Category Archives: Historic
#60) 1993/1994 Lakefront Dock
In Spring of 1993 the Old Lakefront Dock was washed away due to historically high lake levels. Several late March snowstorms coupled with more than 5 inches of rain resulted in water reportedly coming up to the floor boards of … Continue reading
#58) The Horton Building (South Shower House)
In 1991 the local Rotary Clubs helped out camp once again. They helped to install the South Shower House. It is called “The Horton Building”.
#56) Conrad Wedding
As reported in the “Accent” Thursday Aug 18, 1988- He used to dream about owning his own camp. He visualized one catering to handicapped children and their parents. And he put a price tag anywhere from $200,000 to $1 million … Continue reading
Did you see that? William Hillcourt
Did you see the iconic Green Bar Bill Signature on the 50th Anniversary Program? This also wasn’t the first time Green Bar Bill ventured into the Figer Lakes Area. Here are some pictures from the 1970’s will Green Bar Bill … Continue reading
#55 ) The Hovey Herald
Below are links to PDF’s of the Hovey Hearld for Webelos camp from the late 1980’s. Hovey Hearald – 1988 Hovey Herald – 1989 The same document but as individual pictures can be found here-
#54) Video from the 50th Anniversary
Part 1 – Part 2- Part 3- Fastforward-
Some Cool Stuff from the 1980’s
So… The Babcock-Hovey Alumni Association have asked you all for your stories. Some have replied but others we know are holding back. WE NEED YOUR STORIES!!!!!! We want YOU to be included in the history of Babcock-Hovey. Post a blog … Continue reading
#53) 1987 – 50th Anniversary Celebration
As reported in the Finger Lakes Times August 6, 1987 Scouters from throughout Ontario, Wayne, Seneca and Yates Counties have been named to a special committee to plan and administer a giant Boy Scout Camporee to commemorate the Golden Jubilee … Continue reading
Babcock-Hovey Alumni Association 