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Friends of Camp Gallagher

Company Overview

Camp Gallagher is a co-ed overnight summer camp for teens on the Puget Sound in Lakebay, Washington.

Situated on the sunny shores of Case Inlet, in the south Puget Sound, Camp Gallagher is one of the most beautiful summer camps in the world. It's a place where middle schoolers and high schoolers can embrace nature, friendship, adventure and stewardship in a truly spectacular setting.

Away from the fast-paced world of homework, cell phones and social media, Camp Gallagher offers teens a much-needed connection to each other and their natural environment.

Love Summer. Love Gallagher.

MISSION STATEMENT
Camp Gallagher, a place for discovery and adventure, provides opportunities for personal growth in a safe environment through challenge and exploration on land and water, giving campers improved self-confidence, life-long friendships, and an appreciation of their environment.

VISION
Gallagher is a place where campers live in simplicity and community, discovering and exploring the environment around them.

For more information, please visit https://www.campgallagher.org/.

Company History

CYO Era (1963-2015)
In 1963, the Archdiocese of Seattle's Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) began using Camp Gallagher as short trip destination for campers attending Camp Blanchet. The CYO officially established Camp Gallagher as a summer camp in 1970.

Camp Closure and Sale (2010-2015)
The Seattle Archdiocese closed Camp Gallagher in Fall 2010 and, in 2015, announced it was selling the property. Following the announcement, former Camp Gallagher campers, parents and staff members launched an effort to buy and reopen the camp. On July 30, 2015, the property was sold to a party previously unaffiliated with Camp Gallagher. The new owners agreed to lease the property to the group that had been campaigning to save the camp. The group formed the Friends of Camp Gallagher nonprofit in 2015.

The Seattle Archdiocese used money from the sale of Camp Gallagher to fund a new aquatic center at one of its remaining camps.

Friends of Camp Gallagher Era (2015-Present)
Friends of Camp Gallagher re-opened Camp Gallagher for Classic Summer Camp, Gallagher Expeditions, Family Camp, Men's Camp and Women's Camp in June 2016.

Notable Accomplishments / Recognition

ParentMap Golden Teddy - 2016 Winner, 2017 Winner, 2018 Finalist
"Best Overnight Camp" & "Best Family Camp"

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  • 4 days ago

    Assistant Summer Camp Director

    Friends of Camp Gallagher - Lakebay, WA, United States
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    The Youth Summer Programs Assistant Director is a key member of the Camp Gallagher summer leadership crew. You ll be part of the director team that sets the tone, builds the staff, brings the programs to life, and keeps the whole camp running smoothly. If you love mentoring staff, solving fun chaos, and believe camp can change lives (including yours), this role is for you. You ll help dream big, plan smart, and execute unforgettable experiences while modeling what it means to lead with heart, ...

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