Happy Halloween!

Let's dive into the magical world of Halloween and discover how it all began with the amazing adventures of Saint Patrick! WAIT!! Saint Patrick?!?!  What’s he got to do with Halloween?! Well, it’s an interesting story. Let me tell you about a time long, long ago—before Halloween was even a thing…

Back then, people celebrated a special festival called Samhain. People would light bonfires and wear spooky costumes to scare away ghosts. Sounds a bit like Halloween, right?

Now, let's fast forward to Saint Patrick's time. He was a brave and adventurous guy who went on amazing journeys. But did you know he was also the one who helped turn Samhain into Halloween?

How did he do that?

Well, he was captured by Irish pirates when he was just a teenager and taken to Ireland as a slave. After six years, he escaped and went back to his family. But instead of staying home, he decided to go back to Ireland to spread the word of Christianity.

With his trusty staff in hand, Saint Patrick traveled all over Ireland, telling stories and making new friends. He even baptized thousands of people and built churches. He was a true evangelical, spreading love and joy wherever he went!

So how did this celebration turn into Halloween? It was the Christian movement in Ireland (thanks to good ol’ St. Patrick) that delivered the Samhain traditions to the converted Irish Christians. It was in the 8th century that Pope Gregory III announced November 1st as a day to honor all saints.

He called it All Saints Day. Hallow, being another word for holy or saintly was commonly used in those times. Over the years, instead of calling it ‘All Hallow’s Eve’ (also known as All Saint’s Eve) people started calling it ‘Halloween’. And to this day, it still incorporates some of the traditions of Samhain.

So, the next time you dress up in a spooky costume or carve a pumpkin, remember the incredible journey of Saint Patrick and how he helped make Halloween so awesome. Happy Halloween, everyone! Have a spook-tacular time trick-or-treating and enjoying a good scare! Till next time.

- John

Hey, History Buffs!

Ever wondered about the story behind those trusty camp trunks that tag along on all your summer adventures? Well, buckle up because we're about to take a trip through time and unravel the fascinating history of these nifty storage buddies!

Blast from the Past: Biblical Trunks

Ancient times and epic tales from The Bible call upon some seriously legendary trunks like the Ark of the Covenant and Noah's Ark. Ark is just an old word for chest. The Ark of the Covenant, described in the Old Testament, was a sacred chest believed to house the stone tablets inscribed with the Ten Commandments.

Then there’s Noah's Ark. You might think to yourself, but that was a giant boat, not a trunk. They called it an Ark for a reason, though. This massive vessel had to keep all its passengers—humans and animals—safe throughout a colossal flood.These legendary trunks symbolize protection, preservation, and divine guidance.

Warriors and Their Trunks: Civil War Edition

Fast forward to the American Civil War, where soldiers had a different kind of trunk on their hands – the limber chest. These bad boys were like the superheroes of storage, carrying all the essential supplies and ammo right into the heart of battle. Talk about tough trunks serving on the front lines!

Dowry Chests

Now, let's zoom into the cozy corners of domestic life, where hope chests, also known as dowry chests, took center stage. Imagine young brides-to-be collecting treasures like linens and dishes, dreaming of their future homes and happy lives. These magical chests were like time capsules full of hope, love, and big dreams for the future!

Fast forward again to modern times, where camp trunks are the unsung heroes of summer camp adventures! From storing your snazziest camp gear to keeping your favorite snacks safe, these trusty trunks have your back. They're not just containers – they're symbols of freedom, fun, and friendship at camp!

So, there you have it, folks – the incredible journey of camp trunks through history! From biblical sagas to wartime heroics and domestic dreams, these versatile trunks have seen it all. So, the next time you're packing up for camp, remember the epic tales behind your favorite summer sidekick—your camp trunk! Thanks for reading, Camp Folks! And, as always, Happy Camping!

- John

Hey, Camp Families!

Summer camp is a time for adventure, but between opening and closing day, there's often a logistical challenge: moving your trunk from the parking lot to the cabin and back again. This task can be daunting, especially when your trunk is fully packed and the terrain is rough. Enter the C&N Wheel Away System—a revolutionary solution designed to make transporting your trunk the easiest part of your camp experience!

The C&N Wheel Away System features large, 4″ PVC wheels that provide exceptional maneuverability across various terrains, from gravel paths to uneven campground surfaces. With this innovative system, campers can effortlessly move their fully-packed footlocker from point A to point B without breaking a sweat.

But how did the idea for the Wheel Away System come about? It all started with a simple question: how can we provide campers with the convenience of wheels without the risk of damage?

Before the Wheel Away System, other trunk makers offered trunks with built-in wheels. While this provided convenience, it also posed a significant problem: the wheels were prone to damage considering the rough and tumble trunks endure as they’re tossed into car trunks or stowed away on airlines. With the wheels permanently affixed, damaged wheels would leave the whole trunk unusable.

We set out to develop a solution that would offer campers the flexibility to have wheels when they needed them and remove them when they didn't. Thus, the C&N Wheel Away System was born!

Now, campers can easily attach the Wheel Away System to their trunk when it's time to move and remove it when they arrive at their destination. This innovative approach not only eliminates the risk of damaged wheels but also enhances the overall versatility of the trunk.

So, the next time you're gearing up for summer camp, don't forget to equip your trunk with the C&N Wheel Away System—the easiest way to transport your trunk wherever adventure takes you. Thanks for reading, Camp Fans! And, as always, Happy Camping!

- John

Hey, Organized Camp Folks!

With everyone gathered outside the cabin, waiting to embark on a day-long trip through the rugged wilderness, a lone camper is still inside desperately searching through her gear and camp supplies for her bug spray—the pressure of holding up the company mounting. Just as she started to consider giving up, a fellow camper came back for something and noticed the first camper in distress.

“What do you need?” The second camper said. “Bug spray? Check it out. I have some extra you can use in my organizer.” She went into one of the many pockets on the Bunk Organizer that hung from her camp bunk and took out her surplus spray.

While it may not be listed on most camp packing lists, the Bunk Organizer has revolutionized the way campers keep their essentials tidy and accessible. With 16 pockets of various sizes, it's designed to hang vertically on the foot or side of a bunk, providing a convenient storage solution for all kinds of items you want handy.

The idea for the Bunk Organizer was born in the early 2000s when Matt, the Sales Director here at Everything Summer Camp, visited camps and noticed campers struggling to keep accessible all the items they want to keep close by over the course of the night: books, diaries, flashlights, bug spray, a watch, footwear, water bottle, inhaler, eyeglasses, or what have you!

He immediately recognized the need for a more versatile solution.

When Matt returned from his trip, he explained the difficulty he witnessed to our product development team when it came to these ‘nightstand items’. The team put their minds to the situation, conceptualized a new product, and created a solution to the struggle.

Matt has since seen the Bunk Organizer in action and can attest to its convenience at summer camp. “The Bunk Organizer has transformed cabin living for campers!” he told me. “It’s such a practical accessory that makes life away from home work a little better and saves them time from searching for misplaced items.”

Get a closer look at the Everything Summer Camp Bunk Organizer when you click right here. Or, if you prefer, take a look at our Bunk Organizer with the personalization option by clicking here. Thanks for reading, Everyone. And, as always, Happy Camping!

- John

Hey, Camp Folks!

If you’ve ever shopped our site before, then you already know—we’re Everything Summer Camp, your one-stop shop for everything on your child’s camp packing list. However, when we first started making trunks in 1987, we didn’t offer any camping gear or other trunk accessories at all.

Several years later we added wheels and then came our nameplates and padlocks a little further down the line. And for a long time these were the only three accessories we offered.

It was 20 years on before we added another accessory and the first one we added was the Snap-On Duffle which was our first product all about summer camp. Back then we had never sold a product that focused completely on summer camp. In fact, we weren’t even called Everything Summer Camp yet.

This duffle, however, was designed as an extension of a camper’s camp trunk to accommodate kids whose packing lists were just a bit too big for our trunks. Our original design for the Snap-On Duffle was only compatible with our Traditional Steel and Designer Trunks and we had another duffel—the Piggy Back—which was compatible with our Pop Up Soft Trunks.

No other duffel attaches perfectly to your camp trunk like our Snap-On Duffle found only here at Everything Summer Camp—the home of C&N camp trunks! Common for moving bulkier items like pillows and other bedding, this accompanying duffel is as simple as can be! It snaps onto our camp trunks within seconds so you can move both pieces as one!

Make transportation to and from your summer camp cabin as easy as possible with this cool idea that moves your trunk and duffle as one unit. Thanks for reading. And, as always, Happy Camping!

- John