Patrick said...	Tweet Share
I will never forget the two Color War weeks that I was a part of as a counselor. To see the passion and heart that was put in by all that were involved was inspiring to see and I wanted to do my best as an official to call a fair and correct game. But the best part was seeing the kids at the end all coming back together as one camp to celebrate another amazing summer.

Will said...

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How can I choose just one memory from seven of the best summers of my life at Skylemar? One singular memory that stands out: the walk back to the bunk from the Rec Hall with my bunkmates on our last night as campers. We started the walk in smiles, then sobbed like babies at the thought of leaving a place that had really become our home, and ended the walk in bittersweet smiles again. Thanks to Skylemar, I met the greatest group of guys in the world. I'm always going to be thankful for my experiences there and for those who made those memories possible.

Joel said...

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While I didn't know it at the time, Camp Skylemar helped make me the person I am today. What I never thought; however, was how great the experience would be for me to send my son to Skylemar, and watch him grow and experience what many people believe is "The greatest place on earth!" The campers believe that they work 10 months in school to live 2 months in Maine! Being one of the only boys from central New Jersey, my son has been able to create his own identity at Skylemar. 2014 will be his fifth summer in Naples, and Shep and Arleen Shepherd have certainly carried on the fine tradition of founders Lee Horowitz and Herb Blumenfeld, along with adding many of their own, making Skylemar a fun, nurturing and safe place to learn and grow each summer. My son has developed such confidence which I feel is a direct result fostered by the friendships he's created and the people he's come in contact with at Skylemar. There's a saying that at Skylemar, you don't just sign up for the summer, you sign on for life. It's certainly the case!

Sara said...

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We love visiting Noah on Visiting Day at Camp Skylemar---to see him run, carefree, with all his campmates reminds me of the special experience that camp brought for me. Noah's favorite part of camp is Color War----when he came home from camp, it took him days to agree to not wear his Color War ribbon. His team didn't even won Color War but the bonding, hard work and teamwork was such a unique experience for him.

Susie said...	Tweet Share
I'll never forgot dropping my oldest off for his first "proposed" four week session at Camp Skylemar. I got into the car and looked at my husband and told him, "Zach isn't coming home after four weeks. He's staying the summer." And he did.

Laime said...	Tweet Share
On visiting day, watching my son try the ropes course for the first time. He was completely determined to try the highest course at camp and was so happy when he did it successfully.

Jodi said...

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My son has spent six summers in Maine at Camp Skylemar, and each year has truly just gotten better and better. Every summer when we drive up to visit him, we slowly shed our city skins as we enter the state and the beauty of Maine washes over us. There is just something different about the air, the sky and the colors in Maine. It's one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen, and I am so grateful the my son has been able to spend part of his summers here year after year. Going to Skylemar has been one of the most important and formative aspects of my son's life. While he definitely gets a full menu of sports and fun in the sun, the magic of Skylemar emanates from owners, Arleen and Shep, who love and give and share in a manner I've never experienced. Caring for others, the importance of sportsmanship and brotherhood, and an appreciation for the natural beauty of going to camp in Maine are values that are instilled in the young men of Skylemar, and have had a huge impact on my son. My son counts the days until camp begins then spends the "best weeks of the whole year" (his words, not mine...) in one of the "best places on earth" (again, his words!) We love what Skylemar has given our son and our family: a lifetime of memories that include swimming in a crystal clear lake, seeing the brightest stars in the sky -- and the feeling that summer is never sweeter than being at Skylemar.

Emily said...

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Selecting a Maine camp is an important investment in your child's development and future. Camp Skylemar is committed to providing individualized attention where the focus is on acceptance and friendship rather than competition. Boys are given the unconditional guidance and instruction needed while also being challenged in a safe and nurturing environment. Skylemar takes advantage of the beauty of Maine and its natural surroundings ensuring boys have a full appreciation of their pristine surroundings. Arleen and Shep are tirelessly dedicated role models, parents, and camp directors. They are two of the finest people I am privileged to know. As an alumni of Camp Fernwood, I honestly can say attending camp in Maine was one of the best investments my parents made and I am committed to securing this opportunity for my own children. I know they will reap the rewards of attending a Maine camp throughout their lives as I have.

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