Apprentice  

Grades: 12th & or 17-year-old

Cabins: Lower Camp 

Step into the spotlight with our Apprentice program—an exclusive opportunity crafted for those who've successfully conquered CIT I and CIT II, yet find themselves just shy of age 18 and ineligible for summer staff roles. Get ready for a summer like no other, where Apprentices take center stage, immersing themselves in the heart of camp life. Picture this: spending your summer at camp, delving deep into a specific program area of interest, and actively shaping the camp experience for all. But that's not all—Apprentices also get a backstage pass to learn the intricacies of the camp business, adding a layer of real-world insight to their adventure.  

For those eager to seize this opportunity, reach out to the Outdoor Director at ejohnson@girlscoutsoc.org for an application. But mark your calendar—Apprentice applications are due by 6 PM on April 20, 2025. 

**This session includes weekend breaks from Friday to Monday. Apprentices can ride the bus home on Friday and up on Monday or be driven to and from camp by a parent/guardian. This also includes a mandatory weekend break from July 25-27. Apprentices can ride the bus down on Friday, July 25 and up on Monday, July 27 with the campers.   

**Registration is open to all current Girl Scout members, if you do not have a current Girl Scout membership and wish to purchase/renew with GSOC you may do so when registering for camp. 

Those purchasing/renewing their memberships for councils outside of Orange County must go online to www.girlscouts.org/join or log into your MYGS account and renew your campers Girl Scout membership.**

In Council Pricing: Individuals who are currently registered with Girl Scouts of Orange County or who are purchasing a membership with Girl Scouts of Orange County.

Out of Council Pricing: Individuals who are currently registered with Girl Scout councils outside of Orange County.

**Our three-tiered pricing program allows families to select a fee plan that works best for their financial situation, while also gaining an understanding of the true cost of operating Camp Scherman. While true cost varies by session, the average cost to operate camp is $1,605 per camper, per week, and this amount is subsidized by our council to ensure camp remains accessible to all. Every camper, regardless of the tier chosen, will enjoy the same unforgettable camp experience.

Accommodation Requests: Girl Scouts of Orange County welcomes the participation of ALL girl scouts and adults and aims to make our activities accessible for people with disabilities or specific needs. To make an Accommodations Request, please complete this form to initiate your request. If you have questions about this form or if you would like to discuss an accommodation, please contact Maria Alderete, Chief Governance & Inclusion Officer at (949)-461-8817 or malderete@girlscoutsoc.org.   

A confirmation email with all event details will be sent to those registered at least 4-6 weeks before camp. If you have any questions, please email customercare@girlscoutsoc.org.

GSOC follows current CDC COVID-19 guidelines. Camp participants will be notified if additional action is required.

This camp accepts GSOC Cookie Dough, GSOC OC Bucks, and GSOC Juliette Dollars! Girl Scouts must complete online registration and pay deposit or in full. Then fill out the Reimbursement form prior to participating in the camp.