Volunteer NOMADS Make a Big Impact
Volunteers are the lifeblood for many nonprofit organizations, and we are no exception. We are grateful for their hard work and joyful energy for our mission.
The GRACE Way – Summer Camp Theme
Grace Outside uses United Methodist curriculum that is biblically-based and energizes campers and staff alike on their discipleship journey. Campers learn a different way of doing life — a grace-filled way based on the unexpected things Jesus taught, including how to...
Summer Camp Builds Lifelong Faith Pathways
Christian Camp and Retreat ministries empowers guests to have foundational and transformative experiences. Because of your support, they get to:
Commune with the Creator God
Live in a safe, nurturing community
Bubble up with the joy of God’s love
And share it with the world!
Adopt a Cabin at Wesley Woods
From the serene setting of Wesley Woods Camp and Retreat Center in Dowling, MI, we send our sincere thanks to our amazing “Adopt A Cabin” volunteers! Your hard work and dedication have helped us create a special place for campers and guests to connect with...
ACA Accreditation Renewed for Wesley Woods
Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat, a Grace Outside destination, has received American Camp Association® (ACA) ACA-Accredited® Camp status. “ACA accreditation means that Wesley Woods/Grace Outside submitted to a thorough review (up to 266 standards) of its...
Volunteers Shine at Camp
Volunteers Shine at Camp We are grateful for scores of volunteers who helped clean up all three sites this spring! Volunteers are still needed for several summer programs. Consider being part of a meaningful summer camp experience, sharing God’s love and Grace...
Building & Remodeling for You!
June 2024 Updates Michigan Area United Methodist Camping’s Board of Directors dedicated the income from the sale of camp properties to site improvements and investments (not for operations). In the last few years, over $2 million has been invested in site renovations...
Summer Camp Internships
More Than a Summer Job Grace Outside announces the return of its summer intern program. We are grateful to the Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church for the funding grant that fuels the summer camp internship program. The ideal candidates are...
Scholarships
Local Church Scholarships If you, or someone you know, need extra help paying for summer camp, check with your local church. Churches are very supportive of United Methodist Camping, and many offer camp scholarships. Michigan Area United Methodist Camping Scholarships...