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Council Camping Programs


At Girl Scouts of Nassau County, the health and safety of our members is our number one priority. The dates and programs will be re-evaluated and are subject to change based on the trajectory of the Covid 19 pandemic and recommendations of mitigation from the CDC, Department of Health, and other federal, state, and local agencies. Be sure to check our website and/or our Camp Blue Bay Facebook for updates.

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Never been to camp and want to check it out? Been camping with your troop and craving more? We have a Council Camp opportunity for you!

No training required, all meals provided! Experiencing the outdoors can be easy and fun! Thanks to our many dedicated volunteers, our Council camp programs are hugely popular.

There are always new programs being offered. Be sure to check back often for the most up-to-date list and registration information or log on to the OLC to view upcoming camp opportunities and request notifications.

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Troop Camping Opportunities

For Troop Opportunities, you provide the Girl Scouts and adult coverage—we will do the rest!

National Get Outdoors Day

June 10-11, 2023

Looking for a way to celebrate National Get Outdoors Day? There’s no better place than Camp Blue Bay. Troops will spend the day creating art inspired by the outdoors, learning the Leave No Trace principles, building fires, and making a meal outdoors. Bring along a picnic lunch for Saturday, dinner will be made and served over a fire!

Who: GSNC Girl Scout Brownie, Junior, Cadette and Senior troops with appropriate adult coverage. We ask that you limit the number of adults to allow more Girl Scouts to attend. This event is tents only; troops will be expected to share sites.

Cost: $50.00 per person (Includes program supplies, Saturday dinner, and Sunday breakfast)

Registration opens January 18, 2023.

Novice Camper Weekend

October 13-15, 2023

Are you looking to experience troop camping, but haven’t had the opportunity to participate in the required Outdoor Training? We have an opportunity just for you, troops can enjoy a trip to Camp Blue Bay and leaders can participate in the training while at camp. Over the weekend Girl Scouts will participate in a variety of activities led by volunteers and staff as they learn all about the traditions of Girl Scout camping. Meanwhile, Outdoor Training Adults will spend the day learning everything they need to know about Troop Camping from our Outdoor Trainers.

Who: Open to all GSNC Brownie, Junior, Cadette, troops with appropriate adult coverage (adults participating in training will not count toward adult coverage).  

Cost: $60 per person, includes Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack and Sunday breakfast

Please note adults taking the training will be required to take Virtual Trip Training and attend a Pre-plan meeting prior to the event date.

Registration opens May 10, 2023.

Trail Adventure

November 5-6, 2023

Earn your Trail Adventure badge at Camp Blue Bay! Outdoor adventures are exciting and there is no place better for yours than Blue Bay. Pack your bags, plan, prepare and train for a day full of hiking and trail exploration.

No camp training required. Indoor space will be assigned based on the number of people in your group; groups will be expected to share sites.

Who: GSNC Brownie and Junior Girl Scout troops with appropriate adult coverage.

Cost: $50.00 per person (Includes Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast, plus activities and Trail Adventure badge)

Registration opens May 10, 2023.

 

Cadette Night Owl Badge Weekend

December 1-3, 2023

Ready to have a hoot at Camp Blue Bay? Join us for a night hike, explore how nocturnal animals navigate and celebrate with an extreme nighttime party. During this weekend Girl Scouts will earn their Cadette Night Owl Badge.

No camp training required. Indoor space will be assigned based on the number of people in your group; groups will be expected to share sites.

Who: Open to all GSNC Cadette troops with appropriate adult coverage

Cost: $60 per person, includes Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack and Sunday breakfast

Registration opens May 10, 2023.

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Parent/Child Camping Opportunities

Parent/Child Overnights are perfect for all registered GSNC Girl Scouts with a parent/guardian.

Mommy & Me Winter Series

Looking for something special to do with your daughter? Come join us at one of our Mommy and Me Weekends! You and your daughter will have free time to explore the camp, make new friends and participate in scheduled activities based on your Girl Scout level. Go on a nature/science adventure, get crafty with your daughter, and so much more...

Choose to arrive Friday evening or Saturday morning. Limited to 22 families per weekend, participants will stay in one of the two Troop Houses. All meals (Saturday breakfast, lunch & dinner and Sunday breakfast) will be served in the Activity Building.

January 20-22, 2023:  Junior - Freeze the Day
February 3-5, 2023:  Brownie - Crafty Campers              
February 10-12, 2023:  Daisy - Pop Goes The Easel           
February 24-26, 2023:  Junior - Wonders of the World                  
March 10-12, 2023:  Daisy - Enchanted Forest           
March 24-26, 2023:  Brownie -  Chemis-Tree

REGISTRATION: Registration now.  

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Parent/Child Overnights

August 26-27, 2023 or September 23-24, 2023

If you and your Girl Scout(s) cherish quality time together, this is the perfect opportunity for you. At the Parent/Child Overnight, you may choose to take part in a variety of planned camp activities, enjoy a local attraction, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings of East Hampton. Bring along your lunch for Saturday. Dinner, evening snack, and Sunday breakfast will be served in the Dining Hall.

The event can accommodate up to 200 people in platform tents.
Limited indoor space (dormitory style Troop Houses) available upon request.

Who: All registered GSNC Girl Scouts with a parent/guardian.

Cost: $45.00 per person (includes Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, and activities)

Registration opens April 4, 2023.

Fall Family Festival Overnight

October 21-22, 2023

Get excited for the changing of the seasons and fall into autumn at Camp Blue Bay. On Saturday morning, take part in a fall science experiment and create a festive decoration. After that it’s time to spend some time in the great out- doors, eat your packed lunch on the sports field, and take a hike to the beach. After dinner, spend time in your campsite with the family painting or carving pumpkins, and end the night with s’mores around the campfire.

Open to all registered GSNC girls and their families. No training required for adults. Indoor space and tents will be assigned based on the number of people in your group; groups will be expected to share sites. All participants will be required to follow all Camp Blue Bay rules and procedures.

Who: Open to all registered GSNC Girl Scouts and their families.

Cost: $45.00 per person (Includes Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast plus activities)

Registration opens May 10, 2023.

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Individual Girl Scout Camping Opportunities

Parent/Child Overnights are perfect for all registered GSNC Girl Scouts with a parent/guardian.

Outdoor Art Overnight

April 29-30, 2023

Interested in experiencing camp on your own but not sure where to start? Pack your bags and board the bus to Camp Blue Bay for our Outdoor Art Overnight adventure. Take part in a variety of traditional camp activities and work on the Outdoor Art badge! Finish the day with a pizza party dinner and singing around the campfire.

Who: Open to all registered GSNC Girl Scout Cadettes and Seniors

Cost: $100.00 per person (Includes transportation, program supplies, Saturday lunch, dinner, evening snack, and Sunday breakfast)

There will be a required virtual information session for all Girl Scouts and Parents/Guardians prior to the trip. Bus transportation will be provided to and from the Girl Scouts of Nassau County Service Center.

Registration opens January 18, 2023.

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Have questions about camp? Contact the Camp Program Managers, Aisling Green and Kirsi Moseman at cbbsummerdirector@gsnc.org.

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