...to reopen in 2021! We are beyond excited to welcome back campers and staff to Panther Pond for the 104th summer at Timanous, after 22 months of quiet wooded paths and still waters. While some things may look a bit different with the necessary Covid precautions, our hallmarks will stay the same: living together in a natural, rustic setting, growing in independence and confidence, setting and achieving goals, and making lifelong friends, among many more. Stay tuned for more news and exciting updates. As we gear up for summer, we’re mindful of maintaining our strong heritage of fostering the growth of body, mind and spirit for all. As Jeanette Michael, a parent of recent campers and a current counselor, said: "Timanous played a significant role in helping us to raise happy, healthy, kind and positive young men. We all treasure the experience and reminisce on it often." Rise, Camp Timanous... |
| Last year, we paused our Second Century Campaign in order to effectively steward camp through our 2020 closure. It was clear that our original $5M goal would not allow camp to recover and urgently pursue our nonprofit mission in a moment that demands nothing less. In order to fully realize our nonprofit vision, we aim to:
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In late 2020, we quietly sought additional funding from trustees and other close supporters in our Timanous family. Through extraordinary generosity, we have successfully recovered from closure and are able to announce our increased goal of $7.3M!
Over 500 alumni, camper parents and grandparents, and many other friends have given gifts of all sizes. We need everyone’s help to reach the finish line so we can celebrate together after the summer.
August 12-14, 2022
Next year will mark the 105th summer at Timanous. Since our first reunion in 2017 (lovingly nicknamed the "Hundy" after our 100th anniversary) was such a wonderful weekend, we are thrilled to announce our plans to invite all alumni, from all eras, back to camp for the "Hundy+5".
Whether you attended the last reunion or haven't reconnected with Timanous in decades, your camp family would love to see you on the shores of Panther Pond in 2022. We hope you can make it!
Next year will mark the 105th summer at Timanous. Since our first reunion in 2017 (lovingly nicknamed the "Hundy" after our 100th anniversary) was such a wonderful weekend, we are thrilled to announce our plans to invite all alumni, from all eras, back to camp for the "Hundy+5".
Whether you attended the last reunion or haven't reconnected with Timanous in decades, your camp family would love to see you on the shores of Panther Pond in 2022. We hope you can make it!
View more photos from the Hundy on our Alumni page
Timanous welcomes Mark O’Connor as our new Facilities Manager and Head of Woodshop Activity
We’re thrilled to announce the hiring of Mark O’Connor as our new Facilities Manager and Head of Woodshop. Mark will start on April 5th, 2021. He will be working closely with longtime Facilities Manager Robert Blake for this year as Robert transitions towards retirement after a long and distinguished tenure at Timanous. We look forward to recognizing Robert later this year.
Mark grew up in Maine, attended the University of Vermont, and now lives nearby in Harrison, Maine with his spouse and three children. Mark’s varied background as a teacher, arborist, carpenter, and maintenance worker at a hunting and fishing camp in northern Maine, as well as his enthusiasm for the summer camp setting, make him an ideal hire.
“I am excited to learn and become part of the rich traditions at Timanous. Helping to preserve and maintain the camp is an opportunity and challenge I can't wait to begin. I am excited to work with the campers on the shores of Panther Pond during the summer - there is no more wonderful setting I can imagine”, says Mark.
Please join us in welcoming Mark to Timanous.
We’re thrilled to announce the hiring of Mark O’Connor as our new Facilities Manager and Head of Woodshop. Mark will start on April 5th, 2021. He will be working closely with longtime Facilities Manager Robert Blake for this year as Robert transitions towards retirement after a long and distinguished tenure at Timanous. We look forward to recognizing Robert later this year.
Mark grew up in Maine, attended the University of Vermont, and now lives nearby in Harrison, Maine with his spouse and three children. Mark’s varied background as a teacher, arborist, carpenter, and maintenance worker at a hunting and fishing camp in northern Maine, as well as his enthusiasm for the summer camp setting, make him an ideal hire.
“I am excited to learn and become part of the rich traditions at Timanous. Helping to preserve and maintain the camp is an opportunity and challenge I can't wait to begin. I am excited to work with the campers on the shores of Panther Pond during the summer - there is no more wonderful setting I can imagine”, says Mark.
Please join us in welcoming Mark to Timanous.
Staying resilient to carry on our traditions and positive impact
While last summer was our first without camp in over 100 years, our Annual Report shares how Timanous endured thanks to the care of everyone in our community. The fact that we are on track to open safely with a full camp this summer is a testament to our strong governance and leadership, the support of our alumni, and the belief that families have in our ability to give our campers such a positive summer experience.
We are proud to recognize all those who donated to Timanous this past year, both for their financial support as well as for helping to grow a culture of charitable giving to our beloved camp. This was all the more critical because we faced the challenges of 2020 in just our second year as a nonprofit organization.
I'm confident that we will come out of this time on an even stronger foundation, and more importantly with a rededicated commitment to our mission to promote the holistic growth of body, mind and spirit. We can't wait to get back to camp and get started.
Garth Altenburg
Director
While last summer was our first without camp in over 100 years, our Annual Report shares how Timanous endured thanks to the care of everyone in our community. The fact that we are on track to open safely with a full camp this summer is a testament to our strong governance and leadership, the support of our alumni, and the belief that families have in our ability to give our campers such a positive summer experience.
We are proud to recognize all those who donated to Timanous this past year, both for their financial support as well as for helping to grow a culture of charitable giving to our beloved camp. This was all the more critical because we faced the challenges of 2020 in just our second year as a nonprofit organization.
I'm confident that we will come out of this time on an even stronger foundation, and more importantly with a rededicated commitment to our mission to promote the holistic growth of body, mind and spirit. We can't wait to get back to camp and get started.
Garth Altenburg
Director
It is with great pleasure that we announce the addition of two new Trustees to the Board. Please welcome Jeanette Michael and Bruce Wimberly, both of whom have a long history with Timanous, as you will see below.
Jeanette and Bruce bring important perspectives to the work and deliberations of the Board. Adding their voices and skills reflects camp’s commitment to inclusive and well-grounded governance.
Welcome, Jeanette and Bruce!
Jeanette and Bruce bring important perspectives to the work and deliberations of the Board. Adding their voices and skills reflects camp’s commitment to inclusive and well-grounded governance.
Welcome, Jeanette and Bruce!
 Craig MacDonnell, Board Chair |  Garth Altenburg, Director |
Jeanette Michael
Jeanette is a long-time Operations Manager at New York Blood Center, a community-based nonprofit blood bank. Her connection to Timanous stretches back to 2010 when her sons, Javin and Jaear, started as young campers. Fast forward eleven years and Javin is now a veteran counselor! She lives in Yonkers, New York and enjoys being a mom most of all, but because her sons are now young adults, she has resolved to dedicate her time to helping others, especially children. She is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., a service based organization. She also volunteers in her local neighborhood and is most proud to help with "The Little Library" which sits on a corner and houses free books for anyone in the neighborhood to take.
 | “Camp Timanous has become a tradition for our entire family and will be a part of us for the rest of our lives. We spend hours remembering the great times. I'm excited to join the Timanous board to help ensure that other families like my own can have the same opportunity and enjoy similar memories.” |
Bruce Wimberly
Bruce was a camper and counselor at Timanous, starting as a Hawk in 1976 and staying on as a counselor through 1986. He currently oversees equity strategy at Eaton Vance WaterOak Advisors, a financial advisory firm. He holds a Masters in Business and Education and assisted in the development of an urban elementary charter school. Bruce enjoys coaching youth sports, running, and golfing. He lives on the South Shore of Massachusetts with his wife and three children.
 | “I have really enjoyed reconnecting with so many Timanous friends and look forward to serving the board in any capacity. Timanous made a tremendous impact on me as a young boy and I know how important a role it can play in shaping lives. It is an honor to serve such a great organization!” |
View a list of all members of the Board of Trustees here.
