Volunteer for day camp!

We are always looking for adult volunteers, as they are essential to the day camp experience. Volunteers develop their own leadership skills while having as much fun as the campers! They connect with their daughters, mentor other girls, experience the outdoors and make friends. Volunteers' children receive significantly discounted camp fees, and there is no cost to volunteer. Apply soon for best placement options.

Volunteers with children at camp

Volunteers who serve for at least one week receive a discounted camp rate for their child. If a COV (child of volunteer) rate is listed on a camp's pricing bar, that camp utilizes volunteers. To volunteer, register your child online or by mail and indicate your interest on the form. An application and background check information will automatically be sent to you. The camp director or outdoor education specialist will be in touch for a phone interview and to determine how you may be able to help. If you are not selected to volunteer, your daughter may attend camp at the regular rate.

COV/Boy or Preschool indicates a camp that can accommodate male or preschool siblings of campers in order to allow their parents to volunteer at camp. The boys and preschoolers enjoy activities in their own groups, with their own leaders. Please contact the camp director or the outdoor education specialist for information.

To receive the COV rate for your camper, volunteers agree to work the full week of camp.

Volunteers without children at camp

There are many ways for volunteers to help at day camp, for a few hours or for a full week. You might help with science experiments, teach knitting, lead a sailing lesson or provide logistic support to a director... it's up to you! If you'd like to share your talents or interests at day camp, complete the Day Camp Volunteer Application. Submit the application to Mary Mautino at Girl Scouts San Diego, 1231 Upas St., San Diego, CA 92103 or by fax at (619) 298-2031 or e-mail at mmautino@sdgirlscouts.org.

Adult volunteer opportunities and training

• Camp director - plans and implements day camp, including developing a budget, planning program and training and supervising day camp volunteers and staff
• Assistant camp director - assists the director in planning and organizing a camp
• Program director - helps to plan and implement general camp activities
• Unit leader/counselor - leads a group of campers through the week of fun activities
• Health supervisor - manages health and safety through prevention and treatment
• Program volunteer - shares expertise or hobby with campers during a short workshop or presentation
• Business manager - maintains the budget and finances of a camp
• Training sessions:
  • Camp-specific volunteer training: Various dates to be announced
  • First Aid, CPR, program and outdoor training are available for all Girl Scout volunteers, including day camp folks! Consider your options at www.sdgirlscouts.org/training.