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2021 Summer Camp Forms and Information

2021 Summer Camp Guide

2021 Summer Camp Guide

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>>Download 2021 Summer Camp Guide

Camp Open Houses

Which camp is right for you?

With so many awesome camp themes to choose from, plus three unique camp properties, how do you choose? Come to our free camp open houses, meet our camp directors, and see what camp is like. These are fun events for the whole family! Take a tour, then stay the afternoon for nature activities, crafts, songs and games, a campfire, and s'mores!

Please note: You can find the registration for each Open House on the Events Calendar, please register all participants to help us prepare an accurate amount of program supplies.

 

Camp Ledgewood - Peninsula, OH

Sunday, April 25, 2-4 p.m.

Register here.

 

Camp Timberlane - Wakeman, OH

Sunday, April 18, 2-4 p.m.

Register here.

 

Camp Sugarbush - Kinsman, OH*

Sunday, May 2, 2-4 p.m. 

Register here.

*Day camp only

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Summer Camp is an amazing opportunity for girls to grow in their courage, confidence, and character. Camping is an integral part of the Girl Scout experience. Below you will find information and required forms for whichever camping experience your girl is participating in. Take a look!

Wondering if your Girl Scout is ready for an overnight camp experience?  Check out the Girl and Adult Readiness Quizzes below!
Girl Readiness Quiz
Adult Readiness Quiz

 

Summer Camp Registration Frequently Asked Questions

How do I view my registrations?

Click on the button below to log in to view your camp registration(s).

Note:  This is not the same as your MyGS.  The log in to view your registrations is a different system.

You now will have access to the events and camps you have signed up for.  You can make payments and adjust camping rosters by clicking through the appropriate tabs of your profile.

How do I make camp payments?

Payment Full payment is due at the time of registration for all programs, except for Resident Camp. Payments and deposits may be made by credit card, debit card, or Pathway Passes.

Resident Camp requires a non-refundable deposit of $75 to secure space in each session requested, with the remaining balance due no later than one (1) month prior to program start date.

For Resident Camp Deposits: Payments made with Pathway Passes will reduce the total amount due. Pathway Passes are not applied to the initial deposit. If there is a remaining balance of $75 or more, a non-refundable deposit must be paid at the time the order is placed.

How to log in to make payments:

Log in to your registration account. (Click on the button below)

You now will have access to the events and camps you have signed up for.  Click on the "Registrations" tab.


From here, you are able to view registration details and make payments.

How do I use my girl's Pathway Passes for camp registration?

GSNEO Rewards is where you find all of your GSNEO discounts in one place. Codes for earned Pathway Passes and Scoutships are delivered electronically to the GSNEO Rewards system on the gsneo.org website.

The scoutship pass awarded for the summer camp discount is a percentage off of one choice of summer opportunities over $100.00 in value. The summer program discount will be good between March 1, 2021and August 15, 2021.  

Discount codes will need to be applied to the summer program order online at the time the order is placed.  To use multiple codes, enter each code separated by a comma and then click apply once all codes have been added.  The discount will then be taken from the order total.  Please make sure you have caregiver permission before using codes of girls not in your family. Payments made for programs prior to cookie Pathway Passes being issued are not eligible for reimbursement. 

For Resident Camp Deposits: Payments made with Pathway Passes will take the total discount amount of Pathway Passes from the total amount due. If there is a balance of $75 or more due, a deposit will need to be paid at the time the order is placed.

For more information check out the Pathway Passes FAQ: http://www.gsneo.org/en/our-council/help-desk/gsneo-rewards-faqs.html

 

 

Is assistance available to help pay for camp?

We want to make sure she doesn't miss out on all the great things happening at summer camp.  Simply apply for Scoutship.  Scoutship is financial assistance for summer camp, uniforms and council-sponsored programs.  Scoutship is awarded annually based on a family's size and household income.

Visit gsneo.org and click on "Customer Care."  From there, look for "Scoutship" and click on it.  Fill in the fields and within several business days you should receive email notification of your Scoutship award.  For further information, contact Customer Care at 800-852-4474.

>>Apply for Scoutship

Can I set up auto payments from my bank account for summer camp?

Auto-payment is now available for Resident Camp orders!

When in the shopping cart screen, there is an option to have auto-payment.  It is set to be the standard option.  If you do not wish to use that, be sure to uncheck the box.  The dates and amounts to be paid are listed to help make that decision.

If you choose to not use auto-payment, you will be sent a monthly reminder of payments being due. Emails will come from Girl Scouts of North East Ohio and email address noreply@doubleknot.com.  Please mark this as a safe address and remember to check your spam folder.

Auto Payment
Why am I not getting email reminders about summer camp?

Emails will come from Girl Scouts of North East Ohio and email address noreply@doubleknot.com.  Please mark this as a safe address and remember to check your spam folder.

 

Are the health forms fillable online?

Our PDF forms are designed to be fillable. However, variations in browsers and add-ins complicate this feature. If you have trouble viewing or filling in one of our PDF forms, download it and save it to your computer. Open that form using Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, download it with this link: https://acrobat.adobe.com/us/en/acrobat/pdf-reader.html

I'm on a Waitlist. How does that work?

Programs are filled on a first-registered, first-served basis. The online system indicates program capacity and remaining spaces available as well as a waitlist.

When placing an order, if the program capacity is full, you will be placed on the waitlist. If you are placed on a program waitlist, you will be notified via email if spots become available.

Waitlist openings are dependent on cancellations being received. Being placed on a waitlist does not guarantee placement into the program.

Can I invite a friend to camp?

Campers can designate one buddy during registration, this will make sure both campers are assigned to the same cabin or tent for sleeping. Buddies must be registered in the same session.

Need Assistance? Live Chat is available

Have a quick question about mailing letters to your summer camper?  Or maybe about rescheduling a summer camp?  Answers to these questions and more are available. Simply type your question and check out the answers that appear.

Camp & COVID-19 FAQs

We cannot wait to gather around the campfire again! Girl Scouts has more than 100 years of experience in providing excellent, safe camps for girls, and we will do everything to make sure your camper has a great experience this year.

Camp this summer will be especially sweet, and we are making changes to keep girls safe. Camps will have reduced capacities and enhanced cleaning measures, and activities will be adapted for social distancing.

Summer is still a ways away, but in the meantime, we are planning on making the following adaptations to summer camp in 2021:

  • Camp numbers have reduced capacity and are utilizing a pod system
  • Check-in and check-out procedures will be changed to limit the amount of people present during these times to allow for more efficient social distancing
  • Masks will be required

Due to ever evolving COVID-19 regulations, new questions may come up, and we will have answers! Be sure to check our FAQ list for regular updates.   

Check-In

What will check-in look like?

  • Each camper family will be assigned a check-in time. Your check-in time will be assigned and sent via email the week prior to your camper's session.
  • Upon arrival campers will have a temperature and lice check, have their medical forms reviewed, and drop off any medications needed for the week.
  • Temperatures of 100 degrees F or higher will be not accepted at camp. If your camper is unable attend due to a COVID-related symptom, our staff will do our best to make alternative arrangements for her.Health pre-screens will be sent to caregivers to complete and return to GSNEO 24 hours prior to arrival at camp.
Camp Capacities

For the safety of our campers, Girl Scouts of North East Ohio has made changes to the Summer Camp program to maintain social distancing. We have reduced camp capacity and implemented a pod system to  limit the number of interactions with different people. 

What are pods?

  • Pods consist consist of 8 girls and 2 staff members. Pods will social distance from other the pods attending camp at all times. 
  • Girls and staff in each camp session will be part of one pod. Other sessions at camp that week will be in separate pods.
  • The campers will be in their pods for the entirety of the week and will complete all camp programs and meals together as a unit—no interaction with other pods.

How many people will be at camp at a time?

Each program’s capacities may vary dependent on location and offerings. No matter the program choice, we will operate within the pod structure to maintain physical distance and safety.

Core Camp

  • Reduced overall capacities
  • Registration max is 8 girls and 2 adults per cabin (pod).
  • Troops larger than 8 girls and 2 adults will be divided to accommodate pod maximum
  • Maximum Occupancy:
    • Timberlane: 90 
    • Ledgewood: 130

Family Programs

  • Reduced overall capacities
  • Group rotation max is 10 people total per pod (girls and adults)
  • Maximum Occupancy:
    • Timberlane: 85
    • Ledgewood: 85

Community Day Camp

  • Reduced overall capacities
  • Group rotation max is 8 girls and 2 adults per pod

*Capacities for Community Day Camp will vary at each location due to spatial accommodations.

Cabins

What COVID precautions will there be where my camper will sleep?

  • Campers will maintain a social distance within their pods.
  • Mattresses will be 6 feet apart and girls will sleep head to toe (lice precaution).
  • Windows will be open and fans will be provided for additional ventilation.
Mealtimes

What will meals look like?

  • Campers will eat together in their pods at their camping site three days a week and two days cafeteria-style in the dining hall.
  •  Sunday’s dinner and Friday’s lunch will also be served out of the dining hall.
  • During days where meals are served in the dining hall, campers will have an opportunity to spread out and eat outside at picnic tables and various areas around camp as well. 
Hygiene

What about handwashing and sanitizing group spaces?

  • Before, during and after participating in activities campers will wash hands and/or use gel hand sanitizer when needed.
  • After participating in activities, camp staff will disinfect high-touch surfaces
  • Before and after meals, campers and staff will wash their hands

How will my girl shower at camp?

  • Campers will shower daily either in cabin or scheduled at pool house.
  •  Shower schedule will be created so that pods do not overlap.
  • Campers are responsible for cleaning their shower areas after bathing.
  • Staff sanitization of high touch areas between pods (i.e. door handles, table tops, benches, program equipment using sanitization wipes and spray).
  •  Twice daily sanitization of areas twice daily (lunch & evening) electrostatic sprayers.
When will my girl wear a mask?

Girls will wear a mask unless eating or drinking, outside strenuous activity, sleeping or distancing more than 6 feet from others outside. Masks will be required during boating activities unless utilizing an individual water craft. 

Why Waitlist?
  • Waitlists help us gauge popularity of programs. Sometimes we are able to add more spots!
  • Lots of kids get in off the waitlist! We usually have a steady trickle of cancellations all spring
  • There's no financial commitment! You won't have to pay anything until your camper gains a spot on the roster
  • If you don't sigh up for the waitlist, you won't get in!

 

Resident Camp

We can't wait for your camper to experience the magic of resident camp! Please check out the information below, read the Resident Camp Handbook, and double check that you have all forms completed for your camper's summer program BEFORE you arrive at camp.

Forms and Information for ALL Programs at Camp Ledgewood & Camp Timberlane
Camp Care Package and T-Shirt
care pack

Your camper will be excited to have a package delivered to her while at camp that you personally created! Select from the items below, additional items will be available through the virtual Trading Post.

Click Here to order.

Here is a selection of items to be offered: 

  • Color-me pillow case & fabric markers* 
  • Girl Scout buff
  • Girl Scout tie-dye monkey
  • Girl Scout tie-dye unicorn 
  • Girl Scout blanket
  • String game
  • Mini cosmic wand*
  • Fun activity books
 
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LIMITED TIME ONLY - Camp T-shirt

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Additional Forms for Camp Timberlane Programs

Ahoy there, Sailor!
   Vermilion Boat Club Waiver - Coming Soon

Camp Ninja Warrior
   Complete the online PlayCLE waiver HERE



Additional Forms for Camp Ledgewood Programs

CIT 1

    >>CIT 1 Application

Horse Buddies (all levels)
    >> In the Woods Equine Release  

Moonlight Madness
   Complete the online SkyZone Waiver here!

Directions to Camp
Camp Ledgewood

Camp Ledgewood address:  7047 Akron Peninsula Road, Peninsula OH 44264

 

Camp Timberlane

Camp Timberlane address :13408 Green Road, Wakeman, OH 44889

 

 

Check In/Out and Late Pick-Up Policy
Check In: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Each girl will be given a 30-minute time slot to check in at camp based on her session. If arriving with more than one camper, please arrive to the earliest check-in time assigned to you. If you arrive prior to your time slot, please wait in your car until your assigned time begins to help us prevent group overlap.

In order to keep our campers and staff groups as small as possible during check in, please limit one caregiver at check-in and check-out. Besides the camper, only one caregiver will be allowed out of the car during check in, so please do not bring any other family members to camp. Prepare your camper to say goodbye for the week with family and friends at home before arriving to camp.

All caregivers and campers must wear a mask as soon as they exit their vehicle.

Follow directions given to you by staff regarding luggage, walk up to the temperature check station and get your camper’s temperature taken. Anyone with a temperature of 100 F will not be allowed to stay at camp. We recommend taking your camper’s temperature prior to arriving at camp.

Once a camper has been checked in, they may not leave their camp session to return to their vehicle.

Check Out: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pick up will resemble a drive through. Caregivers will not exit their vehicles during check-out. Please follow signs and counselor directions to pull up, you will be greeted by a member of the administrative team. They will provide you with the necessary paperwork to pick up your camper.

Make sure you do the following at check-out:

  • Show a valid form of ID to sign out your camper. GSNEO will not release campers to persons other than those authorized by a caregiver as indicated at check-in. GSNEO will not release a camper to anyone who does not show photo ID.
  • Collect your camper’s “Go Home Envelope.” In this envelope you will receive information about what your camper did at camp, left over money from the Trading Post, and important notes from the camp director or health supervisor.
  • The health supervisor will meet with every caregiver. She will provide you with your camper’s medicine (if applicable) and notify you of any medical care provided to your camper during her stay.

Once you show your ID and have signed out your camper, they will be directed to your vehicle by a counselor. The counselor will help your camper load their luggage into the car.

Late Pick Up Policy

Departure time is 5:00 pm sharp. Due to staffing requirements, you will be charged $20.00 for every 15 minutes you are late. If you do not pick up your camper by 6p, you will be charged all late fees and the respective County Sheriff’s office will be contacted.

 

Week-Long Day Camp at Camp Ledgewood

Week-long Day Camp is a wonderful way for Daisy and Brownie Girl Scouts to get an extended taste of the camp experience! Check out the information and forms below.

Required Day Camp Forms
Day Camp - Bring Each Day!

Remember to wear/bring each day:

  • Closed toe shoes and socks
  • Packed lunch
  • Water bottle
  • Bug spray and sunscreen
  • Face mask

Special Items: On Monday you will receive additional information about what will be happening each day of the week (swimming, messy day, trading post, etc.), and thus how to prepare your camper for those special days.

Late Pick-Up Policy

NO After Camp Care

Campers must be picked up by 4:00pm. If you are more than 15 minutes late and have not signed up for After Camp Care, you will be charged for After Camp Care on your camp registration.

After Camp Care

Campers must be picked up by 5:30pm. Due to staffing requirements, you will be charged $20.00 for every 15 minutes you are late. If you do not pick up your camper by 6:00 pm, you will be charged all late fees and the Summit County Sheriff's office will be contacted.

Directions to Camp Ledgewood

Campers are dropped off and picked up from the Chickadee Program Center.

Camp Ledgewood address:  7047 Akron Peninsula Road, Peninsula OH 44264

Camp T-Shirt - Limited Time Offer
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LIMITED TIME ONLY - Camp T-shirt

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One Day Programs at Camp

One Day program sessions are perfect for the girl who just wants to get a taste of camp, has a specific interest, can't make it to a full week session, or just loves camp!

**Please note that lunch will be provided for all campers.**

One Day Program Required Forms

Required Forms for all One Day programs:

>> Personal Health and Medical Form

>> Activity Consent and Hold Harmless Release

Note: If your camper is attending multiple One Day programs, please let staff know during check-in and we can hold onto your forms for multiple sessions.

One Day Program - Wear and Bring

Remember to wear/bring for every session:

  • Closed toe shoes
  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Water bottle
  • Bug spray and sunscreen
  • Face mask

Challenge Yourself program participants  - MUST bring long pants

 

Directions to Camp
Camp Ledgewood

Camp Ledgewood address:  7047 Akron Peninsula Road, Peninsula OH 44264

 

Camp Timberlane

Camp Timberlane address:  13408 Green Road, Wakeman, OH 44889

 

Late Pick Up Policy

Campers must be picked up by 4:30pm. Due to staffing requirements, you will be charged $20.00 for every 15 minutes you are late. If you do not pick up your camper by 5:30 pm, you will be charged all late fees and the County Sheriff's office will be contacted.

Camp T-Shirt - Limited Time Offer
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LIMITED TIME ONLY - Camp T-shirt

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Troop Camping

Troop Camping summer programs, also known as CORE camping, are perfect for leaders that want to enjoy the camp experience with their troop, but aren't sure how to fill the time. Fortunately, that's what the resident camp staff are for -- to provide programming and support!

CORE Camp Requirements

Troop requirements:

  • New for summer 2021: An Outdoor Essentials trained adult must attend with your troop. If you do not have an adult with OE training in your troop, you must assign one adult attending camp to take an online CORE Camp specific outdoor training no later than 2 weeks prior to attending CORE Camp. For more information, please check out the "CORE Camp Outdoor Prerequisite Training" section below.
  • Each troop must provide a currently certified First Aid/CPR trained adult. Troops are required to meet adult to girl ratio according to GSUSA policy.
  • All girls and adults attending must be GSUSA registered members and all adults attending must be GSNEO approved volunteers who have completed an adult membership registration including a background check from GSNEO.
  • Space availability may require troops to share a site with another troop.

Note: Daisies are not permitted to attend CORE Camp. Some activities are subject to age requirements. This program requires a troop to consist of at least 2 adults and 3 girls in order to register.

CORE Camp Adult-to-Girl Ratio

Adult-to-Girl Ratios

The adult-to-girl ratio is two non-related adults, including one woman, for

every:

  • 12 Girl Scout Brownies
  • 16 Girl Scout Juniors
  • 20 Girl Scout Cadettes
  • 24 Girl Scout Seniors
  • 24 Girl Scout Ambassadors

There should be one extra adult for every additional:

  • 1–6 Girl Scout Brownies
  • 1–8 Girl Scout Juniors
  • 1–10 Girl Scout Cadettes
  • 1–12 Girl Scout Seniors
  • 1–12 Girl Scout Ambassadors

Note: For mixed-grade level troops, use the ratio for the lowest grade level in the troop. For example, if the troop consists of Juniors and Brownies, the Brownie ratio should be followed.

CORE Camp Required Forms

These forms are required for all campers -- adults and girls.

>> Personal Health and Medical Form

>> Activity Consent and Hold Harmless Release

CORE Camp Packing List & Program Information Packets

>>CORE Camp Packing List

Due to COVID-19, for 2021 troops will receive a pre-made schedule of events upon arrival at camp. This schedule will include meal times, programs, and free troop time.

>>2021 CORE Camp - Camp Ledgewood - Information Packet - Coming Soon!

>>2021 CORE Camp - Camp Timberlane - Information Packet - Coming Soon!

CORE Camp Outdoor Prerequisite Training

New for summer 2020: An Outdoor Essentials trained adult must attend with your troop. If you do not have an adult with OE training in your troop, you must assign one adult attending camp to take an online CORE Camp specific outdoor training no later than 2 weeks prior to attending CORE Camp.  

 

>>CORE Camp Prerequisite Training Instructions - Coming Soon!

>>CORE Camp Prerequisite Training (gsLearn)

 

Family Camps

Family Camp opportunities may be the start of a summer tradition with your family or close friends at camp. Enjoy staff led activities like hiking, swimming, canoeing, campfires, archery, and games. Meet new friends and experience adventure or simply relax. The programs are open to registered Girl Scouts and their families.

Me and My Guy

For girls and their special guy -- dad, grandpa, uncle, brother, or family friend (age 21+)! Please bring the following forms (both adults and girls must have completed forms):

**Please note that dinner will be provided for all participants.**

>> Personal Health and Medical Form

>>Activity Consent and Hold Harmless Release

 

Packing List

  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Closed-toe shoes and socks (flip-flops are only permitted at the pool)
  • Full waterbottle
  • Bugspray and sunscreen
  • Face mask
  • Suggested: extra change of clothes in case a camper gets wet in the rain or on the lake!
Just Us Girls

Grab your mom, aunt, grandma, or your favorite adult female (age 21+) for this one-on-one experience! Please bring the following forms (both adults and girls must have completed forms):

>> Personal Health and Medical Form

>> Activity Consent and Hold Harmless Release

Packing List

  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Closed-toe shoes and socks (flip-flops are only permitted at the pool)
  • Full waterbottle
  • Bugspray and sunscreen
  • Face mask
  • Suggested: extra change of clothes in case a camper gets wet in the rain or on the lake!

 

 

Community Day Camps

Community Day Camp and Twilight Camp programs are community-based, outdoor experiences operated by Girl Scout volunteers. Each camp provides a unique experience as girls and adults work together. The volunteer directors and staff are trained to provide safe, age-appropriate activities tied together with a common theme. All currently registered GSUSA members are eligible to attend and may register for one or more community day camps.

Forms for ALL Community Day Camps
Camp Throwback

 

Day Camp Director: Lisa Allison
Phone: 330-280-2501
Email: gsneocampthrowback@gmail.com

Hinckley Day Camp - Neverland

Day Camp Director: Tammie Whitaker
Phone: 330-616-5150
Email: tammiewhitaker@hotmail.com

 

>>Hinckley Day Camp Participant Information - Comine Soon!

>>Hinckley Camp Metroparks Waiver - Coming Soon!

River Valley Day Camp - Once Upon a Time

Day Camp Director: Kathy Loflin
Phone: 440-935-3477
Email: RiverValleyDC@gmail.com

>>2020 River Valley Day Camp Information - Coming Soon!

STEM Outside the Box

Day Camp Director: Brenda Widman
Phone: 419-680-5048
Email: widmanb@fremontschools.net

  >>Permission Form for Day Camp - Coming Soon!

 

Camp Times:

       M, T, W, F - 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM

       TH - 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Sugarbush Olympics 2021

Day Camp Director: Bene Loomis
Phone: 330-372-4702
Email: bgloomis6666@gmail.com

Twilight Camp - Mythical Adventures

Day Camp Director: Jacqueline Auten
Phone: 402-312-4684
Email: Jackie.auten@live.com

 

>>Mythical Adventures Information - Coming Soon!

The Wild Wild West - Timberlane

Day Camp Director: Karen Leatherwood
Phone: 440-320-0462
Email: mugsy2010@roadrunner.com

>>The Wild Wild West Information - Coming Soon!

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