Author Archives: tl director
THIS is Timberlake
A brief reminder about what makes us special as a camp. We are a camp about getting back to the land, learning to live off the land. GROW our own food, RAISE our own animals, BUILD our homes, swim miles … Continue reading
The Timberlake Facebook Page
I wanted to let everyone know that as well as the Farm and Wilderness Facebook page Timberlake also has it’s own Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Timberlake-Summer-Camp/154303474619212 There are some new photos from this summer and current alumni news, so come check … Continue reading
In the face of adversity…
Vermont residents are resilient. As you may know, hurricane Irene caused major flooding damage in Vermont, with water levels well exceeding hundred year flood marks. Farm and Wilderness camps are located in one of the most affected areas and yet … Continue reading
Bring TL Home!
The most pertinent question I have right now for parents is: What can you do to bring camp home? We all want to support our kids to maintain positive experiences and practices from the summer. Here is my “Top Ten” … Continue reading
Information for Sunday Pick up
We have two days left and camp feels great! This morning campers spoke of leaving, of how TL represented a place where they can recharge their best selves. One camper said – even though everyone was talking of leaving – … Continue reading
The Upcoming Week… and a note about care packages.
Tonight is Spy Night! This is a truly epic game that the whole camp plays. Camper spies work with staff to develop ingenious ways to sneak into the Upper Lodge at night with hidden messages. Once the game ends, we … Continue reading
Update of the past week
Even thought I have to stay behind when trips go out, I got to sit and watch skits from all the groups on Saturday night. The trail clearing group talked of what a good trip it was as well as … Continue reading
Trips go out, group dynamics change
Welcome to the shrinking and growing camp – as trips come and go. Much time and energy has gone into preparing for all these experiences from checking the protein content on each meal to reviewing the trip itinerary. I look … Continue reading
Morning Musings
“Change is like a locomotive with unlimited fuel, and unlimited distance to travel. But we are the conductors of that locomotive. We decide what direction it moves in” G.P. – Full Season Senior Lodge Camper I have no doubt I … Continue reading
The rest of camp in a nutshell
Today marks the fifth day of camp for this session. Campers in First and Big Lodge have gone through all the major areas – Barns and Gardens, Swim Lessons, Outdoor Living Skills, and Work Projects. Senior Lodge has completed a … Continue reading