You will enjoy an occasional report that includes photos just now taken. Indeed, it is cold and rainy, as forecast. The rain is nothing new, but the cold surely has produced many a shiver already. Not to worry as Charmion promises hot chocolate to all boys who brave the elements on the lake. The fields … Read more
No question but that schedule flexibility is our strong suit. As I write these words, 40+ boys have headed into the hills to get in a day hike before the afternoon/evening deluge arrives. Yesterday, Mike observed the approaching band of showers and simply flipped A Block and B Block. While that won’t translate into much … Read more
Unusual June weather, to be sure, continues. The first photo below was taken two hours ago, as we awoke to an overcast morning — “Lowery,” is the New England word for it. No big deal at all, as the program directors already have an aggressive plan for the day. I am especially proud of the … Read more
New Hampshire weather is not supposed to be hazy, hot and humid with afternoon and evening showers. But, that’s been the deal for a couple days running, with more of the same forecast for the next few days. This time, however, we were on to Mother Nature and anticipated the oncoming storm that arrived midway … Read more
Monday, June 24, 9:13 am. The boys were very cooperative at breakfast this morning. It took only 34 minutes to feed the largest group we have ever had in our 29 years at the helm. All old-timers know the average to be 37 minutes. Anyway, it is going to be a very hot day today. … Read more
There’s an old adage regarding New England that says, “If you don’t like the weather, wait a minute.” Rob and Becky, enticed by last week’s report, entitled “Spring at Kingswood,” decided to spend Memorial weekend in New Hampshire. Becky sent the following pictures of their lovely visit to Kingswood. A few captions, taken from the … Read more
Alice and I had a lovely time at camp last week. The first batch of photos show those unique spring colors, a first-time sight for us, who had never visited Kingswood in mid-May. Only two geese inhabited the grounds, and I called them “mom and pop.” Please, no babies, I urged them, to no … Read more
Dan has been working hard to get camp ready for summer. Most important job of all has been the kitchen remodel effort. Dan sent me these photos about a week ago. See for yourself how gorgeous the facility will be.
SUMMER NEARS! I made up the following song, last evening in bed, sung to the tune of “Blue Skies.” Photos follow. Note the sky. Kingswood, smiling at me Nothing but Kingswood, do I see Kingswood, singing a song Nothing but Kingswood, all day long Never saw the sun, shining so bright Never saw things, going … Read more
