Category: Overnight Summer Camp

March Madness with Camp Tall Timbers

Posted on by Glenn Smith

It’s truly March Madness, after our crazy, mixed-up winter of spring-like temperatures in January and February and then, our mid-March blast of frigid air and snow, at long last, April is almost here. Can summer and the adventure of sleepaway camp be far behind?

It is not too late to give the gift of summer sleepaway camp. Camp Tall Timbers has been serving up fun since 1970. Our family-owned co-ed camp welcomes boys and girls ages 7-16 with sessions to meet the needs of every camper. There is still time to register for what we promise will be our best summer ever! We have limited openings ranging from our one week introduction to sleepaway camp session to seven weeks for the ultimate sleepaway experience. From youngest to oldest, first-timer to old hand, we know what kids want and we deliver. Accredited by the ACA (American Camp Association) and 2017 winner of Best of Bethesda “Best Overnight Camp”, Camp Tall Timbers offers an unparalleled sleepaway experience. Inspiration, creativity and friendship await your child on our 120 acres nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located in West Virginia, Camp Tall Timbers is approximately a 2-hour drive from the Washington DC and Baltimore metro areas. Our campers are encouraged to be themselves, try something new, unplug and have fun while promoting independence, decision-making, creativity and self-discovery. Our outstanding staff, along with our facilities and amenities, create a safe and nurturing environment to make that happen.

As the second-generation owner of Camp Tall Timbers, I have grown up here and I cannot begin to describe the impact that camp has had on my life. The diversity of skills I have gained and the many great campers, counselors, staff and parents I have had the privilege to be involved with is indescribable. Life-long friendships have been forged and it is a pleasure to welcome the children of former campers, as well as first time families, to “get away from the everyday.” Make Camp Tall Timbers part of your summer – and your life. Register now for Summer 2017

Thankful & Thriving

Posted on by Glenn Smith

Many families this week will gather around the Thanksgiving table to share thanks and appreciation. Most of us will pause to reflect on the value of spending quality time together and sharing memories of those we miss. Families have become overwhelmed by the hectic rush of our daily routines, spending time together bowling, playing games or just “hanging out” has become harder to achieve in the busy lives we lead.

Leisure is an important part of family life. Many families struggle to focus on, or participate in, family leisure activities. Renowned sociologists, Zabriskie and McCormick, reasoned in their 2001 research that taking away the stressors of everyday life and, creating an opportunity to share time together, is important and, during the holiday season, deeply ingrained. This is especially important as the political climate shifts, the holidays approach and the season of gift giving begins. We like to think though, there are many times throughout the year that families can find quality time to bond and be together.

Camp Tall Timbers Family Weekend is a chance for families to unplug and spend time with each other, enjoying the fresh air and running free after a winter spent indoors. We have exciting and fun activities for the entire family including canoeing on our private lake, challenge courses, archery and much more. The Camp Tall Timbers Family Weekend is a chance to create precious memories that will last far beyond one weekend, and give you and your family one more thing to be thankful for. We are excited to announce our Family Weekend scheduled for June 3-4, 2017. Enrollment is open and we hope you will join us. Learn more information and register here.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our current and prospective families a Happy Thanksgiving. We are thankful for sharing over 45 summers with our Camp Tall Timbers community. Planning for Summer 2017 is well underway and we promise it will be the best summer ever!

 

 

 

Orthner, D. K., & Mancini, J. A. (1991). “Benefits of leisure for family bonding.” In B. L. Driver, P. J. Brown, & G. L. Peterson (Eds.), “Benefits of leisure.” 215-301. State College, PA: Venture.

 

Zabriskie, Ramon B. and Bryan P. McCormick. ( 2001). “The Influences of Family Leisure Patterns on Perceptions of Family Functioning.” Family Relations, 50.3, 281-289.