Time flies when you’re having fun! 

Somehow we’re already past the one week marker of camp and our Second Session campers have found their grove. Our days have been full of hiking trips, intercamps, and more. The weather here has been stunning, perfect warm days for swimming in Crescent Lake and beautiful  evenings ideal for crazy evening programs, sweater weather, and gathering around campfires. We can’t wait for our Council Fire tonight! As the end of July creeps up, we celebrated the return of our 8th and 9th graders from their adventurous trips into the wilderness. These trips (hiking through coastal Maine and rafting in the North Woods) are not just about experiencing the beauty that Maine has to offer. These trips extend far beyond the campfire circle and create memories that will last a lifetime.

The week has been full of a little bit of everything. We’ve had inter-camp competitions against other camps in soccer, lacrosse, basketball, and archery! The Laurel South spirit is always on full display, cheering on our teammates, celebrating our victories, and respecting our opponents with every bullseye, goal, and point scored. We’re always so proud of our campers, win or lose, for the way they conduct themselves in the spirit of competition. As we look ahead, excitement is building through camp as we prepare for our annual Laurel South Carnival just a few days away! The Laurel South Carnival is a celebration of summer. We’re looking forward to a day filled with laughter, games, and cotton candy. It’s a chance for campers to let loose, whether through face painting, dunk tanks, or the wide array of inflatable challenges.

Although the days keep rolling by, each one is filled with memories to hold. Here in Maine, amidst laughter and adventure, lifelong bonds are formed and cherished, making each summer day at Laurel South one to remember. Here’s to another week of memories!