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Girl Scouts- North Carolina Coastal Pines 6901 Pinecrest Road, Raleigh, NC 27613

919-782-3021; 800-284-4475

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Table of Contents

Properties at a Glance ..................................................................... 3 How to Apply for Use of a Council Campsite ................................... 4 Camp Facilities Summary and Fees .................................................. 6 Camp Facility Detail ......................................................................... 7 Additional Equipment and Fees ....................................................... 10 Directions and Map to Camp Graham ............................................. 11 Camp Graham Sketch Map .............................................................. 12

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Camp Graham is located on Kerr Lake in Vance County. Here campers can explore 155 acres of forest, lake coves, and fields. Camp Graham has a semi-private cove for canoeing, kayaking and sailing. There are many open spaces at camp that can be used for large group activities. For weekend camping, Camp Graham can house 196 campers in three tent units, three cabin units and a staff house. Resident Camp and Group Camp are currently conducted at Camp Graham during the summer months. Camp Graham is a great place to explore the lake and water surrounding it.

Camp Hardee is located southeast of Chocowinity and Washington, N.C., on the south side of the Pamlico River. The site consists of 96 acres with river frontage, woodlands, and some open areas. Resident Camp is currently conducted on this site in the summer. The camp has the capacity to accommodate 82 campers. Additional campers may use the units – if they provide their own tents/beds and if more portable toilets are added. Existing facilities that can be used are the Rotary Lodge, Cabin units and even a place to pitch your own tents.

Camp Mary Atkinson is located in Johnston County, east of Clayton, North Carolina. At Camp Mary Atkinson, campers can explore 262 acres of property, which includes a swimming pool, pond for boating, trails, and the Leadership Center. It has the capacity to hold 180 campers in the two cabin units, three tent units and a Staff house. There are many buildings that can be used for programming and gathering of large groups. Resident Camp is currently conducted at CMA during the summer months.

Camp Mu-Sha-Ni is located in Richmond County; about 10 miles west of Aberdeen, near Derby, and is part of an area in North Carolina known as the Sandhills. Here, campers can explore 843 acres of fields, forest, ponds and wetlands. Camp Mu-Sha-Ni has accommodations for 166 campers. There are six platform tent units and two buildings at Mu-Sha-Ni; plus an Encampment Field that has space for 300 more people, if they pitch their own tents. The Troop House and Chalfant Shelter are equipped with heat and air for year-round camping comfort.

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After referring to Safety Activity Checkpoints on www.nccoastalpines.org and reviewing the program and safety standards, please select a council site that will best suit the needs of your group. ONLINE RESERVATION SYSTEM Visit our website at www.nccoastalpines.org/camps/rent-our-facilities to access the online reservation system. There is a live calendar to check availability of campsites. Troops can reserve individual cabins or tents, as well as, entire units. However, if male chaperones will be attending with the troop, then the entire unit must be reserved. Troops or small groups are not guaranteed exclusive use of a campsite. The council requests that tagalongs (not a registered Girl Scout) do not attend troop or group camping programs. 1. Complete the online reservation form. Please complete all required fields. 2. Reservations will be accepted on a rolling opening date 9 months in advance of the desired reservation date.

Reservations are accepted on a first come, first serve basis and are open to troops and service units 9 months in advance. For example a desired camping date of May 15th can be booked on Aug. 15th of the prior year.

3. Fees are due in total at the time of reservation. Reserving an entire camp: A 50% deposit is due upon confirming the reservation, and the remaining balance is due 30 days prior to your camping date.

MAILED RESERVATAIONS

1. Fill in the application form included in this packet. Incomplete information will delay processing and result in the troop not being placed on the site requested, given the dates preferred, or having access to onsite program equipment or facilities. All applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Mailed reservations will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. However, Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines recommends using the online system to have priority access to our available campsites. Every effort will be made to place groups based on their choices listed on the application form.

2. All requests must be received at least two weeks prior to the requested camping date. If a group cannot be placed, it will be put on a waiting list, and the leader notified. Only one application per troop, per site, will be considered until all other troops have been assigned. Placement will depend on availability of sites.

3. Confirmation for all campsite reservations will be made in a timely manner. Once your placement is verified, you will receive an email with the reserved units and dates, as well as, a confirmation packet.

CANCELLATIONS and CHANGES

1. Cancellation Fee: There will be a 10% cancellation fee for all reservations cancelled more than 3 months prior to the reservation date. Refunds will NOT be issued for reservations cancelled within 3 months of the reservation date. To cancel a reservation, please email helpdesk@nccoastalpines.org

2. No-Shows: No refunds are issued for no-shows. 3. Cancellation by GS-NCCP: Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines reserves the right to cancel reservations due

to site maintenance problems, site damage, or for other reasons. Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines will issue a refund for 100% of the rental fee if this occurs.

4. Reservation Changes: Any changes to a reservation must be made in writing by contacting helpdesk@nccoastalpines.org.

Check-In and Check-Out (Times)

Check-in time is 2:00 p.m. or later on the day of arrival. Check-out time is 12:00 p.m. or earlier on the day of departure. Later check-out times may be arranged based on availability; however, additional fees will apply if you decide to stay later.

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Troop Leader’s check-in pass –Each troop leader must submit this form, to the Ranger upon arrival. Please complete the Troop check–in pass form immediately upon arriving at camp; the Ranger will collect it when he/she checks you in. Troop will not be allowed to use the Campsite without completing this form.

BEFORE YOU LEAVE Please arrange a time for the Ranger to check your unit. You should also have the Troop/Event Check-out list form, ready to be turned in to the Ranger. Event Director’s - Attendance report Information should be compiled from each troop attending the event. Failure to return this form may prevent your group from using the campsite in the future. This information will be used to help fund our camp programs, and show the usage of our properties.

Holidays All camps will be closed on designated council holidays, except for council-sponsored events. Cots or mattresses Cots or mattresses cannot be moved within the unit or to another facility, without permission from the Ranger. Damage The group will be charged for repairs or replacements costs for damage beyond normal wear.

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CIT Cabin N/A $25 N/A 8 X X X X Sept – November, March - May

X

Encampment Areas

N/A N/A $15

N/A Sept – November, March - May

Holly Hill 7 $10 $55 42 X X X X Sept – November, March - May

X

Kay MacGavran 7 $5 $30 28 X X X Sept – November, March - May

X

Staff House N/A $30 N/A 20 X X X X X X X Sept - May X

Staff Tents 4 $5 $15 16 X X X X Sept – November, March - May

X

Trailblazer 7 $10 $55 42 X X X X Sept – November, March - May

X

Whippoorwill 10 $5 $40 40 X X X X X Sept – November, March - May

X

Cloverfield Tree Houses

6 $25 $150 36 X X X X X Sept – November, March - May

X

Troops can reserve individual cabins or tents, as well as, entire units. However, if male chaperones will be attending with the troop,

then the entire unit must be reserved.

Troops or small groups are not guaranteed exclusive use of a campsite.

The council requests that tagalongs (not a registered Girl Scout) do not attend troop or group camping programs.

Dining Hall N/A $30 $50

Commercial Kitchen

N/A $50 $75

Waterfront & Watercraft

$10 N/A N/A

Archery $10 N/A N/A

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Equipment includes:

Sports: Basketballs, Volleyballs, Volleyball Net, Soccer Balls, Baseball Equipment

Small Craft Use: Paddles and Lifejackets are included with watercraft rental

Outdoor Shelter (for each unit): brooms, shovels, buckets

Service units can reserve the entire camp property up to 9 months in advance of their desired reservation date. The camp’s

commercial kitchen, the Leadership Center, alpine tower, and pool must be reserved separately in addition to requesting

the entire property. Service units that reserve the entire property will receive access to other program areas (waterfront

and archery) for no extra fees.

Camp name Capacity Entire Camp Price per Night

Camp Graham 232 $320

Camp Hardee 98 $120

Camp Mary Atkinson 180 $155

Camp Mu-Sha-Ni 166 $145

CAMP GRAHAM 334 Regional Water Land

Henderson, NC 27537

Accredited by the American Camp Association LOCATION: Camp Graham is located on Kerr Lake in Vance County. Here, campers can explore 155 acres of forest, lake coves, and fields. Camp Graham has a semi-private cove for canoeing, kayaking and sailing. There are many open spaces at camp that can be used for large group activities. For weekend camping, Camp Graham can house 196 campers in three tent units, three cabin units and a staff house. Resident Camp and Group Camp are currently conducted at Camp Graham during the summer months. Camp Graham is a great place to explore the lake and water surrounding it.

CAMP GRAHAM FACILITIES

Cloverfield: Treehouses - Capacity 36 Cloverfield is tucked in a northern corner of camp near the bubbling brook that runs to Kerr Lake. This unique facility is an ADA accessible facility with a wheelchair lift that features raised treehouses and a unit house that are connected by an elevated walkway, ramps and steps. There are six elevated cabins, each named for a native North Carolina tree – Maple, Oak, Poplar, Hickory, Longleaf and Dogwood. Each cabin sleeps six persons each in bunk and single beds.

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The tree houses and the Brightleaf program shelter have electricity, lights, and ceiling fans. The heated, lower level bath house has four toilets, four showers, and five lavatories. There is a fire circle, picnic tables and benches, as well as an outdoor cook space. A looping trail behind the unit crosses the brook and circles around for an expansive view of Kerr Lake. Six treehouses with six beds and mattresses each Unit building with wheelchair lift, tables, chairs and electricity Bathhouse with toilets, lavatories, and hot-water showers Fire circle with benches, picnic tables and cooking grills Closed in the winter

Whippoorwill: Platform Tents – Capacity 40 Whippoorwill is located in the middle of the camp where all major buildings can be seen; not far from the boat house. You can hear the small waves of Kerr Lake coming to shore as you lay in your tent at night. This unit is an ADA accessible unit and consists of ten platform tents (each with four cots and mattresses) that wrap around a fire circle. Also included in this unit is a unit shelter with electricity, tables, chairs, fans, and an indoor and outdoor fireplace, and outside patio. Located behind the unit shelter is an open-air shower house with four showers, multi-faucet trough style sink, and dishwashing sink. Further behind the shower house is the wash house with four flush toilets. Two fire circles are also located in this unit.

Ten platform tents with four cots and mattresses in each tent Unit Shelter with fireplace, tables and chairs, refrigerator, and electricity Wash House – flush toilets and warm-water showers Fire Circles with benches and cook rings One tent, toilet, and shower accessible to campers with disabilities Closed in the winter

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Holly Hill: Cabins – Capacity 42 Holly Hill is nestled among trees, within sight of Kerr Lake. There are seven cabins with six cots and mattresses in each cabin. The unit shelter has electricity, tables, chairs, fireplace, and fans inside; with a charcoal grill, picnic tables, and a refrigerator under the porch area. There are two fire circles to use for cooking or enjoying the fire for s’mores. Adjacent to the unit shelter is an open air shower house with four shower stalls, a multi-faucet trough style sink, and dish washing sink. Seven cabins with six cots and mattresses in each cabin Unit Shelter with fireplace, tables and chairs, refrigerator, and electricity Wash House – flush toilets and warm-water showers Fire Circles with benches and cook rings Closed in the winter

Trailblazer: Cabins – Capacity 42 Trailblazer is located beyond Holly Hill among the trees; it is close enough to the main camp for comfort, yet far enough for some privacy. There are seven cabins with six cots and mattresses in each cabin. The cabins form a circle around the unit shelter. The unit shelter has electricity, tables, chairs, an indoor and outdoor fireplace, and a small patio outside. Off the patio is a storage area with a refrigerator. To the right when you enter the unit is an open-air shower house with four shower stalls, a multi-person sink, and dishwashing sink. Further back to the right of the unit shelter is the toilet house with four toilets and a hand-washing sink. Two fire circles and picnic tables are located within this unit. Trailblazer has a large open grassed area nearby for games, etc. Seven cabins with six cots and mattresses in each cabin Unit Shelter with fireplace, tables and chairs, refrigerator, and electricity Wash House – flush toilets and warm-water showers Fire Circles with benches and cook rings Closed in the winter

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Kay McGavran: Platform Tents – Capacity 28 Kay McGavran is located away from the other units, across a cove that is connected by the swinging bridge to the main camp. Seven platform tents with four cots and mattresses in each tent form a semi-circle around a fire-circle. Also available is an open-style unit shelter with electricity, picnic tables, and refrigerator. There are three portable toilets and a fire circle. Kay McGavran is a popular place to stay because of the swinging bridge, privacy, and other great amenities. It is a great place to gaze at the stars and listen to the sounds of the water rippling against the beach. Seven platform tents with four cots and mattresses in each tent Open style unit shelter with picnic tables, refrigerator, and electricity Portable toilets (showers facilities are not available) Fire circles with benches and cook rings Closed in the winter

Staff Tents: Platform tents - Capacity 16 The Staff Tents are located between the infirmary and swinging bridge, where you have a great view of the lake and the swimming and boating areas. The staff tents are kept cool during the hot summer by the constant lake breeze that blows through the tents. There are four tents with four cots and mattresses in each tent. In the middle of the circle of tents is a fire circle for cooking, with a picnic table located nearby. There are two portable toilets close to the staff tents. Four platform tents with four cots and mattresses in each tent Portable toilets Fire Circle with benches Closed in the winter

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CIT Cabin: Cabin - Capacity 8 The CIT Cabin is located next to the Dining Hall against the trees. The sleeping areas are located at each end of the cabin with the shower and toilet located in the middle. The cabin has eight cots and mattresses. It is great for a small group outing. One Cabin with eight cots and mattresses. Small fire ring and benches Closed in the winter

Staff House: Building - Capacity 20 The Staff House is located next to the office on the main camp road where you can see the lake from the front yard. The staff house consists of an open room with a fireplace, tables, chairs, and couches (very cozy). The mattresses are kept in the storage closet and can be taken out and spread on the floor for sleeping. The Staff house also has two toilets, one shower, two sinks and cubby shelving for camper to store small item. Included in the kitchen are pots, pans, dishes, utensils, refrigerator with icemaker, microwave, stove, and dishwashing sink. The staff house is a great place to be during the cold winter months. You can use the fireplace to keep you warm while watching a movie on the television. Located near the Staff house is a large volleyball net, fire circle, two grills and two picnic tables. Mattresses are placed on the floor Kitchen with stove/refrigerator, flush toilets, and shower Fire circle with benches, cook ring, and grills. Available during the winter

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Dining Hall: Building - Capacity 100 (for day use only) The Dining Hall is a focal point for camp. There is room for 100 people. It is a great place for large groups to check in campers and can also accommodate some of your larger group activities. The commercial kitchen must be reserved separately and groups must provide proof of NC ServSafe certification and commercial kitchen training.

Encampment Field Several areas have been designated for groups that would like to bring and pitch their own tents at camp. Come and enjoy the full experience of outdoor camping as you sleep underneath the stars. Tie Dye Outdoor Shelter The Tie Dye Shelter is located on the big field behind the Amphitheater. This is the place for doing arts and crafts, especially the messy ones. This shelter has a gravel floor and water spigot close by for easy cleaning. Electricity is available. (This area is available for everyone to enjoy; it cannot be reserved.)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Trails Breezy Creek Trail begins at the Kay McGavran shelter and loops through the woods to the south point. The Clover Field Trail begins at the far north corner of camp off of the road to Trailblazer and returns to the field. Amphitheater The Amphitheater is located just below the main office, adjacent to the pathway leading to the outdoor shelter area. It has a large stage and log seating for 150 people. It is great for talent shows or songs. You can enjoy looking at the beautiful night sky in the field that is close by.

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Firewood: Dry firewood is available year-round at all fire rings and cook pits. Ice: Ice is available on site with the exception of the winter months Trash: Trash is the responsibility of each troop/group. Trash collected from the units or shelters should be placed in the designated trash cans for collection and deposited into the dumpsters. Prohibited Items: The use of tobacco is not permitted on Girl Scout properties. Alcohol, drugs or firearms are not permitted on Girl Scout properties. Parking: Two vehicles per Unit are permitted. The Camp Ranger will designate parking areas for all other vehicles. Driving between units or facilities within the camp property during events is not permitted with the exception of persons with a physical limitation. This ensures access for emergency vehicles, if needed, and the safety of all girls and adults. Speed limit: For the safety of all girls and adults, please obey all in-camp speed limits. Telephone: For emergency use only: (252) 492-1478. This is the Ranger’s office, a message will be relayed to the troop/group leader.

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Copies of current (Waterfront/Archery) certifications must be submitted to the Raleigh Service Center four weeks prior to your campsite reservation. No equipment will be issued without prior approval. All equipment is subject to availability. There are no facilities for launching boats that do not belong to Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines.

Swimming and Boating Docks The Waterfront area has a magnificent view of Kerr Lake and is a semi-private cove. There is an H dock that can be used for swimming, as well as a T dock for canoeing and sailing. The Waterfront area can be reserved only if someone with the group has small craft safety training (Refer to: Safety Activity Checkpoints at www.nccoastalpines.org)

The following equipment must be reserved (in advance) from the Raleigh Service Center.

Waterfront equipment: $10 per 2 hours 13 Canoes (2 person) with paddles and life jackets 1 Green Old Town Canoe 14 Kayaks (1 person) with paddles and life jackets 24 Sunfish sailboats with life jackets 1 Duck boat with paddles and life jackets Archery equipment: $10 per 2 hours 6 Targets and 10 Bows

The following equipment must be reserved (in advance) from the Raleigh Service Center. (No cost) Sports equipment – (max limit) choice of 2 different items per troop: Basketballs w/goal Volleyballs, Volleyball net Baseball equipment Soccer balls Earth ball Parachute

Cooking equipment – (max limit) 2 of each item per troop: Dutch ovens *Please Note: If you have reserved a building with a full kitchen then basic cookware will be provided.

Activity kits – Linking Girls to the Land day packs (1 per troop) Beaks and Feathers Look up at the Sky Bugs are Beautiful Needles and Cones Habitat is Home Water, Water Everywhere

Camping equipment – Each unit contains the following equipment (No cost): 4 brooms, dust pan 4 shovels 4 buckets (1 each sand and water) 4 brush for toilet brushes 1 hose 1 fire extinguisher

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334 Regional Water Lane Henderson, NC 27537

Camp Graham is located on Kerr Lake off Fleming Road in Vance County.

(This is exit 220 off of I-85)

Coming from RALEIGH: Take Highway 1 north (Capital Blvd.). Highway 1 will merge with I-85 at Henderson. On I-85 North, at the point where U.S. 1 from Raleigh intersects, take the second exit from I-85 North after U.S. 1 enters it. The sign reads:

Exit 220 NORLINA 1 & 158

Fleming Road Turn right at the stop sign at the end of the exit ramp. Merge to the right onto Fleming Road. (On one street sign says Fleming Road; the other says Flemingtown Road. Don’t worry, they are the same road.) Keep to the right, and proceed under the I-85 overpass. You will now be on Fleming Road, with a truck stop on your right. Follow Fleming Road, after approximately 2 miles, turn left onto Regional Water Lane. There is a Camp Graham sign here. Follow this road and turn left at the first road. Follow this gravel road straight through the Camp Graham gates. The Ranger’s house is on the left. The camp office is the first building on the right.

Alternate RALEIGH directions: Take Creedmoor Rd. (Highway 50) to Creedmoor. Follow signs to I-85. Take I-85 North and exit at 220. Follow directions above.

From DURHAM: Take I-85 North and exit at exit #220. Follow the directions above. From LOUISBURG: Take Highway 39 to Henderson. Take US 1 north until it merges with I-85 North. Follow the directions for Raleigh. From RICHMOND, VA - I-95 S to I-85 S. Exit 220 Fleming Road. Chex’s truck stop will be on the right. Turn right at the bottom of the ramp and go approximately 3 miles. Turn left at Camp Graham Sailboat sign. Turn left about ½ mile down the road at the Camp Graham mail box. The water treatment plant is at the end of the road. (Hour and half from Richmond). FROM WINSTON-SALEM, NC - I-40 E to I-85 N. Exit 220 Fleming Road. Turn right at the bottom of the ramp and go back under the interstate for approximately 3 miles. Turn left at the Camp Graham Sailboat sign. Turn left about ½ mile down the road at the Camp Graham mail box. The water treatment plant is at the end of the road. (Two hours and a half from Winston-Salem).

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Directions to Camp Graham

Water Treatment

Plant

Camp Graham

334 Regional Water Ln.

Henderson, NC 27537

252-213-0230

Truck

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NC 39

I-85 I-40

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US 401

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Camp Graham334 Regional Water Ln

Henderson, NC 27537 X XXXX

X X

Trailblazer

XX X

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Holly

Hill

Tie Dye

Shelter

Amphitheater

Pumphouse

Office

Laundry

Staff

House

Entrance

Whippoorwill

Ranger’s

House

Trading Post

Dining Hall

Fire Circle

Boat House

Infirmary

CIT

Cabin

Swinging Bridge

Staff Tents

Kay

McGavran

NKerr Lake

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Tent

X Cabin

Building

Firering