As the last day of school for our Explorers that attend public school, it was also the last day of camp without said Explorers before the group expanded to its usual size and old friends were able to be reunited. Keyanna and Sam took advantage of the smaller group and headed off the beaten trail for the day to explore everything Russia on a day tour of Brighton Beach! Chosen by Eastern Europeans as Home away from Home due to its physical, geographical resemblance to the Ukraine, Brighton Beach is still home to a bustling Russian community with storefronts and restaurants specializing in Russian foods and treats. While everyone was more than happy to sample pierogies and a few campers even enjoyed the red borscht, only one intrepid senior camper braved the green borscht, relishing the slightly sweet, spinach-like flavor. Kudos to our campers (and counselors!) for being so open-minded. Their taste buds sure did appreciate it! Since no meal is complete without a little something sweet, lunch ended on a high (and yummy) note with bags-full of imported Russian candies for everyone to share. While the campers swear it was some of the best they've every tasted, counselors Sam and Keyanna begged to differ. Perhaps their pallets aren't as refined as our sophisticated campers'!
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