Let's take a look at the debate that you have so well "proven the harm of camp names" - A few of the non-camp-namers argue that camp names don't allow campers & counselors to get close. Those who use camp names keep saying, "yes! our campers are close to us!! They trust and talk with us! We loved it as kids and love it as counselors!" But you keep saying, "no, this can't be!"
Non-camp-namers say it hides identity. But others say camp names allows part of the identity to come to the forefront.
Noncamp namers say that camp is to prepare young people for the cruel hard world. Camp namers say that camp is a chance to be relieved from real life stressors.
Linny says, "Camp names allow people to hide behind cute personas, rather than letter their entire character shine, flaws and all." Does this mean you share your lush tendancies character flaws with campers? Or do you hide part of your identity? Stick to creative writing and keg parties.
