How do I Keep in Touch with My Camper While She is at Camp?
While it’s essential to allow them the independence and growth that comes with the camp experience, staying connected is crucial for peace of mind.
FAQs: Why So Many Forms? And Why Are They Due So Early?
As a parent of a former camper, I understand how it can feel annoying to have ONE MORE THING that needs to be done added to a long list of to-dos that take place in the Spring.
Packing for Family Camp- A Veteran’s Guide
Hi ho, hi ho, it’s off to camp we go! Whether you’re a Family Camp veteran or a newbie, it’s always nice to have a packing plan before you head out. After 10 years as a Family Camper (and 14+ as a camper/counselor), I’ve learned a thing or two about what to bring (and what […]
ACA Tri-State 2024: What We Learned
What an adventure we had at the 2024 American Camping Association (ACA) Tri-State Conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey! As representatives of Alleghany, Elizabeth, Stephanie, Mary-Curtis, and I participated in this year’s conference filled with learning, networking, and inspiration.
Important Administrative Team News!
Our former Administrative Assistant, Mary-Curtis Powell, is now our Office Manager, and we are thrilled she is joining our team in this position!
When the Baby Goes Off to Camp!
t’s been a while since I have added to my Camp-Director-Turned-Camp-Parent Series, and I wanted to make sure the youngest of my children didn’t get slighted in this series.
New Year Excitement for Alleghany!
2023 is winding down and in just a few days we’ll be saying Happy New Year! to our friends and family. What are some things you can expect in the new year from Alleghany? Read below! Family Programming Registrations Open Mark your calendars because both of our family-based programs open up early in the New […]
Happy Holidays from Camp Alleghany!
It’s that special time of year when we all get together with family and friends to celebrate the holidays and Camp Alleghany is here to add cheer to the festivities! We are excited to share our digital holiday card with campers, parents, staff, and alumni! Our holiday card features last summer’s campers and counselors on […]
Elizabeth’s Top 5 from Summer 2023
Family Camp has come to a close and this is the time of year I start to reflect on Summer 2023 as a whole – the positive, the not-so-positive, what we did well, where we can improve, and so on. With this reflection, I love to put together a Top 5 Blog with my favorite […]