American Camping Association Convention

Howdy Circle F Family,

Diana and I went to the American Camping Association National Convention again this year. The convention was held at Disney World so we did not have to go quite as far as last year. There were a ton of great classes on everything from new games, counseling skills, camper safety, creating communities, expanding the reach of camp, training staff, and making camp a year round philosophy. As you might imagine, we have a ton of great new ideas for the summer. Going to the convention always reminds us of the importance of camp in this new digital age.

It might seem that camp is just a fun place and that is the main ingredient. In truth, we design our programs to be both fun and to have a deeper impact on a persons life. At camp campers learn independence, creativity, self-confidence, decisions making, community living, and many other extremely valuable life lessons. Campers can explore themselves and try new things in an physically and emotionally safe environment. The best part is that we learn all of this while having an absolute blast. Diana and I truly believe in the power of camp to change lives and we see it happen every summer.

Our pregnant horse, Lightening, is showing signs that she is extremely close to giving birth. I am always checking in on her hoping to see her new baby. We will let you know as soon as she does and we will be sure to put up new pictures.

Also, as some of you may know, I have been raising chickens. My wife, Emily, and I have three hens (female chickens), two of which are laying eggs. The chickens are named Mary, Shirley and Flow (the three stooges). You will get a chance to meet the chickens this summer. I think the chickens love living at Circle F just as much as I do.

Fantastic Wishes,
Roger Hanafin
Assistant Director
Circle F Dude Ranch

New Website!!! New Brochure!!!

Howdy Circle F Family,

We have a new website and new brochure!!!

We know you are going to love the new features of our website. We are now able to host all of our pictures on our website. This means you will not have to sign in to see your pictures and you can download them for free. We have a new translator that translates the website into over 20 languages. There is an interactive map feature that shows you camp from space. You can even see what counselors are coming back under the "meet the directors" page. There is also expanded information on our Family and Women's Weekends. Of course you will see a ton of pictures. To visit the new website go to www.circle-f-duderanch.com. We hope you enjoy the new site and we would love to hear your feedback.

The new brochure went out on Monday. It is a whole new design and is earth friendly. Be sure to look and see if you are in the brochure. Because the brochure came out after the January 31st early registration date, we have extended the early registration discount to February 20th. If you have not registered for camp yet, be sure to do it before the 20th to take advantage of the discount.

Happy Valentines Day,
Diana and Roger