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Summer Camp at Camp Is-Sho-Da
Welcome to Camp Is-Sho-Da! Located on 100 acres of fields and woods in East Greenbush, Camp IsSho-Da is a great option to enjoy all the best of camp. With hiking trails, a five-acre pond for water activities, a large playfield, and facilities for nature study and artmaking, there is always something fun to do. Rustic screened enclosed shelters, platform tents, and covered wagons offer a variety of options for camping overnights.
At Camp Is-Sho-Da campers can expect to swim every day in our pond and tie dye every Wednesday. Campers can also try our low ropes course and complete science experiments and arts and crafts.
Week 1: July 6th – 10th, 2026 
Play together, cheer together, shine together! Daisies will discover the joy of teamwork through playful games, relay races, and camp spirit challenges. With plenty of laughter and cheering, they’ll learn that being a good teammate means trying your best and helping others succeed — because at camp, everyone’s a winner!
Camp Champs: Ready, Set, Play: Brownie
Spirit, smiles, and silly competition! Brownies will jump into the action with friendly camp competitions, silly sports, and teamwork challenges that build confidence and camaraderie. Whether they’re racing, cheering, or creating team chants, they’ll discover how fun it is to work together and celebrate everyone’s efforts!
Spirit Quest: The Great Camp Games: Junior & Cadette
Compete with heart, lead with spirit. Get ready for a week of spirited competition and teamwork! Campers will take part in exciting field games, water relays, and creative team challenges that test both brains and brawn. With leadership, sportsmanship, and camp pride at the core. This week builds confidence, teamwork, and memories that last longer than the week of camp.
Camp Legends: The Ultimate Challenge: Senior & Ambassador
Lead the fun. Fuel the spirit. Claim the legend. Seniors and Ambassadors will take camp spirit to the next level as they compete, lead, and cheer in the ultimate week of camp games! From organizing team challenges to mentoring younger campers, they’ll combine leadership, athleticism, and creativity to earn their place in camp history. It’s all about teamwork, laughter, and legendary fun!
Week 2: July 13th – 17th, 2026
Water, friends, and fun! A week full of swimming, water games, and laughter that keeps campers cool and active.
Make waves and memories! - A water-themed week full of swimming and cooperative water play. Brownies will dive into splashy games, team challenges, and cool-down fun that keeps them active and smiling. It’s all about building confidence in the water, working together, and making unforgettable summertime memories!
Splash, Explore, Discover: Junior & Cadette
Get ready to make waves this week at camp! Jump into a week filled with splashy adventures, water challenges, and outdoor fun! Campers will explore the magic and mystery of water through hands-on experiments, creative projects, and plenty of time to swim, play, and cool off under the sun. Whether they’re testing the power of water or just making the biggest splash, it’s all about discovery, friendship, and summertime fun!
Counselor in Training 1: Seniors & Ambassadors
Young leaders in the CIT 1 Program dive into what it means to be a counselor at Girl Scout camp. You’ll learn to engage younger campers while completing the five steps of the CIT 1 experience: live and work in a camp community; interview, observe, and assist staff; practice and lead songs and games; complete a service project with your CIT unit; and reflect on your experience. Throughout the week, you’ll build leadership skills and serve as a positive role model—while still enjoying classic camp fun like campfires, swimming, crafts, games, and those magical camp moments. CIT 1 can be completed at overnight or day camp, and participants receive the CIT 1 pin at the end of the session. Earning the CIT 1 pin also fulfills the leadership award requirement for the Gold Award.
Week 3: July 20th – 24th, 2026
Meet your prickly but lovable camp buddy — your very own Porcupine Plushie Pal! Daisies will explore the clever animals of the forest while discovering friendship, creativity, and outdoor fun. Through games, crafts, and adventures, campers will learn that even the prickliest friends have a soft side. Plushies stay at camp all week and go home with campers on Friday.
Camp Creatures & Critters: Brownie
Brownies will dive into the wild world of camp and learn about the amazing creatures in our forests, fields, and waterways. Through games, hands-on exploration, and trail adventures, campers will uncover fun facts about wildlife while building outdoor confidence. A lively week of discovery, imagination, and friendship!
Wild Camp Quest: Junior & Cadette
Adventure awaits! Juniors and Cadettes will explore camp through creative challenges, nature quests, and hands-on outdoor fun. Campers will strengthen teamwork, uncover forest secrets, and see just how exciting the great outdoors can be.
Counselor in Training 1: Seniors & Ambassadors
Young leaders in the CIT 1 Program dive into what it means to be a counselor at Girl Scout camp. You’ll learn to engage younger campers while completing the five steps of the CIT 1 experience: live and work in a camp community; interview, observe, and assist staff; practice and lead songs and games; complete a service project with your CIT unit; and reflect on your experience. Throughout the week, you’ll build leadership skills and serve as a positive role model—while still enjoying classic camp fun like campfires, swimming, crafts, games, and those magical camp moments. CIT 1 can be completed at overnight or day camp, and participants receive the CIT 1 pin at the end of the session. Earning the CIT 1 pin also fulfills the leadership award requirement for the Gold Award.
Week 4: July 27th – July 31st, 2026
Imagination is the key to fun! Daisies will dive into a week full of creativity, color, and joyful discovery. Through art, crafts, and imaginative play, campers will bring stories to life and find inspiration in nature all around them. With each new day, they’ll explore ideas big and small while building confidence, friendships, and their own unique sense of creativity.
Imagineers: Create & Explore: Brownie
Brownies will turn their ideas into colorful creations! Through nature crafts and imaginative games, campers will explore teamwork, self-expression, and the fun of making something unique.
Art & Imagination: Junior & Cadette
Camp Creations Unleashed! – Think it, make it, bring it to life! Campers will enjoy hands-on art and design projects, group challenges, and outdoor-inspired creations while building confidence and having a blast.
Counselor in Training 1: Seniors & Ambassadors
Young leaders in the CIT 1 Program dive into what it means to be a counselor at Girl Scout camp. You’ll learn to engage younger campers while completing the five steps of the CIT 1 experience: live and work in a camp community; interview, observe, and assist staff; practice and lead songs and games; complete a service project with your CIT unit; and reflect on your experience. Throughout the week, you’ll build leadership skills and serve as a positive role model—while still enjoying classic camp fun like campfires, swimming, crafts, games, and those magical camp moments. CIT 1 can be completed at overnight or day camp, and participants receive the CIT 1 pin at the end of the session. Earning the CIT 1 pin also fulfills the leadership award requirement for the Gold Award.
Week 5: August 3rd – 7th
Build, play, and explore with your busy beaver buddy! Get ready for a week full of giggles, adventure, and beaver-inspired fun! With their brand-new Beaver Plushie Pal by their side, Daisies will explore the wonders of camp through the eyes of one of nature’s hardest little workers. Whether they’re discovering how beavers build and create, playing imaginative games, or making cute crafts with their plushie, campers will learn that teamwork, creativity, and a little determination can make anything possible. It’s a sweet and silly week of friendship, discovery, and woodland magic! Plushies are provided and stay at camp for the week, then go home with campers on Friday.
Explore camp with your new raccoon plushie pal by your side! As you adventure together, you'll learn all about this clever and curious mammal who calls camp home. Discover fun facts, explore the outdoors, and build a special bond with your new furry friend. It's the perfect mix of nature, friendship, and fun! Plushies are provided and stay at camp for the week, then go home with campers on Friday.
Forest Friends & Fables: Junior & Cadette
Discover the stories of the woods! Brownies will explore the forest while learning about the animals that live there, both real and imagined. They’ll create crafts, tell stories, and play games that celebrate friendship, teamwork, and the wonders of the natural world.
Animal Trackers: Secrets of the Wild: Junior & Cadette
Get ready to go wild! Juniors and Cadettes will step off the beaten path and dive into the mysterious world of camp’s animal residents. From hidden tracks to nighttime calls, they’ll uncover clues about who’s been exploring the woods when no one’s watching. With outdoor challenges, creative nature projects, and plenty of laughter along the way, campers will discover just how connected we are to the creatures that share our world. Adventure awaits—are you ready to track it down?
Call of the Wild: Senior & ambassador
Adventure beyond the trail! Get ready for a wild week of exploration, challenge, and laughter! Seniors and Ambassadors will head off the beaten path to uncover camp’s hidden spots, take on thrilling outdoor challenges, and connect with the creatures that call the woods home. From nature quests to creative nighttime adventures, every day brings a new mystery to explore. It’s wild, it’s free, and it’s full of unforgettable camp moments!
Week 6: August 10th – 14th
A colorful celebration of camp life! A creative week celebrating colors, art, and the joy of expressing themselves with friends.
Color Quest: Camp Colors Unite: Brownie
Mix, match, and make camp sparkle! Brownies will explore the magic of colors through crafts, games, and creative challenges. Each day, teams can show off their colors in scavenger hunts, fun art projects, and friendly competitions. It’s a week full of bright ideas, teamwork, and colorful memories!
Color Clash! The Great Camp Challenge: Junior & Cadette
Team up, get messy, and let the colors fly!
Older campers will battle it out in friendly, high-energy Color War challenges! From rainbow-themed games and creative competitions, teams will use strategy, creativity, and teamwork to claim their colors as champions of camp. It’s fast-paced, messy, and full of laughs, a true celebration of color and camp spirit!
Spectrum Squad: Shine Your Light!: Senior & Ambassador
Lead the way and let your true colors shine! Seniors and Ambassadors will take Color Wars to the next level with creative leadership, teamwork, and big camp energy. They’ll design colorful challenges, lead younger campers in spirit competitions, and bring their own flair to camp traditions. This week is all about expressing yourself, lifting others up, and leaving camp brighter than you found it!
Camp Is-Sho-Da Bus Schedule
Safety at camp is a primary concern. Automobile traffic impacts staffing and can disturb the camp environment. To keep everyone safe and to minimize wait times, families are strongly encouraged to utilize buses if they are not using early/late care. If you do choose to drive your child to camp please consider carpooling.
Click on the links below to register for transportation.
$80/Week
Bus 1 Delmar, Albany
Bus 2 Clifton Park, Loudonville, Latham
Bus 3 Guilderland, Albany
Bus 1 Delmar, Albany
Bus 2 Clifton Park, Loudonville, Latham
Bus 3 Guilderland, Albany
Bus 1 Delmar, Albany
Bus 2 Clifton Park, Loudonville, Latham
Bus 3 Guilderland, Albany
Bus 1 Delmar, Albany
Bus 2 Clifton Park, Loudonville, Latham
Bus 3 Guilderland, Albany
Bus 1 Delmar, Albany
Bus 2 Clifton Park, Loudonville, Latham
Bus 3 Guilderland, Albany
Bus 1 Delmar, Albany
Bus 2 Clifton Park, Loudonville, Latham
Bus 3 Guilderland, Albany
Wednesday Day Camp Overnight and Campfire
Every Wednesday, campers who are Brownies or older may choose to stay overnight at camp. Campers cook their dinner and breakfast over a fire in their unit and join the whole camp for campfire skits and a sing-a-long.
Please note: Day Camp overnights are listed as separate events in the system. You must register individually for these options.
$50 each week
Campers not ready to stay the night are welcome to stay for the Wednesday campfire and be picked up at 8:30 pm.
$25 each week
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 1: Overnight
Spend the night at camp with your new camp friends! Enjoy a campfire and overnight on Wednesday and cook your own dinner and breakfast at your campsite!
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 1: Campfire
Not ready to spend the night? Join us for dinner and a campfire until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 2: Overnight
Spend the night at camp with your new camp friends! Enjoy a campfire and overnight on Wednesday and cook your own dinner and breakfast at your campsite!
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 2: Campfire
Not ready to spend the night? Join us for dinner and a campfire until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 3: Overnight
Spend the night at camp with your new camp friends! Enjoy a campfire and overnight on Wednesday and cook your own dinner and breakfast at your campsite!
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 3: Campfire
Not ready to spend the night? Join us for dinner and a campfire until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 4: Overnight
Spend the night at camp with your new camp friends! Enjoy a campfire and overnight on Wednesday and cook your own dinner and breakfast at your campsite!
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 4: Campfire
Not ready to spend the night? Join us for dinner and a campfire until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 5: Overnight
Spend the night at camp with your new camp friends! Enjoy a campfire and overnight on Wednesday and cook your own dinner and breakfast at your campsite!
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 5: Campfire
Not ready to spend the night? Join us for dinner and a campfire until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 6: Overnight
Spend the night at camp with your new camp friends! Enjoy a campfire and overnight on Wednesday and cook your own dinner and breakfast at your campsite!
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 6: Campfire
Not ready to spend the night? Join us for dinner and a campfire until 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Camp Is-Sho-Da Early/Late Care
Drop off your camper in the main parking lot before normal drop-off starts and pick up after normal pick-up ends. Campers in Early/Late Care will sit with camp staff and have activities to do.
Early Care (early drop-off 7:30 am - 8:30 am) - Late Care (late pick-up 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
$50/week
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 1: Early/Late Care
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 2: Early/Late Care
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 3: Early/Late Care
Camp Is-Sho-Da - Week 4: Early/Late Care
Camp Is-Sho-Da Early/Late Care Week 5
Camp Is-Sho-Da Early/Late Care Week 6
*Bus transportation is not available for those attending early or late care.
