Two sleep-away camps, only miles apart, with a spirit of cooperation in a place that we call home. The anticipation of the 2021 season is almost unbearable. ["H[GHI>j4wPy'z"=fc/C/}HGKF^Z$9dCmZ2474f";ZR=LhMiEItRc1tm)0>uzQICO9$]q8Ahb+~ZlSx\Rxj$@D Camp Thunderbird offers an array of camping options, from tent sites, to adirondacks to full dormitory style cabins. So lets get groovy. 1st Ever Main Camp. Show more 236 photos . The 190-foot-tall scenic overlook offers a birds-eye view of DuPage County and the Chicago skyline and is a great place to picnic, look for migrating birds or participate in District programs.
In its meadows, you may catch a glimpse of a passing coyote or hear the songs of meadowlarks and bobolinks. The Rockford Morning Star journalists went on strike in 1970. The five-day program included an overnight camp-out and featured instruction in fishing, hiking, canoeing, rowing, archery, horseback riding, crafts, Indian lore, survival skills and map and compass reading. Category: All Tagged: 2019, Activities, Arrivals, camp, First Week, Photos. Best Summer Work Ever! To purchase a youth-group camping permit, call Visitor Services at 630-933-7248 Monday Friday 8 a.m. 4 p.m. at least seven full business days in advance. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(2920355, '94bb4355-fce0-4ed7-a64f-50b43d49cb71', {"useNewLoader":"true","region":"na1"}); The Forest Preserve District is committed to making its facilities accessible to all visitors. Greene Valley is also home to more than 370 different kinds of native animals. Welcome to the launch of Camp Thunderbird's 2021 season! You must have adult supervision of one leader 21 or older for every 10 members 17 or younger for the duration of your groups stay. However, we have great confidence that the time we have and the effort we promise to make will allow us to be prepared for what comes. Native wildflowers provide spectacular spring displays. Yes, we are taking a look at Illinois through the lens of the 1970s. An acquisition in 1969 the same year that the District officially named the property added the historic Oak Cottage, the 1841 farmhouse that William Greene had built. 5. I have grown as a person every summer and Ive loved realizing what makes me happy. Follow. Curriculum includes hands-on training experiences and professional development workshops. 5. Established in 1966, YMCA Camp Thunderbird boasts breathtaking natural beauty while providing a structured camp environment full of all the amenities a camper could ever want. Ask a Question. 175 Items. Winter Address 2 0 obj
Only members of qualifying groups with their accompanying leaders may camp here. 3S580 Naperville RoadWheaton, IL 60189630-933-7200forest@dupageforest.org, 630-933-7240police@dupageforest.orgContact Our Board, Board MeetingsRules & RegulationsJobsBids & ProposalsFOIA CenterTransparency Portal. Greene Valley boasts a high-quality oak woodland north of 79th Street, an area one former owner set aside for plant and animal conservation more than 50 years ago. To help you find what you were looking for, try one of these
Want to know more about working here? . 2019 Dates: June 9-14 (18+) June 10-13 (18+ Day Camp Option) Claimed Profile. We provide typical camp meals and can accommodate some special dietary needs such as cut up foods and thickened liquids. The OFFICIAL facebook page for T-bird campers, parents, staff and alumni. Browse the best February 2023 deals on 2003 Ford Thunderbird vehicles for sale in Wheaton, IL. Only members of qualifying groups with their accompanying leaders may camp here. The campgrounds are for the exclusive use of youth groups, which are defined as recognized, nonprofit organizations whose members are 17 or younger. This family poses for a picture at the Illinois Railway Museum in 1974. Transportation is offered from our off-site locations. My favorite activity was pottery. In its wetlands, waterfowl, herons, egrets and other aquatic life flourish, and choruses of toads and frogs call during the spring breeding season. By the mid-1970s, the District had completed its acquisitions at Greene Valley Forest Preserve. By pairing a deep understanding of the world your child navigates, with a philosophy rooted in 7o plus years of camping tradition, we foster the ideal environment for fun, growth, and adventure! Missing out on a season at Thunderbird only deepens our commitment to providing these developmental and life changing experiences to our camper and staff. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(2920355, '94bb4355-fce0-4ed7-a64f-50b43d49cb71', {"useNewLoader":"true","region":"na1"}); The Forest Preserve District is committed to making its facilities accessible to all visitors. Rooted in a tradition dating back to 1946, Thunderbird continues to stay true to its past. Parents, we are also offering you a gift. Camp Thunderbird Unique, separate traditional boys and girls camps offering wilderness trips for all ages and multi-week expeditions for 14-16 year olds. Were looking forward to celebrating 75 years at the Boys Camp with a spectacular 75th reunionyes 75 years! 8 years ago. Contact 630-933-7683 or TTY 800-526-0857. June 23, 2019. Cover photos. As a permit holder you agree to abide by these rules and regulations as well as all Forest Preserve District ordinances and administrative orders and state statutes. See more of YMCA Camp Thunderbird on Facebook. We provide bus stops throughout the Greater Richmond Community. VisitDogs in the Preservesfor rules and permit info. 1 0 obj
Log In. When surveyors mapped the land in 1840, they reported how they "left Brill's wheat field and entered hazel and red oak brush and scattering timber." This is the Camp Thunderbird company profile. They say it best! Donate to The Camp Thunderbird and John Austin Cheley Charitable Foundations. Timeline photos. Usegasoline or diesel engines or generators only during these times as well. Our multi-specialty and adventure program combination experience is unparalleled in the Midwest and perhaps across the country. SKU. The areas are exclusively for youth groups, which are defined as recognized, nonprofit organizations whose members are 17 or younger. DISCOVER YOUR BEST SELF this summer at Camp Thunderbird Day Camp. The 1,388-acre Greene Valley Forest Preserve in Naperville is home to more than 540 native plant species, making it one of the county's most botanically diverse sites. On weekends May through October, its 190-foot-tall scenic overlook provides a bird's-eye view of the landscape and the Chicago skyline. One hundred acres of pristine woods encompass six-acre Lake George and many camp attractions including swimming pools, rustic cabins, trails and more! Fees are per site per night and are nonrefundable regardless of the reason you cancel (even for the weather). See what it takes to be a Thunderbird staff member. Simple lines define the exterior. Thank you. Campers have the time of their lives each summer participating in Camp Thunderbird's variety of fun activities. It is such a special place and it makes my heart so happy that so many kids continue to come and love it as much as I do. The Leaders in Leadership Training (LIT) program is a one-week experience at Camp Thunderbird that is designed to teach and inspire rising 9th and 10th graders. All Rights Reserved. 39 Items. 2. This photo was . Are you up for the challenge of leading our older campers on one of our extensive multi-week adventure programs across the US and Canada? Thank you Speedy, Honey, Moe, and Carol. *Please note: For the week of June 5, we will only run Chesterfield County and Tuckahoe Family YMCA bus stops. YSgs+7+w5FMQn5FM=F*wg i}GMe0j3/`=mF
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Log In Albums. We look forward to the 2021 summer and reconnecting on the shores of lake Plantagenet for the perfect Thunderbird experience. In 1835, William Briggs Greene acquired 200 acres of present-day Greene Valley Forest Preserve from Daniel Greene, his uncle. More than three-quarters of Greene Valleys 13.8 miles of marked trails are open to hikers, bicyclers, horseback riders and cross-country skiers. Explore Camp Thunderbird Amenities Showing Horseback riders should park their trailers on the west side of Greene Road south of 79th Street and do not ride on the Hawk or Caruso trails or in or around developed recreational areas, such as picnic areas, the youth-group campground and the scenic overlook. This year, our teen campers will be participating in all camp activities, as well as having specific leadership curriculum time throughout each week. Home. endobj
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