On May 11, 1926 Camp Edith
Macy opened the International Conference with Juliette Low, Sir
Baden-Powell and Lady Baden-Powell and delegates from at least 32
different countries in attendance.
At a ceremonial fire
dedicated to the memory of Edith Macy, the National Director of Girl
Scouting, Jane Rippen is quoted as saying : Once again Mrs. Low has
pointed the way to us, her desire has become our desire; the hope of
this world camp, held in our country, would mean one more real step
toward the goal that was and is in our hearts - World Peace.
The site has been known by
4 names; Camp Edith Macy (C.E.M.) - University In The Woods, Edith
Macy Training School, Edith Macy Girl Scout National Center and in
1982, Edith Macy Conference Center.
Participants at Edith Macy receive the "Lamp of Knowledge" pin. Early
pins had C.E.M., later pins spelled out MACY. Visitors may purchase the
visitor's pin.
To attend at training at Macy, contact your council office for
information and a calendar of classes. Many councils assist adult Girl
Scouts in the cost of transportation, trainings and lodging at the
conference center through training grants.
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