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Youth, Family & Adult Camps 2010A few things you might like to knowPresbyterian Camps is accredited by the American Camping Association, licensed and inspected by the State of Michigan, and overseen by the Presbytery of Chicago. Our food is prepared on site with fresh vegetables, baked goods and fresh fruit under the leadership of Brad Fries, our Food Service Supervisor. Our location is a bit of paradise with the rolling waves of Lake Michigan, the soft sands of the shoreline dunes, the solitude of 130 acres of woods, and the artistic flare of Saugatuck. Our camp is a mission and ministry of the Presbytery of Chicago. Our staff is called to do ministry with integrity. Our shared mission with you is to "celebrate creation, renew the spirit, nurture faith, and build community, where all are welcome to grow in Christ." Camp VideosSummer CampWe will be accepting registrations for Summer Camp 2010 starting 2/20/10. The 2010 program is listed below as well as the grades campers must have completed to be eligible.
Quick Links to Other Information:Summer Day Camp at Presbyterian Camps includes 5-day sessions with two meals per day including breakfast and lunch. Fun-filed activities at Day Camp include climbing wall, archery, camp fires, games, nature walks, arts and crafts, swimming, canoeing and more! Day Camp Session I Day Camp Session II Day Camp Session III Presbyterian Camps, located in Saugatuck, next to Oval Beach If questions, call 269-857-3751. Mini Camp is an introductory camp for our youngest brothers and sisters. The staff vs. camper ratio will be lower as campers will enjoy four days of discovering God's creation on the shores of Lake Michigan. Campfires, arts and crafts, sand castles, swimming, and fun with new friends. Mini Camp I Mini Camp II Location: Camp Gray Discovery Camp features a week of programs for middle to upper elementary school age children. It’s a complete week at Camp, where you’ll discover a world of spirit-filled activity including swimming in Lake Michigan, canoeing, kayaking, archery, hiking, crafts projects, campfire skits and stories, plus a mix of outdoor and indoor games. Our Mission Council 8 Discovery Camp is staffed and run by parent volunteers with support from Presbyterian Camps summer staff. If you’re a 3rd to 5th grader, it’s a great time to get outdoors and get an opportunity to spend a full week building friendships, learning about nature, sharing and discovering all the good stuff in God’s creation.. Discovery Camp I Discovery Camp II Mission Council 8 Discovery Camp Location: Camp Gray This camp will include the addition of two trips of horseback riding along trails in the Allegan State Forest. It will also include all the activities available in Discovery Camps I and II. Discovery Camp with Horse Riding This camp offers a variety of sports and games, including softball, soccer, basketball, archery, volleyball, canoeing and kayaking. The emphasis will be on fun rather than competition and the camp will feature several off site 1/2 day trips to use local sports facilities. Sports & Games Discovery Camp This is a Christian Adventure Camp with lots of action. Be ready to kayak on Lake Michigan, canoe on the Kalamazoo River, work your way up our climbing wall, and try your skill on our ropes course. This camp will include an off site trip to use a high ropes course. Outdoor Adventure Camp with High Ropes The camp will include all the programs in Outdoor Adventure, plus two trips off site to ride the trails of Allegan State Park on horseback. Outdoor Adventure Camp with Horseback Riding
Outdoor Adventure Camp will include orienteering, outdoor cooking, kayaking, river canoeing, low ropes, swimming, campfires, and lots more. Outdoor Adventure Camp I Outdoor Adventure Camp II Location: Camp Kema NEW in 2010! This camp brings back two weeks of high adventure with a series of off-site day trips including a high ropes course, kayaks on the Kalamazoo River, and a canoe trip to Pine Trail Camp to use the zip line and pool. Two Week Grand Adventure Camp This leadership development camp offers a great opportunity to explore faith and make lifelong friends. Opportunities for adventure program on the low ropes course, beach volleyball, late night campfires and hikes, and swimming in Lake Michigan will highlight this camp. We'll also explore opportunities for Mission Work, including a Camp project. Senior High Leadership Camp Family CampFamily Camp is a wonderful time to enjoy camp as a family with a large variety of optional programs provided by the camp staff and volunteers. Come to swim, worship, sing at campfires, eat great meals, boat on the lake and river, work on crafts, and much more. Family Camp Weekend Family Camp Week Family Camp Long Weekend Summer's End Family Camp Weekend Location: Westminster Woods How You Can HelpThe Friends of Presbyterian Camps donate funds, time, and prayer to support this ministry. To sign up please contact the camp. Memorial Scholarship - to assist those in need to experience camps or retreat programs Twenty First Century - to support the maintenance of facilities for our camp's second century of operation. Camper Scholarship Fund - assist those in need to experience summer camp Program Endowment - to support the programming at camp that bring our guest and staff closer to God Work Weekend Materials - to provide materials for the larger projects accomplished at our work weekend camps If you'd like to be contacted regarding any of these opportunities, please call us at Camp at (269) 857-3751 or send your donation to: Presbyterian Camps How To Register
Registration FormDownload and print our summer registration form Cancellation Policy - Refunds (minus deposit) will be granted with two weeks written notice prior to the scheduled camp. Confirmation - Confirmation will be sent in writing or e-mailed upon receiving the registration with deposit. Session spots are filled on first come first served basis. A waiting list will be activated once a camp reaches capacity. An informational packet will be mailed prior to your camping session. Scholarship Information/Financial Aid - Scholarships are available on an as needed basis. Call 1-800-728-1164 to request an application. Or, click here for the Scholarship Policy (PDF) and click here for the Scholarship Request Form (Word doc). Cabin Pal Request - We will attempt to accommodate cabin pal requests. Cabin pals must request each other on the registration form or on the on-line registration form. Campers are usually divided into cabins/tents by age. If cabin pals are not the same age, the older cabin pal will be moved to the younger age cabin/tent. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||