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The first year of the American
Cancer Society Camp UKANDU in the new millennium was a fabulous one! Staff and campers
alike were full of enthusiasm and spirit as our camp got off to a great start!
The first day was Sunday. The campers arrived, checked in, and met their
counselors and cabin mates. The friendships were just beginning!
Monday, everyone got a taste of each of the different activities at Camp. Some
favorites included art, marina, games, and team building.
Tuesday was spent enjoying the beach and remembering friends at Memory Circle. It
was also the first day of a fantastic new activity, the rock-climbing wall! The older
teens spent the night away from camp, on their overnight camp out, and the younger teens
had a blast bowling at the local ally.
Wednesday was full of activity! Campers were at the beach, rock-climbing, and
enjoying time at their chosen activities, such as fishing, swimming, weaving, music, art,
boating, archery, and field games.
The week hit its peak on Thursday, dance day! The older teens enjoyed the spa
treatment, as a professional salon moved in for the afternoon and provided haircuts,
makeup, and manicures. The rest of camp had their own "beauty parlor" outside in
the field, complete with face painting, makeup, and colored hairsprays. By evening
everyone was ready for the big dance! The theme for 2000 was "Western Hoedown"
and everyone received a commemorative scarf. Bales of hay and cowboy hats were everywhere
as the American Cancer Society Camp UKANDU kicked up its heels and enjoyed a night of
flashing lights and disco sounds!
Friday's activities continued the week of outrageous fun. The carnival, while wet,
was a blast. There were games to play, tickets to win, and LOTS of prizes to buy! The dunk
tank and pie toss gave campers a chance to spend some of their tickets on dunking or
throwing whipped cream at their favorite counselors and staff. That evening, our camp
hosted a star studded talent show, with wonderful "guest hosts," and lots of
camper talent. It was a great way to enjoy each other?s talents as we rounded out a week
of fun and friendship. That evening at the nightly campfire, the Chief spoke of the spirit
of the American Cancer Society Camp UKANDU, and in that spirit each camper was wrapped in
a "robe of red."
Saturday brought both sadness and joy. While it was disappointing to say goodbye
after such an excellent week, it was wonderful to realize how many great friendships were
made. The spirit of the American Cancer Society Camp UKANDU would remain in
everyone?s hearts forever.
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