Upcoming Camp Events
Please click on the Event Name to see a description.
Albright Park
Albright Park’s facilities are available for rent or lease to your group. We welcome people of all abilities and have a great layout for accessible programming. Churches, community groups, schools, businesses and family reunions are welcome. No church affiliation is required. Explore our facilities and beautiful property along the Hersey River in Reed City. https://umcamping.org/camps/albright-park/facilities/
Crystal Springs
Start off the New Year with a retreat to Crystal Springs! We’ll spend twenty-four hours together in the middle of the winter talking about God being God in all seasons while having a blast with winter activities like flashlight hikes, snow tubing, and staing cozy with warm beverages. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to connect with friends and God in a new way!
Check-in: 10 am; checkout: 10 am
Dean: Amy Simonson, a.l.simonson821@gmail.com
Judson Collins Center
Ever had an Extreme Snow Cone? Come for a weekend of mid-winter fun at Judson Collins Center and check it out! Games, campfires, and a band are waiting to help you and your friends chase away the winter blues.
This is the sign-up portal if you are coming on your own to make new friends. If you are attending with your youth group of 5 or more, select JC19SNZG. It’s the same big event for everyone!
Check-in 7 pm; checkout 11 am.
Ever had an Extreme Snow Cone? Come for a weekend of mid-winter fun at Judson Collins Center and check it out! Games, campfires, and a band are waiting to help you and your friends chase away the winter blues.
This is the sign-up portal if your adult leader is signing you up as a group of 5 or more friends. If you are attending as an individual under your own family account, select JC19SNGI. It’s the same big event for all!
Check-in 7 pm; checkout 11 am.
Let’s light up Judson Collins Center in the dark of winter with glowing hearts of all ages!
All Judson Collins alumni and volunteers are invited to dinner and worship while Snow Zone campers play, sing, and pray to banish the winter blues.
This evening to celebrate is free and runs from 5:30 to 10 pm.
Please call Judson Collins Center if you have special dietary needs – 517-467-7711.
Lake Huron Retreat Center
This overnight retreat is for all adults who love music. Arrive Friday evening and jump right into rehearsals and fellowship. Rehearsals continue through Saturday, with a break in the afternoon for enjoying the local sights in the Blue Water area. The weekend concludes with a special concert in Poole Chapel for the local community. Retreat fees include a full set of sheet music that covers the liturgical year for each participant. Single: $151; Double $126; Triple: $115; Commuter: $60
Check-in 3 pm; check-out, 4 pm
This experience is designed for adults who are mentally and physically challenged. Campers experience a variety of activities including crafts, outdoor recreation, swimming, music, drama, and Bible story time. Our Talent Show is a camp highlight, along with Friday evening’s Awards Ceremony and Dance. Camp concludes with a Closing Program in Poole Chapel. Campers stay in Littleton and Ragland Lodges and are assigned counselors according to basic care needs. A questionnaire is sent to applicants and must be returned prior to acceptance into this program.
Check-in, 9:00 am; Check-out, 11:00 am
This experience is designed for adults who are mentally and physically challenged. Campers experience a variety of activities including crafts, outdoor recreation, swimming, music, drama, and Bible story time. Our Talent Show is a camp highlight, along with Friday evening’s Awards Ceremony and Dance. Camp concludes with a Closing Program in Poole Chapel. Campers stay in Littleton and Ragland Lodges and are assigned counselors according to basic care needs. A questionnaire is sent to applicants and must be returned prior to acceptance into this program.
Check-in, 9:00 am; Check-out, 11 am
This retreat experience is designed for men and women ages 65 and older. Step away from the busyness of everyday life and come to the lakeshore for fellowship, rest and worship. Bible study music, campfires, outdoor recreation and time for relaxing along the waterfront are all activities built into this mid-week event. Meals are designed with the senior adult in mind and a nurse is available during the event to assist guests in any way necessary. Guests stay in Littleton and Ragland Lodges. Single: $240; Double: $200; Triple: $168; Commuter: $75
Check-in 1 pm; checkout 11 am
Lake Michigan
Beautiful, wooded sites just on the other side of the dune from Lake Michigan.
Season: May 1 – Oct 15. please call for post-season sites without hook ups
Max RV size: 35ft, Most sites are for RVs under 30ft
Platform canvas tents: available by reservation
What makes the campground special?
- Beautiful, wooded sites just on the other side of the dune from Lake Michigan.
- Our campground’s primary focus is family / group / church camping. Reservations are strongly encouraged, though walk-ins are possible, especially weekdays.
- Pavilion with kitchen facilities attached is available for group use.
- Large gathering area with seating for campfires and worship services
- Restrooms and shower facilities convenient to campsites.
Reservations: email campgroundregistrations@umcamping.org or call 517-212-5395
Lake Michigan Camp & Retreat Office: 231-869-5627
Lakeview Camp
Camping Season: May 1 to mid-October. Now taking reservations for 2018.
Everyone is welcome at Lakeview Family Camp. We are a secluded campground, on a beautiful inland lake in Montcalm County, an easy drive from Grand Rapids, Mt. Pleasant and Big Rapids, Michigan.
Our peaceful, alcohol-free campground welcomes families and friends to renew, refocus and reconnect in Christian fellowship surrounded by natural beauty.
We offer family and group grassy camping sites for RVs, trailers and tents with electric, water and more (including some 50 amp sites). We have also three cabins available.
Activities are offered most weekends, with extra special fun planned near holidays.
Reservations: campgroundregistrations@umcamping.org or call 517-212-5395
Myers Lake
Beautiful, serene and fun RV, tent and cabin camping experiences for adults and families, organized church and not-for-profit groups. Nestled in the park-like setting along Myers Lake, you’ll find it easy to relax, fish, swim, boat, and play with friends or family.
You just can’t beat Myers Lake Campground for great family recreation and relaxation. Family fun is our goal, and with an emphasis on great Christian service, we strive to make your visit with us the best it can be.
Our alcohol-free environment provides a safe and clean resort for your family to experience fun in the sun. Family includes your furry friends. Pets are always welcome when accompanied by a responsible owner who tends to their pet’s needs. Settle in to one of our campsites, and get out there and take part in our camp activities! Enjoy worship by the lake every Sunday morning. www.myerslake.org
Individual and group sites available by reservation (some walk-ins may be available depending on dates). Cabins for 4 to 8 people available by reservation.
To make reservations: email info@myerslake.come or call 810-266-4511.
Wesley Woods
CRAFTERS WELCOME
Enjoy time for scrapbooking in Wesley Woods’ spacious Dining Hall. Each participant will get their own table space to spread out for the entire event. Registration deadline is October 12. See Registration Form and Event Poster. Questions? Contact wesleywoodscampdirector@umcamping.org.
Included in retreat:
- Technique Demos
- Use of Cricut on site
- 6 Meals and Snacks
- Two Nights Lodging (plenty of lower bunks in our Main, Daisy and Trillium Lodges
- WiFi
SCHEDULE
Friday
3pm-7pm Check in
Open Crafting time
6pm Buffet Dinner
Saturday
Open Crafting Time
8am Devotions
8:30am Breakfast
10am Trip to Scrapaloo
12:30pm Lunch
5:30pm Dinner
Sunday
Open Crafting Time
8am Devotions
8:30am Breakfast
12:30pm Lunch (eat in or to go)
1pm Check out
Come have a blast in the snow, play lots of games, spend time with old friends, make some new ones, and get in some great worship. We welcome individuals and youth groups. The more friends, the more fun, so bring all your people with you! We can’t wait to see you! For more information, call Wesley Woods Camp, 269-721-8291.
Winter Blast is the best way to beat the winter blahs! For one night and two days prepare to get Seriously Ridiculous with night tubing behind the pool house, broomball on the lake, awesome times in chapel together, and so much more! We welcome individuals and youth groups. We can’t wait to see you! For more information, call Wesley Woods Camp, 269-721-8291.
Deans: Jon Sherwood; Erin Charnley; Alyshia Garrett; act456@wesleywoodscamp.com
Check-in: 3 pm; check-out 10 am
Deans: Jon Sherwood, Erin Charnley, Alyshia Garrett, act456@wesleywoodscamp.com
Check-in: 3 pm; check-out 10 am
Deans: Jon Sherwood, Erin Charnley, Alyshia Garrett, act456@wesleywoodscamp.com
Check-in: 3 pm; check-out 10 am
Check-in 3 pm; check out Friday 10 am
This camp provides an opportunity for grandparents to bring one or more of their precious grandchildren (ages 5-13) to share songs, games, Bible stories, and more. Spend a weekend enjoying the many activities at camp, celebrate Christmas in August together, and create memories that will last.
Check-in 3:00 pm; check-out 10:00 am
Check-in 3:00 pm; check-out 10:00 am.