It’s renewable energy at its best…
There was a solar field of smiles at Camp Skylemar, when 200+ boys from around the country and abroad finally connected. Old and new friends embraced and high-fived, while counselors did their very best to make sure that all felt comfortable and at ease. For many, especially your camp director, this was the happiest day of the year.
After a visit with the SkyMedical Team, it was time to check out the bunk. Welcome signs were fun to come home to, especially because the counselors tried their best to make them special. You’d be surprised to see how artistic college athletes can be. The counselors have been training for this important “game day”, and even had beds made and clothes put away for each member of their new household.
In between yummy meals of chicken tenders (with Chef Junior’s Special Sauce) and spaghetti, there was time to get on the fields and courts. The rain cut the games short, but there was plenty to do inside the cabin.
The official “Kickoff” of the 76th season of Camp Skylemar was inside the Rec Hall, with the entire camp gathering as one big family. Counselors were introduced with claps, cheers, stomps and raps. Here’s a sample of one by Nick Shep. Turn on some music and give it a try. Don't worry - your son isn't watching!
Welcome to Skylemar, 2024,
Campers are here and ready to soar,
Friendship and kindness we got it and more,
Skylemar fam forever hardcore.
Frog on the field, football plays,
Breakin' tackles, leading the way → quick
Beags on the water, skiin’ all day,
Jumpin' those wakes, making a spray.
Myke on the court, hoops in sight,
Dunkin’ and shootin', through the night,
Adam at Skydeck, cookin' up right,
Delicious creations, every bite.
DRC’s tennis, swingin' the game,
Forehand, backhand, buildin' the name,
Mason with baseball, bringin' the flame,
Home runs and strikes, knowin' no shame.
Mitch in the gym, strength and fitness,
Liftin' those weights, trainin' with quickness,
Dox on the ropes, adventure is sickness,
Climbin' and zip, pushin' the limits.
Suzie with plays, actin' on stage,
Drama and laughter, for every age,
Rook with lax, balls in the cage,
Stick skills sharp, we engage.
Shannon with photos, snappin' the days,
Josh on the green, golfin' in ways,
Shep with the hats, leading the craze,
Barney’s schedule, guiding our plays.
Luci and DT, wedding bells ring,
LJ and George, morning show kings,
Counselors, campers, all in the swing,
Skylemar fam, we do our thing.
From sports to fun, and all in between,
Camp Skylemar, living the dream,
2024, we shine and gleam,
Skylemar, the ultimate team.
