by Alex Milner | Jun 1, 2026 | Camptown
For the past several months, we’ve been quietly working behind the scenes on a major milestone that’s sure to transform Camptown for years to come. Today, we’re excited to finally announce it: Thanks to an incredible partnership with Lowe’s, Camptown has been awarded...
by Alex Milner | Jun 1, 2026 | Camptown
For more than 35 years, Camptown has called a lot of places home. When we take a minute to stop and reflect, we find ourselves amazed at just how far we’ve come: from our beginnings in Tom Lehman’s garage, to our multiple homes across Indianapolis, and now, finally,...
by Alex Milner | Dec 23, 2025 | Camptown
For over three decades, Camptown has adventured wherever we were welcomed. For a while, it was working out of our founder’s garage, washing sleeping bags at home to use on the Appalachian Trail. Then, we found ourselves in borrowed classrooms, prepping for visits to...
by Alex Milner | Dec 18, 2025 | Camptown
2025 has been a major year for Camptown, and none of it would have been possible with our incredible community! Throughout the year, dedicated champions have helped us expand our reach and deepen our impact on every child we serve. To celebrate this year of change...
by admincamptown | Oct 9, 2024 | Camptown
For Philip Waidner, Camptown was more than just a fun extracurricular activity—it became the foundation for a lifelong passion and career in outdoor recreation. Growing up, Philip was naturally inclined toward backpacking thanks to his background with the Boy Scouts,...
by admincamptown | Oct 1, 2024 | Camptown
At Camptown, we’ve always believed that outdoor activities can challenge and inspire young people in ways that traditional classrooms often cannot. Recently, we experienced firsthand just how powerful team-building exercises can be—not only in promoting collaboration...
