Summer Camps
2026 In the Wilderness
The Wilderness is a holy place, full of the amazingness of God’s creation. Campers spend a week this summer experiencing the wild and wonderful gifts of God’s presence, rest, adventure, community and empowerment as they explore nature and the fun activities of camp! GRACE Outside awaits all campers. This will be the best week of their summer!
Let’s GO! Choose a camp below based on the grade you are going into Fall 2026.
Youth Summer Camps take place at Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat in Dowling, Michigan and elementary, middle school and high school camps are run by volunteer teams.
Adventure Camps go through Lake Michigan Family Campground in Pentwater, Michigan.
Looking for Adults Camps? Click here.
- Grades 10-13
- June 14-19
- email for info or register
- highschool@graceoutside.org
- Grade 9-12
- July 26-August 1
- email for info or register
- registrar@lakemichigancamp.org
- Ages 4 through middle school
- Grandparents any age
- June 28-July 1
- email for info or register
- registrar@wesleywoodsmi.org
- Ages 4 through 3rd grade
- Grandparents any age
- June 28-July 1
- email for info or register
- registrar@wesleywoodsmi.org
- Grades 7-9
- July 19-24
- email for info or register
- elementary1@graceoutside.org
- Grades 3-6
- July 19-24
- email for info or register
- elementary1@graceoutside.org
Activities
Every camp includes outdoor activities, games, swimming, waterfront (kayaks, canoes, paddle boards), archery, age-appropriate Bible study/devotions, small group time, unstructured time for rest, music and worship, crafts, and more. Parents appreciate how camp builds resilience, independence and fosters personal growth. Campers come back each year because amongst the fun and friends, they are empowered by God’s love to be their best selves.
Archery
Campfires
Swimming Pool
Crafts
Field Games
Hiking
Nine Square in the Air
Gaga Ball
Playground
Standup Paddle Boarding
Kayaking
Canoeing
Bible Study
Praise & Worship
Legos
Sand Volleyball
Basketball
Soccer Field
Camps
Grace Outside invites you to step outside your day-to-day routine and grow into your best self. You’ll be surrounded by friends and counselors who offer support, love and encouragement as you try new things, discover new skills, learn about God’s grace, and create your best summer memories.
2026 Theme:
In the Wilderness
Personal Growth
Through fun and adventure, camp helps young people grow in self confidence, social skills, leadership, appreciation and regard for others.
Community Building
Summer camp creates an intentional community based on Christian hospitality — welcoming and loving everyone where they are.
Spiritual Foundation
Campers grow closer to God and walk their own faith journey through Christian teaching and role models, the awe of connecting with nature, and living in community.
Camp Affordability
Affordability should never be a barrier to attending camp. If you need financial help, contact your local church. Additional funds may be available from Grace Outside, contact the registrar at the site you want to attend.
Upcoming Events
Can you help?
When you give to the Camp Affordability Fund, you help campers experience the fun, joy and love of Grace Outside programs. Consider a monthly gift to support this mission year-round. Thank you!
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