Registered Campers Click HERE to sign-up for activities! 

Each camper selects 5 fun activities to participate in daily.  In our skill based activities, campers. learn new skills and develop abilities through in-depth instruction and an awards system.  Other activities stimulate creativity while some are just for fun!

Archery                     Ropes Course            Sailing*
Canoes                      Pottery                      Camp Skills*
Nature                       Leather Crafts           Frisbee Sports*                                STUFF                      Free Swim                Newspaper*
Waterfront                Art                             Basketry*
Fishing                      Swim Lessons            Kayaking* 
Horses-Trail (Ages 8-12)                            Vaulting
* This activity is available only to 10-12 year olds

Click HERE for Activity Descriptions!

Archery:  Campers are taught by a trained Archery Instructor safe bow handling and shooting techniques.  Learning safety rules, parts of the bow and arrow, and shooting for points make this activity a lot of fun.  Archery is part of the CRS Award program.

 

 

 

 

Art:  This activity is a great opportunity for campers to express themselves creatively.  Campers will be exposed to several types of mediums and create a portfolio of work by the end of the week.

 

Basketry:  Each camper in this activity will create their own basket by the end of the week.  They learn to prepare and weave their reed and various basket making techniques.  *Available for 10-12 year olds only. 

Camp Skills:  This activity prepares campers for camping out in the woods and teaches basic survival skills.  These serious campers learn to build a fire, set up a tent, and more.  *Available for 10-12 year olds only. 

Canoeing:  Enjoy learning to control a canoe, various paddle strokes, and the basics of water rescue out on picturesque Lake Anne. 

 Canoeing is part of the CRS awards program. 

Fishing:  Campers are able to relax beside beautiful Lake Anne and learn how to bait a hook, cast, and reel one in!  Fishing is part of the CRS awards program. 

Free Swim:  In Free Swim, campers get to cool off in the water down at our pool, make a big splash on our

water slide, and play games with friends.

Frisbee Sports:  One of our newest activities, in Frisbee Sports campers will learn the basics of throwing and catching a Frisbee and play Frisbee golf on our 9-hole course, Ultimate Frisbee, and more… *Available for 10-12 year olds only.

Horses-Trail:  8-12 year olds are trained in proper riding technique and able to ride the numerous trails that criss-cross the camp property.  They learn to ride at various gates from walk to gallop.  Horses-Trail is part of the CRS awards program.  

Kayaking:  One of our newest activities, Kayaking offers campers the opportunity to learn to control a boat by themselves while being coached by a trained instructor in various handling techniques.  Kayaking is part of the CRS awards program.  *Available for 10-12 year olds only. 

Leather Crafts:  Campers have the opportunity to create a variety of unique crafts using leather, hammers, stamps, and dye.  These creations will be treasured for years to come! 

Nature:  Enjoy exploring the CRS property while learning to identify the area plant and wild life.  Hunt for leaves, insects, and animal tracks or hike to our sulfur spring.   Nature is part of the CRS awards program. 

 Newspaper:  Work with fellow newspaper staffers to create Smoke Signals, the weekly CRS newspaper which is given out to each camper on Saturdays.  Learn the basics of writing articles and interviewing skills while also having a blast!  *Available for 10-12 year olds only. 

Pottery:  Camper get to make various clay creations from learning

 to hand shape a “pinch pot”, to jewelry,and most anything they can dream up.Their pieces are fired in our kiln and then

painted by the artists themselves. 

Ropes Course:  This exciting activity is centered around our 30 foot climbing tower with bouldering walls and a zip line.  From beginner to experienced everyone can find a challenge here!  Campers also learn team work techniques with our ropes games and low ropes elements.  Ropes Course is part of the CRS awards program. 

Sailing: A longstanding favorite at CRS, sailors board our sunfish sailboats and explore beautiful Lake Anne.  Learn the parts of the boat, how to rig and de-rig, tying knots, and the basics of sailing and boat safety.  Sailing is part of the CRS awards program.  *Available for 10-12 year olds only.   

Swimming Lessons: Swimmers beginner to advanced will learn new skills and improve their strokes at the pool under the instruction of our experienced acquatic staff. 

 STUFF: Standing for Super Terrific Unpredictable Frenzy of Fun and that is exactly what campers have in this activity.  The variety of games is endless fun for everyone—from classic fun games to crazy new CRS creations campers never know what is up next! 

 Vaulting:  New for 2010!  Vaulting is the art of gymnastics on the back of a moving horse.  Combining the love of horses with the fun and excitement of gymnastics, vaulting helps the camper to develop balance, flexibility and confidence.