Moser
As I have reflected on my time working at Camp Friedenswald this summer, I am reminded of the importance of a place like this for learning and growth. As children become less and less connected with nature I think that having spaces that afford children with opportunities to explore nature become more and more important.
Birds, Bugs, and Berries
As the summer comes to a close, we pause to reflect on the stories that shaped us. The second story comes from two-year returning summer staff Patrick Estell (College of…
Sabbatical reflections
Among the graces received during the sabbatical was the reconnection and renewal that came through time spent in the woods here at Camp. To experience the trails, the trees, the creatures, with fresh perspective and space was a real gift – and to experience them with my family added additional layers of joy. Below is an excerpt of a journal I kept during those weeks, providing a glimpse into my experience on sabbatical.
Signing off
On July 23, the last day of family camps, the summer staff who remained congregated in the dining hall with Jenna and several other year-round staffers for our final gathering….