Pretty Place Featured in New Music Video
Pretty Place Chapel is featured as the beautiful backdrop to a brand new music video launched today by Jay Allen and Southern Pictures. “No Prayer Like Mama’s” will give you chills and bring a tear to your eye, all while warming your heart. The team at Pretty Place Chapel is honored to have helped host this project, which honors Jay’s own mother and brings awareness and support to the Alzheimer’s community.
April Camper Updates
Monthly update sent via email to registered summer camp participant parents.
Summer 2023 Themes Announced
Friday evening at camp always includes theme dinner and camper show. The dining hall and campers get dressed up and we celebrate the week we have had with a dinner dance party. Check the listings here to see what the theme is for each week this summer!
Easter Sunrise Service 2023
YMCA Camp Greenville staff, board members, volunteers, friends of camp, and thousands of online viewers enjoyed our sunrise service on Easter morning. Cory Harrison, our Executive Director at Camp Greenville, gave the Resurrection Sunday message at Pretty Place Chapel as the sun rose over the hills Easter morning.
DQ Selected for Emerging Global Leaders Institute
Our Director of Leadership Programs, De-Quan “DQ” Williams, is one of 25 YMCA leaders nominated and accepted into the Emerging Global Leaders Institute (EGLI). This cohort-based experience encourages emerging YMCA leaders to develop the skills to enhance the YMCA’s ability to positively impact our increasingly diverse communities.
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and Camp Greenville is honored to have become accredited last fall with Praesidium, a leading organization committed to helping other organizations prevent and protect against child abuse. The YMCA of Greenville is one of 10 Y’s nationwide and Camp Greenville is one of 6 Y resident camps nationwide to achieve this standard of accreditation.
Volunteer Work Day
Saturday, April 1 started off with high winds and rain but that didn’t stop our 34 volunteers, which included camp families, board members, summer staff, and LDPs, from rolling up their sleeves and getting to work. Our volunteers spent the day prepping our camp for upcoming events and summer camp.
Staff Meetup in Georgia
De-Quan Williams, our Director of Leadership Programs, visited the University of Georgia last week and was able to catch up with two of our summer staff members, Alyssa G (left) and Jenna M (right).
Staff Visit App State
This week, Cory Harrison and Jenna Johnson spoke with Recreation Management students at Appalachian State University in North Carolina about camp’s approach to employee development and their perspectives on current and future staffing trends.
First Signs of Spring at Camp
You might imagine that the first signs of spring at camp are singing birds, chirping spring peepers, or bright green leaves budding from the trees. But, believe it or not, the first signs of spring on our mountain happen even before these much-anticipated nature milestones. We’re always planning ahead for the arrival of a new season. Our first signs of spring include things like new maintenance equipment, landscaping, and painting!
April is Autism Awareness Month
Did you know we offer spring and fall family camp weekends for families with members on the Autism Spectrum? Our “Spectrum Family Camp” provides structured and safe opportunities for families to bounce, splash, sing, hike, play, cartwheel, and explore together.
Easter Sunrise Service (Virtual Only)
Pretty Place will NOT be hosting an in person Sunrise Service open to the public. Plan ahead for the details of this year’s virtual event.
Now Hiring - Kitchen Staff!
Our camp Dining Hall is the hub of the camp experience. All campers and staff visit the dining hall 3 times each day for healthy and fun meals to fuel their adventures. Kitchen staff assist cooks in preparing meals, set up serving areas such as salad bar and cereal area, serve food, and clean up after each meal.
March Camper Updates
Monthly update sent via email to registered summer camp participant parents.
New Feature for Summer 2023 Campers
By reserving a “Chat with a Camp Director” session, you’ll have 30 minutes to share your excitement, ask ALL THE QUESTIONS, and help us get to know you and your family better. We’re excited to connect with you!
“Day of Giving” Virtual Event: March 6
Join the YMCA Camp Greenville program leadership team, with special musical guest, Greg McKee, to celebrate and support the magical mission of camp!
Tune in to the YMCA Camp Greenville facebook page on Monday, March 6, from 6:00-7:30pm Eastern time.
When Fire Is a Friend: Prescribed Burns at Camp
During the month of February, our maintenance and property team utilized their expertise to perform a small number of “prescribed burns” on the Camp Greenville property. Have you heard of a prescribed burn before? Here’s what you need to know. Plus, photos of a recent burn.
Upgrade to Temporary Restrooms at Pretty Place
The Pretty Place Chapel parking lot now features 3 new “event style” port-a-potties, which are considered an upgrade from the previous style in the world in portable/temporary restrooms. The larger of the three individual stalls meet ADA compliance as an accessible option.
Recap: Daddy + Daughter Dance
In early February, Adventure Guides dads “suited up!” and daughters brought the glitz and glamor to our annual Daddy + Daughter dance! In total, 138 attendees participated in the family fun evening, hosted at Unity Park - Prisma Welcome Center.
Summer Staff Hiring in Mexico
De-Quan Williams, Director of Leadership Programs, (pictured here with summer staffer Karla Reyes) has returned to Camp Greenville from an international staff hiring event in Mexico which gives U.S. camp directors the opportunity to meet face-to-face with international staff applicants and even offer summer positions on-the-spot.