Director Jud's Blog

The wait is over, and we couldn’t be more thrilled—Session 4 at Stone Mountain Adventures is officially here, and we truly believe we saved the best for last!

Whether your camper is joining us for one week, two weeks or wrapping up their summer with the full four-week experience, we’re beyond excited to share this final chapter of the SMA summer with them. The energy on Day 1 is electric, the smiles are big, and the laughter is already echoing through camp.

We know that for some families, this might be your camper’s first time away from home—and saying goodbye can be tough. But rest easy: from the moment they arrived, they’ve been diving in headfirst, making new friends, and embracing all the magic that SMA has to offer.

Each morning kicks off with a signature SMA wake-up—the legendary “Birdie Song” blasting through camp. It’s goofy, joyful, and the perfect way to start a day full of adventure and connection.

After a quick dash to brush teeth and a hearty breakfast in the Rhino Dining Hall, campers meet with their Crews. These Crews are the heartbeat of camp life—a daily check-in where jokes are shared, friendships are built, and confidence begins to soar. In just 15 minutes each morning, campers get grounded and ready for the incredible day ahead.

To our SMA families: Session 4 is already off to a phenomenal start. Your campers are showing up with open hearts, endless energy, and a thirst for fun, friendship, and growth. This morning, we jumped right into the action with a classic SMA teambuilding game—Pole Barn! It was the perfect mix of movement, laughter, and teamwork to get everyone bonding right away. After the game, each Crew posed for their official Crew photos, capturing this first awesome moment of the session.

Let’s go, Session 4… the grand finale is officially underway!