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Camp Alleghany for Girls

Camp Alleghany for Girls

A Summer Camp for Girls in Lewisburg, WV

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Happy campers

July 29, 2014 By Elizabeth Shreckhise

Turning unhappy campers into happy ones

We've all heard the tales of woe — how camp was "a nightmare," or "the worst experience of my life." Sadly, these dramatic tales of disappointment

Filed Under: Directors Tagged With: Archived, friends, Memories, Mini Camp, new campers

Homesick quote

July 8, 2014 By Elizabeth Shreckhise

The dreaded homesick letter

I'm sure if I wasn't a camp director and knew little about camps I'd probably also feel distraught at receiving a downcast letter from my child

Filed Under: Directors Tagged With: Archived, homesickness, letter, Letter writing series, Mini Camp, new campers

March 13, 2014 By Elizabeth Shreckhise

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

Filed Under: Directors Tagged With: Archived, campers, ideas, Mini Camp, new campers, packing

November 20, 2013 By Elizabeth Shreckhise

Two homesick first-time 2013 campers register early for 2014!

Meet Taylor Pounders (12) and Ellie Williams (11), each from Richmond, Va. Both first-time campers for first term 2013, they didn’t know each other

Filed Under: Parents Tagged With: Camp Alleghany Gear, food, friends, new campers, Vespers

May 24, 2013 By Elizabeth Shreckhise

Elizabeth’s packing picks

One thing that I've noticed parents agonizing over is what exactly to pack for camp. While we have a general term camp packing list on the website

Filed Under: Directors

Dining Hall

November 20, 2012 By Elizabeth Shreckhise

Thanksgiving dinner

I bet I'm not the only one who, if asked, would say that my favorite meal at Camp Alleghany is...Thanksgiving Dinner! There's nothing more

Filed Under: Directors Tagged With: Camp History, Dining Hall, family, food, Memories, Thanksgiving

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Camp Alleghany for Girls
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Caldwell, WV 24925

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    • Empowering Girls
    • Mission and Philosophy
    • Our Directors
    • Camp Videos
    • Testimonials
    • Camp Alleghany Alumni Association
      • Board Members and Committees
      • Apply for the Lantern Scholarship
  • Parents
    • General Info for Parents
      • Opening Day Procedures
      • Closing Day Procedures
    • FAQ’s
    • Packing List and Information
    • Dates and Rates
    • Parent Resources
    • Forms and Info
    • Apply for the Lantern Scholarship
    • Camp Store
    • Visiting Alleghany
    • Parent Log In
  • Campers
    • Mother Daughter Weekend
    • Mini Camp
    • Term Camp
    • Leaders-In-Training
    • Family Camp
    • Is Camp Alleghany Right For You?
    • For Campers
      • A Day at ‘Ghany
      • Activities
      • Programs
      • Meals and Food
      • Traditions
      • Hear Our Songs
      • Alleghany Colors
      • Apply for the Lantern Scholarship
  • Staff
    • Apply to be a Camp Counselor
    • Is Camp Alleghany the Right Place for Me as a Counselor?
    • Apply to be a Family Camp Counselor
    • Apply to Be a Mini Camp Counselor
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