Taste of Summer
Have fun at camp while you go on a nature hunt, learn how to make trails signs, tie knots, and go on a creek hike. Don’t worry there will be plenty of time to do arts and crafts, swim and cook something over the fire while exploring the out-of-doors. Min/Max: 10/12

 
 
Horsin’ Around
Ready to get on a horse for the first time? Head to
Camp Kern to learn the basics of horse back riding.
Get the chance to take care of a horse, practice
grooming, go on trail rides, and learn how to stop,
steer, and control your horse. Min/Max: 18/24

Little Camp on the Prairie
Return to the 1800’s. Enter the world of pioneers and
Native Americans! Play games and make candles,
butter, and toys all from this era. Even explore a
pioneer log cabin. You’ll also learn a Native American
dance and writing, as well as make your own tribal
jewelry. Min/Max: 18/24

Spice Girls
Are you ready to be camp’s top chef? Come learn a variety of indoor and outdoor cooking techniques. You’ll whip up snacks, appetizers, main courses and desserts. Make it, eat it, and love it while you spend the
week at camp. Min/Max: 10/12

Camp Scene Investigators (CSI)
Have you always wanted to be a detective? Spend the week solving a camp crime. You will search for clues, collect evidence, and find out what really happened. You’ll even have to interview suspects to crack the case. Pack your bags for suspense. Min/Max: 18/24

Wet N’ Wild
If summer time is just too hot and all you want to do is go cool off, then this is the camp for you. Spend extra time at the pool, play water games, go on a creek hike, play with water balloons, and more while you spend your week at camp. Min/Max: 18/24

You Can’t Do That At Camp
Bend some camp rules! Spend the week at camp
doing some of the things you’ve never been able to
do before. Stay up late, raid the kitchen, sleep in, have
candy and soda, and even order a pizza for cook out
night! Min/Max: 18/24

Adventure Challenge
Do it all! Discover what challenge you like best. Spend
time on the low ropes course, go canoeing down the Little Miami River, go extreme hiking, do crate stacking, try snorkeling, climb a rock wall, find out what I Giant Squirrel is, and much more. Min/Max: 10/12

Girl vs Wild
What if it was just you vs. the wild outdoors? Would
you know what to do? How will you keep warm, can
you find or build a shelter, catch food, start a fire?
Learn all of these skills in this exciting adventure
as you fish, build shelters to stay in for a night, put
together a survival kit, and more. Min/Max: 10/12

Music, Movies, and More
If you are someone who loves the movies and better yet loves musicals then this camp is for you! Learn to dance, watch your favorite musicals, and listen to the latest tunes, all while enjoying your week at camp.
Min/Max: 10/12

Roots, Ropes & Trees
Are you ready for a challenge? Warm up with the low ropes course and then move on to the indoor combing wall. Once you’ve completed those challenges, you’ll tackle the high ropes course and show everyone your
courage and skill. Min/Max: 10/12

Water Wonders
Beat the heat by spending more time at the pool. Go down the camp slip and slide, play with water balloon sling shots, go on a creek hike, play water balloon volleyball, and more. This is sure to be a “cool” week
at summer camp. Min/Max: 18/24

Goal (Girl Outdoor Adventure League)
Do you like adventure! Discover what challenge you
like best. Conquer the low ropes course, go kayaking
down the Little Miami River, do crate stacking, climb
the rock wall, find out what a Giant Squirrel is, try
bouldering, and even spend an overnight backpacking.
Min/Max: 18/24

City Slickers
If you’ve never been on a horse before or just want to
learn more, it’s time to grab a saddle and get going.
Spend time at Camp Kern learning to groom and tack
your horse. You’ll also practice leading, mounting and
controlling your horse. Min/Max: 10/12

Art Attack
Do you dream of being an artist? Spend time each day
with a professional artist in her studio making stained glass, polymer beads and so much more. Min/Max: 10/12

Spa Days
Learn the importance of de-stressing! Take a break from your busy life to sleep in, try yoga, do face masks and more. Don’t worry - you’ll have plenty of time to relax by the pool. Min/Max: 18/24

River Quest
It’s time to test your stamina! Spend the first part of this session at Camp Whip-Poor-Will learning all the canoeing and kayaking basics. Then get ready for your trip as you spend two days and an overnight
canoeing the Little Miami River. Min/Max: 10/12

On the Trail
This camp will get you out and about on the trail of a great adventure. Whether trying out some backpacking, floating along the river, or even
horseback riding, you are sure to have fun. Top off
this great experience with a road trip searching for
geo-caching treasures. This program includes 3
hours of horseback riding. Min/Max: 10/12

West Virginia Adventure Trip
This camp is for the girl who likes adventure and trying new things. Campers will arrive at camp and participate in some High Ropes activities to set the tone for the week. Then head to West Virginia for a day of rock climbing and rappelling in the New River Gorge. Spend the next two days rafting the New River. One day will be kayaking in fun-yaks and the second will be spent rafting the rapids of the Lower New River. Min/Max: 10/12

Coaster Craze
Are you a thrill seeker? Do you like roller coasters or giant water slides? Either way this camp is for you. Spend time at camp preparing yourself for your adventures on the High Ropes and Zip Line. Then head out to visit four amusement parks including Cedar Point, Soak City, Kings Island, and Six Flags. Min/Max: 10/12

Caving Adventure Camp
Girls attending this program will begin the week learning about team work as they complete the High Ropes Course. Girls will then take off and head to Tennessee to participate in a spelunking program. Girls will crawl, climb, and squeeze through tunnels and crevices they never thought they could fit through. This is not for the faint of heart or girls
who do not like tight, enclosed spaces. Girls completing this program will have such an incredible sense of accomplishment they will want to come back for more. Min/Max: 10/12

Counselor Aid Training (CAT)
This opportunity is for girls who have completed their Program Aide Training but are not yet old enough to be a Counselor-In-Training (CIT). Girls will work
as counselor aides during the week, helping with the supervision of girls in the units, planning program opportunities, learning what it takes to be a great counselor and completing basic training requirements. This is a great introduction to the CIT program. CAT’s will spend nights in their own unit and receive on-going supervision and leadership guidance from the CIT Director.
Prerequisite: Program Aide Training. Min/Max: 10/12

Counselor-In-Training I (CIT I)
This opportunity is for the aspiring camp counselor. CIT I’s will spend two weeks at Camp learning about programming, outdoor skills, safety, age and social
characteristics, first aid, songs, games, and much more. CIT’s experience the challenges and rewards of working with younger girls. This opportunity consists of a week of training that will include mentoring/shadowing and a week of general internship. Girls will earn their CIT I pin (provided). Participants will go home over the weekend Friday, 5 p.m. - Sunday, 2 p.m. Min/Max: 4/8

Counselor-In-Training II (CIT II)
This is for the CIT who is ready to specialize. CIT II’s will attend and participate in the nine day pre-camp training with all of the camp staff , and then select two weeks to return to camp to complete their internship. One week of internship will be as a unit counselor followed by one week in the area of their choosing. After successful completion, participants will be awarded a CIT II pin (provided). Girls must complete a minimum of two weeks internship to qualify for the CIT II pin; however, they may be invited to return for additional weeks of service.
Participants will stay at camp over the weekend of training (June 4-6) but will typically go home over the weekends between internship weeks. CIT II’s attend Pre-Camp Training which begins at Camp Whip-Poor-Will and ends at Camp Libbey. Internship weeks can be done at either camp. Min/Max: 4/8

Internship Choices for CIT II
Waterfront

• Must be Red Cross Lifeguard Certified

• Assist waterfront staff with guarding, special aquatics programs, pool maintenance & record keeping

Ranch Hand

• Must have completed the Ranch Hand/CIT I program

• Assist horseback riding staff with daily lessons, tacking, horse care, & unit badge work

Unit Counselor

• Work with Unit Counselors on the planning and implementation of unit activities

• CIT’s may request, but are not guaranteed, a particular activity

Environmental Education

• Assist the Camp Naturalist with planning and
  implementation of environmental education

• Help with critter care

Arts & Crafts

• Assist the Arts & Crafts Specialist with the planning and implementation of art activities