Aquatics
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Aquatics
Are you looking for adventure? Here is your chance to try something new and exciting!
Aquatics Weekends
September 21-23, 2012
September 28-30, 2012
Come out to camp for the weekend and learn about a craft of your choice. Canoeing, kayaking, sailing, and archery await! You may discover a talent and interest that lasts your whole life! A confirmation packet will be provided.
Girl Scout Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors - Elise T. Carlson
Please remember to bring a permission slip and health form to all events. A registration window is in effect for Aquatics programs. If a program's registrations exceed the capacity of the program on the first day of the registration period, a lottery will be done to determine the participants.
Our goal is for all girls to be successful in the activities and programs provided at Aquatics Weekends. Aquatic sports require physical strength and endurance; we request your assistance in adhering to the age levels for each activity to promote a positive and enjoyable experience. Campers may not master all skills for each level over the weekend, especially for the more advanced courses. Please be prepared to attend levels more than once; this will enhance the camper's ability to master skills and be successful in the next level.
Adult chaperones are encouraged to participate, and may be asked to assist instructors during the program (based on space and equipment availability, per the Aquatics instructors).
Archery Canoeing Kayaking
Sailing Aquatic Leader Kitchen Aide
Archery
Spend the weekend aiming for the target! Use a bow and arrow as you learn proper technique, play games, and try tricks of the trade. Sunday morning, test your skills by participating in a tournament to earn the Archery training strip.
Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Regular Registration: $35 per girl/$20 per chaperone
Late Registration: $42 per girl/$26 per chaperone
Canoeing I (Intro to Canoeing)
Have fun learning basic canoe strokes and concepts of canoe safety: not only how to get in and out safely, but also how to handle a capsized canoe. This course earns the Introduction to Canoeing training strip.
Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Regular Registration: $35 per girl/$20 per chaperone
Late Registration: $42 per girl/$26 per chaperone
Canoeing II (Beginning Canoeing)
Come back for round two as you become proficient in paddling strokes and maneuvers you learned in Canoeing I (Intro to Canoeing), then learn new strokes and sweeps to strengthen your skills! All girls who complete this course will receive the Beginning Canoeing training strip. Pre-requisite: Canoeing I (Intro to Canoeing).
Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Regular Registration: $35 per girl/$20 per chaperone
Late Registration: $42 per girl/$26 per chaperone
Canoeing III (Intermediate Canoeing)
Prepare for a day trip down a river by practicing new strokes and deep-water entry maneuvers! The trip is during the second weekend of this two-weekend course. River is chosen by Aquatics instructors. Girls must attend both weekends to receive the Intermediate Canoeing training strip. Pre-requisite: Canoeing II (Beginning Canoeing).
Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Registration includes both weekends
Regular Registration: $65 per girl/$35 per chaperone
Late Registration: $75 per girl/$42 per chaperone
Canoe River Trip
Come down to camp for this one-weekend river adventure! Earn the River Trip strip. Pre-requisite: Canoeing 3 (Intermediate Canoeing).
Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Basic Sailing
Set sail on Lake McCarthy as you learn the basics of sailing. Find out how to read the wind, tack and jibe, and most importantly, have fun! Run a course in our Optimus Prams and feel the wind in your sails. Participants will receive the Basic Sailing training strip.
Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Regular Registration: $35 per girl/$20 per chaperone
Late Registration: $42 per girl/$26 per chaperone
Intermediate Sailing
Expand your sailing and teamwork skills as you guide a Laser through the water during this two-weekend course. Learn how to rig a Laser on your own and join in a regatta as you solidify your skills. All girls who complete both weekends of the course will receive the Intermediate Sailing training strip. Pre-requisite: Basic Sailing
Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Registration includes both weekends
Regular Registration: $65 per girl/$35 per chaperone
Late Registration: $75 per girl/$42 per chaperone
Beginning Kayaking
Learn basic kayaking strokes and safety: how to steady a kayak and how to get in and out of a kayak. Join in the fun as you take a tour of Lake McCarthy and find out what Dead Fish Polo is all about! Participants earn the Beginning Kayaking training strip.
Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Regular Registration: $35 per girl/$20 per chaperone
Late Registration: $42 per girl/$26 per chaperone
Intermediate Kayaking
Take your kayak skills to the next level during this two-weekend course. Refine your skills, then take a day trip to a river during the second weekend. The river is chosen by Aquatics Instructors. By completing both weekends, girls will receive the Intermediate Kayaking training strip. Pre-requisite: Beginning Kayaking
Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Registration includes both weekends
Regular Registration: $65 per girl/$35 per chaperone
Late Registration: $75 per girl/$42 per chaperone
Aquatic Leader (AL)
Older girls gain confidence in their aquatic and leadership skills as they share their knowledge with younger girls. An assessment of skill level and proficiency each weekend allows ALs to progress into an assistant instructor role. Girls progress through this leadership experience at their own pace, with the guidance and support of Aquatics Instructors. Girls should expect to register for this event multiple times to enhance their leadership and small craft skills. Pre-requisites: PA Training, Canoeing I (Intro to Canoeing), Basic Sailing, Beginning Kayaking, and Archery.
Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Regular Registration: $20 per girl
Late Registration: $26 per girl
Kitchen Aide
Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Here's your chance to get hands-on experience with kitchen equipment, meal preparation, and health and safety guidelines. Help prepare meals for everyone at camp!
Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts - Must be at least 14 years old, due to health codes.
Regular Registration: $20 per girl
Late Registration: $26 per girl
Nurse's Aide
Earn basic First Aid and CPR, then help the nurse with her duties throughout the weekend. Pre-requisite: Must be at least 11 years old.
Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts
Regular Registration: $45 per girl
Late Registration: $53 per girl
