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Philosophy

The Camp Mowglis Philosophy

In a setting of forests, lakes, and mountains, Mowglis provides a wholesome learning experience through which campers develop confidence, independence, personal strength, a sense of responsibility towards others and the environment…and have a TON of FUN!



Each Mowglis camper builds strong friendships and learns lessons that last a lifetime. From the youngest Cub to the oldest boys of the Pack, each is a valued member of the Mowglis family. At camp we focus on personal growth, character development, and community building.


Camp Mowglis Core Values


  • Treat each other with kindness
  • Respect the natural life that surrounds us
  • Give to others with generosity of heart
  • Lead when called to lead; follow when called to follow
  • Be the first to volunteer and the last to complain
  • Find the best in every moment
  • Have the wisdom to know what is right and the courage to act
  • Dare to be the best you can be
  • Act with humility

Growing as an individual


Mowglis offers a personal growth experience for every individual in our community. We encourage the boys to become well-rounded individuals, and to challenge themselves physically, mentally, and emotionally while learning competence, confidence and respect. The structure of the program, and its goal-oriented approach keeps campers motivated to try new things, and to excel in their efforts at all levels of ability.


Along with the practical skills that are learned through the program, boys gain confidence in themselves. Campers participate rather than observe and try new things in a supportive environment. They also experience the satisfaction associated with realizing their goals and being recognized by peers and staff. Recognition like earning ribbons, admission to the Inner Circle, honor hiking squads and racing crews are a big part of the Mowglis experience.


Developing a strong sense of character


At the core of the Mowglis mission is a commitment to create youth of sturdy character based on the establishment of the timeless values of honesty, integrity, compassion, and respect for others. Pursuit of these values lays the foundations for everything we do. At Mowglis, we simply try our best in everything we do. This means being sincere and thoughtful and displaying sound judgment by choosing right over wrong in both word and deed.


Learning to live as a member of a community


At Mowglis, the benefit of a seven week residential program is hard to replicate. It gives each camper the opportunity to learn the patience and tolerance that naturally occur as a diverse community lives and grows together. Part of each camper’s personal growth is gaining respect for those around him. Campers also gain respect for nature by living in beautiful outdoor surroundings.


A healthy group experience provides the opportunity for a camper to feel a part of, and contribute to, something larger than himself. It teaches honesty, respect for others, and cooperation in a way that is felt deeply and lasts a lifetime. Colonel Alcott Farrar Elwell, Director of Mowglis for 50 years, wrote this in 1943 “Mowglis has striven to quicken, unfold, and develop the good which is inherent in every boy’s character; and to bring him the companionship and friendship of the finest type of boys and men, and to establish the foundation for successful group adjustment.”


Col. Elwell identified the value of group adjustment, and at Mowglis we feel the benefits of our group experience cannot be replicated in any other setting. We believe the lasting value of the experiences and education gained at Mowglis are vital to the health of the youth of today and leaders of tomorrow. The desire to pass on the spirit of Mowglis, and thus contribute to the welfare of our society, keeps trustees, alumni, staff, and camper families connected and motivated to make Mowglis thrive.


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The Mow-Trow Gear Exchange: Smart & Sustainable Gear Sharing:

If your son has outgrown Mowglis uniform items (aka Mow-Trow) that are still in good shape, please add them to this spreadsheet. If you’re looking for Mow-Trow or other gear (hiking boots, backpacks, etc.), you can check out this spreadsheet, and if you find what you’re looking for, contact the parent who posted it up and either arrange for shipping (or to pick it up if you live in the same area).

 

The best way to pay for shipping will be for the family with the items to box them up and bring them to a UPS Store and have the parent receiving the items call the store with their credit card number. That is how we send lost and found items at the end of the summer, and it works quite well. Please note when items have been claimed once they have been. Any unclaimed items can be brought to camp on arrival day or shipped to camp.

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Protect Your Investment: Program Protector Tuition Insurance:

Program Protector, tuition insurance, is now available for purchase during the online registration process.

 

If purchased, may protect up to the full cost of your son’s session and include various other benefits should the need arise.

 

To buy this coverage, please go HERE.

 

Determine if Program Protection Tuition Insurance is right for you by going HERE.

Please be in touch if you have any questions about this program. 

 

PLEASE submit all camper forms by May 15th. There aren’t too many forms; all are important, and most can be completed right online.

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Keeping Campers Safe: Our Tick Management Approach:

How do you manage the threat of ticks?

While we have fewer ticks in NH than in more southern New England states, we still take ticks extremely seriously.

 

Here are some big-picture ways we protect our campers from ticks:

 

  • Our defense starts with staff education – all campers and counselors are taught what, where, and when to look for, and we have the campers do tick checks at least daily and every time they’ve been out in the bushes.
  • If a tick is found embedded on a camper while at camp, he will go to the nurse for removal and bite-site mapping, and then the tick is saved, and the camper will be monitored daily for any signs of infection.
  • If there is a parental desire or signs of infection, the tick is sent to a lab for testing.
  • We have bottles of bug spray throughout camp and on all trips.
  • We cut back brush to minimize the chance of ticks hopping onto folks as they walk around camp.

Mowglis Boys Summer Campers are Family

Our families know that Mowglis overnight summer camp for boys aged 7-15 is an extraordinary place. This is due in no small part to the wonderful families who have chosen our outdoor leadership camp for their sons. In joining the Mowglis family, you help us pass the torch, carrying on the tradition of summer camp to future generations and other families across the country.

 

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for becoming part of the Camp Mowglis family. Please help us spread the joy of camping. If you know of someone you’d like to invite to join our camping family, please complete our camp referral form so we can reach out.

 

Thank you – and see you soon!

Nick Robbins, Director

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