Something good we made

Camp Get-A-Way

Location: New York

About the Project

Camp Get-A-Way, a nonprofit camp in upstate New York, has been fulfilling their mission for over 20 years—sharing traditional camping experiences with children navigating mental, emotional, or behavioral health challenges. When they came to us, their work was already exceptional, but their leadership recognized they were reaching the limits of word-of-mouth marketing.

What initially seemed like a simple logo refresh quickly revealed itself as something deeper. The old logo—a sun and moon divided by a heart—offered warmth but lacked a distinctly camp-like feel. More importantly, to people who hadn’t visited the camp before, the brand as a whole wasn’t communicating the heart of what makes it so special.
How do you pack decades of meaningful camp experiences into a brand that resonates instantly with hesitant parents and anxious first-time campers?
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On-site branded signage
We realized that rebranding a nonprofit like Camp Get-A-Way meant starting at the center—understanding that parents aren't just signing up for s'mores, they're signing up for community support.

The new logo preserves soft, rounded edges while showcasing a campsite surrounded by the pines that campers might encounter. We incorporated the establishment year so parents would instantly recognize the organization's history of thoughtful service. The wordmark uses a lightly off-kilter sans serif to evoke the playful spirit of young campers.

But the real strategy emerged in our messaging: emphasizing that camp is for everyone, while highlighting the unique community of families who visit. We wanted parents to understand they were joining others just like them, supported by trained and certified staff who balance expertise with genuine care.


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On-site branded signage
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tablet mockup of Camp Get-A-Way website
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Brand icons & images
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on-site branded signage
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Branded lanyards & tokens
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Brand photography

Our Approach

We built an SEO-optimized website that interpreted the camp's heart through language and imagery that resonates with families. We prioritized photos highlighting one simple truth: camp is fun! For first-time campers facing the overwhelming prospect of leaving home, this visual reassurance was crucial.

Behind the scenes, we streamlined communications by replacing complicated paper forms with branded, HIPAA-compliant registration and medical forms accessible through the website. This approachability defines the Camp Get-A-Way brand—the balance between expertise and familiarity.

Our partnership extended beyond the initial rebrand. Years later, the Board engaged us for ongoing communications through a retainer in which we managed marketing and development tasks. We created email campaigns that felt as warm as the camp itself and designed easily editable Canva templates for staff use.

Through these small, intentional steps toward the heart of their organization, Camp Get-A-Way's mission finally had a voice that matched its impact—transforming word-of-mouth limitations into accessible, genuine connections with the families they serve.

"The team at Amenable listens to all of my ideas and makes suggestions that I never even thought of! This collaboration always makes me feel heard and supported, is fun, and yields a better project in the end!"
Ken Tangel
Board President
Camp Get-A-Way
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social media campaign mockups
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Mockup of Camp Get-A-Way website
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branded tablecloth
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Branded cornhole boards
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Brand typefaces
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After
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Logo, before & after
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Full brand color palette
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ON-SITE BRAND PHOTOGRAPHY
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Camp Get-A-Way logo breakdown
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