Author: Bill Gonio
Daily Achievements for 7/31/2013
Chief of the Day Alejandro F was chosen by kitchen staff Drinka for, among other things, his good manners, his willingness to try new foods, and his “cute dimples.” Several staff members, upon hearing the description, displayed utter astonishment when their name was not subsequently announced as the Chief. Several dimple-related debates and comparisons ensued. Order was quickly restored by Director Jeff before the TP Olympic Award Ceremony began. 2013 TP Olympics In an excruciatingly close competition that came […]
Towering Pines Camp for… Girls?!! The early days of TP
Starting a camp ain’t easy!! After 68 years of summer camp, Towering Pines now offers tons of great amenities to the campers and staff. But the path to this beautiful place has included a few difficult twists along the way. Go to that first TP summer of 1946, and you’d find that things were a bit less polished back in the day. TP founders, Marion “Pa” Jordan and son John Jordan faced some serious challenges back in 1946, exacerbated by the […]
Daily Achievements for 7/25/2013
Daily Achievements for 7/25/2013 Chief of the Day Nico T Riflery Diego S had the high score of 92 against the Red Arrow Camp Riflery team. Archery Calvin F. passed his White Archer The high score of the day was by Sebastian D with a 40 at 30 yards.
Daily Achievements for 7/24/2013
Chief of the Day Alvaro MDC Archery Alex F passed his Black Archer Mariano C passed his Red Yeoman Gianni G passed his Blue Bowman Mitchell F passed his Black Yeoman High score of the day was a 46 at 30 yards by Sebastian D. Zoo Calvin F caught the first salamander of the summer, and placed him in a Zoo terrarium. The salamander will be returned to his home at the end of the summer. So will Calvin. […]
Clown Contest TP Style: Muttonchops, Zen Cowboys, and Clown throw-downs
The TP Fair held last Sunday was a bit hit and included lovely weather, fun booths, and great company, i.e., the Ladies of Camp Woodland. The Kick-Off event of the day was the popular – and hotly contested – Towering Pines Clown Contest. The rules of the competition are simple: each cabin sends one camper to represent them in the contest. Contestants may wear costumes and/or put on some kind of performance to woo the favor of the judges. […]