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Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Camp Lenox holds a special place in the hearts and minds of those who have attended as campers or staff members. Although it was many years ago that I was a camper, the memories are still so clear. Memories of playing cricket for the first time in my life on the 4th of July and getting thrown in the lake on Camp Birthday. I remember the Pittsfield Tournament, finding a hatchet in a Hatchet Hunt, and the thrill of being called down to the flagpole.
If you're like me, some of your most vivid memories are the people. People who were complete strangers to you at the beginning of the summer. By the end of the summer, however, it felt like you had known them forever. People you may have only spent a short time with and have since lost contact with. Then, after getting back in touch (sometimes after many years), you can pick up right where you left off. The reason? You share that special bond which is Camp Lenox.
We hope that the Alumni section of this website provides you with a chance to recall and share fond memories, reconnect with old friends and possibly make some new ones.
Justin Bergen
THE MOSS FAMILY in association with NORTHEAST SUMMER CAMPS present "CAMP LENOX" for KIDS AGES 7-16 founded in 1918
A TRADITIONAL BOYS & GIRLS SUMMER CAMP located in LEE, MA in the BERKSHIRE MOUNTAINS at an elevation of 1700 FT.
owned and directed by MONTY, RICHARD & STEPHANIE MOSS with camp dogs OLIVER & MATTIE accredited by the ACA
featuring EXCELLENT ATHLETIC INSTRUCTION in BASEBALL, BASKETBALL, HOCKEY, SOCCER, TENNIS & WATERSPORTS
summer address CAMP LENOX 2042 N. MAIN ROAD LEE, MA 01238 TEL 413-243-2223 directions to camp
winter address CAMP LENOX P.O. BOX 75-9900 CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33075 TEL 954-340-6634
with campers from NEW YORK, NEW JERSEY, CONNECTICUT, MASSACHUSETTS, PENNSYLVANIA, WASHINGTON, D.C., CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, SANTO DOMINGO, PARIS,
TOKYO, MADRID, and ROME
4 Comments
I remember Justin when he was a Brave,andhave pictures to prove it.
I also remember Justin and the rest of his family.Brother of anonymus. Bet JJ and Vid guess who we are.
The summers of '74 and '75 which I spent at Lenox are still entirely vivid. No summer memories have ever held a "torch" to them in the 33 years that have passed. In my mind I still see virtually every detail of the camp's topography, the fields, the lake...how is that possible?
Now, I have this idea about sending my son and daughter to Lenox all the way from here in Southern California. It seems like stretch, but who knows? They're only four, so maybe when they're a bit older.
I had the distinction of growing up in Great Neck with Monty Moss as my gym teacher, and my pals (Bobby & Simon) and I were the only kids at Saddle Rock School that went to Lenox back then. We were so proud!
I can relate to this. I worked at Lenox in 75, 76, and 77. quite possibly the best learning experience I had. 40 years on I still remember words of wisdom passed on by Monty Moss and Jack Rohan . . . fantastic concept, brilliant people, lasting values. Learnt so much.
Would also send my kids if possible. New Zealand is a bit too far away unfortunately.
John B
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