Voyageurs will embark on an exciting, multi-modal adventure through scenic Maine. Their voyage will include a cycling adventure through Baxter State Park in the shadow of Mt. Katahdin and backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. The third component is a guided sea kayaking trip to the Stonington Archipelago, Maine. Campers return to the Merrowvista community with great fanfare steeped in …
Torchbearer is the next step in our Pathfinder program, a four-year progression of in-camp programming for our oldest campers. The Torchbearer program prepares these teens for the next chapter in their lives as empowered young adults by learning new soft and hard skills. Campers will have the opportunity of opting into programming to complete certified training in archery, Wilderness First …
Voyageurs adventure boldly into the pristine waterways of Lake Huron’s Georgian Bay. This 3-week sea kayak adventure rewards these intrepid campers with glorious island camping, where they can reflect on their values, sense of self, and relationship to others and the natural world. Campers return to the Miniwanca community with great fanfare steeped in camp traditions.
Avail high-school age campers develop their leadership skills through teambuilding, self-reflection, group conversation, and mentorship from dynamic adult leaders. They enjoy all the fun of camp activities and serve as role models to younger Miniwanca campers as Quad Leaders. Avail campers gain a greater understanding of the positive difference they can make for others- at camp, in their home communities, …
