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SUMMARY:Shorts Alumni Event
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Summer with YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps at Short’s Brewing Co.\nYMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps\, with residential camp locations on Torch Lake and Arbutus Lake\, welcomes campers from more than 38 states each summer. Through wilderness adventures\, meaningful friendships\, and intentional youth development\, campers gain confidence\, independence\, leadership skills\, and lifelong memories as they hike\, canoe or bike in state and national parks throughout Michigan and Southern Ontario. \nThis summer\, alumni\, families\, friends\, and community supporters are invited to gather for a special celebration in the heart of Northern Michigan. Join us for the Friends of Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Summer Gathering on Friday\, July 17\, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Short’s Brewing Company Pull Barn & Production Facility in Elk Rapids\,  \nEach July\, the Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Board of Directors travels from across the country to meet in person\, and this annual gathering brings together the broader camp community for an afternoon of connection\, celebration\, and camp spirit. Whether you grew up on the shores of Torch Lake or Arbutus Lake\, sent your children to camp\, or simply believe in the mission of Hayo-Went-Ha Camps\, this event is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect and meet others who share a love for camp. \nGuests will have the opportunity to meet board members\, share camp stories\, reconnect with old friends\, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of Short’s Brewing Company. \nA very exciting announcement will also be made at 5:00 p.m. during the event regarding a significant initiative that will help shape the future of Hayo-Went-Ha Camps and preserve this special place for generations to come. \nEvent Details\nWhen: Friday\, July 17\, 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Special Announcement: 5:00 p.m. \nWhere: Short’s Brewing Company Pull Barn & Production Facility\, Elk Rapids\, Michigan \nWho: Open to all alumni\, families\, friends\, and supporters of YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps \nNo RSVP is required. Simply bring your camp spirit and join us for an afternoon of friendship and celebration. \nFor more information\, please contact Amanda Macaluso at amacaluso@hayowentha.org or 231-544-5915.
URL:https://hayowentha.org/events/shorts-alumni-event/
LOCATION:Short’s Brewing Pull Barn\, 211 Industrial Park Drive\, Elk Rapids\, MI\, 49629\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Arbutus Lake,General,Recruitment,Torch Lake
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
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SUMMARY:Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Short’s Brewing Pull Barn 211 Industrial Park Drive\, Elk Rapids\, MI\, United States \n\nYou’re Invited: Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Homecoming! \nHomecoming is a time-honored tradition—a chance to reconnect\, share stories\, and celebrate the spirit of a community. Whether you’re a proud alum\, a current camp parent\, or both\, join us for HWH Camps Homecoming—a relaxed and fun gathering to reconnect with old friends\, meet new ones\, and celebrate the camp community we all love. \nDates:\nSunday\, July 12th starting at 4:00 p.m. following camper drop-off \nAfter you’ve settled your camper into camp\, head over to Short’s for an afternoon of conversation\, connection\, and camp spirit. Enjoy complimentary cheese\, crackers\, and fresh fruit while catching up with fellow alumni\, parents\, staff\, and friends of camp. There will be friendly games\, camp updates\, plenty of stories\, and an opportunity to hear about all the exciting things happening at Hayo-Went-Ha Camps. \nNo RSVP is required—just stop by and join us. \nQuestions? Please contact Amanda Macaluso at amacaluso@hayowentha.org. \nWe can’t wait to welcome you back and celebrate another incredible summer together. \nEach for All\, All for Each!
URL:https://hayowentha.org/events/homecoming-1-2/
LOCATION:Short’s Brewing Pull Barn\, 211 Industrial Park Drive\, Elk Rapids\, MI\, 49629\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
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SUMMARY:Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Short’s Brewing Pull Barn 211 Industrial Park Drive\, Elk Rapids\, MI\, United States \nYou’re Invited: Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Homecoming! \nHomecoming is a time-honored tradition—a chance to reconnect\, share stories\, and celebrate the spirit of a community. Whether you’re a proud alum\, a current camp parent\, or both\, join us for HWH Camps Homecoming—a relaxed and fun gathering to reconnect with old friends\, meet new ones\, and celebrate the camp community we all love. \nDates:\nSunday\, June 14 starting at 4:00 p.m. following camper drop-off \nAfter you’ve settled your camper into camp\, head over to Short’s for an afternoon of conversation\, connection\, and camp spirit. Enjoy complimentary cheese\, crackers\, and fresh fruit while catching up with fellow alumni\, parents\, staff\, and friends of camp. There will be friendly games\, camp updates\, plenty of stories\, and an opportunity to hear about all the exciting things happening at Hayo-Went-Ha Camps. \nNo RSVP is required—just stop by and join us. \nQuestions? Please contact Amanda Macaluso at amacaluso@hayowentha.org. \nWe can’t wait to welcome you back and celebrate another incredible summer together. \nEach for All\, All for Each!
URL:https://hayowentha.org/events/hayo-went-ha-camps-homecoming/
LOCATION:Short’s Brewing Pull Barn\, 211 Industrial Park Drive\, Elk Rapids\, MI\, 49629\, United States
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
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SUMMARY:National Day of Hayo-Hiking
DESCRIPTION:Hayo-Hike Day Is Going National (and International!) \nOn April 25\, the Hayo-Went-Ha Camps community will be gathering across the country\, and even around the world\, for National Hayo-Hike Day. From coast to coast\, alumni\, families\, and friends are coming together to get outside\, reconnect\, and celebrate the camp spirit. \nEach hike is uniquely led by members of our alumni community and reflects the love of connection that defines Hayo-Went-Ha camps. You are welcome to join a Hayo-Hike in your area. It is a great opportunity to share stories\, build connections\, and celebrate camp. \nNo matter where you are\, you can be part of Hayo-Hike Day. Join a local hike\, gather a few friends of your own\, or simply spend time outside and share your experience with the camp community. This is a great way to honor Earth Day and the official kick off of the Summer Dreams Campership and Equipment Drive that will launch on April 22nd. \nWe can’t wait to see photos and stories from across the country and beyond as we celebrate together on April 25. \nHayo-Hike Day Locations – April 25 \nWe’re excited to share the growing list of Hayo-Hike gatherings happening across the country (and beyond). Each location is hosted by members of our camp community and offers a unique way to connect\, explore\, and celebrate camp. \nAnn Arbor\, Michigan\nHosted by Emma Macaluso\n11:00 AM\nUniversity of Michigan Nichols Arboretum\n1610 Washington Heights\, Ann Arbor\, MI \nAtlanta\, Georgia\nHosted by Ani Hildebrandt and Chris Holter\n10:00 AM\nIsland Ford at the Chattahoochee River\n8800 Roberts Drive\, Sandy Springs\, GA\nMeet outside the Visitor Center \nArbutus Lake (Camp AHWH)\nHosted by Mackenzie “MackMo” Morrison\n2:00 PM\nMeet at the Camp Office \nTorch Lake (Camp THWH)\nHosted by Jack LaGoy\n2:00 PM\nMeet at the Camp Office \nChicago\, Illinois\nHosted by Connor Cronan\nDetails coming soon \nCincinnati\, Ohio\nHosted by Mimi Dyer\nDetails coming soon \nCleveland\, Ohio\nHosted by Doug Vahey\n4:00 PM ET\nSalt Run Trail (5K with shorter option)\nCuyahoga Valley National Park\n1000 Truxell Road\, Peninsula\, OH \nFort Collins\, Colorado\nHosted by Meg VanOsdol\n1:00 PM\nPoudre Trail\nMeet at the parking lot (link to map provided) \nNew York City\, New York\nHosted by Brad Middlekauff\n2:00 PM\nCentral Park – Fred Lebow Statue\nEast 90th Street and 5th Avenue \nPortland\, Oregon\nHosted by Nat Mitchell\, Kyla Louis\, Christa Shier\, and Carson Keene\n10:00 AM\nOaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge\nNorth Parking & Trailhead \nSeattle\, Washington\nHosted by Lucy Portman\n1:00 PM\nDiscovery Park – North Parking Lot \nWashington\, DC Area\nHosted by Casey and Hadley Robinson\n10:00 AM\nNational Arboretum\nMeet in the parking lot off R Street (near the Bonsai Garden/Admin Building) \nAustralia (International Hayo-Hike!)\nHosted by Eliza Flower and Ellie Cameron-Krepp\nDetails coming soon \nFinal details for a few locations are still being confirmed\, and we’ll continue to share updates as they come in.
URL:https://hayowentha.org/events/hayo-hiking/
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