests for GSNI troops. The deposit will be cashed. Deposits do not go toward site fees. Upon camp
check out, the ranger or site monitor will give you a Troop Camp Report. This report is due within two months of stay or your deposit will be forfeited.
When the Troop Camp Report is returned to the Elgin Service Center, and the ranger has confirmed everything was in good condition when you left, a
check will be issued back to your account. Please allow two weeks for processing.
Registration forms must be accompanied by the deposit, in the form of a check made out to Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois (GSNI) or a credit/debit card.
Authorization to make charges to the card is required and all information pertaining to the card must be completed and signed by the card holder. Site
fees are due three weeks from the reservation date. If sending a check payment for the site fees, please attach it to the bottom of the invoice sent in
confirmation packet, along with your check, to the Elgin Service Center.
Service Unit Events
approval by the Campsite Coordinator.
Any service unit renting three or more sites at a property may submit a reservation at any time and is subject to
go towards site fees.
not
does
This
event.
the
after
returned
be
to
deposit
Deposit for any service unit event is $150. This is a refundable
Confirmations
received. Packets contain:
Confirmation packets will be sent to the contact person via email once the request form and deposit have been
& Regulations • Camp Map
• Confirmation letter • Invoice • Troop Roster (to be turned in to the ranger upon check-in) • General Safety Rules
Facilitator Trainings
Activity
Trainings
GSNI offers a wide variety of exciting outdoor training opportunities
for adults to lead activities and take Girl Scouts camping! Participants
receive full instructions and safety guidelines for facilitating outdoor
experiences for others during these trainings. Never been camping
with your troop before? Start with the Field Trip Basics Home Study!
Then, move onto Indoor Overnight Training for lodge usage and
round out your training experiences with Outdoor Overnight Training
for tent or cabin camping. Don’t let your troop miss out on an
opportunity to experience the outdoors!
Overnight Trainings
Archery Training
Camp McCormick
April 9, 2016
$35
Archery Training
April 10, 2016
$35
Archery Training
Camp Dean
April 17, 2016
$35
Archery Training
Camp Far Horizons
May 1, 2016
$35
Crate Stacking Training
Camp Far Horizons
April 2, 2016
FREE
Camp McCormick
April 9, 2016
FREE
Camp Dean
April 16, 2016
FREE
Low Ropes Training
April 30, 2016
$5
Low Ropes Training
May 15, 2016
$5
Low Ropes Training
May 21, 2016
$5
For more information on upcoming trainings or to register, contact
Felecia Dupczak at Ext. 7161 or [email protected]
Indoor Overnight
March 15, 2016
$3
Indoor Overnight
March 22, 2016
$3
Indoor Overnight
March 30, 2016
$3
Indoor Overnight
September 15, 2016
$3
Outdoor Overnight
Camp Dean
April 23–24, 2016
$25
Outdoor Overnight
Camp McCormick
April 30–May 1, 2016
$25
Outdoor Overnight
May 21–22, 2016
$25
Outdoor Overnight
Camp McCormick
September 30–October 1, 2016 $25
Indoor and/or Outdoor Overnight
Camp Far Horizons
April 30–May 1, 2016
$28
Indoor and/or Outdoor Overnight
Chapman Hills
June 4–5, 2016
$28
Sign up online or watch for open registration! If you have any questions, contact Christina Kirsch at Ext.
7146, or [email protected]
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Summer Events
Discovery Hike
Outdoor Cooking 1
Crystal Lake Nature Center
$18/ girl
Date: Friday, June 10, 2016
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
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This is her opportunity to try various types of outdoor cooking, including
using sticks, foil, and a Dutch oven. She’ll create an entire meal—soup,
bread, dinner, and dessert—and then enjoy it!
Food is provided for girl participants, only.
Register by Thursday, May 26, 2016
Contact: Katie Sullivan, Ext. 7137, [email protected]
Minecraft Mondays
Virtual; instructions will be sent
FREE
Time: 6–9 p.m.
If she could build her own neighborhood, what would it look like? When
her
creativity and computer savvy skills join forces, the sky’s the limit! Our
very
own Minecraft Server is available to Girl Scouts only.
You must own Minecraft on your computer to play on this server.
Instructions for joining our server will be emailed to you after registerin
g.
This event is only available for PC.
Contact: Katie Wolfgram, Ext. 7197, [email protected]
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Date: Monday, June 13, 2016
Register by Monday, June 6, 2016
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Date: Monday, July 11, 2016
Register by Tuesday, July 5, 2016
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Date: Monday, August 8, 2016
Register by Monday, August 1, 2016
Leroy Oakes Forest Preserve, St. Charles
$5/girl; $2/adult
Date: Saturday, June 11, 2016
Time: 10:00–12 Noon
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She’ll be amazed what she can find while exploring outside! Local plants and animals
will kindle her love of the outdoors, along with an inside look at the Nature Center.
Register by Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Contact: Shannan Harley, Ext. 7121, [email protected]
Outdoor Cooking 2
$18/ girl
Date: Friday, June 17, 2016
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
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Does she love to cook meals? Does she want to be the go-to Girl Scout on how to
create delicious meal outdoors? She’ll have a blast expanding her culinary expertise
with hands-on sessions of Dutch and box oven cooking. She’ll prepare an entire meal
and then enjoy it with her new friends! Food is provided for girl participants, only.
Register by Thursday, June 2, 2016
Outdoor Chefs
Camp Dean
$10/girl; $5/adult
Time: 10:30 a.m.– 2:00 p.m.
Could there be a chef’s hat in her future? If so, it’s time for her to try cooking
outdoors! This event will feature fresh outdoor cooking methods along with some
traditional favorites. There will be a delectable feast at the end to celebrate her brand
new skills!
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Date: Saturday, July 16, 2016
Register by Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Dance Beach Party
Cookies and Canvas
Muse Art, Crystal Lake
$24/girl
Time: 10:30 a.m. –12:30 p.m.
No experience required…really! If she’s a budding artist, she’ll love painting as an
instructor leads her step-by-step through a featured painting. Each girl proudly
leaves with a work of art she created herself!
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Date: Sunday, July 17, 2016
Register by Tuesday, July 5, 2016
Summers Academy of Dance, Crystal Lake
$11/girl
Welcome the warm rays of summer by learning an exciting dance routine! She’ll
boost her confidence and gain poise while mastering new steps.
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Date: Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Time: 7–8 p.m.
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Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Time: 6–7 p.m.
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Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Time: 7–8 p.m.
Register by Thursday, July 28, 2016
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Outdoor Cooking – Breakfast for Dinner
$18/girl
Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
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Patriotic Brownie Chefs
$11/girl
Date: Thursday, June 23, 2016
Time: 4–5 p.m.
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Scout
It’s time to roll out the red, white, and blue treats! Invite your favorite Girl
favorite
country’s
our
in
treats
patriotic
make
and
you
with
come
to
Brownie
colors, including fruit and yogurt parfaits and cookies!
Six Flags Great America, Gurnee
Family
Date: Sunday, June 19, 2016
Date: Sunday, July 17, 2016
Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140, [email protected]
Day at Rock Cut State Park
Rock Cut State Park, Loves Park
$40/girl
Date: Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Time: TBD
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She’ll
Check out this gorgeous state park nestled in the heart of our council!
be able to try canoeing, kayaking, geocaching, and all the other hands-on
in
environmental activities Rock Cut has to offer. This event is being offered
9.
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on
section
camping
the
in
res
conjunction with Extra Adventu
Register by Wednesday June 15, 2016
Contact: Felecia Dupczak, Ext. 7161, [email protected]
Horseback Riding
Shenandoah Riding Center, Galena
$45/girl
Date: Wednesday, July 27, 2016
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that wind
Summer is a wonderful time for her to traverse the picturesque trails
and discover
through the scenic Galena Territory. She’ll wander through meadows
ion
woodlands abundant with local wildlife. This event is being offered in conjunct
9.
page
on
section
camping
with Extra Adventures in the
Register by Wednesday, July 6, 2016
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Extreme Jazz Dance & Hip Hop
Girl Scout Days at Six Flags Great America
Six Flags Great America is again offering discounted tickets for
Girl Scout Days. Tickets are available at all six GSNI Council Store
locations. Tickets must be purchased in person.
of her
She’ll “eggsplore” how to use different cooking methods to make some
favorite breakfast meals! This interactive event will help her create comfort
breakfast foods and no-cook options for when she’s on the go.
Food is provided for girl participants, only.
Summers Academy of Dance, Crystal Lake
$11/girl
her turn to
She’ll kick up her dance skills with new moves and exhilarating steps. It’s
take the stage and rock out to the coolest routines!
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Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2016
Time: 7–8 p.m.
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Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Time: 6-7 p.m.
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Date: Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Register by Thursday, August 4, 2016
Whitewater Rafting
Meeting at Camp McCormick, Stillman Valley
Traveling to Wildman Adventure Resort, Athelstane, WI
$135/girl
Dates: Wednesday, July 13 – Thursday, July 14, 2016
Time: TBD
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Road trip? Check! Memories of an adventure that last a lifetime? Most
trip and a
definitely! During this event, she’ll experience a thrilling 4-hour rafting
event is
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Museum Adventure Day
Riverfront Museum Park, Rockford
$15/girl; $12/adult
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Rockford!
Enjoy an adventure-filled day at Riverfront Museum Park in downtown
s
workshop
l
additiona
optional,
with
s
She’ll spend the day exploring museum
Museum
available at each location. Girls will learn about the world’s past at Burpee
, celebrate art
of Natural History, play with science at the Discovery Center Museum
the dance
at the Rockford Art Museum, and get a behind-the-scenes look inside
y.
Compan
Dance
Rockford
the
of
s
costume
studios and
Contact: Kathleen Baylis, Ext. 7156, [email protected]
All events on this page require registration to Museum
Adventure Day to participate in the additional workshops.
Printmaking Workshop
Rockford Art Museum
$5/girl
Time: 2–3 p.m.
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prints. She’ll
She will learn all about the tools of printmaking and create her very own
even be able to share her designs in multiples!
Digging Dinos
Burpee Museum of Natural History, Rockford
$5/girl
Time: 1–2 p.m.
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She will touch a real dinosaur bone and discover how paleontologists find and dig
up those bones. She and her friends can also visit the Burpee Paleo Lab to see what
experiments the scientists are currently performing.
Rainbow Science
Discovery Center Museum, Rockford
$5/girl
Rainbows are everywhere in this wonderful workshop about color and light. She will
make a bright color viewer, mix colors, fool her eyes, and create a kaleidoscope!
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Time: 9:15–10 a.m.
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Time: 12 Noon–12:45 p.m.
Angry Bird Science
$5/girl
as she creates
Ready, aim, launch! She’ll take the game beyond the screen
finds out how fun
catapults, assembles slingshots, adjusts trajectories, and
physics can be!
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Time: 10–11 a.m.
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Time: 11 a.m.–12 Noon
Splish, Splash, Splatter
Rockford Art Museum
$5/girl
Time: 9–10 a.m.
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Making art is messy business in this fun-filled workshop! Your Girl Scout will pour,
drip, bounce, and fling to make a one-of-a-kind masterpiece unique to her.
Abstract Expressionist – Squirt Gun Style!
Rockford Art Museum
$5/girl
Time: 11 a.m. – 12 Noon
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The world is her canvas! She will bring art outside to explore color, movement,
and gesture to create art using unconventional tools.
Animal Encounters
Burpee Museum of Natural History, Rockford
$5/girl
Time: 10–11 a.m.
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Does she love animals? She’ll get up close and personal with many of the live
animals that inhabit Burpee Museum. She’ll be surprised at how these savvy
animals adapt to survive in the wild!
Move-It!
Rockford Dance Company
$5/girl
Warm up like a ballerina! Play creative dance games, and learn a fun folk dance!
In this short, action-packed dance class, you won’t believe how much fun she’ll
have exploring body movement and healthy activity!
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Time: 10–10:30 a.m.
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Time: 12 Noon–12:30 p.m.
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Time: 3–3:30 p.m.
Frozen
$5/girl
Cool off in the theater for this super-cold demo! She’ll play with dry ice and see
instant snow. Then, she will be awed and amazed as Discovery Center Museum
educators exhibit the power of liquid nitrogen.
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Time: 1–2 p.m.
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Time: 3–4 p.m.
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Space Adventures
$10/girl
Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2016
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Join Bricks 4 Kidz® as they help her discover the science behind launching things
into orbit, hear about distant man-made objects in the universe, and discuss what
it’s like to be an astronaut in space.
Adventure Camp Overnight
YMCA Camp Benson, Mount Carroll
$50/girl; $35/adult (includes lunch, dinner, and breakfast)
Dates: Saturday, September 10–Sunday, September 11, 2016
Time: 10 a.m.–10 a.m. (overnight)
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Adventure awaits! She’ll take a trip down a 3-story zip-line, enjoy a leisurely
hike through the grotto, explore a dark, cool cave, and hop in an inner
tube for a
relaxing ride down the Waukarusa River.
Troops may be assigned to sleeping cabins with other troops.
Partial requirements for: GET MOVING! Junior Journey, Camper Junior
badge,
Trailblazer Cadette badge
Register by Tuesday, August 23, 2016
London, Paris, Florence, and Rome 2017
Departure/Return via Chicago
$3,872 /girl
Dates: Tuesday, June 20–Thursday, June 29, 2017
Buckingham Palace! Eiffel Tower! Colosseum! Girl Scouts? Check! Reserve
her
spot now for an awesome adventure to Europe where she’ll meet Girl
Scouts
from around the world at Pax Lodge in London. She’ll tour Paris and the
cities
of Italy and become an experienced traveler!
Girl must be entering grade 9 or higher at time of travel. Girls may
attend if
they have graduated from high school in the spring of 2017. Adults may
apply
to be a trip chaperone. Participants may use proceeds from GSNI product
sales to fund trip.
Register by Wednesday, February 1, 2017
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Explore the Summertime Prairie
Bartlett Nature Center
$12/girl
Date: Saturday, August 27, 2016
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She’ll hike through the prairie at James “Pate” Philip State Park and study various
plants and wildlife. Who knows what she may see? Birds, insects, and maybe even
a beaver!
Register by Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Contact: Pam Schnecke, Ext. 7140, [email protected]
California Panorama
Departure/Return via Chicago
$2,311/girl; $2,469/adult
Dates: Monday, August 1–Saturday, August 6, 2016
She’ll arrive in San Francisco and breathe in the fresh Pacific air! Then,
she’ll ride a
cable car, tour Alcatraz, and get to know unique parts of the city, like Chinatow
n and
Fisherman’s Wharf, before heading over to Los Angeles and exploring
Hollywood.
She’ll also check out the Dolby Theater and the Walk of Fame, visit Universa
l Studios,
and hang out with her friends on Venice Beach!
Girl must be entering grade 5 or higher at time of travel. Adults may
register to
accompany a girl or apply to be a trip chaperone. Participants may use
proceeds
from GSNI product sales to fund trip.
Register by Friday, April 1, 2016
Camp CEO
Rockford, Illinois
$150/girl
Dates: Sunday, July 17–Friday, July 22, 2016
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Camp CEO is an inspiring, overnight experience that brings together teen
girls
and the area’s most accomplished professional women for a unique opportun
ity
for her to learn what it is like to be an executive woman in today’s world.
She will
discover how each successful woman started out just like her—a teen
girl with
dreams, goals, and everyday challenges. She will travel throughout northern
Illinois
meeting with women from many different career fields. So, no matter
what her
career goals are—Camp CEO can help her get started!
Applications available for 2016 Camp CEO: www.girlscoutsni.org
Apply by Wednesday, March 16, 2016
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Fin
Little Book is meant to be a
companion to our first-ever Big
Book! Each Girl Scout family
should have received a Big Book
in the mail. If your family needs
a Big Book, please visit your
closest GSNI service center for
a copy! Here are some of our
most popular Big Book pages:
Travel with Girl Scouts (Pg. 18)
k out our Pinterest page!
Preferred Partners (Pg. 19–21) Don’t forget to chec
(Pg. 25)
Camp Explorers at Chapman Hills | April 23
28)
Spring Break Campers | March 29–April 2 (Pg.
Spring Fest | April 30 (Pg. 29)
30)
Rush-Copley Sports Sampler | March 12 (Pg.
Girl Scout Day at the Capitol | May 6 (Pg. 38)
Badge of the Month Club (Pg. 49)
Programs in a Box (Pg. 51–53)
Free Being Me (Pg. 54)
Keep in Touch!
You can also keep in touch with us via email!
Make sure we have your correct email address on
file so you will receive email updates from GSNI.
Call our Registration Help Desk at 847-741-5521,
Ext. 7110, to make sure you’re good to go!
Facebook
Pinterest
Twitter
Instagram
Tumblr
Our website is another great resource for GSNI
members. You will always be able to find event
registration, forms, news, and contact information for
GSNI staff no matter where you go! Make sure to
bookmark www.girlscoutsni.org so you’re always in the
know. Our website is also home to our blog where we
post the latest GSNI news and updates.
www.facebook.com/GSNorthernIL
www.pinterest.com/GSNorthernIL
@GSNorthernIL
www.instagram.com/GSNorthernIL
www.gsnorthernil.tumblr.com
Interested in what our CEO Fiona is up to?
You can find her on one of these sites:
Facebook
www.facebook.com/GSNIFiona
Finally, all of us, want to thank you for supporting GSNI. Each one of you plays a part in making a difference in the
lives of the Girl Scouts in our Council. Have a great summer!
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Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois
12N124 Coombs Road
Elgin, IL 60124
12N124 Coombs Road
Elgin, IL 60124
847-741-5521
Girl Scout Express
200 Applebee Street
Barrington, IL 60010
847-620-5043
Rockford Service Center
2820 McFarland Road
Rockford, IL 61107
815-962-5591 or 800-242-5591
Freeport Service Center
5040 Bus. Rt. 20 West
Freeport, IL 61032
815-235-8777 or 800-925-3327
Rock Falls Service Center
229 First Avenue, Suite 1
Rock Falls, IL 61071
815-997-5100
Sugar Grove Service Center
200 New Bond Street
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
630-897-1565
www.girlscoutsni.org

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