Yesterday saw the first-ever compound bow and arrow clinic run by maintenance man, Dan Bixby. I caught a few “money shots” at that venue plus a few more good ones at council fire. “Even a blind squirrel finds an acorn now and again,” offered Sara, who then pushed a few of her professional quality pics … Continue reading
For sure, we will never put boys into harm’s way on purpose. But, to cancel trips due to rain, temperatures, or fog would ruin the chance for kids to have an adventure of a lifetime. Three trips went out — before, during and just after the inclement conditions described over the past day or so. … Continue reading
It’s official – we’ve begun our countdown to the start of camp – 125 days! At Kingswood, we pride ourselves on the personalized attention we give each boy, the individualized experience, the choices available. For today’s blue’s buster, we want to share one aspect of Kingswood that we sometimes take for granted – the beauty … Continue reading
We are primarily a mountain tribe here along the shores of Lake Tarleton. Last evening, we gathered around our sacred “low council fire,” to discuss important tribal matters. To each agreeable suggestion, the braves and sachems replied with a firm “how how.” All concurred that understanding and appreciating local geography is our prime responsibility … Continue reading
Even crusty old-timers will admit that half the chuckles we get here at camp arise from the actions and words of our youngest boys. Juniors (mostly) are featured today in everything from their clinics to A/B Block choices to the final event of the day, our spiritual council fire meeting at dusk. By “spiritual,” I … Continue reading
First, the bonfire. It poured and sort of ruined the gig. Oh, Dan — a credentialed fire-fighter– finally got the darn thing going, but long after most of the boys had lost interest. My bad. I should have had him working long before the kids showed up. No big deal, as today dawns sunny and … Continue reading
No question but that schedule flexibility is our strong suit. As I write these words, 40+ boys have headed into the hills to get in a day hike before the afternoon/evening deluge arrives. Yesterday, Mike observed the approaching band of showers and simply flipped A Block and B Block. While that won’t translate into much … Continue reading
There’s an old adage regarding New England that says, “If you don’t like the weather, wait a minute.” Rob and Becky, enticed by last week’s report, entitled “Spring at Kingswood,” decided to spend Memorial weekend in New Hampshire. Becky sent the following pictures of their lovely visit to Kingswood. A few captions, taken from the … Continue reading
SUMMER NEARS! I made up the following song, last evening in bed, sung to the tune of “Blue Skies.” Photos follow. Note the sky. Kingswood, smiling at me Nothing but Kingswood, do I see Kingswood, singing a song Nothing but Kingswood, all day long Never saw the sun, shining so bright Never saw things, going … Continue reading
The brief essay below points to some of the Kingswood traditions certain to be repeated in summer 2013. And, best of all, just about every boy pictured will be there for all the action.
Kingswood Blues Busters 