Special Activities & Events
Weekly Camp Traditions at a Glance
Camp DaKaNi's week is built around a handful of recurring traditions — cookouts, the Frog and Turtle Race, the Friday water fight, Council Fire, and the camp store. The sections below explain each one so families know what to expect and how to prepare.
Cookout Days
Cookout days are Tuesdays and Thursdays. Groups will cook out a simple lunch like tacos, camp pizzas, hot dogs, mac & cheese etc. Cookout days give campers the opportunity learn fire safety, cooking skills, teamwork and food safety.
Cookout Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Frog and Turtle Race
Every Wednesday Campers and Staff participate in a Frog and Turtle Race. Throughout the week, campers take care of any frog or turtle they find at camp. Campers may bring a frog or turtle from home. Camp DaKaNi is not responsible for a pet that is lost while at camp. Any frog or turtle caught at camp, must stay at camp.
Frog and Turtle Race: Every Wednesday
Water Fight
Every Friday afternoon after camp is cleaned up, any camper who would like to may participate in a water fight. Older and younger youth will have the water fight in separate areas. Large cups, or bottles work the best. Please do not bring water guns.Your child clothing will be dirty and wet. Please bring extra towels during pickup or send your child with an extra change of clothing.
Friday Water Fight
Council Fire
Council Fire is held at 10:30 am on Friday. Parents are invited to join us to celebrate a fun and successful week at camp. We will hand out activity awards and each group will be recognized. Enter Gate #3 (entrance with the large Camp DaKaNi sign) and park on the large field near the pond. You will be directed to the Council Fire area. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and weather appropriate clothing. The ceremony will be held outside. A complementary hot dog lunch will take place after the ceremony. Parents will also have an opportunity to see your Camper’s “Home in the Woods.” We encourage all campers to stay after lunch so they can help their group clean up their “Home in the Woods” and participate in the end of the day activities. If your child has purchased a camp shirt, please have them wear it on Friday for Council Fire.
Council Fire: Friday at 10:30 am
Camp Store
Our camp store is open daily. We have t-shirts and items to remember your camp experience. You may put money in your child’s online account or send child with cash or check.
Camp Store
Frequently Asked Questions
Which days are cookout days at Camp DaKaNi?
Cookout days are Tuesdays and Thursdays. Groups cook a simple lunch such as tacos, camp pizzas, hot dogs, or mac & cheese, and campers practice fire safety, cooking skills, teamwork, and food safety.
What is the Frog and Turtle Race?
Every Wednesday, campers and staff take part in a Frog and Turtle Race. Campers care for any frog or turtle they find at camp throughout the week. Campers may bring a frog or turtle from home, but Camp DaKaNi is not responsible for a pet that is lost while at camp, and any frog or turtle caught at camp must stay at camp.
When is the water fight, and what should my child bring?
The water fight happens every Friday afternoon after camp is cleaned up. Older and younger youth have their water fight in separate areas. Large cups or bottles work best — please do not bring water guns. Your child's clothing will be dirty and wet, so bring extra towels at pickup or send an extra change of clothing.
What happens at Council Fire, and can parents attend?
Council Fire is held at 10:30 am on Friday, and parents are invited to celebrate a fun and successful week. Activity awards are handed out and each group is recognized. Enter Gate #3 (the entrance with the large Camp DaKaNi sign) and park on the large field near the pond; you will be directed to the Council Fire area. Please wear flat, comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, as the ceremony is held outside. A complementary hot dog lunch follows the ceremony, and parents can see their camper's "Home in the Woods." Campers are encouraged to stay after lunch to help their group clean up and join the end-of-day activities. If your child purchased a camp shirt, please have them wear it on Friday for Council Fire.
How does the camp store work?
The camp store is open daily and offers t-shirts and items to remember the camp experience. You may put money in your child's online account or send your child with cash or check.
How do I register for camp?
Use the "CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!" link on this page to reach the online camper application and complete registration.
