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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

You Want Me to Eat That?

You Want Me to Eat That?

I don’t think my mother ever forgave me for learning to eat tuna salad at Camp, and pushing hers away. I’m not sure what it was, simple hunger, boredom, or the fact that her recipe contained things that didn’t set well. As you might imagine, food, and the meal service,... read more

Who'll Buy My Childhood Memories- Why we keep our childhood memories

Who'll Buy My Childhood Memories- Why we keep our childhood memories

As I write this, there is a vintage Camp Mishawaka shield and feather plaque for sale on Ebay for $675. We’ve been watching it, as it’s been there awhile. I see now there is another listed for $900! I suggested to someone (jokingly) that if it sells for that price,... read more