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Tak Talk Blog- Camp Takajo – July 19, 2018

By July 19, 2018 January 4th, 2019 Tak Talk
Camp Takajo Rookie Day 2018

The excitement is palpable as campers and counselors anticipate an exciting visiting day weekend. After a hot and humid visiting day in 2017, we are thrilled with the upcoming weather forecast. This morning, we hosted our Rookie Day, which allows families who are considering Camp Takajo for next summer to visit and have their son participate in a one-day camp program.

Camp Takajo Rookie Day 2018Over 25 of our Okee campers, who will be graduating at the end of this summer, volunteered to participate in this one-day event. It was heartwarming to witness our campers greeting the parents and these little boys. The Okees recognize the importance of their legacy to our camp and welcoming the next generation of Takajo campers. We packed a lot into this one day. Our visitors had an opportunity to play gaga, shoot archery, climb the wall, swim, canoe and enjoy banana boat rides. Watching our oldest boys connect with our rookie campers was a beautiful sight to witness. It is often suggested that teenage girls are far more nurturing than teenage boys. However, the enthusiasm and patience that our oldest boys demonstrated today was genuine and sincere.

Throughout the day, the remainder of our campers took advantage of the magnificent weather and participated in their regularly scheduled program. Because our program has been interrupted by inter-camp competitions, trips, and special events, such as the Takajo Carnival, our boys loved getting back into their normal routine. As I went bunk to bunk to say goodnight to our Warrior campers, I could sense the excitement they are feeling to reconnect with you. Here’s wishing you a great visiting day. Please know that my staff and I are here to assist you with anything you may need.