9th Grade Camps

Pathfinders Judson Collins Center
Grades 8-12. Pathfinders will enjoy exciting camp activities that will help them learn more about themselves and their community as they gain skills to choose wise paths for their lives. Some of the options include the high ropes course, overnight canoe trip on Wamplers Lake, advanced outdoor cooking, tie die, leather crafts, evening swimming, and astronomy.  Cost:  $335.
July 4 @ 3pm - July 9 @ 3pm. Event: JC0704-P
July 18 @ 3pm - July 23 @ 3pm. Event: JC0718-P

Pathfinders Plus Horse Sampler Judson Collins Center
Grades 8-12. Want to try horse camp out and see what it is like? Then this is your program! You will learn the basics of grooming, how to saddle and ride. You will experience all the fun of camp while saving a few mornings for riding. Riding will be held off-site. Cost $415.
July 4 @ 3pm - July 9 @ 3pm. Event: JC0704-PS

Pathfinders Plus Ranch Judson Collins Center
Grades 8-12. Saddle up, cowboys and cowgirls, round up those doggies.  You will spend time each day off-site riding a horse and learning how to care for it.  You will get a chance to meet a veterinarian, learn how to toss a lasso from a semi-pro roper, see what a pro-rodeo cowboy does in real life, and have the chance to test your ability to stay on a mechanical bull. You will live at the farm learning about and taking care of the animals like a real rancher. Cost: $440
July 11@ 3pm - July 16 @ 3pm. Event: JC0711-PR

Pathfinder Plus Night Owl Judson Collins Center
Grades 8-12. Do you come alive at night? Do you love hanging out and sharing with friends, doing crazy activities in the dark, or learning more about the night sky?  If so, join us for a week of wild and crazy nights.  You’ll spend time by the campfire, play glow in the dark games, and even enjoy a night field trip. Cost: $345
June 20 @ 3pm - June 25 @ 3pm. Event: JC0620-PN

Pathfinders Plus Adventure Judson Collins Center
Grades 8-12. You will have opportunities to stretch your limits in team work and personal self-esteem on the challenge course and high ropes course, experience an overnight canoe trip and camp-out, and other adventure activities. Cost: $375
June 27 @ 3pm -July 2 @ 3pm. Event: JC0627-PA
July 25 @ 3pm - July 30 @ 3pm. Event: JC0725-PA

BabySitters Camp Kinawind
Ages 11-14. Become an American Red Cross certified babysitter. This camp includes training in First Aid, CPR and Babysitter Training as well as traditional camp activities like swimming, boating and cookouts. Participants must pass skills tests and written tests to receive certifications. Cost: $379
July 11 @ 4pm - July 17 @ 10am. Event: CK0711-BT. Dean H Laskos

GuardStart Camp Kinawind
Ages 11-14. This program will teach water safety and the duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard as well as First Aid and CPR. However, this course will not certify anyone to be a lifeguard. It will build a foundation of knowledge, attitudes and skills in preparation for the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course. Also included in the week are traditional camp activities like swimming, boating and cookouts. Participants must pass skills tests and written tests to receive certifications. Cost: $379
July 11 @ 4pm - July 17 @ 10am. Event: CANCELLED. Dean H Laskos

Girls Horse Camp Kinawind
Grades 8-12. This camp is for horseback riders who want an introduction in riding, terminology, safety, and fun! Horsemanship will be taught daily as campers get to know the horses and practice riding in the ring with an instructor. Other camp activities may include boating, hiking, swimming, cookouts, Bible study and sleepouts. Campers will spend 3 hours off site daily with the horses.
Grades 8-12. August 1 @ 4pm - August 7 @ 10am. *CK0801-GH*. Dean F Elmore $480
*Please note event number has changed from the brochure

South Manitou Camp Kinawind
Grades 6-9. Arrive at Kinawind, travel by ferryboat across Lake Michigan, and backpack a short distance to a beautiful group site for two nights, three days, on historic South Manitou Island. Learn about God while exploring His creation, cooking out, swimming and tenting with your small group. Cost: $370.
July 18 @ 4pm - July 24 @ 10am. Event: CK0718-SM. Dean J Smith

Mackinac Island Camp Kinawind
Grades 6-9. Whether you’re a camping veteran or a newcomer you can liven up your summer with the camp that gives you all the fun of a Woods Camp AND a day trip to Mackinac Island.
July 25 @ 4pm - July 31 @ 10am. Event: CK0725-MI. Dean J Mannschreck

Water Adventure Camp Kinawind
Grades 6-9. Do you like the water but are too old for water games camp? Then come experience the water in a whole new way with this camp! We will be in, on, and around the water while swimming, canoeing, kayaking, learning about God, and more! We will start on Thumb Lake, but will work our way up to the ultimate water adventure on an overnight river trip. River trip will be off site. Cost: $348
August 1 @ 4pm - August 7 @ 10am. Event: CK0801-WA. Dean W Thomas

Dune Survivor Camp Kinawind
Grades 7-10. Come be a "Survivor" at this woods camp! Your group will be presented with exciting challenges throughout the week, including the ultimate challenge of a one day field trip to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Cost: $342
July 11 @ 4pm - July 17 @ 10am. Event:CANCELLED. Dean D Huseltine

Night Owl Camp Kinawind
Grades 7-12. Do you enjoy staying up late? Do you like to share nights with friends, gazing at the stars, cooking out over a campfire, hiking in the moonlight, playing in the dim light, and sitting around the glow of a campfire at the foot of a cross, sharing faith stories and studying God’s Word? If so, then this is the camp for you and your friends! Register today for this memorable night adventure. Included is a mid-week field trip. Cost: $342
July 11-17 CK0711-DS Dean D McMunn

Black River Canoe Camp Kinawind
Grades 8-12. Canoe and camp in Michigan's wilderness! Meet the physical challenge of canoeing while developing bonds of trust and respect with your fellow campers. Experience Christ's love while you laugh, paddle, study the Bible, sing, swim, and cook meals over a campfire. Equiptment list is provided after registration. Cost: $342
July 11 @ 4pm -July 17@ 10am. Event: CK0711-DS. Dean E Stone

Superior Backpack Camp Kinawind
Grades 9-12. Offered once every three years, discover why Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and the North Country Trail are highlights among beginning and novice backpackers. As a camp we follow the trails paralleling the lower shoreline, enjoying miles of sandy beaches and warm flowing streams. Then we climb to the rim of the famous rock formations for vista views of Lake Superior and ancient geological formations. The journey includes stops at Miners Castle, Spray Falls and Seven-Mile beach. Cost: $379
June 27 @ 4pm - July 3 @ 10am. CK0627-SB Dean S Crabtree $379

Grand Adventure Kayak Camp Kinawind
Grades 9-13. Join us as we kayak, bike and hike Lake Superior’s picturesque Grand Island. We will spend a week exploring spectacular sea cliffs, arches, and sea caves; lovely sand beaches; hardwood forests, and miles of trails to hike and bike. Cost: $379
July 18 @ 4pm - July 24 @ 10am. Event: *CK0718-GA*. Dean J Kelly
*Please note event number change from the brochure.

Beaver Island Kayak Camp Kinawind
Grades 9-13. Come explore the beautiful Beaver Island archipelago in the middle of northern Lake Michigan in the best way possible: by sea kayak. We will teach you everything you need to know about the ancient and invigorating sport of kayaking to journey between these “Emerald islands,” as well as to share a cool adventure with others. No past kayak experience required, and all equipment is provided, except for personal gear. By living as Christian community, we will embody the truth of our lives expressed by John Donne so long ago: “None of us is an island.” Wilderness camping, hiking, and exploring complement our daily reflections on the life of faith. Led by pastors Chris Lane and Dan Duncan, lovers of adventure and Christ, and past leaders of many such camps. Cost: $379
July 25 @ 4pm - July 31 @ 10am. Event:CK0725-BI Deans Duncan & Lane

Collins Crew Judson Collins Center
Grades 9-12. Come and be part of an awesome leadership development program which we introduced in 2009, designed for older youth who have over three years of camping experience.  In this program, campers will have the opportunity to develop leadership skills, learn more about what happens at camp, and have the chance to deepen their relationship with God. As a participant in Collins Crew, you will be challenged in your relationship with God as you live on-site for a two-week program (campers go home over the weekend) and serve alongside our staff in a variety of different camp departments. As well as being mentored and working with our staff, you’ll enjoy fun activities like waterfront time, games and activities, hang-out times and even an off-site trip. Crew and CIT will interact, and participate in some of the same activities. Cost:  $460.
July 11 @ 3pm - July 23 @ 3pm. Event: FULL