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Campground Photo Contest

Submit your best Lake Michigan Family Campground photos from 2025 and you could win free camping in 2026!

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 the “official” United Methodist curriculum that is biblically-based, theologically sound and energizes campers and staff alike on their discipleship journey. This summer’s GRACE Way theme is based on the “Another Way” curriculum from InsideOut. It includes the stories about the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Saul and Ananias, John the Baptist, the daughters […]

Jackie Holdsworth’s Story: Lake Huron Retreat Center

One Guest Shares Her Story of Joy, Connection and Home From Karen Hand, Director Lake Huron Retreat Center As I welcomed guests to Lake Huron Retreat Center recently, one guest said she remembers coming to camp here in her teens. So, I asked her to share her memories with me. It’s our 80th year of […]

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!

4 Steps to Planning a Family Camp

So you’re thinking about planning a Family Camp for your church or organization, but where to start? It’s OK to start small and allow your event to grow as word spreads about what a great time it is for families of all ages and sizes. Pray for inspiration at every step and you’ll be blessed […]

Shorelines Quarterly Newsletter

Your quarterly Grace Outside camp and retreat newsletter brings you updates from Grace Outside and Michigan Area United Methodist Camping, as well as our waterfront destinations: Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat, Lake Michigan Family Campground and Lake Huron Retreat Center. Read the recent Shorelines Newsletters: December 2024 September 2024 June 2024 March 2024