The Camp Echo Lake Trail

Around the Campfire with Laurie

Posted by on November 10, 2015

Would you call Henry Ford, Walt Disney, Oprah, or Dr Seuss, failures? What would you say if you knew that they all technically “failed” early on in their career? While Henry Ford is known for his innovative assembly line and American-made cars, his early businesses failed…

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The Magic of Morry

Posted by on November 6, 2015

One afternoon around 15 or 16 years ago I walked passed a green SUV parked on the street.  I thought nothing of it at first glance, but then I stopped to do a double take.  The license plate on the SUV said, “4MORRY”.  What made…

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From Tony’s Clipboard and 70th Reunion Recap

Posted by on November 3, 2015

Some of the most special feelings that come with having been a part of Echo Lake since I was born is when the past, present and future all intersect.  I can’t think of too many places where they are as wonderfully intertwined as they are…

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Camp Echo Lake Community Statement and Bar/Bat Mitzvah Guidance: Part 2 of 2

Posted by on September 22, 2015

***As referenced in the Camp Echo Lake Community Statement and Bar/Bat Mitzvah Guidance: Part 1 of 2, below is the Bar and Bat Mitzvah Letter with information and reminders about navigating the social and emotional dynamics of upcoming Bar and Bat Mitzvahs:  Dear Families of our Campers…

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Camp Echo Lake Community Statement and Bar/Bat Mitzvah Guidance: Part 1 of 2

Posted by on September 22, 2015

Dear Echo Lake Families, We hope this letter finds you doing well as your child(ren) settle in to their school year.  As you know, Echo Lake is a community that emphasizes treating people with respect, building self-esteem, and generally spreading Warm Inner Glows. We wanted to take this…

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