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Let’s GO Play!

It’s all good in the Woods!

Wesley Woods is a full-service, year-round camp and retreat center in southwest Michigan (Dowling is 20 minutes northwest of Battle Creek, or one hour southwest of Lansing). Guests have found this to be a grace-filled, natural retreat setting for over 65 years. As a Grace Outside Destination, you’ll find Wesley Woods offers fun, outdoor activities and comfortable retreat lodging.

Grace Outside Hospitality

Our Promise: Offering spaces and programs where everyone is welcome, safe and free to explore your faith in the beautiful outdoors and comfortable facilities.

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Summer Camp Program

June – August

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Retreat Season

August – mid June: Schools, sports teams (cross country, football, soccer, etc.), band camps, reunions, church groups and nonprofits may book Wesley Woods. Ask for an estimate for your group! Let us know the size of the group, your preferred dates, how many meals you want included, etc. We’ll make it easy for you!

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2024-2025 Dates Still Available

Guest Groups: Ask about special rates for 2024! 

Facilities

Book Your Event: 269-721-8291 or info@wesleywoodsmi.org
Contact us to book a tour, reserve part or all of the camp for your next event. Call, email or use the inquiry form to reach out. Download Event Planner Guide

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Retreat Center

16 rooms, each w/ two twin beds, a desk and sink with counter
Suite-style bathrooms (shared between two guest rooms)

 


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Daisy/Trillium Lodge

8 bunk beds plus 1 single bed in each in 2 rooms (34 Beds Total)
Bathrooms with a shower in each room
Lounge, Kitchen


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Main Lodge

Flexible Meeting Space

2 Bunkrooms

  • North bunkroom: 7 bunks and 2 twin beds (16 beds).
  • South: 4 bunks and 2 twin beds (10 beds). Two bathrooms with showers.

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Cabins

11 cabins with 5 bunk beds and two twins per cabin (10 sleep 12, 1 sleeps 10)

Total 130 beds

Seasonal


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Dining Rooms

2 Dining Rooms, each seats approximately 100 people with tables and chairs
1 VIP Dining Room, seats 41


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Chapel

Flexible Meeting Space
Seating with tables/chairs 73
Seating with chairs only 157


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Outdoor Chapel

Large outdoor meeting spaces overlooking the lake. Bench seating.

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Outdoor Chapel (North)

Small outdoor meeting space overlooking the lake. Bench seating.

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Facilities

Swimming Pool

Waterfront (canoeing/kayaking)

Sports Fields


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Activities

Enjoy nature’s playground at Wesley Woods’ 300 acres of forest, fields and waterfront. These awesome activities will get you energized and connected with friends. Summer campers enjoy these plus crafts, Legos, games, Bible study, chapel, singing, science, and more.

Archery**

Campfires

Swimming Pool**

Field Games

Canoeing

Kayaking

Soccer Field

Basketball

Standup Paddle Boarding

Baseball Field

Hiking

Sand Volleyball

Gaga Ball

Crafts

Nine Square in the Air

Legos

Playground

Broomball (Winter)

Bird Watching

Sledding (Winter)

** Additional fees may apply to rental groups (not summer camp)

Upcoming Events

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Nov 09 2024

Fall Clean-Up Day

Families, All Ages • November 9-November 9, 2024
Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center

We love our volunteers! Come on out and give some time to your favorite camp and retreat destination — together we can keep Wesley Woods beautiful! Families, individuals and groups are welcome! Tasks include: grounds clean-up, indoor cleaning, cabin sponsors clean cabins, prepare camp for winter Lunch provided at 1pm. Please RSVP with the number […]

Jun 15 2025

Explore the GRACE Way-High School Camp

Grades 10th - 13 • June 15-June 21, 2025
Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center

High school students entering grades 10-13 are invited to a life-changing week of worship, community, discussion, encouragement, rest, campfires, swimming, kayaking, archery, games, fun, and serving full of GRACE! Every week includes outdoor activities, age-appropriate Bible study and devotions, small group time, unstructured time for rest, music and worship, crafts, and more. Trained staff and […]

Jun 22 2025

Create the GRACE Way-All Ages ARTS Camp

Ages 8 - 18 • June 22-June 28, 2025
Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center

Campers explore various art forms to express themselves, discover the unique character of Jesus and learn about the many facets of GRACE. In addition to your favorite camp activities, choose creative activities like drama/improv, dance, digital storytelling and animation, music, drawing, painting and crafts. Small group camp model where elementary, middle and high school campers […]

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Contact Us

Call or email to make reservations

Marie Mohler, Office Manager

1700 Clear Lake
Dowling, MI 49050

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