Dear Asto Wamahites,The Camp Reunion was a great success. The crowd was a bit smaller than usual, but there was no lack of enthusiasm and excitement. We were all amazed by the magic of Jonathan Jacques. He is terrific. As always, it was wonderful to reconnect with so many people from the summer and in a variety of ways reminisce about our time at Asto Wamah. Thanks to all who were able to attend. All is peaceful on Columbia Lake at this time. Because there has been no snow yet, we have not had to abandon outside jobs so progress is still being made with our latest projects. Additionally there is always wood to be cut and brush to be cleared. The Nature Trail was hit hard by Alfred at the end of October. Work to move fallen trees and open the path will go on for a very long time. I have included some pictures to give you an idea of the mayhem. The new bathroom is looking great and I hope to have some pictures in the February blog. I know we will all be proud of our commitment to supporting the environment by reducing our use of natural resources in this facility. The holiday season is now behind us and life is returning to its usual routines. I hope you all had a relaxing and enjoyable break from school and are ready to tackle the second half of the academic year. The 2012 brochure is presently at the printers. It will be mailed on Feb. 1st and should be at your house on Feb. 2nd or 3rd. We are hoping that a session (or 2) at Asto Wamah will fits into your summer schedule. Please send me the names and addresses of any friends or relatives who may enjoy a one or two-week stay at camp this summer. Don’t hesitate to email me through the web site if you have questions. Wishing you a happy, safe and healthy New Year, Nancy
December Camp News
Welcome to the December CAW Blog, Now that December has arrived you can expect to soon receive your invitation to the Camp Reunion. As always, it will be held on the day after Christmas (Dec. 26th) at Center Church House (60 Gold St, Hartford) from 2 to 4. Adults from camp will be out on the sidewalk from 1:45 to 2:15 and from 4:00 until 4:15 to facilitate your getting into the building and then back into the right car.
This year, for our entertainment, we will have a fantastic magician, Jonathan Jacques, who will astound us with his amazing feats of magic. There will also be games and dessert and most importantly a chance to reconnect with camp friends. Hope you can come and be a part of the gathering. Check out the link on the website to RSVP. Please remember to send me the names and addresses of friends/relatives who may be interested in attending Asto Wamah in 2012 so they can be on the mailing list to receive the 2012 brochure in February.
Thought you might be interested in seeing the status of the lake in winter so I have included a few photos. It is drained down 8 feet in the fall so that docks (like ours) don’t get destroyed by the ice as it moves and shifts. It has also been proven to be an effective way to make sure that Columbia Lake maintains its clean and clear qualities. We are definitely in favor of that!
At the end of November, the 2 composters were delivered for our new bathroom. There are so many people who are helping to make this “green” bathroom a reality. I am most grateful for Maggie and Jack Whitney’s dad who has been of immense help throughout this project. I trust there will be a lot more to report at the beginning of January. Progress is pretty much up to Mother Nature at this point.
December is always a busy month, with so much to do. I hope this month will be filled with all good things for you and your family. What a perfect time of year to Remember the Other Fellow.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year and a Holiday Season of Peace and Good Cheer,
Nancy
November Camp News
Dear Asto Wamah Friends, Well, I have clearly missed the first of the month deadline for this blog. It seems as though this entire first week of November was lost to the winter snowstorm that has wreaked havoc on the entire region. We were only without power for 3 days, but somehow that disruption of routine derailed my motivation and focus. At this writing 200,000 are still without power. I know West Hartford, our largest camp town, was severely impacted and I am hopeful that all of you are by now back on the electrical grid and returning to a normal life. This past week has clearly demonstrated how much we depend on electricity and how critical it is to communication.
Amazingly enough, camp never lost power. There was a great loss of tree branches, but the lights stayed on. Clean up there has been an entire week’s work so far and is still not done. It seems that we hardly finished with the Irene damage, and now this. Thank goodness for the good weather to follow the bad.
Despite all of this, we have been able to continue with some big projects that are underway at camp. The new bathroom is now ready for the delivery of the composters that will be lowered into the basement. Within a few weeks the building will be constructed and the task of installation will be ready to begin. I am very excited about this new “green” facility. It is a step toward conserving precious natural resources.
The other camp improvement is a new roof on the Lodge. The old membrane roof had functioned way past its guaranteed life. There were many signs that indicated that it was failing fast. Bob Dunn, the father of Hillary, Laura and Christine, is undertaking this big job. Within a week we will have in place a roof that will be dependable and a major improvement.
The water has been drained and the lake is rapidly receding. The nights are cold and the trees are mostly bare. But there is still lots going on at Asto Wamah. Our 2012 schedule has now been determined and you should have received a postcard a few weeks ago outlining the new dates and fees. We look forward to your return to Asto Wamah in the summer of 2012.
Check for an updated blog in early December.
Until then, be safe and take care,
Nancy
Asto Wamah News
Dear Campers, Staff and Other Asto Wamah Fans, It is hard to believe that October is here. I don’t understand how the 8 weeks since the end of camp could have passed so quickly.
By now I imagine that most of you are well engaged in the routines of school. I hope the transition from the carefree days of summer back to the rigors of school has gone smoothly and you are finding ways to display your best Asto Wamah behaviors and attitude in that setting.
You may be surprised to know that a lot has been going on at camp since the middle of August and the end of the camping season. Family Camp ended just as Irene hit. In addition to having no electricity for most to the week following the storm, there were a number of very large trees that became victims of the storm. Luckily, no building was damaged, however the road was impassable for a number of days. Since Irene, there has been an abundance of rain. I guess it is the rain that we seemed to avoid all summer during camp.
During the past month we have begun to make visible progress with the construction of our new bathroom facility. Having more toilet capacity has been a goal for decades. Some of you are aware that the new building will be located between the old bathroom and the Activity Room. It will house 6 toilets, 2 urinals and 4 sinks which will be a welcome addition to what we already have. The most exciting thing about this bathroom is that it will be green. That means each flush will take a fraction of the water used in a conventional toilet or urinal. This green technology’s impact on the environment will in everyway be friendly. The foundation is close to being poured. I will give you an update on the progress in November. Stay tuned.
Decisions are being made about the camp schedule for the summer of 2012. A postcard will soon be mailing outlining the dates. Hope that will help assure that a session at Asto Wamah is in your schedule for next summer.
Don’t forget to Remember the Other Fellow,
Nancy
The Last Day of Camp Asto Wamah 2011
Today campers awoke excited not because it was the last day of camp but because today is the last day to show their stuff in swim class, swim in Columbia Lake, dive off the tower, hang with their new friends, finish their art's and crafts projects, plus tonight is campfire. Campfire is always the last Friday night of camp. Campers receive their track and field day ribbons, swimming and boating awards (if they passed), and we sing lots of songs and eat s’mores of course! Counselors will also be preparing a skit for the camp that should be pretty funny! Today's meals are camp favorites: waffles with peanut butter (after you put peanut butter and maple syrup on your waffles you'll never go back - just a heads up parents :D so you won’t be surprised when they ask for it with their waffles ), Sheppard’s Pie ( mashed potatoes, corn, and ground beef layered together), and tonight is Hamburgers! Today’s schedule is a little different because not only is it the last day of the session but it is also the last day of the Camp Asto Wamah 2011 Season. The last day of the season means that we take out all the boats, put away all the waterfront equipment, wash everything, and take down most of camp for the winter. While counselors are doing most of this while the day goes on, some older campers are helping out as well. It was a busy morning for sure! Sports class divided into two groups: one collected kindling for tonight's campfire while the other did Zoomba around the flagpole ( a great start to the day in my opinion) All boaters took out a rowboat while the sailboats and canoes where lifted out of the water and had rowboat races. Swimmers either tested or did fun things like jump off the tower. While some staff finishes up the work around camp, the campers are playing two games that should last until suppertime. The first game they are playing is a Camper/Counselor Hunt (basically a hide and go seek game). The campers hide around camp first while the counselors try to find them. The campers are worth one point to a counselor who finds them but the counselor has to say the campers name to get the point. Next the campers are the seekers and try to find counselors and the same rules apply but counselors are worth more points :D After that game the campers will divide up into their cabin groups and play a Reverse Scavenger Hunt. Campers go back to their cabins and choose 10 things they think they will be able to use to act out several scenarios. The boys session played this and some funny skits were thought up ( Justin Bieber ) :D Common objects include: broom, blanket, flashlight, hats, and water bottles. I can’t wait to see what this group of girls will come up with !!
Finally, I’ll let you in on a little secret: tonight after the campfire and reading is done in each cabin and campers are beginning to fall asleep, the counselors are going to come around in a group and carol outside the cabin. This used to be a last night of camp tradition but over the years it hasn’t been done. Counselors are really excited to surprise them with songs like Angels, Ashgrove, Barges, Kumbya, and a few other sweet nighttime songs. These have been a great bunch of campers that the Asto Wamah staff will really miss. I hope you all enjoy the end of your summers. Pick up tomorrow is 8:30am to 10am. Have a great night and we will too!
- The Birch Blogger
Rainy Field Day
For two-week sessions at camp, the second Sunday is always Field Day. The morning was a wash-out, so field events such as the long jump and 50 yard dash were postponed until the next day. Campers were still able to score points for their green or white team, though, while staying dry inside the lodge and activity room. The teams split up and went around to different Round Robin activities, trying to meet the objective of each one in the shortest time possible. At Basket Ball, they lined up at one side of the room and threw balls into baskets until the last ball made it in. At the Obstacle Course, the team had to hula-hoop 5 rotations, don a life jacket, balance a ping pong ball in a spoon while walking around a chair, then take off the life jacket and slap the hand of the next person. And at Number Line, the whole team climbed up on a long bench. Each person was given a number on their forehead, which everyone could see except themselves, and they had to rearrange themselves on the bench without talking. These activities required each team to work together, encourage teammates and listen to one another. In the afternoon we were able to hold the Indian War Relay Race, in which the entire Green Team is pitted against the White Team in an epic camp-wide race starting at the entrance of the Camp Road, stretching across Colombia lake with swimmers, boaters, and canoers, and ending with swimming the entire length from Pollywog to Main Dock. The Green Team canoers established a clear lead, which was maintained until they won the race. However, the White Team swimmer Madison still put up a good fight with her finishing leg, and even swam butterfly for almost the whole length. The points from the Round Robin, the Indian War Relay, and all of the jumping, running, and swimming events will be totaled up and the winning team will be announced at Campfire on Friday evening. Tonight instead of Evening Program, we will hold the Talent Show. I'm excited to see the skits, songs and dances that campers have been working on.
-the Birch Blogger
One Week Left
The first week of this girls session has been packed with fun. By now, most of the girls know everyone in their area (Hilltop, Lakeside or Seniors), and have established friendships. This morning we switched bunks so that campers who wanted to be on the top bunk would have a chance to try it out. So now the cabins are rearranged, and campers are getting used to their new bunkmates. Counselors had the final say in who goes where, sometimes to the disappointment of campers, because chatty bunkmates who couldn't resist the temptation to talk during rest hour or after bedtime were deliberately separated. But the switch also means that campers will hopefully make new friends during this last week. A few highlights from the past week:
Yesterday instead of Activity Period, we had a visitor who brought snakes, iguanas, and other reptiles. She explained about each one and even let some people touch them!
On Thursday night we changed our bedtime routine. After brushing teeth and changing into pajamas, everyone headed to the A-field with their flashlight and a towel. Grouped by cabin, we spread out the towels, laid down, turned off our flashlights, and looked up at the sky. At first it was too light to see anything except for a few bats flying by, and bright-shining Venus. Then, one by one the stars appeared. There were a few clouds, so the sky didn't fill with as many stars as we'd hoped. But some lucky campers got to see a shooting star. I wonder if any wishes will come true.
We've played a number of great games for Evening Program, including King Dodge Ball, Capture the Flag, Spies and Smugglers, Pirate Gang, and Murder By Night, in which campers group up and have to talk to counselors and get clues to figure out which counselor was responsible for the murder of Kevin, and what was the murder weapon.
Today an announcement was made about Talent Night, which will be held on Tuesday. Some of the girls have already started planning skits and dances. With such an energetic and creative group of girls this session, we're all eager to see what talent emerges.
-the Birch Blogger
Off to a Good Start
Every afternoon after 4th period classes, counselors offer a variety of activities that campers can join in on. Today campers had the opportunity to participate in water zumba: a watery twist on the new dance workout; jumping off the 12 ft. tower for swimmers in level 4 and above, Nuke 'Em (a cross between dodge ball and volleyball); sailing slowly on the sunfish sailboats; Apples to Apples (a silly word game). The great thing about Activity Period is that this is one of the few times of the day when campers of all ages and cabins can participate in the games, so campers often make new friends. Yesterday afternoon Nancy met with the 14 year old campers, who are in their last year of camp and are eligible for the Leaders in Training program next year. The requirements for this program are enthusiasm for camp, participation in activities, genial character, and helping younger campers. We've seen several of these young women step up to the plate today and engage with younger campers throughout the day. Looks like we'll have lots of good candidates for next year's LT program.
It's almost supper time, and we'll be singing Happy Birthday to Libby in Cabin 7 during our chicken fajita meal, followed by one of the more popular games, Cops and Robbers.
-the Birch Blogger
Last Girls Session Begins
Cars and minivans lined the camp road yesterday, as parents and relatives drove to the parking lot to unload the sleeping bags, duffel bags and trunks. One by one the cabins filled up with new and returning girls. The first day is always tough for the campers because they have to listen to so many important announcements about how things are done at camp. But by now, they've been here for over 24 hours, so they've already played an Evening Program (camp-wide game after supper), ate supper, breakfast, and lunch, had rest hour, and went to their four classes: Swimming, Smallcraft (rowboat, canoe or sailboat), Sports (including Tennis and Archery) and Arts & Crafts. Last night was tough for many of the campers, especially first-time campers, because they're not used to being a cabin with the noise of the crickets and wind blowing though the leaves, let alone the noise of the other nine girls sleeping or getting up to use the bathroom. But we didn't see any grumpy faces this morning. In fact, everyone has been in a great mood: excited to be here and eager to try out all the activities. Looks like we've got a great session ahead of us, and great weather to match it. Except for those rumbles of thunder I just heard... Let's hope they just pass by without developing into a storm! Until soon,
-the Birch Blogger
Saying goodbyes!
Goodbyes started last night at camp's banquet night, a tradition held for decades. Honored guests included Reverend Paolo from Center Church, Deborah Tuthill from Center Church's board of outreach, Sue Hayes from the camp Board of Directors. Campers enjoyed a turkey dinner with stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy followed by songs, year awards, and the candlelight service. Unfortunately, we were unable to put our candles in the water but the circle of light and the readings of the Old Testament made the evening memorable. Campers walked back to their cabins in silent reflection, not speaking until the following morning. Today, the last day of camp, campers had their last opportunity to display their skills to their instructors. Tonight, at campfire the campers will receive an award for passing into the higher level or for winning an event at track meet. Winners of the cleanest cabin will also be recognized this evening. While we sing songs and watch a counselor skit, s'mores will be passed around the fire. Should be a great last night! Tomorrow parents should arrive between 9-10:30 a.m. to pick up campers! As sad as they are to say goodbye, everyone will have a big smile and hug for the family they've missed for 2 weeks!
See you bright and early!
-The Birch Blogger
Thunderstorm at Camp
We had a beautiful day to start out, and held classes as normal. With only three more days of classes left, the girls are eager to know whether or not they'll pass their swimming and boating level this year. In Arts & Crafts, many campers have finished making a basket with Carol, and are learning new ways to make bracelets from embroidery floss. During Activity Period, the dark clouds rolled in. Kyle blew four whistles, indicating that all boats need to come in. Counselors started closing up the cabin windows as the campers took in all dry items off the clothes lines. Strong winds whipped up and Nancy rang the fire bell to get all staff and campers to the lodge. Five minutes later the skies opened up and it started raining buckets, and the lightening and thunder started. All the campers were in the upper lodge, and counselors organized them into some games. Cookies set the tables, and by the time we ate dinner the rain stopped and a rainbow appeared on the lake. The LTs have a Carnival planned for Evening Program. I just heard the bell, so I'm off to see what they have in store!
-the Birch Blogger
Brrr!
It's hard to believe it was over 100 degrees just two days ago. Everyone went into the water for swimming class, but not many of the girls were happy about it. A few of them got blue lips and body-shaking shivers! So we gave them a few minutes between classes to change into their dry clothes. And instead of having a general swim, we had a visitor, CrAzY Craig! His silly sense of humor paired with some impressive tricks made for an entertaining afternoon.It started to rain right before dinner, so we held evening program inside. LTs led groups of campers from station to station, where they had to complete "Minute to Win It" games, such as Caddy Stack: stacking three golf balls (one counselor was able to do this, but no campers), or Noodling: hold a piece of raw spaghetti in their mouth and use it to scoop up a piece of raw ziti. It was a challenging and fun game, but the girls were riled up at bedtime because they didn't burn off their energy running around as they usually do at Evening Program. Counselors are still reading bedtime stories to the cabins to get them settled. It's a good start to our last week of the session.
-the Birch Blogger
Green and White Teams
Classes were not held today, because the Sunday of every two-week session here at camp is Field Day. The camp was divided into the Green Team and the White Team (Asto Wamah's colors) and campers spent the morning competing against others in their age group (Hilltop, Lakeside, and Seniors) in different running, jumping and throwing events. We were fortunate with the cloudy weather, although the clouds did turn to light rain just as we wrapped up the 50 yard dash. Campers who placed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd will be recognized at Campfire on Friday. The clouds cleared, and we were graced with sunshine in time for the Indian War Relay Race. Every camper participates in this camp-wide event, passing the green or the white baton along 3 miles of road, paths, and lakewater. It started at the camp entrance on Route 87, and runners brought the batons along the camp road and passed them off to swimmers at Main Dock. At this point the teams were neck to neck, but after passing it to the row boats and canoes, the Green Team pulled ahead. Runners at Hungerford Dock kept a good pace and brought it back to the waterfront, where two strong swimmers took it all the way from Pollywog Dock to the finish line at Main Dock, bringing a victory for the Green Team. After dinner, campers got a sugar boost from their cake with green or white frosting, and burned off more energy at Evening Program in the cooperative games: Dizzy Izzy, Leg Ball Pass, and Obstacle Course.
Throats are sore from cheering on teammates, but everyone will sleep well tonight after such a tiring day!
Phew!
-the Birch Blogger
1 week down, 1 week to go!
Campers can hardly believe that the session is halfway over! Today campers woke up to cloudy skies but by noon the sun started to break through and temperatures rose. Today the LT's had their day off and Kitchen staff had their night out so we had an "eat out" for supper. Campers in Cabins 7 and 8 filled in for our missing staff and served hotdogs, chips, pickles, carrots, and cookies outside the lodge. Campers sat on benches, picnic tables, the gazebo, and the council ring to eat with anyone they wanted to. Tonight the campers are going to play a short game on the field followed by a general swim and bed. Campers are going to need a good nights rest because tomorrow is Track Meet! The campers don't have an ordinary class schedule tomorrow, instead they go to the A- field to participate in the running long jump, standing long jump, softball throw, and 50 yard dash in the morning followed by more events in the afternoon! Should be a beautiful and cooler day!
- The Birch Blogger
The BEST place to be when It's 103!
Today's heat did not stop Asto Wamah campers and staff. Campers and counselors spent 98% of their day in the water (meals were indoors) and were constantly supplied with water and reminders to drink and apply sunscreen. So besides some sweat we were all pretty comfortable in the cool Columbia Lake. Sports class was in the water playing games, swim lessons were the same, in boating the campers practiced capsizing which is always fun on a hot day, and arts and crafts was in the lower lodge as usual where temperatures are 20 deg. cooler. The activities offered during activity period consisted of aquarium games, snorkeling, jumping off the tower, and paddle boarding. LT’s were also in the water all afternoon practicing and learning new lifeguard techniques. Tonight's game is called Murder by Night. The campers are told that there has been a murder at Asto Wamah (a counselor who is on a day off :D) and they have to try to figure out which counselor did it and what the murder weapon was. Andrea of Cabin 7 has been murdered with an arrow (She is the archery instructor) and her co- counselor Kelley did it. Shhh.... Each counselor makes up an alibi that includes another counselor and the campers go to each counselor and try to figure out whose story doesn’t match up. This is going to be quick tonight because we’re going to have a general swim for a long period this evening, as it is still 93 degrees out here! Stay cool!
- The Birch Blogger
Keepin' it Cool! :D
Birch Blogger here, just emerged from the water! Tonight's evening program was a splash, literally! Campers were placed in their swimming level location ( Deep Water, Intermediate, and Aquarium) and played several games in the water. It was so hot humid all day so campers really appreciated this chance to cool down. Every sailor was happy to see the wind out today but it didn't make the boaters too happy. Row boats were pushed around and canoes slid sideways despite the best efforts of their paddlers. The highlight of the day for staff and campers alike was the 5 cheese Lasagna! YUM :) What an amazing chef we have here at Wamah! Thank You SUE! Wonder what is in store for tomorrow! And parents don't worry: counselors are reminding campers to wear sun screen ! - The Birch Blogger
Supper over the Raft
Wednesday night suppers at Asto Wamah are done a little differently than the other nights. Usually the cookie bell rings at 5:45, notifying the cookies (two campers selected daily from each cabin) that it's time for them to come to the upper lodge and set their cabin's table for supper. Today, all campers came to the upper lodge at 5:45, not to set tables but to make their sandwiches. Each cabin had a picnic basket with bananas, chocolate chip cookies, cold cut and PB&J sandwiches, and "bug juice" (a.k.a. lemonade). Each cabin chooses a different place around the lakefront to eat their supper: the pavilion, the counselor ring, main dock, the picnic table by the D.C. (Director's Cabin), and even the two floating rafts, which require campers and counselors to ferry across the water in row boats. We've been fortunate to have good weather so far this session, so our eat-0ut could happen outdoors. It's always a disappointment when rain keeps us indoors on Wednesday evenings. Rain doesn't seem to be a threat this session, but we are preparing for some hot weather over the next few days. Fortunately, there are up to four opportunities for campers to cool off in the lake: swim class, general swim, cool off dip after activity period, and quick dip after evening program. With all that time in the water, it's surprising campers don't develop gills and turn into fish! Until tomorrow.
-the Birch Blogger
Asto Wamah receives its ACA accredidation
Three visitors came today from the American Camping Association. After a full day of talking with staff and campers, attending classes, reviewing policies, and eating lunch with campers in the lodge, we're happy to report that Asto Wamah passed the ACA accreditation with flying colors. They were particularly impressed with the positive atmosphere: everywhere they looked kids were having fun. Mealtimes were orderly and everyone sang songs together. Campers readily offered help when they saw someone who needed it. "How did you train the kids to be so polite?" one of them asked. We're only two days into the session, and campers have already adopted the camp motto "Remember the Other Fellow." It's this sense of comraderie that makes camp a special place, and we're happy to hear that our visitors agreed. - the Birch Blogger
July 18
First nights at camp are always full of excitement, and many campers have trouble falling asleep in their new forest-surroundings. Despite these first-night jitters, campers are already settling into the busy schedule and the Asto Wamah Way. It was a hot and humid day, so everyone was excited to cool off in swimming classes and general swim. Beginning boaters and canoe-ers had their first launch out on the lake, while sailors learned how to properly rig and derig a sunfish sailboat. At sports class, some went off to archery or to play tennis, and others stayed to play Nuke-'um on the field. Campers chose an arts & crafts activity: weaving a basket with Carol, sewing a pillow, decorating flip-flops, weaving gimp, or making friendship bracelets. LTs (Leaders in Training) are also settling into their new role, and are actively helping to teach classes and lead camp songs. At dinner, campers were re-fueled with the hearty cheeseburgers and Colombia farm-fresh lettuce from farmer Chris across the lake. The light rain this afternoon did not slow us down, so we will be playing Capture the Flag for Evening Program. Hope my team wins! -the Birch Blogger
The Girls of Asto Wamah Arrive! July 17th
Today the girls of Asto-Wamah moved in! Campers hugged goodbye to loved ones and got ready for tours of camp, cabin “ice breaker” games, and general swim! Before the swim the whole camp of girls met Nancy, our camp director, and the entire staff. They learned about how we use the buddy system for general swim and all the waterfront rules. New campers were tested to see what level they would be in for the swim. We have three main areas on the waterfront, Aquarium (swim levels 1,2,3) is a very shallow and sandy area where all swimmers can touch, Intermediate (swim level 4) is shallow in parts but about 6 feet in others, and Deep Water (swim levels 5, water safety, 6, and super stars) is anywhere from 6-13 feet deep. After buddy check campers had hot dogs for supper with beans, tater tots, applesauce, and pickles followed by brownies for dessert. Then the whole camp played our traditional first night evening program, Medical Wars on the field! Now our campers are singing Goodnight Songs on the A-field (One is a short hymn and the other is Taps) before heading back to their cabins to get ready for bed. Tonight each counselor will read a book they chose for the cabin or a story a camper brought with them before bed.
Wake up bell is at 7:30 tomorrow morning and we will start our first full day of swim, boating, sports, and arts&crafts classes! So much fun!
- The Birch Blogger