Tamahay Camp for Girls

Tamahay Camp for Girls offers daily activities that include Nature Lore, three activity periods, a Trading Post, and an evening activity. The daily schedule also includes Rise and Shine, breakfast, Scrub ‘n brush and Kapers, lunch, rest hour, dinner, and lights out.

Programs

• Tamahay Camp for Girls — Girls ages 7 to 16 · Full of adventure: making new friends, appreciating nature, and trying new things.

At a glance

• Ages: 7–16 years old
• General schedule: Daily schedule: 7:45 Rise and Shine; 8:05 Breakfast; 8:40 Scrub ‘n brush and Kapers; 9:05 Nature Lore; 10:15 Activity Period 1; 11:30 Activity Period 2; 1:00 Lunch; 2:00 Rest Hour; 3:00 Activity Period 3; 4:20 Trading Post; 4:45 Activity Period 4; 6:30 Dinner; 7:30 Evening Activity; 10:15 Lights Out

About the provider

Tamahay Camp for Girls has been privately owned and operated since 1969. It was founded in 1969 by four teachers from Kansas. Its mission is to help girls discover their true potential and empower them to develop into confident young women. The leadership team includes Elaine Denne as Camp Director, Rachel Hoffelt as Program Director, Naomi Hoffelt as Assistant Director, and Anne Pavlik as Administrative Assistant.

Tamahay Camp for Girls accepts only 36 campers per session. The camp is away from the distractions of modern technology and the pressures of social media. The judgment-free atmosphere allows young women to try new activities and make new friends without fear of ridicule or bullying.

Last updated November 3, 2026.