Johnson, founder and former owner and publisher of The Charlotte Observer. Here’s some history: Camp Thunderbird was originally called Observer Fresh Air Camp when it was founded 80 years ago in 1936 by Curtis B. The reach of the camp begins in South Carolina, spreads into North Carolina, expands to many states across the nation, and even attracts international campers, who provide a broadening experience for regional campers.
The camp serves 2,000 youth every year in residential camping, and additional numbers of youth throughout the year in a variety of educational activities, particularly environmental education. What many may not realize is Camp Thunderbird is a major enterprise, one that provides major services to the greater community, the region and beyond. Boaters also get an excellent view, particularly of the camp’s waterfront and the activities there, particularly the sailboats that paint a beautiful picture on the lake. River Hills residents come even closer, traveling back and forth through the front gate to the shops along Highway 49.
Many of us pass it daily on Highway 49, going to or coming from Charlotte, with a good view from Buster Boyd Bridge while crossing the lake.
It’s the YMCA of Greater Charlotte’s Camp Thunderbird. Well, perhaps it’s just hidden in plain sight. Camp Thunderbird’s Wet Wylie Water Slide starts from a 30-foot tower emptying riders into Lake Wylie.
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