Jess Wenger

Review of Timber Lake Camp

TLC graciously hosted my group of 43 first-year co...

TLC graciously hosted my group of 43 first-year college students for pre-orientation overnight trip (three days, 2 nights) last summer. The students arrived to Camp shy and nervous but thanks to the warm and enthusiastic staff, the group left energized and excited for school. Each staff member was inclusive and kind and showed amazing hospitality. The staff team spent time getting to know my students and fostered a sense of community and openness--something so important for first-year students. The crew kept the students engaged with lots of fun activities games (i.e.: sports, square dancing, basketball, campfire, zip line, etc.)--I don't even think they missed their cellphones! The facilities at the camp were impeccable and the food was tasty. The TLC staff was flexible in accommodating our needs (i.e.: accidental early arrival) and worked closely with my student chaperon and me to ensure students received the best Camp experience possible. Many students had never attended a traditional summer camp before and TLC provided a wonderful taste of what summer Camp is all about. I can only hope other new students from my institution can also enjoy the same opportunity in beginning their collegiate experience uniquely in the woods, away from technology and focused on team building, the great outdoors, and making new friends.

Thank you again, TLC!
J.W.