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The Great Camp Mather Curtain Project

2/4/2026

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Curtains for Camp

For most of us, Camp Mather’s unhurried pace and simple amenities are the whole point. But let’s face it: there are times when bare cabins and cold floors can be a little too… rustic.

That’s why, among the many contributions made by Friends of Camp Mather over the years, one of our most enduring, hands-on efforts has been to improve campers’ comfort by supplying new curtains for every cabin. The curtains donated by FoCM and our volunteers provide privacy and help keep cabins cooler during hot summer days.

You may have heard volunteers mention them at Camp. But did you know that every curtain is hand-sewn by FoCM volunteers using donated supplies? 

We Want You!

The Camp Mather curtain replacement project for Summer 2026 is now in full swing. Can you help? Sewers of all ages welcome—only modest sewing skill is required.

The work is all simple straight-stitch seams and pressing. You need just a basic sewing machine and an iron. We will provide the fabric (already cut to size), thread, easy instructions, and a sample to follow. 

Currently, about 25 cabins are in need of new curtains, and each cabin requires approximately 6–8 panels. Whether you have time to sew just a few or many, every curtain helps.

This year’s sewing must be completed by early May, so that curtains can be installed before Camp opens the first week of June.. Let’s see how many we can knock off!

Please Volunteer Today!

I’ll repeat: we’re talking really simple straight-stitch sewing. Every single curtain will help improve campers’ experience this summer. It’s an easy and fun way to support Camp and build connection with the Camp Mather community.

Contact curtain project coordinator Linda Litehiser today to get involved.
Email linda.litehi (at) gmail.com or text 415-516-9224
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Now Hiring for Summer 2025 at Camp Mather General Store!

1/28/2025

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The Camp Mather General Store manager is recruiting candidates who'd like to serve as store clerks during the Summer 2025 camp season.

Role Overview

Duties include customer service, cashiering, record keeping, inventory tasks from ordering to display, soda fountain tasks, cleaning including janitorial, store opening/closing, and other duties as assigned while maintaining a safe work environment.

Store Clerk positions are seasonal May 15 through mid- September, non-exempt full time (30-40 hrs. a week). The shifts may be up to 6 days a week, day, night, holidays, and weekends. Compensation starts at $22/hour with free room and board at Camp.

Please see the attached job description and application form for full details.

To Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume, and completed application form attached below to Claudia Reinhart, General Store Manager at [email protected] with a CC to [email protected]. We plan to conduct interviews with candidates in early March. We will accept applications until all roles are filled.
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camp_mather_general_store_job_application_2025.pdf
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​About Camp Mather General Store

Camp Mather General Store is located on-site at Camp Mather at the intersection of Evergreen Road and Hetch Hetchy Road, a one-hour drive to Yosemite Valley. The store stocks a variety of food, drinks, and sundry items the guests and staff may need at camp, as well as serving tourists staying nearby or passing through on their way to Hetch Hetchy. The General Store has a large deck and an active soda fountain featuring ice cream cones, milkshakes, floats, and many other treats.

Store Is Operated by Friends of Camp Mather

​Camp Mather General Store is operated by the Friends of Camp Mather, a 501(c)3 non-profit. Its mission is to support the programs and the environment of Camp Mather; all profits go back into camp. The Friends of Camp Mather is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Camp Mather Summer 2025 T-Shirt Design Contest

1/28/2025

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A big shout-out to artists and aspiring designers who’d like help Friends of Camp Mather imagine the annual Camp Mather commemorative and collectible t-shirt design!

  • Do you have a creative idea for a t-shirt design inspired by Camp Mather?
  • Would you like to see your great design worn by hundreds of campers?
  • Does the idea of your design accented with a bit of camp dirt or splashed with colorful tie-dye fill you with joy?
  • Is the chance to win $100 and a free t-shirt the icing on the cake?

If your answer is yes, we want to see your design!

Please email your design by February 28, 2025 to [email protected] for consideration.

Some technical nitty-gritty: Designs must be submitted as a high-quality digital image file, such as an Illustrator, EPS, SVG, or other vector format file. Also, remember that your design will need to be silk-screened onto a colored t-shirt, so clear, bold lines work best. Shading and color make images more difficult to use. 

All proceeds from the shirt sales will benefit Friends of Camp Mather. We can’t wait to see your design!
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Now Hiring for Summer 2024 at Camp Mather General Store!

1/21/2024

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The Camp Mather General Store manager is recruiting candidates who'd like to serve as store clerks during the Summer 2024 camp season.

Role Overview

Duties include customer service, cashiering, record keeping, inventory tasks from ordering to display, soda fountain tasks, cleaning including janitorial, store opening/closing, and other duties as assigned while maintaining a safe work environment.

Store Clerk positions are seasonal May 15 through mid- September, non-exempt full time (30-40 hrs. a week). The shifts may be up to 6 days a week, day, night, holidays, and weekends. Compensation starts at $18/hour with free room and board at Camp.

Please see the attached job description and application form for full details.

To Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume, and completed application form attached below to Claudia Reinhart, General Store Manager at [email protected] with a CC to [email protected]. We plan to conduct interviews with candidates in early March. We will accept applications until all roles are filled.
camp_mather_general_store_clerk_job_description_2024.pdf
File Size: 69 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

camp_mather_general_store_job_application_2024.pdf
File Size: 128 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File


​About Camp Mather General Store


Camp Mather General Store is located on-site at Camp Mather at the intersection of Evergreen Road and Hetch Hetchy Road, a one-hour drive to Yosemite Valley. The store stocks a variety of food, drinks, and sundry items the guests and staff may need at camp, as well as serving tourists staying nearby or passing through on their way to Hetch Hetchy. The General Store has a large deck and an active soda fountain featuring ice cream cones, milkshakes, floats, and many other treats.

Store Is Operated by Friends of Camp Mather

​Camp Mather General Store is operated by the Friends of Camp Mather, a 501(c)3 non-profit. Its mission is to support the programs and the environment of Camp Mather; all profits go back into camp. The Friends of Camp Mather is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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