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Know that a summer camping experience can offer much more than a few days of organized recreation.
 Realize that spending a few weeks away from home in an outdoor setting is a unique opportunity for my child to make new friends; develop new interests and skills; learn to make decisions; and develop self-confidence. And because camp is a child’s world away from parents, it provides opportunities for growth and self-sufficiency that cannot be duplicated at home.
Choose a camp with a program that is “right” for my child. All camps are different, and all too often parents do not take the time to investigate the program, facilities, staff experience and camp philosophy before making this important decision.
Build up within my child a confidence in the camp we have chosen, and help him or her understand that missing home and being a little homesick at times is normal.
Write frequently with praise, encouragement and good news, knowing that campers like to receive letters at “mail call”–but sometimes have difficulty in writing long letters in return. A short post card from camp represents a lot of love.
Know that a summer spent in a wholesome environment with other children would allow my child to independently develop unique and special friendships which can, and do, last a lifetime.
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Owned and operated by the McBride family for three generations
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Recognize that a summer spent at camp–filled with exciting challenges and opportunities for growth–would be a happy and priceless experience for my child!
Robert E. McBride
Camp Director
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