GSHG Summer Camp Guide 2026

LOL: It’s a Vibe Camp Martha Johnston June 16-19 2026 Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors (grades 6-12) $395 for resident camp; $300 for CIT 1 or 2

This summer, the camp is yours! Tired of the same old scheduled camps? Living Out Loud (LOL) is a four-day camp by girls and for girls, giving you the power to custom-build your own perfect camp session. This isn’t your average camp; it’s an elective-based program where you call the shots. Your activity choices are driven directly by your feedback. Through pre-camp surveys, you get to choose the workshops, adventures, and special events you want to explore—from advanced wilderness survival and digital photography to college prep and leadership training. We listen to your voice and craft a program that reflects your interests. Wanna check out the choices? Visit our LOL Vibe Check. It’s about more than just fun; it’s about finding your voice, building leadership skills, and gaining the confidence to live life—and camp—exactly as you want. Come join a community where your opinions matter, your passions are celebrated, and you are empowered to truly live out loud! CIT 1 Program** (for Seniors and Ambassadors): Ready to step into a leadership role and make a real impact at camp? Our national Girl Scouts Counselor in Training 1 (CIT 1) program is designed exclusively for Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors who want to develop the essential skills of a camp counselor. Through hands-on experience, you’ll learn to lead activities, understand camper behavior, and discover what it takes to run an engaging camp day. CIT 1 is for gaining foundational skills by observing and assisting camp staff with small group activities like games and song leading. This is where you learn the ropes and master the day-to-day workings of camp! CIT 2 Program** (for Ambassadors) : Ready to take full ownership of your leadership role? The Counselor in Training 2 (CIT 2) program is the capstone experience designed specifically for Girl Scout Ambassadors who have successfully completed the CIT 1 requirements. CIT 2 is not just a training program—it’s your opportunity to prove your skills, build your leadership legacy, and step into the role of a true mentor: • Deepen Mentorship: Work closely with camp staff to deepen your understanding of the camp’s operational structure, safety protocols, and group management. • Design & Lead: Take the lead on planning and executing more complex and diverse activities, giving you practical experience in program development and delivery. • Independent Practice: Through extensive, practical experience, you will solidify the skills needed to effectively lead a group of younger campers and confidently serve as paid camp staff in the future.

Don’t forget: Completing this leadership progression is a prerequisite for earning the highest awards through Girl Scouts’ national program!

**Per national requirements, participants must complete two weeks of CIT 1 training or CIT 2 training to earn the awards. The CIT program will run during weeks 2 (Suds and Spuds) and 3 (LOL: It’s a Vibe) of residential camp. Campers will check in Sunday, June 7, and check out Friday, June 12, then return for week 3 on Sunday, June 14, with final check out on Friday, June 19. 10