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Summer 2011

Alumni

Outdoor Education

The Crux

1812 Homestead

Pok-O-MacCready Camps

“Thanks for giving my sons a great experience.  There is not a day that goes by that camp is not spoken about!”  -Mother, Melville, NY

“My daughter had a wonderful three-week experience and wants to return for the full program next year.  The tone of friendliness of the camp was relaxed, welcoming, and safe.  She was also encouraged to begin hiking and felt very proud of herself.  That encouragement was great.  Thank you!” -Mother, Weston, CT

“[Our children] loved it, raved about it, still singing the songs and looking at the pictures, have not stopped talking about camp.  It was the highlight of their summer, and will now be an annual ritual for as long as it lasts.  Wow!  We are both thankful and most appreciative for your collective ability to instill the values we try to at home; integrity, honesty, teamwork, cooperation, and risk taking.  This was a ‘rite of passage’ for them, and we are delighted that Pok-O was so much fun and support as it was.  Pok-O is now beating in their hearts, and whatever you did, keep at it; it’s a winning formula and I wish you continued success.” 
 -Father, Hong Kong

“My daughter  really loved camp.  It was her first summer and she wants to come back next summer.  She has already invited two friends!” -Mother, New Paltz, NY

“My son loves camp, and has had some great counselors over the years.  I think especially this year as he enters high school it was important (to me) that he maintains high self-esteem.  His cabin counselor  helped provide that.” -Mother, Arlington, MA

“I credit my daughter’s past two years at Pok-O for being a significant contributing factor in her successful transition to middle school.  She’s incredibly confident, open to meeting and befriending a wide range of friends, and takes great pride in accomplishing new activities and sports.” -Mother, Pelham, NY

“After a rough first week with a bout of homesickness, my son finally settled in and adjusted well.  I was very pleased with the effort on the part of your staff and the genuine concern shown to my son throughout his ordeal.  I am very grateful to your staff for the attention he was given.  This “summer outlet” has provided him with a new perspective on life and has enabled him to appreciate nature and all she has to offer.  I certainly plan on sending him back!” -Mother, Belle Harbor, NY

“I think you have provided an exposure to the outdoors and independent but well-supervised living to my child.  He returns from camp more mature, quiet, and reflective.  The outdoor experiences – hiking, swimming, and canoeing - have made him a more well-rounded person.” -Mother, Wayland, M