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Is Pre- and Post-Camp worth it?

Great! You’ve got your place at camp and now it’s time to choose the dates you are free to travel for your summer. Most of the time the camps will give you a specific date that you need to arrive on as that’s when they organise the pick-ups from the

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Camp Insights

The biggest adventure of my life

Hello everyone! I’m Augustina, but a lot of the campers would call me “August” because it is way shorter and reminds them of the summer month! It didn’t take long to catch on but I’m happy about it as no one back home calls me this and it is now

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Staff Tips

3 things to consider for After Camp Travel.

Here are three things to think about when travelling after your 9 weeks at camp. Whilst adapting to the American way of living, you might as well go and visit the further corners of the states and its cities. Besides, it’s not everyday that you’re on that side of the

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Staff Tips

Top 5 things to pack for camp

What to take? 

With the days leading up to Summer, packing for camp can seem a bit daunting and stressful, and the suitcase may seem a little too small for all the “necessities” you need. Most international flights to America allow you to bring a 10kg carry-on, and a suitcase which

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Camp Insights

Faiza – Camp Counsellor

The sun-kissed days, the children laughing, and the magnificence of nature all got together to make a wonderful experience as a camp counsellor at Camp Lindenmere. I am grateful for the priceless memories, lessons learned, and impact it had on both the campers and myself as I reflect on those

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Camp Insights

Summer to remember – Muhammad

“As the first applicant from Pakistan to the USA exchange program, I embarked on a journey that would forever change my life. The decision to apply for this program was not an easy one, but with the guidance and support of Skilled Summer, I successfully navigated the application process. Little

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Camp Insights

Frenchwoods Camp – Sophie

My time as a summer camp counselor in America was an unforgettable experience that enriched my life in many ways. It was more than just a summer job; it was an opportunity to grow, learn, make new friends and make a positive impact on children’s lives. 

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Camp Insights

My Experience Embracing Differences as a Camp Counsellor

Every summer, people from all over the world go to camp for a unique experience. For me, it was a journey of the unknown. As a girl from a completely different culture and background, I ventured into a melting pot of cultures. It became an extraordinary camp experience that changed

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