We’re in it to Win it

The weather could not have been more perfect—clear, crisp, and made for games and competition. From the moment the day began, campers were decked out head to toe in their Red and Gold, faces painted, spirits high, and ready for Day 2 of Color War. The schedule was packed: games, psych speeches, team meetings, and song practice. The competition was fierce yet friendly—spirited and full of heart. This is what Color War is all about. We play fair, we play hard, and above all, we support one another. You can see the desire to win written across our campers’ faces, but right alongside it is a deep respect for the game and for each other.

Tonight’s evening activity was Counselor Games, and watching our staff compete with such passion on the fields and courts reminded us that the Color War spirit lives in everyone here—not just the campers. The energy was incredible, and with only a 37-point difference between teams, every single match is making an impact. The splits are spot-on, the games are intense, and there isn’t a person on camp who isn’t giving it everything they’ve got.

All day long, everywhere you looked, there were moments that showed exactly why this tradition means so much. From the junior boys’ game-winning soccer goal to the freshman girls’ nail-biting tie-breaker in Steal the Bacon—every play, every win, every effort mattered. It’s a privilege to watch these kids rise to the occasion and do incredible things before our eyes.

Tomorrow brings Day 3, and we’ve still got so much ahead of us. Tonight, though? The kids are sleeping well—tired, proud, and ready to do it all again.