There’s truly nothing like celebrating the 4th of July at Camp Chen-A-Wanda. It’s not just a day on the calendar—it’s a full-on experience, a camp tradition bursting with pride, unity, and pure joy. From the moment the bugle rang this morning, the energy was off the charts. Campers and staff alike were dressed head to toe in red, white, and blue—faces painted, tutus twirling, flags waving, and USA spirit radiating from every corner of camp.
You could feel the excitement in the air. It wasn’t just the decorations or the outfits—it was the shared feeling of being part of something special. From our youngest Freshmen to our oldest CITs, everyone was all in—laughing, dancing, and soaking in every magical moment. The 4th of July at Chenny is about togetherness, pride, and joy, and today, that spirit was alive in every smile, high-five, and hug.
Our Chenny athletes had another incredible day of competition, showing up with heart and hustle:
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Middy Boys Hockey: CAW 8 @ Wayne 6
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Inter Boys Softball: CAW 8 vs. Westmont 0
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Collegiate Boys Lacrosse: CAW 1 @ Wayne 9
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Supers Boys Basketball: CAW 41 @ Westmont 21
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Supers Boys Basketball: CAW 36 vs. Morasha 48
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Middy Girls Basketball: CAW 14 vs. Starlight 6
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Collegiate Girls Soccer: CAW 7 @ Island Lake 2
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Senior Girls Softball: CAW 6 @ Westmont 7
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Super Girls Basketball: CAW 18 @ Wayne 19
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GC/CIT Girls Soccer: CAW 16 vs. Lavi 1
Win or lose, our campers played with heart, determination, and Chenny pride!
But the highlight of today wasn’t just in the games—it was in the kindness. Today, we celebrated one of the most meaningful honors at camp: our Kind Campers. These individuals consistently go above and beyond to show care, compassion, and kindness to those around them. We are so proud of them!
Kind Campers – Girls Side:
Harlow Fass, Noa Ockner, Fara Kimowitz, Charlotte Schwartz, Ava Nadel, Paige Cohen, Lulu Harris, Maya Park, Mollie Behar, Sydney Garnock
Kind Campers – Boys Side:
Logan Bank, Devin Luhrs, Evan Freeman, Mac Cohen, Noah Pease, Linus Itzkowitz, Beckham Tunis, Miles Geller, Harrison Pilkington, Sam Schrager, Gabe Horton
We also honored our Cleanest Bunks—because keeping your bunk neat and tidy matters!
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Boys Side: Bunks J & Q
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Girls Side: Bunks K & V
To cap off an unforgettable day, we threw an epic 4th of July party for the ages. Our party was outside under the nights stars and the weather was perfection. Campers and staff danced their hearts out—feet flying, voices singing, and smiles stretching from ear to ear. It was a night to remember, filled with pure camp joy and celebration. From light up rings and necklaces to a food extravaganza made this night just so special.
Days like this are what make summers at Chenny truly magical. From start to finish, it was a day overflowing with joy, energy, tradition, and heart.
Life is Great at Camp Chen-A-Wanda.