Alicia Berlin. She began in 1980 as a camper and has served as
CIT, counselor, unit leader and assistant director during her
30 plus years at Camp Louise.

She adds that the camp experience is even more
meaningful to come back as staff.

“These kids are counting down the days from the moment
they leave camp until the following summer. It’s pretty
remarkable the impact that we could have,” Berlin says.

Celebrations The footprint of Camps Airy and Louise has extended
throughout the country and overseas, and the 100th
anniversary celebrations will reflect these connections as well.

Along with in-house celebrations for Louise and Airy
in 2022 and 2024, respectively, a virtual “toast from coast
to coast” will take place in 2023. A joint camp gala is also
planned for October 2023.

Being able to celebrate the longevity of a camp in the
wake of isolation from a global pandemic is significant.

This anniversary draws to the forefront the importance of
camp connections.

Berlin agrees. “We always say camp is needed more than
ever—especially right now.” T
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