Camp, Sleepaway Camp, The Importance of Camp, Thinking Out Loud at the Kamaji Office, Why Summer Camp
As soon as the fancy serving dishes were put away after Thanksgiving, I instantly felt “behind” for the next holiday. This time of year always feels like a sprint. The holidays are somehow both joyful and exhausting: the choir concerts, holiday light tours, holiday...
Camp, Camp Activities, Conversation, Family, Friends, Sleepaway Camp, The Importance of Camp, Thinking Out Loud at the Kamaji Office, Why Summer Camp
1.“What if she gets homesick?” 2. “What if she wants to come home?” 3. “Can I come and get her if she doesn’t like it?” TLDR: 1. She probably will. 2. It’s temporary. 3. No. The above questions are totally normal. Even if they are not asked out loud to me, every...
Camp, Conversation, For Kamaji Campers Only, Sleepaway Camp, The Importance of Camp, Thinking Out Loud at the Kamaji Office, Why Summer Camp
I’ve only been a parent for (almost) 10 years. But I have been working alongside, with and for children since 2001. That is a super long time. Longer than most of my staff have been alive. It is the 25 years of camp, the 10 years of being a mom and the fact that...
The Importance of Camp, Thinking Out Loud at the Kamaji Office
Navigating the teenage years and looking to make new friends? Maybe you’re a parent reading this to help your daughter, or you’re a teenager looking to expand your friend group. If you’ve struggled before, learning to make new friends isn’t about...
Camp, Camp Activities, Family, The Importance of Camp, Thinking Out Loud at the Kamaji Office, Why Summer Camp
I have spent the last 20+ years talking with families about why they should consider a long term sleepaway camp for their daughter. Despite my belief that the safety and opportunities afforded by sleepaway camp are more important than ever before, it is harder than...
Camp, Family, The Importance of Camp, Thinking Out Loud at the Kamaji Office, Why Summer Camp
Wondering how to balance your daughter’s screen time with her real-life experiences? Excessive social media can impact her development negatively. Our no-fluff guide explores practical ways to encourage your daughter to take a break from social media, fostering...
