2018
How to Prepare for Homesickness
This summer, millions of children worldwide will attend overnight camp for the first time. They will get to experience being part of a community that fosters independence, problem solving, skill development, and exploration in the outdoors. Part of the magic of summer camp is that you are getting to try things for the first time and make daily decisions…WITHOUT YOUR PARENTS! This can be both exciting and a little anxiety provoking, as many campers will also encounter their first experience with homesickness.
Food at Overnight Camp
Lots of parents struggle with making the jump from day to overnight camp, and wonder if their child is ready to spend a week away from home. When parents express specific concern about what is holding them back from being ready, one of the most common barriers that they identify is food. Whether they have a picky child, a vegetarian or a child with an allergy, it seems to be something that makes parents nervous. So, let me tell you a bit more about our meal plan for overnight camp…
