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Do you love Camp Namanu? Join Friends of Namanu today!

Be sure to ‘like’ our Friends of Namanu Facebook page to receive regular updates and learn about what’s happening.

 

Purpose

Friends of Namanu works to keep the traditions of Camp Namanu alive through donations and direct service. This group is a part of Camp Fire Columbia.

History

Friends of Namanu was established in 1992, as The Camp Namanu Alumni Association. As we have grown over the years, the members decided that Namanu had a place in many people’s hearts, including some that were not specifically alumni. Changing the name of the organization was done in an effort to include all those that have spent time at Namanu that have a desire to be involved in supporting the camp.

What We Do

Friends of Namanu creates opportunities for individuals to be involved in the Namanu community in many active ways, like service weekend volunteer shifts and camp store staffing hours. The members also raise critical funding for the improvement and restoration of Camp Namanu and camp-related projects. Over the last five years, members have raised or contributed over $50,000, and provided countless volunteer hours for a variety of projects and programs.

  • Hold Monthly Committee Meetings that help steer our work
  • Provide supplies and yearly maintenance to the Weavery program at camp
  • Financially support annual projects and CIT Scholarships
  • Support three Volunteer Service Weekends at camp each year
  • Host alum weekends each year at camp 
  • Help gather needed supplies for the summer camp program
  • Create social gatherings for folks to gather and share a common love of Namanu
  • And so much more!

 

What members receive:

  • Newsletters on what is happening at camp including any upcoming activities
  • Opportunities to volunteer and support Namanu programs
  • Opportunities to connect with new and old friends

Contact [email protected] for more information about Friends of Namanu memberships.

Homecoming Weekend

Save the date! Friends of Namanu Homecoming Weekend

Thursday, September 8, 2022 starting at 3 pm to Sunday, September 11 at 11 am

There is a ton of fun to be had! Come enjoy a weekend at Camp Namanu and relieve camp memories with Polar Bear Plunge, tie dye, Banquet, Council Fire, archery, fabric crafts, and partake in our live and silent auctions, plant sale and of course, a Homecoming Dance (not like you had in high school!).

If you would like to lead a craft or art project, please contact Flash!  [email protected]  or Hobbes, [email protected]

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