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 Great Camp Feb 17, 2010
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| Deep Woods was established in the 1970’s and has just
recently finished its 40th year. Through its years it has housed
three generations of my family, so I’ve been hearing stories
about Deep Woods my entire life. My initial introduction came
from my two uncles; both were campers and enjoyed it so
much that they became counselors as well. Their stories were
so impressive that my grandmother joined Deep Woods as a
cook, and spent 14 years with the camp.
I came into camp at the age of 14 with some familiarity of the
outdoors. But those adventures were nothing compared to
what Deep Woods has to offer. Everyday was a new
experience, a new challenge, and an unbelievable time. Camp
activities include hiking in the Pisgah National Forest, rafting on
the Nantahala and Pigeon rivers, white water canoeing down
the Tuckasegee, tubing the Green river, climbing on local rock
faces (including Ranger rock, Looking Glass, Rumbling Bald, and
Cedar rock), mountain biking in DuPont State Forest (a location
known nationally for its biking trails), and exploring cave
systems found locally and in Tennessee. In a single session
the camp also provides at least four backpacking trips, with one
trip exploring Bear Lake and its surrounding rivers. The final
backpacking trip is a week along the Appalachian Trail. This is a
tradition of Deep Woods and it provides the capstone event.
As you can tell by the description, Deep Woods activities are
fast moving. There are no “in camp days”. A slow day at Deep
Woods could be tubing down a river or sliding down a couple of
waterfalls. This is the appeal of the camp and why campers
return. When we are at camp (which is before and after the
day’s activity) we stay entertained with our private lake, the
zip line, rope swing, table tennis, board games, and the daily
night game.
I have been attending Deep Woods for 10 years, four as a
camper and six as a counselor. My two cousins have attended,
and my younger brother will be returning this summer for his
second year.
The many challenges and opportunities offered at Deep Woods
instill in a teenager confidence and self-esteem. They create a
passion for the outdoors and the skills needed to confront a
situation boldly and courageously. It provided me guidance
through my teenage years and instilled a desire to explore
nature. The many experiences I had at camp have become a
key aspect of who I am today. |
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