A Week That Changes Lives
February 13, 2020
By Benton Heisler Benton Heisler invites participation in Michigan’s church...
Welcome to Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center
Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center is a purpose-driven, year-round ministry site. You’ll feel right home in our 300 acres of beautiful grounds and cared for by our staff who live out our mission of “Growing in Faith, and Serving in Strength.”
Summer Camp: We welcome you to experience God’s love through summer camp for children, teens, families and grandparents. You’ll be pumped up through high-energy worship, creative and unique programs, and our beautiful outdoor setting.
Year-Round Retreat Options: Your group, family or team-building event will love our versatile meeting spaces, delicious food service and accommodating overnight lodging.
Outdoor Fun and Adventure: From our swimming pool with slide to our kayaks, canoes and paddle boards, water-lovers have a grand time! Our go-karts, paint ball and mountain boarding give the high-adventure types lots to do! Fire bowl, chapel and scenic views help every day become more sacred and each guest grow closer to God through Jesus Christ.
Events
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Title
Cost
Grades
Dates
Event ID
Title
Cost
Through 4/15/20: $399 4/16/20 and on: $420
Grades
9 - 13
Dates
06/14/2020-06/20/2020
Event ID
WW20HSC
We can’t wait for the best week of summer 2020! Come find your place to belong, be accepted and be loved. We will run around, try crazy things, meet new people, share stories, and learn about something bigger than ourselves. Come join the fun, we want YOU there!
Deans: Kelsey Werner, Bill Gehman, Carmen Wittkopp
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 10 am
Title
Cost
Through 4/15/20: $399 4/16/20 and on: $420
Grades
7 - 9
Dates
06/21/2020-06/27/2020
Event ID
WW20LIVE
Jesus proclaimed the coming of God’s kingdom to be on earth, as it is in heaven. There is no better place to put this into practice then at camp! We’ll explore what means to be citizens of God’s kingdom, the power and responsibility that comes with it, and we may even slay a dragon along the way. Activities include swimming in the pool, gaga ball, kayaking and more.
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 10 am
Title
Cost
Through 4/15/20: $399 4/16/20 and on: $420
Grades
7 - 13
Dates
06/28/2020-07/03/2020
Event ID
WW20MIS
Serve in local communities during the day, praise God and have fun in the evenings! Join us for this mission-minded camp, and serve others this week. Check in: 3 pm Check out:10 am
Title
Cost
Through 4/15/20: $419 4/16/20 and on: $440
Grades
6 - 13
Dates
07/05/2020-07/11/2020
Event ID
WW20RIV
Learn the basics of canoeing. You will travel and take day trips on rivers around southwest Michigan. Spend the night at host churches along your route.
Dean: Tom Davenport
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 10 am
Title
Cost
Through 4/15/20: $399 4/16/20 and on: $420
Grades
4 - 6
Dates
07/12/2020-07/18/2020
Event ID
WW20GLOW
Brr, come with us as we “travel” to the coldest reaches of the North on our Arctic Exploration. We’ll encounter penguins, polar bears, and some other interesting characters, as we learn about how Jesus’ love is COOL!
Deans: Erin Charnley, Alyshia Garrett, Jon Sherwood
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 10 am
Title
Cost
$199
Grades
1 - 3
Dates
07/12/2020-07/15/2020
Event ID
WW20GLM1
Brr, come with us as we “travel” to the coldest reaches of the North on our Arctic Exploration. We’ll encounter penguins, polar bears, and some other interesting characters, as we learn about how Jesus’ love is COOL!
Deans: Erin Charnley, Alyshia Garrett, Jon Sherwood
Check in: 3 pm Check out: 10 am
In The News
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Wesley Woods Update
February 7, 2020
Welcome New Site Director, Facility Updates Bringing a love of the...
Nicole Holton Site Director
February 7, 2020
Nicole Holton Wesley Woods Site Director, wesleywoodssitedirector@umcamping.org Nicole received degrees from Lake...
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My two grandsons went, one for high school and the other for middle school canoeing. They both absolutely loved it.
Kimberly
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"I loved firebowl because it gave me a moment to have a conversation with God and notice how much he loves us."
Olivia
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"I learned that serving others is the best fuel for your relationship with God."
Counselor
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"Grand Camp was totally awesome! The schedule kept us busy, but not too busy. We were greatly surprised and so pleased to have our own cabin for quiet times. That was super! Food was incredible! And this was camp...wow!! The programming gave us opportunity to discuss our faith and our backgrounds. What a wonderful experience!"
Dee Ann
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"I had a fun time with my friends, singing and crafts"
Leah
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Our mission is “Growing in Faith, and Serving in Strength.”
Wesley Woods
Contact
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1700 Clear Lake
Dowling, MI 49050Nicole Holton, Site Director
Office: 269-721-8291Summer Camp Registrar: 833-588-2267, option 1
- 269-721-8291
- Send an email
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Help us welcome Nicole Holton as new site director at Wesley Woods! Follow the link to read more about Nicole and all the updates happening at camp!
Wesley Woods Update | Michigan Area United Methodist Camping
umcamping.org
Nicole Holton began as Site Director at Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center (Dowling, MI) on Feb. 3. Nicole fell in love with church camp at Wesley Woods when she was an elementary camper...Recharge with the Power of Camp! We're excited to show you this year's video. Invite a friend to find their perfect camp! Michigan Area United Methodist Camping is committed to life-changing programming where children, youth and adults can:
+Grow in faith and connect to God
+Have fun and try new things from Archery to Zorbs!
+Live in community with trained and compassionate counselors who will mentor your faith
+Unplug from distractions
+Be safe and accepted to build relationships that often last a lifetime
Browse our online listing umcamping.org/events
I have seen first-hand the energized atmosphere of campers when they come to camp! They are excited and pumped to have fun and get closer to God during their time at camp! It is an awesome experience. I am super excited for Camp 2020 and can’t wait to see everyone and to see God move in their lives!