Word of the Day – Hope
Tuesday’s Note from Mr. Bart
Mornin’ Camp!
It was a bit cool when I woke up today. So I pulled on my favorite camp hoodie to head out to walk Rudy. A warm sweatshirt on a cool August morning… now that is a camp feeling I know and love.
I could see it was a little foggy but the light blue sky peeking through the trees told me we’ll have a good day. Over by the bridge, I notice a small deer walking over to get a drink in the creek, which is a little low this year. I see the spiders worked their magic last night, as the rays of morning sun catch the water beads on the incredible maze of cobwebs across the rusty blue steel. I wonder if one of the campers will catch a fish from that bridge today during Outdoors class?
Next I head back up the path and hear laughter and shouting coming from the pool. It’s polar bear time and of course Mrs Angie’s got her tribe all lined up to be the first in. Mr Jim is getting ready to play the first music of the day before he takes his plunge in that chilly pool water. I’m guessing it’ll be “You’ve Got A Friend In Me”. It’s too early for “Chicken Fried”.
The nurses are busying about the Health Lodge making a second pot of coffee. They’ve been up for awhile already, getting the morning meds set. I hear all the strange and wonderful noises coming from Special, as I make my way up to the dining hall. There’s only one place in the world you can be when you hear those early morning sounds to start your day. The best place.
I woke up with camp love in my heart today. I hope you did too…
Hope
That is today’s word.
I hope you think of GVRC today and I hope it brings you a smile.
I hope you find peace in your camp thoughts.
I hope this world heals soon, so we can get back to the things we love; like being together with the people of GVRC at Camp Sam Wood.
I hope you you have a great day finding ways to keep you hopeful for a better tomorrow!
Here Is Love… and Hope!
-Bart
PS – I hope we have camp bbq chicken for dinner tonight. With garlic roasted potatoes and corn on the cob. And Mr Kent’s chocolate chip cookies for dessert.
Camp staff traveled the state to support another amazing Long Island fundraiser for GVRC! A great time had by all! Thank you Jake and Lauren Miles! 💙
12th annual Long Island fundraiser for GVRC is tomorrow! Thank you Jake and Lauren for your continued support! We love you!
Beautiful tribute to Mr. Mike at the golf tournament today 💙
Good luck to all the golfers today! Here is love! 🏌️🏌️♀️⛳️ @kaitlynhoag @hoag1093
A group of GVRC staff is doing a booty bike ride to camp this year!
If you would like to join us or donate or share below is the current riders and their Venmo names.
Moe: @Maureen-McAnany
Jeff Peacock: @miller_jeffery
Julie Sullivan: @Julie-Sullivan-103
Audrey: @AudreyDiMatteo
If you donate via Venmo please put Booty Bike or GVRC in the memo.
Beautiful dedication at YCS tonight for our beloved Mr. Mike. He was truly a legend.
Registration is now open for the Big Sky Golf Tournament on July 13, 2024! Visit golf.gvrc.org to register or sponsor! All proceeds benefit GVRC! @kaitlynhoag @hoag1093
(Funny post ahead)
Respect the Archery Specialists or we will make darkness consume the entire earth forever!
In case the world does end with today’s eclipse:
GVRC has been a true blessing in life and we are glad for the opportunity to work with all of you.
If the world does not end today we will see everyone in August!!
HIL,
Mr. Jim, Terry & Wally too
Tonight’s event has been postponed due to weather! Will post when new date is established! Thanks for understanding!
Come out to support Mustang Madness in Dansville - March 22nd at 6:30PM - all proceeds benefit GVRC!