Things I Know Because of CRL
My school takes a class trip every year. Last year, in 6th grade, we went to Charleston, South Carolina. Some kids were nervous because...
May 25, 2018
In Awe of Nature Around Us at CRL
For the past two summers Camp Riva-Lake has explored inspiring the strong bonds of sisterhood and strength in our girls as our theme....
Apr 17, 2018
My Journey Back To Camp
My family asked me what I wanted for my 4oth birthday, and I said, “All I want is to go to camp”. And so began my journey back to CRL. ...
Feb 26, 2018
Camps Have New Year's Resolutions Too!
It’s a new year, and I think all of us try to see ways in which we can improve ourselves. Just as we do as individuals, businesses also...
Jan 12, 2018
On the Road Again
Recruitment season….the next best thing to greeting everyone at camp on opening day! What a difference 2 years make! Two years ago I...
Oct 27, 2017
Welcome to Riva-Lake
“Welcome to Riva Lake We’re glad you’re here! We have a great big handshake And a rousing cheer for you So join in our happy song ...
May 24, 2017
Let them be kids!
A simple family exercise this weekend has sent me to the computer to write about it. Perhaps you will be able to relate…. For years we...
Apr 28, 2017
10 Things Every Camper Should Know Before Heading to Camp
Hi All! It’s Madeleine Mears. I can’t wait to come back to CRL for summer 2017 as head counselor along with Sam. This whole school year...
Apr 17, 2017
Reflections on a Decade of Camp Riva-Lake
Reflections on a Decade of Camp Riva-Lake This summer will be my 10th year at my home in the hills of Tennessee. Half my life has been...
Mar 31, 2017
Lessons from Camp
They say we learn something new every day. The older we get the more important it is to continue filling our brains with new information....
Mar 4, 2017
