Camporee 2011 Here and Gone Already

Well we waited for Camporee for weeks and yesterday it was here. We arrived to misting rain which lasted for like 10 minutes but once that was over, the day was beautiful. It was amazing to see 8 girls have so much energy. I think they ran from the moment we arrived to the moment we got back in our cars. The only time they sat for a moment was for lunch to refuel and a few crafts/ swaps.

Talking about Swaps, the girls made two and also got some from a 2nd year Daisy troop who we did the GS promise and sang some great songs with. The girls did the Turkey song for them which they are fast becoming known for as well as all of them doing the Daisy Smile Song together. They were so cute. Plus Julie got her a campfire swap which I am guessing she might still be wearing.

We explored every inch possible of Camp Windamere, and must have crossed the thin steel bridge like a half a dozen times. It was hard for me to get over because of the height BUT with the help from Julie and Stacia as my focus trick, I got over it.

All the girls loved the Letterbox search which is why we traveled all over the camp looking for the treasured boxes that contained stamps and sometimes clues. We worked on the GS Law and asked the girls to talk about how they apply to them. We also had to discuss Stranger Danger when the girls learned about a GS named Laura who was abducted and murdered. The girls were wonderful in paying respect in the beautiful garden created for Laura.

We also found the Teepee's and the first place we want to camp when they are old enough. We think we can get the whole troop in there. Overall the day at Camp was wonderful. The girls had a blast hiking, swap making, and just playing.

It is amazing these how much in the few months of Daisies that all of these girls have grown. They have all opened up and are willing to help out. I personally also enjoyed my time with the Moms and thank Meghan, Julie, Stacia, and Teresa for making it fun.

I think next year will be even better when we attend. We are working on moving from Almost Prepared to being a full fledged Being Prepared as a Troop. It was a great pleasure to get to spend an incredible though slightly humid day with these remarkable 8 girls. Each one brings a unique and wonderful part to our troop.

We also missed the girls that couldn't attend (we have Megan's and Taylor's scarves). We know they will try to make it next year.

I also took a TON of pictures and posted them here. Also feel free to send me yours and I would be happy to post them on too. Have a great week off and see you all on Monday, Nov. 28 to have the girls pinned!!