The Three Musketeers of Camp

Sunday morning saw a phenomenon called ‘free time’ appear on our schedules; with most people taking the opportunity to either see the sights, do a bit of shopping, have some down time, go to the beach, do work, sleep or practice incessantly (French horns and violins I’m talking to you).

Whilst the rest of us scamper off to our various activities and to general merriment of our own creating, I had a chance to canvas our three tireless Residential Coordinators (RC) about their week's so far. And so far, so good!

This year’s RC team are Katie Spicer (veteran RC of seven years), Matt Toffolon (once a camper, then a staff member, now RC) and Annette Brown (who declined the RC position a few years ago when her daughter was here for fear of “cramping her style”, but has latterly succumbed and done a couple since).

So what are the essentials for an R.C?

Annette: “Good pyjamas.” All kind of embarrassing situations can be overcome with the proper overnight attire. She bought special pyjamas for camp to avoid these situations this year.

Matt: “A book.” This is definitely the best way to pass the time in quiter moments between rehearsals, meals and "lights out" times.

Katie: “A first aid and sewing kit.” So handy in so many situations.

But whatever the hours of duty, the RCs are definitely a team. It's a case of one for all and all for one! 

 

by Felicity Haigh