1. Let go. Literally.
Rope burn is painful.
2. Tie-dye will never go out of style.
Once you go rainbow swirl, you never go back.
3. S'mores are a golden gift from the gods.
"Does anyone have a wire hanger?! I said: Does ANYONE HAVE A WIRE HANGER?!"
4. Always be aware of your surroundings.
Save yourself from a concussion and/or hospital visit.
5. Trust no one.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, everyone tells you they can keep a secret, but odds are, if you dish some dirt, the ENTIRE camp will find out the next day.
6. Dive in when the water is cold.
Because you MUST pass the deep water test!!
7. Girls mature faster than boys.
Five-year mental age gap forever and always.
8. Nothing is more valuable than independence.
Whether it's taking a shower or a dip in the pool, you get to choose. But honestly, who needs to shower when you have pool water!?
9. Love hurts.
Especially when you spot your crush making out with another camper at the basketball court dance.
10. All rules are out the window when it comes to color war.
Your allegiance is to your team, and NO ONE ELSE!
11. Creativity goes a long way.
Mostly for sneaking snacks into your bunk.
12. Knowing how to navigate through the woods will save you from a panic attack.
"North, south, east, west, WHAT DO YOU EVEN MEAN?!"
13. Your friendship bracelets might fall off in the water, but the friendships never fade.
No, but seriously. Camp friends are forever friends.
14. Leaving is the hardest part.
~ goodbye summer ~
[sheds tears the entire ride home]
