Author Archives: Front Office

Hiking Through Life

“The secret to a good morning is to watch the sunrise with an open heart.” — Anthony T. Hincks Our Grand Owegans wrapped up the Grand Owegan with a day 3 wake-up at dawn to watch the sunrise from Worthington … Continue reading

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Even When We’re Apart, We’re Together

Some days at camp are cozy and confined, with all of us physically present, doing what we love at our summer home. Other days, like today, have us spread out in different locations, engaged in exciting adventures beyond Owego’s front … Continue reading

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Roar Like a Polar Bear and Row Like an Owegan!

At Owego, you can be anything you want to be. You can be a rocket designer, a stage performer, or a competitive swimmer. You can even be a Polar Bear. The Polar Bears club is an elite tradition going back … Continue reading

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Sundays are for Siblings

Sunday mornings at Owego begin with bagels and eggs, and owner Barbara Black’s famous smoked salmon. When this breakfast of champions ends, we head back to the bunks for clean up and inspection. First period takes us in different directions. … Continue reading

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The Flames of Brotherhood Ignite!

While it may have been difficult for our campers to imagine returning to a regular schedule after yesterday’s holiday shenanigans, we had plenty of good things in store for them as they woke up on this beautiful Saturday morning — … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, America! Love, Owego

It seems only fitting that today’s high was forecasted as 76 degrees. Spirit of ’76…76 Trombones…Philadelphia 76ers…it all fits. Friday, July 4th started with a bang…and then more and more bangs. With the Tents away, the 10th graders will play. … Continue reading

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A Prelude to a Star-Spangled Holiday!

Yesterday, we bid farewell to our 11th grade “Tents” as they departed for 10 days in Costa Rica. Along with their grade-level peers from PFC and CTT, they will be exploring the beautiful countryside, volunteering at an animal sanctuary, and … Continue reading

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We’re in an #owegowednesday State of Mind

Imagine waking up in camp with the birds chirping, the outside temperature a pleasant 63 degrees, and the aroma of waffles wafting through the air. So began our Wednesday. On social media, we’ve dubbed this #owegowednesday. It’s a weekly reminder … Continue reading

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A Little Rain Can’t Damper Our Fun!

After some rain overnight, campers awakened to sunshine peeking out from behind the clouds. We had eggs and English muffins for breakfast, which was followed by bunk clean-up and inspection. One of the jobs that campers will undertake in the … Continue reading

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NOT Just Another Manic Monday!

Mondays that begin at camp, with a breakfast of French toast sticks, are the best kind of Mondays! Then there’s the added bonus of it being a Canteen day, and you really can’t go wrong. And so we began the … Continue reading

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