Miniwanca
July 6, 2019
Low Council
Gooood day Miniwanca! We were back to our typical schedule this morning as we rose bright and early to the sound of the bell. Cabin …
July 5, 2019
Four Trails Update
Happy 4th of July everyone! It’s been an incredible first week for Four Trails! It’s been a week of preparation and fun with groups participating …
July 4, 2019
Happy Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is arguably one of the most fun days we have at Miniwanca. We started off our day jumping in the lake …
July 3, 2019
The Great Gold Rush of Session A
Today, campers were greeted by sunny skies and Polar Bear calls to start off their mornings. The audacious few ventured down to Lake Michigan and …
July 2, 2019
A Wonderful Typical Day
Campers awoke to a foggy silver day here at Miniwanca. They cleaned their cabins, headed up to the Upper Lodge for Morning Stretch, and reflected …
July 2, 2019
Off and Running
It is the very first full day of our Miniwanca summer and we are off and running! The campers awoke to the sounds of the …
June 30, 2019
Our First Opening Day
Today is the day! With blue skies and warm breezes off the lake, we welcomed 144 campers to Girls Camp for the opening of Summer …
June 20, 2019
Remembering Mary Ellen Haan
Mary Ellen Haan was a camper, staff, and Advisory Council member at Miniwanca for many decades. She shared her love for camp with generations of …
February 4, 2019
Winter Wonders and Volunteer Weekend
Even in the midst of this season of epic winter cold, it’s a busy time at Miniwanca. Since the beginning of 2019, Miniwanca has already …
November 2, 2018
Apply to Work Summer 2019
With the Miniwanca Staff Application officially open for Summer 2019 (#JoinTheTeam2019), we’re looking forward to connecting with new and returning staff members from all around …
October 20, 2018
Remembering Marie Prange Oetting
Marie Prange Oetting had a life-long involvement with the American Youth Foundation and embraced the timeless mission of balanced living and best self as an …
August 22, 2018
A Four Trails Summer In Review
As all of the campers, parents, and leaders begin to settle back into their homes and things quiet down from the summer, I’m left reflecting on …