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Why Work at Camp?

1/17/2014

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For the next few weeks, we will return from the mail box to open and explore summer staff applications. I will admit it is an exciting time for us. The names in these envelopes will be more then potential staff members; they will bedifference makers in the lives of youth. They will be the people who become a part of the greater Oswegatchie experience, the next generation.

Working at a summer camp is admittedly not for everyone, but if you are thinking about filling out an application, do it! The rewards are great. Working at a camp involves long days, it’s sometimes hot, or wet, and you will be tired. You will encounter problems that you did not think you were prepared for. You will live in close quarters and your best and worst traits will be on stage for all to see. You will collect a paycheck, but it will not be a grand paycheck, and in the end all this will not matter to you.

What you collect while given the opportunity to work at camp is far more valuable then money. You will learn the feeling of having a group of people depend on you. You will learn about you, what you can handle, what you like, and what type of person you want to be. You will form bonds with fellow staff members that you may never have meet if you had not worked at Oswegatchie. You will experience passion for life. You will play and work all day and through the night. You will learn to manage a group, and learn how to convince people of your way of thinking. You will form a bond with the people but also the place. You will carry all these skills with you into the next adventure of your life.

There are summer jobs that are easier or pay more, but there are few jobs that give back so much. When you walk away at the end of the summer, you do so having built a new network of friendships, connections, and confidence. You will have left a positive impression on youth and Oswegatchie will forever be a part of you. 

From the Heart, 
Robin Waite
Assistant Camp Director

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2014 Summer Employment

1/11/2014

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Hello Oswegatchie Enthusiasts;

Oswegatchie is in the startup stage of the 2014 summer camp season. The biggest thing I get done in February is summer camp hiring.

I am looking for responsible individuals who will be at least graduating high school in June. I am will be hiring everything including counselors, dishwashers, food service assistants, firewood workers, and cleaning staff.

There is a significant change in attitude needed to be successful as staff as compared to a camper! You are no longer here for yourself, you are here for the campers. This is a "make or break" point.

Applications can be downloaded at the following link http://www.oswegatchiecamp.com/employment.html , and they are due on February 1st. I can accept late applications, but no promise I will do interviews. Still,  It is better to be late and have a chance then to not be in the system!

Please share this with as many people as you see fit.  We thank you for your help as our best spokespersons for what we accomplish as a community!

http://www.oswegatchiecamp.com/employment.html

Excelsior,
Bill Waite
Summer Camp Director

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    Chance Favors the Prepared Mind!

    This blog is intended to share the important details that only experienced campers know. Everything from cell phones, swimsuits, and horses will be covered! 

    Oswegatchie is a TEEN camp! It takes more maturity and responsibility than younger campers may be ready to assume. Hopefully this blog will help you make sure camp is the right fit for each individual camper. We want everyone to have a great camp experience, but the old adage "Chance Favors the Prepared Mind" is very true. Do your part and make sure Oswegatchie is the right place!

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