The camp is self is feeling rather beautiful after getting a lot of attention from families at Spring Planting. Specifically, the upper lodge has had some shrubbery cut back and flowerbeds weeded.
The staff are finishing up their studies and other jobs and also doing some online training to switch into the mind set of camp, and probably wondering how many pairs of shorts to bring to camp, just like the parents. The difference is that they arrive on June 10th for almost three weeks of training and team building. You can imagine how ready we are for the rest of you to arrive by June 29th!
My best guess for returning campers is… counting the days!
For new campers, savoring the thought of being outside almost all the day with other campers and dozens of staff that want to help you fit in and do great things.
Personally, I can’t wait for that moment when campers get together during the first 24hrs and start forming friendships straight out of the gate. During Spring Planting work weekend I witnessed lots of friendships form and it was really special. Want a useful tip? Do stuff together. It doesn’t really matter what – staff are there to let you know about boundaries, so when someone on the first day says “Do you want to ….?” just say “Yes!” and start doing it. The snowball starts to roll downhill and before you know it you’ll be having a blast.