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CAMPGuideThink Outside,

No Box Required

2020

Adventure

Friendship

Join us for an unforgettable summer!June 22 – August 28, 2020

Camp Sacajawea • Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore 242 Adelphia Road • Farmingdale • 732-751-2766

New Skills

Girl Scout Law

I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

Camp Sacajawea is an American Camp Association accredited camp. To earn this accreditation, we voluntarily meet more than 300 standards established by the ACA and maintain high safety and quality standards in site, program, transportation, administration, personnel, and health care.

All Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore camps meet ACA standards and NJ Youth Act standards in addition to guidelines provided by Girl Scouts of the USA.

At Girl Scout Camp, girls learn to think and have

fun outside the box, confidently using the skills

they develop at camp.

Accreditation

Girl Scout Promise

On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

About UsCamp Sacajawea is where girls learn and thrive outside the box. Located on 144 wooded acres in Farmingdale, New Jersey, Camp Sacajawea welcomes girls for summer camp from June 22 through August 28 and is open from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.It is owned and operated by Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, offering girls ages 3 to 15 unforgettable summer camp experiencesthat connect them to nature, build skills and foster friendship in a fun and safe environment. For information about how to join, volunteer, partner, or donate, visit GSFun.org or call (800) 785-2090.

Our Mission

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

2 GSFun.org/Sacajawea • 2020 Sacajawea Camp Guide

Camp Sacajawea is open to all girls, ages 3-15, and their sibling brothers, ages 3-12. You don’t have to be a Girl Scout to join the fun, so bring a friend!

Follow these four easy steps to get started.

Explore Your Options

Review this camp brochure and identify the activities you want to explore!

Consider Specialty Programs

Do you want to take your camp experience to the next level? Spend a week or more riding horses, getting hands-on with technology, or discovering our cooking opportunities. Or, consider an add-on program like campfire or a sleepover.

Choose Your Weeks

Which weeks fit your schedule best? Are there themes that you or your child don’t want to miss?

Sign Up

You only need $50 per week (non-refundable) to reserve your spot. (All equestrian sessions must be paid in full at time of registration.)

To register, visit GSFun.org/Sacajawea or call (732) 751-2766.

Camp Sacajawea is a great place for a girl to unlock her potential and discover the outdoor adventures that await her! Our unique environment helps her develop positive self-esteem, leadership skills and social skills, all while having the time of her life!

Girl Scout summer camp provides a vital building block to support girls’ growth and development, leading them to become successful, resourceful women. In an outdoor setting, girls discover a strong sense of self, gain practical life skills, become resourceful problem solvers, and cultivate healthy relationships.

Create Your Adventure at Camp Sacajawea This Summer!

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Mornings at Camp Sacajawea begin with an opening ceremony and flag-raising, followed by a rundown of the day’s activities. From there, campers go to their unit (their home base) where they prepare for a day of fun and excitement. Every day features swimming, plus a variety of activities that may include archery, boating, nature exploration, arts and crafts, climbing wall, zip line and other team-building activities.

Once a week, campers are welcome to stay late for a night around the campfire with more fun camp activities and dinner (weather permitting).

Camp Week Camp Theme Friday Campwide Event

Leadership Training

Cooking Camp

Week One June 22-26

Let’s Go to the Movies

Movie on the Big Screen

Week Two June 29-July 2

Campers Around the World!

Camp Closed Guard Start (Pt. 1)

Week Three July 6-10

Atlantis Cardboard Boat Races

Guard Start (Pt. 2) Camp Aide

Training (Pt. 1)

Cake Creations

Week Four July 13-17

Halloween in July

My Fairytale Dream (Performance)

Camp Aide Training (Pt. 2)

Week Five July 20-24

Sacajawea’s Magic Kingdom

Lip Sync Competition

Camp Aide Specialization

Cupcake Wars

Week Six July 27-31

Game Show Mania

Brain Game (Game Show)

Week Seven August 3-7

Willy Wonka Scavenger Hunt Cake Creations

Week Eight August 10-14

Survivor Messtival Activities

Week Nine August 17-21

Wizarding World of Sacajawea

Presentation by a Mad Scientist

Cupcake Wars

Week Ten August 24-28

Out of this World Carnival

Daily Activities

Every camper receives a camp t-shirt and mug with registration. Campers in basic camp will need a mess kit (reusable plate, bowl, cup and utensils) for the weekly Thursday Cook Out in their unit. The Trading Post has mess kits for sale, already assembled, just for you. We also have other incredible swag and camp clothing available for purchase. Show off your Sacajawea pride.

Camp Trading Post


Camp Week Wednesday Day Trip

Wednesday Family Dinner

Three-Night Stay

One/Two Day Sessions

Campfire / Overnight

Week One June 22-26

Yes Campfire Only

Week Two June 29-July 2

Yes Campfire with optional overnight

Week Three July 6-10

Camden Aquarium

Presentation by Eyes On Wild

Campfire with optional overnight

Week Four July 13-17


Week Five July 20-24

Pirate Ship Campfire with optional overnight

Week Six July 27-31

Visit by Jenkinson’s penguins


Week Seven August 3-7

Ocean County Planetarium


Week Eight August 10-14


Week Nine August 17-21

Allaire State Park


Week Ten August 24-28

Visit by Six Flags animals

Campfire Only

Daily ActivitiesMini Sessions

Camp Trading PostNot ready for a full week of camp? Get a taste of summer camp life at mini-camp with the same activities as our full-week campers. Three- and four-day opportunities are available with one- and two-day options during the first and second camp weeks only. Busing is not available for one- and two-day mini-camp sessions.

Mini Sessions


Archery

Bullseye! With the help of a certified instructor, campers will get the opportunity to learn how to safely use a bow and improve their shooting technique.

Arts and Crafts

Campers can explore their creativity in painting and drawing activities and classic camp crafts.

Before/After Care

Convenient Before and After Care is available for all campers. Before Care begins at 7:00 a.m. and After Care is offered until 6:00 pm. Full-week and daily options are available.

Boating

Under the supervision of trained specialists, campers learn how to boat and canoe safely as they paddle or row across the lake looking for the families of turtles that call scenic Brindle Lake home.

Busing

Bus transportation for three or more camp days is available for Camp Sacajawea from various locations throughout Monmouth and northern Ocean counties. Bus transportation is not prorated for partial weeks.

Campfire

On Wednesday evenings, campers can stay with us until 8:00 p.m. for an evening of fun and laughter that includes more of their favorite camp activities, dinner and an awesome campfire (weather permitting).

Camp Basics from A-Z

A summer on the lake at Camp Sacajawea gives

girls a different perspective on nature as they see

the wildlife that lives beneath the water.


Campfire with Overnight

After enjoying campfire activities, campers entering fourth grade and above may spend the night at camp to take the fun and friendship to the next level. Breakfast and lunch will be provided the next day.

Camp Color Clash

During one special week of camp, campers are divided into teams and compete in a variety of exciting challenges. Bragging rights go to the team with the most points at the end of the week.

Cook Out

Camp cuisine is a culinary delight. Every Thursday, campers in basic camp units prepare meals in their units. Selections may include mac and cheese, spaghetti and the ever-popular pizza fondue.

Climbing Wall

Reaching new heights can be taken literally on Sacajawea’s climbing wall! Campers entering fourth grade and above challenge themselves to discover how high they can climb.

Family BBQ

Families are invited to join their camper for dinner and a campfire several times over the summer. Discover why your camper sees Sacajawea as her summer home. Dates and registration information are available online.

Girl Scout Badges

Girls in kindergarten through eighth grade can earn Girl Scout badges to place on their uniforms and wear all year round. These badges are an exclusive to Girl Scouts and are available to earn at Girl Scout Camp.

Swimming

Every day, our campers have the opportunity to cool off in our swimming pool. Play games with friends or swim on their own.

Team-Building

Trust and teamwork are essential in life, and Sacajawea’s low-ropes course demonstrates its importance to campers in a fun and challenging way.

Zip Line

Nothing is more exhilarating than feeling the wind against your face while flying down our zip line. Available for campers entering fourth grade and older.


Girl Scout Badge Opportunities

Specialty Programs

Daisy (K-1) Brownie (2-3) Junior (4-5) Cadette (6-8)

Week One Roller Coaster Design

Racecar Design Crane Design Science of Happiness

Week Two Buddy Camper Outdoor Adventurer

Social Butterfly Special Agent

Week Three Outdoor Art Maker

Outdoor Art Creator

Outdoor Art Explorer

Outdoor Art Apprentice

Week Four Board Game Designer

Making Games Digital Game Design

Babysitter

Week Five Good Neighbor Girl Scout Way Girl Scout Way Girl Scout Way

Week Six Digital Game Design

Digital Game Design

Digital Game Design

Babysitter

Week Seven Eco-Learner Eco-Friend Eco-Camper Eco-Trek

Week Eight Climbing Adventure

Climbing Adventure

Climbing Adventure

Climbing Adventure

Week Nine Trail Adventure Trail Adventure Trail Adventure Trail Adventure

Week Ten Space Science Explorer

Space Science Adventurer

Space Science Investigator

Space Science Researcher

Three-Night Stay

A highlight for campers every summer. On Monday, campers meet their unit to plan their stay. From Tuesday through Friday, they live at camp, experiencing outdoor cooking, campfires, and more!

Cake Creation

Discover how to make, bake, fill, and decorate cakes! Create a themed showpiece cake to take home.

Cupcake Wars

Learn how to bake creative, professional-style cupcakes. Workwith a variety of flavors and techniques to create themed cupcakes.

Day Trips (New!)

You spoke, we listened! We have added day trips to create additional adventure for campers.

Equestrian (New Location!)

Spend half a day at the stable, located minutes from camp (transportation provided).

Professional staff will show all aspects of horsemanship, including proper horse care and how to ride.

Technology (New!)

Technology advances occur faster than ever before. We provide a solid foundation, letting campers get hands-on as they make electronic circuits and program various devices, including robots.


Know a teen or adult interested in working with girls who wants to be involved with camp and Girl Scouts? Working at Camp Sacajawea may be just the right fit for them! Working at Camp Sacajawea is the perfect opportunity to build and practice life skills like communication, teamwork, decision making, public speaking and more! Plus, she’ll create lifelong friendships while inspiring the next generation of girl leaders.

Visit the camp website for more information.

Leadership Opportunities

We’re Hiring!

Working at Sacajawea is a great opportunity

for students and teachers seeking summer

excitement.

Girl Scout camp is where girls thrive in the great outdoors, take on new challenges and gain leadership skills that last a lifetime.

Camp Program Aide (CPA)

Girls, eighth grade and above, who train as a Camp Program Aide, learn more about themselves and strengthen their leadership skills in areas including group dynamics, decision making and conflict resolution. There is a strong emphasis on the learn-by-doing philosophy under the supervision of our experienced staff. Upon completion of CPA training, girls may apply for up to two weeks of CPA Mentorship and will receive the Program Aide Pin and the Wonders of Water Leader In Action.

CPA Mentorship

Our CPA Mentorship program gives girls who have completed CPA training the opportunity to share their leadership and outdoor skills with younger campers under the guidance of experienced camp staff. Upon completing their two-week mentorship, girls will receive their Counselor-In-Training I Pin.

CPA Specialization

After completing their CPA training, girls can specialize in a specific area of camp. Opportunities include archery, boating, equestrian, and team-building. Upon completion, girls will receive their Counselor-In-Training II Pin.

Guard Start

This training focuses on the foundations of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Tomorrow program. Instructors emphasize water safety, fitness, response, leadership and professionalism. Girls must be able to swim 25 yards without becoming tired, breathless or stopping for breath.

Girls who complete the CPA program are eligible to be hired as camp staff when they turn 15 years old.


Add-OnsCamp Prices

Basic Camp (Girls, Siblings, Fireflies)

$300/$280*

Four Day Mini-Camp $280Three Day Mini-Camp $255Two Day Mini-Camp $195One Day Mini-Camp $100Three-Night Stay $395Equestrian $420Cupcake Wars $330Cake Creation $330Technology $330CPA $450CPA Specialization $125Guard Start $475

Campfire $45Campfire with Ovenight $60Wednesday Day Trip $75Family BBQ $10 ppFull Week Busing $80Full Week Extended Care

$125

Daily Before Care $15Daily After Care $15

Camp Policies and pricing

Camp Registration

Camp registration is completed online with our easy-to-use registration software. It’s simple! You will be able to provide most necessary information online, except for waivers and medical forms related to our horse and Guard Start programs. If you have questions during the registration process, call 732-751-2766. We are happy to help.

Change Fees

A $15 change fee will be charged to camper accounts for each change to a camper’s schedule made after June 19, 2020.

Payments and Medical Information

All outstanding balances, waiver forms, and medical information are due two weeksbefore a camper’s first day at camp. After this date, a $25 late fee will be applied.

Refunds

Complete refunds are available for all campers through May 1, 2020. A non-refundable $50 cancellation fee will be applied to each week of camp through June 1, 2020. No refunds after June 1, 2020, excluding medical exceptions. A 50% refund will be provided if inclement weather forces camp to close for more than half of a camp week.

* No Camp on Friday, July 3


Girl Scouts spend the year together, why should they spend the summer apart? Troops that attend Camp Sacajawea together participate in the activities, experiences, personal growth, traditions, and fun of a summer at camp with their best friends, making great new friends along the way. Register your troop for a week at Camp Sacajawea.

When you come to camp, every girl will receive our Troop At Day Camp patch and the troop will receive a $50 discount on a future council Program On-Demand.

Expires December 18, 2020. Must meet Program On-Demand requirements.

early registration savings & perks

Bring Your Troop

Not a Girl Scout? No problem. Camp Sacajawea is open to EVERY girl who wants to challenge herself in the outdoors! A $40 Girl Scout registration fee will be added to the first week of your registration so you can discover all that Girl Scouts has to offer. If a camper is too young to be a Girl Scout or a camper’s sibling brother, a $40 application fee will be charged at the time of registration.

Camp friendships are the best friendships. When

girls bond over the summer the connection lasts

all year and the yearly reunions are magical.

Camp is for ALL girls

Girls create incredible friendships at Sacajawea,

but attending with their Girl Scout Troop is another

great way to come closer together.

Free Gift

All campers who register by April 23, 2020 will receive a special camp backpack.

Invite A Friend

When a registered camper refers a friend to attend a full week of basic camp, both will receive a $10 per week trading post credit.

Leader Discount

Girl Scout leaders receive $15 off all full weeks of camp for their daughters, excluding equestrian. Discount offers may not be combined.

Sibling Discount

A second child receives $10 off full weeks of basic camp. $15 off full weeks is provided for the third child and beyond. Discount offers may not be combined.

Financial Assistance

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore ensures that all girls can experience the adventure at its summer camps by providing financial assistance to families in need. For more information, visit the camp website.

* No Camp on Friday, July 3


FebruaryArchery TournamentGrades 2-12 • Program Activity Center • $10 per duoSaturday, February 89:00 - 10:00 a.m. (Gr. 6-12)10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Gr. 2-3) 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Gr. 4-5)

Girls, grab an adult as a partner and compete against other Girl Scout teams to identify Girl Scouts’ best archers. All duos go home with their tournament targets and winners receive trophies. Adults must attend a mandatory safety check prior to the event.

Sing-A-LongGrades K-12 • Program Activity Center • $5Saturday, February 15, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Girl Scout songs are special. Girls will connect with their sister Girl Scouts from across the state while learning new songs from women who write them!

MarchHowling Good TimeGrades 2-12 • Program Activity Center • $16 before Sunday, March 1Thursday, March 12, 6:45 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Girl Scout Brownies and older will get up close and personal with a wolf and learn about their lifestyle and habitat. Girls will even get to meet a wolf cared for by the Howling Woods Wolf Reservation. Parental supervision is required.

Experience Sacajawea All YearExtend the camp experience beyond summer! We have plenty of

opportunities to explore the great outdoors during every season at

Camp Sacajawea and our Program Activity Center located on-site.

We also offer a variety of engaging programs at our sister camp,

Camp Amity Acres in Waretown.


Archery ClubGrades 2-12 • Program Activity Center • $5 monthlyTuesday, March 17, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Is your girl ready for archery? Girls who are Girl Scout Brownies and older will learn archery range rules, tournament rules, and how to set up an archery range. Girls will practice shooting, learn how to score, and track their progress.

AprilArchery ClubGrades 2-12 • Program Activity Center • $5 monthlyTuesday, April 7, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

MayHiker/Letterboxer ComboGrades 2-3 • Camp Amity Acres • $16 before Monday, April 20Monday, May 4, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.Have a busy schedule? Here’s a program tailor-made for Girl Scouts on the go! Girls will earn two badges during this three-hour program while learning about maps and compasses and what a letterbox is. They will then go on a hunt for hidden letterboxes and make a snack.

FirebuildingGrades 4-8 • Camp Sacajawea • $13 before Thursday, April 23Thursday, May 7, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

It’s a thrill to build your first campfire. After learning important fire safety, Girl Scout Juniors and Cadettes will collect the correct types of wood for the very best campfire. Girls will partner to start their own mini-fire and end the day making a banana boat dessert on your personal fire.

Pickle BallGrades 4-5 • Program Activity Center $15 before Tuesday, April 28Tuesday, May 12, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

It’s the newest, most exciting sport at the Jersey Shore! Girl Scout Juniors will learn the rules of Pickle Ball and play this paddle sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis.

Pickle BallGrades 4-5 • Program Activity Center • $15 before Thursday, April 30Thursday, May 14, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.


If you haven’t seen Camp Sacajawea

outside of summer camp,

you haven’t fully seen Sacajawea.

Archery ClubGrades 2-12 • Program Activity Center • $5 monthlyThursday, May 14, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Ready, Set, Go Camping!Grades K-1 • Camp Sacajawea • $15 by Friday, May 1Friday, May 15, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Ready to try a camping taste test? Girls will cook delicious campfire stew over a propane stove. They will also compete in a sleeping bag relay race and practice tying some new knots. They will also learn how to put up a tent before decorating your own bandanna to take home.

FirebuildingGrades 4-8 • Camp Amity Acres • $13 before Thursday, May 7Thursday, May 21, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Hiker/Letterboxer ComboGrades 2-3 • Camp Sacajawea • $16 before Thursday, May 14Monday, May 25, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Discover these programs and much more on the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore website • GSFun.org/activities


If you haven’t seen Camp Sacajawea

outside of summer camp,

you haven’t fully seen Sacajawea.

JuneGame On!Grades 2-3 • Camp Sacajawea $12 before Thursday, May 21Thursday, June 4, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Games didn’t just appear; people had to create them. Girl Scout Brownies will earn the Making Games Badge while creating new games and sharing them with others.

Archery ClubGrades 2-12 • Program Activity Center • $5 monthlyWednesday, June 10, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Brownie Sampler • Daisies Bridging to BrowniesGrade 1 • Camp Sacajawea $14 by Wednesday, June 3 Wednesday, June 17, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

First-grade Girl Scout Daisies, who will become Brownies, get a taste of what it’s like to be a Brownie in this program and ceremony at camp. Girls will sample Brownie Badge activities from the Brownie Girl’s Guide to Girl Scouting and from Brownie Girl Scout Journeys.

Discover these programs and much more on the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore website • GSFun.org/activities

Adult ActivitiesBasic Outdoor TrainingCamp Sacajawea • $10Saturday, May 2, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

In one fun-filled Spring day, we provide adults with the outdoor skills necessary to take girls on outdoor adventures, including how to safely prepare a campfire to make s’mores. An optional overnight addition is also available for adults who want to take girls camping overnight.

Full Course CPR/AED TrainingProgram Activity Center • $45Sunday, February 9, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.mSaturday, April 4, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Girl Scout volunteers receive a special discount price for this American Red Cross certification for Adult/Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid. This training fulfills the requirement to provide a “First Aider” for troop meetings and certain activities specified in the Safety Activities Checkpoints.


Discover What Camp Sacajawea Is All About!It’s never too early to think about summer. Join us and discover camp for yourself. Meet camp staff, learn about our exciting plans for the year, and ask questions of our experienced staff. To register, visit GSFun.org/Sacajawea

Register for any full week of camp, excluding equestrian, within 48 hours to save up to $100 on a fun-filled summer, plus receive a $5 per week trading post credit.

2020 Camp Open Houses

Saturday, January 18 • 1:00-4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center, Farmingdale

Tuesday, February 18 • 5:00-7:00 p.m. Program Activity Center, Farmingdale

Saturday, March 21 • 1:00-4:00 p.m. Program Activity Center, Farmingdale

Friday, April 24 • 5:00-7:00 p.m. Program Activity Center, Farmingdale

Tuesday, May 19 • 5:00-7:00 p.m. Camp Sacajawea, Farmingdale

Get Started Now • GSFun.org/Sacajawea

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CAMP Guide - 4.files.edl.io · skills and social skills, all while having the time of her life! Girl Scout summer camp provides a vital building block to . support girls’ growth