2023 Day Camp

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Review the 2023 Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails Summer Camp Guide here! (downloadable pdf)

Each week will follow a theme and campers will explore the theme through arts and crafts, STEM activities, outdoor games, and more. These camps are geared towards Kindergarten through 5^th grade with leadership/program aides opportunities for Girl Scout Cadettes (6^th to 12^th grade) at Both Do-si-dos Day Camp & at Elliott Barker. Your camper does not need to be a current Girl Scout to join us in the fun! This is a gender-specific Day Camp for youth that identify as girls. Nonbinary youth are welcome in this safe space as well.

Cost

Day Camp (Kindergarten – 5th)
$175 | current GSNMT Members
$225 | non members

Program Aides (6th – 9th)
FREE!

Cell phone and other electronics use is prohibited. Cell phones may only be used for programming purposes by adult volunteers or staff (taking photos, as a timer, etc). All campers that need to bring a cell phone must keep it in their backpacks at all times.

Do-si-dos Day Camp (Albuquerque)

Located in Albuquerque at the Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails council offices this Day Camp is for Kindergarten to 5^th graders. Leadership/program aide opportunities are available for 6th to 9th graders.

Schedule

Check-in will be from 9:00 am - 9:30 am. Check-out will be from 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm.

Before care is available from 8:30 am - 9:00 am. Aftercare is available from 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Add Before or After Care: $25 individually or $40 for both (no early bird discount)

Caregivers will be invited to join us each week from 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm on Friday for different activities like a talent show, gallery-style art show, science fair, and more.

Snacks will be provided every day around 2:30 pm; additional snacks may be provided by the family and packed in the camper’s lunch.

Week 1 – A Little Bit of Everything
June 19 - 23, 2023
This week is the perfect sampler of camp activities! Campers will spend one day each exploring: outdoor skills, STEM, life skills, and entrepreneurship through games, crafts, experiments, and more. You’ll finish the week with a presentation that y’all choose as a group.
Week 2 – STEM Magic
June 26 - 30, 2023
This week campers will explore each pillar of STEM: science, technology, engineering, math (and magic)! From hands-on messy foam to exploding soda rockets, marshmallow catapults, and playing with magnets. Then, we’ll wrap up with a mini science fair on the last day.
Week 3 – Movement and Music
July 3 - 7, 2023
Lights, music, places! Campers will explore different kinds of dance, learn new songs, make instruments, practice skits, and more. On the final day, parents will be invited to a talent show or parade.
Week 4 – Water Wonders
July 10 - 14, 2023
Chill out, cool down, and stay hydrated! Campers will learn about water, where it comes from, why we need it, where it’s going, how to filter it, what it’s common and unique uses are, and (of course) spend plenty of time playing water games and doing experiments.
Week 5 – Wild About Animals
July 17 - 21, 2023
It’s time to get wild (about animals)! Campers will learn about different types of animals (mammals, aquatic, etc), make costumes, create habitats, learn about their eating habits, explore jobs with animals, and more.

Camp Elliott Barker Day Camp (Angel Fire)

Located in Angel Fire at Camp Elliott Barker this Day Camp is for Kindergarten to 5^th graders. Leadership/program aide opportunities are available for 6^th to 9^th graders.

Camp will run Monday – Thursday. Check-in will be from 9:00 am - 9:30 am. Check-out will be from 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm. In addition to the activities listed in each session's description, campers will participate in hikes, outdoor cooking, camp songs, and swimming or canoeing (once a session). Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and change of clothes on Wednesday of their session.

Snacks will be provided every day around 2:30 pm; additional snacks may be provided by the family and packed in the camper’s lunch.

Week 1 – Superhero Academy
July 10 - 13, 2023
Campers assemble! During this session of Day Camp, you will fashion a superhero costume, test out different superpowers, learn about the strength of working in a superhero team, and create your own superhero comic.
Week 2 – Myths & Magic
July 17 - 20, 2023
What is a myth? Is magic real? Find out at this session of Day Camp! Campers will learn magic tricks, create mystical potions, paint with disappearing colors, and use science to figure out the hows and whys.
Week 3 – Water Wonders
July 24 - 27, 2023
Splish, splash, get ready to have a blast! Campers will learn about water, where it comes from, why we need it, where it’s going, how to filter it, what its common and unique uses are, and (of course) spend plenty of time playing water games and exploring the pond
Week 4 – Explorer Extraordinaire
July 31 – Aug 4, 2023
It’s time to hit the trails! Campers will explore different methods of adventuring and learn basic camping skills. During this session, campers will learn camping knots, knife safety, how to put up a tent, the best things to pack in your backpack, and first aid.

Ready, Resilient, Strong Program Aides

Want to work in the outdoor education field someday or just gain the skills needed for jobs outside of camp and Girl Scouts? Our leadership programs will get you started on the right path. Join us in Albuquerque or Angel Fire to assist with our Summer Day Camp. Help campers in grades kindergarten - 5th as they sing, create, explore, and more during their week of Girl Scout fun! Program Aides at Barker must go home every night to their families.

Girl Scouts in grades 6th - 9th are invited to volunteer and earn service hours assisting with or leading programs. Learn about leadership, teamwork, conflict resolution, handling stressful situations, experiential learning, and child development. These leadership opportunities offer valuable skills and experience, many of which will help prepare you for life in high school. If you have not already, all active Girl Scouts will earn their PA pin by participating in this program.

Program Aides will join us all day at Day Camp from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm during the week that they register for! All weeks have four (4) available spots for Program Aides.

Day Camp FAQ's

Is my child allowed to bring their cell phone to day camp?

Cell phone and other electronics use is prohibited. Cell phones may only be used for programming purposes by adult volunteers or staff (taking photos, as a timer, etc). Campers that need a cell phone to contact their families or for a medical reason must inform their counselors; cell phones will be kept in the camper’s backpack during Day Camp program hours.

What should my child bring to day camp?

Campers are required to bring:

backpack
a (full) reusable water bottle
sunscreen
lip balm
light jacket
sack lunch (that does not require refrigeration)

Optional items they can bring are  a book/coloring book, SWAPS/friendship bracelets for new friends, and additional snacks as needed. Campers are not allowed to have electronic devices (phones, music players, etc) unless authorized in writing by the Camp Director.