New Docks & Courts in the Works

Thanks to the generosity of the camp community, Kabeyun is moving forward with two major capital projects funded by the Second Century Campaign: rebuilding all of camp’s docks and courts for racket sports.

Demolition and construction are scheduled to begin just after Labor Day 2026, with the goal of completing both projects before campers arrive in June 2027.

“Our priority is ensuring there’s no disruption to the summer experience while preserving much of the look and feel of the current facilities,” said Doug Latham, a Porter Foundation trustee and leader of the ad hoc committee guiding the projects.

While the docks will be rebuilt both above and below the waterline, the overall waterfront layout will remain unchanged and feel familiar to returning campers and alumni. Planned updates include subtle but meaningful improvements, such as adding a non-slip surface to the center crib, which can become slick during play swims, and enhancing storage for the swim staff.

Similarly, the aging clay tennis courts will be replaced with asphalt, while remaining in their current locations near the Wildcats and the archery range. This transition to a durable, low-maintenance surface will increase court availability, reduce weather-related downtime, and provide a more consistent setting for instruction. In addition to tennis, two of the courts will be lined for pickleball and two for badminton, expanding opportunities for campers to explore different racket sports.

Rebuilding the docks and courts is Kabeyun’s largest capital investment in more than half a century and reflects an extraordinary commitment from the camp community. More than 350 individuals, families, and organizations contributed $1.8 million to the Second Century Campaign to support these projects and other long-term priorities.

Several alumni are also contributing their expertise. As members of the ad hoc committee, Marshall Bronfin, Charlie Entwistle, Brandt Ricker, and trustee Alex Arensberg are working closely with Doug and Ken Robbins to solicit and evaluate proposals, vet vendors, and make detailed recommendations to the board of trustees.

“We asked for help from the community and are grateful that a group of knowledgeable and dedicated people stepped forward,” Doug said. “They’re conscientious and thorough, and together we’ll make sure these improvements serve campers well for decades to come.”