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 | Featuring unique leadership opportunities for girls to work together, all summer camps offer a complete camp experience with themed and traditional camp activities like crafts, songs and campfires. |
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Day Camp — For Parents
All Girl Scouts San Diego day and overnight camps are accredited through the American Camp Association (ACA). This nationally recognized organization, which focuses on program quality and health and safety issues, requires camp managers to meet rigorous standards in every facet of operation. Girl Scouts San Diego is proud to meet these important criteria.
Day Camp FAQ's
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| Q: | When and where is extended care available? How much does it cost?
Extended care is available for camps based at our Balboa Campus, or with bus service to/from Balboa Campus. Morning care is offered from 7:30 a.m. until camp check-in. Afternoon care is available after camp until 6 p.m. Cost is $5 per morning or afternoon. Please be prepared to pay with check or cash at time of service. |
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| Q: | My girl wants to go to horse camp. What is a "returning rider?"
A returning rider is a camper who attended one of our horse day camps, earlier in the same summer or in a past year. |
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| Q: | How much time does my girl spend with horses at horse camp?
Each day, girls receive three hours of horse-related instruction in small groups: - A one-hour riding lesson in an arena
- One hour of horse care instruction and practice
- A one-hour clinic on various equestrian topics
Girls spend the rest of the day in our camp area of the ranch, enjoying crafts, games and activities related to that week's theme. |
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| Q: | How do I enroll my daughter with a friend?
If you register online, you will be prompted to supply a name of a "camp friend." If you register by mail, staple both campers' applications and payments together. Girls may only pick one "camp friend," and that buddy must also choose them. Most campers do not attend with a "camp friend," so don't worry if your camper doesn't have one. |
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| Q: | Can my camper's whole troop register together?
Sorry, we cannot guarantee placement of more than two campers in the same unit. Part of the magic of camp is making new friends. Please allow girls to experience and celebrate that philosophy! If girls from the same troop attend the same camp, they'll find it fun to carpool together and share stories on the way home each day. |
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| Q: | We registered... now what?
We will e-mail you a camp confirmation, an information guide and required paperwork shortly after we receive your registration. The guide details what to expect at camp and what girls need to bring. The camp director may also send a letter shortly before camp begins with last-minute reminders and information. |
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| Q: | I already turned in a Health History form for another day camp. Do I need to complete another one?
Yes. Records are not transferred from camp to camp. Health History forms are collected at check-in. If your camper is attending multiple camps, you may photocopy the original and bring a copy to each camp. |
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| Q: | What should my camper bring?
All girls need the following daily: A hearty lunch (refrigeration and microwave are not available); refillable water bottle; sunscreen; lip balm; sturdy, closed-toed walking shoes; clothing that can get dirty and a hat for hot days. Other items vary from camp to camp, such as bathing suits, towels and bandanas. Refer to individual camp information guide for other details. |
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| Q: | What does the COV rate mean?
COV (child of volunteer) is a discounted rate offered to campers whose parents volunteer for a week of day camp. For more information, please see the Day Camp Volunteers page. |
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| Q: | What is the difference between day and resident camp Counselor-in-Training (CIT) programs?
The day camp and resident camp CIT programs are completely independent offerings, designed and implemented with the unique characteristics of each program in mind. Advance training is required for day camp CITs only. For questions about day camp CITs, contact Sandy Sultz at ssultz@sdgirlscouts.org or (619) 610-0814; for resident camp CIT details contact Gabby Coburn at gcoburn@sdgirlscouts.org or (619) 610-0816. Learn more about the Day Camp Teen Mentoring Program. |
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Day Camp Fast Facts for Parents
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Facilities
- Camps are located throughout San Diego County, including Girl Scout properties, community parks and recreation centers.
Staff
- Qualified, enthusiastic, well-trained staff and volunteers develop and operate the highest quality camp program.
- All staff members are at least 18 years old.
- Each staff member undergoes an extensive application, interview and screening
process.
- All staff members are trained in child development, emergency and safety procedures, bullying prevention, group management, team building and more.
- Fifty percent or more of the staff is Red Cross First Aid and CPR certified.
- Ninety percent of staff members are community or parent volunteers.
- To volunteer at day camp, see our volunteer page.
Program
- All camps incorporate girl planning; campers help determine the program activities.
- Camps offer unique and varied programs to satisfy the interests of all girls.
- Camp activities teach girls new skills and help them learn about themselves as they have fun.
- Girls develop leadership as they discover, connect and take action with new friends!
- Youth leadership camp opportunities include our programs for Day Camp Aides and Counselors-in-Training
(formerly known as Program Aides).
- Enjoy an inside peek at your camper's experience! Our photographer will post photos to Bunk 1, a secure photo service. Parents have free access to view photos and may order prints for a small fee. Information will be provided in your confirmation materials.
Health care
- Health supervisors with First Aid and CPR training are on site at all day camps.
- Advanced medical consultation is available on call for all camps.
- Campers are reminded to apply their own sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) and drink plenty of water on a regular basis.
- Responsible adults are informed of campers' medical history to ensure proper first aid and medical assistance.
- Campers are encouraged to communicate any needs that may arise to camp staff.
Camper illness or injury
- Camp staff contacts the parent or guardian to pick up a camper in case of illness.
- Parents or guardians are expected to pick up the camper in a timely manner.
- Minor injuries are handled on-site, following directions from the parent or guardian listed on the Health History form.
- Parents or guardians are informed before their camper receives medical assistance.
- In life-threatening situations, emergency medical service will be notified before parents or guardians.
Camper medications
- The health care supervisor manages camper medication.
- Prescription medication must be prescribed by a doctor and be in its original prescription container with the camper's name.
- No over-the-counter medication is provided. If your camper takes over-the-counter medication, please provide the medication in its original package, along with written instructions for administration.
Staying safe at camp
- Camper drop-off and pick-up is closely monitored; campers are released only to adults listed by the parent or guardian.
- Campers always travel as "buddies" (in pairs).
- Camps diligently follow (or exceed) adult-to-child supervision ratios specified by Girl Scouts' Safety Activity Checkpoints (formerly Safety-Wise) and American Camp Association standards.
- All camps are located less than 15 minutes from emergency medical services.
Accommodating special needs (dietary, physical, medical and emotional)
- Contact the outdoor education specialist with specific considerations or needs in advance so we can best serve your camper.
- A staff member trained in special needs may be available for additional support upon request.
- We work actively with Kids Included Together to facilitate the successful inclusion of campers who have disabilities. Please contact the outdoor education specialist so we can learn how to support your camper.
Camp meals and special diets
- Campers bring their own sack lunches and beverages daily.
- Send non-perishable foods; no refrigeration is available.
- A nutritious snack is provided at least once a day.
- Indicate special dietary needs on the Health History form. You may wish to send an additional item for snack time if your camper's dietary needs are significant.
Emergency procedures
- Each camp has an established emergency action plan.
- In the event of an emergency, please contact the program assistant at (619) 610-0719.
Clothing and belongings
- Clearly mark all belongings with first and last names.
- Sturdy, closed-toe, closed-heel shoes required at all times.
- A school-size backpack is helpful to keep belongings together.
- Girls are given a camp T-shirt.
- Each girl receives a patch.
Transportation
- Buses are available from Balboa Campus for some camps at no additional cost: Aquatic Adventures, For the Love of Animals, Giddy Up Gold Rush, Dreamcatchers, Painted Ponies, and Technology Goddesses.
- Parents are responsible for arranging carpooling.
- If the camper is picked up late, extended care charges will apply at Balboa Campus. At locations where no extended care is available, there will be a $15 late pickup fee.
Lost and found
- Label everything with the camper's first and last names.
- Leave valuables at home; Girl Scouts is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- Camp staff makes every effort to return all lost items to their owners.
- All found items are available for pick-up at the Balboa Campus resource center.
Camp fees
- Camp fees defray expenses directly associated with camp operation, including staffing, activity supplies, program equipment, transportation, field trips and a camp T-shirt and patch for each camper.
- Tiered pricing and financial aid keeps camp affordable for all girls.
Extended care
- Extended care is available for camps based at our Balboa Campus, and for camps with bus service to/from Balboa Campus (horse day camps, For the Love of Animals, Aquatic Adventures and Technology Goddesses).
- Morning care is available each morning of camp from 7:30 a.m. until camp check-in.
- Afternoon care is available each afternoon from camp check-out until 6 p.m.
- Reservations are not required. Morning and afternoon care will be available each day of the camp season.
- Cost is $5 per visit, whether morning or afternoon. For example, if a girl needs care after camp for just one day, the cost is $5. If a girl needs before- and after-care each day, the fee is $10 per day.
- Extended care is provided in the Leadership Center.
- Please pay for Extended Care at time of service, with cash or check.
- For questions, please e-mail camp@sdgirlscouts.org or call (619) 610-0814.
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