Summer Camp and Holiday Party Photos - 2007
Springfield

A very special thanks to all of the volunteers and donors for helping to make Camp Care A Lot 2007 a happy place for so many special kids. You are all much appreciated.

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Camp Care-A-Lot - 2007

Thank you luncheon - Six groups of students represented the 19 schools in District 186 which did fundraising activities for the camp.
Two former campers graduate from Southeast H.S.
Director Aly and her sister Diana facilitate a discussion at orientation about the needs and backgrounds of campers.
Four of this group of counselors are return campers wanting to give back what they received when children.
Learning how to raise the flag.
Even in the rain we "raise" the flag. Consistency and structure is more important at camp and in campers lives.
Three meals, three snacks a day.
Campers learn table manners.
Group songs & games.
Tug O' War against the staff.
Craft projects like decorating a new lunch box teaches campers to take pride in everything they do.
Tie dying a new camp shirt is fun on this very hot day!
Groups of campers worked together to create a container in which to drop an egg and not break the egg.
Group project where campers brainstorm ways to build a self standing tower.
Founding board member Mark E. visited camp with the retired law enforcement motorcyclists to discuss safety.
New "Slip & Slide" brings fun and cools everyone down.
Campers learn that they can talk to adults using their puppets. This is step one in being able to speak in public and share emotions.
A once in a lifetime experience - sitting in and learning about a race car.
Former campers come back for a day of leadership activities to prepare them to be junior counselors.
L/R: Danny, Alia, Kristin, Andrew, Tanya
A special birthday present for a special girl.
Mayor for today welcomes Channel 20's Elizabeth and introduces her as today's speaker.
Shaping their talent.
The Talent Show helps campers bolster their self esteem.
Song - Here at our camp, everyone shares, everyone cares...
Making special holiday memories while doing crafts
Snacks & party put on by 1st Methodist Church members (Springfield)
Santa surprises everyone!
Never too old to enjoy Santa;
a former camper is made happier
Former camper & camp youth
leadership program particpant
1,2,3 go...! All campers dig into their new holiday gifts.
Campers & counselors enjoy the party. Each child got a toy, book, blanket and take home food.