MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck, IGHL Present “A Celebration in Lights”

Dec. 9, 2010 - PRLog -- (Center Moriches, NY) — Members of Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck and Independent Group Home Living (IGHL) are available to discuss the inaugural holiday event, “A Celebration in Lights.”

The event was well-received during its inaugural weekend. On December 3-5, several hundred cars drove through the campgrounds of Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck and families admired the spectacular light show — the only holiday light show on eastern Long Island.

Proceeds from this special holiday event benefit Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck and IGHL, two non-profit organizations dedicated to providing programs for special-needs children and adults.

** NOTE TO EDITORS: Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck staff will be available in the early morning hours on December 9-10 for television reporters who wish to do a preview of the event. **

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About Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck
Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck was created by members of the Moriches Rotary Club in 1946. Located on the shores of Kaler's Pond on eastern Long Island, Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck is funded entirely by donations and is a special place where children with physical and developmental disabilities can experience first hand the pleasures that an active life has to offer. Children participate in a wide range of activities especially designed for youngsters who are in wheelchairs as well as those who are ambulatory. These activities include swimming, boating, arts and crafts, petting zoo, talent shows, cook-outs, games and a Carnival Day. The program also provides educational activities in areas such as nature, arts, fire safety and communication skills.