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Ten Year Quest For Barnard Camp Site Near NYC
Agnes R Wayman recounts Barnard College search for a permanent camp site within 30 to 40 miles of New York City. The piece traces early efforts at Bear Mountain and Brentmere, alumnae fundraising, and the shift from improvised cabins to a formal camp program begun in 1924 1926. It highlights the committee work of students faculty and alumnae and the role of Barnard athletics in developing weekend camping.
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New Jersey
New York
Long Island
New York City
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Athletic Association
Apartment of Physical Education
Brentmere
Decker
Paywagd
Barnard Camp
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Lillian
Scheedler
Ossining