THE SUSQUEHANNA LOOKOUT
June 30, 1963 |
Issue #1 |
Camp Susquehanna, New Milford, Pennsylvania 18834
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Indian Ceremonial
Saturday evening, June 29th, the whole camp met at the Intermediate
Division Ceremonial Grounds for the annual opening Indian Council Fire
Ceremonial. The Susquehanna Tribe, members of which are Willard Bright,
Chief, Jeff Riedle, Medicine Man, John Edwards, Drummer; and Larry Rose,
Joel Sheiman, Jeff Semar, all of whom participated in the ceremony.
After the calling of the Great Spirit for a happy and successful season,
each key staff member and Head Counselor was introduced by Mr. Smith.
The Head Counselors, then introduced the counselors of their respective
divisions and a few words were said by each.
Coup sticks were distributed by the Chief of the Susquehanna Tribe to
the various members. After the singing of Taps, the campers and
counselors quietly returned to their units. The 1963 Season under way.
Program Highlights This Week
Sunday - June 30th
9:00am - Sunday Services
2:15pm - Horseman Ride
7:15pm - Boating Period - Juniors
Monday - July 1st
7:15pm - Woodcraft Instruction
Tuesday - July 2nd
2pm - Intermediate Covered Wagon Trip
7pm - Horsemen - Overnight Horseback Trip
Wednesday - July 3rd
2pm - Group Photos
5pm - Cookout
Thursday - July 4th
7pm - Junior - Intermediate Baseball Game
7pm - Seniors & Intermediate Horseback Overnight Trip
9pm - Fireworks
Friday - July 5th
7pm - Boxing and Wrestling
9pm - Horsemen - Director's Inspection
Saturday - July 6th
7pm - Carnival
Sunday - July 7th
9am - Sunday Services
2pm - Horsemen Overnight Horseback Trip
7pm - Juniors - Boating Period
Welcome - 1963
June 28th was truly a big day at Camp Susquehanna, the climax of many
months of preparation and anticipation. I want to sincerely welcome with
great pleasure the splendid group of campers and staff of this 1963
season.
Susquehanna is at capacity enrollment, the campers and staff consisting largely of those who have been here in other seasons.
The program has been enlarged and enhanced in many ways - the result of
continual research calculated ways to improve. Then, as always, the
program is one of genuine camping, with opportunity for self-expression
and emphasis upon the activities for which there is little or no
opportunity at home. The Award system is as comprehensive and
encouraging as we can offer.
1963, like preceeding seasons, is not without its physical improvements.
Old campers have marveled at the many changes in recent years.
There is this year a newly constructed Riding Ring located on the front
section of the riding field. Built of commercially treated posts and
boards, and with an In Gate and one Out Gate, it represents a
magnificent addition to Camp facilities and will be enjoyed by everyone.
Of similar construction, the Paddock area was enlarged and built to
accomodate the horses. A new Judge's stand was also erected near the
Riding Ring. in other ares of the camp program and buildings, new
appliances were added to aid in providing benefits and advantages
offered in Susquehanna's unique camping experience. Campers are quick to
notice the meticulous maintenance, characteristic of Susquehanna, -
freshly painted buildings with well kept grounds and equipment.
In the herd of horses maintained by the camp, there are seven or eight
new ones this year, the total comprising a fine and well broken string
of horses.
It is our hope and aim that every camper will enjoy and benefit from
this season, and will derive endutring values from his associations and
experiences.
Robert T. Smith
Birthdays
Brian Rogers . . . . June 29th
W. Van Veenendaal. . July 1st
Jose Luis Guevara. . July 3rd
Mrs. Pearson . . . . July 4th
Charles Thavenot . . July 5th
George Bernheimer. . July 8th
Ceremony
On June 18th, a very pleasant ribbon cutting ceremony was held on the
Riding Field inaugurating the completion of the new riding ring. The
Camp Secretary, Mr. Pease, made a few opening remarks, cut the ribbon
and Mr. Smith entered and made the initial cirlce with his horse
"Dusty". Mr. Quattrocchi accepted the Riding Ring on behalf of the
Riding Staff of the 1963 Season and for all those who assisted with the
program in preceeding years. Refreshments were distributed.
The Following is a List of Horses of the 1963 Season, and Horsemen
Aitken, J. | (Own horse) |
Altman, J. | Volkswagen |
Aronson, R. | Black Diamond |
Bell, Ricky | Gambler's Choice |
Berkow, G. | Amos |
Breyre, C. | Smokey |
Bright, B. | Springtime |
Buxbaum, J. | Tinkerbell |
Casner, B. | Skyris |
Cryer, D. | My Fair Lady |
Edwards, J. | Champion |
Gerson, J. | Golden Echo |
Gindhart, B. | Why Not |
Goeckler, B. | Sweets |
Halle, N. | Patches |
Jarman, T. | Princess |
Jonas, D. | Devil's Ghost |
Kille, D. | Red Sun |
Kimmel, B. | Hurgo |
Lawson, J. | Fugitive |
Morgan, L. | Gray Boy |
Pardun, B. | Jelly Belly |
Ponerantz, M. | Scout |
Rogers, B. | Amber |
Rose, L. | Chunk |
Rose, R. | General |
Schallek, B. | Georgie Porgie |
Semar, J. | Sandy |
Sheiman, J. | Jack |
Shivers, J. | Commander |
Silverman, M. | Shady Lady |
Transue, A. | Flash |
Zurick, B. | Quincy |
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