Fall Newsletter 2017

We can’t wait for 2018!

Fall Newsletter 2017

Big and Little Day

Stanley CupColor War

First Day of Camp

Tribals

Fireworks Show

Silent Disco

Visiting Day

Survivor Day

CAMPE DIEM!WE SEIZED THE SUMMER!!

Summer 2017 had a feeling like no other. It all started in pre-camp when the

leadership team arrived asking one question- how can we do it better? Then our

staff arrived with a special eagerness to learn and a strong desire to give our

campers a summer they would never forget. Every single member of our staff,

from bunk counselors and activity counselors to our dedicated support staff,

committed to our summer theme of “Campe Diem” by making the most of every

day and truly seizing the summer. After days of building our community, the buses

rolled in. The true magic and the reason we had all come together had finally

arrived. Opening day is one of my favorite days of the summer. I love welcoming

the new campers into the Walden family, and watching our returning campers embrace

them and show them the way. I love that our returning campers know what is expected

of them and become ambassadors of the culture we are trying to create. I love seeing

friends jump into each other’s arms, knowing for a short period of time they are in their

favorite place with their favorite people. Together in Summer 2017, we made memories

that will last a lifetime.

For me, the cool air brings new energy and excitement when we reflect, plan, and

prepare for Summer 2018. As all of our campers and staff work hard in school and their

various commitments, we are busily planning towards an even better Summer 2018. We

already have so many incredible staff returning and new ones who want to join in our

fun. The other day when I was driving, Miley Cyrus’ song “See You Again” came on the

radio. I couldn’t help but think of all of you dancing and singing in the dining hall, rec

hall and, of course, at our amazing Silent Disco parties. It immediately put a smile on my

face…I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN!!!

Let the countdown begin,

With Love from Mark, Jules, Michael and me

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Sightseeing in Madrid, spain!

– Chloe

Hanging at the

beach in South

Carolina

– Shane and

Anna

Aussie Road trip to Disney World!– Erin, Sian, Paz, and Jess

Cheering on the

Spartans at

Michigan State

– Megan, Galit, and Anna

Here’s what some of our staff

have been up to after camp…

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Back in the classroom in

Montreal, but still dreaming about summers

at Walden – erin

Showing our school spirit at Havergal College in Toronto,

Canada – Raigan and Laura

Embracing Fall in Michigan

– Jon and Deidra

A special shoutout goes to Ange Sullivan for

being the first ever Teacher of the Month at

her school in Kansas. It is clear that she is

treasured in her classroom the same way she is

at Walden!

Working on an

Advisory Board for an

awesome organization

in massachusetts

– Gina

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Ivan

Walden

A huge congratulations goes to these

two famous Walden couples on their recent marriages!

Congratulations Chris & Erin

and Hayley & Ivan!

Wishing you a lifetime of happiness and memories!!

Weddings

Chris Erin

Hayley

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Walden Thank You Notes

for Summer 2017

OFFICE STAFF, for making sure camp always runs smoothly and for the incredible

“Apple Watches”. A special thank you to our drivers who

pick up our many requests and get us everywhere safely and

with a smile.

SPIRIT, for bringing us Tribals and Color War. Every summer we count down to

the fun filled days of friendly competition and fun.

CAMPERS OF 2017, for bringing endless energy, smiles, and enthusiasm to

each and every day. We love how much you treasure your time with camp friends and

feel lucky that you have chosen Walden as your

summer home.

SUPPORT STAFF, for working so tirelessly for Camp Walden. We are

incredibly fortunate to have the most dedicated, hard working individuals as part our dining hall, laundry and maintenance, housekeeping

and security teams.

HEALTH CENTER, for providing us with the very

best care. Just seeing your warm smiles when we walk into the Infirmary makes us

feel better!!

SLIP AND SLIDE, for bringing fun and laughter to

A-Campus and for keeping us cool on a hot summer day.

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STAFF OF 2017, for being the most amazing role models.

Your commitment, care and love for each and every camper provides them with a summer they will never forget.

CITs of 2017, for the spirit and energy you brought to camp. Thank you for taking

care of our campers on placement and for being

incredible leaders throughout the summer.

DINING HALL PORCH, for providing our most amazing teens with the “coolest” place to eat.

SILENT DISCO, for two AMAZING nights of

entertainment. We especially loved how you broke color war in the middle of a full

camp dance party!!

INSTANT WOW, for the many trips to Stewarts where we are able to enjoy the best

ice cream in the world!

COLOR RUN, for the opportunity to run with our

best friends through a rainbow of colored powder in one of the

best events of the summer.

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“We wanted to share a few recipes from the summer so you can recreate these tasty treats made at one of your favorite activities!”

Directions:1. Mash 2 cups of graham crackers

2. Add ½ cup of butter and 1/3 cup of sugar to graham crackers. Stir.

3. Place smashed graham crackers in cupcake tin and bake at 350 degrees for 4 minutes.

4. Add marshmallows and chocolate chips to graham crackers. Bake for 5 minutes at 350 degrees. Let it cool before eating

S’mores Cup

Directions:

1. Cut the dough into quarters.

2. Mix sugar and cinnamon together. Melt

butter.

3. Dip each piece of dough into the melted

butter, then dip into sugar and cinnamon

mixture.

4. Place cinnamon covered dough

pieces into round cake dish.

5. Bake for 22 minutes at

400 degrees.

Monkey Bread

Ingredients:• 2 cups of Graham

Crackers

• Mini Marshmallows

• Mini Chocolate Chips

• 1 stick of Butter

• 1/3 Cup Sugar

Ingredients:

• 1 package of Pillsbury

Grands Biscuit Dough

• 1 Stick of butter,

melted

• ½ cup of sugar

• 2 teaspoons of

cinnamon

Cake Pops

Ingredients:• 1 box of cake mix

• ¼ cup of icing

• 2 cups of chocolate chips

• Lollipop sticks

Directions:1. Follow instructions on back of cake mix to bake the cake.

2. Once the cake is baked let it cool. Break the cake up and add icing. Mix thoroughly. While do you this, melt the chocolate.

3. Roll mixture into balls. Dip the top of the lollipop stick into the melted chocolate and then place into the cake ball.

4. Let cake pops cool in freezer for 10 minutes.

5. Dip cake pops into melted chocolate. Let sit in freezer until chocolate is hardened.

What’s Cookin’

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THINK

- is it TRUE?

- will it make others HAPPY?

- is it INCLUSIVE?

- is it NICE?

- am I being KIND to others?#campwalden #think #kindness #camp4life

Dear Camp Walden Campers and Staff,

As many of you know, Camp Walden prides itself on being a community of individuals who treat each other with kindness, compassion and respect. Together, we work hard throughout the summer to create an intentional place where everyone feels safe, valued, and included. We feel it is important that the messages delivered throughout the summer are upheld not only while we are at camp but also during the 10 months when you return to your school worlds. We want to remind you of the meetings we had in our last couple days of camp, with staff and campers from all age groups, to discuss how to ensure campers and staff are demonstrating the “Walden Way” as they return to their lives at home- in particular when interacting on social media. We ask you to consider what you are posting, who you are tagging and how who does or does not get included in a group chat might affect someone else’s feelings. We also remind you that once something is posted online, you have very little control of who sees the post. We encourage you not to post pictures, videos or text that you would not want seen by your family, counselors or camp directors.

We want to remind you that it is important to treat each other with respect and kindness not only during the summer, but also during the school year. We ask all campers and staff to always THINK before they post…

Save the Date!Montreal GatheringSaturday, November 11th 2 PM – 4PM at Laurentian Lanes

New York GatheringSaturday, March 24th 10 AM – 12PM at Bowlmor, White Plains

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“So we can try to hang on

Always remembering the

strength

of our bonds

When we fall down you’ll be there

holding us up

Walden, you’re all we have

And when reality hits we will

learn that it’s time

to move on”

“I don’t know what I’m supposed to do

‘Cause Walden I am leaving youCan’t pull me away from home

I don’t know what I’m supposed to do

But Walden I’ll be missing you

Our hearts forever grey and blue”

Grey Cinema

Alma Mater

Blue Television Alma Mater

Memories of Blue and Grey and Love

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there’s no place like Walden

Let the

countdown begin...

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