Each week the campers can sign up for the Agalog activity I lead, in which they are given various themes to address in their writing for the camp magazine. The themes range from Independence to Friendship to Courage to Passion. Nearly all the articles talk about lessons or experiences the girls have had at camp. Here are three of our articles, first in the “Passion” theme, the second from “Friendship", and lastly from “Responsibility". All three sum up so much of the depth and richness of camp life, I discovered as a first-year camper in 1963, and continue to discover with your young girls today.

By Leslie Weinberg, Cabin 13

I have many passions. Most of my passions tie to one thing: Camp Agawak. Agawak has given me a chance to find so many of my passions. I’ve tried many activities here, including Arts & Crafts, candle-making, archery, basketball and swimming. I have also found passions outside of activities at camp, like making friends and Final Four games.

My first Agawak passion is the Blue Team. From the moment joined the Blue Team started cheering, my love for this group began. Since that day, the Blue Team cheer  Fikey Ikus is tattooed on my brain and is never getting out of my heart, no matter how long I live.

Another one of my Agawak passions is basketball. I love basketball. Playing at camp inspired me to start playing at home, and it has made me a happier person.

Perhaps the most important passion Agawak has helped me to develop is making new friends. I have made so many friends at camp, that I know will turn into friendships that will last a lifetime.

Some people only have one passion. I am lucky enough to go to camp and to have so many. 

By Quincy Katz, Cabin H

Friendship to me is a spaceship going around the universe making you happy, laugh and feel alive. At first you need to learn how to start up the ship, and you need to get it going.

One of my best friends here at camp makes me feel like I've known her for centuries when I’ve actually only known her for five years. We were bunk mates our first year and the only thing we had in common was that we were super homesick that first week. But that was then. Now we have a lot more in common. We both love swimming and the beach and each other. 

Our friendship sparkles like a shooting star in space.

By Ava Menfi, Cabin H

 Being responsible at camp is very important. You are living with ten girls and not with your parents. You need to be nice and respectful to your cabin mates and counselors. You also need to be helpful and do your job in cabin clean up. Last year, when I got home from Agawak, everyone told me I had gotten more responsible and confident. Camp helped me achieve those things, and being more responsible has helped me do better at the things I love in life.