What Happened at MYNA Winter Camp? (Week 1 Recap)

During the past week, the first week of MYNA’s comeback to in-person camps took place as the Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, and South Central regions held their camps in Maryland, Florida, and Texas, respectively. Across the country, MYNA camps are famous for bringing Muslim youth together and building relationships that last through thoughtful lectures and fun activities. After the pause caused by COVID-19, it’s safe to say the in-person camps have hit the ground running as if they never left.

The week of MYNA camp is packed with activities and games that bring out the competitive side of people with fun sprinkled in.

Some of these activities included archery, zip-lining, dodgeball, and bubble soccer. The variety of activities appealing to the different types of people who come to MYNA camps adds yet another reason why the weeklong events are loved by all. Along with the fun, MYNA made sure to include knowledge through lectures from the likes of Dr. Furhana Yusuf and Mufti Sultan. A few of the topics covered included the history of the great Muslim empires and the intentions behind one’s actions. Whew, MYNA camps really do it all.

What did the people attending think of the camps?

Fresh out of camp, our South Atlantic Chair Jehaen Ali remarked that the lessons “were so needed and was a good reminder to everyone attending camp.” She also extended her social boundaries, adding that “most of the people who attended were new faces to me and i'm happy to say...our friendships will last a long time inshaAllah.” Our South Central REC Secretary, Jasmine Wani, also had some insight. She stated that camp “definitely made a lasting impact and gave me a new perspective towards life and strengthened my deen, along with making lifelong friendships.” It really does seem like MYNA generally improves a person, whether it is meeting new people or making them a better Muslim.

WEEK 2 OF CAMP IS UP NEXT!

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