Here we are, getting ready to say goodbye to 2022 and preparing ourselves for the New Year and the hopefulness that comes with a fresh start. The start of 2023 gives us the opportunity to reflect on the past year, increase our self-awareness, and set new...
read moreThanksgiving is here! Time to gather with friends and family, kick off the 2022 holiday season, and give thanks! It’s the perfect time of year to express our gratitude and appreciation for the people in our lives and the opportunities we are...
read moreIf you are lucky, you belong to a variety of communities where you feel a sense of belonging and support. Maybe it’s a volunteer group, a team sport, a school club, or a local organization. Belonging to a community is central to the human...
read more“Living in the moment.” It’s a popular expression that comes to mind when we feel overwhelmed and distracted by our fast-paced lives. It’s the idea of being present without dwelling on the past or worrying about the future and giving our full...
read moreThe new school year is underway, and we hope that everyone is off to a great start. From elementary school-age campers all the way to high school, we know that everything you learned at camp will carry you through a fantastic year. You learned to...
read moreIt’s been about two weeks since the buses rolled out of Rock Hill, and it’s hard to believe that another camp season is over. Summer 2022 at Iroquois Springs was in a word… AMAZING! It was a summer filled with exciting activities and events, loved...
read moreJune has finally arrived, and that means camp is just around the corner! After what felt like a winter that never ended here in the Northeast, we can, at last, see warmer days ahead as we prepare for summer 2022 at Iroquois Springs. As the IS crew gets...
read moreOptimism is in the air as the camp season approaches. From our many conversations with camp families and staff, it is recognizable that the anticipation for opening day is universal. This offseason has allowed us to prepare, strategize, and...
read moreThere are so many wonderful and valuable experiences that take place at overnight camp. Camp allows children to grow and develop by providing them with healthy and meaningful opportunities that help build their sense of identity. The camp...
read moreA sleepaway summer camp experience brings so many positive and memorable moments to a young person’s life. Kids who attend summer camp are not only making lifelong friends and having fun in the great outdoors, they are developing important life...
read moreCamp is all about community, camaraderie, and memories. Now that March is here, the long-awaited camp reunions in Florida, Maryland, and New York are approaching. We are excited to witness our campers re-ignite their camp connections and feel as...
read moreThe weather is slowly starting to warm up here in the Northeast, and we couldn’t be more excited. The change in seasons is a sure sign that camp is just around the corner. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back for Summer 2022. The IS Crew has been...
read moreThe effects of praise on children can be very powerful. Words of encouragement and support can create self-confidence and resiliency, even when kids are faced with difficult challenges. Praise that recognizes a child’s choices and efforts can...
read moreHere we are, welcoming a new year with well wishes and the hope that 2022 will bring an end to what has been a long two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. The new year is typically a time for celebration and new beginnings, but for many children and teens, the...
read moreMany observe their surroundings during this time of year and recognize what the year has brought and why they are thankful. This past summer was appreciated and recognized by many as one of the most pivotal moments in our staff and camp families’...
read moreAfter a whirlwind of a year and a half, camp this summer was undoubtedly one of the most life-altering experiences for all of our campers and staff. This summer, being part of the Iroquois Springs community was more than just a camp experience; it was a...
read moreWith time ticking, children, parents, staff members, and anyone associated with the camp world are all preparing for a season of fun, new experiences, and friendships. For the first time in a while, optimism is ubiquitous, and there is an exuberant...
read morePacking your camper for their first overnight camp experience can bring mixed emotions. There is great excitement in this first step toward your child’s summer of fun, friendship and independence, but it can also feel a bit overwhelming. There is...
read moreThroughout the year, camp communities work together to take care of, preserve, and protect their property which is home to hundreds and sometimes thousands of people during the summer season. Earth day is a day to celebrate the environment,...
read moreThe countdown to Summer 2021 is on…. in less than 75 days the Iroquois Springs family will be together once again. Words cannot express how happy and excited we all are to welcome the IS family back to their summer home!!! Being able to...
read moreCamp in 2021 is More Important Than Ever Before Childhood is defined by interpersonal interactions beyond the scope of a digital screen. During the past year, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the forced mediated environment hindered the ability to...
read moreIt’s hard to believe that a year has passed since the world as we know it changed in so many significant ways. The pandemic has challenged us to adapt to what school, work, socializing, and everyday life look like. We have learned how to social...
read moreThere is always a learning curve when you are introduced to a new and unfamiliar environment. Luckily, unfamiliar environments allow for creative and newfound opportunities. Take this from me, a recent college graduate with a multitude of years of...
read moreImportant lessons from camp! From the time we are young children, we are taught many life lessons to help us navigate the world we live in. Lessons like “honesty is the best policy,” “think before you speak,” and “don’t judge a book...
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