Homesick, but Happy! by Francie Campbell, Trustee It was to be his first full season at Birch Rock. Seven whole weeks of camp in the summer of 2003. But it nearly ended before it started. My 10-year- old son...

The Lasting Value of Summer Camp:  Why Boys Benefit from Being Away From Pressures by Francie Campbell, Trustee Parents—are your boys (and you) stressed out by school, social media, and hectic extra-curricular schedules?  Do you worry that the constant...

Helping the “Little” Fellow by Gus Tringale One steamy evening on Opening Day of Birch Rock’s second session, my fellow senior campers and I stepped into “Onie’s,” the white-washed cabin at the very top of the Hillside. It’s named...

Earning My Whale Pin by Matt Schwind I see the Whale pin on the Birch Rock Camp banner over my bed, and I know I can accomplish anything. Located on the shores of Lake McWain, Birch Rock is a...

Simulation vs Reality By Sam Rotman I’m a teenager who chooses reality over simulation. I choose to light a fire in real life versus lighting a fire in Fortnite. I consciously make the decision that for 7 weeks every summer I...

An Experience of Growth and Success at Junior Maine Guide Testing Camp by Chris Klein – Camper ’00s, CIT ’17 “Show me a ‘J Stroke,’” said Brian, a certified Junior Maine Guide instructor sitting in my canoe. As I...

Skiing at Sunday River with the Outing Club –– A good time was had by all! Winter was still holding on up at Sunday River Ski Resort this past Sunday. The day started out chilly and a bit windy...