Camp Edwards NBZ

04/24/2026

HEY NBZ!
May 30 Project 600 - Camp needs our help getting camp ready please let us know if you are able to help!

Save the Date! NBZ day is July 11th!! More info coming soon!

If you are interested in being on the board or you would like to be on the subcommittee for the 100-year camp anniversary please email us! [email protected]

PLEASE PAY YOUR DUES HERE! https://www.gcfymca.org/programs/camp-edwards-resident-camp/our-facility/alumni

07/16/2025

Thank you 2025 Nani Ba Zhu (NBZ) crew for attending NBZ day thid past weekend. 💟

If you were not able to attend, we missed you!

Please find the most recent newsletter below. If you’re not not getting these epic updates delivered to your email inbox, please click below to opt in.

As well, if you need to square up with your annual dues, you can use the link below.

Nani Ba Zhu members have been instrumental in support of the Honors program both financially and through a historical perspective, ensuring program continuity. Senior Master Campers contribute dues to fund the materials used in the Honors program, and although camp facilitates the program, members have fully funded the program from the beginning, lessening the financial burden to camp.

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07/05/2025

ITS ALMOST HERE! ONE WEEK AWAY!! NBZ DAY!
Saturday, July 12 - 11am -4pm
Enjoy a classic camp cookout, our annual NBZ meeting, and quality time at camp!

• 11:30am -12:00pm check in by car and then head up to the deck by the beach to catch up with your
NBZ friends
• 12:00pm-12:45pm. BBQ Lunch and fun games
• 12:45pm-2:00pm. Annual NBZ
Meeting on the deck. Board introductions, Member updates, round table discussions, election for the 2024-2026 board
• 2:00pm-4:00pm. Swimming, canoe, paddle boards, porch time, beach time and chill time.

Please RSVP by emailing [email protected]

Please pay your dues here - https://www.gcfymca.org/programs/camp-edwards-resident-camp/our-facility/alumni

05/27/2025

Sorry for the late notice. May has been super busy and time got away from us. Project 600 will be this Saturday if anyone is interested in coming up to help out. Fence work, waterfront prep and grounds work will fill the day. Please email Jody Heimos if you are interested in helping out. [email protected].

Send a message to learn more

04/06/2025

Come enjoy an evening with camp friends! Meet old and new friends, and share the memories!
Saturday, June 7th at 5pm at The Piggery - 1625 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL. 60613. $25 per person for food and drink.

This is a 21+ event
PLEASE RSVP via the comments or message us!
SEE YOU THERE!

04/02/2025

📣 Happy April Fools’ from NBZ 😄🪑🌊

🕵️‍♀️💭 Got a memorable camp prank of your own? We want to hear it! Drop your funniest, most unforgettable prank stories below ⬇️

02/09/2025

📣 Attention Nani Ba Zhu Alumni! 📣

Since 1929, Camp Edwards has been shaping strong character and lifelong friendships. As a proud member of the Tribe of the Nani- Ba- Zhu (NBZ), you are part of a legacy that has supported the Honors Program for generations.

From the very beginning, the Honors Program has been funded by NBZ members like you—ensuring future campers can experience the same journey. Your dues help cover the materials and resources needed to continue this meaningful tradition.

😌If you haven’t already, we kindly ask you to renew your dues today!

👉Click here to renew your dues https://www.gcfymca.org/programs/camp-edwards-resident-camp/our-facility/alumni

07/13/2024

A whole lotta love today at our 2024 NBZ day. Thanks to our board for volunteering their time throughout the year. Huge thanks to NBZ members Mitch, Elliott and Alison for sharing their camp stories today. Safe to say, we all left inspired and happy to be a part of Camp Edwards!! 💜

Link to pay your dues: https://www.gcfymca.org/programs/camp-edwards-resident-camp/our-facility/alumni

07/11/2024

We hope to see you Saturday 7/13 at camp for our annual NBZ day. Schedule below. Please RSVP! Lunch provided!

06/23/2024

Congrats Jody for 20 great years at Camp Edwards!