CAMP WOODSTOCK YMCA

Camp Updates

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|

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|

No Internet or Cell Reception, but the Connection has Never Been Stronger

by Megan Hicks Summer camp has been a tradition for decades, offering kids a chance to experience the outdoors, make new friends, and learn new skills. Although technology has become an important tool and resource in our daily lives, Camp Woodstock has committed to a “tech-free” environment where kids can fully engage in an awesome camp experience. We promise our campers that their time at camp will be well documented, and they can exchange cell phone numbers at check-out! Overnight summer camps are meant to be a break from the [...]

2023-05-30T22:01:04-04:00May 20th, 2023|Categories: Camp Updates|

From Camper to Camp Caretaker: Welcome Home, Bill Parkman!

by Jackie Orlowski To many of you, Bill Parkman may be a friendly familiar face, but for others this may be your first time getting to know Bill. Either way, we are thrilled to welcome Bill back "home" to settle into retirement working at Camp Woodstock. For many people, summer camp is a cherished memory from childhood, filled with new friendships, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable experiences. But for Bill Parkman, camp was more than just a summer getaway – it was home. As a camper, counselor, program director, and off-season [...]

2023-05-30T21:57:33-04:00May 1st, 2023|Categories: Alumni, Camp Staff, Camp Stories, Camp Updates|