My name is Cathleen and I am a 14-year-old 8th grader. I like to read and rock climb, do archery, ice skate and much more. I heard about Camp Banyan… Read more »
A Teenager Recounts Her First Volunteer Experience at Life Saver Camp in March 2019
Category: Banyan Odyssey
What it’s like to volunteer at Banyan…
I had the amazing opportunity to volunteer with Camp Banyan during one of their cooking classes! We worked with all of the young people to prepare, create, and then eat… Read more »
Responsibility with Hannah Hurm – Camp Banyan Spotlight!
Hannah Hurm is a beloved member of the Camp Banyan community! She is known for her smile, her jokes, and her love of pizza. Join us as we explore how… Read more »
Perseverance with Jordan Krolak – Camp Banyan Spotlight!
Jordan Krolak, a local singer who goes by Jordan Michael Studios, is also a member of the Autism Community. He joined the crew at Camp Banyan 2017 for Music Week… Read more »
What’s Next?
Hello friends of the Banyan! Here’s a little update on what is happening next for our nonprofit! We are starting the Business Development Plan for the social enterprise aspect of… Read more »
Hospitality with Mary Elizabeth Williams – Camp Banyan Spotlight!
Mary Elizabeth Williams (or M.E.) is the daughter of The Banyan Odyssey creators Bill and Jane Williams. She is also a Camper from Camp Banyan who has taken the value of Hospitality… Read more »
Camp Banyan 2017 is Coming!
Camp Banyan 2017 is Coming! Camp Banyan is a six-week summer program for handicapable young adults ages 16-29 who are working toward independence (i.e. employment and life on their own,… Read more »
Perseverance with Allison Tremblay – Camp Banyan Spotlight!
Allison Tremblay is a Camper from Camp Banyan who is growing toward her dream of being a chef! Take a look at her journey and how she incorporates our Core Value… Read more »
Welcome to Our Odyssey
Join one of our founders, Jane Williams, as she outlines our purpose and goals for this blog and for the Banyan Odyssey!
2016 Year in Review
Hello friends, welcome to our blog! We are so glad you’re here, and we can’t wait to share with you our goals, dreams, the things we love in the handicapable community, and more!