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Area Summer Camps
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Academic Summer Camps:Varying Ages 8-15
Bethel’s Academic Camps provide campers, from ages 8 – 15, with the opportunity to explore the vast world of Academics. Treasures are waiting to be unearthed in the fields of Anatomy, Art, Creative Writing, Engineering, Journalism, Languages, and Musical Theatre, so join us in this journey of fun and intellectual discovery. Our camps are run by college professors who have significant experience and expertise in their respective fields that they are channeling into a fun, hands-on experiential learning format. - Bethel College Sport Camps: Varying Ages 5-18
Bethel College is an evangelical Christian college that is affiliated with the Missionary Church. It is located in the Mishawaka/South Bend area. Bethel College creates their sports camps in a way to assist in the development of children. They seek to draw out the greatest potential in each individual child while integrating their faith in Jesus Christ. - Prairie Camp: Kindergarten – 12th grade & Family Camp
Prairie Camp is in operation to provide a retreat experience to an ever increasingly fast-paced world. We strive to create programming that introduces individuals to Christ, disciples them to foster growth, and subsequently challenges them to take and live their faith in everyday life.
Bethel College does not endorse any of the following camps. We provide them only as a resource for you. It is your responsibility to do your research on any of these camps.
- Camp Tannadoonah: Ages 6-13
Camp Tannadoonah is a resident camp in Vandalia, Michigan where youth develop friendships and learn about the great outdoors. Campers at Tannadoonah have the opportunity to live in a peaceful and rustic natural environment in the woods above Birch Lake in Vandalia, Michigan. - Camp Tawanchi: Ages 6-11
Camp Tawanchi is a day camp located at Merrifield Park and hosted by the River Bend Council and the Mishawaka Park Department. Youth participate in crafts, sports and games, archery, swimming, and educational opportunities in an outdoor setting. - KidsAroundTheBend.com
This is a central site for children and family events and attractions in Michiana. In addition, to utilizing it as a resource, if you are involved in organizations that provide such events and attractions, it is also free to list them at this site. - Notre Dame Summer Sports Camps:Varying Ages 4-18
The University of Notre Dame’s institutional mission is to attain the highest standards of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and selected fields of research in a community of learning where truth is seen to be informed by belief and where, specifically, the Catholic faith and intellectual tradition are celebrated and lived. - Steve Vaught's Summer Magic Camp 2009: Ages 7-12
This 15-hour course in magic and illusion is designed to give the beginner and advanced beginner the opportunity to explore a variety of types of magic tricks. Steve Vaught, one of northern Indiana’s leading magic educators and a professional magician, will lead this fun workshop - Blackthorn Junior Program: Ages 7-14
Blackthorn is a golf club focused on great customer service and earning high-honors from golfers every day. The Junior program is a day camp which includes six 50-minute lessons with topics ranging from Rules and Etiquette, Swing Fundamentals, and Practice Drills to Short Game. - St. Mary’s Summer Camps: Girls Only
- Sports Camps: entering grades 6-11
Saint Mary’s College is a Catholic, residential, women’s college in the liberal arts tradition. A pioneer in the education of women, the College is an academic community where women develop their talents and prepare to make a difference in the world. St. Mary’s offers one week athletic camps that focus on team and individual skill development. - Fine Arts Camp: entering grades 5-9
The St Mary’s Fine Arts Camp offers the opportunity to receive instruction in music, art, dance, theatre, and creative writing. No previous experience in any of the art forms is necessary. - Summer Academy: entering grades 8-12
Academically and artistically motivated young women may select any combination from three available courses of study: Math and Science Exploration, Visual and Performing Arts, and Language Arts Encounter. Students also learn about college life, within the safe and enriching environment of Saint Mary's College.
- Sports Camps: entering grades 6-11
- Camp Ray Bird: Ages 7-16
The mission of Ray Bird Ministries, Inc. is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the "at-risk" children and teens of the Michiana area, nurture those believers through memorable camping experiences and prepare them for participation in local churches. - Michiana Christian Service Camp: Ages 5- Grade 12
Michiana Christian Service Camp is committed to sharing the faith of Jesus Christ in a positive and exciting way. It is their purpose to prepare people for eternity. They offer a variety of camps for different ages, including: Wilderness, Deeper Life, First Chance, Boys Only, Girls Only, and various other events. All the events are centered on God. - YMCA Camp Eberhart: Ages 7-18
Camp Eberhart has been serving campers and their families for nearly 100 years. Situated on beautiful Corey Lake, YMCA Camp Eberhart is five miles west of Three Rivers in southwest lower Michigan. Their goal is to provide a fun summer camp for children where they can learn and play in the outdoors. - Curious Kids Museum: All ages
The Curious Kids' Museum is a hands-on children's museum dedicated to stimulating the curiosity of children from 1-100 with educational exhibits and programs which challenge the senses and offer unique learning opportunities. They offer a variety of camp activities such as: Dinosaurs, Farm, cooking like a real chef, treasure hunts, fishing, American Girls, and many more fun events. - Boys and Girls Club: Children already in kindergarten to children finishing 6th grade
Boys & Girls Club is a safe place to learn and grow – all while having fun. They strive to be a Positive Place For Kids. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Summer day camps are offered from 7:30-5:30, Monday through Friday. - South Bend Regional Art Museum: Ages 8-12
The SBRMA College Residency is a unique opportunity for artists to engage in a challenging environment of self-direction. “Students will explore the depths of their imaginations through a wide range of mediums and activities!.” - Potowatomi Zoo: Ages 5-17
The Potowatomi Zoo offers a variety of summer camps for students. The camps help the children appreciate different types of wildlife including: birds, different mammals, extinct animals, and more. Children will get to have an up close and personal look at the zoo. - Holy Cross College : Ages 8-14
Youth Summer Enrichment Camp - Law Enforcement Camp: Entering Grades 4th – 9th
This camp is a fundraiser for the D.A.R.E. program that is designed to educate students who are interested in a career in law enforcement. This camp will consist of two eight-hour days of learning daily operations of our police department. Upon completion of the camp, each student will receive a certificate and a camp t-shirt. Breakfast and lunch will be provided both days. - IUSB Summer Enrichment Camps: Grades 4 - 9
-Website will not be updated for summer until early May
IUSB offers a Mini-University camp for students who want to challenge themselves intellectually. There are a wide variety of course in areas such as: math, drawing, science, etc. - Marian High School Summer Camps:
