Living with Diabetes

About Camp Midicha

The home of the Association's Camp Midicha is the YMCA's Camp Copneconic. YMCA's Camp Copneconic is accredited by the American Camp Association. Camp Copneconic partners with Camp Midicha to provide campsite, dining accommodations, program and counselor staff. Camp Copneconic is located in Fenton, just south of Flint, Michigan. All our staff, from the directors and administrators to the counselors, specialists and support staff, work hard to make sure your child has fun in a safe environment. Our staff has training in diabetes management, emergency procedures and cabin supervision. Every counselor goes through extensive training by the YMCA, addressing team building, homesickness and behavior management.

Camp Midicha Programs by Age (click to view description):

• Ages 8 to 9 - Midicha Adventurers
• Ages 10 to 12 - Midicha Trailblazers
• Ages 13 to 16 - Teen Midicha
• Ages 14 to 16 - Midicha Mosaic (only available during Session Two)
• Age 17 - Counselor-in-Traning (CIT)

Camp Midicha offers two resident sessions, a travel trip, and a day camp. For more information on Resident Session One (June 16 to June 21, 2013), contact Stephanie Camalo at 248-433-3830 ext 6695  or scamalo@diabetes.org, or click here. Explorers Day Camp (June 24 to June 28, 2013) information can be found on this page.

Camp Fees

Counselor-in-Traning (CIT) Information

All payments and paperwork are due to the Association's office in Southfield, MI 30 days prior to camp (May 23, 2013).

Programs Descriptions

Midicha Adventurers - Ages 8 to 9
Adventurers Camp is perfect for the younger camper just getting their feet wet in the overnight experience! Cabin groups enjoy traditional camp activities such as fishing, archery, arts & crafts, swimming and more! Adventurers look for artifacts in the "Dig-It Pit" and search for underwater treasures while snorkeling. Campers feel safe and cared for as they learn new skills and make friends to last a lifetime!

Midicha Trailblazers - Ages 10 to 12
Campers can't wait to be a Trailblazers! Kids spend mornings at a cabin experiencing adventures such as the Creek Freak zip line, canoeing, arts & crafts and more! Camper's Choice provides the freedom for kids to blaze their own trail each afternoon. Campers will be able to choose from Climbing Tower, Aqua Jump, Kayaking and many more. Trailblazers will gain friendships and memories as they continue their jouney of growth and independence.

Teen Midicha - Ages 13 to 16
Teens days are filled with extreme activities! Campers will have a blast zooming down the zip line, tubing on Lake Copneconic, competing in a game of ultimate frisbee or using their creativity in arts and crafts. Teens will also have the choice to try their hand at fishing, canoeing, bouncing on the blob and more!

Midicha Mosaic - Ages 14 to 16
Pack your bags – we’re headed to rugged Pennsylvania for a week of fun and adventure! Teens start the week with a trip down the mighty Youghiogheny followed by mountain biking along the river’s edge. Next it’s on to the paintball arena for some friendly competition. Geared up with life jacket & helmet, teens brave the whitewater one more time! Lifelong memories are formed as teens spend time around campsite cooking, laughing and enjoying the company of their new friends. Campers will sleep in tents for this trip. *Must have a minimum of 10 registered participants 30 days prior to trip.

Counselor-in-Traning (CIT) - Age 17 (and a senior in high school)
Camp Midicha campers become part of the "Midicha Family" when they reach their teenage years and start looking to the future and how to become counselors. This program is a great first step. The CIT Program is designed to continue making camp fun, while also creating opportunities to develop leadership skills. CITs learn the importance of a strong work ethic and those ever-important people skills. The program begins with great team building activities and an action-packed weekend between sessions. Application and interview required for admission. Must have completed the 11th grade. Two (2) nights in tents.

CIT hopefuls will have a face to face interview with the YMCA staff TBD in April at Camp Copneconic.

Financial Aid

Financial assistance is available for campers, and your paperwork is included in your supplemental forms email after you register. The Financial Aid Application Deadline is May 3, 2013 or while funds last. Financial aid is on a first come first serve basis, and does not include the $100 non-refundable deposit.

For questions regarding Financial Aid please contact Stephanie Camalo at scamalo@diabetes.org or at 248-433-3830 ext 6695.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Thank you to our in-kind sponsors:

Camp Dates:
June 23 to June 28, 2013

Ages: 8 to 17 years

Camp Location:
YMCA Camp Copneconic
10407 North Fenton Road
Fenton, Michigan 48430

Additional Sessions:
Resident Session One - June 16 to June 21
Explorers Day Camp - June 24 to June 28

• Support Camp Midicha

Stephanie Camalo
scamalo@diabetes.org
248-433-3830 ext 6695
248-352-0261 (fax)

ADA Office Address
300 Galleria Officentre
Suite 111
Southfield, Michigan 48034