Kids Summer Program

Is it possible to have “too much summer camp?” According to Abby Brunks, in her recent Atlanta Journal Constitution article, the answer might be yes. Ms. Brunks fears that being at summer camp can become an extension of the busy, overly scheduled life most kids experience throughout the school year. She believes that kids need a “good long break to just hang out,” and therefore cautions parents not to send their kids away to summer camp (particularly “specialty camps” apparently) for “weeks on end.”

Here at Rockbrook, we understand this concern. That’s why we build into every day a good amount of free time when campers can just “hang out.” There’s time to sit on the porch and talk, explore one of the camp streams, goof around with your cabin mates, make up a song, write a letter, or just relax. For years we’ve recognized this as one of the great opportunities of camp— it’s a chance to experience carefree summer living, to have the freedom to decide for yourself what you feel like doing, while having so many fun options easily available. That’s why coming to camp is so great. Sure at home you may be able to hang out, but you won’t have near the opportunity to try new things, meet new people, and explore nature. And because it is so refreshingly different from home or school, weeks easily seem like days.

Hello from Cara

And speaking of Cara, our summer equestrain program director at Rockbrook, she sent along this super cool photo she used this year as a Christmas card. We love the color and black and white effect. Do you recognize everybody from last summer? That’s Jonah, Nyles, Cara (of course! ), Zee and Danny. Everybody looks just great, and we can’t wait to see the whole crew at camp this summer!

NC Snow at Rockbrook Camp

You may have heard that here in Brevard we’ve been getting some wonderful winter weather lately. Since it’s so different from the summer, we thought you’d get a kick out of seeing some snow at camp. Recognize this cabin? Yep, it’s Goodwill.

Camp Blog News

Great news! We were just added to the EatonWeb Blog Directory. It’s the oldest blog directory on the internet, and is very particular about which blogs the editors accept. The main editorial review they wrote about us is particularly excellent. Here it is.

“This is the online journal of the Rockbrook Camp for Girls, a summer camp located in the mountains of North Carolina. Having been established in 1921, the camp itself is steeped in history, and this blog (started in January 2005) is a brave step forward into cyberspace. Along with camp announcements and info on their program, staff, and campers, the blog offers a great sneak peek into the camp’s fun activities courtesy of photos and experiences from camp alumnae. We can’t stress enough the coolness of the photos here; they alone are enough reason to visit the Rockbrook Camp blog. Parents might even get a tip or two about kids’ activities which they can carry out in their own backyards!”

The New Queen – Chase!

Look who was crowned the Brevard High School Homecoming Queen last Friday Night. Yep, it’s Chase! It’s no surprise to us, because we all know she’s the queen of fun at Rockbrook. Way to go Chase!