It seems like around every corner, twist, and curve there are smiling faces, laughing, and just downright fun going on. Our Trekkers, our oldest campers, left the sight for their trip. As part of this the canoe in a river, repel off of real cliffs, and sleep out cooking their dinner over a camp fire. When they return tomorrow they will be tired, muddy and laughing at each other recounting all the fun their overnight adventure in detail. Our Adventurers travelled into the woods to work on GPS, survival skills and firebuilding. What a day they had.
The rest of us had normal camp activities today, horseback riding, archery, and for the youngest ones a trip back in time. No we do not have a time machine but they did enjoy the pioneer cabin. There the youth learned about the tools they used in the pioneer days, made their own corn bread (which was rather tasty if I do say so myself), and even made their own candles. It is a really neat step back in time that they all get to experience in a hands on way. 
Of course we did have to break for a lunch, chicken sandwiches, chips, etc. Then we went right back at it, hitting arts and crafts where they tie-dyed bandannas. The youth hit the swimming pool of course (what is a day at camp without getting wet?) and made some incredible ice cream. Our spaghetti dinner, with garlic bread and salad gave us energy for our evening adventure-the BJP Talent Show.The talent show is done on a volunteer basis.
Our brave youth stand up and show off their incredible gifts. Some sing, others dance, we even had a piano player and a magician this year. Of course the counselors and L.I.T.'s are also in the mix, having fun and showing us to enjoy ourselves. We even had a special visit from a very famous pirate, Jack Sparrow, and his friends. After that we hit the showers and everyone put heads on pillows, drifting off to sleep rather quickly. It is hard to believe we only have one full day of activities left. Our Trekkers will be back tomorrow afternoon, in time to clean up for the big evening event...the dance. Also please know if you are e-mailing your camper we will need it by noon on Thursday to make the final mail call before we head home. Stay tuned as our adventure begins the big wind down before coming home on Friday.
Our brave youth stand up and show off their incredible gifts. Some sing, others dance, we even had a piano player and a magician this year. Of course the counselors and L.I.T.'s are also in the mix, having fun and showing us to enjoy ourselves. We even had a special visit from a very famous pirate, Jack Sparrow, and his friends. After that we hit the showers and everyone put heads on pillows, drifting off to sleep rather quickly. It is hard to believe we only have one full day of activities left. Our Trekkers will be back tomorrow afternoon, in time to clean up for the big evening event...the dance. Also please know if you are e-mailing your camper we will need it by noon on Thursday to make the final mail call before we head home. Stay tuned as our adventure begins the big wind down before coming home on Friday.
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