Camp Guide 2016 - Girl Scouts of Silver Sage Council

Camp Guide 2016
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Table of Contents
2 Letter From Your Camp Team
3 Camp at a Glance
4 Camp Traditions
5-7 Camp Alice Pittenger
8 Camp Ta-Man-A-Wis
9-10 Go To Camp, Registration & More
11 Trading Post & Care Packs
12 Health Services
13 Horseback Riding Form
14 Camp Registration Form
15 Campership Application Form
16 Counselor in Training Application Form
17 Counselor in Training Code of Conduct
18 Camp Employment Opportunities
19 Camp Calendar
Camp registration opens
January 15, 2016!
Supported by:
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Dear Camper
& Parent/Caregiver,
Summer camp is a special place where magic appears, friendships are
made and girls learn not only about themselves, but about the outside
world in which they live. It’s a place where girls are able to challenge
themselves mentally and physically in a safe and fun environment.
Safety and supervision are top priorities at Camp Alice Pittenger and
Camp Ta-Man-A-Wis. Staff consists of adults who are carefully screened
and selected based on their abilities to work with youth in an outdoor
setting. We highlight respect for self and others, trying new things and
giving girls an opportunity to accept and be accepted. Our staff believes
in the Girl Scout Promise and Law and receives in-depth, pre-camp
training.
Be ready to hear endless camp songs, silly stories and all about how
much your Girl Scout has grown while spending time at camp!
Courtney “Yooper” Russell
Camp Director
crussell@girlscouts-ssc.org
208-377-2011 ext. 104
Courtney holds two degrees from
Northern Michigan University in
Early Childhood Development and
Outdoor Recreation Leadership
and Management. She has years
of experience working for the Girl
Scouts and YMCA day and summer
resident camps. She loves leading
camp songs, teaching girls about
the great outdoors and anything
that requires being on water.
Registration opens January 15th, 2016.
We look forward to seeing you at camp this summer!
Your Camp Team,
Courtney “Yooper” Russell, Camp Director
Carol “Echo” Ashton, Camp Registrar
If you have any questions, please contact our Camp Registrar at
camp@girlscouts-ssc.org email or 208-377-2011 ext. 121.
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Camp at a Glance
Our Camps
Camp Alice Pittenger (CAP) is located near Ponderosa State Park on Payette Lake in McCall, Idaho. CAP features
water activities, including swimming, lake kayaking, and canoeing. Girls also explore arts and the great outdoors.
Camp Ta-Man-A-Wis (TAM) is located in the in the heart of the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, near Palisades
Reservoir on the Snake River. TAM features extensive hiking trails and beautiful scenery for backpacking and
traditional camp activities.
Our camps are beautiful and rustic, and may not meet all American Disability Act Guidelines. The Girl Scouts of Silver
Sage will make reasonable accommodations so that any girl can enjoy a camp experience.
Not a Girl Scout? Not a Problem!
All girls entering 2nd through 12th grades in the Fall of 2016 are invited to attend any of our camps. Girls entering 1st
grade in the Fall of 2016 can attend Girls’ Weekend, Jack & Jill Weekend, or Family Camp. You do not have to be a
member of Girl Scouts prior to camp, however you must register as one before camp.
Our Staff
Girl Scouts of Silver Sage management staff recruit and screen mature, qualified candidates who have a desire to
share their enthusiasm for camping and the outdoors with your camper.
Selection of camp staff is based on the individual’s experience, ability to serve as a role model, and a genuine desire
to work with girls. All camp staff are background-checked and must have current first-aid and CPR certification. Precamp training includes program guidance, camping skill enhancement, relationship skills, and more. Specialized staff
direct water activities, archery, team challenge courses, and other areas.
Both male and female staff may fill positions such as site maintenance manager, bus driver, life guard, cook and
medical support.
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Camp Traditions
“
1. Try new things
2. Always make new friends
3. Be a leader.
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Girls get a chance to try new things, make new friends,
and connect with other Girl Scouts. Girl Scout camp
is a place where girls find their adventurous side, and
build the courage and confidence to take risks in a fun
and safe environment. It’s the place where girls have
the freedom to be themselves!
Camp Name
All Girl Scout camps have traditions and one that they
all seem to have in common is camp names. Camp
staff choose camp names at the beginning of their
Girl Scout Camp careers based on their personality
or a hobby or something that best describes them.
If your camper comes home talking about how silly
“Camo” was or that their favorite counselor was
“Jazzy”, don’t be alarmed. They are just carrying on an
old camp tradition!
Polar Bear Challenge
To celebrate the closing of a fun camp session, when
the sun goes down and the temperature begins to
drop, girls, counselors, and lifeguards line the docks
at CAP and take part in the Polar Bear Challenge!
With an official countdown, everyone who wants to
participate jumps off the dock into Payette Lake and
swims together to the shore.
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“All Camp”Activities
All campers and staff come together to enjoy fun
games and challenges. This is a great opportunity for
each unit to bond with girls from different age groups
and units in camp.
Campfire
Opening campfire is a special introduction to the
camp week. Campers meet counselors, sing camp
songs, and make s’mores. At closing campfire, girls
prepare skits or lead songs in front of the whole camp
and discuss memories of the week.
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Camp
Alice Pittenger
McCall, Idaho
Nestled among the majestic pines, Camp Alice Pittenger (CAP) is located on the beautiful shores of Payette Lake in
McCall, Idaho. At CAP, girls go swimming, funyaking, and canoeing as well as off-site horseback riding during Paddle
& Saddle camp sessions. Girls experience the team challenge course, archery, hiking, crafts, and Girl Scout camp
traditions.
Specialty Camp Sessions
Family Weekend
July 3 - 5, 2016
$350
per cabin
Families with children age 5 and up
Open to all Girl Scout families. This is an smoking,
alcohol, and pet free event. CAP is the perfect place to
spend your 4th of July holiday. Enjoy water activities,
archery, hiking, s’mores or explore the wonders of
McCall on your own. Each family must consist of one
adult and one registered Girl Scout. Meals will be
included. Limit 8 people per cabin.
CAP
Core Camp
June 17 - 19, 2016 or
July 8 - 10, 2016
$110
per person
Grades: Entering 2nd -12th
Bring your troop and enjoy a weekend of fun and adventure! Girls
and their troop leaders enjoy various waterfront activities, arts
and crafts, and much more. There is also free time for the troop
to bond at camp, or prepare a skit to perform at campfire. Please
feel free to bring or make SWAPS to share with other troops!
Troops are invited to bring supplies to work on badges and
Journey’s during free time.
Zombie
Invasion
August 7 - 10, 2016
$225
Cadette
ChallengeJune 26 - July 1, 2016
$435
Grades: Entering 6th-9th
Camp Alice Pittenger has been hit by a zombie invasion! Do you
know how to survive a zombie apocalypse or even what to do in
case you had to survive in the wilderness? Experience the zombie
invasion at camp where you will learn from trained professionals
how to triage victims, filter water, build a shelter and survive
during a disaster.
Grades: Entering 6th-8th
Climbing up the side of a 30-ft. rock climbing wall, flying down a
zip line, challenging yourself on one of six high ropes elements,
camping under the stars, paddling across Payette Lake,
rafting the rushing white water of a river. If these things sound
exhilarating and exciting to you, join us for our Cadette Challenge.
Be sure to sign up quickly as space is limited for this program!
Jack n’ Jill
July 22 - July 24, 2016
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$125
per person
Grades: Entering 1st-12th
This fun weekend camp is a great opportunity for dads, uncles, or
grandpas to bond with the special Girl Scout in their lives. Adults
are responsible for participating with and supervising girls. At Jack
and Jill Weekend, guys and girls can participate in our rain gutter
regatta, race across the lake in a canoe and team up for tons of
fun activities. Each girl and her male relative will share a cabin
with another group based on grade level. Campers can request a
buddy group for their cabin.
CAP CampSpecialty
Sessions
Camp Sessions
Girls’ Weekend
Grades: Entering 1st-12th
At Girls’ Weekend, girls get a taste of what resident camp is all about
by spending the weekend with a significant female relative in their
lives. Parents and guardians are responsible for participating with
and supervising girls. Campers spend the weekend bonding with that
female relative while participating in camp staff led activities. Each girl
and her female relative will share a cabin with another group based on
grade level. Campers can request a buddy group for their cabin. Girls’
Weekend sessions include:
Fairy Wings and Sparkly Things
June 24 - 26, 2016
$125
per person
While enjoying the many activities of camp such as archery, canoeing,
paddle boarding, funyaking and arts and crafts, you will join Phifanella
and her pixie friends for a weekend full of laughter and fun. Make fairy
houses, swim in the lake and enjoy a pixie party! Ever wonder how
fairies have fun out on the water? Try water tubing behind our boat and
experience Payette Lake like never before!
Alice in Wonderland
August 5 -7, 2016
$125
per person
Have you ever been to one of the Mad Hatter’s tea parties? Join us at
camp this weekend where girls of all ages will create their own mad hat
to wear to the Mad Hatter’s tea party. Sing camp songs and try archery.
Enjoy spending time together down at the waterfront where you can
canoe, funyak, paddle board and swim. Don’t forget to take a wild ride
with the Cheshire cat while tubing on Payette Lake!
Counselor in Training
June 19 - July 1, 2016
$395
optional
rafting trip +$50
Counselor in Training (CIT) CampGrades: Entering 9-12
This two-week training session is geared towards girls who are
interested in learning about what it takes to become a Camp Alice
Pittenger counselor. Girls will spend the first week learning and building
skills that will help them become camp counselors. While enjoying
the traditional camp activities, girls will be able to test their teamwork
skills on a high ropes course. The second week will be spent working
with current CAP counselors mentoring younger girls during the camp
session. In addition to all the fun camp activities, a white water rafting
trip will be offered for an additional charge. Girls wishing to attend this
session must apply and will be approved on an individual basis. Space is
limited. See page 16 for CIT forms.
Short
n’ Sweet
July 5 - July 8, 2016
$210
Grades: Entering 2nd-12th
Are you looking for a three-night adventure? If so, this is the session for
you! Girls attending this session take on the team challenge course,
spend time at the archery range, canoe or funyak, take a hike in
Ponderosa State Park, splash around with their friends in Payette Lake,
and so much more!
* All adults attending camp are required to be a current, registered Girl Scout member and pass a background check.
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CAP
Resident Camp Sessions
Outdoor
Adventurer $325
July 10 - 15, 2016
Where the Wild Things Are: Grades: Entering 2nd-5th
Join us at camp for a week full of adventure! Spend this
session getting back to the basics in the great outdoors
while enjoying all activities offered at camp! Work
towards a few Outdoor badges such as the Hiker and
Camper badges while learning about the 10 essential
needs for hiking, outdoor cooking and showing us your
wild side!
$325
Night Owls: Grades: Entering 6th-12th
Do you enjoy staying up late? Be a part of our night
owl group at camp this week where you’ll enjoy camp
activities and stay up late for night hikes, evening swims,
campfires and s’mores and have the chance to sleep in a
bit later.
Paddle
and Saddle
June 19 - 24, 2016 or
June 26 - July 1, 2016
$475
Grades: Entering 2nd-12th
Campers get the best of both worlds during these
week long camp sessions. Girls will get two sessions of
horseback riding as well as the adventure of water camp
on beautiful Payette Lake. Don’t miss out on this great
opportunity to experience riding horses and all of the fun
water activities at camp. Sessions fill quickly! Riding times
and learning sessions are dependent on age and abilities.
Please complete Horseback Riding History & Skill Level
Form on Page 13.
Camp
Katniss
July 24 - 29, 2016
$325
Grades: Entering 2nd-12th
Do you think you have what it takes to be a “Mocking
Jay”? You and your fellow allies will try your hand at fire
building skills, edible plant identification, camouflaging
and archery.
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Unsolved Mysteries
July 17 - 22, 2016
$325
Shipwrecked:
Grades: Entering 2nd-5th
Come aboard for a shipwrecked adventure. Work together
as a team to solve camp riddles and camp mysteries to find
your hidden camp treasure.
CSI: Camp Scene Investigators:
$325
Grades: Entering 6th-12th
Do you like solving mysteries? This week is all about
mysteries at camp. Explore camp and all of the exciting
activities while helping solve a huge camp mystery! Want to
know what the mystery is? Attend this week to find out!
Beach
Bums
July 31 - August 5, 2016
$375
iPaddle: Grades: Entering 2nd-5th
Do you love water sports and great scenery? Does funyaking,
paddle boarding and swimming sound like a blast to you?
Experience all that CAP has to offer down on our waterfront.
Feel the rush of the wind (and water) on your face while you
water tube on Payette Lake and take part in a cardboard
boat race! Take a break from the water and enjoy some arts
and crafts, nature and much more.
River Rats: Grades 6th-12th
$375
Enjoying the water is a part of life at Camp Alice Pittenger. Be
a part of our river rat family as we spend the week learning
proper paddle techniques and skills needed to operate a
kayak or canoe. Cruise around Payette Lake on one of our
paddleboards and experience what it’s truly like to be a river
rat on a white water rafting excursion.
Camp
Ta-Man-A-Wis
Swan Valley, Idaho
Girls can explore the wild flowers, aspens and sub-alpine firs while hiking extensive
Forest Service trails in the Caribou - Targhee National Forest.
Located in Swan Valley in Eastern Idaho, Camp Ta-Man-A-Wis is every girl’s outdoor dream. Going back to
the basics at TAM is where girls will spend their time backpacking, working on their archery skills, making new
friends, and learning how to do leather crafts. Arts and crafts, fire building, outdoor cooking, orienteering
and stargazing make each girl’s time at TAM memorable.
Get Back to Basics!
Archery
Camp Cooking
Fire Building
Backpacking
Tent Camping
Arts and Crafts
Star Gazing
Games
Leather Crafts
Whittling
Orienteering
$90
per person
TAM Core Camp:
Grades: Entering 2nd - 12th
July 13th-July 16th
Resident Camp:
$150
Grades: Entering 2nd - 12th
July 18th-July 23rd or
July 25th-July 30th
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Go To Camp!
Payment Information Deposits
In anticipation of a camper’s attendance, various
expenses are incurred, such as supplies, equipment,
registration, and camp staffing costs. Accordingly, there
is a non-refundable deposit as follows:
• $50 deposit per camper. Group sessions, deposit is per group (Jack & Jill, Core, Family, and Girls’ Weekend)
Payment methods
Cash, check, credit card, cookie dough, and gift
certificate payments can be mailed in or dropped off at
1410 N Etheridge Lane, Boise, ID 83704.
Cookies to Camp
Cookie Dough is earned by girls participating in the Girl
Scout Cookie Program and can be used as payment
toward camp. Adults attending our Girls’ Weekend
or Jack & Jill Weekend camp sessions can use their
daughter’s Cookie Dough. For Core Camps, Cookie
Dough can only be used by girls. Cookie Dough may be
transferred among sisters, but cannot be transferred to
other girls.
Camperships (Financial Assistance)
We want every girl to be able to go to camp. Camperships
are available to registered Girl Scouts of Silver Sage
and are granted based on need and available funds.
Once a $50 deposit is made, a camper can apply for
a campership. Selections will be made by committee
review. A campership application is available on page 16
and on our website at www.girlscouts-ssc.org.
Refunds
Refunds will be considered on a case by case basis. A
request for the refund must be submitted in writing
to the Camp Registrar. No refunds are given if a girl
returns home during camp because of homesickness,
inappropriate behavior, and/or other circumstances.
Register for Camp
>>Registration opens January 15, 2016.
All registrations received or post marked on or before
January 15 will have an equal chance of being placed in a
session.
>>Registrations are first come, first served after
January 15 until filled.
1. Fill out the Registration Form
Register with print copy
Complete the Camp Registration form (page 15) for each
camper-girl and adult and submit to our Boise office,
emailed to camp@girlscouts-ssc.org, or faxed to 208377-0504.
To download additional forms: Visit http://
girlscouts-ssc.org/camp/summer-camp
2. Pay A Deposit
A $50 non-refundable deposit is required. Deposits
must be received with registration. The deposit is applied
to the session cost.
3. Follow Up
After submitting your registration, campers/parents
will receive an email confirming registration status. The
Camp Registrar will provide further instructions and
information as needed.
4. Complete Appropriate Forms
Parent packets will be emailed with a link to forms. All
forms must be completed and brought to camp check in.
5. Submit Final Payment
Final payment is due 2 weeks prior to the camp session
start date.
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Camp Information
Arrival and Departure Times
Arrival: Campers arrive between 4–5 pm for all sessions.
Departure: Campers depart between 11am-12 pm for all
sessions.
Camp Buddies
Girls will make new friends while at camp. However, they
may also request one friend in the same grade level to
attend as a camp buddy. To ensure placement together,
both girls must submit camp registration forms with her
buddy’s name. Only one buddy request per camper.
Camp Visitors
Parents may receive a camp tour when they drop off their
camper(s). Because camp is a growing experience for
girls, visiting campers during a session is not permitted
and campers cannot be contacted by telephone. Please
do not promise your camper she will be able to call home.
You are encouraged to write letters.
Family Emergency
In case of a family emergency, all parents are supplied
with the camp cell phone number.
“
Girl Scout Camp is the
best experience a girl
can have!
”
Electronic Equipment
So all girl campers can enjoy the full camp experience,
cell phones and other electronic devices (iPods, MP3
players, CD players, handheld games, etc.) are not
allowed at camp. Digital cameras are the exception to
this rule and are allowed at camp. If a camper is caught
using an electronic device, it will be removed, labeled with
her name, and returned at the end of the camp session.
Adults may use cell phones, however cabins do not have
electrical outlets for charging.
Weather
Girl Scouts of Silver Sage reserves the right to alter
activities due to weather conditions. Alternative options
will be offered to replace an activity cancelled due to
weather. Our primary concern is for the girls’ safety, and
every effort will be made to reschedule activities. No
refunds or adjustments in fees will be made.
Expected Camper Behavior
Campers exhibiting inappropriate behavior, including
but not limited to biting, hitting, refusing to participate
in a program, not following staff directions, bullying, or
creating a hostile and unsafe environment will need to be
picked up by a parent or guardian immediately with no
refund.
All campers are expected to abide by the Girl Scout
Promise and Law at camp. Note: The Camp Director
reserves the right to request any child who is unable
to adapt to camp living be picked up by a parent or
guardian.
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Trading Post
& Care Packs
Whether you choose to surprise your camper with a Camp Care Pack or let her pick her own camp
souvenir at The Trading Post, giving her this experience is the perfect gift for her time away from home!
Camp Trading Post
The Trading Post adds to the fun experience of camp.
Campers will be able to buy all sorts of “thingamabobs”
to bring home – true remembrances of a fun summer
adventure! Campers will have an opportunity to visit the
Trading Post at check-in and check-out, and will be able to do
some catalog shopping during the week. You will be able to
deposit money into your camper’s trading post account in
advance .
Items at the Trading Post include: Hoodies, Journals, Jewelry,
Stuffed Friends, Fun Patches, Cups & Water Bottles, Lip Balm,
Flashlights, Blankets, Towels, Hats & Visors, Games, and so
much more!
For additional information, contact
store@girlscouts-ssc.org.
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amp Care Packs
The Trading Post also offers a pre-ordered Camp Care Pack. In a super-cute day pack, your camper will find a stuffed
cuddly friend, and some other really wonderful items she will be using at camp daily. The Camp Care Pack will be awaiting your camper upon arrival. You can find an order form on our website at www.girlscouts-ssc.org/summer-camp
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Health Services
Physical Examinations
Physical Requirements
Health History Forms are found on the camp web page
and used to document each camper’s health status.
Girls and adults attending more than three days of camp
will be required to have a health exam (within the last 24
months from the session’s opening date). No camper will
be admitted to camp without a current Health History
Form, which must be turned in at check in. Girls and
adults attending less than three days of camp need to
complete the first page.
Camp is a special place where all girls are able to have
fun, while gaining courage and confidence in a safe
atmosphere mentally and physically. Programs at CAP
and TAM require that participants are able to walk up and
down hill, on uneven trails, and hike up to a mile. To help
us provide the best possible camp experience for your
daughter, in regards to any special needs, disabilities,
mobility limitations, dietary restrictions, or severe food
allergies, please contact the Camp Director, Courtney, at
crussell@girlscouts-ssc.org. You can discuss with her the
nature of your camper’s needs to determine if the camp
can provide the proper support, supervision and make
the necessary accommodations for your camper to have
a safe, fun and fulfilling camp experience.
Medical Professionals
Camps have a medical professional on site. Parents will
be notified if there’s an emergency. Area medical centers
are on-call if illness or injury requires additional attention.
Health Screening
Girls will go through a brief health screening upon
arrival at camp. Girls and adults found to have a high
temperature or contagious disease will be sent home.
All girls are checked for head lice during check-in at
camp and if found, the camper will need to be picked up
by a parent or guardian for treatment and cleared by a
doctor before being allowed back at camp. The health
supervisor has the right to refuse admittance to any girl/
adult who does not meet acceptable health standards.
Note: This health screening does not eliminate the need
for a health exam for girls and adults attending more than
three days of camp.
Medication
The health supervisor will administer prescribed and
over-the-counter medications. Note: MEDICATIONS
MUST BE IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND WILL ONLY
BE ADMINISTERED TO THE SPECIFIC PERSON TO
WHOM IT WAS PRESCRIBED.
Health and Hygiene
Special Dietary Needs
Girls are provided three nutritious meals and snacks daily.
Basic special diets can be accommodated, including,
lactose intolerance, vegetarian, and simple allergies
(camper must understand her allergy and know what
foods not to eat). Campers with moderate-to-severe
allergies need to be able to fully manage their allergies
at camp. We cannot guarantee a child will not come in
contact with any type of food or allergen during her stay.
Campers with gluten free diets will be charged an
additional $20 for gluten free food at time of registration.
Please be sure to note special dietary needs on the
registration form.
Homesickness
Homesickness is a natural reaction for girls being away
from home, especially for the first time. Camp staff is
trained to deal with homesickness and will work with the
camper on an individual basis. If the problem persists,
the Camp Director will be notified and parents will be
contacted. To help prepare first-time campers for being
away from home, we encourage parents to research
homesickness tips on the Internet.
Girls need to be able to take care of their basic health
and hygiene such as applying sunscreen, brushing their
hair and teeth, showering, and changing their clothes
each day. Counselors will help cue girls with basic needs,
however girls are ultimately responsible for self-care.
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2016
Horseback Riding History & Skill Level
(Complete one form per girl)
Girl Scouts of Silver Sage
1410 Etheridge Lane
Boise, ID 83704
208-377-2011
Fax: 208-377-0504
Every girl who enrolls in a Paddle & Saddle session must complete this horseback riding questionnaire. The
completed questionnaire must be returned with the camp registration form. Responses help ensure your camper
is placed in the appropriate group for her riding level.
If you have questions regarding the form, please contact Courtney Russell, Outdoor Program/Camp Manager, at
208-377-2011 ext. 104 or crussell@girlscouts-ssc.org.
Girl name
Session name
Has your camper ever ridden a horse?
Yes
No
Does your camper take riding lessons?
Yes
No
If yes how many years?
Less than 2 years
4-6 years
2-4 years
6+ years
Please indicate if your camper is capable of the following activities with a horse:*
Walking
Yes
No
Trotting
Yes
No Does she know her diagonals? Yes
No
Cantering
Yes
No Does she know what a lead is? Yes
No
Jumping
Yes
No Height:
feet
inches
Trail Riding
Yes
No
*Note: These activities are for assessment only and do not necessarily indicate activities of the horse program at camp.
Please indicate your camper’s riding level:
BEGINNER
Level 1: Rider has taken only a few or no riding lessons.
Level 2: Rider is able to independently lead, walk, and halt a horse.
INTERMEDIATE
Level 3: Rider is able to independently walk and trot a horse and is familiar with diagonals.
Level 4: Rider is able to walk, trot, and canter independently; knows diagonals and is familiar with leads.
ADVANCED
Level 5: Rider is able to walk, trot, canter and knows leads; rider can do simple lead changes; rider is able to
perform simple equitation or reining patterns.
Level 6: Rider is comfortable at all gaits on the flat; rider is able to complete simple equitation or reining
patterns; and rider is comfortable riding outside of the ring on rough terrain.
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2016
CAMP REGISTRATION FORM
Fill out one registration form per camper–girl or adult
Girl Scouts of Silver Sage
1410 Etheridge Ln
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-2011 or (800) 846-0079
FAX: 208-377-0504
Website: www.girlscouts-ssc.org
Email: camp@girlscouts-ssc.org
Complete and return form along with the non-refundable deposit to Girl Scouts of Silver Sage. Separate registrations and deposits are
required for each session requesting. No phone registrations will be accepted. Registration begins January 15, 2016.
Choice
Session Name
Dates
T-shirt size
Choose from: YS, YM, YL,
AS, AM, AL, AXL, A2X, A3X
Let us know by 5/1 to
guarantee size.
1st Choice
2nd Choice
T-shirt size: _______
_________________________________________________________
Camper’s Name:
__________
_____________________________________________
Address
____________________________________
1st Parent/Guardian Name
____________________________________
2nd Parent/Guardian Name
Zip Code
__________________
alt phone:  Cell  Work
City
Home Phone
2nd Parent/Guardian Name address if different than girl
State
_____________
Birth Date
State
__________________
 mother/guardian only
State
 father/guardian only
YesNo
Can camper be released to this parent/guardian?
___________________________________________
E-Mail
____________________ ___ _________
City
School Name
E-Mail
Zip Code
alt phone:  Cell  Work
Home Phone
___________________________________________
____________________ ___ _________
__________________
_____________________________________________
Custodial Care:  both parents
City
Home Phone
1st Parent/Guardian Name address if different than girl
__________
____________________ ___ _________ _______________ ______________________
__________________
_____________________________________________
Optional: camper’s ethnic background is:
 Hispanic or Latina
 Not Hispanic or Latina
Grade in fall 2016
Troop #
GirlAdult
Optional: camper’s racial background is:
 American Indian or Alaskan Native
 Asian
 Black or African American
 White
 Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander
 Other (specify) __________________
Zip Code
YesNo
Can camper be released to this parent/guardian?
 other: _______________________________
_______________________________ ____________________ __________________
Emergency Contact (other than parent)
Home Phone
alt phone:  Cell  Work
________________________________________
Name of one buddy, requesting each other, registering together
YesNo
Media Permission: I give permission for my camper to be photographed for publicity purposes.
RELEASE INFORMATION: Please provide names and phone numbers of all adults other than parents/guardians your camper may be released to.
Alternate Adult _________________________________________________
Phone ______________________________
Alternate Adult _________________________________________________
Phone ______________________________
Special Needs: Please list any dietary or physical special needs (attach sheet if needed): If Gluten Free diet needed, add $20 to registration fee.
Payment
Information:
Non-refundable $50 per person or group deposit:
Girl Scout Membership Fee: If not registered, add membership registration fee and sign below.
Amount:
Add $20 if camper needs a gluten free diet:
I’d like to make a tax-deductible gift to send other girls to camp:
Total amount enclosed:
 Check (payable to Girl Scouts of Silver Sage)  Cash  Cookie Dough  Credit Card
Credit Card information Visa®
$__________
Amount
MasterCard®
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
Credit Card Account Number (usually 16 digits)
__________________________ ____________________________
Name as it appears on the card
Signature
Discover®
___________ __________________
Exp date
3# security code on back
___________
Date
As legal guardian of the camper named, I give permission for her to attend camp and participate in all activities unless specified, for her to be transported
out of camp during the camp session for programs and other purposes, and for emergency treatment to be given to her in case of injury or illness. I
agree to cooperate with all regulations and procedures. I understand that the deposit is not refundable. I understand campers must have a current
physical for sessions longer than 3 days. I agree to pay balance due no later than 2 weeks before beginning date of camp session. I understand that if a
camper is not currently registered as a Girl Scout, I will be asked to pay an additional $25 registration fee per girl/$15 per adult. This will be applied to an
annual membership in Girl Scouts, ending 9/30/15.
Parent/Guardian Signature:_____________________________________________________ Date: _______________________
Form will not be processed without signature
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Girl Scouts of Silver Sage
1410 Etheridge Ln
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-2011 or (800) 846-0079
FAX: 208-377-0504
Website: www.girlscouts-ssc.org
Email: camp@girlscouts-ssc.org
2016
CAMPERSHIP APPLICATION FORM
(Financial Assistance)
The benefits of a camp experience far outweigh the costs. Camperships are limited, but Girl Scouts of Silver Sage will make every effort
to provide enough financial assistance so that no girl misses out on the opportunity to experience camp. If you feel attending camp
would be a financial hardship, please apply for financial assistance. Each request is considered on an individual basis and decisions are
based on the girl’s need and availability of funds. Any Cookie Dough earned should be applied before requesting a Campership.
Please read the following guidelines before completing the Campership application:
 The Campership Application Form is to be used when requesting financial assistance for camp.
 All information is kept confidential.
 Financial assistance is based on need, so the need must be clearly explained at bottom of this page*.
 Verification of income must accompany your request over $250.
 Only one Campership per girl, per year is allowed.
How to apply for Campership:
 Fill out this form completely. Missing information will delay processing.
 Mail the completed form, along with the camp registration form and $50 deposit to the address above.
____________________________________
Girl’s Name
_____________________________________
Address
_____
Troop #
City
 Yes
Did applicant participate in the cookie program this year?  Yes
_____________________ ______________________
Custodial Care of:  both parents
Leader’s Name
_______
______
Grade in fall 2016
Birth Date
____________________ ______ _________ _______________
Has applicant received Campership before?  No
Guardian 1 Name
____________________
Employer(s)
 mother/guardian only
State
Zip
Phone: Home
If yes, when? _______
 No
If no, why not? __________________________
_____________________ ______________________
Guardian 2 Name
 father/guardian only
Employer(s)
 other: _____________________________
Number of children living in home: ___ Ages _____________Number of adults dependent on family income: ______
Check all sources of income that apply (include in total income)
SALARIES INVESTMENTS SOCIAL SECURITY UNEMPLOYMENT DISABLILITY CHILD SUPPORT OTHER (Explain)
Total Annual Income (please circle)
$12,001 - $15,000
$15,001 - $18,000
$18,001 - $21,000
$21,001 - $25,000
$25,001 - $30,000
$30,001 - $40,000
$40,001 - $50,000
$50,001 - $60,000++
*Please explain need for financial assistance. Additional pages may be attached. For requests over $250, please provide a copy of
your most recent 1040 Tax Report; Include both front & back pages, including W2’s, 1099’s, and other income verification.
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
To be completed by parent or guardian:
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Parent/Guardian please complete:
Camp Session Fee
Deposit
Amount of campership being requested
$
$ 50.00
$
2016
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING
CAMP APPLICATION
Girl Scouts of Silver Sage
1410 Etheridge Ln
Boise, ID 83704
(208) 377-2011 or (800) 846-0079
FAX: 208-377-0504
W ebsite: www.girlscouts-ssc.org
Email: camp@girlscouts-ssc.org
Name
Address
Name of High School and Grade Level
Please answer the following questions:
1) Why do you want to be accepted into the Counselor’s in Training program?
2) Why do you believe you are a positive female role model for younger girls?
3) What do you hope to learn by actively participating in the Counselor in Training (C.I.T) camp
program?
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2016
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING
CODE OF CONDUCT
1410 Etheridge Lane
Boise, ID 83704
208-377-2011 or 800-846-0079
Fax: 208-377-0504
www.girlscouts-ssc.org
camp@girlscouts-ssc.org
All Girl Scout programs operate under the mission of Girl Scouts of the United States of America and the Girl Scout
Promise and Law. We expect all girls to adhere to the camper code of conduct as listed below:
The Girl Scout Law
I will do my best to be
honest and fair,
friendly and helpful,
considerate and caring,
courageous and strong, and
and responsible for what I say and do,
and to
respect myself and others,
respect authority,
use resources wisely,
make the world a better place, and
be a sister to every Girl Scout.
Girl Scout Mission:
Girl Scouting builds girls of
courage, confidence and
character, who make the
world a better place.
The Girl Scout Promise
On my honor, I will try:
To serve God and my country,
To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
I will not bring to camp
Cell phones
MP3 players
Other electronic items
Food or Candy/Gum
In the event of repeated or extreme misconduct, at the
discretion of the Camp Director, parents will be notified to
pick up their camper, at their expense, immediately: no
refunds given. The following is a list of unacceptable
behaviors that could result in a camper being sent home. This
list is not complete, but is intended as a guide; Fighting, Bullying.
Sexual Activities, Vandalism, Smoking, Use of Alcohol, Swearing, Use
of Drugs, etc.
6 Basic Behaviors:
1. I will try to be sensitive to and
respect others.
2. I will be responsible for my personal
belongings.
3. I will respect myself, others, their
personal property and camp
property
4. I will follow all safety rules.
5. I will do my share of the daily kapers
(chores).
6. I understand that the use of or
possession of tobacco, alcohol, or
illegal drugs will not be tolerated.
As the parent of a camper, I have reviewed this code of conduct with my camper and she understands what is expected of her at
camp. I agree to the code of conduct and the values of Girl Scouts of Silver Sage. If my camper’s behaviors are such that she is
asked to leave camp, I agree to pick her up or make arrangements for her to leave camp. I also understand that if I am a camp
participant (troop/family camps) I will be held to this same Code of Conduct.
Parent/guardian’s Signature
Date
As the camper I agree to follow all rules and behavior guidelines at all times.
Camper’s Signature
Date
Please submit Leadership Camp Code of Conduct and the Leadership Camp Application forms with camp registration.
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Summer Camp
Employment Opportunities
Make an impact this summer!
If you like working with children,
having fun in the sun, and helping
create lifetime memories we have
the perfect opportunity for you!
We are hiring for the
following staff positions
at our gorgeous summer
camps:
• TAM Camp Director
• Program Director
• Counselor
• Nurse
• Cooks
• CAP Lifeguards
• CAP Boat Driver
Building Girls of
Courage, Confidence, and Character
Who Make the World a Better Place!
For complete job descriptions and an application, visit:
www.girlscouts-ssc.org
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Camp Calendar
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
June 17
Saturday
June 18
Week 1
Core Camp
June 19
Week 2
June 21
June 22
June 23
June 24
June 25
June 29
June 30
July 1
July 2
July 6
July 7
July 8
July 9
Paddle and Saddle
Counselor in Training
June 26
Week 3
June 20
June 27
June 28
Girls’ Weekend
Paddle and Saddle
Counselor in Training
Cadette Challenge
July 3
July 4
July 5
Week 4
Short N ’ Sweet
Family Camp
July 10
July 11
July 12
Week 5
July 13
Core Camp
July 14
July 15
July 16
TAM Core Camp
Outdoor Adventures: Night Owls & Wild Things
July 17
July 18
Week 6
July 19
July 20
TAM Resident Camp
July 21
July 22
July 23
Jack and Jill
Unsolved Mysteries: Shipwrecked & CSI
July 24
July 25
July 26
July 27
July 28
July 29
July 30
August 4
August 5
August 6
TAM Resident Camp
Week 7
Camp Katniss
July 31
August 1
August 2
August 3
Week 8
Girls’ Weekend
August 7
Beach Bums: iPaddle & River Rats
August 8
August 9
August 10
August 11
Week 9
Zombie Invasion
Stay connected with us!
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August 12
August 13
Top Reasons Why Girls Should Get Outdoors
Findings from the 2014 More than S’mores Report*
1
Girls really enjoy outdoor activities in Girl Scouts.
2
3
4
Monthly outdoor exposure contributes to
girls’ challenge seeking and problem solving.
Girl Scouts who get outdoors are twice as likely to
connect with and care for the environment than
non-Girl Scouts.
Girls of color and girls in lower socioeconomic backgrounds
report even stronger benefits from outdoor experiences.
“It was my first time on the water, in a lake. I was scared at
first but when I started to paddle I got the hang of it.
I really loved it.”
10-year-old Girl Scout
Because of Girl Scouts…
71%
48%
of girls tried an outdoor
activity for the first time.
of girls helped other girls
do an outdoor activity.
71%
29%
of girls improved an
outdoor skill.
of girls overcame a fear
of an outdoor activity.
Start the fun now!
girlscouts-ssc.org/summer-camp
*More Than S’mores, a 2014 study by the Girl Scout Research Institute,
talked to nearly 3,000 Girl Scouts in fourth-through-eighth-grade.
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Girl Scouts of Silver Sage Council, Inc.
1410 Etheridge Lane
Boise, ID 83704
p: 208-377-2011, 800-846-0079
www.girlscouts-ssc.org
Regional Offices
Twin Falls
p: 208-733-9623
Pocatello
p: 208-234-9076
Idaho Falls
p: 208-524-4649
live.
breathe.
camp.