Archive for the ‘Countdown To Camp’ Category
Introducing… Cassie! (21 Days ‘Til Camp!)
I’m pleased to introduce Cassie Sharp, one of our newest staff members. Despite her young age Cassie is already an accomplished athlete in a variety of sports, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, & hockey in particular. In fact, she recently received an invitation to attend tryouts for Team Ontario! In addition to Cassie’s athletic qualifications, she also [...]
June 13, 2011
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Kristen · 
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Posted in: Countdown To Camp, Staff
Introducing… Hope! (34 Days ‘Til Camp)
Hope is one of the new additions to our staff this year, and will be our Sr. Counselor in the Heartwood – Sports group. She comes to us with lots of prior experience working with children through babysitting and co-op placements at local schools. In addition, she has some had some very unique volunteering experiences [...]
May 31, 2011
· Kristen · One Comment
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Because Of Camp… (49 Days To Go!)
Because Of Camp This video by the American Camping Association is such a great example of why camp is important in the lives of kids & adults! Because of camp, I am learning to become a better leader. What’s yours?
May 16, 2011
· Kristen · No Comments
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New Camp Office – Phase Two
This past weekend we managed to finish putting in the carpet. Getting the underlay to adhere to the floor was one of the most difficult parts, because the concrete was bumpy and sandy, even after sweeping and vacuuming. Now it looks like this: The final phase is to tile the counter, finish the shelves and [...]
May 15, 2011
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Posted in: Countdown To Camp, Director's Musings
New Camp Office – Phase One
The Project It all started because we needed a proper camp office – for two reasons. Last year we held our pre-camp meetings in the Perth Library, and were continually “shushed” (despite the fact that we were *ahem* often the only ones there). So first of all, we needed a proper place to make noise [...]
May 5, 2011
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Posted in: Countdown To Camp, Director's Musings
Re-Introducing Mikayla! (61 Days ‘Til Camp!)
We love our returning staff! Mikayla came to us as a late hire last summer, and quickly became a special part of our team. She is generally known as one of our “cuddliest” counselors and can often be found with at least two sprouts campers sitting in her lap! She also has a very competitive [...]
May 4, 2011
· Kristen · 2 Comments
Posted in: Countdown To Camp, Staff
2011 Camp Calendar! (67 Days ‘Til Camp!)
Finally, here it is! Our Summer 2011 Calendar is now finalized and ready for your downloading & printing enjoyment! It will look great on your fridge. You will notice that all our Fridays have “?” marks on them. MKDC Friday events are carefully guarded secrets and will be fun surprises for our campers. Three of [...]
April 28, 2011
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Posted in: Camp Activities, Camp Features, Countdown To Camp, Special Events
Introducing – Ian! (77 Days ‘Til Camp!)
Ok, I admit it… I am developing a habit of hiring my friends. I’m not ashamed of it, though! In fact I’m proud of it, because I know without a doubt that these awesome people will have a positive impact on our campers and the overall culture of camp. My good friend Ian is no [...]
April 18, 2011
· Kristen · One Comment
Posted in: Countdown To Camp, Staff
Re-Introducing Cait! (79 Days ‘Til Camp!)
Cait was first introduced to the wonders of MKDC last summer as our arts counselor, after performing with me in Orion Theatre Company’s production of RENT. After throwing her in the deep end of camp life in 2010, I think she just might be on her way to becoming a “lifer” – she’s been helping [...]
April 16, 2011
· Kristen · One Comment
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Announcing… The MKDC Staff of 2011! (88 Days ‘Til Camp!)
One of the biggest pieces of our summer puzzle is now complete! After many weeks of e-mails, applications, interviews, and reference checks, MKDC’s team for summer 2011 is now chosen and ready to go! I couldn’t be happier. Our campers are so lucky! In addition to the many awesome returning staff from last year, we [...]
April 7, 2011
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Tags: 2011, staff · Posted in: Countdown To Camp, Staff