‘Ghany We Will Give 2026
Spring has arrived, bringing warmer days and the promise of summer just around the corner. I find myself eagerly anticipating the start of camp season each year—and we cannot wait to return to the Greenbrier River!
Activity Safety: Adventure, Challenge, and Confidence
When parents think about camp activities such as archery, ropes courses, canoeing, or even rifle, one very natural question comes to mind:
Is this safe?
It’s the right question to ask.
At Camp Alleghany, our goal is not to eliminate challenge. In fact, challenge is an essential part of the camp experience. But it is never unstructured, unsupervised, or left to chance.
Every activity is thoughtfully designed, carefully supervised, and guided by clear systems that allow campers to try new things, stretch themselves, and grow safely.
Waterfront Safety — Fun in the River, Always Supervised
The Greenbrier has always been part of our story. It is part of the joy and the growth that define an Alleghany summer.
But tradition alone is not enough.
Today, that joy is supported by layer upon layer of preparation, supervision, certification, and oversight. The Greenbrier is beloved, and it is managed with seriousness and care.
Gratitude in Every Season
The holiday season may seem like an unusual time to keep summertime in our hearts, but as I settle into this cozy season, I can’t help but be reminded of camp.
Why Trust Camp Alleghany?
“Trust isn’t something we expect — it’s something we earn.”
Elizabeths Top 5 Favorite Things from Summer 2025
Every September I sit down for my annual post-summer debrief and try—somehow!—to choose just five favorite moments from another fantastic season at ’Ghany. It’s never easy to narrow it down; there are simply too many small joys, big wins, and heart-full memories.
Making the Most of the Mid-Summer Pause: Changeover at Camp Alleghany
At Camp Alleghany, summer follows a familiar rhythm defined by traditions, transitions, and shared moments. One of the most distinctive pauses in that rhythm is Changeover—the day between First and Second Term, when full-term campers remain at camp while others depart and new arrivals have yet to arrive.
Finding a Path Back to Camp Alleghany: A Spotlight on Maroon Vespers
At Camp Alleghany, Vespers is a cherished tradition held each Sunday evening—a quiet, meaningful time for the entire camp community to pause, reflect, and reconnect. During Vespers, campers and counselors gather together on the top of Vesper Hill to listen to thoughtful letters shared aloud by different groups in Camp.
Summiting the Highest Point in West Virginia: Our LITs Take on Spruce Knob
First Term, our Leaders-In-Training (LITs) returned to Camp Alleghany after completing one of the most demanding and formative components of their summer: a four-day, three-night backpacking expedition through the Spruce Knob loop.