\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWhile looking at the American Camp Association website, we came across this interesting list of celebrities and leaders who grew up attending summer camp.\r\n\r\nWe here at Rockbrook know that camp is a place that fosters creativity, independence, character development, curiosity, inspiration, fun and leadership. Just take a look at the list and you will agree […]
It was back in 1888 when the mother and father of Nancy Carrier, Rockbrook’s founder, used $100,000 to buy the Goodwill Plantation down in central South Carolina. This is where Nancy was born and lived until she moved to the mountains of North Carolina, where Rockbrook Camp is currently located. Two of the smaller cabins […]
Each year the Rockbrook staff participate in the American Camp Association Annual Conference. It is held in different locations around the country and features different speakers, camp suppliers, and opportunities for networking and sharing. Last year we had the pleasure of traveling to San Diego, CA where we really enjoyed the keynote speaker, Michael G. […]
The Rockbrook House, also known as The Clarke Carrier House, is located in the center of Rockbrook’s property. It was built in 1895 by Henry Peck Clarke, father of Rockbrook’s founder Nancy Carrier. Clarke hired Richard Sharp Smith, supervising architect of The Biltmore House, to design his mountain home. The house was completed in 1895, […]
During our camp reunion back in August, one of the highlights for the alumnae was sliding down our brand new water slide. The tower stands at 30 feet high and the vinyl slide itself slides for 50 feet. It is so much fun to climb the tower and then fly down the slide to the […]
We were so happy to learn of the recent nuptials of Rockbrook alumna Kristin Abele. Kristin and her husband James were married on January 14th in Key Biscayne, Florida. A mini Rockbrook reunion took place as Kristin’s sisters Lauren and Madi (both former campers), as well as Anne Romatowski and Kelley Hubbell were in attendance. […]
While driving out to Rockbrook recently we spotted this amazing rainbow! If there was a pot of gold to be found, where better than to find it at RBC? I wonder where it would be? Maybe near the Junior Lodge, Castle Rock, Rockbrook Falls or Dunns Rock? Where do you think it would be? […]
We just received this years Carrier Pigeon- hot off the presses and it is dedicated to YOU- the Rockbrook Alumnae who keep the spirit of Rockbrook alive all over the world! Thank you for being such wonderful supporters of the scene of your girlhood dreams! Here’s to 90 more summers of fun, friendship, memories and […]
Did you know that in the 1920’s the power for most of Rockbrook was created by a water wheel? In 1923, a water wheel was installed just below the lake and dam to run the electricity for the camp. The water wheel came from the Federal Distillery right across the road from camp. The Distillery […]
The 2011 Carrier Pigeon, our annual summer yearbook, is at the printer right now in preparation for sending out over the holiday. It is filled with so many wonderful stories and memories of the past summer. There are so many highlights, we thought we would share a few with you! The fun, friends and feeling […]
The holidays are officially here when Brevard celebrates with the annual Holiday Parade and Twilight Tour. If you are in the area come on over to Brevard this weekend and join the fun. The Twilight Tour will be held on Saturday, December 4 from 11-4 in the downtown shopping district. Highlights of the day will […]
During this time of Thanksgiving, we here at Rockbrook wanted to take a moment and share some of the things that we are thankful for. Camp life reminds us to be thankful for the simple gifts and joys that surround us everyday and make life so special. Here are some of our highlights: the sound […]
Since 1921, Rockbrook has offered swimming lessons to campers of all skill levels using the Red Cross swimming system. In those early years swimming was required each day for every girl. After an 8 week session ( there was only one session of camp back then) you would be a fantastic swimmer! Rockbrook also taught […]
Who does not remember the excitement and nerves that came with your first summer camp dance? Multiple generations of Rockbrook Girls have participated in this summer ritual. The dances originally were held in our Dining Hall (see photo above) but are currently held in our Gymnasium. They are usually held once or twice a session, […]
One of the traditional mountain crafts that is still taught at Rockbrook today is basketweaving. Curosty, our weaving and basketry center, has been the home of this mountain activity since Rockbrook’s founding in 1921. With its location right next to the creek, it is the ideal sight to learn this ancient art. Campers soak their […]