


So what do I, as a parent, get out of this summer camp thing?
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...
Free Range Kids
When a news story started circulating in the Washington Post last week entitled “Parents investigated for neglect after letting kids walk home alone”, it made me (Marie) think about my parenting style. Would I have done the same thing? Who is responsible...
The Office Dogs
Are you ever curious as to what Nike and Norm do at camp all winter? They have pretty extraordinary lives. Up in the morning to chase a few squirrels as they trot to “work” and then a long morning nap in the office – and yes, Nike has an office chair! Afternoons are...