The countdown has begun!
In just 24-hours, over 1,500 Girl Guides from Ireland and around the world will launch into a one-of-a-kind international camp experience: Orbit 2025, taking place from tomorrow (Sunday 3rd) to Saturday 9th August in County Kildare. This year, Orbit 2025 invites every participant to shine because at camp, every girl is a star.
Set within a vibrant galaxy of subcamps, each named after a constellation, the experience encourages girls to explore their potential, celebrate diversity, and build lifelong friendships. Orbit 2025 welcomes participants from countries including Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, India, Malta, New Zealand, Portugal, the United States, and the UK, among others, reflecting the truly global spirit of Guiding.
This powerful metaphor highlights the belief that while one person alone cannot change the world, together we can build a better universe. The constellation-themed camp symbolizes unity, collaboration, and the power of girls working side by side to shape a brighter future.
Entirely volunteer-led, Orbit 2025 is powered by hundreds of passionate Irish Girl Guides Leaders and staff who have created an environment of safety, joy, and empowerment. Everything has been carefully planned with one goal in mind: helping girls grow in confidence, connection, and leadership.
“Some of my best memories from being a Guide were made on an international camp, Camp 101, so being part of the team creating those memories for this generation of Guides has felt really special” says Sophie Cassidy, Orbit 2025 Staff Team and Drogheda Senior Branch member
Orbit 2025 is more than a camp, it’s a galactic adventure for girls aged 10–17, packed with skill-building, celebration, and friendship. The camp features nine themed activity zones designed to spark creativity, leadership, resilience, and global awareness. From building robots and learning first aid, to African drumming, yoga, planetarium visits, and immersive sustainability workshops, each zone offers something unique and unforgettable.
Orbit 2025 will also feature a series of unforgettable camp-wide events all designed to celebrate unity, creativity, and global sisterhood:
- Sunday 3rd August: Opening Ceremony— A high-energy kickoff to welcome 1,500+ participants from around the world.
- Monday 4th August: Guides’ Own— Reflective moments to connect and appreciate the shared experience.
- Tuesday 5th August: Ladybirds & Brownies Fun Day — Introducing the youngest members to the possibilities ahead.
- Wednesday 6th August:International & Irish Night — Celebrate global Guiding traditions and enjoy a swaps session.
- Thursday 7th August:Campfire Night — Sing, laugh, and bond around the campfire.
- Friday 8th August:Closing Ceremony — A heartfelt finale celebrating growth, learning, and friendship.
Participants will have the chance to meet special guest Dr. Niamh Shaw, one of Ireland’s leading science communicators. Known for her mission to inspire young people through space and science, Dr. Shaw will bring her passion for dreaming big and reaching for the stars directly to camp.
Orbit 2025 has been made possible thanks to the incredible dedication of Irish Girl Guides volunteers and the generous support of our partners and sponsors, who believe in giving girls the confidence and tools to thrive. And it has been made possible thanks to the incredible dedication of Irish Girl Guides volunteers and the generous support of our partners and sponsors, including Aer Lingus, RTÉ Toy Show Appeal with Community Foundation Ireland, Department of Education and Youth, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Bank of Ireland, Tangible, Creative Hut, ESB Energy for Generations Fund, Kinia, who share our belief in giving girls the confidence and tools to thrive.
