NAVIGATING CHALLENGING TIMES 1980–1989 PEOPLE YMCA Camp Surf went through a second major evolution starting in 1986 with the return of Dick Mason as the Camp Director. Since the YMCA only provided a small stipend, Dick also taught classes in the Recreation Department for Southwestern College. Thanks to Dick’s vision and tenacity, a strong programmatic bond developed between the two organizations that had a long-term positive impact on YMCA Camp Surf.
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24 ||||| Navigating Challenging Times 1980-1989
Lowell Lindsay was hired as the Executive Director of YMCA Camping Services in 1987, replacing John Marciano who had held the position since 1977. John Balsamo was one of several YMCA Camp Surf Directors that worked with John Marciano and preceded Dick Mason’s return.
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