Day Camp Options
YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin has over 100 years of camping experience and is located on beautiful Barlow Lake in Middleville, Michigan. Our beautiful, natural setting provides an excellent opportunity for all who visit. We are committed to providing a camp experience rich in tradition centered on our core values, with a Christian emphasis, and allowing all who participate to gain 21st century skills, independence and life long memories.
Day Camp - $325
Ages: Completed K-6th Grades • Co-Ed
At our Traditional Day Camp, your camper will build friendships, learn valuable life lessons, and make memories through a variety of fun and engaging activities. Day Camp is the perfect stepping stone for campers who want to prepare for the Overnight Camp experience.
Week | Dates | Theme |
|---|---|---|
1 | June 10 – 14 | Coming soon! |
2 | June 17 – 21 | Coming soon! |
3 | June 24 – 28 | Coming soon! |
4 | July 1 – 3 (Camp Corral) | Coming soon! |
5 | July 7-12 | Coming soon! |
6 | July 14-19 | Coming soon! |
7 | July 21 – 26 | Coming soon! |
8 | July 28 – August 2 | Coming soon! |
Kinder Day Camp - $325
Ages: 4-5 Years • Co-Ed
Kinder Campers participate in Traditional Day Camp activities adapted to be age appropriate for our youngest campers. This program is designed to be an introduction to day camp programming for preschool-aged campers.
Week | Dates | Theme |
|---|---|---|
1 | June 10 – 14 | Coming soon! |
2 | June 17 – 21 | Coming soon! |
3 | June 24 – 28 | Coming soon! |
4 | July 1 – 3 (Camp Corral) | Coming soon! |
5 | July 7-12 | Coming soon! |
6 | July 14-19 | Coming soon! |
7 | July 21 – 26 | Coming soon! |
8 | July 28 – August 2 | Coming soon! |
Day Camp for Individuals with Special Needs - $325
Ages: Completed 2nd-12th grades • Co-Ed
An Accredited Recreational Program by the National Inclusion Project (one of the first eight), this camp is designed to welcome campers with differing abilities and needs. Campers participate in Traditional Day Camp activities through an adapted schedule to ensure they have a meaningful camp experience. All Special Needs Day Campers must apply for this program by emailing camp@grymca.org or calling 888.909.2267.
Week | Dates | Theme |
|---|---|---|
1 | June 10 – 14 | Coming soon! |
2 | June 17 – 21 | Coming soon! |
3 | June 24 – 28 | Coming soon! |
4 | July 1 – 3 (Camp Corral) | Coming soon! |
5 | July 7-12 | Coming soon! |
6 | July 14-19 | Coming soon! |
7 | July 21 – 26 | Coming soon! |
8 | July 28 – August 2 | Coming soon! |
Day Camp Add-Ons
Bus Transportation - $40
Daily bus transportation to and from YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin is available from multiple locations around the Grand Rapids area.
| AM Pickup | Location | PM Dropoff |
|---|---|---|
| 7:15AM | David D. Hunting YMCA - Downtown | 5:45PM |
| 7:20AM | Meijer Knapp's Corner | 5:50PM |
| 7:40AM | SpartanNash YMCA - Byron Center | 5:20PM |
| 7:40AM | Breton Downs Elementary - East Grand Rapids | 5:30PM |
| 8:00AM | Mary Free Bed YMCA - Cascade | 5:05PM |
| 8:00AM | Meijer Gaines Twp | 5:00PM |
Day Camp Horse Experience - $100
This add-on experience is an option for Day Campers in 2nd-6th grade (8+ years). Campers will get the opportunity to spend designated time with our horses in addition to their regular day camp programs.
Packing List
Campers should bring a backpack to camp every single day.
- Swimsuit and towel (one piece or trunks recommended)
- Reusable water bottle
- Hat and/or sunglasses
- Rain gear and boots (if needed)
- Sunscreen (spray preferred)
- Bug spray (optional)
- A book for reading time
- One item to tie-dye (white t-shirt, bandana, etc.)
Day Camp Activities
Theme Weeks
2024 THEMES COMING SOON!
Sample Schedule
Time | Activity |
|---|---|
8:30am | Bus Arrival |
8:45am | Flag Raising and Announcements |
9:00am | Chapel |
9:30am | Activity #1 |
10:30am | Activity #2 |
11:30am | Lunch |
12:15pm | Activity #3 |
1:15pm | Activity #4 |
2:15pm | Activity #5 |
3:30pm | Snack |
3:40pm | Big Group Game |
4:20pm | Flag Lowering |
4:30pm | Bus Depart |
