Towering Pines Blog

When I was asked to share my perspective as a newcomer with a different viewpoint, I didn’t hesitate. Tonight — one of the most beautiful and sentimental nights I’ve experienced at camp — reminded me why. It was Banquet, a night of awards and celebration, marking the close of six weeks of summer at Towering Pines Camp for Boys. A night where effort and achievement were recognized, and where anecdotes, laughter, and tears were shared. Four hours of recognition, and […]

We truly had an incredible summer at Camp Towering Pines for Boys!  It was filled with a plethora of moments of learning, growth, and most importantly, FUN in the midst of it all.  Each and every day was filled with opportunities for the boys to be engaged in activities which create exceptional experiences. Living in a cabin with several other boys with different personalities and backgrounds, also gives the campers a chance to learn social skills and to build awareness […]

I have the privilege of living in the northwoods of Wisconsin during the summer at Towering Pines Camp for Boys. In the off season I live in Nebraska where I was born and raised.  In parts of Nebraska you can stand on the top of a hill (if you can find one) and look out and literally see for miles and miles.  It wasn’t until I ventured to other states that I realized that although there is a simple beauty […]

It’s hard to believe that we are almost at the end of the 2nd week of camp.  Time literally flies by while we are here!  That’s why this summer’s theme “Enjoy the Ride in ’25” is so appropriate.  It is a testament to reminding ourselves to take in each moment that we are here and breathe it in.  We are often pressured to rush through life so we can get to the next thing rather than stopping to pause and […]

I am often asked by people who aren’t familiar with the concept of summer camp — WHY CAMP?  What does camp HAVE that makes it special?  What does camp OFFER that is unique?  What does camp really PROVIDE kids that they can’t get anywhere else?  I realize when asked these questions, that I have a very short amount of time to answer and truly convey the essence of camp!  Keeping my reply short is challenging because there are a plethora […]