Things I Know Because of CRL
My school takes a class trip every year. Last year, in 6th grade, we went to Charleston, South Carolina. Some kids were nervous because...
In Awe of Nature Around Us at CRL
For the past two summers Camp Riva-Lake has explored inspiring the strong bonds of sisterhood and strength in our girls as our theme....
My Journey Back To Camp
My family asked me what I wanted for my 4oth birthday, and I said, “All I want is to go to camp”. And so began my journey back to CRL. ...
Camps Have New Year's Resolutions Too!
It’s a new year, and I think all of us try to see ways in which we can improve ourselves. Just as we do as individuals, businesses also...
On the Road Again
Recruitment season….the next best thing to greeting everyone at camp on opening day! What a difference 2 years make! Two years ago I...
Welcome to Riva-Lake
“Welcome to Riva Lake We’re glad you’re here! We have a great big handshake And a rousing cheer for you So join in our happy song ...
Let them be kids!
A simple family exercise this weekend has sent me to the computer to write about it. Perhaps you will be able to relate…. For years we...
10 Things Every Camper Should Know Before Heading to Camp
Hi All! It’s Madeleine Mears. I can’t wait to come back to CRL for summer 2017 as head counselor along with Sam. This whole school year...
Reflections on a Decade of Camp Riva-Lake
Reflections on a Decade of Camp Riva-Lake This summer will be my 10th year at my home in the hills of Tennessee. Half my life has been...
Lessons from Camp
They say we learn something new every day. The older we get the more important it is to continue filling our brains with new information....