The morning of January 10, 2018, Clark presented the keynote speech to the Campfire Conference at Blue Ridge Assembly to almost 200 Y Camp leaders/directors An anonymous benefactor was kind enough to purchase a book for each person in attendance! Thanks Campfire Conference for a great time AND thanks to daughter, Christin, and friends, Marjorie and David Snow for making the trip to be with us.
On January 9, Clark was presented with the Legends of Camping Award for the work he’s done and the vision he’s had in the area of camping. As CEO of the Nashville Y, Clark began the Joe C. Davis Center that includes Camp Widjiwagan, and as CEO in Houston, Clark totally rebuilt Camp Cullen. This award s rarely given—the last was in 2015 and the one before that in 2010. Clark felt humbled to receive this honor.
October 19th brought a wonderful opportunity for Clark to speak to an Indiana Y Leadership conference. Indianapolis CEO, Eric Ellsworth, was a splendid host who made us feel “at home”. The crowd was attentive and friendly. The books I brought to sell at the conference sold out! Thanks to Eric and his staff for such a superb visit.
Clark was selected to present at the NAYDO Conference (North American YMCA Development Organization) in New Orleans. On April 24th at 5:15 pm, Clark will speak at a Pre-Conference session titled: Fifty Years of Fundraising Wisdom. On Wednesday, April 25, he will participate in the Young Professionals Mentoring Session of Round B Hot Topics. Hope to see many of you in New Orleans.http://conference.naydo.org
Congratulations to Camp Widjiwagan who had the most favored votes on Facebook. The poll brought attention to two outstanding YMCA camps: Camp Widjiwagan in Nashville and Camp Cullen in Houston. Camp Widji won with 58.7% of the votes. Over 500 people participated in the poll—thanks to all of you! Clark and I decided that we would award both camps and send a child to each camp this summer. If you wish to help these camps, please go to carolynbakerauthor.com and…
Would you like to help a child go to camp? Go to poll.fbapplio and vote for one of two YMCA camps: Camp Widjiwagan in Nashville or Camp Cullen in Houston. Clark and I will give the camp with the most votes funds to send a child to camp this summer. There’s only one week left. In addition, if you purchase my book and post a photo of you and the, tag me, and share which camp you want—that will be…
Thanks to Parnassus Bookstore who hosted a book signing for my book. It was so special to see many friends and family drop by to support “Work, Play, Pray Hard”. They have only a few books left—if you haven’t purchased one and you are near the Green Hills Mall, stop by and purchase a book. Remember, you will be helping TWO YMCA camps: Camp Widjiwagan in Nashville and Camp Cullen in Houston. Our proceeds will be given to these deserving…
Clark & I had a delightful book signing experience at St. Mary’s on March 11. The weather was not conducive to “getting out”, yet we had a lovely crowd. Thanks to the Dominican Sisters for coming to greet us! A special shout out to Faye Copeland who came—her husband, Bob, was a very close friend. He passed from this earth too soon. Carolyn is pictured with Julie. Clark is smiling with dear friend, Kevin Barber. Lily & Mark Berlyn brought…
“Clark gave the class many life lessons and tips.” Macin Graber Clark and I enjoyed January 31st by visiting the Daviess County CEO class. Although it was quite early, these students seemed energetic and willing to listen and learn. Thanks to instructor Bill Turner for the invitation.
