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East Coast Young Professionals Kick Off Summer at 3rd Annual YPGNY Camp Nubar Retreat
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7/21/2008 |
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AGBU Press Office |
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212.319.6383 |
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212.319.6507 |
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press@agbu.org |
Fifty young professionals from the greater New York area, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and, for the first time, from as far afield as Los Angeles, ventured to upstate New York the weekend of June 20-22 to attend the third annual Young Professionals (YP) Retreat at Camp Nubar. Hosted by the AGBU Young Professionals of Greater New York (YPGNY), the retreat took place in the state's scenic Catskill Mountains and offered an opportunity for participants to relax and network amongst newfound peers.
After the group settled into their semi-private cabins and unpacked their bags, everyone gathered on the basketball courts for a pizza party and a mini "Color War," a traditional Camp Nubar game that combines performing arts and sports.
"The first night's activity always brings everyone together and sets the tone for the weekend. Whether you were a Camp alum or not, everyone had a fabulous time and laughter continued throughout the night," said Alexis Halejian, retreat Co-Chair.
The next day, YP campers took advantage of the great outdoors with a vast menu of activities. The morning began with a professionally taught yoga class on the edge of the spring-fed Lake Arax. Then, throughout the day, participants were able to enjoy a variety of water activities, including rowing, canoeing and swimming, under the watchful eye of a certified lifeguard. Other activities included tennis tournaments, basketball and a backgammon mini-tournament, which continued well into the afternoon.
Saturday evening began with a wine-tasting activity organized by Vadim Krisyan, who, informed by his wine expertise, offered a crash course in wine-food pairings and explored everything from gourmet cheeses and olives to hummus and lahmajoon (Armenian pizza). The evening ended with a bonfire sing-along.
In the end, the YP Retreat proved to be an unique bonding experience for all. "Camp Nubar has been a home away from home to me since my first summer as a camper in 1986. Now, as a member of YPGNY, it brings me great joy to organize these weekend trips so that others can share the experiences unique to Camp Nubar," stated Harout Gebian, alumnus of Camp Nubar and a member of YPGNY.
Event co-chairman and Camp Nubar alumnus, James Ishkanian, agreed. "The retreat weekend exemplified the true character and spirit of Camp Nubar—a great place for Armenians to come together, relax and enjoy the outdoors."
YPGNY intends to donate any funds raised during the weekend to Camp Nubar as a symbol of their appreciation for a facility that has offered a summer haven for youth of Armenian descent since 1963.
AGBU Camp Nubar is a modern facility that has been highly ranked by the American Camp Association, American Red Cross, and American Academy of Pediatrics. For more information about AGBU Camp Nubar, please visit www.campnubar.org, email campnubar@agbu.org, or call 212-319-6383.
For more information about AGBU and its worldwide programs, please visit www.agbu.org.
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