One of the most common questions our summer campers ask during their time at Camp Tuku is: âHow did Camp Tuku get its name?â Or, as we like to say, quite enthusiastically:Â Who put the TUKU in Camp Tuku!
The question that kids almost always ask next is this:Â Why is the Camp Tuku mascot a toucan?
And so we share with our campersâand here with youâthe Camp Tuku storyâŠ.
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Help Kids Manage Stress & Thrive in Life with Simple Mindfulness Practices
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Kids Build Resilience, Cultivate Joyful Minds at New Summer Camp in the Catskills
UncategorizedMaintaining a conflict-free life in a conflict-ridden world is not realistic. However, children can be taught to see change, challenge, and conflict as an opportunity to learn and thrive. With the power of mindfulness a child can make incredible shifts in their physical and emotional wellbeing.
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Yoga & Mindfulness at Children’s NY Summer CampâSay What?!
UncategorizedYouâve probably heard that yoga classes help kids learn how to ease stress and manage their emotions in an interactive and mindful way. Now, imagine your child learning yoga and mindfulness practices while also engaged in outdoor activities at an amazing summer camp located in the Catskill Mountains of New York. What an incredible experience that would be for your child!
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Tips for Choosing A Great Residential Summer Camp Experience in NYÂ
UncategorizedIf youâre considering a residential summer camp for your child in New York state, you might feel overwhelmed by the options. If your child will be going to an overnight camp for the very first time, you want to scout out camps carefully so that both you and your child can relax and enjoy the time the child is away at camp.Â
Our tips for choosing a great residential summer camp experience include…Â
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A Summer Camp Kids Love: Camp Tuku
UncategorizedThis Valentineâs Day we want to celebrate the campers we love so very much! To do so, weâve made a video highlighting the thoughtful comments that campers have shared about their time spent at Camp Tuku.
If youâre not already familiar with Camp Tuku in Arizona or Camp Tuku in New York, we want you to know a little bit about how campers spend their time with us:
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Why Attend an Arizona Summer Camp Open House?
UncategorizedSummer camp season is just around the corner for Arizona kids of all ages. Attending a summer camp open house is the best way to familiarize yourself with the camp curriculum and amenities so you can make the best choice for your child. Letâs take a look at the inner workings of a summer camp open house and how you can make the most of your time while visiting a camp.
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Who Put the TUKU in Camp Tuku and What’s it Mean?
UncategorizedOne of the most common questions our summer campers ask during their time at Camp Tuku is: âHow did Camp Tuku get its name?â Or, as we like to say, quite enthusiastically:Â Who put the TUKU in Camp Tuku!
The question that kids almost always ask next is this:Â Why is the Camp Tuku mascot a toucan?
And so we share with our campersâand here with youâthe Camp Tuku storyâŠ.
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Camp Tuku’s Mindfulness Practices for Kids…and Their Grown-ups!
UncategorizedYouâve landed on this page because youâve heard or read about how great mindfulness practices are for kids (and their grown-ups). In our last blog post, we told you about the amazing benefits of mindfulness on kids’ emotional wellbeing. In this post, we offer tips to help you begin a mindfulness practice with your childâŠand share videos of our favorite Camp Tuku mindfulness practices for you to try at home.
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The Power of Mindfulness Practices for a Kidâs Emotional Wellbeing
UncategorizedKids benefit from the amazing changes that simple mindfulness practices can bring about for their emotional health and wellbeing. A regular mindfulness practice helps condition the mind and body to be less reactive and more resilient to daily stress. Letâs take a closer look at the power of mindfulness practices for helping kids to manage their emotional wellbeing.
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National Eat Outside Day!
UncategorizedNational Eat Outside Day is celebrated on August 31st every year! At Camp Tuku, we love providing our campers opportunities to be their own chef! Try one of these easy snack ideas that our campers have made at Camp and enjoy it outside!
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