Blog Archives

Centennial Spotlight: Joan McNeill Bird

Longtime Takodian,Joan McNeill Bird, sat down with us to talk about the “spirit of Takodah” and the upcoming Centennial Celebration. Click to learn more about our Centennial Celebration. Registration for the Centennial Reunion opens on November 23, 2015.

Uncle Oscar and Aunt Frances Elwell: A Legacy of Leadership

Uncle Oscar Elwell & Aunt Frances Elwell Co-Directors Of Camp Takodah 1921 1971 Oscar L. Elwell: Born January 10, 1897 Bennington, Vt.-Lived 89 Years; Died February 8, 1986 Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, N.H. Oscar was General Secretary (Exec. Dir.) of The Cheshire County YMCA. Oscars Engaging Personality was the magnet that attracted Dynamic Community […]

Cabin Mate Requests

Session 4is completely full!With every bed full, it’ll be impossible to make cabin switches on Opening Day. Therefore we need your help in making sure cabin assignments are perfect! While most of our campers come to camp withouta cabin mate request, we know that some campersfeel more comfortable having a friend with them. Please follow […]

Thank You, Golfers!

We’re grateful for all the sponsors and golfers who participated in the 12th Annual Cheshire YMCA Bob Ferranti Memorial Golf Tournament. It was a great round for a great cause! Stay tuned for more photos of the event over the next week!