Activities and Traditions

Activities that Build Confidence and Joy

Each day at Tapawingo, campers choose from a variety of exciting activities offered throughout the week. Led by trained counselors, each activity is designed to build confidence, develop new skills, and encourage teamwork.

Campers are invited to set goals and work toward earning badges in each area, celebrating their progress and perseverance along the way.

Campers learn focus and precision under the guidance of experienced staff.
Campers use their creativity as they choose from a wide array of art projects that they can work on throughout the week.
Girls experience thrilling rides across the lake—perfect for water-lovers looking to laugh and bond in the sun.
Campers delve into Scripture through engaging small-group discussions and personal reflection.
Girls master practical outdoor skills—from fire-building to knot-tying—while appreciating God’s creation.
Campers glide across Lake Pleasant, learning strokes and techniques while exploring nature and developing teamwork.
Girls discover the joy of storytelling and performance through skits, improvisation, and creative expression.
Casting lines into the lake, campers learn patience and soaking in quiet moments with God’s creation.
Girls energize their body and soul through team games, running, and exercises that promote health, camaraderie, and perseverance.
Through exploring beautiful trails in the Adirondacks, cabins grow together in confidence as girls have the opportunity to challenge themselves alongside encouraging friends and staff.
Campers grow in skill at the indoor climbing wall, gaining confidence, strength, and a deeper sense of trust—in themselves and in God.
While harnessing the wind and learn boat-handling basics and cruising across the lake, campers experience the mix of and hands-on learning.
Campers cool off and build strength and endurance, whether it's racing, splashing, or practicing strokes.
Girls grow in agility and coordination with fun matches or drills, emphasizing sport, friendship, and healthy competition.
Whether girls are a pro or trying it for the first time, our staff will coach campers in skiing with confidence—and having a blast on the water.
Campers track, observe, and learn about local plants and animals, cultivating wonder, stewardship, and spiritual reflection.

Beloved Weekly Traditions

Alongside daily activities, each week includes special Tapawingo traditions that make camp life unique. These moments create lasting memories and deep connections. Campers look forward to these experiences year after year.

As the sun sets over the water, campers gather each Sunday on a special corner of the island to worship and listen to the hope of the Gospel.
Each cabin enjoys a night camping under the stars—either on the island or during an off-site trip in the Adirondack Mountains that includes hiking and outdoor cooking.
On Wednesday nights, the whole camp gathers to sing favorite camp songs and timeless hymns. Each camper also meets one-on-one with one of her counselors for encouragement, prayer, and support.
At the end of the week, campers can choose to swim around the island, run 10 miles around the lake, or simply relax and enjoy time with friends.
To celebrate the week, campers enjoy a special banquet dinner served by staff, followed by an award ceremony where each girl is uniquely recognized.

Is Traditional Camp Right for Your Loved One?

If she’s ready for a week of fun, faith, and friendships, Tapawingo’s Island Camp Program is the perfect place to begin.

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