Summer 2020 Program FAQs
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Summer 2020 Program FAQs

We know you may have questions regarding 2020 summer camp programs. Please refer to the FAQs below. If you need further guidance, please don't hesitate to reach out to council at 702-385-3677, at customerservice@girlscoutsnv.org, or via Live Chat. 

Will GSSNV hold summer camp this year?

On May 4, 2020 Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada announced the decision to cancel all in-person summer camp programs including Frias Frontier, Camp Ducktail, Camp Invention, and the Ultimate Utah Getaway for the health and safety of our campers and staff.

Why did GSSNV make the decision to cancel all in-person summer camp programs?

While our camps adhere to the most stringent safety protocols, much is unknown about when Nevada will be fully relieved of the Stay at Home directives. Social distancing and crowd limits will likely remain in effect throughout the summer, and too much is still unknown with respect to the spread of COVID-19.

Which summer camp sessions are canceled?

All sessions of the following programming are cancelled: Frias Frontier (sleep-away camp), Camp Ducktail (day camp), Camp Invention (day camp), and Ultimate Utah Adventure (sleep-away adventure trip). 

Why did GSSNV decide to cancel camp now?

While there are still many unknowns about COVID-19 and its impact on our communities, the information we are receiving from public health officials, the CDC, and the Southern Nevada Health District indicate we are far from recovery and social distancing recommendations are going to be with us for several more months. We also know many families, staff, and volunteers were looking to us to make a decision to reduce some of the uncertainty in their lives.

Why did GSSNV cancel all summer camps instead of delaying the start of summer camp?

Too much is still unknown with respect to the spread of COVID-19 and with social distancing and crowd limits likely to remain in effect throughout the summer, we decided to focus on our upcoming virtual summer experiences. 

Will I receive a refund?

Yes. All registrations will receive a full refund. Campers enrolled in sessions registered in our Doubleknot event registration system will begin receiving refunds within two weeks.

Grand Cookie Club

2020 Grand Cookie Club members may apply their free camp session during the 2021 summer season (in addition to sessions earned in the 2021 product program).

Juliette credits

Juliette program points earned in Membership Year 2019 and Membership Year 2020 will be extended through the end of Membership Year 2021 (September 30, 2021). Program points used to pay for a 2020 camp session will be returned to each girl’s point balance. 

If I received a campership this year, will I be able to use it in 2021?

Because family circumstances change from year-to-year, a new campership application will need to be completed to support your Girl Scout’s camp experience during the 2021 summer season.

My Girl Scout is registered to attend Camp Skyland Ranch. Have they cancelled their camp sessions?

Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio will be making a decision about their summer camp offerings at Camp Skyland Ranch by May 15. Please refer all questions regarding Camp Skyland Ranch to the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio at (951) 849-3068 and visit the Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio website for more information: https://www.gssgc.org/.

My Girl Scout is registered to attend Camp Scherman. Have they cancelled their camp sessions?

Girl Scouts of Orange County will be making a decision about their summer camp offerings at Camp Scherman this week. Please refer all questions regarding Camp Scherman to the Girl Scouts of Orange County at (949) 461-8800 and visit the Girl Scouts of Orange County website for more information:https://www.girlscoutsoc.org/.

Will GSSNV still provide busing to Camp Scherman or Camp Skyland Ranch?

GSSNV summer camp cancellation includes the sponsored sessions to Camp Scherman and Camp Skyland Ranch. Transportation will no longer be provided for those sponsored weeks even if Girl Scouts of Orange County or Girl Scouts of San Gorgonio move forward with summer programming. 

Will GSSNV offer alternative camp options?

The GSSNV programs team is busy creating virtual summer camp options for families. Enrollment will be on a weekly basis, similar to traditional camp. Registered campers will receive a kit via mail and a link to an online component hosted by council staff.

Refunds will be processed for camp registrations first, and members will need to re-register for virtual sessions when the registration becomes available.

Are other GSSNV summer programs canceled?

At this time, all in-person summer camps (Frias Frontier, Camp Ducktail, Camp Invention and Ultimate Utah Adventure) are cancelled for 2020. As of May 1, the GSSNV office and shop remain closed and all in-person troop meetings and activities are suspended until further notice. We will communicate to all members once we know for certain that in-person activities can resume.

Are current property reservations for this summer canceled?

At this time, property reservations have been suspended. We will communicate to all members once we know for certain that in-person activities and property reservations can resume.

If sleep-away camp is suspended at GSSNV camp properties, will you open up reservations for troops or families?

Due to current social distancing guidelines, GSSNV properties will remain closed until further notice.

What is the financial impact of this decision on GSSNV?

Like many individuals, organizations, and businesses, Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada is experiencing and anticipates a sustained a financial impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. Our council is financially stable and has used its resources wisely throughout the years to build a reserve for contingencies just like this. GSSNV continues to explore further savings, efficiencies, and new revenue streams.

Can I donate my camp refund to GSSNV to help my sister families in need?

To donate your current camp payment to help a sister Girl Scout we will have three options:

  1. If you currently have a registration within our Doubleknot event registration system for Frias Frontier, Camp Ducktail, Camp Invention, or the Ultimate Utah Getaway you can send an email to customerservice@girlscoutsnv.org to notify us which payment you would like to donate by Monday, May 11, 2020.
  2. All families, even after refunds are processed, will be able to go to the event page of our website and select the Donate your camp payment to help a sister Girl Scout event. The payment options will reflect the deposit and full payment options for Frias Frontier, Camp Ducktail, Camp Invention, and the Ultimate Utah Getaway.
  3. If you would like to donate another value please contact our team at customerservice@girlscoutsnv.org.

These funds will go towards helping Girl Scouts in need to attend a virtual summer camp offering from GSSNV.