Closing Out Camp with Cotton Candy and Carnival Fun
Camp season 2025 ended on a high note with the final Carnival of the summer, hosted by our incredible partners at Stifel! [...]
Session 3 Kicks Off with Laughter, Learning, and Lake Time
HFH Summer Camps’ third and final session is officially under way! At Camp Wakonda, the day camp, students from Allie’s Place and Saratoga jumped straight into the lake upon arrival. Some focused on learning how to float, swim, and blow bubbles, while others competed to see who could hold their breath the longest or [...]
Campfires, Costumes, and Cannonballs: Closing Out Session 2 at Camp Lanowa
Session 2 at Camp Lanowa came to a close earlier this week, and campers headed home with new friendships, lasting memories, and plenty of stories to share. Here is a recap: Campers spent much of their time soaking up the sun and cooling off [...]
Geared up for Summer: Thank You to the Volunteers and Donors Behind the Scenes
The first session of Camp Lanowa wrapped up last week, and we are filled with gratitude for the volunteers and donors who made sure campers arrived geared up and ready to make the most of summer. Their [...]
Session One Goes Out with a Splash
The first session of HFH Summer Camps wrapped up earlier this week with an energetic celebration at the traditional end-of-session carnival. Campers from Camp Lanowa and families from Camp Wakonda day camp gathered for a day packed with games, music, and classic summertime treats. [...]
The HFH Summer Camps 2025 Season is Here!
Camp Lanowa and Camp Wakonda are officially open, kicking off another exciting season of HFH Summer Camps! From gymnastics and sports to swimming and arts & crafts, campers are diving into a week full of adventure, creativity, and connection. Sleepaway campers arrived at Camp [...]
Campers Behind the Camera
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 Final Hurrah: Closing Out the Camp Season at Camp Wakonda
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 [...]
Camp Wakonda Recap: Highlights from Our Latest Session
Our latest session at Camp Wakonda was packed with excitement and creativity. From action-packed sports and captivating nature explorations to lively evening activities, the campers experienced it all. Take a dive into the highlights! Action was the name of the [...]
HFH Summer Camps is in Full Swing!
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 [...]