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End of the Work Week This morning was sunny and breezy to start things off. I found myself chatting with some guys waiting outside the dining hall for an early breakfast. All of us were commenting on how delightful it felt, so much so that a few guys had sweatshirts on as they were easing… Continue reading End of the Work Week

The Journey The best part of my day has always been the morningings here in the mountains. High Rocks is so beautiful in th emroning!  I usually take in a quick cup of coffee with my dog biscuit on the deck. It is SO quiet!  Sometimes it’s a little too bright, but most days therre… Continue reading The Journey

Wiakiki Wednesday Again! It was another great day on the mountain. I enjoyed seeing these new mini-men begin to figure out a few skills and other items in their activities. Most of them jumped on the Waikiki Wednesday theme day. You will see a number of Hawaiian-themed shirts in the images today. We had all… Continue reading Waikiki Wednesday Again!

Tuesday, Joy Abounds! Happy Tuesday! This blog post is going up a bit later than I was hoping because, in the middle of writing, I heard the most joyous shouts, cheers, and noise! Age Group 1 (Connestee, Hillside, and Lakeside) was having the absolute best time in evening program, playing our canoe fill-up game. When… Continue reading Tuesday Joy Abounds

Welcome Mini II Campers! There was plenty going on for a Monday as we got back into the action after a restful day.  We had all sorts of trips heading out today. Hiking, climbing, canoeing, and mountain biking all had trips out the door. The hikers had a three-day heading out up to Shining Rock… Continue reading Welcome Mini II Campers

Rest, Refletion, Redirect Sunday started out with an opportunity to sleep in a bit for tired campers and staff.  We changed things up a bit this morning and did not ring a wakeup bell but rather allowed campers and staff to filter up to the dining hall as they woke up.  We had some classic… Continue reading Rest, Reflection, Re-Direct

Mini I Close and Illahee Dance This morning we had to say goodbye to our Mini I campers.  We did get to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast and sing some of our favorite camp songs before they headed out.  This morning we had a few showers that helped keep things nice and cool.  We had a… Continue reading Mini I Close and Illahee Dance

A Final Campfire Tonight marks the midpoint of camp for many, and the bittersweet final evening for our Mini I guys! The day had a nice and cool start that ended with a very, very light sprinkle to send campers off to the cabins for their nighttime routines.  We had delicious meals today! Breakfast: Eggs, English… Continue reading A Final Campfire

On Target As we near the end of our second week, once again we were treated to a beautiful morning as the bell woke camp up. And wake camp did. From deep slumber to the steady summer hum of (sleepy) camper industry, things began to pick up speed. As always, trips were at breakfast first… Continue reading On Target

What Wednesdays Should Be What a beautiful day!  The outside breeze began blowing in the later morning and the air dried out a bit. The high hit about 82, but the breeze made it feel amazing. The sailors had a blast this afternoon.  It was an amazing day in the mountains. Sunny, breezy, and wonderful… Continue reading What Wednesdays Should Be

Taco Tuesday (YUM!) As the sun sets over the lake, joyful shouts are echoing from all around camp as the campers wrap up their evening program. Since this is my first official summer blog post, let me take a quick second to say hello! This is Darby Dame, and I’m excited to step in as… Continue reading Taco Tuesday

The Challenge IS the FUN! Monday’s come in fast and screaming with fun. After a relaxing Sunday we are ready to GO!  Check out this group of guys from Flattop Cabin enjoying their morning on the High Ropes Course.  Instead of their normal morning activities, this group of guys adventured on our High Challenge Course… Continue reading The Challenge IS the FUN!