We live in a fast paced, often emotionally stressful time, where it’s not always easy to manage our feelings or tune in to the feelings of others. There are days we yell at the kids because we’ve had a tough time at work, or judge another person...
read moreImagine you are trying something for the first time. Let’s say riding a bicycle. Your goal is to learn to ride a two wheeler. You listen to instruction, focus on pedaling and finding your balance, and push forward. You successfully make it a few...
read moreThe concept of stepping outside of one’s comfort zone is something we truly believe in and practice at camp. It is not just a message we communicate on our video, web site, and in our literature, but something we apply to all aspects of camp life....
read moreThe school year is in full swing, and with that comes greater involvement in our children’s lives. After the summer months at camp, where children have the freedom to make decisions for themselves’ about the friends they choose, the activities...
read moreEvery summer, the Iroquois Springs family welcomes future campers to our “Explorers” program. This 2 day overnight camp experience, for children entering 1st through 4th grades, is a perfect introduction to the world of camp. Explorers...
read moreFor sleep-away campers, the end of June brought endless smiles. School closed for two whole months and our second family greeted us with open arms. Mornings were spent with sleepy-eyed bunk mates and nights came alive with laughter. Days were filled...
read moreI asked a group of fourth and fifth grade students how they would describe a FRIEND! The list of qualities they came up with was pretty impressive. They thought a friend should be “thoughtful, considerate, trustworthy, honest, supportive,...
read moreIt’s hard to believe that summer 2013 has ended and we had to say “so long” to our incredible campers and amazing staff that made this camp season so memorable. By now everyone is back to their home routines and hopefully enjoying the remainder...
read moreWritten by Adam Waldman, baseball specialist 2013 “WE’RE NOT LEAVING!!! WE’RE NOT LEAVING!!!” The familiar chant intensified as the final hours of an incredible summer passed by much faster than any of us would have liked. I wish that...
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