Hi Bloggers, I need your help! Our very own Princess is hoping to get a new dog. She’s already found him…in fact, she’s already named him! It’s up to us to convince Shadow to let Princess take Tom-Lee home. How could anyone say no to that face?? Plus, Princess gives so much to Camp Keystone, don’t you think she deserves a little dog to fit in her hottest purse??

Leave comments for Shadow below and help us bring Tom-Lee home!!

Hi Bloggers! I just have a second but definitely wanted to check in about yesterday’s exciting ending to Color Wars! After a fantastic week of spirit, competitions, and fun, the Red Raptors were declared this year’s Color Wars champions with a win 2951 to 2941! A shocked crowd couldn’t believe it came down to just ten points, as the accounting offices of Klein and Swift reported.

What a great week for everyone! Ethan and Jake were honored as “Inspirational Campers of the Week” and both teams joined in the “YMCA” dance to put this year’s Color Wars in the history books!

Next week: Keystone Idol! Hope you’re practicing this weekend. Think I’ll do some singing in the shower. (:

One more thing: We need a name for our readers/bloggers. Any ideas?? Post comments and tell me what you think! (: nar

Honestly…as if it could get any better today?? We arrived with a spectacular treat from our counselors with the decorated pavilion, followed by a spectacular showing by Clover and Rock on Larry’s Log. Top that off with an incredible song challenge (go General Deezy), and today is what camp is made of!

I can’t wait for you all to experience tomorrow’s Field Riot! You haven’t seen anything yet! (: nar

ps. 178 comments for me to look through tonight…I’ll try and post them before I go to sleep!

Wow, it’s almost 10:30 and I just got home from camp! That’s right, for the last four hours your counselors have been decorating our pavilion, Color Wars style! Over fifty counselors showed up tonight to make our camp sparkle with blue and red! Why?? Well, I think it’s safe to say that Keystone has the BEST counselors around! I can’t wait for you all to see it in the morning!

Speaking of the BEST, do we have the best campers or what?? I just turned on my computer and was shocked to read 96 comments on the blog! A very cool Raptor named Jake had so much spirit for his team, he published over 50 comments himself! I think it’s safe to say that Jake wins the award for “Raptor of the Day!”

See you all tomorrow, hurry up and get back to camp! (: nar

Sky and Cooper showing their Blue Bolt pride!

Those of us who witnessed the unbelievable efforts of the Blue Bolts today couldn’t help but notice how successful their campers were this morning at the toothpaste challenge. I chatted with team member Cooper today (picture to come) and found out his secrets for success.

Nar: What did you think of the toothpaste challenge today Cooper?

Cooper: I thought it was easy! My team stole the 25 points away!

Nar: You must have a lot of experience with toothpaste Cooper.

Cooper: Nah, I hardly ever brush my teeth. I hate doing it!

Nar: <Gasp> Really Cooper, how often is “hardly ever?”

Cooper: Maybe four times a week! Only in the morning of course.

There you have it…while your dentist might not approve of the above conversation, whatever they’re doing I wouldn’t change! Go Blue Bolts!! (: nar

The Blue Bolts and the Red Raptors entered the pavilion with a swarm of energy, spirit, and good nature this morning as the Blue Bolts jumped ahead to a one day lead of 390 to 275. General Sky of the Bolts summarizes the day as “showing how strong our team is” while General Avalanche describes the Raptors as “off to a good start, getting our wheels going!” One thing for sure, Color Wars is off to a great start! Check back this week for lots of fun news and recaps!

Remember campers, leave a comment on the blog and get a five point bonus for your team. Be sure to include your name and color!

Have you voted on the Color Wars poll?? I can’t wait to see who becomes our “canvases” on Wednesday! (: nar

Fifteen cases, two contestants, and the possibility of winning a Toys R Us gift card for $1000 greeted campers arriving at camp this morning, and the action just got more exciting. Opening’s “Cupid Shuffle” had us all cracking up – did you see Polo “Walking it to himself”? As campers danced, Princess picked out the best “shuffler” to be our first contestant, and Izzy crossed her fingers all morning as she awaited her turn to crack the cases.

After dining on BBQ beef (and amazing potato salad), we were ready for our first contestant. Izzy confidently chose case #3, and after picking the first five cases was given a generous offer from the banker. “NO DEAL” the audience shouted, and Izzy couldn’t wait to respond to the offer. After more cases and a couple more phone calls from the banker (and one from MY mom), we were disappointed to find out that Izzy didn’t have the grand prize. Our first contestant walked away with three Pixy Stix and a big smile on her face! We added $500 to the grand prize and the audience gasped with expectation!

The afternoon session started with a raffle to determine the contestant, and Elliot raced to the stage to take the challenge. Elliot was a serious competitor and his strategy was to listen to the crowd’s wishes. Unfortunately for Elliot, luck wasn’t in his cards and he won “All you can eat leftover lunch!” Well, I did say the potato salad was good!

Tomorrow – Keystone’s Got Talent! Bring any equipment you need to show us your best! If the action is anything like today, we’re in for quite a competition! (: nar

With all that goes on during our days, what a great place this is to catch up on all the news and events at Camp Keystone! Welcome to all campers, parents, families, and friends! We’ll be posting all kinds of content and media to make your connection with the Keystone family even stronger, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often. We’ll be able to relive the very best moments of camp and show everyone why Camp Keystone is the best camp in southern California!! (: nar