ABOUT CAMP MANITO-WISH YMCA
The mission of Camp Manito-wish YMCA is to provide fun, life-enriching experiences for its participants. "We will work to see that all those who are associated with us have a 'Manito-wish Experience' where each participant grows in wisdom, in stature, in favor with God and in favor with one another. (Luke 2:52)"
For almost 90 years the experience of heading out "on trail" at Manito-wish has enriched the leadership skills of both participants and staff. Today the Manito-wish Outpost is a progressive wilderness travel program providing opportunities to learn about one's own abilities and leadership qualities through the challenge of wilderness travel. Manito-wish Outpost trips vary from 9-55 days and travel to destinations including Lake Superior, Northern Saskatchewan, Nunavut, the Rocky Mountains and the Brooks Range of Northern Alaska.
MANITO-WISH AT A GLANCE
- Camp Manito-wish YMCA is an independent YMCA.
- Established in 1919 as a summer camp for boys. Girls camp was added in 1941.
- Over 1,000 youth ages 10-17 participate in our Summer Camp programs each year.
- Over 40 high schools, youth organizations and small corporations participated in the Manito-wish Collaborative Leadership Programs in 2003.
- Approximately 15% of all summer participants receive financial assistance through the campership program. In 2003, over $200,000 was awarded to deserving participants.
- Over 800 alumni and friends contribute annually to support Manito-wish programs.
- Manito-wish employs more than 200 young adults to lead wilderness adventures and teach leadership skills.
- Camp Manito-wish YMCA employs 16 people on a year-round basis.
- 44 trustees serve on the Manito-wish Board of Directors.
MANITO-WISH PROGRAMS
Summer Camp: Summer camp program offers youth in grades 5 – 10 the unique combination of extended wilderness camping experiences with cabin life and camp activities. All campers participate on a wilderness canoe trip of 2-10 days in length in addition to having time to learn paddling, sailing, archery, crafts, horsemanship, music, biking, tennis and other fun activity areas.
Outpost Wilderness Program: This small-group adventure for ages 15-18 focuses on both the hard and soft skills necessary for extended wilderness travel. Participants learn about their own abilities and leadership qualities through the challenge of 14-55 day canoeing, backpacking or sea kayaking trips. Trip destinations include: Isle Royale National Park, Quetico Provincial Park, Lake Huron, Northern Saskatchewan, Nunavut, the Alaskan Brooks Range and the US Rocky Mountains in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Trips for adults are also offered.
Leadership Programs: Collaborative Leadership is discussed and practiced through customized facilitation and small group activities. Tools such as the Manito-wish high and low ropes challenge courses, indoor climbing wall, canoeing and overnight camping trips offer participants the opportunity to learn and grow individually and as a group.
For more information regarding Camp Manito-wish YMCA please contact:
P.O. Box 246, Boulder Junction, WI 54512 ~ Phone: 715.385.2312 ~ Fax: 715.385.2461
www.manito-wish.org
