2026
July 13-17: Salamander Photo Gallery
Our youngest campers experienced the magic and wonder of nature through creativity, exploration, and play. They searched beneath damp leaves and mossy logs, discovering salamanders tucked away in their cool, hidden habitats. Along the creek banks, campers learned about these fascinating amphibians and imagined what life might be like from a salamander’s perspective. Through hands-on adventures, imaginative play, and plenty of outdoor fun, they built confidence, curiosity, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
July 13-17: Launch Zone Photo Gallery
Campers explored ancient projectile tools from around the world, including bows and arrows, spears, atlatls, and tomahawks. They learned about how these tools were used throughout history by different cultures and practiced safe, responsible handling during supervised activities. Campers also created their own primitive-style projectile tools and enjoyed building their skills while having fun together.
July 13-17: Wayfinders of the Wilderness Photo Gallery
This week, we explored the wilderness and discovered how to navigate without a GPS! We learned how to use compasses, maps, and even the sun and stars to find our way through the forest. Along the journey, we worked together to complete tracking challenges, crack secret codes, and solve exciting puzzles. We also created our own maps and designed treasure hunts for our friends to enjoy. Whether we took the quickest path or a few unexpected detours, we had an amazing time learning new skills, working as a team, and making unforgettable memories.
July 13-17: Quartz Photo Gallery
Camp rocked this week! Campers spent the week exploring the many quartz piles around Loblolly. They looked under rocks and logs to see and learn about what creatures live there. During creek time campers looked under rocks for crawfish and searched for the best skipping rocks. They also spent time whittling, fort building, and of course playing some amazing Schoolhouse games.
July 13-17: Creepy, Crawly, & Crafty (Trinity’s Group) Photo Gallery
It was another fantastic week of camp! Campers spent the week learning about the native reptiles in our forest. They played games like Reptile Mash and Predator Prey, went on nature rambles to see what creatures they could find, and made a beaded lizard. They also spent time whittling, building forts, and splashing in the creek.
July 13-17: Creepy, Crawly, & Crafty (Millie’s Group) Photo Gallery
It was another fantastic week of camp! Campers spent the week learning about the native reptiles in our forest. They played games like Reptile Mash and Predator Prey, went on nature rambles to see what creatures they could find, and made a beaded lizard. They also spent time whittling, building forts, and splashing in the creek.
July 13-17: Untold Tales of Umstead Photo Gallery
We had an epic week of clues, battles, teamwork, and woodland magic ending with digging up buried treasure and a banquet at the Queen’s table! We completed challenges together, solved mysterious riddles, and had the best week of adventuring in the woods.
July 13-17: Row, Row, Row, Your Raft Photo Gallery
What an AWESOME week of teamwork, creativity, and FUN! Campers learned how to use a square lashing and worked diligently to craft bamboo rafts and sails that they got to test out in the Mystic Pool. When we weren’t rafting, you could find us playing our favorite games and going to all our best creek spots!