Girl Scouts Louisiana East

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Girl Scout summer camp is an amazing experience for

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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE June 5-10 MDEX02 June 19-24 MDEX04 Outdoor Adventurer badge

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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 DATE CODE 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 Grade DATE 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 DATE CODE May 29-June 3 MDMM01 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

 

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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 5-10 MDPU02 June 12-17 MDPU03

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 DATE CODE July 10-15 WPMC08 July 17-22 WPMC09

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 DATE CODE May 29-June 3 MDCG01 June 5-10 MDCG02 June 12-17 MDCG03 June 19-24 MDCG04 June 26-July 1 MDCG05

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 3 MDFF01 June 19-24 MDFF04

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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 DATE CODE June 5-10 MDCC02

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 DATE CODE June 12-17 MDCD03

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 DATE CODE June 26-July 1 MDTD05

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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE July 10-15 WPAR08

 

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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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE May 29-June 3 MDTT01

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 DATE CODE July 17-22 WPNH09

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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 DATE CODE May 29-June 3 MDSIT1 June 12-17 MDSIT3 June 26-July 1 MDSIT5

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 DATE CODE June 5-10 MDNR02

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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE July 17-22 WPAA09 Paddling badge

 

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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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE May 29-June 3 MDBA01 June 5-10 MDBA02 June 12-17 MDBA03 June 19-24 MDBA04 June 26-July 1 MDBA05

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 DATE CODE June 19-July 1 (2 weeks) MDWIT2

 

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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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE June 5-10 MDCIT1 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 DATE CODE 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 3 MDPA01 June 5-10 MDPA02 June 12-17 MDPA03 June 19-24 MDPA04 June 26-July 1 MDPA05

DATE CODE July 10-15 WPPA08 July 17-22 WPPA09

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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 DATE CODE July 8-10 MDHRW1

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 DATE CODE July 9-10 WPGA07

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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 DATE CODE 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 DATE CODE July 8-10 MDABW1

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 DATE CODE July 9-10 WPGW07

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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.

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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.