Many people love the Winter Weather here in Michigan, others do not. Regardless of your opinion and even though it is February, it might not be too early to think about this summer.

First, Camp Lael offers Summer Youth Camps from June to mid-July. Fully staffed by individiuals trained for a summer experience working with youth and children, all you have to worry about is getting the kids to camp. See the schedule here.

Then throughout the summer, Camp Lael also has spaced form rental groups of various sizes. Do you know a Band or Choir Director, or other person associated with a large group looking for summer camp facilites? Camp Lael currently has a full week (July 22-27) open for rent. Contact Camp Lael if you are interested. See the full summer schedule

For those who like the cold weather and snow, check out the pictures of the first snow at camp on November 30th, 2011.

Keep February 16, 2011 open for this year's event with proceeds to benefit Camp Lael and Friendship House.

Check out more information here and purchase tickets.

As part of our annual fundraising efforts, we're happy to announce our partnership with Artful Vision.

Artful Vision is an online gallery that features creative gift products made in the U.S.A. The best part? The generous artists, crafters, musicians and authors on Artful Vision support non-profit organizations by donating 20% of each sale.

Thanks you for your continued support. We hope you find our latest fundraising as special and unique as we do. Please tell others that might be interested in purchasing with a purpose. The more people who participate, the greater the difference we can make.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

• Visit the Artful Vision online gallery -- www.artfulvision.com
• Shop their amazing selection of handcrafted products.
• Prior to check out choose Camp Lael.
• 20% of your purchase will be automatically donated.
• It's that easy!

Do you like fresh air, fun, and a little fellowship, then perhaps Camp Lael is the place for you. We are always looking for energetic, compassionate, hard workers for our Summer Camping season. Whether as a cabin leader, a lifeguard, a kitchen helper, or a maintenance helper, there may be a place for you! Download the application here and send it to Camp.

After sending the application, you will need 3 references, and the form can be downloaded here. The deadline is April 1st, so do not delay!

Camp Lael participates in the Meijer Community Rewards program which donates 1% of all purchases at Meijer back to Camp Lael. Just use organization code 551056 when signing up.

Check out their website for more information http://www.meijer.com/rewards

It seems that every time someone gets talking about camp something always seems to come up in the conversation - Bread in a Can. We have dug through the DBC archives and were able to find a recipe. Take a look at it here.