Entering Grade 10

Adventurer

Miniwanca
Boys and Girls Camp

Campers continue their Four Trails program learning the joys of living simply, camping out each night, and pushing themselves into their growth zones as they discover their personal best.

New for 2024: Adventurers will explore the Au Sable River while canoeing on a multiday trip toward Lake Huron.

Dates and Rates

Dates
and
Rates

Session A
One Week
June 30 – July 6
$1,725

Two Weeks
July 7 – July 19
$3,400

Three Weeks
June 30 – July 19
$4,875
Session B
One Week
July 21 – July 28
$1,725

Two Weeks
July 28 – August 9
$3,400

Three Weeks
July 21 – August 9
$4,875
Financial Aid
The AYF is committed to making summer camp accessible to all youth. As a nonprofit foundation fueled by generous donations from our alumni and families, the AYF offsets the price of every program for every participant. AYF also offers need-based financial aid and sibling discounts.
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A Typical Day at Miniwanca

Most weeks at Miniwanca consist of four or five typical days and two or three special days. We know consistency is important for campers, so we ground the week in regular schedules and activities, while making time for atypical celebrations and exciting activities.

Each week, campers sign up for three different Interest Groups — activities designed to have fun, learn a new skill, and practice being their best selves.

A Typical Day at Camp

Most weeks at Miniwanca consist of four or five typical days and two or three special days. We know consistency is important for campers, so we ground the week in regular schedules and activities, while making time for atypical celebrations and exciting activities.

Each week, campers sign up for three different Interest Groups — activities designed to have fun, learn a new skill, and practice being their best selves.

Typical Interest Groups will include:

Swim Games
Pool Party
Sailing
Morning Schedule
7:50 a.m.
Polar Bear & Rising Bell
8:20 a.m.
Flag Rising
8:30 a.m.
Breakfast
9:15 a.m.
Camper Free Time
9:45 a.m.
Interest Group 1
10:45 a.m.
Community Time
11:45 a.m.
Games, Activities, Service
Afternoon Schedule
12:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 p.m.
Rest Hour
2:45 p.m.
Assembly
3:30 p.m.
Interest Group 2
4:15 p.m.
Snack Time
4:30 p.m.
Interest Group 3
5:15 p.m.
Camper Free Time
Evening Schedule
6:15 p.m.
Dinner
7:30 p.m.
Night's Doings
9:00 p.m.
Evening Reflections
9:45 p.m.
Bed Time Prep
10:00 p.m.
Cabin and Bed Checks
11:00 p.m.
Lights Out
Get to Know Our Staff

The Best Summer Starts With the Best Staff

Paul Kerchberger
Director of Boys Camp
Regan Gibson Wiesler
Four Trails and Staffing Manager
Griffin Vogler
Director of Miniwanca
Bethany Wise
Director of Girls Camp