Honored to have a talented photography and styling crew spend the last few days at camp seeking light and little moments. Looking forward to sharing their perspective. (In the meantime a little sneak peek…)….@Emilieanneszabo @Callieleichty @Ryanleichty @dearhyssop
REWARD for return!!Our camp mascots went missing two Fridays ago from our office. And to be honest, were pretty sad about it. (They were a little reminder of wisco that I used to keep at work).Little partners in crime who would perch on the window at the office (second photo is where they where last seen) and occasionally on coworkers and friends shoulders) .Im not sure who would want to swipe two little dead furry mascots, but I can tell you that they are sorely missed. So if you are the one who may have mistakenly snatched Chip and Dale, leave them on my desk and nobody will know any better. Or… if you can lead us to them, well reward you – (many reward options to choose from camp stash)
EXTRA! EXTRA!Hot off the press (*gulp*… finally)Wandawega Tales & TrailsOur little camp newspaper, issue No.1.This little labor of love has been In the works since last November. (It takes an embarrassing long time to make little things like this when youre as small as us & cant afford to hire it out or in-house marketing team)FEATURES:> The Camp Culinary Program rollout > The new Camp Excursions programming > the just launched Camp Counselor series > Local road trip attractions spotlights> The grounds attractions roadmap > Center fold poster Camp barflies, 1950We learned that to print actual newspapers the old fashioned way, you have to commit to thousands. so were gonna be these away till were all raisins. They also make great kindling, rabbit house bedding, and TP if youre camping and desperate. (We just hope they get used for some functional purpose)There are people who do things for others out of generosity and goodwill. For us, these are those people:Walworth County Historical Society staff for helping us sort through every Elkhorn Independent newspaper to find ads for business that are still in business- still offering wares to the locals 60+ years later.+ Jon Oye for the illustration . + Brad/Ash for correcting our endless typos We look for excuses to support small local business like us- so when we found a second generation family owned newspaper (in a tiny farming community downstate by hometown) so we where excited to give them our (albeit small) piece of business. The last shot here is Astoria, Illinois where KK Stevens newspaper printers is located. The Owners name is Tom Stevens and he helped us get this thing on press, even though he couldnt been worth his time in dollars- even with us paying full rate- its heartening to know that there are still shops out there who will still take on little jobs for other little businesses.
Charlies first time commandeering the camp snowmobile. The old 70s Yamaha ads wanted you to believe that it was a super-handling high-performance sports car for the snow.” But in reality it sounds like a failing leaf blower thats about to catch on fire, and handles like a vintage go cart..She did pretty good, considering. (Good lessons from her dad). First shot, Sunday stroll with Grandpa and Frankie on frozen Wandawega.
They say Be careful what you wish for.(So as we brace ourselves for the upcoming season, we have to also remember that were the ones that prayed for this to happen someday)As Wandawega approaches its 95th year, the forecast for cultural, creative and charitable events will be the most in our history. Its partially due to the tolerance of past guests (and their forgiveness theyve extended us on yelp). And partly because of the kindness & open-mindedness of those in the press that stuck their necks out for us.So because our biggest fear would be to disappoint folks coming with higher expectations than we can manage- were preparing now & embracing growth in all forms, by: .> Launching the new camp programming series.> Launching our the camp Excursions series.> Launching our CulinaryCamp program in the coming weeks.> Breaking ground on the new camping cluster this spring> Introducing our heritage custom products series (rolling out throughout the season)> Debuting the new Wandawega Tails & Trails newspaper (on press now)Part of camps unlikely success is learning gratitude..Something that helped us do this is a recent read:Harvard Business Review Emotional Intelligence Purpose, Meaning + Passion. It breaks down the 3 basic archetypes of work mindsets:The Job-driven. (Those seeking a paycheck)The Career-driven. (Those seeking power, position, prestige, control)The Purpose-driven. (Those seeking their calling through passion for their work to make positive change for others.) ..To learn which mindset youre in, take their log exercise the results will tell you what occupation you actually have (and if the track youre on is leading you to financial independence, lasting legacy, emotional fulfillment & control of your own destiny). .Maybe you’re lucky & you already have it all figured out. .But If youre like most of the rest of us & didnt know for sure, its a MUST READ.The thing we now know is that we are indebted for this chance to create work that manifests opportunities for other peoples growth (& our own) with passion & purpose. .. YOU DONT FIND YOUR PURPOSE. YOU BUILD IT. . … @onefinedayproductions
.HAPPY BIRTHDAY, to the trench digging, Christmas light hanging, coffee brewing, dog-snuggling, dad joke making, most patient and best human ever.WE LOVE YOU.Charlie +T+Frankface.Zoom in to this photo of that little yellow scrap of paper on our refrigerator door.(That is the note you slipped me 23 or so years ago at the Leap Partnership office when you wanted me to call you for our first date). Bet you didnt know where it would end up all these years later .
NIGHTSKATE, ANYONE?..What the Hell do you do at a summer camp in the dead of winter? This crew answered that question for us: @Lululemon #SNOWDAYSnowshoeingCross Country skiingSleddingIceskatingHockeyCapture the flagMacrame workshopFarm to table chef dinnerPuzzles by the firephotos: @jessevisual
CALLING ALL FOODIES:Its (finally) happening! Weve been working all winter on our new Provisions Program to launch this spring season.Anybody whos been here will warn you that we dont have an in-house chef. Nobody has, or ever will deliver a cheese flight with wine pairings to you in your tent. But weve secretly always wanted to have a way to offer our favorite local foods to guests. So weve designed something a little more our speed:.Our new Camp Culinary partnership, curated crated and delivered to your cabin. .Weve got a favorite neighbor just up the road that goes by THE ELEGANT FARMER. We always send guests there to get their provisions. They started in 1946 as a family dairy farm, selling their fruits & vegetables…. now known for their Farm Bakery & Kitchen, Deli & Produce,and pick-your-own apples. They are celebrated for their specialties: CiderBaked Ham, Fruit Applesauces & Crisps, full bakery with Fruit Breads, Gourmet Sauces & Blue Ribbon Cheeses.But theyre most famous for their Best Apple Pie in America (says @bobbyflay @wallstreet.journal , Gourmet and The Food Network).They have an inspirational story for many – because they are proof that doing something right can make you an overnight success. (That and 70 consecutiveyears of doing something right). Theyre still open every day year round, because thats what farmers do. We love their humble roots as a grocery store that still stocks all the local award winning specialty food from others makers.Were launching soon with all the details of our program but for now wed like to share some behind the scenes:You shop from our new camp broad-sheet newspaper, place your order for the Wandawega Picnic before you arrive, and your apple crates are delivered for you:Featuring 30 of thebest, regional award winning meats, cheeses, bakery goods and snacks for campers. (A few shots here of some of the local favs that will be included).@elegantfarmerpies #elegantfarmer #TheElegantFarmer #Culinary #culinarycamp #bobbyflay #campcooking #healthyculinarycamp #wandawegaculinaryMore at #wandawegacustoms
GIVEAWAY TIME3 camp treasure chestsTo share our newest product sets (collection of five silkscreened felt flocked patches) were giving away three sets. Boxed up in our camp packaging, and then hitting up the Camp souvenir truck to fill up the boxes with some of our other custom house faves)- Vintage postcard set, hotel soaps, fishhook hat pin, bumper sticker set, water transfer decals, lapel pin, key fob, sticker set, camp bingo, rabbits foot keychain and one surprise. Cause the only thing we like more than making products is giving them away.TO WIN: Like+Comment+Tag a friend to follow camp who you want us to ship one of these to…First photo of the lovely @kindredvintage at our little metro van camp store
City friends looking for taxidermy? Here in wisco, You cant throw a rock in any direction without hitting something stuffed..Every thrift store, barn sale and flea market has at least one trophy (sorry animal lovers we try to only buy mounts that are vintage). We spend a good bit of time with this guy, and in this room in the winter months (curled up with the dog and a pot of coffee + Baileys ).Summer camps in the wintertime have a special place in our hearts. Thank you, @oolretaw for sharing your pics of our fav nooks.
