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Camp Changes, Our Ideals Don't

Camp Changes, Our Ideals Don't

A Changing Camp for a Changing Youth in a Changing World - That is the title of the 6 page report that was compiled by one of my predecessors, Cap Cavins, and a cohort of camp directors in 1967. I recently discovered it while cleaning my office. Never mind that... read more

What if Uncertainty IS the Point?

What if Uncertainty IS the Point?

Whoever made the (very short) list about the only two things that are certain - death and taxes - forgot an important one. Uncertainty itself. Even in an age that allows me access to mountains of historical information and predictions with the click of a link, certainty is elusive. Professional... read more

I'm Logger Dan and You're Not- Lessons from a Lumberjack

I'm Logger Dan and You're Not- Lessons from a Lumberjack

“I’m Logger Dan and You’re Not”, that was the closing remark we chose to end the few videos I took of Dan Carlson plying his trade- either cutting down trees or sharpening saws. A lot of wild claims came out of his mouth, but this declaration was most certainly true.... read more

Is Registering for Camp Like Buying a Car?

Is Registering for Camp Like Buying a Car?

Picking a Camp Ain’t Buying a Car- Or is it? A few weeks ago I inquired to several online auto sellers about the availability of vans they had for sale. Suffice it to say my inbox has blown up with a constant stream of emails, and my voicemail box has... read more