Summer Camp: Inclusion Program vs. Inclusive Programming
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1y ago
One of our six Core Values is that we are Inclusive. Many people associate this value with the way we support people who have a diagnosis such as Down Syndrome or Autism. A common view is that somehow these individuals are separate from the typical programming thus seeing our inclusivity as a program rather than a holistic approach to providing programming for people of all abiliites. Our approach is definitely the latter.  We have created an experience where everyone participates together and not an “inclusion program.” If you were to visit camp on a typical summer day (I use the word t ..read more
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The Comfort of Mary
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2y ago
On the eve of Mother Daughter Day at CYO Camp, I find myself filled with wonder at Mary’s role in the Catholic faith. Mothers in all cultures represent and embody the caregiver. As a little girl in church, I was always drawn to Mary and the idea that she was the perfect mom, perfect caregiver. How glorious, I thought, to have the perfect mom. Not because I saw my mom lacking in any way, but more that perfection could exist and if anyone was perfect it would be Mary. As an adult I understand her role more deeply and acknowledge that I am still learning and finding my way on my own faith journey ..read more
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Why We Love Pollinators
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2y ago
Several years ago, we became aware of the Pine Bark Beetle. Much to our dismay these little guys can take down a grove of trees in no time. We were told that the only way to get rid of them was to get rid of the trees. Getting rid of trees at camp is a difficult thing. We love the trees! As it turned out, the trees in question were pine trees (Red Rosa) that were planted sometime in the 1960’s. These trees were destined to become Christmas trees. We aren’t quite sure how that worked out back then, but today we know the pines are not native to Indiana, and they were dying. Non-native trees can ..read more
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I WAS HERE
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3y ago
, On a recent Sunday afternoon, I had the opportunity to hang out with some girls to do a little crafting. We discovered tie dye, clay, and lanyard keychains. We also did a little writing. We centered ourselves at the craft building which we lovingly refer to as Handicrafts, aka. Handies. Not just the building though. We also have Handies Hill and Handies Trail. It’s been this way since I was a camper. Handie’s itself is sits atop the hill, open air, only half-walks with picnic tables, cement floors, cabinets, and a sink. In my experience, some of the most love filled crafts have been made her ..read more
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CYO Camp is Safe!
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3y ago
Just the other day I overheard someone say, “We are in for another COVID-19 summer.” I was caught off guard and most of me wanted to disagree. “We are moving forward”, a strong voice in me proclaimed,“we are planning camp, hiring staff, buying supplies. We are back in business”.  Another voice nervously replied, said “yes, but things will be different than they were before 2020, before COVID-19.” Of course I know this, but sometimes my heart forgets and dreams of summer camp as it was and as it has always been. I am likely not alone. It is true that some things have been lost, but we a ..read more
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A Lenten Reflection
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3y ago
​Lent is a time of preparation, reflection, reconciliation, and penance. Sounds super fun right? Well… maybe fun is not exactly the word that springs to mind when you think of Lent.  By definition, Lent is not designed to be a “fun” or necessarily “enjoyable” time in the church. As we see, even the celebratory exclamations of “Alleluia” are removed from our services.  We are called to deepen our spiritual life through the practices of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. It is designed to be a time where we call to mind our short comings, and failings, then seek to make atonement in the ..read more
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Let's Get Back Outside
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3y ago
In 1978, I was ten years old and I played outside A LOT. From hide and seek in the neighborhood to various types of ball games in the yard, recess at school, creek play, and goofing off in the woods in my grandma’s backyard, to of course CYO Camp. I was outside most of the time. I also watched TV, played pong, Atari, Barbie dolls, board games, and read books inside. When I reminisce about being a kid in the 70’s and 80’s, I fondly remember how it felt being outside and how being outside was just as “normal” as being inside.   The woods were my favorite. Being in the woods and among the tr ..read more
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Confirmation Day of Reflection
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3y ago
Confirmation is truly a once in a lifetime experience that we are invited to receive as members of the Catholic Church.  It is a moment where we are sealed with the Holy Spirit and our souls indelibly marked for Christ.  Many young people prepare for a year or more to make their Confirmation! CYO Camp Rancho Framasa is happy to be a part of that preparation for many young people in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis through our Confirmation Day of Reflection.  This day is a fantastic time for young people to connect to and build their faith in new ways, meet new people, experience ..read more
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Welcome 2021! Let's Make it a Great Year!
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3y ago
​The holidays have passed, and we have rung in a new year. Judging by the posts on my social media, many of us are ecstatic to leave 2020 behind and forge ahead into 2021. Obviously, 2020 was tough year. Perhaps that is an understatement. It certainly took its toll on camp. We missed so much of the typical camp year. I missed working with Program Staff, visiting Ranchfest, and the summer camp kids playing outside my office window the most.  As I have written before, the year at camp was not without blessings. Fundraisers, volunteers, family days, rentals, and committed staff are just a f ..read more
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Oh Christmas Tree!
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3y ago
​          Tiny twinkling lights that shine through hues of red and green, glimmering off gossamer garland that gently flows in and out of branches adorned with glittering ornaments, and shining from the apex a star seeming to call us all home.  Christmas trees seem to bring us so much pleasure and enjoyment during the holiday season.  They fill our homes with a warm glow and decorate our lives with beautiful memories and love.  Isn’t it interesting how our rooms seem to be so full before we place the tree in our midst, and yet when it is removed in a f ..read more
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