G is for Grit

Jul 7, 2016 | Campers, Parents

Grit is a very special word here at Foley, and it carries very special meaning as well. We see grit as the ultimate prize to be earned during a child’s time at camp; while ribbon awards are symbols of achievement in activities, grit is the trophy received when campers...

Mother Knows Best: A Parent’s Take on Camp Foley

Feb 29, 2016 | Parents

At Camp Foley, we know that parents want the best camp experience for their children. They want to see a camp that is as safe as it is fun, a staff that cares deeply, an environment where their children can truly thrive. Parents, you have every right to be choosy, and...

Hey kid! Why do YOU love camp?

Jan 22, 2016 | Parents

“Mom, I don’t just love camp for the incredibly exciting activities. It is MUCH more than that.” What are the benefits of summer camp? This is one of the most frequently asked questions heard by camp directors when talking to parents who, themselves, never attended...

So what do I, as a parent, get out of this summer camp thing?

Apr 8, 2015 | Parents

One of the most popular questions we get in our camp office is: “What will my kids gain from their time at camp?”  Our answers always touch on ideas such as independence, resilience, socialization, new experiences, or lasting friendships. We could go on...

Can we turn failure in to motivation?

Mar 19, 2015 | Parents

In the January edition of Southwest The Magazine (from Southwest Airlines), Heidi Stevens In Criticism of Praise.” The article discusses the effect of too much or insincere praise on a child’s emotional and physical well-being. Do we as parents, educators, and youth...

What’s in a Letter?

Mar 3, 2015 | Campers, Parents

Parents! You drop your child off at camp, say your goodbyes and then you leave that child in the care of these certain amazing individuals we call, camp counselors.  Those counselors are going to be the ones on the front lines giving your child the best growing...