Kitty Hutcheson explores during the 50th anniversary year what it is that captures the spirit of Alleghany.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler May 1971: Thanks for The Memory
In 1971 Cary Carter wrote during the 50th anniversary year about her grateful memories and impressions of Alleghany.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler May 1971: Cooper Tells of First Visit to Camp Alleghany
In this piece we learn about S. Cooper Dawson Jr.’s early days as a Greenbrier camper and coming over to Alleghany for dances and plays.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler May 1971: Bill and Cooper Bought Camp in ’63
In 1963 Camp Alleghany came into the Dawson family through S. Cooper Dawson, Jr., and here it is still in the family 49 years later! Read today’s Rattler for all the details.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler May 1971: The Worthingtons
Helen Worthington made the key contribution to founding Camp Alleghany for Girls. Read about this extraordinary woman to whom we all owe a debt of gratitude.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler August 1972: History of Camp Alleghany
During its 50th season, the Alleghany Rattler was chock full of 50th anniversary celebrations and reflections, including this “history of camp.”
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler May 1971: Big Doings are Being Planned for Anniversary
In this piece camp gets ready to celebrate its 50th summer (1922 being the first making 1971 the 50th.) The next few rattler throwbacks will focus on that summer’s events.
Mother-Daughter Weekend 2022
Registration for Mother-Daughter Weekend opens January 15th, 2022. Learn more about this fun bonding weekend and put the registration date on your calendar.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler August 1971: Night of Delight
Fifty years ago camp held an event called Night of Delight. We think it has a bit of New Year’s spirit so enjoy this #ThrowbackThursday!