Merriwood sets out to establish an environment for young girls ages 8-15 where they will experience a strong atmosphere of support. Through a structured program of instructional activities and a creative elective program, girls gain the confidence to develop risk-taking skills in the unknown or untried.

Janet and Gordon Miller became involved with the long established Camp

Moosilauke in 1938. Ten years later Mom Miller had the foresight to begin a camp for girls, starting Merriwood in 1949. Thirty-two girls enjoyed that first year. Since those days, Merriwood has grown under directors/owners Judy and Gary Miller and their children, to the present size of 135. The site remains the same but many expanded facilities have enhanced our instructional program of sports and the arts.

As directors/owners of Camp Merriwood, Gary and Judy are fortunate to have their children assuming an active role as third generation directors. Gary has retired from Horace Mann School in New York City after serving the school for twenty-seven years in numerous positions, most recently as Director of Admissions. Judy, a former educator, is involved in the daily life of camp. Daughter Susan has taught for twenty years in private schools grades 1-5. Son Mark is a very visible presence during the summer along with being our own resident “Tim the Tool Man. In the winter he lives in Park City, Utah, where he owns an antique ski business. Another son Greg works in New York City as a financial advisor and spends as much time as possible assisting in many ways.