Upcoming Events

Levels: Girl Scout Brownies – Ambassadors

Cost: $75 per girl

Come spend an exciting weekend in the Poconos! Enjoy whitewater rafting, movies, food and family fun. Fees include rafting equipment, three meals (Sat.), breakfast (Sun.), and two nights camping.  Participants must provide transportation and camping supplies.

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Levels: Girl Scout Juniors – Ambassadors
Cost: $90 per person

Girls will join the Living Classrooms Foundation for a two-day boating adventure on the tall ship Lady Maryland or the Skipjack Sigsbee from the Baltimore Inner Harbor to Camp Whippoorwill on the Magothy River and back to Baltimore. Cost includes dinner on Saturday, two meals on Sunday, overnight camping, a program patch and two days of boating.

Join troop 276 in a campout at Ripken Stadium on June 1, 2013. All Girl Scouts (and female friends) are welcome. The cost is $35 per person and includes a ticket to the IronBirds game on August 3.

What’s included?

• Campout in tents on the baseball field
• Cookout on the party deck (ballpark food …hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, drinks)
• DJ and dancing with the IronBird Mascot
• Nail Art
• Movie on the jumbotron and popcorn
• Moon Bouncers
• Face Painting and Hair Chalk Coloring
• Jewelry Making (sponsored by GSCM)
• Breakfast
• Special Patch
• A ticket to the August 3, 2013 SHARE fundraising game. Those attending the game will receive a free baseball cap and an invitation to participate in a parade. Several troops will be selected to sing The National Anthem on the field and one troop will be selected to lead the parade ($27.00 value).
• Color Ferris – Art work will be displayed during the SHARE Fundraising Game. Not applicable if event is re-scheduled for rain date.

There will be a mandatory meeting will be held online April 29, 2013 7:30-8:30 pm. Each Troop must have at least one adult member on the roster attend the meeting.

*Please make sure to follow Safety-Wise overnight girl/adult ratios. Camping training is
not a requirement.

How to Register:

1. Download the registration packet
2. Write a Troop Check payable to:
   GSCM SU74 IronBirds Event
3. Mail the check and the completed registration form to Heidi Roman, 400 Clydebank Drive, Abingdon, MD 21009.

Who: Adults 18 years or older+
When: June 2, 2013
Where: Camp Whippoorwill
Time: 8:30 am – 5:030 pm
Fee: $35

This course is designed as a short program emphasizing entry level paddling skills and rescue techniques for individuals desiring an opportunity to take a group out on flat water. You will learn canoe and kayak strokes to effectively navigate on the water. Plus, you will learn and practice rescue techniques that will help you feel confident in an emergency situation. No previous kayak or canoe experience is required. Successful completion of the course will result in a American Canoe Association Participation Card.

NOTE: Participation in the program does not guarantee certification card. Pre–class assignments may be required.

Min2/Max 5

Real Life CPR will share everything a babysitter needs to know. Each girl will earn her baby-sitting certificate and be ready to be a skilled baby-sitter.

Who:         Ages 13(+)

Cost:         $45

Where:         Camp Ilchester

For girls in grades K-12 and their families

This year we are celebrating the kick off for summer 2013! Come out to camp for the day and enjoy many activities such as rock wall climbing, swimming, horse activities, archery, games, crafts, and much more. You will get to take a tour of camp as well as meet the staff! $5 per person (Dad’s are free).

Questions? Contact Megan Hardy at mhardy@gscm.org.

Session 1 of Girl Scouts of Central Maryland’s Summer Resident Camp at Camp Conowingo runs from June 17-21, 2013.

Programs in this session are:

• Teddy & Me (Grades 2-3)
• Saddles, Paddles, & Arrows (Grades 4-5)
• Science Sleuth (Grades 4-5)
• Survivor Girl (Grades 6–8)
• Conowingo Chillin’ (Grades 6–8)
• Fit n’ Fabulous (Grades 9–12)
• Go for Gold! (Grades 9 -12)

Our summer resident camps are open to all girls in grades 2-12. Non-Girl Scouts are welcome! To find a camp program for this and other sessions, download Great Adventures 2013.

Click here to register for camp online.

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Harford Area Day Camp: Beyond Chopsticks and Dragons

Join us at camp and learn about the different countries in Asia. This is a traditional outdoor Girl Scout day camp that includes games, songs, crafts, outdoor cooking, and activities related to our theme, Beyond Chopsticks and Dragons, such as origami, making lanterns, and learning about the cultures of the Far East.  Girls are placed in units of 18-24 by troop, grade level and/or buddies of the same age.

Who: Girl Scouts in grades 1-7
Where: Camp Conowingo, Chimney Trail
When: June 17-21, 2013, 9 am – 4 pm (Monday-Friday)
Cost: $110

In-person registration will take place April 7, 2013 at Harford Community College. Please check our website for more information and forms at:  www.harfordareadaycamp.com or call Harford Area Day Camp’s voicemail at 410.638.9122.

Harford Area Day Camp is run entirely by volunteers! Please consider volunteering for the week or a minimum of three days. Training is mandatory and begins in February. We need both adults and Program Aides (entering grades 8-12 in fall of 2013). Camp fee covers t-shirt, patch, bus transportation and all programs and activities. Financial aid is available through Girl Scouts of Central Maryland’s grant program.

Session 2 of Girl Scouts of Central Maryland’s Summer Resident Camp at Camp Conowingo runs from June 23-28, 2013.

Programs in this session are:

• S’Mores & More Mini Camp Session A (Grades 2-3)
• S’Mores & More Mini Camp Session B (Grades 2-3)
• We Want it All (Grades 4-5)
• Decadent Desserts (Grades 4-5)
• On Target (Grades 4-5)
• Rocks, Ropes & Rappelling (Grades 6–8)
• B.F.F. (Grades 6–8)
• Project Green Camp (Grades 9-12)
• Stress Less (Grades 9-12)

Our summer resident camps are open to all girls in grades 2-12. Non-Girl Scouts are welcome! To find a camp program for this and other sessions, download Great Adventures 2013.

Click here to register for camp online.

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Howard County Day Camp: Camp Olympus—Quest for Adventure!

Climb Camp Olympus on a quest for adventure with Heidi the Raccoon! Explore ruins, compete in the games and celebrate with the whole camp. Campers will also enjoy traditional camp activities such as nature exploration, archery, songs, crafts and dance. All campers and staff will receive a camp t-shirt and camp patch. Don’t miss out on this ancient quest for knowledge, adventure and fun!

Who: Registered Girl Scouts grades K-12 (grades for Fall 2013)
Where:  Camp Ilchester, Ellicott City, Maryland
When: June 24-28, 9 am – 3:30 pm (session 1)
Cost:

• For girls in grades 1-5, $150
• For girls in grade 6, $160 (includes a sleep over)
• For Program Aide Training (grade 7), $85
• For Program Aides (grades 8-12), $25

Transportation: Campers are transported to camp via bus from various points in Howard County.

Registration: In-person registration will be held Tuesday, March 19, 2013 in the Clementine Peterson Activity Center located at Camp Ilchester. Registration information will be distributed to all Howard County Girl Scouts through their Service Units and troop/group leaders.

Girl Scouts and adult volunteers outside of Howard County may obtain a registration form by contacting: GSHCDC at www.gshcdc.org or e-mail gshcdaycamp@yahoo.com or GSCM’s Volunteer Resource Center.
Adult Volunteers: HCGSDC is run entirely by volunteers. The number of campers we can accept depends on the number of moms, dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents and siblings over age 18 willing to give their time as unit leaders, assistants and program staff. No experience necessary—we will train you! Staff benefits include advance placement of your camper and a camp fee rebate, free t-shirt and patch and an on-site program for younger siblings, three years and older. Come join the fun!

Registration Forms & FAQ: www.gshcdc.org

Questions: gshcdaycamp@yahoo.com