WSAW TIMBERTOP CAMP NEWS STORY
Adam’s Timbertop Camp Experience
“Thank you to Timbertop Camp Founder:
Hello Wings,
I wanted to reach out and extend with deep gratitude a heartfelt THANK YOU! Thank you for having the vision, desire and perseverance 59 years ago to start Timbertop Camp. You can literally feel the passion and support that each of the camp counselors has for the traditions you started long ago. My girls just completed their second year at Timbertop and I am so elated that they found a place for them that supports them, gives them a break to develop as individuals, find themselves, lose there selves, do some soul searching, connect with nature, take a break from heavy/hard life situations and most importantly make lasting memories they can reflect back on in the years ahead on just how much fun and personal development came out of camp. While they only go to camp for 1 week out of the year, their stories about camp were told throughout the year, singing camp songs loud and proud and at random times became a weekly occurrence, teaching their brothers camp songs they learned was precious and my girls laughing together (melts my mama heart) about all the inside jokes that came out of camp. You did that, so as one mama to another THANK YOU for that priceless gift. Thank you for having the courage and heart to offer kiddos with different abilities a safe place to be themselves and for raising and having a hand in all of the relatives that now dedicate their time to voluntarily set aside a week of their lives to staff the camp. They are all amazing humans, but you already know that. 😊 We missed seeing you physically there this year but your presence was definitely there and they did not miss a beat with your traditions. As we move into the 60th year of Timbertop please know your work you did around the camp was important, powerful and impactful. A living legacy indeed. Simple put….Thank you!
Gratefully,” Kimberly – Parent
My daughter joined Timbertop for the first time this year for her first sleepaway camp experience. She has ADHD, anxiety, dysgraphia, and an overall learning disability. She had the absolute best time! Every picture I received she seemed happier than the last one. She loves water and she spent all of her free time out on the lake canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding or fishing. Plus all the activities they had planned for them each day. She made some great friends and felt included and seen. She has already asked to go back next year. In her words she said “I had so much fun and everyone was like me!” Nothing better than knowing your child was accepted for just who she is! Rachel – Parent
“My daughter has a learning disability, as well as dyspraxia, and the occasional flare up from her Hydronephrosis. Every camp she has wanted to go to, she has gotten “left behind” so to speak because her limitations wouldn’t allow her participate in many of the camp activities without help. And then we found Camp Timbertop. She was beyond excited because, for once, there were other kids like her. Kids who also struggled with reading and school. Kids who were deemed different by society and their peers. Camp Timbertop welcomed her with open arms and wanted to know everything about her differences so they could incorporate them into their daily activities, as they try to do with every child that attends. The bonds that are made among the campers continue beyond camp and my daughter eagerly looks forward to seeing her friends again each summer. Check in day reminds me of a huge family reunion. So many hugs and nonstop tales of what they’ve been up to throughout the year. But the best part is hearing them talk about the memories from years past and what they hope to do again during the week. Archery, swimming, camp fires, songs, tye dying, games, sports, crafts, a dance party, theme days. Camp Timbertop truly has it all, in addition to peer support, talking about differences, letter writing and activities that focus on team bonding. And the counselors look after the campers like they were their own children. I can’t recommend Camp Timbertop enough.” Parent
“Rayne has been able to connect with 2 of the girls outside of camp so far. She is very excited about that. It is fun to return to camp each year, as a parent and as a camper and see people you know. I love how the counselors recognize the campers and welcome them back with hugs and open arms. It’s like coming home to family in a way.” Rhebecca – Parent
“Thank you Pete Matthai and the entire Camp Staff for another great summer. This has been a great opportunity over the years for Emily. Everyone has always done a great job!” Cindy – Parent
“My daughter had a wonderful time at camp. It was her fist experience at a camp like this and I would recommend this to other parents. She really took an interest in swimming and learning how to swim better. As a parent, I was worried about leaving her all day with children and counselors she did not know but after her first day, that worry was gone. She made friends and had a blast. I am going to sign her up next year and my son as well. It was a great experience. Thank you!” Sue – Parent
“I would like to thank you for giving me this opportunity to come out to camp. This has been one of the funest experiences of my life. All the campfires, songs and games we played were awesome. I met so many new people here.” Desiah – Camper
“Michael once again had an exceptional week. He was sad to go home because of all the wonderful experiences he had; friendships both new and old he made, the accomplishments he made, the discoveries he found in himself. Timbertop has made a huge difference in Michael’s life and I am ever so grateful that I inquired bout it when I did.” Barb – Parent
“Tom truly enjoyed your camp! He can hardly wait for next year! He really enjoyed the counselors, and made some new friends. It was a great, positive experience for him, and something he will remember for a lifetime.” Bob and Connie – Parents
We love would love to share your story! Please email them to info@timbertopcamp.org . Share them on Facebook: Timbertop Camp or on YouTube: Timbertop Camp .
Contact Us:
Email: info@timbertopcamp.org
Phone: 715-869-6262
Facebook: Timbertop Camp
YouTube: Timbertop Camp