The Odyssey program at Miniwanca is a capstone adventure that takes campers on a journey of self-discovery and growth as they backpack the 100 Mile Wilderness of the Appalachian Trail....

by Regan Gibson Wiesler, Four Trails Manager The Voyageur program at Miniwanca is a capstone trip filled with traditions and celebrations that enrich the experience and foster a deep sense...

Miniwanca Adventurers go on a 120-mile canoe journey down the Au Sable River, a National Scenic river in northern Michigan. The group paddle through the Huron Manistee National Forest and...

The Explorers embark on a journey to the stunning Picture Rocks National Lakeshore, where they backpack 42 miles along the shores of Lake Superior. Here are the five top moments...

As Hannah Montana famously said, Trailblazers “get the best of both worlds.” Miniwanca’s Trailblazer program is an introduction to backcountry adventures. This three-week program introduces campers to backpacking, canoeing, and...

Our Four Trails Program is led by experienced and passionate leaders committed to providing a safe, enriching, and unforgettable experience for our campers. Here’s a closer look at the Four...

As we approach the end of session A, every cabin group (called Villages at camp) has taken some sort of outdoor adventure trip. Whether it was an overnight at the...

The Four Trails program at Miniwanca first sparked Mads Chomentowski’s love for outdoor adventure when they were a teen. Now, Mads (better known as “Earl” to the Miniwanca community) will...