APRIL 1, 2025: LEAF RIVER, IL—CAMP KUPUGANI ANNOUNCES GROUNDBREAKING NEW ACTIVITY: TIME TRAVEL!
APRIL 1, 2025: LEAF RIVER, IL—CAMP KUPUGANI ANNOUNCES GROUNDBREAKING NEW ACTIVITY: TIME TRAVEL!
In a groundbreaking announcement sure to turn heads and potentially alter the space-time continuum, Camp Kupugani proudly introduces its most ambitious summer activity yet: time travel. Yes, with the advent of Time Travel Tuesdays, the camp promises to transport campers through the ages, offering a truly immersive multicultural experience. Forget basketball or arts and crafts—this summer, campers will be bending the very fabric of space-time, all before lights out.
“We’ve always prided ourselves on providing unique and enriching experiences for our campers,” says camp director Kevin Gordon. “And what could be more enriching than an all-expenses-paid journey to the Jurassic era? Or, for the less adventurous, a quick jaunt to next week’s Kupu-Olympics? This summer, we’re not just crossing cultural boundaries—we’re transcending temporal ones too!”
The revolutionary new program will allow campers to “visit” different historical periods. Each Tuesday, campers will have the chance to explore history firsthand. Using what Gordon describes as “cutting-edge chronological displacement technology (CECDT)” campers can experience firsthand various eras’ cultures and customs.
Whether it’s learning campfire songs with a medieval bard, high-fiving a future descendant, or moving left instead of right during last year’s All Camp Gaga tournament, with CECDT, the possibilities for time travel are endless. “Imagine learning about ancient Egypt by actually building the pyramids, or understanding the Renaissance by chatting with Leonardo da Vinci himself,” Gordon enthuses. “It’s the ultimate in experiential learning!”
Safety measures are, of course, a top priority. The camp has reportedly hired a team of “temporal security experts” to ensure that no camper accidentally alters the course of history or brings back any anachronistic souvenirs.
Parents are concerned
Reactions to the announcement have been mixed. “I’m all for educational experiences,” says one mother. “But what if my child decides they prefer life in the 18th century and refuses to come back?”
Gordon assures parents that all time travel excursions will be strictly supervised. No camper will be left behind—or ahead—in time. “We guarantee that all campers will return to the present day in time for dinner,” he promises.
Some parents also expressed concerns over the potential for paradoxes. “I just don’t want my kid accidentally preventing their own existence,” noted one worried guardian. Others were excited about the opportunity for their children to finish summer reading assignments before they’re assigned.
The camp is mindful of safety
Rest assured, Kupugani leadership has taken additional safety precautions and is quick to address the paradox concern. “We’ve implemented a strict ‘no interacting with your past or future self’ policy,” Gordon explains. “The last thing we want is to unravel the fabric of reality during camp. That would negatively impact our camp accreditation status.”
Additionally, “we will have highly trained ‘Chrono-Counselors’ overseeing each trip,” Gordon explains. “Plus, we’ve implemented a strict ‘No Changing Major Historical Events’ policy. That means no sneaking off to warn the dinosaurs about asteroids or convincing the American Founding Fathers to adopt emojis in the U.S. Constitution.”
The time is right for this activity
Despite a few potential logistical challenges—such as the possibility of campers returning from their morning activities before they’ve left—enthusiasm remains high. “I can’t wait to see dinosaurs up close!” exclaims one excited 10-year-old. A teenage camper adds, “I’m hoping we can fast-forward to see if flying cars ever become a thing.” For those hesitant about full-fledged time jumps, Kupugani will also offer a beginner-friendly “Time Zone Travel” experience. Those campers will practice moving one hour forward or backward before attempting anything drastic.
As Camp Kupugani prepares to make history—or perhaps rewrite it—one thing is certain: this summer promises to be one for the ages.
Editor’s note: Camp Kupugani reminds all campers that attempting to bring modern technology to the past or future inventions to the present will be strictly prohibited. Also, “Time Travel Tuesdays” may be subject to the laws of physics and the whims of the space-time continuum.
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