Loteria From Mexico
Lotería is a game of chance, similar to bingo. Watch the video instructions from Xani and Deby, read the rules below, and download the PDFs to play the camp version. TO SET UP THE GAME First select one person to … Read More
Hokey Pokey From New Zealand
Hey everyone here is a treat from New Zealand known as Hokey Pokey. It only requires 4 ingredients and y’all sure enjoyed it last year at the international festival. Its super easy to make and really fun.Top tip: You can … Read More
Crisp Sandwich From Ireland
In Ireland we’ve a few unique dishes that are Great but none more so than the staple of lunch or a snack of generations of Irish kids and adults since 195 in Ireland, they are Irish cuisine that is simple … Read More
Molotes de plátano Macho From Mexico
INGREDIENTS 3-4 ripe plantainsCheese (fresh, manchego…)Pinch of saltOil DIRECTIONS1. Put some water to boil and add some salt.2. Cut the plantain in medium pieces and add them to the boiling water with its rind.3. Once the plantains are cooked drain … Read More
Honey Joys From Australia
In Australia, we don’t have many traditional or unique recipes, but honey joys are a kids party staple. They are sweet, crunchy, and really easy to make. I made these with my campers in 2016 and they were a hit. … Read More
Announcements
Spend some time under the apple trees, and find out more about this summer’s upcoming programs. Kent and the counselors have created some fun announcements to get you ready for the day and for our summer of camping from afar.
Homestead Snackin’ Week 1: Snickerdoodles
Homestead snacks are a treasured tradition at Camp. After all, is there anything more satisfying after a hike and a dip at the swimhole than a tasty homestead snack? Although we aren’t filling up the homestead snack bucket this year, … Read More
A Message to Campers from our 2020 Summer Staff
A few of our 2020 summer staff created video messages saying hello to all the Bar 717 campers. Watch the video here:
On Equality and Justice
By Gretchen Collard, Bar 717 Camp Director We stand with Black people within our community, across our country, and around the world against systemic racism. Black Lives Matter. The current outcry against injustices in our country highlights how much work … Read More
Kent’s Summer Introduction
Check out the video for a message from Kent about summer 2020 and a guest appearance from Lyla the camp dog.