Celebrate Summer with YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps at Short’s Brewing Co.

YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps, with residential camp locations on Torch Lake and Arbutus Lake, welcomes campers from more than 38 states each summer. Through wilderness adventures, meaningful friendships, and intentional youth development, campers gain confidence, independence, leadership skills, and lifelong memories as they hike, canoe or bike in state and national parks throughout Michigan and Southern Ontario.

This summer, alumni, families, friends, and community supporters are invited to gather for a special celebration in the heart of Northern Michigan. Join us for the Friends of Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Summer Gathering on Friday, July 17, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Short’s Brewing Company Pull Barn & Production Facility in Elk Rapids, 

Each July, the Hayo-Went-Ha Camps Board of Directors travels from across the country to meet in person, and this annual gathering brings together the broader camp community for an afternoon of connection, celebration, and camp spirit. Whether you grew up on the shores of Torch Lake or Arbutus Lake, sent your children to camp, or simply believe in the mission of Hayo-Went-Ha Camps, this event is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect and meet others who share a love for camp.

Guests will have the opportunity to meet board members, share camp stories, reconnect with old friends, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of Short’s Brewing Company.

A very exciting announcement will also be made at 5:00 p.m. during the event regarding a significant initiative that will help shape the future of Hayo-Went-Ha Camps and preserve this special place for generations to come.

Event Details

When: Friday, July 17, 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Special Announcement: 5:00 p.m.

Where: Short’s Brewing Company Pull Barn & Production Facility, Elk Rapids, Michigan

Who: Open to all alumni, families, friends, and supporters of YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Camps

No RSVP is required. Simply bring your camp spirit and join us for an afternoon of friendship and celebration.

For more information, please contact Amanda Macaluso at amacaluso@hayowentha.org or 231-544-5915.