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7th Annual Camp Fire Luncheon Fun and Friendships in the Great Outdoors Register now! When: Saturday, October 15, 2011 Where: Aladdin Shrine Center 3850 Stelzer Rd., Columbus, 43219 Cost? You decide. There is no price set for the luncheon. If after the program about Camp Fire today you wish to […]

August 27, 2011 Board of directors announces search for new Executive Director. Help take Camp Fire into the next 100 years. Deadline for submissions is September 26, 2011.  Please email all resumes to us at: camp@centralohiocampfire.org Executive Director posting

Things are in full swing at Camp Wyandot Overnight Camp and Camp Otonwe Day Camp. We launched an aggressive marketing campaign this past spring to raise our numbers at both camps. We have had some success with that at both locations and we will continue to use this type of […]

Many of Camp Fire’s club programs are going strong throughout the summer, and some will start up again in the fall. Camp Fire clubs are for boys and girls. They emphasize group dynamics, building self esteem, child-led activities, nature and outdoor skills. Club activities are based on sound research and […]

The Whole Foods on Lane Avenue moved into their new (temporary) location on July 5th. The new store is much smaller so they were not taking any of their food preparation equipment or their old freezers, refrigeration units or shelving with them. They reached out to area non-profits to see […]

It is said the two foundational steps to finding personal peace are: 1. Staying centered in the present 2. Developing meaningful connections with nature Here is an exceptional opportunity to cultivate these two critical components! The upcoming Fox Trail, sponsored by Coyote Trails (501 3c non-profit). At beautiful Camp Wyandot, […]

Camp Fire USA Central Ohio Council announces the Memories of Camp Fire Brick Campaign. Add to your special memories of Camp Fire by purchasing an inscribed brick to create a lasting memorial of your commitment to Camp Fire. Do you have a special memory you would like to share, or […]

Much is happening down at Camp Wyandot to prepare for this summer. There have been volunteer work groups repairing roofs on cabins and replacing the porch on “Grey Squirrel”. We have some weekends coming up that we want you to know about. You could join us for work, play or maybe a […]

Eat yummy food and help kids that have lost someone special. Camp Atagahi at Camp Wyandot, a Place of Healing and Hope, is having a fund raiser at Buffalo Wild Wings in Grandview: 968 W. 5th Ave. on May 25th. Simply print and take the coupon below to the Grandview […]

Many of our clubs joined us at Camp Wyandot on May 7-8 for our annual “Spring Skills” event. A great time was had by all. The activities included: Fishing, Hiking, Boating, Knife Safety, Fires (Edible and Friction), Tree planting, Songs, S’mores, Council Fire, and Games. Check out the slide show […]

ThisWeek Clintonville paper printed an article about our very own Blondie (Betty Heffernen). Follow the link to see the entire article. We are proud of the high caliber of our 2011 Camp Director, as well as our entire camp staff, including counselors, medical staff, waterfront lifeguards, maintenance and kitchen staff!

We are very energized this year for a great camp season and registrations are coming in ahead of schedule, but there is still a lot to do to fill camp.  We need your help to spread the word. April is a critical month for reaching parents with school-aged kids.  Help […]