Polish up those baseball caps and turn the volume up - it's time to dive into our second week at Timbercrest: Team Spirit! Our match on this peaceful summer day begins with new friends and smiles galore. We said hello to our newest trail riders, trail hikers, gooey goofballs, and finger painting masters as everyone … Continue reading Chapter 2: Sunday “Home Field Advantage”
Month: July 2023
Chapter 1: Friday “A Jolly Good Time!”
Merry Christmas! Well, today concluded our first full week of resident camp. We enjoyed celebrating the holidays with all of our new and old friends. We have had some amazing activities and games that made for an awesome opportunity to try new things. Today we celebrated Christmas. So, a Polar Bear swim it was! Nine … Continue reading Chapter 1: Friday “A Jolly Good Time!”
Chapter 1: Thursday ” Grateful and Thankful”
Happy Thanksgiving! Often Thursday is a night we reflect on the week we have had a camp. Friends, new and old and most of all the memories only one hold near and dear after spending time here at Timbercrest. Our Ooey Gooey and Silly Scientist made a great splash with a shaving cream slip and … Continue reading Chapter 1: Thursday ” Grateful and Thankful”
Chapter 1: Wednesday “Spooktacular Fun”
Happy Halloween! The sun broke free and danced across Keyser Lake today where the campers were able to enjoy and delve into their programs. Swimming, boating and a little water balloon action was a must on this hot day, along with another picnic. Our budding chefs cooked up a taco bake and fruit tacos to … Continue reading Chapter 1: Wednesday “Spooktacular Fun”
Chapter 1: Tuesday “Sparks of Joy and Laughter”
Happy 4th of July! What a wonderful and beautiful summer day here at Camp Timbercrest. Our morning began with the rising of our flag during flag ceremony to begin our fourth of July festivities. Tie dyeing, painting and making mosaic Bernadette turtles were where our artists spent their afternoon mastering their artistry skills. Our CIT's … Continue reading Chapter 1: Tuesday “Sparks of Joy and Laughter”
Chapter 1: Monday “A Wee Bit of Luck”
Happy St. Patrick's Day! The rich hues of green could be found all throughout camp. We had a wee bit of luck today as the storms held off for a good portion of the day to allow our campers to enjoy many activities of camp. Our artist ventured out on a nature walk to capture … Continue reading Chapter 1: Monday “A Wee Bit of Luck”
Chapter 1: Sunday “Home for the Holidays”
Happy New Year! Our story begins on a rainy summer day at the beautiful Camp Timbercrest. The raindrops danced on Keyser lake and puddles grew as staff eagerly awaited our first campers of the season. The scouts were met with smiling faces as they made their way to Bellinger Lodge. We greeted our Galloping girls, … Continue reading Chapter 1: Sunday “Home for the Holidays”
Staff Week!
Prologue What a week we have had! This year is gearing up to be a fantastic year. We have a wonderful staff from all over the world and even the United States. The Timbercrest staff has been preparing program areas, units, waterfront and even our beautiful stable for what we hope to be a memorable … Continue reading Staff Week!
Welcome!
We will continue to monitor the air quality at all of our camp locations in these critical days leading up to the opening of the 2023 Girl Scout camp season. The safety of our campers and camp staff is our highest priority. We will follow the guidance provided to us by the Department of Health … Continue reading Welcome!