Wings of America

NEWCOMB CAMP 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Our time in Newcomb was another great stop on this summer's camp tour!

Over two days, youth from the community joined us for running, fitness activities, team games, and making it another memorable camp with Wings of America.

This camp also marked the conclusion of our summer partnership with the Navajo Nation Department of Health. We are incredibly grateful for their support and collaboration throughout the summer. Their partnership helped us bring Running & Fitness Camps to communities across the Navajo Nation and provided countless opportunities for Native youth to stay active, build confidence, and connect with one another.

Thank you to everyone in Newcomb for welcoming us into your community, and thank you to the Navajo Nation Department of Health for helping make this summer possible. We look forward to continuing our summer camp season and finishing strong!

Good Medicine 5K Community Run Walk
Sunday, August 16th
Generously hosted by the Wheelwright Museum
704 Camino Lejo Santa Fe, NM 87505

7:45am- Onsite (Free) Registration
8:15am- Warm-ups by Than Povi Martinez
8:30am- Run/Walk Start
9:00qm- Post-movement refreshments by Native Boba Tea w/ race swag on luscious JUNGMAVEN tees w/ V RARE offerings by 4Kinship sprinkled in!

Don’t miss this opportunity to and close out Indian Market weekend in celebration of health and movement with the entire fam!

Register online for free today: https://forms.gle/ptEeVRUr52KLekzK7

Note: 5K course is a mix of dirt/sand trails with frequent grade changes and the occasional rock. Sorry- but this is not a stroller friendly course. So- bring a pack pack, if you plan to tote your little one.

GANADO CAMP @ GANADO HIGH SCHOOL 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Our time in Ganado was another unforgettable stop on this summer's camp tour!

Over two days, youth from the community joined us for running, fitness activities, team games, and creating an encouraging and energetic environment for everyone involved.

We were also honored to welcome Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren back for another visit. During his time at camp, he joined in the fun by racing a few of our campers—and even some of our facilitators!

The visit also included a special recognition for two of our friends of Wings, Hosava Kretzmann and Ford Washburn, who were presented with Certificates of Recognition and Pendleton blankets for being outstanding role models and for their continued dedication to Native youth.

Thank you to Ganado High School, our community partners, and everyone who helped make this camp such a success. We always enjoy our time in Ganado and look forward to seeing you again next summer!

SAN FELIPE PUEBLO CAMP 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Our East Team spent two great days in San Felipe Pueblo for another Wings Running & Fitness Camp!

Camp was held outside on the soccer field, and while the summer heat was definitely with us, it didn't stop our participants or facilitators from staying active, encouraging one another, and having a great time.

A heartfelt thank you to San Felipe Pueblo and the Health & Wellness Department for welcoming Wings of America into your community and helping make this camp possible. We truly appreciate your partnership and hospitality, and we look forward to coming back in the future!

CHINLE CAMP @ CHINLE HIGH SCHOOL 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Our time in Chinle is always one of the highlights of the summer.

This year's camp was one of our largest, with an incredible turnout from the community. Chinle is home to several of our current and former Wings facilitators, so coming back each year truly feels like coming home. We're always grateful for the warm welcome and support from the community.

We were also honored to welcome Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren back for another visit. During his time at camp, he presented every one of our Summer Facilitators with a Certificate of Recognition in appreciation of their hard work, leadership, and dedication to serving Native youth throughout the summer.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, supported our camp, and helped make these two days such a success. We can't wait to be back in Chinle again!

Meet our 2026 Summer Facilitator, Ronelle!

Ronelle is the youngest member of our 2026 summer facilitator team, and this is her first summer with Wings! She is from Crownpoint, New Mexico, and will be a junior at Crownpoint High School this fall. Throughout her first summer, Ronelle has discovered the importance of perspective and is passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where every camper feels encouraged to grow and believe in themselves.

Thank you for bringing your enthusiasm, kindness, and positive energy to Wings this summer, Ronelle! We're excited to see all that you'll continue to accomplish.

Sunday, August 16th. 8:30am

GOOD MEDICINE 5K RUN/WALK

Join Wings and 4Kinship at the Wheelwright Museum for our annual celebration of movement to round out Indian Market weekend.

Squad up and come enjoy a mostly-dirt course that spirals through the arroyo south of museum hill. All ages and paces are welcome and REGISTRATION IS FREE.

https://forms.gle/4jUK6m2L5Jr8xexDA

After the run/walk enjoy refreshments and shop limited-edition event apparel! There will be many one-of-a-kind pieces to defy the “race tee” uniformity we’re used to. Huge thanks to JUNGMAVEN for sending us some high-quality hemp/cotton blend tees to put print our designs on! Don’t miss out on this chance to scoop up some of the first threads embellished with the new Wings logos and icons, designed by the talented artist Jaque Fragua.

Meet our 2026 Summer Facilitator, Chris!

This is Chris' first summer with Wings! He is from Chinle, Arizona, and will be attending Haskell Indian Nations University in the fall studying Exercise Science. Chris is passionate about encouraging young people to make the most of every opportunity, develop healthy habits, and work toward goals they can be proud of.

Thanks for being part of the Wings team, Chris!

TOHATCHI CAMP @ TOHATCHI HIGH SCHOOL 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Our time in Tohatchi was one we'll never forget.

Youth from the community spent two days participating in running, fitness activities, leadership lessons, and team games, making this another great stop on our summer camp journey.

We were also honored to welcome Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren to camp. During his visit, he recognized several individuals for their inspiring commitment to Native youth, health, wellness, and the power of running.

Head Facilitator, Glendale Allen, who has dedicated nine years to Wings of America, received a Presidential Recognition alongside our longtime friend and Tohatchi High School Head Cross Country Coach, Dion John, Youth Development Program Coordinator, Esther Beck, for their unwavering commitment to inspiring Native youth through running and strengthening communities for future generations.

Our Chief Visionary Officer, Dustin Martin, was also honored with a Pendleton blanket in recognition of his years of leadership and service to Wings of America.

Thank you to the Tohatchi community for welcoming us once again. We are grateful to everyone who continues to support our mission of empowering Native youth through running.

Meet our 2026 Summer Facilitator, Brady!

This is Brady's second summer with Wings! He is from Los Lunas, New Mexico, and will be a senior at Los Lunas High School this fall. Brady enjoys sharing Native running history with campers and hopes they leave camp with a strong sense of community, knowing that staying active can open doors to new opportunities.

Thanks for being part of the Wings team, Brady!