Woodchuck July 9, 2024

We are so lucky to be here this summer. Today was a perfect example of why. We have been making the most out of the beautiful weather and sunny skies that we have been blessed with nearly every day this summer. 

Fresh off their epic summit of Mount Washington, the Saxons headed to Ogunquit Beach this morning. They were accompanied by the Friars and Foresters, leaving the Lancers as the oldest boys group in camp for most of the day. The Friars, Foresters, and Saxons enjoyed basking in the sun, strolling the boardwalk, and bodysurfing. It is SO special to have watched the kids in these groups mature over the last several years.

This morning we shipped off the Jugglers, Squires and Archers to Birchmont for a playdate. After a fun morning of sports, they returned to The Realm just in time for grilled cheese! Meanwhile, the Tumblers and Bows took on the ladies from Birchmont in our house. They worked together and didn’t lose a single game all morning. Girls Camp is on quite a roll!

The Yeomen set the record for fastest climb of Bayle Mountain today. What was so awesome is that they spent the entire climb together as a unit of 21 12-year-olds. After enjoying the views while lunching, they nearly made it all the way back to the vans before the rain. The short shower didn’t damper the mood as they stopped at Cozy Corner on the way home for some well-deserved ice cream.

This evening, the Quills defeated the Foresters in the 2024 Challenge Cup in a modified game of volleyball. In addition to the glory, the Quills will receive pizza and ice cream, get to customize a championship t-shirt, and own the Cup over the next 12 months. Congratulations! 

Cozy Corner had a busy night as we sent the TPs, Tumblers, Shires, Bards, and Friars to ice cream this evening after the hot day. The day was capped off with another incredible sunset at our beachfront. Sweet dreams from The Realm!