You remember your first paddle across Dart Lake, your first campfire under the stars, and your first big adventure. Now, you can help create those same unforgettable moments for another child. Scroll down to learn more about the impact of your gift to the Y and donate today!
YOUR IMPACT
- A child forms lifelong friendships through shared experiences in the great outdoors.
- A camper develops independence and leadership skills while navigating new adventures.
- A family’s financial barriers are lifted, ensuring their child has access to the transformative power of camp.
AYLA’S STORY OF IMPACT
“I love Camp Gorham so much! I’ve been going to camp for 12 years, and it keeps getting better and better! Since 2013, camp has been one of the most important experiences for me. Camp is super special to me because everyone here treats each other like family, and the friends I make here are usually for life. This camp is different than any other experience, things like no devices, make it easier to connect to cabin-mates, table families, and the people in your specialty track. Another thing I love is closing and opening campfires because opening is a great time to bond with your cabin, and closing is so fun but also sad since you’re leaving all the friends you bonded with over the session. Luckily, most people stay in contact with their camp friends. If I were to explain camp to someone who has never been, I would say it’s the best time you’ll ever have, you’ll make friends for life, and everyone treats you like family. Camp will be the time of your life. I love camp so much and will go for the rest of my life!” — Ayla M., Camp Gorham camper
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