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Staying Connected

3/23/2020

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The dogs are barking again. It’s what they do even when their people are quarantined. Nothing has changed for them. Maybe they have noticed we are home more often, but they seem unconcerned about the state of things.  Other dogs are out walking with their people and we feel the side glance of hope as our dogs would like to get a turn walking. Thankfully they have a big yard as their people are inconsistent walkers at best. That is something that hasn’t changed. What has changed of course for all of us is how we are existing in an uncertain time.

At CYO Camp we have shifted to working from home and if on camp property we work in physical solitude connecting via our electronic devices. We are happy to do so to help keep the virus away. We are happy to help protect ourselves and others. Another change we have noticed is that folks are turning to and tuning more and more into what is happening online. You may have noticed that as well; camps and outdoor places are staying connected with electronic offerings such as web cams and online opportunities. Count us in on that!

We can’t play at camp in person, but we can enjoy a small bit of camp via the internet. Look for opportunities from us every day or so with links to nature/craft activities, videos, web cam offerings, and more.

To get us started here is an easy activity to get us outside. The sun is shining, and you don’t need much space for this one; all ages can participate: You could even close your eyes and pretend you are at camp!

Grab some paper and a pencil, pen, marker or crayon. Find a spot to sit outside… maybe your front or back yard, your porch. If sitting outside isn’t an option sit by a window. Once you get comfy just take a deed breath... look, listen, smell…

After about 10 minutes, jot down a few notes or drawings in response to the following…

  • When I am in nature, I feel…
  • I see…
  • I hear…
  • Something that I noticed was…
  • I am discovering.

Second option...try this at night!

Once you are done, we hope you will share via camp’s Instagram or Facebook. Bonus fun points if you get someone to take a picture of you while do this and then post it for us to see.

Until next time…

Peace,
Angi Sullivan
Camp Co-director

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Choice

3/9/2020

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Choosing a summer camp experience for a child is a big deal…. a really big deal. Camps provide some important lessons for children such as faith, fun, skill development, friends, independence and positive role models; parents want to make sure they are choosing a camp that will make it all happen for their child. It is important to know everything from how staff are hired to how a child will be kept both emotionally and physically safe. And so much more!

As a camp director and parent of five almost all grown up kiddos, I know the importance of feeling confident in choosing a summer camp. I know both sides well. My kids had camp experiences at CYO Camp and various other camps as they were growing up. I always did my homework when discerning camps for my kids and I am grateful for those who check out CYO Camp.  

It can be hard to know where to start or to know the questions to ask. I advise families to make a list of the areas they are most worried about to help formulate questions. For example, if a child has a food allergy or other need, a parent will want to make sure the camp can support that child's needs. Camps should have well thought out answers for parents' concerns and if a parent doesn’t like an answer then maybe looking at a different camp is the answer. No matter how great a camp’s reviews are families will want to make sure the camp is the right camp for their child.  

The following are ways families can check out CYO Camp:
  1. Visit our website. Parents will learn the essence of CYO Camp in just a quick check of the site. Our mission, core values, standards, programs and more can be accessed. www.campranchoframasa.org.
  2. Visit camp. Our official Open House is Saturday, May 9, from 11am-3pm. Families can take a tour of camp, meet some of the staff, and meet my husband, Kevin, and me. We co-direct camp and welcome this opportunity to chat with families and answer questions. For those who cannot make it to this day, please give us a call so we can schedule a visit.
  3. Talk to friends who have attended in the past. Truly, those who have already attended can give tons of information about the experience---everything from the food to the cabins to the staff.
  4. Call or email us! We love talking about camp like it's our job! Oh, wait it is our job. Seriously, though we are happy to spend some quality phone time and/or respond to an email to help families feel good about choosing CYO Camp. The camp number is 888-988-2839. Emails: angi@campranchoframasa.org, kevin@campranchoframasa.org and regsitrar@campranchoframasa.org

CYO Camp has so much to offer children and choosing CYO camp over another camp or another opportunity should be one each family feels good about. Of course, I think CYO Camp is the best camp (yes, I am biased), but each family gets to decide that for themselves. I hope the information above supports families in choosing a camp and yes, in maybe choosing CYO Camp for their child for an experience this summer.
 
Angi K Sullivan
Camp Co-Director

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Core Values and History
    • Letter from the Camp Director
    • Our Staff
    • Staff Alumni
  • Programs
    • Summer Programs >
      • Traditional/Sassafras
      • Adventure
      • Explore Camp
      • Mustang
      • Day Camp
      • Junior Counselor Camp
      • Ranch Hand
      • Adult Recreation Camp
      • Dates and Fees
      • Registration Details
      • Parent Prep
    • School Year Programs >
      • Field Trips-Recreation
      • Outdoor Education
      • Community Building
      • Leadership Programs
      • Family Camps
      • Guest Group Rentals
      • Fall Camps
      • Retreats >
        • Confirmation Retreats
        • Community-Building Retreats
        • Leadership Retreats
        • Prayer Retreats
        • Women's Only
      • Dates and Fees
      • Registration Details
      • General Information
    • Testimonials
  • Employment
    • Summer
    • Why work at camp?
    • Available Positions
    • Salary, Dates, Training, and More
    • How do I apply?
    • International Staff
    • Food Service Staff
    • Staff Profiles
    • School Year
    • Volunteer
  • Blog
  • Giving
  • Camp Photos
  • Contact
  • Account Log In
  • Register Here
  • Online Camp Store
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