Positives: Brand new updated facility for 2017. Air conditioned, eco-friendly buildings. My daughter is enjoying it. Great programs offered. You don't have to be a Girl Scout to attend their camps. Swimming everyday. We liked the theme weeks that were available for selection. Staff was attentive and facility felt secure. Strict check-in/out procedure for safety. Glad to see a home for the Girl Scout Museum.
Negatives: I would say they still need to work out a few kinks. It is a long drive to South Mountain twice a day. Van service is available for day camp, but not for the overnight/hybrid sessions. It would be appreciated if they were able to figure out the van service regardless of the...
Read moreMy 9-year old daughter is absolutely loving summer camp at Parsons Center! It is her first time attending and it has been a fantastic experience. The facility itself is modern and beautiful, nestled in the South Mountain Preserve but still within reach of conveniences. The summer camp leaders have been positive and empowering with the girls which makes each activity so much fun. My daughter is attending with a wonderful friend this week, but I think she would enjoy it alone too if she had to and make friends with the other girls there. At pick up my daughter is glowing with excitement and ready for the next day which is...
Read moreReally nice place to stay for camp. Electricity, flushing toilets, and regular showers, heating and air conditioning. The layout is perfect and that it’s not too tight but you’re not having to trek long distances to get anywhere. Kitchen is modern. Just the look of it is very attractive. The museum is a blast from the past.
The bunk beds are surprisingly comfortable. So I hope they fix the squeaking bathroom doors because it woke everybody up every time someone went to the bathroom at night. The mess hall is large and consider a...
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