Camp MARC News!
*** We would like to let everyone know that Lynne Hardesty has decided to step down as Camp MARC’s Director and that Beth Tillman has been appointed as the new Director for Camp MARC. Camp MARC appreciates all that Lynne has done for camp over the years and even though she is stepping down as Director, we are happy to let everyone know that she says she will still be involved and continue to be a part of camp. On that same note, we are excited that Beth has agreed to be the new Director and know she will do a fantastic job! We hope that everyone is as excited and ready for Camp MARC 2024 as we are and we know it is going to be a great year!
Camp MARC has been of service to the mentally and physically handicapped of Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, and beyond for over 60 years. The concept for Camp MARC began with a few pioneering parents who wanted to offer their mentally and physically challenged children an opportunity to experience summer camp like other children.
Thus, Camp MARC was formed. The campers consist of adults who have intellectual disabilities as a primary diagnosis, while many also have some physical disabilities as well.
On average, Camp MARC serves about one hundred campers a year from Western Kentucky. While there, campers participate in music, nature, sports, arts & crafts, swimming and boating. They also have the opportunity to be part of such activities as a talent show, Camp Olympics, an award ceremony and a dance.