YMCA Camp Nissokone

Sparkling waters. Breathtaking sunsets. Trails leading to extraordinary adventures. Where the majestic Ausable River meets the sandy shores of Lake Huron. Where learning is hands-on and kids thrive in a caring, supportive community. Campers try a wide range of activities, learning about their interests and developing new skills and talents, under careful guidance of responsible Y staff.

Activities include: archery, sports, high ropes course, theater & drama, climbing wall, paintball, fencing, Ga-Ga, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, campfires, morning chapel, themed meals and more.

Our extensive waterfront programs include: swim lessons, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, tubing behind the speed boat, water skiing and wakeboarding. Bussing available from Birmingham, Livonia, and Tawas MI.

Call us for more information, we'd be happy to talk about the great things that happen at camp! Or visit our website by clicking on the link above.

Testimonials

This was my daughter’s first time being away from home, so I was nervous. I loved seeing the pictures posted daily; it gave me a sense of assurance. My daughter really enjoyed herself and she can’t stop talking about going back next summer. –Sarah’s Dad

She was extremely excited to tell us everything that she did. She was happy and confident. The staff was incredible. Her goal one day is to come back as a counselor.- Allison's Mom

We have lived on Van Etten Lake for thirteen years and our daughter did more on the lake in one week at camp than she has ever done living on the lake.  She wants to spend the whole summer at camp next year!! Keep up the AWESOME JOB!!! – Claire’s Parents

My son looks forward to Nissokone more than anything else all year!  I LOVE that there's transportation to and from camp! – Matthew’s Mom

He enjoys the challenges. I like how independent he is while he’s there.  Best of all is the light in his eyes telling me about all of his experiences. – Jacob’s Parents

After listening to my daughter tell us everything she did- how she made "Besties," tried new things, and wasn't afraid of anything, she’s made me promise her that she can spend the summer there next year, which tells me she loved it! - Hannah’s Mom

I want to do something with my summer that is memorable and exciting.  Camp allows me to experience so many different things and to just be myself and feel comfortable. Ellie, CIT

Accreditations

• ACA
• YMCA
• Licensed by State of Michigan

Camp Focus

Adventure Camps

Sports Camps

Sports Camps: Equestrian and Horseback Riding

Traditional Camps: YMCA Camps

All Activities

2023 Session Dates

Day Camp Week A 6/19/23–6/23/23Time Travel register

Day Camp Week B 6/26/22–6/30/23 Superheroes register

Day Camp Week C 7/3/23–7/7/23 Carnival Week register

Day Camp Week D 7/10/23–7/14/23 Color Wars register

Day Camp Week E 7/17/23–7/21/23 Pirates Week register

Day Camp Week F 7/24/23–7/28/23 Safari Week register

Day Camp Week G 7/31/23–8/4/23 Myths and Legends register

Day Camp Week H 8/7/23–8/11/23 Escape from the Jungle register

Overnight Camp Week A 6/18/23–6/24/23 Time Travel register

Overnight Camp Week B 6/25/23–7/1/23 Superheroes register

Overnight Camp Week C 7/2/23–7/8/23 Carnival Week register

Overnight Camp Week D 7/9/23–7/15/23 Color Wars register

Overnight Camp Week E 7/16/23–7/22/23 Pirates Week register

Overnight Camp Week F 7/23/23–7/29/23 Safari Week register

Overnight Camp Week G 7/30/23–8/5/23 Myths and Legends register

• Oscoda, MI

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