Swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, nature and science activities, campfires, s’mores, songs, games, and cookouts are all part of the summer tradition offered at Camp Grove Point. All Resident and Day Camp programs will include these great camp activities! Buddy Up! Sign up for Grove Point Resident or Day Camp with a buddy who has never been to Camp Grove Point before and receive $10 off your registration. Campers will also receive a special token from Camp Grove Point to remember their summer with their special buddy!

Sea Horses

(ages 9-12 or entering grades 4-7 in fall 2007)

Go All Out
(Week One June 24-29)
Want to play like a pro? Tennis, ultimate frisbee, archery, capture the flag, and water polo are just the tip of the iceberg. Never heard of some of these games? Come see what the buzz is about and go all out! Capacity: 24 Cost: $350

On Target
(Week Two July 1-6)
Calling all straight shooters! Want to learn about archery or improve your skills? Have fun creating your own target, shooting for balloons, and participating in a camp tournament. No experience necessary. Capacity: 16 Cost: $350

Splash
(Week Two July 1-6) AND (Week Seven August 5-10)
Splash on in to Camp Grove Point for a wet and wonderful camp experience! Swimming, boating, tubing, snorkeling, and beachcombing are sure to wet your appetite for water fun. You’ll take part in creating an all-camp water carnival!
Capacity: 16 Cost: $350

Shipwrecked
(Week Three July 8-13)
The hunt is on! The pirates that used to live on the Sassafras River buried their treasure somewhere on Ordinary Point. After learning what it takes to survive in the wilderness you will head off for an overnight adventure to find that treasure. It’s up to you to bring it back to camp. Think you’re up for the challenge? Capacity: 16 Cost: $350

Horse Fan
(Week Three July 8-13)
It’s time to saddle up! At the nearby stables you’ll groom, saddle, and ride. Learn what it takes to be an equestrian. Those interested can earn the Horse Fan badge. This program is for girls with little or no horseback riding experience.
Capacity: 12 Cost: $450

Camp Hogwarts Returns
(Week Four July 15-20)
Camp Hogwarts is back with a blast this summer! Attend all your favorite classes: Herbology, Divination, Potions, and Care of Magical Creatures. Enjoy a game of Quidditch and treats from Honeydukes. Your week won’t be complete until you travel out of camp to see the new Harry Potter movie at the local theatre. Got a costume? Bring it along! Capacity: 16 Cost: $375

Crazy Creations
(Week Four July 15-20)
Master the fine art of decoupage, tie-dye, and finger weaving! Make a bowl out of an old record and test out origami. Sign up for this one if you dream of spending your days in the arts and crafts lodge! Capacity: 16 Cost: $375

Night Owls
(Week Five July 22-27)
Are you still up when the sun goes down? Explore the night hours with night hikes, late night swims, and stargazing. Take it easy with a sleep-in breakfast in your unit.
Capacity: 20 Cost: $350

Saddle and Paddle
(Week Five July 22-27)
Can’t decide between horses or the waterfront? You don’t have to! Spend half of your time learning the basics of riding and horse care at the nearby stables. Then spend the other half cruising around in your very own kayak. You’ll even get the chance to cruise around during a kayak lunch!
Capacity: 12 Cost: $425 Must be able to swim in deep water.

Scrumptious
(Week Six July 29-August 3)
Learn the fine art of cooking outdoors. Create a menu in the beginning of the week and cook what YOU want! Cake in a box oven, lasagna over an open fire, and mountain pie pizzas are just the beginning of the possibilities.
Capacity: 20 Cost: $350

Horsing Around
(Week Seven August 5-10)
Already spent some time horseback riding? This program is for the advanced beginner and intermediate riders. Riders will expand their grooming and saddling skills and fine-tune their riding at the nearby stables. Improve your horseback riding with some new techniques. Giddy up! Capacity: 18 Cost: $450

KOAST!
(offered every week!)
Want all the best that Camp Grove Point has to offer? KOAST! (kayaking, orienteering, archery, sailing, tie-dyeing) into this program! For the girl who wants a little bit of everything and a whole lot more. Capacity: 32 Cost: $350



(ages 12-17 or entering grades 7-12 in fall 2007)

Extreme Camp Makeover
(Week One June 24-29)
It’s time for the finishing touch! We need you to help with some of the final touches for Camp Grove Point’s new look. Work with camp staff to finish the Camper’s Hideaway. Learn all about design through woodworking, painting, and interior decoration.
Capacity: 16 Cost: $375

Swamp Thang
(Week One June 24-29)
Want to kayak, sail, tube, AND swim? Do it all and still have time to explore the swamplands of Camp Grove Point. If the waterfront is where you want to hang, sign up for this one you swamp thang! Capacity: 16 Cost: $350

All That Dazzles
(mini-session Week Two July 1-3)
Calling all teens interested in going for the Girl Scout Silver or Girl Scout Gold Award! This three day two night program is designed to help you earn some of the prerequisites for your dazzling Girl Scout awards. Enjoy all that Camp Grove Point has to offer while getting a jump start on your Silver or Gold.
Capacity: 24 Cost: $200

Spatastic
(Week Two July 1-6)
Want a week of complete relaxation? Here’s your chance! Make and use homemade spa materials, learn about yoga and Pilates, and lounge in your pajamas. Get the latest scoop on how to take care of your mind and body. Capacity: 16 Cost: $350

Climb On!
(Week Three July 8-13)
Come experience the thrill of the climb! Challenge yourself at Camp Grove Point’s obstacle course by crossing the Acid River and Minefield. Learn the techniques it takes to boulder and climb safely. Show off your new skills when we travel to a nearby climbing wall! Capacity: 12 Cost: $400

Wranglers
(Week Three July 8-13) AND (Week Five July 22-27)
Want to hang out at the barn all week? This program is great for beginner and intermediate riders who want to establish or improve their horseback riding skills. Get lessons at the nearby stable on how to groom, saddle, and ride!
Capacity: 12 Cost: $450

Midnight Madness
(Week Four July 15-20)
Don’t want to go to bed at night? You don’t have to! Learn how to read the stars, take a nighttime trust hike, and have an all night campfire roast. Still not ready for bed? How about a late night dip in the pool? Capacity: 20 Cost: $350

Sail Away
(Week Four July 15-20)
Set your sails on the Sassafras River this summer! Learn the basics of rigging and sailing a variety of different sailboats. By the end of the week you’ll be gliding across the river like a pro.
Capacity: 12 Cost: $375
Must be able to swim in deep water.

Broadway Bound
(Week Five July 22-27)
Imagine your name in lights! Whether you like to sing, dance, act, or work behind the scenes, you’ll have a blast. Perfect your acting, learn about set design, and visit a local theatre for a live stage performance. End the week with a performance for the whole camp. Capacity: 16 Cost: $400

More Than Meets the Eye
(Week Six July 29-August 3)
Ever wonder what it takes to make and sell your own jewelry? Talk with a young professional who turned a hobby into something more. Then get a hands-on lesson and make a few pieces of jewelry just for you. You will also get to try your hand at screen printing, marbleizing your own stationery, and turning a plain white t-shirt into the latest fashion trend.
Capacity: 16 Cost: $375

My Summer Vacation
(Week Six July 29-August 3)
Where would you like to spend your summer vacation? The beach? Shopping? An amusement park? Why not do it all?! Spend a day at Rehoboth Beach in the ocean and at the shops and then take a trip to Six Flags over America. When all the excitement is over pamper yourself at the “Grove Point Day Spa”. Capacity: 12 Cost: $450

River Runners
(Week Seven August 5-10)
Paddle, pole, and roll! You’ll do all things kayak as you learn and practice new skills on the river. Then, gear up and paddle out for an overnight kayaking adventure!
Capacity: 12 Cost: $375 Must be able to swim in deep water.

Rough Riders
(Week Seven August 5-10)
For the girl who has some horseback riding lessons under her belt, this one’s for you! Come practice your skills and learn advanced moves at the nearby stables. Expand your care for and knowledge of horses. This program is for intermediate riders.
Capacity: 18 Cost: $450

KOAST! Teen
(offered every week!)
Want all the best that Camp Grove Point has to offer? KOAST! (kayaking, orienteering, archery, sailing, tie-dyeing) into this program! For the teen who wants a little bit of everything and a whole lot more. Capacity: 32 Cost: $350

(ages 14-17 or entering grades 8-12 in fall 2007, exceptions noted)

Camp Aide
(entering grades 8-10 in fall 2007) (Week One June 24-29)
Get the chance to learn what it takes to be a camp counselor. Focus on camp craft, traditions, games, and sports. Participate in a mini staff training, learn how camp runs, and help plan future activities for camp. Girls who participate in this program will earn their Program Aide pin and after evaluation may be offered the opportunity to volunteer later in the summer.
Capacity: 8 Cost: $350

Aquatic Aide
(entering grades 8-10 in fall 2007) (Week Two July 1-6)
Come learn how the waterfront stays afloat! Spend your week at the waterfront learning how to run games and facilitate boating. You will also get the chance to perfect your skills. Participate in a mini staff training, learn how camp runs, and help plan future waterfront activities for camp. Girls who participate in this program will earn their Program Aide pin and after evaluation may be offered the opportunity to volunteer later in the summer.
Capacity: 8 Cost: $350

Adventure Aide
(entering grades 8-10 in fall 2007) (Week Three July 8-13)
Learn to be a leader of adventure! This program is for girls who want to learn about the adventurous side of Camp Grove Point! Archery, team building, outdoor skills and survival are what you will focus on. Participate in a mini staff training, learn how camp runs, and help plan future adventures for camp. Girls who participate in this program will earn their Program Aide pin and after evaluation may be offered the opportunity to volunteer later in the summer. Capacity: 8 Cost: $350

CIT
(entering grades 11-12 in fall 2007) (Weeks Four through Six July 15-August 3)
This three week program gives girls who are interested in becoming camp counselors the training they need, while still having fun at camp. Girls will develop the following skills necessary to work with children in an educational and outdoor setting: child development understanding, camp program, leadership, teaching techniques, problem solving, and communication. The first two weeks will focus on developing skill, and the last week will be spent gaining experience as an intern in a camper unit. Girls will earn the CIT I pin and will have the option to be interviewed and return as an official Junior Counselor! Capacity: 8 Cost: $600
This is a three week program; participants must make arrangements to go home over the weekends.