The first year, the kids were afraid to sleep in their own tents but were enjoying it by year two. We include a broad range of activities and try to vary them each year. Our forestry projects have included marking a Tree ID Trail and planting trees. Our community service projects were painting a sign for a nearby rural church and cleaning up one mile of riverbank. The kids always make and take home a nature-oriented gift for their parents.
Games are very popular.
We introduced them to some of the old traditional games such as tree-legged and sack races. They enjoy nature scavenger hunts also. We prohibit electronic games, which are distracting in many ways. We don't allow TV viewing or computer use during camp week. We want them to experience something different from everyday life.