Five-Star Weekend at Camp ASCCA

We officially kicked off the 2026 ASCCA camping season this weekend, and Spring Weekend was the perfect start to everything ahead. After what felt like a long wait, our campgrounds were once again filled with the energy and excitement of our campers. We were so happy to welcome back familiar faces and meet a few […]

The People of Camp ASCCA: John Hobbs

Camp ASCCA isn’t just a place; it’s the people who make it feel like home. In this series, we’re shining a spotlight on the staff, past and present, who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to creating unforgettable experiences for our campers. From heartfelt stories to behind-the-scenes moments, get to know the faces, positions, and […]

The People of Camp ASCCA: Lance Chayka

Camp ASCCA isn’t just a place; it’s the people who make it feel like home. In this series, we’re shining a spotlight on the staff, past and present, who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to creating unforgettable experiences for our campers. From heartfelt stories to behind-the-scenes moments, get to know the faces, positions, and […]

Friends of ASCCA: Windsor Shares About Purple Day

March 26 is Purple Day, a day dedicated to epilepsy. Purple Day is celebrated worldwide to educate and spread awareness by wearing purple. I used to have epilepsy up until I was 11 years old, when I had successful brain surgery, so I make sure I wear a purple shirt to show my support. While […]

Camp Charlie: Honoring Matt’s Love for Camp

Camp ASCCA has been known to leave an imprint on our campers, staff, families, and many others. That is also the case for Charlie and his family. Charlie is 11 years old and in the fifth grade. He was assigned a Capstone project where he had to come up with a passion project, create a […]

The People of Camp ASCCA: Karen Cheatham

Camp ASCCA isn’t just a place; it’s the people who make it feel like home. In this series, we’re shining a spotlight on the staff, past and present, who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to creating unforgettable experiences for our campers. From heartfelt stories to behind-the-scenes moments, get to know the faces, positions, and […]

The People of Camp ASCCA: Tre Marbury

Camp ASCCA isn’t just a place; it’s the people who make it feel like home. In this series, we’re shining a spotlight on the staff, past and present, who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to creating unforgettable experiences for our campers. From heartfelt stories to behind-the-scenes moments, get to know the faces, positions, and […]

The People of Camp ASCCA: Jon Dollar

Camp ASCCA isn’t just a place; it’s the people who make it feel like home. In this series, we’re shining a spotlight on the staff, past and present, who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to creating unforgettable experiences for our campers. From heartfelt stories to behind-the-scenes moments, get to know the faces, positions, and […]

Friends of ASCCA: Chad Takes A Trip Down Memory Lane

Hey everybody! First, did you know Spread the Word to End the Word (now simply Spread the Word) is a global campaign founded in 2009 by Special Olympics and Best Buddies International to eliminate the derogatory use of the “R-word” and promote inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Held annually on the first […]

The People of Camp ASCCA: Chris Pendergrass

Camp ASCCA isn’t just a place; it’s the people who make it feel like home. In this series, we’re shining a spotlight on the staff, past and present, who dedicate their time, energy, and hearts to creating unforgettable experiences for our campers. From heartfelt stories to behind-the-scenes moments, get to know the faces, positions, and […]