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Holiday Issue, 2007
Happy
Holidays from Nicolet! |
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the 2007 Holiday school break we were joined at camp by some
of our "summertime camp family". It's always fun to
introduce staff and campers to camp covered in a blanket of
white snow, ice on the lake, and lots of fun new seasonal things
to do like cross country ski on miles of our groomed trails,
drive snowmobiles, and even catch a ride on a dog sled pulled
by a team of huskies! On New Year's Eve Allison, Jeremy, and
Georgi were joined by staff members Lee and LP. Happy New Year! |
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Jeremy
takes LP and Lee for a spin on the Skandic.
Jeremy
puts on a few miles of cross country skiing through the snow-covered
pines. During the winter months we maintain and groom 6 -
10 miles of trails in the Nicolet National Forest adjacent
to camp.
The
annual bonfire at the brush pile.
Each
spring, summer, and autumn camp's trees and bushes are manicured
and trimmed. Little by little, a huge pile of branches and
brush accumulates in an area behind camp called the "brush
dump". Once there is enough snow on the ground and the
fire hazard is minimal, we are able to build a giant bonfire
to make room for next season's
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A
new galaxy of stars? Actually it's Jeremy's famous fireworks
display mixed with falling snowflakes over Franklin Lake
at midnight 1/1/08. "Gee Fred, that's my favorite!!!"
"It's
like living in a Christmas card" according to Allison
while getting in her daily dose of XC skiing. Jeff Starz joins
Allison on the trail while visiting with family.
Chloe
Starz practices her snowcross driving expertise.
load
of trimmings. We set match to the holiday fire with the help
of family and friends and enjoyed the glow that lit up the
snowy landscape creating an eerie combination of light, shadows,
and hues. Who brought the marshmallows? |
Nicolet
Mushers Enjoy Winter Wonderland |
| The
Nicolet Mushers gathered for their annual holiday reunion with
friends, family, and huskies. Coming from all across the country,
mushers from Colorado, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Illinois celebrated
Christmas and New Year's at Nicolet Village. |
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Playful
lead dogs show their enthusiasm for running and enjoying the
clean, crisp Northwoods air.
A
fluffy Malamute puppy is the center of affection! |
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A
3-dog team of Alaskan Malamutes enthusiastically navigates
the Logger's Run trail.
Sharon
and Larry Kalous are responsible for organizing and initiating
the annual reunion for the past 22 years! |
Wayland
Academy Ski Team Trains for '08 Season |
| Members
of Wayland Academy's alpine ski team and their coaches stayed
at Nicolet for several days during the holiday break to train
at Brule Mountain ski area and get a jump start on the racing
season. This annual visit began over 8 years ago when Chris
and Jeremy Starz were team captains and students at Wayland
in Beaver Dam, WI. |
Nicolet
Camper Competes in Cross-Country Meets
Katie
Charlton joined her 6th grade cross-country team and successfully
competed in meets last autumn. Congrats, Katie! |
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Leadership
Fund Provides Camp Opportunities for Local Kids
In
a gesture to help local children attend overnight camp, Georgi
Starz presented a donation on behalf of the Christopher Starz
Leadership Memorial to directors of Honey Rock Camp. Honey
Rock is a non-profit resident camp owned by Wheaton College
that offers 2- week sessions for both boys and girls.
At the age of 5 and 6, Chris attended Honey Rock's day
camp program which helped spark his enthusiasm for outdoor
adventures and the development of leadership skills which
are so important for today's youth. |
Please
join us for Camp Nicolet's
MIDWEST
OPEN HOUSE
Friday,
January 18, 2008
7:00
- 8:30 p.m.
Winnetka
Community House
620
Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL
Parents,
campers, staff and interested friends are welcome to join
us. We will have an information session for new and prospective
families. We're looking forward to seeing you, so be prepared
to have a great time. No blizzards, please!
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Camper Clothing Special
Used,
but almost new, camp clothing for sale. If interested, please
contact
dhouse4@comcast.net.
Charles
River jackets, youth small & youth large; red fleece vest,
medium; navy blue fleece vest, large. |
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Dates to Remember
January 18 - Midwest Open House
January
26 - St. Louis Camp Fair
February
9 - Milwaukee Camp Fair
February
14 - Valentine's Day! |
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other issues of the newsletter.
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