One of the biggest parts of the Merrowvista experience is the opportunity to take part in hiking trips. Campers of all ages participate in a hiking trip, and as they...

“I’m hungry – when’s lunch?” “Can I have a snack?” “What’s for dessert tonight?” Camp staff hear these questions constantly during a typical day. Mealtime is one of the most...

It was a Silver Opening Day as rain poured on cars driving up the huge hill leading to camp. Energetic staff and leaders waited to greet campers as they arrived...

Last month, Merrowvista welcomed new and former staff from across the world to prepare for the arrival of this summer’s campers. The staff team spent time getting to know one...

The staff at Camp Merrowvista are hard at work getting ready for the arrival of the summer 2023 campers. One unique tradition staffers and campers at Merrowvista share, Keep Camp...

As they prepared for summer 2022, the American Youth Foundation team was determined to provide a strong network of support for campers struggling with emotional health. Director of Community Life,...

Aubrie Boyd grew up loving summer camp life, from her first sleepaway camp experience at Camp Wyandot in Ohio to her role as a seasonal staffer at other campers. She...

There are several opportunities for volunteers for those who want to serve humbly and reconnect with their favorite American Youth Foundation program this spring and summer. “Volunteer support is vital...

The American Youth Foundation will welcome back esteemed former colleague and community member Kris Light this summer. Light will join the AYF Leadership Team as Director of Strategic Program Initiatives...

Explore Merrowvista and learn more about summer 2023 during our Open House! Join us at at Merrowvista at 147 N. Canaan Road in Center Tuftonboro, Hew Hampshire from 1 to...

For almost 100 years, American Youth Foundation campers have embarked on journeys measured in miles, challenges, and personal growth. Like any journey, camp begins with a single step, and for...

As youth returned to Merrowvista and Miniwanca in 2021 and 2022, the facilities teams focused on how the sites could best serve participants in the future while bringing much needed...

The entire family is invited to lend a hand this spring at Miniwanca and Merrowvista! This year, Volunteer Weekend takes place April 28 to 30 at Miniwanca and May 12...

The American Youth Foundation shares its mission and values with hundreds of young participants each year through its Community and School Programs. One partner, Park School in Brookline, Massachusetts, brought...

All youth deserve to experience the power of self-discovery and personal growth American Youth Foundation outdoor education programs provide. The strong relationships formed between the AYF and its Community and...

Temperatures may be dropping, but the American Youth Foundation is fully focused on warm sunny days ahead as registration opened for 2023 summer camp this week. Already, more than 200...

The American Youth Foundation continues to carefully build back its programs to pre-pandemic levels, including our Community and School Programs at Miniwanca and Merrowvista. This year, both sites are welcoming...

The four folds are at the core of all AYF youth programming, whether camp or the many students visiting Merrowvista for community school programs. These folds are physical, mental, religious,...