Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+))
Camp Michigania offers a family-oriented summer camp experience on Walloon Lake, providing a variety of recreational...
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Michigania loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their summer camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association, with their accreditation expiring in 2025, indicating a commitment to industry standards. Google reviews for Camp Michigania show an impressive average rating of 4.8 stars based on 209 reviews, with common themes highlighting the beautiful location, variety of activities, and family-friendly atmosphere. The camp is owned and operated by the University of Michigan Alumni Association, making it a university-owned entity. The website states that Camp Michigania has been operating for over 50 years, demonstrating a long-standing tradition. While the site mentions staff, it does not explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio or details about background checks. The program is clearly an overnight camp, offering a range of activities from waterfront sports to arts and crafts. Social media handles found include @umichalumni for Instagram and 'michigania' for Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 18–21
Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1976 (50 years)
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 18–21
- Address: 3006 Camp Sherwood Rd, Boyne City, MI 49712
- Phone: (231) 582-9571
- 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 1- and 2-bedroom units
↘ Watch for
- Requires Alumni Association membership
- Lottery system for application
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+))
- What ages does Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) accept?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) is open to children ages 18–21. 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 - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) cost?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) publishes $1,825/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 - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) accredited?
- Yes — Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) 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 - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+))?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) 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 - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) 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 - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Boyne City?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Adult (18+)) 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.
Planning guides
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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
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