There was a chill in the air for a few days last week here at Wellspring Wisconsin. The sweatshirts and jackets came out as we circled around the fire for Friday night’s ceremony. Some of our campers and staff who are used to warmer climates were bundled up as if it were a winter night! Smores made with low fat graham crackers, chocolate syrup, and fire-roasted marshmallows were enjoyed by all.

This week in culinary class, there was all sorts of chopping, grilling, frying, blackening, and seasoning going on. Campers whipped up homemade fat free rice krispie treats, Southwest cheese dip with blackened peppers, egg scrambles with tomatoes and onions, and grilled mushroom and pineapple kabobs. Yes, they will go home with recipes!

After dinner on Saturday, campers participated in an outdoor 3-on-3 basketball tournament on what turned out to be a beautiful evening. The green, black, blue, and white teams played their hearts out in a fierce competition. The jump shots, dribbling skills, and defensive slides were impressive, to say the least. Ultimately, after a nail biter of a game, the white team was crowned the winner. Congratulations to all participants!

Yesterday afternoon’s main activity was a camper vs. staff kickball game. No one held back. The kickers gave it their all, campers and staff alike slid into bases to avoid the dreaded “you’re out!” and more than a few counselors were outkicked by their campers!