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Confirmation Letters

Update 6/19: Confirmation Letters with Unit Assignments and What To Bring have been sent as PDFs to all Campers and Siblings. We haven't sent letters to Caddies or Volunteers yet. 

• Camper Confirmation Letter (PDF)

• Sibling Care Confirmation Letter (PDF)

• Older Girl Caddie Confirmation Letter (PDF)

• Volunteer Guide Packet (PDF)

Email info@twilightcamp.org with any questions.

Activity Planning

Planning Twilight Camp activities is fun and rewarding.  We usually have four activities at each site, each one 30-45 minutes in length. The links below open planning worksheets to help you think through the steps needed to prepare an activity before camp.

To work on an activity:

1. Click the link belowto open the Activity Planning Worksheet for your activity

2. Click Edit Document > Edit in Browser in the title bar to make changes

Site 4 | Trailside | “Red” | Risa Barte, Kathryn Fleming-Sumsky

• Site 4 – Videogame Controller Cookies (Snack)

• Site 4 – Perler Bead Keychain (Craft)

• Site 4 – Minecraft Roblox Challenge Course (Physical)

• Site 4 – Snake Game (Other)

Site 5 | Lakeview | "Yellow" | Katie Kennedy

• Site 5 – Scrabble Bingo (Snack)

• Site 5 – Cup and Ball Game (Craft)

• Site 5 – Disc Golf (Physical)

• Site 5 – Minute to Win It (Other)

Site 2 | Hilltop  | "Orange" | Amber Smith

• Site 2 – Map Reading and Dominoes (Snack)

• Site 2 – Meeple Bracelets (Craft)

• Site 2 – Lawn Twister (Physical)

• Site 2 – Pocket Games (Other)

Site 3 | Big Oak | “Purple” | Heidi Huffman

• Site 3 – Candy Land (Snack)

• Site 3 – Build a Board Game (Craft)

• Site 3 – Angry Birds Slingshots (Physical)

• Site 3 – Fishing (Other)

2023 Adult Volunteers

Thanhks for volunteering at Twilight Camp! Please sign up for a specific assignment at the Adult Volunteer Sign-Up Genius Form.  Let us know if you have questions about what each spot entails.  We’ve got a 15 minute video and a printable PDF that summarizes Twilight Camp and what’s involved with volunteering. Please take 15 minutes this week and review them (if nothing else, watch the video):

Printable Guide: Twilight Camp Volunteer Guide (PDF)

Schedule for the Week

2023 Adult Volunteers

Thanks for volunteering at Twilight Camp! Please sign up for a specific assignment at the Adult Volunteer Sign-Up Genius Form.  Let us know if you have questions about what each spot entails.  We’ve got a 15 minute video and a printable PDF that summarizes Twilight Camp and what’s involved with volunteering. Please take 15 minutes this week and review them (if nothing else, watch the video):

• Twilight Camp Volunteer Orientation Video

• Twilight Camp Volunteer Guide (PDF)

2023 Adult Volunteers

Thanhks for volunteering at Twilight Camp! Please sign up for a specific assignment at the Adult Volunteer Sign-Up Genius Form.  Let us know if you have questions about what each spot entails.  We’ve got a 15 minute video and a printable PDF that summarizes Twilight Camp and what’s involved with volunteering. Please take 15 minutes this week and review them (if nothing else, watch the video):

• Twilight Camp Volunteer Orientation Video

• Twilight Camp Volunteer Guide (PDF)

Caddie Training Sunday

Training for Caddies is mandatory on Sunday July 17th.  Meet at Lake Minnewashta Park.

• Caddie Packet (PDF)

3:00 pm Games/Icebreakers

3:30 pm Leadership Training

4:00 pm Unit Logistics

5:30 pm Dinner

6:00 pm Site Activities and Camp Tour

8:00 pm Dismissal

Shopping, Gear, and Printing Lists

Here's running lists Nick is maintaining of what we need to purchase, pull from storage, or print for programming activities. Let him know what you need.  These are works in progress, we'll check, consolidate and finalize before purchasing.

• 2022 Twilight Camp Shopping List

• 2022 Twilight Camp Gear List

• 2022 Twilight Camp Printing List

Activity Plans

Site 2 | Hilltop | Home Sweet Home (Amber)

• Site 2 – Raise the Roof

• Site 2 – Quilting Bee

• Site 2 – Pie Iron Cookies

• Site 2 – Yoga

Site 3 | Big Oak | The Nest (Heidi)

• Site 3 – Birds of a Feather

• Site 3 – The Hatchery

• Site 3 – Bird Nest Snack

• Site 3 – Odd Ducks

Site 4 | Trailside | Team Spirit (Risa)

• Site 4 – Archery

• Site 4 – Knee High Tie Dye

• Site 4 – Low Ropes

• Site 4 – Build Your Own Trail Mix

Site 5 | Lakeview | Girl Scouts Rule! (Beth)

• Site 5 – Leave No Trace

• Site 5 – Edible Campfire

• Site 5 – Tents

• Site 5 – Lockets

Join us for "Twilight at Home!"

We can't be together, but we can still have camp.  The team has been working hard over the last few weeks to put together a remote, self-guided camp experience for your daughter. We've put together an activity kit of camp supplies, a t-shirt, and a participation patch based on many of our typical camp activities.  A packet will be included in the kits with instructions, with pre-recorded Caddie videos demonstrating the activities. Work at your own pace and share photos of activities and creations online.

Cost

• $30 Campers (Girl Scouts entering grades K-6)

• $10 Caddies (Girl Scouts entering grades 7-12)

REGISTRATION EXTENDED!

Please register by midnight, Sunday June 14th!

Activity Station Planning Help Needed

Have an idea or know someone?  We'd love your and input. 

We're planning activities now for our four programming areas.  Want to help plan a station?  Or do you know an outside expert?  Or just share a contact?  Email us at info@twilightcamp.org, we'll connect you with one of the program areas

Registration Closed

Registration is now closed for Twilight Camp 2022. Families will be receiving a registration confirmation this week, and we'll send volunteers a Sign-Up Genius link later this month.  You'll also receive a detailed confirmation letter with camp procedures and what to bring.

Any questions, please email info@twilightcamp.org. Have a great summer!

Bring-a-Friend

Campers, invite a friend who isn't a Girl Scout to camp!

Girls entering grades 1-6 can invite a non-Girl Scout girl friend who is new to Girl Scouts and in the same grade to Twilight Camp.  We’ll make every effort to place them in the same Unit.  This is a great way to try out Girl Scouts!  Have the friend register as a camper and indicate the Girl Scout who invited her.  Be sure to list the other girl as a placement request when you register (there's a spot for the other girl's name on the form).  Current and past Girl Scouts must be registered with GSUSA. Contact the local River Valleys council at 800.845.0787 if you need to renew your membership or check your status.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellation Policy: We hate to have her miss camp!  Late arrival/early departure is an option, email us to discuss.  Otherwise submit camp cancellation requests via email to info@twilightcamp.org.  Registration fees will be refunded at 100% thru May 31st, and at 50% June 1 thru June 15th.  No refunds will be issued after June 15th.  Thank you for your understanding.

Questions?  Comments?  Ideas?  Email info@twilightcamp.org

Whew, thanks for reading all that!  Click below once you're ready!

After registering please mail a check and/or cookie credits, or pay @TwilightCamp with Venmo. Financial assistance is available, apply here, then register.  Girls must register by June 12th 14th so we have time to secure supplies.

COVID-19 UPDATE | TWILIGHT CAMP CANCELLED

On May 7, 2020, Girl Scouts River Valleys announced the cancellation of all in-person summer camps for the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This cancellation includes Twilight Camp.  

Girl Scouts River Valleys must ensure the health and safety of girls and volunteers and this decision was made with that priority in mind. Girl Scout camp is a place where we are often in close quarters – we cook outdoors together, play games together, and create memories together. Social distancing is not the norm at Twilight Camp.   As a result, we are postponing our theme until next year, cancelling current camp registration, and exploring a virtual camp option.

For Twilight Camp 2020: 

• • All Twilight Camp 2020 registrations are being cancelled

  • All registration fees for girls and volunteers will be refunded in full

  • We are postponing the Women of Inspiration theme to 2021

  • We’re exploring a virtual camp option and will send an update soon

It can be hard to process yet another change and cancellation due to COVID-19. Girl Scouts of the USA has the following resources for talking to girls during this time:  

• Help Kids Cope with Disappointment in the Face of COVID-19

• How to Deal in an Overwhelming World

We are saddened by the loss of life and the impact the COVID-19 crisis has had on our community and our country. However, Girl Scouts are resilient, and we’re exploring a remote camp for July 20-23, emphasizing do-at-home activities and a remote Caddie experience. We’d love your help with an accelerated planning cycle.  If you’ve got an idea we could use for “Twilight at Home” or have any questions at all please email us at info@twilightcamp.org. 

We’ll have an update out soon on the possibility of a virtual camp.

Yours in Girl Scouting, 

Jennifer Veum, Programming Director

Nick Stillings, Older Girl Director

Northern Skies Twilight Camp 

P.S. Save the Date!  Twilight Camp 2021: Women of Inspiration

Our Women of Inspiration theme is not cancelled, just postponed.  Please save July 19-22, 2021 for Twilight Camp 2021.  A big thank you to Renae Jensen, Amy Telep, Terry Marusich, Andrea Luhman, Jodi Sticha, Heidi Huffman, Megan Grommes, Carrie Christensen, Brenda Darkow, Andrew Budde, Karen Klinsing, Amanda Christensen, Emma Jensen, Alexis Darkow, and Emily Fisher for the work they have put into camp planning.  We are looking forward to a fantastic camp in 2021.

UPDATE 5/7/2020 On May 7, 2020, Girl Scouts River Valleys announced the cancellation of all in-person summer camps for the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This cancellation includes Twilight Camp.  As a result, we are postponing our theme until next year, cancelling current camp registration, and exploring a virtual camp option.

UPDATE 4/27/2020 As the COVID-19 situation evolves, it's getting increasingly likely that we'll postpone our physical camp and the Women on Inspiration theme until 2021, and hold a virtual camp for 2020.  We're suspending registration for the moment while we seek guidance from Girl Scouts of River Valleys.  

UPDATE 3/23/2020 We plan to hold Twilight Camp as scheduled, July 20-23.  The situation is continuing to evolve, and we’ll follow all guidelines from the State of Minnesota and Girl Scouts of River Valleys.  If we are unable to hold Twilight Camp this year, we will notify you with ample time to accommodate family schedules and process refunds accordingly. Please let us know if you need assistance or have any questions at info@twilightcamp.org.  Stay safe!  

CANCELLATION UPDATE - MOVE TO MAIN PAGE AFTER CANCELLATION COMPLETE

 Twilight Camp 2020 (PDF)

What Happens at Twilight Camp? 

Watch the slideshow below, narrated by Brownie Scout and Twilight Camp Veteran Abby, to see examples of the activities we did at past years in camp.  (Abby is now a successful college student, which she attributes to her time attending Twilight Camp as a child.)

Cookie Credits

Register now and get reimbursed, or wait until late April

"Cookie Credits" are sales rewards girls can opt in for instead of the award prizes, and can be used by Girl Scout Campers and Caddies toward camp fees.  Each credit is worth $5.00.  You can register now, paying for camp, and we will reimburse you $5.00/cookie credit when they arrive from Council.  Email info@twilightcamp.org with questions.

Q: This seems like an extra step.  Can I just wait until I know how many Cookie Credits she earned?

A: Yes!  Cookie Credits arrive in April, Early Bird camp discount runs thru April 30th.  Just don’t forget!

Q: We're going to register now.  How will you reimburse me once I send in Cookie Credits?

A: We'll send you a check in June for the amount turned in.

Q: We're not using Cookie Credits - do I need to worry about this?

A: No, you can safely ignore it!  Go ahead and register now

Twilight Camp registration is now open!  Registration takes about 10 minutes, you'll need her health history and a method of payment. Early bird cost for campers (girls entering grades 1-6 and 7th graders participating as a camper) is $85 thru April 30.  For Caddies, early bird pricing is $45 - $10 depending on experience.  Sibling care is $20/day.  Financial aid is available,  All grades refer to the grade you are entering in fall 2019.  Early Bird Pricing ends at Midnight on April 30. Click here to register for camp.

Older Girl Campfire/Campout Thursday

Thursday evening we have our Older Girl campfire/pizza party,  and camp out. Girls entering 6th grade are invited to join us for the campfire, 8:00 - 10:00pm.  Cost is $5 for the campfire, $10.  Let Nick know (nickstillings@hotmail.com) if you will attend either.  Drop off your permission slip and money at the Caddie Corner table at camp.

Weather Update

• We may have a thunderstorm today.  We will wait to hear from the National Weather Service before doing anything like cancelling camp.  We need a Severe Thunderstorm Warning alert to do that and the camp directors will decide.  Otherwise camp happens rain or shine!

• Rain - Carry on!  Camp proceeds as usual - get out the rain gear!

• Thunder - Check with an adult at the Site.  Thunder can be up to 30 miles away, we may carry on, or take shelter

  • Lightning/Thunderstorm -   Remain calm.  Walk.  Thunderstorms are usually short duration.  Go to the nearest shelter to continue on with camp activities.  

    • Sites -  Everyone should go to the picnic shelters.

    • Trail – Move quickly to the nearest shelter

    • Beach - Everyone should get off or out of the water at the first sound of thunder.  If there is lightning, go into the boys and/or girls bathrooms.

• Severe Thunderstorm - If we have a Severe Thunderstorm we'll take additional shelter precautions.  We will be in contact with the Carver County Emergency Director to determine the storm's path and strength and decide on any additional course of action.

We will cancel camp today?

Not for rain.  Maybe for a thunderstorm.  We'll send a mass email/text after we check storm path and make the call.   DO NOT TXT/CALL YOUR CAMPER.  It's fine to communicate with the Camp Director Lisa (612) 306-8523.  Please don't contact your camper directly or come into the park before we announce anything.  It creates confusion with parallel communication threads that makes it harder to manage the situation.  We'll txt/email and post to Twitter (@nstwilightcamp, https://twitter.com/nstwilightcamp) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/NSTwilightCamp).  We're Girl Scouts, we have shelter, we have rain gear!  We'll be fine!

Daily Site Schedules

Tap below to see the detailed schedule for that site

Thursday Night Campfire & Camp Out

Join us for the campfire and camp out on Thursday Night.  The campfire & pizza party will go from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm, 6th grade campers are invited to join us.  The overnight camp-out is for girls entering 7th grade and older, at Site 5 (Headquarters) from 10:00 pm Thursday - 8:00 am Friday.  This is a really fun way to celebrate the end of camp.  Girls camping overnight must sign up for a tent below.

Who: Girls entering 6th grade and older (7th grade for overnight)

What: Pizza Party/Campfire and Overnight Camp out

When: Pizza Party/Campfire - Thursday 8:00pm - 10:00pm / Campout - Thursday 10:00pm - Friday 8:00am

Where: Site 5 (Headquarters). 

Cost: $5 for Pizza Party/Bonfire, additional $5 for overnight

Payment: Turn in payment and permission slip in an envelope with your name on it at the Caddie table or to Nick.  Make checks out to "Girl Scouts Northern Skies"

Older Girl Twilight Camp Wrap Party

Save the Date! New this year, we’re holding an Older Girl Twilight Camp Wrap Party.  Join us Thursday Aug 3rd for snacks, fellowship, and feedback.  We’ll swap stories, review what went well at camp, what we could improve, and brainstorm ideas for next year.  All Older Girls welcome!

WHO: Twilight Camp 2017 Unit and Programming Caddies

WHAT: Twilight in the North Woods Wrap Party

WHEN: Thursday, August 3rd, 7:00 – 9:00 pm

WHERE: Chaska Qdoba, 194 Pioneer Trail, Chaska, MN 55318 (Next to Culver’s)

WHY: Fun, Capture Learning, Ideas for 2018

COST: Free (we’ll buy chips/salsa/guac, anything else you’re on your own!)

RSVP: Email or txt Nick (nickstillings@hotmail.com, 612.865.9657) by Wed Aug 2nd

I'll post updated here each morning before camp (usually by 11:00 or so).  Have a great week, great weekend, and we'll see you at camp!

 Thursday Camp Out Tent Sign-up (Opens Sunday July 24)

Please sign up below if you will be camping overnight.  Girls should discuss who they want to tent with and sign up below no later than Tuesday.  You are expected to do this as a Girl Scout - with a big group like ours, there's a good chance someone may get left out while we're figuring out tents.  You are expected to be Considerate and Caring and make sure no one is left out or excluded.  

• • Are You Bringing A Tent?  If you are bringing a tent, sign up under the Personal Tents section of the table below.  Pick a tent size based on how many people will be sleeping in it.  Put the names of everyone sharing the tent in the same row.

  • Do You Need A Tent?  We have 2 person tents available.  Sign up, along with your tent mates, under the Girl Scout Tents section below.  Put the names of everyone sharing the tent in the same row.

  • Everything Else.  Email Nick at nickstillings@hotmail.com  if you have any questions or problems, or a special signup (if you have a three person tent or something) set up for your tent

Camp Registration Checklist 

You'll need to following for each person (Girl Scout, Volunteer, and Sibling Care brother/sister) you are registering for camp:  

• Health History - Insurance plan info, medications, allergies, immunization record

• Cookie Credits - If you are using one or more $5 Cookie Credits to pay for camp

• Volunteer Dates - The dates you can volunteer at camp

Unit Guide Extras

Unit Guides should also bring the following:

[ ] Volunteer Training Manuals

[ ] Daily Rotations, Schedules and Maps

[ ] Unit Roster

[ ] Pen

[ ] Paper grocery bag (recyclables & garbage)

[ ] Extra roll of toilet paper (in a zip-loc bag)

[ ] A few extra large plastic garbage bags

("rain gear" for anyone who forgets)

 Dance Warehouse Audition Conflicts

If your are auditioning for a Performing Line at The Dance Warehouse, plan to leave check out of camp late afternoon so you can get ready to dance.  Remember - your unit is still depending on you for leadership, so you'll need to work it out with your other caddies as you'll miss closing ceremonies and possible swimming. 

 Tips:

• Offer to help as much as you can at check-in and the first few activities

• Watch the energy you expend swimming

• Don't schedule anything else for the morning on Mon/Tue/Wed/Thur - rest, hydrate, and recover, you will have a busy week!

CC United Traveling Soccer Try-outs

CC United has soccer tryouts from 3:00pm - 4:30pm the same week as Twilight Camp - you can be back in camp at 5:00 on those days, but you'll need to leave, or even just arrive late. 

First Year Caddies:  Please plan to attend camp from 1:30pm - 2:30pm on Monday.  Even if you leave right after opening ceremonies, we want you there to see how check-in runs on the first day, and for any last minute training updates.  

• Site Volunteers (adults working at Site 3) are pre-approved to drive to their sites and park there after checking in

• Unit Guides (adults supervising a unit of Girl Scouts or siblings) should park in the Daily Volunteer parking lot by Site 2

• Everyone else - check in at Site 5/Camp Headquarters

  • Few helpful reminders:  First day check in is always stressful and chaotic.  Please be patient with us.  We will get your child where they need to be and get you where you need to be.  Issues will be addressed as soon as possible.  Don’t let bumps in the road get you down – we will resolve any issues as soon as possible.  Having a great time at camp is our priority.  

  • Picking your children up early: If you have to get your child early, you will need to check in at HQ and we will find and bring your child to HQ.  Please bring ID so that we can confirm that you are authorized. Do NOT drive around camp looking for your child.  Unit Leadership WILL NOT release your child from the site.

Twilight Camp is Under Way!

We're only checking email occasionally during the day now. If you have any questions please call Camp Headquarters at (612) 419-5461

LAKES | MON/TUE | SITE 3 | JOAN ROTH

LAKES - Canoeing (Aimee W)

LAKES - Rain Gutter Regatta (Amanda C)

LAKES - Snack - Worms and Dirt (Megan R)

LAKES - Fishing (Alexis D, Joe O)

MOUNTAINS | MON/TUE | SITE 5 | THERESA BERGREN

MOUNTAINS - Knots and Lashings (Maddie M, Katie M deliver))

MOUNTAINS - Paracord Bracelets (Terry M)

MOUNTAINS - Snack - Granola (Theresa B)

MOUNTAINS - Search & Rescue (Carver County)

WOODS | WED/THU SITE 3 | KRISTI SEKARAN

WOODS - Edible Campfire (Amanda C)

WOODS - Fire Starting & Fire Safety (Mia P, Andrew B)

WOODS - Shelters & Tent Setup (Andrea L/Theresa B)

WOODS - Log Rolling (Carver Parks)

PRAIRIES | WED/THU | SITE 5

PRAIRIES - Campfire Tortillas (Alexis D)

PRAIRIES - First Aid (Danny P)

PRAIRIES - Pocket Knives (Katie M)

PRAIRIES - Trail Markers and Hiking Safety (Aila B)

Adult Volunteer Changes

If you can't make it tell us immediately. Call the camp voice mail at (612) 419-5461 

Parents/Babysitters/Nannies/Guardians

It happens every year...you're running late so you ask your sitter/spouse/partner/older child to swing by camp and pick up your child. They pull into camp at 7:30, see the child standing by her friends, tell her to hop in, and take off...and she leaves without signing out.