Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 11–13 · $1,815/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 11–13

Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week)

Shelby, MI · $1,815/week

A one-week overnight camp for grades 6-8 with a focus on community and personal growth.

▌ Editor's read The Camp Miniwanca website loads successfully and details the Seeker program for campers aged 8-10. The American Youth Foundation (AYF), which operates Camp Miniwanca, is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid until 2025. The camp's Michigan state license number is CC820000201. The AYF was founded in 1925 by William H. Danforth, indicating nearly a century of operation as a nonprofit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. Google reviews for Camp Miniwanca average 4.8 stars from 155 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and independence. The camp offers an overnight program and focuses on a holistic approach to youth development.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1011925+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 11–13

Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
101 (1925 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 11–13
  • Address: 8845 W Garfield Rd, Shelby, MI 49455
  • Phone: (231) 861-2262
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: One week session. Three week session available for $5,125.

1 session (1 one-week), from Jun 28 to Jul 4.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session A, One Week Jun 28 – Jul 4, 2026 · 1 week · $1,815

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on personal growth
  • Structured and free time

↘ Watch for

  • Limited session length

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week)

What ages does Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) accept?
Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) is open to children ages 11–13. 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 Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) cost?
Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) publishes $1,815/week for the standard session. One week session. Three week session available for $5,125. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) accredited?
Yes — Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1925 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 Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week)?
Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1925 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 Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) 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 Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Shelby?
Camp Miniwanca - Seeker (Session A, One Week) is one of 16 overnight/sleepaway camps in Shelby 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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