In 1958, at age 11, I spent two weeks at YMCA camp here. Sleeping in wood-sided and canvas covered “tents” in groups of 4. Nightly campfires and sing-alongs where someone in the woods mournfully called “Epsi-coli-mishee-walkee” (who knows what that means?) in the dark, away from the campfire, and we as a group repeated the mournful phrase. Days spent hiking down to the river, swimming in the swimming hole, playing caroms, fashioning lanyards, target practice with .22 rifles, carefully controlled and safety first, and earned a marksmanship badge. “Bug juice” (Kool-Aid, I think) for lunch and dinner. Great memories.
Was viewing an Indian (india) movie and one of the characters was named Mazumdar so the Google look up. Turns out Mozumdar was a YMCA camp where I got to work as kitchen help every summer from 1954 thru 1957 (4yrs). Nifty to have been reminded of a wonderful time in my life.
Also my spiritual birthplace on Easter Sunday 1976 and later a place where I taught for nearly three years as the 7 day lecturer. What a wonderful taste of heaven that was with all those brothers and sisters transforming before our eyes.
Both John and I attended the same workshop at Camp Mazumdar. William was my first team Captain for MFT. Fond memories of spiritual growth and development came from those mountain tops. I am glad that Reverend Morales is resurrecting the spiritual legacy of that Holy place.
I too learned of the arrival of True Parents and was reborn through Camp Mozumdar June 17, 1977. I remember having a ‘spiritual experience’ praying at these rocks one evening that told me God was guiding me! Thanks for restoring this wonderful haven of heavenly memories!
SO nice to hear the camp has not fallen into a black hole! I was there in 1983/’84 when the CARP program under Tiger Park held many activities there and was director of the 21 day lecture program for a short period of time.
Juan – remember me? – it is great to hear that you are among those doing much for this place.
If I get around to visiting southern California a stop there will certainly be part of my agenda.
best wishes and thanks to all, Lloyd Howell, Long Island, NY
1979, 81 -83 I had the honour to teach Divine Principle workshops at this sacred place. I have so many vivid memories of God’s spirit working there, and the awesome and also fun-filled interaction with nature. Wonderful to see it being taken care of well and being restored and used for the next generation. Thankyou!
This is a very hopeful and encouraging report. It’s nice that many people and organizations are investing time , materials and money in restoring and maintaining Camp Mozumdar.
Camp Mozumdar is my spiritual birthplace. On July 18th, 1976 I was reborn upon learning the Lord had returned. Many fond memories. Thanks to those restoring this wonderful place. And thanks to my old friend Juan Morales.
Steve Vanier
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In 1958, at age 11, I spent two weeks at YMCA camp here. Sleeping in wood-sided and canvas covered “tents” in groups of 4. Nightly campfires and sing-alongs where someone in the woods mournfully called “Epsi-coli-mishee-walkee” (who knows what that means?) in the dark, away from the campfire, and we as a group repeated the mournful phrase. Days spent hiking down to the river, swimming in the swimming hole, playing caroms, fashioning lanyards, target practice with .22 rifles, carefully controlled and safety first, and earned a marksmanship badge. “Bug juice” (Kool-Aid, I think) for lunch and dinner. Great memories.
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William Miller
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Was viewing an Indian (india) movie and one of the characters was named Mazumdar so the Google look up. Turns out Mozumdar was a YMCA camp where I got to work as kitchen help every summer from 1954 thru 1957 (4yrs). Nifty to have been reminded of a wonderful time in my life.
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Jorge pichardo
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I was here in 1976 and it’s still so beautiful!! You can breath Gods eternal presence everywhere you go!!!
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Jon Brooker
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Also my spiritual birthplace on Easter Sunday 1976 and later a place where I taught for nearly three years as the 7 day lecturer. What a wonderful taste of heaven that was with all those brothers and sisters transforming before our eyes.
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Bruce E. Smith
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Both John and I attended the same workshop at Camp Mazumdar. William was my first team Captain for MFT. Fond memories of spiritual growth and development came from those mountain tops. I am glad that Reverend Morales is resurrecting the spiritual legacy of that Holy place.
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John McKewen
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I too learned of the arrival of True Parents and was reborn through Camp Mozumdar June 17, 1977. I remember having a ‘spiritual experience’ praying at these rocks one evening that told me God was guiding me! Thanks for restoring this wonderful haven of heavenly memories!
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k
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true parents? :)
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Lloyd Howell
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SO nice to hear the camp has not fallen into a black hole! I was there in 1983/’84 when the CARP program under Tiger Park held many activities there and was director of the 21 day lecture program for a short period of time.
Juan – remember me? – it is great to hear that you are among those doing much for this place.
If I get around to visiting southern California a stop there will certainly be part of my agenda.
best wishes and thanks to all, Lloyd Howell, Long Island, NY
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Ashley Crosthwaite
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1979, 81 -83 I had the honour to teach Divine Principle workshops at this sacred place. I have so many vivid memories of God’s spirit working there, and the awesome and also fun-filled interaction with nature. Wonderful to see it being taken care of well and being restored and used for the next generation. Thankyou!
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Sallyann Goodall
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I taught DP at Camp Mozumdar 1974-5, and am thrilled to hear about the new investment! Congratulations Rev Morales.
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Jim Stinard
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This is a very hopeful and encouraging report. It’s nice that many people and organizations are investing time , materials and money in restoring and maintaining Camp Mozumdar.
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william repke
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Camp Mozumdar is my spiritual birthplace. On July 18th, 1976 I was reborn upon learning the Lord had returned. Many fond memories. Thanks to those restoring this wonderful place. And thanks to my old friend Juan Morales.
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