Why Summer Roundup?

We are a family 120+ strong with a history of providing an unforgettable week of fun and friends for the Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay! Tiger Lily, Garfield, Sandy and the rest of the staff are busy prepping and planning programs, activities, and surprises for your girls to enjoy in July 2024. Learn more about each program and associated badges available for your daughter to enjoy and earn during her week at camp!

Fostering Friendships

Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders

Teaching Life Skills

For Sending Camper Mail During Camp Only:

Camper’s Name

Camp Todd – Summer Roundup

25012 Beauchamp Branch Road

Denton, MD 21629

Programs & Activities

...Ready for It?

This year, we will be doing lots of fun (Taylor’s Version) Programs!

Choose a level, find a desired program, and click on program description to register for Summer Roundup 2024 (registration enabled Feb 1, 2024).

Summer Roundup FAQs

When and how do I sign up my daughter for Summer Roundup?

Registration opens on February 1 of the year that camp takes place. Registration is online at the Summer Roundup web site. A link will be placed on the site on January 1. Girls who attended camp the previous year will be sent an email reminder before registration.

My daughter did not get in this year! Is there a wait list?

First, I apologize if your daughter did not make it into Roundup this year. Our programs tend to be very popular, and camp fills quite fast! We do have a wait list. Please contact Amy Schisler, Camp Director, to be put on the list. It is not unusual for a girls’ plans to change or for something to come up that prevents her from attending camp, but we cannot guarantee that girls on the list will get into camp.

What does the registration fee pay for?

The registration fee pays for program supplies, three meals per day per person, two snacks per day per person, staff t-shirts (bought new every other year), camp t-shirts for all campers and staff (new each year), craft supplies, some staff training (depends upon the training), staff thank you gifts, campground fees, and expenses throughout the week (such as extra batteries, toilet paper, mosquito netting, etc.)

Is financial assistance available?

Yes. We want every girl to experience camp! Financial assistance is available to help families meet the cost of sending their girl to camp. You may fill out the Financial Aid Request here. You will be notified on or around May 1 as to the amount of aid. Final payments are due June 1.

Is Summer Roundup affiliated with the Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay and GSUSA?

Yes, however, we are not a Council-run camp. We operate as a State of Maryland Licensed Camp. All of our staff, including our director, are volunteers. Nobody is paid for their work, and many of us put our own money into our programs. In return, we get to make all decisions regarding camp, including program choices, personnel, scheduling, activities, etc. A small portion of the registration fees go to Council to pay for use of the campground.

Are there a lot of bugs and other scary creatures at camp?

Camp does take place outdoors, so it is not unusual to have mosquitos and flies or to run across a snake every now and then (all snakes in our region are non-poisonous) or to see spiders and spider webs in the mornings. We leave them alone, and they leave us alone. The hardest critter to control is a bee. We have had bees at camp, so girls with allergies do need to be prepared.

What should my daughter bring to camp?

There is a detailed list on the Camp Details Page.

Why can’t my daughter bring her phone or other electronics to camp?

Aside from the chance of electronics being lost or damaged, camp is a time for girls to experience new things, be part of nature, and meet new friends. Girls should come to the camp with the expectation that they will have fun without the need for electronics. There is no need for them to have a cell phone since there are always adults around if they need something. Also, if one girl brings a device to camp, other girls will want to use them to play or to call home. This can cause a ripple effect which could lead to jealousy or mass homesickness.

What if my daughter gets homesick?

We have an excellent staff that is trained to handle homesickness. Our teen Program Aides are very good at calming nerves and wiping tears. They sing songs, read books, and take care of girls at night. We do not allow girls to call home because we find that this makes the situation worse. Instead, we attempt to keep them calm until they fall asleep. In most cases, once they make it through the first night, they happily make it through the whole week with no more tears.

Can my daughter be placed In the same tent or cabin as her friend?

We do everything we can to accommodate such requests. Campers may choose one buddy at the time of registration. Please remember that a goal of camp is for every camper to make new friends. We would never want a cabin of four girls to have three from the same troop and one girl as the odd one out. Please note that girls need to be in the same Girl Scout level and mutually list each other as a buddy in order to be put together.

What if my camper has special needs?

Our policy of inclusion means that we try to accommodate as many campers as possible and provide a successful experience for all girls. Please partner with our staff to help make the camp experience successful for your child. Communicate with our director (amyschisler@me.com) about your daughter's needs before registering her for camp. This enables our camp staff to make every effort to make reasonable accommodations. Campers should be self- sufficient and able to dress, eat and shower on their own.

What if my daughter doesn’t want to swim in the lake?

Girls are not required to swim. They can wade on the shore, go boating with certified staff, or read or play games at the beach. All girls are tested on their swim ability by our certified lifeguards. There are three areas of the swim portion of the lake which are designated for advanced swimmers (up to 5 feet deep), good swimmers (up to 4 feet deep), and non-swimmers (wading depth). Only girls who are good or advanced swimmers are allowed on the waterslide, climbing pole, and jumping platform. Diving is not permitted. Girls are allowed to wear floaties or swim shoes if they wish to. At least two adult lifeguards are always on duty during swim times, and the beach is off-limits when not being monitored. Girls who go in the boats are required to wear life jackets.

What qualifications do staff members have?

All our staff hold various certifications. The director has both GSUSA, ACA, and State of Maryland Director’s training. Our nurses are professional, registered nurses, and our kitchen staff includes a certified dietician. Most, if not all, staff hold 1st Aid and CPR certification. All staff who work with certification-required programs or activities (such as archery, swimming, boating, zip lining, etc.) hold nationally recognized certifications in those areas. All our Lifeguards are fully certified. Many of our staff are also overnight camping certified. Many are teachers, nurses, Girl Scout Leaders, and moms (along with other professions such as lawyers and company executives). All our teen Program Aides attended our Summer Roundup Leadership Academy Program Aide and some have or are working toward additional Counselor in Training certifications. A large number of our staff have been coming to Roundup since they were Brownies or Daisies!

Take the quiz to find out.

How do I know that my daughter is ready for camp?

If your daughter is going into at least the 1st grade and has spent the night away from home without a problem, then she is probably ready for camp. If she has never had a successful sleepover away from home or has a hard time leaving Mom and Dad, you may want to reconsider sending her to camp this year. We want camp to be an enjoyable experience for your daughter and not a traumatic one.

Encourage your daughter to attend camp by letting her be part of the planning process. Let her choose the program of her choice (please do NOT choose for her as this typically lends to discontent and stress on the part of the camper). Have her choose a buddy If a friend Is also attending. Talk about what to pack, and take her shopping for supplies. Send pre-addressed labels to camp for her postcards, or pre-address any envelopes she Is bringing with her. If you are still unsure, have your daughter take the quiz below to help guide her decision.

Why is Roundup registration so early?

Many camps open registration in the months of January and February. Before we can begin planning programs and purchasing supplies, we need to know how many girls are participating. All medical forms are due June 1st, and all program plans and supply lists are due July 1st, and it takes quite a bit of time to collect all of that information. Contracts need to be signed with any off-camp sites, and t-shirts need to be ordered. There is a lot of preparation that takes place between January 1st and the start of camp!

May I pay my balance online?

Yes, payments may be made online using PayPal. The payment page can be found here.

May daughter Isn't a Girl Scout. May she still attend camp?

Not a Girl Scout? Not a problem! All girls are welcome at camp. If your daughter is not a registered Girl Scout, you may register here. This Is required by our insurance.

My daughter can no longer attend camp. Can I get a refund?

A non-refundable deposit of $95 is required when you sign up your daughter for camp, $50 for those requesting a campership. If full payment is made, you have until June 1st to receive a refund, minus the $95 deposit. Withdrawal from camp after June 1st, for health or medical reasons, needs to be verified by a physician in order to receive a refund minus $25 for items already purchased, totaling $170. Deposit refunds before June 1, for medical reasons only, are at the discretion of the director and finance manager based on information from the parent and medical provider.

Is bug spray allowed camp?

No, bug spray is not allowed at camp. There are safety concerns that come with allowing girls to spray bug spray. However, bug wipes, lotions, and bracelets or clips are allowed. Girls must have parental permission to use them.

My daughter is just learning to dress herself and fix her hair. Is this a problem?

Not at all. While girls do need to be able to dress themselves, we have wonderful teen Program Aides who help the girls get ready each morning. It is part of their responsibility to wake up the girls, help with any dressing or hair issues, and stand nearby at shower time in case there is a problem (such as a head full of shampoo)! We encourage the girls to learn to be independent, and we find that by the end of the week, many girls go home with a new found sense of independence and feeling of accomplishment for learning to take care of themselves.

Can my daughter send and receive mail while at camp?

Yes, we collect mail at check-in as well as check the US mailbox every day. Girls may bring their own stationary and stamps for writing home. Please do not write things that would upset your daughter, such as “We miss you so much,” or “Your pet fish died,” or “Have you seen any scary or wild animals,” or “I went to camp and hated it!” Please refer to the Camp Details Page for more information. Summer Roundup postcards are available for purchase at check-in. It is recommended that you send your daughter to camp with pre-addressed labels to be put on the postcards.

My daughter is a picky eater or has allergies. Will she get enough to eat at camp?

Our kitchen staff is used to dealing with picky eaters as well as children and staff with allergies. We always have alternatives to what is on the menu so that everyone can have a healthy meal. Our adult staff eat all their meals alongside the girls and are trained to watch out for picky eaters to ensure that they are getting enough to satisfy themselves and are eating healthily. We provide soy milk, gluten free foods, and other alternatives for those with allergies. If your child is an extremely picky eater or has severe allergies, our kitchen manager and dietician will work with you to take care of the needs of your child.

Lately, there have been horror stories in the news about predators at camps. How do I know my daughter is safe at Summer Roundup?

All our volunteers have been thoroughly vetted before being allowed to become staff members. They go through a multi-tiered process of state and federal fingerprinting, background checks through Girl Scouts of the USA, and a close check of their supplied references. No adults are permitted to be alone with the girls. Even the nurses work together during any physical exams to ensure everyone’s safety. Only approved teen counselors are allowed to help campers dress, shower, or tend to other personal needs if the camper asks for help. All staff members are trained annually in identifying all forms of abuse, using training materials provided by the State of Maryland Youth Camp Licensing Board at the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The few male staff members we have are not allowed to use the same bathroom facilities as the campers and do not sleep on the main camp where the rest of the staff and campers sleep. Every precaution is taken to protect everyone who works at or attends Summer Roundup.

How do you handle weather emergencies?

After thirty years of camping, we have had our share of weather related emergencies. During thunderstorms, girls are brought inside where we play games, watch movies, do crafts, or engage in other activities to keep the girls happy and take their minds off of the weather. Storms at night are usually not noticed by the girls. In situations that involve severe weather, such as tornado alerts, girls are kept inside the program center and not told any more information than necessary. In the event that Caroline County Emergency Services decides to evacuate camp, parents will be notified through our emergency alert system which utilizes the Remind App.

How does pick-up work on the last day of camp?

Please arrive no earlier than 10:45am to retrieve your daughter’s belongings. You may locate her unit’s check-out table and pick up her bags to be taken to your car. Girls will remain in programming and afternoon activities until shortly before 11:00. They will then gather in front of the Program Center to line up for our closing ceremony. Parents are welcome to join us. The ceremony lasts about 30 minutes, after which time, you can sign out your daughter at her unit’s table.

Is My Girl Scout Ready for Camp?

We share your desire for your daughter to have the best experience as a camper, and for this reason, we want to make sure she is ready for camp.

While Summer Roundup has something for every level of

readiness, there are some ways to asses whether overnight camp is right for your Girl Scout. Below is a simple quiz to help campers and parents decide the readiness of their camper.

Add up your points!

What's a Typical Day at Camp?

A typical day at camp starts bright and early when the sun comes up, but let's be honest - there is no such thing as a typical day at camp! That’s why we plan hard but try to remain flexible to ensure the health and safety of everyone at camp. Here is a glimpse of our daily camp schedule. We work hard to pack as much fun as possible into each day, so your camper’s day may look a little different depending upon her age and Girl Scout level.

Camp Details

Summer Roundup

Packing List

All equipment MUST be labeled with the camper’s name.

PACKING HINT: Pack each day’s clothing including socks and underwear in ziplock bag labeled with the day to be worn.

•Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket

•Pillow

•Sit Upon

•Pajamas

•Sweater or jacket

•Raincoat and hat

•Extra pair of old shoes – a real lifesaver sometimes -remember it’s no fun to walk around in wet shoes or with blisters.

•Washcloth, 1-2 towels, soap for shower

•Toothbrush and toothpaste

•Bathing suit, coverup, and towel for beach

•Comb, brush, ponytail holders

•Flashlight with extra batteries and bulb

• Insect repellent (NO SPRAYS OR AEROSOL)

•Drawstring backpack recommended

•Bandana or hat

•Sunscreen

•Socks for each day

•Underwear for each day

•Unbreakable cup

•Bandanas to wear for drying hands, cooling face, tying hair, etc.

•Tote bag for shower or beach

• Change of clothing to last the girl’s stay including long pants and long Sleeved shirt/sweatshirt – YES, we DO sometimes put on sweatshirts early in the morning, even in August!

Mail at Camp

Everyone loves to receive mail at camp. Feel free to send mail to your daughter, or have her friends and family send mail. You may address it as follows:

Camper’s Name

Summer Roundup at Camp Todd

25012 Beauchamp Branch Road

Denton MD 21629

Camp Forms and Registrations

Forms

2024 Summer Roundup Camper Registration

is closed for 2024

Health Forms

A Health form is required from every camper and adult staff member.

The Medication Authorization Form is page 2 of the health form and is required from every camper. Note that a DOCTOR must sign for ALL camper medications, including over-the-counter dugs. If both the doctor and the parent do not sign to allow over-the-counter drugs, we are not allowed to give them to the camper per state law.

Camper Forms

If you are not a Girl Scout, you MUST fill out the Girl Scout Registration Form.

New Staff Forms

Those applying to become of the Summer Roundup Team must submit an application as well as three reference forms from someone unrelated to applicant. Once accepted, the applicant must do the required background checks. The application code for GSCB must be obtained from the camp director.

For MD CPS checks:

Go to this page: https://mymdthink.maryland.gov/home/#/

Click X to close popup.

Create Account.

Fill out form.

Click on New Application.

Release to Agency: Youth Camp Worker/Volunteer

Choose: Caroline County; Denton; Summer Roundup

Answer the last two questions, and hit next.

Fill in your info and hit Save.

You will get a form to print and have notarized. That gets sent to me once it’s notarized.

Amy Schisler

7604 Cooper Point Road

Bozman, MD 21612

For DE CPS checks:

I will Initialize the check. You will receive an email to complete the child protective services background check. Please email me for the codes and follow directions on the form.

Staff Registration

CIT Volunteer Hours Form

This form is for high school volunteers to claim community service hours. Fill out form and submit. The director will sign the form and send it back to you.

Payment Information

A non-refundable deposit of $95 is required when you sign up your daughter for camp, $50 for those requesting a campership. If full payment is made, you have until June 1 to receive a refund, minus the $95 deposit.