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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–12

Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (Child (7-12))

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

Camp Michigania offers a family-oriented summer camp experience on Walloon Lake, providing a wide range of...

▌ Editor's read Camp Michigania is an overnight family camp operated by the University of Michigan Alumni Association, celebrating over 50 years of operation. It is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, ensuring adherence to industry standards for safety and program quality. The camp offers a diverse range of activities including archery, arts and crafts, sailing, kayaking, and nature programs, catering to all age groups from toddlers to adults. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly stated, the camp emphasizes a family-focused environment. Google reviews for Camp Michigania generally reflect a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.8 stars based on over 200 reviews, frequently praising the beautiful location, variety of activities, and friendly staff. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campmichigania and a Facebook page 'campmichigania'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 197650+ 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 6-10 (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
1976 (50 years)
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–12
  • Address: 3006 Camp Sherwood Rd, Boyne City, MI 49712
  • Phone: (231) 582-9371
  • 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

  • Lottery system for registration
  • Membership required to apply

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (Child (7-12))

What ages does Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (Child (7-12)) accept?
Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (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 6-10 (Child (7-12)) cost?
Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (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 6-10 (Child (7-12)) accredited?
Yes — Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (Child (7-12)) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 50 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 6-10 (Child (7-12))?
Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (Child (7-12)) is operated by a university program, with 50 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 6-10 (Child (7-12)) provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (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 6-10 (Child (7-12)) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Boyne City?
Camp Michigania - Jul 6-10 (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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