by PIC | Apr 5, 2024 | Pine Needle
“All the [island’s] a stage, and all the [campers] merely players…” by Kaja Surborg The campers line up on the Honk Lawn, sweet treats in hand. Saturday evening: it’s time for the show! All day during general swim and rest hour, they’ve been trying to get a peek at...
by PIC | Apr 3, 2024 | Pine Needle
Promotional poster for Moses Ferney’s SNS, Into the Cosmos If you’ve ever had the pleasure of directing a Saturday Night Show (SNS) at Pine Island, you know that to do so is borderline madness. Your work begins the night before with an idea, perhaps a few...
by PIC | Mar 14, 2024 | Pine Needle
Not Your Average Woodcraft Class! by Reid Hill A group of my best friends and I hike quickly through the woods in the morning light. Speed and timing are everything. Each of us understands his assignment and our common goal. We have practiced our techniques and know...
by PIC | Feb 27, 2024 | PIC News, Pine Needle
Alex and his fiancée, Emily Radziwon We are excited to welcome our Incoming Director, Alex Toole! Alex officially joined the PIC team earlier this month. He will work closely with Outgoing Director Sumner Ford through the coming months, and they’ll both be at...
by PIC | Feb 12, 2024 | Pine Needle
My View From the Doctor’s Cabin Porch by Sumner Ford Every night, part of my routine involves setting down my book, blowing out my lantern (or shutting off the light), closing my eyes and thinking about all the people I’m grateful for. I think about the people...
by PIC | Jan 23, 2024 | PIC News, Pine Needle
Monte Ball performs The Lion Hunt at the Final Campfire, circa 1985 Montague G. Ball, Jr. November 18, 1938 – January 17, 2024 It is with sadness and a deep well of gratitude that we bid Montague G. Ball, Jr. a final farewell. Monte died in hospital near his home in...