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My Camp | From Camper to Associate Director: An All Girl's Camp
Join us on an inspiring episode of "MyCamp" as we sit down with Jules from Camp Ton-A-Wandah to delve into her remarkable camp origin story. From her early days as a 7-year-old camper to her current role as the Associate Director, Jules shares her heartfelt journey at Camp Ton-A-Wandah.
Jules's connection with Camp Ton-A-Wandah began at a tender age when she attended her first summer camp at 7 years old, staying for a two-week session. With each passing year, Jules's love for the camp deepened as she progressed through the CIT (Counselor-in-Training) program and eventually became a counselor assistant. She dedicated 12 years to the camp, including two years as a counselor. Although she ventured outside of camp for a while after college, Jules has now returned to Camp Ton-A-Wandah as the Associate Director, embarking on a new chapter in her camp journey. As the Associate Director, Jules eagerly anticipates witnessing the staff forge meaningful relationships with one another, akin to the deep bonds she formed with her friends during her own time as a staff member.
Founded by Dottie Haynes in 1933, Camp Ton-A-Wandah remains a treasured all-girls camp nestled in the mountains of North Carolina. It continues to be operated by the Haynes family, welcoming around 200 girls per session. The camp's core values: community, curiosity, and creativity aim to foster the growth of young women of substance. Rooted in these values, one of the camp's cherished traditions is the Candle Light ceremony held at the end of each session. During this tranquil moment, the girls light candles to honor the camp's founder and commemorate the girls they have lost over the years. Counselors reflect on what Camp Ton-A-Wandah means to them as they place their candles in the water, creating a poignant and memorable experience. Jules also shared her love for the camp's enjoyable activities, highlighting the spirited meal competitions, particularly the waffles competition on the last morning.
Jules's enthusiasm for sharing her experiences with the staff this summer is palpable. We were captivated by the rich history of Camp Ton-A-Wandah and Jules's heartfelt camp journey on this episode of "MyCamp."
If you would like to support Camp Ton-A-Wandah, visit their website at https://www.camptonawandah.com/ and consider donating to contribute to facility and equipment upgrades.
Don't forget to explore more captivating episodes of our "MyCamp" series and discover additional camp-related content on the Happy Camper Live website. You can also find us on YouTube at Happy Camper Live and on Instagram @happy_camper_live for even more camp-inspired joy and excitement.
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Join us on an inspiring episode of "MyCamp" as we sit down with Jules from Camp Ton-A-Wandah to delve into her remarkable camp origin story. From her early days as a 7-year-old camper to her current role as the Associate Director, Jules shares her heartfelt journey at Camp Ton-A-Wandah.
Jules's connection with Camp Ton-A-Wandah began at a tender age when she attended her first summer camp at 7 years old, staying for a two-week session. With each passing year, Jules's love for the camp deepened as she progressed through the CIT (Counselor-in-Training) program and eventually became a counselor assistant. She dedicated 12 years to the camp, including two years as a counselor. Although she ventured outside of camp for a while after college, Jules has now returned to Camp Ton-A-Wandah as the Associate Director, embarking on a new chapter in her camp journey. As the Associate Director, Jules eagerly anticipates witnessing the staff forge meaningful relationships with one another, akin to the deep bonds she formed with her friends during her own time as a staff member.
Founded by Dottie Haynes in 1933, Camp Ton-A-Wandah remains a treasured all-girls camp nestled in the mountains of North Carolina. It continues to be operated by the Haynes family, welcoming around 200 girls per session. The camp's core values: community, curiosity, and creativity aim to foster the growth of young women of substance. Rooted in these values, one of the camp's cherished traditions is the Candle Light ceremony held at the end of each session. During this tranquil moment, the girls light candles to honor the camp's founder and commemorate the girls they have lost over the years. Counselors reflect on what Camp Ton-A-Wandah means to them as they place their candles in the water, creating a poignant and memorable experience. Jules also shared her love for the camp's enjoyable activities, highlighting the spirited meal competitions, particularly the waffles competition on the last morning.
Jules's enthusiasm for sharing her experiences with the staff this summer is palpable. We were captivated by the rich history of Camp Ton-A-Wandah and Jules's heartfelt camp journey on this episode of "MyCamp."
If you would like to support Camp Ton-A-Wandah, visit their website at https://www.camptonawandah.com/ and consider donating to contribute to facility and equipment upgrades.
Don't forget to explore more captivating episodes of our "MyCamp" series and discover additional camp-related content on the Happy Camper Live website. You can also find us on YouTube at Happy Camper Live and on Instagram @happy_camper_live for even more camp-inspired joy and excitement.