Day Camps in the Maumee Valley Region
Girls are invited to attend any and as many camp(s) of their choice. This summer, Day Camp opportunities are being offered to provide girls with an exciting, specialized camp experience. In the Maumee Valley Region, day camp is a daytime experience and can be a one-day workshop or a program that lasts three to five consecutive days with a special-interest theme. Some may feature Try-It or badge work while others offer skill or leadership development and one even offers an overnight opportunity. Each day camp will differ in its daily schedule; however, most camps run Monday through Friday and times vary depending on the camp.

Registration
We encourage you to register at least three weeks prior to the start date of the camp of your choice. If minimum participation is not met we reserve the right to cancel programs. If space is available after the “Register by” date and the program is going, we will contact the provider to determine the possibility of adding more participants.

Adult/Girl Ratio
Because camp is a place for girls to make new friends, girls will be grouped with girls from different troops. Applications are processed individually, not as groups or troops. A day camp closes when the maximum number of campers for that camp has been reached. Day camp capacities may be impacted by the number of volunteers available to staff the camp. All Girl Scouts of Western Ohio - Maumee Valley Region camps follow the Safety-Wise guidelines for adult/girl ratios: Brownie Girl Scout (Grades 1-3), 2:12; Junior Girl Scout (Grades 4-6), 2:16; Cadette and Senior Girl Scouts (Grades 7-12), 2:20. Maximum numbers, in most cases, are based on adult volunteer participation.

T-Shirts/ Patches/Badges
Most Day Camp fees include a 2008 Day Camp T-shirt unless stated otherwise. Camps that do not include a T-shirt are identified. This is our effort to help keep costs at a minimum. All girls will receive a day camp patch unless stated otherwise. Some of the camps focus on a specific Brownie Try-It, Junior Badge, STUDIO 2B Focus Book or Interest Patch (IP) for 11-17 year olds. However earned Girl Scout badges, charms and patches are not included in the cost of the camp.

Weather Conditions
In the event of severe weather (thunderstorms with lightning or tornado watch or warning), Girl Scouts of Western Ohio - Maumee Valley Region reserves the right to cancel camp activities. Our prime concern is the safety of our campers. No refunds or alteration in fees will be made. Call the Girl Scout Service Center or listen to your local radio station for cancellations or delays.

Tag-A-Longs
Tag-a-Long children are non-registered girls, preschool boys and girls and 6 to 11 year-old boys. Tag-a-longs cannot be brought to council-sponsored day camps.

Volunteers Are Needed!
Our day camps are staffed by adult volunteers and trained Program Aides willing to accept leadership roles. We have a deep gratitude for these adults because they keep our day camp programs affordable. There are many roles for adults: director, unit leader or unit assistant. Camp directors and unit assistants are needed at day camps. Moms, dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents and other adult friends are invited to volunteer.

Adults volunteering, who have not already completed the Volunteer Application with three references, will be asked to do so prior to the start of the camp volunteering for.

Camp Director - a volunteer who has agreed to be in charge of the camp. The camp director must attend every day and is responsible for the paperwork, supervision and, in some cases, the planning and implementation of the program. The camp director must be first-aid and CPR certified. (Please include a copy of certification cards with volunteer application.)

Unit Assistant - may be in charge of attendance, paperwork, assisting with program and supervision of children.

All volunteers are required to attend a mandatory training.

Volunteer benefits for Special Interest Day Camps
 

Your assistance as a full-time volunteer include:

• Discounted fees for camp. Adults who attend the required camp training sessions and volunteer all week are entitled to discounts for their daughter to attend day camps. Camp directors can send one daughter to camp for free and unit assistants will receive a $25 discount for one daughter to attend the same camp.

• Guaranteed spot in the program volunteered at for one daughter.

• Up to five days in a new environment away from telephones and the routines of life.

• Quality time with girls.

• Assist in providing programming that will help girls grow strong.

• Satisfaction and reward of knowing you had a positive impact on a young person’s life.

SPECIAL INTEREST DAY CAMP OPPORTUNITIES

 

"A" TO "ZOO" TO YOU The Toledo Zoo, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 2-3
For as little as $33 a day you can explore the Toledo Zoo while enjoying arts, crafts, games and tours centered on an animal theme while working on requirements for the “Animals” Try-It. UA – Two unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $140	Date: June 23-27 Time:  9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV201
Cost:  $165	Min/Max:  12/24

CRAZY CREATIONS GS Service Center, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 1-3
In this one-week art program, you will develop your creativity and explore your artistic abilities while learning about many different kinds of art. UA – One unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $93	Date: July 7-11 Time:  10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV202 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $118	Min/Max:  10/15

GOOD GOLLY THAT'S GROSS GS Service Center, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 1-3
Become a scientist and try your hand at experiments that are messy and sometimes gross. You will explore naturally found as well as some man made “gross” stuff. UA – Three unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $80.	Date: July 21-25 Time:  10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV203 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $105	Min/Max:  10/15

PAWS, CLAWS, AND PET CARE Toledo Humane Society, Maumee, OH	Grades Entering: 2-3
Learn about pets’ not just dogs and cats. Talk to a veterinarian, a Humane Society Cruelty Officer and a wildlife rehabilitator about their work saving animals. Spend time each day with the animals at the Humane Society while working on the “Animals” Try-It. In the first two weeks of registration, girls who have never attended this camp will be given priority over those who have attended before to allow for more girls to experience this program. UA – Two unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $70.	Date: July 7-11 Time:  10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV208 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $95	Min/Max:  10/16

"NEW" SCRUMPTIOUS DILLIUMPCIOUS GS Service Center, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 2-3
In this cooking program, you will learn to cook simple meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Using your cooking skills you will try a new dessert with actual Girl Scout cookies as the ingredients. On Friday you will prepare a meal and share it with your adult friend for lunch, and try your hand at some artistic activities. UA – One unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $210.	Date: June 23-27 Time:  9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV209
Cost:  $235	Min/Max:  10/15

HORSIN' AROUND Stonehaven Farms,  Ottawa Lake, MI	Min/Max:  7/8
This camp is for girls who want to spend time with horses. Along with Stonehaven camp counselors you will learn how to groom, bathe, lead, and feed horses. The camp will include a one-hour English riding lesson daily and farm games. Physical exam by a physician is required for this program. UA - One unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is reduced by $25.	Grades Entering: 2-3 Date: June 30-July 2 Time:  9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Code:  1MV204 Cost: $162   Date: August 6-8 Time:  9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Code:  1MV205 Cost: $162
	Grades Entering: 4-6 Date: July 8-11 Time:  9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Code:  1MV304 Cost: $200   Date: July 21-24 Time:  9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Code:  1MV305 Cost: $200

MOTHER/DAUGHTER PAINTIN' PLATES Paintin' Plates, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 1-12
Paintin’ Plates is offering a great Mother/Daughter program where together you will create a necklace hanger and 10” mirror. Together you will create your design and glaze your tiles so that they will become family heirlooms that last a lifetime.	Date: June 25, July 9 & July 16 Time:  6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Code:  1MV504
Cost:  $120	Min/Max:  8/25

"NEW" STARRY, STARRY NIGHT GS Service Center, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 2-6
Come and learn about constellations, phases of the moon, celestial navigation, and the night sky like never before. You will get a chance to experience the STAR Lab, a giant portable planetarium while learning fun facts about our solar system.	Date: July 21 Time:  6 - 9 p.m. Code:  1MV506 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $15	Min/Max:  20/40

"NEW" COOL BEADING! Bonita Bead Boutique, Maumee, OH	Grades Entering: 4-6
During this beading program you will learn a variety of beading design techniques. Create your own wire-wrapping ring, multiple strand clay beaded necklace and learn to weave beautiful bracelets.	Date: July 7-9 Time:  9 a.m. - 12 noon Code:  1MV301
Cost:  $141	Min/Max:  7/12

EARTH'S GIFTS 577 Foundation, Perrysburg, OH	Grades Entering: 4-12
Here is an opportunity for you to enjoy some of the “artistic gifts of the earth”. You will spend time creating pottery with a professional potter, discover the amazing gardens and grounds of the 577 Foundation and find out about honey and honey bees. Paint in the garden like the Impressionist painters while working on the “Ceramics and Clay” badge. UA - One unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $155.	Date: July 14-18 Time:  9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Code:  1MV505
Cost:  $180	Min/Max:  8/12

"NEW" JUST DESSERTS GS Service Center, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 4-6
Come and spend some quality time with your special adult. You will get a chance to try new recipes, making fun deserts, and make a cook book to take home at the end of the week while working on the “Lets Get Cooking” badge. One adult per child may attend at no charge.	Date: August 4-7 Time:  6 - 8 p.m. Code:  1MV303
Cost:  $90	Min/Max:  8/14

ROCKS, ROCK! Blue Creek Conservation Area, OH	Grades Entering: 4-6
Join us as we hunt for fossils at Fossil Park, work with Toledo Gem and Rockhound Club polishing “gems”, making jewelry, starting a rock collection and making display boxes. We will take a hike to see our very own Bowling Green Fault line, growing crystals, create gem trees, cracking open geodes and creating a stone carving while working on the “Rocks Rock” badge. UA – Two unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $92.	Date: June 9/13 Time:  9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV307 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $117	Min/Max:  8/12

TALK TO THE ANIMALS Toledo Humane Society, Maumee, OH	Grades Entering: 4-6
An advanced version of “Paws, Claws and Pet Care”. At this in-depth experience with pet care and training girls will meet veterinarians and learn about their jobs and have an experienced Zoo vet talk. Spend time with the animals at the Humane Society socializing and teaching them simple commands, create “homemade” pet treats, make pet toys, create a scrapbook for a pet at the Humane Society, and tour a wildlife rehabilitation center while working on the requirements for the “Pet Care” badge. In the first two weeks of registration, girls who have never attended this camp will be given priority over those who have attended before to allow for more girls to experience this program. UA – Two unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $72.	Date: June 16-20 Time:  10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV308 PA:  2 needed
	Date: July 28-Aug. 1 Time:  10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV309 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $97	Min/Max:  8/12

WIND, WAVES AND WILDLIFE Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Oak Harbor, OH	Grades Entering: 4-6
Explore our local national wildlife refuge with hands-on projects, hikes, field trips, fishing, learning about native butterflies, and working with wildlife experts, taking part in a service project, swim at Maumee Bay State Park, a day trip to Put-n-Bay and an overnight at the wildlife refuge. You will work on “Water Wonders”, “Weather Watch” and “Wildlife” badges, work with Partnership for Clean Streams on Water Drop patches. Transportation is available from the GSMVC Service Center. Physical exam by a physician is required for this program. UA – One unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $99, with transportation the fee is $124	Date: June 23-27 Time:  9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Code:  1MV210 With Transportation Code:  1MV311 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $124  With Transportation:  $149	Min/Max:  8/12

ZOO EXPLORERS The Toledo Zoo, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 4-6
Explore the Toledo Zoo while enjoying crafts, games and tours centered on an animal theme. You will have the opportunity to learn about and touch some unusual zoo education animals and bio facts. Tour the zoo hospital and meet the veterinarian while working on the requirements for the “Wildlife” badge. UA – One unit assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $135.	Date: July 14-18 Time:  9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Code:  1MV312
Cost:  $160	Min/Max:  12/24

BIRDS AND BLOOMS Blue Creek Conservation, Whitehouse, OH	Grades Entering: 5-6
Spend the week with Nature’s Nursery and Lucas Soil & Water Conservation District learning about gardening for wildlife while working on the “Plants and Animals” and Council’s own “All About Birds” Badge. Make a bird bath and a bird house. Learn about bird identification and discover Oak Openings native plants. We will also visit The Butterfly House and Gardens. UA – Two Unit Assistant needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $97.	Date: July 21-25 Time:  9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Code:  1MV507 PA:  2 needed
Cost:  $122	Min/Max:  8/12

GOLF DAY CAMP Shady Oak Dunes, Perrysburg, OH	Grades Entering: 3-12
Learn or enhance your golf techniques by working on your stance, alignment, full swing, tee shots, irons, putting, chipping, pitching, sand play, woods, etiquette, rules, scoring and safety.	Date: July 7-10 Time:  9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Code:  1MV501
	Date: August 4-7 Time:  9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Code:  1MV502
Cost:  $80	Min/Max:  12/12

MOSAIC MADNESS! GS Service Center Little House, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 3-12
Work with Animal House Glass to create a variety of glass mosaic projects. Create a one-of-a-kind stepping stone, a 12” mosaic stained glass like window and a tic-tac-toe board. UA - Two Unit Assistants needed. If you volunteer all week, your child’s fee is $135.	Date: June 23-26 Time:  6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Code:  1MV503
Cost:  $160	Min/Max:  5/20

"NEW" BEADING COOL JEWELS Bonita Bead Boutique, Maumee, OH	Grades Entering: 7-12
Learn basic to advanced wire wrapping techniques, work with suede leather, adding beads to drop from necklace, and matching earrings. Create a swirl wire-wrapped ring with a matching cuff bracelet set and hammered heart bracelet using wire and linking beads.	Date: July 21-23 Time:  9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Code:  1MV402
Cost:  $141	Min/Max:  7/12

BABYSITTER'S TRAINING COURSE	Grades Entering: 7-12
Learn the skills and confidence to be a great babysitter for children of all abilities. You will receive a student manual with completion card, flashlight, band-aid dispenser, important number post-its, Safe Sitter introduction cards and a messenger bag to carry all of your babysitting tools. T-shirt not included.
Part One – Babysitting Skills Learn how to handle an emergency or illness, interview for a babysitting job, make good and responsible decisions, supervise children, feed infants, prepare simple meals and snacks and handle bedtime issues effectively. Find out how to adjust your actions according to the age of the child, choose safe and age-appropriate toys and games, and perform basic care routines like diapering, feeding, and dressing infants and children.	Date:  June 18 Time:  9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost:  $35 Code:  1MV401
Part Two - Ability to Care Ability to Care is the second part of the babysitting course that will train participants to care for children with various disabilities. You will learn how to adapt everyday programs and activities that were discussed in part one. Find out about the 10 rules to remember when encountering a person with a disability and see how important a positive attitude makes. You will have a chance to speak with individuals with a disability and hear about their experiences and their needs.	Date:  June 19 Time:  9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost:  $35 Code:  1MV401

GOLF - JAMIE FARR OWNES CORNING CLASSIC COMMUNITY ACTION OPPORTUNITY Sylvania, OH
Uniform Distribution Volunteer to help distribute uniforms to the thousands of volunteers helping at the Jamie Farr Kroger Classic LPGA Golf Tournament. Grades Entering: 6-12	Date:  July 1 & 2 Time:  5:30 - 9:00 p.m. Cost:  $0 Code:  1MV406
Standard Bearer Walk 18 holes with LPGA Golf Professionals at the Jamie Farr Kroger Classic. The standard bearer has the responsibility to let the fans know who is playing a particular hole and what the scores are for that group by carrying a sign with the names and scores. Receive a JFKC T-shirt, cap and a Tournament pass for the week. Volunteers are expected to work at least three rounds during the week. Grades Entering: 6-12	Date:  July 7-13 Time:  TBD Cost:  $12 Code:  1MV405
Childcare For this opportunity you must be a GSMVC trained Program Aide who loves working with children. Participants will provide childcare for the professional golfer’s children during the Jamie Farr Kroger Classic LPGA Golf Tournament week. There are two shifts available. Girls will be asked to work at least three shifts during these days. Information meeting and scheduling will be held two weeks before the event. Fee includes a JFKC T-shirt, ball cap, patch, and a ground badge for access to the tournament and ticket to the volunteer dinner following the tournament. Grades Entering: 7-12	Date:  July 8-13 Time:  8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or 12:30 - 5:30 p.m. Cost:  $12 Code:  1MV404
Girls registering for any other Jamie Farr Kroger Classic Community Action Opportunity do not need to pay an additional $12. Day Camp T-shirt and patch not included in these programs.

GAMES GALORE! GS Service Center Little House, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 6-12
Play a variety of board and card games, including those from other countries, learn how games are made and explore careers in the game world. The last day of camp your family is invited for a pizza party, where you will teach (and play) some of the games from the past week. You will earn “Games for Life” Interest Project Patch and take home games of your own to play with family and friends	Date: July 28 - Aug. 1 Time:  6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Code:  1MV403
Cost:  $125	Min/Max:  6/16

I TRIED SCUBA GS Service Center, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 7-12
The exciting sport of Scuba Diving is now within your reach. You will learn about the equipment used in diving and pressure on the body. After your class you will try out the equipment, and dive in White Star Quarry with a certified dive instructor to a depth of 15-20 feet. T-shirt not included in program fee. Physical exam by a physician is required for this program.	Date: July 29-30 Time:  9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Code:  1MV407
Cost:  $83	Min/Max:  6/8

KAYAKING WITH YOUR BUDDY	Grades Entering: 6-12
Come and spend an evening with Mom or Dad on the Maumee River and explore the wonders of nature together. Spend some quality time with your parents learning about kayaking and having a splashing good time together. T-shirt not included in program fee.	Date: July 10 Time:  5 - 8 p.m. Code:  1MV409
	Date: July 24 Time:  5 - 8 p.m. Code:  1MV410
Cost:  $19	Min/Max:  6/11

MAUMEE RIVER KAYAKING	Grades Entering: 6-12
Enjoy kayaking on the Maumee River while working on “Paddle Poll and Roll” Interest Patch and seeing riverbanks from a different perspective. Be prepared to take to foot while we explore the waters, land, and maybe even experience a few rapids. T-shirt not included in program fee. Physical exam by a physician is required for this program. UA - One unit assistant needed, prefer with kayaking experience. If you volunteer, your child’s fee is $15.	Date: July 14 Time:  9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Code:  1MV408
Cost:  $25	Min/Max:  6/11

"NEW" YOGA FOR OUR FRIENDS GS Service Center Little House, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 7-12
Yoga helps you gain confidence, positive thinking, and a calm mind while enhancing your overall health and fitness through relaxation, flexibility, balance, and strengthening poses. Join us for this introduction to yoga and learn poses to help you feel better for life while working on the requirements for the “From Stress to Success” Interest Project Patch (patch not included).	Date: July 14-15 Time:  6 - 8 p.m. Code:  1MV412
Cost:  $16	Min/Max:  10/20

PROGRAM AIDE TRAINING GS Service Center Little House, Toledo, OH	Grades Entering: 7-12
This is a leadership course for Cadette and Senior Girl Scouts, who are interested in working with younger girls at day camp, council events, in a troop setting or special events. This core training is designed to foster the development of basic leadership skills. Girls will learn how to plan age appropriate activities for younger Girl Scouts, use Safety-Wise and work on communication skills. Fee includes Program Aide pin, Safety-Wise and an activity file. T-shirt and patch not excluded in this program. Girls are to sign up for this program as individuals and adults are not required to attend this training.	Date: June 16 Time:  9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Code:  1MV411
Cost:  $25	Min/Max:  15/40

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