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First Name : Claudia Last Name : Weiss Greve E mail address : [email protected] date : Feb 22, 2009 Whats on your mind? : Ill be visiting Woodstock area this spring. Anyone know if you can visit camp? I have old photos and the best memories of Hurley but would love to walk around the flagpole and down to the waterfront again. continued : The images and feelings are with me, the names are getting lost. I remember the Finks and Lisa Youkeles, and a girl in my bunk who called herself Smokey. I remember shouting our Anyone in Rookery? as we walked by, knowing that the Counselors in there were conclusion : Is there a reunion planned for anytime in 2009?

First Name : Andy Last Name : Snyder E mail address : [email protected] date : 2/11/09 Whats on your mind? : Jenni Fast asked, so I must respond. The singing group Matzoh and His Balls was comprised of Jeff Trencher (left continued : We sang Alleyoop, Im Going to Ride the Chariot in the Morning Lord and There is a Balm in Gilead (taught to us by Ted from conclusion : waterfront fame. I spoke with Paul and his wife Sandy (Kirschner) tonight. Hurley will always be in our hearts!

First Name : Nina Last Name : Sterne Cantor E mail address : [email protected] date : Around 1964-1966 Whats on your mind? : Hey anyone remember me? I remember how life was just wonderful,friends, singing, trips...a part of life and spirit put in that never forgotten memory box...

First Name : Ellen Last Name : Lowik E mail address : [email protected] date : 26-januari 2009 Whats on your mind? : I was in Camp Hurley as a cabinleader in 1988. Director at that time was Martin Eisenhouer???. At the infumary or kitchen, I dont remeber well, Ada continued : The job was tough. It was my first long trip alone(Im dutch) and I great learning experience. the end : I rememeber the cherrypie which was very good. First Name : Shira Last Name : Fink Safran E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just wanted to let our Camp Hurley family know that Florence W. Fink passed away yesterday, friday, January 16, 2009. She was 91 years old. Her philosophies, her ability to always see the good in people and her desire to always make this world a better pl continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Sadly, Flo Fink, who was still very active at age 90 and a revered supporter of our HCF efforts, died Friday 1/16/2009. continued : My thoughts are with her daughter- Shira Fink Safran ([email protected]), son- Josh Fink, and the rest of Flos family. the end : Funeral services are Sunday at Manhattans Riverside Memorial Chapel. The family will be sitting shiva in Plainview, NY next week.

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Do you know of any camps today as good as Camp Hurley was? Haa! Not likely. But there still must be some more wonderful camps out there and continued : were always looking to hear about some that would be great places to send our sponsored campers to have the life shaping time of their lives. the end : So, if you know of any, drop us a line. Thanks!

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Heres wishing the seasons best to all my Hurley friends. HAVE A GREAT 2009! And thanks again Lowell for this website! continued : the end :

First Name : shira Last Name : fink safran E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Matty, I just got an e-mail from debbie meyers!! If you are ever in New York, lets get together for some music!! continued : the end : First Name : Jason Last Name : Yanowitz E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just wanted to put in an updated guest book entry with a reasonably-permanent email address. I attended in the early 80s. It was a complicated, but overall, fantastic experience. Id love to hear from folks who were there at the same time. First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : You picked out some great songs, Matty! Keep on singinem! continued : the end :

First Name : Matty Last Name : Berkelhammer E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just had a little mini-reunion-hoot with my friend Debbie Myers (Hurley, 1960s) and her husband Michael in Culver City, CA. We continued : played guitar & banjo and sang Power and Glory, This Land Is Your Land, Oh, Freedom, If You Miss Me At the the end : Back of the Bus, Aint Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Round, Dark as a Dungeon, Ship Titanic, others. Regards to all! Matty

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Im sorry if you missed the gathering last weekened in Manhattan at the free Pete Seeger concert but get this... continued : Michael Scolnick will be MCing Sun. 9/21/08, the music side of the Beacon Sloop Clubs Alternate Energy Festival in Beacon, NY. the end : Petes one of the performers! Mike says he wants to do a Camp Hurley gathering at the event. Hes at [email protected] for details.

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : There was a mixup at the post office in Aug. so if mail to: HCF PO Box 907 Huntington, NY 11743 was returned to you... continued : just resend it now. There shouldnt be a problem. Thanks. Bill the end : First Name : Elvy Last Name : Stepinoff E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Cant imagine how I never signed in to the guest book! I was at Juvey, then Hurley from 53-65. I remember lots of you who signed in. Lets keep the Hurley spirit alive and contribute to the Hurley fund. continued : the end :

First Name : Allan Last Name : Wilder E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Cannot-make the Pete Seeger concert.I have a Wedding Reception to go to8/23/24/08.Now I know You Guys Will sing Thatel Be A Timeand Im going to miss that.Id love to see EveryoneSorry Maybe next time..... continued : I just heard on the Radio-That Doug Jones-Died.I was very good friends with him.He fought Ali in 1963-Ali was 21-Jones was 26.From the fight,it looked like Jones-won the fight.Im going to miss him also.He was one of my patients at the Bronx V.A.Well cant the end : Thats why I hope to see you all some time...... Bye for now ....Al Wilder

First Name : Michael Last Name : Mark E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Jennie Mark,Camp Juvenile/Hurley registrar (1950s-60s)died July 22, 2008 at age 93. If you ever called the city office she took care of you, registered campers, continued : made sure staff got paid, sent the buses off to camp from NYC and greeted them on return. She spent the entire summers of 52 & 53 at camp as camp mother. the end : Most people think Murray (or Merrill) ran the place. Perhaps, but they could not have done it without Jennie Mark.

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Free Pete Seeger outdoor concert, 11 a.m. Sun. Aug. 24, 2008 at Lincoln Center in Damrosh Park. Look for Tina Kraskow with CAMP HURLEY sign! continued : the end :

First Name : Allison Last Name : Siders E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I have so many fond memories of Camp Hurley. My sister, Erin and I went in 83 and 84. Hey Akilah! I also see someone named Samantha continued : who was there the same time we were. I was in Teen Camp though.I remember Martin and doing camp laundry and building one of the the end : cabins and camp fires and learning to clog and only showering once a week!

First Name : Allison Last Name : Siders E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I have so many fond memories of Camp Hurley. My sister, Erin and I went in 83 and 84. Hey Akilah! I also see someone named Samantha who was there the same time we were. I was in Teen Camp though. continued : I wish Camp Hurley was still around. Id send my daughter there. I remember Martin and doing camp laundry and building one of the cabins and camp fires and learning to clog and only showering once a week! the end : aahhhhh memories :)

First Name : Sandy Last Name : Wynn E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I attended Camp Juvenile, later called Camp Hurley, in 1945 or 1946. I was age 13 or 14. Can anyone tell me where exactly the camp was located? continued : For my friends and I this was our first experience at a camp. We were from Juvenile House in the Bronx which was run by the Jewish Federation. Camp was for the week. the end : We all had a marvelous time. We had great fun at the lake and enjoyed just being in the country and out of the city.

First Name : Peter Last Name : Rossi E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just discovered this site. Brought back wonderful memories. Larry Lerman came over yesterday to check out the cottage Im building on White Pond in Putnam Co. Would love to hear from anyone who remembers us. Daryle Harlick? continued : the end :

First Name : Carol Last Name : Lilly E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was thinking about the fun times I had at Camp Hurley and how great the experiences were. My siblings and I attended the camp for 2 great years, during the summers of 1981 and 1982. We were the two sets of fraternal twins in the camp during those years. continued : the end : First Name : Melissa Last Name : Chase E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hello! I was a Camp Counselor in (I believe) 1985. Is there any one else from that era out there?? I remember a fellow-counselor named Debbie(?) (who sang), a gentleman from Togo, and the daughters of the St. Lawrence professor (I went to SLU); going on a continued : the end :

First Name : Paul Last Name : Pitcoff E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Amazing that after so many years the experiences at Hurley remain vivid and alive and transforming- To those of you on the Board- my greatest appreciation for your work, the fund, and keeping the memories connected- Paul continued : the end :

First Name : Betty Last Name : Baskind E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was At Hurley from 1955-62, and would love to hear from people from that time. I live in the Bay Area...any Hurleyites here? continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : The word from Larry Chelmow is that hes keeping busy with his duties on FOUR museum boards and running an antique clock repair continued : and restoration business out of his home in Canton, Mass. the end :

First Name : Lorie Last Name : Karlin E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hi all, Since posting on this site Ive had some wonderful surprise emails from long lost friends. If anyone who remembers me wants to get in contact my email address has changed to [email protected] Id hate to miss anyone. Love to all. Lorie Karlin continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : People ask me what type of camps are we sending kids for the summer. Well, we look for camps that remind us in many ways continued : of Camp Hurley, and the atmosphere created there. Check out Shire Village Camp, one weve used now for years: www.shirevillage.org the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Best Wishes to HCF Honorary Board Member Pete Seeger who celebrated his 89th birthday May 3, 2008. We love you, man! continued : the end :

First Name : Nat Last Name : Hibbler E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I can remember growing up in Brooklyn, New York in the 1970s as a urban Bedford-Styvestand youth going to Camp Hurley, it was my first came experience in my life and as an adult now, I never have forgotten this experience. I now live in Washington State, continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : From Canada we received the sad news that Joanie Sass has passed away. My condolences to her family. continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Elvy Stepinoff wrote:Hi folks-Did you see the Pete Seeger Movie, Power of Song -brought me back to the hope & love of Hurley. continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Danny Roth, 1954 to 1961 (roughly), says to let everybody know that his new e-mail is now: [email protected] continued : First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : More greetings: ...Im finally a grandmother and enjoying the baby whenever I get a chance...Im taking courses... continued : and enjoying retirement..Im going to visit Suzie Kagan (Leibowitz) who moved up to Maine...-Love,-Sheila (Sherman) the end :

First Name : Last Name : E mail address : Whats on your mind? : With donations have come some greetings: So pleased with your continued belief, trust and hope for a more fair society... continued : and say Happy 90th Birthday to me!! Cant believe it. -Flo Fink the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Sadly, I have to post the news of the passing of two Hurley people: Harold Winkler and Anita Ross Townsend. continued : the end :

First Name : Rand Last Name : Oliver E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Looking for someone who might remember me. I attended Camp Hurley during the 60s along with my (4) four siblings for at least 2-3 summers. I was the youngest of the Oliver bunch: My brothers were Joseph or Joe, and twins Bruce and Barry; sister was Claudi First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : The installation, DIALOGUE WITH AN ANCIENT FOREST, by sculptor and HCF board member Herb Rosenberg will be on exhibition continued : from March 3 to June 30, 2008 at the Walsh Gallery of Seton Hall University in East Orange, N.J. Reception with Herb 5-8 pm March 6. the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : The HCF year-end donation request letters are either out or almost out, but you need not wait for one to make a tax-d. donation. continued : Send anytime of the year, whatever youre comfortable giving to: The Hurley Camp Fund, P.O. Box 907, Huntington, N.Y. 11743. Thanks. the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Former board member Judi Bernstein-Bakers year-end mail says: shes still doing legalease for immigrants and refuges. Fellow hurleyite continued : husband Karl is still a Public Defender, says she, and theyre both now plus 60 with a brilliant grandson, almost three. the end : Son Akils fame as a European musician did grow, and daughter Kiras chocoalate(www.johnandkiras.com) was shown on Martha Stewarts Show.

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : PETE SEEGER ALERT! On the 1st Fri of every month, the Beacon Sloop Club meets, down by the river side by the Beacon, NY train sta- continued : tion. 6:30pm, potluck dinner; 7:30pm, environmental meeting; 8:30pm WE ALL SING A WHOLE LOT! There are lots of great musicians the end : in attendance and Pete Seeger is there every time (or at least 11 out of 12 times.) Come on down! Youll be glad you did!!

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Heard from Laurie Schiff Hahn, whose reunion in the 1980s set in motion the efforts that started the HCF. She and husband Alan have relocated to: continued : Grand Junction, Co. Happier than ever, they say. Some of their multiple retirement years of US nature travel by van can be seen on: the end : http://www.flickr.com/photos/travelingwild/ for photos and at http:// travelingwild.blogspot.com/ for essays.

First Name : shira Last Name : fink safran E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Flo will be 90 on Nov. 9th. Shes doing well, still living on her own, and Josh and I see her every week. She gets around and still has quality of life. May we all be so lucky!!!! continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : COME ON, PEOPLE: ON THE PATH FROM VICTIMS TO VICTORS is a new 2007 published book co-authored by two of my heroes- Bill Cosby and the one time camp leader of continued : Lets Go On A Bear Hunt fame, and honorary HCF board member- Dr. Alvin Poussaint, MD. the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Congratulations and all my best wishes to Flo Fink who on Nov. 10, 2007 will celebrate her 90th birthday! And thanks to Garvin Wong who told me. continued : the end :

First Name : Laurie Last Name : Tatarsky E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Was a camper in Reicher 1 and 2 from about 60-63. Counselors Elvie and Joan. continued : bunkmates were Dena Rollo, Laura Jameison, Penny Stanton, Laura Lopatin (sp?) the end : Memory was jogged by the new Pete Seeger movie, and so I stumbled onto this website- amazing!

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Coming soon, a fantastic 93 minute film entitled Pete Seeger: The Powr of Song. Its in release in selected venues continued : from Chicago & west, but should be here in the east soon, too It was featured & very well received at the Tribeca Film Festival. Dont miss it. the end :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] GUESTBOOK 4

First Name : Eric Last Name : Bridger E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : 06/2007 - Gerry I do remember you and your Mom well. I and my sisters (Cindy, Laurie) attended 1961 thru 1968 when UCC took over and I was a camper /worker. Some of the best times of my youth. continued : I remember the Finks well and their cousin Janice (Ian) who visited. Ran into her when I went to HS of M&A. Most counselors at that time were from CCNY the end : Great site!

First Name : Gerry Last Name : Lowe E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was a camper during the early 1960s and my mother Hilda was the camp nurse with Stella. continued : 2 weeks ago Hilda passed away after a bout with cancer. She did for my sister Michelle and I a wonderful thing always remembered the end : Hurley will always be a part of both of our spirits. We are lucky to have been there. please all bunk mates contact me.

First Name : Gerry Last Name : Lowe E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just came across this website that brings back some of the best memories from my childhood. My mother Hilda, was camp nurse with Stella and my sister Michelle and I had a great many summers in the early 1960s there. Would like to hunt orange salamanders w continued : Mother passed away a few weeks ago and loved this place with all of her heart. the end : It helped form who I am and my sister also. Lets go sing around the benches.

First Name : Stephanie Last Name : Moore-Rice E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I had the greatest summers at Camp Hurley. I went from 84 to 86. I think I learned to be myself there. Is there anybody out there who went in the mid 80s? It saddens me to hear that I cant send my children there. I came in from Brooklyn and it was great t continued : the end :

First Name : Lowell Last Name : Waxman E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just read a great salute to Pete Seeger on the occasion of his 88th birthday. Happy Birthday Pete! Here is the link: http://www.commondreams.org/ archive/2007/05/09/1073/ continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I recently received the sad news that Anita Ross Townsend died June 2006 at age 69. My condolences to her family and friends. continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hurleyite Herb Rosenberg is having a show of his sculptures Jan.5-14, 2006 at Jadite Galleries, 413 W. 50th St., Manhattan. continued : More info. is available at www.jadite.com or 212-315-2740. First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Happy holidays! Here comes 2007! If you are on the HCF mailing list, you should receive the annual donation request letter soon. continued : We should have a regular mailing address for everyone, but if we dont have yours, or its changed, send us an update. the end : Letter or not, send whatever tax-d. donation you feel comfortable with anytime. Weve kids wanting to go to camp and everything helps.

First Name : lauren Last Name : Farber E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I just found tis site. I went to Twin Link and Hurley from age 5 to 11. I remember a great trip to Gloucster Mass to work in a fish factory, and a great trip to an Amish tobacco farm, sleeping with bats in the barn. I remember the Kingston police harrass continued : I laughed when in college I read a play that I had perforned at age 8 at Twin Link- I found out it was Bertold Brecht. We also did 1776 and I was John Adams. I thought all other camps were weak compared to Twin Link/ Hurley. I also remember 2 days on the the end : Love to everyone Lauren

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Happy 2006 Thanksgiving friends of old! Im thankful for having known all of you in my childhood, and so many of you into the present.:)) continued : the end :

First Name : Amy Last Name : Clifton (Stepinoff) E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Heard about the Central Park reunion from my sister Lucy. Sorry I could not be there, but Iceland is a long way away. Would be happy to hear from anyone who remembers me. continued : the end :

First Name : Rima Last Name : Grad E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just found this sight.Thrilled beyond belief. Went to Hurley 63-67. Elvy Stepinoff was my counselor in Reicher 2 that first summer. continued : Hurley was amazing and I still think about I lucky I feel to have been part of the experience. the end : Would love to be on the mailing list and also to hear from anyone from my era.

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Are you going to the 9/9/06 Hurley re-union at Central Park? I am. I promise to bring my guitar, and well sing... lots. There once was a re-union made Of Hurley-ites high grade, Who sang some songs Bout righting wrongs and ate and played in continued : They talked about Rec Hall And played a little soft ball And then they went and sang some more Because they loved it all. the end : Oh, you cant leave camp its sticking to yuh It goes right through yuh, Oh, halleluyah No you cant leave camp, not our Camp Hurley Both boys and girlies, we loved it all. Lyrics: By Michael Scolnick First Name : Ed Last Name : Chaika E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was at camp from 1948-1958 as camper, kitchen helper and counselor. Is anybody still alive from that time? continued : I will not be able to make the reunion; we left New Orleans area last month and are looking for a house in Houston. Any Hurley the end : folks in the Houston area?

First Name : Lorie Last Name : Karlin E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just discovered this after receiving the newsletter. Cant express what memories have come flooding back, as Im sure youll all understand. I live in London, England and continued : have sadly missed all the reunions. Id lOVE to hear from anyone who remembers me. (Please put HURLEY in the subject box or it might go to my junkmail). Much love to all. the end :

First Name : Betty Last Name : Baskind E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I just got the Hurley Reunion letter...it brings up such longing to join all of you on 9/9...but I cant make it to the east coast then. Whos in the Bay Area? continued : the end :

First Name : Linda Last Name : [Sussman] Beckman E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Its great to see the spirit of Hurley lives on. I was a counselor the summer of 1961. The name then was Linda Sussman. Its been a long and full life, but Hurley--brief as my sojourn there was--had an impact ion me, and I remember so many names from the ma continued : Does anyone know anything about Joanie Weinstein Sass, a good friend from Hunter and Hurley? Or Eric and Jo Eisenhandler? the end :

First Name : ALICE Last Name : ENGELHARDT E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Thanks for keeping in touch, Im id love to hear from some old friends. Camp Hurley makes me smile and hope to hear from some of you. Its been a long time, also like yesterday. continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Judy Yanofs daughter Anna Boden co-wrote & co-directed HALF NELSON a film that premiers Aug. in NYC. www.HalfNelsonTheMovie.com continued : the end :

First Name : Deborah Last Name : Myers E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hi there fellow Hurelyites, I was a Hurley camper in the early 60s. At that time it was said that many of the counselors were freedom riders in the civil rights movement. continued : My friends 13-year-old daughter is researching the role of Jews in the civil rights movement, and she would love to be able to communicate with someone who was active at that time. If that is you, or if you know the end : someone who was and would be willing to share their experiene, please write to me so I can make the connection. With fond memories, Debbie

First Name : Debbie Last Name : Weisman Clasie E mail address : [email protected] or [email protected] Whats on your mind? : May 2006 update: Im 31 yrs old and was there from birth until the last year Hurley existed. My parents (Dan and Vivian) met there. continued : Would love to hear from all my old friends (Hey Akilah, Jamila, Samantha, Quincy!! Miss you guys!!) the end : Living in Boston now - e-mail me!

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Get this! My old bunkmate Lowell tells me that Bruce Springsteen is putting out an album of Pete Seeger songs! How cool! continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Sadly, I am passing on the news that former Hurley camper Jan Amilani died last January. continued : My thoughts and prayers go out to his sister, Donna Amilani, and to the rest of his family and friends. the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : YOU ASKED FOR IT! MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW! A reunion for Hurley alumni and friends is planned for Sat. Sept. 9, 2006. continued : Keep checking back for details. the end :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I found records of Camp Hurley from 1954 through 1965 at 320 Elmer I found records of Camp Hurley from 1954 through 1965 at 320 Elmer L. Andersen Library, University of Minnesota, 222 21st Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455 in their Social Welfare History Archives under Five Towns Community House Records in Fol continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just once a year, towards the end of the year, we ask for donations for The Hurley Camp Fund. Its Dec. 2005! That time is now! continued : If youre on the mailing list, youll receive a brief letter. But you dont have to wait for that! Send now whatever you feel you can... the end : to THE HURLEY CAMP FUND, Ltd., PO Box 907 Huntington, NY 11743. All your tax-deductable contributions are put to good use. Thanks!

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hurleys Herb Rosenberg is having a show of his sculptures beginning Jan.5,2006 at the Jadite Gallery, 430 W. 50th St., Manhattan. continued : The opening for his show Crossing the Line, is 5-8 pm, and runs through 1/14. He said hed be thrilled to see some Hurley people there. the end : First Name : toby Last Name : strout E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I would like to revise my earlier posting. If you remember Terry and were close to her when we were at camp, please email me so we can talk about communicating with her. I think I acted rashly in giving out her phone number and believe it would be a mist continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Again: Hurley sponsorship forms can be printed from the Project News page of this website. Get them to agencies and folk you know. continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : To Shalei and all. One of the camps the Hurley Camp Fund has sponsored kids to is Shire Village Camp. www.shirevillage.org continued : the end :

First Name : Steve Last Name : Horowitz E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Im still best friends with my buddy Kennny Jameson 45 years later. We just spoke about camp and lo and behold-your site is there. Thank you so much. First Name : Jack Last Name : Yohay E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Well, the correct spelling is in memoriam (make a memorandum of this!)//This Japan-resident teacher and NYC/Fla. siblings.... continued : ..fondly remember M.O. from Camp Juvenile, 52, 53. Counselor Al(vin) Pouissant (who wouldnt know me) is the noted psychologist the end : My name is Mrs. Curry/My tavern they will bury?Theyre going to tear it down tomorrow morn. (to build the Ashokan Dam)

First Name : Lowell Last Name : Waxman E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Boston.com obit datelined West Hurley says John Herald heard Pete sing in a camp in 1954. Any campers remember John Herald who went on to distinguished bluegrass career? continued : the end :

First Name : Jonny Last Name : Katof E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hi. I was reading John Heralds obit and it said he was inspired to sing after seeing Pete Seeger at a camp in upstate New York...and he lived in West Hurley. Was that camp Camp Hurley. I went there in the early and mid 60s. I was in Arnold 1 and 2, ( wher continued : the end :

First Name : MICHAEL Last Name : SCOLNICK E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I saw this article and thought of Camp Hurley: John Herald, noted bluegrass musician, dies at 65 WEST HURLEY, N.Y. John Herald, a noted bluegrass musician who recorded with Linda Ronstadt and Bonnie Raitt, has died at age 65. The Kingston Daily F continued : Herald was best known as a guitarist and lead vocalist for the Greenbriar Boys, who were at the forefront of the early 1960s folk scene in Greenwich Village, where he was born in 1939. The band toured with Joan Baez, and Heralds song Stewball was recorded the end : In an interview with the B-B-C five years ago, Herald said he was inspired to sing when he met folk musician Pete Seeger at a summer camp in 1954. Want to guess what camp?

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : WORK O THE WEAVERS, the wonderful folk group that performs the music that we all learned and sang at Hurley, the music of the Weavers, continued : was such a hit at the Orangetown Jewish Center last year were bringing them back on 12/4/05, a Sunday afternoon. the end : Come. Bring the grandkids. You wont believe the joy!! e-mail me for more info. Lets try again to have a mini-reunion there.

First Name : Shalei Last Name : Simms (Pilgrim) E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I cant believe I found this site, which is terrible since I just saw a posting my sister put up last year. continued : Reading these notes has brought back alot of memories. I am especially interested in seeing Heidi and Rachel. I have never lost my love for folk dancing and I still sing my camp songs to anyone who is willing to listen. the end : I am trying to convince my husband of the value of a hurley experience, so if anyone knows of a camp similar to Camp Hurley, please contact me. Kisses are sweeter than wine!

First Name : Last Name : E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : To Pete Seeger on May 3, 2005: HAPPY 86TH BIRTHDAY, PETE, WITH LOVE, FROM YOUR CAMP HURLEY FAMILY! continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Congratulations to Karl Baker and Judi Bernstein Baker, new grandparents 3/10/05 when their daughter Kira had a boy. All are well. continued : the end :

First Name : Shira Last Name : Fink Safran E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just want to thank everyone for your warm memories and words of support following Ed Finks passing February 15, 2004. Just to let all know Flo is doing well and STILL living on her own and driving !!!!..At 87, she is an inspiration to all!!!! continued : Anyone intersted in a music day/evening for July 2005? Lets keep in touch..love to all...shira the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : The normal application deadline is over for the 2005 summer, but we have an unexpected opening for another HCF sponsored camper. continued : Agencies or individuals may write for an application form or look around soon for one to print out on this website. the end : Write: The Hurley Camp Fund, PO Box 907, Huntington, NY 11743.

First Name : June Last Name : Levine E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hello anybody who has heard of Camp Wo-Chi-Ca, the progressive camp in New Jersey 1933-1952(then Camp Wyandot 1952-54. We are planning a big reunion in Tolland, Mass. second weekend in Sept.2005 and would love to hear from you. Some of you, or possibly yo continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : The annual Hurley letters are going out(12/20/04). If you dont get it within a few days, we dont have your address or the one we have is incorrect. continued : Please e-mail your correct snail mail address to Larry at [email protected] Enjoy the holidays! And Happy New Year! the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : We are always looking for more Camp Hurley-type summer camps to sponsor financially disadvantaged kids to each year. continued : If you know of any great summer camps PLEASE let us know. E-mail to me (the HCF chair.)or write us: The HCF,po box 907, Hunt.,NY.11743 the end :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : More than anything, I remember us all singing around the flagpole and the benches at Hurley (52-55, 58, 61). I still sing that music & play guitar. Sometimes I even get to visit with Pete Seeger (others present, too, but I ignore them in telling the story continued : Ive mentioned, before, the new folk group The Work o the Weavers, a living singing documentary about The Weavers and their times and their music. the end : Theyre so terrific, that Ive booked them into a concert at my synagogue in Orangeburg, NY on Sunday, December 19, 2004 at 4PM. Call 845-354-9339 for more info.

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Sandy Sloane and I went in May 2004 to visit former Camp Hurley nurse Stella Zahn who still lives in Woodstock. She now makes extraordinary quilts continued : on consignment or are sold at a Woodstock shop. Together we went by camp. The dirt roads, the landscape and oh yes the smell of camp was wonderful! the end :

First Name : George Last Name : Wachtel E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was at Juvenile from about 49 to 59, camper, dishwasher, counselor (not a very good one), truck driver. About as moving and formative an experience as Ive ever had. Murray Ortoff is still a vivid image in my head. Is Tom Ladenburg around? continued : the end :

First Name : Nora Last Name : (Straus) Albert E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : A belated thanks to all of you who put together the site, the fund the reunions etc. I love to scroll around the website then get flooded with wonderful memories. Im a bit hazy on particulars and would love to hear stories/ memories from people who were th continued : the end :

First Name : steve Last Name : emspak E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Amazing!! I tripped over this site early this morning. I was a camper (along with older brother Frank and Cousin Michael Wolfson) in the late 50s earl 60s(I guess). I was continued : too young and stayed with Murray & Selma when I first started. Anyway - I dont remeber anyone but the memories of the event are ever present. the end : I have read Elvy Stepinoffs narratvie.. Not one of those very special events have I ever forgotten, nor will I!!

First Name : Penny Last Name : Stanton E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Was a camper in Reicher 1 and 2, and then Treestump in from about 1960-63. What wonderful memories -- remember Flo Fink and Danny Kalb at the Flagpole? Got my love of folk music and many other treasures from these folks. continued : the end :

Whats on your mind? : Hey fellow Hurleyites: Im going to do a 1/2 hour gig (guitar & Hurley-Seeger folk songs) at the Beacon Sloop Club (Petes home club) Pumpkin Festival on Sunday, continued : October 14, 2007. The day starts at noon, goes on until dusk. Ill be on at ??? Folk music all day, craft vendors, free rides on the sloop Woody Guthrie, ecology stuff. the end : Pete WILL be there. Will you? Call me at 845 354 9339 for more info.

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Our own Ellen Brodsky passed away in her sleep on Aug. 6, 2007. Her sister, HCF trustee Barbara (Brodsky) Mark, said their mother continued : passed away only a few days later. Write Barbara at HCF PO Box 907 Huntington NY 11743 and it will be forwarded to Barbara and family. the end :

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First Name : Jennie Last Name : Fast-Gelfand E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was at Hurley in the 60s and now live in Woodstock (Shady) I remember Matzo and his balls does anyone else? Let me know. Camp Hurley was great and I loved this place Ive lived here since 1974! continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Sadly, former camp counselor Arthur Gray, an orthopedist surgeon, died of cancer, 11/19/04. I think he was 64. continued : Viewing,4-8 pm on Tues. 11/23, and services 11 am Wed. 11/24 at J. Foster Phillips Funeral Home, Jamaica, NY. (718)526-5656. the end :

First Name : Ellen Last Name : Saltzman E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I went to Hurley from about 1960-66, and loved every year. My ex-counselor, Toby Berman-Rossi, recently passed away. I didnt know if anyone had heard this. continued : the end :

First Name : David Last Name : Quarshie E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Saturday October 2, 2004 My niece attended a Batz-mitza party in Kingston. After dropping my niece off, I drove to the Ashokan reservoir and tried to trace my way back to the camp. I was unable to find the camp and very sad that I could not remember the l continued : the end :

First Name : Eddie Last Name : Rogers, III E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was sitting here thinking about Camp Hurley 73-77, and just knew it would be online. So it is and so am I again a child. Thanks for the legacy. I did not relize how much I have internalized and put back out there for the next generation. Thank you continued : the end : First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : More than anything, I remember us all singing around the flagpole and the benches at Hurley (52-55, 58, 61). I still sing that music & play guitar. Sometimes I even get to visit with Pete Seeger (others present, too, but I ignore them in telling the story continued : Ive mentioned, before, the new folk group The Work o the Weavers, a living singing documentary about The Weavers and their times and their music. the end : Theyre so terrific, that Ive booked them into a concert at my synagogue in Orangeburg, NY on Sunday, December 19, 2004 at 4PM. Call 845-354-9339 for more info.

First Name : vanessa Last Name : raia E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Camp Hurley had great things about it....but there was alot of racial tension (not directed from me)....my sister and I were victims of bullying. continued : I guess you can say it was an experience. And we will have those stories to tell forever! the end : Un Zee Ma, the Banquet, the bonfires, canteen, picking strawberries and making sherbert, climbing tallest mountain.....

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : The current owner of the 92 acre property once known to us all as Camp Hurley, says its up for sale for million. continued : the end :

First Name : Shana Last Name : H. E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I loved Camp Hurley, I attended in the early 80s. I loved the folk dancing, songs and campfires. It was a great experience that I will never forget. continued : I didnt enjoy all the food, but I was open to the trying. I have passed that belief on to my daughter, you have to at least try something before you say you dont like it. the end : Camp Hurley is a part of me and my childhood. I flashback and look at the photos of the good times. Thank you Camp Hurley for making me a better person. First Name : Debbie Last Name : Weisman Clasie E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : August, 2004: Wanted to update my info. Im 29 yrs old and was there the last year Hurley existed. Would love to hear from: continued : Akilah, Jamila, Samantha, Quincy etc. Miss you guys!! Living in Boston now - e-mail me! the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : FOR SALE!- The 92 acres that were our camp will soon go on sale for million. Any Hurley person or groups of us interested, or with an idea? continued : the end :

First Name : Chaka Last Name : Pilgrim E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I attended from camp Hurley in the 80s .I remember Martin as if it were yesterday. I only wish it were still around so I could send my daughter. Well at least I am still extremely versed in folk dancing. Hi Heidi. I might be the only black girl under the continued : What ever happen to Aida ? What I wouldnt give to have those homemade rolls from banquet. I have made the rule that you have to try everything atleast once a motto fo my life.Although I still hate cottage cheese and peaches. the end :

First Name : Jon Last Name : Wolfe E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hello to everyone and who can forget Camp Hurley in the summer of 1965? (Not to mention 1966 and 1967?) Peace Jon continued : the end :

First Name : Jamila Last Name : Codrington E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I still cant believe this site exists. Camp Hurley was absolutely the best part of my childhood. I got butterflies just looking at the pictures! I went to camp for about 6 summers (82-87?). Im 28 now. HI DEBBIE (Bunk 6 represent!) Just so you all know abo continued : the end :

First Name : Stella Last Name : OHara-Burrell E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I went to camp Hurley the summer of 1977. I was 12 years old and was at the pre-teen camp. All I can say was that I was able to really grow up that summer into an adult. It changed my life. I still love camping to this day and I have started to introduce continued : the end :

First Name : Stella Last Name : Zahn E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : A friend and I are having a silent auction on June 26 at my home in Woodstock NY to raise money to beat bush. All proceeds will go to Mov-On. continued : If you are interested in coming please get in touch with me by either calling Bill Mason or looking me up in the phone book. Peace. the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Sandy Sloane and I went up to Woodstock and visited Stella Zahn over the weekend and had a chance to walk around camp on Sun. 5/16/04. continued : Although most of the structures are gone the landscape, lake and even the smell are all wonderfully the same. I hope our pictures come out. the end :

First Name : Stephanie Last Name : Rice (Moore) E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : It would be great to see Camp Hurley again. I spent 1 session out of the summer for 4 years. It was one of the greatest times of my life. I remember the last folk dance at the end of the last session and the big dinner. continued : I remember how happy we were to go to the canteen and get snacks and mail. I went from the time I was in the bunk after youngest girls to oldest girls. I never went to teen camp. I also remember those famous hikes up the escarpment trails. I went from 198 the end : If there is anyone out there who also went during that time it would be nice to hear from you. I made a lot of friends during those summers. Oh, Im from Brooklyn, NY and I was about 9 or 10 when I started then.

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Do you want to promote the Hurley spirit, keep it moving through the generations? Bring your kids or grandkids to The Work o the Weavers show, at the Paramus Picture Show, Rte 4, Paramus, NJ on 5/1/04 @ 7:30pm. in advance, continued : at the door. Its all songs that we know and sang at Hurley... true to life. http://www.workotheweavers.com/ http://www.paramuspictureshow.com/ the end : Go. Youll enjoy. Ill be there.

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Isnt it about time for another reunion? continued : the end :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : This is the place for me to express my sadness at the passing of Ed Fink. I remember him as a fine part of the tapestry that was/is Camp Hurley in my life. continued : Flo and Shira, Im very sorry for your loss. Michael Scolnick the end :

First Name : Thara Last Name : Jefferson E mail address : alfe1atverizon.net Whats on your mind? : i remember camp hurley i only stayed for one session. My strongest memory is the of the year Nixon was impeached and we all sat around a tiny radio to listen to the court proceedings. I remember swimming in the lake. I l;ike that camp but I couldnt handle continued : the end :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : 2/2/04 -The Weavers live! I just saw a group called Work o the Weavers in concert celebrating the group we all know & love. Great musicians. The best music. continued : Theyre at Dannys Skylight Room , New York, NY 346 West 46th St. (just west of 8th Av), 2/8/04 & 2/15/04. Theyre a must-see for any Hurley-ite. the end :

First Name : Shira Last Name : Fink Safran E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : We would love to share an evening of music (singing and playing) with others in our home (Plainview, LI). continued : anyone interested? Please E mail me if interested for March 2004. the end :

First Name : Shira Last Name : Fink Safran E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Update on Ed and Flo Fink. Ed is home, would love to hear from others. (718)543-5337. Flo is currently in NY Hospital. continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Joan Vigushin,55, a camper in the early 60s died June 2003 of lung cancer. Joan, a psychologist,lived in Calif. with her husband Jack. continued : My condolences to her family and to all of her old camp friends, of whom I was fortunate enough to count myself among. the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Shira said 1/2/04 that her folks, Ed and Flo Fink, have shown improvement since their very serious car accident last year. continued : Ed is at Good Sam. hosp.in Suffern,NY and Flo gets therapy at Helen Hayes in Haverstraw where x-camper Margie Baron is now a top doctor. the end : You can e-mail Ed and Flo messages and good wishes through Shira Fink Safran at [email protected]

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Its January 1, 2004! HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYBODY!!! continued : the end :

First Name : Mitchell Last Name : Langbert E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Follow up to last nights post/response to Bills E-mail Hi! I found this lovely site via a web search on Google. I was fairly young when I attended Camp Hurley and only went on three 3 week trips (1964-66), so my memories are somewhat vague. I recall a continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Laurie Schiff Hahn sent me a copy of Were Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Roxen and Helen Oxenbury. Simon and Schuster Childrens Publishing Division. continued : You know the story:) And its still great! Thanks,Laurie! the end :

First Name : Mitchell Last Name : Langbert E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I went to Camp Hurley in 1964, 65 and 66, when I was 10, 11 and 12. I now own a house in West Shokan, only a few minutes away from the camp. I wanted to send my best wishes to my bunkmates such as Bill Stone. continued : the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : You may receive our annual year-end letter soon requesting donations, but even if somehow we missed you, please contribute whatever you can to: continued : The Hurley Camp Fund, Inc., PO Box 907, Huntington, NY 11743. Its a tax-deductable donation that can shape lives in meaningful ways. the end :

First Name : Shira Last Name : Fink Safran E mail address : munch411@optonline,net Whats on your mind? : Just to let everyone know. My parents, Flo and Ed were in a very bad car accident July 11th. Mom is in Helen Hayes Rehab. in Haverstraw. Dad is in Good Samaritan hospital in Suffern fighting for his life. All e-mails sent will be shared with them. continued : Anyone wanting more info. write me.. the end :

First Name : Tina Last Name : Kraskow E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Hello to everybody. Looked for the site when got the newsletter. Remember Hurley with aching joy. Love to hear from anyone who remembers me. Love, Tina continued : the end :

First Name : Channa Last Name : Camins E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was in(UCC)Camp Hurley every summer from birth until the year it closed. That would be 1979-(86-88camper). It was like home to me. continued : My folks met & worked in Hurley. Arthur Camins-driver,program dir. &counselor.Tina Bernstein-camper, teen,counselor,A&Cstaff overtheyrs. the end :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : You are sending one new child and two from last year to Hurley-type camps for the summer of 2003. Thanks for supporting our little Fund! continued : the end :

First Name : Lowell Last Name : Waxman E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : It is summertime and thoughts always return to my wonderful camp experiences 55-63. continued : Condolences to the Sloane family ... Roz was a loving presence for many years at camp. the end : Hurley spirit remains in heart, mind and action. Peace.

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Services were 6/16/03 for Roz Sloane; mother of Sandy Sloane, Leslie Sloane Marcus, and 1950S Camp Mother to many many more. continued : the END. :

First Name : Richard (formerly Ricky) Last Name : Feldman E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Wow! In thinking about camp for my kids, I came across this site. Hurley lives on in Spirit! How fitting, because spirit was really what it was all about. I was a continued : Camp was the embodiment of that powerful spirit that would later explode into the great civil rights and peace movements of the 60s. What incredible memories! the END. :

First Name : Laura Last Name : Rosenberg E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : went to hurley 60,61,62. in 60 lucy stepinoff was my counselor(north star) and in 62 elvy my c.i.t. (brock). took guitar lessons from lucy beginning 60 visited the 3 lovely stepinoff sisters (amy) at home in the bronx (?) would love to hear from a stepi continued : the END. :

First Name : Manny Last Name : Bardash E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I was a camper in 46, dishwasher in 47, counselor in 48, asst. Head counselor in 49 and asst. to director Jack Gershtenson in 50. I would like to hear from any of my (very) old friends from those days at Camp Juvie! continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : We are looking for more old Camp Hurley photos. Id really love to see one of Pete Seeger at camp, if anyone has one to share with us. continued : the END. : First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Services were 6/16/03 for Roz Sloane; mother of Sandy Sloane, Leslie Sloane Marcus, and 1950S Camp Mother to many many more. continued : the END. :

First Name : andrea Last Name : butterweich E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : All five of us Hymans attended Hurley - Emily, Jimmy, Andrea, Laurie and Danny. We all have fond memmories of camp. continued : I would love to find my bunkmate Shira Fink. Her oatents worked at the camp. the END. :

First Name : Jason Last Name : Yanowitz E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Also from the 80s generation (went there from 1981- 1985 (I think I was 13 for my last year)). Learned alot. continued : the END. :

First Name : Laura Last Name : Rosenberg E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : just read the part about 4 lines per box so here i am again to do it right.. i was at hurley 60(north star-lucy stepinoff) 61 (sherwood) and 62(brock -c.i.t. elvy continued : paper. the lovely 3 stepinoff sisters with beatiful souls to match. remember their apt. in bronx. singin along with lucy- (all my trials)- unforgettable the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : To those who were with me in body or spirit at the N.Y. Peace March 3/24/03, it was nice to be with you again, although the reason sad. continued : the END. :

First Name : Betty Last Name : Baskind E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Just read thru the guest book...what incredible memories and good feelings. Was at Hurley 1955-62. Would love to connect with S.F., Bay area alums. continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : New addreses need for:Tanya Raggio, Terry Wang, Steven Boonslaft, Nancy Kogel, Laurie Franklin, and Edgar White. continued : the END. :

First Name : andrea Last Name : hyman-butterweich E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Found the web site while helping a parent find a camp scholarship for her daughter and thought of my wonderful years at hurley. continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Even if you havent received our annual request letter yet, please send your tax-deductable contribution in 2002 this month. continued : the END. :

First Name : Sharon Last Name : Leivne E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : Wow. Im still crying from this site. Was there from 61-67. Hurley was the single most important influence on my life. Elvy Stepinoff was my first counselor in Reicher. Your recapitulation is exactly my own memory. Whens the next reunion? continued : the END. :

First Name : Pia Last Name : Johansson E mail address : [email protected] Whats on your mind? : I`m from Sweden, and was working at the camp -85 (with the teens.) Marin Eisenburg was the leader. (and Ada). Now I want to give my best regards to everyone hug. I´ve been thinking of you many times! continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Roald Hoffmann:Holocaust survivor,Nobel Prize winning chemist,poet and HURLEY CAMPER to speak 11/4 at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art. continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Camp Nurse Stella Zahn's quilts are featured as of Oct 26 2002 at THE RED BARN in Woodstock,NY.,845-679-0040 at Rts. 375 and 212. continued : the END. :

First Name : Kit Last Name : Stein-Montgomery E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I went to Hurley from 1959 (age 10)to 1965 (Camper Worker). Some of my best, clearest memories are of those summers. Anyone there at that time, please e-mail me. continued : the END. :

First Name : Steven Last Name : Grenadir E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : It was a great supprise to find this site. I was at camp hurle from about 1956 to 1961. I would just like to just walk around the continued : the END. :

First Name : Gabe Last Name : Rosenberg E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : The internet is pure magic! There's still a crowd out there from Camp Juvenile! I went there 3rd trip 1952 and 1953. The memories and stories were related to my kids and grandson countless times. I clearly remember E. Chaika & M. Scolnick's names as bei continued : the END. : First Name : Adrienne Last Name : Gomez nee: Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hi! I started as a camper in 1952. Still Juvenile then. Progressed thru camper-worker & jr. counsellor to full- fledged counsellor,1 or 2 yrs. continued : the END. :

First Name : Allison Last Name : Siders E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hey, I went to Camp Hurley in mid 80's and I LOVED IT!!! I was in Teen Camp, which was significantly harder than any other bunk. We built a cabin and did the camp's laundry once a week and we could only take showers on Tuesdays for 2 minutes! Those were t continued : the END. :

First Name : Herb Last Name : Rosenberg E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hello from the woods of Cape Breton Island which is in Nova Scotia Canada. I built a studio here almost 30 years ago and have spent the summers working here ever since. this year the University of Cape Breton invited me to install a one person installatio continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason, HCF chair. E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Stamps are going up to 37 cents! Please be sure the HCF has your e-mail address and update us with regular mail and phone nu. changes. continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : A 1995 HCF sponsored camper will be on Camp Thoreau's kitchen staff this year, the first step in their counselor training program. continued : the END. :

First Name : Leslie Last Name : Gregory E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Was waterfront director early 80s and remember Rhonda and Martin - looking for Ehab El Shiek, male counselor - Urgent - perhaps returned to Egypt? Any help would be a blessing! continued : the END. :

First Name : Carol Last Name : Collazo E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I was a camper at Camp Hurley for 2 years...in 1981 and in 1982... Camp Hurley had 2 sets of twins during those years...Carlos & Carol & Eric & Erica. continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Names of supporters are listed on the "TO CONTRIBUTE" page. Check it out. You may recognize some names. THANKS TO ALL!!! continued : the END. :

First Name : Marion Last Name : Shore E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : What an amazing website! The Camp Hurley experience stays with you for life, doesn't it? I attended from 1958-1963...Reicher, Maas, Northstar, Reuben. Would love to hear from fellow Nurley alum! continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : and Bob Okin, Larry Atlas,Madeline Wohlrich, Michael Reshetnik, Alexis Cornos, and Tom Papell. continued : the END. : First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Vincent Andretta,Steven Boonshaft,Dorothy Cooper,Lynn Hodes,Paul Gold,Janet Axelrod... continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : If you move don't forget to give the Fund your new address.We've recently lost track of the following people: continued : Send your new addresses and such to The Hurley Camp Fund, PO Box 907, Huntington, NY 11743 the END. :

First Name : Allan Last Name : Wilder E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : We are from "WALL-Pac"-"WAll-Pac"-are "WE"- Hmmmmmm-That is a while-ago- Glad to see-everyones doing well.I said I would visit -the web-site. continued : juice. I remember most of you.I Loved You All.When I came home from Camp Hurley-I used to Cry-because I missed-it so...even though I had alot of friends-at the END. : Home-Well long time-ago-I'm glad-Theres a Camp Hurley-Fund...For Boys and Girls...Gotta go--Bye for now-Al Wilder----NOt at Bish Bash Falls......

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I'm terribly sad at Murray's passing. It was so good to see him at The Hurley re-union, I guess it was in 1990 at the overnight in that camp in Westchester. I felt younger just seeing him. Itwas another Hurely event I won't forget. To me, his passing is l continued : the END. :

First Name : Susan ("Shoshana") Last Name : Rothaizer E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I hope to see a lot of you at Murray's memorial. I'm sorry I wasn't free the weekend that people went to Camp Hurley not too long ago... Anymore news about how Danny Kalb is doing? continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : "World Trade Center-Before and After" exhibit by Pro. Woman Photogs. has work by our own Shoshana Rothaizer at "Modernage." continued : the END. :

First Name : Last Name : E mail address : What's on your mind? : Happy Birthday Dr. King! We appreciate all that you did, and we miss you more than ever! continued : the END. :

First Name : Last Name : E mail address : What's on your mind? : Happy Holidays Everybody! continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I understand that Hurley's own Brenda Steinberg has work in a three person show at the Univ. Plaza Gallary in Cambridge, MA. continued : the END. :

First Name : Amy Last Name : Clifton (Stepinoff) E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Would love to hear from anyone who remembers me (1958 Reicher to 1965 Siegel). Visit my webpage at http://www.norvol.hi.is/amy/ home.html and send email continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : "The Blues Project" with Danny Kalb(my old couselor)is apparently playing free concert noon Friday 8/24 at the World Trade Center. continued : the END. :

First Name : Debbie Last Name : Myers E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I just found out about this web site and this recent and past reunions. Camp Hurley made a major impact on my life. I was there for 3 years in the early-mid sixties - I was in the group that did the Wizard of OZ production - Wish I could have joined you f continued : the END. :

First Name : Larry Last Name : Chelmow E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Just found the site. Sorry I missed the reunion. Was camper and kitchen staff'52-56. Would like to hear from old friends. continued : the END. :

First Name : Larry Last Name : Chelmow E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Sorry I did not discover this site sooner.Would have attended the reunion.Camper & kitchen staff mid 50,s. Would like to hear from old continued : the END. :

First Name : Amy Last Name : Clifton (Stepinoff) E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : My sister Elvy just sent me a wonderful synopsis of the reunion. Sooo sorry I couldn't be there, but Iceland is a bit far to get away from. continued : the END. :

First Name : Elvy Last Name : Stepinoff E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I was at the reunion, but just found web-site. Lots of familiar names! I was there from 53-65. It was great being back at camp. Maybe next time more of us will be able to get there! Hope to hear from folks. continued : the END. :

First Name : Mark Last Name : Levy E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Amazing. Dan Roth, my oldest friend whom I met at Hurley when we were about 10 years old in 1956, told me about this site. Incredible. I was there from about 1955 or 56 until 1961. 45 years later I've never forgotten and not stopped talking about "the Hur continued : the END. :

First Name : Daniel Last Name : Roth E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I just read through the guestbook - and actually remember names! What a gift! How was the reunion? I am so sorry I missed it, but will definitely be at the next one, whenever, where ever!!! What a special tribe of people we were/are - much love to all! continued : the END. :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : What a great time. Great site here, as well as in Kingston. continued : the END. :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hey everyone! We all had a great time at the reunion last saturday (8/11/01) AT THE CAMP ITSELF! Only the rec' hall, the shell of the infirmary and the base of the mess hall were still standing, but all the paths , clearings, the blacktop courts and the r continued : the END. :

Guestbook Join First Name : Laurie Last Name : (Schiff) Hahn E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : A great way to view old Hurley photos and keep in touch Comments beyond 6 lines :

First Name : Phyllis Last Name : (Haberman) Willett E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I think it truly wonderful that those of you back east took this initiative. It is with profound warmth and pleasure that I make my small contribution each year. Thank you so much.

First Name : Raul Last Name : Tuset E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Greetings. Great to hear from old friends. I was camper through C.I.T. and my brothers were on the kitchen staff. Danny how's Alice? and how are you?

First Name : Fran Last Name : Stillman E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : The web site is lovely. Thank you Lowell.

First Name : Paul Last Name : Reider E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : This is wonderful! As one of the later generation (1961- Haber) who saw the last year (1967) as a camperworker - it warms my heart. We 49 year olds still are close to our fellow campers and remember most of you as our counselors or CIT's! Especially Sue F

First Name : David Last Name : Goldberg E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I was at Camp Hurley from '54 at age 9 (when it was still Juvenile) to '58. Still cherish it. Would love to hear from people in those years.

First Name : Rob Last Name : van Oosten E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : As a former staff member, I really enjoy looking at your site. In the near future I will send some information about the summer of 1974. Keep Hurley going First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hi Again! To leave a longer message click on the black "Post A Message On My Message Board" page instead of this one.Here 4 lines.

First Name : Lucy Last Name : Rosenblatt (Stepinoff) E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hi to all. What a great way to keep things going. Thanks Lowell

First Name : Matty Last Name : Berkelhammer E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Greetings to all my sister and brother Hurleyites. Would love to hear from any of you, especially from the years 1964-1965.

First Name : Ed Last Name : Chaika E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Just wanted to say Hello to some "Old Timers".

First Name : Debbie Last Name : Weisman Clasie E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Ok, where's everyone from my generation?! I was an "oldest girl" during Hurley's last year in operation. Age now: 26.

First Name : Dan Last Name : Weisman E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Camp Hurley was given to the United Community Centers (B'klyn) in 1968, and operated by the UCC until they sold it in the 1980's. The UCC operated another camp, Twin Link, in Accord, NY, from 1959 through 1968 (both camps in operation) and then just Hurle

First Name : akilah Last Name : horton E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : i am 26 years old black female and know everything about camp hurley. ever song and dance and menu and event. please call 973-371-4427. best years of my life. if i ever came into some money i would open up a camp just like it. First Name : akilah Last Name : horton E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : do you recall going to gills. I loved the science and baking gill. and singing songs at the camp fire. and when we had our banquet we dressed up. and on visiting day we got ice-cream once everyone left.

First Name : Alice Last Name : Weisman E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I'm from the United Community Centers generation of campers. I was there from 1967 to 1975. Would love to hear from anyone from those years.

First Name : Ed Last Name : Chaika E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hi: I just found copies of the Juvy Journal from 2nd and 3rd trip 1953, Yes ..I'm that old. If anybody wants a copy, let me know, give me your address, and if it's under 100 people, I'll send them a copy. I also have the words and music for "Let's go on a continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Former Camp Hurley nurse Stella Zahn and her daughter have collaborated on a quilts and wall hangings display at the Natural Eclectic, Inc. in Nyack, NY continued : the END. :

First Name : Steve Last Name : Seid E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : continued : the END. :

First Name : Ellen Last Name : Brodsky E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : A reunion/fundraiser on CAMP GROUNDS will happen THIS SUMMER. I'm coordinating & need your HELP. Pls contact me & volunteer. Thanks continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : AUGUST 11, 2001. That's the date of the reunion AT our old camp! If you're not on the mailing list, let me or Ellen Brodsy(above)know. continued : the END. :

First Name : Merith Last Name : Weisman-Ross E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hello all -- the pics are great, but I have to say, what's the spillway? I don't think I could have missed that! I was there until close when I was a 3rd year teen. I'm 28 now. continued : the END. :

First Name : Alan Last Name : Wolsky E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Wow, I was just cleaning up my desk when I found the URL. Lowell, thank you very much! Ellen Brodsky, please put me on your mailing list for a continued : the END. :

First Name : Lori Last Name : Berlin (Haberman) E mail address : lorberlin@aol What's on your mind? : This is great! I was at Camp from 1956 until about 1963. 7 years old until 14? Never did make camper worker. Wish I could be there on Aug.11 continued : the END. :

First Name : Andy Last Name : Snyder E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hurley was (and IS) the most formative experience of my life. I was there from '65-'67 in Orioles, Central Tents and Camper/Worker. My best friends today are from my Hurley days! Would love to hear from folks. Andy continued : the END. : First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Info. about the reunion and t'shirts went out by mail last week. If you haven't gotten anything, contact Ellen Brodsky. continued : the END. :

First Name : Peter Last Name : Korican E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Great to see it all and connect with the past. I was there when it was Juvenile. '51, '52. I may have been the first camper-worker. wish I could be at the reunion as Camp Juvenile is a treasured memory of great and formative experiences. Wishing you all continued : the END. :

First Name : Laurie Last Name : Kurte E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I've heard about this camp for many years from my friend Bill Mason. I've enjoyed finally seeing it! I wish you all continued success in creating such a special place for kids to grow, connect, play, learn and have fun! continued : the END. :

First Name : Marshall Last Name : Harth E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Sorry to say will miss reunion this time. But my spirit and heart and love will be with all of you. We must all thank Ellen for a Job well done! continued : the END. :

First Name : Paul Last Name : Pitcoff E mail address : Pithar/yahoo.com What's on your mind? : I forgot and have never forgot the impact this community had on my life. Thank you for keeping me in touch. Amazing how just hearing the special words and phrases bring back so much. Miss you all. continued : the END. :

First Name : Matt Last Name : Berkelhammer E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Though I live in California, I'm going to be in the NY area on Aug. 11, and I'm thrilled I'll be able to attend the reunion! Looking forward to seeing all of you, especially those who I shared the Hurley experince with in 1964 and 1965. continued : the END. :

First Name : Larry Last Name : Fialkow E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Camper 1955-63. Live close to Catskills and lots of fond memories whenever I ride down Beaverkill Rd. to the Spillway. continued : the END. :

First Name : Linnea Last Name : Johnson E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : I was a counselor in the senion div. in 1963 and would love to hear from anyone who was there then. It was unforgettable, yet i've been out of touch with everyone for decades. As a counselor one memory was days off eating "real food" in the Kingston bus t continued : the END. :

First Name : Peter Last Name : Segal E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : It was just a fluke coming upon your website, Thinking about my kids who are now in camp got me wondering about Hurley. I was a camper from 53 to 63 (when I was a CIT). Only fond memories. Wish I could be at the Aug 11 reunion. continued : the END. :

First Name : Ellen Last Name : Brodsky E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : There's still time to sign up for the reunion/fundraiser. Contact me or Michael Mark ([email protected]) It's going to be a great day. continued : the END. :

First Name : Bill Last Name : Mason E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Also, contact Michael Mark ([email protected])if you need info on Hurley area hotels and such. continued : the END. :

First Name : Johanna ("Jo-Jo") Last Name : Reissman (Slavin) E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hi everyone. After hearing about my happy days at Hurley ('54, '57-'60), my daughter spent July at Camp Kinderland. Her head counselor was Lucy Stepinoff's lovely daughter- Hurley lives! Kinderland has an alumni chorus, and I wish we could. Any thoughts? continued : the END. :

First Name : Sharon Last Name : Bronznick-Katz E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hello Everyone! I hope you remember me. I was at the camp 1957-1961. I played the parts of Wendy in Peter Pan and Addo Annie in Oklahoma. continued : Sorry I can't come by the old red truck or fly like I did when I was Wendy but those are the brakes. Sharon Bronznick-Katz the END. :

First Name : marty Last Name : stein E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : continued : the END. :

First Name : Daniel Last Name : Roth E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : What a treat! So many sweet memories - I was there for 7 summers, from (about) 1953-61. I am trying to find Adrienne Wade. Help! and best to all - DR continued : the END. :

First Name : Jennie Last Name : Fast -Gelfand E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : Hi I just found the sight. I live in Woodstock NY and will try to get to the reuion Aug.11 but what time and is it at the camp I went I think around 1964 or 1965. continued : the END. :

First Name : Michael Last Name : Scolnick E mail address : [email protected] What's on your mind? : What a great time. Great site here, as well as in Kingston. continued : the END. :