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April 2, 2020
AYF Statement on the Coronavirus
Frequently Asked Questions AYF will continue to update these FAQ answers as new information develops. Last updated: April 2, 2020. What is going on at …
March 30, 2020
An Invitation to Shelter in Place
By Anna Kay Vorsteg Surely you are aware of the many Executive Orders being issued by Governors at this time. I write to make sure …
March 20, 2020
Playing the Hand We’ve Been Dealt
By Gretchen Clayton It is an understatement to say that this whole coronavirus situation is difficult – for kids, adults, businesses – everyone is …
February 20, 2020
“Faces around us were lighting up…” A Summer at Miniwanca
Below, Ollie Williamson, a former and current Boys Camp staff member shares his experience of his first summer on staff at Miniwanca. We hope you …
December 17, 2019
Seeking Interesting, Interested Adults
“I dare you, whoever you are, to share with others the fruits of your daring. Catch a passion for helping others, and a richer life …
December 2, 2019
Get into the spirit of #GivingTuesday
As we enter the holiday season, we’re reminded of the power of our positive communities. This year, AYF is participating in the global day of …
August 8, 2019
Our Last Full Day
Happy days indeed, here at Miniwanca. Our Polar Bears went to slip in the dip one last time and enjoy the beautiful waters of Lake …
August 7, 2019
Ride In
Today at Camp Miniwanca we had a not so typical day. We started off with the famous Doc Wheels Fun Run, where campers get to …
August 6, 2019
Talent Show
Today we had another typical day filled with campers’ Interest Groups. We started the day with our normal Polar Bear call and Morning Stretch. Today …
August 6, 2019
Four Trails Update – Coming Home
It’s time for the final Four Trails Update of the summer. Tomorrow is an exciting day for Four Trails as all the campers return from …
August 5, 2019
Welcome Home Adventurers
Welcome to one of our favorite days at Miniwanca! We started off the morning with our typical Polar Bear before the rising bell and a …
August 4, 2019
Four Fold Tournament
Welcome to another Sunday at Miniwanca! As always, the schedule is a little different here on Sundays. We started our day by taking it easy …