This was the observation shared with campers and staff sitting in the Upper Lodge by Rich Parker, who has returned to F&W for over fifty summers.
Campers were stunned to hear that the forest wasn’t always there and reminded of the magical, somewhat eternal, sense of wilderness that embraces our community and how our surroundings have the potential to shape our experiences.
Hearing stories from Timberlake alumni—whether about trips, Pathfinders, logging expeditions or inspiring leaders—helps us all feel a part of something more enduring.
We will introduce you to campers and staff and let them escort you on a wander through camp. Take a dip in the lake, do a back flip off the rope swing or “The Monster,” and eat a meal in the Lodge. Most importantly, you can share your experiences and hear what our current campers and staff are doing and learning. The next morning join us for Silent Meeting. To support our campers’ experience, this weekend is for alumni without current campers.
You will organize your own accommodations locally and join us for activities on Saturday afternoon and again on Sunday morning for Meeting. Space is limited to a group of up to 18 people. Please contact me if you’d like to attend.
We’re excited about Timberlake’s new kitchen scheduled to be built in the next year! It would be great to hear any camp kitchen stories you may have to share, especially those involving Al Hicks. In fact, it would be wonderful to hear any TL memories you’d be willing to share with us.
I invite you to send us your story in whatever format you’d like. We’ve made it simple by setting up a page on the F&W website to do just that. Your shared memories are important to us.
Click Here To Share Your Story!Timberlake alumni help us keep our rich history alive for today’s campers, and carry our values forward to the next generation. We need you to be involved! We look forward to hearing from you.
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Tulio Browning
At Timberlake, we value Simplicity, Peacemaking, Integrity, Community, Equity and Service.
Here are a few of our memories from over the years!