Parent view in the closecamp

1.Experience Outdoor Childhood Fun and Adventure. - You are

giving your child the gift of magical childhood memories dirt, adventure, story,
and joke-filled days and nights spent with friends outdoors, under the stars,
and around the campfire. These childhood memories will last forever. And, as
Michael Thompson, PhD, so eloquently states, "Our best childhood memories
do not include adults."
2. Develop Independence. -You are giving your child the opportunity to
live and thrive without being with you and under your constant scrutiny. The
growth in confidence and independence happen at camp because you are not
there.
3. Relax. -You are giving your child a break from the
pressures and stress of competitive sports, school, and you. Forgive me if that
offends, but I, too, am a well-meaning but over-involved parent who provides
just a bit too much advice, feedback, and guidance to my children. Our kids
need a break from our well-intentioned involvement in their lives.
4. Get Unplugged -You are giving your child the chance to
unplug and connect face to-face with other kids and positive, young-adult role
models. Getting unplugged is one of my favorite topics, so you can read more
at and Get Unplugged to learn about the many benefits of taking a break from
technology.
5. Become Better at Making and Keeping Friends. -The bonding
and friendships that happen at camp are different from those that occur at
school and on sports teams. The intensity of living together and experiencing
life together,