AYF Centennial

Merrowvista Homecoming

September 12 to 14, 2025

All are welcome to come home to Canaan Valley for a weekend of centennial festivities. We will laugh, play, and celebrate 100 years of inspiring youth to discover their best selves and learn more about the future of our transformative organization. 

Attendees can participate in interest groups, explore Merrowvista, catch up with friends, enjoy delicious meals, and more. Throughout the weekend, we will immerse ourselves in positive and powerful community at the heart of AYF programs for a century.

Founder Friends of all ages are encouraged to join the centennial festivities. Onsite housing is available. All participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

We hope you join us to honor the past, celebrate the present, and embrace the future of the American Youth Foundation and Merrowvista!

Pricing

Onsite Adult (18+)

$250


Onsite Youth (3 to 17)

$125


Offsite Adult (18+)

$150


Offsite Youth (3 to 17)

$50

 A $50 nonrefundable deposit for each participant is due upon registration.

All rates include meals and activities. Ages 2 and younger are free.

Housing

Onsite participants will stay in a rustic, screened cabin or dorm-style housing. Priority will be given to those with limited mobility. Participants can indicate their housing preference during registration.



Financial aid applications are available during registration.

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Questions?

Director of Centennial Programs