Month: April 2012

Greenwood Trails is different than other camps- the facility is huge and beautiful, the sense of community is amazing, our counselors are top notch, our activities are awesome… but one thing that is really different about our camp is our Pay It Forward program! At Greenwood Trails, we encourage our campers to get out in (read more…)

There are lots of things to remember when packing for camp. Greenwood Trails campers pack flashlights, green and white clothing, a walking stick, a rain coat, toiletries and so many other things. But, one thing that we ask that you don’t bring to Greenwood Trails is a phone! There are many benefits for leaving technology (read more…)

Greenwood Trails is excited to announce a new addition to our lake this summer: a rope swing! At camp, we’re always looking for new ways for kids to have fun and we’re so excited that this is one way we’ll be doing it this summer!

Mark your calendars! May 11 is right around the corner! And you know what that means?! Yes- you guessed it! 50 days til camp!! Here are some great ideas to celebrating the best holiday ever: Dress as a gnome Show extra respect, integrity, care, and courage Make scones for breakfast Sing the O Lay Lay (read more…)

A camp professional from the American Camp Association of New York and New Jersey, posted a great article about why summer camp fosters such meaningful friendships.  Here is an excerpt: Summer camp has always been a place where strong friendships have been made and sustained for years to come. In fact, The American Camp Association (read more…)