04/20/2026
This past weekend didn’t go quite as we planned. During our Family Retreat, we found ourselves sheltering in the Lodge Friday night as tornado warnings moved through the area. It was an uncertain stretch of time— and our hearts are with the families and communities nearby who experienced significant damage and loss.
At camp, we were incredibly fortunate. While we had some downed trees, and lost power in a few buildings, there was no major structural damage, and everyone remained safe. In the middle of it all, something pretty special happened. Our camp community showed up for each other in the ways that matter most— steady, supportive, and full of care. Staff stayed focused on safety while also helping campers feel calm and connected…and yes, even finding small moments of joy where we could!
We’re so grateful for the trust families place in us, and for a team that leads with both preparedness and heart. The next two days, we got back to camp adventures- archery, goats, boating, a glow party, custom pancake art, and more!
A few testimonials shared by families:
✨The knowledge and experience the staff has is invaluable to families and that cannot be found at a hotel or other accommodations. This was the first vacation that I, as a parent, felt able to fully relax.
✨Thank you for going above and beyond during the storm. Not only were staff well trained and prepared for a weather emergency, but they also thought of ways to comfort my autistic child. During a tornado warning, having staff who are trained to work with children with special needs is priceless.
✨Respite is so important. We are unable to get babysitters at home. This is the only respite we get together as parents. It is so meaningful to our family.
✨Attending Family Camp is a treasured family tradition. Eating, sleeping, learning, exploring, growing, playing all in one place is so special. Having a cabin with plenty of space gives our son a chance to regulate so he can fully participate. Attending gives him a unique environment (with both family and staff support) to be more independent. Because of family camp, we have been working slowly toward the goal of our child attending overnight camp independently.
We’ll be taking time to reflect, clean up, and continue supporting one another—and we’re holding close those who were more deeply impacted by the storms.
Grateful for this community, always.
