Camp Like a Girl Scout
Resident Camp
Resident Camp
Do you like to sing songs like rock stars by the campfire? Swim like fish in a lake? Explore the outdoors? Girl Scouts summer resident camp is for you!
At camp, you’ll learn new skills and experience new adventures. You’ll also make new friends and create memories that will last a lifetime.
And don’t forget—you can invite your very best friend to come too… even if she isn't a Girl Scout! It’s one of the many ways you can get involved in the Girl Scouts Leadership Experience.
Registration Opens Jan. 26 at 6 a.m.
Helpful Tips for Registering in MyGS:
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- Complete the Waitlist Form if your session is full. If your preferred session is full, we will have a waitlist request form for you to fill out. That will ensure you’re on the waitlist for that session—no phone call required.
- If the final total of your order is $0, the camp session is likely full and your spot will not be reserved. (You can see in the green text in this example that the quantity of Water Wonders was updated to 0, which updated the total amount to $0.) Contact Customer Care at 888.350.5090 or customercare@gswo.org and complete the waitlist request form (coming soon!) to ensure you’re on the waitlist for that session.
- Contact Customer Care if you're unable to register. If you're still having trouble registering, contact the Customer Care Team at 888.350.5090 or customercare@gswo.org! We will be available beginning at 6 a.m. on January 26 to help with resident camp registration.
Grades are listed for each summer camp session below. Please note, girls can only register for sessions for the grade they are in during the 2021-2022 school year.
If you have questions, contact the Customer Care Team by phone at 888.350.5090 or by email at customercare@gswo.org!
Some program dates and details may have changed since the printing of the 2022 Camp Guides. The following listings have the most up to date offerings.
P.S. Have Digital Dough? You can use it for camp registration! gswo.org/digitaldough
Daisy & Brownie Opportunities
For girls currently in Grades K-2.
Splash Camp (Week 1) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jun 12-14
Nothing is better in summer than time in the water -- and you'll spend plenty of time in it. Enjoy a floating lunch, stomp your way through the creek, and play water games. You'll also get to experiment with water by using it to make rainbows and painting with watercolors. Girls will work toward their Outdoor Adventurer badge.
Outdoor Adventures (Week 1)
Currently in grades 1-2
6 day | $330 | Jun 12-17
Enjoy the great outdoors of Camp Libbey and spend time adventuring, hiking, singing and crafting your way through camp. You and your new friends will get to climb the wall, shoot paintball slingshots and more! Then you'll practice your fire building skills and cook a meal over the fire. Girls will work toward the Outdoor Adventurer badge.
Dr. FrankenBrownie (Week 2) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jun 22-24
Become a mad scientist and learn how to whip up your own experiments. Make ice cream, launch rockets into the sky, make glow-in-the dark slime or make soda explode! In addition to experimenting in your lab, you'll head down to the pool and cook a meal over the fire, too. Girls will work towards their Home Scientist badge.
Neverland Adventurers (Week 2)
Currently in grades 1-2
6 day | $330 | Jun 19-24
Come to where dreams are born, and time is never planned - Camp Libbey transforms into Neverland! Hunt for fairies in the woods and search for mermaids in our pool. Build a fairy house to take home to keep the magic alive and make wind chimes so you always remember the sounds of fairy wings! Then, think a happy thought before you scale to the top of the climbing wall. Girls will work toward their Outdoor Art Creator badge.
Amazing Artist (Week 3) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jun 26-28
Make masterpieces and become a master artist! You’ll discover new ways to paint, learn how to make your own puffy paint, and go on a hike and paint something you found in nature. There will still be time to squeeze in swimming and some games, too! Girls will work toward their Painter badge.
Mermaids (Week 3)
Currently in grades 1-2
6 day | $330 | Jun 26-Jul 1
There is so much fun with water to be had at camp. Spend your week like a mermaid - you’ll go on a creek stomp, build your own water cycle in a bag, swim like a mermaid in the pool, cook a meal over the fire and more! Girls will spend the week learning how to care for the water that surrounds them while working toward the Brownie WOW! Wonders of Water Journey.
Daisy Sampler (Week 4 - Mini Week)
Currently in grades K
2 day | $100 | Jul 7-8
Are you ready to try out summer camp? Maybe it’s your first time spending the night at camp, or you want to come and see what it’s all about before taking the leap to longer sessions. At Daisy Sampler, you’ll get to explore camp and all that it has to offer – try paintball slingshots, go on a hike, swim in the pool, cook a meal over the fire and more during this one night overnight.
Brownie Sampler (Week 4 - Mini Week)
Currently in grades K
2 day | $100 | Jul 7-8
Are you ready to try out summer camp? Maybe it’s your first time spending the night at camp, or you want to come and see what it’s all about before taking the leap to longer sessions. At Brownie Sampler, you’ll get to explore camp and all that it has to offer – try the climbing wall, go on a hike with your new friends, swim in the pool, cook a meal over the fire and more during this one night overnight.
S'more Fun (Week 5) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jul 10-12
Become an explorer of everything camp has to offer – shoot paintball sling shots, discover critters on a creek stomp, and make a craft to take home. Finish it off by making a nighttime snack over the fire! Campers will work toward their Outdoor Adventurer badge.
Amazing Artist (Week 5) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jul 13-15
Make masterpieces and become a master artist! You’ll discover new ways to paint, learn how to make your own puffy paint, and go on a hike and paint something you found in nature. There will still be time to squeeze in swimming and some games, too! Girls will work toward their Painter badge.
It's a Bug's Life (Week 5)
Currently in grades 1-2
6 day | $330 | Jul 10-15
Ants, worms, and fireflies, oh my! Learn all about bugs as you hike the trails around camp, exploring their homes and habitats. Create a special bug craft and make a bug hideaway. When you’re not on the hunt for bugs, you’ll be able to explore all the other things camp has to offer like swimming in the pool and cooking a meal over the fire! Girls will work toward the Bugs badge.
Snacktastic (Week 6) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jul 17-19
Take your taste buds on a flavorful adventure - munch and slurp your way through this time creating new delicious treats. Discover the difference between sweet and savory and how to make a snack that’ll give you energy. By the end of the week you’ll be a top chef by making up your own new recipe. You’ll still have plenty of time to take aim at the sling shot range and swim at the pool. Girls will work towards their Snacks badge.
Sharks and Minnows (Week 6)
Currently in grades 1-2
6 day | $330 | Jul 17-22
Splish and splash your way through this week full of all things water! Jump in the pool, go on a creek stomp, play fun water games and canoe the waters of Four Winds Lake. You'll also get to climb the wall and cook a meal over the fire. Girls will work toward the Outdoor Adventurer badge.
Fireflies (Week 7) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jul 27-29
Nothing lights up camp the way that Fireflies do! Now it’s your turn to shine! Have a glow party and play glow games, make a firefly to take home, and take a moment to look up and learn about some constellations. You'll have plenty of time to take a dip in the pool and try your hand at some campfire cooking. Girls will work toward their Outdoor Adventurer badge.
Clayin' Around (Week 7)
Currently in grades 1-2
6 day | $330 | Jul 24-29
It's time to fire up your imagination as you pinch, mold, and coil clay into pots, sculptures, or beads! Hunt for natural clay on a creek stomp and learn to make clay from ingredients from the kitchen. Then paint and glaze your creations to take home! There will still be plenty of time for other activities like going on a hike or swimming in the pool! Girls will work toward the Potter badge.
Dr.FrankenBrownie (Week 8) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Jul 31-Aug 2
Become a mad scientist and learn how to whip up your own experiments. Make ice cream, launch rockets into the sky, make glow-in-the dark slime or make soda explode! In addition to experimenting in your lab, you'll head down to the pool and cook a meal over the fire, too. Girls will work towards their Home Scientist badge.
Splash Camp (Week 8) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades K-2
3 day | $185 | Aug 3-5
Nothing is better in summer than time in the water -- and you'll spend plenty of time in it. Enjoy a floating lunch, stomp your way through the creek, and play water games. You'll also get to experiment with water by using it to make rainbows and painting with watercolors. Girls will work toward their Outdoor Adventurer badge.
AstroBrownies (Week 8)
Currently in grades 1-2
6 day | $330 | Jul 31-Aug 5
Look up to the stars as you explore the summer night sky. You'll learn about the stars, planets and more by looking through a telescope, going on a night hike and listening to stories about different constellations! During the day you'll reach for the stars as you climb the wall, make a space themed craft, swim and more. Girls will work toward their Space Science Adventurer badge.
Junior Opportunities
For girls currently in Grades 3-4.
ARTchery Adventures (Week 1) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jun 15-17
If you love art and archery, this session is just for you! Spend time getting crafty creating art inspired by wildlife and making a clay impression of something you find in nature on a hike. Then head out to the archery range to aim for the bullseye. You’ll create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece using only your bow and arrow for the perfect combination of art and archery! Girls will work toward their Outdoor Art Explorer badge.
You Did What At Camp? (Week 1)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $330 | Jun 12-17
Did you ever want to take a midnight swim? Or raid the kitchen to create an ultimate snack? How about make a huge fort to sleep in? Use this week to create a unique camping experience that reinvents what it means to camp! You and your bunkmates will have the opportunity to plan new and crazy things to do while still having time to enjoy some more traditional options like the climbing wall and archery. Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
Horsin' Around (Week 1)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 12-17
Are you ready to get on a horse for the first time? You’ll head to Dusty Boots Ranch two days during the week to learn the basics of horseback riding! Once your skills are assessed, you’ll learn how to take care of a horse, practice grooming skills, learn to stop, steer, and control your horse, horse anatomy or more. You'll also get to learn from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll swim, hike, cook a meal over the fire, and much more!
Saddle Up (Week 1)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 12-17
Are you ready to take your riding to the next level? Spend two days of your week at Dusty Boots Ranch where you’ll work on more advanced riding skills like loping or cantering. Go on a trail ride, weather permitting. You'll also get to learn about horse health from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll do all the fun camp activities like swimming, hiking, cooking a meal over the fire, and much more! Prerequisites: Girls must have attended Horsin' Around or Saddle Up during previous years at camp or have other horse experience.
Water Wonders (Week 2) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jun 19-21
If your favorite part of summer is jumping into the pool, this is the camp for you! Grab your friends and head to polar bear swim (first ones in the pool in the morning), enjoy a floating lunch, and go creek stomping. There will still be plenty of time to shoot some archery or make a craft to take home, too. Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
Moonlight Madness (Week 2)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $330 | Jun 19-24
Blast off! Spend your week exploring camp in the night - go on a night hike, stargaze and look to the sky through a telescope, have a nighttime glow party, go for a night swim and more! During the day there will be plenty of time for other camp activities like the climbing wall and cooking a meal over the fire. Girls will work toward the Space Science Investigator badge.
The Libbey Bake-off (Week 2)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $340 | Jun 19-24
What's better than cupcakes and camp? Spend the week baking, designing, frosting, and trying different cake decorating techniques. Be prepared to compete, cupcake versus cupcake in the tastiest Camp Libbey bakeoff yet as you work in a team to impress the judges. Get inspired to pull out your apron and mixing bowl during this sweet session at camp! Girls will work toward the Simple Meals badge.
Horsin' Around (Week 2)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 19-24
Are you ready to get on a horse for the first time? You’ll head to Dusty Boots Ranch two days during the week to learn the basics of horseback riding! Once your skills are assessed, you’ll learn how to take care of a horse, practice grooming skills, learn to stop, steer, and control your horse, horse anatomy or more. You'll also get to learn from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll swim, hike, cook a meal over the fire, and much more!
Saddle Up (Week 2)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 19-24
Are you ready to take your riding to the next level? Spend two days of your week at Dusty Boots Ranch where you’ll work on more advanced riding skills like loping or cantering. Go on a trail ride, weather permitting. You'll also get to learn about horse health from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll do all the fun camp activities like swimming, hiking, cooking a meal over the fire, and much more! Prerequisites: Girls must have attended Horsin' Around or Saddle Up during previous years at camp or have other horse experience.
Camp It Up (Week 3) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jun 29-Jul 1
Whether it’s your first time or you're camp’s biggest fan, come try a variety of the coolest activities at camp. Climb the rock wall, shoot archery, or go on a hike! You’ll also get the opportunity to make a craft to take home and cook over the fire. Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
The Lost Girls (Week 3)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $330 | Jun 26-Jul 1
Join the Lost Girls for fun and adventure! You and your fellow “Lost Girls” will explore camp to find and build your perfect hideout, lay out under the stars, and work on your archery skills. In true Lost Girls fashion, you’ll also stir up a little mischief, too! You’ll launch water balloons during a water balloon fight, hoist your flag up the flagpole, and much more! Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
Horsin' Around (Week 3)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 26 -Jul1
Are you ready to get on a horse for the first time? You’ll head to Dusty Boots Ranch two days during the week to learn the basics of horseback riding! Once your skills are assessed, you’ll learn how to take care of a horse, practice grooming skills, learn to stop, steer, and control your horse, horse anatomy or more. You'll also get to learn from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll swim, hike, cook a meal over the fire, and much more!
Saddle Up (Week 3)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 26 -Jul1
Are you ready to take your riding to the next level? Spend two days of your week at Dusty Boots Ranch where you’ll work on more advanced riding skills like loping or cantering. Go on a trail ride, weather permitting. You'll also get to learn about horse health from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll do all the fun camp activities like swimming, hiking, cooking a meal over the fire, and much more! Prerequisites: Girls must have attended Horsin' Around or Saddle Up during previous years at camp or have other horse experience.
Junior Sampler (Week 4 - Mini Week)
Currently in grades 3-4
2 day | $100 | Jul 7-8
Are you ready to try out summer camp? Maybe it’s your first time spending the night at camp, or you want to come and see what it’s all about before taking the leap to longer sessions. At Junior Sampler, you’ll get to explore camp and all that it has to offer – try the archery, go on a creek stomp, swim in the pool, cook a meal over the fire and more during this one night overnight.
Slime Time (Week 5) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jul 10-12
It’s time for some science shenanigans! Experiment with rockets, fly paper stunt planes, get messy with oobleck or create exploding paintings. Don’t forget about the slime! There will still be plenty of time for swimming and making a meal over the fire. Girls will work toward the Camper badge.
Camp It Up (Week 5) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jul 13-15
Whether it’s your first time or you're camp’s biggest fan, come try a variety of the coolest activities at camp. Climb the rock wall, shoot archery, or go on a hike! You’ll also get the opportunity to make a craft to take home and cook over the fire. Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
Artrageous (Week 5)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $330 | Jul 10-15
You'll spend the week creating a camp portfolio for all your creative abilities. Discover shading, perspective and other drawing techniques, paint, create friendship bracelets, and lots more! You'll also get to enjoy swimming, hikes and cooking a meal over the fire. Girls will work toward their Drawing badge.
Docks and Rocks (Week 5)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $340 | Jul 10-15
From the thrilling heights of the climbing wall to a relaxing float in a canoe you’ll experience the best activities at camp! You’ll learn and perfect your paddling skills before taking a day trip down the river complete with a picnic lunch. On the climbing wall you’ll have the opportunity complete various challenges making each new climb a different experience; can you climb blindfolded or drop a paint balloon and hit a target? You’ll have plenty of time for a swim at the camp pool and to hang out by the fire with your new friends. Girls will work toward the Eco Camper badge.
Wild Things (Week 6) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jul 20-22
Let the wild rumpus begin! We will be exploring the 'wild things' of camp. Look for signs of animals, learn about what they eat and where they live. You'll even build a habitat to ensure they continue to call camp home. You'll get to do some wild things too, like climb the rock wall and swim in the pool. Girls will work towards their Animal Habitat badge.
Junior Jam (Week 6)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $330 | Jul 17-22
Summer camp….it’s a Girl Scout tradition! And no one does it better than us. We scale to new heights on our climbing walls, we have floating lunches in canoes, we take aim in archery, and our tie-dying is extreme! There’s so much to do and you get to choose! But we’re never too busy for a dip in the pool. It’s your summer, so camp like a Girl Scout! Girls will work toward the Camper badge.
Junior Chef (Week 6)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $345 | Jul 17-22
Let’s get cooking! Grab your apron and chef’s hat and join us for a week of mixing, measuring and creating delicious new foods. Learn the science behind ingredients as you try your hand at cooking 3 meals during the week, and of course don’t forget the dessert! You will get to plan the menu! You’ll still have plenty of time for swimming, archery, and crafts. Girls will work towards their Simple Meals badge.
Snack Attach (Week 7) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jul 24-26
Spend your time at camp perfecting all things sweet! Cook a meal over the fire and finish it off with a dessert you and your group make! Cookies, cake, ice cream or more -- you choose! You and your friends will make (and eat!) a variety of snacks throughout your time at camp! You'll still have plenty of time for paintball slingshots, swimming and more! Girls will complete steps toward the Simple Meals badge.
You Did What At Camp? (Week 7)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $330 | Jul 24-29
Did you ever want to take a midnight swim? Or raid the kitchen to create an ultimate snack? How about make a huge fort to sleep in? Use this week to create a unique camping experience that reinvents what it means to camp! You and your bunkmates will have the opportunity to plan new and crazy things to do while still having time to enjoy some more traditional options like the climbing wall and archery. Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
Outside the Box (Week 7)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $340 | Jul 24-29
Balloon cars, paddle boats, and cranes – oh my! Moving objects are zooming around camp this summer. Get ready to spark your inner engineer as camp becomes your laboratory. You’ll build, create, and test your own designs, and if it doesn’t work the first time you can try a new idea! There will still be plenty of time to try out some traditional camp activities too, like swimming, archery and more! Girls will work toward the Junior Think Like an Engineer Journey.
Water Wonders (Week 8) (Sun-Tues)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Jul 31-Aug 2
If your favorite part of summer is jumping into the pool, this is the camp for you! Grab your friends and head to polar bear swim (first ones in the pool in the morning), enjoy a floating lunch, and go creek stomping. There will still be plenty of time to shoot some archery or make a craft to take home, too. Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
ARTchery Adventures (Week 8) (Wed-Fri)
Currently in grades 3-4
3 day | $185 | Aug 3-5
If you love art and archery, this session is just for you! Spend time getting crafty creating art inspired by wildlife and making a clay impression of something you find in nature on a hike. Then head out to the archery range to aim for the bullseye. You’ll create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece using only your bow and arrow for the perfect combination of art and archery! Girls will work toward their Outdoor Art Explorer badge.
The Lost Girls (Week 8)
Currently in grades 3-4
6 day | $330 | Jul 31-Aug 5
Join the Lost Girls for fun and adventure! You and your fellow “Lost Girls” will explore camp to find and build your perfect hideout, lay out under the stars, and work on your archery skills. In true Lost Girls fashion, you’ll also stir up a little mischief, too! You’ll launch water balloons during a water balloon fight, hoist your flag up the flagpole, and much more! Girls will work toward their Camper badge.
CSA Opportunities
For girls currently in Grades 5-11.
Junior Counselor (Week 0)
Currently in grade 11
3 day training and 2 week+ internship | No cost | Jun 3-5
Girls who have completed both CIT I and II programs and are entering grade 12 can apply to be a Junior Counselor. This is an internship opportunity for girls to receive direct mentorship from the camp staff and can opt to shadow program specialists. Girls must participate in an application and interview process and be selected for the position. Junior Counselors will attend a three-day pre-camp training June 3-5, 2021 at Camp Libbey. Junior counselors must intern a minimum of 2 weeks, one at Camp Whip Poor Will and one at Camp Libbey but may then choose additional weeks. Participants will go home over the weekends between internship weeks. Prerequisite: CIT I and II, Junior Counselor application, references, and interview. Follow the registration process then contact Marie Cordes at mariecordes@gswo.org or call 419.887.9454 for an application and to set up an interview.
Horsin' Around (Week 1)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 12-17
Are you ready to get on a horse for the first time? You’ll head to Dusty Boots Ranch two days during the week to learn the basics of horseback riding! Once your skills are assessed, you’ll learn how to take care of a horse, practice grooming skills, learn to stop, steer, and control your horse, horse anatomy or more. You'll also get to learn from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll swim, hike, cook a meal over the fire, and much more!
Saddle Up (Week 1)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 12-17
Are you ready to take your riding to the next level? Spend two days of your week at Dusty Boots Ranch where you’ll work on more advanced riding skills like loping or cantering. Go on a trail ride, weather permitting. You'll also get to learn about horse health from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll do all the fun camp activities like swimming, hiking, cooking a meal over the fire, and much more! Prerequisites: Girls must have attended Horsin' Around or Saddle Up during previous years at camp or have other horse experience.
Wanderers (Week 1)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jun 12-17
Pack a backpack and wander out to the less-traveled trails of camp! Spend your session exploring parts of camp not many others see. On your second night, pick a spot and set up camp, cook your dinner, and sleep under the stars. Learn about Leave No Trace ethics and gain outdoor skills that will help you on future backpacking trips. Girls will work towards their Trailblazing badge.
Random Fandom (Week 1)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $335 | Jun 12-17
You've read their books, you watch them on the big screen, now spend your time at camp exploring your favorite fandoms with girls just as excited about them as you! Bring your books and knowledge and spend time focusing on different fandoms. From a galaxy far far away to Platform 9 ¾ and beyond, try your hand at lightsaber fights, games of quidditch, and adventurous challenges just like your favorite characters. While you’re at it, develop your own story and write your own comics to begin your path as the next great author! Girls will work toward their Comic Book artist badge.
Road Trip Michigan (Week 1)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day |$575 | Jun 12-17
Embark on the ultimate American summer pastime — a week long road trip! Create a playlist, pack up the camp van, and prepare to explore all that Michigan has to offer. The best part? You and your new friends get to make the plan! Spend Sunday night finding all the best places to go; options could include taking a ferry to Mackinac Island for some world famous fudge, a visit to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, or even visit an art museum or zoo. The choices are endless and completely up to you! Girls will work towards their Ultimate Recreation Challenge or Traveler badge.
Counselor-In-Training 2 (3 week session) (Week 1)
Currently in grades 8-11
3 weeks |$200| Jun 12-Jul 1
This three-week opportunity is for the aspiring camp counselor (for girls going into grades 11-12). CIT II participants will spend nights in their own unit and receive ongoing supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Director while learning the skills needed to be an outstanding camp counselor during the day. CIT II‘s will experience the challenges and rewards of working with younger girls through training that includes application of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, exploring the various leadership styles, learning positive behavior techniques, age and social characteristics, and resident camp skills. Participants will have an opportunity to observe unit and program staff, evaluate experiences, and receive guidance from the CIT Director as they assist in units, building up to spending an entire day with their assigned unit. Prerequisite: CIT I. Girls will earn their CIT II pin. Girls will go home the weekends between their three weeks.
Horsin' Around (Week 2)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 19-24
Are you ready to get on a horse for the first time? You’ll head to Dusty Boots Ranch two days during the week to learn the basics of horseback riding! Once your skills are assessed, you’ll learn how to take care of a horse, practice grooming skills, learn to stop, steer, and control your horse, horse anatomy or more. You'll also get to learn from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll swim, hike, cook a meal over the fire, and much more!
Saddle Up (Week 2)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 19-24
Are you ready to take your riding to the next level? Spend two days of your week at Dusty Boots Ranch where you’ll work on more advanced riding skills like loping or cantering. Go on a trail ride, weather permitting. You'll also get to learn about horse health from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll do all the fun camp activities like swimming, hiking, cooking a meal over the fire, and much more! Prerequisites: Girls must have attended Horsin' Around or Saddle Up during previous years at camp or have other horse experience.
Right on Target (Week 2)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jun 19-24
Camp adventure is high and the fun is big—like, really big! Spend the week trying new things and exploring the great outdoors. Conquer the high challenge course, take your target skills to the next level with tomahawk throwing and archery, and amp up your cook out with some campfire gourmet. This is your ultimate camp experience with all that camp has to offer! Girls will work toward the Archery badge.
Into the Woods: Manistee National Forest (Week 2)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day | $525 | Jun 19-24
To the wilderness and back again! Take your camping to the next level on a backpacking trip to the Manistee National Forest. Girls will spend their first day at Camp Libbey gathering gear and preparing for their trip. Then head to Michigan and spend three days and two nights on the trail. You'll cook your own meals and see beautiful scenic views and waterfalls. Girls may bring their own backpacking backpack or use one of camp's. Girls must be able to hike several miles a day carrying a loaded pack. Recommended: Girls take Backpacking Basics offered through GSWO. Girls will work toward their Adventurer or Ultimate Recreation Challenge badges.
Counselor-in-Training 1 (2-week) (Week 2)
Currently in grades 9-11
2 weeks |$180| Jun 19-24 and Jun 26-Jul 1
This two-week opportunity is for girls who are ready to begin exploring the pathway to camp leadership (for girls going into grades 10-12). Topics covered in training include: introduction to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, age and social characteristics of younger campers, essential skills needed to be a great counselor, and how to lead songs and games. CIT I’s will spend nights in their own unit and receive ongoing supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Director, while building teamwork skills, and observing unit staff. Girls will work towards their CIT pin. Girls will go home between their two weeks.
Horsin' Around (Week 3)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 26-Jul 1
Are you ready to get on a horse for the first time? You’ll head to Dusty Boots Ranch two days during the week to learn the basics of horseback riding! Once your skills are assessed, you’ll learn how to take care of a horse, practice grooming skills, learn to stop, steer, and control your horse, horse anatomy or more. You'll also get to learn from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll swim, hike, cook a meal over the fire, and much more!
Saddle Up (Week 3)
Currently in grades 3-7
6 day | $490 | Jun 26-Jul 1
Are you ready to take your riding to the next level? Spend two days of your week at Dusty Boots Ranch where you’ll work on more advanced riding skills like loping or cantering. Go on a trail ride, weather permitting. You'll also get to learn about horse health from experts in the field like a horse ferrier, dentist or chiropractor. Back at Camp Libbey, you'll do all the fun camp activities like swimming, hiking, cooking a meal over the fire, and much more! Prerequisites: Girls must have attended Horsin' Around or Saddle Up during previous years at camp or have other horse experience.
Choose Your Adventure (Week 3)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jun 26-Jul 1
Work with your group to choose your adventures this week. You could tackle the high ropes course, spend a night sleeping in hammocks or under the stars, go for a night swim, shoot archery, throw tomahawks, and more! It’s up to you and your group to decide - there are so many possibilities! Create your camp experience based on what you choose to do!
Climb On! (Week 3)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jun 26-Jul 1
It’s all about the equipment – ropes, helmet, harness, and the hardware. You’ll become the master of all of them. Work through elements on the low challenge course, see how high you can go on the climbing wall and master the high challenge course. When you’ve had enough, jump off and away you go down the zip line! When you need a break from the heights, choose other camp activities like swimming, archery and more. Girls will complete steps toward the Climbing Adventure badge.
Let's Explore: Mammoth Cave National Park (Week 3)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day | $550 | Jun 26-Jul 1
Head down to Mammoth Cave National Park to explore both in the caves and around the park. You and your group will spend the week having the ultimate adventure! You'll go on walking cave tours where you hike through the caves learning about the history and geology of Mammoth Cave, with plenty of time for hiking outside around the park, too. Then, hop in a canoe or kayak and paddle down the river. At night, look up to the stars and enjoy the view in one of the world's newest International Dark Sky Parks. Girls will work towards their Ultimate Recreation Challenge or Adventurer badge.
Wanderers (Week 5)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jul 10-15
Pack a backpack and wander out to the less-traveled trails of camp! Spend your session exploring parts of camp not many others see. On your second night, pick a spot and set up camp, cook your dinner, and sleep under the stars. Learn about Leave No Trace ethics and gain outdoor skills that will help you on future backpacking trips. Girls will work towards their Trailblazing badge.
Random Fandom (Week 5)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $335 | Jul 10-15
You've read their books, you watch them on the big screen, now spend your time at camp exploring your favorite fandoms with girls just as excited about them as you! Bring your books and knowledge and spend time focusing on different fandoms. From a galaxy far far away to Platform 9 ¾ and beyond, try your hand at lightsaber fights, games of quidditch, and adventurous challenges just like your favorite characters. While you’re at it, develop your own story and write your own comics to begin your path as the next great author! Girls will work toward their Comic Book artist badge.
Haunted Happenings (Week 5)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day | $565 | Jul 10-15
Learn the ins and outs of Ghost hunting from real paranormal investigators. You’ll learn about equipment and the best way to conduct an investigation. Then hit the road and visit some famous haunted locations. Learn the legends and tales associated with the haunts and maybe with some luck you’ll spot something yourself! Before the week ends you’ll conduct your own paranormal investigation!
Counselor-In-Training 2 (3-week) (Week 5)
Currently in grades 10-11
3 weeks | $200 | Jul 10-15, Jul 17-22 and Jul 24-29
This three-week opportunity is for the aspiring camp counselor (for girls going into grades 11-12). CIT II participants will spend nights in their own unit and receive ongoing supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Director while learning the skills needed to be an outstanding camp counselor during the day. CIT II‘s will experience the challenges and rewards of working with younger girls through training that includes application of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, exploring the various leadership styles, learning positive behavior techniques, age and social characteristics, and resident camp skills. Participants will have an opportunity to observe unit and program staff, evaluate experiences, and receive guidance from the CIT Director as they assist in units, building up to spending an entire day with their assigned unit. Prerequisite: CIT I. Girls will earn their CIT II pin. Girls will go home the weekends between their three weeks.
Choose Your Adventure (Week 6)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jul 17-22
Work with your group to choose your adventures this week. You could tackle the high ropes course, spend a night sleeping in hammocks or under the stars, go for a night swim, shoot archery, throw tomahawks, and more! It’s up to you and your group to decide - there are so many possibilities! Create your camp experience based on what you choose to do!
Adventure Bound (Week 6)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $345 | Jul 17-22
Do you crave adventure? Be ready to learn navigation skills and the basics of backpacking, then scale to the top of the high ropes course! You'll prove your skills by conquering the camp’s backcountry trails as you backpack to a remote outpost for an overnight you will never forget. Not enough? Top it all off with a canoe race down the Little Miami River. Girls will work towards their Trailblazing badge.
White Water Rafting: Upper New River (Week 6)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day | $575 | Jul 17-22
It’s time to grab a paddle and hold on as you set out to conquer the rapids on the Upper New River in West Virginia. You and your team will camp out under the stars and prepare your own meals, explore the rapids and learn to work together. When you’re not on the river, you'll experience the beautiful sites of the New River Gorge. Girls will work towards their Ultimate Recreation Challenge or Adventurer badge.
Counselor-in-Training 1 (2-week) (Week 6)
Currently in grades 9-11
2 week| $180 | Jul 17-22 and Jul 24-29
This two-week opportunity is for girls who are ready to begin exploring the pathway to camp leadership (Girls going into grades 10-12). Topics covered in training include: introduction to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, age and social characteristics of younger campers, essential skills needed to be a great counselor, and how to lead songs and games. CIT I’s will spend nights in their own unit and receive ongoing supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Director, while building teamwork skills, and observing unit staff. Girls will work towards their CIT pin. Girls will go home between their two weeks.
Wilderness Adventures (Week 7)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jul 24-29
Master your outdoor survival skills - take aim at the archery range, practice camouflage, teamwork and orienteering. Work with your group to build a shelter using knots you learn. Try your hand at throwing tomahawks, and sleep out under the stars! Your group will also get to choose from other activities like swimming, hiking and more. Girls will complete steps toward the Primitive Camper badge.
Climb On! (Week 7)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $335 | Jul 24-29
It’s all about the equipment – ropes, helmet, harness, and the hardware. You’ll become the master of all of them. Work through elements on the low challenge course, see how high you can go on the climbing wall, try crate stacking, and then master the high challenge course. When you’ve had enough, jump off and away you go down the zip line! When you need a break from the heights, choose other camp activities like swimming, archery and more. Girls will complete steps toward the Climbing Adventure badge.
Smoky Mountain Llama Trek (Week 7)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day | $575 | Jul 24-29
Explore the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in America. Spend the week away from Camp Whip Poor Will camping in Tennessee where you will visit some of the most iconic sites the Smokies have to offer. The highlight of the trip will be your Llama trekking experience! You’ll spend two days with your new llama friends - you'll do hikes on the first day and spend the second day hiking at the llama farm and seeing all the llamas! Girls will work towards their Ultimate Recreation Challenge, Adventurer, or Trailblazing badge.
Design Lab (Week 8)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $330 | Jul 31-Aug 5
Brainstorm, Build, Test! This week is all about using your imagination, finding problems, creating solutions, and coming up with new and exciting things. Work with your team to design, build, and test an animal life jacket. Design and create a camp cabin inspired by nature using unique supplies. Come up with more projects as a group, too. When you’re not busy creating, you’ll have plenty of time to take a ride down the zip line or shoot archery. Girls will work toward the Cadette Think Like an Engineer Journey.
Voyagers (Week 8)
Currently in grades 5-7
6 day | $345 | Jul 31-Aug 5
Become a true voyager by spending your week on the water. Perfect your paddling skills in either a canoe or kayak or both! Work with a team to build your own raft and race against your fellow Voyagers. Then head to the Little Miami River and put your skills to the test. Spend the night camped along the river listening to the water while watching the stars. You'll also swim, cook a meal over the fire and more.
Do or Donut (Week 8)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day | $375 | Jul 31-Aug 5
Grab your donut passport and trek on down the Butler County Donut Trail! You and your donut loving companions will travel to donut shops along the world famous donut trail, in the search of the best donut in Butler Co. Learn what it takes to keep a donut shop running and maybe a few trade secrets along the way. You'll have plenty of time back at camp each day to do all you other favorite camp activities too!
Cliff Hangers: Red River Gorge (Week 8)
Currently in grades 8-11
6 day | $540 | Jul 31-Aug 5
You've climbed the wall. You've conquered the high ropes course. Now it’s time to try the real thing! Head down to the Red River Gorge where you will meet with certified climbing guides and spend a day learning your knots, how to belay, and how to climb on real rocks. Then spend a second day in a harness learning how to rappel. You'll still have plenty of time to hike and check out all that Red River Gorge has to offer. Girls will work towards their Climbing Adventure, Adventurer or Ultimate Recreation Challenge badges.
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