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Camp Takajo’s 2013 Returning Staff- Veterans List

May 15, 2013 by

2012 Administrative Staff

2012 Administrative Staff

 

The most important factor for our campers to have a fun and successful summer at Camp Takajo is our experienced staff.
We are proud to publicly post the current list of veteran staff members who will be working at Camp Takajo for the summer of 2013.  Staff members who appear on this list have worked at Takajo for at least one season, performed well, and have been invited to join us again for another great summer in Naples, Maine!

First Name Last Name Years
Donnie Abrams 52
Al Ades 4
Jake Ades 2
Nick Andreacci 23
Dan Aubuchon 13
Jody Bedard 7
Glenn Billups 4
Angie Calciano 7
James Compton 2
James Connolly 2
Joe Connors 3
Joe Crain 2
Cunjak Cunjak 17
Warren Davis 40
Nick Dolan 2
Pete Dumont 4
Colleen Eagleson 21
Meghan Eagleson 16
Jason Flashner 4
Max Flashner 6
Madeline Forrestel 2
Hank Fortin 43
Trent Fyffe 3
Gergo Gal 3
Tara Girouard 2
Connor Grafton 2
Chic Graham 14
Tom Green 2
Melanie Greenwald 2
Zsolt Hegyhati 2
Jill Hockney 6
Oliver Kay 2
Joe Kelley 8
Austin King 5
Jeff Konigsberg 45
Tom Lam 3
Mike Lardo 7
Mike Lear 6
Brant Leitnaker 2
Bob Lewis 25
Rick Lupo 2
Harrison Manchel 6
Jane Martin-Fortin 34
Don Mathews 37
Liam McHugh 18
Ryan McNair 4
Kolby McNeal 4
Sammy McSweeney 3
Larry Merrifield 21
Neil Minsky 22
Paddy Mohan 28
Tyler Moore 2
Richard Muszynski III 5
Peter Orban 2
Shad Osayomi 7
Craig Parker 15
Tom Pattison 2
Tyler Pelletier 2
David Pilgreen 5
mike Pottle 2
Dan Pozerycki 2
Gergely Riba 2
Ian Richardson 5
Jon Roberts 3
Mike Sanderson 5
Joey Schell 11
Benji Shanus 5
Tom Shiers 4
Gerry Simpson 35
Mate Solticzky 2
Lacy Tell 3
Stacy Tell 3
Imre Varga 2
Paul Vinzani 4
Jim Weinland 2
Dave Wentz 20
Hal Williams 19
Jake Winglass 2
Krista Wynia 7
Chris Young 3

Camp Takajo Celebrates the Life of Elise Goldman

April 4, 2013 by

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Perhaps the best thing a person can leave behind in life is a good example. When that example is truly inspirational, then our sense of loss is made bearable by the shared memories of a life filled with grace, passion and vitality. This is the way we will remember Elise Goldman who left us on March 28, but whose amazing spirit and zest for life will forever remain in our hearts.

Elise Goldman photo

Elise Goldman

Of her husband, Morty, who owned and directed Camp Takajo for forty-two years, Elise was fond of saying, “Morty takes care of everything and I take care of Morty.” Typically self-effacing, Elise played an integral role in the founding and shaping of Camp Takajo from its beginning in 1947. From the time Morty passed her a note during a college class that said in part, “Pardon my not-so-sudden, sudden interest…” to their marriage and five children, to the creation and building of Camp Takajo, Elise and Morty were side-by-side every step of their remarkable journey together. They shared a vision that has touched the lives of thousands of young men in a profound and lasting way.

We extend our deepest sympathy to Elise and Morty’s children — Judy, Roger, Nancy, John Henry and Paul — along with our sincere gratitude to each of them for the countless ways they have shared their own lives in shaping the fabric of Camp Takajo. Their legacy will forever remain intertwined with past and future generations of Takajo campers and staff.

In 1970, Morty and Elise were founding members of the Lakes Environmental Association whose mission was, and continues to be, the preservation of the lakes and ecosystem in the surrounding area of Maine that was such an important part of their lives. In lieu of flowers, it was Elise’s wish that anyone wishing to make a donation in her name do so to the LEA. Contributions can be sent to:

Lakes Environmental Association
230 Main Street
Bridgton, ME  04009

Please indicate that your donation is in memory of Elise Goldman, so her family can express their gratitude for your thoughtful gift. You may also donate online at the link, below.

Click the “Donate” button. Then, in the box labeled “Purpose,” please write:  Donation in Memory of Elise Goldman

http://mainelakes.org/?page_id=207

To express your condolences to Elise’s family, please send mail to:

Judy Wideman
P.O. Box 1517
Naples, ME  04055

Or, send email to: jwideman@fairpoint.net

Register for Camp Takajo Madness! A Free Contest for Yeggs of All Ages

March 17, 2013 by

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Wakey, wakey! Rise and shine! It’s Takajo Madness time!

 

Here’s one of the top prizes for Takajo Madness- a Camp Takajo iPhone case! Remember to register here on Facebook and set up your bracket before Thursday, 12:15 PM (EDT) on our Yahoo! group for your chance to win a prize.

Are you a fan of college basketball? Are you excited for March Madness? Are you looking for a pool to join? Look no further! Camp Takajo will be hosting the first annual “Takajo Madness”. All campers, staff, parents, and alumni are welcome to join!

Camp Takajo iPhone CaseIf you are interested, please join our official Takajo March Madness group event on Facebook and check there for sign-up instructions and updates! Awesome Camp Takajo prizes will be awarded to the top brackets- Don’t miss out!

For more information, visit the event page:

 

Register to stay in touch with Camp Takajo and your fellow alumni by going to this link:  http://www.camptakajo.com/alumni/

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