At camp, we choose fresh air over endless scrolling. Kids screen time can wait.
Thanksgiving reminds us to slow down.
Most teens now have a smartphone, and kids screen time has become a defining part of daily life.
Daily screen time for teens rose sharply during the pandemic and has stayed high.
This rise in kids screen time matters.
It is linked to poorer sleep, shorter attention spans, and more social comparison.
Camp offers something different.
Not a punishment for tech use.
A pause. A reset.
At camp, kids rediscover what it feels like to be fully present.
They talk without checking a phone.
They move without carrying a device.
They rest without a glowing screen nearby.
Evidence shows that time outdoors improves focus, reduces stress, and supports better emotional regulation.
Gratitude grows naturally at High Rocks.
It shows up in small acts.
A friend who carries your paddle.
A counselor who knows your silly joke.
A seat saved for a new friend.
Being unplugged leaves space for these small acts to grow.
By choosing camp and the outdoors, you give a gift that lasts.
A chance to take a deep breath. To slow down.
A community who truly sees them.
A summer to grow and be proud of.
Camp creates a much-needed space away from technology.
We are grateful to share with you.
On this Friday, we encourage you to put down your phone for a few minutes and step outside.
Want to get an inside view of what a day at camp away from screens looks like? Watch our letter from home video.
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