To Parents
MISHE MOKWA enters its twenty-fifth season
as a camp for the sons of those discriminating parents
who appreciate the advantages of a camp directed by a
college graduate whose life, for the last thirty years,
has been devoted to the education, character building
and physical development of boys ... a camp filled with
a tradition and spirit which bring out the finer things
in character ... a camp that has always been noted for
the excellence of its counsellors and the fine type of
its boys.
Picturesque Treasure Island, set in the
clear waters of Winnipesaukee, with mountain views in
every direction, is hailed by parents and visitors as
the best camp location they have ever seen. The seclusion
of the island, apart from the world without, creates an
unusually close bond between counsellors and boys. with
a feeling of possession and "home."
The camp life is happy, spontaneous and
carefree; there are certain responsibilities. but no fixed
program.
Once a week, at least, each boy leaves the
island on one of the many small group camping trips, lasting
from one to several days.
Sailing in 18-foot Cape God Baby Knock-abouts
attracts many boys who are eager to learn sailing. Woodcraft,
canoeing, fishing, tennis, tumbling, archery, shop work,
baseball...each has its devotees.
Expert instruction is given in all activities
with emphasis on learning correct fundamentals rather
than indulging in too much strenuous competition. Browned
by the summer sun, the boys go home with a real gain in
weight and well rested...not tired out by having attempted
too much.
Sleeping cabins, of our own design, are
dry and airy. Six to eight boys and two counsellors occupy
a cabin. We use sheets as well as blankets. Everyone takes
a full hour of complete relaxation each day after the
noon meal.
Food is of the best with plenty of pasteurized
milk and fresh farm vegetables. We have our own ice house
and cold storage room. Ralph, the chef, has been with
us so long that he has become an institution. Parents,
as well as boys, look forward to his meals.
With health, sanitation, and cleanliness
of utmost importance it is noteworthy that there is a
resident physician and completely equipped infirmary.
Drinking water is from a 100-foot artesian well driven
into solid rock. Further . . . running water system, flush
toilets, and septic tank.
The necessity of always having in mind the
Safety of each boy is deeply imprinted on the minds of
all counsellors. Certain procedures having to do with
boats, canoes, and swimming have been in force for so
many years at Mishe Mokwa that they have become traditional
and safeguard the boys at all times. Mishe Mokwa has a
record of 24 years, without an accident.
If, after reading this brief sketch, you
are interested to know more of Mishe Mokwa, and to see
photographs and moving pictures of the camp life, kindly
communicate with the Director and arrange for an interview.
Mishe Mokwa is under the personal direction
of
L. Theodore Wallis, A.B.
Dartmouth College, 1905
CAMP OPENS JUNE 30
CLOSES AUGUST 30