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"Fire destroys Wayne County cabin | 28/22 News" - https://www.pahomepage.com/news/fire-...
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9/18/24 |
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1- lots of activities on a very pretty property, but very few facilities/activities options for when it rains, which happened a lot this summer, leading to bored campers. 2 - camp lost water for 2 days and did not notify parents, 3 - great price point, 4- every camper I spoke to really hated the food, 4- my child really liked the campers and counselors.
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8/19/23 |
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I am a camper that just left camp. Camp Lohikan is so fun! If you are thinking about going here, don't sign up for to many things and bring food, especially ramen. The food is not the best. You get to make so many friends and the activities are fun!
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9/17/22 |
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It is every spring, starting from the year of 2020, I have a serious contention with my son, Aaron. He wants to spend the whole summer from the beginning to the end at the Lohikan summer camp. And I’m begging him to try for, at least one week, any other camp, out of huge variety of camps in this country. And the year after year, I am losing that contention with Aaron.
Recently, we visited our son at the camp on parents visitation day. That is when I have discovered the ultimate reason, why I am losing long term dispute with my son. When we were walking from one event to another, Aaron pointed out to the man, riding the golf cart, saying that is a camp director Mark Buynak. So we struck a conversation with Mark. I told Mark that I am his competitor. He wants Aaron to come to Lohikan, while I want Aaron to go to any other camp for at least just to try
Dear Mark, thank you so much for creating great oasis, and summer retreat for our son.
With lots of appreciation,
Eveli
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6/13/22 |
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I have worked at Camp Lohikan for two years, made many lifelong friends, and helped campers have the best summer possible.
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12/19/21 |
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This is not your father's camp! I remember my summer day camp at the local playground - LOL! This camp has every activity you can imagine from traditional arts & crafts (happily still very popular in the age of smart phones) to trapeze to horseback riding at their own stable. Last year was my daughter's (age 10) first time at a sleep away camp. While nervous beforehand, she loved it and learned how to be independent. I signed her up for the simple cabin group schedule to keep things simple, but she soon learned how to "drop/add" activities like a college kid. She loved learning the camp songs at the evening festivities, and we still occasionally sing "Take me home, Wallerville Rd..." in the car together. She still occasionally stays in contact with kids from her cabin. Great place to let your kid spread their wings for the first time if still a fledgling or to fly higher if older and ready to soar a bit.
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7/21/21 |
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worked at this camp for 2 years and had the most amazing experience of my life. i made so many life long friends and the campers were amazing !!
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2/4/21 |
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Lohikan has been my summer home for 13 years now, and I can't imagine spending a summer anywhere else. Not only has this camp allowed me as staff to grow and learn, but I have had the privilege of watching my own campers go from shy, inhibited Elementary Aged kids, to now have blossomed into brilliant, confident college students who return as staff! The campers are not always the "popular" kids, staff are amazing at bringing light to the quiet kids, finding something for EVERYONE to excell at. With so many activities and such a diverse staff everyone finds their place at camp, and leaves with a renewed spark and love of life. Lohikan is home to so many, for such a good reason. Almost Heaven, Camp Lohikan.
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1/7/21 |
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I started attending Lohikan as a shy 14 year old camper. I was terrified to leave home and was extremely nervous. It is eight years later and I can proudly call Lohikan my home. From attending as a camper, CIT, and counselor Lohikan has shaped me into the person I am today. The staff are amazing, there's an incredible selection of activities, and it is truly the most inviting place for all ages. There really is no age too young or old to start attending!!!!
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1/4/21 |
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I have been a camper, CIT, and counselor at Camp Lohikan and with every passing summer this place has become more and more my home. I have met people who have changed my life for the better and I couldn't be more thankful for my Lohikan family. The friendships and connections I've made at camp are invaluable, and I wouldn't trade my memories and experiences here for anything. Camp Lohikan has taught me who I am and who I want to be, and continues to make me a better counselor, teacher, and person every summer. This place is so much more than summer camp, it's a family for life.
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2/24/20 |
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I've gone to this camp since I was a kid and am now staff here and I have enjoyed it so much on both ends with learning new things and meeting some of my closest and best friends. This camp provides an experience that I would highly recommend anyone to have and it gives you a chance to get away from everyday life and live in the moment.
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7/23/19 |
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Camp Lohikan is a wonderful place to spend the summer! I have worked at camp for eight years and seen lifelong friendships develop in this little home away from home in the Poconos. There are a wide variety of activities to choose from and with the flexible scheduling, kids literally have the opportunity to choose something new every day. Once you spend a summer at Lohikan, you become part of the camp family!
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5/16/19 |
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I would highly recommend Camp Lohikan! There are so many daily activities for the campers to choose from. The staff is amazing and is very helpful with homesick kids.
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4/9/19 |
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This Summer will be my daughters 3rd at Camp Lohikan and she is counting down the days! She has made so many friends from all over the country! She loves the variety of activities and developing her independence. I love this camp and the confidence it has given to my daughter!
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3/23/19 |
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Sent all three of my kids last summer (ages 13, 11, 8) for a range of 2-4 weeks. Great experience for all. Daughter loved the social aspect, and my boys the activities, especially circus and lake.
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7/19/18 |
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I think this camp has truly changed my daughters and sons life. They come home each year with a thousand funny stories to tell. They Re always waiting to go back. They give lots of attention to anyone who is hurt or sick. There was a girl who fainted in my daughters cabin, and they brought her to the hospital. She was recommended to go home from the camp to her parents, but she begged to stay. A day passed by and she was fine. The next day she fainted again. She was brought to the hospital, and BEGGED to go back, because she was having so much fun. She went back, and she was fine. She was even given extra time to get out of bed in the morning by the camp to get up because she fainted in the morning. My sons cabin was filled with people he knew from our neighborhood, but his whole cabin was included in card games and other activities. Yes, I will not deny that there are some cliques and groups that are closer, but the groups always include other people. I would rate this camp a 10/10!!!
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11/5/17 |
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FANTASTIC camp for the $!! Every activity you can imagine and then some more.. Summer 2017 my kids (9 B 10 g) went for the one week mini camp. It was a great way to get their feet wet. When we picked them up at the end of camp both were upset camp was over and decided right away 2018 camp was going to be two weeks. (I would recommend more time to anyone who a. needs it b. can afford it. We also have shore house so for my family 2 weeks is the max that I am allowing the kids to go. I think they would both go for the summer if allowed. We LOVED the no electronics policy (our son would spend hours and hours on a screen if allowed to). I would of like to have been able to communicate via e-mail easier with them... It appears easy but according to the kids they had to give up a 'period' in order to use the computers. Mine wanted that period doing all the amazing things at camp.. never mind typing to mom and dad lol. We loved Lohikan and will be there for many many years to come..
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10/25/17 |
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I sent both of my daughters (9 and 11) to camp for the first time last summer and Lohikan was a brilliant choice for so many reasons. Having the flexibility of starting them out for 2 weekswas terrific. The girls were placed in bunks with mostly new girls who were also attending camp for the first time. The girls bonded immediately. They got to choose daily activities that they were excited about, as opposed to adhering to a predetermined schedule. There are SO many activities-from lake time to archery and even circus and spy camp! The girls loved their camp friends and adored their connections with their counselors. They report that evening activities were something that was revered and that they looked forward to every day. This summer, they will go back for 4 weeks--and my little one is sad that we aren't able to send her for 8. Other nice personal touches include the head counselor calling me after the first few days to check in on the girls' status and terrific infirmary care.
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9/27/17 |
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My 12-year-old daughter just finished her second year at Camp Lohikan and can't wait to go again. What makes Lohikan different from other camps is that the entire program is very flexible. Campers from the age of about 11 and up and choose their activities every day (of which there are a ton), and there are many different sessions to choose from. You can attend camp for two weeks, four weeks, 6 weeks, or 8 weeks. There is even a one-week mini camp at the end of the summer. My daughter loved the camp, the kids and the staff. Lohikan is indeed a special place.
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9/26/17 |
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Third summer at camp and my son loves it! Counselors are attentive and friendly. So many exciting activities!!! Highly recommend Lohikan!
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9/11/17 |
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My daughter has attended this camp for two years and it was been a wonderful experience. Once a child is going into fifth grade, he/she gets the option of making his/her own schedule that changes every day. This has allowed my child to really cater the activities to what she wants. She has made great friends and has always loved her counselors. The circus program in particular is wonderful and allows the kids to do activities that most would not be able to do at home. The food is not amazing, but provides options and my daughter does not mind it. I truly felt that my daughter was well taken care of while at camp and had an amazing summer.
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9/3/17 |
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This summer camp is great, This will be my daughters fifth year. So many activities for all types of kids. Great value for $$$!!
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8/31/17 |
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This camp is definitely rustic, with many outdoor activities. The activity selection is vast and my son went thinking he was going to do one set of activities, but did all different ones. He loved archery, skateboarding, woodworking and geocaching. The lakefront was his favorite. He had some amazing counselors who encouraged him to try new things. The camp returned phone calls promptly when needed. Was a great fit for us!
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8/8/17 |
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My 8 year old son had the best 2 weeks (he claims of his entire life) at Camp Lohikan. I like that Lohikan knows what kids at that age need. They put him in a bunk with 6 or so kids and they went to all meals and activities together with other 8 year olds. The 3 counselors were great. Our top priority was building independence and strong social bonds and Lohikan definitely supported that. He played tennis 3x a week, went rock climbing/ziplining, fishing, swimming every day at the pool or lakefront (which has a great big slide and trampoline). He loved hammering together a box in woodworking. He learned how to play gaga and even traveled to another camp to play their gaga "team." One night they voted to sleep outside and had roasted marshmallows on the camp fire. We also took advantage of the very inexpensive private lessons (he did basketball). He is begging to go back for 6 weeks next year. I highly recommend this camp! As the kids get older, they can choose their activities.
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3/11/17 |
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My 11 y.o. son was a first-time camper last year for two weeks. As expected, he was homesick, but the staff did everything they could to help him. Even the owner of the camp took him on a golf cart ride to cheer him up. The kids in his bunk were very nice and the counselors attentive. I love the fact that my son was able to email me regularly. One concern we had was that my son was taken to the nearest urgent care after developing a fever and the doctor misdiagnosed him. I hope they use a different urgent care facility in the future.
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9/25/16 |
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I was the tennis director at Camp lohikan for the summer of 2016.The campers were great kids.The tennis staff was terrible.I had one tennis coach that worked. The rest were lazy and very cliquish. They were extremely immature.Overall the camp was great. However the food was some what less than acceptable. The administration for the most part will complete idiots. I should say the owner and his son's are great people but they can't do everything by themselves. Some of the other senior staff were clowns I would not teach tennis there or be the tennis director there again for all the money in the world. If you're looking to work somewhere for the summer and you're lazy you'll fit right in...
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9/21/16 |
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During the last 5 summers, we have sent a son to Camp Lohikan. One attended for two weeks for 3 years and one has attended the mini camp the last 2 years. Each enjoyed trying new activities, making (and seeing) friends, and having a little independence. Additionally, as a parent, I appreciate the fact that my sons were able to email me to let me know how things were going. Also, the Lohikan posts pictures every day - and the smiles on their faces says it all. We will continue to be a Lohikan family because the experience has brought such joy to each of my children. Finally, if or when an random issue may arise (needing more money, cabin selection), the staff quickly handles the matter.
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7/31/16 |
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My 10 yr old daughter attended for the second year. Last year after 2 weeks she asked to stay for 2 more, this year she stayed for 4 and asked to stay 2 more. They have a huge number of activities and for my timid, shy non-sporty kid, she just loved it. She spent a huge amount of time with the horses in an excellent facility. She tried so many new activities. I'm writing this review because the kids who attend come from everywhere, as do the counselors and they bring such love, support and kindness for each other. The attitude is so empowering and positive. For a kid who struggles with friendships, she made so many wonderful friendships. The staff is exceptional, the director in charge of her cabin called us out of the blue after a week just to say that she was doing great and having fun. She had such a great time. I had to write this review What a great place.
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7/29/15 |
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My son has attended Camp Lohikan for 3 years. It's always harder on us parents but when your tween comes home after being gone a month and says that he can't wait to go back...isn't that what we all want to hear? The cabin counselors that my son had were attentive to him and his needs but were concerned about meeting our expectations as well. And such well-mannered young men!! The activities range from non-physical (he did radio broadcasting this year) to very physical so there is something for everyone. So many activities to pack into one summer, he had opportunities to try new things and never get bored. I know he's safe when he's there and I love that I get to "see" what's happening during the summer via pictures posted. Camp Lohikan is like family to us and I'm so happy my son always has a great camp experience away from computers, iphones, and video games. Many thanks to the Bunyak family, Ian, and the rest of the staff for everything you do for these kids.
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3/11/15 |
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My soon to be 11 year old son has been going to lohikan for two summers and cannot wait to go back again this summer. I do not think a day goes by all winter without him mentioning camp lohikan. He loves it there - it is like a second home to him! His counselor this past year Sam, was attentive, caring, honest and just an all around great guy who you would want watching your child all summer. The facility is huge with a wide variety of activities to keep the kids busy and engaged throughout the summer. The camp director Mark is engaged with the kids and will take time to speak with parents if the have any concerns or questions. I wholeheartedly recommend camp lohikan - we looked at a bunch of camps a few years ago and are so glad we chose this one!
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11/21/14 |
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Camp Lohikan is the BEST camp in the poconos. I sent my two oldest sons this summer and it was an experience of a lifetime. From the administration to the staff we were given the royal treatment just like every other camper. My boys are 11 and 8 and had the time of their lives. My 11 year old was in the intermediates and loved the ability to choose what he wanted to do every day. He got high quality instruction in his favorite sports including personalized workout sessions to keep him in shape for the competitive sports he plays during the year. My 8 year old loved his cabin mates and his counselors. The junior program is great for younger kids because it gives them structure and helps build social skills with their cabin mates. We have two more boys and we plan on sending them in the next few years. Our boys will be back at Lohikan for years to come. This is by far the best camp in the poconos and we checked out many and Lohikan surpassed them all!!!
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7/6/14 |
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I am 13 and i have been going for the past three years and in a few days will be leaving for my 4th. I found this camp on accident while looking for a electronics camp (being the lazy gamer i am). i found this place and went for a week and i loved it. The activities are fun and you chose what you do for the day instead of the counselors doing it for you. I would like to add that the counselors pay attention to you and your needs. My only downside to this camp is that there are no locks on the stalls in the bathrooms in the cabins but there are some in the cafeteria dance hall and other places around the camp. Over all this is a great place to send your child for the summer coming from a child who will be going again in just a few days!
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6/20/14 |
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My daughter had a different experience than the person below. She found her counselors to be very kind and attentive. It's a fun, lively place and I think most of the kids are happy enough to return each year. My only complaint is that it isn't always so easy to get the activities you want when you want them....unless you're a senior. Overall, the bunkmates were nice, sweet and friendly girls, and they know how to show the campers a good time.
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5/3/14 |
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Lohikan is a terrible and unfriendly environment for campers. My child went there this past summer,and I deeply regret sending her.She got 0 attention, and was bullied. The counselors are all inappropriate and rude. The facilities themselves are great, except this camp is way too built-up and fancy. There are so many activities, it's extremely overwhelming. This is more of a resort than a traditional camp. If you send your child here, I doubt they will have the amazing experience you want for them.I suggest a more environmentally friendly camp, one that is more of a summer camp then a resort.
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4/2/14 |
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My two children have attended Lohikan for four-week sessions the last three summers and have truly enjoyed the experience. Plenty of sports, arts and crafts, off-site trips and other activities, both day and night, until "lights out." They have formed friendships and contacts that they have continued into the school year. Moreover, they have had formative experiences each year with new friends and attentive staff and are excited about another independent summer as they continue their transition to young adults. They declined to even consider another sleep-away camp and look forward to another great Lohikan experience.
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2/13/14 |
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11/1/13 |
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Found this camp by accident (thought it was another camp someone reco'ed)! Called a few times and each time person on the phone professional/responsive/etc. BEST gut decision I have ever made. Large camp so has so many activities and choices etc that we wanted for non sporty boy. BUT....so well run that it has the small, personal, home away from home feeling that we also wanted. My almost 9 year old went...knowing nobody...signed up for 2 weeks, stayed for 4 and going back for 6!
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9/3/13 |
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My 9 year old son went away for the first time to sleep away camp. We paid our deposit, then he said he didn't want to go. Thankfully, Camp Lohikan had a preview day that we could go and check out the camp. 1/2 way through the tour, my son said he was DEFINITELY going to camp this year. Then, came the drop off. Again, my son got a little teary and said he only wanted to stay for 4 nights, not the full 6. I had to do my best to assure him that he would be fine and that he will enjoy himself. Thankfully, one of the other campers came up and they started talking about Minecraft. My son came back from the brink of tears and everything seemed fine. It was time to go and I hugged him and told him I'd see him in a few days. When we picked him up, he was ECSTATIC! He had SUCH a great time. He loved everyone at the camp. The cabin counselors were awesome, the staff was awesome. He liked the directors the best! I am hopeful that he will be a Camp Lohikan kid for life! Awesome camp! Well worth it
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8/18/13 |
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This was my first year hear at Lohikan. I am at second year senior (girl) and I stayed for the second four weeks. I LOVED it. I just got back home today, and I didn't think I would be crying so much! I was a bit homesick on my first night, but the girls in my cabin comforted me. I was really nervous that there would be cliques and such but everyone is very welcoming, but I don't have anything to say for the first half, because I was not any part of that. I'm extremely camp sick right now and I'm definitely coming back for 8 weeks next year. Although I may not know anyone for the first half, I'm sure to make new friends. The ONLY thing I will say, is that I have heard of guys and girls "hooking up" in the woods. But it's a risk to do that (i didn't do anything against the rules!) and not many people do. But it does happen. Overall though... I'm camp sick right now and it has only been a few hours since I have been home from camp.
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6/13/13 |
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I wanted to share how happy we are with Camp Lohikan and with the fact that our daughter loves it so much! My husband and I never thought she would "make it" at camp! Our daughter doesn't have a ton of friends that she sees or spends time with outside of school, and other than relatives, she's never had a sleep-over. The fact that she is going into her third summer at Lohikan is such a fantastic accomplishment, and we truly think it is because of all the amazing activities and the caring staff! The first time camper guarantee is the reason we chose Camp Lohikan and we are so happy we did! This camp has something for everyone's interests and it's a wonderful place to send your children to. We love Camp Lohikan!
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3/12/13 |
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Camp Lohikan is the best thing that has ever happened to me. It's a fantastic camp. This summer will be my third year going and I couldn't be happier. A lot of the people are really nice, and everyone is friendly. People are from a lot of different places, and of different nationalities. All the counselors I met we're really nice, and funny. Yes, there is some sneaking around, I'm not going to lie. Kids sneak around and hook up but that's expected at a lot of camps. The staff enforce rules but some slide, like the phone rule and (for girls) straighters and curling irons. The activities are super fun, especially being in the dance show or play/musical, that's always fun. The random improv classes are extremely fun as well. The cabins seem a bit crowded, but we all love it. The food isn't that great, but hey it's camp food. Camp Lohikan is a great experience and I recommend it to anyone.
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10/11/12 |
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I sent my shy 12 year old to Lohikan for 2 weeks - (her idea!). Naturally, I was nervous but she came away having had the best two weeks of her life! Everything about it, she loved! Her cabin, her counselors, the activities.... It was a summer to remember! Many tears were shed on departure day (including me, as I was so moved by the friendships she had formed in two short weeks!). And a reunion is planned for the friends to get together this winter. Next year, she's signed up for four weeks! Can't say enough about it. It was awesome!
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8/6/12 |
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This is the 5th year I am sending my kids and they love it. It is great for 1st time campers. My kids have really learned a lot from the camp: from how to be independent to activities that they would not normally have the opportunity to learn, such as sailing, ATV, and horseback riding. Sometimes cabins seemed cramped, but they really don't mind. They love the sense of community and independence it gives them. The staff have ALWAYS gone out of their way to make sure parents feel connected. They are receptive to phone calls and are immediately responsive to any issues or problems. Plus, there is an MD on staff--other camps have nurses. I would recommend this camp without hesitation.
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7/21/12 |
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This was my first year at Lohikan. I was a 2nd year senior. I was there for 2 weeks. My first week was miserable and all i wanted to do was go home. The activities were boring, some of the staff were lazy and cursed a lot. my cell phone got confiscated even though i was using it to tell my mom i wasn't having fun. However i gave it a lot of thought and decided to stay, and i'm glad i did. The last week was awesome and i wish the 1st week would've been better. Oh but color war sucks and its no fun at all. I made some new friends who were in my cabin. A lot of the senior girls dress like ****s, then the little girls try and copy them. there is hooking up and sneaking out. the socials are boring though. the food is ok, but you get 2 big pieces of candy every night. I really do want to go back next year but we don't have the money. but otherwise i had a rough first week and a good 2nd week. I would say to you to try it out and see what you think. I'm glad i got this experience! Have fun(:
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7/12/12 |
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We (living in Europe) have sent our children for the first time to Camp Lohikan. Since we have picked them, they keep on saying the same sentence: "Can we go again next year to the Camp?" There is almost no need to add more. Just to say that the organization before the camp was fantastic. Thank you, Team Lohikan.
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5/31/12 |
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This was my child's first camp experience and she had a blast. It's like Disneyworld, in that it is very childcentric and solely focused on excitement and fun. The activities were fun, especially things like that bungee jumping thing, ATVs, horseback riding and the slide in the lake. The bunks were big and they had private bathrooms. Counselors were kind and the other kids were nice. They know how to make kids very happy.
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3/28/12 |
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BEST CAMP IV'E EVER BEEN AT!! i have never had so much fun in my life! the counselors are great along with the activities and faculties. i have so much freedom with the elective program, and i know the staff is right be hind me keeping me safe every step of the way! i learned so many new skills and made so many new friends. CAMP LOHIKAN IS THE PLACE TO BE! ;)
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12/2/11 |
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From my son's point of view, the best part of Lohikan is the activities. Lots to choose from and some really unusual options that he has never tried before. From my point of view, I really appreciated the personal attention from the staff. They quickly recognized an issue with my first time camper and immediately rectified it. He has a fantastic summer and will be going back. The staff are in tune with the kids and work hard to ensure campers (and parents) are happy.
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11/15/11 |
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My son counts the days until camp. The atmosphere seems warm, friendly and relaxed. He has geat memories from his two summers.He loves Lohikan!
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9/14/11 |
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My kids have been at Lohikan for 4 years and can't imagine going anywhere else. They love being there and count the minutes until the next summer. The only reason I gave personal attention a 4 is because I think the counselors could do a better job at getting the kids to write home. It is the best value out there and most camps with this many activities charge at least $1000 more per session. They always learn something new and there is truly something for everyone!
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8/26/11 |
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My 7 yo just got back from minicamp and had a fabulous time. I have never seen her so amped up and excited. She was smiling from ear to ear and dancing around all night. I was also very pleased with the email responses I got from my inquiries before and during camp. They were always personal and thoughtful answers to my questions. When we dropped her off we spent an hour or so walking around so she could get acclimated to her new surroundings and I could see her growing up right befoer my eyes. She felt very comfortable there and came out of her shell big time. At Camp Lohikan she is going to develop self-confidence and self esteem in a way that I couldn’t possibly show her. She’s already looking forward to a longer camp stay next year. Phenomenal job! Five Stars! btw - she said food was great, lots of fruits and vegs. I sent her with a water bottle to carry around and they have soda machines as well.
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8/20/11 |
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This was my kids first summer camp experience and it was terrible. The staff is lazy, rude, uses inappropriate language and is not well trained. Upon arrival, our counselor did not introduce herself when we went into the cabin. She did not tell my daughter anything of how the camp operates. Such as waiting in 7 lines to check in, waiting in huge lines to add/drop activities. The popular activities fill up quickly. There is limited instruction for water activities and many others. The food was terrible. My daughter lost 13 pounds. I had to send her a ton of snack food. This camp has no sense of community. The pictures are all posed shots and look like they are having a blast which is far from the truth. They do not have cold water available to the campers. They have to buy it from a vending machine. With temperatures reaching the 90's, cold water all over the camp should be readily available. I am not sending my child back to this camp.
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8/10/11 |
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Ignore the comment below. It was written by a disgruntled staff member. As a person who works at the camp so that my children can attend, i can assure you that a total of 3 kids ( out of 500) had lice. All were treated, quarantined for the appropriate length of time, and allowed to return to activities. Staff is excellent, caring and not hungover. Absolutely ridiculous allegations. My kids grew an extraordinary amount at Lohikan. They stepped outside their comfort zones and truly shone.
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8/9/11 |
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While the facility is nice, the counselors and staff don't care about the campers. Counselors use nights off to go get drunk and spend the day after (while lifeguarding or performing other supervisory duties) hungover. Since they're extremely underpaid, they just don't care. Milk was expired, yet still served to campers. When lice was found in campers, those children were not isolated, yet allowed to continue on with daily activities with other children. I would certainly not send my children here.
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7/15/11 |
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We can't say enough great things about Lohikan. Our 6th grade son is there for his second summer, and wrote home to ask us to extend his stay for the full 8 weeks! What we (and he) love about this camp is the wide range of fantastic activities--- in addition to the great beginner tennis program and water sports, our son had discovered that new interests in ceramics and woodworking and has tried and enjoyed everything from acting in a play to the zipline. The rock band studio and the nighttime activities get a lot of mentions in emails to us too. A wonderful thing about this camp is that any kid, whether "athletic" or "creative" would feel at home. From the parental point of view, it's the professionalism of the owners/staff that blew us away. The facilities are top notch, but it's the spirit and experience of the staff that's most impressive and especially reassuring to first time campers/ families. All of the kids from our son's first year returned and lifelong friends were made!
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7/11/11 |
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We just returned from a wonderful visiting day. Our daughter (age 10) is a first-time camper this summer, and she's never looked happier. She knew from the moment she saw the camp when we toured last summer that Lohikan was the camp for her. After two weeks as a camper, we believe the camp experience has exceeded her expectations. We cannot stress enough how comfortable we felt today when we met her counselors, division leader, and so many other staff members. We can see why she is so happy, and as parents, we feel confident that she is in great hands.
We look forward to hearing more from her throughout the summer and seeing more great photos each day (which are an amazing life line). AND, her younger sister (after a day of kayaking, swimming, paddle boarding, etc.) is certain that she is ready for her shot at sleep-away camp next summer.
We are very happy Lohikan parents!
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7/10/11 |
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We just got back from visiting day and my 2 boys are having a great time. They think their counselors are "awesome" and they really like their bunks. They are enjoying the activities, particularly rugby, tennis, woodworking, archery and the lake. Last year they stuck to sports they were more comfortable with but this year they are branching out and trying all sorts of new stuff. We think this camp is completely worth the price. They offer just as much as the other camps, if not more, for a very fair cost. The staff has been extremely responsive to all our questions and concerns and any emails we've sent have been answered within a day. We highly recommend the camp.
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6/16/11 |
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Staff is great, they all care about kids and love being counselors and role models. The cabins are as good as cabins can be, and it really doesn't get better then a camp with TWO trapezes. Great activities to chose from, and fun and exciting options. Personal attention, not so much.. I went to camp for 6 years, and I have been a staff member for 2, as a camper I didn't really get much attention, it was more of a popularity contest with the counselors. As for monetary value, definitely worth it! It's such a great atmosphere, and for the kids that didn't like it, they either never talked to an adult about their problems, or are just not as sociable as you should be. I definitely changed and became much more outgoing here, it's a great camp!
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1/27/11 |
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Maybe the reason why i Rated this mostly all 5s was because the camp i went to befor was crap, but this is a good camp theres a lot of stuff to do, Iloved my counslers and ps to who said that the people who own the camp write this is not true.
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1/16/11 |
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I have been going to this camp since I was 7, and its this year will be my 8th year. This is the best camp! The food actually isn't that bad, and if you don't like what they serving you can always have salad, pasta, pb&j or bring cup and noodles. The activities are really fun and add/drop really isnt that bad its crowded, but you usually get what you want. The best part about camp is the friends, some of the girls in my cabin I've been friends with since my first day at camp in 2004. They're like your sisters. It doesn't really matter if you're at an activity that you don't like, if one of your friends is there you'll have a great time. Sometimes, theres some annoying counselors but after a while you realize they're not that bad. I spend all year waiting for camp. I drive up to wilkes-barre the night before cause I live far away, and I can never fall asleep. You'll make memories and friends that will last for a lifetime (or two).
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11/4/10 |
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Going to Lohikan this year is going to be my third year.I absolutley love the staff and the food is okay just DON'T eat the cheesestakes. I made very good friends <3 some girls in my cabin were cliquey and dramatic, but I just stayed away from them and was with my friends. And the other two years that I went NO ONE got a lake rash. The lake is refreshing and sooo much fun, but make sure when you sign up at add/drop you have swimming buddy because they won't let you in without the buddy. Cantine is a little bit crowded but your allowed to go outside and eat your candy. And for the person who said that someone spilled Gatorade on their only pair of sneakers well your supposed to bring MORE THAN ONE pair of sneakers. The campfires are soooo much fun and the evening activities are fun but you get a little bored at the ending. Activites are great and the instructors are really entertaining and fun and incredibly funny. Definatly would recommend this camp. Can't wait to go back next year!!
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10/17/10 |
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Activities are plenty, but totally overbooked. With literally hundreds of kids aged 6 to 16, and counselors incapable or unwilling to control things, chaos abounds. Nowhere to relax and extremely cliquey in the teen bunks. Girls bully other girls for attention of the boys. Our girl was actually threatened to stay away from a certain group "or else". Luckily she called us from a borrowed cell phone in the bathroom (calls home are not permitted) and begged us in tears to come get her. We withdrew her on day3. They offer a "satisfaction guarantee" for first-time campers, and money returned if your child withdraws for any reason. It's been 3 months and the $ has yet to be refunded. We have yet to receive a reply to our mails.
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9/13/10 |
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My son is a repeat camper here and my daughter just spent her first summer at Lohikan. They loved camp and had the best experiences. The enjoyed the activities, had wonderful counselors and made great friends. Highly recommend this camp.
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8/16/10 |
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I've gone to Lohikan for 5 years and I absolutely love it. The experience is great and you make so many new friends. Most of the staff is amazing. They're caring, they help work out any issues, and they're so much fun. The buildings are actually really nice for a camp. In my cabin there was one Spider the whole time, and if the people in the cabin do there jobs then they look nice. There are so many great activities to choose from, and you can choose your entire schedule every day. You have to wait in line to put activities on your card, but it's worth getting what you want all the time. Any good counselor (and most of them are amazing) gives their kids personal attention. I know mine did. If there were any problems the counselors were there to save the day. There are so many different activities to choose from,some that are not available at other camps, and overall the experience is incredible. Come here, you won't be sorry(:
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8/6/10 |
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Ok, I don't even know what people are saying bad about this camp. I just came home from my 4th AMAZING summer at Camp Lohikan and it is better and better every time. The counselors for the most part are super nice and the entire senior staff is so nice and is caring. I had an issue with a counselor one year and entire senior staff tried to help me the entire time until a little over a week and then the counselor got switched. This camp is just amazing and SO MUCH FUN, not to mention. My friends and I dress crazy and I would say some of the funnest craziest kids on camp and we aren't judged because at Lohikan people aren't like that. I LOVE THIS CAMP
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2/23/10 |
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It amazes me that the only bad comments lately seem to come from staff members who were fired for some reason from camp (interesting reasom to rate a camp). My son has always enjoyed the camp year after year. In fact he would live there if they would let him. Having toured the camp several times, I can see that they really take into account the interest level of the campers from years past. They are always looking to add new programs each year while keeping the older programs at a very high level. Camp is what you make of it and Lohikan is definitely a camp where you can make a lot... a lot of good memories, good programs, and good fun. For those staff members who were let go and want to complain about it...be an adult and call and talk to the director. Don't complain here and try to bring others down because you couldn't do you job appropriately.
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8/14/09 |
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This is the 6th summer that my 2 children attended Lohikan. As a parent, I feel it has been a true gift in their lives. It is a place where they can try new activities, feel great about themselves, and make friends for a lifetime. They could not imagine a summer without Lohikan. My son returned as Jr Staff this year and will continue as a Counselor for years to come. They always received personal attention. It is friendly and people truly care. Kids are encouraged to try new things and to develop the skills and interests they already have. There's something for everyone & the emphasis is on having FUN. I don't know what the other comments are talking about with lake rash because neither of my kids ever got that in 6 years! I know that when my kids grow up and look back on their childhoods, Camp Lohikan will be one of their fondest memories. I am thankful for how it has enhanced their lives. This camp is amazing.
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8/9/09 |
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Excellent camp. The staff was outstanding- they were so caring and I knew my son was in great hands. They addressed all my concerns immediately and I knew they took my requests seriously. The elective program was amazing for my son. He tried lots of new things, but wasn't forced to do things that he really did not like. He met great friends, and he can't wait to go back next summer. They have great facilities for a reasonable fee, and an excellent variety of activities as well.My other two children want to go now that they've heard how fun it is at Lohikan! I love this camp!
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6/8/09 |
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As a former camper of Lohikan, I learned many things. Thanks to the great staff, i've learned to be more independent and self confident. The staff is warm and sensitive to each child's needs. There are over 65+ activities on a daily basis and I was always busy. As someone who is an extremely picky earter, The dining hall offered many different choice, so i never went hungry. The kids in my bunk are friends I can see me having for a lifetime. I am extremely grateful that I got to spend a few summers up at Camp Lohikan and hope that my children get the same opportunity.
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2/28/09 |
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FREAKIN AMAZING CAMPPP. i made friends for LIFEEEEE. oh, and if you think this camp is clique-y it really isnt, if you think it is it probably means you arent trying to make friends, everyone is welcoming. no one will judge you, me and my friends dress/act crazy at camp cause no one wil think your wierd, its awesome. i loveee camp. OMFG. there is NO such thing as lake rash, there are no snakes under the slide, no snapping turtles under the water trampoline. yes, there are leaches AT THE BOTTOM OF THE LAKE. and no one is stupid enough to swim to the bottom. conselorsss...hm what to say;;;some can be your best friend while others you want to go to hell lol. if you want a free, sign up for tetherball or gaga and sit on the benches somewhere around camp, or walk to the soda machines and grab a drink.and what i do, is i relax in the cabin, or if its before lypsync night, my whole cabin meets up and practices. overall this cabin is amazing. ill write more below bout some rumors...
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2/4/09 |
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I worked at Lohikan and while I don't doubt that it's offered many kids positive experiences, I would never send my own children and I absolutely will not be returning to work there. It's too big, first of all, and none of the kids are forced out of their comfort zones in activities. Most never do anything remotely challenging and there is absolutely no opportunity for them to learn about nature or anything meaningful about themselves. Cliques apply throughout. There were some stellar staff members, but many were hired last minute and were BOTTOM of the barrel (the staff return rate is VERY low contrary to what the promotional material says). Dozens of staff were fired because of inappropriate behavior. I would go so far to say Lohikan is criminally mismanaged- those of us who stayed were taken advantage of to the detriment of the campers. Send your kiddo to Y camp- save thousands and get a much better experience.
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12/23/08 |
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this camp is amazing! ive been going there since i was going into 5th grade, and i am now in 10th grade. unfortunately last summer was my last summer there because i'm now too old to return. lohikan is an amazing place to spend your summer...i made so many great friends and we keep in touch so much and have reunions all the time. the counselors are also great and are more like friends than adults. campfires are so much fun, and canteen afterwards is also amazing. wow, ive used the word 'amazing' so many times but thats really the only word i can think of to describe this camp. i tear up everytime i think about how i wont be going back next summer. i almost forgot to mention color war-its so much fun, each year there's a theme and 12 different teams. 12 senior girl and 12 senior boy campers are picked as captains and they each get assigned a team. some younger kids dislike color war but if you get into it and get excited about it, its amazing. just like everything else about lohikann
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12/13/08 |
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Yea this camp had pros and cons of its own. I went to this camp just this summer and it was o.k. i liked one out of my two counselers. the bunks were disgusting the showers were gross the toilets had girl products all around and i was soo afraid of spiders. The activities were the worst i was happy because this isnt a competitive camp but when i went to the artws protgram we made teapot people and im a teenager. the cooking was gross to the counseler who worked this sucked at cooking we burned the food and it got raw. also there is also 1 drama program and the expect you to come every period of the day. Also choosing activities are so hard to do they run out of space and you sit there doing wimsy little projects. the food was gross. but you do make friends even though there are cliques this camp is not for me i guess.
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11/28/08 |
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Being my first sleepaway camp, i didnt know what to expect. after arriving, i realized how unorganized it really was. kids get to pick their own schedules, but you have to line up in a big room to pick. this gets EXTREMELY CROWDED with kids cutting lines and activities filling up. i barely got to do what i wanted to do. you are also not aloud to spend down time in your cabin. with what felt like 100 degree, it would of been nice to be able to spend time in your cabin and cool off. this plus the lack of available water was HORRIBLE! 1 of my counslers was extremely careless and rude. some counslers were more interested in hooking up with other counslers than spending time with the kids. there was little freedom and canteen was HORRIBLE! most kids are not very nice and there are many cliques. dont listen to the good reviews because most are written by camp staff. pretty location....but choose a different camp!
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11/24/08 |
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My daughter has attended Camp Lohikan for the past few summers , each time she increase her stay away from home. I feel this camp allows the children to explore many avenues of fun, as well as develop independence. She LOVES coming, & has made new friends along the way. She is already communicating with her bunk mates for next summer, as to who will be there & when & who will bring what snacks & props for the different events offered at camp. The camp owners are very accommodating to the children as well as the parents. They make it a great experience for everyone involved. The counselors are always willing to help when needed, & also to challenge your child to be the best they can be.
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11/20/08 |
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Staff: My children have come home two years in a row with many funny and caring stories regarding their favorite counselors, some of whom they keep in touch with throughout the year. Prior to our attending the first year, the more senior staff was available via phone to discuss any and all of our questions. A tour in the spring was helpful too. Activities: The kids love making their own schedules and chosing from the variety of activities. Some favorites are the circus, lake, paint ball, soccer, lacrosse, archery, sing alongs at night, lipsync contests. Food: kids say the food is fine -- and now my son eats salad ... how on earth did they manage to get him to do that??? Bunks: The kids all have chores and keep things neat and clean -- even my son's bunk which was full of 12 year old boys. Overall: Great experience for my kids. They love it and we are excedingly comfortable having them stay at Camp Lohikan each summer.
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11/16/08 |
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I can't say enough wonderful things about Camp Lohikan. Both of my children have been campers there for over 5 years, and I've recommended the camp to many friends. The camp truly has something for every child. The camp attracts campers and staff from around the world and around the country - my children have life long friendships year round with their buddies from Lohikan! The camp's management does an outstanding job selecting, training, and managing staff - they are really wonderful with the kids and receptive and helpful to parents. Lohikan has been an extraordinary, life changing experience for my children - I'm so glad its part of who they are! The flexible arrangements with mini-camps, two week camps, 4, 6 and 8 week camps is great (my kids did all of these at one time or another); the camp is large enough for every child to find activities and friends the love and nurturing enough to make everyone feel valued. ITS GREAT!
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11/14/08 |
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My daughter has attended with friends for four years and loved it. It was clean and had alot to offer. The staff was warm and friendly.
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11/13/08 |
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Camp Lohikan was my summer home for 8 years. I loved it, and spent my entire year waiting for that June day which I would be able to return to camp. I spent most of my time at the stables, because I was a horseback rider. I made some of the best friends I have ever had at Camp Lohikan. While some of the bunks are older, the newest ones have all the upgrades! (except AC, of course, make sure you bring a fan!!) I am now 20 years old, and I feel like everyone should have the experience that I had for those 8 summers. My children will be sent to camp lohikan, if I have anything to say about it.
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11/3/08 |
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My son went to Camp Lohikan for the first time this year. He started out as a 2 week camper, loved it so much that we extended him to a 4 weeker, the extended to a 6 weeks, and the for the full season! He wanted to stay for their mini camp, but we had a family vacation planned. For the people that commented about the camp below me about not getting the activities and the 'chaosness'of the camp, obviously your child is NOT a camp person in general, so don't attack this camp for your problems. The staff are great, and so responsible. My son said the best part besides the day activities was the wide range of evening programs they offer! My son is going back for 8 weeks next summer and wishes he went for longer. Mark Buynak is DEFINITELY doing something right!Camp Lohikan is 2 thumbs up and i recommend it to anyone who is interested in sending their child to sleepaway camp, look at their first-time camper guarentee! My son said the only negative thing about lohikan is that is only 8 weeks!
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8/29/08 |
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I went to this camp for five years and loved it. I didn't go this year because it was getting a bit old, and being a senior girl means way too much drama. I believe this is a WONDERFUL camp, but not right for some people. I started out at about ten years old, and it's absolutely perfect for kids of that age. If you start young, and keep going you'll love it, no matter what type of person you are, because you'll make life-long friends. If you start when you're 13 or older, there WILL be a ton of drama and sneaking out, and if you're not very social and willing to get involved in that, it might not be right for you. I loved this camp though. And sure, the cabins aren't like five-star hotels but what camp cabins are? It's so much fun, but like anything, it won't be enjoyed by everyone. I have found, however, that out of 20 or so girls in my cabin every year, there only seem to be about one, many two girls who end up not enjoying the camp. I say, if you have the money, try it out!
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8/18/08 |
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I found during the social activities that a majority of my friends were counselors and i guess in more ways than not, thats good. The facilities are what you would expect from a summer, but theyre are some that prove to be start of the art. While at camp i found my self to be hating it at times, but in the car ride home i found myself to already be missing it. Lohikan is good for everybody in that the lazy kids can do theyre thing and the active kids can do theirs. The only real problems with the camp are the infirmary and the fact that mark buynak is an idiot
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8/18/08 |
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This camp is great! I had the most amazing counselors and friends and the activities are great. So is the food. It was my first summer, and I might go back next year.
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8/12/08 |
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I LOVE IT!!!! Camp lohikan is a very good camp. it has a variety of fun activities that let kids be kids go here i give this place a 5 STAR!!!!
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7/31/08 |
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these reviews below (the ones with 1,1,1,1,1) are obviously from snotty brats that dont take the time to enjoy lohikan. This is the best camp ever and my son has gone every summer for the past 4 years. What you see on the website is what you get at camp, great value, great fun and great kids.
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7/28/08 |
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I just got home from Lohikan 2 days ago and I had an amazing time. This was my 5th year and I am definetly with out a doubt going back next year. There are so many activities to do each day that you will never get bored. I made my best friends at camp and i love them like sisters. The food isnt the best but its really hard to make amazing food for 1,000 people and not spend too much money....Its the best camp ever
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7/26/08 |
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I went this year as a first time camper for two weeks. I loved it. The staff was nice and the activities were great. After dinner, you get to pick two candies from the canteen! I liked my bunkmates and my counselors. Sometimes at dinner we have chicken strips, which are really good! I am going to go back for 4 weeks next summer.
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7/24/08 |
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I LOVED LOHIKAN! I went there last year as a first-time camper and loved every minute of it. I had never rode horses before and after 4 lessions I was already learning how to canter! The Hershey Park trip was good. People complain about how its boring if you dont want to go on the rides.. but obviously if you go to an amusement park and dont go on any rides .. well its gonna be boring. I NEVER got any lake rash. Nor did anyone I know. And I didn't even really see PDA. Also, I didn't see or hear of ANYONE sneaking out at night or roaming the streets? CAMP LOHIKAN IS A GREAT CAMP AND I'VE BEEN COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS UNTIL I GO THERE NEXT !!
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7/14/08 |
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I won't say it's a bad camp, I didn't feel my child was ever unsafe. It's definitely not for everyone. My kid is not very assertive and got edged out of a lot of activities because adding/dropping was chaos and the good activities filled up quickly so the aggressive kids could barrel ahead - she basically made lanyard for 3 hours a day. The one day she did ask to go to the infirmary for a reason that was indicated on her med form - she was told that they were having a meeting and had to sit outside in the heat for 2 hours and was not even allowed to go back to her bunk to lie down. 2 out of 3 counselors were very nice and the other was ok but I was very disturbed by the division head that told my sobbing child that she couldn't take her cabin anymore that night - apparently someone in the cabin was stealing and generally disruptive. I am grateful to her 2 nice counselors without whom I don't think she would have lasted the 2 weeks. Some kids loved it but I wouldn't send her back.
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7/13/08 |
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Though you'll see a lot of 3's, I should say that my camper LOVED Lohikan and wants to go back next year for 4 weeks. He said that the food was NOT GOOD. He liked the counselors - I was not wowed. Facilities seemed okay, but cabins seemed a little small and only one free swim in the pool in a 2-week period. We may very well send him again next year, and at the same time I may explore other somewhat similar options.
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7/12/08 |
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This was my son's first year at Lohikan and it was fabulous! He had the greatest time! The staff was great and supportive! There is no other camp that can compare to the many (over 65) different and adventurous activities that Lohikan offers! It really keeps your child busy and not just sitting around bored! IT was truly a great first time experience!!!!
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6/26/08 |
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i love this camp and this year of 08 will be my third summer. i do not know of ANYBODY playing hookey at night. it doesnt happen, because you will get kicked out. This camp is soo much fun and you will never be bored. OF course, there is a little bit of PDA, but that is ALL CAMPS!!!! you really cant find one without it. i recomend this camp 100%
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6/14/08 |
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ive gone to camp lohikan for three years as of this year and i can tell u that without a doubt this camp is the most amazing and thrilling camp ever. the counselors seem to know exactly what kids want to do and embrace upon it by letting them do it. they have so many activities from modern classic camp activities like hiking and horse back riding, to now cool fun things like jet ski and quad. if u havent visited camp lohikan i suggest u do it NOW!
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6/8/08 |
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I am about to go back for my 4th summer, and I have loved every minite! Yes, there is PDA, but all camps have it! It is a camp where you can try new things, and do cool things u would never b able 2 do otherwise! This is my fav camp, and I suggest you go, because, It is the #1 camp around!
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4/15/08 |
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I have worked at 7 camps in 5 different states and this camp is by far the best camp I have ever worked at or attended. The activities are vast and amazing. You will not be able to find another camp with more quality in activities and staff. The camp is set in the beautiful Pocono Mountains; it has a lake and a pool, and the sports activity areas are better than some colleges. My current job as a quality assurance coordinator at a hospital is a direct result of my employment in the infirmary of this camp. The camp infirmary is an extensive rural medical clinic that offers extremely good preventive and emergency medical care. I would recommend and have recommended this camp to my family, friends and anyone interested in a fantastic summer. You will not be able to find a more extensive camp with such a small camp atmosphere. Some of the best summers of my life were spent at Lohikan.
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3/23/08 |
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OK PLEASE READ! ALL OF THESE POSITIVE REVIEWS ARE WRITTEN BY THE CAMP! They are all lies! The cabins are pretty clean at tthis camp, but the staff sleep all day and the girls make out with eachother in the canteen and it's just not a comfortable environment for me or most other kids. If u dont sho up to your activities, they dont notice and at the lake they have a lifeguard chair but NEVER a lifeguard so it kind of defeats the purpose of safety. And yes there IS hooking up in this camp. This camp deceives you when you first see it. They say they have stained glass, which is glueing colorful glass to foam. I actually made a corkboard bjut guess how much cork i was allowed to use? ONE INCH so yes this camp is cheap. And ive seen a few kids walking around with rifles alone. so... if you wanted the truth this is it and the staff from the camp actually check this site and if theres any negative things about it, they write another comment clarifying its not true. So... thats the truth
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2/16/08 |
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Why is everybody saying this camp has bad cabins and stuff? What do you expect? a 5-star hotel at a camp? And playing hooky is fun once-in-awhile I say you are all over-estimating a summer camp! You can't expect to see everything you've always dreamed of, or what you've seen on the newest Zoey 101. You have to expect what you think a summer camp would look like; crappy food, bad beds, and the summer of your life! IT'S NOT WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE, YOU GO THERE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND TO MAKE LIFE-TIME FRIENDS!!
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12/29/07 |
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I went to this camp for the first time in 2007, it was my first sleepaway camp. it was amazing! i WILL admit that they're a little too strict about their rules, esspecially PDA, and I can verify rumors about the camp. First off, they do not run away or play hooky at night. No one ever does it, and you will get kicked out. Second, I got the same rash, but I didn't know it was from the lake. If you don't mention it to people, nothing will happen. If someone does and they get teased, that's their problem
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12/5/07 |
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This camp changed my life, & it did so in every positive way it could have. My first yr of camp i have nevr been away from home & i wasnt the most outgoing person. Camp changed that. This camp does have over the top & excessive amounts of activities, but wat u should rly look 4 in a camp is the social experience. Activities r fun, camp food is camp food, and bunks r bunk Wat rly compels people 2 come bak is the people There is such a vast variety of people u encounter as people from ALL ovr the COUNTRY, & out of it integrate at lohikan. Ive have kids in my cabin from hong kong, hondoriez spain puerto rico, california, florida, idaho, new jersey, new york, ect. W/ diff backgrounds also comes many personalities u learn SO much frm these people & they become more of a family to u than friends. u learn abt urself, open ur mind, try new things. There isnt a day i don start off a sentence with "one time at camp"I was staff and campr im out of room so any ?s email sillybananahead@optonline.n
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12/5/07 |
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ok lohikan is amazing and for those of you that don't see it, you obviously don't know how to have fun. a lot of the councelors are very nice and if they arent its easy to walk all over them. haha i cant go to lohikan anymore and i wish so much that i could becuase i had the 3 most amazing summers ever and i made friends that know i will always be friends with and parents are complaining about kids walking the streets? first of all its not really a street its lke all out in the open and guess what KIDS LIKE FREEDOM! the male staff is SO HOT YOU HAVE NO IDEA. you people need to stop your ****ing. its camp not a hotel and it is absolutely amazingg and if you had a bad summer.. sorry no one really cares if you were in my cabin you would have an amazing time. trust me. marks kind of an **** cause he kicked my friends out for NO REASON but i would give anything to live under his rule again next summerrrrrrr<3333
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12/5/07 |
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camp lohikan is the most aamzign camp to ever be created. the activitesd are amazign and the counslers and staff are so nice. everythign about this camp is amazing, even the crappy food. evening activities are amazing and you make the best friends you could posibally imagine. if you think this camp is bad, you should be shot. this is the most amazign place in the world. i went there for 3 amazing years and they were the best sumemrs of my life. im not going back as a cit but i want to go back as a counsler. camp lohikan is amazign and i would do anything to go back. wallerville road, take me home <3
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11/20/07 |
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I LOVE CAMP LOHIKAN SO MUCH!! I am a camper at Lohikan and summer 08 will be my 5th year. I look foward to going to camp every year. The food is not that amazing but i don't really know of any camp that has any good food. I have so many best friends at lohikan that i love so much! You can't compare any camp to lohikan :)
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11/6/07 |
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After reading some of these reviews, I have concerns but my son and daughter went for half the summer and liked it. I keep waiting to get the call to pick them up early. They both want to spend next summer there again. I wasn't thrilled with the cabins but I've seen worse. My kids had a good time bad food and all.
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10/5/07 |
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THIS CAMP IS AMAZING!!! I truly have been changed by lohikan and I can't imagine what life would be like if I hadn't gone to Lohikan. This was my 6th and last summer as a camper, and I'm coming back next summer as a CIT, THAT'S HOW MUCH I LOVE THIS CAMP...GO YOU'LL LOVE IT!!!
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9/28/07 |
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I went to lohikan for two summers and they were the best summers of my life. I made the absolute best friends there and the memories I made there will stay with me forever. I haven't been to camp since 2001 and I still tell stories of my summers at Lohikan and still keep in touch with most of the friends I made there. Yes there are a few people here and there that get homesick and want to go home but overall I thought it was one of the greatest experiences in my life and my only regret about camp is that I started so late and didn't spend more summers there. I ABSOLUTLEY LOVE LOHIKAN! I would deff recomend it to anyone!
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9/23/07 |
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As a former counselor, I have to laugh at the parent's review with the children 'roaming the streets' during activity periods. You tell us what to do with kids that walk slowly between activities, or have to change for their activities (ie lake, horseback, quads, paintball...) and are walking to them. Lohikan is an amazing experience, if you take it as that. I met the most amazing people at Lohikan, and I hope to return for summer 08. As for homesick children, it has been proven that if we let them call their parents and the parent is like 'ooooh i miss you' when the kid is 3 days into a 4 week session, it's only bad for the kid. I had a camper who cried almost every night when she was going to sleep because she would read the emails her mother sent that read 'We miss you so much here at home. We want you to come home. Even your cat misses you!' If you want to ruin your kid's experience, that's your own perrogative, but most kids at the camp have an AMAZING time and come back again!
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9/5/07 |
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it was ok i had fun but the caBENS suck but if you haVE TO TAKE A CRAP THEY WILL LET GO IN THE NERUSES OFFICE. THIS IS MY FRIEND i STAYED 4 2 SESIONS. iN BETWEEN THE SESSIONS, THEY GET RID OF MOST OF THE BEDS SO THE PEARENTS DON'T KNOW THAT THERE ARE BLIKE, 20 KIDS IN A CABIN. AND THEN WE WENT TO hERSHEY pARK. iT WAS HORIBL. If you didn't want to go on a ride, you'd have to sit there and do nothing. And if one person in your group didn't want to bye dinner, your whole bunk would have toeat frozen chicken, which was only warm cause it was sitiing in the bus for six hours. Watse of a day at an awesome park.
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8/25/07 |
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i am almost 14 years old and i attended the one week program (mini-camp). this was my first time at a sleepaway camp and i loved it!! the staff is so nice and i liked all of my counsolers! the activities were fun and i really liked the lake even though it was very cold out and i only got to do it twice. the whale is awsome! (it is like a banana boat). there are so many different activities to choose from! the thing that is so true that everyone says is that the people are so nice here. i made so many friends here, even kids that werent in my cabin. this year i came by myself thinking i'd make 1 or 2 close friends and i became BEST friends with 6 other girls that were in my cabin. there are always some weird kids but there are plenty of nice and normal ones. the facilities are pretty clean. in my cabin there were many girls from pennsylvania and new jersey. i was the only one from new york. i love cabin 21b and it is my life and i am deffinately going back next year!! love, ML
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8/25/07 |
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My son had never been to sleepaway camp before and went for the one week mini camp. He enjoyed himself and had a good experience living away from home. The counselors were nice and seemed to be good role models for him. Even though the weather was terrible and he could not go swimming the whole week,he enjoyed the bungee jump, games, woodworking ect. Could not go on ATV's because sign up sheets were full. That was disappointing. We liked being able to send him e-mail during the week and he enjoyed doing computer games and game boy since he is not super athletic. Camp seems well organized and kids semmed nice. My son will be back for a 2 week session next year!
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8/24/07 |
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This camp is seriously not a good way to spend your summer. Electives are the only freedom you have.
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8/21/07 |
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I'm 13 and this summer was my first time at sleepaway camp. At first i was really nervous but i found out that lohikan was the BEST time of my life! These past two weeks went by faster than i would've expected! Although all the activities were horrible((bungee jumping gets kinda old after a while)) most of us wound up playing hooky ((as in not filling out the activity card)) cause all the activities were soo unorganized and boring. The one thing that i LOVED about lohikan is the people ((everyone is so nice!)) and the counsolers are so cool and happy to help you. You'll definitly wind up making hundreds of new friends and it's so cool meeting other people from other states ((thats another cool thing about lohikan all the counsolers and kids there are always out of state and some come from different countries!)). Overall i love lohikan except for the activities... ps. there is no such thing as lake rash and there are no snapping turtles :]]
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6/30/07 |
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Our son is back for his 4th summer. He'll "age out" after this year, and we're upset. Its been a great place for him to spend his summers. The staff is warm and supportive. Many return year after year. OUr son has made good friends, keeps fit and always finds something he enjoys doing. One year it was trail biking, another year weight lifting, always lake activities. This was a great find.
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6/20/07 |
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OMG i love my camp! Everybody is nice and its not jappy and it's very down to earth. WE have every activity possible and you can choose what to do so your not forces to do stuff you don't like. I admit it's unorganized but thats what camp is about. I LOVE LOHIKAN!
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6/17/07 |
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The kids are TERRIBLE. One girl i barely knew came up to me and sprayed my eyes with bugspray, thinking she was funny. Counselors who have had the same girls for a couple years let them pick on me, but when i retaliated, I got into trouble. You will find a bunch of kind-hearted peers, but many of the girls are catty.
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6/16/07 |
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This camp is bad, has no good activities, is unorganized and does not make you feel at home. The people are unwelcoming. It is absolutely disgusting
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6/6/07 |
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have two children that go to this camp and they can not wait for summer to return. They pass on every other option for the summer to return to Lohikan, the camp must be doing some thing right.
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6/4/07 |
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After the third day of sewage overflowing accross the cabin floor, finally someone wandered into the cabin who knew how to use a plunger. Staff could not attend to children because of overlapping duties. For a camp in such a beautiful area I was dismayed that our kids never were alowed or assisted in exploring any sort of nature activity or hike. Too much time spent doing inane things like bungee jumping for hours each day. Kids with legitimate problems were dismissed as just being homesick. Not an emotionally healthy place for kids. Very flashy activities, no character.
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5/11/07 |
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Just to clarify a few things: There are no leetches. The turtles live way way out deep, where we don't swim. The snakes (only a few anyway) live on the other side of the lake. They are all very afraid of people. In my 8 summers there, no animal has ever bothered a human (at least aquatic animal, there was that weasel who had it out for the 250 lb counselor). The lake is not dirty and noone has ever gotton "lake rash." We test the water in the lake every couple of days. It's never failed. And Romanian counselors disappearing in the middle of the night is the type of thing that makes life more interesting.
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4/6/07 |
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lohikan is awsome i love it im going back for my 3rd year everything was great even the food and usually campfood is gross....so....if you are looking for a camp to go to definatly consider going to lohikan!!!!
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2/17/07 |
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Camp Lohikan is GUARENTEED FUN! Summer 2007 will be my fifth year and every year brings more and more fun. The Staff and Kids are GREAT!
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1/9/07 |
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I can not begin to stress what a great camp this is. As a parent who sent their children to camp in the hopes that the kids would be kept busy and have great fun, I was not dissapointed! The choices of activities that the kids choose from daily is amazing and never did I hear my kids were "Bored". As for my yougest, she could not have adjusted better. She made easy friends with the other campers and her counselors all 3 of them were fantastic with her and the others. We enjoyed the visiting days and was impressed how the facility could run so smoothly with the number of cars, and families that where there the whole day. Koodoos to the upper management! The facility itself is improving everyday with new equipment and bigger buildings. I especially love the new indoor riding ring which is really big. Again I can't say enough about the camp as I give my hats off to a well run facility. ps can't wait for the ski reunion if we ever get snow...
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11/9/06 |
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OMFG THIS CAMP WAS THE BESTEST CAMP I HAVE EVER BEEN TO IT HAS MADE ME MY BEST OF FRIEDS... IF YOU DONT LIKE THIS CAMP SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH YOU!!! WHAMP IT ROX EVERYBODY'S SOX........COUNSLORS ARE ALSO AMAZING
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11/6/06 |
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OMG THIS WAS THE BEST SUMMER I HAVE EVER HAD!! IF I DIDN'T GO TO LOHIKAN, I'D BE MISSING OUT ON A LOT!!!! I AM IN LOVE WITH LOHIKAN!!!
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10/28/06 |
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the activites were good, but the cabins are not. please mark, i am begging you to fix up thoose cabins. they are screaming KNOCK ME DOWN!!!!
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10/2/06 |
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I hated this camp. Everything was so hard to find, and there was no one to help you. The bunks were gross. Also, you HAD to be at every activity. There was no time to just rest at your bunk. The lake was ok, but it scared me that there were snakes by the water slide, and big turtles living underneath the water trampoline.
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9/7/06 |
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Look, Lohikan is a good place for younger children to experience the largest variety of activities. You meet a lot of good friends there and can experience a lot if you are open minded. The senior staff that runs the camp is good at organization but terrible at managing unpredictable problems such as theft. The place is run by a lawyer who lives and breathes safety, and whatever isn't liable to him, he ignores. For teenagers, up to 30 kids are usually sneaking out everynight making friendships even closer...and more memorable... and the camp staff really doesn't bother to stay up and catch anyone. I met the coolest friends, the best girl, and just had the best summer social experience at this camp. Bottomline: For teens: A memorable summer social experience you will hold onto for a long time, this place is for you.""""For younger kids: You want to do that thing but never could find a place to try it. Lohikan probably has it. You can see all the activities on the web site
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8/13/06 |
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It was alright as far as camps go... lots of different activities to choose from. The food sucked, but what would you expect? You can always bring Cup-O-Noodles if you want. I had a counselor from Romania who ran away... she went on her day off and just never came back.. that was a strange experience, but none the less Camp Lohikan left me some interesting memories.
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6/18/06 |
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Wow, i cant believe the comments i read. Camp Lohikan was amazing!!! I loved everything about it and made the best friends of my life. The food wasn't amazing...but of course not! its CAMP FOOD! your not going to find better food in other camps. I only met one counselor i didnt like...and i met a lot of counselors. Camp lohikan is great...i highly reccomend it
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6/13/06 |
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I found my first summer at camp lohikan horrible. But it was my first time ever away from home. I have attended Camp Lohikan for over 4 years, and I am returning this year as a councelor and a music instructor. Camp Lohikan offeres 10x more than any other camp Ive ever visited. If you want a camp with a good swimming program, then find a camp with a swimming program, if you want one with a real lake, find one with a real lake. But if you want a place where you can try and experience literly hundreds of different things and activities, Id say go with Camp Lohikan. For me it' has been a place of self discovery, friendship, and countless good times. As for saftey at Camp Lohikan, there is little stealing, and the most dangerous activities are paired with some of the best staff you can find. My suggestion to new campers and future Lohikanites, Id say come with an open mindset, and be willing to try anything at least twice. - Garrett, Lohikan Alumni.
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5/28/06 |
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Lohikan is terrible. I went for two years and both times I was miserable. The staff was not very nice to me. My first summer there, one of my bunkmates poured Gatorade into my only sneakers. It never dried and I had nothing to wear on my feet.
My counselors did nothing.
The lake is full of leeches and germs because it's man-made. It's disgusting. People get lake-rash all the time.
Another thing: the FOOD. The food is unedible. They have a salad bar for lunch and dinner and cereal for breakfast, so I was living off cereal and tomatoes for the whole summer.
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4/17/06 |
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worst camp ever. i broke my arm and they gave me ice!?!?!. never go here go to windsor mountain international in NH
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3/30/06 |
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This was a good camp, i wish that i could stay there longer. The consulers are pretty cool and i like the lake
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