Traditional Troop Camping

It is simple and easy! Once you have an adult who has completed Girl Scouts of Nassau County’s Outdoor Training and you also have an adult trained in Basic First Aid you are ready to get started.

Four easy steps:

1. Plan with your girls when you would like to camp and if you would like a Tent Site or Troop House. Traditional Troop Camping takes place during the winter, spring and fall seasons. Using the Troop/Group Application Processing Dates and Site Availability Charts choose a few date options to apply for.
   
2. Apply for a date by utilizing the Troop/Group Overnight Camp Application. This application needs to be completed and signed by the Outdoor/Camp Trained Adult as well as signed by the Association Camp Consultant or representative before being submitted. Upload or mail completed form and pay the required $50 Non-refundable deposit to Girl Scouts of Nassau County prior to requested camp date. You will receive a confirmation packet via e-mail once confirmed.
   
3. Submit final payment at least one month prior to your camping date.
   
4. Enjoy your camping trip
   

Upload Completed Troop Camping Application Form 

Apply for a Traditional Troop Camping date by utilizing the Troop/Group Overnight Camp Application. This application needs to be completed and signed by the Outdoor/Camp Trained Adult as well as signed by the Association Camp Consultant or representative before being submitted. Mail completed form and required $50 Non-refundable deposit to Girl Scouts of Nassau County prior to requested camp date. You will receive a confirmation packet via e-mail once confirmed.

*If the processing date falls on a weekend or holiday, applications will be processed on the next business day.

Be sure to check availability chart for sites closed due to Council Camp Programs being offered.

Troop/Group Overnight Camp Application

Upload Completed Troop Camping Application Form

What do each of the units/facilities have?

Tent units: lighted kitchen shelter with tables and benches, a cold water faucet and grills for charcoal cooking.  Refrigeration is available in the main area of the camp. The lighted wash house has cold and hot water sinks and showers, along with flush toilets.  All tents have cots and mattresses and accommodate 4 people
Staff House: stove, refrigeration, a fireplace, bathroom facilities, mattresses, hot water and heat.
Port & Starboard: stove, refrigeration, a fireplace, bathroom facilities, cots & mattresses, hot water and heat.

Refer to the Camping Facilities and Fees Chart to review capacity and costs for each site.

Review the Camp Blue Bay Site Map when choosing where to stay for your trip.

Directions to camp will make your trip a breeze, be sure to park in the correct parking lot for the unit you are staying in.

Front Parking Lot used for Hilltop, Staff House, Innisfree and Kicoomba.
Back Parking Lot used for Port & Starboard Troop Houses, Romany Wood & Tally Ho.

Camp Blue Bay Winter 2022 - 2023 Troop Camping Availability Chart

Camp Blue Bay Spring 2023 Troop Camping Availability Chart

There is plenty to do and enjoy at Camp Blue Bay….

You will find basic First Aid Kits all around the camp: Tent Units, Troop Houses, Activity Building and Dining Hall.

On the sports field, girls will enjoy the Gaga Pit, and a variety of other sports equipment:  Volleyball, soccer, basketball, tetherball to name a few as well as a supply of jump ropes, Frisbees, and hula hoops for a day of fun and physical activity.

In the Activity Building be sure to check out the reading library or board game closets for some quieter activities.

Camp Kits
Leaders are you looking to teach important outdoor skills to your girls while at Camp Blue Bay? Look no more. We have boxes ready for you to borrow at no cost.

Available Camp Kits: Compass, Knots, & Nature

To reserve your kit, contact Laura Bissett-Carr, Director of Camping Services at BissettcarrL@gsnc.org or 631.604.2201.

Can you imagine arriving at Camp Blue Bay with your troop and the cooking gear you need is already at your site? Enticing isn’t it? With our new program, you can arrange to rent one or more of the three available equipment sets.

Cooking Set ($25.00 Rental Fee)
Packed in two tubs this set includes: 16, 12 and 10 qt pots, 2 frying pans, 2 cutting boards, 3 mixing bowls, colander, measuring cups and spoons, can & bottle openers, assorted cooking/serving utensils: spatulas, spoons, tongs,& forks etc, and a knife block.

Dish & Silverware Set ($15.00 Rental Fee)
Packed in one tub this set includes: 32 Unbreakable dishes, bowls, mugs, cups, forks, knives, spoons and 2 serving platters.

Beverage Set ($10.00 Rental Fee; Available for Indoors Only)
Packed in one tub this set includes: 12 Cup Mr. Coffee Pot, 40 Cup Urn for Hot Water, and 2 gallon cold beverage jug

Equipment Flyer and Rental Form

Under the guidance of trained and enthusiastic adults, girls may take their first hike, build their first campfire and sleep under the stars for the first time—so cool!

Traditional Troop Camping Training Requirements:

• An adult who has completed Outdoor Camp Training
• An additional adult who is currently certified in First Aid and CPR. 

Outdoor Camp Training is good for three years and then participation in a virtual Camp Update is required.

To learn about our more about the Outdoor Camp Training options, visit our Volunteer Training page.

Are you looking to experience camping with your troop but haven’t had the opportunity to participate in the required Outdoor Training? The Novice Weekend is the perfect opportunity for you. Your troop can enjoy a trip to Camp Blue Bay and you can participate in the training while at camp! Learn More.