As a former camper and counselor at Robin Hood, I have a few “must see” spots when I come to camp. In my personal opinion, and I think most would agree, a visit to RH is not complete without a walk through Girls Camp, a “nap” on the quad, or a jump in the lake.  But perhaps the most under-appreciated spot, at least for me, is the dining hall. Sitting at the head table this evening, watching campers and staff dance and cheer, I remembered how truly special a Robin Hood meal is. Three times a day, the entire camp – girls camp, boys camp, senior camp, and junior camp – gathers as a family.

Where else can you celebrate muffins in the morning, hope for chicken patties in the afternoon, and reminisce over sandwiches on Sunday evening? It’s safe to say every camp meal is a great meal – because its shared amongst family and friends. Tonight’s lasagna, green beens and kale was no different.

Sweet dreams from The Realm. Fingers crossed for waffles tomorrow morning.

Molly

Take a look at our photos from Beach Day!

Tonight, Robin Hood was alive with music and dancing, courtesy of our very own DJ David Woodstein. Brilliant lights and a glowing DJ booth set the party tone, as DJ Wood had our campers playing freeze dance, coke and pepsi, and other dance party games. After the games, a set list for the books had our campers dancing the night away. It was a great way to ensure everyone rests well before our journey to Ogunquit Beach in the morning. Despite the chilliness of the Maine ocean, our campers are always rearing to dip their toes. I wouldn’t be surprised to see a few extravagant sandcastles on the shore or senior camper noses in summer reading material. Our nurses are equipped with plenty of sunscreen, and our campers and counselors are all buddied up and ready to enjoy this great day on the soft sand. Beach Day is a Robin Hood favorite, and we are all sleeping fast so tomorrow morning will get here soon.

Sweet dreams from The Realm,

Emily

What a Big day here at the Realm. We spend all winter planning and hoping for perfect weather . This 3^rd week of camp is always the busiest for a reason- kids are getting a little more self-motivated to try new things and are very eager to get out of camp.

Last night at dinner we put together an optional Mount Washington trip for 16 senior campers; they left this morning with smiles and under the cover of perfect skies. This trip, which used to be reserved for our most senior campers, has been opened to the rest of senior camp due to the great displays of athleticism and enthusiasm to conquer their next big challenge.

Inter-camp activities were a huge theme today as we had 3 separate trips competing in 4 separate sports disciplines.

This morning at 7:15, DC took a high level of 14 young ladies to battle on the tennis courts at Forrest Acres. Dressed in their whites, they were eager to be victorious in their battles on the clay.

Simultaneously, two teams traveled to Winaukee to compete in basketball in the U-11 category and tennis in the U-14 category.

Last but not least, Soccer Josh brought our undefeated Boys U15 soccer team to Wigwam to defend their soccer title from the previous year.

In closing, during the off season, the Brass discusses ways in which we can make our Saxon and Scribe summers be ones to remember for a life time. We decided that our oldest boys group would enjoy a day at world famous Fenway Park cheering on the Boston Red Rox. We believe that what is fair is fair, so tonight our oldest girls group is currently on their way to bean town to go see multi-platinum recording artist Gwen Stefani on her This is what the Truth Feels like Tour.   Anyone who knows me knows I love me some Gwen Stafani, so I am envious of these girls. I am hoping they will be bringing me back a shirt.

Beach day is right around the corner, and we have already started preparing for visiting day where we complete the circle of our Robin Hood family.

I can’t wait to meet you personally and have you experience the Robin Hood way of life side by side with your child.

As always, sweet dreams from The Realm.

And then the sun came out! After two days of rain and very little sun, she is shining over the Realm today. Dick’s “Think Blue” worked… just delayed a bit. We did need the rain in spite of a damp weekend, and at least we got senior camp to the Mainers game yesterday!

At breakfast, a girls mixed age group left for a swim meet at Camp Robindel. They were gone all day and returned at dinner with quite a few ribbons. Late afternoon today, 16 and under boys went over to Indian Acres for some hoops and volleyball. What a great evening for our 16 year old Saxon group!

The Lancer group went on a mountain trip, climbing Mt. Chocorua… up the Kancamagus Highway to the Chapney Falls Trail. The climb is a moderate grade, all the way, with a lot of it on old logging trails. The falls should have a good level of water after a weekend of rain. The elevation is 3,500 feet high, and should take about  4 hours. We can see Chocorua from our lake– it is bare at the top and offers excellent views.

Bunk inspections this morning after a weekend of wet always makes for tough cleaning. The Archers got the best group in the boys camp and Jesters for girls camp.

Looking towards the Arts Shack, we see clothes lines stretched and tie dyes hanging from them. These have overtaken the friendship bracelets as the craft of choice! Such beautiful bright colors!

The Squires took a canoe trip to Danforth ponds with our D.J. Woody who is in town for the week. He ran the canoe program for several years and will help us on Beach Day this week. If we are lucky, he may even organize a dance for Senior Camp. He does some big gigs and our campers just love him!

Bows are at the outpost, after a day of mock Green and White. They’re sleeping in tents, singing some songs around the camp fire and of course capping the evening with s’mores.

Rumor has it that the Brass will be holding their first of many meetings about Green & White this evening! I think the break has been worked out, the date set, and further details to come!