Scamp Spirit FALL 2024
Dear Aloha, You are in my thoughts today (and every day) since we said all those tearful goodbyes in August. I miss you!
doubled the size of the sky with its reflection. It was truly magical and made me wish you were there to take it all in as well.
This fall, I am living right on Lake Morey at a house overlooking lily pads, cattails, reeds, and the stunning mountain views we all know and love. Rumor has it that an otter lives here in the spring too… an OTTER, you guys! What should we name it?
When I think back to the summer, I smile, remembering laughter, joy, pride, intensity, and moments of absolute awe. I picture our third rankers getting tossed into the lake with the whole camp cheering them on from the Hale porch, piñata shoes at the lawn dance, avid Jane Austen fans, and exhilarated clubbers running around the bonfire with their Bridge in celebration. And I’ll admit it now — I’ve never seen such a competitive game of musical chairs in my life! In short,
Two days ago, Mike, Georgia (a proud THREEyear-old!) and I canoed to the middle of the lake and got to take in all its beauty with the added colors of the autumn. The lake was glassy and
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IN THIS ISSUE...
Letter from the Director ........................................................ 1 Camp Song Showdown......................................................... 3 Sharing a Spark — Inspiring Counselors ....................................4 Fun & Games .................................................................... 5 Campers Shine...................................................................6 A Presidential Address........................................................... 7 Important Camp Dates, 2025................................................8