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New Camper Weekend 2017!

It’s finally here! New Camper Weekend 2017! Did you know that each June we invite all new campers and their families to spend the whole weekend at camp a few short weeks before opening day? It’s a unique opportunity for … Continue reading

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Fun Facts for New Families

We can’t believe there are less than 100 days until camp!  We want our new families and campers to be as comfortable and as prepared as possible in the days leading up to camp, so we’re going to share some … Continue reading

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New Camper Events: Recap!

Our weekend full of new camper parties was awesome! In the Philadelphia area, we had 18 first-time campers gather together to bowl, meet new friends and even learn last year’s camp song and dance! Special shout out to the 5 … Continue reading

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New Camper Events!

Come one, come all to one of our favorite weekends of the year! Our new camper parties are a perfect way to get to know us, so send friends and family! Come on out, NEW CAMPERS! You too, families still THINKING … Continue reading

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WE LOVE OUR NEW CAMPERS!

  What an amazing weekend meeting our new camp families from the Philadelphia and NYC areas! Our new campers had the BEST time bowling, climbing, jumping and bouncing with their new bunk mates and counselors. Don’t forget to keep in … Continue reading

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A Look at “Homesick and Happy”

This blog was written by Jenny Swerdlow, a former Timber Tops camper and counselor. Jenny spent nine summers at Timber Tops and went on to pursue developmental  psychology in “the real world.” She is now a full-time camp person, working … Continue reading

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Thanks, 2014 New Campers & Families!

What a weekend! Camp Timber Tops has a a pretty amazing tradition: we invite all first-time campers and their families up to camp to spend their first weekend at Timber Tops together! Families stay overnight in their own bunks before … Continue reading

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Every Day is Earth Day at Camp!

Happy Earth Day 2014, from Camp! When we talk to new families about camp, we often ask what they’re most excited about. Gymnastics! Tennis! Cooking! Art! Evening Program! Horseback riding! Making new friends! Well, here’s the truth: the best thing … Continue reading

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BREAKING NEWS: SKI WEEKEND UPDATE!

SKI WEEKEND UPDATE: We were hoping for snow, and snow we’re gonna get!!! As you may already know, the Northeast is expecting a storm this weekend. SKIING at BIG BEAR IS ON; HOT CHOCOLATE STOP AT CAMP IS OFF–Please check … Continue reading

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Family Ski Weekend! THIS WEEKEND!

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