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July 6, 2002

Happy Fourth of July! What a special day it was, indeed, here at Camp Nicolet! Welcome to a special Independence Day edition of "News from Franklin Lake." The awesome pictures in this issue by our staff photographers will take you through the events of the day from beginning to end - starting with a special wake-up by the riding staff (Paul Revere and the British) and the traditionaly noisey Advanced Campers. From beginning to end, it truly was a special day for people at camp and throughout the country! Also, check out the schedule for this week (Sunday, July 7th through Saturday, July 13th) and find out what exciting events are taking place at camp! Read on, and Think Sunhine!


The Advanced Campers always make
some noise on Independence Day!


Excellent Events at Nicolet:

Sunday, July 7th: Marathon Day!

Monday, July 8th: 2002 Riding Gymkhana

Tuesday, July 9th: 2002 Riding Gymkhana - Day 2
& Secret Dining Hall Night!

Wednesday, July 10th: Manito-Wish Leadership Course
(CITs & ACs)

Thursday, July 11th: Isle Royale Trippers Depart!
& Heart Friends Party

Friday, July 12th: Visitation begins - Awards Dinner
& Little Theatre Presentation

Saturday, July 13th: 1st Session Ends - 7 weeker Slumber Party

"It's the Fourth of July..."
a Photo Essay
by Nicolet Staff Photographers


The flag was presented via the "Nicolet Waterski Colorguard"


Each cabin presented a skit from a period in American history


Scenes from the ever-popular "Potato Sack Race!!!"




The Red, White, & Blue teams work together while battling it out
on the "Trolleys" during the traditional afternoon relay races!



The 2002 Riding Invitational
by Newsletter Staff

The 2002 Riding invitational was held this past Saturday at Camp Red Pine in Woodruff, Wisconsin. All of the Nicolet riders did an outstanding job, and the results of the invitaitonal are as follows. AJ Roberts obtained a 4th place rating in the "open jumping" class. In the

Time well spent with old friends on Franklin Lake

"jumping" division, Meredeth Bartelstein took 6th, Courtney Wood earned a 3rd, Becky Price obtained a 2nd, and Nancy Anderson secured a 1st place rating. In "low cross bar" jumping, Jamila Baxter earned a 5th, and Alysen Demzik secured a 4th place rating. In the "walk/trot/canter" class, both Alysen Demzik and Sarah Jacobson earned 1st place ratings. In the "walk/trot" class, Chloe Starz earned a 6th, Courtney McCahey obtained a 4th, and Whitney Nudo secured a 2nd place rating. Finally, in the "lead" division, Chloe Starz and Courtney McCahey earned 3rd place honors. Again, all involved did a wonderful job, and we look forward to the annual Nicolet Gymkhana this Monday and Tuesday.

"Wow, it's busy!!"
a Newsletter Staff Contribution

"Wow, it's busy!" Perhaps a sentence properly used in conjunction with "Time flies when you're having fun!" How true. The past week has been very busy at Nicolet, full of exciting events and special days. The coming week, July 7th through the 13th, is no exception. Coming up are many special days, including Marathon Day 2002, the annual Riding Gymkhana, and more. On Wednesday the CITs and Advanced Campers will travel to Camp Manito-Wish in Boulder Junction for their leadership course, which will include a high ropes-course adventure. Thursday, July 11th marks a special day in Camp Nicolet history as a select group of campers will depart for the Isle Royale Honors Trip. Not since Wendall Schrader himself led the traditional Canadian Honors Trip has such an endeavor been embarked upon at Camp Nicolet. Everyone at camp is very, very excited about the addition of this trip to the program - a trip which we hope to make part of traditions here at camp. On Friday, July 12th parent visitation will begin. If you are planning a visit to camp, please call our office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. for more information and visitation specifics. And, looking ahead to Saturday, it's really hard to believe July 13th officially marks the end of 1st Session 2002 at Camp Nicolet. What a wonderful few short weeks it has been, and we look forward to a great 2nd Session 2002! Please check back later this week for full coverage of Marathon Day, the Riding Gymkhana, and so much more! Thanks again for checking out this edition of "News from Franklin Lake" and keep your fingers crossed for sunshine in the Northwoods... rain or shine, though, the many happy campers and staff at Nicolet will say, "Wow, it's busy!"


Waterfront relays and the Red team pulling for victory
during Independence Day 2002 celebrations


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