Camp

Did you know that you don't have to be in a troop to attend Girl Scout camp? There are day and resident camp opportunities in all Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM) regions for girls who love the outdoors as well as Urban Adventure camps for girls who prefer a city setting or indoor environment. Girl Scout camp is a popular destination for girls of all ages and many choose to attend multiple camp programs each summer.

Summer Camp 2010

There's still time to register for our amazing summer camp programs! We offer a wide variety of camps, for girls entering grades K-12, include both resident (overnight) and day camp experiences that meet a wide variety of girls' interests including visual and performing arts, outdoor adventure, horses, water fun and travel. Below are just a few of the program highlights for programs that still have openings. For more information including additional programs, detailed descriptions, pricing, availability and online registration for most programs - visit our website. If you have additional questions please call (800) 49-SCOUT

Transportation:

We want to make sure that every girl has the opportunity to attend the camp program of her choice, regardless of which camp she is attending. We offer transportation between each of our camps for resident camp and urban adventures and transportation to many of our day camps is also available. Be sure to see each program description for availability.

Resident Camp Highlights:

Wk of August 1

Dip Dip & Swing - Camp Deer Trails
Center Stage - Camp Linden
GO Gourmet - Camp Linden
Princess Party - Camp Merrie Woode
Mermaids - Camp Merrie Woode

Wk of August 8

Eco Explorers - Camp Linden
Climb On - Camp Linden
A Taste of Horse Camp - Camp Merrie Woode

Wk of August 15

Camp Spa - Camp Linden
Starfish - Camp Linden
Sisters & Best Friends - Camp Linden

Day Camp

Traditional day camp programs are offered for girls entering grades kindergarten through eight, for both Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts and leadership opportunities for girls entering grades 7-12. Day camps are held on GSHOM camping sites, in your local regional centers or local community sites and are facilitated by both staff and volunteers. GSHOM day camps are often more affordable than day care.

Troop Camping

Girl Scout troop camping is available year-round to registered troops. Troops may rent a lodge, platform tent(s), cabin(s) or primitive sites (pitch your own tent) at any one of ten properties located in various regions.

Troop Core/Adventure Camps

These camps are an introductioin to group camping for the inexperienced Girl Scout leader or a refreshing break for the experienced one. Trained outdoor program staff provide leadership for arts, nature, camping and other activities. Troop Core/Adventure camps are held throughout the year in various regions.

Resident Camp

GSHOM offers resident camping programs for girls entering grades one through 12, for both Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts at various sites in Michigan. Girls will develop their social, emotional and physical abilities while staying at camp for two, five or ten nights during the months of June, July and August. All GSHOM camps are accredited by the American Camp Association.

Camporees/Encampments

Camporees/Encampments provide an overnight or weekend opportunity at camp, with other girls throughout the GSHOM region or Girl Scout area. It is the perfect time for Girl Scouts to get to know each other, sharing songs, games and skills throughout the year.

Camp Oak Hills Update

This year, there are no council-sponsored summer programs at Camp Oak Hills. All resident camps originally scheduled for Camp Oak Hills have been moved to other programs if possible.

Camp FAQ's

What are the counselors like?

All of the counselors specialize in fun and excitement! Many of the counselors even went to camp when they were kids.

What are the bathrooms like?

All of our camps have flushing toilets and hot showers.

Are there a lot of bugs at camp?

Even though bugs are good for the environment, sometimes there are too many. We have bat boxes throughout camp. These boxes attract bats that love to eat the bugs, 500-1,000 every hour!

What if girls miss their families?

It is perfectly normal for girls to miss their families, but most of the time, they are too busy to miss them! Girls are always with their friends and camp counselors- swimming, going on adventures and laughing all day long.

Where do girls sleep at camp?

Girls rest easy on a comfortable mattress in a platform tent or cabin. A platform tent is a tent on top of a wooden floor.

Is there anything for teenagers to do at camp?

Yes! There are many exciting activities such as horseback riding, the high ropes course, creating art, playing games, taking travel adventures, Counselor-in-Training programs and much more!

What if girls don't know anybody at camp?

Just remember that no one is ever alone at camp! Girls meet a lot of new friends and fun camp counselors. Girls can always bring a buddy along too!

What is there to do at camp?

There are too many things to list! Girls can create art, go horseback riding, swim, go on an adventure, learn to cook over a fire, go boating, take a midnight hike and much more!