Juniors
At our traditional camp, Juniors are our youngest campers aged 7–9. They come in all sizes and stages. We love our juniors and pay special attention to the loving care they require. With respect to the youngest we will place as many as four counselors with them in their own cabin.
Among our primary goals for our youngest juniors is that they bond early-on with their cabin-mates and camp counselors to provide bunk life and additional “community” support on a kind of “one for all, all for one” caring and sharing basis. At least one of the Junior activity periods, as well as their daily swimming lesson, will be spent with their entire cabin. During the first two weeks, depending on the needs of the individual child, his/her counselors will help in selection of activites and building of a personal weekly schedule. Encouragement will be given, particularly to the older Juniors, to branch out in the second two weeks and to make decisions more on their own in the selection of their “activity schedules” :http://schedule.adirondackcamp.com.
Our child was able to experience things that seven-year-olds don’ t normally experience. It is amazing as a parent to be able to see the growth of our child throughout the summer! Parent of Trey H, Camper
Another way we support our youngest campers is by having equipment for even the tiniest camp boys and camp girls in every single sport and activity.
- Sailing–Opti’s are sailboats ideal for sailors less than 90 pounds.
- Windsurfing–we have “double” boards that allow for surfing with instructor.
- Kayaking and Canoeing–we own “mini” kayaks and canoes with reduced-diameter paddles.
- Snorkeling gear–we have junior-sized gear.
- Wakeboards–we have junior-sized gear.
- Waterskis–we have junior-sized skis.
- Swim classes–are individually tailored per camper.
- Rock-climbing–we have junior-sized rock-climbing harnesses.
- Archery and fencing gear–we have the smallest sizes.
Even at this youngest age some wilderness adventure trips are quite appropriate. Juniors are invited, in addition to cabin overnights, to participate in the Lake George 5, Reflection and The Fire-tower series adventure trips.
Junior call to quarters is 8:30, with lights out at 9 pm.