Mother Knows Best: A Parent’s Take on Camp Foley

Feb 29, 2016 | Parents

At Camp Foley, we know that parents want the best camp experience for their children. They want to see a camp that is as safe as it is fun, a staff that cares deeply, an environment where their children can truly thrive. Parents, you have every right to be choosy, and...

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Feb 26, 2016 | Alumni, Campers, Summer Job

If you’ve ever eaten a meal at Camp Foley, you know that what goes in your belly also gets locked in your brain as a sweet, sweet memory. Whether it be a hearty breakfast before morning on the lake or the dinner that keeps you going through 6th-period soccer,...

Home Away From Home

Feb 19, 2016 | Campers, New Campers

Finding belonging is a lifelong process and a roller coaster of emotions. We find that coveted sense of feeling welcome and loved in many ways — through our family, our friends, fun new places, and the people and things we’ve known forever.   Foley campers...

F is for Faith

Feb 5, 2016 | Campers, Nature

  Camp Foley was originally founded by Father John P. Foley in 1924 and has proud roots in the Catholic faith. A lot has changed in 91 years, but to this day, campers sing grace before each meal and attend Catholic or non-denominational services every Saturday...

Hey kid! Why do YOU love camp?

Jan 22, 2016 | Parents

“Mom, I don’t just love camp for the incredibly exciting activities. It is MUCH more than that.” What are the benefits of summer camp? This is one of the most frequently asked questions heard by camp directors when talking to parents who, themselves, never attended...