The holidays have come early to the Camp Echo office this year, with hundreds upon hundreds of envelopes appearing on our doorstep each day. Within each envelope is a camper, and sometimes more, dreaming of their next summer at camp. The envelopes arrive in all shapes and sizes, with different colors and friendly messages. Each and every camper's registration brings joy to our office. Each registration is another opportunity for life-changing impact!  

The 18th of November marked the start of our registration for returning campers. In the two weeks of returning camper registration, 962 campers and 56 families registered for Summer 2015. Within the 962 campers are 117 adventure trip participants, 18 more than participated in the entirety of Summer 2014 and approaching an all-time record. We are thrilled by this unprecedented level of support for our programs, representing 65% of our capacity and a 44% increase in registrations over the same period in 2014 (which was also a record year).

To what do we owe this success? Exceptional programming over the last five years has led to a continued increase in registrations. The 2014 staff delivered impactful experiences for every camper, ensuring a rate of camper retention and great word of mouth marketing. Every camper, parent, and alum can ensure the long-term success of Camp Echo by continuing the spread awareness of Camp Echo. Thank you to each and every person who has sent a camper or recommended Echo to other campers.

We hope to see you all at the alumni reunion on December 27 to reminisce about past success, celebrate current success, and dream of future success.

Ignite the Spirit!

Nardo

With more

Spirit - Mind - Body,

Bernard Rocca

Camp Echo Branch Executive Director

BernradR@McGawYMCA.org  

Saturday, December 27, 2014 at 7:00 pm

Prairie Moon Restaurant and Bar

1502 Sherman Ave

Evanston, IL.

847-864-8328  

Heavy appetizers and non-alcholic drinks are included.  

Other food and drinks may be purchased. 

All are welcome, we suggest a $20 donation at the door to our Send-a-Kid-to-Camp fund.