This week we have really noticed a transformation in our campers. Shy little caterpillars who started off with us week one have unfurled their wings and taken to the sky. They're running, jumping, creating, laughing, throwing their arms around their friends, flinging themselves on their towels in the grass and squinting up at the sky through the leaves of a tree. They are wild and happy, but also relaxed and full of peace. After these weeks of free play and creativity, they h

It's the middle of our summer together already- the weeks are flying by. The kids have been learning their songs for the camp play, and figuring out what roles they might like to play. As I walk through the campus, it's so lovely to hear kids' voices as they learn to sing in harmony, and their laughter as they play in the sandbox. The mood here is joyful and relaxed. Some notes from our Art Station Master Jill: "This week, we went FULL ART LAB EXPERIENCE, starting with trash

This week was hot and steamy, but the kids kept cool in the pool and running around our shaded woods. The kids who were new last week have quickly settled in and seem relaxed and happy already. It's so heartwarming to see even the littlest campers walk confidently up the stone steps and into their classrooms each morning. As a community, we are all finding our groove. Things are getting groovy in the music room, too! The campers started working with Jonathan, our longtime mus

Camp was off to a great start this week. Many returning campers were happy to reunite with old friends. Our new campers quickly made connections too, and families made plans for play dates over ice pops at pickup time. One thing I've noticed over my years at camp (both as a leader and a parent) is that the kids seem to bond with each other more easily and quickly than in other environments. I think it's because of the small groups, gentle guidance from our adult group leaders