CAMP Chronicles- Spring 2022

Spring 2022

2021 Year in Review Page 2

New CAMP Sign Page 3

Volunteering at CAMP Page 4

Summer Positions Page 5

Summer Theme Page 6

Summer Applications Page 7

Gala Info Page 8

Volunteer Spotlight Page 10

Welcome New Staff Page 11

Tributes Page 12-13

Get Creative Page 14

Wish List Page 14

2022

Events

TADA March 26 PNO March 26 Respite Weekend April 2-3 Family Weekend April 8-10 TADA April 30 PNO April 30 Respite Weekend May 7-8

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All Are Welcome!

It’s not everyday that CAMP receives a gift that leaves a lasting legacy. But, in the case of our new welcome sign… we are thrilled to say this is one legacy that will truly be around for generations.

In February, we celebrated a new milestone in CAMP’s history as a new sign was unveiled that will serve as a landmark for everyone who arrives at CAMP. This beautiful new sign lets campers, volunteers, and families know they are entering a safe space that is full of hope for adventure, a promise of friendships, and a guarantee of acceptance for who they are as unique and wonderful individuals. This sign tells the community they are truly welcome to be here.

Thank you to Kathy and Larry McClaugherty for their thoughtfulness in having this amazing piece created for CAMP. Created out of a beautiful stone bolder, this gift is in memory of Kathy and Larry’s son, Neal, who had a great love for CAMP. Neal spent 10 years as a Camper before his passing in 2010. Now, his legacy lives on as a truly heart-felt welcome to all who come to CAMP.

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Could it be you?

CAMP is looking for some extraordinary volunteers for the summer! If you are at least 15 years old and would like to experience CAMP from a leadership standpoint, please apply.

Have Volunteer Questions?

We have answers!

CAMP’s Volunteer Service Coordinator, Stephanie Hernandez, is happy to help!

Email her at: stephanie.hernandez@campcamp.org

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Cabin Leaders!

Archery Staff Canoeing Staff Nature Staff Lifeguards Horseback Riding Staff

Outdoor Cooking Staff Arts & Crafts Staff Music Recreation Staff Sports & Recreation Staff

www.campcamp.org

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Get Ready for Adventure!

Perhaps this summer at Camp CAMP you’ll need to pack some extra gear for your stay… You’ll definitely need your standard accessories: sunscreen, bug spray, and sunglasses. Maybe you’ll also need a pith helmet, some binoculars, and a mosquito net! Well, okay, those last items are totally optional. All you really need to bring is your spirit for adventure, because we’re getting ready to launch:

2022: The Expedition Edition

Just what is an expedition, you may ask? Here are a couple of definitions found online:  An excursion, journey, or voyage made for some specific purpose, such as exploration  The group of persons engaged in such an activity What does expedition mean to you? One of the beauties of Camp CAMP is that, in many regards, you get to choose your own adventure! You get to set your own personal goals for each CAMP session. You get to experience the “challenge by choice” philosophy through trying new activities for the first time, by trying to meet or beat your own personal best at a favorite activity, and by truly reaching toward your own maximum potential!

As Silvie Mateljan writes, “Life is not a quest. It's a voyage of discovery. An expedition through yourself and life.”

We can’t wait for you to join the expedition!

www.campcamp.org And here is one more way you can join… If you would like to help design the “2022: The Expedition Edition” t-shirt, you can submit your drawing or graphic art to campmail@campcamp.org

by April 1, 2022! One design will be chosen from the entries received!

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Let the Adventure Begin!

As you daydream about what your expedition will look like this summer, we’ve got a surprise to share with you that offers definite promise of adventure… Camp CAMP has a new Giant Swing thanks to the generosity of the Tres Grace Foundation!

Campers who accept the challenge will be hoisted up by their cabinmates, and when ready, they will experience the thrills and freedom of swinging high above the trees.

Don’t worry, because the Giant Swing was professionally installed and CAMP Staff are being certified in its operation, and all appropriate safety equipment and protocols will be in place!

The picture above is the Giant Swing now installed at CAMP! The pictures below are our campers but using the Giant Swing at Camp Chrysalis when we visited during Camp CAMP’s construction in 2019.

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Summer Applications As we shake off winter and welcome spring, CAMP’s summer applications are in full swing! All of CAMP’s staff have summer on their minds as they process applications, begin hiring, and make programming ideas a reality for a fabulous summer of: “2022: The Expedition Edition!”

Everyone who comes to Camp CAMP for a session must have a complete application.

Keep in mind that only complete applications are accepted - on a first-come, firstserved basis - until spaces are filled. If any required paperwork or information is missing before a session fills, your application may be placed on the waitlist.

Here are a few helpful steps: Camper 1. Online Application 2. Additional Required Forms 3. Payment Option Information Paid Staff / Volunteer Counselor 1. Online application 2. Background check 3. References Healthcare Volunteer 1. Online application 2. Background check Whether you are a camper, volunteer (counselor/buddy), paid staff, or healthcare volunteer, this summer is one you won’t want to miss! See you around the CAMPfire!

www.campcamp.org

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Saturday, August 27, 2022 CAMP is thrilled to announce, after 2 years of hosting our annual gala virtually, the 14th Annual CAMP Gala is back in-person at the beautiful San Antonio Country Club, while offering a virtual gala option for our friends and sponsors who are unable to attend this live event.

Join us on Saturday, August 27th, as we reconnect, hear inspirational stories shared by our campers, families, and volunteers, and celebrate CAMP’s mission.

Ways to participate: Sponsorships Sponsorships range from $15,000 - $2,500 and include a table for ten, cocktail hour, a delicious three-course meal, as well as various marketing opportunities.

Tickets Tickets for an individual seat can be purchased for $250 and include admission to the event, cocktail hour and a delicious three-course meal. Tickets are limited.

Donate an Auction Item The CAMP Gala Auction is back and will be better than ever! If you would like to promote your business, please consider donating an item to feature in the auction.

Online Auction To ensure no one misses out on the fabulous auction packages featured in the auction, the silent auction will once again be online and open to everyone! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 19th, at Noon, when the auction opens and continues through 8:00 p.m. on August 27th.

With your support, CAMP becomes a reality for more than 1,000 campers, their families, teen and adult volunteers, and healthcare professionals whose lives are enriched by CAMP year-round. For more information about the Gala, to secure a sponsorship, purchase a ticket, or donate an auction item, visit gala.campcamp.org.

If you have an inspirational story or artwork you would like to share, please check out the guidelines at

bit.ly/SeeHearKnow

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Spotlight on

Devan Kumar

Thank you Devan for your amazing commitment to CAMP!

Simply Amazing!

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Taylor Bur ris Taylor is so excited to be a part of the CAMP team!

Serving as the Administrative Assistant for the Development team, Taylor will be processing all donations and ensuring everyone is thanked with lots of love from CAMP. Taylor is a San Antonio local on a quest to find the city’s best breakfast tacos. She recently received her Bachelor’s in Writing from Texas Christian University with a dual specialization in Publication & Production and Early Literature & Culture. When she’s not at work, Taylor loves reading science fiction and working in her vegetable garden. She and her husband are newlyweds with one beautiful fur baby named Salsa.

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Tributes are from December 1 through February 28 Andy and Julie Allen

by Mr. Paul Rohlfs Barrel Outlaws

by Bradley Tenorio Lyric Beckes

by Veazey-Way-Mohr Fund

by Kristina Prescott Aaron Berro

by Mrs. Shelley Watanabe Paige Bloxsom

by Ms. Audra Bloxsom Brandon Briery

by Ms. Charlotte Caples Tafaro The CAMP Staff

by Ms. Susan Osborne Jabe Cochren

by Mr. Homer Rhodes Dion Coleman

by Tommisina Coleman W.T. and Lorrie Cotton

by Mr. Paul Rohlfs Dr. Robert de Lemos, Dr. Chris Plauche, Dr. Fred McCurdy, and Dr. Don McCurnin

by Dr. Mark Croley Vincent Esqueda

by Mr. George Esqueda Jr. Dee and Trent Evans

by Janice Meier Trent Evans

by Ms. Rebecca Darling

by Mrs. Johanna Dee Evans

by Mr. Matt Evans

by Mr. Mike Evans, Jr.

by Mrs. Nancy Smith

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Issabella Francis

by Robin Francis Michael Hawkins

by The Hill Family Charitable Fund Belinda and Nerva Hercule

by Ms. Claire Jackson Dianna Hopkins

by Ms. Laura Villarreal Robert and Nancy Hunt

by Mr. Paul Rohlfs David Jaeger

by Ms. Kayla Jaeger David Law

by Mr. Howard Law Anna Lennartson

by Mr. Shawn Lennartson Jack and Evie McConnell

by Neville Charitable Fund Logan Moodie

by Mr. Myron Moodie Gregorio Nava

by Ms. Frances Jimenez Susan Osborne

by Dr. Fredrick McCurdy Madeleine Reichert Zachary

by Ms. Julia Norton-Keidel Matt Powell and Family

by Ms. Claire Jackson

by Ms. Claire Jackson Barbara and Carl Rohlfs

by Mr. Paul Rohlfs Claus Rohlfs

by Mr. Paul Rohlfs Marc Scherbarth

by Mrs. Gaylene C. Stokes

Jordan Terry

by Mr. Jerry Terry Dr. Reena Thomas

by Mr. James Lynch Paul and Jaydean Urban

by Mr. Ford Smith Brandy and John Williams

by Ms. Claire Jackson The Willoughby Family

by Mrs. Cynthia Pennell Jess Winslett

by Jeri Winslett Jevon Wood

by Ms. Claire Jackson Carolyn and Dick Woolley

by Mr. Paul Rohlfs

Tributes are from December 1 through February 28 David Aldrich

by Booz Allen Rosemary Alexander

by Mr. Bill Alexander Scarlett Ancellotti

by Mr. Jim Massey Constance Behrman

by Mr. Patrick Clinnin

by Ms. Marygael Cullen

by Margaret Dalmer

by Mrs. Marilyn Deters

by Mrs. Sandra Kihn

by Mrs. Marygene Ritchie Sammie Marie Briery

by Mrs. Janet Sexton Tany Brown

by Roland Patry John Carey Evans

by CJ Black

by Ms. Carrie Pyka

by Schmoyer Reinhard LLP

by Mrs. Caroline Stafford

by Ms. Annabel Wilkinson Marlin "Butch" Evans

by Ms. Dorothy Jean Evans

by Janis K Gilliam

by Patricia Rowe

by Mr. Jeffery Strickland

Dr. Gordon Goldstein

by Ruth Lane Philanthropic Fund of the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation Mary Ann Herring

by Mr. Larry McClaugherty Meghan Hill

by Ms. Rebecca Halstead

by Dr. Antoinette Hill Clayton Howard

by Mr. Robert Reed Bill Ivy

by Ms. Kathleen Dvorak Bill Jamison

by Dr. Brandon Briery

By Mrs. Sarah Coulombe

by Mrs. Dianna Hopkins

By Mrs. Susan Osborne Brian Lamont

by Mrs. Christy Lamont Nathan Lockhart

by Ms. Hannah Cruz Neal McClaugherty

by Mr. William Manahan Jill Munn

by Ms. Pamela C. Leonowich

Diana Neal

by Ms. Susan Butler Marlin Petty

by Dr. Brandon Briery

by Mr. Paul Urban

by Ms. April Langston Romie Shattuck

by Kris DeArmon

by Betty Enos Paul Heermans Smith

by Ms. Frances K. Ravicz Joseph Sullivan

by Dr. Nola R. Marx Zachary Thurmond

by Deb Benedict

by Jordan Gonzalez

by Mr. Michael Moore

by Schwab Charitable Fund Joshua Winter

by Dr. James Bowman, III

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Let’s Get Creative!

CAMP is seeking artwork, poetry, and other creative expressions by campers, volunteers, and staff members to be included in a larger, collaborative art piece. Submissions will be auctioned during the 2022 CAMP Gala on August 27, 2022.

Let your voice and artistic expression be seen and heard!

gala.campcamp.org

Help CAMP get ready for Summer!

Children’s Association for Maximum Potential PO Box 27086 | San Antonio, Texas 78227 (210) 671-5411 | www.campcamp.org