The Mechanicsburg Lions Club proudly and actively supports Pennsylvania Lions Beacon Lodge Camp, a specialized summer camp and retreat center serving children, adults, and veterans with disabilities since 1948. Located on 583 beautiful acres along the Juniata River near Mount Union, PA, the camp’s mission is to provide individuals with special needs the opportunity to enjoy camping experiences that promote recreation, education, and personal growth.
For more information about Beacon Lodge, please visit their web site: https://beaconlodge.org/
Recent Activities
The Pennsylvania Lions Appreciation Day
The Pennsylvania Lions Appreciation Day (PLAD) was held at the PA Lions Beacon Lodge Camp in Mount Union, PA. on July 19th. This event is held yearly and open to all Pennsylvania Lions and their families. The day is filled with events such as a scavenger hunt, trivia, basket raffle, a camp tour, chicken BBQ, and the Great Duck Race.
A performance is also put on by campers to show their appreciation to Lions for their continued support. Five members of our club attended this year- Patti & Mike Clark, Steve & Danielle Harriman and Jeff Woodward.
Work Weekend
Six dedicated Lions from the Mechanicsburg Lions Club on April 11th headed into the mountains for a rewarding day of service at Beacon Lodge, helping get the grounds ready for an exciting summer camp season. Beacon Lodge hosts meaningful summer programs for both children and veterans, and our Lions were proud to play a part in preparing the space for these special experiences.
The team took on ground cleanup duties, raking and clearing leaves and twigs around the children’s lodges and several adult cabins. Not ones to stop at the minimum, these hardworking Lions went above and beyond—freshening up additional upper-level buildings and even tackling the bowling and shuffleboard areas. By the end of the day, they had filled an impressive 50 construction-sized bags with debris, helping transform the camp into a welcoming environment for its upcoming guests.
Their efforts were matched with warm hospitality, as volunteers enjoyed a hearty and delicious lunch together. After a full day of teamwork, fresh mountain air, and giving back, it’s safe to say these six Lions returned home tired—but deeply satisfied—and slept very well that night in their own dens!
