Topics to discuss in your application essays: In 3-5 sentences give a brief introduction to yourself. Discuss your experience with dance, gymnastics, and/or horseback riding. Tell us why you are passionate about this opportunity. Describe how you handle stressful situations.

If you love horses, gymnastics and dance, this is the destination for you! Come discover the sport of vaulting as you learn tricks on horseback! New to vaulting? Check out the videos at www.americanvaulting.org!

Picture It

24 Girl Scouts from across the country will be selected to participate in an unforgettable two-week experience. Stay in air-conditioned cabins at Camp Meriwether as you learn tricks such as a handstand dismount from a moving horse. Build confidence, increase your understanding and feel of horse movement, and examine the rider body position effects on the horse. In the evenings, refine your English and/or Western riding skills in a group lesson.

When you’re not at the barn, enjoy swimming, canoeing, archery, and climbing the challenge tower/zip line. Enjoy seeing the local scenery? Not to worry – we will also have a field trip to Callaway Gardens to check out the local farmer’s market, go swimming at the beach, and see the University of Florida Acrobats! Top off your adventure by participating in a vaulting demonstration for local Girl Scouts and their families.

Map It

Luthersville, GA
Camp Meriwether

Be It

• Must be able to trot and canter comfortably and unassisted on a horse
• Interest / background in gymnastics and/or dance…and horses!
• Must be able to run, keeping up with a trotting horse
• Must have sufficient upper body strength to pull yourself onto a horse with your arms

Plan It

• July 27, 2013–August 6, 2013; $1,500
  Must be 14–18 years old at the time of the event.

Get It

Most equipment is provided. You will need long, tight, stretchy pants and vaulting shoes. A detailed packing list will be sent upon acceptance.

$ It

A $200 deposit will be due immediately upon acceptance to this event. (It's part of the event fee, not in addition to it.)

The balance of $1,500 will be due in three installments of $400 each. You'll need to purchase your round-trip transportation to/from Atlanta, Georgia.

Note:

Four adult volunteer staff are needed. Volunteers must have:

• A willingness to live in a cabin and supervise teen girl participants
• Confidence in outdoor living skills
• The ability to hike over uneven terrain 1-3 miles per day
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR
• Experience leading groups of teens
• Excellent conflict management skills

Download the Application Form(s):
	destinations_girl_application_2013.pdf destinations_girl_application_2013.doc