Camp Takodah Daily
Adventure Camp—Berkshire Bonanza!
Adventure Camp finished up the year with a tripping Bonanza out to the Berkshire Mountains, Massachusetts. We threw ourselves into challenging activities on our high ropes course before heading out for two solid days of rock climbing at a site known as Rose Ledges. In the evenings, we swam and relaxed in some pristine waterholes and lakes, and sat around eating creative and wonderful camp fire snacks as we talked of the days’ accomplishments. We hiked trails in Mohawk Trail State Forest and played many fun team games in our spare time. One of the highlights at the end of the week was the high-adrenaline White Water Rafting down the Deerfield River. When we returned back to camp, we cemented the week with a final challenge know as the ‘Giant Swing’ on Takodah’s Ropes Course. We pulled each camper up 45ft into the air and let them swing through the forest. A trip that is sure to be remembered by all. We are so proud of all the adventure campers this year and what they have achieved. We look forward to seeing you all next year on a great adventure with Camp Takodah!
For more photos of the trip, check out our Facebook album: www.facebook.com/camptakodah
Here’s a TAKODAH GLOBE news report about camp’s “Stay Warm Drive.”
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.
In the Office by: Sam van de Ven
Eric Eshner, 22, was forced to come to Camp Takodah to be a camper in Cabin six, but ten years later today, Eric sees it was definitely for the best, Eric has taken in many roles at camp, including: working maintenance, being a boys camp leader, being Assistant Waterfront Director, and I interviewed him on his most recent job he has been maintaining in the office.
Eric came to work in the office about three weeks ago. He had been previously working maintenance but while playing basketball with Liam, broke his tibia, and changed to work a less physically strenuous, sitting office job.
Eric’s favorite part of working in the office is being able to spend time with Kevin and Micci. He describes the work environment as stress-free and instead humorous. Even though injured, a typical day in the office for Eric is busy, consisting of listening to morning meeting, answering the phone, filing paperwork, giving campers emails/letters, and his special “entrepreneurship,” working the Camp Store at fourth period free time.
Eric works at Camp Takodah all summer for eleven weeks, living in The Overlook. When away from camp, Eric lives in Bristol, Connecticut and this fall he will be attending college at Western Connecticut State University. Eric is a very active person his least favorite part of the job is the amount of sitting. His favorite sports are football, basketball and running. Eric has participated in a lot of running in sports including when he ran cross country and track and field.
He considers the best time of day at camp to be 5:00pm when he is off work and can enjoy all of the activities he loves or head down to the dining hall, crossing his fingers the dinner will be the nearly retired dish, “steak-ums,” steak and cheese grinders.
Despite changing jobs from working maintenance to being in the office, it appears Eric enjoys being at camp wherever he is.
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog.
In addition to continuing to upload some articles written by members of the Takodah Globe class, this week we’ll also include some video blogs and news reports. Stay tuned!
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog.
Ten-Year Jackets by Kiley Russell
We interviewed Mary, Courtney and Gail about getting their 10-year jackets. Even though they have had their bad days, they are all really excited to get their jackets. The stories of the former campers will make it quite a night. Even if some don’t come back next year, they will definitely miss Camp Takodah.
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.
CT’s Waterfront Life by Grace Durnan Almost every girl at camp participates in a waterfront activity under the watchful eyes of our leaders. There are classes, and almost every waterfront activity has a class, so all of the girls who really love the water can have classes that they love! Swim Classes Level 3: Level 3 is focused on getting girls used to the water, and preparing them for the higher levels. Level 4: Level 4 focuses on getting the girls to learn strokes such as the front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, breast stroke, side stroke and butterfly. Level 5: Level 5 is where the girls begin to perfect the strokes. Level 6: Level 6 is where you truly perfect the strokes, learn how to do different types of flip turns, and even do some lifeguard prep! When I talked to some of the teachers, I got mostly the same response. It was that the water is always prepared! Libe Mori, teacher of levels 4 and 5, said, “The water is always ready for your mood,” when I asked her about her thoughts on the water! I know a very popular cabin activity is painting yourself, then jumping in the lake! All in all, the waterfront is the place to be here at CT!
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.
The Nomad Monads by Kira Clark and Ali Furrier
As the theme of their division, the Nomad Monads are being represented by wandering the camp and appreciating the unappreciated, showing that everything has value. Each cabin has been assigned an object in camp to support, to help it regain its popularity.
Cabin 14: Have you ever seen that weird looking tree next to Cabin 14? Ever think, it looks kind of like a giraffe? Well, then you’re right! If you’ve never seen the giraffe tree, come check it out on the way to A field.
Cabin 13: When you come to Camp Takodah, Grube is an amazing place to sit and read a good book. From old books to artifacts, this little building is also great for quiet group activities.
Cabin 12: The Monad Twins seem just like any old boring bathroom. Although, Macho Manor and the Monad Twins were actually the first bathrooms at camp. (Hence the name, “the Twins.”)
Cabin 11: Are you one of those people who needs more exercise? Even if you’re not, try going down the Waterfront Steps. You’ll get more exercise, and it’s faster.
Cabin 10: Next time you need a life jacket for a boat, don’t just pick any random one. Take an orange one! They’ll keep you safe, and one size fits all!
Cabin 9: Some people don’t even notice the sun dial near the flag area. Next time you pass it by, see if you can find out what time it is!
Cabin 8: You know those huge war canoes down at the waterfront? They’re really fun so come down and use them!
Cabin C: Do you like mysteries? If so, come down to Cabin C and find out about the “disappearing cabin.”
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.
The Waterfront by Kiley Russell
The waterfront is a fun and refreshing place to kick back and cool off. You could go sailing, kayaking, canoeing and of course swimming. Try to get a silver or gold tag by doing challenges like Titanic or Yellow Submarine. So the classes that take place at the waterfront are windsurfing, swim lessons, kayaking, sailing/boating, and canoeing. You can sign up for all those classes at Hobby Nook. There are a lot of different animals that can be found at the waterfront like water snakes (harmless), fish and frogs. Wherever you are on the waterfront, you can always find something fun to do!
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.
“Rachel Howe” by Laura Coffin and Caitlin Thurston
We interviewed Rachel Howe, and these are her answers:
“What is your favorite part of being a leader?” She said, “Hanging out with my campers.” Her second question was, “Are Penacooks hard to deal with?” Her answer was, “Sometimes.” Then we asked, “Do you have proof that Cabin C is haunted?” She said, “No.” Next we asked her, “What was your favorite division as a camper?” Her answer was, “Cherokees.” Rachel was my first leader and she’s…AWESOME!
The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.
“Cabin C” by Molly Dorion, Maggie Heneghan, and Anna Lyons
Cabin C is said to disappear at midnight. We wanted to find out if this was true. We decided to investigate by searching the cabin for clues.
Some of our clues were:
1. It’s on a mysterious tilt.
2. There were seven cobwebs.
3. There was a light on in the cabin but no one was there.
4. It was very messy.
5. There were random pieces of wood scattered around the cabin.
The results are very mysterious but that doesn’t mean it’s haunted. We’re sorry but we did not have enough clues to come to a conclusion. Maybe someone will find out in the future.
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