Back by popular demand, this year's Wilderness Camp promises to be an incredible time for campers! Those in this program will have the opportunity to experience a pristine wilderness setting by backpacking through Michigan's Upper Peninsula. While disconnected from society without the normal modern conveniences, you will be in an environment to learn navigational, survival, and leadership skills from our qualified instructor. The entire experience will prove to be physically challenging, but also spiritually encouraging as time is allotted each day for the Bible study to be integrated into the wilderness experience.
Cost
- The $30 Registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Incentive: For every 10 campers who come from the same church or school, one adult sponsor may come free. 10 campers can include a combined number of campers who attend the same week of Teen, Pioneer Village, or Specialty Camp.
Register
Highlights
Campers will arrive on Monday and check-in during the normal check-in time (1:30-4 pm). They will spend the first night at an outpost on Northland property, learning some basics of outdoor living. Tuesday morning, they will drive into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan where the wilderness adventure begins. They will be disconnected from society until they return to Northland Camp on Friday afternoon. Camp officially ends at 8 am on Saturday.
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Camp Information
Please check the Teen Camp page for vital information about arrival, communication, etc.
Wilderness Camp is designed for students 9th grade and above.
We limit the enrollment, so register early!
What to Bring
A more extensive list with specifics will be sent after registration is received, but this will give you an idea of how to plan.
Gear:
Compact pocket Bible, journal, pen or pencil, water bottle (24oz. minimum, wide mouth preferred), cup (metal preferred), spoon (metal preferred), several Ziploc bags (gallon size), flashlight or headlamp (AA or AAA size), toothbrush/toothpaste, sunscreen/chapstick, hat or bandana, bug repellant, head net, rain coat or poncho (waterproof better than water resistant), small pocket knife, sleeping bag (keep as small and light as possible), sleeping pad (comfort and retains heat), backpack (3500-5000 cu. in. 40-55 liter, multiple day pack). Optional: Camera, sunglasses.
Clothing:
(2) Pants/shorts (one for day, one for night), (2) shirts (one for day, one for night), (1) long sleeve (fleece or cotton), (3) socks (non-cotton recommended), (1) shoes (anything comfortable and drains water easily), (1) sandal or flip-flop, (2+) undergarments (quick-drying and breathable), (1) swimsuit (there are no showers).
What Not to Bring
Cigarettes, tobacco, firearms, alcohol, skateboards, scooters, roller blades, bicycles, magazines, fireworks, nonprescription drugs, and almost any electronics (TV, radio, ipod, electronic games, cell phone, laptop, tablet, etc.). Of course, many campers travel to camp with their phones. We ask them to leave these with their sponsor to keep during the week. If no sponsor is available, then they can be kept in the Camp Office and will be returned Friday evening.
