Campers often ask me, “What was the camp like when you first had it?” Parents and friends say, “It must have been so much easier to run camp back in the early days” I’ll let you decide as I tell some true stories of “The Way it Was.” 1946 was the year we first opened as a children’s camp. We had looked at camps for sale and they did not...
Camp Regis and Applejack Teen Camp has always had respect, understanding, and a heart for children of all ages. Our teens have special programming possibilities, a leadership training program, and wonderful out-of-camp tours and informative, educational trips. Our middle-aged campers, 10-12-year-olds, take full advantage of the skill instruction, natural setting and confidence gained in the group living experience. Although most camps do not accept campers until they are 10 years...
By: Jesse Lasko (AC) This years AJ II trip was packed full of adventures and memories, ones that nobody who was on the trip will ever forget. Every year, Camp Regis-Apple Jack sends out it’s oldest campers on a week long trip as a sort of conclusion to their summer. This year, the AJ II trip was bound for Toronto, Canada. George Bredig and Sally Rosengerg lead the way to...
Hello to all from Rosemary and Suzanne! We are so happy that visiting parents enjoyed the Blue Jays and Cardinals bunk play performance of “Small Crimson Parasol”. The bunk plays are performed by the different groups in camp, and give everyone the chance to try out for parts in a production, even if drama is something they have never done before. The campers who prefer not to be on stage...
By: George Bredig The date is August 20th and I have just returned to camp reuniting a large group of campers with their families in Westchester County and New York City. Returning to this quiet and pristine environment of Upper St. Regis Lake after my quick re-entry into the urban/suburban reality of life most of us. I have a renewed appreciation for the unique pleasures of this area. Yet today,...
Campers are still having a great time at boating despite the recent cool spells we have experienced (i.e. cool from a Texan’s point of view). The change in weather has resulted in improved sailing conditions in the bay which means Ashley should have no trouble legging her craft out of areas that were once breezy at best. The increased volume and velocity of wind has also helped Phil prepare the...
Sung to “Wonderful Tonight” It’s the end of the OlympicsWe’re wondering who will careAnd who will rememberWhat we have done hereAnd I ask you / have I found my friendsAnd you say yes / we have found them here tonightAnd we rememberWhat stems from the pastThe friends we have made hereWill always lastAnd I ask you / do we see the coreAnd you say yes / we can see it...
The Sunday Morning Meeting has been an important camp tradition since the founding of camp 49 years ago. Each Sunday morning the entire camp gathers on the playhouse field to reflect on the topic of the day. The topics are chosen by a committee of campers and counselors headed by Sally Rosenberg and Don Lasko. At meeting we have a chance to gather our thoughts and share them with everyone...
This has been an exciting and fun-filled summer for our Regis campers. From our youngest (4-1/2) to our oldest (12 year old) we experienced a incredible diversity in our camper group. We had campers from Kuwait, Japan, Mexico, French West Indies, Virgin Islands, Canada, Hong Kong, France, Puerto Rico, Congo, plus all around the United States. This certainly enhanced our summer experience to have the opportunity to interact with different...
By: Laura Hirschberg, Cardinal When you look in the sky you see a cloud. But it’s not only a cloud, it’s a picture. An imagination made a nice picture. Now look in the sky look what you can see. You’re what I see. I see YOU!
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