Best Michigan Sports Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a separate camp facility from the rest of our studio. This allows us to minimize contact for our Summer Camps. Supplies are individual for each camper as well.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Join us at Dancer's Edge for an amazing Summer full of fun and exciting themes! This program is designed for young students who want to experience a new camp theme each week. You can handpick your favorite adventures and design a schedule that work for you and your family. Join us for just one session or all Summer for the full camp experience!

Frozen Princess Camp- June 14-18 from 9am-3pm
L.O.L. Doll Camp- June 21-25 from 9am-3pm
Musical Theater- June 28-July 9 from 9am-3pm
Mad Science Camp- July 12-16 from 9am-3pm
Art Camp- July 19-23 from 9am-3pm
Trolls World Tour Camp- July 26-30 from 9am-3pm.
Magic and Wizardry Camp- August 2-6 from 9am-3pm
Cheer/Pom/Dance Team Camp- August 9-13 from 9am-12pm.
Christmas Spectacular Camp- August 16-20 from 9am-5pm.
Disney Day Camp-August 23-27 from 9-5pm.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are a fully functioning YPAD certified dance studio with a multi level competitive dance team.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For fees and dates visit Our Camp Website Link: dextersdancersedge.com

Frozen Princess Camp- June 14-18 from 9am-3pm $285
L.O.L. Doll Camp- June 21-25 from 9am-3pm $285
Musical Theater- June 28-July 9 from 9am-3pm $285
Mad Science Camp- July 12-16 from 9am-3pm $285
Art Camp- July 19-23 from 9am-3pm $285
Trolls World Tour Camp- July 26-30 from 9am-3pm $285
Magic and Wizardry Camp- August 2-6 from 9am-3pm $285
Cheer/Pom/Dance Team Camp- August 9-13 from 9am-12pm $150
Christmas Spectacular Camp- August 16-20 from 9am-5pm $380
Disney Day Camp-August 23-27 from 9-5pm $380

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 3 cabins each with 4-5 different bunk rooms. We also have a chapel, a multipurpose building, 3 cottages, a dining hall, and quarters for the camp director and nurse.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are ACA accredited and do comprehensive training for all of our staff, along with recuring training before each session.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Please contact Michael Dirksen at mdirksen[AT]cascadechristian.com to apply to be a CIT.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have a significant amount of Scholarships available. Please contact Michael Dirksen at mdirksen[AT]cascadechristian.com to apply.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have two family camp sessions, one is an extended weekend and the other is a traditional full week. Check our website for the latest information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check our website for the latest information.
Our Camp Website Link: www.crystalconferencecenter.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Lifeguard, cooks assistant

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Why choose Snow Goal Scoring Camp?
Snow Goal Scoring Camps grants hard-working players the opportunity to learn proper shooting technique. Coach Jake was mentored by college soccers greatest all time scorer his uncle, the late Ken Snow. Coach Jake and his team break down every meaningful aspect of his nearly perfect shooting mechanics so players learn exactly how he is able to achieve an accurate high velocity shot.

Coach Jake offers unique solutions to players having difficulties achieving proper shooting form and provides ways for even the best shooters to improve. Coach Jake's encouraging and patient style of instruction helps players maximize their potential and develop more passion for soccer. With enough practice and instruction, shooting and scoring goals will become 2nd nature.

There is no better camp to improve ball striking, shooting and scoring goals. Technique and hard work can take your child to the next level.

Being able to score when the opportunity presents itself can be the difference between:
-A win and a loss
-Riding the bench and starting
-Making the "A" team or the "B" team
-A college scholarship worth thousands of dollars

Camps will cover:
-Ensuring proper technique of Right & Left foot shot
-Volleys (Side, Thigh, Chest)
-1st Time & 2 touch shots from distance
-Receiving with back to goal, turning & Finishing
-1v1 technique’s to goal
-Curving - Inside and Outside of the foot
-Breakaways, 1v1 with keeper
-Small-Sided Games

Camp Format:
4-6 players per goal with 20-25 balls for each group. Players shoot 20-25 shots for each exercise. We repeat each exercise for both feet. Practicing that shot over and over creates muscle memory so finishing the soccer ball becomes 2nd nature to players. We choose 5-6 different Shooting & Scoring scenarios and situations each day, so each player takes 10-12 (both Feet) shooting sets of 20 shots each. Hardworking players should expect to take around 200 shots per day.

Players Don't Get Enough Shooting in Practice:
Shooting practice is most often neglected because coaches are forced to spend the majority of team training sessions working on ball control, possession, and passing. If coaches spent the amount of time required to get good at shooting their teams would be unable to possess the ball well enough to produce good scoring opportunities so SHOOTING PRACTICE IS WHAT GETS LEFT OUT!

Who is this camp for?
-Any soccer player regardless of skill, level, or position that wants to get better at Shooting the soccer ball. Players at every position need to be able to shoot the soccer ball.
-From the young player who hasn’t been taught the proper way to shoot up to the high-level player with college aspirations who wants to increase their Goal Scoring output.
-Players who want better technique that will lead to more power and better accuracy.
-Any Soccer player who wants to have fun and score more goals

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.snowsoccercamps.com to view up information about upcoming camp sessions, locations, prices, etc.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.snowsoccercamps.com to view up information about upcoming camp sessions, locations, prices, etc.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our building houses three studios with sprung floors, our Administrative Office, kitchen and Costume Studio.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Turning Pointe offers high quality pre-professional Classical Ballet classes in a friendly Christian environment.

Our graduates have gone on to dance in professional companies (Sarasota Ballet, Grand Rapids Ballet, Ballet 5:8, Ballet Emmanuel, Avant Chamber Ballet, Gelsey Kirkland Studio Company) and to receive Trainee positions with companies (Nashville Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Ballet Magnificat, Milwaukee Ballet).

Please visit our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.turningpointedance.org to see Intensive Week offerings and Workshop Week format.

Classes start with prayer and devotion. Our teachers are Christian and the environment is warm and friendly. The week concludes with a worship ballet performance.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Classical Ballet Intensive Weeks:
June 8-11
June 15-18
June 22-25
July 13-16
July 20-23
Dancers may take from 1 to 5 weeks. Discounted pricing for 5 weeks.

Classical Ballet Workshop Weeks:
Beginning - Advanced Beginning: August 3-7
Intermediate - Advanced: August 10-14

*Contact studio for placement information

For complete information please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.turningpointedance.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: CI Jr. - This program is designed for teens and young adults ages 5-13 who have been diagnosed with a developmental delay or cognitive impairment and will be successful in a 3:1 ratio.

CI Sr. - This program is designed for teens and young adults ages 14 - 26 who have been diagnosed with a developmental delay or cognitive impairment and will be successful in a 3:1 ratio.

POHI - This program is designed for teens and young adults specifically who have physical impairments or other health impairments and will be successful in a 3:1 ratio. Qualified, trained staff are in place to address these specific needs.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships available for families in need of financial assistance.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): These programs are designed for individuals who will be successful in a 3:1 ratio. If a participant requires 1:1 support, the family must provide.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuesday - Friday, June 25 through August 2 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
No program - 7/4, 7/5, 7/25 & 7/26

CAMP FACILITIES: Featuring a complete Fieldturf™ field, the enclosed practice and playing area provides year-round training and development opportunities. Oosterbaan Field House, constructed in 1980, features two endline filming stations, a climate-controlled playing/spectating environment and sideline seating for 500 people. The building is joined to Schembechler Hall which houses state-of-the-art athletic training and weight rooms.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: University of Michigan Women's Soccer coaches - former US National Team Coach, Greg Ryan, and former US U18 National Team Coach and assistant U-23 National Team Coach, Dean Duerst - serve as Camp Directors. They have recruited a top level staff to provide a premier soccer camp experience for girls in the Midwest. Assistant coach Angie Napoli provides elite goalkeeper training including basic and advanced ball handling, footwork in the goal, clasp diving, aspect of flank play, and aspect of breakaways.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our Camp Website Link: www.umgirlssoccer.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
March 8-9, 2014
$200

Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.umgirlssoccer.com for more details and application forms.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have modern cabins with bathrooms and showers inside. Other facilities include a heated swimming pool, recreation lodges, 8 tennis courts, 4 basketball courts, a fitness studio, culinary arts studio, recording studio, and a beautiful sand bottom lake

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Featured in Family Life Magazine as "One of Ten Recommended Camps in America". Founded in 1935, we have been the home away from home for boys and girls ages 6-15 for 80 years and counting! We customize a program for each camper based on his or her interests. Campers are able to specialize in an activity of their choosing as well. Campers may attend a 2, 4 or 8 week session.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp is 6 days of fun-filled activities for you and your entire family. Spend quality time with your family participating in activities that you enjoy most such as water skiing, golf, tennis, climbing and much more! Each night we have a different evening program from Top Chef Contests to Family Bowling night.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates and fees, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.Lwcgwc.com

CAMP FACILITIES: The Hope Soccer Camp uses the outstanding facilities at Hope College. Both camps use the state-of-the-art athletic facilities on Fairbanks avenue in Holland, MI (Our Camp Website Link: www.hope.edu). Residential campers live in Hope College residence halls and dine in Hope's dining hall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Hope Soccer Elite Camp is the premier residential soccer camp in Michigan. Over 800 campers (ages 10-18) attend the Hope Soccer Elite Camp each summer. Campers and parents choose the Hope Soccer Camp because it offers outstanding coaching, great facilities, and a fun, competitive environment. The Hope Soccer Elite Camp is truly a unique sports camp experience and one you don't want to miss.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.hopesoccercamp.com for enrollment information.

Day Camps:
June 15-19, 2014 (ages 6-14)
$175 full-day / $90 half-day

June 22-25, 2014 (ages 6-14)
$175 full-day / $90 half-day

Elite Camps:
July 5-9, 2014 (ages 11-18)
$520 residential / $420 commuter

July 12-16, 2013 (ages 11-18)
$520 residential / $420 commuter

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Age Groups: K – 8th Grade
Dates: June 26th – 29th Time: 8 a.m. – Noon
Location: Freeland SportsZone
Fee: $70 Members / $100 Non-Members

CAMP FACILITIES: We will be operating at Clark Gym. This stand along facility offers an indoor, full-size court with three baskets.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: You'll be working with our I'm Possible Certified Skill Enhancement Trainer. Unlike many other camps, he will be focused on skill building (ie, not a playing camp), which will include: ball handling, footwork, finishing and other skills that you can take with you.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Refine your game with our Small Group Skills Sessions, meticulously crafted for intimate groups of up to 10 athletes. Delve into a comprehensive curriculum covering essential aspects such as ball handling, finishing, footwork, mechanics, coordination, and basketball-specific athletic traits.

In each one-hour session, expect a dynamic and focused approach to skill development. Take your progress beyond the court with weekly at-home tasks tailored to enhance your understanding and application of the concepts covered.
Mark your calendars for Sunday nights – the perfect time to elevate your skills. Join us for an hour of concentrated skill-building that will leave a lasting impact on your basketball game.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Each participant receives:

90-day access to RealSkill training app to train at home this summer ($297 value)
T-Shirt
Weekly Goal/Checklist Planner
Drawstring Sports Bag
Rip Cone

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 8th - 12th

4th - 6th Grade (boys/girls): 9am - 12pm
7th - 12th Grade (boys/girls) 1pm - 4pm

CAMP FACILITIES: With four facilities to choose from, we have the right place for your retreat, outdoor education experience, band camp, sports practice camp, family reunion, leadership training…the list goes on! We offer accommodations for up to 80 people year-round and any of our camps can sleep close to, if not more than 200 people from early spring to late fall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Ozanam and Camp Stapleton are owned and operated by St. Vincent de Paul, an independent Catholic lay organization, which responds to the needs of the poor of all creeds and ethnic backgrounds. Since 1923, thanks to our volunteers and donor support, our camping program has allowed over 100,000 disadvantaged youngsters the opportunity to enjoy a fully funded camping experience along the shores of Lake Huron.

The St. Vincent de Paul camping program provides the benefits of summer camp in a safe, fun-filled atmosphere where youth are introduced to different cultures and are inspired by the gospel of Jesus Christ.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Stapleton boasts 20 Acres of beach-front along scenic and pristine Lake Huron. The camp includes 8 cabins available for rent with electricity, water, modern toilets, and showers as well as a private rental home. Renters can swim on site, fish in Lake Huron, and enjoy use of our ball fields and volleyball field. A catered meal plan is available and served in our modern dining hall.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are offered at top-rated, professionally equipped sports training facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sports are FUN, but they are more fun when you get better! Our professional, passionate, and positive coaches will help your child become a better player and a more inspired athlete. Camp provides the perfect opportunity to improve skills, make new friends, laugh hard, and smile a lot. Our Mission is to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement while consistently exceeding the expectations of our customers!

During the summer of 2014 more than 70,000 US and international campers attended a US Sports Camps program. US Sports Camps currently offers 24 programs in 15 different sports.

Our summer sports camps include: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Multi-Sport, Rugby, Running, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, Ultimate, Volleyball, Waterpolo, and Yoga. We also offer several International sports camps around the world. Our sports camps continue to grow thanks to an outstanding community of Camp Directors and the dedication of the entire USSC staff. We expect 2015, our 41st year in business, to be our best year ever. We look forward to seeing you at camp!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Many of our sports camps offer sessions and special weekend clinics year-round. Please contact us for details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information regarding summer camp sessions and fees, please visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Each camp director is responsible for hiring their own staff and typically hire in late winter and early spring. If you are interested in applying for a position, please email the appropriate sport mailbox at Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com and we will forward on your information to any director looking for additional staff.

CAMP FACILITIES: Beautiful HUGE recently renovated HS gym

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Tired of not knowing where your shot will end up? Left, right, short, long or who knows. Do you really understand the mechanics of shooting? If you are tired of it and want it fixed this is the camp for you!

This camp will consist of multiple sessions focusing on fundamental instruction and shooting station work and practice, practice and practice!

Coach Kaleb House, men's basketball coach, from MMCC Lakers will be joining us to offer his wealth of knowledge and expertise! Great exposure for you!

GREAT INSTRUCTIONAL CAMP!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Aug 4 & 5 from 9:00am - 12:30pm
$40.00 per camper or combine with Ultimate ball Handling & Dribble and get both for $65.00!

CAMP FACILITIES: Small school setting with 2 small playgrounds and large wooded area for camp use.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: K-12 Years “Science and me/DIY Science”

Whether your child is 6-8 years old or 9 – 12 years old this year’s theme will capture their inner scientist. We will explore science, nature, Bouba-Kifi effect, Biodiversity, aerodynamics, art, space, building and much more! We will pack their days with field trips and developmental appropriate activities full of fun and adventure. Field trips will be planned 2 - 3 times a week; such as swimming, movies, planetarium, science centers, U of M football, ropes course, laser tag, and so much more! "

3-5 year old “The Science of Nature”

The preschooler's will enjoy each summer day exploring nature and the biodiversity around them. We will study plants, animals, and outdoor science. They will be making new friends, create and explore with their imagination, and enjoy in house field trips. In house field trips will have the children exploring – books, acting, sports, safety, geography, science, animals, and storytelling. Special Guests will join us throughout the summer and offer many amazing opportunities and new experiences.

*Field trips will be planned 2-3 times per week for K-12 only; Such as swimming, zip-lining, movies, planetarium, science centers, water parks, laser tag and so much more! We will do "In House" activities for 3-5 groups.

Time for Learning

The children will have a half hour /hour daily required each day for literacy. It will include writing, reading, listening to stories or making books. We use every opportunity in all of the activities we plan to incorporate learning. If there is a specific concern, please let us know and we will do our best to create fun learning experiences for your child. School age children will be asked to bring a summer work book.

Our program is hosted by teachers whom have a love for the outdoors and learning about the world around them. We are all CPR certified and understand what it means to have summer fun!

We have been awarded the 2016 Family Friendly Award from the CAP Council of Livingston County!

We were voted Best Preschool Program in Livingston County and given a Daisy Award!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Garden Gate is a Montessori program during the school year from infants through Pre-Primary School. We also host school age kids for day camps throughout the school year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp begins June 15th and ends August 29th. We are open 6:30-6:00 Monday through Friday!

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for a couple dynamic camp counselors for summer for our 8-11 year old group! We would love an experienced camp leader or teacher that loves to have fun!

CAMP FACILITIES: The farm is located on 20 acres with indoor and outdoor riding rings. We have horses for all level of campers.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Lessons are available all year around. During the winter months riders enjoy a heated barn!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.springbrookec.com for additional information and camp application.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have an outdoor Rec Area with a full basketball court, dining hall, outdoor stage with bleacher seating, 15 rustic cabins, modern bath house, 100 acres of woodland areas with trails for exploring, streams for critter catching, open areas for orienteering and all camp games.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Van Buren Youth Camp has been known since 1950 for its successful residential summer camp programs for children and teens. These programs are designed to develop the leadership abilities of today’s youth — encouraging personal growth, self-confidence, positive relationships, and individual and group responsibility.

All staff are certified in CPR/AED/First Aid and properly certified/trained for their specific area of responsibility. They have gone through extensive training in child development, camp safety, recreational games, team building and magic making. All Program staff must be at least 18 years old. Cabin Counselors are volunteers from our Leadership Workshop (or have counseled for us in the past). Both groups must go through an application and interview process, provide letters of recommendation/references and clear required background checks.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Leadership Workshop is a one of a kind amazing program! Our high school age campers volunteer to assist with the planning of the week each year. From selecting the theme, to developing topics for General Sessions and Clinics, to recruiting the speakers to present this information to the group...they are involved in every aspect of the program development. There are no cabin counselors at Leadership Workshop...the campers select a different "Counselor of the Day" who will take on additional responsibilities and meet with the Leadership Counsel. The week is designed to see how far we can stretch them outside of their comfort zone while trying to foster a sense of community responsibility. To Lead Is To Serve is our "motto" but the theme of the week each year is different. This is the first session offered each year and where we recruit our volunteer Cabin Counselors

We also offer a CIT opportunity. Counselors In Training volunteer alongside a Cabin Counselor for the majority of the week. On the last day of the session, the CIT will take over the leadership of the cabin to get a real taste of making the decisions and coaching the group through the daily schedule.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:

We offer full or partial "camperships" of 25, 50, 75 or 100% of tuition coverage is available based on need. Please follow the financial assistance link on the home page of our website for details.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The last weekend of September each year is Women's Wellness Weekend (W3). This event is designed for women to come together in a nurturing environment where we do all the cooking and cleaning! We also provide wellness sessions/professionals, yoga, massages ($), manicures/pedicures/facials, craft classes, hiking, biking, and bird watching. Spend the weekend alone with a good book, with friends playing cards or join in on the group activities...it is your weekend to do whatever rejuvenates You!!! Check out our website for details.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Leadership Planning Committee/Advanced Leadership is the only program we offer all year. These kids, in addition to planning the Leadership Workshop, help us to give back to our communities by supporting local organizations that support school age children and their families.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For Session Dates/Descriptions please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.vbyc.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please login to Our Camp Website Link: www.VBYC.org for job postings or to fill out an application

CAMP FACILITIES: Facilities and accommodations vary from trip to trip.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Road Less Traveled as an organization was founded by Jim and Donna Stein in 1991, and has been successfully running safe, exciting, life-changing trips for teens ever since. Both Jim and Donna are still the current directors, and are integrally involved in every single aspect of the company. In the summer, they are on call 24/7, available both to parents as well as to our leaders in the field.

We are an ACA accredited organization with an impeccable track record. We believe in the process of accreditation. It allows us to compare our standards to other professionals in the industry. Our accreditation allows us to follow specific standards related to leader screening including use of application forms, reference checks, personal interviews, work history review, and background checks.

Many years ago, we were the first company serving young adults to require that all leaders have a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) medical certification. WFR training is far more advanced than standard first aid or wilderness first aid. In addition to this certification, we carry extensive first aid kits on all of our programs that include antibiotics and epinephrine. Contents, protocols, and standing orders are reviewed and updated every year by our Medical Director who is an MD.

Since our inception, RLT has been on the cutting edge of technological advances in communication. We began carrying Iridium satellite phones on all of our programs as soon as they were available. Today we continue to carry the latest in emergency communication systems. According to geographic location, programs are equipped with satellite phones, ground-to-air radios, and/or cellular phones providing the possibility of 24-hour access to medical help in case of emergency.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer many need-based scholarships and financial aid packages. Visit Geography of Hope's website to learn more: Our Camp Website Link: www.geographyofhope.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer Gap Year, custom trips as well as family programs in the winter, spring, and at the end of the summer. Please contact us at 773-342-5200 with any questions.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Flights, travel arrangements, and other trip-specific information is available on our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our Program Chart to see all trips, dates, and prices: Our Camp Website Link: www.theroadlesstraveled.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Trip Leader/Co-Leader

Travel domestically and/or internationally with a group of high-school and/or middle-school students, monitoring and facilitating community service, language/cultural immersion, and/or wilderness adventure trips

Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree or in the process of completing a degree. Equivalent experience working with teenagers in related field will be considered if not currently enrolled in school
• Experience Previous program leader experience working with and or teaching young people age ranging in age between 12-19. Knowledge of and experience with group dynamics, teaching or facilitating groups, supervision of meal planning, food preparation and cooking, managing logistics. Ability to teach program specific skills, environmental awareness, and related scientific, cultural, and historical knowledge pertaining to the regions through which you will travel and their relationship to each other.
• Strong Physical Condition
• Current CPR for the professional rescuer
• Current Wilderness First Responder, WEMT or EMT certification
• Current Red Cross lifeguard or Swiftwater rescue certifications preferred but not mandatory
• Current unrestricted valid drivers license with no major convictions during the previous three year period; driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving, hit and run, homicide or assault with a motor vehicle, drag racing, operating a motor vehicle without the owner's consent, license suspended or revoked within the previous three year period for accidents and or moving violations. Driving record should reflect no more than three moving violations and/or chargeable accidents during the previous three years

• For Adventure Programs: Knowledge of three or more wilderness travel methods. Whitewater rafting, sea kayaking, international trekking, biking, backpacking, technical rock or ice climbing and mountaineering. Mandatory requirements for adventure trips include: the ability to lead groups of students on backpacking trips of three to eight days, ability to comfortably lead through remote wilderness areas. This includes, but is not limited to, backpacking preparations, backcountry travel, route finding, campsite selection, equipment maintenance, Leave No Trace camping techniques in desert and alpine terrain and proper protocol in dense bear country.

All leaders must possess the ability to make prudent decisions in adverse conditions. International Service Learning and Language Immersion Programs: Leaders and must be highly proficient or fluent in the spoken language of the program country (Spanish, etc.) and have extensive experience with community service, international travel, managing multiple responsibilities abroad, experience and/or living abroad, cultural immersion. Knowledge of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Trekking, Surfing, and Snorkeling

• International Service learning and Language Exposure Programs: Leaders to have extensive experience with community service, international travel, managing multiple responsibilities abroad, experience and/or living abroad, cultural immersion. Knowledge of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Trekking, Surfing, Snorkeling

• Service Learning Programs: Leaders to have extensive experience with community service, experience managing multiple responsibilities, construction experience preferred. Knowledge of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Sea Kayaking, Whitewater Rafting, Rock Climbing, Hiking, PADI Scuba certified
• Ability and experience supervising co-instructors and participants
• Valid Passport
• Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicle
• Ability to communicate and work with teenagers and co-instructors, and provide necessary instruction
• Ability to creatively schedule programs, facilities, and co-instructors
• Ability to observe participant behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self -control
• Ability to follow written procedures as outlined in the leader-training manual
• Ability to support program philosophy and implement procedures
• Ability to work long hours
• Ability and experience in facilitating groups

Specific Responsibilities/Job Description
1. Plan, coordinate and execute daily activities and trip logistics
2. Monitor co-instructor and participant assignments for the day
3. Monitor groups and supervise co-instructors' responsibilities
4. Act as a positive role model for participants
5. Responsible for the relationships with general public, people of the land, and subcontractors
6. Monitor ongoing safety and provide education for co-instructor and participants
7. Supervise the health and safety of the participants and environment
8. Together with co-instructor and participant, plan and execute the evening program
9. Identify and address inappropriate behavior with participant or with other co-instructor, for actions that put health and safety of a participant at risk
10. Together with co-instructor, plan and implement evening program as needed
11. Management of financials and accounting including monitoring of expenditures, record keeping, advances, bookkeeping and end of trip summary of information
12. Management of gear, vehicles, inventory, storage, documentation and end of trip summary information
13. Evaluate co-instructor and perform reviews and summer end evaluations
14. Evaluate program and current season and make suggestions for following season

Dates of Employment
June through August seasonally - recommend early application.

Remuneration
Salary is commensurate with experience/certifications/qualifications. Your salary with The Road Less Traveled includes all food, lodging and transportation from the beginning through close of your trip. We also offer pro-deals on outdoor equipment from a variety of well-known manufacturers.

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED
Laura Dunmire-Director
2331 N Elston Court
Chicago, IL 60614
employment[AT]theroadlesstraveled.com

Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.theroadlesstraveled.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Beautiful HUGE recently renovated HS gym

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This camp focuses strictly on the fundamentals of ball-handling and dribbling. The staple of this camp is repetition and progression drill work. This is a high intensity basketball training camp that is intended to make the camper become a better basketball player by understanding and becoming a skilled ball handler and aggressive dribbler. Although the intent for this camp is to sharpen the fundamentals skills of ball handling, the campers will also learn valuable lessons in self-esteem, teamwork, and the value of hard work!

Our camp will enhance camper’s ball handling technique! Campers will be drilled in the art of advancing the ball as well as using the dribble to attack and score. Campers will also learn when the best times are to utilize dribbling.

Triple threat position, developing a feel for the ball, cross over, between the legs, reverse pivot, around the back, hesitation, retreat dribble, two ball dribbling, advantage area, developing good practice habits, changing directions with the dribble, knowing when to drive and when to shoot, beating the defender off the dribble, backing the ball out with a protective dribble, looking past the defender and the five second rule.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Aug 4 & 5 (M & TU) from 1:00pm until 4:30pm
Cost is $40.00 but if combined with PUREHOOP Shooting can get both for $65.00

CAMP FACILITIES: State of the art gymnastics facility that features some of the most accomplished club and collegiate coaches in the USA.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are a camp that is focused on teaching gymnastics skills in a safe yet high energy environment. This is a working camp but we still have time for FUN! This is the home of 2011 World Champion Jordyn Wieber and the camp is directed by 2011 World Team Head Coach and 2012 Olympic Team Head Coach, John Geddert

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Coaches attend free and are encouraged to participate and learn.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1- June 15-18 (Boys and Girls)
Session 2- June 19-22 (Girls)
Session 3- June 23-26 (Girls)
Session 4- June 27-30 (Girls)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Experienced coaches may apply to USATwistar[AT]aol.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a 4,500 square foot indoor facility housing 6 turf fields, and 2 outdoor baseball turf fields complete our newest addition to Total Sports Complex!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Total Sports Complex (TSC) in Wixom is now offering week-long summer camps all summer long! TSC provides a fun, safe and stimulating sports arena with counselors who are well trained in child care and entertainment.

TSC Wixom Summer Fun Camps give children the opportunity to play fun physical activities such as soccer, baseball, flag football, etc. as well as educational games, arts and crafts, even science experiments! Camp will be packed with outdoor activities, indoor games, and Friday fun-day with pizza party and water sports included – so be sure to bring a bathing suit. No need to worry about the weather, TSC Wixom has multiple indoor and outdoor turf fields so games will go on, rain or shine. Children will participate in groups organized by age and lead by counselors trained in coaching large groups, mediating conflict should it arise, and communication.

A daily itinerary will be posted on the Total Sports website the Monday prior to the beginning of each camp week. Purchase of lunch and snacks each day is available for additional cost, or please pack a lunch and snack for your child.

Call (248) 669-9817 for more information, or register online through the DASH portal at Our Camp Website Link: www.totalsportscomplex.com

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Total Sports Complex in Wixom offers numerous soccer, baseball, softball and performance training opportunities. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.totalsportscomplex.com to see all that we do!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
TSC Wixom Summer Day Camps Date(s) – Camps are held at Total Sports Complex in Wixom, MI Monday-Friday. Camp will begin at 9:00am and pick-up time at 3pm. Before & after care is optional, but available for an additional cost. Each camp is one week long with the choice of days attended.

Dates include June 17th-21st, June 24-28th, July 8th-12th, July 15th-19th, July 22nd-26th, July 2th-August 2nd, August 5th-9th, August 12th-16th, 2019.

TSC Wixom Summer Day Camps Cost – Camp costs are as low as $60 per day! Individual day options available or choose the entire week. TSC offers a $50 discount for siblings when each are registered for an entire week.

CAMP FACILITIES: Appledore IV is an 85-ft schooner with space to accommodate 9 trainees and 7 crew members in individual bunks. Appledore V is a 65-ft schooner with space to accommodate 6 trainees and 4 crew members in individual bunks.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Windward Bound Sail Training program is licensed by the State of Michigan as a Summer Camp and meets all requirements to hold and maintain this license.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarship funding may be available. Applicants will be asked to fill out an application and submit for approval.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: After the sailing season, Windward Bound graduates are asked to participate in various projects aboard Appledore IV and with BaySail, year-round. Active graduates may be asked to join the volunteer crew the following season.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Age Groups: 5th - 12th Grade
Times & Dates: 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.; June 22 – August 8; every Tuesday and Thursday (excluding July 4th, 11th, 18th & 20th due to gym closures)
Location: Freeland SportsZone
Fees: $35 per class for FSZ Members / $50 for Non-Members; $250 for 10 Class Package for FSZ Members / $300 for Non-Members

CAMP FACILITIES: We have three spacious rooms to hold our Tumbling Camp in. We have low beam, gymnastic mats, cheese mat, balls, and more!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: New Boys will be 1/2 Price!

CAMP FACILITIES: Located on 300 acres of woods and fields and along the shores of spring-fed Stewart Lake, we have four cabin groups for our summer campers, miles of trails, a sandy beach for swimming, playing fields for sports, a historic farmhouse with dining hall and kitchen, and a stone pillered pavilion for theater, dances and other camp activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our co-ed residential camp program, open to youth ages 7-17, combines elements of a traditional summer camp (swimming, sports, campfires, hikes, theater, dance, arts and crafts) with cooperative work projects (construction, organic gardening, trail maintenance and cleaning). In addition, educational activities focus on topics like climate change, food politics, social justice, ecosystems and the importance of critical thinking. Our focus on cooperation as an interpersonal strategy and viable economic alternative is embodied in our daily chores, work projects, decision making, camp store and other activities. We strive to build an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds, incomes, faiths, ethnicities, and gender identities.

We also offer several weekend programs for families throughout the year, such as Maple Syrup Weekends, Apple Cider Weekends, Spanish Immersion Weekends, and the Buttermilk Jamboree music festival. For more information, visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.circlepinescenter.org.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Young Adult Leader or YAL program serves campers who are 16 or 17 years old. They work closely with counselors to design a schedule that allows them to assist in various areas of camp like the waterfront, kitchen, or construction site, to get an idea for what type of camp employment they might seek in the future. While still participating in camp activities, they have some added responsibility to help lead programming and provide supervision.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Apple Cider weekend, Maple Syrup weekend, and Spanish Immersion weekend are just a few of the programs that Circle Pines Center offers throughout the year to people and families of all ages. See our web site for more details, at: Our Camp Website Link: www.circlepinescenter.org.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Buttermilk Jamboree folk music festival, June 16-18, 2017.
People's Institute family/adult camp, August 29 - September 4, 2017.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Circle Pines is committed to supporting sustainable agriculture and the slow food movement. Kitchen staff members work hard to provide delicious and nutritious meals from scratch using primarily local and organic ingredients. We source camp food from over 15 local farm families in Southwest Michigan. Meat dishes are prepared using pasture fed and humanely raised animals. Given advance notice, CPC can accommodate most dietary restrictions and allergies, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2017 Summer Camp dates and rates:
Session 1: July 9-22, two weeks, $1200.
Session 2: July 23-29, one week, $700.
Session 3: July 30-Aug 12, two weeks, $1200.
Camp rates change depending on the date of registration. For more information go to: circlepinescenter.org
For information on financial aid please contact us at: summercamp[AT]circlepinescenter.net

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Jobs:
Counselors
Health Officer / Camp Nurse
Kitchen Manager / Head Cook
Kitchen Assistants
Work Project Leaders: Construction, Garden
POC and LGBTQ+ candidates encouraged to apply! 

For complete summer jobs info, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.circlepinescenter.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our summer camps are held in our 25,00 square foot gymnastics facility. We have preschool gymnastics equipment for our smaller students and regulation size equipment for our older students.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer 22 different themed camps coached by our very qualified and safety certified staff. Gymnastic Training Center of Rochester has been in business for over 30 years and have trained many State, Regional and National Champions.

We exist to make a positive difference in the lives of our students. Our goal is to develop happy, healthy and confident children. We believe gymnastics training is the best way to achieve the physical and emotional well-being of children. We will strive for excitement, quality and innovation in every program that we offer and we will provide programs directed to building and supporting the aspirations and abilities of our students.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer 22 different themed camps for children 3.5 years - 12 years of age. Please see our website for further details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Summer Camps "Camp Fun" run from June 23-August 22. Please checkout our website for the exact days and times for any of our camps.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 18 cabins on a small lake in the middle of the state forest. Riding stables, 20 site RV park.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Vist camplivingwaters.org for more information.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: camplivingwaters.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
(4 sessions) Mondays, (Nov. 3, 10, 17 & 24 (2014) from 4:00-5:30). Cost is $40.00 for the 4 sessions

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 66 beds in heated cabins (great for winter camps), 20 beds in unheated cabins. We are located on Eagle Lake for wonderful water activities. Recreation/dining hall, and bathrooms with 4 showers each for boys and girls.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our staff attends team building and other educational programs to help teach the children.
Each staff member is CPR certified.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have CIT and LIT programs.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have numerous scholarships available. Visit our web to register.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Memorial Day Breakfast and Supper
Annual Golf outing
Halloween Festival
Festival of Trees
Winter Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our camps start on June 26 and run weekly thru August 19, 2016.

Each week has a special theme and activities, visit our website to register for the camp of your choice.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are hiring for our summer camps. Please visit our web page at Our Camp Website Link: www.campkidwell.org or email us at campkidwell[AT]btc-bci.com