Introducing the Ghany Lending Library and Parent Resources
Editor’s Note: First of two posts all about reading at camp and reading at home. This one is on our new Lending Library, and Friday’s post will be on parent reading resources. One of the great joys of camp is that, while there is an intense amount of learning going on for the campers, it […]
Like it? Then label it!
Too many items are lost and never reclaimed at camp. We want to save you time and money by encouraging you to label and by offering you a great way to access labels.
Packing: A Mother’s Perspective
Our own Bonnie Dawson sent campers to camp for years and have watched campers for many more. She’s got great advice to make your camp packing a snap!
All-camp No Package Policy 2016
Last year we introduced no packages for Mini Camp and this year the policy extends to all-camp. We’ve got good reasons why and we think parents will agree — and be relieved — to not send packages.
The truth about homesickness at camp
Homesickness doesn’t really happen that often, but it DOES sometimes happen. Here’s what parents need to know both to prepare for camp and during camp.
Photo policy: Just a little peek into camp life
Read about how our mission-driven camp is our highest priority, and how that shapes our photo policy.
Refer-a-friend
It almost goes without saying that once a girl comes to Camp Alleghany she’s likely to have such an infectious affection for camp that she’s going to tell many a friend. It happens all the time. And we hear about this enthusiasm in nice post-camp notes and e-mails sent to us, or in off-season gatherings and reunions. […]
Preparing inside and out for Mini Camp
Last week I pointed to an excellent guide for getting kids (and parents) ready for Camp Alleghany, with ten steps and a handy video to watch. And while those tips apply to campers of all ages, there are some special considerations when it comes to our youngest campers, the Mini Campers. I’ve been a Camp […]