Camp Cedarcrest 100th Anniversary Picnic Article

Camp Cedarcrest marked a historic milestone this past weekend, celebrating its 100th anniversary with a vibrant community picnic that brought together families, friends, and longtime supporters. The event, held on the camp's scenic grounds, was a joyful blend of tradition, community spirit, and outdoor fun. Guests enjoyed a beautiful summer day filled with activities that highlighted the camp's enduring legacy of fellowship and recreation.

Participants enjoyed delicious slices from Zuppardi’s renowned pizza truck along with a variety of refreshments, which helped keep everyone cool and energized throughout the day. In true Cedarcrest fashion, the picnic also featured a variety of lawn games and outdoor activities, including cornhole, nature walks, and the chance to meet the camp’s friendly goats and chickens. Children played freely in the open spaces, while adults reminisced about summers past and shared stories about their connections to the camp.

Camp Cedarcrest has long been a symbol of community collaboration and service. It is uniquely owned and operated by a coalition of five inter-service clubs: the Lions Club, Rotary Club, Kiwanis, Probus, and the Quota Club. Together, these organizations have stewarded the camp through generations, maintaining it as a space for learning, recreation, and connection. Over the past century, the camp has welcomed thousands of visitors through school programs, summer camps, and community events. Many former campers and volunteers returned for the celebration, sharing memories and reflecting on the meaningful role the camp has played in their lives and in the broader community.

With a century of memories behind it, Camp Cedarcrest isn’t slowing down. Organizers say they are already planning future programs and events, committed to keeping the spirit of the camp alive for generations to come. Camp Cedarcrest is proudly looking ahead to its next 100 years—rooted in tradition, and ready for the future.