Meaningful Experiences: A Camp Mihaska Series – Part 6
For some of the children we serve, summer camp is an opportunity to escape and experience a lot of “firsts” that they might not otherwise have access to. For Angie Read, it was not only an escape from a rough home life, but also a place she found purpose and belonging.
Angie may have attended Camp Mihaska almost three decades ago, but her love for camp has not faded. After a tragic house fire in 2007, Angie was able to salvage cherished photos of her time at Camp.
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Through Fire and Time: A Lasting Love for Camp
Angie Read, Former Camper (1997-2000) and Dining Hall Staff (2001-2002)
I grew up in a rough home in the Kirksville, Missouri, area, without a lot of guidance to do the right thing.
Camp Mihaska was my outlet — it allowed me to be a kid and grow closer to God.
The fondest memories I have are singing in the bubble pool with my friends, hiking to the three crosses on the hill overlooking Camp, and having fun on the high ropes course. I was able to learn life lessons in a loving environment while connecting with my faith. Working at camp became such a highlight for me, since I was able to spend my summers in my “happy place.”
To this day I still sing the “OK” and “Announcement” songs from Camp. The relationships I built with other campers have turned into lifelong friendships. When I think of the time I felt the most accepted and loved, I always think of Camp Mihaska.
Because children attend Camp Mihaska at low or no cost, The Salvation Army is dependent on the generosity of donors like you. The cost for lodging and meals for one camper, for one week, is $483. Make a transformational gift today.