News From The Point

Report by Peaker Katie R. (Soccer Team Captain):

Today there were two teams from Point O’Pines that played in the Point O’Pines Invitational Soccer Tournament, consisting of Chateguay, Walden, Forest Lake and the Point. The first Point O’Pines team included Inter As, Inter Bs, Subs and Seniors. They worked well as a team and showed a lot of talent and skill.

The second team included all 35 Peakers. The Peaker team was the winner of the whole tournament beating Walden in the Finals. Every person on every team contributed in an important way. Peaker Sophie M., Peaker Katie R., Peaker Jordyn G., Peaker Sophie K., Peaker Hannah W. and many other people scored in the tournament. Peaker Gabby held the team together playing goalie for the Peaker team. Overall the tournament was a success.

Four of our Peakers gained a terrific hiking experience by hiking Goodnow Mountain.  The firetower on the summit offers a panoramic view of 23 of the 46 high peaks.  After viewing Mount Marcy from the firetower we were glad to be viewing from a distance as that high peak was disguised by rain clouds.  The Peakers enjoyed their view of the Adirondacks, and hopefully been encouraged toward future adventures.

From the hike:

This week a small group of Inter As and Inter Bs took on Black Mountain.  Being the highest mountain in the Lake George Wilderness Area, this trip was no easy feat.  The first day we hiked to Black Mountain Pond where we made dinner on our camp stove. We also enjoyed hot chocolate to satisfy our taste buds. After a restful night in the lean-tos we began our trek up the switchback trail on the south side of Black Mountain. The view was extraordinary, Campers looked out over the Adirondacks and also caught a glimpse of Lake Champlain, which separates New York and Vermont. This group proved themselves to have a great work ethic and exceptionally positive attitude. We’re so proud of these campers.

“You’re traveling through another dimension, a dimension not only of sight and sound but of mind; a journey into a wondrous land whose boundaries are that of imagination. Next stop . . . the Twilight Zone!”

Tonight the Peakers took us on a journey into the Twilight Zone for a breakout to remember.  We started thinking it was the Counselor Hunt, but where were the counselors? Then Sherie on the mic, and the counselors all popped out! After a video in the Rec Hall, we ran to the soccer field, and then all over camp and every girl joined their White or Blue teammates in cheers and team spirit.  The Peakers are ready to lead us in a great year of competition and fantastic sportsmanship.

Guest Travelogue, images and story by Emily Weber:

Junior B Bunks 13 and 14 boarded the bus in the afternoon and headed for the Point O’Pines Farm, nestled in the Adirondack Mountains off Brant Lake. After the six minute drive to the farm the 15 girls took their bags and set up camp for the night in two lean-tos.

For dinner the eight counselors on the trip whipped up some delicious steamed vegetables, chicken and cheese pizza and salad.  While dinner was cooking, we took a trip to the sand hill where the girls ran and played on the sand.  Upon our return to the camp site the WAD staff had prepared a beautiful campfire! As the last preparations for dinner were happening campers sat around the campfire singing songs, telling stories and laughing…a lot.

After dinner the girls gathered around for s’mores and steaming hot cocoa accompanied by some more singing around the fire. Then it was off to bed for the Junior Bs.

We all awoke at 7:15 am this morning to pack everything back up and be back in time for camp breakfast. In all, it was a great overnight filled with singing, games, laughter and s’mores. It was a great way for the girls to bond as bunks.

In addition, to these pictures there is a whole album of the trip available under “Photos” by logging in on the website.