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Welcome to the West Coast Area Girl Guides camping website. We are so lucky to live in an area surrounded by mountains, ocean, and still have all the commodities a big city has to offer. We have tons of opportunities for adventure and camping in our area. So get out there and explore!
If you ever have any West Coast Area camping questions please email: wcacampingadviser@gmail.com. 
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Upcoming Camping Events & Trainings
WCA Camping Calendar 2019-20
Check out the WCA Camping 2019-20 Calendar, more information and events coming soon!
Snow Series - One Night Snowshoe Backpacking Trip
Participants will be hiking to the Hidden Lake Area of Mount Seymour with their packs to set up Snow Shelter to stay overnight. Additional snowshoe hike to Dinky Peak from base camp. This trip is limited to 9 girl participants, on a first come first serve basis. To register for this event please fill out the online registration form and mail the event fee, SG2, SG5 and H1 forms by Mar 1st to:
Carole Cooledge, 109 Ovens Ave, New Westminster, BC V3L 1Z1
Date: March 7th to 8th, 2020
Location: Mount Seymour Provincial Park
Prerequisite: Snow Camp Training or equivalent experience and attended 1 of the snowshoe hikes
Cost: $45.00 (includes meals, snacks & gear for overnight) Please make cheques payable to GGC - West Coast Area!
Online Registration Form: Click Here (Registration deadline Mar 1st)
Forms: SG1 / SG2 / SG5 / H1 / Kit List
OAL Residential Training
This training is designed for new leaders or inexperienced campers to acquire all the skills and knowledge needed to take units on a one or two night residential camping experience. Specific topics include: leadership styles, supporting and preparing girls, planning timelines, thinking about gear, menu planning, allergies and dietary restrictions, and camp life.
When: Saturday, March 7th 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (lunch will be provided)
Where: Provincial Guide House 107-252 Esplanade W, North Vancouver
Who: Guiders and Bridging Members
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/SP9w5XEpBLbKzK7x5
Registration Deadline: March 2, 2020
Check out the WCA Camping 2019-20 Calendar, more information and events coming soon!
Snow Series - One Night Snowshoe Backpacking Trip
Participants will be hiking to the Hidden Lake Area of Mount Seymour with their packs to set up Snow Shelter to stay overnight. Additional snowshoe hike to Dinky Peak from base camp. This trip is limited to 9 girl participants, on a first come first serve basis. To register for this event please fill out the online registration form and mail the event fee, SG2, SG5 and H1 forms by Mar 1st to:
Carole Cooledge, 109 Ovens Ave, New Westminster, BC V3L 1Z1
Date: March 7th to 8th, 2020
Location: Mount Seymour Provincial Park
Prerequisite: Snow Camp Training or equivalent experience and attended 1 of the snowshoe hikes
Cost: $45.00 (includes meals, snacks & gear for overnight) Please make cheques payable to GGC - West Coast Area!
Online Registration Form: Click Here (Registration deadline Mar 1st)
Forms: SG1 / SG2 / SG5 / H1 / Kit List
OAL Residential Training
This training is designed for new leaders or inexperienced campers to acquire all the skills and knowledge needed to take units on a one or two night residential camping experience. Specific topics include: leadership styles, supporting and preparing girls, planning timelines, thinking about gear, menu planning, allergies and dietary restrictions, and camp life.
When: Saturday, March 7th 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (lunch will be provided)
Where: Provincial Guide House 107-252 Esplanade W, North Vancouver
Who: Guiders and Bridging Members
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/SP9w5XEpBLbKzK7x5
Registration Deadline: March 2, 2020
