summer camp 2015 at camp Ligonier

Summer Camp 2015 at Camp Ligonier

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I have a unique opportunity to go on a two day retreat this summer. This retreat is part my training for a position that I am working for the 2015-2016 college term. As I am officially dubbing this trip “summer camp 2015,” I want to share all of my photos because nature snapshots always look great! I must admit that I am a mall type of girl, so summer camp is not my cup of tea, but the trip is not bad at all. Camp Ligonier is located in Ligonier, PA. The sign in the thumbnail is located at the top of a pretty steep, dirt hill. I consider it the official sign of the camp.

This is perhaps my favorite picture, which I call Travel Yoga. I am doing my yoga right out on the deck between my cabin and the neighbors.

Doing yoga at summer camp
Doing yoga at summer camp

When you stand at the railing of the deck, this is the view of the forest next to the cabins.

Woods outside of the cabin
Woods outside of the cabin

Here is the entrance to our cabin. Ours is actually built in memory of two people, which is pretty special to me.

Entrance to my cabin
Entrance to my cabin

This is the view when you stand on the deck and look straight up.

Tops of the trees
Tops of the trees

This is the view when you stand on the deck and look straight ahead. If you walk there, you will end up in a small parking area, and eventually the pool.

Random tree trunk
Random tree trunk

This begins the pictures of the main trail, after walking up the previously mentioned steep hill.

A forest in the distance
A forest in the distance

Along the path there is a random climbing wall.

Climbing wall at camp
Climbing wall at camp

The path has a beautiful view of the horizon, making the steep climb much more worth it.

Horizon of trees along the path
Horizon of trees along the path

As I am walking down the trail, this is the view ahead. This picture 100% qualifies to be a default desktop picture for Microsoft, am I right?!

Walking down a path lined with trees
Walking down a path lined with trees

Here is another image from along the trail.

More trees along the path
More trees along the path

The trail ends in a huge clearing with a breathtaking skyline, fire pit, and firewood storage.

Horizon at the top of the hill
Horizon at the top of the hill

At the fire pit I am experiencing my first ever legit marshmallow roasting. Let me tell you, a campfire makes your eyebrows feel like they are being fried off of your face!

Fire pit
Fire pit

Here is where the firewood is stored for the fire pit.

Fire wood storage
Fire wood storage

Because the skyline at the top of this hill is so breathtaking, I am taking many photos of it. Sadly, the pictures do not do it justice!

Skyline at top of hill
Skyline at top of hill
Skyline at top of hill
Skyline at top of hill
Skyline at top of hill
Skyline at top of hill
Skyline at top of hill
Skyline at top of hill

Instead of walking back the way I came, I want to explore and look for a new path. Here is a grassy path that I have never seen before, that somehow also looks like a desktop wallpaper.

Walking down a grassy path
Walking down a grassy path

Here is another view of this “secret” grassy path as I keep walking.

Walking down a grassy path
Walking down a grassy path

Another lovely shot of the horizon along the grassy path.

Horizon along a grassy path
Horizon along a grassy path

As I keep going, a random wood dock emerges! I have no idea what this is for, considering there is no water.

Wood dock on the path
Wood dock on the path

Of course, I have to get on top of the dock.

Walking on the wood dock
Walking on the wood dock

Located opposite of the dock is a hill with wood benches.

Wood benches on a hill
Wood benches on a hill

I know this is a picture of a piece of wood, but I am aiming for a super artistic photo here!

Wood pole in the ground
Wood pole in the ground

As I continue down the path, I am making my way back to main camp.

Dirt path leading back to main camp
Dirt path leading back to main camp

The horizon as I am headed back to main camp.

Horizon along the grassy path
Horizon along the grassy path

You can barely see the roof of the pool building in this shot.

Horizon showing the roof of the pool building
Horizon showing the roof of the pool building

Here is the basketball court which is next to the game pavilion.

Basketball court
Basketball court

Next are a few pictures of the dining hall and another building.

Dining hall
Dining hall
Side view of the dining hall and another building
Side view of the dining hall and another building

There is a large, grassy field next to the dining hall. It provides the perfect photo-op for group photos!

Grassy field
Grassy field

Here is the dining hall again.

Dining hall
Dining hall

The cabins have no windows, just wire mesh. I am glad for no rain during this summer camp 2015 trip!

Side view of my cabin
Side view of my cabin

Here is my bed, where I am using a sleeping bag as a comforter.

My bed at camp
My bed at camp

This is the inside of the cabin when you stand at the back and face the front door.

Standing at the back of the cabin facing the front
Standing at the back of the cabin facing the front

Here is another view of my bed and of the top bunk.

Another view of my bed
Another view of my bed

The ceiling of the cabin.

The ceiling of the cabin
The ceiling of the cabin

This is the inside of the cabin when you stand at the front and face the back.

Standing at the front of the cabin and facing the back
Standing at the front of the cabin and facing the back

Overall, I have no problem with going on this trip again. It will be nice to go when it is not 90 degrees outside to avoid being sweaty all day. I think summer camp is a really great way to relax and just let go of the burdens of life for a while. That being said, be sure to share your summer camp 2015 pictures or anything regarding trips from this summer in the comments. I cannot wait to hear about your experiences and until next time (but before next summer), remember to continue to let your true beauty shine.

Amanda
Amanda
Amanda Vitale is an SEO Assistant Manager and obsessed with all things related to beauty and style. She connects with and inspires woman and men around the world to allow their true beauty to shine with practical tips, honest reviews, affordable products, and inspirational examples. Amanda's passion for blogging stems back over 13 years, and having this corner of the internet to call her own is her pride and joy.
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