Life Lessons Learned At Sleepaway Camp

We all know that sleepaway camp is fun and games, but did you know that it provides real long-lasting benefits to the children that attend it? If you ask anyone who attended camp no matter how long ago it was, they’ll be able to recall a ton of memories in which their life was enriched from it. Here are some life lessons that your child can be sure to take away from camp:

Build Relationships:

Friendships made at sleep away camp are some of the best friendships ever. Camp teaches your kids  to meet people in a unique setting in which they really get to know one another. Your children are exposed to people from all walks of life, that they would normally not have any contact with and many times close friendships form out of that experience.

Gain Confidence:

Has your child ever tried a new sport or activity, and realized they were not only good at it but enjoyed it too? That happens at camp every single day. Campers are encouraged to try new things, thus filling them with a sense of confidence and belief in themselves. It’s amazing to see the transformation in a child’s self-esteem after a summer at sleepaway camp. That willingness to try new things will only benefit them in life later on.

Embrace Diversity:

Camp is full of people who are different from your child--and that’s a great thing! Being introduced to a diverse array of people is a great life experience for them. Counselors come from across the pond, campers come from small towns of 100 and big cities of millions, and that’s the beauty of it. Your children will meet kids from other religious backgrounds and varying socioeconomic backgrounds where stories will be shared, new foods will be introduced and they will learn how all people deserve respect, kindness, acceptance and sensitivity.

Are you thinking of sending your son or daughter to sleepaway camp next year? Let them experience all of the greatness that Camp Tioga has to offer. Our superior staff, picturesque grounds and the array of activities we offer will be the perfect fit for any child.  To learn more about Camp Tioga , visit our website or call 570.756.2660 for more information.