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...

Family Ties at Best Boys Camp by David “Ziggy” Nesher, Camper 90s, Counselor 00s, Trustee/Parent 10s On a rainy day this past July, my wife, Meghan, and I dropped our older son, Julien (then 7), off at Birch Rock...

Camping History by board member Francie Campbell Birch Rock Camp for Boys is whizz-bang* for lots of reasons but one phenomenal thing is our long history. Birch Rock was created in the Roaring 20’s — think Babe Ruth, jazz, flappers,...

A NEW STAFF CABIN: Semanas – In Honor Of David C. Weeks It was a fitting tribute to a living legend. On the most perfect summer camp day, the afternoon of July 28th, Birch Rockers spanning 50 years stood...

Ted, Noah, Peter, Eli and Rosie   By Senior Camper Eli Foss Protas Since the summer of 1951, my family has spent more time at Birch Rock than just about anywhere else. Of course, this is no accident, since...