Introduction Established in 1913, YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George is one of the oldest children’s summer camps in the country. The 200-acre site in Pilot Knob, NY was first used in July and August as a Schenectady YMCA boys’ … Continue reading
Program Statement – Who we are, What we do Mission The Capital District YMCA Camp Chingachgook is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the promotion of fitness and healthy life styles, strengthened family life, community development, the instilment of leadership … Continue reading
In 1988, the Camp planning committee spent many long hours focusing on the programs, operation, maintenance, future use, and long-range development of YMCA Camp Chingachgook. With the support of camp planning consultants, the committee prepared the Chingachgook Development Plan, which … Continue reading
Site Development and Fundrasing Accomplishments $ spent 1987 2739 people participate in Chingachgook programs, Total operating budget is $381,714. Chingachgook Master Plan completed by professional planners $20,000 Capital Campaign kicks oiff and we raise $30,000 for camp 1988 New tennis … Continue reading
Site Development 2000 Phase 1: Immediate Major Facilities 1 Maintenance Storage Building $ 80,000 R 80 x 120 foot building in Maintenance Storage area, to iclude office, shop, storage, bathroom, etc. 2 Hike/Trip Center 100,000 D Hike equipment and food … Continue reading
Site Development 2000 Phase 2: Short-Range (2 – 4 years) Major Facilities 11 Additional Staff Housing $ 80,000 O/R Winterized lodge and dormitory, replaces Algonquin Lodge on Staff Row. 12 Composting Toilet Building 20,000 O in Senior Girls’/Brookside WestFor education … Continue reading
Site Development 2000 Phase 3: Long-Range (5+) Major Facilities 22 Performing Arts Center $ 250,000 D Center for dance, music, drama 23 Sports Pavilion 150,000 D Covered basketball court and program center 24 Health Lodge 100,000 C First aid treatment … Continue reading
