March 21, 2013

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Volume 1, Issue 2

Camp Pisgah
Terrapin Times
Missed Early Bird? So, What Now?
Inside this issue:
Gearing up for GSU Horse MANIA! Last Chance... Session Spotlight Camp Trivia Meet the Staff 1 2 2 3 4 4

You ever wake up to a nagging feeling that you forgot something? You used every memory device you know; a string around the finger, notes on the bathroom mirror, ink on your palm But there is still this voice in the back of your mind telling you there is something really important you forgot to do Oh yeah, REGISTER FOR CAMP DURING EARLY BIRD! Argh! As you went through the hustle and bustle of the day, you forgot to register your child for summer camp before Early Bird ended. So, what now? Ill tell you what; you can still register for summer camp! While you

may not pay the same rate as in Early Bird, lets take a moment to reflect on all the ways summer camp will help your child grow: confidence, social skills, new friendships, selfesteem, leadership skills, adventure and exploration opportunities, ability to make good choices, teamwork and collaboration, social and cultural awareness, development of emotional intelligence, appreciation for nature, and most important, an appreciation for YOU! We can all agree that these benefits are priceless!! So dont delay, sign up for summer camp today!

Pisgah Highlights:
Register for GSU by April 5th Art-o-Rama Junior Encampment (May 17-19) Pony Daze Junior Encampment (May 24-25) Family Fun Day (June 2) Camp Pisgah 60th Birthday Celebration (June 8-9) Camp Pisgah is open for weekend troop camping! For more information contact Andria Johnson at 336-369-7427.

Gearing up for GSU!

April 19-21

Girl Scout University (GSU) is a great event for all girls in grades 6-12 who love to explore new skills, hang out with older Girl Scouts from across our council and enjoy a weekend at Camp Pisgah. We have amazing activities lined up for you that are sure to pique your interests- from jewelry making to water rocket launching to Zumba and Contra dancing, we are certain you will stay engaged and entertained this weekend! And for those Harry Potter enthusiasts, we are offering a class where you will build your very own Nimbus 2000! Each girl can individually register for these sessions and class sign-up will be held on Friday, April 19.

Click here for the GSU brochure!

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Horse MANIA!
Are you coo-coo for colts? Fanatical for foals? Passionate for ponies? If you have a deep desire to saddle up this summer, Camp Pisgah has the horse activity for you! We offer some really amazing horse programs for all level riders from beginner to advanced that are sure to have you begging to return next summer! Check out our offerings and sign up for the session that suits you best. new friends and make some horse crafts to take home! late as you improve your riding skills. And the best part wait for it you will even go riding by moonlight with our experienced wranglers!

Hoof Beats
This horse program is for the beginning to intermediate riders entering grades 4-6. You will spend 3 hours daily at the barn, improving your riding skills, grooming and caring for Pisgah horses. At the end of the week, youll put your knowledge to the test as you take a trail ride through camp with your new HB buddies!

Junior Riding Instructors

For our oldest girls and more advanced riders, this two-week program allows you to develop your riding skills and be a leader to younger, less experienced riders as you practice giving them basic riding lessons. Add in trail rides and other camp activities, and this will be the bet two weeks EVER!

Foaling Around
This beginner program is for girls entering grades 2-3. You will spend a week at the barn, grooming the horses and learning how to ride from our experienced wranglers. You will also explore other camp activities with your

Night Riders
Another option for girls entering grades 4-6, this horse program takes place during our night week. So, you will sleep in and stay up

Last Chance...
Get the inside scoop on summer programs with only 1-2 camper spaces left! Adrenaline Rush II: June 16-28 This two week high-octane, adventure program features ziplining, river tubing, whitewater rafting and hiking. There are only 2 spots remaining! Night Riders: July 7-12 Featured previously, this July session has only 1 spot remaining! It takes place during our Magic & Mysteries session, so it wont be open for very long! Counselor-in-Training I: This is a two-week program for girls 15-16 hoping to become camp counselors one day. You will learn valuable leadership skills, support all areas of camp and be a positive role model for younger campers. There is only 1 spot remaining for the July 719 session (the first week is during the Magic & Mysteries session!!). Hoof Beats: June 23-28 This program is for the young horse lovers in grades 4-6. Spend 3 hours daily at the barn, learning to ride, groom and care for Pisgah horses. There are 2 spots remaining this session. Llama Trek July 14-19 This program is for llama llovers! Hang out with these furry, gentle giants, hike trails, create llama crafts and play games. After last weeks profile, there are only 2 spots remaining in this session.

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Session Spotlight
Are you entering 1st to 3rd grade, and are looking for something exciting to do thats just for kids like you? Well, lets turn the spotlight to the summer programs that we made just for YOU!

Brownie Bites
Come one, come all, little Brownies! This program is for our youngest campers looking to explore a little bit of everything at camp this summer. You will play with the goats at the petting farm, go swimming and boating, learn new games and camp songs, create crafts to take home and have a jolly ole time with your cabin mates!

Doodle Bugs
For our young explorers and naturalists, this mini-adventure session lets you get down and dirty! Hang out at the lake to do some creek-stomping exploration to learn about the natural world around camp. And when youve had enough soggy, muddy fun, you can swim, play games, make nature crafts and do many other activities with your doodle buddies!

Pet Time
Have you ever wanted to hang out with a llama? How about goats and a pot-belly pig? In this session you will spend some quality time with our camp animals at the petting farm. You will also make animal masks in the art room and go for a pony ride at the barn. Then, of course, you will experience the rest of what camp has to offer; from the pool, to our games, to the nighttime activities.

Its A Girl Thing!

Dont let the pink fool you! This program is for older girls, grades 8-12 who like to channel their inner Sporty Spice. Have some muddy fun with other teens as you explore a variety of adventure sports. Go fly fishing, target practice with a sling shot, practice your archery skills, ride a motorbike and play paintball. You know what they say; girls just wanna have fun!

Cave In
Come hear the echoes of laughter in local caves as you explore the world beneath us. Go hiking, spelunking, create dirt art and sleep in a cave overnight! Let me repeat that Sleep in a cave OVER NIGHT! How awesome is that?! This underground adventure is exclusively for girls entering grades 6-8.

Family Camp
We at Camp Pisgah know how hard it is to find a kidfriendly, affordable summer vacation. At Family Camp, you will meet people from all over, enjoy campfires, practice your archery skills, swim, boat on our lake, and enjoy sensational meals! And if thats not enough, we also offer offsite excursions for an additional fee. So round up all your family members mom, dad, son, daughter, grandpa, nana, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, cousin, close family friend and get Contact Pisgah@girlscoutsp2p.org ready for an amazing 3for more information or register online at www.camppisgah.org. day vacation!

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Are you a die-hard Pisgahnite? Do you think you know EVERYTHING about Camp? Well lets find out! Answer the Camp Trivia question below and post your best guess on our Facebook page. One lucky responder will be selected to be featured in the Terrapin Times!

What are the names of our goats?

(Hint: there are four of them!)

Meet the Staff

am from Brevard, I'm currently living in London and volunteering at one of the Guiding and Scouting World Centres - Pax Lodge. My favorite things to do are read and play Quidditch, which, as many campers will know, is obviously the best sport ever. I am really looking forward to making this year unique and amazing, and I hope you're all excited too!

Hello! My name is Sci-Fi! I've been a Girl Scout and a camper for 12 years, and this will be my first year as staff at Camp Pisgah! I love to meet new people, and I hope to be a high My name is Grevling, and I am going school English teacher one day. I like to sing to be the Program Director this and dance (even though Im not very good at summer! This will be my 19th summer either) and I love sloths, Harry Potter, colorful at Pisgah, my 6th on staff, and my sunglasses, friendship bracelets, and tacos. This summer is gonna be so much fun, I cant wait! 1st on the admin team. Although I

Hey guys! Im Diva (in the best sense possible!). Im currently a first year law student from England and this will be my first time at Camp Pisgah! Ill be working as a Unit Counselor and cannot wait! My favorite things to do include athletics, reading, travelling and singing- even though I really shouldnt! I love to watch every sport imaginable, but nothing is better than tennis! Excited to meet everyone and have a summer full of great memories!