The Metamorphosis of Homesickness
June 10, 2026
Our owner, Steve Baskin, has a famous letter from his first summer at camp. His mother received the letter in the mail a few days
Our owner, Steve Baskin, has a famous letter from his first summer at camp. His mother received the letter in the mail a few days
Another beautiful day at Camp Pinnacle! Day two of Junior Camp kicked off with boundless energy. A 7:30 wake-up gave everyone time to get settled
Good morning Camp Pinnacle! It is the first day of Junior Camp and everyone is so excited to jump right into the fun! With the
Junior Camp 2026 is officially here! We’re kicking off the summer with a week made just for our youngest campers, and we can’t wait to
In cartoons, the main character is often shown with an angel on one shoulder and a devil on the other, each offering opposing advice. But
Why We Think So Much About Youth Development Each year, our director team attends conferences and reads the latest research and literature to deepen our
At Camp Pinnacle, our three favorite words are “safety, safety, safety.” It’s our mantra, often recited by campers and staff as we head out for
This reflection was written by Steve Baskin, owner of Camp Pinnacle and current Board Chair of the American Camp Association. It reflects decades of leadership
As we head into 2026 and our final months of planning for your child’s arrival, safety is at the center of our work. Every time
Every year, I get the same question from parents:“Is my child ready for camp?” This year, I’m asking it myself. Our oldest son, Hobbs, turns