Category: New Parent Information
How’s the food at Camp?? Mmm.Mmm.Awesome!
The food at camp can be a cause of concern for parents and campers alike, but for different reasons. Kids wonder if there will be anything they like to eat, and parents may worry about healthy food choices or specific dietary needs. The meals at camp strike a balance between kid friendly favorites and delicious home cooked goodness! The majority of meals are served family style in cabin groups, which fosters the sense of community that makes Woodland so special.
Woodland has an awesome chef who uses quality ingredients to create delicious meals and home made baked goods. Dan spoils us with plenty of choices. There is something for everyone including vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free options if there is a need. Allergy to peanuts or tree nuts can be handled to a certain extent as well.
Sysco Foods is our main food distributer, and they provide us with meats such as:
- Antibiotic free chicken
- 100% juice for breakfast
- Fresh fruits -Served at least twice daily
- Fresh vegetables
- Real Wisconsin butter
- Beverages with no high fructose corn syrup just to name a few!
What are the camp favorites you might ask? Fair warning…do not get between a Woodland girl and her Taco Bar! Enough said. Other favorites include homemade Pizza night, Lasagna, Salad Bar with home made Mac and Cheese and Breadsticks, Roast Turkey…the list is endless! So, don’t be surprised if your camper comes home asking for you to duplicate the awesome meals at camp!
Birthdays at Camp Woodland Are Really Special!
Camp Packages
The big question parents are asking me is, “Lee, what type of package should I send my daughter”? That is a very good question……We always recommend sending a package that all the girls in your daughter’s cabin can enjoy. This summer the girls are really into crafting. Not just any crafting but with different colors of Duck Tape! They have made bows for their hair and other really neat crafts. I was even told that Towering Pines made wallets from different colors of duck tape. Pretty creative if you ask me!! One summer a cabin was very into knitting and a parent sent up an entire box filled with beautiful colored yarn and knitting needles.
Preparing your child for camp
Check out this great video on “what parents need to know,” by Bob Ditter, a well know adolescent therapist. The video was produced by the American Camping Association to prepare parents on the value of sharing information about their child to help give them a great experience at camp.