Monthly Archives: January 2011

What would you say to someone considering going to TL?

The following are all quotes from the 2010 Camper Survey: “That it’s really great to have a break in life and to learn what people used to do to survive back then. I’d say it’s really amazing.” “The activities were … Continue reading

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What would you say to someone considering going to TL?

The following are all quotes from the 2010 Camper Survey: “That it’s really great to have a break in life and to learn what people used to do to survive back then. I’d say it’s really amazing.” “The activities were … Continue reading

Posted in Timberlake

Camper Feedback

CAMPER SURVEY RESULTS: What skills did you learn this summer? “I learned all of the names of the tools in work projects, how to tie multiple knots in outdoor living skills, learn to tend to animals in farms and gardens, … Continue reading

Posted in Timberlake

Thoughts for a New Year

What I love about the New Year is a sense of optimism, combined with a healthy and humbling dose of realism. This is a pretty nice mix for any day of the year, including those at camp. One of the … Continue reading

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Enrollment starting, Hiring has begun

We have many new campers, and many returning faces. Keep an eye on this space for some names. The first official hire for 2011 has happened, and plenty more returning staff interviews coming up. Thought for the day: Want to … Continue reading

Posted in Timberlake

Essay from a former IBer

The following essay was written by a former IB camper, Emma Thacker.  I hope you enjoy it as much as I did: I wrote my college essay about Farm and Wilderness. I think it represents my love for the organization … Continue reading

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