History
The camp, a family business, was founded in 1934 by "Uncle" Vernon and "Aunt" Mag Hilliard, who wanted to provide their daughter, Peggy, and other area youth a summer retreat. Eventually Peggy took over operation of the camp along with her husband, Bill Rotzler. Today Camp Fern is owned and operated by Margaret Rotzler Lee, the granddaughter of the founders. It is still run on Christian principles, with respect for all faiths.
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