Checking in on Saltash Mountain!
A collection of updates from SAM Director Adair Arbor, organized from most to least recent. Enjoy!
We also post photos throughout the session. Check it out!
June 28th - Aaaaaand we're off!
Cabin trips went out today! It was a smooth departure and both campers and staff were excited to hit the trail. Packs were packed and fitted, extra snacks stowed away, and each group was sent off with a traditional "goodbye scraper" and taking their first step all together. Check out our photos to see each trip group's first moments leaving SAM this morning!
June 26th - Camp is Happening!!
Our campers are here!!
It was such a joy to greet you all yesterday as we finally welcomed our campers to SAM. The weather was perfect for our first dip in the lake for swim checks, and we had a truly excellent dinner of spaghetti, salad, and even a special dessert. Silliness abounds with skits and costumes, Singing on the Hill after meals has been a raucous good time, and first night cabin meetings last night helped our kids feel grounded in their new home away from home.
Today, campers are spending the morning in Trip Orientation, learning all about how to care for themselves on trail when cabin trips go out in just two days. This afternoon, we'll have arts and crafts activities, a frisbee game, and some time to enjoy our beautiful waterfront.
June 20th - Hello, SAM Families!
Welcome to our newsfeed! We'll keep you updated here with our wild, whacky, SAM Camp adventures.
Our staff is has been in training since June 7, and what an excellent crew we have leading camp this summer! Right now they are out on their training trip, learning how to be safe, enthusiastic backcountry leaders.
Other highlights have included Wilderness First Aid training, outdoor living skills and rocks and ropes intensive trainings, and a TON of singing! We can't wait to welcome campers in just a few days. It's going to be a great summer!
