Saturday, October 31, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Another Reason for Camp
It's remarkable how many opportunities that boys have daily, whether soccer practice, piano lessons, or even ski trips. They provide some wonderful memories and can build skills. Sometimes, however, I wonder if our guys aren't too scheduled, bouncing from one activity to the next in their daily lives at home.
Michael Thompson (he and I share the same name!) has written an interesting article about free time. At Chippewa we have regular open evenings...a chance to just play! Last summer, one of my best memories was watching several of the younger boys bolt from Knutson Hall after dinner to head to the beach to finish the sand castles that they had begun during free swim. It's valuable time and we make sure that we leave time in the camp schedule for this kind if play.
Here's the article that's worth a quick look!
Michael Thompson (he and I share the same name!) has written an interesting article about free time. At Chippewa we have regular open evenings...a chance to just play! Last summer, one of my best memories was watching several of the younger boys bolt from Knutson Hall after dinner to head to the beach to finish the sand castles that they had begun during free swim. It's valuable time and we make sure that we leave time in the camp schedule for this kind if play.
Here's the article that's worth a quick look!
Monday, October 26, 2009
The New CHIPS
Arriving in your mailbox late this week will be the new CHIPS newsletter. We've given CHIPS a major face lift and a new format.
What's to like? For one thing, current families, staff and alumni will all receive the same newsletter. We're one big family after all! Also, CHIPS will be full color with lots of great pics. As always, it's a great source for news on anything Chippewa.
Look for it soon and enjoy!
What's to like? For one thing, current families, staff and alumni will all receive the same newsletter. We're one big family after all! Also, CHIPS will be full color with lots of great pics. As always, it's a great source for news on anything Chippewa.
Look for it soon and enjoy!
Saturday, October 17, 2009
75th for $75 Raffle Ready
Our 75th Anniversary celebration raffle is ready to roll! Check back on October 31st to see if you've won the grand prize....a 4-week tuition for just $75! The winner will be announced here on the blog on Halloween.
For all of those who enrolled by October 16th, you've been entered into the raffle. Plus your special 75th Anniversary t-shirt will arrive by mail next month.
For all of those who enrolled by October 16th, you've been entered into the raffle. Plus your special 75th Anniversary t-shirt will arrive by mail next month.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
New Digs for Alumni
I'm happy to announce that big plans are underway for Chippewa alumni. For the past two years, we have been exploring the possibility of building an alumni cabin in camp. Now those plans are beginning to take shape.
In just about a week, the foundation will be poured for a scenic cabin on the shore of Buck Lake, nestled among the towering red and white pines just a few feet from the lake. The goal is to have the cabin complete in time for our 75th Anniversary.
We'll be keeping you updated on progress and design. Then, it will be time for you to make some plans of your own...a return home to camp!
In just about a week, the foundation will be poured for a scenic cabin on the shore of Buck Lake, nestled among the towering red and white pines just a few feet from the lake. The goal is to have the cabin complete in time for our 75th Anniversary.
We'll be keeping you updated on progress and design. Then, it will be time for you to make some plans of your own...a return home to camp!
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