Serendipity returns for another unforgettable year! Experience the magic with your family, troop, or parent-daughter pair as we gather for a special weekend of connection, discovery, and outdoor adventure. Enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, including sustainable crafts like making recycled rugs, wood crafting, guided hikes exploring Georgia’s native flora and fauna, and interactive learning experiences in fire safety and outdoor cooking. We can’t wait to have you join us for a weekend of discovery and fun!
This is a relaxed, choose-your-own-adventure weekend. Participate in as many planned activities as you’d like or simply unwind and enjoy time together taking in the beauty of camp. In addition to self-guided options, camp staff- led activities such as archery, arts and crafts, hiking, outdoor cooking, and more.
Four meals are included: Saturday, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Sunday breakfast.
Contact: Mary Dubuisson cmwweekend@gsgatl.org or 770-927-1020
Date: October 9-11, 2026
Accommodations:
Bring Your Own Tent
PRICE: $115/child $75/adult
A relatively flat field in Pine Valley Village has been designated for those who wish to bring their own tent. This area has access to a nearby bathhouse with hot water, showers, flushing toilets, fire circles, and running water. Pine Valley is an incredible area at camp that many do not get to enjoy.
Cabin Camping (Villages)
PRICE: $135/child; $95/adult
Each cabin is equipped with bunk beds featuring twin mattresses, heat and air conditioning, and electricity. Cabins have a capacity of 16 to 20 people and are located near a central bathhouse with hot water, showers, and flushing toilets. Cabin space is limited
Mine and Me/Troop Village
One village is reserved for Mine and Me pairs or troops attending for the weekend. Participants will share a cabin with other Mine and Me pairs or troops.
Family Village
The other village is reserved for families. Each cabin will accommodate up to three families, who will share the cabin space. Males and femailes may share the same cabin room with a family cabin. Bathroom and shower facilities will be separated by gender.
Additional Options:
Horseback Riding is a very popular activity, and to accommodate as many participants as possible, we will have multiple sessions available. All participants must wear long pants and shoes/boots with a 1/2" heel. Helmets are provided and disinfected between each use, and a limited number of boots are available if needed. The price is in addition to the general fee for the event.
Equestrian - Groom-a-Pony (grades K-12th)
PRICE: $20 per child
This program is designed for Girl Scouts and siblings who want to spend some time around our equine friends but may not want to ride them. You will get a lesson on how and why we groom our horses, as well as time to ask horse questions and get answers from one of our Camp Meriwether full-time equine professionals.
**This program is designed explicitly for K-12th grade Girl Scouts and siblings first starting to come to camp and those who may not be used to being around our equine friends, but want to get introduced to our wonderful and gentle camp horses without any of the pressure of having to ride one.
Maximum Participants: 70
Equestrian - Groom-a-Pony with Pony Ride (grades K-3rd)
PRICE: $40 per child
This program is designed for Girl Scouts and siblings who want to spend some time around our equine friends and have a short, unique pony ride. You will get a lesson on how and why we groom our horses, as well as time to ask horse questions and get answers from one of our Camp Meriwether full-time equine professionals. You will spend half the time grooming a horse and the other half riding and being led by an amazing adult!
**Adults accompanying your members must assist by leading the horse for them. Staff will ensure you are comfortable before sending you around the arena.
Maximum Participants: 45
Arena Ride (grades 4th-12th)
PRICE: $40 per person
Junior to Ambassador Girl Scouts and their siblings will learn how to start, steer, and stop their horse. Each group will go over barn rules, get suited up for their ride, and learn how to control their horses in an arena. This activity is one hour. Note: The group will participate in the groundwork before the horseback riding portion of the program.
**This program may occur on Sunday morning.
Maximum Participants: 45
**This is a parent/Girl Scout event. We do not require background checks on all adults attending. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the supervision and care of their Girl Scout and family. Please plan to supervise your child(ren) as you would in any other public situation (such as at an amusement park or public campground).
More details about the event for arrival preparation: Serendipity Weekend Confirmation 2026
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