II 2023 - FruitFULL summer! - Michigan Area United Methodist Camping

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Lake Michigan Camp & Retreat • Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center • Lake Huron Retreat Center
II 2023 - FruitFULL summer! - Michigan Area United Methodist Camping
2023 CHILDREN & YOUTH SUMMER CAMP EVENTS
                        Color Key:       Wesley Woods          Lake Michigan         Partner Programs

            WEEK          DATES              ELEMENTARY               MIDDLE SCHOOL               HIGH SCHOOL

               1       June 18-24                                                               High School Camp

               2     June 25-July 1       Elementary Camp          Middle School Camp           High School Camp

               3         July 5-7            Grand Camp                 Grand Camp                 Grand Camp

               4        July 9-15                                  Middle School Camp             Kayak Canada

                                             Elementary 1              Middle School          Kayak Pictured Rocks
               6       July 23-28
                                               Mini A/B                Sports Camp                (ends 7/29)

                                             Elementary 2              Middle School
                                               Mini A/B                 Arts Camp
               7      July 30-Aug 4
                                                                     Urban Methodist             Urban Methodist
                                                                       Youth Camp                  Youth Camp

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                                                                                                 Early Bird savings!

                                           REGISTER TODAY
                                                                                             Register by April 30 to save

                         umcamping.org        registrar@umcamping.org       989-534-6587
                       Need a paper form? Download from umcamping.org/2023 or call us!
                   Scan QR code with your camera to register online at umcamping.org/events

                          SCHOLARSHIPS & DONATIONS
If you need financial help, contact your local church. Additional funds may be available from Michigan Area United Methodist
Camping, contact the registrar: registrar@umcamping.org. Can you help? A $50 donation helps another camper attend. Adding
$100 to your payment reflects the true cost of camp. Adding $150 or more helps subsidize the overall cost of this ministry and keep
it affordable for everyone. Thank you!

                                                     ABOUT US
Michigan Area United Methodist Camping creates safe, welcoming, immersive programs for today’s children, youth and adults.
Campers and guests build community, connect with nature, and explore their relationship with God. We follow the traditions and
values of the United Methodist Church while respecting everyone’s beliefs. ALL are welcome!
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FRUITFULL FAITH
     Your summer will be FruitFULL when you spend it at camp! The 2023 summer theme is FruitFULL
     Faith: A Spirit-Filled Life. Life can be complicated and challenging but when you understand and
     grow into your God-given gifts (the fruit of the spirit), you are assured that you’re on the right track!
     As you make new friends and enjoy camp adventures, you will learn how to live a spirit-filled life!
     Plan now to fill your summer with fun at camp. Register by April 30 to receive $399 early bird pricing;
     $420 May 1 and beyond.

     Every camp includes outdoor fun, games, swimming, waterfront                          “Thank you so much for an amazing week.
     activities, crafts, devotions and age-appropriate Bible study/                        Your camp’s inclusivity and love is what keeps
                                                                                           bringing us back every year!”
     discussion, singing and praising God, and time to learn and grow
                                                                                           ~2022 Camper Parent on Facebook
     by trying new things. Trained staff and volunteers care for you
     and build a welcoming community where everyone belongs.
     Choose a camp based on the grade level you are going into in the fall of 2023.
     Specialty camps add specific activities; extra fees may apply.
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Wesley Woods
CAMP & RETREAT CENTER
269-721-8291 | info@wesleywoodsmi.org
1700 Clear Lake, Dowling, MI 49050
Located one hour SW of Lansing, 20 minutes NW of Battle Creek

It’s all good in the Woods! Build friendships, play games,
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swim in the pool, boat on the lake, enjoy crafts, archery,
worship and time to chill. Campers stay in cabins with
bunk beds, with two counselors and a nearby bathhouse.
We continue to renovate and update facilities for your
enjoyment.
                                                                                      Register Today at umcamping.org
                                                                                       $399 Early Bird - register by April 30,
                                                                                             $420 May 1 and beyond

Cost: $399/$420

High School Camp
Grades 10-13 | June 18-24

Middle School Camp
Grades 6-9 | July 9-15

Middle School Sports Camp
Grades 6-9 | July 23-28

Middle School Arts Camp
Grades 6-9 | July 30-Aug.4
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Elementary and Middle School Sports and Arts camps will
end on Friday. These camper families are invited to an
all-camp dinner and closing program Friday evening. This
allows families to enjoy the whole weekend together and
give staff a much needed break before the next group of
campers arrive on Sunday.

                            Mini Camps: $199/$220

                                     Elementary Camp 1
                                     Grades 3-6 | July 23-28
                                     Mini Grades 1-3
                                     Mini 1A: July 23-26
                                     Mini 1B:July 26-28

                                     Elementary Camp 2
                                     Grades 3-6 | July 30-Aug. 4
                                     Minis Grades 1-3
                                     Mini 2A: July 30-Aug. 2
                                     Mini 2B: Aug. 2-4
                                                                       Partner Programs
                                                                         Urban Methodist Youth Camp
                                                                         Grades 6-12 | July 30 - Aug. 4, 2023 Camp Michindoh
                                                                         (Hillsdale, MI)
                                                                         Led by Rev. Audrey Mangum, 912-432-3001
                                                                         United Methodist Urban Youth Alliance, Michigan
                                                                         Conference, invites youth to “Live Your Dream”
                                                                         and connect with God through prayer, devotions,
                                                                         conversations, nature, sports, and fun activities!
                                                                         Scholarships available.
                                                                         Register at umuya.org.
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Lake Michigan                                              Family Events
CAMP & RETREAT                                             Grand Camp - Wesley Woods
                                                           July 5-7
231-869-5627 | info@lakemichigancamp.org
5807 N Ridge Rd., Pentwater, MI 49449                      Grandkids and their grandparents enjoy a three-day
Located less than a half-hour south of Ludington,          adventure with camp games, crafts, music, swimming and
45 minutes north of Muskegon.                              worship. Grandparents serve as the cabin counselors for their
                                                           grandkids, and camp staff provide the program.
It’s great at the Lake! Youth Summer Camp takes over       Cost: $120/13 yrs - Adult, $50/4 - 12 yrs, FREE/3 yrs & under.
the campground for one week to enjoy the water, dunes
and explore God’s creation. Grow friendships, enjoy        Family Camp - Wesley Woods
camp activities like swimming, hiking the dunes, games,    1 - Memorial Day Weekend
crafts, fun and age-appropriate Bible study/discussion.    May 26-29
                                                           2 - Labor Day Weekend
Campers stay in bunk houses with a nearby bathhouse.
                                                           Sept. 1-4

Cost: $399/$420                                            Rent a cabin and bring the whole family to the Woods. Enjoy
                                                           your favorite camp activities like swimming, boating, archery,
High School Camp                                           ping pong and crafts. Spend time together in God’s great
Grades 9-12 | June 25-July 1                               outdoor sanctuary. No formal program. Bring your own linens
                                                           and food. Cabins sleep 12 people in 6 bunk beds and have
Middle School Camp                                         electricity, a picnic table and fire ring.
Grades 6-9 | June 25-July 1                                Cost: $250 / cabin for the weekend (Friday-Monday)

Elementary Camp                                            R&R Family Weekends - Lake Huron
Grades 3-5 | June 25-July 1                                810-327-6272 | info@lakehuronretreat.org
                                                           8794 Lakeshore Rd., Burtchville, MI 48059-1115
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Adventure Camps
                                                           May 27-29 and Sept. 2-4
                                                           Enjoy a holiday weekend at the lakeshore! Morning devotions,
                                                           evening campfires, outdoor recreation and personal reflection
Are you called to be adventurous? Explore the back-
                                                           time. Hotel-style rooms sleep 4. Cost includes lodging, six
country trails and waterways of Michigan or Canada.
                                                           meals (Saturday lunch through Monday breakfast).
Small-group adventure trips originate from Lake Michigan
                                                           Cost per person: $255 (Single), $205 (Double), $180 (Triple),
Camp & Retreat. Make new friends, gain outdoor skills,
                                                           $160 (Quad). $105 per child for children 12 yrs and under.
camp in tents, and grow closer to God.

Kayak Canada Cost: $499/$520
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Cross the border for a week of camping and kayaking
around the Canadian side of Lake Superior.
Grades 9-12 | July 9-15

Kayak Pictured Rocks Cost: $499/$520
Camp in the Upper Peninsula and kayak the scenic
Pictured Rocks along the shores of Lake Superior.
Grades 9-12 | July 23-29
                                                           Campground
                                                           Camping
                                                           AT LAKE MICHIGAN
                                                           RV/Tent/Cabin Campground open May 12-Oct. 15. Enjoy
                                                           this beautiful waterfront campground as a family or group.
                                                           Activities include swimming, kayaking, biking, hiking, disc
                                                           golf or explore nearby Pentwater or Silver Lake.
                                                           www.lakemichigancamp.org

                                                                             Scan QR code with your camera to
                                                                      register online at lakemichigancamp.org
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                            FRUITFULL FAITH

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                                                                                                                                   989-534-6587
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REGISTRATION FORM
Register online or use this form (one for each camper). Please print legibly and
                                                                                                                               YOUR FIRST CHOICE!

include payment. See the resources section of www.umcamping.org for policies,
rebate coupon, and forms to bring to camp. Churches helping pay for camp may                                Scan QR code with your camera to
request a sponsor code: registrar@umcamping.org.                                                            visit www.umcamping.org/events

CAMPER INFO:
First Name: _____________________________________ Last Name: __________________________________________
Nickname: ___________________________ Male:                                    Female:             Birth Date: ______________________________
Grade: ________________________________                          Name of Church you attend: ___________________________________
                (entering Fall 2023 - if applicable)                                                                        (if applicable)

Parent’s Name (if camper is a minor): _________________________________________________________________________
                                                                                                    (please print)
Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________
City: ______________________________________________________                                          State: _____________              Zip: __________
Home Phone: ___________________________________                                    Cell Phone: __________________________________________
E-Mail: ___________________________________________                                 Roommate Request: ________________________________

Signature of Parent/Guardian, or Adult camper: __________________________________________ Date: ___________

PLEASE REGISTER ME FOR:
LOCATION: (Check one)                        Lake Huron               Lake Michigan              Wesley Woods

EVENT:
1st Choice            Event Name: _________________________________________ Cost: $ _________
2nd Choice            Event Name: _________________________________________ Cost: $ _________

LAKE HURON HOUSING:                                    Single             Double       Triple       Commuter         Cost: $ _________

PAYMENT INFO:
        Visa                MasterCard                     Discover Card                        Check# __________                          Minimum Deposit is
                                                                                                                                          NON-REFUNDABLE
                                                                                                                                      Camper will not be registered
Card #: ___________________________________ Exp. Date: ____/_____ CVV Code:__________                                                without a minimum $75 deposit.
Cardholder’s Name:__________________________________________________________________
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Billing Address (if different from above):____________________________________________________                                                   and mail to:

City:_________________________________ State:_________________ Zip:____________________                                                             MAUMC,
                                                                                                                                                  PO BOX 134
Donation:__________ Sponsor Code:_____________ Amount You are Paying Today: $ __________                                                      St. Johns, MI 48879
               (optional)                               (if applicable)

QUESTIONS?
Refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page at umcamping.org/faqs or call 989-534-6587
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