After a fine start last year the Camp Regis gymnastics program was underway in full bloom this year. We were equipped with a brand new balance beam, 2 new mats and a hard working set of gymnasts. For the first 4 weeks gymnastics was open to everyone during clubs and rainy day activities. After 4 weeks 16 girls were chosen for the gymnastics display shown during the last week in...
Our 1st match with Lone Pine in tennis was: Younger (3-4) 6-1 Lone Pine; 01der (5-AJ) 3-1 Regis.More matches are expected by Greg (Capt. Regis) in the future with Lake Placid, Camp Dudley, and Lone Pine. Also a camp tournament will be started soon. In our younger ladder, 1st place is held by Chuck Smith and 2nd is held by Kristin Nelson. AJ Ladder is 1st place Chuck Lazansky, 2nd...
A letter of thanks :The Group IV Girls would like to take this time to show our appreciation and gratitude for all the time and effort Jan, Laurie, Denise and whoever else worked with the play “Godspell”. Jan worked with directing, Laurie and Denise taught us the songs and played the guitars, and everyone else helped with the lights and suggestions.By Gail Peck
Bill Rienecker is the head of the boating department with Ronnie and Cliff assistingHe was born in Flushing, N.Y. and has been to too many colleges to mention but has the equivalent of a Doctorate Degree. He teaches Physical Education with Bill Vesely during the winter.He and his wife, Marilyn, met while teaching and have been married for thirteen years. They have three children, Jenny 12, Lori 10, and Rosemary...
The Group IV Girls presented the famous play “Godspell” to the parents during the weekend. On Saturday the girls after a week of preparation put the play on for the camp. Groups I–V sat on benches at the side of the Rec. Hall quietly as the play began. Throughout the whole evening the expressions on the faces of the staff and campers showed excitement. The girls with the help of...
Around July 11th the Apprentice Program got under way. Campers who have been in Applejack before or who are over 15 years old are assigned in assisting group counselors and specialists. Coordinator of this program, with his many other talents is George Bredig. Some of the special programs they will be involved in as apprentices are working in the kitchen, infirmary, and office. The AJ’s seem to be really motivated...
Original Tune Look into the sky, just past the farthest starHalf-way around the galaxy MillaniarA land of love and friendship, our home MillaniarWhere dreams become reality, and hope shines like a starWe’re small but we’re mighty With the power of the forceA light shining goodness through our land, and if you dareWith you we’ll share the power in which we stand. Readers:#1 Yes, we’ve come a long way from our...
Sung to “Cats in the Cradle” We were unknown for most of our livesLiving on an isle in the midst of the skyOur country was dry, barren was the landWe had to drink water from the palm of our handCHORUSWe are the Weebles from the island of MattelA Professor and his machine, proved to be a good spellWe became strong by a spark of a lightYou know we’ll do well...
Sung to “Let It Be” We find ourselves growing close together Mother Nature keeps us highThinking of you alwaysOur home land, ChiquitaCHORUSChiquita, tropic haven, forest of green, land of sunWe dwell in grace and beautyHail to thee, ChiquitaTo keep us strong we’ve learned to bunch togetherThe closeness keeps our spirits upFilled with laughter, and of givingA home land where we are one.CHORUSIt’s so nice to see you share our secretIt’s...
Sung to “Theme to “Mary Tyler Moore Show” Where do we stay light and feelin’ freeIn our paradise of clouds-no fears to fear or frowns to seeWhere we live in peace and happiness love and grace and cheerfulnessJust like the world you’ve shown at Regis with all the people and the freshnessWe’ve had a great time through it all!When we came to play the games with youWe had our visions...