General Information
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It’s that time again for adult Girl Scouts to sign up and attend Fall School. Come to learn, play, meet new friends, connect with old ones, and make many wonderful memories. This year Fall School is at Camp Todd, we want to showcase the many wonderful opportunities that are available there.
So, sign up and join us for the festivities. Come for the day, one night or two nights, but please come and have a blast !
*COVID 19 Information and Guidelines *
(guidelines will be updated as we get more information)
- You should not, and will not be able to attend camp if you have a fever over 100 degrees or exhibit any of the following symptoms:
-Fever or chills (flushed or reddened skin), Cough, Shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing, Fatigue, Muscle or body aches, Headache, New loss of taste or smell, Sore throat, Congestion or runny nose, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhea
-Overnight accommodations can be limited to allow for social distancing and are first come, first serve. Make sure to let others know if you want to social distance your sleeping area.
Below you will find Camp Expectations, Directions to Camp, the Menu, a Packing List, Frequently Asked Questions, and Sleeping Accommodations at Camp Todd.
* For Financial Aid Availability please contact the Council Office
CAMP EXPECTATIONS
1. NO Alcohol is permitted on Girl Scout Property
2. Smoking of cigarettes is ONLY permitted in fire circles. Adults are asked to bring a small tin to use as an ashtray. No “butts” should be thrown into the fire or fire circle. The tin should be taken home and disposed of.
3. Driving at Camp – Driving is not permitted in camp. If you need a ride, please let us know. We will do everything we can to facilitate your movement around camp.
4. Three Step Rule – If you see a vehicle driving on the road on which you are walking, take 3 steps away from the road. When the vehicle has passed, resume your travels.
5. Sign up on the Kaper Chart in your unit to help keep it clean. You should sign into the site on the sheet provided in the unit house and sign up for a job. This will facilitate leaving a place better than we found it.
6. Recycling – there are recycling containers at each site. Please help us in this important effort and make sure recyclables make it to the recyclable dumpster.
7. As always, if you see something amiss, report it. If you see trash, pick it up. Help us keep it clean.
DIRECTIONS
Directions to Main Camp
East of Denton, MD, from Rt. 404, turn West on MD Rt. 16 at stoplight. After passing Williston Lake, take the first left onto Beauchamp Road. The first entrance on the left goes to Whispering Pines and Hideaway. Main camp is the second entrance on the left going to the Program Center, Canvasback, Tall Timbers, Shady Cove and Choptank Lodge.
Directions to Lakeview Lodge
Take Detour Road off Rt. 16 (4-H Park is on this road). At the next left hand bend, look for wood split rail fence and turn right into driveway. Lakeview Lodge will be at the end of the drive near the lake. Or pass main camp to Clark Road (next road on your left just beyond electric sub-station). Go about ¼ mile and take your first left on Detour RD. Lakeview Lodge will be on your left about ½ mile.
You can also plug the address into your GPS unit and sale on in. the address is:
25012 Beauchamp Branch Road
Denton, MD 21629
Packing List:
You should already know to bring APPROPRIATE CLOTHING and a SLEEPING BAG ! Don’t forget to bring a tote bag/day pack containing your flashlight and extra batteries, permanent pen/marker for bandana signing, and other items you might want (camera, binoculars, etc.) or need (items necessary for a class). But how about those other things that you might not think about ?
A sheet for sleeping on or under
Ear plugs
Aspirin/Tylenol advil, prescriptions
Course supplies
Non-aerosol insect repellent
Money for snacks
NO electrical items
Personal sanitary items
Sit-upon/chair
Sunscreen
Mess Kit (if taking a food class)
Bandana/hat, t-shirt for screen printing
Extra shoes and socks – no sandals or open toe/heel shoes allowed in camp
Camera, batteries
Portable “butt” container if you smoke
Notebook and pen to take notes
Friday night dinner if you are eating at camp
Unbreakable hot/cold water bottle
White elephant (“junk”/prizes) for Bingo
Games
FAQ's
How does my gear get to my site if we can't drive?
You can hike it in or we will deliver it. It’s important to make sure all your gear is labeled with your name and in plastic bags in case of inclement weather. Make sure you label in water proof ink ! Please pack light – space is limited.
Will the camp be Bug-Free?
Yes there will probably be bugs. Remember, bugs are attracted to sweet, sticky stuff like hair spray and perfumes – leave them home.
What happens if it rains?
Fall School is notorious for all kinds of weather. You may be hot one day and cold the next. You might even get wet. Fall School will take place unless there is a weather emergency.
STAYING FOR THE WEEKEND?
Sleeping Accommodations
Unroll your sleeping bag or bedroll in one of our tents, Adirondacks, or lodges.
Tents- Canvasback
Lodges – Choptank, Lakeview
Adirondacks – Hideaway, Whispering Pines, Tall Timbers, Shady Cove
Brought to you by the Fall School Committee 2022:
Donna Burroughs – Chair
Caron Jackson- Registrar
Tina Burton
Cindy Dougherty
Pete Le Brun
Deb Petka
Tara Petka
Andrea Spurlock
Corinne Smith
Laurel Stiles
Sheila Koiv
Esther Wales