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Camp Counselor of the Week: Nick Richards

November 9, 2016

It’s been a week since we heard from the lovely JC about her first ever summer at camp in Connecticut, and now it’s over to Nick, who has spent 2 summers at camp so far, and intends on doing more! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? Camp Cayuga, Pennsylvania. I’ve done … More Camp Counselor of the Week: Nick Richards

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Camp Counselor of the Week: Jacinta Frizziero

November 2, 2016

It’s that time of the week again. Yep, it’s time for another counselor interview! This week we’re handing it over to Jacinta (or JC, as we like to call her) to tell us all about her first summer at camp. 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? Camp Sloane YMCA. 2016 was … More Camp Counselor of the Week: Jacinta Frizziero

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Sarah Dean

February 24, 2016

Last week we heard from Jess, who returned to camp as a counselor after many years as a camper. This week, it’s over to Sarah, who has now spent most of her childhood and adult life at camp! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? I went to Camp Sloane for 7 … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Sarah Dean

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Jess Eckersley

February 17, 2016

It’s been a while since the last one of these… if you’d like to take part in this series, just pop you email in the comments, or get in touch. Anyway, a few weeks ago, we heard from Chrissy, a long time camper and staff member, about her time at summer camp, and now it’s … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Jess Eckersley

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Leah

May 13, 2015

Last week you heard all about Rob’s summers at camp, now it’s over to Leah who spent one glorious summer at camp in Vermont! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? I went to Camp Killooleet in Vermont for one summer 2. Why did you decide to work at summer camp? I … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Leah

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What Happens On Day Off, Stays On Day Off

December 1, 2014

Okay, the title’s a lie. What happens on day off NEVER stays on day off. In fact, all the details of what happened on your day off will probably make it back to camp before you do. Depending on what camp you end up at you will most likely have one day off per week … More What Happens On Day Off, Stays On Day Off

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