Camp Merrie-Wood
Every summer, for five weeks of pure fun, Camp Merrie-Wood in Manchester, CT comes alive with Girl Scout adventure!
Merrie-Wood 2026 Details
Summer camp will run from July 6, 2026 - August 7, 2026.
- Location: Manchester, CT
- Entering Kindergarten through 12th grade
- Drop-Off: Monday-Friday | 8:45-9:00 AM
- Pick-Up: Monday-Friday | 4:00-4:15 PM
- Financial Aid: Available Upon Request
Camper Weeks
Week 1 | July 6th-10th: Stars & Stripes | $335-$410 
Week 2 | July 13th-17th: The Great Outdoors | $335-$410
Week 3 | July 20th-24th: Trail Trek | $360-$435
Week 4 | July 27th-31st: Ocean Olympics | $335-$410
Week 5 | August 3rd-7th: Where in the World? | $360-$435
Lunch & Snacks
Safety Plans
See Camp in Action
Trading Post
Health Form
The Program Aide (PA) and Counselor-in-Training (CIT) programs offered at Merrie-Wood give Girl Scouts the chance to step into leadership roles, gain hands-on experience, and build confidence that lasts well beyond summer.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: All leadership programs are offered in sessions that span multiple weeks (not including weekends). Leadership program participants MUST attend all weeks in the session AND be dropped off each Monday of the session and picked up each Friday of the session for both day camp and sleepaway camp.
Program Aides (PAs) | For Girl Scout Campers Entering 7th–9th Grade
The Program Aide pathway is a progressive leadership experience:
Program Aid 1
Learn the basics of helping staff and caring for campers
July 20th-31st* | $570-$645
Program Aid 2
Build confidence by leading short activities with guidance
July 20th-31st* | $570-$645
Program Aid 3
Take on junior leader roles, mentor others, and prepare for the CIT program.
July 6-17th* | $570-$645
Counselors-in-Training (CITs) | For Girl Scout Campers Entering 10th–12th Grade (must be 14+)
The Councelor-in-Training pathway focus on leadership development, camper care, and program facilitation. Through multi-week training and mentorship, CITs gain real-world experience and prepare for future roles as camp counselors.
Counselor-in-Training 1
Build foundational skills in camper care and leadership
July 20th-31st* | $520-$595
Counselor-in-Training 2
Strengthen independence by leading activities and supporting units
July 20th-August 7th* | $780-$855
Counselor-in-Training 3
Step into peer leadership roles, mentor others, and prepare to become camp staff.
July 6th-August 7th* | $1300-$1375
Explore Camp Merrie-Wood
Check out some photos of previous years at Camp Merrie-Wood!
