Best Michigan Overnight Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: It was designed, built and is managed to help you best enjoy the Most Beautiful Place in America.

On its west are miles of sandy beaches on which you can walk for hours. The resort's beaches are soothing by day, spectacular at sunset, remarkably romantic on starry nights. To its east is Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, the area chosen by the viewers of ABC’s Good Morning America as “The Most Beautiful Place in America.”

Within the resort, neighborhoods separated by nature provide a wide range of high-quality accommodations. Some are perfect for couples, some for families, and some for groups. All are beautiful. There are shops, restaurants, and recreational facilities. There are places for weddings, receuptions, reunions, and meetings. All of them are staffed by caring and attentive professionals.

You could be pampered at the spa or salon, sit by a pool, play a round of golf or hike in the National Lakeshore. Or, you could teach your kids to swim, play tennis or golf, ski or snowboard.

Simply said, you decide how you want to spend your time in the Most Beautiful Place in America. We take care of the rest.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Edward (Ned) Hallowell, M.D., is a child and adult psychiatrist, a NY Times bestselling author, a world-renowned speaker and a leading authority in the field of ADHD. He is a graduate of Harvard College and Tulane Medical School, and the founder of The Hallowell Centers in Boston MetroWest, New York City, San Francisco and Seattle. He was a Harvard Medical School faculty member for 21 years and now devotes his full professional attention to his clinical practice, lectures, and the writing of books. He has authored 20 books on various psychological topics, including ADHD, the power of human connection, the childhood roots of adult happiness, how to help your people SHINE, forgiveness, managing worry and managing excessive busyness.

He is also the host of “Distraction,” a weekly podcast series that explores why we are driven to distraction and how each of us can implement coping strategies that can turn modern problems into new-found strengths. Since 2006, the Dr. Hallowell’s ADHD Family Summer Camp has been helping parents and youth ages 8-18 Unwrap the Gifts of ADHD. The dates for 2017 are July 17-21. Register at Our Camp Website Link: www.HallowellSummerCamp.com.

Learn more at Our Camp Website Link: www.drhallowell.com, follow him on Facebook, Twitter, linkedIN, Pinterest and Youtube, and sign up for his free monthly e-newsletter by texting drhallowell to 22828.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 17 - 21, 2017

CAMP FACILITIES: The Hope Soccer Camp uses the outstanding facilities at Hope College. Both camps use the state-of-the-art athletic facilities on Fairbanks avenue in Holland, MI (Our Camp Website Link: www.hope.edu). Residential campers live in Hope College residence halls and dine in Hope's dining hall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Hope Soccer Elite Camp is the premier residential soccer camp in Michigan. Over 800 campers (ages 10-18) attend the Hope Soccer Elite Camp each summer. Campers and parents choose the Hope Soccer Camp because it offers outstanding coaching, great facilities, and a fun, competitive environment. The Hope Soccer Elite Camp is truly a unique sports camp experience and one you don't want to miss.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.hopesoccercamp.com for enrollment information.

Day Camps:
June 15-19, 2014 (ages 6-14)
$175 full-day / $90 half-day

June 22-25, 2014 (ages 6-14)
$175 full-day / $90 half-day

Elite Camps:
July 5-9, 2014 (ages 11-18)
$520 residential / $420 commuter

July 12-16, 2013 (ages 11-18)
$520 residential / $420 commuter

CAMP FACILITIES: Rustic cabins, great food, and sunsets on the lake

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Programs focus on fun, faith and fellowship. Open to everyone with solid foundation of Christian faith

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial scholarships available as neede

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-round retreats. Family camps and campground when summer camp not in session

OTHER CAMP INFO: Lake Michigan Camp and Retreat is one of 9 camps owned by the Michigan Area United Methodist Camping organization

CAMP FACILITIES: With four facilities to choose from, we have the right place for your retreat, outdoor education experience, band camp, sports practice camp, family reunion, leadership training…the list goes on! We offer accommodations for up to 80 people year-round and any of our camps can sleep close to, if not more than 200 people from early spring to late fall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Ozanam and Camp Stapleton are owned and operated by St. Vincent de Paul, an independent Catholic lay organization, which responds to the needs of the poor of all creeds and ethnic backgrounds. Since 1923, thanks to our volunteers and donor support, our camping program has allowed over 100,000 disadvantaged youngsters the opportunity to enjoy a fully funded camping experience along the shores of Lake Huron.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Ozanam has 34 Acres to explore and use for your next event. Cabins available for rent include electricity, water, modern toilets, and showers. Guests can fish and swim on-site, as well as enjoy our volleyball court, ball fields, and nature trails. Fully catered food service is available in our dining hall.

CAMP FACILITIES: St. Francis Camp on the Lake provides campers with personalized programs that promote personal growth and emotional and physical well-being. St. Francis Camp on the Lake’s 36-acre site includes 195 feet of waterfront located on the shores of Goose Lake, sandy beach, rustic woods, developed nature trails, sports area, adventure course and two beautiful cedar lodges where campers and counselors are housed.

St. Francis Camp on the Lake is the premier camping facility for those with special needs. We provide week long summer camp programs which are aimed at inspiring individual campers to be potent, loving, contributing human beings. Our specially designed programs truly empower the individual camper.

Activities include: swimming, boating and tubing on Goose Lake; arts & crafts; sports; leisure activities; waterslide; trampoline; nature crafts and education.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: St. Francis Camp on the Lake provides residential and day camps to children and adults with developmental disabilities. Separate one-week camp sessions begin in June and run through August with a maximum of 35 campers per week. We maintain a 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio.

St. Francis Camp on the Lake offers a personalized camping experience to meet the individual needs and interests of each camper. To ensure the emotional and physical well-being of the campers we serve, our staff is specially trained to meet each camper's behavioral, medical and dietary needs. Specialty dietary services and 1:1 care are available, please contact the camp for more information.

St. Francis Camp on the Lake offers individualized attention to our campers’ medical conditions. Each staff member is trained in CPR, First-Aid, AED use, diabetic care, seizure response and camper direct care. We have a Health Officer on site 24 hours a day and an office and infirmary equipped to handle basic medical needs. The camp’s physician is on call 24 hour a day in case of a medical emergency.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: St. Francis Camp on the Lake provides 1 week CIT programs throughout the summer. Our CITs represent a wide range of individuals who include past and current campers, local high school students, and volunteers from the community. CITs receive a stipend for the week and assist with program facilitation, activity planning, and other camp related tasks. All CITS are required to complete a ca-mper application and have a clear criminal background check if over the age of 18. For more information, please -contact the Camp Director at 517-688-9212 or campadmin[AT]saintfranciscamp.org.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need-based Camperships are available. Please call or email to request a campership application form.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Day Camp: $250
June 16-19 8:00 am-3:00 pm Daily

Residential Camp: $495
Week 1: June 15-20
Week 2: June 22-27 (Youth Week: Campers under 17)
Week 3: June 29-July 4
Week 4: July 6-11
Week 5: July 13-18
Week 6: July 20-25
Week 7: July 27-August 1
Week 8: August 3–8
Week 9: August 10-15

For complete information, please visit our website or call (517) 688-9212.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
St. Francis Camp on the Lake takes pride in recruiting the highest quality of staff members. In order to provide the best camper care and quality programs, St. Francis Camp on the Lake searches out individuals with a unique blend of compassion, selflessness, flexibility, creativity and the desire to live and play together in dignity, respect and love.

There are many opportunities available to work at St. Francis Camp on the Lake including Health Officer, Assistant Director, Cabin Counselors, Lifeguards, Cooks, and Culinary Aides. Although many of our staff are students in the education and human service fields, experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is not required.

For more information on staff positions and how to join our summer camp staff please call the Camp Director at (517) 688-9212.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 7 cabins, 1 main dining hall lodge, half mile of lake front, a large sports field, outdoor horseback riding arena, basketball court, arts and crafts cabin and drama cabin.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We have many camp programs including archery, drama, arts and crafts, horse back riding, swimming, canoeing, team building, nature, and sports and recreation. Our staff are trained in their specific area and are ready for fun.

We offer many unique, fun and memorable programs that allow children freedom to learn and grow and explore the world around them. Each session features and creative theme with many fun and exciting activities intertwined. Kids have a chance to enjoy Swimming, Great Food, Archery, Arts and Crafts, Drama, Canoeing, Memories, Nature Exploration, Horseback Riding, Sports, Games, Campfire, Singing, Water Trampoline, Friends and so much more!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have Counselors in Training (CITs) as a part of our staff. C.I.T.'s spend time with counselors and other staff members to observe how camp programming works and gain valuable experience. This job shadowing program ranges from living in the cabin with the counselor and campers and sharing meals with the cabin group to assisting in activities.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarship funding and discounts may be available to those who qualify. Please visit our website for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: 4-H Camp Kidwell has served as a meeting place for families, churches, and various other groups for over 20 years. Hosting a number of family reunions, friendship gatherings, and church outings each year. Our facilities are available for use year round and can be set up to meet the needs of many different events and activities.

We also have a team building program to help any type of group from work teams, classes and youth groups Each activity is designed to help your group work together to solve problems to achieve the desired end results. Our Ground Initiatives will enhance your group’s problem solving skills while being close to the ground. The 40’ Climbing Tower is a test of an individual’s will as well as a test of trust. Each member will scale the wall with the assistance of the other members of your group. The high ropes course will encourage your group to work together to overcome the fears that reside within all of us. It is an individual activity that requires participation and involvement from everyone on the team.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weekly themes add fun and excitement to each week. Campers always have the opportunity to participate in our core activities of swimming, archery, drama, teambuilding, crafts, canoeing, horses and recreation games but the theme enhances these activities and make each week unique, fun and memorable. You can find more information about specific sessions online.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Email us at campkidwell[AT]btc-bci.com for further jobs information.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located on Upper Silver Lake and have an overall capacity of over 300 people.

We have indoor and outdoor facilities for all seasons and serve groups all year long.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Grace Adventures is a year-round Christian organization in northwest Michigan working to strengthen spiritual, personal, and professional relationships for students, adults, and families through training, retreats and camps.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer summer servant leadership camps for high school students ages 14-17.

Campers are taught principles of Biblical servant leadership and are able to put those into practice through service weeks where they help our summer camps run.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer camper scholarships on a needs basis. Please apply at graceadventures.org or call our office.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Dunes Harbor Family Camp is our Christian family campground next to the Silver Lake Sand Dunes.

We offer family camping experiences where families can get away together and create new memories. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.dunesharbor.org to reserve your campsite or for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We run year-round retreats for schools, churches, businesses, and families. Please visit graceadventures.org for more information and pricing to bring your group to Grace Adventures.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We run many different programs for students, adults, churches, and schools all year long. Please visit graceadventures.org for more information on programs, dates, and pricing.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire seasonal staff every summer to help run our summer camp program on our Main Campus, Paradise Ranch, and Dunes Harbor Family Camp.

Interested people may apply online at Our Camp Website Link: graceadventures.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In Person and Virtual Camp - for students all across the U.S. and other parts of the world.

6 exciting tracks to choose from:

Foundation: Data Science
Master: AI Model building with code
Full Immersion: AI Model and Research
Design Thinking and AI
AI in Business and Entrepreneurship
Beginner: AI with low code/ no code
STEAM in AI Students have the opportunity to work on exciting AI Projects across Industries, Domains and Careers mentored by AI/ ML Engineers and Data Scientists from the Industry.

Exciting News!! STEAM in AI Intensive is coming to Santa Clara University in the Bay Area this Summer. Get a taste of Silicon Valley, Learn AI and do Research. Check out the Commuter and Residential Programs.

STEAM in AI is Developed by former Stanford and UC Berkeley Adjunct Professor, MIT Mentor $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, Data and AI Ethics thought leader from Silicon Valley, Generative AI Ethics Keynote Speaker for the U.S. Military and the California Department of Education.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Students may apply for a need based scholarship. Scholarship is based on a lot of factors including availability of funds. Application does not guarantee a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a student living in the U.S., must have a copy of the most recent U.S. IRS Tax Return. Preference will be given to student recommendations by Partner Schools. Our Nonprofit DataEthics4All 501(c)(3) EIN 85-3148963 provides need based Scholarships to Students to participate in the STEAM in AI Program based on the availability of funds.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Start a STEAM in AI Chapter to find all year round opportunities for students to learn artificial intelligence and ethics, leadership and volunteering. Volunteers can even accrue those hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Learn More: Our Camp Website Link: steaminai.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Website: Our Camp Website Link: STEAMinAI.org for complete information

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:

For 28 years, PGC Basketball has been the worldwide leader in teaching players how to think the game, be a leader, and run the show.

We believe every player deserves to know how to unlock their potential. We believe every player deserves to discover how to be a leader on and off the court. And, we believe every player deserves to know how to use the game to propel themselves to success in life.

At PGC Basketball, we’re a team of passionate teachers of the game who won’t stop at anything in our quest to inspire and equip dedicated players and coaches everywhere.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Since 2012, PGC has provided more than $500,000 in financial assistance. Each year, we do our best to assist as many families as possible.

Scholarship applications begin each spring for summer sessions at: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website to learn about our summer overnight basketball camps, our skills academy camps for youth players, and our fall weekend camps.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our PGC staff are remarkable individuals with a passion to learn, grow, and impact others. There are three ways to get involved: be a volunteer coach, join our paid summer staff, or join our year-round team.

Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have beautiful modern lodges with air conditioning, indoor restrooms and spacious bunk rooms. We have a beautiful lake and swimming area, and two large Gaga Ball pits!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer camperships upon request and need.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See our website for complete session, dates and fee information.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Merrowvista facility includes beloved older structures as well as many newly constructed facilities, such as bathrooms, camper cabins, eating lodge, and our indoor adventure center. Younger campers live in cabins with electricity in the center of camp, while older campers live in more rustic cabins in the woods.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers 8-13 build their day around activities ranging from sports, windsurfing, sailing, woodworking, performing arts, nature, arts and much more! Campers 14-17 challenge themselves on 4-21 day wilderness adventure trips - bicycle touring, canoeing, and backpacking throughout New England and Canada.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Applicants for our Leader in Training program must be 18 years old or just graduating from high school.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need based scholarships available

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Groups visit Merrowvista year-round as part of our Community and School Programs to learn leadership and teamwork skills, and experience the outdoors.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ayf.com or e-mail merrowvistacamps[AT]ayf.com to request dates, tuition rates, and program availability.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
E-mail merrowvistacamps[AT]ayf.com for more information about summer positions.

CAMP FACILITIES: Facilities and accommodations vary from trip to trip.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Road Less Traveled as an organization was founded by Jim and Donna Stein in 1991, and has been successfully running safe, exciting, life-changing trips for teens ever since. Both Jim and Donna are still the current directors, and are integrally involved in every single aspect of the company. In the summer, they are on call 24/7, available both to parents as well as to our leaders in the field.

We are an ACA accredited organization with an impeccable track record. We believe in the process of accreditation. It allows us to compare our standards to other professionals in the industry. Our accreditation allows us to follow specific standards related to leader screening including use of application forms, reference checks, personal interviews, work history review, and background checks.

Many years ago, we were the first company serving young adults to require that all leaders have a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) medical certification. WFR training is far more advanced than standard first aid or wilderness first aid. In addition to this certification, we carry extensive first aid kits on all of our programs that include antibiotics and epinephrine. Contents, protocols, and standing orders are reviewed and updated every year by our Medical Director who is an MD.

Since our inception, RLT has been on the cutting edge of technological advances in communication. We began carrying Iridium satellite phones on all of our programs as soon as they were available. Today we continue to carry the latest in emergency communication systems. According to geographic location, programs are equipped with satellite phones, ground-to-air radios, and/or cellular phones providing the possibility of 24-hour access to medical help in case of emergency.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer many need-based scholarships and financial aid packages. Visit Geography of Hope's website to learn more: Our Camp Website Link: www.geographyofhope.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer Gap Year, custom trips as well as family programs in the winter, spring, and at the end of the summer. Please contact us at 773-342-5200 with any questions.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Flights, travel arrangements, and other trip-specific information is available on our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our Program Chart to see all trips, dates, and prices: Our Camp Website Link: www.theroadlesstraveled.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Trip Leader/Co-Leader

Travel domestically and/or internationally with a group of high-school and/or middle-school students, monitoring and facilitating community service, language/cultural immersion, and/or wilderness adventure trips

Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree or in the process of completing a degree. Equivalent experience working with teenagers in related field will be considered if not currently enrolled in school
• Experience Previous program leader experience working with and or teaching young people age ranging in age between 12-19. Knowledge of and experience with group dynamics, teaching or facilitating groups, supervision of meal planning, food preparation and cooking, managing logistics. Ability to teach program specific skills, environmental awareness, and related scientific, cultural, and historical knowledge pertaining to the regions through which you will travel and their relationship to each other.
• Strong Physical Condition
• Current CPR for the professional rescuer
• Current Wilderness First Responder, WEMT or EMT certification
• Current Red Cross lifeguard or Swiftwater rescue certifications preferred but not mandatory
• Current unrestricted valid drivers license with no major convictions during the previous three year period; driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving, hit and run, homicide or assault with a motor vehicle, drag racing, operating a motor vehicle without the owner's consent, license suspended or revoked within the previous three year period for accidents and or moving violations. Driving record should reflect no more than three moving violations and/or chargeable accidents during the previous three years

• For Adventure Programs: Knowledge of three or more wilderness travel methods. Whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, international trekking, biking, backpacking, technical rock or ice climbing and mountaineering. Mandatory requirements for adventure trips include: the ability to lead groups of students on backpacking trips of three to eight days, ability to comfortably lead through remote wilderness areas. This includes, but is not limited to, backpacking preparations, backcountry travel, route finding, campsite selection, equipment maintenance, Leave No Trace camping techniques in desert and alpine terrain and proper protocol in dense bear country.

All leaders must possess the ability to make prudent decisions in adverse conditions. International Service Learning and Language Immersion Programs: Leaders and must be highly proficient or fluent in the spoken language of the program country (Spanish, etc.) and have extensive experience with community service, international travel, managing multiple responsibilities abroad, experience and/or living abroad, cultural immersion. Knowledge of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Trekking, Surfing, and Snorkeling

• International Service learning and Language Exposure Programs: Leaders to have extensive experience with community service, international travel, managing multiple responsibilities abroad, experience and/or living abroad, cultural immersion. Knowledge of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Trekking, Surfing, Snorkeling

• Service Learning Programs: Leaders to have extensive experience with community service, experience managing multiple responsibilities, construction experience preferred. Knowledge of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Rock Climbing, Hiking, PADI Scuba certified
• Ability and experience supervising co-instructors and participants
• Valid Passport
• Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicle
• Ability to communicate and work with teenagers and co-instructors, and provide necessary instruction
• Ability to creatively schedule programs, facilities, and co-instructors
• Ability to observe participant behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self -control
• Ability to follow written procedures as outlined in the leader-training manual
• Ability to support program philosophy and implement procedures
• Ability to work long hours
• Ability and experience in facilitating groups

Specific Responsibilities/Job Description
1. Plan, coordinate and execute daily activities and trip logistics
2. Monitor co-instructor and participant assignments for the day
3. Monitor groups and supervise co-instructors' responsibilities
4. Act as a positive role model for participants
5. Responsible for the relationships with general public, people of the land, and subcontractors
6. Monitor ongoing safety and provide education for co-instructor and participants
7. Supervise the health and safety of the participants and environment
8. Together with co-instructor and participant, plan and execute the evening program
9. Identify and address inappropriate behavior with participant or with other co-instructor, for actions that put health and safety of a participant at risk
10. Together with co-instructor, plan and implement evening program as needed
11. Management of financials and accounting including monitoring of expenditures, record keeping, advances, bookkeeping and end of trip summary of information
12. Management of gear, vehicles, inventory, storage, documentation and end of trip summary information
13. Evaluate co-instructor and perform reviews and summer end evaluations
14. Evaluate program and current season and make suggestions for following season

Dates of Employment
June through August seasonally - recommend early application.

Remuneration
Salary is commensurate with experience/certifications/qualifications. Your salary with The Road Less Traveled includes all food, lodging and transportation from the beginning through close of your trip. We also offer pro-deals on outdoor equipment from a variety of well-known manufacturers.

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED
Laura Dunmire-Director
2331 N Elston Court
Chicago, IL 60614
employment[AT]theroadlesstraveled.com

Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.theroadlesstraveled.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Participants live in a U-M residence/dining hall which is walking distance from the School of Music, Theatre & Dance. Students take classes, rehearse and perform in our state of the art facilities and enjoy a taste of campus life.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MPulse Performing Arts Institutes

Explore the U-M School of Music, Theatre & Dance experience through intensive study in music performance, music technology, musical theatre, theatre, or dance. One- through four-week sessions include private lessons, masterclasses, and performances.

Students from around the globe study with distinguished University of Michigan faculty, alumni, and special guests while experiencing campus life in Ann Arbor. MPulse is an all-inclusive residential program. Students live in University residence halls and study and perform in School of Music, Theatre & Dance facilities.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Merit and need-based financial aid available

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: smtd.umich.edu

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Quality Soccer Fields & Ice Cold Water Also, for our residential campers we will have Air-Conditioned rooms

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We only accept serious players with previous competitive soccer experience. Every year talented players attend our camps and challenge each other to the limit, growing in skill and experience. A number of our campers have experienced training trials with professional clubs in Holland. Our programs are designed to help players achieve their maximum potential through progressive exercises that are individually challenging, as well as appropriate to the age and ability of each player.

We fly in our coaches directly from the Netherlands. They are not merely coaches: they are also teachers. Many of our coaches have graduated from a four- year CIOS College. At the Central Institution of Sports, coaches not only received their coaching licenses from the global leader in soccer development: KNVB (Royal Dutch Soccer Federation) but also learn how to work with, encourage and incentivize young athletes. Every camp group will have the same Dutch coach for the entire week. Our coaches will get to know each of the players in their group and can coach them individually, assessing their needs and improving the specific areas best for them.

For more information i.e. camp location, camp dates, camp philosophy, visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.dutchsoccerschool.com or email us at info[AT]dutchsoccerschool.com with any questions or concerns regarding your player.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
To find the location and date of the camp most convenient for you, visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.dutchsoccerschool.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 3 cabins each with 4-5 different bunk rooms. We also have a chapel, a multipurpose building, 3 cottages, a dining hall, and quarters for the camp director and nurse.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are ACA accredited and do comprehensive training for all of our staff, along with recuring training before each session.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Please contact Michael Dirksen at mdirksen[AT]cascadechristian.com to apply to be a CIT.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have a significant amount of Scholarships available. Please contact Michael Dirksen at mdirksen[AT]cascadechristian.com to apply.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have two family camp sessions, one is an extended weekend and the other is a traditional full week. Check our website for the latest information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check our website for the latest information.
Our Camp Website Link: www.crystalconferencecenter.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Lifeguard, cooks assistant

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wego is fully committed to developing life and social skills for individuals with special needs ages 14 and up. We believe that our travel trips are a great way to experience independence, improve social skills, and increase self-esteem in a secure, safe and also an exciting environment. Our primary goals are to help travelers build self-esteem, develop better social skills and self-expression, make and maintain friendships, improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and sensory integration.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Wego travels year around.

OTHER CAMP INFO: No Financial aid offered.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Most trips cost $1000 and up

For complete info visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwego.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have modern cabins with bathrooms and showers inside. Other facilities include a heated swimming pool, recreation lodges, 8 tennis courts, 4 basketball courts, a fitness studio, culinary arts studio, recording studio, and a beautiful sand bottom lake

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Featured in Family Life Magazine as "One of Ten Recommended Camps in America". Founded in 1935, we have been the home away from home for boys and girls ages 6-15 for 80 years and counting! We customize a program for each camper based on his or her interests. Campers are able to specialize in an activity of their choosing as well. Campers may attend a 2, 4 or 8 week session.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp is 6 days of fun-filled activities for you and your entire family. Spend quality time with your family participating in activities that you enjoy most such as water skiing, golf, tennis, climbing and much more! Each night we have a different evening program from Top Chef Contests to Family Bowling night.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates and fees, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.Lwcgwc.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are offered at top-rated, professionally equipped sports training facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sports are FUN, but they are more fun when you get better! Our professional, passionate, and positive coaches will help your child become a better player and a more inspired athlete. Camp provides the perfect opportunity to improve skills, make new friends, laugh hard, and smile a lot. Our Mission is to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement while consistently exceeding the expectations of our customers!

During the summer of 2014 more than 70,000 US and international campers attended a US Sports Camps program. US Sports Camps currently offers 24 programs in 15 different sports.

Our summer sports camps include: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Multi-Sport, Rugby, Running, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, Ultimate, Volleyball, Waterpolo, and Yoga. We also offer several International sports camps around the world. Our sports camps continue to grow thanks to an outstanding community of Camp Directors and the dedication of the entire USSC staff. We expect 2015, our 41st year in business, to be our best year ever. We look forward to seeing you at camp!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Many of our sports camps offer sessions and special weekend clinics year-round. Please contact us for details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information regarding summer camp sessions and fees, please visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Each camp director is responsible for hiring their own staff and typically hire in late winter and early spring. If you are interested in applying for a position, please email the appropriate sport mailbox at Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com and we will forward on your information to any director looking for additional staff.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our philosophy is based around designing inclusive social groups that allow for participants to express themselves and have a say in the experience. Participants will set the schedule, control the route, and are given the freedom to develop their own games and activities while on our programs.

Participants will sleep in tents (excepting sailing programs, where accommodations are typically on the boats themselves). Participants will typically travel daily, learning to prepare their own meals on fires and camp stoves, setting up their own schedules, learning outdoor skills (survival skills, map and compass, etc...), and learning about group dynamics.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Crystalaire has been offering alternative outdoor adventure education experiences for almost a century. Our staff are highly trained, and will have lifeguarding and wilderness medicine certifications as well as prior experience. We believe in creating playful and inclusive trips in wild places that offer meaningful experiences for all participants. We consider each trip to be a "microsociety," and give our participants the chance to weigh in and decide how they want that "microsociety" to function, how they want people to be treated, and how they want group decisions to be made.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: 16 and 17 year old campers are welcome to join us on our Cojourn, a 3-week outdoor leadership intensive that focuses on our group management and social dynamics curriculum. More information can be found online.

18 - 21 year old applicants can join our Apprenticeship program for a 4-6 week intensive training in outdoor leadership. This is a paid internship.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We provide scholarships based on your own assessment of your need. Let us know what help you need, we'll believe you and will do what we can to meet it.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camps can be created using the Choose Your Own Adventure option.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We plan trips year round, and are willing to work with you to plan a trip during a spring break, fall break, weekend, or other time of year. We also offer after school programs, can contribute to classroom curriculum or field trips, or can offer training and certifications throughout the year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Trips vary widely, ranging from 2-days to 3-weeks. For a complete set of programs, go to Our Camp Website Link: www.crystalaireadventures.com

2015 trips include backpacking (2 days, 5 days, 2 weeks, 3 weeks), canoeing (2 weeks), community service (2 weeks), and sailing (1 week).

We also offer a "Choose Your Own Adventure" program, where groups of kids (or adults!) work with us to plan a trip specific to their needs.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are currently accepting jobs for outdoor adventure guides. More information can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.crystalaireadventures.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Bair Lake has modern cabins with A/C, gymnasium, great open playing fields, a 200 acre lake, Adventure Course, tons of activities, an an outdoor pool.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Bair Lake is an all around camp program, introducing our camper to new experiences, people and spiritual issues. We believe that people matter the most and will invest in your child. Many of our staff have a long history with Bair Lake and are chosen base on their love of camp and people. All are interviewed, references checked and pass security clearances.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A training week begins our summer. A 5 year program, it is a Christian discipleship program, with a service component. Upon successful completion campers may return to serve.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available at Bair Lake. Contact the office for an application. information[AT]blbc.com

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): One week Family Camp offered the 4th of July week, and a long weekend over Labor Day. We will do all the cleaning, cooking and provide great entertainment/activities so you can spend time with your kids!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year around programs include Winter Retreats for youth, a fall women's retreat and spring Men's. Rental opportunities are also available at Bair Lake.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check out Our Camp Website Link: www.blbc.com for full listing of camps and dates.

CAMP FACILITIES: 11 waterfront cabins; beautiful waterfront dining hall; 2 bathhouse facilities; log cabin craft cabin; waterfront outdoor chapel; outdoor basketball and tennis courts; sand volleyball court; nature cabin; low ropes course; high ropes course with zip line; lighthouse climbing wall; Adventure Village containing three yurt lodgings in the trees; pristine lake for swimming and sailing.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For every consecutive summer since 1925, Camp Westminster on Higgins Lake in northern Michigan has been offering a solid summer camp program with a rich history of diversity, openness to change and adaptation, and the greatest memories a camper could have! We offer one and two week, overnight summer programs for boys and girls ages 7 to 17. Day camp is also available to those who live nearby or may be vacationing in the area July 21-25.

First time away from home? Our First Timers session is perfect for first-time campers. Caring and experienced counselors provide a safe, fun, and welcoming environment. Sailing, swimming, fishing, hiking, archery, high ropes, low ropes, Bible Quest, silly songs, and wacky games are just some of the activities your child will enjoy, all on the shores of beautiful Higgins Lake. They can even climb to the top of the lighthouse climbing wall! Themed sessions are available for campers who are interested in sailing, music and drama, rock climbing, cooking, or sports.

Feeling adventurous? With the guidance of our trained and experienced staff, your child can spend a week backpacking through South Manitou Island, or Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore; or they can climb real rock during an expedition to Devil's Lake State Park in Wisconsin.

Campers with food sensitivities and allergies are encouraged to register for Free to Be, a worry-free week of camp designed for children with gluten and casein intolerances.

No matter which session you choose, you and your child are sure to love the Camp Westminster experience. Just look at what other parents have to say! "Camp Westminster provides an unparalleled experience of a traditional camp merged with spiritual underpinnings, all in one of the most beautiful settings imaginable."

Register online at Our Camp Website Link: www.campwestminster.com for an unforgettable camp experience.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LifeWorks Leadership Development Program: Are you ready for a rewarding summer that combines fun, faith, and self discovery? LifeWorks is designed with you in mind! In the whirlwind of college applications, resumes, and interviews, more and more people are realizing the importance of standing out! Colleges are looking for individuals who engage in extramural activities, community service, and unique experiences.

The LifeWorks program promotes personal growth and self discovery through hands-on activities and experiential learning. More info: Our Camp Website Link: www.campwestminster.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camperships available. Please contact the camp office.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp Westminster’s Family Camp was created over 50 years ago to give families time together, away from the hectic pace of everyday life. Family Camp and Family Mission Camp are available. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwestminster.com for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Westminster is the perfect place for a getaway! We welcome retreat groups and conferences year-round. More info: Our Camp Website Link: www.campwestminster.com.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Like us on Facebook! Visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com Read the camp blog at: Our Camp Website Link: www.campwestminster.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
One and two week sessions are available throughout the summer beginning mid-June and ending mid-August. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwestminster.com for the complete summer schedule and registration information. Early bird discounts are available for early registration.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For more information on applying for a summer staff position, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwestminster.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Swimming pool with slide. Waterfront for canoeing/kayaking, etc. Sports fields and courts. Playground. Indoor and outdoor chapels. Gaga ball, paint ball, go karts, mountain boarding.

Adult Retreat Center
17 rooms w/two beds each, plus 6 roll-aways
Total of 40 beds
Conference room
Kitchenette
Laundry facilities.
Daisy/Trillium Lodge
8 bunk beds plus 1 single bed in each in 2 rooms
Total 34 beds
Main Lodge
11 bunk beds
Total 22 beds in one room
Cabins
14 cabins with 5-6 bunk beds per cabin
total of 10-12 beds per cabin)

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Make new friends at youth summer camps for elementary through high school. You’ll love our fun, creative outdoor activities while growing closer to God through high energy worship, exciting programs and living in community.

Summer Camp: We welcome you to experience God’s love through summer camp for children, teens, families and grandparents. You’ll be pumped up through high-energy worship, creative and unique programs, and our beautiful outdoor setting.

Outdoor Fun and Adventure: From our swimming pool with slide to our kayaks, canoes and paddle boards, water-lovers have a grand time! Our go-karts, paint ball and mountain boarding give the high-adventure types lots to do! Fire bowl, chapel and scenic views help every day become more sacred and each guest grow closer to God through Jesus Christ.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Contact your local church first for scholarships. Some aid is available from Michigan Area United Methodist Camping.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Come share in awesome camp activities and make memories as a family before school starts back up. Great for parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, to introduce your special family members to church camp! If you have questions please contact the Camp Registrar at 989-227-1989.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Facilities are available for private rental. Fall scrapbooking retreat. Winter Blast for Middle School, High School and elementary students.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Lots of options for elementary, middle and high school students. Our Camp Website Link: umcamping.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Contact the director, for seasonal openings.
wesleywoodscampdirector[AT]umcamping.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers work out at one of two Olympic-Caliber facilities. Indoors, they train at the Biermann Center- which boasts the World’s Widest Indoor 200m Track and the same Mondo surface that was used in the 2012 London Olympic Games. Outdoors, they train at the Herrick Track- which features the same Mondo surface that was used in the 2000 Sydney/2004 Athens Olympic Games.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Director Andrew Towne is in his 6th year as Head Coach of the Hillsdale College Track & Field/Cross Country programs. During this time, he has lead the women to 5 NCAA podium finishes and the 2015-16 Div II Program-of-the-Year award.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the camp webpage for additional information
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com

CAMP FACILITIES: HFCC houses campers in Cabins or tents within short walking distance to one of 3 bathhouses. Other facilities include a swimming pool, dining hall, rec hall, craft cabin, health center and our camp store which we call the "Tuck Shop." We also have a corral and riding ring, low-ropes course, archery and rifle ranges.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer day camp, girls only camp weeks, a boys only camp week, horse camp, leadership programs, and a wilderness canoe trip. Please see our website for more information.
We are accredited by the American Camping Association, and are members of the Association of Cedarbrook Camps.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a 2 season CILT(Camper in Leadership Training) for teenage girls and BUILT(Boys Under Intense Leadership Training) for teenage boys.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camperships available online

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We are offering a Father Daughter weekend and a Family Camp Weekend in 2018.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our summer camp weeks are posted on our website under Summer Programs and 2018 Dates and Rates. You may register online.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Available Camp Jobs:
Business Manager
Photo/video Manager
Tuck Shop Manager
Activity Specialist
Pool Manager
Staff-Kid Manager
Program Assistant
Activity Staff
Head Counselor
Counselor
TE Counselor
Cook
Health Officer
Lifeguard

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 66 beds in heated cabins (great for winter camps), 20 beds in unheated cabins. We are located on Eagle Lake for wonderful water activities. Recreation/dining hall, and bathrooms with 4 showers each for boys and girls.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our staff attends team building and other educational programs to help teach the children.
Each staff member is CPR certified.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have CIT and LIT programs.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have numerous scholarships available. Visit our web to register.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Memorial Day Breakfast and Supper
Annual Golf outing
Halloween Festival
Festival of Trees
Winter Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our camps start on June 26 and run weekly thru August 19, 2016.

Each week has a special theme and activities, visit our website to register for the camp of your choice.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are hiring for our summer camps. Please visit our web page at Our Camp Website Link: www.campkidwell.org or email us at campkidwell[AT]btc-bci.com

CAMP FACILITIES: With four facilities to choose from, we have the right place for your retreat, outdoor education experience, band camp, sports practice camp, family reunion, leadership training…the list goes on! We offer accommodations for up to 80 people year-round and any of our camps can sleep close to, if not more than 200 people from early spring to late fall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Ozanam and Camp Stapleton are owned and operated by St. Vincent de Paul, an independent Catholic lay organization, which responds to the needs of the poor of all creeds and ethnic backgrounds. Since 1923, thanks to our volunteers and donor support, our camping program has allowed over 100,000 disadvantaged youngsters the opportunity to enjoy a fully funded camping experience along the shores of Lake Huron.

The St. Vincent de Paul camping program provides the benefits of summer camp in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere where youth are introduced to different cultures and are inspired by the gospel of Jesus Christ.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Stapleton boasts 20 Acres of beach-front along scenic and pristine Lake Huron. The camp includes 8 cabins available for rent with electricity, water, modern toilets, and showers as well as a private rental home. Renters can swim on site, fish in Lake Huron, and enjoy use of our ball fields and volleyball field. A catered meal plan is available and served in our modern dining hall.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 18 cabins on a small lake in the middle of the state forest. Riding stables, 20 site RV park.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Vist camplivingwaters.org for more information.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: camplivingwaters.org