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Work at Camp Echo This Summer

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Join the incredible team at McGaw YMCA’s Camp Echo in Fremont, Michigan! We’re seeking individuals who are passionate about making summer camp a place where community thrives, and every camper experiences a sense of belonging, growth, and connection in spirit, mind, and body. Camp Echo is now hiring for a variety of positions for Summer 2025. Whether you love working directly with campers or prefer a behind-the-scenes role, there’s a place for you at Camp Echo. Come be a part of an unforgettable summer adventure! View the listing of job openings here Qualified applicants will undergo interviews and reference checks. Positions are filled based on applications submitted by the following Priority Consideration dates: November 1, 2024: Returning International Program Staff December 1, 2024: Unit Leaders, Lead Cooks, Food Service Operations Specialist, Junior Staff (R1) January 1, 2025: Activity, MESH and Program Specialists, Health Officers, Cooks, Junior Staff (R2) February 1,

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McGaw Y Staff Attend Emerging Multicultural Leadership Experience National Conference

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Eight staff members from McGaw YMCA, representing various areas of the organization, attended the conference. (From left to right) Melissa Franada, Marketing; Candy Falcon, Men’s Residence; Lavonia Swanson, Finance; Ingrid DeCherrie, Aquatics; Onam Lansana, MetaMedia; Manny Luna, Children’s Center; Sean Wells, Building Services; and Taishiya Nix, Human Resources.  Norfolk, VA – Eight McGaw YMCA staff members alongside President and CEO Monique Parsons recently attended the Emerging Multicultural Leadership Experience (EMLE), a national conference hosted by YMCA of the USA (Y-USA). EMLE provides a space for multicultural Y staff to learn, grow, and connect with peers nationwide. Part of Y-USA’s Multicultural Leadership Development (MLD) initiative, the event supports the growth of diverse staff, preparing them for leadership roles within the national Y Movement. At the conference, attendees engaged in mentoring, career coaching, networking, and breakout sessions covering topics relevant to all career levels. Onam Lansana, MetaMedia Manager at McGaw YMCA, noted

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Camp Echo Announces Summer 2025 Dates & New Combined Registration

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Camp Echo is excited to share the dates, rates, and the introduction of a new combined registration process for the Summer 2025 season! New! Register for Youth Camp and Family Camp Together Starting this year, campers can register for both Youth Camp and Family Camp programs at the same time. Registration for all programs will open on the same dates, with the Early Registration Lottery opening on December 3 until 12:00 p.m. on December 10, and Open Enrollment beginning on January 7. Summer 2025 Dates For those ready to plan their summer adventure, the season will kick off Memorial Day Weekend with Family Camp, followed by Youth Camp programs starting in early June. A full list of session dates for both Youth and Family Camps can be found on the Dates & Rates page. Additionally, a helpful overview of the 2025 Youth Camp programs, organized by grade level and session,

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