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Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis

Discover the fun,friendship, and powerof girls together!

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2003Summer Camp

Registration start date is Monday, January 27. For more information refer to page 16.

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Girl Scout SummerCamp is about

• making new friends and growing in independence.

• learning to appreciate the environment and the surround-ing natural beauty.

• accepting responsibility and car-ing about others.

• living and working side by side ina small community.

• respecting others and developing trust.

• feeling secure in a non-competitive atmosphere.

• trying new things and succeeding.

Summer Camp is about self-esteem, about confidence,

about growing up. It’s about life.

ContentsFrequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Camp Elk River . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Leadership Ops for Older Girl Scouts . . . . . . . . . . .9

Camp At A Glance Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Camp Greenwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Registration Information & Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Grants for Girls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Girl Scout Camp is for Every Girl!Camp Greenwood and Camp Elk River are fantastic places for campers of

all ages to explore their natural world. Girls influence their camp staythrough girl planning of cookout menus, activities and all-camp events.Camp Greenwood and Camp Elk River are safe places for girls to grow andtry new things. Our programs are based on a progression of experienceand skill levels. For new campers, there are sessions of varying lengths thatencourage girls to step beyond their boundaries. If your camper has beento camp before, she may want to try a specialized program that reallyspeaks to her interests. Girl Scout Camp offers great opportunities for girls.

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Quality, Safety, Standards.Safety is our priority. We evaluate and monitor all facilities, administra-

tive practices, transportation, personnel, health care, programs and activi-ties to ensure our campers' safety. The Girl Scout Council of GreaterMinneapolis follows Girl Scout Safety-Wise standards at all times. CampDirectors at both camps are active members of the American CampingAssociation (ACA), and have received training at national and local levels.

Who are the camp staff?Camp staff are enthusiastic, talented and caring adults who come from

all over the United States and around the world to spend a summer withGirl Scout campers. They are excited about having lots of fun at camp!

Camp staff are selected based on their experience, ability to serve as rolemodels and genuine desire to work with children. Interviews, reference checksand criminal background screening are a part of the selection process.

Staff training includes first aid, safety and emergency procedures, out-door skills, team building, how to deal with homesickness, understandingage level characteristics, and more. Staff who supervise high adventure,horseback riding, water activities and lead trips are required to have addi-tional training and qualifications.Girl Scout Camp Preview

Get a sneak peek at summer programs,see slides and meet Camp Directors.

Tuesday, Jan. 14

7:00-8:00 p.m.

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Minneapo l is Serv ice Center

Tuesday, Jan. 21

7:00-8:00 p.m.

Brooklyn Center Service Center

For directions, call 763-535-4602.


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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat are the benefits of Girl Scout Camp?

The Girl Scout camping experience allows girlsto live together in simple outdoor settings, tolearn how to make their own decisions, andlearn new skills.

Campers make new friends, enjoy the out-doors, gain confidence, and best of all have fun!

Who can attend Girl Scout resident camp?Resident camp sessions are open to girls

entering grades 2-12. Girls of all abilities andbackgrounds are welcomed. A $7 fee will becharged to non-members and applied towardtheir Girl Scouts of the USA membership.

What activities are offered?All campers swim, cook out, hike, sing, play

games, and meet other Girl Scouts. Girls areactively involved in camp life. They make their own beds, help keeptheir units clean and participate in camp “kapers” (chores). Arts andcrafts, campfires and all-camp events add to the excitement. Sleeping underthe stars or overnighting at a primitive site may be an option. Girl planning is animportant part of our camp program.

How do we choose a program?Read the program descriptions together and help your camper chose the one

that best meets her interests, grade level, and your family's needs. Use schoolgrade for fall 2003 to determine the grade level requirement listed for each ses-sion. Use the calendars on pages 10-11 as a helpful tool!

May we request to stay in the same cabin with a friend?Yes! Girl Scout camp is about being with friends and making new friends. Girls

may request to stay in the same cabin with one friend who is attending the sameprogram. To ensure placements, complete separate registrations for each girl andmail the registration forms in the same envelope. Girls must put each other'sname on the registration form and register for the same program session. To helpgirls make new friends, we ask that you limit your request to one friend. Entiretroops/groups will not be placed together in a cabin.

Please note: Horse riding groups at Camp Elk River are determined according toriding ability. Friends who register together cannot be guaranteed placement inthe same riding group.

Are medical exams required?In keeping with Girl Scout Safety-Wise and the American Camping Association

national standards, all resident camp sessions of three nights or moreREQUIRE participants to have a physical exam withintwo years of the camp date. Campers who do notmeet this health requirement, will not be admittedto camp. There are no exceptions. Programs of twonights or less require only the health history form. Ahealth form will be sent with the information packetin April.

Can the camps accommodate special needs of campers?

Yes, girls with disabilities or health concerns, who can participate in camp activities with some assis-tance, are welcome and encouraged to register. Tobetter serve the camper, prior notice of her needs isrequired. Please call the Outdoor ProgramDepartment at 763-535-4602 if you have any ques-tions. All information will be kept confidential.

7:00 Wake-up – All campers

8:00 Flag Ceremony & Breakfast

9:00 Kapers

9:30 Activity Time

12:00 Lunch

1:00 Me Time (Rest Hour)

2:00 Activity Time

5:00 Flag Ceremony & Dinner

6:30 Unit Time or All Camp Time

8:30 Campfire & Snack

A typical day at camp

Schedule mayvary dependingon camp session.

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Camp Greenwood

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Camp Elk River

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For Horse Campers:Parents/guardians and campers need

to choose the horse program that isappropriate for the camper's ridingexperience. See program descriptionsfor details. Once at camp, trained rid-ing instructors evaluate every horsecamper, and place her in the appropri-ate riding group at the beginning ofthe session. The evaluation is based onriding skills and experience, horseman-ship knowledge, and comfort levelaround horses.

Campers attend equestrian classes,and barn and riding instruction clin-ics. Each program has a specific timeeach day for equestrian instruction,however, not all of this time is spenton horseback riding. The schedule isalways subject to weather or unex-pected developments.

Campers are placed at a ridinglevel that refreshes and increases theirskills. If friends are evaluated at dif-ferent horsemanship levels, they maybe in different riding groups.Elementary, Beginner, Intermediate,and Advanced sessions are offeredthroughout the summer. In accor-dance with Girl Scout Safety-Wiseguidelines, proper riding boots arerequired for all horse program ses-sions. Shopping at thrift stores andgarage sales can help cut the cost.

Camp Elk River 2003 Session InformationCamp Elk River offers opportunities to focus on particular areas of interest, as well as

more general sessions for first-time and returning campers. Theme-based sessionsinclude our horse program, sessions in drama and theatre, general camping and out-door skills, as well as trips and adventures for older girls.

Camp Elk River— Acres of Fun!

Located just 34 miles northwest ofMinneapolis between Elk River and Zimmerman,Camp Elk River is spectacular! From woods to wetlands, prairie to rollinghills, this is a beautiful setting for every girl’s summer adventure.

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• The Pines. A modern dormitory;each wing sleeps 24 girls and 6 staff.

• Tree House Cabins. Traditionalscreened cabins with electric lightsand fans; each cabin sleeps 6 or 10girls. Counselors sleep in a separate cabin within the circle of Tree House Cabins.

• The Red Barn and EquestrienneCenter. The place for all horse program activities.

• The Gray Koch Building.Spacious dining hall; indoor activity rooms; exquisite views ofhills and trails; the Dorm Wing, whichsleeps 20 campers and 3 staff.

• Lake Barbara. A sand-bottompool with mechanical filtration sys-tem for swimmers at all skill levels.

• Trails for hiking; sites for camp-fires; high and low ropes courses.

• Areas for nature activities; artsand crafts.

• An outdoor amphitheater forcampfires and group activities.


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Jr. Horse Lover This 4-day session is for the camper with no experience

around horses, and is taught at an elementary level only.Every camper in our horse program sleeps in the Tree HouseCabins located on the horse side of camp. Elementary levelhorse instruction includes learning basic safety, how to becomfortable around a horse, horse psychology, and basicground school. Campers have two opportunities to ride(weather permitting), and participate in some general camp activities such as swimming, playing games, campfire,and songs.Grades: 4-5 June 17-20, June 29-July 2, July 15-18 Fee: $261Grades: 6-7 June 17-20, June 29-July 2

Horses IThis is an exciting 6-day beginner program that challenges the camper who has had little

horse experience, but wants to take it one step further. It is designed to build confidenceand horsemanship knowledge, while increasing riding skills. Campers participate in a dailyriding time, attend equestrian lessons, ground school, and learn the basic care and feeding ofa horse. Grades: 4-5 July 27-August 1, August 10-15 Fee: $389Grades: 5-6 July 6-11, July 27-August 1, August 3-8, August 10-15 Grades: 6-7 June 22-27, July 13-18, July 20-25Grades: 8-10 June 22-27, August 3-8

Horses II This 6-day program is for the camper who has had at least one year of riding lessons/horse

camp experience (similar to our Horses I program), and is looking to enhance and challengeher horsemanship abilities. Campers begin to fine tune their basic skills of mounting, dis-mounting, walking, slow trotting, and stopping. Girls participate in daily arena riding andsome trail work. Girls also attend daily equestrian lessons, ground school, and learn about thebasic care and feeding of a horse. Grades: 5-6 July 13-18, July 27-August 1, August 3-8, August 10-15 Fee: $389Grades: 6-8 July 6-11, July 20-25, August 3-8, August 10-15

Trail Blazers Our Trail Blazers 6-day program is for the experienced rider who has had at least two or

more years of riding lessons/horse camp experience. Campers are expected to be comfort-able around horses, have the skills to mount, dismount, walk their horse, ride at a slow trot,stop their horse, and saddle their own horse. Time is spent in our riding arena and on trailslearning more advanced riding skills and safety, as well as horse care, feeding, and tackingtechniques. Please note: Trail rides at local stables do not qualify as lessons. Grades: 7-9 June 22-27, July 20-25 Fee: $389

Advanced Horses This is a 6-day camp program designed especially for the older camper who has had at

least three or more years of riding lessons/horse camp experience. Campers are expected tobe comfortable around horses, have the skill to saddle their horse, mount, dismount, walktheir horse, ride at a slow trot, ride and control their horse at a trot and a cantor, and stoptheir horse. This exciting program expands their knowledge of equestrian science. Additionaltime is spent on daily arena and trail rides, equestrian lessons, advanced ground school, aswell as giving direct care and helping feed the horses. Please note: Trail rides at local stables do not qualify as lessons. Grades: 9-12 July 20-25 Fee: $389

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Wranglers A special 9-day extended camp program for the mature rider who has at least

three or more years of riding lessons/horse camp experience. Campers are expected to be comfortable around horses, have the skill to saddle their horse, mount, dismount, walk their horse, ride at a slow trot, ride and control their horse at a trot and a cantor, andstop their horse. Highlights of this program include a camp-out with their horse on WhisperingPrairie, and a special field trip that expands their knowledge of equestrian science and careers.Additional time is spent on daily arena and trail rides, equestrian lessons, advanced groundschool, as well as providing direct care and helping feed the horses. Please note: Trail rides atlocal stables do not qualify as lessons. Grades: 8-11 July 6-14 Fee: $562

Elk River Madness For the first time camper, this 3-day session features a sampling of what camp life is about.

Participate in a variety of general camp activities such as swimming, hiking, arts and crafts,nature, drama, games, campfires, and songs. Campers sleep in either the Pines Dorm or theGray Koch Dorm wing. Grades: 2-3 July 13-15, July 16-18, July 27-29,

July 30-August 1, August 10-12 Fee: $145

Elk River ExcitementReady for an exciting fun-filled time at camp? Then experience this 4-day session.

Days are filled with lots of activities to give a well-rounded camp experience. Some activitiesmay include crafts, nature, hikes, swimming, songs, drama, games and campfires. Camperssleep in either the Pines Dorm or the Gray Koch Dorm Wing. Grades: 4-5 June 17-20, June 29-July 2, August 13-16 Fee: $191

On My Way Come and discover everything Camp Elk River has to offer. This 6-day general camp session

is designed for the younger camper who is on her way to discovering the fun and excitementof camp! Participate in a variety of general camp activities such as swimming, exploringnature and wildlife, arts and crafts, drama, campfires, and songs.Grades: 3-5 June 22-27, July 6-11, July 20-25, August 3-8 Fee: $281

The Play’s the Thing Take the stage and discover the fun world of drama at this 6-day camp. Learn a variety of

acting skills and styles while practicing and performing a short play for friends and family atthe end of the week. This session is designed for campers who are curious about acting andperforming in front of an audience. Grades: 6-8 July 6-11, August 3-8 Fee: $281

Art in MotionJoin us in this fun, art-filled 6-day drama session created especially for 4th through 6th

graders. Girls use their imagination as they participate in a magical performance that theirfamily and friends can attend at the end of the week. Girls learn how to design their own costumes, props, and stage sets, along with fun and exciting performance skills. Grades: 4-6 June 22-27, July 20-25 Fee: $281

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Sports SamplerThis is a 4-day fun-filled sports session. If you love

sports, want to participate and learn more about them, thenthis session is for you! Learn about sport rules, how to playdifferent sports, and drills. Girls will play several sportsthat may include soccer, volleyball, archery and more.

Grades: 5-6 June 29-July 2 Fee: $191

Outdoor Quest I Come and learn basic outdoor camping skills! This 6-day

session is designed for the young camper who loves theoutdoors! Girls spend one night tent camping on Whispering Prairieas well as begin developing skills in knots, fire building, outdoor cooking, and minimalimpact camping. Grades: 4-5 June 22-27, July 20-25 Fee: $281

Outdoor Quest II Pack up and hike out to the far side of Camp Elk River! This 6-day session is designed for the

outdoor camper who loves to learn about the environment, minimal impact camping, basicmap and compass skills, outdoor cooking, canoeing, and nature. Campers spend two nightstent camping on Whispering Prairie. Grades: 6-8 July 6-11, August 3-8 Fee: $281

Choose Your DayThis is a fun and exciting 6-day session for 6th through 8th grade girls. This session

lets girls decide some of their daily activities along with their cabin mates. Choose from amenu of activities including swimming, arts and crafts, camping, games, and nature. Comeand enjoy camp by making some of your own choices.Grades: 6-8 July 20-25, Aug 3-8 Fee: $281

You Plan It!You asked for it! A 6-day older girl session where you plan your entire week! You decide

whether you want to try out our high ropes course, or hang out in arts and crafts. You andyour cabin mates will get to plan this awesome camp session to fit your needs and wants. Socome and join the fun that camp has to offer you!Grades: 8-10 July 6-11 Fee: $281

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The Promise PathBuild a Girl Scout Memory

Girl Scout Summer Camp is the place where memories are formed. With agift of $50 you can preserve your special camp memories in stone. ThePromise Path is a great way to recognize your favorite camp counselor, GirlScout leader, or to honor a loved one. The money given through the PromisePath program is used to maintain Camp Elk River and to support its program-ming. Engraved bricks are placed in paths throughout the grounds of thecamp and your personalized message will convey your generosity for decadesof campers yet to come.

To learn more about the Promise Path program, call the Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis at 763-971-4065 or refer to our website atwww.girlscoutsmpls.org and go to “Giving”.

Ultimate Adventure Be prepared for this fun-filled camp team challenge session

that will demand your best efforts as you and your camp friendsprepare to accomplish the expanded Challenge Course (highand low ropes) at Camp Elk River. Time will be spent working ona variety of leadership topics, learning basic outdoor campingskills, sleeping out on Whispering Prairie, canoeing Stone Lake,and a fun-filled field trip to a local camp to try out their chal-lenge course! Grades: 6-8 June 22-27, July 6-11,

July 20-25, August 3-8 Fee: $281

Out-of-Camp Trip AdventuresRock Climbing in Duluth (6 days total / 5 days & 4 nights out of camp)

Learn the basics of rock climbing during this session created just for older girls! Did youknow that females excel in the sport of climbing? First spend time in camp preparing forthe journey. Then it’s off to Duluth to spend two full days rock climbing. The University ofMinnesota Vertical Pursuits School of Climbing provides instruction and facilitation on thebasics of climbing. Girls tent camp at a local state park while in Duluth. No prior climb-ing experience is required. Grades: 8-11 July 13-18 Fee: $420

River Bluff Mystery Tour (6 days total / 5 days & 4 nights out of camp)

Tour the river towns and villages along the Mississippi River Bluff country of Minnesota andWisconsin. Experience a steamboat ride, a taste of Amish Country, bike trails, Mystery Cave,state parks, and more! Campers tent camp, as well as stay at local inns. Girls travel in a 15-passenger van driven by a qualified staff member who is 21 years or older. (Fee includeslodging, meals, and admissions.) Grades: 7-9 July 27-August 1 Fee: $520



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Leadership Opportunities for Older Girl Scouts

Come to Camp Greenwood or Camp Elk River for yourleadership experience. We offer a variety of sessions togive hands-on experience in learning how to lead activitiesand develop your leadership skills.

Basic Aide Camp (Grades 6-8) Calling all older girls who wantto earn their Basic Aide Training (BAT) certificate this summer atcamp! This 3-day program will train you to lead songs and gameswith small groups of girls at troop meetings, events, and camp-ins.BAT is a prerequisite for Caddies with Service Unit day camps. Youwill earn service hours during this session working directly withyounger girls at camp. After 25 hours of service is completed anddocumented, you may purchase the Basic Aide Patch from the Girl Scout store.

July 16-18 at Camp Elk River Fee: $145

PAT and First Aid Week (Grades 8-10) Come and be a part of camp this summer whileearning the Program Aide Training (PAT) certificate, Special Topic Training certificate, as well asbecoming First Aid and CPR certified! This exciting 6-day session was developed especially for theolder girl who is looking for Girl Scout leadership opportunities and wants to join in the fun atSummer Camp! You will earn 8 hours of service for PAT, and 2 hours of service for Special TopicTraining. After 25 hours of service is completed and documented for PAT and Special Topic Training,you may purchase the PAT and Special Topic Patch from the Girl Scout store.

June 22-27 at Camp Elk River Fee: $281

Lifeguard 101 (Grades 10-12 — must be 15 years old at start ofsession) Want to earn the American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR for the

Professional Rescuer and Small Craft Safety certifications? Come to Greenwoodto learn these life-saving skills. Participate in camp life, campfires, cookoutsand develop leadership skills. Learn what it takes to be a camp waterfrontstaff.

Girls must be age 15 at the start of the session and able to pass thepre-requisite test. The pre-requisites include swimming 500 yards usingthe front crawl and breastroke, retrieving a 10-pound object from adepth of 10 feet and treading water for 5 minutes. The pre-requisite testwill be given before the session begins at a predetermined date in May or

June, which participants MUST attend. Failure to complete the test willresult in campers not being able to attend camp for this session.July 20-29 at Camp Greenwood Fee: $490

Counselor-In-Training (CIT) I (Grades 11-12) Become more aware of the role of a resident camp counselor. Get hands-on training in camping skills and outdoor education. You'll develop your leadership style, participate in all camp duties, and teach activities to campers.

July 20-29 at Camp GreenwoodJuly 20-August 1 at Camp Elk River (includes a weekend break) Fee: $206To apply, contact the Outdoor Program department at 763-535-4602.

CIT II (Grades 11-12) Build on your experience from CIT I. Focus on a specialized area,such as program specialist, lifeguard, unit counselor, rope course, or riding specialist. Plan andcarry out camp activities. At the end of the training, you may apply to become a JuniorCounselor for the remainder of the summer at either camp. Open only to those who have suc-cessfully completed CIT I, or with the permission of the camp director.

June 22-July 3 at Camp GreenwoodJuly 6-18 at Camp Elk River (includes a weekend break) Fee: $108To apply, contact the Outdoor Program department at 763-535-4602.

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Camp Greenwood Big Enough for Adventure . . . Small Enough to Feel Like Home

With breathtaking views of Lake Charlotte, Camp Greenwood is a sensational place for summer fun! Camp Greenwood’s 63 acres are located 30 miles west of Minneapolis nearBuffalo, between Lake Charlotte and Moore Lake.

Camp Greenwood’s exceptional features include: • Cabins with electric lights, fans and bunk beds (counselors sleep in

the cabins with younger girls, counselors sleep in near-by cabins forolder girls).

• Modern shower facilities. • A modern dining hall with a large deck overlooking Lake Charlotte. • A natural sand beach for swimming. • Boating on Moore Lake.• Areas for nature activities, arts and crafts, and a low ropes challenge course.• An outdoor amphitheater for campfires and group activities.

Camp Greenwood 2003 Session InformationCamp Greenwood offers a traditional and creative camping program where all campers participate in arts

and crafts, swimming, nature exploration and outdoor skills such as cooking over a fire. There are also specific camp sessions where campers may focus on a particular area of interest. Theme-based programsinclude sessions for art and nature lovers, water and boating skills, wilderness trips and adventures for older girls.

In-Camp Excitement for Younger Campers2 for 2

This popular 21/2-day program is for young campers who are not quite ready to try resident camp bythemselves. Every girl brings a special adult (of either gender) with her for an action-packed program withswimming, campfires, songs, games, nature, and arts and crafts. Each pair is housed in a cabin with threeother pairs. Grades: 2-5 June 13-15, July 18-20, August 1-3, August 8-10 Fee: $188 per camper pair

($94 per person)

Greenwood Explorers This 4-day adventure is a hit with first-time resident campers! Learn how to

build a fire, cook a meal outdoors, go on a hike, make new friends, sleep in a cabin, and swim in LakeCharlotte! Come experience what camp life is all about! Grades: 2-5 July 12-15, July 26-29, August 3-6, August 10-13 Fee: $191

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Calling all adventure seekers for 6 thrilling days of camp! Head to Camp Greenwood to practice fire building and cook a meal (or two!) outdoors. Learn about living outdoors, go on a nature hike, and swim in LakeCharlotte. Create a fun art project and sing around the campfire with new friends. Grades: 2-5 June 15-20, June 28-July3, July 20-25 Fee: $281

Badge WondersA great new session for girls who would like to focus on fun and badges at camp. Work on several differ-

ent badges including Outdoor Cook, Swimming and more. Campers will be able to plan many of their activitiesaccording to their interests. How many badges can a Girl Scout earn in 6 days at camp? Let’s find out!Grades: 3-6 June 22-27, July 6-11 Fee: $281

Art LoversThis 6-day program is for girls who love creating art and being at camp. At Camp Greenwood, nature will be your

inspiration. Campers choose from working with clay, collage, and other hands-on projects. Between projects, there’stime for favorite camp activities: swimming, cookouts, making friends, campfires, and more!Grades: 3-6 June 15-20, June 22-27, July 20-25 Fee: $281

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camp experience. As a group, girls choose and plan all of their camp activi-ties, from which art project to create, what to cook out, and when to gocanoeing. Be creative in all areas of camp! Grades: 5-8 June 28-July 3 Fee: $281

Back to NatureThis great 6-day program is all about exploring the natural world! Get to

know the critters at camp on nature hikes and investigate animal habitats.Drift off to sleep under the twinkling stars learning about astronomy.Canoe around Lake Moore and then cook out, swim, and enjoy other favorite camp activities.Grades: 3-6 June 28-July 3, July 6-11 Fee: $281

H20k! Spend six summer days on Camp Greenwood's gorgeous Lake Charlotte and Moore Lake. Learn basic

canoeing skills and how to be safe in the water. There will be lots of swimming and a chance to explore waterecology. Sing around the campfire, and plan tasty cookouts. This is a great introductory skills program for girlswho may be interested in going on future paddling trips.Grades: 4-6 June 15-20, June 22-27 Fee: $281

In-Camp 10-Day SessionsMore Boats!

Camp Greenwood is excited to offer this next level in boating for girls who have some boating experience. Inthis 10-day program, campers spend much of their time learning and refining their canoeing and outdoor skills.Participate in a half-day sea kayaking trip to Duluth with the University of Minnesota-Duluth Kayak and CanoeInstitute! When not in a boat, take part in all of Camp Greenwood's other fun activities such as arts and crafts, outdoor cooking and swimming.Grades: 6-7 July 6-15, July 20-29 Fee: $443

Outdoor SurvivalThis program is based on the Cadette and Senior Girl Scout Outdoor Survival Interest Project patch, and is

designed especially for girls who want to be outdoors. Learn and practice fire-building, navigation techniques, andshelter building. Campers should be prepared to cook several meals over a fire, and sleep under the stars on manynights. At the end of this session be challenged with an outdoor survival simulation.Grades: 6-9 July 6-15 Fee: $422

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Out-of-Camp Trip Adventures (session length / planned length of trip)On the Loose (6 days total / 1 day & 1 night out of camp)

“On the loose to climb a mountain, on the loose where I am free…” This session is for older girls who want to plan their camp stay. This unique adventure allows campers to try all of Camp Greenwood’s favorites when they want. Arts and crafts, swimming, outdoor cooking, making new friends, camping at a state park, PLUS a trip to the University of Minnesota-Duluth to learn to sea-kayak and rock climb. Grades: 6-8 June 15-20 Fee: $357

Road Rules (6 days total / 4 days & 3 nights out of camp)Have an on-the-road adventure! Team-build in camp and then hit the open road! Camp out each

night in tents at state parks and travel from site to site earning clues by solving team problems and participating in activities.Grades: 7-11 June 28-July 3 Fee: $520

Pedals and Spokes (6 days total / 2 days & 1 night out of camp) Attention all bikers! Camp Greenwood is base camp to learn all about bike safety and travel. Depart camp for an

overnight biking adventure in a nearby park. Develop your teamwork skills and learn more about minimal impactcamping techniques. While in camp, enjoy swimming, arts and crafts, and more!

Girls must have overnight tent camping experience and be comfortable riding a bike 10 miles a day.Grades: 5-7 June 15-20 Fee: $288

Island Adventures (10 days total / 3 to 4 days & 2 to 3 nights out of camp) A great introduction to wilderness camping! Visit the Apostle Islands on Lake Superior. Prepare for the trip in

camp, and then take the ferry to one of the islands. Spend at least three days and two nights enjoying the naturalbeauty of Lake Superior. Hike around the island, cook your meals over a camp stove, enjoy beautiful sunsets, andsleep in a tent! While in camp, participate in team building activities, arts and crafts, learn minimal impact camping techniques, sing 'round the campfire, and swim in Lake Charlotte.

Girls must have overnight tent camping experience and be comfortable in the outdoors. Trip length dependenton ferry schedule. Grades: 6-8 July 6-15, July 20-29 Fee: $443

Pack ‘n’ Paddle (10 days total / at least 2 days & 1 night out of camp TWICE)Learn canoeing and backpacking skills and then go on two separate out-of-camp adventures to put these

skills to work. Practice trip planning, pack outs and work on team-building skills. Campers also participate in othercamp activities such as swimming and arts and crafts.Grades: 6-9 July 6-15 Fee: $443

Whitewater Bound (6 days total / 4 days & 3 nights out of camp) Searching for an amazing adventure? Look no further! Spend an amazing four days developing your

kayaking skills and whitewater skills. The first day is spent at UMD’s Aquatic Center. The next two days are spentat a lake refining paddling skills. On the last day, go whitewater rafting. Each evening will be spent camping at astate park. Coordinated through the University of Minnesota-Duluth's Kayak and Canoe Institute. Girls must haveprevious canoe/kayak experience. Must be comfortable in and around water.Grades: 8-11 June 22-June 27 Fee: $550

Voyageur (12 days total / 7 days & 6 nights out of camp) This is it! The ultimate opportunity in canoe trips. Travel to the

Boundary Waters Canoe Area and spend seven days paddlingthese breathtaking waters! Before departing camp, you willpractice canoeing safety and skills, while learning more aboutpacking out, and planning trips. Do not miss this uniqueCamp Greenwood experience!

Girls must be able to cooperatively paddle a canoe, andbe comfortable in and near water. Previous wilderness tripexperience required. Grades: 8-11 June 22-July 3 Fee: $453

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Resident Camp Registration InformationTo register for camp, please complete the Camp Registration Form and Payment Information Form found on pages 17

and 18. Incomplete forms will not be processed. They will be returned for completion.

1. Camp registrations will be processed beginning Monday, Jan. 27, at 8:00 am. If more registrations than spacesavailable for a session are received, a drawing will be held to place girls in that session. Forms received after Monday, Jan.27, 8:00 a.m. will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

If a girl cannot be placed in her first choice, she will be placed in her second choice, or her third choice, if no spaces are available for her second choice. If all session choices are full, the camper will be placed on a waiting list for her first choice only.

2. Completely fill out the forms on pages 17 and 18. Make copies of the forms as needed. You may also down-load the forms from the council Web site at www.girlscoutsmpls.org or call the Program Registrar* to have formsmailed or faxed to you.

3. Send the registration form with a $25 deposit. The $25 deposit will hold your space and will be applied tothe camp fee. If there is difficulty in submitting the full $25 deposit, please contact the Program Registrar* to makeother arrangements. The deposit is non-refundable unless the camper cannot be placed, or the program is canceled.

4. Don’t forget financial assistance is available. Camping is an opportunity for all girls. Please fill out theGrants for Girls Application form on page 19, or download it from the council Web site. You may also discuss paymentoptions by contacting the Program Registrar*. All information is kept confidential.

5. The balance of the camp fee is due by Thursday, May 15. Please pay your balance by this date in orderto keep your space reserved. Please note that all registrations paid in full by Tuesday, April 15 receive $15 off thecamp fee! If you register for 2 for 2 at Camp Greenwood you will receive $15 off per registered pair or $7.50 per person when balance is paid by April 15.

6. Girl Cookie Credits may be used toward payment of a camp fee, for girls who participate in the GirlScout Cookie Program Activity. Once you receive your Girl Cookie Credits, mail them with any remaining balance due.For more information about program/camp credit earned through the Cookie Program Activity, contact your troopcookie manager.

7. Campers may request to be placed with one other camper on the Camp Registration Form. Toensure placements, complete separate registrations for each girl and mail the registration forms in the same enve-lope. Girls must put each other’s name on the registration form and register for the same program session. Tohelp girls make new friends, we ask that you limit your request to one friend. Entire troops/groups will not beplaced together in a cabin. Requesting more than one friend may delay the processing of your registration form.

8. Confirmation of camper placement will be sent after registrations are processed. You will receive a confirmation within 14 business days of registration start date or after submitting registration, when submitting after the registration start date. In addition, an information packet containing the health form, directions to camp, andother information will be mailed in late March. Campers who are placed on a waiting list will receive a waiting list let-ter along with a list of openings.

9. Requests for cancellation must be made in writing at least four weeks before the start of the session. For can-cellations made at least four weeks before the start of the session, the fee is refundable, minus the $25 deposit.

If a cancellation is made less than four weeks before the session, the fee will be refunded, minus the deposit, only ifthe camper is ill. A written explanation with a doctor’s signature must be received in the Program Registrar’s officeprior to the session. No refunds are given for no-shows.

10. All summer camp sessions are subject to cancellation or rescheduling. Any session not having suffi-cient registration may be canceled. If a session is canceled and the camper is unable to attend an alternate session,the entire fee will be refunded.

11. No refund will be made to campers who leave before the session ends, for any reason including:camper illness, behavior problems, head lice or nits, homesickness, etc.

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Camp Registration FormCamp Elk River and Camp Greenwood

Use this form to register an individual participant in any camp session. Please use a separate form if planning to attend more than one session. You may make a copy of this form, or

download the form from the council Web site at www.girlscoutsmpls.org.

All campers who attend camp will receive a free camp patch!

Camper's Name ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Last First Middle

Address _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Street City State Zip

Name of School ________________________________________________________________________ School Grade in Fall 2003 ________

Parent/Guardian Name _______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Day Phone _____________________________________ Evening Phone _________________________________ Troop # _______________

List camp choice in order of preference. Camper will be placed in only one session per registration form. If all sessions are full, thecamper will be placed on a waiting list for first choice only.

Session Camp Dates

First Choice: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Second Choice: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Third Choice: _____________________________________________________________________________________

For horse campers, number of years riding lessons/horse camp: ____________________________________________________________________

Please place my camper in the same cabin with her friend ___________________________________________________________________

(One friend only please. To ensure placement in same session, mail registration forms in same envelope. Please note: Horse ridinggroups at Camp Elk River are determined according to riding ability. Girls who register together will be placed in the same cabin, but cannot be guaranteed placement in the same riding group.)

For Camp Greenwood 2 for 2:

Name of Adult Attending _______________________________________________________________________________ Male _____ Female _____

Parent/Guardian ConsentI give permission for my camper to attend resident camp and participate in all activities, including trips out of camp that are partof the camp program. I give permission for my camper to be photographed and/or videotaped and to have her picture used for GirlScout publications, including the council Web site to promote Girl Scouts.

Parent/Guardian Signature ___________________________________________________________ Date _________________________________

Enclose the non-refundable deposit of $25 with this completed form and return to:

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Camper Name __________________________________________________________Camp Session Fee $___________

New Membership Dues $___________ ($7, if not currently registered)All campers must be current members of Girl Scouts of the USA. (Expires 9/30/03)

If member outside Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis,

Name of Council ____________________________________________ Troop # ______

Subtotal $___________

Sibling Discount $___________The first child in your family pays regular price. Each additional child registering for camp qualifies for a $10 discount per child.

Total Due $___________The balance of camp fees are to be paid in full by Thursday, May 15.

Method of Payment:A deposit of $25 must be included with each registration form. The $25 deposit is applied toward the camp session fee and holds the camper’s space. At the time of registration, you may choose to pay just the deposit or the full balance due.

Please indicate the amount you are enclosing:

Girl Cookie Credits/Resident Camp Bonus enclosed $___________

Check to Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis is enclosed for $___________

Visa_____ MasterCard_____ Authorized amount to charge $___________

Acct. Number_________________________________________ Exp. Date__________

Authorized Signature (as on card)______________________________ Date___________

(Only camp registrations paid with credit cards may be sent by FAX.)

All registrations PAID IN FULL by Tuesday, April 15, will receive $15 off the camp fee. Reminder- You do not need to wait to receive your Girl Cookie Credits or Resident Camp Bonus

to register for a session, a $25 deposit will hold your session space.

GIRL COOKIE CREDITS/RESIDENT CAMP BONUS

For girls who participated in the Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis Cookie Program Activity, Girl Cookie Creditsand Resident Camp Bonuses may be used toward payment of a camp fee. Once you receive your Girl Cookie Credits and/orResident Camp Bonus, mail them with any remaining balance due. For more information about program/camp credit earnedthrough the Cookie Program Activity, contact your TROOP COOKIE MANAGER.

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Deposit _______________ Date _____________________________

Receipt # _____________ Girl Cookie Credits __________________

Payment Information FormIf applying for financial assistance, please complete and enclose a Grants for Girls Application with the Camp Registration Form.

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Grants for Girls provides assistance to girls who wish to attend day camp or resident camp. Guidelines for granting money through Grants for Girls are:1. The girl needs to be a registered Girl Scout in the Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis.2. The Girl Scout will be considered for a grant for only one resident or day camp session per year.3. The Girl Scout, or her family, will be expected to pay a portion of the total expense of the session.4. Grants will be awarded based both on financial need and the availability of funds.

The deadline for the first round of allocations of Grants for Girls is April 1, 2003. Additional requests will be considered after this date and allocations will be made based on available funds.

Grants For Girls ApplicationComplete in full! Incomplete forms may be returned or result in processing delays.

Camper 1Full Name: _______________________________________________

Troop # __________ Age _________ Years in Girl Scouts ________

_________________________________________________________Session Location Dates Total Camp Fee $

a. Non-refundable deposit $ ___________

b. Girl Cookie Credits + $ ___________

c. Amount family can pay + $ ___________

d. Total of lines a-c = $ ___________

Amount of request = $ ___________

(Total camp fee minus line d)

Camper 2Full Name: _______________________________________________

Troop # __________ Age _________ Years in Girl Scouts ________

_________________________________________________________Session Location Dates Total Camp Fee $

a. Non-refundable deposit $ ___________

b. Girl Cookie Credits + $ ___________

c. Sibling Discount + $ ___________

d. Amount family can pay + $ ___________

e. Total of lines a-d = $ ___________

Amount of request = $ ___________

(Total camp fee minus line e)

The Grants for Girls Application, completed in full, and the Camp Registration Form should be mailed to:

Girl Scout Council of Greater MinneapolisBrooklyn Center Service Center 5601 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Center, MN 55429

763-535-4602 800-548-5250 763-971-4112 TTY 763-535-7524 (Fax) www.girlscoutsmpls.org

Did the camper participate in the 2003 Cookie Program Activity?

o Yes How many packages did she sell? _______ o No Why not? _________________________________________________

Will she be using her Girl Cookie Credits to help pay for resident camp?

o Yes o No If no, what will she be using them for? _________________________________________________________

Have you received a grant for a day or resident camp in the past?

o Yes o No If yes, when? ___________________________________________________________________________

Sources of household income:Employment

Parent/Guardian Name Occupation # Years Employed PT/FT

1. ___________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Medical Assistance _____ Food Stamps _____ AFDC or General Assistance (GA) _____

Unemployment or Workers Compensation _____ Free or reduced hot lunch program _____ Number of children in family _____

This section must be filled in.

Why is it difficult for you to pay the amount requested? Be as specific as possible (e.g. medical expenses not covered by insurance, support of agedor disabled family members, recent unemployment, etc.) You must show financial need.______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature__________________________________________________________________ Date _________________

Parent/Guardian Full Name ________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________ City __________________________________ Zip ___________

Day Phone __________________________ Evening Phone _________________________

FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

Amount granted:Camper #1 ______________ Camper #2 _____________ Approved By _______________________ Date ____________


Girl Scout Council of Greater Minneapolis

5601 Brooklyn BoulevardBrooklyn Center, MN 55429

Non-Profit Organization

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PAIDMinneapolis, Minnesota

Permit No. 3832

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GIRL SCOUT MISSIONWe dedicate ourselves to the purpose of inspiring girls with the highest ideals of character, conduct,

patriotism, and service that they may becomehappy and resourceful citizens.

GIRL SCOUT LAW

I will do my best:to be honest and fair,friendly and helpful,considerate and caring,courageous and strong, andresponsible for what I say and do,

and torespect myself and others,respect authority,use resources wisely,make the world a better place, andbe a sister to every Girl Scout.

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.

*When reciting the Girl Scout Promise,members may substitute alternate wording for“God” according to their spiritual beliefs.

www.girlscoutsmpls.org763-535-4602 • 800-548-5250 • 763-971-4112 TTY

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