1. Riding
In a nutshell, riding is the girls of Camp Rim Rocks' life. I never thought I'd learn so much about riding horses, grooming horses, riding boots, and equestrian completions in just a few months. "Ty, will you please watch my ring today?" Hearing this question brought joy to my heart. It is a true testimate of sincerity. While girls are away at their favorite sleep away camp, you are their parent. They want you to be involved. If that means standing and watching them ride in the ring you bet, I'll be there.
2. Taco Tuesday
"All good things must come to an end." If you wanted to win the Sioux unit plunging competition Tuesday would be the day to request bathroom duty.
3. Hoedown
I hope you wore your dancing shoes because from campers to counselors, dancing feet are a-moving.
4. Stroll To The Knoll
To get to the knoll you have to take the stroll. I was encapsulated by beauty, walking through the trees, crossing the Cacapon River, and the laughter of friends near. Once you've reached the top, the valleys of the mountains are clear as day. A perfect background for a photo op.
5. Sleep Out
A night of sleep under the stars with great friends. As a city girl, sleeping outside wasn't even the slightest bit appealing. But I must admit, it was one of the highlights of my summer. There is nothing like sleeping outside. I felt free; free to breathe and free to reflect on my days at camp in total peace. The views were breathtaking. Waking up to the warmth of the sun beating on your face is simply pure nature.
6. Singdown
After all those endless hours of rehearsal and crafting props it's time to bring all you've got. Chant loud and chant proud. Always remember, no matter the outcome we're all winners at Camp Rim Rock.
7. Candle Float
Have you ever wanted to know what I'd be like to attend your own funeral? Candle float gives you this opportunity. From cabin poems expressing how big of an impact as a counselor you've made in their life, to a single candle floating down the Cacapon River in memory of your time spent at Camp Rim Rock. The song of your unit slowly fades to a quiet hum. "Country roads, take me home. To the place I belong West Virginia, mountain Momma. Take me home, country roads."
8. Friendship True
"Friendship true we will sing to you of happy times we have known." Friendship is certainly true at Camp Rim Rock. I have made lifelong friends who support me to no end and I do the same in return. Thank you Camp Rim Rock for showing me I am stronger than I give myself credit to be.
