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Michigan Christian Youth Camp
  • About
    • Camp Leadership
    • Covid-19
  • Summer Camp
    • Overnight Camp
    • Rules & Guidelines
    • Day Camp
    • Register
    • Facilities
    • Camp Map
  • Activities
    • Horse Stables
    • Paintball Course
  • Events & Retreats
    • Man Camp
    • Women's Retreat
    • Rent Camp >
      • Birch Valley
      • Facilities
  • Donate
  • Work with Us!
  • Volunteer
  • Contact
    • Payments

Rules & Guidelines

FOR SUMMER CAMP
At Michigan Christian Youth Camp we strive to provide an environment that promotes Christian growth. We believe your child is a gift from God and they should have a safe and fulfilling camp experience. We want to have a place free from anything that could distract or hinder their spiritual growth and appreciate your help in creating this safe place for your children to experience Christ. Thank​ you for your understanding.

Check-In & Pick-Up

Check–In: Check-in begins on Sunday starting at 4:30-5:30. Upon arrival to camp, please stay in your vehicle and form a line in our main driveway. Registrars will greet you at your vehicle and check you in remotely. Dorm room, group, and counselor assignments will be communicated at that time. Balances due will be collected during registration, along with any additional spending money you wish to have at camp. Parents/Guardians will accompany the camper to their cabin to meet the counselors and sign-in.

​Pick-Up: At the dorm, all parents/guardians will need to sign-out their children at the dorm room on Friday between 3:00
-4:30pm. Only adults listed on your registration papers can pick up your child from camp. Any changes to the authorized pick up information ​will need written and documented approval prior to pick-up.

BALANCE DUE
 Parents/Guardians can verify your current account balance using our online portal at your convenience. If you have any questions regarding your balance, please contact the camp office.
ONLINE PAYMENT

Nurse Check-In

Food Allergies & Concerns

The nurse will be available at the small red pavilion during the registration time. All medical needs and health concerns need to be listed in the Camper Health Form that is available at the end of May. All medications will need to be left with the nurse who will oversee the daily dosage requirement. Any concerns for your child can be discussed with the nurse at this time. Camp licensing requires that all medications be in their original container, be prescribed for the camper, and include clear, and current directions. The nurse will return any medications at the camp exit upon departure.
MCYC is able to accommodate peanut and tree nut free, gluten free, dairy free & vegetarian diets. All food restrictions need to be listed in the Camper Health Form that is available at the end of May. Restrictions that are not communicated prior to attending camp, suitable replacements for your camper cannot be guaranteed. If your camper has allergies outside of our accommodations, please prepare meal options supplements. Please contact the Food Service Director, food@mcyc.org, at least 2 weeks prior to your camp session to discuss the menu and any additions you will need to provide.
What to Bring
  • Bible, Notebook, Pen/Pencil
  • Sleeping Bag and Pillow (sheets and blankets)
  • Toiletries (towels, Shampoo, toothbrush and paste, deodorant)
  • Sanitary items for girls
  • T-Shirts (loose fitting)
  • Shorts
  • Tennis shoes (with closed back and toe)
  • Jacket and/or hoodie
  • Rain gear
  • Pajamas
  • Swimwear (modest one piece or tankini)
  • Flashlight and insect repellant
  • Medicine that is currently being taken. 
  • Clothes for elective activities (horse lessons or paintball)​​

​Optional to Bring
  • Alarm clock
  • Plastic bag for wet clothes 
  • Laundry bag

What NOT to Bring 
  • Cell phones
  • Smart watches
  • Electronic games
  • Video cameras/MP3/iPods
  • Alcohol/Tobacco/Illegal Drugs
  • Knives

Lost Items

MCYC is not responsible for items left behind, lost, or stolen. Any lost and found items not claimed after 7 days are donated to a char- itable organization.

​Due to the excessive cost of shipping (and the number of items that tend to get lost) we are unable to mail lost items. We are willing to make arrangements at the cost of the camper family to return items if necessary.
​
TIPS TO REDUCE RISK OF LOSING ITEMS:
  • Label all items with camper’s first and last name
  • Check the porch at Hawley Lodge before you leave 
  • Send old stuff to camp, just in case!

Visitors During Camp

​MCYC does not allow visitors on campus during our summer camp program unless approved by guardians.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at summercamp@mcyc.org.

Dress Code

While at MCYC, your child will be required clothes appropriate for all the activities they are participating in.
​We ask that all campers adhere to the following guidelines:
  • Tops with shoulders that are at least three fingers in width. All tops should be long enough to be tucked in.
  • Shorts that are below the fingertips and/or fall to mid thigh when standing straight, arms to the side.
  • One-piece swimsuits (or tankini with no midriff showing). T-shirt and shorts over bathing suits when outside the waterfront area.
Clothing that is inappropriate for MCYC activities:
  • Halter-tops, sundresses, bare midriff tops, strapless tops, spaghetti straps
  • Athletic muscle shirts & cut-off t-shirts
  • Pants/sweatpants or shorts with wording on the buttocks
  • Yoga pants
  • Shorts, hats, pants, or other clothing with inappropriate messages for alcohol, tobacco products, profanity, sexual references or drugs.

Mail Call

Connect with your camper during the week
​by sending them a letter or email.
Email: summercamp@mcyc.org Subject Line Camper Name
Snail Mail: MCYC Attn: Camper Name 820 N. Lake George Rd
Attica, MI 48412
​

Drop Off:  Save postage by dropping letters in our box at registration. Please indicate on the envelope the camper’s name and which day you would like it delivered. The camp office will also accept letters 8am-5pm Monday-Friday.
​

Additional Mail Info:
  • Please limit email correspondence to a maximum of 2 p/day. Send by 10am for current daily delivery.
  • Campers do not have access to a computer to respond to email messages.
  • All mail received after departure will be shredded.
  • As you write, please focus on your child’s camp experience instead of what is happening at home in order to help avoid creating homesickness.
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Michigan Christian Youth Camp
mcyc@mcyc.org
​810.664.8040
  • About
    • Camp Leadership
    • Covid-19
  • Summer Camp
    • Overnight Camp
    • Rules & Guidelines
    • Day Camp
    • Register
    • Facilities
    • Camp Map
  • Activities
    • Horse Stables
    • Paintball Course
  • Events & Retreats
    • Man Camp
    • Women's Retreat
    • Rent Camp >
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