Camp Kupugani Blog
A Memorable First Day with the Kupugani Girls
Today was an exciting start to the girls session at Camp Kupugani! The camp came alive this afternoon as campers arrived. The counselors were stationed at each cabin, ready to assist with luggage unloading and shuttling campers to their new homes for the next two weeks. Getting to Know Each Other Everyone gathered around the top field for introductions and name games. This was a fantastic way for campers to break the ice and start feeling comfortable with one another. The core values of Camp Kupugani were introduced along with […]
Kupu-Olympics at Blended Two!
What a fantastic day we had! The day kicked off bright and early at 7:00 am with cabin clean-up. After that, we gathered for our daily morning cirlce. The quote of the day, “Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much” by Helen Keller, set an inspiring tone. Then, we enjoyed a hearty breakfast of bagels, eggs, and cereal. Following breakfast, campers diligently completed their camp chores before diving into exciting morning team activities. These activities included Lifts, Acid River, and an initiative rotation. It was […]
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The day kicked off with a twist as we sang our “Goodnight” song at the morning community gathering. Can you imagine the giggles that erupted? Then, we dove into a hearty dinner of chicken and waffles to fuel up for the day’s activities. The kids were buzzing with excitement, especially about the upcoming Untalent Show. Yes, you read that right – Untalent! Flipping the Script on Team Activities After breakfast, our campers tackled some unique team challenges. They played “All Aboard” and “Ecosystem Word Association,” but the highlight was definitely […]
A Tuesday in the Life of Blended Two: Excitement, Learning, and Fun!
Hey there, camp parents! What a day it’s been here at our summer camp. This morning, we kicked things off bright and early with our community gathering. The quote of the day really set the tone for our activities, reminding us all about the interconnectedness of global issues and the importance of holistic solutions. After a hearty breakfast of bagels with a variety of topping options, our campers dove into their morning activities. First up were team-building exercises, which included the always-popular Human Knot game. Then, we split into groups […]
A Monday Full of Growth and Adventure at Blended Two
Hey there, camp parents! What a fantastic day we had at camp today. The air was buzzing with excitement as our campers dove into a day packed with empowering activities and meaningful experiences. From the moment they woke up, our young adventurers were ready to tackle the day’s challenges head-on. The morning kicked off with a powerful quote from Malala Yousafzai, setting the tone for our empowerment module. After pancakes for breakfast, the kids engaged in some thought-provoking team-building exercises. They explored their biases and drew pictures of their support […]
Cabin Sunday in the Life of Blended Two
Hey there, camp parents! Today was another fantastic day at Camp Kupugani. Our campers had a blast during our Quality Cabin Day, filled with fun activities and bonding experiences. So, let’s dive into the day’s highlights! Rise and Shine: A Lazy Start The day kicked off with a lazy breakfast of donuts, cereal and fruit, allowing our campers to ease into the morning at their own pace. It was heartwarming to see the cabins come together, deciding as a group when to head up for breakfast. Some even showed up […]
A Saturday of Adventure and Growth at Blended Two
Hey there, camp parents! What a fantastic day we had at our summer camp today. The day was packed with activities that fostered self-image and relationships, our key focus for this module. The morning kicked off with a powerful quote from Sonya Renee Taylor about radical self-love and then a hearty breakfast of Miss Natasha’s pancakes and turkey sausages. Afterward, the campers dove into team-building exercises, including affirmation circles and setting relationship goals. These activities helped them build stronger bonds with their peers. Then, they moved on to their morning […]
Queen Bee Day at Blended Two!
Hey there, camp parents! Today was an absolute blast at Camp Kupugani. Our campers experienced a unique and empowering day as we celebrated Queen Bee Day. To draw attention to systemic biases and discrimination against women and girls, today’s activities flipped the script by giving women and girls (“queen bees”) uninterrupted authority and prioritization. Ground rules included queen bees speaking first and without interruption, leading all teams and conversations, and receiving first service in meals and activities. Nonbinary individuals were also acknowledged and given priority after the queen bees, with […]
A Fun Thursday in the Life of Blended Two
Hey there, camp parents! Today was another exciting day at our summer camp, and I’m thrilled to share the highlights with you. Our campers were busy from dawn till dusk, engaging in various activities that fostered growth, friendship, and fun. Morning Shenanigans The day kicked off bright and early with our nature walk enthusiasts joining Eva for the Early Bird activity. After that, it was time for everyone to rise and shine on day with the seniors running camp! The morning for most began with the senior-led morning circle, a […]
A Wednesday in the Life of Blended Two
Hey there, camp parents! Today was another exciting day at our summer camp, and we wanted to share some highlights. Our campers had a blast, and the energy was contagious. Let’s dive into what made today so special. Morning Madness and Mindfulness The day kicked off bright and early with our Early Bird activity. Bella led an arts and crafts session that got the creative juices flowing. After that, we gathered for our Morning Circle. Today’s quote was all about kindness, reminding us to be kind even during competition. We […]
A Tuesday Celebrating Difference and Adventure at Blended Two
Hey there, camp parents! Today was another exciting day at our summer camp, filled with activities that celebrated difference and fostered teamwork. As the sun rose this morning, our early birds were already up and at ’em, jogging with Mason to kick-start their day. Then, it was time for the whole camp to rise and shine! After a hearty breakfast of bagels, eggs, and fruit, we dove into our camp chores. But the real fun began with our team-building exercises. The campers shared their “5 Finger Bios” and played “This […]
10 Questions to Ask Your Camper on the Way Home
Hey parents! So, you’ve just picked up your camper from a fantastic session at Camp Kupugani. You’re probably eager to hear all about their adventures, friendships, and personal growth. As intentional parents, you know the car ride home is a golden opportunity to connect and learn about your child’s experiences. But where do you start? Here are ten questions for your camper to help you get the conversation going and gain insight into their time at camp. What was the highlight of your camp experience? Did you learn any new […]
