Over 250,000 youth from northwest
Ohio have enjoyed taking the plunge and swimming fun in the camp’s pool since
1957. According to the American Camping Association recreational swimming is
one of the top activities at youth summer camps.
4-H
Camp Palmer is accepting continuing donations to support the replacement of the
camp’s pool. Currently about 40% of funds ($200,000 raised thanks to many
generous donors of the estimated $495,000 needed) have been raised with an
anticipated new pool in place by summer of 2015. The demand and use of 4-H Camp
Palmer has grown steadily since 1947. 4-H Camp Palmer is a place where
adventure and excitement of discovery merge to lift minds of 21,000 camper days
of youth and adults annually.
4-H
Camp Palmer has also organized a brick memorial fundraiser to support the pool
fund. A 22 ft. by 22 ft. patio will be built surrounding the camps flagpole at
the center of camp. Dedicated 8” by 8” bricks can be purchased by individuals
or businesses. Individual, family or non-profit
youth group can order one for $100.00 or business can purchase a brick for $275
to advertise as thousands of youth and adults will walk by the patio at the
center of camp.
“One of
our early camp administrators and 4-H leaders, Lyle Spiess and wife, Hilda
Spiess have spear headed this project with a generous $5,000 donation. This
will cover the cost of concrete pavement and purchase of 1000 bricks. We are
very thankful for their support of this project and camp,” said Bill Goodson,
Executive Director of 4-H Camp Palmer.”
The
plan is to have bricks that have been purchased prior to April 6th
to be installed by early June of 2014. Bricks that will be ordered by July 20th
will be installed by early October. The first 3 years of this brick memorial
project, the proceeds will benefit the pool. For more information on ways to
support 4-H Camp Palmer pool project or order your memorial brick please call
419-237-2247 or email 4hcamppalmer@gmail.com
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