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Choosing Gratitude (And Other Hard Things)
Tonight I want to share with you a slightly different version of my Reflect at the Rock I shared with camp this morning. Today I talked to everyone at...
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B-IG Energy
What an incredible day we’ve had on Old Forge today! The moment the gates of camp swung open this morning and our Session B campers started to arrive,...
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Session A: One for the Books
The last day of camp always arrives faster than we expect — but today, as we enjoyed out last five periods of activities in Session A 2025, it was cle...
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Tuesdays & Traditions
One of the best parts of camp life is the deep sense of tradition woven into every day. Traditions at Camp Highlander are the threads that connect our...
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Feels Like Home to Me
At Camp Highlander, we know that what makes camp truly unforgettable isn’t just the activities — it’s the people you share them with. After nearly a w...
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Sundays that Give Space
Sundays at Camp Highlander are intentionally slower, less structured, and always full of sweet surprises. They offer the perfect balance of rest, refl...
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Saturdays Are for the Campers
We LOVE Saturdays at Camp Highlander! This Saturday of Session A was full of all of our favorite things…sleeping in, Dunkin’ Donuts for breakfast, a f...
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Courage and Creativity
Today was another beautiful, bright, joy-filled day at Camp Highlander. Our schedule was full — with on-camp activities, off-camp hikes, rafting adven...
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A Field Full of Friends
From the moment the bell rang this morning, we knew it was going to be a great day! With sunshine pouring over the mountains and blue skies stretching...
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The Power of Choice
Today at Camp Highlander, we were all in for our first Camper’s Choice Day — a day built entirely around one beautiful thing: the power of choice. Cam...
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Dancing Our Way Through Session A
Today at Camp Highlander was one of those magical mountain days where the weather kept us on our toes — beginning with bright blue skies and warm suns...
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The Best Place on Earth
It’s only the second day of camp — but our hearts are already full. Full of fun, full of friendship, and full of the kind of joy that only Camp Highla...
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Camp Highlander: Where We Belong
At Camp Highlander, belonging isn’t just a feeling—it’s our mission. From the first high-five at check-in to the quiet moments around a campfire, our ...
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Kickoff 2025: No Joke
The fun, joy, and growth we’ve seen this week at Kickoff Camp has been NO JOKE. Every day brings something new to celebrate, but what stands out most ...
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Fun Days and Magical Nights
Today was one of the most anticipated days of the session—Camper’s Choice Day—a time when camp buzzes with possibility and campers step into the drive...
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Laughter, Sunshine & Rain
Laughter is the soundtrack of summer at Camp Highlander. Whether the sun is shining high above the mountains or rain is falling softly over camp, ther...
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A Canoe Built for Two (Or Ten)
By Day 3 at Camp Highlander, something beautiful starts to happen—campers stop feeling like strangers and start feeling like family. And if you paid c...
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Camp Confidence
There’s something special about the second day of camp—the moment when the nervous energy of arrival begins to shift into something richer: discovery....
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Great Day to Kickoff Summer
This morning, as I stood in the dining hall making announcements, I was filled with a deep sense of purpose and anticipation. After days of training, ...
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New Camper Blog Series: A Letter from A Highlander Counselor
Dear Camp Highlander Parent, You’re about to do something brave—and we know it’s not easy. You’re getting ready to send your child to Camp Highlander....
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New Camper Blog Series: What To Expect on Opening Day
We cannot wait for ALL of our campers to arrive, but there’s something truly special about welcoming our new campers for the very first time. That fee...
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New Camper Blog Series: Packing for Camp...Don't Forget Your Voice
Packing for camp is one of the best ways to build excitement and anticipation for the summer ahead. It’s not just about rolling up socks or labeling t...
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New Camper Blog Series: What to Say to Your Child Before Camp This Summer (and What Not to Say)
Sending your child to camp is a big milestone—for you and for them. As parents, we want to make the transition smooth, and often that means preparing ...
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New Camper Blog Series: Practicing For Camp
Hello from Old Forge Mountain, New Camper Families! It’s May, which means the countdown is officially on—camp is just around the corner! Here at Camp ...
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