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Families looking for a unique setting for their child's summer camp need look no further than the MSU Extension Tollgate Farm and Education Center.
This working farm, which boasts 11 sheep, eight goats, four horses, sits on 160 acres in Novi, Michigan. Tollgate camp provides youth ages 6-19 the opportunity...
Families looking for a variety of day camp opportunities can find them at the Franklin Athletic Club. Located in Southfield, the Franklin Athletic Club has been offering camps for kids of all ages for more than three decades.
"Most of our camps are super flexible," says Lori Allmacher, program director...
Since 1915, YMCA Camp Copneconic Ñ located on 700 acres in Fenton Ñ has provided campers as young as age 4 enriching summer experiences and memories that last a lifetime.
Through those positive camp experiences, children can foster new relationships, learn new skills and even embark on a bit of...
Caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and inclusion Ñ these five core values are integrated into everything kids do during summer camp at YMCA Camp Ohiyesa.
"We want to teach youth life skills, to help them grow in independence and to set them up for success⦠starting with an adventurous, healthy childhood,"...
Camp:
When school's out, camp's on at BHC! Our state-licensed day camps are not only convenient for busy parents, they are fun for your kids! Our school break camps are safe, supervised, and filled with activities like games, sports, swimming, crafts and more.
Summer Camps (members and nonmembers): Summer is so...
Camp Tanuga is deeply committed to the philosophy of a traditional camping experience. Exploring the outdoors, making new friends, spending time with old ones, playing games and swimming in the lake! At Camp Tanuga, we create an exciting, safe environment for kids to have an unforgettable summer of fun....
What is Abrakadoodle?
Abrakadoodle is the most comprehensive art education company of its kind offering extensive art classes, themed summer art camps and arty birthday parties for children ages 20 months through high school. Our award-winning, curriculum-based programs are offered on-site at various schools and community locations in the Metro...
Are you still trying to plan the perfect summer experience for your daughter? If she has a passion for horseback riding Ñ and is looking to spend some time on a ranch and away from the hustle and bustle back home Ñ then look no further than Black River...
Every weekend during the summer months, Cass Lake is a hotspot for boaters, swimmers, kayakers and more. But during the week, this popular Oakland County lake is the prime location for kids ages 6-18 to set sail as part of the Pontiac Junior Sailing Club.
This decades-old sailing program, which...
For more than 100 years, Cranbrook Schools has offered students enriching summer experiences, hosted on its historic campus, through a variety of day camp programs for children from pre-kindergarten through high school.
The summer camp experience is an important one for children, says Weston Outlaw, the director of Cranbrook's special...
Looking for a great camp along the shores of a great lake? The Catholic Youth Organization offers a traditional summer camp opportunity for kids and families Ñ with an infusion of the Catholic faith Ñ along the shores of Lake Huron.
Throughout the programming and events, campers will learn how...
25,000 - That's how many acres of land your Huron-Clinton Metroparks have available to you here in southeast Michigan.
The Huron-Clinton Metroparks also have a combined 58 miles of paved hike-bike trails, over 19 miles of mountain biking trails, more than 36 miles of equestrian trails, 64+ miles of trails...