Posts made in August, 2008


Where did we go this last more than 24 hours? You missed us, right? When we last saw the campers, it looked sports were getting rained out. Uncle Joe showed his quick wit and came up with a plan to go bowling in the only bowling alley for about 30 miles around that was open. Directions were quickly googled and printed and drivers and campers sorted for the event. Here is a little youtube of Uncle Joe (OK, so this isn’t...

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Monday Morning!!

Monday Morning!!


Posted By on Aug 4, 2008

So far today we’ve had . . . Tai Chi with Uncle Greg (OK, so only about 4 people came which is pathetic for a Monday, but we can improve, right?) Breakfast in Kimmel was XiFan (Shee Fan) and cereal with COFFEE! Then Uncle Lawrence did announcements,we sang, and headed off to Heritage Programs. Teens are having a heritage program about being Chinese in America. The 12 and unders talked about Chinese New Year and the Chinese...

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And We’re Off!!


Posted By on Aug 4, 2008

This is a live blogcast from the Academy! We have about 100 folks doing introductions (not all at once, of course). No pictures to add at the moment due to technical difficulties, but we really are here and will be posting regularly and hopefully often during the week. I’m trying to get guest bloggers to post camp memories that span the last 50 years. Check back often!

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Packing? OK, so many of you have already begun your journey, but if you haven’t or want to borrow from your family those things that will make camp more comfortable, here is what to expect: Highs every day 80 to 88 (warmer first part of week)- Perfect for a little water recreation. Lows every night in 60s (warmer first part of week)- Perfect for starting the day with Tai Chi! Chance of showers and thunderstorms every day through...

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