Known for our beautiful waterfront and fantastic staff, Takodah is one of New England’s great summer Camps. Named in 1916, we have a rich history, deep traditions, and a program focused on giving youth the skills to build great friendships. We also have a full website available and will be posting daily photo galleries on our Facebook page.Tumblr (3.0; @camptakodah)http://blog.camptakodah.org/<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqib4va4361qbmmkzo6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqib4va4361qbmmkzo8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqib4va4361qbmmkzo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqib4va4361qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqib4va4361qbmmkzo7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lqib4va4361qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p><p class="p1"><strong>Adventure Camp—Berkshire Bonanza!</strong></p> <p class="p1">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!</p> <p class="p1">For more photos of the trip, check out our Facebook album: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/camptakodah">www.facebook.com/camptakodah</a></p></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/9392231602http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/9392231602Thu, 25 Aug 2011 19:12:00 -0400<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/3ZXsBgSDRd0?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>Here’s a <em>TAKODAH GLOBE</em> news report about camp’s “Stay Warm Drive.”</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/9135371961http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/9135371961Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:01:10 -0400<p><p class="p1">The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>In the Office </strong>b</span>y: Sam van de Ven</p> <p class="p4"><span class="s1"><span> </span>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.</span></p> <p class="p5"><span class="s1"><span> </span></span></p> <p class="p4"><span class="s1"><span> </span>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.</span></p> <p class="p5"><span class="s1"><span> </span></span></p> <p class="p4"><span class="s1"><span> </span>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.</span></p> <p class="p5"><span class="s1"><span> </span></span></p> <p class="p4"><span class="s1"><span> </span>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.</span></p> <p class="p4"><span class="s1"><span> </span>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.</span></p> <p class="p5"><span class="s1"><span> </span></span></p> <p class="p4"><span class="s1"><span> </span>Despite changing jobs from working maintenance to being in the office, it appears Eric enjoys being at camp wherever he is.</span></p></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997899977http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997899977Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:26:59 -0400<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/FDVyBjvUl5c?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog.</p> <p>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!</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997779953http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997779953Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:22:19 -0400<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq117iEgWn1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><p class="p1">The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog.</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>Ten-Year Jackets</strong> by Kiley Russell</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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.</span></p></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997694065http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997694065Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:18:53 -0400<p><span>The <em>TAKODAH GLOBE</em> is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.</span></p> <p><span> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>CT’s Waterfront Life</strong> by Grace Durnan</span></p> </span><span>Here at the waterfront there are many fun activities for us girls to participate in, such as: boating, inner tubing, free swim, windsurfing, water volleyball and water polo!</span><span> <p class="p2"><span class="s1"> </span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span> </span>Almost every girl at camp participates in a waterfront activity under the watchful eyes of our leaders.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span> </span>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!</span></p> <p class="p1"><em><strong><span class="s1">Swim Classes</span></strong></em></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Level 3: Level 3 is focused on getting girls used to the water, and preparing them for the higher levels.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Level 5: Level 5 is where the girls begin to perfect the strokes.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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!</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span> </span>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!</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span> </span>I know a very popular cabin activity is painting yourself, then jumping in the lake!</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><span> </span>All in all, the waterfront is the place to be here at CT!</span></p> </span></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997624239http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8997624239Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:16:14 -0400<p>The <em>TAKODAH GLOBE</em> is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.</p> <p class="p1"><strong><span class="s1">The Nomad Monads </span></strong>by Kira Clark and Ali Furrier</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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.”) </span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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!</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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!</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Cabin 8: You know those huge war canoes down at the waterfront? They’re really fun so come down and use them!</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Cabin C: Do you like mysteries? If so, come down to Cabin C and find out about the “disappearing cabin.”</span></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8702976269http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8702976269Tue, 09 Aug 2011 17:03:00 -0400<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpoibqqE8y1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpoibqqE8y1qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpoibqqE8y1qbmmkzo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpoibqqE8y1qbmmkzo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>The<em> TAKODAH GLOBE </em>is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>The Waterfront</strong> by Kiley Russell</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">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!</span></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8702836848http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8702836848Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:59:00 -0400<p>The TAKODAH GLOBE is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.</p> <p><strong>“Rachel Howe”</strong> by Laura Coffin and Caitlin Thurston<br/><br/> We interviewed Rachel Howe, and these are her answers:<br/><br/> “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!</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8493850090http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8493850090Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:53:20 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lpfjofgLDe1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>The<em> TAKODAH GLOBE</em> is our camper-run newspaper/blog class.</p> <p>“Cabin C” by Molly Dorion, Maggie Heneghan, and Anna Lyons<br/><br/>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. <br/><br/>Some of our clues were:</p> <p>1. It’s on a mysterious tilt.<br/>2. There were seven cobwebs.<br/>3. There was a light on in the cabin but no one was there.<br/>4. It was very messy.<br/>5. There were random pieces of wood scattered around the cabin.<br/><br/>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.</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8493739367http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8493739367Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:50:38 -0400<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lowq6ifn6O1qbmmkzo6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lowq6ifn6O1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lowq6ifn6O1qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lowq6ifn6O1qbmmkzo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lowq6ifn6O1qbmmkzo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lowq6ifn6O1qbmmkzo5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Adventure Camp continued out on the shores of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Our second trip was for one week in the second week of boys session two. We challenged ourselves surfing and sea kayaking and followed several coastal hikes that explored the sand dunes, salt marshes, freshwater ponds and beaches of the stunning National Seashore. Together we took part in some first-class surfing at Head of the Meadow Beach. We sea kayaked in the Nauset Marsh and made our way out to dip our feet in the Atlantic Ocean.  We also visited great fresh water ponds and the towering sandy cliffs of White Crest Beach. At the end of any hard day of surfing and hiking we made sure we found time to play on the beach, cool down in a fresh water swimming hole or watch the sun set from the shoreline of our favorite beach. It was another incredible week of adventure camp—we hope more campers will join us next year!</p> <p class="p1">Check the CT Facebook page at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/camptakodah">www.facebook.com/camptakodah</a> for more photos of the trip!</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8055638207http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/8055638207Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:56:00 -0400<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo6_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo7_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo8_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo10_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_loe9mn7lxs1qbmmkzo11_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>We’ve had a lot of Ten Year Jackets at Boys Camp this year! On Sunday, June 10, four leaders earned their jackets. They were: Dan Gogolen, Tim Heneghan, Eric Eschner and Nick Herdeg. Congratulations to all of them!</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7664400443http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7664400443Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:42:06 -0400<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lo0rqlIQUV1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><p class="p1">Adventure Camp is back in full swing out on the rocky crags of one of the most pristine national forests in New Hampshire. Our first trip was for one week in the second week of boys session one. We challenged ourselves on the granite cliffs, summits, and tree tops of the White Mountains National Forest. The focus of this experience was high energy adventure. Together we took part in some first class climbing at Cathedral Ledge and Sundown Cliffs. We explored the alpine environment of Mt. Moosilauke and Zip-lined the high treetops around Lincoln. We also took plenty of time to enjoy local waterfall hikes and at the end of any hard day of hiking and climbing we made sure we found a cool swimming hole before dinner. When we returned to Camp Takodah, we concluded our trip with a sunrise hike on Gap Mountain—a memorable end to an incredible week of adventure camp.</p> <p class="p1">Check out our Facebook page for more photos!</p></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7383263921http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7383263921Fri, 08 Jul 2011 10:47:08 -0400<img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnu3ow2r4L1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnu3ow2r4L1qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnu3ow2r4L1qbmmkzo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnu3ow2r4L1qbmmkzo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnu3ow2r4L1qbmmkzo5_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Today, Cabin 16 built the <em>SS Untamed Sixteen</em>, a (not) very seaworthy vessel. They worked hard, though, and had a lot of fun building it. The raft-building challenge is a great cabin activity, and these guys certainly enjoyed it!</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7245912041http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7245912041Mon, 04 Jul 2011 20:22:01 -0400<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/E9ZRn_gqeyI?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p><span>Today was our last day of Boys First session! We’re sad, but at least we know that many of our friends will be back again next year. Speaking of which, check out the video for a little message.</span></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7162151749http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7162151749Sat, 02 Jul 2011 13:54:11 -0400<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/o5gRfXwhnF0?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p><span>The Staff Show on Wednesday Night featured a lot of great skits for campers to enjoy. Here’s one, a performance by Lucie, Chris, Liam, Willy T., and Claire, of the elementary school favorite, “Don Gato.”</span></p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7129829176http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7129829176Fri, 01 Jul 2011 15:56:00 -0400<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnnwv0t2sz1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnnwv0t2sz1qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnnwv0t2sz1qbmmkzo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Last night at CT Ceremony, we celebrated four Takodians who have spent ten years here at Takodah. Staff members Pat Tenero, Ethan DeWitt and Perry Wasserbauer, and LIT Harrison Wasserbauer, were presented with jackets. Then, their friends who have spent the past ten years with them spoke about their experiences together. It was wonderful to honor these Takodians in front of their real-world and camp families.</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7122658237http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7122658237Fri, 01 Jul 2011 12:08:56 -0400<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/BDH09ilFIKs?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>Cabin activity is the time where campers get to spend quality time with their whole cabin group. Leaders plan activities each day, and sometimes team up with other cabin groups. Here’s a very short video from inside the parachute! Some of our oldest campers, the LITs, spent time with some of our youngest campers, in Cabin 20, playing lots of games. Everyone had a blast!</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7088153505http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/7088153505Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:15:23 -0400<img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnh62l5IsO1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnh62l5IsO1qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnh62l5IsO1qbmmkzo3_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnh62l5IsO1qbmmkzo4_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>The Adventure Trip headed out today! They arrived to camp yesterday, and settled into the Adventure Village for a night. While they were here, they got to zip across the lake on our zip line! This morning, after breakfast, they packed up and headed out to the White Mountains, where they’ll spend time climbing and hiking. We’re sure they’ll have a great time!</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/6993954670http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/6993954670Mon, 27 Jun 2011 20:44:40 -0400<img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnge0rLOex1qbmmkzo1_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lnge0rLOex1qbmmkzo2_500.jpg"/><br/> <br/><p>Congratulations to 10-Year Takodians Alex Ball and James Toye, who received jackets yesterday in a special ceremony that honored their time here at camp. Staff members and former campers told stories and shared memories about these two staff members. The 10-year jacket has been a tradition at Takodah since 1930, when the Elwells received jackets celebrating their first ten years at Takodah</p>http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/6974453262http://blog.camptakodah.org/post/6974453262Mon, 27 Jun 2011 10:44:39 -0400