Getting to Know Roughing It Day Camp – Opportunities to Learn More
Parents always mention that they have a challenging time figuring out how to get to really know a camp before they enroll their child. I know that this can seem daunting. I share below some of my thoughts on how parents might best learn about all Roughing It Day Camp has to offer their child. […]
Insights Gained by Outdoor Adventures
We wanted to share an article written for our camp community by Ann Woods, our director, on the importance of experiencing the outdoors and the reason why she and Hobie (her husband) were inspired to found Roughing It Day Camp 43 years ago. These messages and lessons still hold true today.
5 Important Questions to Ask Camp Directors
Spring is the perfect time to sign your child up for camp! Many camps fill up during the early spring, so now is the perfect time to think about registering. When choosing the right camp, it is important to visit the site, meet the directors, and ask questions. If you are not able to visit […]
Libby’s Adventures in Europe!
Libby is currently traveling around Europe before she starts nursing school this fall! During her travels, she stopped by London to see a musical with Kath D, who is in her first year in a graduate program at the London School of Economics. It looks like Libby is having a great time and we wish […]
Reasons to be a Counselor Instead of an Intern This Summer
There is a lot of competition in the job world. College students are under a lot of pressure to find a good job after they graduate, and the competition is fierce. Many students spend their summers working as unpaid interns in hope that it will improve their resume and increase their chances of finding a […]
5 Great Reasons to Send Your Child to Summer Camp
Camp is a great way for your child to spend their summer! There are countless benefits to sending your child to camp that will last them for the rest of their life. Ann Woods, Director of Roughing It Day Camp, shares how camp can positively contribute to children’s development, based on her over 40 years […]
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day to one and all! Wishing all our campers, camper parents, alumni and of course all our staff a day full of love and joy! If you didn’t already see our Valentine’s video message be sure to check it out!
Why We Love Camp – Hear from our Campers, Staff, and Parents
It’s always heart-warming to hear from campers, staff, and parents about how much they got out of their summer. We love the stories of campers learning how to swim, riding a horse for the first time, catching fish, climbing that steep hill to their secret forts, finding the daily D’junos, and meeting every morning and […]
Fishing Tips for February!
Fishing is not just a summer activity! Certain kinds of fish are more active when it’s colder outside, so make sure your fishing license is up to date, grab your fishing pole, and head over to the Lafayette Reservoir!
Top Reasons to be a Camp Counselor This Summer
Camp is so much more than just fun and games, and campers are not the only ones who learn a thing or two at camp. Working as a camp counselor not only gives hands on experience working with children, an essential skill for anyone interested in teaching, psychology, or any other child related skill, but […]
Why We ♥ Camp
February 1 is I ♥ Camp day! This is a day dedicated to celebrating the magic of camp and how it positively affects our lives. There are countless reasons to love camp, but here are 12 of our favorites!
I Heart Camp Day – Feb 1st
Welcome to the HobieCamp Blog – Summer Camp Magic
Hi! This is Hobie and welcome to my blog. Fifty summers ago, I worked my first summer as a camp counselor at Kennolyn Camp in Soquel, California. It was definitely a life changing experience. I was deeply touched by the power of camp to make positive impacts on both children and staff. I found my life’s […]
Time to Start Planning for Summer Camp – Best Deals Found in the Fall!
It’s that time of year again, when children hang up their play clothes and dig their backpacks out of the closet. They slowly fall into the old, familiar routine of going to school every day before coming home to get started on their homework. They learn new things every day and work extra hard to […]
Visit us this Week for Halloween Fun in Lafayette!
Campers and Friends, we have some exciting events coming up this week happening in your neighborhood! From Trick or Treat Street to Lafayette’s annual Reservoir Run everyone who attends is sure to have a great time! Hope to see you there!