Monday, Dec 15, 2014
The camp's focus will be on team building and developing leadership qualities
by Sam Rivera
The all-new Bronc Camp is a three-day, two-night experience available for the first time ever to second year students. The camp will be held over winter break from Jan. 23 through 25 in the Poconos at Spruce Lake Resort in the Poconos. A registration fee of $25 is due by Tuesday, Dec. 16 and includes transportation, meals, lodging and workshops.
The focus this year will be on team building and developing leadership qualities to help second year students with the confidence they need to commit to their major of choice, and get even more connected to the Rider community and to one another. The camp was organized by Christine Mehlhorn, associate director in the Office of First and Second Year Programs, and Dianna Clauss, assistant director of campus life for recreation programs.
"Not only do students get to increase leadership qualities, but they also get to make friends and network by getting to know their fellow peers through various activities and workshops," Mehlhorn says. "Lastly, and most importantly, students will be able to get to know themselves better in order to maximize their time here at Rider."
Melhorn also sees the Bronc Camp as a place to relax and have fun. Rider hopes to expand the program in the future.
Space is limited to 20 students and the deadline to sign up is Dec. 16, so students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For more program details or any questions, contact Christine Melhorn at [email protected].
Below, please find a tentative roster for the three-day event (subject to change):
Friday, January 23
3 p.m. Depart Rider
5 p.m. Arrive at Camp
5:15 p.m. Dinner
6 p.m. Getting to know each other
7 p.m. to 11 p.m. BRONC CAMP Activities/Movie Night
Saturday, January 24
8 a.m. Breakfast
9 a.m. BRONC CAMP Activities
12 p.m. Lunch
1 p.m. High Ropes Course
5 p.m. Dinner
7:30 p.m. BRONC CAMP Activities/Campfire (weather permitting)
Sunday, January 25
8 a.m. Breakfast
9 a.m. BRONC CAMP Activities
11:30 a.m. Depart Camp
1:30 p.m. Arrive back at Rider