TBT: The Alleghany Rattler July 1946: The Twenty-Fifth Summer
How did ‘Ghany mark it’s 25th summer in the wake of WWII? By considering summer camp in the lives of children all over the world, especially in war-torn areas.
TBT: Alleghany Rattler Thanksgiving Round-Up
Between gratitude and good manners, there’s lots to look back on in the Rattler that can prep us for Thanksgiving.
Come to Family Camp for our Historic 100th Summer!
During our 100th Summer in 2022 Family Camp will play a special role as host of a 100th Summer Celebration Bash! Read today’s blog for details on Family Camp early registration, as well as Party Passes for the Bash available even to those not coming to Family Camp.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler July 1981: The Green Team
Some of the hardest workers at Camp Alleghany are the guys on the Green Team. In this 1981 piece, we have a rare example of a Green team member contributing to the Alleghany Rattler.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler Aug 1943: Alleghany Welcomes Arnold Home
In this piece we see a real piece of the larger history — that war touched camp when beloved workers were away in the fight.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler July 1967: I Remember a Woods To Walk In
In this piece we see just how reflective a Ghany Girl can be. There’s a poetic and contemplative celebration for nature in this writing, pointing to just how much it restores the soul.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler August 1971: Halloween!
Halloween at camp? Stranger things have happened…read the blog for more!
Apply For — Or Give To — The Lantern Scholarship at ‘Ghany
Today’s blog is an invitation by our Alumni President M.R. Litman to make a yearly or monthly donation to the Lantern Scholarship. It’s also a reminder to apply by Dec. 15th to be a recipient.
TBT: The Alleghany Rattler July 1953: Hannah’s Talk
A piece that shows how interesting and unusual camp guests could be. It’s also a fine example of just how deep and engaging articles from the Activity known as Alleghany Rattler, could be.