New Paddleboards!

Spring has officially sprung here in NH.  As camp gets closer we start stocking up on new gear for all of our campers to play with. Below are some pictures of our new paddleboards.  They are made by F-One from France and are super fun to use.

Inflatable is definitely the way to go for our needs.  These boards are capable of tearing it up in the ocean or in whitewater and will be more than sufficient for the lake in NH.  Once inflated to 70psi, the board is stiff, light, and maneuverable.

Choosing a camp for teens

We found this short blog post (link below) from U.S. News and World Report with advice on picking a summer camp for teens. Navigate Summer Camp Options for Teens - US News & World Report

There are definitely tons of options out there for teens these days...we just happen to offer one that mixes fun, adrenaline, high level watersports instruction, and awesome people.

"Spring" Hiking

It is technically spring up here in NH but you would not know it by the weather and lingering snow.  The slopes are all still open but when I'm not on my snowboard I like to explore the networks of trails around the lake.

While hiking on one of the paths I found this carpet of leaves, revealed under the melting snow.  It was pretty cool.

A few miles around the back of the mountain I came across this little frozen pond and a stand of white birch.

In Goffstown, NH there are two little peaks called the Uncanoonucs.  In an otherwise urban and populous area these two mountains feel like you are far away from civilization.  The above ice cave was about a quarter mile up the trail on North Uncanoonuc.

From the top of North Uncanoonuc you get a nice view of the south peak.

Have fun!

What is Billy up to? - March Edition

While we are up in NH enjoying the last couple of weeks of snowboard season, Billy is still playing in the water in Florida.  Weak winds have curtailed his kiteboarding and small surf has limited his traditional surfing so Stand Up Paddleboarding is where it's at!

More pics on our Facebook page!

Keep shredding, Billy!

More reasons why summer camp is worthwhile and awesome!

We saw this an article online today (link below) which breaks down some ideas to think about when contemplating summer camp.  They make some solid points and it is a quick read for those of you who are having trouble pulling the trigger and making a camp decision. How to Give Children Their Best Possible Summer Camp Experience

I would add that camps (especially ours):

• increase self confidence among participants.
• increase self esteem.
• provide an escape from 24 hour a day social media - campers do not worry about. what is going on at home when they are engaged and having fun at camp.
• add some structure to the summer as opposed to kids wasting away the days.
• provide an outlet for energy and creativity.
• allow campers to step out of their comfort zone and grow as an individual and as a team player.

Most of all, camps are just pure, 100% fun.