Who is eligible to attend camp?Students attending or living within the Armada Area School District may attend camp.
What grades are eligible to attend camp?Students currently in grades 5th thru 8th grades may attend camp.
How do I know if camp is a good fit for my child?All kids are different, and while most kids adapt well to the PAL Camp setting, for others it can be a very difficult week. Here are some things to consider when signing your child up for camp:
1. Is your child afraid of the dark? Most of our evening activities are outside in the dark. 2. Does your child have high levels of anxiety and/or panic attacks? 3. Does your child have difficulty spending the night at a friend's house? 4. Does your child have difficulty controlling his or her temper? Our staff also receives training regarding youth mental health issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Disorder, and other issues that may affect your child while they are attending camp. Armada PAL Camp is a place of friendship, love and inclusion. We truly believe that every kid deserves a PAL! If you are not sure if camp is a good fit for your child, please connect with us. We are more than happy to discuss your child's personal needs and concerns. |
What are the dates of camp 2022?Armada PAL Camp: Sunday, August 7th to Saturday, August 13th, 2022.
What is the cost of camp?Cost is $375.00 per camper. $50.00 deposit due at registration.
What is NOT allowed at camp?Drugs, Alcohol, or Any Tobacco Products, Any Electronic Devices including Cell/Smart phones, IPads & Tablets, E-readers, Fitbits (See Device Policy here: PARENTS PORTAL) money, and food (unless there is a medical need.)
Do not bring or have food sent to camp (including gum), unless there is a medical reason which should then be documented on the Camper Health Form. (There are lots of critters at camp!) PAL is not responsible if these items are brought to camp and damaged or stolen. If such items are brought, they will be confiscated. If illegal items are brought to camp, parents will be called and the camper will be asked to leave camp. How do cabin placements work?Upon acceptance of a camper's registration, he or she is assigned to one of our awesome cabins. To give your camper the ultimate camp-away experience with their peers and the opportunity to make new friends, we allow one suggested cabin mate suggestion. If there is a perfect match, we know to place the two campers who matched together. (Ex: If John picks James and James picks John, we know to place them in the same cabin.) This new system has been put in place to avoid overflow in cabins and to make sure that every camper gets one guaranteed cabin mate. This does not apply to our 8th grade program as they are not divided into cabins, but rather one big lodge to house them all!
What if my camper doesn't match up with their best friend? No fear! Your camper will have block classes, large camp activities, and we can ensure you that your camper will have many other opportunities to see peers outside their cabin. |
Where is PAL Camp Located?Center Lake Bible Camp
15204 20 Mile Road, Tustin, MI 49688 231-829-3441 Center Lake is easily accessible from all the major Michigan cities in 2-4 hours. From west and south: take U.S.-131 to the Tustin-Marion Exit; then take W. 20 Mile Rd. east 4 miles to camp. From Detroit and east: take US-10 M-115: then M-115 to W. 20 Mile Rd.; then west 7 1/2 miles to camp. |
How can I mail letters/packages to my camper during camp week?Do not have food sent to camp (including gum), unless there is a medical reason which should then be documented on the Camper Health Form.
ATTN: [Insert Camper's Name and Cabin] Center Lake Bible Camp 15204 20 Mile Road, Tustin, MI 49688 231-829-3441 *Please note that we recommend all mail is shipped no later than Wednesday of camp week. Any mail received after the campers have departed to home on Saturday will not be delivered home. If parents need to get in touch with campers due to an emergency, they can call the Center Lake office at (231) 829-3441. |