2025 Camp Adventure Guide

Mariner Girl Scouts Make a splash with Mariner Girl Scouts! Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts discover and develop their water-sport skills through canoeing, sailing and swimming. From mastering canoeing strokes to navigating a sailboat as a team, Mariner Girl Scouts conquer the open waters through this special interest program! The Mariner Program Girl Scouts set sail in ships of six or more, either as an existing troop or as individual Girl Scouts and volunteers, while still maintaining registration in their existing troops. Girl Scout Mariners who are graduating high school have the opportunity to join the Barnacle Ship and help mentor other girls. Winter GAM (Gathering All Mariners) Grades 6-12 for the 2024-2025 school year Date: Jan. 10-12 Location: Wyman Center 63025 Cost: $25 per person What is Winter GAM? It’s a gathering for Girl Scouts who like water sports, such as swimming, canoeing or sailing. Winter GAM is hosted by the Girl Scout Mariners who welcome other campers and Mariners alike to spend a fun weekend at camp. The event includes games, water sport instruction, learning sea shanties and more! Girl Scouts interested in joining the Mariner program are encouraged to attend. All meals, snacks and lodging are included. Participants do not get into the water during this event. Girl Scout membership is required for all participants. Adults must also have a current background check. Summer GAM (Gathering All Mariners) ❧ Grades 6-12 for the 2024-2025 school year Date: July 27-Aug. 2 Location: Du Bois, IL 62831 Cost: $105 per camper Girl Scouts compete in the Council’s longest-standing Mariner event, a five-day experience testing their canoeing, swimming and sailing abilities! Advanced preparation is required, and all activities are based on recognized water safety standards and follow Girl Scout water safety requirements. This event is exclusive to Girl Scouts active in a Mariner ship! Interested in joining Mariner Girl Scouts? Contact:

• Melissa Niedermann, Director, Camping Services at mniedermann@girlscoutsem.org • Jennifer Fakes, Program Coordinator, at marinergsem@gmail.com

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