Greenwoods Camp for Boys

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Brother-sister camps Lake of the Woods Camp for Girls and Greenwoods Camp for Boys are located on 60 acres of lakefront property in Decatur, Michigan. In a non-competitive environment supported by a dedicated and caring staff, campers experience many traditional summer camp activities on land and in the water. The camp is renowned for exceptional instruction in programs that promote the highest national standards; the tennis program conforms to USTA standards, the swimming program is certified by the American Red Cross, and equestrian is taught through the Camp Horsemanship Association’s riding program. As a testament to the quality of programming, Lake of the Woods and Greenwoods Camp were featured in Family Life Magazine as one of ten recommended camps in America. For families looking for a premiere four week camp experience, Lake of the Woods Camp and Greenwoods Camp for Boys are stand-out choices in Michigan.

Program Description

Each camp day consists of five 55 minute periods plus some free time and special events. Greenwoods campers create their own schedules before the start of camp by choosing between 9 and 10 instructional activities from a selection of more than 40 land and water options. The camp staff then customizes the camper’s schedule based on their selections; campers are guaranteed all of the activities they choose.

In addition to the standard schedule, campers can option for an “activity concentration” in water skiing, swimming, horseback riding, tennis, golf, and computer instruction. With an activity concentration, a camper can participate in one activity six days a week for increased skill instruction.

Lake of the Woods Camp is Greenwoods’ sister camp located adjacent to the boys’ camp. Although the camps share some of the same facilities, each camper enjoys a traditional all-boys experience. Occasionally the two camps get together for an evening program and one special day each session.

Staff Overview

The Greenwoods Camp for Boys staff is comprised primarily of young teachers, college students, and graduate students, many of whom are education or recreation majors. Counselors must be at least 19 years old or have completed one year of college. The average counselor age is 21.

Greenwoods Camp receives over 1,800 staff applications each year. After a rigorous screening process that includes two interviews, fewer than 10% of applicants serve on the camp’s staff.

Setting & Accommodations

Greenwoods Camp for Boys is located in southwestern Michigan's lake region, only two hours from Chicago, three hours from Detroit and five hours from Cleveland.

Greenwoods campers live in spacious modern cabins with electricity, bathrooms, and showers. Cabins typically house 12 campers and 3-4 counselors. Each camper has a dresser for personal belongings.

Campers eat in the camp’s dining hall. In addition to the main entrée, a fresh salad bar is available at all meals.

Safety Standards

Greenwoods Camp has a fully equipped infirmary staffed by six registered nurses and two nurse assistants. The facility is open 24 hours a day. In the event of a more serious illness or injury, two hospitals are located just a few minutes from camp.

All lifeguards at the Greenwoods Camp waterfront are American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certified.

Greenwoods Camp for Boys is accredited by the American Camp Association and meets more than 300 safety standards set forth by the organization.