Summer 2008

6 South 2nd Street, Suite 802 Yakima, WA 98001

509.248.2854 families@campprimetime.org

www.campprimetime.org

a special experience for special families

Accessible Treehouse is Complete A tree house that’s accessible to everyone regardless of their abilities is a reason to cele-brate! And celebrate we did on Tuesday, July 29. With over 75 people in attendance, we “climbed” into the treehouse, the first of its kind in Washing-ton state. Treehouses are places for building relationships, remov-ing obstacles, and bringing people of all abilities together, closer to nature and each other. A treehouse with a gently slop-ing entry ramp is a way to pro-vide a truly universally accessi-ble experience for everyone. This treehouse allows all chil-dren, even those confined to wheelchairs, to experience the thrill of “climbing” into a tree; of being up with the birds, feel-ing the trees sway, and seeing the world from a new vantage point. The accessible tree house will truly enrich the camping experience of our families as they relax, connect with nature, and enjoy a much-needed break from the complex

stresses related to caring for a child with a serious illness or disabil-ity. Camp Prime Time works to promote the emotional well being of each family member by providing the opportunity to experience rec-reational activities free of embarrassment, guilt, harassment, or fi-nancial limitation. There are few places that can rival the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. A facility nestled deep in the heart of the Northwest’s Cascade Mountains near Clear Lake is a natural and re-laxing place to enjoy the pleasure of the great outdoors. Camp Prime Time relies on the generous donations of caring indi-viduals, businesses, and organizations across the state to keep the camp for special-needs children and their families open and free of charge. Without generous donations and fund-raising, Camp Prime Time could not survive.

Treehouse Celebration in Pictures

Treehouse Donors

Robert B. McMillen Foundation Charlie Greenwood, Greenwood Engineering

United Parcel Service Yakima Valley Community Foundation

Yakima Rotary Foundation TriPly Construction

Hellisen Lumber Knudson Lumber

Star Rentals Metal Benders

Pacific CA Systems Granite Construction

R.S. Excavating Finish Line

Dick Haapala, Randy Robbins, Wes Morris Carpenter family

John and Mark Mahaney

Cassandra Town, Dave Berthon

Thanks to our 2008 Cabin Sponsors We wish to thank our cabin sponsors who work to maintain a comfortable

and inviting “home” for our camper families.

Cabin A - Telephone Pioneers of America Cabin B - Children’s Village, Yakima Parent to Parent, and Father’s Network Cabin C - TriPly Construction Cabin D - Naches Lions Club Cabin E - Equity Residential Cabin F - Drift-A-Way Snowmobile Club Cabin G - Jerry Lange and Bob Coker Cabin H - Sunrise Rotary Club Cabin I - West Valley Kiwanis Cabin J - Avail Home Health Cabin K - United Parcel Service Cabin L - Joe Molano family Cabin M - Gilbert Trujillo and Sylvia Ermey Cabin N - Mike Burnam Playroom - Cyndi Furstenau

Wish List

• Food Sealer and bags • Twin and Double mat-

tress protectors • Foosball balls • Air Hockey pucks and

paddles • Ping Pong balls • Cordless drill and bits

for different size screws

• Socket wrench set • Pliers • Hammers • Crescent wrenches • Retracting tape meas-

ure • New or gently used

stuffed animals

Want to Help? There are many ways you can contribute to the future of Camp Prime Time. Maybe one of these fits you. • A general financial contribution by cash, check or credit card

(yes, we take credit cards now) • Restricted donation to a special project

⇒ Endowment Fund - a long term investment ⇒ Capital projects - interpretive trail, lodge remodel ⇒ Campership fund - help send campers to camp

• Sponsor a fundraising event - give us a call to discuss your ideas

• Introduce Prime Time to potential campers and supporters. We would be happy to furnish any materials you may need.

• In-kind donations, including materials and services, which helps to reduce our operating costs.

• Check out our Wish List • Volunteer - we always appreciate help at camp on the week-

ends, for work parties, and help with fund raising events

Check out our website - www.campprimetime.org - for recent pictures and the latest in what’s happening at Camp Prime Time.

Now accepting Visa,

MasterCard. Discover -

at camp and in the office.

6 S 2nd Street, Ste 802

Yakima, WA 98901

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Prime Time seeks to enrich the lives of families with children who are seriously ill or disabled by providing an outdoor wil-derness experience where families can enjoy themselves in a supportive atmosphere without financial burden.

Join us for our annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

Saturday, October 11

Dinner served at 4:00 pm

Come and enjoy the day at camp!

Please RSVP by calling 509.248.2854

or families@campprimetime.org

Board of Directors

Dick Haapala, President Ed Dirkes, Vice President Diane Gamache, Treasurer

Tim Morris, Secretary Ralph Berthon Dave Berthon Gale Benoit Mike Burnam

Cyndi Furstenau

Staff

Diane Eilmes Executive Director Shirley Thietje Camp Manager

Debbie Armstrong Bookkeeper/Assistant