Get ready for stories of camp, exhausted campers, and lots of stinky laundry (sorry!). Some may be excited and talk non-stop the whole way home, some may need a nap. Both are pretty normal at the end of a camp session.
Check Out Process
Check-out is mandatory for all campers. To be sure that we are releasing all campers to the appropriate caregivers, all families must check out with us – showing a government-issued photo ID – before leaving camp with their camper.
At check out you will receive a packet, with, among other things, your camper’s cabin photo and a summary of their camp store purchases. At that time you will have the option to request a refund of any remaining camp store balance or donate it to our campership fund.
If someone other than the primary caregiver (as indicated in your account) is picking up your camper, we cannot release them without your permission. Please make sure that they are listed as an authorized pickup and know to bring a government-issued photo ID.
Because emails can be faked, we need the adult who registered the camper to list anyone who might pick up their camper on the authorized pickup form. We can help you make any changes needed. [link]
Check-Out Time
As of 2025, check-out for all campers will start at 1:00 pm on the last day of your camp session. If you need to pick up your camper earlier than 1:00 pm or later than 3:00 pm, please contact us in advance.
Pick-Up Days – Summer 2025
Session 1 – Friday, July 11th
Session 1a – Friday, June 27th
Session 1b – Friday, July 11th
Session 2 – Friday, August 8th
Session 2a – Friday, July 25th
Session 2b – Friday, August 8th
Arbutus Lake Site
Please use the main entrance at 1380 East Arbutus Lake Road, Traverse City, MI 49696. You will enter, drive down the hill, and pick up campers at T. Grace Macdonald Lodge. Staff and signs will be posted to guide you.
Please drive slowly, as this can be a very congested area during arrival and departure days.
Torch Lake Site
Please use the North entrance at 1189 NE Torch Lake Dr, Central Lake, MI 49622. You will enter, follow the drive around the garage, go through the gate, and park in front of Bonbright Lodge. Staff and signs will be posted to guide you.
Please drive slowly, as this can be a very congested area during arrival and departure days.
