Camp Journal

Archive for January, 2010


Construction Update: Walls, roofs and a bit of mud

One of the best parts of my job is regular involvement in the construction process. Last week our construction team meeting took place at camp. To put things in perspective, right now I'm a Camp Director waiting for the camp facility to be built, it's a role akin to being a test pilot waiting for the latest, most technologically advanced plane ... Read more →

early birds raise money for camp

For several years now Cleveland-area supporter Kim Vandertill has been getting up at 5:30am to go running with a group of ladies. The friends prefer the early hour because it doesn't interfere with their many other life responsibilities - children, homes, work, etc. For one hour each morning these women have shared lifes ups and downs and b... Read more →

Meet Rhonda Fraas: Board Chair

We are very pleased to announce that Rhonda Frass has been appointed as Flying Horse Farms Board Chair. Rhonda is an accomplished leader who will guide us through a time of significant transition. 2010 will be a year that sees the construction of a significant portion of the camp, a continuation of fund raising, and operational preparation that ... Read more →

Attend the Wendy’s Chili Open and support the camp

The 2010 Wendy’s Chili Open takes place on February 6, at the Columbus Zoo. Tickets are $25 per person when purchased ahead of time ($30 at the gate) and include admission to the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, food, drinks, giveaways, children's activities and live entertainment. Tickets can be purchased at any Columbus-area Kroger store. The an... Read more →

How about this for a New Year’s Resolution?

According to this article on the Psychology Today website, 50% of North American's make New Year's resolutions. By the end of one month, however, 40% have already given up their quest. And two of the most common reasons why? Unclear/vague goals and a failure to gauge progress. Maybe your New Year's Resolution ... Read more →

Staffing Changes

With the new year comes some new faces at Flying Horse Farms. First off, we'd like to welcome Ann Anderson to the position of Regional Development Officer.  Ann will work to cultivate our existing donor relationships as well as develop new donors throughout the Northeast Ohio region. Jennifer Kerns, our Marketing Manager, has left on materni... Read more →