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Packing for Closing Day - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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We are getting so close to the summer, and we are really gearing up over here at camp! Boxes are pouring in each day, and we’re having our last meetin...

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Opening Day: Chaos or Calm? - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Today we’re talking about Opening Day, specifically looking at whether it is known as a day of chaos or calm. Most campers and parents love Opening Da...

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Opening Day Video - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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We have a treat today! There is no better way to learn about Opening Day than by seeing it in action. You’re going to love seeing the ins and outs of ...

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You've Got Mail, But Maybe Not Yours - New Camper Blog Series

by Kelly

by Kelly

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Hi everyone! It is Greystone mom Kelly back this week for another fun parent perspective blog for all of you new camper families. Let’s talk camp mail...

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Rest Hour Suggestions - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Welcome back to another week of our New Camper blog series! If you haven’t seen our other posts from this year, make sure to check them out. We are co...

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Laundry, Labels, Organization, and More - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Another Tuesday means another week of our New Camper Blog Series, our weekly series focused on getting our new camper families ready for their first s...

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Structure or Spontaneity? - New Camper Blog Series

by Kelly

by Kelly

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Hi everyone! My name is Kelly, and I live in Spartanburg, SC with our three children. This will be our oldest daughter’s fourth summer at camp. She fi...

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Make the Most of Your Penpal - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Don’t you just love having a camp Penpal? It is one of our favorite Greystone traditions. This week, as part of our New Camper Blog Series, we are sha...

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Every Parent Should Know - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Parents, you are going to love our New Camper blog today! We are bringing you advice from current parents – things that our current camp families thin...

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Health and Safety - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Welcome back to another week of our New Camper Blog Series as we help prepare YOU, our new camper families, for your first summer at camp. This week w...

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Who You Can Become at Camp - New Camper Blog Series

by Annabelle

by Annabelle

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Hey hey y’all! I am so excited to be guest writing for the New Camper Blog series. My name is Annabelle Lawton, I’m from Orlando, FL, and this will be...

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Rainy Days - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Welcome back New Camper families! Today we are talking about a camp favorite: Rainy Days! With all the rain we’ve been having in our area recently, it...

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Day In the Life - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Another Tuesday means another week in our New Camper Blog series! We’ve got a treat for you today with a fun video. Ever wonder what camp really feels...

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Everyday Extras - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Welcome New Camper families! I love the middle of February as it always kicks off my favorite blog series of the year: the New Camper Blog Series! Eve...

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Just Launched: Greystone Parent Facebook Page

by Catherine

by Catherine

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You’re invited! We’re excited to introduce you to our new Facebook group: the place to connect with other parents, ask questions, and get recommendati...

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Last Minute Tips - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Camp is almost here and we could not be happier about it!! The grass is cut, the staff are arriving, and we are busy putting the final touches on our ...

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Opening Day Details - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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We cannot believe we’re just over a week and a half away from our first Opening Day of the summer! Opening Day just might be our favorite day of the y...

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Summer Game Plan for Parents - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Camp is getting closer every day, and we are SO ready to have all of our new campers finally here! So far we’ve talked about everything from unpacking...

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Daily Snacks and Food Alleriges - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Oh goodness folks – today we are talking about one of my favorite camp topics – FOOD! There’s no better time to be reading our New Camper Blog series ...

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The Norms - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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I just love Tuesdays, as it means another week in our New Camper blog series! Today, we’re tackling one of the questions I get asked most: “You give u...

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Traditions Packing - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Welcome back New Campers to our New Camper blog series. If you have missed any of our recent blogs, make sure to check them out! This week, we’re goin...

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All Things Travel - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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It’s hard to believe that in a few short weeks we will be kicking off the summer!! What better way to prepare for our upcoming summer than talking abo...

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The Greystone Store - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Happy Tuesday new campers, and welcome to another week in our New Camper blog series. This week we are going to be talking about our Greystone Store, ...

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Unpacking Guide from a Parent Perspective - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Hi everyone! I am Greer, the mom of a current Greystone camper who can’t wait until the summer! Our daugther has gone to Junior Camp, June Camp, and i...

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Tour of a Cabin - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Hi girls – another Tuesday means another New Camper blog – love it! This week, we are going to do something so FUN and tour an actual camp cabin. We r...

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Riding and Rafting - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

38

Welcome to another week in our New Camper Blog series. Camp is getting closer, and we just can’t wait! This week, we are diving into two of our favori...

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Scheduling Tips from Campers - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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Another week, which means another New Camper blog! Today, we’ve asked our best resource for tips on Scheduling – our current campers. After giving you...

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How Classes Work - New Camper Blog Series

by Sarah

by Sarah

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We’ve got a BIG blog full of lots of information for you today – new campers get ready! Today, we are going to talk all about how classes are set up a...

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