CRS Activities - Camp of the Rising Son

Activities

Each camper selects five fun activities to participate in daily. In our skill-based activities, campers learn new skills and develop abilities through in-depth instruction and an optional awards system. Other activities stimulate creativity, while some are just for fun! One parent says, “We just love y’all’s camp because he can sign up for whatever he wants!”


Available Activities

Archery Art Basketry* Camp Skills* Canoeing Dance Fishing Free Swim Frisbee Sports* Horses Kayaking*	Leather Crafts Mixed Sports Nature Newspaper* Pottery Ropes Course Sailing* STUFF Swim Lessons Vaulting Waterfront

*This activity is available only to 10- to 12-year-olds.


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

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

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

	Canoeing Campers enjoy learning control of a canoe, various paddle strokes, and the basics of water rescue out on picturesque Lake Anne. Canoeing is part of the CRS awards program.

	Dance Jazz, Hip-Hop, and fun! Campers will learn group dances and coordination skills. Camp is the perfect place to try out a new style as well as show off your talent. Dancers perform a group dance for the camp on Friday.

	Fishing Campers are able to relax beside beautiful Lake Anne and learn how to bait a hook, cast, and reel in a big one! 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 In Frisbee sports, one of our newest activities, campers will learn the basics of throwing and catching a Frisbee. They’ll play Frisbee golf on our nine-hole course, ultimate Frisbee, and more. *Available for 10- to 12-year-olds only.

	Horses Horses Arena Rides 7-12 years old: Campers receive basic lessons in riding, grooming and care, and safety in our beautiful covered arena. Learn to lead, bridle, saddle, as well as playing games. Our mini horse is a favorite part of Arena Rides! Horses Trail Rides 9-12 years old: Campers are trained in proper riding technique and are able to ride the numerous trails that crisscross the camp property. They learn to ride at various gaits, 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- to 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!

	Mixed Sports From soccer to flag football and pillo polo, campers will have the opportunity to play team sports. Learn new skills and have fun!

	Nature Campers explore the CRS property while learning to identify the area plants and wildlife. They can hunt for leaves, insects, and animal tracks or hike to our sulfur spring. Nature is part of the CRS awards program.

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

	Pottery Campers get to make various clay creations, from a hand-shaped “pinch pot” to jewelry and most anything else 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 on our 30-foot climbing tower with bouldering walls and a zip line. From beginner to experienced climber, everyone can find a challenge here! Campers also learn teamwork techniques with our ropes games and low ropes elements. Ropes course is part of the CRS awards program.

	Sailing Sailing is a longstanding favorite at CRS. Sailors board our Sunfish sailboats and explore beautiful Lake Anne. Campers learn the parts of the boat, rigging and de-rigging, tying knots, and the basics of sailing and boat safety. Sailing is part of the CRS awards program. *Available for 10- to 12-year-olds only.

	STUFF It stands for “Super Terrific Unpredictable Frenzy of Fun,” and that is exactly what campers have in this activity. The variety of games provides endless fun for everyone—involving everything from classic fun games to crazy new CRS creations so that campers never know what is up next!

	Swim Lessons Swimmers, beginner to advanced, will learn new skills and improve their strokes at the pool under the instruction of our experienced aquatic staff.

	Vaulting Our newest activity, vaulting was a huge hit in 2010! Vaulting is the art of gymnastics on the back of a moving horse. Combining the appeal of horses with the fun and excitement of gymnastics, vaulting helps the camper to develop balance, flexibility, and confidence.

	Waterfront Campers in waterfront enjoy making a splash in the lake, swimming to our floating dock, and playing water and beach games.