In the 10 years since Friends of Camp Turner began, never have we been as blessed as we were this summer to partner up with the “Friends of Father Gary Bagley”. This group helps to keep Fr. Gary’s youth ministry alive by sponsoring a golf tournament each summer. With the participation of FOCT, this was their most successful event since they began. The proceeds from this event are donated to a youth charity that Fr. Gary was involved with. We are fortunate to have been chosen as their recipient this year. I hope members of FOCT can join in the fun next year and every year. We will keep a link to the Friends of Father Gary web-site on our web-site. And to Howard and Bea Bagley, parents of Fr. Gary and the Friends of Fr. Gary, we thank you.
November 16, 2009
Autumn FOCT News
September 23, 2009
WinterCamp 2009
Monday
December 28th, 10am
thru
Wednesday
December 30th, 6pm
Boys and girls ages 7-15 are invited to sign up for
WinterCamp 2009!
Awesome winter activities including sledding, arts & crafts, hikes, floor hockey, nature club, New Year’s ball, Winter Olympics, campfires and much more! We have toasty warm cabins, a clean & heated shower house, and hot meals in the dining hall.
Early Bird Registration:
$99 if registration is received by December 1st!
Early registration appreciated.
$119 after December 1st. Registration deadline is December 18th.
Visit CampTurner.com or call 716-354-4555 for details
and registration information. Bus service available.
August 18, 2009
Alumni Staff Reunion
Please join us for the Labor Day Weekend Alumni Staff Reunion!
September 4-6, 2009. (Friday 5pm – Sunday 12 noon)
Food and lodging provided. Reservation required. 716-354-4555
Bring beverages, money donations for food, CT pictures, stories, etc….
All CT Staff from all generations are invited! Stop by for an afternoon or just a meal!
June 29, 2009
The Bagley Open III
The Bagley Open III
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Deerwood Golf Course (North Tonawanda, NY)
Classics V Banquet Facilities (Niag Falls Bvld)
Just as in the past, the Open will be at Deerwood Golf Club in North Tonawanda, NY for 9 holes followed by dinner at Classics V on Niagara Falls Blvd.
This year’s charity is “Friends of Camp Turner”! Funds generated by The Bagley Open will award scholarships to needy and disadvantaged children so that they can attend summer camp at Camp Turner.
More details about the event or to sponsor a hole / raffle prize at: http://thebagleyopen.blogspot.com/
June 17, 2009
Camp Turner Open House July 4th !
Camp Turner Open House will be held on Saturday, July 4th from 1 PM to 4 PM.. Come tour the facility, try the activity areas and meet the staff. Lunch and other great treats also available. Take a 45 minute tour which includes cabins, dining hall, arts and crafts, archery, foxfire, games-in-the-woods, horses, and more. Or, stroll around and try the activities at your leisure. Space is still available to sign up this summer! Where: Camp Turner, one mile past Quaker Lake, in the Quaker Area of Allegany State Park ( exit 18 off I-86), near Salamanca, NY.
June 8, 2009
The Bagley Open…more info
August 19, 2009
Deerwood Golf Course
(North Tonawanda, NY)
Classics V Banquet Facilities(Niag Falls Bvld.)
Catholic Education Division
Diocese of Buffalo
Camp Turner
6/8/2009
Hello Friend of Camp Turner,
The Bagley Open is an annual golf tournament and dinner held in memory of Fr. Gary Bagley who spent over 25 years ministering to the needs of young people in Youth Department for the Diocese of Buffalo. Each year, the organizing committee picks a charity to support to continue the spirit and works of Fr. Gary. This year, the committee has chosen “Friends of Camp Turner.” “Friends of Camp Turner” in a not-for-profit organization that provides scholarship assistance to make sure that no camper is ever turned away from a Camp Turner experience because of need.
We are writing to ask you to consider participating and or supporting this year’s tournament. For an affordable $65, you can enjoy nine holes of golf at Deerwood Golf Course in North Tonwanada, a delicious steak dinner at Classics V Banquet facilities, and a polo shirt. You do not have to play a round to attend! Dinner and polo shirt packages are available for just $45. Also, come meet our special guest emcee, Howard Simon from WGR 550’s “The Howard Simon Show”.
Beyond golf an dinner, we have program sponsorship opportunities at the $25, $50 and $100 levels. We have Hole Sponsorships at the $200 level, Dinner Sponsorships at the $500 level and Major Sponsorships at the $1,000 level. We are also in need of door prizes and gift baskets for our fabulous basket raffle. Can you help?
The Bagley Open is a “Duffer’s” Tournament (you do not have to be any good at golf) whose aim is to have fun and raise funds. 100% of all proceeds will go directly to providing camping scholarships. In today’s economy, the need has never been greater – won’t you please consider supporting us?
For more information, registration and sponsorship forms, please look at: www.TheBagleyOpen.blogspot.com or call the Diocesan Youth Department at: 716-847-8789. Play a round, have some fun, and help send a kid to camp – where can you find a better deal?
-The Bagley Open Committee
For more details and registration or donation information, please visit….http://www.thebagleyopen.blogspot.com/
June 4, 2009
Please reserve your spot before June 19th
Call now to sign up!!!!!!
Camp Turner Alumni Work Weekend
Friday June 26, 5 PM, through Sunday 5 PM. We conclude with comissioning mass for the new staff at about 5 PM on Sunday.
Socialize, recreate and reconnect with old friends, help get camp ready for the summer and meet the Summer 2009 staff. Bring pictures to share. Wifi is available on site. Work projects planned now include: repair of the corral fence, construction of archery target stands, building a foxfire shed, cleaning up the grounds, painting some benches and trim, and more. The list will grow as the time approaches.
You may just drop in for a few minutes to say “hi” at your pleasure. If you plan to stay overnight or join us for the meals, please RSVP to campturner@gmail.com . We cannot guarantee accommodations or meals without an rsvp, besides – it’s rude not to.
This is for alumni staff and immediate dependents only. Will will pass the hat for expenses. All visitors will be invited to join the Friends of Camp Turner, our alumni organization.
John
Camp Turner
716-354-4555
April 1, 2009
Please RSVP…Camp Turner Alumni Work Weekend
Call now to sign up!!!!!!
Camp Turner Alumni Work Weekend
Friday June 26, 5 PM, through Sunday 5 PM. We conclude with comissioning mass for the new staff at about 5 PM on Sunday.
Socialize, recreate and reconnect with old friends, help get camp ready for the summer and meet the Summer 2009 staff. Bring pictures to share. Wifi is available on site. Work projects planned now include: repair of the corral fence, construction of archery target stands, building a foxfire shed, cleaning up the grounds, painting some benches and trim, and more. The list will grow as the time approaches.
You may just drop in for a few minutes to say “hi” at your pleasure. If you plan to stay overnight or join us for the meals, please RSVP to campturner@gmail.com . We cannot guarantee accommodations or meals without an rsvp, besides - it’s rude not to.
This is for alumni staff and immediate dependents only. Will will pass the hat for expenses. All visitors will be invited to join the Friends of Camp Turner, our alumni organization.
John
Camp Turner
716-354-4555
March 25, 2009
You are invited…Camp Turner Open House
Saturday, July 4th, 2009. 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Hot dogs, snacks, and refreshments available. Canteen (camp store) open! Meet the 2009 staff! Tours of the cabins, facilities, and activity areas. Alumni staff/campers and their families are welcome!
March 11, 2009
Message from the Director
Dear Friends of Camp Turner,
2008 has been a really nice year. Summer camp tied our high water mark for campers in this century, and WinterCamp reached an all time high with 81 campers for the session between Christmas and New Year’s. We hosted more than 30 rental groups, including conferences, family reunions, youth group retreats and corporate parties. And most importantly, thanks to your membership and generosity, we were able to provide over $5,600 in camperships to campers. In fact, NO campers were turned away this year for lack of funding, thanks to you!
In 2009 Friends of Camp Turner is helping with several improvements to the camp:
—installation of WI-FI, and video projection capabilities in the Dining Hall to better serve our rental groups
—construction of an orienteering course
—and most importantly, the beginning of plans for a climbing wall.
The summer schedule, staff application, and camper registration forms are now all available on the website, www.CampTurner.com. I appreciate your assistance with recruitment of qualified staff and campers. Your recommendation is always our best advertising.
Please remember Camp Turner is available year round for rentals now – even summer weekends. We can host your event, family reunion, reception, party, youth group retreat, scout troop, or corporate gathering. Some programming options are even available. Catered and non-catered packages available. General information on the website, call for a specific quote.
Thank you for remaining a part of the Camp Turner family. You are appreciated, and welcome to stop by anytime in the off season, and by appointment in the summer time.
Honoring God in the children confided to our care,
I remain,
John Mann
Camp Turner
716-354-4555
