No Regrets

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 07

It was another great day on Old Forge! In spite of the threatening storms, we had a sunny and beautiful day here at camp without a drop of rain. I am ...

More to this Mountain

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 06

We had another fantastic day at Highlander today. This morning after breakfast, I announced that since we have all been happy and healthy at Highlande...

Weekend Update

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 03

We have had an AMAZING weekend on Old Forge Mountain! It has been SUPER busy, but oh so much fun!! There was no time to stop and write yesterday, so I...

Camp Cool

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 02

As a parent, I realize that “cool” is constantly changing before I can get a firm understanding of what “cool” is, especially at camp. While “cool” is...

Adventure Seekers

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 01

Outdoor activities such as hiking, canoeing, kayaking, or camping have become more and more popular in society over the past few years, especially dur...

You Always Have a Choice

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 30

One of the repeated themes in the Fitzgerald household is “you always have a choice.” Things in life may happen to you, but you always have a choice a...

Because of the Rain

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 29

We believe that everything is more fun at camp, even rain. It’s true. Today was a very rainy day, but even in the rain there is sunshine in the eyes a...

The Gift of Camp

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 28

I LOVE the first full day of a camp session. I love waking up to the bell for the first time, gathering at reflect together for the first time and emb...

Window Into Our World

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on June 24

We got awesome feedback from parents that Opening Day was smooth, easy and convenient with the new drop off! Thank you for all that you did to make to...

(CH)allenge Yourself: Celebrate the National Day of Unplugging!

Posted by Camp Highlander on March 04

Nomophobia. Or rather, NO MObile PHOne phoBIA. As in, the fear of not having your phone. According to about a hundred different studies, well over hal...

The Legacy Project Update!

Posted by Camp Highlander on February 19

It’s the middle of February, and while most of our mountain home lies dormant and cold, the Assembly Court is a constant hub of activity (just like du...

More To This Mountain: The Song

Posted by Camp Highlander on November 07

It all started with two brothers from Fort Lauderdale by the name of Fisher. The older, Pete, was shorter and wore thick-framed glasses wherever he we...

Camp Recipes for the Holidays!

Posted by Camp Highlander on November 06

If your social media feeds and email inboxes are anything like ours, they’re blowing up right now with holiday-themed EVERYTHING: festive gatherings, ...

Overcoming Fears

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on October 29

As you’re reading this, Bryan and I are likely driving down a rain-soaked road somewhere between Louisiana and North Carolina. We’re rushing back home...

Autumn On Old Forge

Posted by Camp Highlander on October 23

Sometimes Participation DOES Deserve an Award

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on September 12

With a blog title like that, I know what you’re likely thinking (cue the dramatic eye-roll) … but, hear me out! I realize we live in the age of partic...

Everything You Need to Know About Highlander Home Shows!

Posted by Camp Highlander on September 04

The beginning of fall means the return of three things: football, pumpkin spice everything, and, most importantly, CAMP HIGHLANDER HOME SHOWS! Every f...

Shout Out to Session B

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 10

Dinner tonight lasted until 7:15 (one hour and fifteen minutes!!!), as campers and staff lined up to shout-out their cabinmates, counselors, activity ...

ONE LOVE: MISSION ACCOMPLISHED

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 09

I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."

Be A Kid Again

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 08

Today is national BE A KID AGAIN DAY. If you could go back and pick a day to be a kid again, which day would you choose? I would definitely choose a d...

SIMPLE JOYS

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 08

Being sprayed with a hose on a hot summer’s day, a piggyback ride from a friend, a slip-n-slide that doesn’t quit or just soaking up the sunshine with...

The Best Part of Waking Up

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 06

When I was growing up, I remember being so exicted to wake up on Saturday mornings to watch cartoons on the couch. I remember those popular jingles fr...

What Really Matters Most

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 05

At Camp Highlander we believe that it’s not what you do that makes life fun, but who you are doing life with. After six days with our cabin groups, ou...

Happy Birthday America!

Posted by Melissa Fitzgerald on July 04

Happy Birthday America! We had a wonderful day celebrating this great country with our annual 4th of July celebration, Stars & Stripes. This is my...