A beautiful day it was yesterday and the shutterbugs were clicking about the grounds all day long. Sara’s selections belie mine as she captured the perpetual exuberance of youth as boys dashed pell-mell from one activity to another as if being drenched in sweat at the mere waggle of a pinky was no big deal. … Continue reading
The boys sure have been enjoying this very summery heat wave we have been blessed with over the past few days. You bet, we rejoice the higher temperatures at Kingswood as there always is the lake to cool off in, plus one can still predict cooler and comfortable temperatures to roll in by nightfall, making … Continue reading
As my dad was fond of saying, “It ain’t no big thing,” which was his take on just about everything. To him, the glass was always at least half full, if not overflowing. A great life’s approach, and applicable to lots of things that happen here. We are in scorcher mode here at Kingswood, and … Continue reading
Were Hell a cold place, I would be far less the sinner. I love it hot. “Bake me” has been my mantra these past few days, as we continue to dry out well after weeks of sogginess. Below is proof that Kingswood manages the truly summery conditions about as well as anyone.
The Lake Swim event was anything but a lazy float for the sizable group that participated in this marvelous Kingswood tradition yesterday afternoon. It was one of the best Lake Swims in years: First, the weather was perfect, it being both warm and with very light breezes. This latter condition is essential, as boys get … Continue reading
A “Scorcher” is the best term for yesterday’s weather condition. Mike had the answer for the afternoon activities: On the Waterfront. Below find photos of boys taking a lazy tube trip. “I slept on one of these excursions,” I hollered at the boys, a couple of whom took me for my word, evidently. White Sands … Continue reading
My first all-caps headline of the summer. POLAR BEAR is that raucous start to the day when boys come down to the waterfront at 7:30 sharp to take a brisk plunge into the lake. “One-third of the camp participated today,” remarked Bill, with glee. I doubt we’ll sustain that fraction as (a) the weather is … Continue reading
These guys had just won the 13 and under Ultimate Frisbee tournament on Saturday. Just about every boy on the property has propelled himself into Lake Tarleton so far this session. So, if a few twisters block the proper identifications, go ahead and assume the lad is yours!
Old City Falls. Now THERE was a camp overnight trip to remember, approaching nearly sixty years ago. The fun started immediately: we youngsters from Camp Norway in Vermont were driven to Old City Falls in an ancient WWII army truck. Counselors usually rolled back the canvas cover, thus giving us an open-air ride. Next, there … Continue reading
Kingswood Blues Busters 