Who We Are Camps & Programs Store & Awards What’s New Support AYF Opportunities Alumni REGISTER DONATE VISIT US Miniwanca Set on 360 wooded acres and a mile of private Lake Michigan shoreline, Miniwanca is a breathtaking and inspiring setting for growth. Set on 360 wooded acres and a mile of private Lake Michigan shoreline, Miniwanca is a breathtaking and inspiring setting for growth. Towering sand dunes and pines line our beach and a second, inland lake provides the perfect setting for swimming, sailing, and canoeing. Our days are simpler. We challenge often but have more fun. The outdoors is our home. We work together to create a community where individuals are respected, and where our values guide our actions. We gain confidence. We share. We have fun. As we build back from the pandemic, the AYF looks forward to serving more youth in 2022 than in 2021. Miniwanca will add an additional session, offering more opportunities to experience the mission of best self and balanced living. Session A: June 26 to July 8 Session B: July 10 to July 29 Registration Summer 2022 registration will return to a first come, first served enrollment model (pending medical review), and waitlists will be created when programs fill. Registration will take place in two stages: Sunday, Nov. 7: Priority registration for existing camp families will open at 6 p.m. ET. Monday, Nov. 15: Registration for new camp families will open at 8 a.m. ET. A $300 fee is due upon registration. The AYF is committed to making summer camp accessible to all youth through financial aid and scholarship. REGISTER Vaccination Requirements The health and safety of our AYF community is our top priority. All summer 2022 staff and participants eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine are required to be fully vaccinated before their session starts. Proof of vaccination will be collected before arrival at camp. 2022 Program Offerings and Rates 2022 campers can experience a variety of program options this summer, both in camp and on the trail. Click each program name below for more details. 2022 Four Trails Details The AYF is committed to offering challenging adventure-based programs that enable experiential learning. During the ongoing pandemic, our traditional Four Trails experience will be affected by supply chain limitations, transportation and travel restrictions, and the continued care of our campers’ health and safety. This season’s adventure trips will involve hiking, canoeing, or kayaking, as well as service learning. As we continue to evaluate the global landscape, we will finalize specific destinations and itineraries and share this information in early 2022. Refund Policy If you decide the 2022 programs will not fit your camper’s needs after registration, the AYF will fully refund your registration fee and any additional payments if you cancel on or before Feb. 11, 2022. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to email miniwancacamps@ayf.com. Thank you for your continued support! REGISTER SUMMER 2022 FAQ AYF BLOG CAMP STORE Camps & Programs Show : ALL PROGRAMS SUMMER PROGRAMS YEAR ROUND PROGRAMS Darer and Seeker Girls GIRLS CAMP ENTERING GRADES 3-8 SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 2 weeks or 3 weeks MORE INFO Darer and Seeker Boys BOYS CAMP ENTERING GRADES 3-8 SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 2 weeks or 3 weeks MORE INFO Avail BOYS CAMP & GIRLS CAMP ENTERING GRADES 9-12 SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 2 weeks and 3 weeks MORE INFO Explorer BOYS CAMP & GIRLS CAMP ENTERING GRADE 9 SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 3 weeks MORE INFO Adventurer BOYS CAMP & GIRLS CAMP ENTERING GRADE 10 SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 3 weeks MORE INFO Voyageur BOYS CAMP & GIRLS CAMP ENTERING GRADES 11 AND 12 SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 5 weeks MORE INFO National Leadership Conference SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 8 Days MORE INFO Virtual SSW JULY 28-AUGUST 1, 2021 ADULTS SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 4 days MORE INFO Alumni and Family Weekend CAMPERS OF ALL AGES SEASON: Summer SESSIONS: 4 days MORE INFO School & Youth Programs SEASON: Year Round SESSIONS: Short term residential MORE INFO College Programs SEASON: Year Round SESSIONS: Short term residential MORE INFO Group Retreats SEASON: Year Round SESSIONS: Short term residential MORE INFO Staff Emily Knuth Miniwanca Girls Camp Director Michael Harter Miniwanca Director of Programs Griffin Vogler Miniwanca Director of Operations Lisa Boucher Camp Registrar Miniwanca Shelby, MI 49455 231-861-2262 GOOGLE MAPS LOCATIONS MINIWANCA 8845 W Garfield Rd. Shelby, MI 49455 231-861-2262 231-861-5244 (fax) MERROWVISTA 147 Canaan Rd. Ctr. Tuftonboro, NH 03816 603-539-6607 603-539-7504 (fax) DEVELOPMENT 6357 Clayton Rd. St. Louis, MO 63117 314-719-4343 314-719-4348 (fax) SEARCH THIS SITE Search NAVIGATION Register Donate Visit Us CONTACT US CONNECT SOCIAL MEDIA AYF Facebook Miniwanca Facebook Merrowvista Facebook