Who Stole the Cookies????

Tonight was out Pirate themed banquet and unfortunately some of our leaders we overly excited about the cookies and tried to steal all of the cookies for themselves. Gladly they were stopped by Dizzy and Dragon and there were cookies for all (even the ones who tried to steal them).

ooey gooey s'mores

What a yummy mess!!!! Our s'mores n more girls had fun enjoying the fruits of their labor by chowing down on the s'mores heated in their solar ovens. They were definitely messy and I had to fend off the squirrels from stealing them but in the end it was well worth it!

Pirate Bash

What a night! As part of our Pirate Week theme we try to have themed all camp activities for every camper to participate in. Last night was our booty hunt where the girls worked together to collect treasure around the camp and try to avoid pirates who wanted to steal their treasure. It was so much fun!

Tonight was the pirate bash, which is a pirate themed dance for the girls to have fun, dance, and dress up as pirates if they wanted to. The campers and staff had such an amazing time singing and dancing to the music together.

Pretty as a Princess

Well the first week of camp has come to an end and we had a great time! The girls loved being able to ride horses, sing song, and learn new activities like archery. In arts and crafts the campers worked on projects like tiaras, wands, and Petal People to go along with our princess theme this week. Later on the girls were able to utilize those crafts and others during our Thursday night princess themed banquet. Our staff had a wonderful time interacting with all of the campers and the campers had an equally fun time. We can't wait for our next group to come on Sunday!

Camp's almost Full! But we saved a spot just for YOU!

Summer is almost here!
Looking for the program thats right for you? Look no further......

Grades 2-3(in the fall)
Week 2 - Splash Camp
Week 5 or 6 - Pioneers

Grades 4-5(in the fall)
Weeks 3&4 - Junior Jive
Week 5 or 6 - Outdoor Explorer
Week 6 - There's fun in the Air
Week 7 - S'mores and More

Grades 6,7,8(in the fall)
Week 3 or 4 - Hiker Chick
Week 8 - Hold the Reins

Grades 9,10,11,12(in the fall)
Weeks 3&4 - Trail Blaizers
Week 5 - Pack It Along
Week 5 - Natural Horsemanship
Week 7 - Camp Trails

For Troops!
Week 8 - Summer Action at Maripai

Check out our website http://www.girlscoutsaz.org/camps for more info and to register!
Come join us for a fantastic summer!

Questions about Camp? Contact ckilkenny@girlscoutsaz.org !

Summer Camp 2011 is almost here!!! I'm sooo excited!

We have tons of NEW programs this summer and some old favorites are back from the past.
I can't wait to see all the returning campers and meet lots of new faces.

Haven't registered yet? No problem! There are still plenty of sessions available, like these...

Week 1 -

• Hold the Reins

New to camp? Want to learn about horses? This session is perfect for the older Girl Scout who wants to experience all that camp has to offer. You’ll enjoy two riding lessons learning about horse care and basic riding skills. You’ll also sample other camp activities like crafts, archery, and cookout. Work on Maripai’s Horse Patch Program.

• Camping Bits & Pieces
  

This session is perfect for your first overnight camp experience away from home. Enjoy a sample of activities including crafts, hiking, archery, nature, cookout, one horseback riding lesson, and working on the Camp Together Badge.

Weeks 2 & 4-

• Splash Camp

We don’t have a lake and there isn’t a pool, but you’re sure to get wet and you’re sure to stay cool! Have a water fight in the field, go on a creek walk, snack on some watermelon, make a rainbow, and work on a special project to help teach other campers about saving water! You’ll also participate in one horseback riding lesson. Work on the “WOW” Journey.

Weeks 2 & 7

• Smore's & More

Learn to cook in new and fun ways! Sample a variety of outdoor cooking methods including buddy burners, backpacking stoves, and solar ovens, earn the Outdoor Cook Badge! You’ll also participate in archery, crafts, games, nature, sleep out under the stars one night, and visit the barn for one horseback riding lesson.

Weeks 3& 4 -

• Hiker Chick

Looking for adventure? Maripai has plenty to go around! Learn hiking safety and then hit the trails in and out of camp. Hike out of camp several miles for an overnight at Wolf Creek campground - your camping gear will meet you there! Learn how to use a GPS, practice your outdoor cooking, and try letterboxing. Back in camp, you’ll also have time for archery, arts & crafts, and one horseback riding lesson! Work on the Backpacking Interest Project.

• Trail Blazers

Want to spend more time on the trail? Brush up on your riding skills, practice your balance with bareback riding, explore the trails around camp, head out for a half day trail ride, and create a performance on horseback for the entire camp! Riders must be able to lead, groom, saddle, mount, dismount, and control a horse at a walk and trot with a balanced seat. You’ll spend more than 13 hours on horseback, weather permitting, plus take part in games and activities on the ground that will help you care for and build relationships with horses.

• Junior Jive

It’s time to energize with the “Get Moving” Journey! Make cool crafts out of recycled items, discover how animals at camp use energy, interview an energy expert, pack an energizing lunch for a half-day hike out of camp, plan a dance party to get the entire camp moving, and more! You’ll also take part in one riding lesson and one trail ride and participate in several archery sessions!

And So Much More!!! For full listings visit the GS website
http://www.girlscoutsaz.org/camp-programs/program-listing/

New Doors too!!!

We have new doors in Greenwood! And coming soon...New doors for everyone! Three cheers for our Camp Manager! Hurray!!!