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Actress Jami Gertz, a summer camp alumni, once said, “There is something very special about being away from your parents for the first time, sleeping under the stars, hiking and canoeing.” Although on the outset this seems like just another quote about summer camp, the use of the word “special” makes it standout. “Special” is… Read more »
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A Former Camper and Counselor on the Value of Summer Camp
In our guest blog this week, former Camp Weequahic camper and counselor Steve S. reflects on how his camp experiences have added value to his life. I have been a part of the Camp Weequahic family for 13 years, as a camper from 1995 until 2002, and as a counselor from 2003 until 2007. These… Read more »
Learning the Value of Tradition at Camp
The holidays are around the corner. During that time of year, the word “tradition” gets thrown around a lot. But how many people actually understand what tradition is really? Perhaps it’s the emphasis on forward thinking and constantly in-motion global community that has caused many to confuse “tradition” with “routine.” They’ve both become something that… Read more »
One of the Most Memorable Summer Camp Activities
Most traditional summer camps are in the thick of one of the biggest parts of their summer program. In fact, the event itself is nearly as big of a tradition in and of itself as the concept of summer camp. It’s what everyone sees on movies or television shows about sleepaway camp and wants to… Read more »
The Fun Doesn’t Stop after 5PM!
It’s January. The kids just returned to school after their winter break, from which you’re still exhausted. You’re already thinking about summer. Entertaining them for two weeks was hard enough, let alone two months! Maybe it’s time to start thinking about summer camp. Yes, it’s January. Yes, this is the time of the year when… Read more »
We at Summer Camp are Thankful for…
Every year around this time we pause to reflect on those aspects of our lives about which we are most thankful. To celebrate this turkey day, we thought we’d share what makes us most thankful for summer camp: Our camp families: Without our campers, there would be no summer camp. We’re thankful you value your… Read more »
It’s a Camp Thing
If you have children who attend sleepaway camp, work at a sleepaway camp, or know anyone who attends or works at a sleepaway camp, chances are that you’ve heard this at least once in your life: “It’s a camp thing.” For those of you wondering what that means, here’s an exclusive look inside the world… Read more »
Summer Camp: Defining Routine and Ritual
Routines. Everyone has them. For some, they encompass everything that takes place from the time we wake in the morning until we go to bed at night. For others, they come in short bursts throughout the day, such as at mealtimes or bedtime. However, establishing routines as daily parts of our lives is important, especially… Read more »
Another Summer is Coming to a Close…
Here we are in August. The end of camp is near and we can’t believe how fast another summer has flown by. It truly is a privilege for us to be able to host so many campers each summer. We’re sad that the Summer of 2011 is already drawing to a close, but excited to… Read more »
Reflections of a Senior Camper
For parents, deciding when, or even if, to send your children to summer camp–whether it’s for a few weeks or seven–is a big decision. They’re young. You wonder if they’ll remember to brush their teeth or make their beds. You want to know that they’re going to make friends and have fun every moment of… Read more »