Preparing for Major Camp Milestones - with Marie Schmid and Alli Faricy - The Camp Owners Podcast #62

11 Dec

Celebrating 100 Years: Tips from Camp Foley's Milestone Event

In this episode of the Camp Owners Podcast, Kelly Shuna and Howie Grossinger talk to Marie Schmid and Alli Faricy from Camp Foley about celebrating their 100th anniversary. They discuss planning tips, lessons learned, and details from the milestone event. Topics include scheduling, event activities, alumni engagement, and maintaining camp traditions. This episode offers valuable insights for camp owners planning similar celebrations.

Highlights:

02:55 Introducing Marie and Ali from Camp Foley
03:41 Marie and Ali's Origin Stories
06:28 Planning the 100th Anniversary
08:06 Executing the Celebration
15:13 Challenges and Solutions
23:48 Event Highlights and Activities
30:25 Tips and Suggestions for Milestone Celebrations

Your Hosts:

Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps
Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines Ranch
Marie Schmid, Owner/Executive Director, Camp Foley
Alli Faricy, Director, Camp Foley

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