Today was the beginning of my second trip to the Adirondacks. The camp looks much different when it isn't buried in snow and ice. We made a tour of the buildings of the camp and listened to some of the history of those who built the camp. The designs of the buildings are impressive to me, even seeing them for a second time. It is amazing what was accomplished during a time that lacked many of the modern tools we use today. I'm really looking forward to the museum visits planned later in the week. I hope they will have some displays that show what kind of tools were used in the construction of these camps. The buildings in Camp Huntington are really a testament to the ingenuity of builders from that era.
I'm happy to be back in the Adirondacks, and happy to have the chance to see everything in a different season. I feel such a peace when I am out in nature and away from all the hustle and bustle of regular life. It makes me think of the video clip we watched in preparation for the course that talked about the benefits of getting children out into nature (Stress reduction, increased creativity, etc.) I enjoyed my first visit to the Adirondacks last February and am anticipating making more great memories!
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