Creative Learning, Collaborative Play and Elaborate Confectionery
July 07, 2015
I have to hand it to our Rookie Division Leader. He managed to find and fun and creative way to foster collaboration skills. For Division Night, the ...
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Slowing Down for Vespers
July 06, 2015
Camp is loud and exciting. Camp can seem like controlled chaos, but a fun controlled chaos. But each week, we like to take time to slow down and re...
Celebrating the 4th of July, Texas Summer Camp Style
July 04, 2015
We make the Fourth of July a truly special event at camp. Before I go any further, I want to stress that we are so excited about the international f...
Unsure of My Age
July 03, 2015
Commercials often talk about “how old you feel”.I find this concept confusing. I have no idea how old or young I feel. Being at a resident camp, spen...
Priming: Starting and Ending the Day Right at Sleepaway Camp
July 02, 2015
We believe in starting and ending everyday with great intentionality and fun. The day begins with flag-raising. Many camps have some form of morni...
Camp Dance 101: Free Play and Silliness
July 01, 2015
Dance night at camp is a big deal. Before I write anything more, let me describe a typical dance. Remember those awkward junior high dances where b...