Activities for Younger Campers
Opening Circle
Each camp day begins as the whole camp assembles together for
Opening Circle
with announcements, singing, and skits.
The Camp Schedule
The schedule for the rest of the day consists of less
structured Group Time planned by the group counselor, and fixed
scheduled activities with formal instruction for all ability levels
taught by the program specialist staff. See a
Sample Schedule.
Group Time
The group counselor organizes Group Time so it is fun and
appropriate for their particular campers. Traditional camp games
like capture the flag, circle games, hiking, singing, lunch, quiet
activities and rest time are enjoyed by campers with their friends
in their own group.
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Scheduled Activities
The scheduled activities include Team Sports taught in a
non-competitive manner; Outdoor Education, creative nature Crafts,
and Horseback Riding. At Waterfront, all campers enjoy learning to
fish and row. Our Swim Director supervises the Swimming Program
taught by our certified swim staff. Each camper is evaluated in
their swimming ability and is placed in an appropriate group. Many
of our younger campers participate in a
water readiness program and
eventually begin to learn basic water skills. Find out more
about all of our camp
activities.
Special Events/Activities
Our youngest campers may get the opportunity to have Special
Buddies in an older camp group. Our Kindergarten group is scheduled
a day with their older CILT Buddies, while many of our younger
groups are “adopted” by the older 5th grade-Junior High
Groups. These buddies design and implement games and activities
providing a learning environment for everyone. Campers are also
visited by Ranch Camp’s furry friends. The Animal Care Counselor
visits once a week providing the opportunity for our younger groups
to learn about animals and how to care for these creatures.
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Closing Circle
Each day ends with the whole camp assembling for
Closing Circle with
announcements, more songs, more skits and recognition of campers and
groups who overcame a special challenge during the camp day.
Sometimes Special Buddies will join the groups strengthening the two
group’s bonds.
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