Ohio

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio, GSNEO
  • Camp Jessie Mae Faegol, Ravenna
  • Camp Lycopodia, Massillon
  • Camp Singing River, North Fairfield (sold June 2010)
  • Wadsworth House, Wadsworth (relinquished to city of Wadsworth 2009)
  • East Palestine Cabins, East Palenstine
  • One half of Great Trail, Malvern
  • Most of Crowell Hilaka, Richfield
Closed September 2009

  • Wintergreen Cabin, Strongsville
  • Intergrove Cabin, Cleveland
Relinquished to Cleveland Metroparks September 2009

  • Camp Crowell/Hilaka, Richfield (Richfield Joint Recreation District purchased the camp from the Western Reserve Land Conservancy in 2015)
  • Great Trail Camp, Carroll County (council entered into an agreement to sell November 2013)
  • Camp Lejnar, Lake County (sold September 2013)
  • Camp Pleasant Valley, Seneca County (council entered into an agreement to sell in July 2012)
  • Camp Sugarbush, Trumbull County (board voted to retain on October 11, 2011)
Board voted to close the above 5 camps March 2, 2011
More information on these camps can be found at:  http://www.trefoilintegrity.org/the-camps1.html
Former Girl Scouts camp in northern Summit County gets new owner, will be open to the public on weekends
http://www.ohio.com/news/local/former-girl-scouts-camp-in-northern-summit-county-gets-new-owner-will-be-open-to-the-public-on-weekends-1.607956
The 339-acre park is now under the control of the Richfield Joint Recreation District, a seven-person board representing Richfield village and township.

The new deal was announced Monday at an evening celebration at Richfield Village Hall to mark the completion of six years of talk and work.

Western Reserve Land Conservancy, a nonprofit organization, had purchased the tract last year from the Girl Scouts of North East Ohio.

Residents in the village and township voted in November to purchase the old camp and to fund future park operations.

The conservancy presented the park’s 85 keys on a large carabiner to Floyd Ostrowski, board chair of the recreation district. “For the first time, we can call it a park now,” he said in accepting the keys that open all the property’s gates and buildings.

In turn, he presented Joe Leslie of the conservancy with a check for $4.4 million to complete the land sale.
Council supports grant application for Richfield site
http://www.akron.com/akron-ohio-community-news.asp?aID=24984
Summit County Council adopted on first reading Nov. 24 a resolution of support for the Western Reserve Land Conservancy and the Richfield Joint Recreation District in applying for grant funding through the Clean Ohio Green Space Conservation Program.

Program funds, administered by the Ohio Public Works Commission, are set aside to help with the preservation of open spaces, sensitive ecological areas and stream corridors.

The funding would go toward the purchase and protection of the 336-acre Camp Crowell Hilaka Girl Scout camp property, according to the legislation.

With the recent approval by voters of Issues 10 and 11, the Recreation District is able to move forward with purchasing and planning for the future of that property, which is located mostly in Richfield Township with a small portion in Richfield Village, county officials said.

Council as a whole agreed to sponsor the legislation.
Four Public Open Houses Slated at Former Girl Scout Camp in Northern Summit County
September 5, 2014
http://www.ohio.com/news/local/four-public-open-houses-slated-at-former-girl-scout-camp-in-northern-summit-county-1.519999
Camp Crowell/Hilaka Update 2014
http://www.gsneo.org/camping/property-updates.aspx
On Thursday, June 5, 2014, Richfield Township trustees passed a resolution to create a Joint Recreation District (JRD) under ORC 755 between Richfield Township and Richfield Village.  A similar resolution was passed by Richfield Village on Tuesday, June 3, 2014. The formation of the JRD is for the purpose of the acquisition and management of the Camp Crowell Hilaka property, which sits primarily in the Township, and partially in the Village.

Staff from the Western Reserve Land Conservancy held many meetings over the past few months to push this agenda forward, and the vote was essential for the protection of the property.
Great Trail Camp Update 2013
http://www.gsneo.org/camping/property-updates.aspx
Girl Scouts of North East Ohio has signed an agreement with a private individual to purchase Great Trail Camp.  This agreement is expected to be finalized Friday, November 15, 2013.  As directed by the GSNEO Board, the net proceeds from the sales of the camps will be used to improve Camps Ledgewood, Sugarbush and Timberlane.
Camp Lejnar Update 2013
http://www.gsneo.org/camping/property-updates.aspx
Girl Scouts of North East Ohio has completed the sale of  Camp Lejnar in Lake County, Ohio. As directed by the GSNEO Board, the net proceeds from the sale of all  camps will be used to improve Camps Ledgewood, Sugarbush and Timberlane.
Camp Pleasant Valley Update 2012
http://www.gsneo.org/camping/property-updates.aspx
Girl Scouts of North East Ohio (GSNEO) has reached an agreement with an individual for the sale of Camp Pleasant Valley.  This individual plans to retain the property for his personal and family use.  Camp closing ceremonies took place earlier this spring.
Camp Sugarbush Update 2011
http://www.gsneo.org/camping/property-updates.aspx
Macedonia, October 20, 2011 – On Monday, the Board of Directors of the Girl Scouts of North East Ohio (GSNEO) voted to retain Camp Sugarbush, in Trumbull County, after several meetings with the master planners, Brandstetter Carroll Inc., during their sites analyses. “The board decided to give the master planners and property management experts the flexibility to consider and incorporate the visions, wishes and recommendations of our membership,” responded Dan A. Bragg, 
Trefoil Integrity, Supporting and Promoting Girl Scouting in Northeast Ohio
http://www.trefoilintegrity.org/

Girl Scouts to close 5 camps, including one in Richfield
http://www.ohio.com/news/girl-scouts-to-close-5-camps-including-one-in-richfield-1.209357
The Girl Scout council said on its website that the camps being closed are underused, attracting less than half the Scouts in Northeast Ohio. The friends group, however, blames the underuse on poor management.

Spiegler contended Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio has no department devoted to camping and no one skilled at running camps efficiently. It doesn't put a high priority on camping, ''but that's the point of this organization,'' she said.

She said misplaced documents, last-minute cancellations and other scheduling problems periodically leave camp facilities empty or underused, even though they're in demand.

''It's very clear that they [Girl Scout administrators] do not know how to run a camping program,'' she said.
Girl Scout camps up for sale
http://www.marketplace.org/topics/life/girl-scout-camps-sale#.UWhyB3_r024.email

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio, GSWO

See also Indiana
  • Camp Myeerah, Logan County
Sale considered July 2012, sold 2014 to the city of Bellefontaine

  • Camp Rolling Hills, Pleasant Hill
Rested in 2013, council plans to re-open in 2014. 

  • Camp Brookside, Sidney
Council gave up lease in 2009 

  • Camp Greene, Yellow Springs
Closed in 2011, council was exploring options for use due to donor restrictions
Girl Scouts sell Camp Myeerah to Bellefontaine
http://www.limaohio.com/news/briefs-news/923592/Girl-Scouts-sell-Camp-Myeerah-to-Bellefontaine#.VANS0_ldXxI
The 449-acre property is now owned by the city of Bellefontaine, which will operate Camp Myeerah as a Joint Recreation District park. The district is developing a management plan for the public to enjoy Camp Myeerah for overnight camping, hiking, cross-country skiing, fishing and bird-watching. The Tri-Moraine Audubon Society is managing conservation easements over the entire property to help the district manage an important birding habitat.

Funding for the $1.39 million purchase comes from the Clean Ohio Conservation Fund. The Trust for Public Land, a national conservation organization, managed the purchase and donated easement.

Board considers selling Girl Scout Camp
http://timesbulletin.com/main.asp?FromHome=1&TypeID=1&ArticleID=174786&SectionID=33&SubSectionID=86
The camp is composed of almost 500 acres of wetlands, established and emerging forests, prairies, streams, a large lake, and other unique features that crease an environmental treasure. In addition, it contains two lodges, platform tents, covered wagons and tree houses for overnight camping and program use.

This camp has been part of Girl Scout history and has offered a unique camping experience to thousands of Girl Scouts who were part of the Girl Scouts of Appleseed Ridge.

The merger of Girl Scout councils in 2008 put the 10-county area that was served by Appleseed Ridge into a merged area serving the Interstate corridor from Cincinnati to Toledo. Administrative offices for the council are located in Cincinnati.
Frequently Asked Questions concerning the proposal to purchase Camp Myeerah – 8/13/12
http://www.girlscoutsofwesternohio.org/who-we-are/News%20Documents/Camp%20Myeerah%20FAQ%20-%20Updated%20with%20Questions%20from%20Girl%20Scout%20Members%20and%20the%20Community.pdf
What is the financial reserve of the council? Is this about money? The decision to recommend that Tier 3 camps be sold or an alternative ownership arrangement pursued is not because the council does not have enough money, but rather because the board is exercising its responsibility as good fiscal managers. Since this is an unsolicited offer, the Board is acting in a financially responsible manner to review the option; the decision will be based on the good of the council as a whole and our commitment to all Girl Scout members, not merely the financial income such a sale would produce.
Camp Rolling Hills Change.org petition
http://www.change.org/petitions/girl-scouts-of-western-ohio-save-girl-scout-camp-rolling-hills-from-resting-and-or-being-sold


Response to petition from council council representative
http://www.change.org/petitions/girl-scouts-of-western-ohio-save-girl-scout-camp-rolling-hills-from-resting-and-or-being-sold/responses/7240
"Thank you for your interest in Camp Rolling Hills. As a result of the sluggish economy, across the board cuts made by several large United Ways and lower than expected cookie sales, Girl Scouts of Western Ohio had to make some difficult financial decisions in 2013. This included resting Rolling Hills through the end of the year. We scheduled the closing so that it was after the summer day camps, to minimize the impact on girls. It was and still is our plan to re-open Camp Rolling Hills in early 2014. We are developing plans to ensure that the council has the revenue to operate and maintain Rolling Hills in 2014, so that next year girls can fully enjoy the use of this camp. Please feel free to contact [email protected], if you have any questions. Sincerely, Sarah Kelly Program Services Manager ”
Camp to become part of Sidney park (Camp Brookside)
http://dailycall.com/main.asp?SectionID=86&SubSectionID=164&ArticleID=158136

Council property plan and updates
http://www.girlscoutsofwesternohio.org/who-we-are/Pages/News-and-Updates.aspx

Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland, GSOOH
  • Camp Cornish, Knox County, OH
  • Camp Tea-Qui Mead, Ross County, OH
Closing Ceremonies October 2012
Camp Cornish re-opened in a deal signed March 2013 through a Community Foundation partnership

  • Camp Wakatomika, Mt. Vernon, OH
To be rested in late 2012.

  • Lakeview Ranch, Lucasville, OH
Retired in 2012.

  • Camp Beckoning Trails, Logan
To be retired subject to alt. site being developed.
Link to council property plan information 
http://gsoh.pbd-dev.com/camps/camp-property-review/


Ross County Girl Scout camp closing
http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20120709/NEWS01/207090306/Ross-County-Girl-Scout-camp-closing

Community Foundation and Girl Scout Council strike deal to re-open historic campsite
http://www.gsooh.org/Camp%20Cornish%20press%20release-FINAL.pdf
The Foundation and Ohio’s Heartland Council finalized a purchase agreement Friday, March 15 that preserves Camp Cornish for Girl Scout use. Representatives of the Foundation and the Girl Scout Council began discussing the future of Camp Cornish soon after the council retired the 15-acre campground in October 2012. “By January of this year, the major elements of an agreement were in place, including the purchase price and continued access to Camp Cornish by Girl Scouts,” said Community Foundation Executive Director Sam Barone. “The Foundation established a supporting organization – the new Camp Cornish Foundation – to manage the property. Then Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland determined the number of days they desired access to camp facilities.” The council will continue to schedule Girl Scout use of the grounds. It will be available for Girl Scout use 35 days per year, Barone said. Boy Scouts and other nonprofit groups will arrange access to the camp through the new managing board. Fees and guidelines for Camp Cornish usage will be published soon.