This One is In-Tents!
Pitching and dismantling a tent is an important Girl Scout camping skill, but sometimes life gets in the way of scheduling enough camp-outs to become a true pro. This session will teach you how to put up a few different tent-types, what to look for in a tent pitching-location, and all the ins and outs of camping comfort.
Fun and Adventure: Close to the Ground
You don’t have to fly through the air to have fun on Cedar Hill’s ropes courses. Join us for some fun teamwork strategies with low ropes, no harnesses necessary!
Make a Box Oven!
Box ovens can be fun to use and easy to make. This activity will give you a chance to make your own box oven to use with your troop or at home! Then, you’ll put it to the test as you try out some delicious campfire recipes.
Planning and Running Fabulously Successful Cookie Booths
If you’ve never run a Girl Scout Cookie Booth or want tips for improving your sale, you won’t want to miss this one! Come discover tips and tricks for managing your troop’s sensational sales!
A Lot O’Knots (And Lashing, Too!)
A square knot is a square knot, it’s easy and it gets the job done. But did you know that there are all sorts of knots with specific purposes? Have you ever tried to make a camp tool or furniture using lashing techniques? We’re (k)not kidding! Join us for this exciting session and let your creativity and imagination run wild.
Compass 101: You CAN Get There from Here!
How NOT to get lost in the woods! Explore Camp Cedar Hill using a map and compass. This session will introduce you to different kinds of maps, the care and feeding of your compass, and how to use the two together to get from point A to point B...without ending up at point Z.
Primitive Camping
Curious about primitive camping, how to choose a site, stay safe, and leave no trace? This is your chance to discover exactly what that means, what it takes to do it, and how awesome it actually is!
Backpacking 101: Beyond the Canvas Tent
Do you think backpacking sounds neat, but you’re not sure what it takes? Try your hand at packing a backpack, consider what to take, learn about trail hygiene, practice Leave No Trace principles, and figure out what to eat and how to cook it— all without leaving Camp Cedar Hill!
Girl Scout Progression, Planning, and Adult Involvement
Girl Scouts is a youth-led organization, but what does that actually mean when it comes to the outdoors and travel? Meet your troop where they are and get them to where they are going while giving them the space to grow. Tough conversation, but hey, we’ll include the snacks!
Songs Every Girl Scout Should Know
Girl Scouts love a good song! Come join the legendary Girl Scout songster, Kaye Glass, for a chance to learn and sing the songs that every Girl Scout should know.
Staying Sharp: Intro to Knives and Saws
Discover (or hone…pun intended) your jackknife skills, try out a bow saw, and ensure that you never run out of firewood again!
I’ve Got NOTHING in My Pockets: Fun Games and Activities Sans Materials
It’s absolutely possible to have lots of fun without any materials at all. Don’t believe me? Come check it out. You’re guaranteed to leave with nothing in your pocket, but plenty of ideas in your head for fun games and activities to do when you have nothing on hand. The kids will thank you!
Archery: Becoming Katniss Everdeen!
Don’t know who Katniss is? Don’t worry about it! Come and have fun with a little archery. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as the thwack of the arrow as it hits the target. Join us and hear it for yourself!
