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Ghany Gatherings

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Ghany Gatherings is the official podcast of Camp Alleghany for Girls, a traditional overnight summer camp located on the Greenbrier River in West Virginia. Hosted by Director Elizabeth Shreckhise, this podcast is created for current camp families and for those exploring whether summer camp is the right fit for their child. Through thoughtful conversation and practical guidance, we cover camper logistics and parent reminders, as well as camp safety, staff training, homesickness, leadership development, and the “why” behind our policies and traditions. Whether you are preparing your daughter for...

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Ghany Gatherings Episode 2: Parent Handbook Highlights 2026 09.03.2026 24:22

In this episode, we walk through an overview of the 2026 Camp Alleghany Parent Handbook and highlight a few important updates for the upcoming summer. Whether you’re a new family or a returning one, this episode will help you understand where to find key information and which sections deserve a closer look. We cover what’s new this year, point out a few policies parents should pay particular atten...

Ghany Gatherings Episode 1: Breaking Down the 2026 Camper Forms 02.03.2026 40:22

Camper forms aren’t the most exciting part of preparing for summer camp — but they are one of the most important. In this episode of Ghany Gatherings, Camp Director Elizabeth Shreckhise is joined by Program Director Stephanie Albert and Office Manager Mary-Curtis Powell to walk through the 2026 camper forms step by step. We cover what’s required, what’s online versus paper, how to access forms in...

Ghany Gatherings Introduction 02.03.2026 5:02

Welcome to Ghany Gatherings, a podcast from Camp Alleghany for Girls. In this first episode, Elizabeth Shreckhise, Camp Director, shares why this podcast exists and what you can expect in the episodes ahead. Parents are busy. Choosing and preparing for camp requires trust. This podcast is a space for conversation, clarity, and context. We’ll cover logistics and reminders, but also the “why” behind...