Sunday, July 22, 2007
After two nights of excitement, many campers were eager to relax and dig into their new Harry Potter books. Friday night’s Mardi Gras dance was a smashing success! Everybody had a wonderful time dancing and eating Popsicles. The hardworking winners of the cabin-cleanup contest enjoyed creamy and nutty ice cream sundaes! Saturday was particularly exciting because of our camp-wide CAPTURE THE FLAG! Here at Coppercreek we take our Capture the Flag very seriously and everyone enjoys getting dressed up in camouflage and painting their faces. But we don’t get too competitive, it’s not about winning it’s about having fun! However the red team won this session with Jorge, the Mexican National Champ in the 100-yard dash, making a valiant run with the flag towards victory. Afterwards everyone settled in for a good nights rest, with Harry as their companion, after such a thrilling day.
Monday, July 23, 2007
Apart from a few well-handled scheduling snafus, everything is ship-shape here at Coppercreek, with a few special occurrences that merit a mention here. We always love it when a camper has a birthday here at camp, and Kate D. was one such camper. In honor of the occasion, an exclusive lake group was dispatched for Kate, her sister, and few choice friends. A small baby bird was found abandoned in the baking hot sun today, and was recovered by a troupe of concerned campers, christened “Rockstar”, the infant finch is now being cared for by Cindy, our residing nature expert, he is now on his way to a speedy recovery and release back into the wild. The staff got a break from their usual routine of campfire shenanigans and let our Counselors-In-Training direct the proceedings for a night of rampant laughter.
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
Today was a fairly typical day here at camp, we sent an overnight TAPS (Thin Air Patrol Squad) trip out today, to go sleep by a beautiful lake and climb high mountain rocks. Instead of our evening campfire festivities, we sent the troops out on a fishing trip, and organized a grand soccer tournament where international rivalries spiked, and the air was a palpable hue of excitement.
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Tonight is picnic night, a very special night when we give our kitchen staff a break, and our campers pack their own dinner and march out with their cabin to watch the sunset at one of Coppercreek’s many fantastic and mesmerizing locales. The TAPS trip returns tonight, and many of us are forced to wave off hugs and direct our returned comrades straight to the nearest shower house. As a few dedicated readers near the end of the final book of the Harry Potter series, we find ourselves faced with the insurmountable challenge of resisting the urge to spill the beans and spoil the ending for our slower-reading friends.
Thursday July 26, 2007
Everyone got to enjoy an extra hour of sleep this morning! Then woke up to busy day preparing for the carnival and talent show. At 3:30pm the carnival began. Every cabin had a booth with a fun game to win tickets. JCs held a snack bar and prize shop for kids to turn in their tickets for. Some of the games that the campers played were making friendship bracelets, getting their faces painted, cakewalk, and water balloon toss. Everyone had an abundance amount of fun! At 5:30pm an Art and Fashion Show was held! Campers and Staff modeled their tye die masterpieces down a red run way. Campers magnificent oil paintings, dream catchers, Mardi Gras masks, and many other crafts were on display as well. Claire the CIT and Alex the Counselor passed out cheese and crackers; while Adelaide the JC with help from counselors poured sparkling cider and cranberry-grape juice for the campers. After enjoying dinner everyone headed to campfire where we watched the Talent Show. The talent show was cleverly MC-ed by Cindy, Eric Barger, and Patrick.
Friday July 27, 2007
Sadly today is the last day of activities for 3rd Session 2007! Today campers with partake in activities such as riding lessons, high ropes, making decorations for the dance and finishing their crafts, running, sports, .22 riflery range, and even learning how to dance to the “Achey Breaky Heart Song.” This evening everyone will enjoy the Drama production and Award Presentation before dinner and than the Tropical Vacation Dance later this evening!
Friday, July 27, 2007
Saturday, July 21, 2007
Here comes the sun...
Wednesday Afternoon
Wednesday afternoon’s schedule was improvised on account of the rainy weather. Everything was slightly more exciting with the huge down pour. When the rain stopped, we filled the evening with fun activities such as canoeing with Gipper, Brendan, and Uli, Fishing with Emma and Dave, a huge soccer game in the mud with Cindy and Kyle, BMX with Rob and Melissa and even the climbing wall with Alex and Lindsay. Even though our outpost night was postponed, every camper got to participate in a fun evening activity.
Thursday July 19th, 2007
This morning had beautiful weather so our outpost will be tonight! Outpost is where everyone in camp gets to spend a special night in 6 campfire sites slightly out of camp. Everyone will sing campfire songs and eat s’mores and settle for the night under the stars. Our backpackers finally got to leave today because of the weather. This mornings activities went on as normal such as a run on one of the mountain bike trails, dream catchers were made at crafts, kids that had riding lessons this morning were Marek, James R, Andrew, Olivia, Madi M, Ella, Colleen, Bailey, Laura H., Kiera, Emily Dodge, Hannah, Emily E., Sarah M. and Kate D. Our Lake group today included Milo and Austin R. Lunch today was a delicious! We had nachos, a camp favorite. After rest hour some afternoon activities included fishing, recon, mafia, volleyball, name that tune, and open vaulting for anyone who wanted to learn to vault. At Family hour everyone packed out in cabin groups and headed to their outpost site to have a fun night filled with cooking hotdogs over the fire, roasting marshmallows, and stargazing.
Friday July 20, 2007
Last night at outpost each cabin was sent outside to sleep under the stars. Campers cooked their own meals over an open fire and enjoyed smores before snuggling into their sleeping bags for a bit of stargazing. This morning upon our return to camp, campers took time to relax and write letters home. At eleven a group left for an extra long day at the lake, while others hung around camp to take their pick from a selection of morning activities. After enjoying hamburgers for lunch, campers kicked it at rest hour and then dispersed for afternoon activities. Also this afternoon we eagerly began preparations for our weekly party night. Tonight’s dance theme is Mardi Gras and everybody is very excited.
Wednesday afternoon’s schedule was improvised on account of the rainy weather. Everything was slightly more exciting with the huge down pour. When the rain stopped, we filled the evening with fun activities such as canoeing with Gipper, Brendan, and Uli, Fishing with Emma and Dave, a huge soccer game in the mud with Cindy and Kyle, BMX with Rob and Melissa and even the climbing wall with Alex and Lindsay. Even though our outpost night was postponed, every camper got to participate in a fun evening activity.
Thursday July 19th, 2007
This morning had beautiful weather so our outpost will be tonight! Outpost is where everyone in camp gets to spend a special night in 6 campfire sites slightly out of camp. Everyone will sing campfire songs and eat s’mores and settle for the night under the stars. Our backpackers finally got to leave today because of the weather. This mornings activities went on as normal such as a run on one of the mountain bike trails, dream catchers were made at crafts, kids that had riding lessons this morning were Marek, James R, Andrew, Olivia, Madi M, Ella, Colleen, Bailey, Laura H., Kiera, Emily Dodge, Hannah, Emily E., Sarah M. and Kate D. Our Lake group today included Milo and Austin R. Lunch today was a delicious! We had nachos, a camp favorite. After rest hour some afternoon activities included fishing, recon, mafia, volleyball, name that tune, and open vaulting for anyone who wanted to learn to vault. At Family hour everyone packed out in cabin groups and headed to their outpost site to have a fun night filled with cooking hotdogs over the fire, roasting marshmallows, and stargazing.
Friday July 20, 2007
Last night at outpost each cabin was sent outside to sleep under the stars. Campers cooked their own meals over an open fire and enjoyed smores before snuggling into their sleeping bags for a bit of stargazing. This morning upon our return to camp, campers took time to relax and write letters home. At eleven a group left for an extra long day at the lake, while others hung around camp to take their pick from a selection of morning activities. After enjoying hamburgers for lunch, campers kicked it at rest hour and then dispersed for afternoon activities. Also this afternoon we eagerly began preparations for our weekly party night. Tonight’s dance theme is Mardi Gras and everybody is very excited.
Friday, July 20, 2007
Rainy Days
7/17/07
Everyone woke up to a delicious breakfast of sausage and egg Mcmuffins. Soon after we moved on to cabin cleanup, and then started an exiting morning chalk full of activities. These activities include horses, mountain bikes, boating, and even a game of old fashioned hide and seek! The morning lake group included Terry, Milo, Marek, Emiliano, and Austin R. Many others also dared to brave the high ropes course. Some of those include Jordan, Jared, Nate, Tristan, Cody, Kiera, and Hanah. After all who were interested moved on to cookie baking (many were involved). At the same time the pool was open, so many others were able to enjoy a refreshing swim. Finally we wound the night down with dinner and campfire, where we all sang old songs, and enjoyed these wonderful outdoors.
July 18th 2007
The cozy campers awoke this morning to music. Soon after everyone headed up to the deck for a delectable breakfast of hash browns bacon and eggs, plus strawberries bananas with yogurt.
The sky began to look dreary as the eager campers headed to campfire in the morn. The morning lake group headed out with Marrissa and Emma as the horse group headed towards the barn. It was going to be a very special day, as campers and counselors alike prepared for outpost and the backpacking trips between activities. Although the campers had bright hopes for the rest of the day and night, the clouds thought otherwise as they drenched or cheery camp, and forced everyone onto the deck. Although our previous plans were soaked, we still were able to improvise, by playing fun music and dancing the afternoon away J. During this time the directors decided in a meeting that it would be better to postpone outpost till tomorrow when everything (and everyone) would be drier. Once the rain had calmed, we moved onto archery vaulting, TAPS prep, and rock climbing. Finally the evening slowed down with dinner and guitar lessons, with Camile.
Everyone woke up to a delicious breakfast of sausage and egg Mcmuffins. Soon after we moved on to cabin cleanup, and then started an exiting morning chalk full of activities. These activities include horses, mountain bikes, boating, and even a game of old fashioned hide and seek! The morning lake group included Terry, Milo, Marek, Emiliano, and Austin R. Many others also dared to brave the high ropes course. Some of those include Jordan, Jared, Nate, Tristan, Cody, Kiera, and Hanah. After all who were interested moved on to cookie baking (many were involved). At the same time the pool was open, so many others were able to enjoy a refreshing swim. Finally we wound the night down with dinner and campfire, where we all sang old songs, and enjoyed these wonderful outdoors.
July 18th 2007
The cozy campers awoke this morning to music. Soon after everyone headed up to the deck for a delectable breakfast of hash browns bacon and eggs, plus strawberries bananas with yogurt.
The sky began to look dreary as the eager campers headed to campfire in the morn. The morning lake group headed out with Marrissa and Emma as the horse group headed towards the barn. It was going to be a very special day, as campers and counselors alike prepared for outpost and the backpacking trips between activities. Although the campers had bright hopes for the rest of the day and night, the clouds thought otherwise as they drenched or cheery camp, and forced everyone onto the deck. Although our previous plans were soaked, we still were able to improvise, by playing fun music and dancing the afternoon away J. During this time the directors decided in a meeting that it would be better to postpone outpost till tomorrow when everything (and everyone) would be drier. Once the rain had calmed, we moved onto archery vaulting, TAPS prep, and rock climbing. Finally the evening slowed down with dinner and guitar lessons, with Camile.
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Session 3 begins!
Sunday 7/15
All the eager third session campers arrived today in the afternoon (for the most part; a few arrived in the evening). They met their cabin counselors and cabin-mates, becoming better acquainted through meadow games. Later that evening everyone had a delicious dinner of spaghetti and meatballs! During twilight time, campers entertained themselves through various activities. They then proceeded to a very successful campfire, where counselors and campers alike explained their respective roles at camp (i.e. C.I.T.’s, J.C.’s, Horse Masters, Mountain Bike Specialists, Trek and Jr. Trek, etc…). All campers then went to their beds and slept peacefully.
Monday 7/16
Campers awoke to the beautiful music of “White Flag” by Dido and walked to breakfast, which just happened to be the world famous coffee cake. The campers then cleaned their cabins and got ready for the day. They all assembled at morning campfire as the directors took role check and listed the morning activities of mountain biking with Jorge and Emma, BMX with Alex and Lindsay. The morning lake group left with Gipper and Melissa as riding lessons started at the barn with Mark Dodge and Adelaide. High ropes was a great way for the Junior Trekkers and campers to bond led by Ellie, Brendan, Kyle and Uli.
Later that morning kids could be found at interesting activities such as yoga with Emma, clay and painting with Adam and Jennilee, riflery with Alex and football with Willy and Jake. Cindy and Mark led archery, while Lindsay and Jake played lacrosse. After an awesome lunch of sloppy Joe’s, campers rested for a short while before having their swim checks. After cooling down at the pool, campers partook in activities like ping pong with Jenny and dance with Steph. Fun card and dice games such as mafia with Kasi, poker with Jake, and thumper with Brett were particularly popular. Later on, campers were able to learn guitar with Cindy and Camille and make yummy ice cream with Adelaide and Jenny B. After the pool with Kyle and Adam, at 4P.M. everyone went back to their cabins for family hour, where campers got the chance to spend quality time with their cabin-mates and counselors.
With their stomachs growling, campers walked back up to the dining deck to eat an authentic Mexican dinner. After dinner campers had a choice of different activities such as pictionary with KT, Hide and Seek with Cindy, Jenny and Kate, and Kayaking with Alex, Uli and Brendan. At 9P.M. all campers went back to their cabins to get ready for bed after an exhausting day. If the first day of this third session is any indication, we are all in for a great two weeks!
All the eager third session campers arrived today in the afternoon (for the most part; a few arrived in the evening). They met their cabin counselors and cabin-mates, becoming better acquainted through meadow games. Later that evening everyone had a delicious dinner of spaghetti and meatballs! During twilight time, campers entertained themselves through various activities. They then proceeded to a very successful campfire, where counselors and campers alike explained their respective roles at camp (i.e. C.I.T.’s, J.C.’s, Horse Masters, Mountain Bike Specialists, Trek and Jr. Trek, etc…). All campers then went to their beds and slept peacefully.
Monday 7/16
Campers awoke to the beautiful music of “White Flag” by Dido and walked to breakfast, which just happened to be the world famous coffee cake. The campers then cleaned their cabins and got ready for the day. They all assembled at morning campfire as the directors took role check and listed the morning activities of mountain biking with Jorge and Emma, BMX with Alex and Lindsay. The morning lake group left with Gipper and Melissa as riding lessons started at the barn with Mark Dodge and Adelaide. High ropes was a great way for the Junior Trekkers and campers to bond led by Ellie, Brendan, Kyle and Uli.
Later that morning kids could be found at interesting activities such as yoga with Emma, clay and painting with Adam and Jennilee, riflery with Alex and football with Willy and Jake. Cindy and Mark led archery, while Lindsay and Jake played lacrosse. After an awesome lunch of sloppy Joe’s, campers rested for a short while before having their swim checks. After cooling down at the pool, campers partook in activities like ping pong with Jenny and dance with Steph. Fun card and dice games such as mafia with Kasi, poker with Jake, and thumper with Brett were particularly popular. Later on, campers were able to learn guitar with Cindy and Camille and make yummy ice cream with Adelaide and Jenny B. After the pool with Kyle and Adam, at 4P.M. everyone went back to their cabins for family hour, where campers got the chance to spend quality time with their cabin-mates and counselors.
With their stomachs growling, campers walked back up to the dining deck to eat an authentic Mexican dinner. After dinner campers had a choice of different activities such as pictionary with KT, Hide and Seek with Cindy, Jenny and Kate, and Kayaking with Alex, Uli and Brendan. At 9P.M. all campers went back to their cabins to get ready for bed after an exhausting day. If the first day of this third session is any indication, we are all in for a great two weeks!
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Friday the 13th...
We've fallen a little behind on our blogging this week, but with a new wireless router installed in the program office, we're hopeful that we will be able to stay more up-to-date from now on!
A recap of yesterday's adventures:
Friday the 13th…
Everyone woke up in high spirits today because it was coffee cake morning, which is a delicious start to the day. Our kayakers – Ruth C, Leilani G, Ally M, and Louis L, were up early to head out for an all-day kayaking adventure on the Feather River with staff Craig, Alex, and Brendan, and Junior Instructors Kaylie and JD. Junior TREK left once again for a fun and exciting day at a natural waterslide. We can’t wait to hear all about it! The brave high ropes group (Travis B, David K, Justin S, PG H, Matt M, Felix G, Todd G, Emma T, and David N) spent the morning climbing various things way up in the trees. Riding lessons continued with Ally B, Zoe J, Seirra T, Derek B, Lia M, David G, Laura S and Lola G. Our morning lake group, Madi W, Brittany K, Olly I, Kate B, Alma B, and Jeanne L, partook in waterskiing, kneeboarding, and wake boarding. Lunch was especially delicious: it was French Dip day! Some activites after lunch included nameball, pool, weights, drama, and shooting at the .22 range. Camp is super-excited for party night tonight, after dinner and awards. Since the date is Friday the 13th, the dance theme is Halloween.
A recap of yesterday's adventures:
Friday the 13th…
Everyone woke up in high spirits today because it was coffee cake morning, which is a delicious start to the day. Our kayakers – Ruth C, Leilani G, Ally M, and Louis L, were up early to head out for an all-day kayaking adventure on the Feather River with staff Craig, Alex, and Brendan, and Junior Instructors Kaylie and JD. Junior TREK left once again for a fun and exciting day at a natural waterslide. We can’t wait to hear all about it! The brave high ropes group (Travis B, David K, Justin S, PG H, Matt M, Felix G, Todd G, Emma T, and David N) spent the morning climbing various things way up in the trees. Riding lessons continued with Ally B, Zoe J, Seirra T, Derek B, Lia M, David G, Laura S and Lola G. Our morning lake group, Madi W, Brittany K, Olly I, Kate B, Alma B, and Jeanne L, partook in waterskiing, kneeboarding, and wake boarding. Lunch was especially delicious: it was French Dip day! Some activites after lunch included nameball, pool, weights, drama, and shooting at the .22 range. Camp is super-excited for party night tonight, after dinner and awards. Since the date is Friday the 13th, the dance theme is Halloween.
Monday and Tuesday...
Monday 7/9
This morning, Coppercreek offered many activities to our campers, including kayaking, oil painting, and rugby. We also opened the Vertical Playground this morning at High Ropes, which everyone enjoyed. The morning lake group – Max I, Mira L, Elise L, and Zoe J – had a great time wakeboarding, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. After lunch, Thin Air Patrol (our skill-based climbing program) opened at the climbing wall, where campers practiced climbing, belaying, and rappelling. At horses, there were two hours of vaulting, mini driving, CHA, and Saddle Club. In the evening, everybody had a great time learning new songs at campfire.
Tuesday 7/10
Junior Trek left today for a 3-day backpack trip to Summit Lake in Lassen National Park. The TAPS (Raphael L, Lola G, Jeanne L, Emma T, Jeff M, Ruth C, and Aly B), left for an overnight climbing adventure at the Loading Zone, a local climbing favorite. Meanwhile, back at camp, the morning continued. Campers participated in many exciting activities, including mountain biking, rugby, and fishing. After a great lunch of grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup (a personal favorite of Lauren D and Alex G), the afternoon continued with pool games, cookie baking, and riflery. At the barn, there was vaulting with Mira L, Taylor K, Seirra T, Sidney M, Megan M, and Tess L, as well as the Purple Mini Driving Group. Tonight, we all enjoyed Craig and Becky’s excellent barbecue for dinner, and then moved on to evening activities like canoeing, fishing, mountain biking, and soccer.
This morning, Coppercreek offered many activities to our campers, including kayaking, oil painting, and rugby. We also opened the Vertical Playground this morning at High Ropes, which everyone enjoyed. The morning lake group – Max I, Mira L, Elise L, and Zoe J – had a great time wakeboarding, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. After lunch, Thin Air Patrol (our skill-based climbing program) opened at the climbing wall, where campers practiced climbing, belaying, and rappelling. At horses, there were two hours of vaulting, mini driving, CHA, and Saddle Club. In the evening, everybody had a great time learning new songs at campfire.
Tuesday 7/10
Junior Trek left today for a 3-day backpack trip to Summit Lake in Lassen National Park. The TAPS (Raphael L, Lola G, Jeanne L, Emma T, Jeff M, Ruth C, and Aly B), left for an overnight climbing adventure at the Loading Zone, a local climbing favorite. Meanwhile, back at camp, the morning continued. Campers participated in many exciting activities, including mountain biking, rugby, and fishing. After a great lunch of grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup (a personal favorite of Lauren D and Alex G), the afternoon continued with pool games, cookie baking, and riflery. At the barn, there was vaulting with Mira L, Taylor K, Seirra T, Sidney M, Megan M, and Tess L, as well as the Purple Mini Driving Group. Tonight, we all enjoyed Craig and Becky’s excellent barbecue for dinner, and then moved on to evening activities like canoeing, fishing, mountain biking, and soccer.
Sunday, July 8, 2007
Catching up on session 2...
The last few days have been busy in our office, but we finally have nearly a week's worth of updates for our readers! Be warned: this is a long post!
Monday Night 7/2
Monday night started off with fun evening activities. There was a cool canoeing trip and a fantastic fishing excursion, the kids did great! Among many evening activities, there was an intense game of ultimate ultimate Frisbee and a night bike ride. The TREKKERS, C.T.T’s and the J.C’s headed down to Lynne’s Pond in a trust walk for a night of s’more making and teen bonding. By lights out, everyone was safely settled down into their bunks.
Tuesday 7/3
Coppercreek woke up to a reviving breakfast of English muffins with sausage and a side of fresh yogurt and crunchy granola. Sadly, TREK (Kathie, C, Kate E, Claire B, Blaine H, Maddie S, Holden D, Taylor L, Paul B, Evan D) left us this morning, but we know they will be having fun at the Lava Beds National Park. However on a higher note, our horse lovers had their second lesson of the session and are already improving greatly. Our adventurous high ropers including the cabin of Swamp, Amber W, Ally M, Leilani G, Ruth C, Brianna C, and Lola G rocked on all morning high up in the trees. The morning lake group (Archie T, Max I, Brittany K, Jeanne L, Raphael L, Jeff M, Blake M, and Jordan S) headed out for a day of sun, lake, and water sports galore, including wake boarding, kneeboarding or waterskiing. The 10:15 recon group sneakily stole the netting from the cabin Battleship without being noticed. What a feat! After a delicious lunch of corn dogs and tater tots, the afternoon lake took off for chills and thrill on the lake, including the lucky ladies of Billabong and Zoe and Anna F. Also, Junior TREK left for an exciting adventure in the beautiful ice caves. Cookie baking was a popular activity this afternoon, especially with Jenny B, who partook in many a cookie today. Tonight is campfire night, full of songs and skits, so stay tuned to hear about the rest of the week!
Wednesday 7/4
Our fourth of July morning started out with the playing of patriotic music to get everyone inspired. Breakfast was a hearty meal of eggs, bacon and good old oatmeal. Our adventurous Junior TREKKERS took off again this morning for an exciting backpack overnight to Yellow Creek. Horse lessons continued this morning as usual with Megan M, Aly B, Sierra T, Zoe J, Archie T, Derek B, David G, Felix H, PG H, Jeff M, Taehli S, and Lauren D. Today was also tie dying day with Gipper. Right before lunch horse lessons continued with Taylor K, Ryleigh H, Jordan S, Leilani G, Ruth C, Tess L, Isabelle C, Ama B, Molly U, Laura S, and Mat W. Other exciting activities in the morning included Frisbee gold or as we like to call it, FROLF. High ropes, name ball, and riflery also continued. In honor of the fourth of July, lunch was red, white and blue today, and the most spirited cabin won prizes. After a relaxing rest hour, the afternoon kicked off with the pool, which was refreshing after 98 degree weather! The afternoon also included activities such as guitar, martial arts and vaulting on horses.
Thursday 7/5
This morning campers returned from an exciting outpost, where they spent the night roasting their dinner and dessert by fire and sleeping under the stars. Once in camp the campers took showers and rested until activities started. At 11:00 campers chose from an assortment of activities. After lunch kids had an extended rest hour to recoup from their outpost night. At 2:30 a pool party began due to the record heat. Campers participated in a variety of games for prizes. The campers chose from a watermelon seed spitting contest, water balloon toss, dorky diving, and a spoon and ping pong ball race. At 4:00 the festivities ended and regular activities began.
Friday 7/6
This morning, all of the campers went to regular activities and all out C.I.T’s were allowed to go to the high ropes! The TREKKERs came back and everyone was very happy to see them after three days. They have been hiking and caving. Today was still very hot and in the afternoon everyone wanted to go to the pool as well as other activities such as karaoke, ice cream making, water balloon volleyball, and vaulting. We are also preparing for an art show in which everybody will have an opportunity to showcase his or her talent! Additionally, all the campers are very excited because they are anticipating the party night at camp. The theme is red white and blue and will surely be great fun!
Saturday 7/7
The weather finally cooled down. Thank goodness, just in time for TREK and Junior TREK to continue their wilderness adventures. TREK headed out for a four day backpack and a two day white water rafting trip. Junior TREK set out for a hike up Lassen Peak. The Friday night dance was a huge success! Campers danced until 9:30 including the limbo, the Macarena and the Hustle. Club Med and Graceland won the ice cream sundaes for having the cleanest cabins. Other campers munched on popsicles. Everyone had a great time. Tonight we are all very excited to play capture the flag, which is a Coppercreek favorite.
Monday Night 7/2
Monday night started off with fun evening activities. There was a cool canoeing trip and a fantastic fishing excursion, the kids did great! Among many evening activities, there was an intense game of ultimate ultimate Frisbee and a night bike ride. The TREKKERS, C.T.T’s and the J.C’s headed down to Lynne’s Pond in a trust walk for a night of s’more making and teen bonding. By lights out, everyone was safely settled down into their bunks.
Tuesday 7/3
Coppercreek woke up to a reviving breakfast of English muffins with sausage and a side of fresh yogurt and crunchy granola. Sadly, TREK (Kathie, C, Kate E, Claire B, Blaine H, Maddie S, Holden D, Taylor L, Paul B, Evan D) left us this morning, but we know they will be having fun at the Lava Beds National Park. However on a higher note, our horse lovers had their second lesson of the session and are already improving greatly. Our adventurous high ropers including the cabin of Swamp, Amber W, Ally M, Leilani G, Ruth C, Brianna C, and Lola G rocked on all morning high up in the trees. The morning lake group (Archie T, Max I, Brittany K, Jeanne L, Raphael L, Jeff M, Blake M, and Jordan S) headed out for a day of sun, lake, and water sports galore, including wake boarding, kneeboarding or waterskiing. The 10:15 recon group sneakily stole the netting from the cabin Battleship without being noticed. What a feat! After a delicious lunch of corn dogs and tater tots, the afternoon lake took off for chills and thrill on the lake, including the lucky ladies of Billabong and Zoe and Anna F. Also, Junior TREK left for an exciting adventure in the beautiful ice caves. Cookie baking was a popular activity this afternoon, especially with Jenny B, who partook in many a cookie today. Tonight is campfire night, full of songs and skits, so stay tuned to hear about the rest of the week!
Wednesday 7/4
Our fourth of July morning started out with the playing of patriotic music to get everyone inspired. Breakfast was a hearty meal of eggs, bacon and good old oatmeal. Our adventurous Junior TREKKERS took off again this morning for an exciting backpack overnight to Yellow Creek. Horse lessons continued this morning as usual with Megan M, Aly B, Sierra T, Zoe J, Archie T, Derek B, David G, Felix H, PG H, Jeff M, Taehli S, and Lauren D. Today was also tie dying day with Gipper. Right before lunch horse lessons continued with Taylor K, Ryleigh H, Jordan S, Leilani G, Ruth C, Tess L, Isabelle C, Ama B, Molly U, Laura S, and Mat W. Other exciting activities in the morning included Frisbee gold or as we like to call it, FROLF. High ropes, name ball, and riflery also continued. In honor of the fourth of July, lunch was red, white and blue today, and the most spirited cabin won prizes. After a relaxing rest hour, the afternoon kicked off with the pool, which was refreshing after 98 degree weather! The afternoon also included activities such as guitar, martial arts and vaulting on horses.
Thursday 7/5
This morning campers returned from an exciting outpost, where they spent the night roasting their dinner and dessert by fire and sleeping under the stars. Once in camp the campers took showers and rested until activities started. At 11:00 campers chose from an assortment of activities. After lunch kids had an extended rest hour to recoup from their outpost night. At 2:30 a pool party began due to the record heat. Campers participated in a variety of games for prizes. The campers chose from a watermelon seed spitting contest, water balloon toss, dorky diving, and a spoon and ping pong ball race. At 4:00 the festivities ended and regular activities began.
Friday 7/6
This morning, all of the campers went to regular activities and all out C.I.T’s were allowed to go to the high ropes! The TREKKERs came back and everyone was very happy to see them after three days. They have been hiking and caving. Today was still very hot and in the afternoon everyone wanted to go to the pool as well as other activities such as karaoke, ice cream making, water balloon volleyball, and vaulting. We are also preparing for an art show in which everybody will have an opportunity to showcase his or her talent! Additionally, all the campers are very excited because they are anticipating the party night at camp. The theme is red white and blue and will surely be great fun!
Saturday 7/7
The weather finally cooled down. Thank goodness, just in time for TREK and Junior TREK to continue their wilderness adventures. TREK headed out for a four day backpack and a two day white water rafting trip. Junior TREK set out for a hike up Lassen Peak. The Friday night dance was a huge success! Campers danced until 9:30 including the limbo, the Macarena and the Hustle. Club Med and Graceland won the ice cream sundaes for having the cleanest cabins. Other campers munched on popsicles. Everyone had a great time. Tonight we are all very excited to play capture the flag, which is a Coppercreek favorite.
Friday, July 6, 2007
Session 1 ends, Session 2 begins...
The last few days of session 1 went by in a blur, and we were so busy with the transition that we fell behind in our blog postings. Thanks for bearing with us!
Thursday 6/28 part 2.
“The Stars Are Out” talent show took place on our very own campfire stage tonight! We were graced with incredible performances by campers, staff, CITs, and JCs. Some highlights included Monica A’s flexibility, Michael O’s singing, Patrick L’s rendition of “I Hung My Head” on guitar, Justin C’s guitar skills, and a skit by all the girls of Treehouse. Even our vaulters got in on the talent fum, with Griffin B, David G, Alex O, Taryn L, and Tess L showing off their skills!
Friday 6/29.
This Friday was the last full day of first session, which meant that Catherine D, Fish, Molly D, Sarah F, Laura O, Kate K, Monika H, and Sarah P went on the very last lake group, and James O, Peter L, Justin C, Tim Y, Emerson K, Joe G, Simone S, Rebkah M, and Griffin B all did high ropes in the morning. Kate E, Gina T, Brendan S, Maddie S, Ginger B, Taylor A, Claire S, Valary Z, Peter L, Andre G, and Michael O all went canoeing at Round Valley in the afternoon, and had a blast! Other than those exciting excursions, the usual fun activities too place. After dinner and packing time, everyone headed over to campfire for awards and the drama play. Awards were presented to campers who participated in horses, TAPS, Kayaking, and Mountain Biking, The play was a Coppercreek version of Cinderella, featuring counselors Adam and Emma, JC Camry, and a cast of talented campers. We ended the night with a party! The theme was Wild Wild West, so everyone dressed up in their best western attire. After dancing the night away, campers were serenaded to sleep by the staff and JCs.
Saturday 6/30 Last Day of First Session!
Today was bittersweet, saying good bye to friends and to camp, but looking forward to seeing family and home. We were sad to see the campers go, but look forward to seeing them next summer!
Sunday, 7/1, First day of Session 2!!!
All of us here at Coppercreek were so excited to meet all the new campers today! We got to k now everyone better with some big fun icebreaker games, and introductions at evening campfire. Session two is off to a great start!
Thursday 6/28 part 2.
“The Stars Are Out” talent show took place on our very own campfire stage tonight! We were graced with incredible performances by campers, staff, CITs, and JCs. Some highlights included Monica A’s flexibility, Michael O’s singing, Patrick L’s rendition of “I Hung My Head” on guitar, Justin C’s guitar skills, and a skit by all the girls of Treehouse. Even our vaulters got in on the talent fum, with Griffin B, David G, Alex O, Taryn L, and Tess L showing off their skills!
Friday 6/29.
This Friday was the last full day of first session, which meant that Catherine D, Fish, Molly D, Sarah F, Laura O, Kate K, Monika H, and Sarah P went on the very last lake group, and James O, Peter L, Justin C, Tim Y, Emerson K, Joe G, Simone S, Rebkah M, and Griffin B all did high ropes in the morning. Kate E, Gina T, Brendan S, Maddie S, Ginger B, Taylor A, Claire S, Valary Z, Peter L, Andre G, and Michael O all went canoeing at Round Valley in the afternoon, and had a blast! Other than those exciting excursions, the usual fun activities too place. After dinner and packing time, everyone headed over to campfire for awards and the drama play. Awards were presented to campers who participated in horses, TAPS, Kayaking, and Mountain Biking, The play was a Coppercreek version of Cinderella, featuring counselors Adam and Emma, JC Camry, and a cast of talented campers. We ended the night with a party! The theme was Wild Wild West, so everyone dressed up in their best western attire. After dancing the night away, campers were serenaded to sleep by the staff and JCs.
Saturday 6/30 Last Day of First Session!
Today was bittersweet, saying good bye to friends and to camp, but looking forward to seeing family and home. We were sad to see the campers go, but look forward to seeing them next summer!
Sunday, 7/1, First day of Session 2!!!
All of us here at Coppercreek were so excited to meet all the new campers today! We got to k now everyone better with some big fun icebreaker games, and introductions at evening campfire. Session two is off to a great start!
Monday, July 2, 2007
First Session Update
MONDAY: Part Deux
To finish up the day the entire camp got together for the final campfire of the session. All the cabins including the C.I.T’s who had not yet done a skit performed. And then of course lights out and sleeping campers.
TUESDAY
Today the TAPS (Thin Air Patrol) Overnight left camp to rock climb, and hang out. Monica A, Rebekah M., Simone S., Valery Z., Agnes A., and Will M. were the lucky camper participants in this adventure. We had two lake trips today- Emerson K., Brendan S., James O. and Peter D., went in the morning, while Mat W., Adam O., Casey N., and Taryn L., and went in the afternoon. While these campers were enjoying themselves wakeboarding, water skiing, and kneeboarding, activities continued at camp, including a chance to cool off by playing water balloon volleyball. Dinner was BBQ night, which comes only once a session! For this special treat we had hamburgers, hotdogs, and chicken followed by brownies for dessert. Evening activities included canoeing and fishing out of camp, and a huge game of soccer in the meadow, or other amazing activities.
WEDNESDAY
Once again we had two lake groups, normal activities and the usual morning riding lessons continued. In the mornings, Brianne C. Brendan S. Sarah P., and Taryn L. went to the lake in the morning and Brianna J., Mariah D., Marina N., and Joe G. went in the afternoon. During rest hour we packed lunches for everyone because it was picnic night! Every cabin got to pack their own food outside to eat dinner and hang out. After dinner a small group of went on another fishing trip, but all campers still at camp went on the counselor hunt! The C.I.T’s and J.C’s headed out to Lynne’s pond for an evening filled of socializing bonding and s’more making until it was dark.
THURSDAY
Camp was awoken by the usual music, but an hour later because it was sleep-in day! After a delicious pancake breakfast and extended cabin cleanup we did an all camp cleanup, because the camp gets full of t rash when we have lots of fun. Once the camp was spotless we all gathered in the meadow with as many belongings as possible attached to ourselves, because it was the Dutch Action, which is a fun game where all the cabin groups engage in friendly competition. Today was a day for sleeping and reviving because we had an extended rest house and only two hours of afternoon activities. During family hour, Jenilee, our crafts director put together a wonderful art exhibit and an exciting fashion show to display all the tie dyed clothing and other things campers have made art crafts. Tonight we have our talent show, stay posted for a report of the most entertaining acts.
To finish up the day the entire camp got together for the final campfire of the session. All the cabins including the C.I.T’s who had not yet done a skit performed. And then of course lights out and sleeping campers.
TUESDAY
Today the TAPS (Thin Air Patrol) Overnight left camp to rock climb, and hang out. Monica A, Rebekah M., Simone S., Valery Z., Agnes A., and Will M. were the lucky camper participants in this adventure. We had two lake trips today- Emerson K., Brendan S., James O. and Peter D., went in the morning, while Mat W., Adam O., Casey N., and Taryn L., and went in the afternoon. While these campers were enjoying themselves wakeboarding, water skiing, and kneeboarding, activities continued at camp, including a chance to cool off by playing water balloon volleyball. Dinner was BBQ night, which comes only once a session! For this special treat we had hamburgers, hotdogs, and chicken followed by brownies for dessert. Evening activities included canoeing and fishing out of camp, and a huge game of soccer in the meadow, or other amazing activities.
WEDNESDAY
Once again we had two lake groups, normal activities and the usual morning riding lessons continued. In the mornings, Brianne C. Brendan S. Sarah P., and Taryn L. went to the lake in the morning and Brianna J., Mariah D., Marina N., and Joe G. went in the afternoon. During rest hour we packed lunches for everyone because it was picnic night! Every cabin got to pack their own food outside to eat dinner and hang out. After dinner a small group of went on another fishing trip, but all campers still at camp went on the counselor hunt! The C.I.T’s and J.C’s headed out to Lynne’s pond for an evening filled of socializing bonding and s’more making until it was dark.
THURSDAY
Camp was awoken by the usual music, but an hour later because it was sleep-in day! After a delicious pancake breakfast and extended cabin cleanup we did an all camp cleanup, because the camp gets full of t rash when we have lots of fun. Once the camp was spotless we all gathered in the meadow with as many belongings as possible attached to ourselves, because it was the Dutch Action, which is a fun game where all the cabin groups engage in friendly competition. Today was a day for sleeping and reviving because we had an extended rest house and only two hours of afternoon activities. During family hour, Jenilee, our crafts director put together a wonderful art exhibit and an exciting fashion show to display all the tie dyed clothing and other things campers have made art crafts. Tonight we have our talent show, stay posted for a report of the most entertaining acts.
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