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Fun Friday recap!

Submitted by Gretchen Presnell on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 11:14pm
Posted on December 12, 2011 by Gretchen Presnell

What a great kick-off for our Fun Fridays!  We loved seeing your enthusiasm for Camp and the creativity in your posts.  The countdown to summer just got a little bit more fun!  We are so glad that you are spreading your love for Camp whether it is using your Sea Gull/Seafarer pens to study for your exams, enjoying a Fudgesicle break at work, or showing your spirit on the Tea Cups at Disney!  You even brought the Camp spirit into the Holidays.

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50th Celebration Weekend Recap

Submitted by Gretchen Presnell on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 3:58pm
Posted on October 12, 2011 by Gretchen Presnell

What a wonderful 50th Celebration weekend.  The continued positive influence of Camp was represented by the attendance of campers and staff from all five decades and from places all over the country.  We had close to 1,000 people reconnecting and rekindling Camp friendships and sharing fond memories.  We are truly grateful for everyone’s involvement and dedication to this special place.  Our Camp community really "makes it happen."

 

 Weekend highlights:

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Desperados Dominate Kickball

Submitted by Gretchen Presnell on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 11:10am
Posted on October 05, 2011 by Gretchen Presnell

The Sea Gull and Seafarer young alumni have joined together in Raleigh to form a kickball team called the "Desperados."  They are in the middle of their season competing against other teams in the Raleigh Park and Rec league.  It has provided a wonderful opportunity to stay connected with Camp friends in the area and meet people from slightly different generations.  Last night's game brought another victory, winning 11-2!  All of those summers hanging out at athletics are proving to be useful on the kickball field...

 

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Head Counselor Look Alike Contest

Submitted by Gretchen Presnell on Sat, 08/06/2011 - 3:33pm
Posted on August 06, 2011 by Gretchen Presnell

This morning at breakfast was Seafarer's Head Counselor Look Alike Contest.  One camper from each cabin dressed up like their Head Counselor and practiced their best impression.  Once on stage, the acts ranged from sharing common phrases, telling a short story, or leading a spirited camp cheer.  Our winners were Lucy Sauls from Camp I, Perry George from Camp II, Mary Lesley Parson from Camp III, and Sarah Fellman from Camp IV.  These four representatives sat at the Speaker Table with their Head Counselors at lunch and helped run the meal.  Who kn

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