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Apostle Islands
Paddle and explore Lake Superior’s Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and perfect your sea kayaking skills. Paddle along sea caves, lighthouses, and the sculpted cliffs of these magical islands in Perception Sea Kayaks. Practice self-rescue techniques and advanced open water kayaking skills during the day, then settle down to enjoy a beautiful sunset and gentle waves. Please visit www.gsfra.org/camp for wilderness trip prerequisites.
Grade in fall: 8-12
Date: June 22-July 4
Fee: $625
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Fox River Area Council, Camp Birch Trails

Gilligan’s Island
Paddle your canoe along the Chippewa Flowage and spend a few days and nights on a “deserted” island. Learn to live without modern conveniences and with minimum impact on the land. Pick up tips for wilderness survival, like cooking over an open fire and purifying your own water.
Grade in fall: 7-9
Date: July 20-August 1
Fee: $400
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Fox River Area Council, Camp Birch Trails

Houseboat Cruisin’
Fun in the sun! You will make new friends while cruisin’ the Mississippi! Move into the houseboat and set your course. You will be traveling the Mississippi for 5 days and 4 nights with most of the comforts of home. Your houseboat is equipped with a water slide, bedrooms with queen size beds, kitchen, living room, and a sundeck. Spend Sunday at camp, then board the houseboat Monday evening. We’ll see you back at Camp Ehawee for lunch on Friday to hear all about your trip. Don’t forget your sunscreen!
Grade in fall: 8-12
Date: July 6-11
Fee: $491
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Riverland Council, Camp Ehawee

Island to Island
Spend four days paddling from island to island along the shores of Lake Superior in sea kayaks. Take in the pristine views of nature on and off the water from your campsites.
Grade in fall: 8-12
Date: June 19-27
Fee: $520
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast, Camp Alice Chester Center

Northern Lights
Practice teambuilding and teamwork, canoeing, portaging, and packing for water trips. Then travel to the Boundary Waters to view the splendor of nature while gaining experience, learning skills, and making memories that will last a lifetime. Your trip will be organized by professionals and led by our experienced Camp Nawakwa Trip Director. With all the Boundary Waters excitement, do not forget to leave room for arts and crafts, hiking to Mt. Baldy and other Nawakwa activities. Prerequisite: Advanced swim level: swim and tread water for 5 minutes each and some canoe experience. A special trip packing list will be mailed upon confirmation.
Grade in fall: 8-12
Date: July 6-11
Fee: $710
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Indian Waters Council, Camp Nawakwa

Ride + Slide
Do you love the feel of adrenaline? Ride and slide your way through these three water and theme parks: Great America, Blue Harbor and Mt. Olympus. You will get back to camp in enough time to go swimming, boating, or just relax.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: July 13-18
Fee: $360
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Manitou Council, Camp Evelyn

Sail Away
All hands on deck, matey! It’s time to try your hand at sailing the pirate-ridden waters of Lake Olivotti. When you aren’t sailing, learn about pirates and try to make your way through a pirate training and obstacle course!
Grade in fall: 7-9
Date: July 13–18 or July 27–August 1
Fee: $230
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Fox River Area Council, Camp Birch Trails

Water Sportz
Spend endless hours on Crystal Lake when you choose between swimming, windsurfing, water bikes, rowboats, sailboats, paddleboats, beaz boards, rafts, canoes, kayaks, aqua jump and slide.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: July 20-25
Fee: $275
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Manitou Council, Camp Evelyn

Wildlife Waters
Formerly Wildlife Rivers. A great hit last summer; this program now includes more wildlife and more water! Learn about wildlife in and out of camp while exploring some of the great bodies of water around the area. You and your friends may decide to visit the International Crane Foundation, Beaver Creek Reserve, or a similar facility to explore wildlife habits and habitats. You’ll also learn how wildlife, water, and people are connected and what you can do to protect the amazing creatures we see and hear in Wisconsin. Prerequisite: Intermediate swim level: swim and tread water for 3 minutes each.
Grade in fall: 5-7
Date: July 20-25
Fee: $285
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Indian Waters Council, Camp Nawakwa

Windjammers Advanced
Sailors, ahoy! Get more sailing time and improve your navigating skills. Bonus: Spend a half day at Milwaukee’s Sailing Center on Lake Michigan. Prerequisite: some sailing experience
Grade in fall: 7-10
Date: August 3-8
Fee: $360
Sponsored by Girl Scouts Wisconsin Southeast, Camp Alice Chester

For additional programs, also see Rock-N-Water under The Rock Climber
and Saddles and Paddles under The Horsewoman.

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Arts Alive
Like to dance, sing, paint, or sketch? Come and explore your artistic talents. Screen print a T-shirt or spend the day sketching on the beach.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: August 3-8 OR August 10-15
Fee: $230
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Fox River Area Council, Camp Birch Trails

Art-tastic
Come and explore the many medias of art! Be creative as you make pottery at the Art Village and design jewelry at Blue Bead. Create your own pillow, stepping stone, clock, candle, tie-dying, and much more. We’ll also visit an art museum and talk with a local artist.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: July 24-25
Fee: $95
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Woodland Council, Camp Sacajawea

Fashionista
Get out your thimbles and prepare your needles. It’s time to take on the fashion world. Create your own styles in jewelry, handbags, clothing and other accessories. Unleash your personal style to the world by getting your hair and nails done and posing for a photo shoot.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: July 7-9
Fee: $83
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Woodland Council, Camp Sacajawea

Retro Avengers
Have you wanted to design your own “look”? You will get the opportunity to get as creative as you dare. Take a trip to local thrift stores to pick your own personal “work-in-progress.” Learn to sew and redesign clothes using hand and machine techniques.
Age: 14-16
Date: July 20-August 1
Fee: $405
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Black Hawk Council, Camp Black Hawk

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De-stressified
Do you ever just want to escape from it all? Relax and unwind while being pampered at a spa. Learn how to balance your life with de-stressing and time management tips. Try different exercises, yoga, meditation, and healthy cooking techniques. You’ll also make your own candles and aromatherapy.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: June 12-13
Fee: $90
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Woodland Council, Camp Sacajawea

Essentially Elegant
Growing up is not always graceful, but Camp Ehawee is here to help! First, tone up with a complete aerobic body workout. Then, relax with a pamper party by the pool. Learn about proper table manners and etiquette. Be sure to pack your posh clothes for a night on the town. You will travel to La Crosse, WI to have your hair and makeup done by professionals. At the salon they will teach you proper skin care, easy up-dos, and makeup basics. Then, put it all together and show off your new look dining at La Crosse’s finest restaurant, The Freight House. You will return to Camp Ehawee sporting the latest hairstyles and makeup trends in a stretch limousine! If you are not too tired by the time camp is over, you will be Essentially Elegant. Cadette/Senior = From Fitness to Fashion
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: June 22-27 or July 20-25
Fee: $300
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Riverland Council, Camp Ehawee

Flippers and Wings
Get IN the water for a private flippered-sea-animal (i.e., sea lion) training session at the Zoo, explore the EAA Air Show and meet women pilots in Oshkosh, and ride Milwaukee’s very own Pelagos (floating water laboratory).
Grade in fall: 8-12
Date: July 27-August 1
Fee: $470
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast, Camp Alice Chester

Mall of America
You and your friends will take a trip to the world’s largest mall and its not just shopping. You will learn to budget money with a makeover scavenger hunt. Visit Underwater Adventures, an underground aquarium where you will spend one night behind the scenes and sleeping with the sharks.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: August 10-15
Fee: $375
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Manitou Council, Camp Evelyn

Passport to Freedom
Wake up and you get to decide what to do for five nights of fun. You can go boating, hiking, swimming, or get a tan poolside while you listen to music and take it easy; the important thing is you set your own schedule.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: August 10-15
Fee: $275
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Manitou Council, Camp Evelyn

Weird Wisconsin
See the strange and unusual as you travel to see a spooky shipwreck, learn secrets to Houdini’s magic, and tour a haunted opera house. See circus stunts, Ripley’s Believe It or Not, House on the Rock with the world’s largest indoor carousel, Cave of the Mounds, and interactive exhibits at Discovery World.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: July 27-August 1
Fee: $400
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Manitou Council, Camp Evelyn

Also see Rock-N-Water under The Rock Climber.

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Horsewoman
Review the basics of horsewomanship, packing horses, and learning first aid for humans and horses. Practice teambuilding and review traveling issues with animals. Then depending upon the group’s skills and abilities, you will have the opportunity to travel with the horses for at least one night. If time and schedules permit, your group may also take a day trip out of camp to see a rodeo and/or a horse show. Prerequisite: One year’s experience saddling and grooming a horse, experience with 6-plus hour trail rides and overnight horse care experience OR successful completion of Saddle-Up Nawakwa Camp.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: July 6-16
Fee: $580
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Indian Waters Council, Camp Nawakwa

Mane Attraction
You will spend 3½ days and one night at the stables reviewing skills from Lasso Ladies and learning new skills including: cantering, and depending on individual skill level (determined by instructor), jumping and/or tricks. Bring your work boots; you will be getting up bright and early for barn maintenance. At the end of the session, it’s your choice of a trail ride or time in the ring. *Cadette/Senior = earn Horse Sense
Grade in fall: 8-12
Date: June 8-13
Fee: $367
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Riverland Council, Camp Ehawee

Saddles & Paddles
Can’t decide if you want to hang out with the horse or at the waterfront? Well you don’t have to. Now you can spend one half of your stay at camp at the barn learning about horses, gear, and horse care. On-horse lessons include work in the arenas and a trail ride. Then head off to the waterfront to grab a paddle and personal floatation device and learn how to navigate a canoe before departing on an overnight canoe adventure! Sleep in trip tents and cook over camp stoves or fires while on the canoe trip. Prerequisites: comfort in and around water; ability to work cooperatively in a group
Age: 13-16
Date: August 3-15
Fee: $695
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Black Hawk Council, Camp Black Hawk

Senior Horse Camp
If you have always had an interest in horses but are just ready to start riding, then Senior Horse Camp is for you. All ability levels are welcome to participate in this program. You will do a riding evaluation on your first day in camp and be placed in a riding group with other campers with similar abilities. Spend the week improving your confidence and skills in the arena. An average of two hours per day will be spent at the barn. The rest of your time will be spent swimming, hiking, cooking over an open fire, and having lots of fun. Prerequisite: none
Age: 14-17
Date: August 10-15
Fee: $400
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Black Hawk Council, Camp Black Hawk

Wrangler In Training I and II (WIT I and WIT II)
Explore the idea of being a camp counselor who spends time teaching horseback riding through the Wrangler-in-Training program. This program is a two-year leadership program designed for those who are interested in working at camp. You will spend the first part of your stay learning about leadership, teaching styles, and begin developing your own. You will also spend time working at the barn learning about our facilities, the horses, and riding styles. An out-of-camp trip is taken to visit other camps and meet other leadership campers and learn how their programs run. The majority of your time in WIT II, you will put your horse knowledge into practice by spending time at the barn assisting with lessons, assisting in all areas of horse and facilities maintenance, assisting in the units with the horse campers, and possibly helping plan a horse trip. Fill out the camper registration form and send it in to request your application for the WIT program. Prerequisite: completion of LEAP, PA/LIT or comparable leadership experience.
WIT I:
Age: 15-16
Date: June 29-July 18
Fee: $610
WIT II:
Age: 16-17
Date: July 20-August 15
Fee: $655
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Black Hawk Council, Camp Black Hawk

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Rockin’ High
Spend a full day climbing and belaying indoors. Then, travel to Devil’s Lake State Park for two full days of climbing with a professional guide. Relax with your fellow climbers in the evening. You do not need previous climbing experience.
Rockin’ Higher Still–level 2 is available July 20-25 with three full days of climbing.
Grade in fall: 7-10
Date: July 13-18 OR August 3-8
Fee: $465
Sponsored by Girl Scouts Wisconsin Southeast, Camp Alice Chester

Rock-N-Water
You will experience the thrill of rock climbing outdoors with the Adventure Rock staff in the beautiful Devils Lake State Park. Then head to Wisconsin Dells as you slip and slide your way through Noah’s Ark Water Park. When you’re through, make a hole-in-one mini golfing at Pirate’s Cove.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: August 3-8
Fee: $365
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Manitou Council, Camp Evelyn

Rocks and Ropes
Think the view is better from on top of the world? You bet! Why spend so much time on the ground when you can rock climb? Instructors will show you how to climb and belay. You will spend time at camp at our climbing wall, and then venture out of camp to get some more time at an indoor climbing facility. Then it is off to experience climbing in the outdoors on real rock. The last day of your session will take you to the treetops for a high ropes course. It’s guaranteed that you’ll have a ton of fun—and learn a ton about yourself and your group—on this day of teambuilding!
Age: 14-16
Date: July 20-August 1
Fee: $600
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Black Hawk Council, Camp Black Hawk

Rocks, Ropes, and Raptors
Enjoy the North Shore of Lake Superior as you travel to and from the Wolf Ridge Center in Finland, MN. Wolf Ridge has proved to be an awesome, never-to-be-forgotten experience for everyone who’s participated in it for the past two years! You will spend three days rock climbing, hiking, participating in a high ropes challenge course and learning about interesting birds of prey and other wildlife from the area. This is a perfect camp for those who want to do it all in a short amount of time. If time allows, your group may also plan to visit other exciting sites in the Superior and North Shore area.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: June 15-20
Fee: $425
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Indian Waters Council, Camp Nawakwa

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Camp Character
You will be constantly challenging your limits this week. Strap on the pack for a backpacking trek through Camp Ehawee’s 308 acres. Map your way because you will be finding your way back to camp in the morning for some well deserved grub. Don’t unpack yet; you will be relocating to Devil’s Lake State Park to scale the bluffs! Spend one day and night in Baraboo, WI conquering your fears and the cliffs. Tired yet? I hope not. It’s time to get wet and wild in northern Wisconsin whitewater rafting down the Peshtigo River. Meet us back at camp and tell us about the trip! Note: ALL paperwork must be filled out prior to camp session. If paperwork is not filled out completely there is NO guarantee in participation in any events.
Grade in fall: 7-12 or at least 13 years old
Date: July 6-11
Fee: $375
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Riverland Council, Camp Ehawee

Cruisin’ the Apostle Islands
If you want to try out backpacking and wilderness camping, then crusin’ the Apostle Islands is right for you. On the first day at camp, we will prepare for the trip. Then, travel to Bayfield, WI to catch the ferry to the Apostle Islands. Set up camp with your new camp friends for the next two to three nights. While on the island, hike, swim in Lake Superior, sleep in trip tents, and cook over camp stoves or fires. When at camp, enjoy fun camp activities, including, swimming, campfires, and more.
Age: 12-15
Date: July 13-July 18
Fee: $465
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Black Hawk Council, Camp Black Hawk

Discovery Channel
Have you ever wanted to try what you see on television? Now is your chance to come explore the programs of the Discovery Channel. We’ll experiment with the “Myth Busters.” Survive “Scouts vs. Wild,” see the sites and smells of “Dirty Jobs,” find out “How it’s Made,” and try “You Spoof.”
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: June 23-25
Fee: $90
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Woodland Council, Camp Sacajawea

Isle Royale National Park
The majestic Isle Royale, located on Lake Superior, is home to moose, wolves, and miles of backpacking trails. Start with a ferry ride across Lake Superior to Isle Royale where you will begin your 16-day journey. Hiking will cover 5-12 miles per day to allow time to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Please visit www.gsfra.org/camp for wilderness trip prerequisites.
Grade in fall: 9-12
Date: July 13-August 1
Fee: $670
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Fox River Area Council, Camp Birch Trails

Midwest Adventures
Rock climbing. Spelunking. Overnight backpacking. Set out on a three-day, two-night backpacking trip through Camp Ehawee’s 308-acre pine tree forest. Tie in and scale the East Tower at Devil’s Lake State Park before rafting the swift waters of the Peshtigo River. Toss on some old clothes and maneuver your way through Pop’s cave! Register by May 16, 2008.
Age: 14 - 17
Date: August 5-14
Fee: $625
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Riverland Council, Camp Ehawee

Mission: Give Back
Here is your chance to give back to Camp Ehawee while earning your Wildlife Badge. You will do basic maintenance on our Crystal Creek Trails and create an additional trail for future girl scouts to explore for years to come! Construct birdhouses and distribute them throughout camp to enhance the wildlife around us. Take time to enjoy swimming, creek hopping, hiking, canoeing, campfires, and art sessions as well.
Grade in fall: 7-12
Date: June 15-20
Fee: $258
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Riverland Council, Camp Ehawee

On the Loose
Geocaching is rapidly catching on and Camp Nawakwa is excited to bring you this new program. Learn the basics of geocaching and orienteering, then find your own treasures! You and the other seekers may decide to make a treasure hunt, hide your own caches or, if time allows, travel on the Ice Age Trail or elsewhere seeking treasures. Don’t forget to leave time for arts and crafts, swimming, and campfires! No experience is necessary. If possible please provide your own GPS. (Girl Scouts, Camp Nawakwa and camp staff do not assume any responsibility if it is broken, lost or stolen).
Grade in fall: 6-9
Date: July 13-16
Fee: $255
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Indian Waters Council, Camp Nawakwa

Survivor: Camp Alice Chester
Grab your torches and head to camp. Build, climb, calculate, engineer, and discover what it takes. You and your tribe will complete challenges each day and go to Tribal Council each night. Join us for Team Focus without voting and to build a strong tribe. Or, join us for Real Deal and take the chance to be voted out.
Grade in fall: 7-11
Date: June 22-27 (Real Deal) OR July 20-25 (Team Focus)
Fee: $310
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast, Camp Alice Chester

Tunnels and Trail
Explore the Elroy-Sparta State Trail also known as The 3 Tunnel Trail. Pedal through southwest Wisconsin for two to three days as you see the sites including a ¾-mile railroad tunnel. The trail is flat and smooth for ease as we cover 8-15 miles a day.
Grade in fall: 6-9
Date: July 13-18
Fee: $420
Sponsored by Girl Scouts Wisconsin Southeast, Camp Alice Chester

Wild West
Travel to North Dakota for an unforgettable experience in the Black Hills backcountry! Spend a week in Theodore Roosevelt National Park hiking, horseback riding, sightseeing and shopping. Pitch your tents under the stars and enjoy the beauty of the “wild west.”
Grade in fall: 9-12
Date: July 27-August 8
Fee: $470
Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Fox River Area Council, Camp Birch Trails

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The following camps have Counselor-In-Training (CIT) and other leadership programs. The Lifeguard programs offer the opportunity to earn your Lifeguard Certification. Please contact the council to obtain specific descriptions, requirements, and prices. These programs may have an out-of-council fee.

Camp Alice Chester
CIT I: 14-17 years old, June 22-27
CIT II: 15-17 years old, July 6-18
CIT III: 16-17 years old, July 27-August 8

Camp Birch Trails
CIT I: grade in fall 9-12, June 15-27
CIT II: grade in fall 9-12, July 6-25
Lifeguard Training: grade in fall 10-12 (adults encouraged), June 13-16
Leave No Trace (LNT) Trainer Training: grade in fall 10-12 (adults encouraged), June 2-4

Camp Black Hawk
CIT 1: 15-16 years old
CIT 2: 16-17 years old
Lifeguard-In-Training 1: 15-16 years old
Lifeguard-In-Training 2: 16-17 years old

Camp Ehawee
CIT 1: grades 10-12 or at least 14 years old, June 8–27

Camp Evelyn
CIT 1: entering grades 10-11, July 20-August 1
CIT 2: entering grades 11-12, July 6-18

Camp Nawakwa
CIT 1: entering grades 10-12, July 20-August 8 (CIT’s go home on weekends.)
CIT 2: entering grades 11-12 prerequisite CIT 1, June 15-July 18 (CIT’s go home on weekends.)

Camp Sacajawea
CIT: entering grades 11-12, any two weeks of the summer

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