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Girls Scouts of West Central Florida provides safe, fun, and beautiful outdoor space for girls to build their courage, confidence, and character in a non-competitive, girl-focused environment.

Sessions are listed by grade level and date.

REMEMBER: All grade level requirements are based on grades girls enter in fall 2021.


Camp Wai Lani

500 Wai Lani Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34683

$240–495/girl, June 13–July 31, Weekly

Just off St. Joseph Sound, nestled among teeming mangroves and walls of lush pine is where you’ll find 48-acre Camp Wai Lani, meaning “heavenly water” in Hawaiian. Generations of girls have learned about Florida aquatic life and the importance of honoring and protecting our precious natural resources at this marine science haven. Whether you’re exploring the marine lab, conquering the climbing tower, soaring on the zip line, or paddling in the bay, challenging activities and learning opportunities await!*

Overnight campers enjoy air-conditioned raised cabins with interior bathrooms and screened-in patios on the first floor. Campers bunk with others of similar age. Counselors stay in the same cabins to provide supervision.

* Climbing tower and zip line available for girls entering grades 5 and up.

Day Camp Sessions

Day Camp Sessions

This year, all day camp sessions will be held at Camp Wai Lani. Day camp includes a morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack.

Drop off: 8–9 a.m. 
Pick up: 4:30 p.m. (Mon.–Fri.), Free extended pick up: 4:30–6 p.m.

 

Day Camp Sampler
For girls entering grades 1–8
$240/girl

Enjoy everything camp has to offer during the day! Join friends old and new as you explore Camp Wai Lani. Participate in traditional camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, and more!

  • June 28–July 2
  • July 26–30

Summer of STEM Day Camp Sessions

STEM Camp at Camp Wai Lani

Camp Wai Lani is the 2021 home to our Summer of STEM! From the natural world to virtual reality, STEM day camp lets you dig deep, dream big, and reach the stars. Experience being an innovator, scientist, and engineer while enjoying traditional camp activities like swimming, archery, campfires, and more. Day camp includes a morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack.

The Mythical World of STEM
For girls entering grades 1–8
$270/girl

Dabble in alchemy, engineer your own circuit wands, and practice spells. Dive into the world of color through science experiments and challenges. Create your own magic and use your enchanted powers to slay the dragon!

  • June 14–18

 

Get a Clue
For girls entering grades 1–8
$250/girl

Calling all G.I.R.L.s! We need your help to crack the case! Explore the mysteries of cryptography and chromatography. Learn the science behind footprint and DNA analysis. Collect clues and test evidence to crack this top-secret case.

  • June 21–25

 

Survivor
For girls entering grades 1–8
$240/girl

Will you survive on the island? Learn how to power cars and rockets without fuel. Explore hydroponics, discover how plants can grow without soil, and create a yummy treat—all with basic science!

  • July 12–16

 

Into the Ocean
For girls entering grades 1–8
$240/girl

Investigate the amazing world of marine life, insects, and other animals. Observe the world from a fish’s eye view and discover how wildlife takes a dive. We’ll follow the “finprints” of fish, examine fossils, and learn about dissection!

  • July 19–23 
Half-Week Overnight Sessions

Half-Week Camps

 

Slumber Party At Camp
For girls entering grades 1–3
$320/girl

Come join friends, old and new, as you discover what camp has to offer! Stay up playing games, take a swim in the pool, and try your hand at other camp activities! This session is a great start for those ready to try overnight camp.

  • June 13–16
  • June 20–23
  • June 27–30
  • July 18–21


Camp-O-Rama
For girls entering grades 4-5
$320/girl

Join girls from around the area to explore camp and participate in everything it has to offer. Go canoeing, take a hike, create crafts and have fun with friends, old and new!

  • June 13–16
  • June 20–23
  • June 27–30
  • July 18–21

Full-Week Overnight Sessions

Full-Week Camps



Summer Camp Sampler
For girls entering grades 2–3
$440/girl

Camp is for everyone! If you love all things camp, this session is for you. Participate in different camp activities throughout the week and have fun with your friends.

  • June 13–19
  • July 11–17
  • July 18–24
  • July 25–31

 

Marine Discovery
For girls entering grades 2–3
$440/girl

Join us for a week of fun in the world of marine biology! Spend each day focused on different aspects of marine science with exciting activities picked just for you.

  • June 20–26

 

Make a Splash!
For girls entering grades 2–3
$440/girl

Splash in the pool and paddle around St. Joseph’s Sound (our on-property waterfront). Join in with your friends as you participate in an evening water carnival and everything else camp has to offer!

  • June 27–July 3

 

Marine Science
For girls entering grades 4–5
$460/girl

Learn all about marine science as you discover camp’s saltwater shore. Spend the morning focused on different activities picked just for you and create your own afternoon adventures.

  • June 20–26

 

Paddle and Swim
For girls entering grades 4–5
$440/girl

Split your time between the pool and the waterfront as you try your hand at the different activities camp has to offer. Enjoy an evening paddle in St. Joseph’s Sound and have fun at the all-camp water carnival.

  • June 27–July 3

 

CSI: Camp Scene Investigation
For girls entering grades 4–5
$440/girl

Dust off your spy gear and explore the mysterious world of Crime Scene Investigation. Learn how to extract DNA from a plant, discover crime-solving techniques, and try your hand at Wai Lani’s own escape room!

  • July 11–17

 

Discover Camp
For girls entering grades 5–8
$440/girl

Camp is a great place to try new things and enjoy tradition. In this action-packed session, you’ll take part in some of our most time-honored camp activities while creating your own afternoon schedule.

  • June 13–19
  • July 25–31

 

Marine Science and More
For girls entering grades 5–8
$485/girl

Dig deeper into marine science as you discover what camp and the life teeming below the water’s surface. Choose your own activity schedule as a group or individual and take advantage of everything camp has to offer.

  • June 20–26

 

Junior Lifeguard Camp
For girls entering grades 6–8
$485/girl

If you love to swim and want to take your skills to the next level, learn Basic Water Rescue and earn your Junior Lifeguard certification. While you develop your lifeguarding ability at the pool and waterfront, you’ll also have a blast participating in other fun camp activities of your choosing.

  • July 11–17

 

Ultimate Camp Challenge
For girls entering grades 6–8
$465/girl

Take on a different adventure each day at camp including archery, canoeing, and the climbing tower and zip line. Once you’ve honed your skills, join other campers in a friendly race to the finish line.

  • July 18–24

 

Camp Designer
For girls entering grades 9–12
$465/girl

Camp can be a great place to hang out with friends and make amazing memories while participating in fun activities. During this session, you’ll create your own schedule doing what you love! Whether you try new things or stick to what you know, the choice is yours! 

  • June 13–19
  • July 25–31

 

Lifeguarding 101
For girls entering grades 9–12
$495/girl

Enjoy camp while earning your Red Cross lifeguard certification! Practice deep water and surface rescues and learn how to administer CPR and First Aid. Once you’ve mastered the skills, join your friends in The Great Lifeguard Games.

*Girls MUST be 15 years of age on or before the first day of this camp session. All participants must pass a prerequisite test within two attempts, complete all required skills, and pass a written exam in order to receive certification. Failure to meet any of these steps will result in no certification.

  • July 11–17

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Sessions

Learn more about Camp Wai Lani’s CIT sessions.

Family Camp Sessions

Learn more about Camp Wai Lani’s Family Camp offerings.




Camp Wildwood

9583 County Rd. 223, Wildwood, FL 34785

$400–580/girl, June 13–July 31, Weekly

Camp Wildwood is where inquisitive adventurers can explore hundreds of acres (589 in total) of Florida old-growth forest. Hike or ride horseback on piney trails as you wind your way through palmetto-lined, oak-covered canopies, jump into the swimming pool, visit our amazing Griffin Nature Center, and if registered for a specialty horse camp, spend a portion of your day with your favorite horse in our premier equestrian program.

Overnight campers enjoy either air-conditioned raised cabins with interior bathrooms or air-conditioned dormitory style lodging. Campers bunk with others of similar age. Counselors stay in the same cabin as campers to provide supervision.

Please note: CITs attending Camp Wildwood will stay in open air cabins and their counselor will sleep in close but separate quarters.

Half-Week Overnight Sessions

Half-Week Camp

 

Beginner Session

No horseback riding experience necessary to attend.

Intro to Horse Camp
For girls entering grades 1–6
$400/girl

Not quite ready for a whole week in the saddle? This half-week horse camp is perfect for you! Get to know the Wildwood horses while you learn about grooming, saddling, and English and Western riding basics during staff-assisted rides—all while having a blast! (Girls ride on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday only). 

  • July 25–28
Full-Week Overnight Sessions

Full-Week Camps
  


Jump to: Beginner Sessions | Intermediate Sessions | Advanced Session

Beginner Sessions

No horseback riding experience necessary to attend.

Horsewomanship
For girls entering grades 3–6
$580/girl

A spinoff of our Equine Science session where you can learn how your horse communicates. You’ll also learn how to properly care for your equine friend in and out of the barn, on the trail, and more. Great for girls who have never touched or ridden a horse before and are nervous about their first experience.

  • June 13–19
  • July 11–17

 

Giddy Up
For girls entering grades 3–6
$580/girl

Western riding: Learn how to groom, saddle, ride, and steer your horse! Learn about the different types of jobs you can do with your Western horse professionally and in competition. Work toward fun activities like a trail ride or arena games.

  • June 20–26

 

Heads Up, Heels Down
For girls entering grades 3–6
$580/girl

English riding: Learn how to groom, saddle, ride, and steer your horse! Learn about the fun competitions and disciplines like jumping over fences and fallen logs. Work toward fun activities like a trail ride or arena games.

  • June 27–July 3

 

Equine Science
For girls entering grades 3–7
$580/girl

Western or English riding: Interested in a career with horses? This week is for you! When you’re not riding, you’ll hear from a variety of guest speakers in the equine science field. A veterinarian and a blacksmith are just two of the people you’ll have the chance to meet and ask all of your questions.

  • July 18–24

 

Happy Trails
For girls entering grades 5–9
$580/girl

Western or English riding: Learn about horse and trail safety, make fun trail crafts, and ride your horse on the shady trails of Camp Wildwood. You’ll groom, saddle, and steer your own horse at the walk. Girls will ride trails at a walking pace 2–3 times (weather permitting).

  • June 13–19
  • July 25–31

 

Intermediate Sessions

Girls should be able to steer their own horse safely while walking and have begun to learn to steer their own horse while trotting. They must have attended at least two horse camps or have equivalent experience prior to attending an intermediate level horse camp.

Boots and Buckles
$580/girl
For girls entering grades 5–9

Western riding: Learn to care for and ride your horse like a cowgirl! You’ll learn about roping, reining, and other arena games. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to work with your horse as a team to complete a fun obstacle course challenge!

Girls must have completed a basic Western riding camp (ex: Giddy Up).

  • July 11–17

 

Puddle Jumpers
$580/girl
For girls entering grades 5–9

English riding: Learn to care for and ride your horse like a true equestrian! You’ll learn about show jumping, eventing, and more. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to work with your horse as a team to get over cross rails together!

Girls must have completed a basic English riding camp (ex: Heads Up, Heels Down).

  • July 18–24

 

Intro to Mounted Archery
For girls entering grades 5–12
$580/girl

Combine your love of horseback riding with your love of archery. Take on the challenge of mounted archery and bring your riding skills to a new level.

  • June 20–26

 

Advanced Session

Girls should be able to steer their own horse safely while walking and trotting, and have begun to learn to steer their own horse while cantering. They must have attended at least two horse camps or have equivalent experience prior to attending an advanced level horse camp.

Mounted Archery
For girls entering grades 7–12
$580/girl

Combine your love of horseback riding with your love of archery. Take on the challenge of mounted archery and bring your riding skills to a new level. You’ll build on your skills by starting to shoot while at a walk towards the end of the week.

Girls must have completed at least TWO GSWCF horse camps previously, preferably including Intro to Mounted Archery.

  • June 27–July 3
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Sessions

Learn more about Camp Wildwood’s CIT sessions.

Family Camp Sessions

Learn more about Camp Wildwood’s Family Camp offerings.

Camp Forms & Documents

  

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