Celebrating Birthdays at Camp

Does your camper’s Birthday fall during the camp season? Are you worried her birthday just won’t be the same at camp as it is at home? Well, it won’t look exactly the same as previous birthdays… but that does not mean it won’t be filled with joy and fun! I have celebrated nearly 10 birthdays […]

Camp Counselors are Some of the Best Role Models

Here at Alleghany, we believe that the summer camp experience isn’t just about canoeing and campfires; it’s a place where young girls discover their true potential with the guidance of some of the most inspiring role models. Our camp counselors are some of the most kind, hardworking, and inspiring individuals, we feel truly lucky to […]

Early Bird Registration is Open!

Early Bird Registration

It’s October – the leaves are changing color, the air is cooler and crisper, football season is in full swing, pumpkin spice is here to stay, and… Camp Alleghany’s registration is open for Summer 2024! Now is the Time to Register! Now is the time to register for Camp Alleghany for next summer! Why so […]

Remembering Miss Hazel

It is with deep sadness that we learned that our dear Miss Hazel Mines passed away on September 4, 2023. Hazel was a cherished member of the Camp Alleghany community for over 30 years and will be dearly missed. Miss Hazel joined the Camp Alleghany staff in 1981 as our Head Chef and head of […]

Tips on Staying in Touch with Camp Friends During the School Year

Tips on How to Stay in Touch with Camp Friends During the School Year Summer camp is a magical time filled with adventure, new experiences, and lasting friendships. For many of us, these cherished friendships formed during the summer months become an essential part of our lives. However, once the school year starts and everyone […]

How we Foster Healthy Habits at Camp and How to Continue these Habits Post-Camp

Camps offers a unique opportunity for children to grow, learn, and have fun in a nurturing environment. Beyond the exciting adventures and memorable experiences, summer camp plays a crucial role in fostering healthy habits in children that can positively impact their lives long after the camp ends. Here at Alleghany, we focus on promoting healthy […]

Our Summer 2024 Counselor Applications are Open!

Are you thinking about applying to be a Camp Counselor? Maybe you were at Alleghany with us this summer and can’t wait to be back! Or you heard about us through a friend and want to experience the magic with us next summer. Whatever the reason, you’re in luck! Our Counselor applications for Summer 2024 […]

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 […]

A Thank You to our Summer 2023 Campers, Counselors, and Staff!

As I sit here looking out over an empty Alleghany, I am reminded of all our Campers, Counselors, Staff, and Volunteers who filled our tents this summer. Thanks to you, we filled our Play Hall with songs and laughter; circled campfires telling stories and sharing memories; lit lanterns and fairy lights bringing Tent Row to […]