"Both of the people (Civil War presenters) had horses. Last night there was a Hispanic band that played good music and we danced to the music. Yesterday, I rode Kansas."

Tommy T. Company C.

"I had a lot of fun on Tuesday. We made Santos and I also did weaving. We also rode horses. The horse I rode was brown. Then at night we danced. Arsenio and his friends were playing the guitars and the accordion. Today we saw horses. We also did drills. I also made more friends that are nice."

Ana G. Company C

"My favorite thing about the camp is the really fun activities. What I did today is learned how to pack a horse. My favorite activity was horseback riding."

D'Angelo T. Company B

"I am having a good time. And we get to go to the Sand Dunes and we get to go climb the Sand Dunes. And we got to see a Buffalo Soldier, and we got to do drills, and then we got to ride horses."

Sean H. Company B

"Today I learned how to put a saddle on a horse. I'm having a great day. It is nice to pet them (the horses). It was cool. Now to history about the Buffalo Soldiers. They are African-Americans and the Buffalo Soldiers were slaves."

Carlos C. Company B

"Well yesterday I danced with this boy named Albert. Well everyone danced with someone. But I danced with him. It was fun, a lot of fun, but embarrassing. So we passed that day and it comes to where we hang out with the horses. During lunch it was fun we sang songs. My favorite song was named Goober Peas."

Lissette D. Company A

"Um... ummm I had fun playing catch and learning about Buffalo Soldiers and how to pack a horse and maneuvering a horse and that is it."

Cameron H.D. Company A

"Today was good and so was yesterday. Yesterday I rode horses, it scared me so bad but I got use to it. I danced with a boy named Tommy, he got taken away from me by a different girl but thats ok. My favorite thing is taking care of the horses."

Nicole C. Company A

Days One and Two

NOTE: We have had a compatibility issue with the computer and the dvd that the pictures are on. So there are not any pictures posted so far. We are working on changing that! Parents some of these quotes have been edited to remove information for the safety of your child on the internet.


"My story begins in giving thanks to all participants and staff who have given up a week to join us. I hope that everyone enjoys themselves and participates to their fullest potential. For all of you back home, thank you for trusting us with your most prized possession (your child). We will do our very best to be safe and enjoy ourselves. Good luck and best wishes!"

Lawrence P. Camp director

"My name is Marissa and I'm an Indian. This is my first time coming to this camp. When I was coming to this camp I felt very nervous, and happy at the same time. At this camp I hope I do fun things. When it's time for me to leave I might not want to go back home."

Marissa E. Company A

"Today I met up with one of my cool friends Ezra! I'm really glad to be at camp for my 3rd year and I'm excited to meet new people and find out what cool activities they have this year. It's nice to see all my old friends and cool counselors from the last two years. It's also nice to be with my friend Kyle. So far I think this week will be really fun and I have two really cool counselors this year! I think I'm going to meet some really cool kids this year. I hope to learn more and more information this year and to feel what it was like 150 year ago!"

Skyler G. Company B

"I love Ft. Garland and everybody in it. I didn't like the bus ride much. I made new friends and the food is great. All in all I love Fort Garland. It is great and I want to come back next year!"

Ashley J. Company C

"Its really fun out here because we got to learn [what to do] when theres a fire drill going on and then got to pet horses and comb its hair and the counselors give you free hats and water bottles but we don't get to keep the wather bottles and you get to meet new people because I have made 6 new friends and their names are Marissa, Stephanie, Kenia, Javon, DeOndrea and Iesha."

Pilar D. Company D

"I am 9 years old. I like to weave. I am Native American, I four tribes. I am Navajo, Pawnee, Shawnee, and Southern Cheyenne. I live in Denver with my mom, my auntie, two brothers and cousin. This is my first year at this camp. I am going into fourth grade, my little brother is going into first grade. Today I saw a small horse, his name is Big Jack. He gets a big attitude if you call him small."

Savanna F. Company E

"Today we experienced how to take down the flag. As well we experienced how to become a quiet person. I met people named Obediah, Yvette,and Sabria."

Miranda V. Company F

Meet the Counselors and Staff!

Meet Mr. Lawrence, he is the Camp Director! He is the man in charge of everything. This is Mr. Lawrence's second year as director but he has been working with Old Stories, New Voices since it was started!

Welcome to camp and don't forget to look at the older blog posts to see important information!

Miss Kristine and Mr. David are excited to meet you. They are the counselors for Company A. Miss Kristine has been a counselor for 3 years and this is Mr. David's 2nd year.

Mr. Brandon and Miss Tessa would like to say "Hi"! They are the counselors for Company B. This is Mr. Brandon's 2nd year as a counselor and Miss Tessa's 1st. They can't wait for camp to start!

Don't Miss Dee and Mr. Arthur look friendly? That's because they are! They are the counselors for Company C. Both Miss Dee and Mr. Arthur have been counselors for 4 years.

This is Ms. Grace and Mr. Justin, they are the counselors for Company D! Ms. Grace has been a counselor for 3 years and Mr. Justin has been a counselor for 4!

Meet Mr. Patrick and Miss Rachel, they are the counselors for Company E! Mr. Patrick has been a counselor for 3 years and started when we had one with kids from New Mexico. Miss Rachel has been a counselor with Old Stories, New Voices for 5 years!

Say "Hi" to Mr. Sean and Mr. Isaiah. They are the counselors for Company F. Mr. Sean has been a counselor for 4 years; this is Mr. Isaiah's 2nd year in the wonderful role of counselor.

This is Nurse Kim. She takes care of everyone at the camp (campers, counselors, staff and anyone else who needs help). She is a retired nurse who loves coming back to camp each year!

Here is Mr. Ron and Mr. Booker. Both young men have been doing this camp almost as long as it has been around. They used to be counselors, now they help teach the programs and are in charge of the trip to the Sand Dunes!

Meet Mr. Ezra and Miss Cheryl. They are the behind-the-scenes people who work to make the counselors and campers happy! Mr. Ezra was previously a camper at Old Stories, New Voices so he knows the camp inside and out! Miss Cheryl was a counselor for 3 years and has been doing this job at camp for 2 years.