From staff reports
The adventures and traditions of summer camp are open to girls who register for 2021 summer sessions hosted by Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania.
In-person and virtual sessions are available to both non-members and members of Girl Scouts. Starting in June and running through August, each session provides girls the opportunity to experience the benefits of an all-girl environment and the time-tested, successful leadership programming of Girl Scouts.
“The magic of camp happens as a girl finds her independence,” said GSWPA director Patricia A. Burkart. “With her fellow campers cheering her on, she bravely tries a brand-new thing – a tin foil dinner from the campfire, peeking under a rock to learn about bugs, or throwing a hatchet. It’s a foundation to grow her confidence to know that she can do anything, and that’s why outdoor experiences have always been a cornerstone of Girl Scout programming,” Burkart said.
GSWPA has implemented new safety measures following guidance from the CDC, state, and local authorities, as well as the American Camp Association and Association of Camp Nurses. Regardless of the camp’s location, all GSWPA camps will follow the guidelines of the county with the strictest COVID-19 recommendations within the council’s western Pennsylvania footprint.
“Girls are excited to get back to camp this summer, and sessions are filling quickly,” said Burkart.
To learn more about camping with GSWPA, visit gswpa.org/camp.
