The Name Game

Zipping down the water slide at our camp reunion

During our camp reunion back in August, one of the highlights for the alumnae was sliding down our brand new water slide.  The tower stands at 30 feet high and the vinyl slide itself slides for 50 feet.  It is so much fun to climb the tower and then fly down the slide to the lake below!  Here are some great photos of the slide that were taken during the summer.

Now that the slide has been broken in properly by all of our campers and alumnae, we are ready to come up with a creative name.  A few suggestions have been put forward, but a name has not stuck.  If you have any suggestions just send us an email at office@rockbrookcamp.com or comment below.  You may just become a part of Rockbrook history by inaugurating the slide with an official Rockbrook name.  Let us hear from you!

Congratulations Kristin and James!

We were so happy to learn of the recent nuptials of Rockbrook alumna Kristin Abele.  Kristin and her husband James were married on January 14th in Key Biscayne, Florida.  A mini Rockbrook reunion took place as Kristin’s sisters Lauren and Madi (both former campers), as well as Anne Romatowski and Kelley Hubbell were in attendance.  Kelley, Anne and Lauren were even able to come to Florida a week early for a some fun adventures before the big event.  Kristin reported that lots of camp songs were shared that week, even at the wedding.  We love that Rockbrook spirit!  Kristin even mentioned that many of the wedding guests could instantly recognize the special bond that all RBC girls share!

Rockbrook Spirit

Here is an update from Kristin herself:

“As an update for me…aside from getting married…I started my own business, with my husband in fact. We own and operate The Found Gen, which is a story/scripting group based in Miami that offers writing and editing services with an emphasis on marketing to businesses–we write copy for websites, blogs, newsletters, email marketing campaigns, proposals, marketing presentations, film scripts, commercial scripts, keynote speeches and more–and now after our wedding, we’ve even started getting requests for wedding ceremonies now! And, I completed my first novel last year and now that the wedding has come and gone–i’m aiming to edit it and send it out to be published this Spring.”

Congratulations Kristin and James!  We are so happy for you both.

Kelley, Kristin, Madi, Lauren and Anne

Rainbow over Rockbrook

While driving out to Rockbrook recently we spotted this amazing rainbow!  If there was a pot of gold to be found, where better than to find it at RBC?  I wonder where it would be?  Maybe near the Junior Lodge, Castle Rock, Rockbrook Falls or Dunns Rock?  Where do you think it would be?  I think the hidden treasure of RBC is the treasure we carry in our hearts filled with the wonderful people, friendships and memories that we all share!

In the words of poet William Wordsworth: “My heart leaps up when I behold a rainbow in the sky.”

The 2011 Carrier Pigeon

We just received this years Carrier Pigeon- hot off the presses and it is dedicated to YOU- the Rockbrook Alumnae who keep the spirit of Rockbrook alive all over the world!  Thank you for being such wonderful supporters of the scene of your girlhood dreams! Here’s to 90 more summers of fun, friendship, memories and adventure.

2011 Carrier Pigeon dedication page

Holiday Fun in Brevard, NC

The holidays are officially here when Brevard celebrates with the annual Holiday Parade and Twilight Tour.  If you are in the area come on over to Brevard this weekend and join the fun.  The Twilight Tour will be held on Saturday, December 4 from 11-4 in the downtown shopping district.  Highlights of the day will include carriage rides, carolers, live music at the courthouse, dancers, local vendors and of course, a visit from Santa.

Visit The Heart of Brevard for more information.  We hope to see you there!

Fabulous Fall at Rockbrook

It’s hard to believe the color that has appeared at camp in the last few days!  Fall has definitely arrived.  We hiked around a bit today and were so impressed with the display of Fall in all it’s glory.  The crunching of leaves underfoot as we walked down the line and the sparkle of color reflected in the lake was magical. It’s a special thing to get to watch our beloved Rockbrook as it prepares for it’s winter hibernation.

Nancy Carrier’s Family Legacy

Caroline, Emily and Hannah -Nancy Carriers Great- Great Granddaughters with their Aunt Helen and Grandfather Gus

Each summer we are always thrilled to have campers in attendance whose family members are also former campers.  This year we were especially excited as we had three campers during our Third Session who are the great-great grandaughters of Nancy Carrier, Rockbrooks’s founder!  It was so great seeing their enthusiasm about camp and knowing how proud their great great grandmother would be to see them as campers!

The Spirit of Rockbrook is with you always!

Rockbrook Reunion Countdown!

Calling all Rockbrook Alumnae… The Rockbrook Reunion countdown has begun- only 45 days until the big weekend, August 26-28. We can’t wait!!  If you have already registered- hooray!  We can not wait to see you!  If you would like to participate, please take a moment to register now as spaces are limited and are filling quickly.  Registration details and materials can be found on our website.  It’s sure to be a great weekend!  Here’s to celebrating 90 summers with you!