An Outfit in the Life of a Camp Counselor

Hey everyone! So it's been a little while since my last post. For those of you who don't know, I spend just about my entire summer working at a wonderful place in Burlington, Kentucky known as YMCA Camp Ernst. Camp counselors are a rare breed (clothing and personality wise) and those on the outside looking in might have a critical word about our daily attire. I can describe our style in three words; comfortable, cool, and care-free. As camp counselors, we put all of our energy into making memories for the kids; which doesn't leave much time for ourselves. Aside from that, dressing as crazy as we do is just another way to set a a positive example. Camp is a judgement-free zone where everyone is encouraged to simply be themselves. Friendships are built off of who we are, not what we wear.

Pictured to the left is my Unit Leader and good friend, Lindsey Steller. Believe it or not, this is the type of outfit we wear on a daily basis. I'm going to touch on three things that Lindsey is wearing here; the baseball hat, fanny pack, and Chaco sandals.
Baseball hats, bucket hats, and visors are often worn by camp counselors to tame hair and shield their eyes from the sun. Most of us have hats in a variety of colors and styles.
While some counselors carry around backpacks every day, others keep it simple by using fanny packs. The fanny pack is a staple camp item because it holds the basics: our weekly schedule, band-aids, bug-spray, chap stick, a deck of cards (for any spontaneous game-playing), and so much more.
Lastly, Lindsey's Chaco sandals are a very functional item that many camp counselors wear. They are light-weight, supportive, and perfect for any camp occasion.
Chaco's motto, "fit for adventure" is a great way to describe our camp style. Our practical and versatile attire allows us to be prepared for any activity/situation that comes our way and lets us each shine our own light.

I hope you now understand and appreciate camp style and the meaning behind it.

Thanks for stopping by & stay trendy!
xoxo, Emma