September 28, 2018

Backpacking For Beginners Photo Gallery

Whether learning how to pitch a light-weight tent, taking in some basics of campfire cooking, or practicing orienteering skills by going on a compass-and-map scavenger hunt, our campers had a blast this week learning the basics of backpacking. We also made time for some classic Schoolhouse games, fort-building, whittling, and more! Take a look at […]

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September 22, 2018

The Hunt is On Photo Gallery

Although our week was shortened due to Hurricane Florence, we made the most of our time together. With our desire for adventure leading the way, we set out to discover all we could throughout Umstead State Park. We made maps and looked for treasure and we were not disappointed! We found countless nature treasures and […]

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September 1, 2018

Pinecone Photo Gallery

Our Pinecone campers had a delightful and wet week exploring the pine forests of Umstead State Park. All the rain we had brought out tons of toads and frogs and we learned the safest, gentlest ways to catch and hold these critters. The rain also brought out a full spectrum of fungus that lit up […]

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August 31, 2018

Opossum Photo Gallery

Our Opossum week was a great finale to the summer! Campers enjoyed fantastic weather as they rambled and romped through Brumley Forest. Farmer Jones and Heeton the alien challenged campers to sneak, run, and explore the forest in Kick the Can and Scout Mission. We got to steal feathers, throw socks, and run for it […]

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August 31, 2018

New Games: Running and Cunning Photo Gallery

Imagination and creativity were the themes of the week as campers invented new games and played some classic Schoolhouse games with new twists. Campers had a blast as they battled double Windigos, fought off (and became) werewolves,  stole feathers and tails, and searched for hidden objects in Brumley Forest. Creek time was a highlight this […]

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August 31, 2018

Muskrat Photo Gallery

Muskrat camp was all about exploration and creativity. We painted rocks to take home. When looking under logs, we discovered a whole world of little critters that help break down and nourish the forest floor. And it wouldn’t be a week at camp without a few classic Schoolhouse games. We played Sock Wars, Doxeneye, and […]

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