Navigating so much MORE time online during so many closures is hard for any of us. We know adults and kids can always use a refresher on the best manners for online activity.
The Outdoors Are Open — Go Outside and Play!
Science proves that fresh air and sunshine are both preventative, and healing in crisis. Make sure your kids get some every day.
Mid-Atlantic Camp Conference 2020
Three of our Admin Team members attended the Mid-Atlantic Camp Conference (MACC) for compelling sessions on staff development, camp programming, camper experiences, and even risk management. Read the blog today for more…
Restore My Soul — Casey’s Latest Backwoods Trip
Program Director Casey Tucker took some time this fall to restore his soul, rest into his friendships, and revisit his passion for nature. Read his story and how this work informs his dedication to wilderness work at ‘Ghany!
Lantern Fund Matching Challenge
The Camp Alleghany Alumni Association Board has issued a matching funds challenge for the Lantern Scholarship until December 31, 2018. Up to $3500 in matching funds!
Camp Fills the Need: Part 1, Screen Time Impacts
Too many screens for too much of the time are greatly impacting how kids develop and how people interact. How did we get here, and what’s it doing to us? Let’s explore it this week on the blog.
A Summer Full of Environmental Education
Every child NEEDS to be outside. Our Program Director, Casey Tucker, explains why that’s the best classroom of all and how your child can get it and more at camp!
Is my child ready for sleepaway camp?
Camp Director Elizabeth Dawson Shreckhise answers the questions that parents most want to know about sleepaway summer camp readiness.
Leaders-In-Training Update
There are some changes afoot in our proposed Leadership-In-Training program. We’re changing the launch to Summer 2019, and looking at a new term structure, too.