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You're a Force of Nature, Girl Scout!

And you're ready for more outdoor adventures.

Whether you’re discovering wildlife in your own backyard, swimming in a lake for the first time at summer camp, or being a citizen scientist observing bees in your neighborhood park, every outdoor adventure grows your "I’ve got this" attitude. And once you unlock that confidence, you'll aim as high as the stars you see outside your cabin window.

Girl Scout summer camps and troop camping are a great way to seek challenges, explore and adventure, learn new skills, make new friends, and develop a deep appreciation for nature.

Summer is when some of the most fun memories are made, but did you know it’s also an awesome opportunity to grow, learn, and become your best self?

Here are some amazing benefits you’ll get from a summer camp or outdoor troop camping experience!

At any camp you choose, you'll make new friends, have tons of time for play, and be all you can be! Join us this summer!

Registration is now open!

2023 Summer Camp Pricing Structure

Deposits
All summer camp sessions include a $50 non-refundable deposit
Trips/specialty programs include a $100 non-refundable deposit
Mom & Me and Me & My Pal are paid in full at time of registration

Tiered Pricing
Tier A - Traditionally subsidized cost, representing a $100 subsidy
Tier B - Partially subsidized cost, representing a $50 subsidy
Tier C - Closest to the TRUEST cost of camp (if you’re able to pay this, please do!)

Classic Overnight Camps
Tier A - $525 per camper per week
Tier B - $575 per camper per week
Tier C - $625 per camper per week

Mini Sessions
$300 per camper per week

Trips, Specialty, or Add-On Programs
Individually priced (see individual session descriptions)


Day Camp
$280 per camper per week (4 days)
$85 per camper per day


Mom & Me
$65 per person (1 night)
$85 per person (2 nights)

Me & My Pal
$45 per person

Troop Core
$85 per girl
$45 per adult, adults within ratio required


Girls register for camp based on the grade they will enter for the 2023-24 school year:

Summer Camp FAQs

(All sessions subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances..)

Does my girl need to be a Girl Scout to register for summer camp?

No! Our overnight and day camps are open to all and we encourage campers to bring a friend, Girl Scout or not! If your camper would like to become a registered Girl Scout before camp, simply register here!

Non-members have a $50 fee added during the camp registration process. Non-members may choose whether they’d like to use this amount toward becoming a registered Girl Scout or not. If you decide to join, the fee will be used for your Girl Scouts annual membership!

Does GSNYPENN offer financial aid for summer camp?

Yes, financial assistance is available for registered Girl Scouts. Please register for camp before submitting for financial aid to ensure your camper's spot. Then, fill out this aid request form and submit it online. If you have any further questions, please contact executiveoffice@gsnypenn.org

What training do GSNYPENN camp staff & volunteers receive?

All staff receives extensive training prior to the arrival of all campers. Training includes activity programming and outdoor skills, health and safety, emergency procedures, age-level characteristics, meeting camper needs, dealing with homesickness, sanitizing and other COVID-19 response protocols and much more. Staff who supervise and instruct high adventure or specialty activities are required to have additional training and qualifications.

What is the ratio of GSNYPENN staff & volunteers to summer campers?

The ratio is based upon camper age and follows GSUSA guidelines. There will be at least two staff members present with the girls at
all times.

Staff to camper ratios:

Daisies (Grade 1) 1:6
Brownies (Grades 2-3) 1:6
Juniors (Grades 4-5) 1:8
Cadettes (Grades 6-8) 1:10
Seniors (Grades 9-10) 1:10
Ambassadors (Grades 11-12) 1:10
What safety standards are followed at GSNYPENN summer camp?

Our camps are required to meet established standards set by state and local health departments, GSUSA and where applicable, the American Camp Association (ACA) for health and safety, site, program and personnel. Each camp is inspected twice a summer by the county health department in which the camp is located.

COVID-19 safety protocols may be mandated by state and county health departments and are strictly enforced. These protocols are ever-changing, so we appreciate your patience as we make the camp experience as safe as possible.

Campers will be required to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test on the first day of camp. Parents may elect to have testing done on their own within 72 hours of camp check-in. If testing is not available in your area, rapid testing will be available onsite at all camps during the check-in process.

Thank you for your continued patience and understanding as this is still a very fluid and ever-evolving situation. If you have further questions, please contact summercamp@gsnypenn.org. 

What if I do not have a computer or internet to complete my camper’s health profile?

We encourage parents/guardians to complete their camper’s health profile online through CampDoc. If you are absolutely unable to do so, please contact us at 1.315.698.9400 or 1.800.943.4414 to mail forms to you. You will need to complete the forms and send them back to our Syracuse Service Center (960 James Street, Fl. 2, Syracuse, NY 13203) at least two weeks before your camper’s session, along with their immunization list and physical form.

What is Mom & Me?

These programs are designed for a Girl Scout and any special adult female in her life! Activities are led by trained staff as you participate in some of your favorite camp activities like swimming, boating, arts and crafts, and archery. They are open to all levels, including Daisies! Full payment is due at time of registration. 

What is Troop Core Camp?

Troop Core Camp is the perfect program for a troop that wants to enjoy a camping experience as a group. Camp staff facilitates programming including archery, waterfront, arts and crafts, and more. Additionally, all meals and first aid are provided. Troops don’t need to bring a Simply Successful Camping or First Aid training to participate, making for a camping experience that is accessible to all! Troop Core Camp is offered throughout the season and is open to all levels.

Cost is $85 per girl and $45 per adult, adults within ratio required. There is a $25 deposit per person for Troop Core Camps due at the time of registration.

What is the GSNYPENN summer camp cancellation policy?

Payments for all council programs and events are non-refundable unless council cancels the event or the registering person/group cancels PRIOR to the registration deadline. Cancellations made after the registration deadline will not receive a refund.

Please note: the $50 deposit paid for overnight/day camp and the $100 deposit paid for trips when registering is non-refundable.

Cancellation notifications should be sent via email to summercamp@gsnypenn.org. Refunds for cancellations are made only if the notification is received prior to the registration deadline. A cancellation may qualify for a refund (minus the deposit fee) if the cancellation is due to a qualified medical reason. A refund request along with a doctor’s excuse must be received within two weeks of the cancellation.

*Please note: a minimum number of campers is required to run all programming. If the minimum is not met, camps may be subject to cancellation.

 

When is camp payment due? What happens if payment is not made on time?


The last day of standard registration and final payment for all camps due in full is on June 21, 2023. After this date, we will reach out to remind you that your camper still has a balance. If your balance due is not paid by June 28, 2023, your camper’s registration will be cancelled.

Note: registration will remain open after June 21 for any open spaces, however payment is due in full at time of registration. We cannot accept partial payments after the June 28 deadline. 

When should all of my camper’s health paperwork be completed?

The deadline for CampDoc medical forms is 2 weeks before your camper’s actual camp session. The payment deadline is not the same as the CampDoc deadline.

Where are all the GSNYPENN camp health forms?

All health forms for summer 2023 are here.

 

Still Have Questions? Need Help?

Call 1.315.698.9400 or 1.800.943.4414 or email summercamp@gsnypenn.org 
to chat with a friendly camp director!