Wish I was still there

Posted by woody
6:13 PM , 23-Aug-2012 | 0 comments | Link So I got back from America yesterday and i've never felt so lost i loved camp so much and all the amazing people I met there. The kids were hard work at times but I wouldn't have had it any other way. If I could get a full time job there i'd move back tomorrow. If anyone is thinking about doing camp America don't think about it just do it you won't regret it.

Camp contract

Posted by woody
12:32 PM , 2-Mar-2012 | 0 comments | Link So I've just received my contract form my camp and I'm getting very excited now. I've filled it in and will be sending it off to them tomorrow. I've also had my visa appointment through and I think i will get cracking on filling that out as well today although I haven't got a clue where to start with it lol oh well I'll see how I get on.

Home sweet home

Posted by BeccaG
1:38 PM , 25-Aug-2011 | 0 comments | Link So my amazing 9 weeks have ended !

I can't believe how fast it has been and how many amazing memories has been created because of camp.
From learning to kayak to riding a horse for the first time, this summer has been the best ever and I wish to thank Camp America for giving me the opportunity to live the summer camp life.

Although I am not going back next year, I would reccomend this programme to anyone wanting to do something different with their summer.

Orientation Day :)

Posted by David
3:56 PM , 21-May-2011 | 3 comments | Link Today I went to the Orientation that Camp America had put on. As I had to go back to the student house, cause I had to get a few things done, I got up at about 6am. When I was making my way to the venue, I had loads of problems with the trains but I got there just in time. I sat at the front and had to fill in an attendance form and a short questionnaire, and I also had a leaflet about cheap calls and a free pen. When the Orientation started they showed at a list of about five things, which were Airport travel, Life at Camp, After camp travel and some others that I can't remember. They formed us into groups of about 15 and asked us to come up with five questions about our given subject, which was Airport Travel. We also had to sing a short song which I was very nervous about to begin with but it was a nice thing to do, as when I get to camp I will have to do things that I would never do. After each group at spoken, they also covered the subject in there presentation slide-show and all questions where answered. I didn't really have any questions and I did have some fun. After Camp America had finished, we had a short presentation from Camp America Treks, which was very nice but it wasn't anything I hadn't heard already. They also had a competition for a free two week trek, so I went for that. The meeting when on for about three hours and after wards I asked about how I go about printing my out bound ticket and so some question about what should I do if a camper wets the bed or sleepwalks. When I got home I found my Camp America hoodie, which I love. I'm feeling a bit bad cause of my weight but I'm going to do loads of sit-ups the evening and do my best to loose some of it before camp starts. I'm also going on trip with my parents for a week, so hopefully I will be alot slimmer when I come back.

Five Weeks 2 go :)

Posted by David
2:21 PM , 18-May-2011 | 0 comments | Link Today I thought I would make a start writing blogs, to record my feelings, thoughts and experience with Camp America. Hopefully these records will remind me why I went for this in the first place, plus I told my nan that I would keep these messages updated while at camp, so that could read what I was up to.

As you can probably guess, I have got five weeks until I fly out to my camp which is in the mountains of New York. I'm very excited but at the same time I really want to do well and make some kind of impact on these campers lives. I finished my exams about a week ago now and I'm spending most of my time reading through all the things I have to read before I go and also trying to loose some weight. I really want to do well, as I can't think of anything better to do over the summer. It's the first time that I have been to camp for a while and I'm a bit nervous but at the same time I can't wait to get out there.

Yesterday, my nan and I went shopping to get loads of things for camp, which included the biggest bag I have ever brought, a water bottle, and mostly clothing. Not sure what else to write at this point but I will get back asap.

48 Days !

Posted by BeccaG
2:27 PM , 1-May-2011 | 0 comments | Link First of May today which means next month I will be flying to AMERICA

My family are trying not to think about it, bless them <3 I'm going to miss my friends & family so much it's unreal but I know this experience is going to be amazing.
I've been trying to get used to Skype and Facetime on my iPod so I can communicate with people back home, my mam gets way to overexcited about the fact she can see me on her iPod...

Thought I'd post a picture of my (messy) holdall with practically everything stuffed into it. I'm going to go through it in a couple of weeks and probably take half of the stuff out and put other stuff in.


And that's it for now ! Hope you's have enjoyed the Easter holidays, I know I enjoyed most of it apart from the doing of assignments which I've left 'till last minute ! Woops.
xoxo

Posted by BeccaG
3:57 PM , 10-Apr-2011 | 1 comments | Link EVENTUALLY. I have paid of all my payments for Camp America. Although it still doesn't seem real I'm going.

I've also mailed over all my paperwork (minus health form, that's getting sorted next week) and I've also been doing some shopping for camp !
I bought a gorgeous holdall that is massive and will fit everything I need. It's a bit of pain to carry around but it was only £12 ! Can't say no to that.

My family have also decided that they're going down to London with me in June the day before my flight so were getting the train down and stopping in a travel lodge then once they've seen me off they're going to have another day exploring London. Can't believe how supportive they've been, I'm so lucky.

Not much else has happened really. Been doing a lot of college work and getting stressed at that but it should all work out.

That's all for now I think. Add me if you's like, I'm always up for a chat about America, gets me way over-excited though ;)
xoxo

Return flights

Posted by BeccaG
6:52 PM , 23-Mar-2011 | 1 comments | Link So today I got the option to choose my return flights back from America and after much thought I decided the DIY from the North Eastern airports is the best for me as my camp is in Massachusetts and I don't fancy travelling from there to NY by myself and then staying over for a couple of nights before my flight back as I am not travelling.

I also found out recentlly that my dad is going to be going to Portugal a couple of weeks after I get back for 8 weeks ! I'm so happy for him because he's going to have an amazing experience but I'm gutted I won't see him for ages! This must be how my parents are feeling about me going away.

Not much else has been happening in terms of Camp America. I've been pretty busy with college work lately and getting all my hours in placement in preparation of leaving college early though ;D
xoxo

Flight times :)

Posted by BeccaG
1:36 PM , 15-Mar-2011 | 0 comments | Link Yayyy, I logged onto my Camp America Direct page to see all my flight details :) I will be checking into Heathrow at 12:05 and getting a Virgin Atlantic plane to Boston on the 17th June ! :)

So excited to be spending my summer in America :) Will be perfect although I will miss my family and friends so much :(

I've also been spending lots of money on clothes and stuff for camp. Got myself a sleeping bag and even bought my first pair of jogger bottoms ;) Haha.

I've had to work pretty hard this week catching up on college work so that's basically took over my life at the moment but the thought of the summer is keeping me going ! :)
xoxo

Featured Blog !

Posted by BeccaG
4:53 PM , 28-Feb-2011 | 1 comments | Link Ahhh my god I love this bit of news I just got !

Found out my blog is featured on the Participants Zone homepage ! I love it and think it's awesome that people actually read this !

In other news, I've got all my travel arrangements booked for my embassy appointment, I'm heading down there on the Monday and stopping in a travel lodge and maybe doing a bit of shopping. Then on the Tuesday I will get my Visa sorted and head back up to geordie land ! :)

I must've read my camps website and staff guide so many times, I can't wait ! This summer will be a life changing experience for me.
xoxo