Waking Up to Snow!

What a surprise! We knew there was some wet stuff in the forecast, but with a high of 52 expected today, we certainly did not think it would be snow! As you cuddle up with your books, or trudge off to class, take a minute and enjoy some of your favorite camp spots all covered … Continued

First Day of Activities Ends at the County Fair!

It was a blue ribbon day in the “heavenly”…one that the Chamber of Commerce would be proud to hang their hat on for all to see. It started off a little foggy again, but the riding staff who were feeding the horses, a few early morning staff joggers, and I may have been the only … Continued

First Day of Activities and the County Fair Comes to Town!

We are already in our groove! I’ll have to admit that though I love “unplugging” in the summertime, I do love aspects of technology. One favorite is that it allows campers to sign up for activities well before their arrival…most camps do the registration we all remember from the “old days” at college. The first … Continued

Art Projects, Horses, and 192.1 Disney Style!

It’s been a great weekend getting ready for camp!  On Friday afternoon one of our kindest  camp  friends and neighbors Miss Nancy, had Kris, Caroline, Gretchen and me over for a “ladies lunch”  and for a chance to preview the needlework projects that she is planning for the summer.  True to her camp roots, she … Continued

Camp Illahee: “Music to Our Ears”

After our leadership planning and brainstorming sessions of the weekend, we have  gotten down to the “nitty gritty” with camp preparation.   The  Parent Handbooks are on their way to all camper families and the Ship’s Store  and  activity sign-up forms are up and running on the website!  We can’t wait to see what activities that … Continued