Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–12 · $1,375/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–12

Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12))

Boyne City, MI · $1,375/week · ★ 4.9 (72 reviews)

A family-focused overnight camp on Walloon Lake, operated by the University of Michigan Alumni Association.

▌ Editor's read Camp Michigania is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp is operated by the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan, suggesting a strong institutional backing and a 'university' owner type. It boasts over 60 years of operation, demonstrating significant experience in running summer programs. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5 for children's programs, and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp offers a wide range of activities including waterfront, arts and crafts, and sports, catering to various interests.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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University programRun by an academic institution
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Who thrives here Ages 7–12

Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–12
  • Address: 3006 Camp Sherwood Rd, Boyne City, MI 49712
  • Phone: (231) 582-9400
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Each application requires a $350 deposit. Additional fee based on unit: 1-bedroom unit: $150, 2-bedroom unit: $300.

↗ What parents like

  • All-inclusive experience
  • Private cabin accommodations

↘ Watch for

  • Requires alumni membership
  • Lottery-based application

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12))

What ages does Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) accept?
Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) is open to children ages 7–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) cost?
Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) publishes $1,375/week for the standard session. Each application requires a $350 deposit. Additional fee based on unit: 1-bedroom unit: $150, 2-bedroom unit: $300. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) accredited?
Yes — Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12))?
Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) is operated by a university program, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Boyne City?
Camp Michigania - Jul 13-17 (Child (7-12)) is one of 35 overnight/sleepaway camps in Boyne City that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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