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SUNDAY FUNDAY

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 24

Today was Sunday Funday, and to be honest…EVERYTHING about today falls under the “Favorites of the Day.” We had the BEST day at camp, and it all start...

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A Fair to Remember

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 23

Tonight we had Country Fair - the signature EP and arguably most popular EP of the session. The Gillespie Gymnasium was transformed into a down-home ...

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We're Making History

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 22

After 60 years of history at Camp Highlander, there is rich tradition that fills our days and our nights. These traditions are what make Camp Highlan...

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Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 21

The cabin unit is the heart and soul of the Camp Highlander culture. It fosters a sense of belonging and value in each and every one of it’s campers. ...

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Making Choices

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 20

I wonder how many decisions a person makes in their life. Think of all the choices you have made that have made you the person you are today. One of ...

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Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 19

One of the things I love most about summer camp is the long-lost art of letter writing. We live in a busy world. We seek out convenience, speed and ef...

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Picture Perfect

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 18

Life is like a camera... Focus on what's important, Capture the good times, Develop from the negatives, And if things don't work out, Take another Shot.

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Opening Day Session A: Before I Leave Camp I...

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 17

Opening Day Session A 2018 was a fantastic day! As each car pulled through the gates of camp, the staff got more and more excited about the two weeks ...

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Passing the Torch

Posted by Karl and Shelley Alexander on June 13

Dear Camp Highlander Family, Shelley and I happily shared a lifelong dream of one day owning and operating a summer camp. Our goal was to use this dre...

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Free Play

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 13

After three days together, the cabins seem to be in the routine of camp. Our first-year campers are no longer “new” to camp. They have found comfort i...

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Free to Learn

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 12

We’ve had another great day at camp! You may notice long sleeves in some the photos today, as we have had a slight overcast sky (no rain today) hiding...

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That's a First

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 11

With every new summer, every new session and every new camper we celebrate “firsts.” Today we had our first breakfast of the summer, our first Reflect...

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Opening Day: The Greatest Show

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 11

As the gates opened at 9:00 am for Opening Day, I found myself singing “THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW!” Have you seen The Greatest Showman? If not, I high...

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Family Camp 2018!

Posted by Adam Knechtel on May 29

Another Family Camp has come and gone, and we find ourselves once again treasuring all of the incredible moments shared with one another. Sending your...

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The Power of Thankfulness

Posted by Camp Highlander on April 12

We often celebrate Thankful Thursday here at Camp Highlander. And, with today being Thursday once again, we found ourselves reflecting on what makes t...

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Old Forge Updates!

Posted by Adam Knechtel on April 4

Though winter is seemingly overstaying its welcome at Camp Highlander (we have a slight chance for snow this weekend), our year-round staff and mainte...

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The Perfect Place for Practice

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on March 21

When I was growing up, I would often hear the phrase, “practice makes perfect.” Whether it came from a teacher referring to my math facts, my tennis c...

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Living Camp Happy Every Day

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on February 13

One of the things I find amazing about camp is that every day is a day that ends in “y.” Now, you might be thinking, “Of course it is, Melissa! Every ...

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Four Ways to Make CH2018 the Best Summer Ever!

Posted by Adam Knechtel on January 15

New Year’s resolutions are set each January by those seeking to improve their lives with the incoming year. From diets and fitness plans to financial ...

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Summer Fades, CHIF is Forever!

Posted by Adam Knechtel on September 27

Summer is officially over. The days have grown shorter, the temperature has dropped, and the trees throughout camp are freckled with the first colors ...

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Thank You!

Posted by Adam Knechtel on August 23

We’re feeling particularly thankful this Thursday as we reflect upon the incredible summer of 2017 and all of the wonderful people who helped make it ...

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Highlander Alumni: We Totally Dig You!

Posted by Camp Highlander on August 4

As another incredible summer at Highlander comes to an end, we’re reflecting on all of the amazing memories that were made on Old Forge over the past ...

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The Final Week!

Posted by Adam Knechtel on July 31

Believe it or not, the final week of camp is already upon us … it seems like just yesterday we opened the front gates for the first time. But, the sum...

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Color War - The Final Day!

Posted by Adam Knechtel on July 29

Color War 2017 has been every bit as exciting and competitive and fun to watch as anyone could have expected! Both the White Knights and the Red Devil...

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