Sports are one of the many ways campers come together every day at camp. They are encouraged, welcomed, and sometimes challenged outside of their comfort zone. Regardless of the competitive outcome, I love seeing campers leave their sport laughing with a bunch of new familiar faces who help this place feel even more like home. Just yesterday during chug, I watched a rousing game of soccer with Benjamin and Reich campers. Watching campers of mixed ages branch out of their typical friend groups and unite them through the spirit of friendly competition is one of the things that make camp special.
Each week, campers in Rookie and Benjamin Village have the chance to participate in some of the different sports we offer at camp. Campers in Reich, Kaufmann, and Macks Villages choose what they would like to participate in each week. The sports we have offered so far include soccer, basketball, tennis, Zumba, volleyball, archery, lacrosse, and 9 Square in the Air.
Through these activities, they are developing physical skills, making new friends, learning to work together, playing fairly, and trying new things. I have truly enjoyed watching your campers experience success and connection through sports this week. It’s so much more than exercise!
Jess Dvorak
Sports Coordinator