Cookouts are a longstanding camp tradition. For dinner on Tuesday nights, we split up into cabin and tent groups and work together to make a meal together over a fire. We start preparing as soon as all the campers arrive on Sunday afternoon. Trying to accommodate everyone’s tastes can be difficult, but compromise is part […]
Nature
Into the Wild: A Look at OLS
From the moment you drive onto camp property, one fact is evident: camp is a place to encounter the outdoors. In an age where youth are very much consumed with media, this aspect of camp is vital. The outdoors provides girls with ample opportunities for growth. A wilderness setting enables girls to experience their Creator, […]
6 Ways to Bring a Little Summer into Winter
Summer time is the best time of year. Yeah, there are people out there who think winter or fall or spring are the best, but they’re just crazy. Summer is all about being outside in the warm sunshine and enjoying the beauty of nature with friends and family. So it’s really no surprise that mid-winter, […]
Outdoor Adventure – Get Out and Unplug
Words from a past Wilderness Trip Leader: Is there anything more captivating than the wide-open sky, a deep breath of fresh air, the majesty of the lakes and mountains, and the fellowship of friends? Some of the most memorable times in my life have been spent on backpacking and canoeing trips with friends, both new and […]
Why We Love Nature and You Should Too!
Time spent in nature, once an inevitability, has dropped dramatically over the last several decades. With electricity, air conditioning, video games, and running water all readily available inside the house, many people spend little-to-no time outside on a regular basis. This recently made news headlines when Richard Louv released his book claiming that many American children and […]