This blog author cannot believe how it’s already Tuesday… the week is flying by! Today was our backwards day. For one day each Camp week, we reverse Morning Group and the Evening Program. It keeps things interesting! The theme for today was horror. 

We started today with a scrumptious breakfast of French toast, bacon, blueberry muffins, and fruit. As breakfast was winding down, a fedora-clad Brian Holton and Amelia Dunn interrupted with an announcement that Camp had some special guests this year. We were then joined by Mr. Green, Professor Plum, Miss Scarlet, Mrs. Peacock, Sergeant Gray, Dr. Orchid, and Colonel Mustard. Each guest introduced themselves and shared some information about their interests and history. 

Since it was raining, Morning Watch and our morning meeting were both held under the dining tent. Spirits were not dampened (LOL) by the wet weather. Color teams gathered for the evening program (in the morning) for Murder Mystery Part One, playing games to earn clues that they would need later on. At the end of Part One, we learned that tragically, Mr. Green had met his demise. Teams found out that they would need to figure the who, what, and where of his murder during the Afternoon Program. 

Lunch was pizza and Caesar salad. Our senior class met to discuss their participation in Friday’s Consecration service. After lunch, we held our second annual kayak race, which featured more than 30 campers and staff members. After two heats, four finalists competed against Matthew Tevnan, last year’s champ and current CIT. Eighth grade camper Bella took the victory, sailing past Billy Reeves at the last minute for the win. 

After Spree Time, color teams met again to figure out who killed Mr. Green. They competed against other color teams to earn clues and eliminate various characters, weapons, and locations Clue-style. After some fierce competition, teams returned to the Council Ring to make their final guesses. Only one team was correct with their guess… Maroon! And in case you were curious, it was Professor Plum, in the Dining Hall, with John Fiander’s guitar. He was taken away by local authorities and punished accordingly. 

It’s Tuesday, so you know what that means… tacos for dinner! We loaded up our plates with beef and chicken tacos and homemade churros. Chapel was led by our sophomore class and featured an inspiring message from Lisa Howes on overcoming your fears and how Camp can help you do that. 

Morning groups met at night and discussed fears, anxiety, and the allure of horror movies. Morning group at night is a camper and staff favorite activity. The stars combined with the conversation create a special environment to dive deeper into the topic of the day. Before heading to the campfire for Vespers, each group wrote down their fears on pieces of paper and put them in the fire. 

Tonight was a special Vespers! Candace Crocker and Emma Donnelly each gave a message, sharing examples of overcoming fears, leaning on others, and accepting help. Another day has come and gone, and our hearts are full after a day filled with amazing programs, good meals, and time with friends.