How to Create the Perfect Summer Family Camping Event

Gather 'round, fellow adventurers! The sun-kissed days of summer are here, and what better way to embrace the outdoors than with a family camping adventure? Whether you’re a seasoned camper or a newbie to the great outdoors, all are welcome to join our magical July 4th family camping celebration at beautiful Camp Misty Mountain. Picture a special holiday celebration complete with with a special picnic and fireworks celebration at Lake Marvin, along with all the other things you love about camp. Here are 5 Ways to Have the Perfect July 4th Summer Family Camping Event with Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta:

Girl Scout Family Camping will be a Celebration

Picture this: Fireworks illuminating the night sky, laughter echoing through the trees, and marshmallows roasting over the campfire. Camp Misty Mountain invites you and your entire family to celebrate America’s 248th birthday in style!

From July 2 to July 5, join us for Summer Family Camping—an unforgettable holiday extravaganza. We’ve got picnics, fireworks at Lake Marvin, and all the camp magic you can handle.

Choose your Own Camping Style

Glamping or tenting? The choice is yours! Talk with your family to decide which type of camping experience you prefer. This will be a festival-style camping event where you can camp in your own tent, reserve a room in a cabin, or reserve a platform tent for your family. Options include:

Family Cabin Rooms
Platform Tents
Screened-In Cabins
Bring your Own Tent

Fire rings, shelters, water spigots, picnic tables, pit latrines, and showers are also available at camp. Bring your own traditional camping equipment (portable grill/smoker, propane stove) or go old school and build a campfire to make your meals (fire rings are not provided for this; we do have some for rent).

The Adventure is Yours

Do you plan to lounge by the pool or fill your day with activities? At Summer Family Camp at Camp Misty Mountain, you can enjoy traditional summer camp activities such as crafts, STEM water sports, archery, and more! For an extra cost, there’s also horseback riding experiences and the unforgettable adventure of the Challenge Tower.

Enjoy Nature's Beauty

Located in Armuchee, GA, Camp Misty Mountain has been a beloved camping destination for Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta since 1971. It is nestled against the Appalachian Mountains, boasting 800 acres of fields, forests, and its own beautiful Lake Marvin. It’s the perfect place to unplug, embrace nature, and spend quality time with your loved ones.

Be Prepared

As the Girl Scout motto reminds us, "Be prepared." The Girl Scout Handbook, outlined in 1947, "A Girl Scout is ready to help out wherever she is needed. Willingness to serve is not enough; you must know how to do the job well, even in an emergency." The same holds true today and it is a perfect reminder for camping.

Camping is a memorable experience but not being aware of the weather, safety guidelines, and rules concerning the camp property can take away from the fun of your outing. Luckily, we have a host of ways to help make sure you are more than prepared.