Summer Camp Feelings

“Rockbrook is a haven.
Well, that’s how it feels to me.
The crystal streams, the endless sky,
The tall and leafy trees…
I love the beauty of this place,
And all the things to do,
Like riding, swimming in the lake,
And climbing towards the blue.
Camp’s the best time of the year,
But the days – they just fly by!
Before long we’re at Spirit Fire,
Tears flooding our eyes.
It’s sad that camp must end so fast,
But one thing’s always true:
Through all our days, oh Rockbrook,
We will never forget you.”
— Nell, camper 2nd session 2007

Rockbrook Camp at Daybreak

Rockbrook Camp at daybreak
Sun just rising over the hill
Birds are chirping of happiness
My heart with love it does fill

The fragrence of newly opened flowers
Who also took their nights rest
They look just recently sprayed
With dew, carefully and the morning fairies best.

When the day is over and into bed I go,
Everything is peaceful
For Rockbrook Camp I know.

—Nancy B., camper 1959