Day Camp 2011

Hidden Valley Girl Scout Day Camp Information

Week 1 Day Camp leader manual
Week 2 Day Camp leader manual

What: Girl Scout Day Camp allows girls to explore and learn about nature, cook over an open  fire, make crafts, enjoy outdoor adventures and make new friends!

Who: Registered Girl Scouts who’ve completed grades K-5. Girls completing 6th grade and older may apply to be aides at Day Camp.

When: June 13-17 or June 20-24
8:45am-3:00pm daily
Overnight on Thursday for Juniors & up

Where: Hidden Valley Camp, NW corner of 15th and Kasold, Lawrence, KS

Why: Because it’s FUN!!

Fees: $45 for campers (includes t-shirt, cup, crafts, all activities, snacks and meals)

Questions?: Contact Amy Coons, amycoons@ sunflower.com, (785) 550-7128

Change in Volunteer Policy: Requires an adult volunteer for every girl who is attending (volunteer does not mean full day – can be ½ day or set-up or administrative help).

Unit Leader Discount: Camper registration fees are waived for daughters of adult volunteers who serve as a full-time Unit Leader for an entire week of camp with the same unit.

Sister Plan: Families with 3 or more girls attending Day Camp are eligible for the sister discount plan. Each registration fee can be reduced by $5.

Deadline: Camper Registrations Packets must be postmarked by March 18, 2011.

WE NEED YOU!! Our camp is completely staffed by volunteers. Volunteering at camp is a great way to make a difference. We need adult volunteers for one day shifts, lunch shifts, activity leaders and full-week Unit Leaders. 
Mandatory Training for Adult Volunteers: This training session will cover the daily schedule, safety procedures, and overall camp information. An outdoor refresher training will take place immediately following and is STRONGLY recommended for all adult volunteers who will be in camp units during the lunch hour or will be participating in the overnight campout with Junior units. Lunch will be provided for (and cooked by) outdoor training attendees.
There are two sessions to choose from: Saturday, June 11th, 9:00am-2:00pm or Saturday, June 18th, 9:00am-2:00pm 

Please indicate your date preference on the adult volunteer registration form included in the camper registration packet.

Volunteers with outdoor training may omit the refresher. All adult volunteers are welcome to attend the orientation and training. Please contact the Hidden Valley Day Camp Director for more information or to RSVP for this training.

ATTENTION: Camper Registration Forms submitted with completed Adult Volunteer Forms will be given priority.

Forms

Mail all forms to:  Day Camp Registrar, 320 Eldridge Ln, Lawrence, KS 66049
Make checks payable to: Douglas County Girl Scouts

Day Camp Aide Information

Registered Girl Scouts who’ve completed grades 6-12  (Teen Scouts) may apply to be Day Camp Aides.  APPLY TO BE AN AIDE FOR ONE OR BOTH WEEKS!

Day Camp Aides must attend the mandatory training and overnight, June 10-11, 2011. This is for ALL aides. The training is used to get to know each other, practice/teach skills, and to work together as a group. The purpose of the training is to build teamwork, enthusiasm, and to have fun. This teamwork, fun and enthusiasm is passed on to our campers giving them a memorable camp experience. Day Camp Aides will also attend the Thursday overnight during camp with the Junior scouts.

When: June 13-17 or June 20-24
8:45am-3:00pm daily
Overnight on Thursday for Juniors & up

Fees:   $15 for Day Camp Aides (includes Camp training,  t-shirt, cup, activities, and meals)

Deadlines: Aide forms and References must be postmarked by March 18, 2011.

First time applicants must complete GSNEKS & NWMO Council Program Aide Training.

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO GIRLS WHO:

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