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"Pine Cove is a non-profit, non-denominational, year-round Christian camp that operates three family camp facilities and three youth camp facilities with locations in Tyler and Columbus, Texas, and ministers to more than 33,000 people annually. Phil Hicks is Sports editor. He can be reached at 903.596.6275. e-mail: ?Tyler Morning Telegraph 2006 Yao Ming scored 36 points and Rafer Alston had 14 points, 12 assists and eight rebounds, leading Houston to a 107-76 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in... (Tyler Morning Telegraph, TX)
The 20 lives of Billy Crystal Oct 15, 2006
" He decided on his future profession after watching a Jewish stand-up comedian at a family camp in the Catskills, a mountainous region north of New York city. "It was the first professional comedian I had seen. I couldn't relate to the stuff he was talking about but it was the rhythm, the timing, the way he held that microphone, the way he prowled that stage like a panther, like a cat. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Funding will help two groups offer more aid in area Sep 29, 2006
Settled on about 360 acres, the property will be home to summer programs, as well as a variety of youth and business team-building sessions, family camp and outdoor recreation programs. Jim Everett, CEO of the Treasure Valley Family YMCA, said the camp will offer unique opportunities for local youth. (Idaho Press-Tribune)
Now you see me ... Sep 10, 2006
As they used to do, at the family camp, in the torpid summers. Advertisement. (Toronto Star)
Capital Briefs: Aug. 28-Sept. 1 Aug 31, 2006
McCain has been steadfast in his support of the President and those of us who have been in the Bush family camp for 25 years or more appreciate that, Bathgate told the Financial Times. Primary Wars. (Human Events Online)
An island home Aug 26, 2006
An ambitious plan by the nonprofit Island Alliance envisions an eco-retreat and family camp where the fort's brick buildings stand today. A first important step toward development has been taken: Electricity and water hookups to the fort should be coming on line by the end of the summer. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Sportsmanship a matter of heart, not winning Aug 24, 2006
This summer, as an instructor for Wilkinson, I remember him suggesting at a family camp that when a child comes home from a match, instead of asking, Did you win today. or What was the score. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Home from camp Aug 23, 2006
Located 20 miles outside Yosemite National Park, Camp Mather is a family camp, run by the city and county of San Francisco ... Back at home again, I resume scanning the headlines, shaking my head and thinking that the world needs a week at family camp. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
A family of note Aug 19, 2006
The brothers also joined with like-minded musicians to form the Indian Creek Delta Boys, a name inspired by their family camp site where Indian Creek and the Embarras River converge. That band performed at music festivals and recorded albums containing much of the old-time string band music they had recorded. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Observermail Aug 12, 2006
In Escape we deliberate how to make the most of our Indian Summer: Phil Hogan and family camp out in a tipi in the wild west of Cornwall and we find the best foodie days out in the UK. In light of yesterday's news and scenes of chaos in airport terminals around the country, we publish a guide to coping with airport delays. And we visit the Ibiza of the North Sea with a clubbing weekend in Holland's hottest seaside resort. (Guardian Unlimited)
Family camp an educational value (Kate Tsubata) Jul 31, 2006
Family camp an educational value - Metropolitan - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper ... Family camp an educational value. (Washington Times, DC)
LAIR A SUMMER TRADITION FOR MANY FAMILIES Jul 11, 2006
The high-country compound is the nation's oldest and largest alumni association-owned family camp ... "It's really not a family camp. It's more like a cult," says camp director Tuck Coop, a retired healthcare executive who first went to the camps as a kid 50 years ago. (The Union Democrat)
Parents preserve role at family camp (Kate Tsubata) Jul 10, 2006
Parents preserve role at family camp - Metropolitan - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper ... Parents preserve role at family camp ... Unlike typical youth camps, we are choosing the "family camp" model. (Washington Times, DC)
Amid faint hope, keeping the faith Jul 9, 2006
Across the city, Sado Singh and his family camp out in the desolate ruin of a huge Sikh temple, one of about 10 in Kabul that once hummed with prayer, schooling and festivals. Singh hopes the bulk of Afghan Sikhs, now exiled in India or the West, may return some day, but "the conditions are very difficult and we don't know whether they will get better," he said. (Newsday -- World)
Eugene Roberts, 83, teacher, day camp co-founder Jul 9, 2006
"Robin Hood was known as a family camp, and he treated everyone as part of our family," Paula Roberts said. The campers, she said, "had the world.". (Newsday -- Health)
FCA Camp is sparked by encores Jul 4, 2006
BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. Larry Taylor, a Texas resident from The Colony, epitomizes the passion of those who return annually to this coaches family camp sponsored by Fellowship of Christian Athletes. There is a camp two or three hours away (in Texas), but it s not Black Mountain, Taylor declared. (Calhoun Times, GA)
'Superman' sparks religous links Jun 23, 2006
"Calvary Chapel Murrieta does recognize the role heroes play in society. However, Garcia said the family camp theme ---- "Jesus is my super hero" ---- is purely coincidental.Jewish originsThe Superman character debuted with the June 1938, release of "Action Comics. " The Man of Tomorrow is the coverboy, hoisting a car over his head. Elements of his background can be traced back to writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, both Jews.Superman's Kryptonian name ---- Kal-El ---- borrows from the... (North County Times)
YMCA campers head for the hills Jun 15, 2006
Family camp retreats of three, four and seven days are available at prices starting at $525. Accommodations range from tent trailer sites to rental cabins. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Family camps offer adults a taste of summers past Jun 13, 2006
CNN.com - Family camps offeradults a taste of summers past - Jun 12, 2006 ... Some family camps offer lots of activities, from ropes courses to horseback riding, while others are designed for relaxation ... Color war -- a popular camp tradition in which teams compete -- still exists in various forms at many family camps, however, including one of the newest to join the scene: Shady Creek Family Camp in Nevada City, California. (CNN -- Travel)
A rich summer tradition Jun 10, 2006 Classic summer movies Jun 8, 2006 Nascar's police battle rowdiness May 18, 2006 For a better life May 2, 2006 Adirondack Fire Remains Under Investigation Apr 22, 2006 ‹ Summer camps Apr 21, 2006 Today's Obits Apr 19, 2006 Savoring Hetch Hetchy Apr 10, 2006 Something old, something blue Feb 22, 2006 Back to the Woods, with the Kids Jan 13, 2006
Kidmo Family Camp 6 to 8:15 p.m., Corvallis Evangelical Church, 1525 N.W. Kings Blvd. The whole family is invited to participate in a week of Wild and wacky Bible lessons, games, music, food and crafts. Information: 757-1755. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
More of this story Jun 10, 2006
Langnas indicated the property was used as a corporate retreat and later as a family camp prior to him purchasing it in 2005. He said his plans included a request for 20 units, although 22 hotel units existed previously. (Cheboygan Daily Tribune, MI)
Unhappy about spending her summer holiday at a family camp, 17-year-old Frances "Baby" Houseman (Grey) soon finds more than she expected when she learns to dance and falls in love with her instructor, Johnny Castle (Swayze). This film is a must-see for those dreaming of a summer romance. (Northeastern News, MA)
In the outer areas, family camp sites have water hookups. There's a play area for kids and a climbing wall sponsored by the U.S. Army. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Amaravati: The Family Camp (English): Filmed at the Amaravati Buddhist Monastery in England during the August 1995 family summer camp attended by 100 parents and children, it provides an insight into the daily routine and lifestyle of monks and nuns at Amaravati. Venue: Dewan Tunku Abdul Rahman on May 21 and 27 (2. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
More than 100 firefighters battled the flames for hours Thursday afternoon at this family camp on upper St. Regis Lake. 10 of the family's cabins were gutted, but the two main ones were saved. (WCAX.com, VT)
ALASKA ABLAZE NATIVE FAMILY CAMP ... This is the 10th annual Native Outreach Family Camp and features speakers Richard and Kathryn Wiss (), Will and Yvonne Mayo, Art Mathais (), Jay Mule (Choctaw Fancy Dancer), Matt and Colleen Echohawk-Hayashi, Seattle pastors () and many more ... ALASKA ABLAZE NATIVE FAMILY CAMP. (Anchorage Daily News)
Times spent at the family camp were also special. Ryan loved his sports and his family. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
" Some years -- and this is likely to be one of them -- it flows so mightily in springtime that it washes over the bridge at its base, blocking the trail. Among the boulders I found a perfect little pool, went for a brisk swim and sprawled out on a sun-warmed granite slab to dry off. There was no one else around. On my way back I encountered three other hikers, which made a total of eight for the day. The Sierra Club and other environmental organizations are lobbying to tear down O'Shaughnessy... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Hotels and accommodation. -- When reports of Lake Tahoe's beauty filtered down to wealthy San Franciscans in the 1920s, vacation homes and lodges shot up on prime lakeshore lots as fast as they could be built. (CNN -- Travel)
"If you loved camp, family camp brings back all those wonderful experiences." ... Just as now is a good time to research camps for kids, this is also when you should be looking at family camps ... True, many family camps offer separate counselor-led activities for children. (BusinessWeek)
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