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Please check back in January 2025 for our summer camp schedule and registration dates.
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New users: You may create an account in our online registration portal prior to the opening of day of registration.
Returning users: You already have an account in our online registration portal. If you have forgotten your password, please reset your password rather than creating a new account. Please ensure all household/contact information is up-to-date. Please note: In order to serve as many children as possible who are interested in attending our summer camp, a child may be registered for one session per summer season. |
Questions about summer camp?
Please check our FAQ first. If you still have questions, you can email us at [email protected] or call 616-949-0780 ext. 105
Please check our FAQ first. If you still have questions, you can email us at [email protected] or call 616-949-0780 ext. 105
Who We Are
Since 1921, Camp Blodgett has been enriching the lives of youth in West Michigan. Our summer camp serves kids ages 8-17 who live in Kent and Ottawa Counties. Summer camp experiences include physical activities like swimming, hiking and biking, but we also ensure that campers are exposed to learning opportunities with activities that may be new to them such as archery, canoeing, and workshops on a variety of topics to keep their minds active and growing.
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The safety of our campers is our highest priority. Camp Blodgett undergoes rigorous inspections each summer by the State of Michigan and provides our staff with intensive, high quality training to ensure that our programs, staff, and facilities meet the highest standards of safety and quality.
Camp Blodgett’s staff is made up of caring, energetic young adults who are at least 18 years of age and have passed multiple background and reference checks. We hire individuals who are enthusiastic, creative, honest, dependable, and who are dedicated to being positive role models for campers and other staff. Our staff ratio is approximately 1 staff member to 3 campers. |
What To Expect at camp blodgett
Daily Schedule at Camp Blodgett
Each day, campers participate in a fun-filled schedule of activities that allows for opportunities to build friendships, learn new skills, and enjoy the outdoors with plenty of choices about how to spend their time at camp. For more specifics on your child's week at camp, feel free to ask our staff about the week's themed activities at check-in!
Each day, campers participate in a fun-filled schedule of activities that allows for opportunities to build friendships, learn new skills, and enjoy the outdoors with plenty of choices about how to spend their time at camp. For more specifics on your child's week at camp, feel free to ask our staff about the week's themed activities at check-in!
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MORNING
Morning Ceremony Breakfast Cabin and Camp Cleanup Cabin Activity Time Sports Activity Time |
AFTERNOON
Lunch Rest Period Workshops Kid’s Choice/ Swim Time |
EVENING
Dinner Evening Activity Evening Program Shower Time Snack/Cabin Time |
Summer Camp Activities
During all sessions, no matter the theme, campers have many unique hands-on opportunities to learn, grow, and enjoy activities, including:
During all sessions, no matter the theme, campers have many unique hands-on opportunities to learn, grow, and enjoy activities, including:
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Rock Climbing
Low & High Ropes Courses Giant Swing Zip-Lining Archery |
Swimming (pool & Lake Michigan!)
Bike Riding Canoeing Sports & Games Tie-Dyeing |
Musicale
Arts & Crafts Beach Walks Workshops and so much more! |
2024 Weekly Themes
Session 1: Cartoons
June 10-14 • Ages 8-11
Calling all cartoonist and anime fanatics! This is a week you do not want to miss, as we will be diving into all things cartoon and all things art! This week will have a little something for everyone, from those who want to see their favorite cartoon universe come to life during our camp-wide games or those who are interested in learning to draw their very own animated characters.
Calling all cartoonist and anime fanatics! This is a week you do not want to miss, as we will be diving into all things cartoon and all things art! This week will have a little something for everyone, from those who want to see their favorite cartoon universe come to life during our camp-wide games or those who are interested in learning to draw their very own animated characters.
Session 2: Superheroes
June 17-21 • Ages 8-13
Look up in the sky... it’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s SUPERHEROES week! This week will surely be full of surprises and one to remember. Calling all superheroes, come to Camp Blodgett for a week of adventure and excitement!
Look up in the sky... it’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s SUPERHEROES week! This week will surely be full of surprises and one to remember. Calling all superheroes, come to Camp Blodgett for a week of adventure and excitement!
Session 3: Camp Castaways
July 8-12 • Ages 8-13
Stranded on a deserted island, it’s time to embrace the wild during Camp Castaways week! This session will bring the challenge to survive and thrive as campers learn essential survival skills like building shelters, starting fires, along with castaway-themed games and competitions throughout the week.
Stranded on a deserted island, it’s time to embrace the wild during Camp Castaways week! This session will bring the challenge to survive and thrive as campers learn essential survival skills like building shelters, starting fires, along with castaway-themed games and competitions throughout the week.
Session 4: Time Travelers
July 15-19 • Ages 8-13
This week we are turning the clock way back with our camp time machine! Who knows where we will end up as we explore centuries long gone! Watch your step, or you might find yourself stepping in dino-poo!
This week we are turning the clock way back with our camp time machine! Who knows where we will end up as we explore centuries long gone! Watch your step, or you might find yourself stepping in dino-poo!
Session 5: Summer Games
July 22-26 • Ages 11-13
It’s time for the Summer Games! This once every 4-year session is going to be filled with sports, competitions, tournaments, and all the fun of the world competition right here at Camp Blodgett!
It’s time for the Summer Games! This once every 4-year session is going to be filled with sports, competitions, tournaments, and all the fun of the world competition right here at Camp Blodgett!
Session 6: Wild West
July 29-August 2 • Ages 8-13
Wild West week is gonna take campers back in time to the rugged and adventurous era of the Old West. Campers will engage in era-themed activities, while even learning some of the history and culture of the Wild West. Be ready to throw-down this week because it’s gonna be full of dust kickin' fun and the spirit of the Wild West. Yeehaw!
Wild West week is gonna take campers back in time to the rugged and adventurous era of the Old West. Campers will engage in era-themed activities, while even learning some of the history and culture of the Wild West. Be ready to throw-down this week because it’s gonna be full of dust kickin' fun and the spirit of the Wild West. Yeehaw!
Session 7: Teen Week
August 5-8 • Ages 14-17
*Please note this session ends on Thursday.
Back again, and here to stay, it’s Teen Week! This 4 day session is a more individually curated experience, geared towards our oldest campers!
*Please note this session ends on Thursday.
Back again, and here to stay, it’s Teen Week! This 4 day session is a more individually curated experience, geared towards our oldest campers!
Family Cabins
In addition to boys cabins and girls cabins, Camp Blodgett will be offering a family cabin option, allowing for greater flexibility in camper housing. This cabin would be open to campers of any gender. Due to cabin capacity, we need a minimum of 8 campers to host a family cabin each week. If we are unable to fill, we will move to your second choice for cabin assignment. If you have questions, please visit our FAQ.
In addition to boys cabins and girls cabins, Camp Blodgett will be offering a family cabin option, allowing for greater flexibility in camper housing. This cabin would be open to campers of any gender. Due to cabin capacity, we need a minimum of 8 campers to host a family cabin each week. If we are unable to fill, we will move to your second choice for cabin assignment. If you have questions, please visit our FAQ.
Financial Information
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Registration Fees
At Camp Blodgett, we never allow cost to get in the way of a child’s opportunity to attend summer camp. With our sliding fee scale (see below), your household size and income determine registration fees. Most of our campers come to Camp Blodgett for our lowest fee of $40 for a session of overnight camp. 
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Our Service Standard
One of our highest priorities is to ensure that a summer camp experience is accessible to all, with a particular focus on providing an affordable summer camp experience to those who need it most. We are committed to reserving 75% of our registrations for families who have the greatest financial need. Throughout the registration season, we will be accepting higher income campers (designated as those paying $100 or more in camp fees per camper) on a first come, first served basis and will limit the percentage of higher income campers to no more than 25% of our camper population. If the fee you qualify for has been removed as an option this may be the case. Please call us at 616-949-0780 ext. 105 to verify. Thank you for your understanding. If your child is not able to be accommodated at Camp Blodgett this summer for this reason, we will be happy to suggest other camps your child may enjoy and/or place your child on a waiting list. |
Making a Payment
We accept payment in the form of debit or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express) online or over the phone. You may also mail or drop off a check or money order to our Grand Rapids office (528 Bridge St NW, Suite 6, Grand Rapids, MI 49504). Cash payments must be dropped off at our Grand Rapids office during open office hours.
A $10 deposit is required at the time of registration to hold your child's spot at camp. You can choose to pay the remaining balance in full during registration or choose an available payment plan.
IMPORTANT PAYMENT DUE DATE CHANGE: Full payment for ALL registrations fees is due by MAY 24, 2024. Registrations without full payment by that date are NOT guaranteed! If you register for camp after this date, the entire balance is due upon registration.
We accept payment in the form of debit or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express) online or over the phone. You may also mail or drop off a check or money order to our Grand Rapids office (528 Bridge St NW, Suite 6, Grand Rapids, MI 49504). Cash payments must be dropped off at our Grand Rapids office during open office hours.
A $10 deposit is required at the time of registration to hold your child's spot at camp. You can choose to pay the remaining balance in full during registration or choose an available payment plan.
IMPORTANT PAYMENT DUE DATE CHANGE: Full payment for ALL registrations fees is due by MAY 24, 2024. Registrations without full payment by that date are NOT guaranteed! If you register for camp after this date, the entire balance is due upon registration.
Discounts
Discounts are available to help make the cost of camp even more affordable for your family and to encourage families to register early for the best session preferences. A $10 minimum fee is required regardless of available discounts.
Returning Camper Discount - Register and pay $10 deposit for any session by March 3 and take $20 off the registration fee using the provided discount code. This discount is available only to families whose children have previously attended Camp Blodgett. Discount codes are sent via postcard and email prior to registration opening. If you did not get the discount code, please contact us.
Early Registration Discount - Register and pay $10 deposit for any session between March 4 - March 18 and automatically take $10 off the registration fee.
*Registration fees paid by third party agencies (such as DA Blodgett-St. John's, Wedgwood, Arbor Circle, etc.) are not eligible for the above discounts.
Refunds and Cancellations
Camp Blodgett will accept cancellations at any time and will refund fees with the following policy:
Discounts are available to help make the cost of camp even more affordable for your family and to encourage families to register early for the best session preferences. A $10 minimum fee is required regardless of available discounts.
Returning Camper Discount - Register and pay $10 deposit for any session by March 3 and take $20 off the registration fee using the provided discount code. This discount is available only to families whose children have previously attended Camp Blodgett. Discount codes are sent via postcard and email prior to registration opening. If you did not get the discount code, please contact us.
Early Registration Discount - Register and pay $10 deposit for any session between March 4 - March 18 and automatically take $10 off the registration fee.
*Registration fees paid by third party agencies (such as DA Blodgett-St. John's, Wedgwood, Arbor Circle, etc.) are not eligible for the above discounts.
Refunds and Cancellations
Camp Blodgett will accept cancellations at any time and will refund fees with the following policy:
- Cancellations 7 days or more before the session's start date will be issued a 90% refund of fees paid.
- Cancellation within 7 days of the start of the session will result in no refund.
What Happens after Registration?
Camp Blodgett will send an automated confirmation by email immediately following your online registration. You will also receive confirmation by mail within a few weeks after completing online registration. This may include notice of missing paperwork if there were items that were not completed in the registration process. If there is missing paperwork, please respond promptly to our request for this information. This information is required before your child can come to camp.
Camp Blodgett will send an automated confirmation by email immediately following your online registration. You will also receive confirmation by mail within a few weeks after completing online registration. This may include notice of missing paperwork if there were items that were not completed in the registration process. If there is missing paperwork, please respond promptly to our request for this information. This information is required before your child can come to camp.