Bumpkin Island Adventure

Three 8th grade students share their impressions from their unique Carroll experience on Bumpkin Island where they camped for three days and two nights, rowed dories, canoed, and explored the harbor island.

"Being with two best friends on an island is one of the greatest experiences of one’s life. We might not realize it yet because we are all young eighth grade students, but the trip to Bumpkin was in some ways life changing. Everyone on the island changed slightly even though they might not see it themselves. When Bumpkin comes to mind, I think of Indians and their teepees and their struggle for food everyday… Everyone in the eighth grade had to come out of their comfort zone, as Mr. Brown said, on the island. We found out what it was like to live with no running water, no big houses, and no warm comfortable beds. Friendships became stronger on Bumpkin. Mr. Brown made sure we all had a time to remember forever." Ben

"…The trip was an awesome experience. I enjoyed the night walk most of all because it was relaxing, fun, and enjoyable to have time just to think, be alone, and listen to the sounds of the night. Camping was "OK" because I did not get much sleep, but I liked being outdoors! I really liked dory tipping even though the water was freezing! Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the trip!" Caroline

"I thought the trip to Bumpkin Island was really fun. I enjoyed being with my friends. I achieved my goal of becoming closer to my friends as I explored Bumpkin with them. I really liked the night walk because it was relaxing. It was nice to be alone and take a break from all of the socializing. The trip should definitely be continued for years to come! Thank you to the 8th grade teachers and Mr. Brown for making this possible!" Corey