GSHG Summer Camp Guide 2026

Keeping Campers Healthy

At GSHG summer camps, we meet every camper where they are. Whether your Girl Scout is a first-time camper, has dietary needs, or has physical or emotional considerations, we’re committed to partnering with you to create a safe, comfortable, positive experience. Our health and wellness team reviews each health profile before arrival and meets with every parent/guardian at check-in to understand individual needs and make a plan for the week. Knowing about learning differences, bed-wetting, ADHD, medical conditions, or recent losses helps us support your camper with care.

Talk to us! If you have questions about your camper’s needs, email programregistrar@gshg.org.

Tips for Total Wellness • Hydrate: Pack a 16 ounce water bottle with your camper’s name on it, and talk to your camper about the importance of drinking 3-4 bottles a day at camp to prevent dehydration. Our team monitors water intake and keeps campers drinking throughout the day. • Apply : Pack SPF 50+ sunscreen, and encourage your camper to apply it at least 10 minutes before going out in the sun. Camp staff reminds campers to reapply often. Hats and swim shirts can also be sent to help protect against the sun. • Rest: The first night of camp is always the latest for campers and staff alike, but after a full day of fun, campers are ready to sleep. Encourage your camper to enjoy the excitement during the day and get plenty of rest at night. Medication Administration Be sure to list all of your camper’s medications on the health history form, including over-the counter medications. Bring these with you to check-in. All medications for campers and team members are securely stored in the health center. • Only medications (including vitamins) that are listed on the camper’s health history and in their original containers can be administered. All medications should labeled with the camper’s name and usage direction. The camp nurse will follow the dosage on the original container. • Medication can only be given to the person named on the original prescription container. • Campers who use an inhaler as needed may be allowed to carry it with them in their backpack. The parent and health care supervisor will determine if the camper can take on this responsibility. In these cases, we recommend keeping a second inhaler in the health center as a backup. • All counselors are certified in First Aid and CPR, and first-aid kits are available in every activity location and sleeping area. Additional supplies and approved over-the-counter medications (see healthy history in CampDoc for listing) are available through the health center. Please indicate in your camper’s health history which medications the health care supervisor may dispense to your camper if needed. Please disclose other health-related concerns, such as bed-wetting, sleep walking, etc. on the health history form so that we can best meet the needs of your camper. 18