For over 45 years, Makemie Woods has been changing lives by providing a high-quality, FUN! and safe Christian summer camp for children and youth.  Established in 1964, Makemie Woods offers a chance for campers to try new things, learn new skills,  make new friends, enjoy and appreciate nature, and most importantly develop and nurture their faith in Jesus Christ.  Every camper at Makemie Woods participates in Bible study led by a minister or church leader and daily devotions led by our college-aged or older staff.

See some recent reviews from parents and campers!

Summer Camp Open House April 22, 2012 2-4 PM

 Rain or Shine!Take a tour, meet the staff, ask important questions, enjoy a  campfire and EAT S'MORES! 
Call the camp to schedule a tour throughout the rest of the year.

In addition to growing in their faith, campers at Makemie Woods:
  • swim
  • go canoeing or rowboating
  • practice new skills at our archery range*
  • create awesome crafts like leaf pounding, hemp, picture frames, and fuse beads
  • cook over an open fire
  • hike through our trail system
  • fly on our ziplines*
  • meet our pet snakes, and Herman, our tortoise
  • play exciting night games
  • participate in campfires; and more! 
*for safety reasons, archery is not available for Beginners, Young Explorers, or the FISH session.  Zip lines are available to traditional camps intended for grades 6 and older--Nomads, Night Owls and Alternate Sports

Older campers can choose adventures such as:
  • whitewater canoeing or rafting
  • rock climbing
  • music and drama
  • survival skills
  • photography
  • hang-gliding
  • service to others
  • horseback riding
  • high ropes adventure
  • alternative sports

 Who will care for your children?

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Our staff is made up of approximately 30 dedicated, Christ-loving, fun individuals, recruited from the US and from all over the world.  Counselors are at least 18 years old and in most cases have finished at least one year of college.  Every staff member is certified in first aid and CPR at a minimum.  Many staff members have more extensive certification such as lifeguarding, canoe instruction, water safety instruction, wilderness first aid, etc.  We have an EMT and several First Aid instructors on our staff.  Each staff member submits an application, participates in an extensive interview, and undergoes a criminal background history check.  References are required, and checked.  Nothing is more important to us than your camper's safety!  

Sound great?  Go to our details page or learn more about the camp philosophy!