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Dorothy P. Flint (DPF) Centennial Celebration

Labor Day Weekend 2024

A Message from the Camp Director:

Dear Friends and Family of Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp,

I am thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to each and every one of you to join us for a momentous occasion – the Centennial Celebration of our beloved Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp. As the Camp Director, I am filled with immense pride and excitement to share this milestone with the members of our expansive community.

For a century, our camp has stood as a beacon of learning, growth, and friendship, nurturing generations of campers in the embrace of nature and the spirit of 4-H values. This Centennial Celebration is not just about marking a hundred years of existence; it's about honoring the hard work, dedication, and love that have been the foundation of our camp since its inception.

Community, by definition, is a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals. Here at Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp, we embody this definition in every aspect of our operations. Our community is diverse, inclusive, and vibrant, made up of campers, staff, alumni, families, and supporters who all share a common bond: a deep connection to this place and to each other.

We have worked tirelessly to prepare an event that reflects the spirit of our community. It is an acknowledgment of not just our past, but of the future we are building together. We are eager to welcome everyone, regardless of whether you've been a part of our journey for years or are just getting to know us. This event is for you, for us, for every heart that beats in tune with the values and visions of the Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp.

Let us come together to share stories, reminisce about the past, and dream about the future. Your presence will be the greatest gift, enriching our festivities with the warmth and unity that make our community so special. Let's make this Centennial Celebration a testament to the enduring spirit of our community, and a beacon of hope and joy for the next century.

Warmest regards,

Collin Hedges

Camp Director

Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp

You Are Invited!

Cornell Cooperative Extension cordially invites you to join us for the Centennial Celebration of the Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp.

For 100 years, DPF has promoted education, conservation, and leadership values to thousands of campers, staff, and future leaders from around the world. Come be a part of this incredible Centennial Celebration to honor the history, legacy, and incredible traditions.

When: Labor Day Weekend 2024 (August 31st – September 2nd, 2024)

The primary celebration days will be Saturday, August 31st & and Sunday, September 1st.
For those attendees who will stay onsite at Camp for the weekend, check-in will open on Friday afternoon, August 30th, and check-out will be on Monday morning, September 2nd. More details are available in this newsletter and on the event website.

Where: Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp - 3186 Sound Ave. Riverhead, NY

Cost per person:

$50: 1-Day pass (Saturday OR Sunday)
$100: 2-Day pass (Saturday AND Sunday)

Please note:

Children ages 4 and under are free - they do not need passes.
These passes do NOT include costs for accommodations or certain special activities. See below for more information on possible additional costs.
Check-in begins at 9am on Saturday and Sunday for those attendees who are not staying onsite all weekend.

What's included:

All passes include a Centennial Celebration t-shirt and access to all normal activities.

Check out the accommodations available on the camp property or the blocks of rooms we have secured at local hotels. See below for more details.

Visit the event website

Visit the event website for more information and to register.

What is the event?: The Centennial Celebration will include an extensive mix of family-friendly and adult activities. Similar to a 4-H Fair, you can choose any events you’d like to partake in. You can join as many as you like or just sit back, relax, and catch up with old friends or make new ones.

While many of the activities are camp classics currently offered in our camping program and are great for families, there are some additions perfect for solo adults, alumni, or new community members who want to get out and enjoy a beautiful property and support a great place. Did we mention it will be a blast?!?!

Activities

What activities will be included:

Archery
Beach Walk
Board Games / Bingo
Card Games
Casual Outdoor Games /Yard Games
Cookie Decorating
Council Fire
Dancing
Farm-to-table
Fire Building / S'mores
Farm Tours
Friendship Bracelet Making
Hay Rides
Ice Breakers / Mixers
Ice Cream Social
Local Wine and Cheese tasting
Relax and Unwind - Social Event
Rock Painting
Scavenger Hunt
Sing-Alongs
Sports/Olympic games
100-year Trivia Game
Vesper Story Telling
Yoga
And so much more!

Want to volunteer to lead an activity? Look for a SignUpGenius form in next month's DPF 100th newsletter.

Specialty/Paid Activities

There are several specialty activities planned for the Centennial Celebration weekend. These activities have an additional cost associated with them.

Chicken Barbeque - Saturday lunch (Aug. 31)

We'll have a delicious meal, roasted over the charcoal grills.

Cost: $15 per person (all ages)

Penny Social Auction ($)

Bidders buy tickets and use them to raffle on items like treasures from camp and donations of things made, services rendered, or wanted goods.

Cost: exact pricing will be announced closer to the event

Rope Climbing ($) ***Limited Availability

The high ropes course has 10 high rope elements. These include a 3-face rock climbing wall and 7 upper elements, including a zipline. This experience is shared with up to 8 participants in a group per time slot. Low rope, challenge course, and teambuilding elements are available too.

Cost: exact pricing will be announced closer to the event

100th Anniversary Celebration Dinner - Sunday evening (Sep. 1)

This will be a formal dinner event on the large front field with awards, recognition, and speeches. It will be a catered meal with local wine and will include a silent auction fundraiser.

Cost: $100 per person (all ages)

Visit the DPF 100th Anniversary Celebration website

Volunteering

Can I help?

Yes! Get involved where your talents guide you. Planning teams have been formed and could use your help to complete their tasks and make this event as successful as possible. There are many diverse duties to help. Specific requests from the planning teams will be listed in this newsletter and on social media over the coming months as these goals are defined. Or, you can volunteer to be part of one of the committees now by visiting the Centennial Celebration web page: The Road to the 100th (dpf4h100.com)

Accommodations

Book your stay with us: We will have spaces available both on and off DPF property.

ONSITE accommodation reservations must be made along with your weekend reservation. See the Centennial Celebration webpage to register and reserve your onsite accommodation.

Rental options AT CAMP include:

Cabins (West Side)
Tents (West & East Side)
Staff house (West Side) (Sold Out)
Rangerhouse (Sold Out)
Soundview (East Side)
Cliff House (East Side)
Edranel Health Lodge (Sold Out)

Check-in & -out:

For those staying overnight at camp, check-in is available Friday from 4pm - 7pm, and beginning at 9am on Saturday and Sunday.
Check-out is Monday at noon.

Note: A continental breakfast is also included on Saturday and Sunday mornings for folks staying overnight at Camp, available from 7-8:30am.

These HOTELS have reserved a block of rooms for the centennial celebration. Please book directly with the hotel - see the Centennial Celebration website for phone numbers, dates available, costs, and web pages.

Local Hotels (Blocks Reserved)

Centennial Celebration website

Support DPF

Camp turns 100 this year and we are rallying resources to return the property to a thriving space for kids and families year-round. We have a goal to raise $100,000 toward capital improvements to promote this goal. We have secured match funding and sponsorships of $25,000, including CCE Nassau's own contribution, and we need your help to raise the matching $25,000.

Funds will strengthen Camp's longevity and create spaces for new programs so the Long Island community can enjoy another 100 years of camping, connecting, laughing, and learning.

Please join us in maximizing every dollar in this unique opportunity.

Visit: https://ccenassau.org/donate

Click: Donate to DPF 4-H Camp

Special Instructions: Write "100th Anniversary - $50k”.

Thank you for your continued support and for helping us to continue our 100-year importance of youth and leadership development!