Camp Frequently Asked Questions
Who can go to Girl Scout camp?
Girl Scout camp is open to all girls currently in K through 11th grade. Girls do not need to be involved in Girl Scouting prior to registering for camp. Each camp offers specific programs for different ages.
Is financial assistance available?
Yes. An application for financial aid, also called a campership, is available. Camperships are awarded based on need to girls living within our Council geographic borders. Applications are reviewed by a volunteer committee once a month.To apply for financial aid, complete the application, a camp registration card and submit with the $50 deposit. Call the office 888.474.9686 with any questions or for further assistance in applying.
What is a day at camp like?
Every day at camp is different and special because at Girl Scout camp, campers work with their counselors to make decisions and create their own experience! Camp will include many traditional activities like swimming, boating, arts and crafts, hiking, cooking over a fire, camping out, games and sports, and so much more. You will spend most of the day with your unit – a small group of girls who selected the same program and are of similar age – and your own counselors. As a team, you will work together to create a fun, exciting and safe session like no other!
What options are available?
- Day Camp: Nine locations across NH and VT with a week or two of cool activities, generally from 9 am -4 pm, great counselors, bus service and more!
- Resident Camp: Camp Chenoa in Antrim, NH, and Camp Farnsworth in Thetford, VT; programs for girls currently in K through 11th grade from 4 days to 2 weeks with everything from horses to boating, art to theater, rock climbing to spas!
- Family Programs: Programs for adult and girl pairs at Chenoa and Farnsworth, plus family weekends at both camps open to everyone in the family!
- Troop Events: Bring your whole troop for a weekend of planned program, meals in the dining hall and out of this world fun. There will be boating, swimming, archery, crafts, cool camp staff and more.
How do I get more information and register?
You can download a PDF copy of our Summer Pathways Guide which includes locations, dates, and all registration material here or click here to request one be mailed to you. Specific fees and program descriptions are on each camp's page.
Questions about resident camp? Contact Carrie at 888.4749686 ext. 147 or email cgreen@girlscoutsgwm.org. For information about day camp, contact Jess at 888.474.9686 ext. 173 or jriendeau@girlscoutsgwm.org.
Is it too late to register?
No. We accept registrations up until the start of each program. There are still spaces in many of our programs. Click on the "Click here to register"button to see the online calendar and which programs are still open. See you at camp!
Can my daughter meet the camp staff before camp starts?
Yes, all of our camps offer an Open House.
If I sent a health card last year do I need to send another one this year?
Yes. Previous years' health cards are not available.
Does my daughter have to stay for the day camp overnight?
No, the overnights at day camp are optional. Each day camp runs their overnight differently. When you receive your parent packet you will get the specific information for the camp your camper will be attending.
Will there be a staff member on the day camp bus with the girls?
Yes. All buses have trained staff members who ride with the girls and sing songs to help the girls have fun during the ride.
Is there an opportunity for me to visit my daughter while she is at day camp?
Each camp runs a little differently, but some do offer a parent visit day. Check your parent packet for more information.
Does my camper need to bring a lunch to day camp?
Yes. We recommend that you pack her a lunch larger than what you normally pack for school, as she will be very active throughout the day. Your camper's unit may cook lunch one day, in that case she would come home with a note the day before letting you know that you do not need to pack her a lunch.