WELCOME
TO SUMMER CAMP!
Are
you ready to have a week of summer camp like no other? Since 1972, young
people have called Guggenheim "home away from home.” Located on the
shores of lower Saranac Lake, Summer Camp Guggenheim is a great place to make
friends, draw closer to Christ and have a whole bunch of fun in a natural
setting.
AVAILABLE
SUMMER SESSIONS:
Session 1: July 6 to July 11 (11-14 yrs old) $425
Session 2: July 13 to July 18 (12-15 yrs old) $425
Session 3: July 20 to July 25 (12-15 yrs old) $425
Session 4: July 27 to August 1 (12-15 yrs old) $425
Session 5: August 3 to August 8 (16-18 yrs old) $425
The
Summer Camp Guggenheim Mission:
Camp
Guggenheim seeks to be a source of hospitality, vitality, and evangelization in
the life of the Young Church of today. Programs are built around the
celebration of liturgy and are designed to enable young people to build
community as they grow in faith. Creativity, fun, wholesome adventure,
and a sense of each individual's giftedness, are cultivated in this environment
where safety is a priority. Staff members strive to teach by example as
they "walk with" young people. Life in this dynamic faith community
enthusiastically welcomes young people to participation in the life, mission,
and work of the Catholic Church.
Summer
Camp at Camp Guggenheim is a Diocesan Youth Ministry Department program in the
Roman Catholic Diocese of Ogdensburg.
Campers spend their mornings in one of the four main program areas: Liturgy, Waterfront, Arts & Crafts, and Project Adventure. Campers rotate through the programs, so by the end of the week, each camper will have experienced each program.
After an energetic song practice, lunch, and some quiet time and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, afternoon finds some campers climbing an Adirondack Peak, while others explore Lower Saranac Lake in our kayaks. Those looking for artistic opportunities might be found creating something in arts & crafts or dancing away. Activities such as soccer, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, and basketball are among the options for those looking for athletic involvement. Older campers have opportunities to go rappelling or to plan for an overnight camping excursion.
Everyone eventually gathers for beach time and a bit of lounging in the sun. Swimming and water volleyball are the favorites of many, while others choose to soak up some Adirondack sun on the beach. Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboats are also available for use. All waterfront activities occur under the watchful eye of our American Red Cross certified lifeguards.
Evening events at Camp Guggenheim include the Guggenheim Olympics, a campfire, creative adventure games, a variety show, and a dance. Special liturgies including Wednesday evening's Reconciliation service and Thursday evening's celebration of Mass are also favorites.Laughter, song, prayer, and friendship are a huge part of our entire day!
