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Traveler silhouette beside vehicle gazing at sunset beach cove with dramatic pink sky and calm tropical water

This is the MABC World News with one final report from our journey around the world! After a week filled with adventures, new experiences, plenty of laughter, and memories made together, our travelers have reached their final destination. Before we pack our bags and head home, there was still plenty of fun to be had on our last day at MABC 2026!<figure id="figure-t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a"><img id="t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/22pMjsYr4INUL3TJuGqqImtxVasXoqPo8oMIX1IUiaLkUAXEGBXwU4kPPmAtjSYr.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;" data-corners="medium" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined%" data-positiony="35%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/22pMjsYr4INUL3TJuGqqImtxVasXoqPo8oMIX1IUiaLkUAXEGBXwU4kPPmAtjSYr.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;"></figure>Group 4 (ages 10–12) saddled up for a visit to the stables, where campers spent time with the horses and enjoyed a ride along the trails at Camp Horizon.<figure id="figure-mue5l4swgmshvolun"><img id="mue5l4swgmshvolun" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1b8dAj0yh6juX1wSLKjwetIKkR5Smug8TAqmykbp2ZbyHFfg75GqIFNdQvpTRo1u.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 50%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="50%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1b8dAj0yh6juX1wSLKjwetIKkR5Smug8TAqmykbp2ZbyHFfg75GqIFNdQvpTRo1u.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 50%;"></figure>Group 6 (ages 12–13) took over the kitchen, putting their cooking skills to work as they chopped, mixed, and worked together to prepare a dinner for their whole group from scratch.<figure id="figure-13et3h42wlzhkexd6"><img id="13et3h42wlzhkexd6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/12MaplXZ9KUvmGkHEwDZf3zQy58tPYvycdqOg3CQV5pFA0W6K7quHfqrgFCXcEcE.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;" data-corners="small" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="40%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/12MaplXZ9KUvmGkHEwDZf3zQy58tPYvycdqOg3CQV5pFA0W6K7quHfqrgFCXcEcE.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;"></figure>Group 9 (ages 16–17) also got a taste of the culinary program, preparing their own hibachi-style dinner.<figure id="figure-g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx"><img id="g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/8BISe81hNnosMjtODAoJg6dgZTZFSYddYSojMHvJntlgdIkL0lEg2YgcJurykRnl.png" alt="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" title="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 100%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="100%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/8BISe81hNnosMjtODAoJg6dgZTZFSYddYSojMHvJntlgdIkL0lEg2YgcJurykRnl.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 100%;"></figure>Group 3 (ages 7–10) showed off their creative side during arts and crafts...<figure id="figure-yz6in4xrlfmsf813se" class=""><img id="yz6in4xrlfmsf813se" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/08idpQFOTn268D3pDbeJI4aLvqUgnubNvHJRG49iIyu54wxTP47mRQ7HnX2NhZRS.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 95%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="95%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/08idpQFOTn268D3pDbeJI4aLvqUgnubNvHJRG49iIyu54wxTP47mRQ7HnX2NhZRS.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 95%;"></figure>...while Group 7 (age 14) gathered around the campfire for a classic night at camp, complete with plenty of laughs, time together, and marshmallows.&nbsp;<figure id="figure-cnck1y84wmshvt5jr"><img id="cnck1y84wmshvt5jr" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/34NG36LQ09HslEgNkbi4e5LlyHCEYCwwwAakLhG1M22olqOTieyJTtsrpV366N9W.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 100%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="100%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/34NG36LQ09HslEgNkbi4e5LlyHCEYCwwwAakLhG1M22olqOTieyJTtsrpV366N9W.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 100%;"></figure>MABC 2026 came full circle at our Closing Campfire, as campers and counselors gathered together one last time to reflect on the memories, friendselors gathered together one last time to reflect on the memories, friendships, and adventures that made this week so special. Each group perships, and adventures that made this week so special. Each group performed a skit inspired by their week at camp before we shared a bittersweet goodbye with the campers who are aging out of MABC.<figure id="figure-xj7tc7jw1amshvtxzi"><img id="xj7tc7jw1amshvtxzi" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/315aj91xvF9u4d3cTbVMXVFp73U6X5IcWz5KVWTmcTDqwl4bMHryf0yJtiqyAcg4.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 0% 65%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionX="0%" data-positionY="65%" data-fullWidth="false"/></figure> Our journey around the world may be coming to an end, but the memories made along the way will travel home with us. Thank you to our campers, counselors, volunteers, families, and supporters for making MABC 2026 an unforgettable adventure. Until next summer!

🧭 MABC 2026: Until Our Next Adventure – Day 6

Group of travelers hiking along coastal cliff trail with turquoise ocean and white beaches visible below

This is the MABC World News checking in from another exciting stop on our journey around the world! Today our travelers reeled in big catches, cooled off at the lake, took on new challenges, and welcomed first respondcooled off at the lake, took on new challenges, and welcomed first responders and firefighters, volunteers, and other supporters of burn camp for one of camp’s most meaningful traditions: Visitor’s Day<figure id="figure-t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a"><img id="t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/39k7m9RDMuzAKhJzPPWGTc4pQqLcWbC8jW9NyEkV9fZ7O6i9zoR819Y4YGT9NjdY.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;" data-corners="medium" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined%" data-positiony="35%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/39k7m9RDMuzAKhJzPPWGTc4pQqLcWbC8jW9NyEkV9fZ7O6i9zoR819Y4YGT9NjdY.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;"></figure>Group 7 (age 14) enjoyed a peaceful morning by the pond, learning fishing techniques and discovering that a little patience can go a long way.<figure id="figure-mue5l4swgmshvolun"><img id="mue5l4swgmshvolun" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2c7XYTjutW0YvdzfP3RgwvjXqmBcoAdlj1uH3Mp94VGueAvWx0hBz4cVgHxQkFHM.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: 35% 50%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="50%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2c7XYTjutW0YvdzfP3RgwvjXqmBcoAdlj1uH3Mp94VGueAvWx0hBz4cVgHxQkFHM.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: 35% 50%;"></figure>Groups 3 (ages 7–10) and 4 (ages 10–12) made a splash during a fun-filled afternoon at Camp Horizon’s lake, swimming, soaring into the water from the zip line, and bouncing across the water trampoline.<figure id="figure-13et3h42wlzhkexd6"><img id="13et3h42wlzhkexd6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1eSY09YGiWJ7y5OAHv9rJwGCEhq9MvjwcXfTLg7yQuwZfb6h22qfWaT2f4riCyOl.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;" data-corners="small" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="40%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1eSY09YGiWJ7y5OAHv9rJwGCEhq9MvjwcXfTLg7yQuwZfb6h22qfWaT2f4riCyOl.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;"></figure>Group 6 (ages 12–13) spent the day at the stables, building confidence as they learned riding techniques and proper horse care.<figure id="figure-g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx"><img id="g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/13calYkLotmzEsjFFHNCHP72MtJw4Rht5eWYYThl3mZOtMNvLDi4J8bqp5Zm2XOz.png" alt="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" title="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 35% 100%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="100%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/13calYkLotmzEsjFFHNCHP72MtJw4Rht5eWYYThl3mZOtMNvLDi4J8bqp5Zm2XOz.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 35% 100%;"></figure>Group 9 (ages 16–17) challenged one another during friendly games of tug-of-war and Capture the Flag in the camp games program.<figure id="figure-yz6in4xrlfmsf813se"><img id="yz6in4xrlfmsf813se" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/5Jlr8Up6OKSjPdOc3C1bRzwumzZTJDDEWTrWRJ5Rg9kcrB1wjWonEzCSnXuXruJu.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 95%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="95%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/5Jlr8Up6OKSjPdOc3C1bRzwumzZTJDDEWTrWRJ5Rg9kcrB1wjWonEzCSnXuXruJu.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 95%;"></figure>Visitor’s Day gave campers the chance to share their Burn Camp experience with the people who support camp. It was an afternoon filled with singing, smiles, animal visitors, and a friendly competition to decorate a visitor as a tourist!<figure id="figure-cnck1y84wmshvt5jr"><img id="cnck1y84wmshvt5jr" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/39GCjlsMK72rSP8D9CfwnWwlYCjoiY8YXxb2ubHTsEpxbyIdZFhHSfVS7AqrmHvx.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 100%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="100%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/39GCjlsMK72rSP8D9CfwnWwlYCjoiY8YXxb2ubHTsEpxbyIdZFhHSfVS7AqrmHvx.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 100%;"></figure>As another incredible day wraps up, our travelers are getting ready for the final stretch of their journey. We’ll see you tomorrow for our final update as we close out MABC 2026 and say goodbye to our campers!

✈️ MABC 2026: Making the Most of the Journey – Day 5

This is the MABC World News bringing you more updates from the Mid-Atlantic Burn Camp’s journey around the world...in just seven days! On Day 4, our travelers spent the day trying new adventures, building confidence, and making memories that will last long after camp comes to an end<figure id="figure-t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a"><img id="t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/385ilWlYJnXZOxDl8fdYsk44L6EAzLYIh2xHdRqcBaVj5cIixXjoAnQXRFW1kT2u.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;" data-corners="medium" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined%" data-positiony="35%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/385ilWlYJnXZOxDl8fdYsk44L6EAzLYIh2xHdRqcBaVj5cIixXjoAnQXRFW1kT2u.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;"></figure>Group 4 (ages 10–12) spent the day at the stables, learning riding techniques and enjoying the opportunity to connect with some gentle new friends.<figure id="figure-mue5l4swgmshvolun"><img id="mue5l4swgmshvolun" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/35NbcXivY8Qa3BetAaGX4xQ1vSbf9fva1ue3S1Psv6SWkjzi0qDFY0Qmrb4xoDzD.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 50%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="50%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/35NbcXivY8Qa3BetAaGX4xQ1vSbf9fva1ue3S1Psv6SWkjzi0qDFY0Qmrb4xoDzD.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 50%;"></figure>Meanwhile, Group 7 (age 14) traveled to South Africa through the camp kitchen, learning to make bunny chow, a popular South African dish, and picked up some new cooking skills along the way!<figure id="figure-13et3h42wlzhkexd6"><img id="13et3h42wlzhkexd6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2fY6DvGp59N0GlewzfJ54IP7PnBZfZnjnXSgjw1qSb9IaYzCtORbjTa3SzifYhCv.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;" data-corners="small" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="40%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/2fY6DvGp59N0GlewzfJ54IP7PnBZfZnjnXSgjw1qSb9IaYzCtORbjTa3SzifYhCv.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;"></figure>Our oldest adventurers in Group 9 (ages 15–17) explored the Shenandoah River by canoe, enjoying beautiful scenery while strengthening their teamwork on the water.<figure id="figure-g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx"><img id="g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/29H1ads0fX3ftLoy5q8AqjF3OlvMdOpt0vGKAmqFwpyBb0k3tpIADfXgAlZmq2zv.png" alt="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" title="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 35% 100%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="100%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/29H1ads0fX3ftLoy5q8AqjF3OlvMdOpt0vGKAmqFwpyBb0k3tpIADfXgAlZmq2zv.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 35% 100%;"></figure>Group 3 (ages 7–10) spent the day exploring a local farm, getting up close with a variety of friendly animals and learning more about life on the farm.<figure id="figure-yz6in4xrlfmsf813se"><img id="yz6in4xrlfmsf813se" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/23eVPJHMDVbsx21adcED1Pw2OM94R7eC9x0xXO3us8SwCxWb6ikJdbLdrOarsY9v.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 95%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="95%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/23eVPJHMDVbsx21adcED1Pw2OM94R7eC9x0xXO3us8SwCxWb6ikJdbLdrOarsY9v.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 95%;"></figure>Collaboration and determination were on full display as Group 6 (ages 12-13) tackled Camp Horizon’s high and low ropes courses, supporting one another while building confidence and challenging themselves.<figure id="figure-cnck1y84wmshvt5jr"><img id="cnck1y84wmshvt5jr" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1ezUVJ3DFp7RKBxD85kCjZ7qYXqvvgrEEghEQJKUYBVbhzKbT9nyshXyRr8q9VxH.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 100%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="100%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1ezUVJ3DFp7RKBxD85kCjZ7qYXqvvgrEEghEQJKUYBVbhzKbT9nyshXyRr8q9VxH.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 100%;"></figure>As the sun went down, campers took center stage for one of camp’s favorite traditions—the annual talent show! From music and dancing to comedy and creative performances, everyone had the chance to share their talents with the whole camp.<figure id="figure-xj7tc7jw1amshvtxzi"><img id="xj7tc7jw1amshvtxzi" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1a2QuxRcxOiY3VOjNJERsS5rT1MqfFF7GQTPm8wp99GVQpDUmLspMChAjL8tnRfZ.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 0% 65%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionX="0%" data-positionY="65%" data-fullWidth="false"/></figure> As today’s adventures come to a close, our travelers are already looking ahead to tomorrow’s next destination. We’ll see you then for another ediahead to tomorrow’s next destination. We’ll see you then for another edition of MABC World News!

MABC 2026: Exploring New Horizons – Day 4

Traveler holding detailed transportation and airport infrastructure map at modern airport terminal with flight information boards visible

This is the MABC World News bringing you more updates from the Mid-Atlantic Burn Camp’s journey around the world...in just seven days! On Day 3, our travelers reached new altitudes, cooled off under the summer sun, explored new skills, and made even more unforgettable memories together.<figure id="figure-t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a"><img id="t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/ercJGY7Uw7Z8ZCuXwRaLTGIX9CrqKxP4T3CJG6Mp1spiA1VEVNiBEowOhJPNrs5H.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;" data-corners="medium" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined%" data-positiony="35%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/ercJGY7Uw7Z8ZCuXwRaLTGIX9CrqKxP4T3CJG6Mp1spiA1VEVNiBEowOhJPNrs5H.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;"></figure>Our oldest adventurers in Group 9 (ages 16–17) ventured out to a nearby rock&nbsp; climbing course, encouraging one another as they tackled challenging routes building confidence with every ledge<figure id="figure-mue5l4swgmshvolun"><img id="mue5l4swgmshvolun" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/bft6iaIkBso8Nr7VG8nfL4fBoX9MJonQt1Er3Gwf3k8BAOrTfDIgJZuNXXTapkrR.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 50%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="50%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/bft6iaIkBso8Nr7VG8nfL4fBoX9MJonQt1Er3Gwf3k8BAOrTfDIgJZuNXXTapkrR.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 50%;"></figure>Meanwhile, Group 7 campers (age 14) discovered one of the many traditional games played across Africa as they learned to play Mancala, sharpening their strategy skills while enjoying some friendly competition.<figure id="figure-13et3h42wlzhkexd6"><img id="13et3h42wlzhkexd6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/9bkalWPrgConKzmD8tYxGQovU7BntUc4PSUl2AtKu0tiy6fQCYLWEbBHhebQs2qY.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;" data-corners="small" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="40%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/9bkalWPrgConKzmD8tYxGQovU7BntUc4PSUl2AtKu0tiy6fQCYLWEbBHhebQs2qY.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 40%;"></figure>At nearby Camp Horizons, Group 6 (ages 12–13) cooled off with an afternoon of swimming, paddleboarding, and playing water games in the lake, making the most of another beautiful day at camp.<figure id="figure-g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx"><img id="g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/4SX0ndzWbvqDEGpLgJPTzyYDazWaksPhLJWbmvR2vql8uc9uqlw7QpvWmFrEURah.png" alt="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" title="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 50% 65%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="50%" data-positiony="65%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/4SX0ndzWbvqDEGpLgJPTzyYDazWaksPhLJWbmvR2vql8uc9uqlw7QpvWmFrEURah.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 50% 65%;"></figure>Group 4 (ages 10–12) beat the summer heat with a fun-filled afternoon in the camp pool, splashing, swimming, and sharing plenty of smiles.<figure id="figure-yz6in4xrlfmsf813se"><img id="yz6in4xrlfmsf813se" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1lrVeTOekjXb8irjFntkAZrGM22lJjpR1TUBomOlsmbt0Fs3k2GLZCpLQR9ywv1L.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 50%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="100%" data-positiony="50%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/1lrVeTOekjXb8irjFntkAZrGM22lJjpR1TUBomOlsmbt0Fs3k2GLZCpLQR9ywv1L.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 100% 50%;"></figure>Back indoors at the science and nature program, Group 3 campers (ages 7–10) learned about earthquakes and worked together to build marshmallow towers, putting their creativity, teamwork, and engineering skills to the test.<figure id="figure-cnck1y84wmshvt5jr"><img id="cnck1y84wmshvt5jr" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/38Nd95tUrCAZShUvtGCB96UIqpLgDGd5GBvHZEFsrVkrWyzPy9Xc8OUcqOSCeiGf.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/38Nd95tUrCAZShUvtGCB96UIqpLgDGd5GBvHZEFsrVkrWyzPy9Xc8OUcqOSCeiGf.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure>As the sun began to set, campers from across camp gathered for an evening packed with laughs, friendly competition, and high-energy group games that brought everyone together.<figure id="figure-xj7tc7jw1amshvtxzi"><img id="xj7tc7jw1amshvtxzi" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/36qDcx0Fk1jFVhAK5UK6JQw6AlhpgVnXAqkxxG2MFj08eqWKwYDPMPxYu1FTgPSW.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined" data-positiony="undefined" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/36qDcx0Fk1jFVhAK5UK6JQw6AlhpgVnXAqkxxG2MFj08eqWKwYDPMPxYu1FTgPSW.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: center center;"></figure> As another exciting day comes to a close, our travelers are already preparing for tomorrow’s next adventure. We can’t wait to share where the jouring for tomorrow’s next adventure. We can’t wait to share where the journey takes us next in another edition of MABC World News!

MABC 2026: The Journey Continues – Day 3

Overhead flat-lay of travel planning elements: map, smartphone showing bookings, passport, notes, coffee cup on wooden surface

This is the MABC World News bringing you more updates from the Mid-Atlantic Burn Camp’s journey around the world...in just seven days! On Day 2, our travelers enjoyed some of camp’s many adventures, strength Day 2, our travelers enjoyed some of camp’s many adventures, strengthened their teamwork, and experienced a taste of cultures from around the globe!<figure id="figure-t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a"><img id="t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/6Nhy2gHwDM9dsjhbOOnGko0aEbLydO3KbBdTEaswSwoUReOSpRpeitoGJvMiirPK.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;" data-corners="medium" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined%" data-positiony="35%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/6Nhy2gHwDM9dsjhbOOnGko0aEbLydO3KbBdTEaswSwoUReOSpRpeitoGJvMiirPK.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: undefined% 35%;"></figure>The youngest campers in Group 3 (ages 7-10) took some time to cool off and play in the camp pool! Meanwhile, our Group 4 campers (ages 10-12) participated in some team-building “low ropes” activities where they were challenged to think creatively and solve problems together<figure id="figure-13et3h42wlzhkexd6"><img id="13et3h42wlzhkexd6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/27YihFTUaFC66N6BGYWKvt7sxaDKflIPWlbzytQ5SfkhBN9A4MPBiWVLelnBLVO7.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 55%;" data-corners="small" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="55%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/27YihFTUaFC66N6BGYWKvt7sxaDKflIPWlbzytQ5SfkhBN9A4MPBiWVLelnBLVO7.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 55%;"></figure>In the camp cooking program, Group 6 (ages 12-13) learned how to make Alfajores, a cookie specific to Argentina<figure id="figure-g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx"><img id="g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/25MrNyRzOpMYILqZRHw4R8zNEGUWYp1dI2H3SIk9kSyKhmn3AiG1MlZIiH5FO5Q1.png" alt="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" title="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 30% undefined%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="30%" data-positiony="undefined%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/25MrNyRzOpMYILqZRHw4R8zNEGUWYp1dI2H3SIk9kSyKhmn3AiG1MlZIiH5FO5Q1.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 30% undefined%;"></figure>Finally our oldest adventurers in Group 9 (ages 15-17) learned about horse care and proper riding techniques!<figure id="figure-yz6in4xrlfmsf813se" class=""><img id="yz6in4xrlfmsf813se" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/22mchVBiksIRYo5Grr16uoiwrLTyRAkbdPrY2WgZZ1pX2OIFOxsyDCfAJdq9Vvbe.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 40% 55%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="40%" data-positiony="55%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/22mchVBiksIRYo5Grr16uoiwrLTyRAkbdPrY2WgZZ1pX2OIFOxsyDCfAJdq9Vvbe.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 40% 55%;"></figure> As today’s adventures come to a close, our travelers are already looking ahead to tomorrow’s next destination. We’ll see you then for another ediahead to tomorrow’s next destination. We’ll see you then for another edition of MABC World News <figure id="figure-a3wjx0nt8omsf82kul"><img id="a3wjx0nt8omsf82kul" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/4ezzs3dSbvny6GNPG0oWfWMJMjJ4wMv6rsCENGebAFyNz362IRbynxehCecofOUn.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 50% 20%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="3:2" data-caption="" data-positionx="50%" data-positiony="20%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/4ezzs3dSbvny6GNPG0oWfWMJMjJ4wMv6rsCENGebAFyNz362IRbynxehCecofOUn.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 3/2; object-position: 50% 20%;"></figure>

🧭 MABC 2026: Charting New Adventures – Day 2

World map with colored pins marking multiple curated destinations across continents on a marble surface with plant shadows.

Welcome aboard Flight MABC! Our campers have officially departed on a seven-day trip around the world, from the comfort of camp!<figure id="figure-t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a"><img id="t30ui7n34lzlxgf1a" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/3WztM9UZXJW8rI7tnW1GA0e4ljhZcrnEh8Hrab1aKvrPz9QUIxCberNcuhCAGAwL.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-lg md:rounded-xl lg:rounded-2xl" style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: undefined% 35%;" data-corners="medium" data-aspect="1:1" data-caption="" data-positionx="undefined%" data-positiony="35%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/3WztM9UZXJW8rI7tnW1GA0e4ljhZcrnEh8Hrab1aKvrPz9QUIxCberNcuhCAGAwL.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 1/1; object-position: undefined% 35%;"></figure>Camp is officially underway! Our travelers arrived excited, reunited with friends, and ready for an unforgettable week.<figure id="figure-13et3h42wlzhkexd6" data-full-width=""><img id="13et3h42wlzhkexd6" src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/34OodQqez6XLPvPjF2mKPva1UaLhQcfHdcLlfHZvc79TIfsExmiaLPpsAZmGK9V5.png" alt="" title="" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 55%;" data-corners="small" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="35%" data-positiony="55%" data-fullwidth="true" data-mce-src="https://cdn.durable.co/blocks/34OodQqez6XLPvPjF2mKPva1UaLhQcfHdcLlfHZvc79TIfsExmiaLPpsAZmGK9V5.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 35% 55%;"></figure>Special thanks to all of the volunteers who helped our travelers board for the first leg of their journey and get off on the right foot!<figure id="figure-g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx"><img id="g2wjt7fe6qlzhkgmrx" src="https://rjdavx8ozyznxeyh.public.blob.vercel-storage.com/production/websites/infinite-images/c6f3cd5f-286a-4b51-b6fd-b20b46117ce9-RwFKVuka0iNyd4GZ4CgSg38sMQgIyv.png" alt="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" title="Travel consultant and client reviewing Asia map and travel documents on desk with natural window light" class="object-cover bg-gray-100 rounded-sm md:rounded-md lg:rounded-lg" style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 30% undefined%;" data-corners="default" data-aspect="16:9" data-caption="" data-positionx="30%" data-positiony="undefined%" data-fullwidth="false" data-mce-src="https://rjdavx8ozyznxeyh.public.blob.vercel-storage.com/production/websites/infinite-images/c6f3cd5f-286a-4b51-b6fd-b20b46117ce9-RwFKVuka0iNyd4GZ4CgSg38sMQgIyv.png" data-mce-style="aspect-ratio: 16/9; object-position: 30% undefined%;"></figure>Tomorrow our travelers begin exploring their first “country” with games, crafts, and challenges inspired by cultures from around the world. We at crafts, and challenges inspired by cultures from around the world. We at the MABC World News will keep bringing you updates of their voyages!

✈️ MABC 2026: Cleared for Takeoff Day 1

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