CAMPS & FUN PROGRAMS 
(Free OR Low-Cost / Scholarships Available)
NOTE: Don't forget to check with your local Recreation Dept. for camps as well as sports 
camps AND your local libraries! Many run special programs during the summer.  Don't 
forget about Vacation Bible School camps too!


OPEN TO MULTIPLE COUNTIES! 

Oakland County Virtual 4-H Spartan Coding Camp
Phone: 517-552-6905
Email: johns832@msu.edu 
Website: https://events.anr.msu.edu/4HSpartanCodingCamp2021
Explore the exciting field of computer coding at MSU Extension's newest premier pre-
college program! Open to all youth entering grades 9--12 in the fall of 2021. By the end 
of the camp.

Camp Supernow / ONLINE
Website: https://www.supernow.com/enrollutm_source=paidpub&utm_medium=
summercamphub&utm_campaign=bestfreeonlinecamp
Supernow is one of the top virtual summer adventure camps for kids ages 4-10. ‍Kids 
interact live with magical instructors and peers from around the world through immersive classes in arts & crafts, theater, STEM, movement, music, mindfulness, and beyond. Their world-class program is designed by experts to draw kids out of the screen and use their imaginations to interact with the world around them.
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Each week takes kids to a different corner of the magical Supernow campground where
adventures await - Eco-Exploration in the Piney Forest, Intergalactic Encounters at the 
Super Observatory, Fables, and Fairytales at the Campfire, All the World’s a Stage at the Amphitheater, and more! Plus, the fun doesn't stop on screen....kids are given daily at-
home missions, crafts, and activities to keep them engaged all day! 

Create & Learn's Coding Camps / ONLINE
Website: https://www.createlearn.us/utm_source=SummerCampHub&utm_campaign
=Summer2021#trials
Create & Learn offers award-winning virtual coding camps for free! Kids can learn how 
to code their own Roblox world, code games in Minecraft, or make original animations 
in Scratch. They also offer free intro camps in Game Development, Scratch, Python, Arti-
fical Intelligence, and more, so your child can find something they like while developing critical thinking skills and expanding their creativity. The camps are designed by Google, Stanford, and MIT experts and are a great opportunity for a child to learn to code and 
have fun in small group sessions (5 students max). The live video experience and amaz-
ing teachers ensure every child is successful and can directly ask their teacher questions — 
all from the comfort and safety of home. Additional new free camps are added frequently, 
so check in often.

Camp Wonderopolis / ONLINE 
Website: https://camp.wonderopolis.org
Camp Wonderopolis is one of the most highly regarded digital summer camps on the 
planet that is entirely free. Parents and children will find a wide variety of fun and en-
gaging summer camp activities to take part in when they dive headfirst into Camp Won-deropolis. Some of these activities revolve around STEM field careers. Other activities 
are designed to boost literacy and comprehension, and others help foster critical think-
ing and creativity in young minds. Best of all, after downloading the free camp kits, you 
and your campers can go at your own pace to take full advantage of all that this unique digital summer camp has to offer.

Virtual 4-H Camp / ONLINE 
Website: https://4-h.org/about/4-h-at-home/camp
Virtual 4-H Camp helps families experience the typical summer camp experience 
indoors. You can find all sorts of the usual camp activities like arts & crafts, cook-
ing projects, STEM learning programs, and much more. They even include camp 
songs on the site to play in the background to get into the camp spirit. Each camp 
activity has multiple projects to attempt. The arts & crafts section has cool projects 
like how to paint a rain forest, making journals, and how to duct tape a wallet. The 
STEM section has programs on how to code, astronomy learning, and archaeology 
projects.

Maker Summer Camp / ONLINE
Website: https://makercamp.com
Makers Summer Camp focuses on hands-on learning for children. It's a project focused 
camp where your child builds things based on their interests. With a focus on art, science, and technology it brings multiple disciplines together. Your child receives daily activities 
they may like ranging from creating slime to building unique art portraits. The camp has 
a very large community of enthusiastic campers and teachers, so chances are someone 
in your local community might also be participating in it. They routinely hosts live shows from instructors doing cool things like magic tricks, Minecraft coding and paper planes.

Blue Star Families
P.O. Box 230637
Encinitas, CA 92023 
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blue-star-summer-camp-the-home-edition-is-
back-this-summer-registration-148769645013
Blue Star Families Summer Camp returns in July 2021 with more amazing virtual field 
trips to museums and parks to keep kids busy and engaged whether you are PCSing 
or staying put! Designed as a solution for COVID-19 closures, Blue Star Families res-
ponds to ongoing families' needs for quality FREE virtual summer programming.
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Join us for three weeks of discovery, including creative activities that are hands-on 
and minds-on. Each week ends with "Campfire" Fridays featuring special guests, 
singalongs, and newly designed character development activities. Your kids won't 
want to miss all the fun this summer! Our camp weeks will explore animals, aero-
space, and science/nature.
Please note: This camp is designed for elementary-aged children (6-11 years old). 
When registering, please plan for your child to attend all virtual Zoom field trip calls 
on Monday and Wednesday, as well as the "Campfire" Zoom call on Friday during 
your selected week(s).

CARE of S.E. MI Leadership Camps 
Phone: 586-541-CARE
Email: KMaloziec@careofsem.com
Website: https://www.careofsem.com
CARE will be hosting the camps in Harper Woods, Eastpointe and Sterling Heights 
from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
CARE of Southeastern Michigan works with students and families to educate and 
implement substance use prevention in the lives of the individuals we serve. CARE 
holds weekly educational workshops and hosts various summer camps for school-
aged kids. Leadership Camp activities help increase resiliency, self-esteem, and team building to empower students to be leaders in their communities. Students can expect 
a week of fun, “out of the box” experiences!

St. Vincent dePaul / Camp Ozanam
7303 Walker 
Carsonville, MI  48419
Phone: 313-393-2871
Website: www.svdpdetroit.org 
St. Vincent DePaul Camp Ozanam has been offering free weekly camps on the shores 
of Lake Huron since 1923. Free transportation is provided from Detroit! 
Weeks Available: July 5 – August 7.
This summer, special safety measures will be put in place to ensure everyone has a wonderful experience. Dedicated staff members are mostly former campers and care-
fully chosen. They go through many interviews, background checks and rigorous train-
ing.
How to Enroll:
Please call the Catholic Church in your area to see if they have a Society of St. Vincent dePaul Detroit Conference or if they can recommend a parish close by that has one. You 
may also contact 313-393-2930...be sure to ask for assistance in finding a local SVdPD Conference so that you can enroll in Camp Ozanam's summer camp program. 

Michigan YMCA Camps
Email: michiganycamps@gmail.com
Website: https://www.michiganymcacamps.org/find-ymca-camps
With over 100 years of experience, Michigan’s YMCA camps provide kids with a safe, familiar, and fun-filled environment for them to explore the outdoors, build confidence, develop skills and make lasting friendships and memories, so they can grow as indivi-
duals and leaders. Being surrounded by positive role models and peers is crucial for
kids’ social-emotional growth and a healthy youth development journey. Our camps
are made of people from all backgrounds and walks of life who come together as a community to gain valuable new skills, friendships, and self-confidence.

DNR ADVENTURE CENTER 
1801 Atwater 
Detroit, MI  48207-4020
Phone: 844-OAC-MDNR (844-622-6367)
Email: DNR-OAC@Michigan.gov
Website: www.Michigan.gov/OAC
Website: https://www.michigan.gov/oac/0,5736,7-329-68732_103504-557499--,00.
htmlutm_campaign=oac+outdoor+day+camp+programs&utm_medium=mkt+email
&utm_source=govdelivery
The DNR Outdoor Adventure Center in Detroit is offering outdoor programs for 
summer day campers this June through August
Programs include:
See program descriptions and other details.
These programs will take place outdoors along the Dequindre Cut (alongside the 
Outdoor Adventure Center) and/or at Milliken State Park (just across the street). 
These programs can be added to day camp field trip visits at the OAC (when the
building reopens July 16) or chosen as stand-alone programs if groups are res-
tricted to outdoor field trip experiences.
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Each program includes hands-on exploration and/or activities related to nearby 
resources and recreation opportunities. Minimum enrollment for each program 
is eight students. Cost is $4 per person with a field trip to the OAC or $2 per 
student as a stand-alone program.

GILDA'S CLUB of Michigan / Children & Teens Programs
3517 Rochester 
Royal Oak, MI  48073
Phone: 248-577-0800
Email: info@gildasclubdetroit.org
Website: http://www.gildasclubdetroit.org
Just for Children and Teens:
Noogieland is our program offering ongoing support for children who have been 
diagnosed with cancer, have a loved one living with cancer, or grieving the loss 
of a loved one to cancer. Noogieland consists of children support groups, edu-
cational and interactive workshops and Camp Sparkle.

SandCastles Camp 2921: Roller Coasters, Cotton Candy & Grief 
Phone: 313-771-7005
Website: https://aboutsandcastles.org
SandCastles Camp applications for 2021 are available now. To participate in our 
virtual camp, children and teens must have just finished Kindergarten thru 12th 
grade. Campers will be provided a bag full of supplies, appropriate camp snacks 
(of course!), and a lot of love, sup[port and surprises.  If you are interested in 
learning more about SandCastles Camp, please call us top speak with a staff 
member and request more information. 

Vision Hope / Champion for Life 
31700 Couchez  ​ 
St. Clair Shores, MI  48082
Phone: 586-791-3590 
Website: http://www.visionhope.org/cfl-kids-camp.html
Champions for Life began operations in the summer of 2003, servicing 31 foster 
children, age 7-11, from Macomb. Oakland, Wayne and St. Clair and Genesee 
counties here in Michigan. An anticipated 120 foster children, and other children 
who are underprivileged and reside in dependency care, will have the opportunity 
to attend one of the two, week-long resident summer camp programs. 


METRO DETROIT 

​Wayne State University 
Email: k12camps@wayne.edu 
Website:  https://wayne.edu 
Does your student receive free or reduced lunch? Would they like to attend a STEM 
camp offered by the Engineering Summer Academy OR one of our Amesite certificate programs offered by the C2 Pipeline Summer Program?  Be sure to complete the free/reduced lunch portion of your enrollment application for a chance to receive one 
of our Summer Engagement Scholarships. It covers the full cost of the camp of your 
choice! One scholarship per student per semester. 

American Indian Health & Family Services Summer Camp
4880 Lawndale
Detroit, MI  48210                                        
Phone: 313-846-3718
Email: lcaldwell@aihfs.org 
Website: https://www.aihfs.org
Ages 8-17. Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Field trips; culturally appropriate 
curriculum; transportation may be available. 

Wayne County Community College Eastern Campus / Martial Arts Camp
5901 Conner 
Detroit, MI  48213 
Phone: 313-496-2704
Website: www.wcccd.edu
8 weeks kids camp for ages 5-12.  Open to the public at no cost. Taught by 7th 
degree Grandmaster Marvis Cofield.  

Alkebu-lan Village                                         
Barack Obama Leadership Academy
Phone: 313-823-6000    313-921-1616
Website: https://alkebulanvillage.com
Martial Arts, photography, music, gardening, African Dance & Drum, soccer, yoga.
Arts & Crafts and Field Trip Fridays. This program is open to students ages 5-14 
years old. Participants do not have to be students at Barack Obama Academy. 
Monday thru Thursday from Noon to 4 p.m.  Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
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Youth Day!
2433 Ferry Park 
Detroit, MI  48208
Phone: 486-744-3889
Click here to register!  https://bit.ly/35qocng
Exotic zoo, free food and lots of fun. Space is limited, you must register above!
Ages 3 to 12 years old. 

My Sister's Keeper & My Brother's Keeper Youth Mentoring Program / Keeping Careers!
Phone: 313-252-1060
Email: info@basshp.org 
This free program runs from June through July and provides valuable experience 
about building trades like HVAC and general contracting. Ages 12 to 18 are welcome 
to apply. Learn about building trades such as Plumbing & Pipefitter, Electrician, Car-
penter, General Contractor, HVAC Heating & Cooling. 

College for Creative Studies & the Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit, the Carr Center
and Detroit School of Arts / Summer Arts Academy
123 Seldon                              
Detroit, MI  48201 
Email: egonzalez@collegeforcreativestudies.edu 
These groups have developed a unique, creative education opportunity for inter-
ested, passionate 6th, 7th & 8th grade students, to explore the arts alongside 
Detroit's masterful art educators and teaching artists. Classes are held in person 
at the above address. Free bus transportation to DSA will be available at 3 Detroit 
middle schools.  

Green Box Playground Program for Wyandotte Residents
Address: Various park locations in Wyandotte
Phone: 734-324-7295
This free program invites kids to have fun at local parks 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-
Thursday June 24-July 25                                        with the supervision of high 
school students who lead children in crafts and games like Simon Says. Partici-
pants also receive a free bagged lunch. The come-and-go program is geared at 
children ages 4-13 and is for Wyandotte resident children only.

FREE Summer Girls Sports Camp 🏀 📣
Email: masond@wwcsd.net
Website: www.wwcsd.net/SummerGirlsCamp
Wayne-Westland Community Schools is hosting a FREE summer sports camp for 
incoming 4th and 5th- grade girls. The camp, designed to introduce the fundamen-
tals of basketball and cheerleading, will occur July 12, 2021, through July 15, 20
from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided.

GREAT FUTURES  /  EMU Bright Futures & the City of Westland 
Located:
Jefferson Barns Community Vitality Center
32150 Dorsey
Westland, MI  
Phone: 734-793-9390
Provides a 6-week summer program for students. Preference for children who 
attend Bright Futures sites and children living in the Norwayne Subdivision. 
Lunch provided and field trips!  July 6th-August 13th, 20   Noon to 4:30 p.m. 
Ages 3rd-8th grade (entering grade in fall). 
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Norwayne Boxing Gym
Phone: 734-725-5001
Email: jan@norwayneboxinggym.org
The Program for ages 8-18, consists of boxing training, fall school prep, com-
munity service opportunities, leadership development and fun!  Register at the 
door. 
Session 1: June 21st-July 9th
Session 2: July 19th-August 6th
Days/Time: Monday-Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m.; Friday 1 to 3 p.m.

Wayne-Westland Summer Camps
Website: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T4QXtMGE1jL_ATr6Hj3rr5WL
masStmYDbTsLkgzs-1I/edit
See website for a wide variety of camps!

Community Care Services
FEELIN' MY BEST TEEN SUMMER CAMP
Taylor High School
11211 Beech Daly 
Taylor, MI  48180
Phone: 313-389-7500 #1545
Email: lboros@comcareserv.org 
Website: www.comcareserv.org 
Free Summer Camp for teens between the ages of 14 to 17. Mondays, July 12th 
through August 23rd, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Transportation, Lunch & Snacks provided.
Career building, mindfulness, and emotional skill building. 
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LIVING MY BEST SUMMER 
Lafayette Elementary School       
360 Lafayette Blvd.
Lincoln Park, MI  48146 
For children between the age of 7 to 11.  

CARE LEADERSHIP CAMPS 
Email: KMaloziec@careofsem.com
Website: www.careofsem.com/summercamps
Openings still available for our FREE in-person summer camps!
CARE Leadership Camps are designed to help increase resiliency, self-esteem, 
and team building to empower students in 6th through 8th grade to be leaders 
in their communities. Students can expect a week of fun, “out of the box” exper-
iences!
Camp CARE is a two-week camp for children preschool through 8th grade who 
have been impacted by a loved one’s struggle with alcohol or drug use. All coun-
selors are trained to address the worries and anxiety that children often feel when 
exposed to a family member's struggle with substance use. Throughout the two 
weeks,children will learn skills on how to communicate effectively, manage emo-
tions and self-control, and so much more.
Camp CARE: July 19th-23rd and July 26th-30th, 9 am to 1 pm
Each camp is free and boxed lunches are included. There will be a maximum 40 
students at each camp. 


DETROIT ONLY!!

Detroit Public Schools Free Summer Learning Experiences 2021!
Phone: 833-466-3978
Website: http://detroitk12.org/schoolprograms 
K-12 students attend in-person OR online for learning, enrichment & recreational 
fun from July 12th through August 5th, 20     at 44 schools Monday-Friday.

Soccer in the D!
Phone: 313-224-0006
Website:  www.detroitmi.gov/soccer
For ages 3-13. $20 per player includes uniform and shin guards. Season dates 
are August 14th through Sept. 26th, 20
Games played at: 
Registration deadine is July 16th, 2021. To register a full team, email
DPRDAthletics@detroitmi.gov. Interested in being a coach? Call, email or sign-up 
on website! 

Solar Camp 2021
Detroit Impact Center
9930 Greenfield 
Detroit, MI  48227-2036
Phone: 313-272-0004
Email: detimpactmedia@gmail.com
Website: https://www.detroitimpact.org/about-us/#aboutus  
For 6-12 years old. Solar Camp introduces kids to science and technology.

Mack Alive 2021 Summer Leadership Enrichment Camp
3746 Fischer 
Detroit, MI  48214
Phone: 313-824-3900
Website: www.keepmackalive.org
$50 stipend upon completion of the four week camp, including a graduation 
ceremony. Free lunch provided daily. Ages 6-14.

Swim in the D
Website: https://detroitmi.gov/departments/parks-recreation
Swim in the D is an exciting new program collaboratively developed and offered 
by the City of Detroit Parks & Recreation Department, Huron-Clinton Metroparks 
and Detroit Riverfront Conservancy. The Swim in the D initiative kicks off this 
summer with a preliminary goal of teaching more than 500 Detroit children to 
swim and become more confident and safer in and around the water. 
The Swim in the D program will include:
Free swimming lessons in Brennan Pool at Rouge Park for Detroit residents age 
6 to 17 (two 5-week sessions offered)
Classes will be one-hour long, twice a week and offered on Mondays/Wednesdays, Tuesdays/Thursdays and Fridays/Saturdays; pre-registration is required.
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Participants will be grouped by age and ability with no lesson having more than 
28 students per class. COVID-19 safety protocol will be followed with guidance from 
federal, state, and local health officials. Swim lessons and water safety education to 
be taught by certified swim coaches. Every child will receive a free swim bag complete 
with swimsuit, t-shirt and swim cap. Pre-and post-program skills assessments will be conducted to help ensure effectiveness of the program.

The Bailey Park NDC Summer Success Camp 
2617 Joseph Campau
Detroit, MI  48207
Website: https://www.baileyparkndc.org/camp.html 
This is a free 6 week, half-day program for rising 4th-12th graders that combines 
interactive learning with community/social service, and a generous amount of fun.  
Each week has a theme and daily activities include experiments, hands-on activities, 
related games, journaling, and plenty of excitement!  Lunch and snacks will be pro-
vided. Camp hours are from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Limited aftercare available for a fee.  
Register soon, spaces filling fast!

Camp Africa at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
315 E. Warren Ave.
Detroit, MI 
Phone: 313-494-5800
Website: https://www.thewright.org/events
Camp Africa is a free, one-week summer camp experience for children ages 7-12 
exploring STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) activities. Call
for specific details. Monday, July 5, 20      - 9:00 a.m. - Friday, August 
6, 20    - 3:30 p.m.

Accelerate4Kids Summer of Tech Camp
Ford Resource and Engagement Center West
2826 Bagley 
Detroit, MI  48216
Phone: 313-757-0124
Website: www.frec-detroit.org
This summer camp for grades 3-8 gives kids the opportunity to explore computer 
science and game design. The program is Monday-Friday Aug.19-30.

DETROIT PISTONS Basketball for ALL Neighbors Program 2021
Website: www.pistons.com/neighbors
The Pistons Neighbors Program is an initiative to provide FREE, healthy and safe 
outdoor programming for all Detroiters. The program will run from June 2-Septem-
ber 5 every Wednesday-Sunday. Activities will include basketball clinics, other 
sports training, live music, dance, yoga and art. 

Congress of Communities / Brainstorm Summer Arts Institute
8638 Vernor Hwy.
Detroit, MI  48209
Phone: 313-914-5315
Website: https://www.congressofcommunities.com
A FREE week-long virtual camp for 7th-9th graders, focusing on creative 
writing and critical thinking through the lens of Detroit History.
Week of July 12th / Mon-Fri  12 to 4:30 p.m.
Register at insideoutdetroit/brainstorm 

Detroit Hispanic Corporation 
1211 Trumbull 
Detroit, MI 48216
Phone: 313-967-4880
Website: http://www.dhdc1.org/programs
Summer Youth Program:
The Summer Youth Program engages youth (ages 11-18 years) through projects 
in life skills, arts and crafts, recreation, field trips, community service projects, 
and a week-long camping trip. Older youth (ages 14-18 years) are eligible to apply 
to gain work experience and training at employers throughout Detroit while earning 
a stipend. Funding for this program is provided by DTE Energy’s City Connect Pro-
gram.

The Master’s Commission and Children’s Ministry of Greater Grace Temple present…
CHAMPIONS OF THE FAITH (COFT) SUMMER CAMP 202
23500 W Seven Mile 
Detroit, MI  48219
Phone: 313-543-6000
Email: staff@greatergrace.org
Website: http://www.greatergrace.org
Every Sunday: June 20th - August 22nd for ages 4 and up.
There will be lot's of activities and opportunities to earn COFT buttons!
Champions of Faith Summer Camp is not in session July 4th or July 25th.

Ebenezer Community and Cultural Center / Summer Fun Days Program 
5151 W Chicago Blvd. 
Detroit, MI  48204
Phone: 313-635-3355
Email: eccc@ebenezerccc.org 
Website: http://www.ebenezerccc.org
Summer Fun Days @ Ebenezer, our Summer Youth Program, will launch on June 
28, 202   , with our regular program starting on July 6th. With the easing of the 
Pandemic, we have decided on a gradual return to In-Person activities. Our pro-
gram will therefore include a combination of Virtual and In-Person Outdoor Acti-
vities. Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., for ages 5-15. 

Summer Peace Camp 
The Rosa Parks Children / Youth Program 
Capuchin Soup Kitchen 
4390 Conner
Detroit, MI  48215
Phone: 313-822-8606 #4220, #4222, #4224
A 1-week summer experience to strengthen children's bodies, minds, imaginations 
and their ability to relate and communicate. Children ages 6-12. Breakfast and lunch 
will be served each session. All day sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 
Sessions include: 
Art / Art Techniques, Creative Cricut Design. Drumming, Yoga, Zumba, Carnival 
Fun! Fun! Fun! 


OAKLAND COUNTY

Planet Lori Art Camp / Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center (BBAC)     
Phone: 248-259-1572
Email: info@planetlori.com
Website: https://www.planetlori.com
The Lori Haber Buckfire Foundation is providing full paid scholarships to children 
(ages 5-15) to attend the camp. Currently, there are no openings for children to 
attend the camp this summer. There is a wait list to attend the camp this summer
in the event that spaces open up at the camp. It is necessary to submit an appli-
cation in order to be placed on our wait list. Lori’s memory is being honored with 
an art camp in her name specifically designed for children who had or have a parent 
or a close relative with cancer.

LEVEL UP CAMP / North Oakland Community Coalition 
Located at the: Orion Center                               July 26-29 OR June 14-21st, 202  
1335 Joslyn 
Lake Orion, MI  48360
Website: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDEUpP8Wmhg9yzrz7nyiFEy-7qCdRG_JrtEXf4W9i8Yq4kOA/viewform
Youth entering 6th & 7th grades for the 202-202    school year are invited to join 
the NOCC for a FREE 4 day camp at the Orion Center! Each camp will run Monday - 
Thursday from 9:00 am-1:00 pm. Your children will play games, create art, and par-
ticipate in group activities all while becoming better prepared for their middle and
 high school years. 
Topics covered include:
Campers will have so much fun they won't even realize they are learning skills that
will strengthen their future! Students will need to bring a water bottle and a packed
lunch Monday - Wednesday. Lunch will be provided on Thursday. The NOCC offers 
this program with no cost to participants thanks to a grant from the Oakland Com-
munity Health Network. 


WASHTENAW COUNTY 

Washtenaw Camp Placement 
3135 S. State 
Ann Arbor, MI  48108
Phone: 734-971-4537
Email: campplacement@sbcglobal.net
Website:
https://www.washtenawcampplacement.org/how-to-apply-for-a-campership
​Campership Defined: A campership is one or two weeks of expense-paid summer 
resident camp, plus supportive services. Services may include clothing and gear, 
medical examinations, an orientation session with representatives of participating 
camps, and transportation to and from camp.
Eligibility: The youth we place in camp would not have such an opportunity other-
wise. We are happy to offer this enrichment possibility to students in Grades 5 and 
above next year who live and/or go to school in Washtenaw County. Applications 
are screened to determine which applicants would most benefit from a resident 
camp experience.
Area served: WCP is the only camping program that accepts referrals from teachers 
and counselors in all Washtenaw County school districts, as well as from social 
workers in human service agencies throughout the county and serves Grade 5 
through age 16.
Process: WCP campers attend several different camps at different times during the 
summer. Separated from their peer groups and making new friends, they are just 
kids like any other kids. One might say that the camp is a level playing field.
Campers: Typically 35% of the applicants are from Ann Arbor and 50% are from the 
Ypsilanti area. The remaining applicants are from Chelsea, Dexter, Manchester, Milan, 
Saline and Whitmore Lake. Approximately half of the applicants are female and half 
are male.

YPSILANTI COMMUNITY SCHOOLS / Grissly Learning Camp 
1885 Packard 
Ypsilanti, MI  48197
Phone: 734-221-1210
Website: https://www.ycschools.us/academics/grizzly-learning-camp
Our Grizzly Learning Camp may have themes like superheroes, insects, music, art, 
dance, science, coding, culinary arts, auto mechanics, body shop repair, college 
tours across the state, credit recovery, and many more. Students will visit museums, studios, gardens, parks, and many other area businesses. Students will be excited 
with this face-to-face instruction that will also, have them with their friends again.
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Students that enroll in summer school will have transportation provided for them. 
They will also receive breakfast, lunch, a T-Shirt, and water bottle. After registering 
look for more information in early June from your student’s school or on our website. 
Childcare options will be made available for younger students. Students, staff, and 
partners will follow all COVID-19 safety protections including wearing masks.
June 14 through August 19 (Week of July 5-8 no school) - High and Middle School
June 21 through August 19 (Week of July 5-8 no school) – Elementary
Transportation Provided by YCS.  Breakfast and Lunch each day.

CAN Families Educational Summer Camps  / Community Action Network
P.O. Box 130076
Ann Arbor, MI  48113
Phone: 734-994-2985   888-343-4454
Email: info@canwashtenaw.org
Website: https://www.canfamilies.org/summer-camps
This summer, our Educational Summer Camps will be in-person!    
Age Requirement: Rising elementary 
A typical camp schedule might include:
Locations: 
Bryant Community Center     3 W. Eden Ct. Ann Arbor, MI  48108
Hikone Community Center    2724 Hikone Dr., Ann Arbor, MI  48108
Green Baxter Court Community Center  1737 Green, Ann Arbor, MI  48105
Brick Community Center       8970 Whittaker, Ypsilanti, MI  48197 ​
Summer Program Dates: June 
Qualifications: Participants must live in the Bryant, Hikone, Green Baxter Court, 
Arrowwood or Creekside Court communities OR attend Brick Elementary School

Washtenaw Parks & Recreation Washtenaw County Playground Camp
Email: harrisk@washtenaw.org 
The camp is available for children who have completed kindergarten to 11 years old. 
Weekly programs will be offered for 8 weeks during summer months. There is no limit
to the number of weeks you register for. Food Gatherers is generously providing daily breakfast and lunch at each location, but parents can pack a lunch for their child as 
well. Offered at 3 locations: 







This page was last updated: October 4, 2022