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Summer Camp 2020

Join us for eight exciting weeks of Girl Scout summer camp — right at home!

Each themed week will give girls the opportunity to earn a badge around topics like journalism, outdoors, art, photography, theater, computer programming, STEM and more. 

Program cost includes any earned badges, a fun patch, a T-shirt, SWAPS materials and any necessary program supplies.

Bring a friend along on your summer camp adventure! When a Girl Scout signs up for a session with her friend who's not a Girl Scout (yet!), both girls will receive $10 off registration plus a patch! If you sign up as a new Girl Scout, you'll get membership for this year plus ALL of next year — that's through September 2021. Sweet!

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Summer Camp Sessions

Please note: All times listed are EDT.

Adventure Awaits - June 8-12

Adventure Awaits
When: June 8-12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. daily
Grades: K-5
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Outdoor adventures are exciting and unpredictable! At every turn you might see something new. Join us for a weeklong session challenging yourself in the great outdoors. Find out what a mood board is, go on a scavenger hunt, make a sundial and build a first aid kit for your hike. 

Badge earned: Trail Adventure

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 1.

Cool Campers Code - June 8-12

Cool Campers Code
When: June 8-12, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. daily
Grades: K-5
Cost: $75/Girl Scout, $110/non-Girl Scout

Learn to code with Kids Can Code! Earn your three Coding for Good badges using the codeSpark platform. It's encouraged to use two devices, one to watch the program and a laptop to learn how to write and manipulate block-based coding language Blockly. 

Girls will complete three code projects: 

  • Coding Basics: Work through the tutorials on codeSpark- Donut Detective, Tool Trouble, & Kite Plight 
  • Digital Game Design: Learn how to create a game in codeSpark Academy by completing the tutorials in the Create Game area. 
  • App Development: Code your own story in the Create Story area of codeSpark Academy.

Girls will practice coding in a fun and laid back learning environment that will allow the ability to explore and expand on coding capabilities! Walk away with three completed projects to share your “Code for Good!” 

Girls will practice coding in a fun and laid back learning environment that will allow the ability to explore and expand on coding capabilities!   It's encouraged to use two devices, one to watch the program and a laptop to practice on. 

In the afternoons we will take a break from coding for Girl Scout traditions and summer camp fun with dance parties, a talent show, SWAPS, and s'mores!

Badges earned: Coding for Good

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badges
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by May 25.

Brownie Bop Dance Camp - June 15-19

Brownie Bop Dance Camp
When: June 15-19, 2-5 p.m. daily
Grades: 2-3
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Brownies, earn your Dancer badge and learn about different dance traditions and how to create and perform your own new dance! You'll learn some new moves and get performance tips from a dancer/choreographer, plus participate in Girl Scout traditions like camp songs, s'mores, SWAPS, and even a virtual campout!  

Badge earned: Brownie Dancer

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 1.

Girls Who Code - June 15-19

Girls Who Code
When: June 15-19, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Grades: 6-12
Cost: $75/Girl Scout, $110/non-Girl Scout

Learn to code with Kids Can Code! Earn your three Coding for Good badges writing JavaScript code using the VidCode platform. It's encouraged to use two devices, one to watch the program and a laptop to learn how to write and manipulate the text-based coding language JavaScript. Kids Can Code will provide specific learning objectives for each Girl Scout level!

Girls will complete three code projects: 

  • Coding Basics: Code a portrait or create a video meme using JavaScript. 
  • Digital Game Design: Finish a game using JavaScript or create an Avatar using JavaScript on Vidcode!  
  • App Development: Complete an app using JavaScript and maps or complete a data tracking app using JavaScript on Vidcode.  

Girls will learn how to code arrays to store and display data before they complete a prototype for a personal data app. Walk away with three completed projects to share your “Code for Good!” 

In the afternoons we will take a break from coding for Girl Scout traditions and summer camp fun with dance parties, a talent show, SWAPS, and s'mores!

Earned badges: Coding for Good

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badges
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 1.

Academy of the Sky - June 22-26

Academy of the Sky
When: June 22-26, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. daily
Grades: 4-8
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Junior and Cadette Girl Scouts earn your space science badges during this fun virtual summer camp week!  We will have activities led by Emerald Coast Science Center including a virtual look inside their mobile planetarium!  We will have traditional camp songs, make s'mores, SWAPS, and even camp out in your backyard or living room on Friday night!  It is sure to be a fun week of Girl Scout traditions and activities!

Badge earned: Junior Space Science Investigator, Cadette Space Science Researcher

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 8.

Good Morning, Girl Scouts - June 29-July 3

Good Morning, Girl Scouts
When: June 29-July 3, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Grades: 6-12
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Dig into the world of broadcast journalism as you become a Girl Scout investigative reporter. An Emmy award winning reporter will lead you through the fundamentals of broadcast journalism including where to find stories, how to pitch them, and present them in a mock newscast. 

Badge earned: Cadette Public Speaker, Senior Truth Seeker

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 7.

Left to Our Own Devises: An Introduction to Devised Theater - July 6-10

Left to Our Own Devises: An Introduction to Devised Theater
When: July 6-10, 2-5 p.m. daily
Grades: 6-12
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Earn your Troupe Performer badge and create an original piece of theater from start to curtain call! Learn the fundamentals of devised performance, create original work by yourself and with the ensemble, then rehearse and present the world premiere of an original Girl Scout theater piece, plus enjoy Girl Scout traditions like camp songs, s'mores, SWAPS, and even a virtual camp-out!

Badge earned: Senior Troupe Performer

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 14.

Camp Cyber Detective - July 6-10

Camp Cyber Detective
When: July 6-10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily
Grades: K-5
Cost: $75/Girl Scout, $110/non-Girl Scout

Join us for a week of cyber-detective fun and earn your three Cybersecurity badges the Kids Can Code way!  Girls will complete the following projects:

  • Cybersecurity Basics: Learn how computers & the internet work and how they can safely connect us through an interactive Kahoot!
  • Cybersecurity Safeguards: Play interactive games to know how to stay safe online. Use collaborative songs and activities that teach how to protect your identity. 
  • Cybersecurity Investigation: Explore cyber crimes through an interactive game that will put your cybersecurity skills to the test!

Girls will practice coding in a fun and laid back learning environment that will allow the ability to explore and expand on coding capabilities! It's encouraged to use two devices, one to watch the program and a laptop to practice on. 

In the afternoons we will take a break from coding for Girl Scout traditions and summer camp fun with dance parties, a talent show, SWAPS, and s'mores!

Badges earned: Cybersecurity

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badges
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 14.

Girl Scouts at the Table - July 13-17

Girl Scouts at the Table
When: July 13-17, 2-5 p.m. daily
Grades: 2-5
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Girl Scout Brownies and Juniors, join us to earn your cooking badge and spend a fun week online with chefs and cooking program business owners to learn about all things food! This week isn't just about the food, though. What would camp be without the Girl Scout traditions of songs, camp fires, hiking, SWAPS, and even camping out in your own back yard or living room! Can't wait for you to join us — bon appetit!

Badge earned: Brownie Snacks, Junior Simple Meals

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 21.

STEM Series Camp - July 13-17

STEM Series Camp
When: July 13-17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily
Grades: 5-8
Cost: FREE, sponsored by RS&H

Join us for an exciting week of interactive STEM experiences led by real-world professionals! Each day is hosted by STEM experts, leading you through the full spectrum of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. 

STEM Program Partners

Our STEM Series Camp provides the full Girl Scout camp experience with hands on STEM activities, camp songs and games, s'mores, SWAPS, camp shirt tie dying, and more!

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 26 at 5 p.m.

Creative Nature - July 20-24

Creative Nature
When: July 20-24, 2-5 p.m. daily
Grades: 4-6
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Discover the art masterfully hidden in nature! Guided by an art expert, learn about different types of artists and how they use nature as inspiration for their work. Take your exploration a step further and create your very own artwork based on what you see and hear in nature.

Badge earned: Junior Outdoor Art Explorer, Cadette Outdoor Art Apprentice

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 28.

Camp Cybersecurity - July 20-24

Camp Cybersecurity
When: July 20-24, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily
Grades: 6-12
Cost: $75/Girl Scout, $110/non-Girl Scout

Dive into the world of cybersecurity and earn your 3 Cybersecurity badges the Kids Can Code way!  Girls will complete the following projects:

  • Cybersecurity Basics: Learn about hackers and how to protect your data with an interactive Kahoot!
  • Cybersecurity Safeguards: Understand how computers gather data about you, and how to protect that data.
  • Cybersecurity Investigation: Know about skills cyber investigators use and ways to prevent cyber crimes from happening. 

Use “real life” interactive tools to put your learning into practice with PBS Nova Labs. 

Girls will practice coding in a fun and laid back learning environment that will allow the ability to explore and expand on coding capabilities! It's encouraged to use two devices, one to watch the program and a laptop to practice on.

In the afternoons we will take a break from coding for Girl Scout traditions and summer camp fun with dance parties, a talent show, SWAPS, and s'mores!

Badges earned: Cybersecurity

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badges
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by June 28.

Artistic Lens - July 27-31

Artistic Lens
When: July 27-31, 2-5 p.m. daily
Grades: 4-5
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Develop an eye for your style of photography after lots of practice in using a digital camera and after learning the art of editing photos that best express you. A digital photography expert will walk you through digital camera basics, tips and tricks for editing photos, and ways to display and share your artwork with others!

Badge earned: Junior Digital Photographer

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt
  • Earned badge
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by July 5.

STEM Reimagined Camp- July 27-31

STEM Reimagined Camp

Date: July 27-31
Times: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily for Juniors and Cadettes and
1 p.m.-4p.m. daily for Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors 
Cost: $50/Girl Scout, $85/non-Girl Scout

Are you interested in purusing a career in the STEM field? Then this is the camp for you! One session of this camp will be hosted in the mornings for Juniors and Cadettes and another for Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors, each tailored to your age group.

Join STEM2Hub and your Girl Scout sisters for a week of all things STEM! You will virutally join in on interactive lessons on Python coding, programming EV3 robots, programming and flying drones, website development, and science labs. This camp provides the perfect opportunity to explore the different aspects of STEM and have fun with purpose!

In the afternoons we will take a break from the STEM lessons for Girl Scout traditions and summer camp fun with virutal dance parties, camp games, SWAP making, and smores!

Camp registration fee includes: 

  • Summer Camp 2020 patch
  • Summer Camp 2020 T-shirt and Tie Dye
  • Nonperishable program supplies

Register by July 13.

Juniors and Cadettes (10 a.m.-1 p.m)

Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors (1 p.m.-4p.m) 

Summer Camp Update - April 24, 2020

Summer Camp Update

Dear Girl Scouts,

Our thoughts are with all of you as you deal with the overwhelming challenges posed by our current health crisis, especially those of you who have been personally impacted. We hope that you have found some inspiration, as we have, in the stories of how Girl Scouts across our council are continuing to serve our communities in creative new ways. My personal experience hosting the Meet Up with MAJ virtual programming on Tuesday evenings has brought me so much joy and eases the stress of working through necessary decisions while keeping me grounded in Girl Scout traditions.

Speaking of Girl Scout traditions — we are creating new traditions with our reimagined 2020 summer camp experience. Gateway Council will offer virtual Girl Scout camp opportunities with at-home activities for girls along with all the favorite camp traditions like sing-alongs, talent shows and more.

Unfortunately, we cannot offer a traditional summer camp experience under the current circumstances and have pivoted to these virtual offerings, which provide new opportunities for skill-building, adventure and fun — all key components of the Girl Scout camp experience!

These eight weeklong virtual sessions make summer camp an option for EVERY Girl Scout! Whether you’re a little unsure about spending a week away from mom and dad at an overnight camp or sleeping bags just aren’t your thing, GSGC’s at-home camp opportunities bring the camp experience to girls wherever they are.

You’ll be a true camper and ready for the traditional camp experience when it’s safe for us to come together again!

We recognize that many girls have earned their way to summer camp through the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Therefore, we are offering various ways for girls to continue to use cookie rewards throughout the upcoming Girl Scout season. Girls who earned $50 or $100 camp credits will receive those credits in the form of a Doubleknot gift card that can be used toward any Gateway-led programs and events through Dec. 31, 2020. Girls who earned a weeklong resident camp credit may choose the alternative reward of a bedroom décor set, or they may save the camp credit to use for 2021 summer camp. Girls who earned these rewards will receive additional communication at a later date.

If you were considering registering for a summer camp session at Camp Kateri or Camp Kugelman don’t fret — sign up for a virtual camp experience this summer and join us throughout the fall and next year for the best outdoor and camp experience ever! We will be ready for the summer of 2021 and celebrate as Girl Scouts.

Yours in Girl Scouting,
Mary Anne Jacobs, CEO

  

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