Hello Chippies!
The week is off to a great start. Today was
Camper Counselor Switch Day. I always love this day because it tends to bring
out the best in both our campers and staff. On this day each staff member
trades places with an older camper. That camper and staff member exchange some
clothing with one another, and for all intents and purposes, become one another
for a day! The camper-counselor will (help) teach the activity that her new
self teaches and will even share a cabin of campers to “look after”. The staff
has a great time too because they actually get to be campers for a day, and
participate on activities. I, for example, became Lakeview camper Claire S. She took on my role for the day and I got to do some
of the activities on HER schedule. She helped book the baggage truck
for next week, organized marketing material, and even led an admin meeting
before lunch. I got to stand on her chair in the lodge and sing camp songs, and
she got to quiet the lodge down and lead announcements (who do you think got the
better end of that deal?!). This kind of silliness happened all over camp
today, but it was also neat to see some of the older campers stepping up and
taking the day to new heights. It was pretty cool!
Tonight
is Song Fest! This is one of Chippewa's older Tan & White traditions. The
girls have been working so hard to put this unique program together, and we
know it will be a hit! Each team develops a theme and creates a cheer which
reflects that theme. Hand motions choreographed in alignment with the cheer, as
well as LOTS of glitter and makeup create an amazing sight to see! The winning
team 's cheer will forever be sung in the lodge and passed down from generation
to generation. We still sing some songfest cheers from three decades ago around
here!
Tomorrow
is Kahuna Day! Sister program to our first session UN Day event, Kahuna day is
full of healthy competition and amazing spirit! The camp will be split up into
four teams (colleges) and they will compete all day long in all sorts of fun
activities. The energy is great and the girls have a blast. When you see the
colorful photos you will know that its Kahuna Day that you are looking at!
The
week ahead is going to be action packed. From Tan & White to amazing
evening programs and special events this could be the best week 7 in Chippewa
history! Stay tuned for photos and Tweets!
All
best
Cliff
