Another gorgeous day at camp. We slept in a bit to recover from yesterdays trips and we all appreciated it. But after breakfast it was games and activities. The weather was perfect and we all loved being outside. Where else can you have a soccer game in the morning, head on over to play practice, then play some tennis, tye dye your white tank, play in the ZONE, and head to the aqua park to get blobbed off the water trampoline. That happens here at camp. It’s just amazing and so much fun that all this happens in just one day.

Tonight was all about Boys Lip Sync and they put on quite a show. Our Juniors got gangsta and were over the top adorable. The Middies were a pack of wolves who danced in unison. Our Inters blew everyone away with a Disney medley. The Collegiates performed a camp favorite and Jai Ho’d. Our Seniors were the Men in Tights singing tunes from Robin Hood. The Supers wow’d  the crowd as the Blue Man Group. GC’s took control and brought a collection of unique music selections as they dressed as Indians and had a Chinese dragon dance through the crowd.

There could only be one winner in lower camp and it was a tough decision but congratulations to our Inter Boys who entertained us all. They put a lot work into their performance and it showed. Upper camp was a hard decision too but the win went to our GC’s and their far out fabulous show. They were creative, unique and so entertaining. It was a great night that we all enjoyed so very much. Another camp favorite for summer 2010 went off with a bang. Great work boys.

Next ….Is it Color War????? We shall see…..

Chenny out.

All our campers spent the day out of camp on their fabulous trips. Our Juniors and Middies had a fantastic day at Camel Beach Water Park. The splashed in the wave pool and went down lazy river. Munched on goodies and were home safe by 8pm. Our Inters, Collegiates and Seniors had their own fun filled at Dorney Park and Wild Water Kingdom. As it was a bit overcast, they felt as if they had the park to themselves. They too are safely back home and in their bunks. Supers and GC’s started their morning at the State Park. As it started to rain, plan B took effect and they went to see a summer movie. All kids are back home safe and sound.

Tomorrow will be back to a regular CAW day!!! Could it be Color War Day?????????????? We shall see.

Chenny out.

We had a gorgeous morning full of activities and games. The weather was perfect and everyone was looking forward to our special guest. We all gathered up at the soccer field and watched Chris Albright of the NY Red Bulls dazzle us with his soccer talents. He ran a skills and drills exhibition with many of our campers. Chris worked with the kids on passing and dribbling. He did shooting drills with the campers and even got into some games with the kids. After the skills and drill session, we had a Q & A. Many of our campers asked great questions and he answered all of them. For those campers who are involved in our 3 day Soccer Academy, they were able to spend extra time with Chris and got some additional autographs.  It was such a treat to have Chris at camp. He was great with the kids and really imparted his knowledge and love of the game to all of our campers.  Be sure to look for the video and pictures that will soon be posted.

It was a big night for our Chenny Idol winner Sofie Wolf as she and her entourage (bunk) loaded into the stretch Hummer and rolled out to TGI Friday’s for dinner. They had an amazing night out together, one that they will never forget. The girls spent the whole car ride singing together, laughing together and enjoying this spectacular evening.

We ended tonight under the stars watching a movie outside. Everyone was munching on popcorn, bundled up under their blankets and having another memorable summer night. This was another standout night at Chen-A-Wanda.

Chenny out.

Today was full of camp fun as our campers were busy with activities. The boys started preparing and practicing for Boys Lip Sync. The bar was set high with this years Girls Sing and they are up for the task. Now it’s their turn to put on a good show this Wednesday and we can’t to see what they got. Go Boys!!!!

With the World Cup making such a global impact this summer, we are super excited for our special guest tomorrow, New York Red Bulls All-Star Soccer Player Chris Albright. He will be making a Chen-A-Wanda appearance with a skills and drills challenge, Q &A and will sign autographs and take some pics with our kids. Chris is a phenomenal soccer player and has played on the World Cup squad. We are thrilled to introduce him to our camp and campers. Tomorrow will be a fantastic and we all are looking forward it.

Tonight was all about the most amazing circus show at CAW. Our Circus Director Rodrigo and his amazing staff, Lucas, Patricia and Ashley put on a SPECTACULAR show tonight. The campers went crazy for this unique circus show that included several of our campers who dazzled us with their trapeze and gymnastic abilities. The rig was lit and the performances were out of this world. As the show ended, all you heard was how everyone wants to sign up for circus tomorrow for their hobby and learn how to do what they did in the show tonight. Standing ovation to a fabulous show. One that we will never forget. We had our own Cirque de Soleil here at CAW!!!

It doesn’t get better than this!!!!!!

Chenny out.

Days like today define what camp is all about. Camp was buzzing about Girls Sing all day. All you saw throughout camp were clusters of girls practicing for the big show. The spirit and tradition that embody this camp favorite is a highlight of our summer. The costumes, the themes, the dances and songs. All of girls camp was excited to get on stage with their division and show their love for camp and the bonds that they share with their camp sisters. It is truly an amazing night here at Chen-A-Wanda and girls camp didn’t disappoint.

All 51 of our Junioritas performed the salsa and danced with that Latin flare. The Middies went Greek and wore togas. The Inters got married and all the brides and grooms walked down the isle together. Our Collegiates broke out of jail as they rocked the night away. Our Senior Citizens hobbled onto the stage with canes and grey hair strutting their stuff. The Supers were Superstitious in their dazzling performance of Disturbia. Our GC’s went GaGa tonight in a truly entertaining performance that embodied the essence of Lady GaGa. And finally, the CIT’s drifted into our hearts as The Pirates of the Caribbean.

There could only be one winner for Lower camp and the honor this evening went to our Inters. Congratulations to our happily married division. Upper camp was a tough decision but tonight’s honors went to our Pirated Princess CIT’s. The CIT’s ended the night by blowing out their candles and bidding their last summer adieu. Very heartfelt and emotional and goosebumps were on everyone in the house. Girls Sing 2010 will be a hard act to follow. Oh what a great night at CAW.

Chenny out.

We had a late wake up today and the Supers, GC’s and CIT’s were grateful to have the extra sleep after getting back late from their Big Trip. The rest of camp was also appreciative to have a sleep in morning. Our camp pace is steady and fast and having a relaxing morning is a nice treat. Then it was off to activities and a full day of play. Camp was full of girls side practicing for Girls Sing. All the divisions were practicing their dances and songs for Saturday night’s big show. A tremendous amount of creativity, practice and dedication goes into Girls Sing and the whole camp gets in the spirit of this CAW camp tradition.  We can’t wait for the show and watching all the girls practice, this is going to be a night to remember from the Juniors all the way up to the CIT’s.

Tonight’s evening activity was a show stopper. It was our GC  girls vs. our CIT’s playing in a rough and tumble game of Powder Puff football. The boys in each division were the cheerleaders and they got the crowd on their feet. It was a good game but the GC’s were no match for our CIT girls who won the competition. Our talented dance team entertained us at halftime with their fabulous moves. It was a great night of football and we all had a fantastic time outside under the lights. Summer nights like these will stay in our minds forever if either you played in the game or watched on the sidelines.  Making memories and friendships that last a lifetime is what we do here at Chen-A-Wanda.

Chenny out.

You know how some day’s just feel GREAT? It’s in the air and everyone is in a good mood. Well, that was today at Chen-A-Wanda. You couldn’t help but smile all through the day and it was contagious. Fun, fun and more fun!!!

The Supers, GC’s and CIT/Waiters had a great time today at The Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame. They enjoyed their Big Trip and are headed back to camp. We missed them and are looking forward to seeing them tomorrow morning.

Tonight, we were entertained by our second Camper Talent Show. We couldn’t fit them all into one show so our second half performed tonight and boy what a show it was. We sang, we danced, we told jokes and we had an AMAZING time tonight. The crowd cheered on the performers and sang along with them. The day’s great mood spilled over into the night and again, it was contagious. The audience was on it’s feet, cheering on all the talented kids that took center stage. All who performed, walked off that stage 1000 feet tall. Where else can you muster up the nerve to perform in front of a packed house, sing and dance your heart out and know that the whole camp will be cheering your name? You do it here at camp, that’s where!!!

Chenny out.

Today was a full day of games and activities. The waterfront was packed and full of happy campers swimming in the lake, getting blobbed off the trampoline and sliding down the water slide.  A picture perfect day at camp. It was too beautiful to eat indoors so we had a picnic dinner outside. The campers were loving the relaxed picnic BBQ and we all enjoyed being outside.

After evening line-up it was off to get dressed up in our Halloween costumes. We all went into the Rec Hall and had a giant costume contest. The costumes were fantastic, creative and fun. The entire camp caught the spirit and as we had the campers walk the runway to show off their creative costumes, our judges were deciding who was to win the fabulous prizes. Each division had a winner and that winner was able to choose a pizza or wings party for their bunk. After the contest it was off to trick or treat. Each group traveled to different spots throughout camp as they filled their bags with candy. The Senior girls held a Haunted House in their bunk as the camp went through the ghoulish maze. It was October in July here at CAW and felt like the best Halloween ever. One that we will remember forever. What could be better than trick or treating with our summer family?

The laughter, the smiles, the memories we will never forget. Our summer is so amazing. How lucky we are to have each other and have this place that truly is our summer home.

Chenny out.

The Supers, GC’s and CITs/Waits left early this morning for their trip to Cleveland. They all boarded the buses eager to start their adventure and off they went. They arrived at the hotel early afternoon, unpacked and got back on the bus to head to Progressive Field to watch the Cleveland Indians host the New York Yankees. It was a perfect night for a ballgame. We were sitting in right field and in the 7th inning, A Rod was at bat and hit a dinger that we all thought would be his 600th home run but it just fell short. As the sea of red Chen-A-Wanda shirts covered right field, we all cheered on our home team. The Big Trip is starting off very well. We are off to Cedar Point Amusement Park tomorrow for some fun. Can’t wait.

The Seniors had their own overnight trip to Hershey Park and really enjoyed themselves. They got up early and headed to the park. With a full day of roller coasters and lots of chocolate, their day was amazingly delicious and fun. A very special overnight to our very special Seniors. Glad they had fun and we are glad they are back home.

So with all the big kids out on their trips, the camp was left to our Juniors, Middies, Inters and Collegiates and we had a Wet, Wild and Wacky Day! Camp was split into Red & Gold Teams and we spent the day playing games. We had a mass softball game, soccer tournaments, Mega Zone Battles, BBG games and more. It was a blast of a day and ended as we had an outdoor BBQ as we munched on burgers and dogs.

It was a BINGO night in the Rec Hall and the kids loved going for our fantastic prizes. A few of our winners left with, a wings party for their bunk, extended curfew for their division and even a hair straightening party. A great night back at camp and the best news about tonight is that when we wake up tomorrow, we get another amazing day at our summer home.

Chenny out.

What a great day we had at camp. The sun was shining and there was a cool breeze that made being outside phenomenal. There were a lot games and tournaments being played outside camp today. Congratulations to our boys who ran for our track team. They placed 4th  in the track tournament. Our girls gymnastic team had a great time at their tournament. They placed 5th overall. Go girls!! Cheers to our flag football team who spent the day advancing in their tourney and brought home 2nd place trophies. Regardless of where our teams placed, the pride came when all the other camps had placed calls to us telling us how fantastic our kids were and how impressive their sportsmanship was while at their camps for all the games and competitions. We couldn’t be more proud and excited for their amazing show of ability, sportsmanship, dedication and teamwork. It’s great to be a Chenny kid!

As the afternoon ended, all the Seniors loaded the buses for their overnight to Hershey Park. They had a pizza party when they arrived and then headed off to their rooms to get a good night sleep before the big day at the park tomorrow. They were so excited for their very own trip.Go Seniors!

Juniors and Middies loaded their own bus and headed out to a night of bowling. We had the bowling alley all to ourselves and the kids loved it. We ate, played arcade games, bowled and hung out with friends. It was such an amazing night for our little ones.

The Inters and Collegiates went their own way and were off to the movies. They had a ball and loved getting to see all the new releases. A fun night full of friends, popcorn and the big screen. What could be better?

The Supers, GC’s and CIT’s/Waiters had camp all to themselves tonight as they packed for their big trip to Cleveland in the morning. Of course they had the traditional Road Ralley and then they enjoyed an ice cream party in the Cookhouse and got excited for their Big 3 Day Adventure.

As you probably see by now, no matter if you are a Junior or a CIT your experience at camp is always filled with adventure and joy because you have your friends right by your side experiencing all that summer camp offers.  No day is the same, no night is lonely. We all are going through it together.

Chenny out.