It’s hard to believe, but summer is winding down in the San Juan Islands. The days are growing shorter, green leaves are darkening to shades of red and orange, and there’s a slight chill in the air that wasn’t there a week ago. Even as bright sunshine still warms the shores of Johns Island, our [...]
It’s been a whirlwind of activity here over the past few days, and now the stillness at camp feels so strange. Our Second Session campers have left us, and camp is not the same without them. After four magical weeks together, it was difficult to say goodbye! Early this morning, our campers sailed away from [...]
Another full and memorable weekend at camp! We were honored to welcome friends from Vancouver Island, as well as Johns Island neighbors, camp leaders, and alumni, to camp for Potlatch weekend. The canoe welcome ceremony marked the beginning of Potlatch weekend. On Friday afternoon, the celebrations began with a traditional canoe welcome ceremony, [...]
It was a busy weekend at camp! Campers were thrilled to welcome visitors to the island on both Saturday and Sunday. Dozens of families traveled to Johns Island to spend time with their campers during our Second Session Visitors’ Weekend. Visitors and campers spread across the property, sharing picnics and treats, visiting camper units, and [...]
Lots of exciting things have been happening at camp this past week! Big Trips departed and returned, younger campers enjoyed special leadership opportunities and events, and the second overnight of the session gave participants more chances to bond with one another and practice their outdoor living skills. And last but certainly not least, a major [...]
Friday was a very special day on Johns Island: Island Fair Day! This Nor’wester tradition is celebrated only once a summer, during the first half of Second Session. Current and former campers alike cherish fond memories of their Island Fair experiences, and for good reason. It’s a day full of creative, colorful, and memorable activities. [...]
