Before the start of camp, the sisters joyfully gather together to learn the craft projects that the girls will be doingDaily Mass at camp in the church at Burlington, the new retreat center in the United States, which has not yet been renovatedAfter Holy Mass, the day begins with the raising of the flagsThe sisters explain to the girls that they will be learning singing pieces in three-part harmony which will be sung at the Solemn High Mass on the last dayEvery day, the younger girls’ camp and the teen camp (seen here) have spiritual talks given by the Canons or one of the sistersAll of the campers dedicated about two hours a day on developing their craft projectsOne activity was bead embroidery on fabric that they sewed into rosary pouchesThe other activity were creations made out of cord and yarn, such as coasters, bowls, or basketsSome of the pieces made by the younger campersAnd the older girlsMany girls loved working on their corded creationsA new technique for the basket's handle that a young lady discoveredAnother young lady figured out how to use the same techniques to make a turtle!The days had ample time for outdoor running games and free time, followed by a nightly campfireDeo gratias!
