B.O.O.T Camp

I realize I haven't posted much about girls camp even though it is an almost all consuming part of my life right now. I think it's because I was called only three months ago and have only two months left to go before the big week so I've hardly been able to breathe. Last night, however, was such a treat. I was able to do the camp kick off for a ward who was not able to attend the original date. Since we had an hour I had fun planning a little activity before going over the packet. I brought in my dutch oven and six different items to make a trail mix. Each item had a title taped on it;

m&ms = dress code
peanut butter chips = electronics code
honey rosted peanuts = scriptures and prayer
craisens = certification
raisns = code of conduct
peanuts = positive participation


I explained that just like camp, each of these items can be delicious or enjoyable on their own but when you combine them all together it makes something much better. The girls can choose to follow all of the guidelines at camp and have a wonderful experience or they can pick and choose which ones they will do and will only have moments of enjoyment.

I had girls take turns pouring the trail mix ingredients into the dutch oven as I spoke about each one and gave a general understanding of what it meant. When all items were added we mixed it up and everyone got a cup to snack on while we went over the details of the packet.

I loved our activity and the girls were so much fun to get to know. There are so many different personalities to work with and it is going to be wonderful getting to know each of these girls better while we are hot and sweaty at camp.