Support Camp Winnataska

     The Camp Winnataska Operating Committee (CWOC) and Directors of Friends of Winnataska (FOW) ask for your financial support of camp. As many of you know, the Winnataska endowment and campaign fund, Friends of Winnataska, Inc. was established in 1998 to provide for long-term sustainability of Winnataska to become self-standing in a long-range supportive structure. We are undertaking numerous new initiatives to meet that challenge including fund-raising events, capital donation requests and grant-writing.

     We need those who love camp to make a contribution - all amounts are treasured - to the efforts in which we are engaged. A million dollar endowment (or more) is needed for sustainability. Several large capital projects are in the works - a new pool, furnishings for Strickland, renovation of Price and expansion plus renovation of the dining hall. All of these will make Winnataska more available and more accessible to retreat and conference groups, providing new programs and opportunities for enjoyment in the out-of-doors.

    

     Let us give an unexpected measure and commit to an annual donation in support of camp. It is needed and will be wisely used. We are proud to know we have made a significant leap in financial stability through Friends of Winnataska, Inc. Please send your tax-deductible contributions to:

Friends of Winnataska, Inc.
Post Office Box 59514
Birmingham, AL 35259

Thank you in advance for your contributions.

Click here to read about the Chris Lower memorial fund.

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering at camp, there is always a need for willing helpers. Check the website home page announcments for work days out at camp. Sign up to get the How How How newsletter which will keep you informed of other volunteer opportunities. If you have a special skill, such as basketmaking or knot tying, please email the program director with your interest.

Recruitment Parties

  1. Call camp office for the recruitment package. It should include brochures, a camp cd and other materials as needed.
  2. Invite 5-10 potential campers including sibling.
  3. Have a small snack to serve.
  4. If wanted, ask camp office manager about a staff member or senior leader to come to answer questions.
  5. Point out all aspects of camp such as Christian experience, children learning new skills and the cost.
  6. Make sure campers and parents know about the High Ropes, Horses, and Go-Carts.
  7. Point out safety features, such as full time nurse on duty, Mr. B (the caretaker) and the other security measures taken.
  8. We would appreciate a list of all who attended your party; name, address, email and age. 
  9. DEADLINE for having parties and turning in all recruitment lists has been set for May 15, 2010.