Apprentice
Grades: 12th grade or 17-year-old
Location: Camp Scherman
Accommodations: Lower Camp Cabins
Step into the spotlight with our Apprentice program—an exclusive opportunity crafted for those who've conquered CIT I and CIT II, yet find themselves just shy of 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, 2026.
**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.
At Girl Scouts, we believe every child should have the chance to experience camp-no matter their financial situation. Camp Scherman uses flexible, membership-style pricing system with three tiers so families can choose the option that best fits their needs.
- GSOC Girl Scouts may select Tier 1, our most subsidized rate, or Tier 3, which reflects the true cost of operating summer sleepaway camp.
- Visiting Girl Scouts from other councils may choose Tier 2, a subsidized rate for non-GSOC members, or Tier 3.
Families are encouraged to choose the tier that aligns with their membership type and financial comfort. All selections are completely confidential and do not affect the camp experience in any way. No matter which tier you choose, every camper receives the same high-quality, memorable Camp Scherman experience.
| Tier 1 |
Tier 2 |
Tier 3 |
| $325 |
$425 |
$850 |
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 any questions about this form or if you would like to discuss an accommodation, please contact customercare@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.
This camp accepts GSOC Cookie Dough, GSOC OC Bucks, and GSOC Juliette Dollars! Girl Scouts must complete online registration and pay deposit (if applicable) or in full. Then fill out the reimbursement form prior to participating in the event.
Campership Assistance Fund:
Camperships are awarded to GSOC youth campers with a current Girl Scout membership on the basis of financial need only and are available for Camp Scherman summer sleepaway camps, Camp Scherman weekend camps and GSOC day camps. Camperships must be submitted no less than 6 weeks prior to the start of day of the camp.
Camperships - Financial Aid Application
*Online registration is open to GSOC members, out of Council members and non-members.
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