This gallery features photos taken by campers during the 2024 HFH Summer Camps season. Inspired by volunteer Daniel Friedland—who’s continuing the family tradition of his older siblings volunteering at camp—this project gave campers a chance to capture camp through their own lens. Enjoy! [...]
The last session at Camp Wakonda brought together the best of camp life, from cherished traditions to new experiences. From the moment the campers arrived, they dove headfirst into a week full of classic camp activities, evening programs, and new outdoor adventures. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the memorable moments from the [...]
The latest campers were all smiles as they arrived at Camp Wakonda yesterday and jumped straight into outdoor fun—playing basketball, tossing the frisbee, and connecting with new and old pals. Thanks to generous donations, the kids found welcome goodies waiting on their [...]
An eighth grader from the International School of Brooklyn recently made a generous donation to HFH Summer Camps. As part of a school project focused on community impact, Sam Torres decided to use his artistic talents to raise funds for a local organization addressing homelessness in NYC. After connecting with HFH’s Partnerships Manager, Tierra [...]
Hear from new and returning campers about their favorite Camp Wakonda memories and what they are excited for this upcoming camp season.
As Camp Wakonda gears up for another unforgettable summer, Camp Director Arion Barcene wants to make sure that campers come prepared with the essentials—take a look at the packing list! What to Pack Bathing Suit Hat Jeans / Long Pants Light Jacket Pajamas Shorts Sneakers Socks [...]
On one of their nature hikes, Brianna shows campers how to identify wild raspberries. At Camp Wakonda, staff come from near and far, each bringing their unique talents to share with the campers and create an enriching sleepaway summer camp experience. With 47 total camp staff from [...]
The third and final session of the HFH Summer Camps 2023 season culminated in a grand finale with the campgrounds transforming into an old-fashioned carnival. Thank you to the amazing team at Stifel, who not only sponsored [...]
Go Wakonda! Face painting was a highlight at Session 2 Carnival, thanks to volunteers from Knock Knock Give a Sock! Volunteers also hosted stations for campers to make beaded bracelets and paint on miniature easels—both equally big hits. Memories were [...]
HFH Summer Camps Session 1 Carnival was a smashing success! As is custom at the end of each session, Camp Wakonda gathered on their last full day of Camp for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition. Staff and campers alike faced off [...]
