Spring/Summer Merch Drop in the Online Store
“Fit Check!” New Camp Greenville merch has hit the online store for the spring/summer season. Be the first to grab these new designs, including two new tshirts, a long-sleeve sun shirt with hood, and a classic crewneck (pictured here).
Cory Harrison Named VP of Overnight Camping
YMCA of Greenville announced this week the positional changes of several leadership team members, including our very own Cory Harrison's promotion to Vice President of Overnight Camping!
2024 Adventure Guides Campout
The Adventure Guides concluded the 2023-2024 season with a fun adventure packed weekend! A new addition to the program this year was the “Dad Olympics” - a thrilling weekend-long head-to-head competition of common dad-themed challenges. Pictured inside are the finalists for the Grilling Competition!
We Wear Blue!
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month: in a show of solidarity, camp staff wore blue to help recognize the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect, so all kids can have a safe, healthy childhood!
Thank You Volunteers!
We're sending out a HUGE THANK YOU to all of our Camp Greenville volunteers who helped prepare camp for the spring! Projects included cleaning cabins, cutting wood, power washing, staining new picnic tables and benches, and more!
April Camper Updates
Monthly update sent via email to registered summer camp participant parents.
Camp Property Trails Widened
Throughout March and April, Blazing Trails NC cleared and widened miles of trails throughout the YMCA Camp Greenville property. The widened trails will not only provide an enjoyable and convenient hiking experience for campers and staff, but will also ensure continued safety for campers.
Volunteers Needed: April 13
Join the Camp Greenville Staff and Board of Directors on April 13 for a day of service, preparing the YMCA Camp Greenville property for spring and summer programs. Projects include: cabin cleaning, wood splitting, packout site prep, power washing, general camp cleanup, picnic table staining, and more. All ages are welcome! Registration required.
New Campers: Schedule a Family Tour
Who’s getting excited about summer?! Our team of camp directors are counting down the days until your arrival! We heard you loud-and-clear: you want to come visit camp! We’re adding FIVE tour days to the calendar!
Visit camp for a tour, see where campers sleep/eat/play, ask questions, and even see camp in action — because we’ll have family group programs happening at the same time.
April is Autism Awareness Month
Did you know we offer spring and fall family camp weekends for families with members on the Autism Spectrum? Our “Spectrum Family Camp” provides structured and safe opportunities for families to bounce, splash, sing, hike, play, cartwheel, and explore together.
Easter Sunrise Service 2024
YMCA Camp Greenville staff, board members, volunteers, friends of camp, and thousands of online viewers enjoyed our sunrise service on Easter morning. Cory Harrison, our VP of Overnight Camping at Camp Greenville, gave the Resurrection Sunday message at Pretty Place Chapel as the sun rose over the hills Easter morning.
When Fire Is a Friend: Prescribed Burns at Camp
During the month of March, our maintenance and property team, partnering with the Cedar Mountain Fire Department, utilized their expertise to perform a small number of “prescribed burns” on the Camp Greenville property. Have you heard of a prescribed burn before? Here’s what you need to know. Plus, photos of a recent burn.
March Camper Updates
Monthly update sent via email to registered summer camp participant parents.
Summer 2024 Themes Announced
Friday evening at camp always includes theme dinner and camper show. The dining hall and campers get dressed up and we celebrate the week we have had with a dinner dance party. Check the listings here to see what the theme is for each week this summer!
PACC: Self-Care Theme Recap
See a recap of February’s PACC theme: Self-care! Including morning and nighttime routines, food as fuel, and staying healthy at camp.
This article rounds up the links to each of the self-care theme’s articles and podcast episodes, plus the link to claim your monthly prize for new campers!
Alumni Update: Bryson Reed
Cory Harrison (pictured left), VP of Overnight Camping at YMCA Camp Greenville, recently visited Bryson Reed (pictured right) in Florida.
Bryson is a staff alumni of Camp Greenville, working in 2020 and 2021. He now works as the Director of Operations for a private aviation company.
PACC: Staying Healthy at Camp
The Health Hut is the go-to place for all things health and wellness at camp. There are two registered nurses available 24/7, providing first aid, medication management, and emotional support for campers and staff.
PACC: Food as Fuel
It’s time to journey through the culinary staples that fuel the fun at Camp Greenville. Let’s dive into meal planning, camper feedback, accommodating dietary needs, and the unique dining experience that sets camp meals apart from “real life”.
Camp Greenville Day at Sidewall Pizza
Meet up with Camp Greenville campers, parents, alumni, staff, and board members, while enjoying a slice! Your lunch or dinner order helps support YMCA Camp Greenville - our friends at Sidewall Pizza will be donated a portion of the day's sales total to camp.
Recap: American Camp Association Conference in New Orleans
The Camp Greenville leadership team had the privilege of attending the recent American Camp Association (ACA) conference in New Orleans, a gathering that brought together camp professionals, educators, and advocates from across the country to share insights, strategies, and the latest trends in the camping industry. Cory Harrison shares his reflections from the conference experience.