Attention all Campers and Parents!

We’re excited at Everything Summer Camp, the home of C&N Footlockers, to share our latest product we've added to our trunk accessories collection. It’s our C&N Trunk Protector Bag to minimize the scuffs and scratches on your camp trunk during transit.

Of course we initially ship our trunks to you securely protected within a corrugated box—the ideal means of shipping a trunk. This method, however, isn’t always feasible for people and most folks opt to ship their trunks with no shipping container at all which means the trunk gets pretty roughed up.

This protective bag is super convenient and the next best thing to cardboard. Specifically designed to fit our popular Happy Camper size Camp Trunks, the C&N Protector Bag sees trunks through their shipping journey with considerably fewer scuffs and scratches than it otherwise would. 

With top-loading access and secure zipper closure make it a breeze to pack and unpack your camper's trunk. A clear pouch is conveniently included to display the shipping label, ensuring smooth transit and hassle-free identification. When your camper's trunk arrives at summer camp, the Trunk Protector Bag can be conveniently stored away in the built-in storage pouch.

The sturdy material of the nylon webbing handles run lengthwise across the bottom of the bag, providing not only secure and comfortable handling, but powerful support from the beneath the trunk as well to make for easy hauling.

We always strive to meet the needs of our customers, and that includes expanding our product offerings based on demand. While the C&N Trunk Protector Bag is currently available in black and for our Happy Camper size Camp Trunks, we're excited to announce that, based on your feedback, we may introduce more sizes and colors in the future. Stay tuned for updates as we continue to prioritize your trunk protection needs!

Ship with a little more security and order a C&N Trunk Protector Bag for your shipping needs this summer season. Give the product a closer look when you click right here. Thanks for reading and, as always, Happy Camping!

- John

Hey, Summer Lovers!

With the summer season officially upon us, we're excited to arrive at the Summer Solstice—the day the sun travels the longest path through the sky. The summer season is one of laughter, adventure, and basking in sun showers.

Many campers are already off, embarking on their summer camp stay for the season, shooting arrows, riding horses, and roasting s’mores. However, if your camp adventure has yet to begin, celebrate the brightest day of the year today by soaking up as much sunlight as you can and anticipating the summer fun that lies ahead.

Outdoor Adventure

Make this summer season your best one yet, kicking it off officially today on the Summer Solstice. Are you ready for an incredible journey filled with sunshine and endless fun! Here are just a few tips and pieces of advice to successful summer fun!

Soaking Up the Sun

Get your sunscreen ready; we're about to dive into a world of serious sunshine! From dawn to dusk, the sun calls us awake early in the morning and charges us with enough energy to squeeze the last bit of fun from the day late at night. Too much sun can create a painful or even dangerous circumstance without the proper protection. Make sure to stay safe this summer and use sunscreen. Shop our selection when you click right here.

Eating Out

When the sun is shining bright, it’s the perfect time to find yourself in the thick of an excursion through the wilderness! Don’t miss a second of the sunshine and enjoy your meals using our outdoor meal kits and cutlery while sitting on a stump, log, or just a clean piece of earth.

Taking a Dip When Temperatures Rise

When the sun gets to be too intense, there's no escape quite like a refreshing plunge into cooling waters. At our online store, we've got you covered with a wide range of swimwear options that combine style, comfort, and durability. Whether it's girls’ fashionable one-pieces or boys’ sporty swim trunks, our swimwear collection is designed to make every splash a fun summer experience.

The summer season is all about igniting our inner fire! It's a season of growth, discovery, and becoming the best version of ourselves. As the sun soars high in the sky, we rise to the occasion, embracing exciting challenges and stepping out of our comfort zones. Embrace the magic of the season and your summer camp journey. Enjoy the Solstice today. Thanks for reading and, as always, Happy Camping!

- John

Hey, Camp Preppers!

Are you looking for reliable and affordable camping gear for your camper's upcoming summer adventure? Look no further than the Gear Up brand, available right here at Everything Summer Camp. Gear Up offers a wide range of practical and durable camping essentials, including flashlights, lanterns, fans, and more your child needs for their time away.

With a big focus on convenience and affordability, Gear Up products are designed to enhance your camper's outdoor experience while keeping your budget intact. Get ready to gear up for action and make this summer camp season unforgettable!

Convenient and Effective Camping Gear

Gear Up understands the importance of reliable camping gear that simplifies outdoor living. With a range of products to ensure campers are well-equipped for the adventure awaiting them, Gear Up offers packing list items like powerful flashlights, compact lanterns, refreshing fans, and more.

Need to beat the heat? Gear Up fans offer a refreshing breeze during hot summer days. With a focus on functionality, quality, and ease of use, Gear Up products are designed to make your camper's experience more enjoyable and comfortable.

Affordability without Compromising Quality

At Everything Summer Camp, we understand that affordability is important when it comes to camp gear. Gear Up products not only excel in practicality and durability but also in affordability. It’s Gear Up’s philosophy that every camper should have access to high-quality, affordable equipment.

With Gear Up, you can have peace of mind knowing that your camper's gear is built to last without breaking the bank. From flashlights to lanterns and other camping essentials, Gear Up offers exceptional value, ensuring your camper is well-prepared for their summer camp adventures.

Ready for Action: Gear Up and Embrace the Outdoors

Gear Up products are designed to fuel your camper's sense of adventure. By equipping them with reliable gear, you're giving them the freedom to explore and immerse themselves in the wonders of the outdoors.

With Gear Up flashlights illuminating the path, lanterns casting a warm glow at the campsite, fans providing relief on hot days, and toiletry bags to carry and store essentials, your camper can fully embrace their camping experience. Gear Up products are not just practical tools—they’re the set design that creates the backdrop for unforgettable memories at camp.

Go with Gear Up to get affordable and convenient camping gear for your camper. From flashlights and lanterns to fans and more, Gear Up products offer practicality, durability, and exceptional value—the brand of choice for many summer camp parents. With Gear Up, your camper can confidently embark on their summer camp adventure, fully prepared to embrace the great outdoors.

Get ready to gear up and make this summer camp season an unforgettable experience for your camper. Explore the Gear Up collection at Everything Summer Camp today! As always, thanks for reading.

- John

Hey, Friendly Campers!

Summer camp is an incredible opportunity for kids to forge lasting friendships and create unforgettable memories. For some, making new friends can feel a little daunting, but fear not! Here are just a few tips and tricks to help your child achieve friendships at camp with ease.

Great Ways to Start Making Friends

From confident introductions to engaging icebreaker games and memory-boosting techniques, these strategies will empower your child to build meaningful connections and embrace the full camp experience.

The Power of Introductions

Introductions are a great way to show everyone at summer camp that you’re a nice person and looking forward to knowing them all better. Teach your child to introduce themselves by sharing their name and then ask their new acquaintance for theirs. A confident introduction conveys friendliness and establishes a positive first impression.

From there, your kid should show some interest in getting to know them. Coach your child to ask open-ended questions to spark conversation, such as, "How did you discover this camp?" or "Is this your first year here?" These initial questions show genuine interest and pave the way for meaningful connections to form.

Remembering All the New Names

Remembering names can be a challenge, but little tricks can come to the rescue to make playing the ‘name game’ much easier. Campers find it helpful to come up with a crazy sentence that uses the first letter of each person’s name. For example, if their cabin mates are Pat, Robin, Chris, Francis, and Bo, they can use the sentence "Pink Rabbits Can Fly Busses."

This playful technique is called a mnemonic device (pronounced new-mon-ick) and can be used to help solidify names in their memory, making interactions more personal and fostering a sense of belonging. Encourage your child to use these memory tools during conversations, addressing their cabin mates by name. It shows attentiveness and helps strengthen the bond among campers.

There are tons more great tips like this one for campers and parents alike in 'The Summer Camp Handbook,' a guidebook for all parts of your summer camp preparation. Check it out when you click right here.

Icebreakers—Fun Games to Break Down Barriers

Icebreaker games are fantastic tools to create laughter and camaraderie among campers. Have your child pick out a game or two to bring along for a fun activity, such as icebreaker questions or charades. These games provide an enjoyable platform for campers to get to know each other better, share interesting facts, and find common ground.

Personalized gear like our C&N Designer Trunks, a cool and colorful Personalized Bunk Floor Mat, or a plethora of other personalizable gear can serve as an excellent icebreaker as well. Something this cool can work as an instant conversation-starter that helps campers find common interests and forge connections from the start.

Making friends at summer camp is an essential part of the experience. The tips above are all ways to help your camper start making friends, but really, the experience of summer camp itself—eating together, trading stories, and sharing adventures establishes strong bonds. Make sure you send your camper off this summer with the tools to build beautiful friendships at camp. Thanks for reading and, as always, Happy Camping!

- John

With bow and arrow in hand, the weight of anticipation hangs heavy in the air at the archery range. A camper draws back the bowstring, their eyes locked on the distant target. After a moment to focus and releasing a deep breath, they release the arrow—piercing the air with sudden movement and swift speed. Its speed, however, carries on past the target, missing its mark.

While frustration sets in, this camper refuses to give up, returning to the range day after day to hone their skills. And in the coming weeks, something remarkable happens! They find they can hit bullseyes with precision! As the age-old saying goes, ‘Practice makes perfect.’

But how did this phrase come about and become so popular?

Roots of this saying date back hundreds of years, at least to the mid-1500s. That’s when an older variation of the phrase was first written down, but it was likely spoken for a long time before that. Instead of the familiar ‘Practice makes perfect,’ back then people said ‘Use makes mastery’ or sometimes ‘Use makes perfectness’.

As for the current form, ‘Practice makes perfect’, it seems to have come about 300 years later in the 1850s, found in the Diary and Autobiography of John Adams. The phrase was only cemented further into popular vernacular when a Swiss educational reformer J.H. Pestalozzi used it as a slogan in his teaching methods. The saying has since become a common idiom in English and is often used to encourage someone to keep practicing to improve their skills.

The concept of practice is woven into the very fabric summer camp. From mastering new sports and arts to acquiring valuable life skills, campers are encouraged to practice, practice, practice. Whether it's perfecting a dive, refining a painting technique, or nailing those bullseyes, the transformative power of dedication is at play.

Through practice, campers learn the importance of discipline, dedication, and continuous improvement and learn to unlock their potential in ways they never knew they could! Encourage your child to keep at their interests and practice them. After all, practice makes perfect! Thanks for reading and, as always, Happy Camping!

- John