Girl Scout Council of Greater St. Louis

Camps

Camp Cedarledge

Located outside Pevely, Missouri

Approximately 45 minutes from downtown St. Louis

Encompasses over 694 acres of wooded hills, highlighted with rocky ledges, cedar trees and grassy meadows.

The high hills and rambling creeks offer an invitation to such activities as hiking to Atwood Lake (8.8 acres), searching the creek beds for "lucky stones" (stones with holes worn through the center), and running and playing in the meadows.

Camp Fiddlecreek

Nestled in a valley near Gray Summit, Missouri

Approximately 45 minutes from downtown St. Louis

Encompasses 83 acres

The creek, which runs through the camp, is know as Fiddler's Creek

Troops explore the creek, hike the Borderline Trail (2 miles) and examine the log cabin buildings that are a part of the camp's history

At the lake (2 acres), girls discover the many creatures that live in and near the water.

Camp Tuckaho

Located near Troy, Missouri

Approximately 1 1/2 hours form downtown St. Louis

Covers 521 acres of rolling hills and ravines

Developed to represent the heritage of this area

Units include covered wagons, log cabins, tree houses, five lodges, five permanent tents units, one primitive unit and a day outing area

A recreation facility, Tuck Hall, is avilalbe to troops and for large meetings and events

Fossil hunting is a popular activity in nearby creeks

Giant sycamores that measure 14 feet in circumference are found near the northern bluffs.

The Charlotte Davis lake (8 acres) provides boating and fishing.

Outdoor Adventure Course

Located at Camp Tuckaho

Stress/challenge course

Helps girls learn how to individually and collectively set and achieve goals

A series of challenging activities

Contains three "pods" and obstacles

Certified instructors (adults) help girls and adults through this exciting experiential adventure.

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