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Camp Echo Unveils Expanded Dining Hall Deck

A wide angle view of the new Dining Hall deck.

The Camp Echo Dining Hall deck extension will help transform the camp dining experience.  FREMONT, MI.  – McGaw YMCA is thrilled to announce the completion of Camp Echo’s Dining Hall extension just in time for Summer 2024. The addition of the new East Deck marks the first expansion of the historic Dining Hall and coincides with Camp Echo’s 100th-year anniversary. “The expansion of our Dining Hall highlights our commitment to blending tradition with progress during our centennial year,” said Bernard Rocca, Executive Director of Camp Echo. “We’re excited to offer a more spacious and flexible dining experience, ensuring every camper feels welcomed and valued.” During the Family Camp session held over Memorial Day Weekend, the inaugural group of campers experienced the Dining Hall extension firsthand, even using the new fireplace for closing ceremonies due to rain. This week, as Session 1 begins, the first group of youth campers will enjoy […]

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Kicking off the 100th season of Camp Echo

Families waving to campers as they depart for Camp Echo

The first Camp Echo bus of the summer hit the road TODAY, kicking off the 100th season of camp in Fremont, Michigan. Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with laughter, adventure, and lifelong memories! RELATED: Explore the history and legacy that has made Camp Echo a beloved tradition for 100 years in this Evanston RoundTable article by Nancy McLaughlin: Camp Echo celebrates 100 years – Evanston RoundTable.

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Summer Food Program at McGaw Y Offers Free Healthy Meals to Evanston Kids

EVANSTON, IL. — Summer break is here, and for many children, it means losing access to the nutritious meals they rely on during the school year. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), while over 30 million kids benefit from free or reduced-cost meals through the National School Lunch Program, only 3 in 10 eligible kids have access to free, healthy meals and snacks during summer break. This leaves many children without adequate nutrition during the summer months. The YMCA is addressing this critical need by providing free summer meals to help keep children healthy and well-nourished. Y sites across the country, including McGaw YMCA, along with other partnering organizations, will offer free meals through the Summer Food Program to any youth 18 and under. This summer marks the program’s thirteenth year, highlighting the Y’s ongoing commitment to helping kids achieve their full potential. In 2023, the McGaw YMCA

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