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February 4, 2019
Winter Wonders and Volunteer Weekend
Even in the midst of this season of epic winter cold, it’s a busy time at Miniwanca. Since the beginning of 2019, Miniwanca has already …
January 25, 2019
A Season of Change – A Message from Anna Kay and Heather
As many of you may know, Anna Kay and Heather have worked in partnership to lead the AYF for many decades. It is with mixed …
November 2, 2018
Apply to Work Summer 2019
With the Miniwanca Staff Application officially open for Summer 2019 (#JoinTheTeam2019), we’re looking forward to connecting with new and returning staff members from all around …
October 20, 2018
Remembering Marie Prange Oetting
Marie Prange Oetting had a life-long involvement with the American Youth Foundation and embraced the timeless mission of balanced living and best self as an …
October 15, 2018
Adventuring the Connecticut River
“Draw right! Forward! Left! Nice, we made it!” These calls emanated from our canoe as we navigated our way down one of a number of …
August 22, 2018
A Four Trails Summer In Review
As all of the campers, parents, and leaders begin to settle back into their homes and things quiet down from the summer, I’m left reflecting on …
August 16, 2018
Songs of the Summer
Perhaps when you think of the song of the summer, you think of The Beatles (“Get Back,” 1969), Whitney Houston (“I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” …
August 15, 2018
MV Production
Tonight’s Nights Doings was MV Production! MV Production is the Merrowvista play that happens every session. This year, the play was written and co-directed by …
August 13, 2018
Let the Games Begin
We’re coming to the final stretch! All of our in-camp programs have returned from their adventures outside of the Canaan Valley and are here to …
August 10, 2018
News from the Trail!
Katahdin returned on August 8th from a paddle in northern Maine. After a couple long days to start along Aziscohoos Lake and the Magalloway River, …
August 9, 2018
10 Strategies to Be Your Best Self
Here at Merrowvista, it’s no secret that we strive to be our best selves! Campers go through their daily routines and activities while being guided …
August 8, 2018
The Fantastic Four (Folds)
While the 2wk Pioneers were heading back from their overnight trips and the 4wk Trailblazers prepared to set out for a day of hiking or …