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Camp Philosophy

  • Small-Group / family like structure

  • YMCA Values emphasized & practiced

  • Campers grow in community / social skills

  • Campers grow through new experiences

  • Meaningful time to build lasting friendships

Camp Staff

  • Carefully Selected staff

  • Variety of backgrounds, diverse

  • Highly trained and certified where applicable

  • Many pursuing education, social work, or recreation degrees

  • Specialized staff for activities

  • Provide 1:4 supervision ration

  • CPR & First Aid certified

Safety & Accreditation

  • Accredited by the American Camp Association

  • Licensed by the State of Michigan

  • Adherence to YMCA Model Practices for Camping

  • Local Health Department and Fired Safety Inspections

  • 24-Hour On-Site Camp Nurse

  • On-Call Physician in nearby West Branch

  • Local EMS access and regional hospital

Facility Features

  • 300 private, wooded acres

  • Beautiful spring fed lake

  • Abundant natural wildlife habitat

  • Comfortable, modern cabins with built-in bunks

  • Clean, modern restrooms with private stalls

  • Nutritious family-style meals in our Main Lodge


Mission Statement: The YMCA of Saginaw is an association of all people united in a common effort to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that enrich the spirit, mind and body for all.

 

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