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Letter from the President – Fall 2018

  Barry Ripley, trustee to the Takodah YMCA since the late 90’s, past president from 1984-1987, board member/senior director since the late 70’s, and a camper during his youth, has retired from his position within the organization that he has so fondly embraced. Barry joined the Ripley family business; Troy Mills in Troy, NH, after […]

Boost Takodah – Fall 2018

Emma was shy and slow to make friends. From the moment she arrived at Takodah, she mostly watched her cabin mates from the sidelines in hopes of going unnoticed. It was a rough school year for Emma, and it had taken a toll on her confidence. Everything changed when Emma discovered canoeing. She was a […]

Future Takodians – Fall 2018

We’re beyond excited to welcome Future Takodians to our family: Join us in welcoming Kevin Bouchard to our Takodah Family! Katie Bouchard (Smith) and Paul are the proud parents. Join us in welcoming Gillian (Gilly) Rose Mekelburg to the Takdoh Family. Rachel Mekelburg (Shillhammer) and Alex are the proud parents. Join us in welcoming Lillie Rey King […]

Refer Your Friends to Camp Takodah

Did you know that alumni referrals of new campers to Takodah is critical to our success? Or that we spend nearly 50% of our time and $55,000 of our budget during the school year promoting Takodah to families? Or that filling Takodah is the only way we can remain the most affordable summer camp in […]