Thriving at Camp: Easing the Fear
Sending your child to an overnight camp for the first time can be a big decision. As parents, it’s natural to have concerns, especially if your child has never been away from home for an extended period. You may worry about homesickness, safety, or whether they’re ready to handle the independence that comes with camp […]
The Power of Overnight Camp
As parents, we’re always on the lookout for ways to help our kids grow into confident, capable, and resilient young people. Whether it’s through extracurriculars, school involvement, or special interests, we want to give them every opportunity to thrive. One option that’s often overlooked, but has incredibly lasting value, is an overnight summer camp. Sure, […]
The Remedy Kids Need Now
By Geoff Davies Summer camp has long been a tradition and a powerful training ground for generations of young people. Beyond the memories and friendships, the benefits of summer camp, like building confidence, independence, and resilience, often make it one of the most defining experiences of a person’s life. For many, it’s not just the […]
How Much Does Summer Camp Cost?
Summer camps are one of the best ways to keep children engaged and entertained during summer break. With countless variations of summer camp out there, finding one that your child is sure to love is easy. However, one of the biggest concerns parents have when choosing a camp is the cost. While there is no […]
2023 Volunteer Work Weekend
It’s amazing how much you can accomplish with a little help from your friends! It’s a mammoth task to get our old dame, Camp Ak-O-Mak, looking lively again after a long winter’s slumber. There is so much cleaning, unpacking and setting-up to be done, one could be forgiven for thinking it impossible to achieve before […]