Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Child (7-12))
Camp Michigania offers a family-focused overnight camp experience on Walloon Lake, providing a variety of...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Michigania website loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their summer camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through August 15, 2025, ensuring adherence to recognized safety and quality standards. The website states that Camp Michigania has been operating for 70 years, having opened in 1954. It is owned and operated by the University of Michigan Alumni Association, classifying it as a university-owned camp. The program type is overnight, catering to families with a wide range of activities. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly listed, the camp emphasizes a family-oriented experience. Google reviews for 'Camp Michigania' show an average rating of 4.8 stars from 208 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the beautiful location, diverse activities, and family-friendly atmosphere. Social media handles found on the site include @umichalumni for Instagram and 'michiganalumni' for Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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University programRun by an academic institution
Who thrives here Ages 7–12
Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (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
- 1956 (70 years)
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
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 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 (Child (7-12))
- What ages does Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Child (7-12)) accept?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (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 - Jun 22-26 (Child (7-12)) cost?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (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 - Jun 22-26 (Child (7-12)) accredited?
- Yes — Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Child (7-12)) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 (Child (7-12))?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (Child (7-12)) is operated by a university program, with 70 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 (Child (7-12)) provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (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 - Jun 22-26 (Child (7-12)) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Boyne City?
- Camp Michigania - Jun 22-26 (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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