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A Beloved Bemis Tradition Continues at La Foret
Some summer traditions become part of the heart of a place. For generations of families, the Bemis School of Art’s summer "Art & Acting" day camps at La Foret have been exactly that: a beloved way for elementary-aged children to spend summer days immersed in creativity, community, imagination, and the beauty of our campus. This program is especially meaningful here because the story of the Bemis School of Art and the story of La Foret are deeply connected. Both are part of th
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Apr 12 min read


Exciting Changes: Introducing Taller & Smaller Camp for All Kids and Their Important Adults
One of my favorite camp memories was the 2022 Grand Camp. Seeing grandkids and grandparents spending such intentional time together after the pandemic waned was heartwarming. Grand Camp always sets the tone for summer camp season for us here at La Foret. So, you may be asking, “Logan, if you love it sooo much, why are you now calling it Taller and Smaller Camp?” I have heard people asking and saying, “Why the change? We love Grand Camp the way it is!” The short answer is, to
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Feb 192 min read


Walking the LIGHT Path: December Grief Retreat & Trainings
This December, The Refuge at La Foret is honored to host a multi-layered collaboration with The LIGHT Movement , bringing together...
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Aug 29, 20253 min read


Loss in Our Camp Community- A Letter From Logan
It is with the heaviest of hearts that I share the loss of one of our beloved camp counselors, Daniel Eatchel. Daniel had been struggling...
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Aug 4, 20252 min read


Finding Our Island of Sanity
In a world that so often feels fragmented, chaotic, and overwhelming, we all need places where we can exhale. Places where we feel safe...
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May 30, 20252 min read


New Event: Campfire Connection
Join us for the first-ever Campfire Connection — a new quarterly gathering at La Foret designed for reconnection, reflection, and camp-inspired joy. Rescheduled for June 6–7
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May 15, 20253 min read


Announcing a Bold New Leadership Program Rooted in Camp and Community
Forming courageous, compassionate leaders through the power of camp and community. The Refuge at La Foret and the Rocky Mountain...
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May 8, 20253 min read


Why Summer Camp Is More Important Than Ever – And Why It’s Worth It
Discover why sleep-away camp builds confidence, resilience, and independence in kids—and how The Refuge at La Foret supports families in making the leap.
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May 8, 20254 min read


Welcome to The Refuge Blog: A Home for Stories That Heal
Discover the heart of The Refuge in our new blog—a space for authentic stories, spiritual reflections, and community transformation. Join us around the digital fireside.
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May 8, 20251 min read
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