Category: General News

It was a great 4^th of July here at Chen-A-Wanda. We started the day with having each division dress in any spirited way they wanted. All throughout camp, our kids were heading to their activities dressed as Egyptians, Sumo Japanese Wrestlers, Jamaicans, Native Americans and Israelis to name a few. Campus was dressed with Red, White and Blue decorations and the spirit was alive today as we honored American Independence Day.

We all gathered in the Rec Hall as our Head Staff entertained the camp with a comical, history revue of how our four fathers founded our country. Then it was off to the amphitheater for our Big Firework show. All the campers had glow sticks as they walked up the hill. Everyone got situated and settled into their seats and as America the Beautiful starting to play, the fireworks began. It was AMAZING!! We all just sat back, listened to the music and watched the most spectacular firework show in our own backyard. A magical day that we will never forget.

Can’t wait to see what tomorrow will bring.

Chenny Out.

It was a hot one today. Waterfront was hoppin’ and the kids were in the pool. Sand castles were being built all over our beach. All this adds up to a fantastic 4^th of July weekend.

Campers were busy in all their activities and camp had a great vibe today. Music was blasting in center camp and kids would be boppin’ their heads to the rhythm as they walked to and from activities.

Chenny Idol auditions are officially done and now we await the judges decision to which 10 superstars will advance. The top 10 finalists will perform live in front of the whole camp. We had over 100 campers audition for the show, all vying for that desirable title of Camp Chen-A-Wanda 2010 Chenny Idol. It’s a camp favorite so be sure to look out for the videos on our website.

We ended the day with our Staff Talent show. The campers loved watching their counselors sing, dance, and show off their incredible talents. It was fantastic show and the spirit of our staff was over the moon.

We are all looking forward to spirit day tomorrow as we all celebrate the 4^th of July in our own special way.

Chenny Out.

We had another fabulous day at camp today. It was Camp Rock Star at CAW. All the divisions spent the day prepping for their big show. After rehearsing with the band throughout the day, each division got to show their stuff and rock out with the band in front of the whole camp at our evening activity. It was an incredible show and we all loved it.

Today was a big day for our travel teams. Wayne County games were in full swing and our campers were out giving it their all; showing their Chenny Pride!

It’s only been a week and it feels like we’ve been here forever. We are having a blast here and can’t wait for tomorrow.

Chenny Out.

It was another fantastic day at camp. The day started off with everyone smiling for their camp pictures. Bunk, sibling and individual pictures were taken today in the teen center. Then it was off to the Dining Hall for one of the most memorable lunches in Chen-A-Wanda history. We had a giant impromptu sing-a-long session during lunch. The entire camp stood on their chairs as we ALL sang Bohemian Rhapsody, Don’t Stop Believing, Sweet Caroline and a few other favorites. You had to see it to believe it but it was an incredible lunch.

We kicked off our Chenny Idol auditions today and had a huge turnout. Campers were rehearsing their tunes and then walked into the studio where they were face to face with the judges. This years’ Chenny Idol is looking to be a summer favorite. Can’t wait to see who advances.

Sign & Song was so amazing tonight and all the campers enjoyed tonight’s show. All the bunks made their plaques and then Girls side performed their dances. They put on such a great show. We are so very proud of all the girls. Congratulations to our Sign and Song winners:  Sign: Boys Bunk H & Boys Bunk O. Girls Bunk G and Girls O. A big victory to the Girls Song Winners: Girls Bunk I and Girls Bunk W. Way to go!

A great day at Chen-A-Wanda!

Chenny Out

We had another great day today. There was a slight chill in the air but it was perfect day for all our activities. Kids were out and about and loving it.

There were smiling campers because today everyone had Hobby. We are glad to report that 98% of our campers got their first choice for Hobby. To say that we had happy campers would be an understatement.

Wayne County games are underway and we are so proud of our Senior girls who won their 1^st softball game vs. Tioga with a final score of 22-8. There is nothing like hearing that horn honking as the team drives up Camp Rd. with a bus full of players who played hard and won. We are so proud of them. Go Girls!!

Tonight’s evening activity was Wacky and Wild. We had Powerhouse Studio doing a Wacky & Wild Game show. The campers competed throwing rubber chicken into big bins, hopped in hibbity hops and got pied in the face. For a select few, it was off to the Booger Blaster. It was wild, it was wacky and it was so much fun!!

And the best news yet,  we get to do this all over again tomorrow!!

Chenny out.