I spent my summers at Camp Foster YMCA on Spirit Lake as a child. Each summer from the time I was seven to fourteen years old, my time in Okoboji was precious. I waited all year for my week in the sun. I made new friends, reconnected with old friends from past summers, breathed fresh air, and learned new skills. I survived without tv, junk food, or air conditioning and I loved every minute of it. I loved it so much, I returned to Camp Foster as a cabin counselor during college.
I attended church camp and 4-H camp; I still have a friend I met at camp about 55 (maybe 53) years ago, because she is a more faithful correspondent than I have ever been.
Your son’s attitude toward life will serve him well. Thank you for the happy story.
Footnote: my husband and I walked up to Inspiration Point this spring; the camp director was very friendly to two old people who explored the park uninvited.
I love this story about Kellan's experiences at camp. Reading it took me to a happy place! Thank you!
It brings me back to my carefree childhood. I'm glad part of it was spent at summer camp.
What a wonderful experience for your son!
I attended church camp and 4-H camp; I still have a friend I met at camp about 55 (maybe 53) years ago, because she is a more faithful correspondent than I have ever been.
Your son’s attitude toward life will serve him well. Thank you for the happy story.
Footnote: my husband and I walked up to Inspiration Point this spring; the camp director was very friendly to two old people who explored the park uninvited.
I haven't seen it in person, but it's breathtaking!
I saw Kellan all week, and he was always working hard! I am so glad he enjoyed his time there. It’s really a special place.
I'm glad to hear it! I had to wash dishes for one week as a counselor and it was not fun! But the bathrooms were worse!