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The New Pines Pavilion & Shannon’s Rest renovation

Written by Tony Gronski Hello Woodstockers, Here are some photos of the new Pines Pavilion and Shannon’s Rest. The seating around the fire pit is designed for 60 people. The wall is a double wall so LIT’s and Yurters can get two rows of seating. Also the paved area provides program space to learn the camp cheers and practice skits in front and to the sides of the fire pit. It is really a beautiful area with an amazing view of the lake. It will be a gathering place to [...]

2024-03-22T14:23:10-04:00March 22nd, 2024|Categories: Camp Updates, Capital Campaign|

Alumni Spotlight: Ned Furtney

In our Alumni Spotlight, you can get to know your fellow Camp Woodstock alumni (or get to know them better!). We know your time at camp provided unique opportunities to learn and grow, and our Alumni Spotlight shows that impact while letting you reminisce alongside the community. Would you like to be featured or nominate someone to be featured? Email jackie.orlowski@ghymca.org In this issue, get to know alum, Ned Furtney, who continues to make an impact on Camp Woodstock! What different roles did you hold at camp?  My first summer at [...]

2023-10-27T13:04:25-04:00October 27th, 2023|Categories: Uncategorized|

The Arc of Eastern Connecticut: Building Communities, One Cookie at a Time

by Jackie Orlowski, alumni relations officer In the heart of Connecticut, The Arc of Eastern Connecticut shines as a beacon of support and inclusion for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities (IDD). With 14 local chapters, The Arc serves a wide range of towns, providing vital services that empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives within their communities. Individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities often face barriers to full participation in their communities: Transportation Challenges: Many people may be homebound due to a lack of accessible transportation options in the northwest [...]

2023-10-24T12:27:05-04:00October 24th, 2023|Categories: Uncategorized|

News from the Waterfront

with Tara McVeigh, Waterfront Director 2022-2023   Tara McVeigh, Camp Woodstock’s Waterfront Director for 2022 and 2023 has been a Woodstocker for nearly her entire life. Woodstock runs in her family, and so does the Waterfront. In 2017, when Tara was working as a counselor, her brother Shane McVeigh held the position of Boating Director, and he served as the Waterfront Director in 2018. In 2023, Tara led the Waterfront team through an incredible season. At YMCA Camp Woodstock, summer means adventure, and the Waterfront Program takes center stage in [...]

2023-10-24T15:39:59-04:00October 23rd, 2023|Categories: Camp Stories, Camp Updates|

“The Pines”- Focus of 2024 Improvements

written by Carey Greene Three projects are underway in “The Pines” and they are all scheduled for completion for campers to enjoy in 2024 and beyond. The “Pines” was first established in the late 1960’s when Camp Woodstock expanded and first became coed.  Over the years camp evolved and today the “Pines” are primarily home to our Leaders in Training program who live in Roskin Lodge and our oldest campers who enjoy the Yurts. Additionally, the “Pines” include program areas such as, archery, pickleball, floor hockey and a large playing [...]

2023-10-23T12:28:19-04:00October 23rd, 2023|Categories: Camp Updates|

The 100-Year Promise Campaign in Review

By Mike Sherman, Camp Woodstock Board of Advisors Three years ago, Tony and I met to discuss the probability of potentially raising half a million dollars during a pandemic. We were also beginning to plan for a 100th anniversary celebration the year after, so how could a capital campaign fit into that? Fortunately, alums and Board Members Mary Schone and Marcus Dandurand took over most of the complicated anniversary preparation that led to a memorable experience for over 450 Woodstockers. But what about the campaign? We decided a co-chair was [...]

2023-05-30T22:04:25-04:00May 30th, 2023|Categories: Camp Updates, Camp Woodstock 100 Years, Capital Campaign|