The opinions on this page are those of the author and are not necessarily representative of the opinions of the Camp Unalayee Association. But seriously, being in the wilderness and away from the social distinctions that are second nature in the city allows contact, friendships, and understanding that might not happen in the city. Both at camp and on trail we try for minimum impact .
Minimum impact means leaving no trace that humans have been present.
Of course that is impossible in the base camp basin, but we try to keep trails and vegetable and animal damage to a minimum. The Mosquito Lake basin is more pristine than most state and federal parks, in spite of its heavy use. At the craftshack I've learned about screenprinting, potato printing, origami, beading, leather work, calligraphy, maskmaking, puppetry, and a hundred other marvelous things. The camper vs. staff volleyball game is a favorite activity on Special Day. Even on trail, there must be a counselor who is a lifeguard .