Girl Guides of Canada-Nova Scotia

*Please note that sleeping capacity inside is limited.

• Indoors
• Tent
• Adirondacks (Semi Shelter) – see photo

Please understand that this is an application and not a registration. Confirmations of acceptance will be sent out after May 22, 2025. Once accepted, permission forms and fees must be submitted before June 21, 2025, otherwise acceptance will be cancelled, and that spot offered to someone else.

• Girls and youth are encouraged to apply to attend Sparkle and Glow 2025! 
• Sparkle and Glow camps are open to all registered Sparks and Embers (born 2016-2019) in Nova Scotia. 
• We anticipate the camps being very popular for our youngest branches. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accept any applications after the posted deadline. 
• Girls and youth apply as an individual NOT as a unit. 
• If a girl or youth is selected, it would be to attend one camp. 
• We offer two weekends and locations to give more opportunities to girls and youth throughout the province. 
• The weekends will both have the same theme. 
• This is a two-night camp and everyone who is a successful applicant would be expected to stay the two nights. There is no option for one-night or just the day. 
• Camping experience is not required. 
• Please understand that this is an application and not a registration. 
• Acceptance letters will be sent out after the application period ends, along with information on how to complete payment and submit health and Safe Guide forms. 
• All applicants will be notified either way.
• If you have multiple girls and youth who are applying, you will need to complete a separate application for each.
• Roommate requests cannot be guaranteed, and we ask that these requests not be made.
• Our quartermasters will ensure girls and youth will be fed a variety of delicious foods and can accommodate any dietary needs. *Health Forms will accompany acceptance letters. If accepted, please ensure these details are noted in detail there. Our quartermasters are happy to have conversations around food dietary needs with any families. 
• Activities at camp will consist of both indoor and outdoor activities.
• The weekend will consist of program activities, games, outdoor activities and campfire fun among other things.
• A kit list (a list of what to bring and not to bring to camp), along with other reminders will be emailed before camp.
• Sleeping arrangements: For liability reasons, Guiders do not sleep directly with the girls and youth, but whether you are sleeping inside or outside, Guiders are close by, if the girls and youth need absolutely anything! Tents will be provided for youth and Guiders who are sleeping outside.

Adult staff are still welcome to apply for Sparkle and Glow 2025!

Junior Leader Applications (for Rangers) for Sparkle and Glow 2025 open April 15, 2025. We are looking for Rangers to help with each of the weekends we have booked for Sparkle and Glow 2025. All Rangers are welcome, and we look forward to hearing from you! We appreciate your interest in helping provide an amazing and successful experience for girls and youth.

Rangers will be Junior Staff, shadowing program staff.  This is a great leadership and bridging opportunity for Rangers! Please indicate which weekend you are interested in.

Apply now.

As noted in the application form, applications are to be accompanied by one reference from your Guider.

Please have your Guider complete the NS Camping Youth Reference Form, which is linked in the girls and youth application.

*Please note that we are using our resources wisely.

Both forms reference the position of patrol leader/shadow however, as noted above, for Sparkle and Glow 2025, Rangers will be Junior Staff, shadowing program staff. 

Application deadline is end of day April 30. 

The application and Guider reference must be submitted by the deadline to be considered.  

Girl and youth applications for Sparks and Embers will follow.  

Cancellations will be refunded if required until two weeks prior to camp. Week 1 - End of day Friday, July 11 and Week 2 - End of day Friday, July 18. To request a refund, please email Sparkle and Glow Lead, Lauren at ns-sparkleandglowlead@girlguides.ca.