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Alameda,
CA – April 2025 / NewsmakerAlert: Girl
Scouts of Northern California announce that registration for the
2025 summer camp season is officially open. Whether it’s a camper’s
first time or a cherished tradition, youth of all ages are invited to experience
the magic of Girl Scout summer programs designed to inspire confidence,
build friendships, and create lifelong memories. Girl Scout Camps have
something for everyone, from stargazing to campfires to STEM projects.
Backed
by over 100 years of experience and expert staff, camps provide
a safe, inclusive environment where youth can try new things, knowing their
Girl Scout sisters and camp counselors have their backs. Guided by our
Camp Culture Code—a shared set of values that promote inclusivity, respect,
and personal growth—these summer camps foster a sense of belonging, empowering
each camper to step outside their comfort zones and embrace what makes
them unique.
“Last
summer, more than 5,300 campers experienced the adventure, friendship,
and personal growth that Girl Scout camps provide,” said Mary-Jane
Strom, Interim CEO of Girl Scouts of Northern California. “Families
trust us to create a safe and welcoming environment where youth can explore,
learn, and build confidence. In fact, 96% of caregivers reported that their
camper returned home more self-assured and independent.”
Explore
Our Camps
The
most popular camp programs have returned to Camp Bothin in Fairfax,
CA, and Camp Sugar Pine in Arnold, CA, along with a few exciting
new options. Skylark Ranch Girl Scout Camp is reopening for the
first time in five years, welcoming troops, groups, and families to its
breathtaking home in the Santa Cruz Mountains—offering stunning ocean views,
engaging activities, and meals provided.
In
addition to council-run camps, Girl Scouts of Northern California also
offers volunteer-run camps—led by dedicated volunteers who bring their
unique traditions and expertise to create memorable summer experiences.
These camps take place in a variety of locations across Northern California
and provide even more opportunities for youth to explore the outdoors,
make new friends, and grow their confidence in a supportive, Girl Scout-led
environment.
Financial
Aid Eligibility
Girl
Scouts of Northern California recognizes that the cost of sending a child
to camp can be a significant consideration for families. As part of its
mission to make camp accessible to all, Girl Scouts offers a straightforward
sliding fee scale and financial aid for eligible families. Applications
are reviewed individually to meet campers’ unique needs.
How
to Register
Campers
do not need to be Girl Scouts to register for camp.
Registration is now open for all campers, whether returning or brand new.
Learn more and register today at camp.gsnorcal.org.
About
Girl Scouts of Northern California
Girl
Scouts of Northern California serves over 46,000 youth and adult volunteers
across 19 counties from Gilroy to the Oregon border. Girl Scouts bring
their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through
programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities
can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and
rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a
tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike, advocate
for climate justice, or make their first best friends.
Backed
by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts
lead the way as they find their voices and create change on the issues
that matter most to them. To learn more about Girl Scouts of Northern California,
visit www.gsnorcal.org.
Media
Contact
Rebekah
Kapfer
Vice
President,
Marketing
& Communication
Girl
Scouts of Northern California |
