Programs

 

Program areas and instructional lessons are under the direct supervision of a trained program coordinator responsible to the Assistant and Director of Programs. Program staff members prepare detailed lesson plans prior to camper arrival to ensure a careful balance between fun and learning. Each Sunday, campers choose their Core Programs for the week, and select electives daily that feature more than 50 different programs illustrating the many talents and skills of the diverse staff. 

 

 

Aquatics: Instructional courses range from beginner to basic water safety levels with emphasis upon swimming techniques, water safety, and individual comfort. All lessons are taught by certified aquatics instructors within the Olympic size pool.

 

 


Archery: Campers spend the week on the range learning and improving skills with the bow and arrow. Supervision is provided by certified staff who provide instruction, guidance and required equipment.

 

 


Creative Arts: The arts program includes three (3) separate areas of cultural learning; arts and crafts, music, dramatics and dance. Campers can choose to spend the week working on one project or may decide to explore a variety of different areas.

 

 


Horsemanship: The horse program carefully combines instructional riding courses with lessons in animal care. Campers electing to participate are directly involved in feeding, grooming and basic responsibility while under the supervision of the Certified Director. Beginner and intermediate classes will be offered; campers will be placed according to their ability. One (1) inch heel required. Minimum age ten (10).

 

 


Sports: Traditional sporting contests have been combined with innovative cooperative games to give a new meaning to recreational fun. Campers find that competition is never as important as participation and the lessons learned through team play.

 

 


Outdoor Education: Utilizing both the Nature Center and the extensive habitat trail system, the outdoor education program utilized national curricula for the development of natural awareness and an understanding of our precious environment.

 

 


Outdoor Adventure: Available to campers age 11 and above, the ropes course features a series of low element exercises on Adventure Hill geared toward fostering leadership skills and increasing the individual's potential.

 

 


Hiking: With over 88 acres to explore, hiking remains a popular core program. Hiking is an excellent form of exercise and it gives campers a chance to escape the hot sun for a cool walk in the woods.

 

 


Outpost Camping: will be offered again this year. One (1) girl's session during week four (4) and one (1) boy's session during week three (3). This is an optional program where some of the campers live in the woods in tents. All other aspects of camp will be the same; it's the "Tent" experience that makes it special.