We are YMCA members and have come to this camp for a few different events. The main one is summer…read morecamp for my daughter. She loves her summer camps here. The entire staff is so welcoming and friendly. They are very organized and very communicative front the time you sign up for camp, up until camp, and all the way to check out day. They have a wide variety of things for the kids to do while in camp, always keeping them busy and always making sure they have fun. They take pictures during camp and offer s website for parents to view them daily. They make sure your child is comfortable every year. They are very accommodating. The property is beautiful and well maintained. There aren't any huge potholes in the drive areas and the grass is always green and mowed. The buildings and cabins are also well maintained and clearly marked so you know where you're staying and going. The camp counselors are educated and know how to act appropriately and set an example for the kids. They have a couple years of training before they are actual counselors. I never felt insecure leaving my child for camp. I have taken retreats here and the instructors are on spot and on time. They know what they are teaching and very courteous. I love taking retreats here. I have also had the food here. It's high quality and no skimping. My child loves eating the "camp food". The retreat food is also very delicious. They have a cook and full kitchen staff to prepare the meals and they aren't just peanut butter and jelly sandwich meals. One time we had fried chicken and it was one of the best fried chickens I've eaten. I recommend coming here any time. It's a wonderful experience.

My husband and his family went to this camp for years when they were children. We recently found…read moreout about their family camp and were very excited about attending. While the weather was not especially co-operative, we felt this still could have been an excellent weekend were it not for the complete lack of direction from the staff. The posted schedule was often wrong, or staff simply decided not to do certain activities without giving any forewarning. At one point in time I was waiting quite a while to do one activity that only two people were working, and I ventured to check on my daughter who watching a movie and discovered that 4 of the counselors were "helping" a group of about 10 kids and parents watch a movie. I felt that three of those staff members could probably have been working on making sure the other people at camp weren't standing around for an hour waiting to do one activity. Also, it would have been immensely helpful if the staff had started the weekend with a tour of the grounds. I had never been to this camp, and it would have been nice to have known were to go so I didn't end up walking all over the camp only to find out when I got to the horse arena, that horseback riding had been canceled that morning and the next session was actually just going to be a "pony" ride in a coral. I did give it two stars, because I could see the potential of this being a really great experience. I also did get to climb a rock wall, do a high ropes activity and canoe a bit, also my children had a wonderful time just playing with all of the other kids there. So it was not a wasted weekend, although if the program director is still there next year, I won't be.

Camp is a 40 year old tradition run by the Michiana Women's Club. Camp runs end of June through…read morebeginning of August 9-12 central time. You can come for one day, a week, or the whole summer. Sports, capture the flag, arts & crafts and loads of good, clean fun. Women's club also hosts 4th of July parade, family Bingo night, Mother's Club book club, and a talent show.

As a small community based camp, its phenomenal! the staff at MDC really create an excellent…read moreexperience for the kids! The directors are accommodating and the counselors are attentive, personable and energetic day after day! There are terrific activities for kids of all ages and we have been nothing but thrilled!

My father , myself, my children, my grandchildren went to Camp Eberhart…read more I have wonderful memories that will be with me my entire life. Now, so much enjoyment taking and picking up my grandchildren. They too will have wonderful memories.

This was the best time of my life I went here for a week and wow the food was good great councilors…read moreand great activity's at the end of the closing camp Fire I started to cry I did archery and if I didn't hit the board they said you can do and I did it but where I stayed the bathrooms were far so I had to walk awhile but the best experience yet!

As a former minister associated with Church of the Brethren, I've long had an appreciation for…read moreMilford, Indiana's Camp Alexander Mack, a 200+ acre facility located on the shores of Lake Waubee in Northern, Indiana in the tiny "blink and you'll miss it" town of Milford. Started in 1925, Camp Alexander Mack is named after the man attributed as the founder of Church of the Brethren. Church of the Brethren is one of the historic peace churches - think Quakers and Mennonites. Camp Mack is a ministry of the Indiana Camp Board and the two Indiana districts of Church of the Brethren, though it is a public camp utilized frequently by a wide variety of denominations. Camp Mack serves children, youth, and adults and has both day overnight programming available. Each lodge offers group meeting rooms. In Church of the Brethren tradition, there's a simple but beautiful chapel overlooking Lake Waubee that can seat 75+. There's an auditorium that can accommodate 1500, while there's also outdoor settings perfect for lake baptisms and outdoor worship offerings. While simplicity is largely the rule here, audio-visual and supplies are available as "roughing it" here still does mean a certain degree of comfort is offered. Kate Warstler Dining Center serves meals buffet style; the dining center overlooks the lake and the center of the camp. There's also a deck that can accommodate 300. The dining center can also accommodate special events with advanced planning. Activities include hiking trails sailing, canoeing, kayaking, rowboating, swimming, fishing, sand-court volleyball, basketball, softball ,soccer, Low Ropes Course/ Challenge Course, four-square courts, Gaga Ball, 9 Square in the Air, ping pong, croquet, horseshoes, campfires, climbing tower and zipline, and flying squirrel. The camp is in the midst of a rather nice campaign that will expand offerings and improve facilities. They also do host many weddings. There's some boating options, though a lifeguard needs to be on duty. Christian attendees often love "The Living Cross," a White Oak tree that has grown into the shape of a cross. The camp is operated by a paid staff along with many camp volunteers and counselors. Camp Mack is accredited by the American Camp Association, a member of the Christian Camp and Conference Association, and a member of the Outdoor Ministries Association of the Church of the Brethren. The camp does not allow pets, a slight bummer, but does obviously allow for service animals. You can bring your own linens or rent them for a fee from the camp. Additionally, the camp offers a small gift shop inside the John Kline Welcome Center. As someone with a disability, I often avoid camping because of the hassles with accessibility and self-care. While Camp Mack is no Bradford Woods, the latter pretty much being the king of accessible camping in Indiana, generally they do offer accessible options for both day and overnight campers. This is likely a camp I'd avoid if I had extensive needs physically, but for moderate accessibility needs they do well and staff persons are always friendly and helpful as able. I'm a wheelchair user and was able to stay for a weekend, though it was beneficial to make advance notification of my need for an accessible accommodation and it definitely was "roughing it" a bit more than I do in daily life. While accessibility issues could easily cause me to drop a star here, generally speaking I think there's a solid effort here to be open to all. The enthusiasm of the staff is top-notch and I'm keeping this as a 5-star spot and genuine hidden gem in Indiana. A friend of mine is currently working on a project that will also provide additional sparkle for the camp. If you're looking for a day getaway in Indiana, especially with a spiritual focus, Camp Mack is a great option. Camp Mack is also a great option for those seeking family-centered retreat options of themed retreats. Much like Church of the Brethren, it's simple yet remarkably hospitable.

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Camp Tecumseh has great facilities and a legacy serving generations of kids and adults through…read morenumerous traditional camp activities and leadership events. I especially like the leadership center for organization retreats and the outdoor challenge course activities.

My son recently came back from a trip here and gave me the rundown. Initially him and his friends…read morewere not looking forward to this trip because previous experience at these camps were not enjoyable such as the lack of air condition or showers. This place on the other hand was very modern and clean and well equipped to take care of a bunch of seventh graders. He was pleasantly surprised and had fun throughout, even though it was a bit rainy. They did the high ropes course, which was a smashing success. There was variety of different activities to build camaraderie amongst his classmates. He reported that the food was not bad. It contained all of his favorite, such as mac & cheese, pasta, etc. The cabins themselves also are updated with air-conditioning although he did comment it took a while to figure out how to get the AC to kick on.

i love franke this parks helped me make amazing friends. Also with this park it lets kids really…read morefeel like it was back in the day with living off the land. From kids walking into the woods with canteens we go into the woods hang up are rope then find sticks. then we are awarded with a fire then finally lunch this park is highly encouraged for parents to take there kids too over the summer. Another thing is this park is normally unbiased not trying to teach your kids to be more left leaning or right. Just the main goal of the park is the kids and how to make the camp more enjoyable

Went here for the Festival of Lights. Of course it was crowded with line for ages but it was really…read moregood. Every year they add new displays and it gets better and better.

Amazing camping experience. Dedicated Christian staff and volunteers. Swimming every day. Too…read moremany activities to mention. They even organize their weeks around themes now. I went there when I was a kid and my kids go there now. I really feel my kids are cared for and [bonus] I get a week off from parenting ... [silent] woot! [/end silent]. Great fun for all. I just wish I was a kid again.

From the owner: We specialize in providing an affordable camping experience to low-income children in…read moreMichiana--sharing the Gospel, nurturing growth in faith, and connecting campers and families to local churches. We also have a great facility available for retreat rental during the school year.

Five Pines is a great place all year round.  In the summer they have camps (which I went to as a…read moreyoung lad) with an abundance of activities including swimming, a rock climbing wall, and a ropes course.  The middle school I went to even took us out here back in the day as a field trip.  My church would take the middle and high schoolers out here in the fall for hay rides which is always a fun treat. As for the winter, they offer tubing and other winter activities on a large hill on property.  They also sell warm beverages during this time to warm up between activities.  Five Pines is simply a great outdoor place with numberous fun things to do.  Let the adventuring begin! Ps.  Something cool: in the lodge there are pictures of campers.  I'm up there a few times :)

Love this place Me and all my sisters have go here 1st grade…read moreal the way up. Three of us worked here too.

Best camp ever. I attended for 12 years straight. Wonderful time to get to know other campers…read more Counselors are the best. Bill C.

My daughter had a great time at camp for high schoolers! They had a lot of fun but were also…read morepurposeful about teaching God's Word.