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Camp Scatico 8/9/25 Camp Scatico 8/9/25

Boys Color War

1, 2, 3, 4… We have Boys Color War! It was a special Friday night in the 12523, and, unbelieavably, the last one of the camp season.

Following Friday dinner, boys side congregated at the waterfront as is tradition. As the last Friday gathering of 2025, Upper Seniors were selected to deliver the sermon: Jack Weinberg and Jonah Cooper. Jack and Jonah shared their lessons and reflections, marveling at the passage of time at camp, and how to get the most out of your summers at Scatico. At their sermon's close, they picked a rock to throw into the crib section of the lake, another final Friday ritual. Different people have different interpretations of what the “rock throw” and ensuing ripples across the water mean for them, but one interpretation is that just as one rock can create ripples that grow and spread across the entire waterfront, so can one person or one action make an impact on the entirety of camp. Each individual at camp has their role and place that contributes to the whole.

Following Friday gathering, Mark announced it was time to head to the Social Hall for a “special ceremony.” Needless to say… everyone was on high Color War alert!!

Once in the Social Hall, the curiosity grew. Division Leaders distributed giant Q-Tips for each camper to hold. There was a projector set up, and a podium. There was a jersey hanging in the back corner. What could be happening?

Mark clarified the evening’s festivities. Boys Side was gathered for the official jersey retirement ceremony of Assistant Head Counselor Quinn Croland’s 2006 Nat Champion Jersey!! Quinn (whose nickname is Q-Tip… hence the props), is the only Nat Champ in all of boys side… and best part yet, Quinn had no idea this ceremony was happening! Mark kicked off the jersey retirement ceremony with a touching speech. Isaac Greenblatt (former Shack Boy) and Moises Torres (co-Assistant Head Counselor) spoke next, followed by Bence (the staff member responsible for delivering Snack) and Harry Savitz in a full-body bug costume to represent the bug that had to be surgically removed from Quinn’s ear earlier this summer (a longer story for another time). Among Quinn’s many roles and responsibilities is keeping the Boys HC organized and overseeing Shack Duty (essentially, manning the HC and its daily operations)… so the speaker lineup was a fitting tribute!

With each passing moment, boys side grew increasingly antsy for Color War, anticipating the moment that a speech might turn into a “Color War!’ announcement. But there was more to come…

Following speeches, we watched a Quinn Croland tribute video, filled with cameos from Scatico alum, including other members of the 2006 Nat Team! Next, DLs performed a “boys sing style” song set to the tune of “Wagon Wheel,” hailing Quinn as the “Shack King.” Shoutout to Sam Ryan, for leading the DLs! Finally, Quinn’s jersey was hoisted into the rafters, and Mark got set to reveal Quinn’s plaque. For anyone paying attention, a plaque of sorts had been hiding under a gold cloth next to Mark’s podium. When Mark announced it was time to give Quinn his plaque, and he took off the cloth… underneath was a sign that said Color War!! Simultaneously, DLs rained green and grey Q-Tips down on Quinn!!

In a flash…. everyone rushed to the A-Court!!!! Boys Color War had officially begun.

Color War Splits + Program

Camp Scatico 8/3/25 Camp Scatico 8/3/25

Girls Color War

1, 2, 3, 4… we have girls Color War!! It was a special day on girls side, ending in a major summer milestone… COLOR WAR!

It started with the walk to dinner, in which the Seniors successfully tricked us with a fake break! They decorated the road path and amphitheater with balloons and streamers… which led to an eruption of cheers. But alas, no Color War.

Once at the dining hall, it was a special Birthday Ball dinner. Birthday Ball is a time to celebrate everyone in camp’s birthday and to also celebrate the history of Scatico. We give out the year’s Scatico “party favors” (this year, a deck of cards with an image of the road path), and at the end of the meal we bring out four giant sheet cakes, with 104 candles (one for each year of Scatico), and have a candle lighting ceremony. In this ceremony, we call out the number of years at camp starting with 20+ years, then 15+, then 10+, and then 9, 8, 7, 6… until there are no candles left to be lit. With each year calling, all members of the community who have been at Scatico that long are able to come up and light a candle. It’s always a special moment when you’ve been at camp long enough to warrant a candle lighting!

Following dinner and cake, it was time for a movie in the Social Hall… Camp Rock! Donning PJs and Crazy Creeks in tow, girls side was ready for a movie “slumber party.” First bags of popcorn were distributed and then m&ms. But upon closer investigation… something was “off” with the m&m wrappers! They had a green and grey design and it said COLOR WAR :) Shouts ensued, the three judges emerged, and the Sooper splits were read.

On Girls Side, team Generals and Lieutenants— 4 Soopers who are voted for by their peers— first play a doubles tennis match to determine who gets dibs on color, Green or Grey. Ultimately, Brooke and Ila beat Lilah and Emily, and they chose GREEN! Then, divisions are called one at a time for a dodgeball match and as campers are eliminated they line up in front of the Judges and have their team color read. Green gathers on one half of the tennis courts, Grey on another, slowly growing and growing until each camper is on their respective side.

Color War Teams + Program

Camp Scatico 7/21/25 Camp Scatico 7/21/25

Summer Week 3

At Camp Scatico on Visiting Day, the Road Path comes alive with the sights and sounds of reunion. Roughly 200 cars line the driving range in neat rows, creating the illusion of a parking lot without a single painted line. Picnic blankets and lawn chairs line the Road Path while some families gravitate to off-the-beaten-path spots, perhaps under the tree by the Girls’ Social Hall or in the Pagoda. Relatives sit in clusters catching up, family-member alumni walk familiar paths, and campers proudly show off creations they’ve made in crafts or ceramics. Younger siblings sport green and white in anticipation of the day they’ll be campers too. The lake becomes a scene of summer joy, with adults launching children off the Rave, sending them flying with shrieks of laughter. Parents laugh, hug, and sometimes have to gently pull themselves away as teary-eyed campers cling tightly.

But Visiting Day is more than just a day of candy and activity. It’s a marker in time. It divides the summer in two, creating a distinct “before” and “after.” The first half of camp, filled with anticipation and adjustment, gives way to a second half shaped by a renewed confidence and the knowledge that time is ticking. For many, it’s the emotional core of the summer—a reminder of how much has changed in just a few weeks and how fast the rest will fly by. It’s a day that holds joy, nostalgia, and sometimes a few tears, signaling the shift from early summer innocence to the full-hearted sprint toward the end.

While the family-facing portion of Visiting Day can present its transitional challenges, once families say goodbye the day is filled with jam-packed fun to bring campers back into the swing of things.

Legends:

Created in 2016 by Head of Arts Ken Vallario, Legends has become one of Camp Scatico’s most imaginative traditions. Now in his ninth summer leading the event, Vallario’s vision remains rooted in storytelling, teamwork, and a sense of magic. Each summer, campers are divided into four teams, the Alchemists, Harbingers, Guardians, and Seers, each with its own identity and symbol. Much like a Hogwarts house, once placed on a team, campers remain part of it for the rest of their camper years, building loyalty and legacy over time. While the athletic events vary slightly from year to year, the spirit of Legends stays the same: a celebration of creativity and camp-wide connection.

This year’s Legends kicked off with a pickleball tournament on the new courts on the Hill. The Alchemists faced off against the Guardians, while the Harbingers took on the Seers in the opening round. The competition was spirited and fun, with the Harbingers ultimately emerging victorious over the Alchemists in the championship match. Following pickleball was the relay race. Teams rotated between eating dinner at the BBQ Deck (counselors man the grill– the only time Head Chef Ricardo lets this happen!) and participating in the relay, creating a relaxed and social atmosphere on the hill. The Lower Hill campers kicked things off by solving a puzzle that showed their team’s symbol. Once completed, a runner went down to the waterfront to tag in Upper Hill campers. There, the challenge involved filling a bucket with water until a ping pong ball floated out. Campers who weren’t actively racing spent time shooting hoops, playing catch, or simply enjoying the summer evening with teammates.

Once the athletic events wrapped up, the true essence of Legends began: the storytelling. Each team’s Seniors had full creative freedom to craft and present an original story, weaving in their team’s identity in any form they chose. These stories could be anecdotal, mystical, magical, humorous, or heartfelt, but all shared a common thread by having an underlying moral lesson. The entire camp was captivated, pulled into other worlds as the Seniors showcased their imagination, writing, and performance skills. It was a moment for each team to shine, not through scores or competition, but through creativity and self-expression.

The day concluded with a general swim and s’mores. Campers splashed in the lake under the evening sky, toasted marshmallows, and reflected on the stories they had just heard. Legends doesn’t end with medals or rankings. It ends with the memory of a day where imagination reigned and every camper felt a little more connected to something bigger than themselves.

Scatapalooza:

Scatapalooza is a vibrant and ever-evolving tradition at Camp Scatico and typically revolves around strengthening the bond between camp sisters. This year’s event kicked off with a wildly fun game called Organized Mass Chaos, featuring two concentric rings of counselors: the outer ring made up of Lower Hill staff and the inner ring of Upper Hill staff, guarding materials like pool noodles, shaving cream, and kickballs. Camp sisters paired up to navigate the rings, traveling from counselor to counselor collecting slips of paper with wacky tasks such as, “Tell five people you lost your compass and can’t find your way north,” or “Get two more pairs of camp sisters and form a human pyramid.” With each completed task, a counselor checked off their slip, and the goal was simple: complete as many tasks as possible before time ran out.

After the high-energy chaos of the challenge, the camp sisters wound down with a relaxing general swim. The swim served not just as a cool-down or a chance to laugh about the game, but to turn everyday camp activities into lasting memories, strengthening the sisterhood that Scatapalooza celebrates.

As night fell, the energy shifted to the evening activity: Salmagundi. While usually hosted on the tennis courts, this year’s event embraced a more rustic mood, taking place across five fire pits on back campus. Around each fire pit were different stations offering a mix of activities, each one designed to keep the spirit of fun and togetherness alive. One fire pit station was for “novleties” (little challenges like eating a cracker and whistling, or getting an oreo from your forehead into your mouth without using your hands). Another fire pit station was “entourage rock, paper, scissors” (in which campers cheer on rock paper scissor matches). The flicker of firelight, the buzz of laughter, and the excitement of trying new activities made the night feel magical, closing out Scatapalooza with warmth, creativity, and that special Scatico sense of community.

While Saturday was a particularly special camp night, we must not forget other standout moments from Week 3…

Week 3 Highlights:

Hikes and Overnights: The last of the camper hikes went out, with the Junior girls heading to Mills Mansion and berry picking. Several groups also headed to the campfire site for overnights! Headed by the dynamic duo of Nature Will and Nature Mike, overnights consist of cooking dinner over a fire, storytelling, s’mores, and of course… sleeping in tents!

Co-Ed Activities: This summer we have added weekly, division-specific co-ed activities during the day. Lower hill groups do their activities on Wednesdays, and Upper Hill on Fridays. Some lower hill co-ed activity highlights from this week included the Inter girls and Sub Junior boys having a graduation ceremony– complete with diplomas– and the Centers and Juniors doing a Scatico-themed Scavenger Hunt.

Girls Scatico Softball: Camp Scatico hosted four camps for the 8th Grade Softball Tournament and went an impressive 3-0 to clinch first place. The team faced off against Lenox, Schodack, and Wah-Nee, delivering strong performances in each game. Ruby Elkin led the way on the mound with excellent pitching, while every player on the team got on base, Annabelle Noe also crushed a key triple and on defense, Ryan Thaler and Emma Fabian anchored the infield with standout plays at shortstop.

Boys Scatico Baseball: Camp Scatico’s baseball team put up a strong showing in their tournament, finishing in second place with a 1-1 record. In Game 1, they defeated Wah-Nee 4-0 behind three scoreless innings from Chuck Wachalter and closing performance by Levi Gross. In Game 2 against Greylock, Ezra Elkin provided a spark by stealing third and scoring on an overthrow. Although Scatico ultimately fell 8-1, this hardworking group proved themselves to be a cohesive and determined team, and they should be proud of all they accomplished.

Co-ed Scatico Tennis: Scatico Tennis had an outstanding showing this summer, with strong performances across both the girls’ and boys’ brackets. On the girls’ side, Scatico swept the finals. The boys also had a strong showing. Aaron Taubenfeld won the singles championship 6-2, earning back-to-back titles!

Week 3 at Camp Scatico was packed with unforgettable moments, from the emotional highs of Visiting Day to the creative magic of Legends and Scatapalooza, and there is so much yet to come.

Camp Scatico 7/16/25 Camp Scatico 7/16/25

Summer 2025, Week 2

Isaac Newton’s First Law of Motion (for those with lack of scientific expertise), claims that an object in motion stays in motion. In Camp Scatico terms, which is probably a more common language for those of us reading, this means that the spirit and action of camp we saw bloom in Week 1 has only continued. See below for Week 2 Highlights…

Week 2 Highlights

Girls Nat: The week began with the Girls’ Nat Holman Invitational Tournament. The bleachers of the Pavilion were filled with green and grey as the crowd cheered on their team. The first game was a blowout against Kinder Ring. Although the team lost to Lenox in the semis, the energy remained high because later that day…

DJ Pure: “DJ Pure” set up shop in the Pavillion and hosted a dance party for evening activity. Campers of all ages danced the night away and enjoyed music with their peers.

Teams Day 1: Thunderbolt and Racing Wind played against Blazing Arrow and Flying Eagle for the day. Each division played two sports in the morning followed by the swim meet in the afternoon. At the evening campfire, each team sang their Jingle, which is a short fight song, and demonstrated their Pyramid, which is a gymnastics formation. The current standings have Blazing Arrow in first, Flying Eagle in second, Racing Wind in third, and Thunderbolt in fourth.

College Bowl: The Upper Seniors did a fantastic job leading their teams in College Bowl, a two day competition between four teams on Boys’ Side. The teams remain the same every summer, being University of Michigan (royal blue), UCLA (light blue), USC (yellow), and Ohio State (red). College Bowl starts with a full evening capture the flag, and the next day continues with Mass Softball (everyone in the field at once, everyone at bat), Full Camp Dodgeball and Rock Paper Scissors, and Greasy Watermelon. The afternoon follows with the full-camp Relay, an intense game of Knockout, and the Upper Senior Slapball Homerun Derby.

The special event was completed with the Campfire. The silliness of the novelties like Pillow Fights and Fool Ball was balanced with the solemn ceremony honoring the Upper Seniors, where Division Leader George Richardson gifted each Upper Senior with a Scatico backpack.

Yes, there are moments of stillness within this all… a walk back to a bunk from a meal, reading a comic book or playing a card game during rest hour… but Camp Scatico is undoubtedly within a state of inertia. The rush of cheering on your bunkmates during the Nat, the anticipation of waiting for your event during the relay, the thrill of hearing that the following day is a late morning… Summer at Camp Scatico is an object in motion, moving along with an intangible vitality, and it refuses to be stopped.

Camp Scatico 7/7/25 Camp Scatico 7/7/25

Summer 2025, Week 1

Scatico is excited to have longtime camper, former Division Leader, and current college student Emma Hochberg as our head of social media this summer! She is behind our new instagram stories, and this post marks her first blog of the summer. Happy reading!!

Summer is underway and Week 1 in the 12523 is in the books! We’re already embracing the journey…

Freshmen at their first-ever Slapball… a game perhaps ONLY played in the 12523.

19th century philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson is credited with the quote, “It’s about the journey, not the destination”. One could argue that Miley Cyrus’ “The Climb” from Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009) is a contemporary adaptation.

Once a Scaticonian crosses camp’s white gates, they subscribe to camp’s four core values… a social contract of sorts. While these values may not have been at the forefront of campers’ minds this first week of camp– there is so much activity going on!-- the value “Personal Growth: Embrace the Journey” stands out as we reflect on these past seven days.

Time seems to pass differently in “camp world”, and while Opening Day was not so long ago, growth is already happening all around us. From first time campers mastering morning routines and the dining hall with a little more confidence, to longtime campers stepping into new leadership roles, or addressing the full camp for the first time– each day comes with its own set of learning curves and growth moments big and small.

A silly, microcosm of the passage of time and growth at camp: on Opening Day the Senior boys had a Scatico FIRST— not one, but TWO campers hit slapball home runs that went through the basket on the far hoop of the B-court— a rare shot that wins the division a pizza party. The B-court went wild with cheers. Just a few days later, the Freshman had their first-ever game of slapball, learning the nuanced rules and insider tips of this “only-at-Scatico” game. No pizza parties won… but it was a success!

Week 1 Highlights

Opening Campfires– Formally mark the beginning of summer. Fool ball and pillow fights (on boys side) keep the energy high. A historical, classic baseball story from Dave widens the eyes of Lower Hill (this year’s focused on Ed Delehanty). The year song (on girls side) marks the passage of time. And as one flame turns into 150 after the Soopers pass out candles, each camper is inextricably tied together– a glowing, radiant summer circle.

Team Judges take the floor (well, bench) during the break.

Teams– broke last Monday, when a pre-lunch dance party at “The U” (the Dining Hall porch), featured a remix of “Pink Pony Club,” in which Chappel Roan’s voice was interrupted by an alarm and “Attention Girls Side, Teams 2-0-2-5 has begun”! The Judges emerged and excitement ensued!. For Teams, the Seniors serve as leaders and girls side is split into four– Flying Eagle (green), Thunderbolt (blue), Blazing Arrow (red), and Racing Wind (yellow). You can find your camper’s team here. There will be one Teams day per week over the next three weeks in which girls compete in sports, arts, singing, and a series of “challenges”. Walking through back campus during Sunday evening Teams Meetings, girls side was a chorus of singing as campers practiced their “Jingle” (the song to be showcased at the first Teams Campfire on Tuesday).

Leagues– For boys’ side, lower hill participates in Hoops, Baseball and Soccer Leagues (Frosh and Sophs together in one league, and Sub Juniors and Juniors together in another). Inters and Subs have their own Hoops League, Upper Seniors and Seniors their own Soccer League, and then ALL of upper hill participates in Twilight League. A sunset softball league, T-League is one of those deeply beloved– and long-remembered camp traditions. Highlights from Leagues so far include TWO Soph-Frosh Hoops Leagues games that went into overtime, and were then won with a three pointer with under 30 seconds left in the game! Shoutouts to Ryder Millman and Austin Taylor for nailing those shots!

Subs at the top of Bonticou Crag. They all opted for the harder route, involving a scramble!!

Hikes– The first divisional hikes have gone out! So far we’ve sent… the Debs to Monument Mountain, Sub Girls to Bonticou Crag, Jinter Girls to Boulder Rock, and the Junior Boys to Monument Mountain. Of course, no hike outing is complete without an ice cream stop on the way back to camp.

4th of July– Leaving the tried-and-true reveille behind, camp woke up to Tom Petty’s “American Girl,” and the first full-camp special event of summer kicked into high gear! The rest of the day follows in similar fashion with bugles replaced by American-themed songs. Green and white is traded in for red, white, and blue, indicating a day of decked-out camp spirit. Daily activities are followed by a co-ed BBQ, talent show and fireworks on the driving range. The talent show is always a special moment— the first time the full camp assembles in the amphitheater, and comes together as the sun slowly dips below the horizon (most of the show takes place during golden hour, adding a magical glow to the evening’s festivities). Whether it was a performer’s Scatico stage debut or they’d already established themselves as an audience fan favorite, each act brought its own spin from singing and dancing, to magic tricks and gymnastics. We often marvel at how repeat performers grow year after year, their voice growing ever stronger and their stage presense more at ease. The Soopers performed a rendition of a dance they choreographed as Centers in 2021 (a real, full-circle camp moment); Music Counselor Sam Ryan and Nurse Carly performed an amazing rendition of “Shallow” (the Scatico equivalent of two solo pop stars coming together for a surprise duet); and the night closed out with a dance from Platano Power (the name our Dominican staff have given themselves for their act since 2022)! But the best part of the talent show?… the audience support and participation. There is something about watching a bunkmate leave the stage, and return to their amphitheater seat to be met by hugs, high fives, and cheers that encapsulates what camp is all about.

Impromptu Junior dance party at cooking on the 4th

Rave Launch Competition— a (relatively new) 4th of July tradition on boys side.

In the words of Miley…. we may not know it, but these are the moments that we’re going to remember most. New and old campers alike face challenges and experiences that help them grow as individuals, as divisional entities, and as an entire camp. New campers are slowly familiarizing themselves with the nature of camp, asking less and less frequently questions like, “What’s that bugle?” or “Where’s the infirm?” They already seem to be incorporating camp lingo into their vocabulary, such as “mess hall” and “canteen”, as if they are deeply-embedded second nature. In all aspects, we are slowly becoming those camp versions of ourselves by embracing the journey.

Camp Scatico 6/1/25 Camp Scatico 6/1/25

Meet the 2025 DLs

We are incredibly excited to introduce the 2024 Division Leaders— 18 Scaticonians who combined have spent 150+ summers at Scatico!

We are incredibly excited to introduce the 2025 Division Leaders (DLs)— 17 Scaticonians who combined have spent 150+ summers at Scatico!

Division Leaders serve as a “head counselor” for each group in camp. They live in cabins with their campers, travel to virtually all of their activities with them, plus oversee the other counselors in the group. Each group has one DL with the exception of the Sophomore boys who are lucky to have co-DLs.

Get to know this year’s team below!

Jenna Fass, Juniors (Rising 3rd + 4th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 14

When I’m not at camp I… am receiving my masters in Early Childhood and Special Education at Teachers College, Columbia University (graduating in a few weeks :))

A fun fact about me is…I don't know how to ride a bike.

A camp memory I love is… the 4th of July, when the whole camp comes together, and we get to experience the BBQ, talent show, and fireworks together.

This summer, I’m most excited to…be back at the most special place and have my campers create lasting memories.

Henry Max, Freshmen (Rising 3rd + 4th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 10

When I’m not at camp I…am a rising sophomore at Tufts University planning to study English.

A fun fact about me is… I have three first names (including my middle name...)!

A camp memory I love is… The social hall after color war. Every summer it is a giant release of emotion that has been building up throughout the weeks, and that moment is always the annual time in my life where I feel most connected to a place and group of people.

This summer, I’m most excited to…See all of my best friends again, and help as many people as possible make their best friends.

Nile Cather, Sophomores (Rising 5th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 10

When I’m not at camp I…am a Sophomore at Tulane University.

A fun fact about me is…I am an experienced whittler and enjoy carving wood at the waterfront.

A camp memory I love is… Listening to free bird with all of boys side each summer.

This summer, I’m most excited to…play recreational hoops.

Jack Wasserman, Sophomores (Rising 5th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 10

When I’m not at camp I…am going into my Sophomore year at Syracuse University.

A fun fact about me is… I run a jam band focused college radio show.

A camp memory I love is… my division’s Upper Senior sweat lodge with Ishai and Ken.

This summer, I’m most excited to…spend as much time outside as I can.

Julia Metzendorf, Jinters (Rising 5th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 10

When I’m not at camp I…am finishing up my gap year that I have spent traveling and preparing to start my freshman year at Vanderbilt University.

A fun fact about me is… I spent two weeks working on an olive farm in Tuscany.

A camp memory I love is…my senior summer when all of girls side upper hill went mudsliding on back campus and then jumped in the lake!

This summer, I’m most excited to…take my campers caroling.

Lexi Schwartz, Inters (Rising 6th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 10

When I’m not at camp I…am a freshman at the University of Maryland studying psychology and recently joined the sorority Phi Sig!

A fun fact about me is…I was a tennis counselor for the past 2 summers and I even won the camper counselor tennis tournament last summer!

A camp memory I love is… stargazing with my division on the last night while listening to camp songs.

This summer, I’m most excited to… dance in the U with girls side every day before lunch!

Jacob Metlzer, Sub Juniors (Rising 6th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 9

When I’m not at camp I… am a student at Indiana University studying Finance and Business Analytics.

A fun fact about me is… the lake is my favorite spot at camp.

A camp memory I love is… Sitting in chair circles outside 1-A-B-C with my division mates.

This summer, I’m most excited to… have an amazing summer with the Sub-Juniors and spend quality time with my division mates.

Lexi Katz, Centers (Rising 7th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 10

When I am not at camp I…am going into sophomore year at Emerson College with a major in Business of Creative Enterprises.

A fun fact about me is… I'm in an acapella group in college!

A camp memory I love is…White water rafting with my division (twice)!

This summer, I’m most excited to… Play Scatico Ball on the hill.

Adam Steifel, Juniors (Rising 7th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 10

When I’m not at camp I… am a student at Northwestern University.

A fun fact about me is… I am a third generation Scaticonian.

A camp memory I love is…walking down to ballfields for T-league at sunset.

This summer, I’m most excited to…have a great summer with the Junior boys.

Vivi Loigman, Debs (Rising 8th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 11

When I’m not at camp I… am entering my Junior year at Vanderbilt University studying child development.

A fun fact about me is… I have the same birthday as both my parents!

A camp memory I love is… Whole girls side mudslide followed by an impromptu GS on back campus my Sooper summer!

This summer, I’m most excited to… help create the most incredible summer of memories for the Debs at the best place on earth!

Emmet Miller (right) in a game of capture the flag.

Emmet Miller, Inters (Rising 8th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 11

When I’m not at camp I… am a rising Junior studying Electrical Engineering at the University of Florida.

A fun fact about me is… I am a huge baseball fan, and I have been to over half of the MLB ballparks

A camp memory I love is… hitting my first slapball homerun.

This summer, I’m most excited to… get to make lifelong memories with my campers as their DL.

Katie Pargament, Subs (Rising 9th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 11

When I’m not at camp I… just graduated from Boston University and am going to graduate school at Adelphi University this fall to get my masters in mental health counseling.

A fun fact about me is… the day I was born was my brother’s first ever day of camp! Scatico is in my blood!

A camp memory I love is…all of the down time spent with my camp friends in the bunk, they are all still my best friends to this day.

This summer, I’m most excited to…connect with a new group of campers and counselors.

Ellis Zuckerman, Sub Seniors (Rising 9th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 12

When I’m not at camp I… am a sophomore at Northwestern University studying data science and mathematics.

A fun fact about me is… that I'm allergic to cold water.

A camp memory I love is… the buzz of the mess hall before a T-League game.

This summer, I’m most excited to…build lasting memories for my campers and help them grow as a group.

Emma Krasner, Seniors (Rising 10th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 13

When I’m not at camp I… just graduated from Syracuse University and will be attending Columbia Teacher’s College in the fall!

A fun fact about me is…I am obsessed with Flying Eagle and Green.

A camp memory I love is… seeing my old campers on the first day of camp!

This summer, I’m most excited to… be back with my amazing Senior girls for another incredible summer!!!

Sam Ranzer, Seniors (Rising 10th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 12

When I’m not at camp I… am a junior at Indiana University, studying sports marketing and management.

A fun fact about me is…I have hit a backwards half-court shot on the A, B, and C courts.

A camp memory I love is… Sitting around center campus in adirondack chairs with my divisionmates.

This summer, I’m most excited to…experience Lake Placid with the Seniors, since my division never got to go because of Covid.

Sophie Rosen, Soopers (Rising 11th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 11

When I’m not at camp I…am a student at Indiana university.

A fun fact about me is… my favorite activity at camp is slammajamma!

A camp memory I love is… walking to meals with my division every day.

This summer, I’m most excited to…have my first campers again, be back with everyone, and experience the DR for the first time!

George Richardson, Upper Seniors (Rising 11th)

Number of summers at Scatico: 4

When I’m not at camp I…am training to become a teacher back in England.

A fun fact about me is… I’ve been to 23 different countries across 4 continents.

A camp memory I love is…having the privilege of being the closing act to the July 4th talent show the last three years and seeing the whole camp community together having a good time.

This summer, I’m most excited to… Make the most of being at Scatico and giving the upper seniors a final summer as campers that they will remember.

Camp Scatico 5/27/25 Camp Scatico 5/27/25

Meet Scatico Senior Leadership + Program Staff

We’re excited to introduce our leadership and program staff for summer 2025 ! These are members of our community who do not live in cabins with campers (as Counselors and Division Leaders do) but who help oversee camper life, program areas and activities, special events, and operations. We want to share a little more about these key Scaticonians! Who wants to do the math on how many combined Scatico summers represented, or how many total miles travelled to get to the 12523?

HEAD COUNSELORS

KERRI WINDERMAN, GIRLS HEAD COUNSELOR

Number of summers at Scatico…26.

I travel to camp from… Rye, NY.

When I’m not at camp I… am an Instructional Math Coach for the Rye City School District, where I focus on curriculum and professional development for elementary teachers.

AUDREY FLEISCHNER, GIRLS HEAD COUNSELOR + ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Number of summers at Scatico…25.

I travel to camp from… Brooklyn, NY.

When I’m not at camp I… still work for camp as an Assistant Director! I also have my own NYC education consultancy, BetterEd.

MARK GRETENSTEIN, BOYS HEAD COUNSELOR

Number of summers at Scatico… 7.

I travel to camp from… Brooklyn, but I grew up in Miami!

When I’m not at camp I… teach middle school math in East New York, Brooklyn.

DUSTY FOX, ASSISTANT GIRLS HEAD COUNSELOR

Number of summers at Scatico… 27 this summer.

I travel to camp from… Asheville, NC .

When I’m not at camp I’m… a middle school English teacher.

QUINN CROLAND, ASSISTANT BOYS HEAD COUNSELOR

Number of summers at Scatico… 22.

I travel to camp from… Hawthorne, NJ.

When I’m not at camp I…work as a special education middle school teacher. Specifically, I’m teaching 8th grade resource room social studies and language arts; science in LLD room; and co-teacher for 6th and 7th grade science.

JANE ROSENFELD, ASSISTANT HEAD COUNSELOR

Number of summers at Scatico… #18!

I travel to camp from… NYC.

When I’m not at camp I… am a 4th-grade teacher at Spence in New York.

MOISES “MOE” TORRES, ASSISTANT BOYS HEAD COUNSELOR

Number of summers at Scatico… This will be my 12th summer.

I travel to camp from…the Czech Republic, but I am from Washington Heights, NY.

When I’m not at camp I’m… a Spanish teacher and Co-Director of the after school program at a school in Prague. I also play semi pro basketball in the Czech Republic.

WATERFRONTS

ISHAI ESHED, BOYS WATERFRONT

My first summer at camp was… 2019. 7 summers at Scatico!

I travel to camp from… Ecuador, where I have been living for the last 20+ years. But I was born and raised in Israel.

When I’m not at camp… My wife and I own a Green School in our home town in Ecuador.

JULIETA MARTOS, GIRLS WATERFRONT

My first summer at camp was… 2021, summer #5.

I travel to camp from… Córdoba, Argentina.

When I’m not at camp I… work as a swimming teacher and lifeguard. I also dance and work as a physical education teacher.

ATHLETICS

RANDY AU, BOYS ATHLETICS

My first summer at camp was… 1984, 24th summer.

I travel to camp from…Columbus, OH.

When I’m not at camp… I work for Pickerington North and Central High School as a 504 coordinator. In this role, I develop and maintain students’ 504 plans. I used to be a school psychologist.

ELIANA PISETZNER, GIRLS ATHLETICS

Number of summers at Scatico… 12.

I travel to camp from… New Jersey.

When I’m not at camp I… am a full-time student, getting my Masters in Social Work. This past year I interned at a center for family services with 8-18 year-olds.

VINOD DOGRA, BOYS TENNIS

Number of summers at Scatico… 23.

I travel to camp from…India.

When I’m not at camp I… run tennis and pickleball programs for adults and kids.

BEN LEW, GIRLS TENNIS

Number of summers at Scatico… 14th full summer, but I’ve got some 1-3 week stints from another 5 to mix in.

Travel to camp from… very close by! I now live in Clermont, NY but grew up in Ardsley.

When I’m not at camp… I run a small business and take care of Henry (Lew).

PJ MAPUMULO, TENNIS

Number of summers at Scatico…3! Get my jacket this summer.

I travel to camp from… California, but I’m originally from South Africa.

When I’m not at camp…I am a professional USPTA tennis coach. The high school team I coach in California, won the state championship!

EMILIANO PRIETO, TENNIS

Number of summers at Scatico…four.

I travel to camp from… Argentina.

When I’m not at camp…I work as a physical education teacher and tennis coach.

MICHAEL OCSHER, SOCCER

Number of summers at Scatico…3! Coming for that jacket.

I travel to camp from… England.

When I’m not at camp…I work as an outreach officer for a community energy organization— so delivering talks and workshops about things related to energy efficiency. I also coach football!

CREATIVE + CULINARY ARTS

LAURA GOLD, GIRLS ART

Number of summers at Scatico… 18 summers and counting.

I travel to camp from… the beaches of Ecuador. Originally from Queens, NY.

When I’m not at camp I… am the director of Ayni Green School, a holistic educational community dedicated to fostering regenerative practices and sustainability.

KEN VALLARIO, ART

Number of summers at Scatico…12!

I travel to camp from…Asheville, NC.

When I’m not at camp I… do art and teach kids.

MAR VAZQUEZ, BOYS ART

My first summer at camp was… 2019, this will be my 6th summer.

I travel to camp from… Mexico City.

When I’m not at camp I… model and host events for companies :)

ALEJANDRO CASTILLO, COOKING

This will be summer number… 5!

I travel to camp from… Puebla, Mexico.

When I’m not at camp I… work at a culinary school as a chef instructor for university students. In my teaching, I specialize in pastry and baking.

ALLY MCARTHUR AKA CHEF ALLY, COOKING

My first summer at camp was… 1983 / 22.

I travel to camp from…Norwalk, CT.

When I’m not at camp I… cater and plan events in NYC and tri-state with my company, Herb-n-Peach.

JAMIE SEGAL, PERFORMING ARTS

My first summer at camp was… 2007, this will be summer 17!

I travel to camp from…New York.

When I’m not at camp I… teach second grade in NYC!

SAM ANDERSON, GIRLS CERAMICS

Number of summers at Scatico… 2.

I travel to camp from… Catskill, NY.

When I’m not at camp… I'm teaching Pre K - 5th grade art at the Hudson City School District. When I'm not working, I'm usually spending time with my dog, Kikko, or crafting.

BIANCA MYRON, BOYS CERAMICS

Number of summers at Scatico… 2!

I travel to camp from… Kingston, NY.

When I’m not at camp… I teach ceramics and work for a small business in Red Hook (very close to camp).

DANIEL DALY, WOODSHOP

Number of summers at Scatico… 4.

I travel to camp from… Ireland.

When I’m not at camp… I am a product designer. I specialize in products made out of sheet metal.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

WILL BUSSERT, OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

My first summer at camp was… 2021, so this will be my fifth summer at Camp Scatico.

I travel to camp from… Niskayuna, NY.

When I’m not at camp I…teach PE for grades NS-6 in Woodstock, NY.

STEVE LEWANICK, ROPES + TOWER

My first summer at camp was… I took Scatico groups caving 15-20 years ago but started running the Tower five years ago. (I rode down to check out the camp but had no intention of taking the position. Then I met David…)

Travel to camp from… Albany. Lived in the the capital district all my life.

When I’m not at camp I’m… trying to learn how to stay out of trouble. ;) I rock/ice climb, cave, golf, scuba dive, ski, ride my motorcycle.

JOSUE LORA, ROPES + TOWER

Number of summers at Scatico… this will be my fourth!

I travel to camp from… Washington Heights (but I’m studying in Michigan).

When I’m not at camp I’m…about to pursue my Masters in Athletic Training.

PHOTO + MEDIA

CORY SCHWARTZ

My first summer at camp was… 1988, in bunk 4 as a sub-junior. This will be summer 26.

I travel to camp from… Rye Brook, NY.

When I’m not at camp … am currently a stay at home dad to both Sebastian (6) and Peyton (4). I am also a photographer shooting events, concert, parties, family portraits, etc.

JOHN HICKEY

My first summer at camp was… 1982 / 41 summers at camp.

I travel to camp from…Los Angeles. Originally from Elizaville!

When I’m not at camp I… write and direct films and provide IT support to a large law firm. I also mentor early-career and emerging screenwriters.

JESI PEDROCCA

Number of summers at Scatico… 4! I took last summer off, but started in 2021.

I travel to camp from… Argentina.

When I’m not at camp I… take photos at events and teach AcroYoga classes. I also travel and study computer programming. I just spent over a year living in New Zealand!

SUPPORT STAFF

NURSE AMY, HEAD NURSE

My first summer at camp was… 2018.

I travel to camp from… Pennsylvania.

When I’m not at camp … I work at Mercersburg Academy– a boarding school in Pennsylvania– where I am an RN at the Student Health Center and (fun fact!) a Head Varsity Volleyball Coach.

BEN KLEIN, MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

My first summer at camp was… 1988, 19 summers at Camp

I travel to camp from… Maplewood, NJ.

When I’m not at camp I… live with my wife Sara, children Harry and Maddy and dog Archie. I am the lower school psychologist at Collegiate School in NYC.

TEDDY LYDON, MAINTENANCE

My first summer at camp was…1997/ 26 summers.

I travel to camp from… I live on camp! And am originally from the 12523.

When I’m not at camp I… I am still at camp, working as Scatico’s year-round caretaker.

RICARDO TURNBULL, KITCHEN

Number of summers at Scatico…16

I travel to camp from… Boca Raton, Florida.

When I’m not at camp I… run my own catering and event planning business, A Catered Affair.

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Preparing for Camp With School in Mind

If my kid is struggling in school, will they struggle at camp?

Original post by BetterEd NYC

Tulips are in bloom, cherry blossoms are peaking, and your parental focus is likely starting to shift from the school year to the summer ahead. Though your child is still enmeshed in standardized tests, social studies projects, and preparations for end of year celebrations, for many families Spring also marks the final push towards that camp goal line. Camp is increasingly valued as a unique opportunity to return to “kiddom” – to unplug, reset, be outside, and overall de-stress from the school year. Whether your child lives the fabled “ten months for two,” or is just embarking on their camp journey, it is tempting to embrace camp as a catchall solution to school year woes. While camp can and should be an empowering opportunity for kids to reconnect with their “best selves” (another camp maxim...), achieving that requires intentional preparation.

Remember, your kid is still the same kid, even in a different environment. And so, will struggles from the school year carry over into camp? The answer is, maybe, but they don’t have to. Here are some tips for setting your child up for success this upcoming summer.

Gather information to identify potential causes of struggles

Whether flags are raised from your child’s teacher, or you have a kid that is complaining at home, dig deep, and ask for help in identifying potential causes of the challenge at hand. Are issues related to social dynamics? Academic confidence? Sheer workload? Executive functioning? Boredom at school?

Talk to your child’s teachers, therapist if they have one, or anyone who may be able to provide insights. And, of course, talk to your child! The goal is to have a strong sense of when and where problems are occurring, not just how they are manifesting, so you can unpack potential triggers. Not all struggles have concrete root causes (in fact, most don’t), but a better understanding of the range of contexts and behaviors will help frame the problem in the camp world.

Apply the struggles to the camp setting

It’s easy to write off “school problems” as just that, but there is more overlap between camp life and school life than meets the eye. Like school, days at camp can be structured and busy with routines, transitions, and things you have to (but may not want to) do. Like school, camp involves constant social interactions and the navigating of relationships with a wide range of peers whom you didn’t “choose” to be sharing space with.

Ask yourself, how might school challenges manifest themselves in the camp environment? Some school to camp parallels are evident. Students that act out when losing (whether it be during a math game or P.E. kickball), will likely carry that with them into daily camp competitions. Difficulties during group projects or recess, could signal a need for additional support in navigating unstructured, peer-led, social settings. Other classroom challenges require a little more parental detective work. Consider those potential underlying factors at play: time-management, persistence through challenging tasks, stamina, etc. For example, the student who regularly leaves their homework folder at home, is likely the camper that leaves their water bottle at the dining hall. Of course, an occasional misplaced item is not a major source of stress or tension at camp. However, camp is jam-packed with tough transitions that involve keeping track of belongings from activity to activity, so if your child consistently struggles in similar contexts, that is a behavior worth exploring.

Share with camp (ask about the “Camper Care Team”)

Even if the school problems don’t seem directly applicable to the camp setting, share your concerns. If your camp has a camper intake sheet, “confidential,” or other similar form… treat this document as a helpful tool! Be simple and direct in writing (keep in mind this is often information reviewed by bunk counselors, and not just senior leadership).

Contact camp and ask how camper concerns or challenges are addressed and managed. There may be specific systems and structures in place. For example, it is becoming increasingly popular for camps to have some form of a Camper Care Team, which often includes a mental health specialist, to support and coordinate the overall wellbeing and success of campers. If there are specific ways you want your child to be supported (extra transition time, help with socializing during unstructured time, etc.) make sure to have a sense of who is implementing and overseeing these supports on the ground, and how/when deeper concerns would be shared with you.

Practice routines at home:

Regardless of your child’s specific challenges at school, practicing ways of camp-life at home is key to ensuring success over the summer. Whether it is your child’s first summer or eighth, camp is outside many comfort zones, and requires a great deal of stamina. Feeling comfortable and confident with daily routines frees up brain power and emotional space for kids to demonstrate flexibility and resilience in trickier moments. Some key camp-life routines worth practicing could be starting a tech-free routine before bed, greater independence dressing/undressing and with personal hygiene, keeping track of belongings, serving themselves food, etc.

Instill Confidence:

Just as every student has the ability to thrive in the right school environment, every camper has the potential to uncover the power of that “ten-for-two” mantra. Remind your child that an incredible experience filled with growth awaits them, and that staff at camp are there to help them succeed. A certain amount of camp nerves is healthy, so if your child is expressing concerns, reassure them that this is normal! On the other hand, if your child isn’t overly worried about the summer ahead, there is no need to create worry. If they’re coming off a tough school year, it is okay to remind them that camp is not school and to embrace the change in environment and routine. Focus on the known positive aspects of the summer ahead: favorite activities, new friends, spirited traditions. Above all, your child’s confidence starts with yours, so stay positive and reassuring.

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News from the Dining Hall

There are a lot of behind the scenes operations at camp– logistics that campers and counselors are not directly involved with, but are nonetheless essential to the Scatico experience. One of these key hubs of operations is… the kitchen! For most, the kitchen is a mysterious place glimpsed through the dining hall doorway, or overheard in the form of clamoring pots and music blasting from a wireless speaker. In this blog post, we are going to peel back the curtain a bit, and share information about two key people in the kitchen and the new sandwich bar for 2025!

Meet Head Chef and Head of Menu + Food Purchasing: Ricardo and Bri

In total, there are 30 people who work in the Scatico kitchen– from servers and dishwashers, to line cooks and salad bar preppers. There is even someone who’s job is just setting up food for Support Staff meals– a role fittingly called “Porch” as Support Staff eat on a side porch 45 minutes before campers.

While every kitchen staff is integral to Dining Hall success, no two people influence operations and food offerings more than Ricardo and Bri.

Ricardo is the Scatico kitchen frontman, ultimate vibe-setter, behind-the-scenes logistics coordinator, and (his official title) camp’s Head Chef. We like to say, no one in camp works harder or longer hours (ask him about his 5:30 AM coffee routine with head of boys athletics, Randy Au). In 2010 Ricardo was recruited to work in the camp kitchen by former Head Chef Jimmy Wexler, and has not missed a summer since (making this his 16th summer in the Scatico kitchen)! Ask campers what they know about Ricardo, and they will likely mention his huge smile, unwavering enthusiasm, and INSANE grilling skills (full camp BBQs are the consistent favorite meal of campers and staff alike).

A man of many talents, Ricardo is known to make appearances singing in staff cafe nights (and even once in a full camp talent show). He works as a chef year round, and spends most of his off-season in South Florida running his own catering and event planning business, A Catered Affair. When not in Florida, he’s in St. Thomas (we’re jealous!) where he is originally from and much of his family still lives.

Bri Cidras is the visionary behind Scatico’s menu redesign and new snack options. Though she only started in this role in 2024, her first job at camp was as a kitchen server back in 2011 (when she was just 18 years-old!). During the several-year gap in her Scatico career, Bri received her B.S. in Culinary Nutrition and M.S. in Leadership, and launched her now 10+ year career in school food services.

When not working at Scatico, Bri is the school food service director for the Auburn Public School district in MA, which serves a 2,600 student body (puts the 450ish person Scatico community in perspective)! Her focus is on Farm to School options, student/staff wellness, and student engagement with food (she always knows which snacks are popular with kids), and, of course, ensuring all USDA/ state requirements for school meals are followed. Bri also sits on the School Nutrition Association board, loves to be outside and garden, and has two children who make occasional appearances at camp (we don’t know how she has time for it all…). Additional fun facts: Bri is the daughter of Scatico’s Head of Security Anthony Cidras and older sister to member of the Office Team Marissa Cidras.

New Offering: Sandwich Bar!

From Taco Tuesdays to Bagel Sundays, there are many Scatico fan favorites and Dining Hall routines that our community has come to love and expect. But, as in all areas of camp, there is always room for improvement! In addition to greater variety at the salad bar, and some new “main courses,” perhaps the biggest change this summer will be the Sandwich Bar at lunch and dinner.

We’ll get straight to the point…

This is what the sandwich bar looks like! We just purchased two last week (one for each Dining Hall)!

The sandwich bar will always have…

Turkey cold cuts
Beef salami
Sun butter
Sliced cheese
Sliced tomatoes
Pickles
Mayo, mustard and occasional “surprise” condiments
Sliced bread

There will be a server manning the Sandwich Bar to ensure equitable and organized sandwich making.
The sandwich bar will be there every lunch and dinner… so no need for frenzy!

We’ll be tackling more behind the scenes news and FAQs in our new Instagram series, so check it out!

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Camp Conference Recap!

A team of Scatico’s leadership headed to Atlantic City for the largest gathering of camp professionals in the world– the Tri-State Camp Conference– which draws close to 4,000 people united in their unwavering belief in the power of camp. The three tightly scheduled conference days were spent attending professional development sessions, connecting with industry vendors (Audrey met the founder of 9 Square in the Air!), shopping for new camp products, finalizing summer logistics (all camp buses and vans officially secured!), resource-sharing with other camp “senior staff,” and enjoying Scatico staff-bonding meals out (shout out to Quinn and Mark for their inauguration into the annual tradition of eating at Atlantic City’s historic Chef Vola).

For us, Tri-State marks a turning point in the year. Our overarching “nuts and bolts” and big picture preparations are in place, and we are in full-blown, nitty-gritty, camp mode. We leave energized and eager to implement all we have seen and learned. We are here to share some of our top takeaways with you…

Our Biggest “Tri-State” Lessons and Highlights…

Camp's newest identity: “Thick Institution”

It can be challenging to describe the essense of camp, and the meaning behind the experience. David Brooks– an author who delivered the opening keynote– provided us with an apt term: “thick institutions.” Brooks explains the term in his New York Times Op-ed “How to Leave a Mark on People.” He writes:.

A thick institution is not one that people use instrumentally, to get a degree or to earn a salary. A thick institution becomes part of a person’s identity and engages the whole person: head, hands, heart and soul…thick institutions have a different moral ecology. People tend to like the version of themselves that is called forth by such places.

Brooks’ message resonates deeply with our vision of Scatico’s community and experience. And so, along with “second home,” we add “thick institution” as a way to capture camp’s identity.

Summer Shopping

An obvious Tri State highlight! Former athletics director Audrey very much enjoyed testing out all footballs, basketballs, kickballs, etc. This year's most exciting purchases include two new pyramid-like, slide Aquaglide inflatables (one for each waterfront), the physical sandwich bar to go with the new daily lunch option, and, yes, this summer’s Birthday Ball gift (no, we won’t tell)!

Food Tasting

Boy Side head counselor and assistant head counselor, Quinn and Mark, took to the food section of the vendor floor to taste test various products. Their takeaway? Scatico has the best available pizza and there may be some new snacks added to the rotation this summer…

Top Sessions

Collectively, Scatico staff attended over 15 sessions covering topics ranging from mental health and behavior management to games that promote inclusion to improved staff training techniques. The session we deemed this year’s “top” was one attended by Head Counselor Mark titled Bridging the Gap Between Positive Masculinity and Camp. For the past 4 summers, Mark has led a Boys Side staff training on how to intentionally foster a safe and positive camp culture that combats “toxic masculinity,” and so “positive masculinity” is already a topic we engage deeply with at Scatico. We were excited to see it explicitly covered during the conference for the first time! Mark’s favorite takeaway from the session was the metaphor of ‘rivers not dams’ - channeling the energy, enthusiasm and leadership of campers towards something positive and impactful rather than identifying all the “nos” or “behavior to stop”.

Audrey’s top session was with camp-industry celeb Michael Brandwein, who provided helpful frameworks for intentionally incorporating camp’s Mission, Vision, and Values into staff orientation week in ways that address top issues facing today’s children and teenagers.

Bonus highlight: Supporting our Scatico community!

A special shoutout to camp mom (and Scatico alum!) Lauren Dermody for leading her first ever Tri-State session on Staff Culture at day camps. David attended the session and reported that Lauren absolutely crushed it. Girl Side is giving her a huge “she’s got spirit, she’s got spunk” cheer from afar.

Plus, 40+ year Scaticonian John Hickey (JJ), led two sessions (no new feat). JJ’s sessions focused on valuing campers’ unique identities and how camp leaders and staff cope with difficult situations in the fast-paced environment of camp.