Best. Summer. EVER. Welcome to Day Camp! On behalf of Girl Scouts San Diego, welcome to an exciting and meaningful day camp summer! Whether you are new to Girl Scout day camp or are a seasoned expert, we hope this will be an unforgettable experience for you. The hundreds of girls you will encounter this summer will have the opportunity of a lifetime, because of your com- mitment to camp. This booklet is your ticket to camp. In it you’ll find information about when and where to arrive, staff training, what to expect. Please read through this information carefully as you will be responsible for its contents. You will bring your experience, knowledge, skills and passion to our team of commit- ted individuals. Together, we’ll make a difference in the lives of hundreds of girls. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions. We look forward to working with you this summer! Sincerely, The Day Camp Team Campers and Camp Who are our campers? . Camp serves girls entering grades K-12 in a variety of different programs. Most of the campers are already Girl Scouts, but many are brand new to Girl Scouting. The majority of our campers are from San Diego, but we have a few from around the United States or other countries. 25-35% of our campers attend more than one camp during the summer. 15-20% of our campers receive some sort of financial assistance to attend camp. What kind of programs are offered at camp? A variety of themes and activities—from horseback riding to fashion design— offering something fun for every girl. Camper-Staff Interactions . Camp is for the camper. Focus primarily on serving campers. When they’re hap- py engaged and safe, you’ll have more fun, too! . Model mutual respect for each individual as you empathetically listen and sensi- tively respond. Be especially gentle when backgrounds or abilities are different . Camp is to be a safe place, physically and emotionally. Guard your campers in all ways. 3 Day Camp Organization Chart Program Director Jen Nation (619) 610-0726 Directs all outdoor program and program support, including day and resident camps. Note: Each camp will vary in position availa- bility based on camp Outdoor Manager Gabby Coburn (619) 610-0816 size and needs. Supervises and supports all outdoor program including day and resident camps. Outdoor Education Specialist Extended Care Supervises & supports all Girl Scout day camps and the volunteers and staff involved. Leaders Director ___________________________________________ Program Support Plans and implements day camp, including developing a budget, planning program, as well as training and supervising day camp volunteers and staff. Associate Director __________________________ Business Manager __________________________ Assists the director in planning and organizing camp. Responsible for maintaining the budget and finances of a camp. Health Supervisor __________________________ Program Director___________________________ Manages health and safety through prevention and treatment Responsible for helping to plan and implement general camp program. Program Leaders Counselors (AKA Unit Leaders) Camper Ratios # of adults # of campers Preschool/Daisys (Grades PS-1) 1 6 Day Camp Aides/ Campers Brownies (Grades 2-3) 1 8 Counselors-in-Training Juniors (Grades 4-5) 1 10 Cadettes (Grades 6-8) 1 10 Seniors (Grades 9-10) 1 12 Ambassador (Grades 11-12) 1 12 ACA HR.9, HR.18 4 Balboa Program Center–Site Map 5 Day Camp Locations BALBOA PROGRAM CENTER From South Bay: Take I-5 North to Hwy. 163 North Go north on 163 to the Richmond St. exit Take Richmond to Upas St. (Stop sign) and turn left Balboa Campus is the first driveway on the left. From North County: Take Hwy. 163 South Go to the Washington St. East exit and bear right From Washington St., turn right at first exit (Richmond) Go south on Richmond St. to Upas St. and turn right Balboa Campus is the first driveway on the left. From East County: Take I-8 West, go south on Hwy. 163 Follow the North County directions ESCONDIDO HUMANE SOCIETY, 3450 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido Take 15 to Via Rancho Parkway and go east. Via Rancho Parkway will turn into Bear Valley Road. Stay on Bear Valley Road until the road splits; stay right. Turn right at Valley Parkway. Turn left at dog park; there is a large sign for the Escondido Humane Society. Follow road until you see building. HEARTLAND RANCH, 12139 Moreno Ave., Lakeside Take I-8 East to CA-67 North, go right on Willow Road, take first left onto Moreno CROWN COVE AQUATICS CENTER, From the North: Take I-5 to the Coronado Bridge. Make a left on Orange Avenue and travel south on Orange until you reach the Silver Strand State Beach turnoff on the right side of the highway. Orange Avenue becomes Highway 75. You will pass the Hotel Del Coronado, the Naval Amphibious Base, the Navy housing and the beach exit will be directly across from Coronado Bay Road. Park in lot #3 and walk through the pedestrian tunnel to the bay side and you are there. POWAY LAKE, From I-15 take Rancho Bernardo Road. Continue to Espola Road. Turn left onto Lake Poway Road. Destination is on the left. 6 Day Camp Locations (cont.) ESCONDIDO PROGRAM CENTER Exit I-15 at Via Rancho Parkway Turn right; turn left at Mary Lane At stop sign turn right First driveway on your right MUSEUM OF MAKING MUSIC, 5790 Armada Dr., Carlsbad From the south: Take Interstate 5 north to Carlsbad. Exit at Palomar Airport Road and turn east (right). Proceed through the Paseo del Norte intersection; turn left at Armada Drive. From the north: Take Interstate 5 south to Carlsbad. Exit at Palomar Airport Road and turn east (left). Proceed through the Paseo del Norte intersection; turn left at Armada Drive. CAMP WINACKA From highway 78/79 take PINE HILLS RD. CAMP WHISPERING turnoff 1 mile west of OAKS Julian. Drive 1½ From highway 78/79 miles; bear RIGHT on take PINE HILLS RD. EAGLE PEAK RD. turnoff 1 mile west of Follow EAGLE PEAK Julian. Drive 1½ RD. 1½ miles to the miles; bear RIGHT on junction with BOUL- EAGLE PEAK RD. DER CREEK RD. Go Follow EAGLE PEAK left ¼ mile and bear RD. 1½ miles to the RIGHT on BOULDER junction with BOUL- CREEK RD. when it DER CREEK RD. Go joins PINE HILLS RD. left ¼ mile and bear Continue on BOUL- LEFT on PINE HILLS DER CREEK RD. ½ RD. Continue on mile to the entrance to PINE HILLS RD. ½ Camp Winacka on the mile to the entrance to right. Camp Whispering Oaks on the right. 7 Quick Guide for Day Camp Staff Teammates Name: Phone: E-mail: ________________________ _____________________________ ______________________________ ________________________ _____________________________ ______________________________ ________________________ _____________________________ ______________________________ ________________________ _____________________________ ______________________________ ________________________ _____________________________ ______________________________ ________________________ _____________________________ ______________________________ Supervision As a staff member at day camp, you are responsible for the supervision of a group of campers (large or small). The following do’s and don’ts of supervision apply to all positions working in direct contact with campers. Do’s Don’ts . Be aware of campers’ whereabouts . Be alone with a camper . Enforce use of buddy system . Excessively talk to other staff . Participate in all program activities . Read, write letters, e-mails or text messages . Listen and respond to campers’ needs (unless part of program) . Resolve conflicts using positive discipline . Leave Day Camp Aides or Counselors-in- techniques Training completely responsible for the unit . Have fun! On Field Trips or Hikes . Review safety rules for the site you are visiting or for hiking. Keep your unit together. Walk as a group in a buddy line with adults in both the front and the rear. Report to the director and health supervisor when necessary. Carry a small first aid kit. ACA HR.14 8 Information to Share with Campers on the First Day Staff reviews the following with campers on the first day. Campers will follow the staff’s example so be a good role model. Our Camp Community . Introduce the staff and explain roles. Explain the day’s schedule. Play name games to learn everyone’s names. Be sure they know where the bathroom is, and to let you know when they need to use it. Explain where things are kept in the unit. Silence signal – we raise our hand for silence. Make sure everyone observes this sign, in- cluding staff. You may miss an important announcement. Campers must keep their unit area neat. Keep belongings together. Make sure they are aware that you are here for them. Assure them that you will listen to their needs and fears. Above all, make them feel secure and that they are going to have a fun session. Safety Rules . Buddy system means you always take a buddy with you. Explain who a buddy is. No running along paths – it is safer to walk wherever you go. Wear sunscreen, even on cloudy days and wear a hat. Swimming suit tops are worn only at the pool. Hats are encouraged. Hats should be removed at flag ceremonies. Do not share hats, bandanas, combs or brushes, etc. Closed toe/heel shoes and socks must be worn at all times. They prevent many minor inju- ries, blisters and sore feet. Drink lots of water. Often headaches and stomachaches are the result of not enough water. No climbing on trees or buildings. Wash hands before eating and after using the restroom or petting animals. Go over risk area precautions, such as no campers are allowed near waterfront, horses or playground equipment without a staff member. Stay with the group. Ask permission from the counselor if you and your buddy need to run an errand.