With so many girls gaining many experiences, each unique to their personalities, their home life, their own skills and interest, it is not surprising how many different answers came to the question, “How did Camp Maqua influence your life?” Jan Schrieber (left)(1962-70), now a Psychologist in San Francisco, was the creator of the Camp […]
Month: May 2019
Camp As A Confidence Builder–
Whether it was gaining confidence, being nurtured for the first time, or learning new skills in activities unknown to young girls before their arrival at camp, Maqua always had a reputation for their incredible staff leadership from the top down. “Camp was all about confidence in terms of getting along with people,” said Elaine […]
Camp Developed Leaders–
Camp Maqua developed some amazing leaders, not only on the camp grounds but later in life. Women in leadership roles influenced young girls at camp, whether they were aware or not. The young girls looked up to the counselors, who were in college attaining degrees in fields that women of the past dare not dream […]