It’s a colorful day here at Camp Starlight, and we’re not just talking about the sun shining on our beautiful surroundings. Campers and staff alike are showing their patriotism with some pretty wild and crazy red, white, and blue outfits. Whacky hats, flag shorts and shirts, headbands adorned with American flags or red, white, and blue streamers, and even leis are standard wardrobe all over campus today. Of course, 4th of July here at Camp Starlight is synonymous with SWF and fireworks. The buzz all day has been about who the teams will be, what messy substance will be in the ring, and, most importantly, who will take home the championship belt. In anticipation, campers have been busy making signs to help them cheer on their favorite counselors and other staff members. They’re also anticipating the annual 4th of July fireworks. Every day is a great day at Camp Starlight, but the July 4th holiday is always extra special!
Archive for July, 2012
Camp Starlight Goes Red, White, and Blue
Wednesday, July 4th, 2012What Camp Means to Me
Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012
Today, Upper Debs Jodie K. and Marni C. gave us some insight about what camp means to them…
“Hi, my name is Jodie K and this is my 7th summer at camp Starlight. I am now thirteen. Since I was seven, I have been fortunate enough to call this camp my home. Without using a cliché, this camp mean to me in one simple word: EVERYTHING! I am given the appropriate amount of freedom while being taught lifelong lessons like communication, honesty, and respect. What most thirteen year olds in today’s society don’t realize is that with today’s technology, kids don’t know how to communicate with others effectively. Using texting and other forms of social media, kids avoid ever contacting each other directly. Here at camp where no technology is allowed, it gives me the chance to get to know my favirte people in the whole world. People I call my sisters, roles models, and friends for life have made this experience even better. Everything this camp has done for me has made me a stronger person for the better.”—Jodie K.
“This is my sixth summer at Camp Starlight and I’m an Upper Deb. What camp means to me is a home away from my home. When I come to camp, I always feel safe and comfortable around staff and other campers. When I think of Camp Starlight, I think of myself making memories that will last a lifetime. For example, when I go home during the winter, I ways laugh with my home friends and share those memories. Camp is a place that you go to for a majority of your summer and you never want to leave. The day before I leae for camp, I have butterflies in my stomach, and the day I leave to go home from camp I have tears. Camp Starlight is a special place that will be in my mind and heart forever.”—Marni C.
The Starlight Playhouse Goes Technicolor
Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012The Debs and Plebes brought a lot of color to the Camp Starlight Playhouse with their performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat. The choreography, costumes, and backdrops were all equally creative and impressive. Audience members were still buzzing after the show about how our campers, led by our Playhouse staff, a talented group of people who always do an amazing job running one of the most beloved programs here at Camp Starlight, had once again surpassed all expectations. The shows here at Camp Starlight just keep getting better and better. We can’t wait to see the next one!
Checking in with Junior Boys
Sunday, July 1st, 2012
Today, we asked a few of our Junior Boys what their favorite camp activity has been so far. Although they were hard pressed to choose at first, here are their answers:
“My favorite thing at camp is waterskiing. I like it because it’s a water activity. I like when you go really fast too!!”–Jack
“My favorite thing in camp is gaga because it’s fun. Another favorite thing is newbomb because you can catch the ball. Yeah!”–Luke
“My favorite thing is waterskiing because I love going in the water and stuff that is in the water or on top of the water.”–David
A “Wild” Dance Party at Camp Starlight
Sunday, July 1st, 2012Last night was a “wild” night here at Camp Starlight! Everyone dressed in their craziest outfits, put a little bit more gel in their hair than usual, and danced the night away at the jungle themed dance parties. And let us take this opportunity to say that we have some SERIOUS dancers here at Camp Starlight! About the only thing wilder than the scene on the dance floor was the costumes. From tutu’s to teased up hair, sunglasses, wacky hats, and, yes, maybe even a silly nose or two, the crazier the costume, the more vogue the look at this dance party. The Camp Starlight Special Events team once again outdid themselves with another amazing evening that was immensely enjoyed by all and provided the perfect action to roll into another beautiful day on the Camp Starlight campus.
