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Camp Brochure 2021
Camp Brochure 2021
camp
FAMILY CAMP
VIRTUAL CAMP
AND
EXPEDITIONS
girls
WHERE
find... INDEPENDENCE.
FRIENDS. FUN. DIRT.
ADVENTURE.
Camp, in whatever form you or your girl may choose to enjoy it, is about giving yourself a safe
escape to recharge and reconnect. If you’re joining us in person, you’ll be able to shut out the
noise of the world and focus on your family in a peaceful, rustic environment. Think of it as
an unplugged vacation that we plan for you. If your girl is joining us virtually, she’ll be able to
connect with sister Girl Scouts from all over the country and make amazing camp memories
Shelby Sever
Fox
all from the comfort of your home. Director of Camp Menzies
This year we’re redefining what camp means by simultaneously running family and virtual
camps. Yes, that means camp will look different this year. But why camp matters and what
camp can do for us is not different. Camp is about creating a community of individuals who
aren’t afraid to push themselves to try new things, who give themselves permission to be
silly and let go. Camp is about being able to let go of that tension you didn’t realize you’d been
holding. Camp is about stepping onto fresh soil (even if it’s in your backyard or a nearby park),
taking a deep breath, and letting nature do its thing.
It’s been an interesting year, to say the least. I am consistently grateful we exist in a time
where it’s significantly easier for us to connect with each other. The camp team has spent a
lot of time researching, planning, and preparing for a safe and engaging camp season. We are
so thrilled to be hosting weekly virtual camp sessions, and weekly family camp sessions.
We are excited to meet you, your girl, or maybe the entire family! We look forward to ensuring
whichever experience you choose for the summer is one of a kind.
Shelby Sever
Fox
Director of Camp Menzies
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Camp
Menzies
BECAUSE OF GIRL SCOUTS:
GIRL SCOUT CAMP
72% of girls improved an outdoor skill
COUNTLESS WAYS.
WHEN GIRLS GET OUTSIDE, THEY:
Discover they can better solve
problems and overcome challenges
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Camp
Menzies
OVERVIEW of facilities
TYPES OF PROGRAMS at Camp Menzies
Camp Lake Nettie Hunter
Girl Scouts Heart of Central California has been operating summer Menzies (canoe lake)
camps out of Camp Menzies for more than 70 years and has is a Lake Stubby Mouse
something to offer for everyone. beautiful (swimming lake)
wooded An archery range
VIRTUAL CAMP FAMILY CAMPS property
Where girls have the For the entire family! Families A horse arena
located just
opportunity to connect with can experience what it is like to The Activity Center
down the
not only girls in their council, be out in nature away from the Science and Nature Hut
road from
but Girl Scout sisters from distractions of screens and the
Big Trees Six-camper sleeping units
across the nation. Our routines of daily life, which is
State Park • Three with tent
virtual camp is interactive now more important than ever.
in Calaveras accommodations
and engaging, while still Remember what it is like to simply • Three with rustic cabins
County at
allowing it to be girl led. spend quality time with family
5,500 foot An open-air dining hall
and bond over tech-free activities.
elevation. A meadow—great for group
The games, overnight sleepouts
property and stargazing
KEY PHILOSOPHIES at Camp Menzies facilities
include:
A group campfire area
with stage
CHALLENGE BY CHOICE CONSENT CULTURE The Patch‘n’Go—
Girls are invited to participate At camp, everyone respects others’ healthcare facility
voluntarily in each of the various personal space and girls are Bathroom facilities with
activities and challenges at camp. taught how to properly ask for flush toilets and showers
A girl may choose to sit out of consent when entering personal Commercial kitchen
an activity or participate in an space of another camper. Trading Post (souvenir shop)
alternative way. This choice is Camp office
respected by other campers and SAFETY
camp staff. Camp Menzies is accredited through Hiking trails and more!
the American Camp Association Note: This rustic property has some “personality”
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Camp
Menzies
Camp Menzies MORE WAYS TO LEARN about Camp Menzies
OPEN HOUSE CAMP INFORMATION SESSION WEBINARS/SONGS AND S’MORES WORKSHOPS
Enjoy a virtual trip to beautiful Raise up the old flame at a campfire hosted by the camp directors. Sing
songs, perform skits or jokes, and maybe even roast a marshmallow at home!
Calaveras County to check out the
For the first 30 minutes we encourage girls to sign on and join us for songs
Camp Menzies property before and s’mores, and for the last hour we invite parents/guardians to stay to ask
the camp season starts. See the inside questions, get clarifications, and hear more about how camp will run this year.
of a cabin, check out the bathrooms, Wednesday, March 10, 2021 5:00 PM–6:30PM
and take in some breathtaking sights Wednesday, March 24, 2021 4:30PM–6:00PM
via this YouTube video:
Wednesday, April 21, 2021 5:00 PM–6:30PM
CHECK IT OUT!
LIVE 8:00 AM MARCH 1, 2021, WHICH IS BEFORE GIRLS WILL GET CONFIRMATION IF THEY HAVE EARNED THE REWARD.
IT IS NOT REQUIRED TO REGISTER FOR CAMP BEFORE KNOWING IF THE REWARD HAS BEEN EARNED. HOWEVER, GIRLS
MEMBER TODAY! WHO WISH TO SECURE A SPOT IN A SPECIFIC CAMP SESSION, MAY REGISTER BEFORE CONFIRMATION OF THE REWARD IS
GIVEN, BUT WILL HAVE TO PAY THE $25 DEPOSIT ON THEIR OWN. THE $25 DEPOSIT IS NON-REFUNDABLE, SO IF THE GIRL
DOES NOT EARN THE REWARD, THEY HAVE THE OPTION OF PAYING THE REMAINING BALANCE AND ATTENDING CAMP OR
CANCELING THEIR REGISTRATION AND LOSING THE $25 DEPOSIT.
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Camp
Menzies
It isn’t easy these days to find time to
AS A GIRL SCOUT, THERE
grade levels
spend with family that isn’t interrupted
from screens or errands or work or
ARE A LOT OF WAYS TO HAVE DAISIES [GRADES K-1]
FUN, MAKE FRIENDS, AND DO
school. This is why family-focused THINGS THAT HAVE A POSITIVE
IMPACT ON YOUR LIFE, YOUR
BROWNIES [GRADES 2–3]
camps were created and why we see SCHOOL, AND YOUR WORLD.
families come back year after year.
JUNIORS [GRADES 4–5]
It becomes a family tradition! CADETTES [GRADES 6–8]
It is all about getting reconnected
with loved ones and nature. There is a SENIORS [GRADES 9–10]
little something for everyone with these AMBASSADORS [GRADES 11–12]
family-focused camps, from
one-on-one time between girl and adult,
to getting the whole family involved.
WHAT’S INCLUDED at Camp Menzies
AT CAMP MENZIES, FAMILY CAMP LODGING CAMP T-SHIRT
PROGRAMS ARE BROKEN UP INTO Either tent or cabin accommodations
(varies by preference/availability) CAMP MENZIES FUN PATCH
DIFFERENT TRACKS BASED ON AND ANY BADGES EARNED
ACTIVITY INTERESTS AND NUMBER MEALS AND SNACKS (varies by program)
OF PARTICIPANTS AT CAMP. From day one dinner to last day lunch
ALL PROGRAM SUPPLIES
ACTIVITY TRACKS WILL BE EMAILED STAFF AND EQUIPMENT
OUT TWO WEEKS BEFORE CAMP Guided camp activities facilitated by necessary for camp activities
AND PARTICIPANTS MAY CHOOSE trained specialists
WHICH ACTIVITIES THEY WANT TO CAMPDOC PROFILE
SCHEDULE AHEAD OF TIME. HEALTHCARE WHILE AT CAMP, To submit medical forms and to track any
AS NEEDED healthcare administered while at camp
• More information will be shared
upon registration “SONGS AND S’MORES/
INFORMATION” WEBINAR
• Healthcare manager lives on site
GO TO GIRLSCOUTSHCC.ORG/JOIN (pre-camp)
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Camp family-focused
Menzies camps
Two weeks prior to your session, especially designed FOR BEGINNERS TO ADVANCED CAMPERS!
you will receive an email where
you can choose an adventure “IN TENTS” FAMILY CAMP
track that best fits your family’s Experience camp—family style! Bring the whole family and work together to take on
interest. Options include, challenges, play games, shoot a little archery*, ride a horse, and engage in a bit of
but are not limited to, hiking, friendly competition between some of the other Girl Scout families. Sign up as a family
campfires, canoeing, slingshots to perform a skit or lead a song at the campfire. The possibilities are endless, and
the view isn’t bad either. Fee includes staff-guided activities, staff certified in first aid,
and archery*, horseback riding, program supplies, meals, lodging, and a fun patch. Must provide own transportation to
survival skills, outdoor cooking, and from camp. Girls must be accompanied by a registered adult. *Must be entering
mindfulness and meditation, second grade or higher to participate in archery.
arts and crafts, and more! Must Entering Grades: Sessions: Session Length: Fee:
provide own transportation to ALL AGES 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 4 days $150/person
and from camp. Girls must be WELCOME! 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 Campers 2 and under
are free.
accompanied by a registered
adult (18+ years old).
RUSTIC CABIN FAMILY CAMP
*Must be entering 2nd grade or higher to
participate in archery.
Escape the city and travel back in time (or down a long dirt road) to a place that is free
of distractions and the chaos of day-to-day life. Let the trees and lakes rejuvenate you
and spend some quality time with the ones you love most. Skip rocks, sing songs,
fees include roast a marshmallow, explore a trail, shoot slingshots or archery*, ride a horse, eat
Staff-guided Activities A Fun Patch a meal as a family, or paddle a canoe. At Camp Menzies, it is all about reconnecting
Staff Certified in Meals and remembering what’s important. Fee includes staff-guided activities, staff certified
first aid and lifeguard in first aid, program supplies, meals, lodging, and a fun patch. Must provide own
Lodging transportation to and from camp. Girls must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Program Supplies *
Must be entering 2nd grade or higher to participate in archery.
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GSHCC virtual
programs
WHETHER YOU Virtual camp is a week long immersive endeavor in which
girls interact with their Girl Scout sisters from across the
ARE AN AVID nation. They can build their independence and discover
READER, LOVE their sense of self. Girls will have Zoom meetups every day
with their camp leads and fellow Girl Scouts to work on
TO EXPLORE badges, get creative, and try something new! Campers will
be mailed a camp-in-a-box which includes supplies needed
NATURE, HAVE A for virtual camp activities. Each box has a special surprise
that matches the theme of the camp.
FASCINATION FOR
SCIENCE, [JUST TO EACH CAMPER WILL
NAME A FEW] RECEIVE ZOOM LINKS
FOR THE SESSIONS, 2021 Virtual Camp
A CAMP KIT THAT
WE HAVE A SERIES COINCIDES WITH THE
PARTICULAR CAMP
SESSION
CIT Training
DATES
June 7-11
DURATION
5 days
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Discovery
TRACK PROGRAMS
The discovery track is designed especially designed FOR DAISIES AND BROWNIES!
for Daisies and Brownies
(or campers entering grades GREEN GALS
K-3). Programs in this track are As Girl Scouts, it’s important to be able to love and respect nature. In this program,
structured so girls will have campers will be able to see the colors and hear the sounds of nature while they share
a chance to tackle activities their own outdoor art. Create some outdoor magic in the comfort of your own home!
independently. Campers will be
Entering Grades: Sessions: Session Length: Fee: Badge Earned:
able to interact with girls their K-3 Session 1 (June 14-18), 5 days $75 for Daisy Outdoor Art
age, learn new skills, and give Session 3 (June 28-July 2), members, Maker/Brownie
camp a virtual try! Session 5 (July 12-16), $100 for Outdoor Art Creator
Session 7 (July 26-30), non
Session 9 (August 9-13) members
fees include
Zoom links for the sessions
FAIRY LIGHTS
A camp kit mailed straight to your door
prior to their camp start date, with Discover your own fairy magic complete with fairy tales, glow-in-the-dark lanterns and
necessary materials to complete camp fairy houses. Build your own fairy wings and fly your way! Create your own fairy, show
activities included. off your wings to your friends, and attend a Zoom tea party.
Guided programming by trained staff
Entering Grades: Sessions: Session Length: Fee: Badge Earned:
K-3 Session 2 (June 21-25), 5 days $75 for Daisy Good
SESSION DATES DURATION Session 4 (July 5-9), members, Neighbor/Brownie
CIT Training June 7-11 5 days Session 6 (July 19-23), $100 for Making Friends
1 June 14-18 5 days Session 8 (August 2-6), non
2 June 21-25 5 days Session 10 (August 16-20) members
3 June 28-July 2 5 days
4 July 5-9 5 days
5 July 12-16 5 days
6 July 19-23 5 days
7 July 26-30 5 days
8 August 2-6 5 days
9 August 9-13 5 days
10 August 16-20 5 days
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pathfinder
TRACK PROGRAMS
Pathfinder programs are especially designed FOR JUNIORS AND CADETTES!
designed for Juniors and
Cadettes (or campers entering OUTDOOR ARTIST
grades 4-8). These programs As Girl Scouts, it’s important to be able to love and respect nature. In this program,
are structured so campers can campers will be able to see the colors and hear the sounds of nature while they share
exercise their decision-making their own outdoor art. Create some outdoor magic in the comfort of your own home!
power and establish a sense
Entering Grades: Sessions: Session Length: Fee: Badge Earned:
of self by choosing their own 4-8 Session 1 (June 21-25), 5 days $75 for Junior Outdoor Art
path. Campers will get to Session 4 (July 5-9), members, Explorer/Cadette
identify specific interests and Session 7 (July 26-30) $100 for Outdoor Art
explore them while making non Apprentice
members
new friends and interacting
with camp staff!
CAMP MUDBLOOD
Witches and Muggles, Romans and Greeks, join us for this once in a lifetime crossover
fees include between the wizarding world and the world of mythology. Search for signs of fantastic
Zoom links for the sessions beasts in the forest, brew your own potions and whip up some delicious cauldron
cakes. Test your battle skills, prove your bravery, and lead your fellow demi-gods in an
A camp kit mailed straight to your door epic virtual adventure!
prior to their camp start date, with
necessary materials to complete camp Entering Grades: Sessions: Session Length: Fee: Badge Earned:
activities included.
4-8 Session 2 (June 21-25), 5 days $75 for Junior Inside
Guided programming by trained staff Session 5 (July 12-16), members, Government/
Session 8 (August 2-6), $100 for Cadette Finding
Session 10 (August 16-20) non Common Ground
SESSION DATES DURATION
members
CIT Training June 7-11 5 days
1 June 14-18 5 days
2 June 21-25 5 days
BLOOM BOLDLY
3 June 28-July 2 5 days Creating young women of courage, confidence, and character is what the Girl Scouts
4 July 5-9 5 days is all about. In this camp focused on holistic wellness—campers will create positivity
5 July 12-16 5 days boards, build zen gardens and learn how to manage stress as a part of this epic
wellness adventure. Create a personal advocacy plan, design healthy meals that work
6 July 19-23 5 days
for you, and find out how healthy nutrition can make you feel good. This program was
7 July 26-30 5 days created by girls for girls.
8 August 2-6 5 days
9 August 9-13 5 days Entering Grades: Sessions: Session Length: Fee: Badge Earned:
10 August 16-20 5 days 4-8 Session 3 (June 28-July 2), 5 days $75 for Junior Staying Fit/
Session 6 (July 19-23), members, Cadette Eating
Session 9 (August 9-13) $100 for for You
non
members
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Counselor-
in-Training PROGRAMS
OUR CIT PROGRAM Communication, problem solving, group facilitation,
IS SPECIFICALLY and program planning are just some of the many skills
participants will learn and put into practice. With the
DESIGNED AS A guidance of the virtual camp staff, CIT participants
will work their way through the three-step program to
PROGRESSIVE be able to plan and lead their fellow campers through
LEARNING virtual workshops. Who knows? Maybe one day they’ll
have the chance to work at camp!
EXPERIENCE FOR
GIRLS TO LEARN
*Upon registration for these programs, CITs will receive information about virtual training which
will take place June 7-11, 2021. There is no fee to be a CIT, this experience is free to members.
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Expedition
CAMPS
Ready to take your adventures NEW WHITEWATER RAFTING EXTRAVAGANZA FAMILY EXPEDITION
to the next level? Join us on a
Enjoy two exciting days on the river and one peaceful evening at Environmental
two-, five-, or seven-day Traveling Companions serene River Camp in Coloma, CA*. Learn whitewater rafting
expedition for a chance to commands, maneuvers, and how to “read” moving water. After splashing your way
experience something new, down the river, you will return to camp for an evening dinner and campfire. Raft
down a different section of the river the following day, and complete over 21 miles
outside of the everyday
of class II–III whitewater by the end of the trip! This is a camping experience in
summer camp. Designed tents. Fee includes lodging, some meals, activity and entrance fees, knowledgeable
for adventure-seeking girls, expedition staff, program supplies, rafting gear, and a fun patch. Campers are
who want to gain interest, required to bring clothing, eating utensils (we provide bowls and spoons, water
bottles should be supplied by the campers), and personal items. Girls must be
confidence, and competence in
accompanied by a registered adult. *Must provide own transportation to and from
the outdoors. Coloma, CA.
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Expedition
CAMPS
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Camp
registration
CAMP HOW TO REGISTER FOR Camp Menzies
REGISTRATION 1. Visit us online at girlscoutshcc.org/camp and
select the ‘Activities’ tab.
OPENS 2. Select the Camp Session you’d like and click
MARCH 1, ‘Register Now’.
3. Log into your MyGS to complete the process.
AT 8:00AM!
REGISTER TODAY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE! SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS.
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