There is a great, big, scary world out there. With today's economy in the shape it's in, the Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts has decided to close Bement Camp and Conference Center, located in Charlton, MA.
One possible option regarding the future of the Camp has been the sale of the camp to an aligned non-profit group comprised of Bement alumni and other friends of Bement. This web site will serve as the central hub and outpost of that effort.
Our mission statement is:
"We, the Bement Alumni Association, in order to continue fulfilling Mary Bement's legacy created by her bequest, and in grateful appreciation for the impact that Bement Camp and Conference Center has had in so many lives, will endeavor to create in Bement Camp and Conference Center a spiritually rich environment where all individuals can explore their faith in God, enjoy and learn from His creation, experience His love in a safe and nurturing space; and to ensure a stable future for Bement, its attendees and alumni."
We are a Federal 501(C)3 Nonprofit Corporation working to preserve Bement. At present, the organization is represented by the following board members:
| Member | Years at Bement | Committees |
| President – Peter Climo | 1968 - 1977 | |
| Vice President/Treasurer – Chris Newell-Loyko |
1968 - 1979 1993 - 1998 |
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| Clerk – Karen Haynes-Dvareckas | 1969-1973, 1998 | Membership |
| Asst- Treasurer - Carolyn Johnson | 1969 -1980 | Membership |
| Crystal Lee Chisum Zimmer | 1993 - 2006 | |
| Justin Varteresian | 2001 | |
| David DeSantis | 1967-1977 | Fundraising, Membership |
| Bob Johnston | 1968-70, '74-76 | Fundraising, Membership |
| Iain Fisher | 1998 - 2008 | |
| Warren Huber | 1990 - 2000 | inactive |
All are welcome to attend our meetings, the details of which will be posted on this web site.
We have a Facebook group dedicated to this effort as well, which is available to join, and many good discussions take place there.
| Attachment | Size |
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| Bement Bylaws 10-16-09.PDF | 112.71 KB |
