Director of Aquatics Griff Gryffindor and Head Lifeguard Scott Remain Committed to Water Safety Despite Campers PACKWOOD, WA — Camp Thurston is pleased to announce the expansion of its renowned aquatics program for the upcoming season, featuring kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, open swim, and a renewed commitment to reminding campers that water demands respect. The program will once again be led by Director of Aquatics Griff Gryffindor, a former Olympic hopeful whose prom

PACKWOOD, WA — Following the launch of the Preston Rivers Memorial Wellness Center, Camp Thurston is proud to announce Phase II of its ongoing wellness initiative: the Dirk Smith Outdoor Education Complex. Named in honor of Camp Director Dirk Smith—whose commitment to personal growth and accountability has shaped the modern Camp Thurston experience—the new complex dramatically expands opportunities for outdoor education and adventure at Lost Lake. Located just minutes from th

A New Era of Wellness, Structure, and Strategic Tea Deployment Begins at Lost Lake SHELTON, WA — Camp Thurston proudly announces the...