The Transformative Power of Camp Counseling Skills

Paddling down the beautiful Greenbrier River, leading a group of excited campers, might seem worlds apart from a corporate office. However, being a camp counselor equips you with a treasure trove of transferable skills that seamlessly translate into the professional world. You Need Skills to Pay the Bills! One of the most apparent skills developed […]

A Summer as a Camp Counselor Can Shape Your Future- Here’s How!

As the flames dance and the marshmallows roast, being a camp counselor is more than just an adventure in the great outdoors. It’s a crash course in leadership that can shape your future career in surprising ways. Soft Skills When you step into the role of a camp counselor, you’re not just overseeing activities; you’re […]

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 […]

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 […]

Meet Stephanie, Our New Program Director!

Walt Whitman once wrote, “Now I see the secret of the making of the best persons. It is to grow in the open air, and to eat and sleep with the earth.” This is one of my favorite quotes because it makes me think of my time at camp along the Greenbrier River.  Elizabeth and […]

Second Term 2022, Looking Back Fondly

In continuing with our recap of our historic 100th summer, here is a rundown of how 2nd Term went! (and if you missed them, check out our previous blogs on Staff Training, Mini Camp, Mother-Daughter Weekend, 1st Term, and our 100th Anniversary Party!)   COVID?   As I mentioned in the 1st Term blog, we […]

First Term 2022 Reflection

1st Term was full of fun, memories, friendships, bonds, personal growth…. and a few surprises along the way! Every year you never know if there will be anything out of the ordinary, a surprise if you will – this could include a high river, a crazy storm, or a medical situation…. Well, 1st Term had […]

2023 Counselor Applications are Open!

Are you thinking about applying to be a Camp Counselor? Maybe you were at Alleghany with us this summer during our historic 100th Anniversary 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 […]

Elizabeth’s Top 5 Favorites from Summer 2022

The Staff Our staff was amazing this summer! I recently wrote a big thank you blog to all groups of staff, so be sure to check that out. From kitchen and grounds staff to medical and support staff, Mother-Daughter Weekend and Mini Camp Counselors, to our very own Term Counselors and of course the Administrative […]