Writing Letters to Summer Camp

When I was a kid, I went to Birch Trail Camp for Girls eight weeks a summer for seven years up in Hayward, Wis. Recently, one of my cabin mates posted a picture of us on Facebook. Names and memories poured over the thread, with these lovely women recounting songs and chants that we used to practically say in our sleep. Discussion of a reunion sparked, along with many of my old friends saying they plan to send their daughters to Birch Trail someday.

One of the best parts of going to camp is getting letters from family and friends. Gabe Chernov, the director at Birch Trail, recently posted a video on You Tube with tips on writing your kids letters at camp, including how often to write and what to write so they see how interested you are in what they are doing without making them homesick or sad. With many friends who have kids just starting overnight camp, and many who may someday, I thought I'd share this video that has a ton of helpful tips.

Will your kids be campers someday? We are going to Birch Trail for family camp next week and I can't wait!