As a parent now in my tenth year of sending both of my children to Camp Gravatt, there is something that continues to amaze me every single summer. How can one simple place — without technology, without air conditioning, and yes, even with its share of mosquitoes —...

Years ago during a summer camp staff training of days gone by, my then colleagues, who became lifelong friends, stood on chairs and yelled, "TRADITION." They were poking fun at me. They began to call me "Tradition" and some would roll their eyes when I spoke up in a...

When I was on summer staff at Camp Gravatt in the 90s, I had no idea the work that really went on behind the scenes to keep things running.  Being a positive role model, creating memorable experiences, and keeping campers Numero Uno (while also having a blast) was my...