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5 Camp Inspired Practices for the Summer Solstice
June 21st marks the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. At Mountain Meadow Ranch, we get to experience this day to its fullest. The sun stands at its highest point, and we are out and about playing and soaking it up around camp. If winter is the inhale,...
Nature’s Real New Year: A Spring Reset for the Modern Family
Every January, the world tells us to change. We are bombarded with "New Year, New You" messaging, gym memberships, and rigid resolutions—all while the earth is actually in its deepest sleep. At Mountain Meadow Ranch, we’ve always felt that January is a time for the...
A Winter Solstice Reflection and Invitation
“Sometimes I wish I could photosynthesize so that just by being, just by shimmering at the meadow’s edge … I could be doing the work of the world while standing silent in the sun.” — Robin Wall Kimmerer The winter solstice — the longest night of the year — is more...
A Gentle Pause: 5 Invitations to Re-Center This Holiday Season
The holidays can come rushing in — lights, music, to-do lists, events — and before we know it, we’re swept up in motion. For many parents and families, this season brings as much pressure as joy. But what if we invited a little softness, a little breathing room, a little camp fresh air into our days?
Tips for Helping Your Child Adjust After Summer Camp
The end of a summer camp session is often filled with hugs, laughter, and a few tears. After a session of adventure, connection, and personal growth, it's natural for campers to experience a mix of emotions upon returning home. This phenomenon, often referred to as...
Birthdays at Summer Camp
At Mountain Meadow Ranch, birthdays aren’t just special—they’re legendary! Whether your camper’s big day falls during their time at MMR or not, we believe every birthday should be filled with fun, laughter, and a little camp magic.Here’s how we make MMR birthdays...
Homesickness & Kidsickness: Preparing for The Best Summer Camp Experience
Summer camp is an exciting adventure filled with new experiences, friendships, and personal growth. But for many campers—and their parents—it can also bring a touch of homesickness (for kids) and what we like to call kidsickness (for parents missing their children)....
A Parent’s Guide to Writing Letters to Your Camper
Summer camp is an exciting adventure for your camper, and staying connected through letters is one of the most heartwarming ways to share in their experience. But writing a letter that encourages a response can be tricky! To help, we’ve created the 6 S's of Snail Mail...
How to Choose the Right Summer Camp: 5 Must-Ask Questions for Parents
Choosing a summer camp is an exciting but big decision! With so many options, how do you know which camp is the right fit for your child? Beyond just looking at dates, rates, and activities, it's important to dig deeper into a camp’s philosophy, culture, and approach...
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