Monthly Archives:June 2013
The Metamorphosis
Well, here we are! The camp is ready and the campers are arriving! Counselors have been working hard all week, through rain and sun, to prepare Towering Pines for the summer to come. I gotta tell you, I’m feeling good about this one. We have a lot of new faces and many veteran staff members; everyone is enthusiastic and ready to be all that they can be. It was wonderful to see some of you coming and going today and […]
The TP Staff is Excited & Ready to Go!!
Finally, the big day is almost here!! The campers arrive tomorrow, and the Towering Pines staff has been working hard to get ready. After an intense week of staff orientation, the TP Counselors are well prepared to ensure that your campers have a fun, SAFE summer. Pre-camp training topics included: Health & Safety Cabin Unity Camper Inclusion; “Everybody Plays, Everybody Wins” Campfire & Cookout Safety Procedures First Aid / CPR / Infirmary Procedures “Six Simple Steps to Have a […]
Preparing for the road ahead
Hello all, I’ve been getting some questions regarding camp preparations and procedures from concerned parents, so I though I’d take the opportunity to do some real talk about camp life. First, lets talk packing. By now you’ve all seen the recommended packing list: it is a thorough and appropriate list of items your child may need this summer. If you stick to this you should be fine, but let’s talk essentials here. 1) Clothing: The Northwoods is a beautiful and […]