Edith Kempthorne and the Camp Fire Girls


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This book is a biography of Edith M. Kempthorne who was the Camp Fire Girls' first field secretary. A pianist from New Zealand who started the first Camp Fire group in Alaska in 1913, she worked for the Camp Fire girls from 1915 until she retired in 1949. She traveled widely in the United States helping to organize Camp Fire councils and directing training for Camp Fire guardians.




The Camp Fire Girls


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As the twentieth century dawned, progressive educators established a national organization for adolescent girls to combat what they believed to be a crisis of girls’ education. A corollary to the Boy Scouts of America, founded just a few years earlier, the Camp Fire Girls became America’s first and, for two decades, most popular girls’ organization. Based on Protestant middle-class ideals—a regulatory model that reinforced hygiene, habit formation, hard work, and the idea that women related to the nation through service—the Camp Fire Girls invented new concepts of American girlhood by inviting disabled girls, Black girls, immigrants, and Native Americans to join. Though this often meant a false sense of cultural universality, in the girls’ own hands membership was often profoundly empowering and provided marginalized girls spaces to explore the meaning of their own cultures in relation to changes taking place in twentieth-century America. Through the lens of the Camp Fire Girls, Jennifer Helgren traces the changing meanings of girls’ citizenship in the cultural context of the twentieth century. Drawing on girls’ scrapbooks, photographs, letters, and oral history interviews, in addition to adult voices in organization publications and speeches, The Camp Fire Girls explores critical intersections of gender, race, class, nation, and disability.




Edith Kempthorne and the Camp Fire Girls


Book Description

This book is a biography of Edith M. Kempthorne who was the Camp Fire Girls' first field secretary. A pianist from New Zealand who started the first Camp Fire group in Alaska in 1913, she worked for the Camp Fire girls from 1915 until she retired in 1949. She traveled widely in the United States helping to organize Camp Fire councils and directing training for Camp Fire guardians.




The Camp Fire Girl


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The Camp Fire Girls at Sunrise Hill


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"The Camp Fire Girls at Sunrise Hill" by Margaret Vandercook is a heartwarming tale that follows the adventures of the Camp Fire Girls as they embark on a new and exciting journey at Sunrise Hill. In this enchanting story, the Camp Fire Girls are presented with the opportunity to spend time at Sunrise Hill, a beautiful and serene location where they can immerse themselves in nature and strengthen their bonds of friendship. The girls eagerly embrace the chance to explore the great outdoors and discover the wonders of the natural world. As they settle into their new environment, the Camp Fire Girls engage in a wide range of activities that promote personal growth, teamwork, and a deep appreciation for nature. They learn valuable skills such as camping, hiking, and outdoor cooking, all while forging lasting connections with one another. Throughout their time at Sunrise Hill, the girls are guided by their dedicated leaders who encourage them to embrace the principles of the Camp Fire organization, including community service, leadership, and the importance of respecting and preserving the environment. As the girls embark on their outdoor adventures, they encounter challenges that test their resilience and problem-solving abilities. They also have the opportunity to make new friends and positively impact the local community through their service projects and acts of kindness. "The Camp Fire Girls at Sunrise Hill" celebrates the spirit of adventure and the beauty of nature. It emphasizes the significance of friendship, personal growth, and the values instilled by the Camp Fire organization. Readers are inspired to connect with the natural world, support one another, and make a positive difference in their communities.







How Ethel Hollister Became a Campfire Girl


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Irene Elliott Benson's "How Ethel Hollister Became a Campfire Girl" follows the journey of Ethel Hollister as she discovers a path of growth, friendship, and adventure through the Camp Fire Girls organization. The narrative revolves around Ethel's transformation as she navigates challenges, builds connections, and finds her place within a community of like-minded individuals. Set against the backdrop of the Camp Fire Girls, the story explores themes of personal development, camaraderie, and the empowerment of young women. Ethel's experiences as a Camp Fire Girl guide her toward greater self-confidence and a sense of purpose, reflecting the organization's emphasis on character-building and service. The novel delves into themes of leadership, teamwork, and the importance of shared values. As Ethel engages in activities, forms bonds, and contributes to her community, she embodies the ideals of the Camp Fire Girls and learns valuable lessons about empathy, responsibility, and personal growth. "How Ethel Hollister Became a Campfire Girl" celebrates the journey of self-discovery and the positive impact of youth organizations. Irene Elliott Benson's storytelling captures the spirit of camaraderie and the potential for personal transformation that can be unlocked through participation in organizations like the Camp Fire Girls.