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The Legacy of War Canoe: The Mark of an Amazon Cox

War Canoe at Camp Nakanawa is a race of endurance, teamwork, and tradition. Every summer, paddlers take to Lake Aloaloa,…

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Cleaning up along Lake Aloaloa’s shoreline with docks and calm water in the background.

Come On and Join Our Fun: Nakanawa Service Weekend 2025

Whether you're a seasoned camper or joining us for the first time, Service Weekend is a chance to give back…

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A Season of Nakanawa Magic: Slideshow Season

🎶 “Oh, the campfires are calling, calling to me…” 🎶 Our Nakanawa slideshow season was unprecedented! We are so encouraged…

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Mary Miles Loveless and her daughter Kate holding candles at the Camp Nakanawa Amazon Serenade in 2011, sharing a special moment illuminated by candlelight.

Alumnae Spotlight: Mary Miles Loveless | Camp Nakanawa Tent Row ’71

Discover the inspiring story of Mary Miles Loveless, Tent Row 1971 alumnae, journalist, and lifelong friend of Camp Nakanawa. From…

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Fall sunset on Lake Aloaloa

Karen’s Corner: It’s Fall, Y’All!

Hello Nakanawa friends, I hope this finds you well and filled with the same warmth and enthusiasm that embodies the “Spirit of…

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AHHH . . . IT’S SUNDAY

Church, Meets & Vespers (What is SAE??) Greetings again, my friends, The saying is true: time flies when you are…

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NO BUSINESS LIKE SHOW BUSINESS

Hi guys, it’s RJ. I’m here to write about some amazing highlights from this weekend! This Friday all of intermediate…

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STAR GAZING & PANCAKES

Wo-he-lo there friends, Astrid Balink reporting live from the counselor cabin on senior side. We’ve had a busy few days!…

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Karen’s Corner: WE’RE HERE & HAPPY!

On Opening Day, campers gathered to reunite with old friends and warmly welcome ournew campers. Thanks to our wonderful counselor…

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Classes, Team Leader Elections, & Evening Entertainment

Hey Y’all, Intermediate camp is buzzing with excitement! Campers and counselors are soaking up the sun andhaving loads of fun! Campers…

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Alumnae are sweeping the Wigwam during Service Learning Weekend.

Service, Smiles, and Sunshine at Service Weekend

Amazons, Valkyries and friends came together for a weekend of work and fun during Service Weekend. This annual event provides alumnae…

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Day in the Life of a Counselor

  A typical Camp Nakanawa day begins at 7:00am with the ringing of the Camp Bell which notifies campers and…

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Two 2024 Counselor Staff Members

The 2024 camper enrollment is not the only thing around Nakanawa that is setting records, counselor applications are at an…

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Introducing The Camp Nakanawa Collection by Satchel

The Camp Nakanawa Collection by Satchel You can tell a Nakanawa girl by charm, style — and now, you’ll be…

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The Valkazon Archive

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