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Family Events
Mother Daughter Retreat- March 9-10, 2024
“‘80s Throwback”
Everything old is new again during this ‘80s throwback weekend. It will be a weekend of neon, big hair, leg warmers, and lots of new memories. Crafts and activities for all ages, a themed tea, and Sunday worship are all part of this weekend.
Ages: Mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmas, and women of all ages. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees: $63 per child ages 5–8, $110 per person age 9 through adult. Includes lodging and meals.
Dates: March 9–10, 9a Saturday to 1p Sunday.
Grand Camp- June 13-15, July 28-30, 2024
Spend quality time bonding with your grandkids and making memories that will last a lifetime. This camp will provide a time for grandparents to make connections with their grandchildren through a variety of activities such as swimming, boating, hiking, games, campfires, crafts, storytimes, Bible studies, and even nap time! Due to supervision limitations, we ask that you bring no more than three grandchildren to this event. Registration opens February 1 at 7pm. Children must be registered by their parent/guardian.
Ages: Grandparents of all ages and grandchildren ages 5–10
Fees: $182 per grandparent and $123 per grandchild.
Dates: June 13–15, July 28–30, 2024
Colony Camp-August 16-18, 2024
Fun and fellowship for the whole family! Colony Camp is a great opportunity to experience some summer fun with your family before everyone heads back to school. Enjoy the planned group activities along with boating and swimming, or simply relax and spend quality time with family and friends. Bring your RV, tent, or use one of the cabins. Bring your own food and bedding, and enjoy a weekend at Camp Mack!
Ages: Families of all ages. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees: $105 per family. Camp lodging is available. No meals are provided by camp.
Dates: August 16-18, 2024
Labor Day Family Camp- August 30-September 2, 2024
This popular camp offers something for the entire family! Swimming, boating, crafts, and community worship are available, along with age-appropriate classes and discussion groups.
Ages: Families of all ages. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees: $90 per family ($100 after 7/14) for the full time program with options for other packages. There are additional fees for lodging and meals.
Dates: Labor Day Weekend, September 1-4, 6p Friday to 1p Monday.
Camp Mack Festival- October 5, 2024
Food, fellowship, and fun for the whole family. Enjoy a wide range of entertainment, demonstrations, crafts, food, and other activities. Shop the auction for artisan crafts and unique experiences. Handicap parking and transportation are available.
Free admission and parking. Festival proceeds support the mission of Camp Mack.
Fee: No charge
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024 10a- 2p
Father Son Retreat- October 12-13, 2024
More info coming soon!
Age: Fathers, sons, brothers, grandpas, and men of all ages! Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fee: TBD
Date: October 12-13, 2024 . 9a Saturday -1p Sunday.
Arts, Crafts, and Hobbies
Board Games Weekend- March 1-3, 2024
Pack your games for our first adult gaming weekend. Learn new games or play a favorite. Late nights, strategy, and 4th meal are waiting for you.
Ages: 18 and older
Fees: $ 160
Dates: March 1–3, 6p Friday– 3p Sunday
Quilt Retreat- February 15-18, April 17-21, October 16-20, 2024
This is a unique opportunity for quilters of all ages to gather and share their expertise and love of quilting while enjoying the tranquil scenery of Camp Mack. All levels of quilters, from novice to expert, are invited! Due to facility limitations and distancing preferences, space is limited to the first 24 fully-paid quilters.
What to bring? Sewing supplies and projects, sewing machine, table light, show and tell items, bedding for a twin bed, towel, toiletries, etc.
What’s provided? 6- to 8-foot table and accessible power strip access, shared cutting tables and irons with ironing boards, devotions, optional guided project (April and October)
Fees: $169 per quilter arriving Friday evening, $187 per quilter arriving on Friday morning, $212 per quilter arriving on Thursday evening, $240 per quilter arriving on Wednesday evening (April and October). Fee includes housing and scheduled meals.
Dates: February 15–18, April 17–21, October 16–20, 3p Thursday (early arrival for April/October is Wednesday 3p) to 3p Sunday. Registration for October retreat opens April 17th.
Scrap & Craft Retreat – February 22-25, October 24-27, 2024
Crop and craft ‘til you drop with a weekend of crafting therapy. Bring the scrapbook and crafting projects you need to finish or may have been waiting for the perfect time to begin. Spread out your supplies and enjoy an uninterrupted time with fellow crafters. Bring your extra scraps, paper, stickers, and more to trade at the free table.
What’s provided?
Each participant will have a 7- or 8-foot table, power strip access, Wi-Fi, and trash can.
Fees: $169 per crafter arriving Friday evening, $187 per crafter arriving on Friday morning, $212 per crafter arriving on Thursday evening. Fee includes housing and scheduled meals.
Dates: February 22–25 and October 24–27
6p Thursday (early arrival) to 3p Sunday.
Knitting & Crocheting Get-a-way Day- February 24, October 26, 2024
Get your daily dose of fiber at camp with all experience levels of knitters/crocheters. Bring your hooks/needles, patterns, and yarn and learn to knit or crochet, learn a new stitch, swap stories, and show off your favorite creations or T.O.A.D.
If your yarn stash is exploding, bring yarn and notions for the free table. Treasures to be found here.
Fee: $25
Date: February 24 and October 26, 9a–4p
Scrapbooking Get-a-way Day-February 24, October 26, 2024
Join our scrap and craft retreat participants for a one-day option. Finish a couple pages for your scrapbook or a project you have been waiting to finish and find treasures at the free table.
Dates: February 24 and October 26, 9a–4p
Fee: $25
Adventure
Target Sports Get-A-Way Day- April 20, 2024
Improve your aim and accuracy with a day of target sports. Let it fly, whether it be with a bow and arrow, slingshot and paintballs, or throwing atlatl darts through a hoop. No experience needed.
Ages: 10+ Anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fee: $25
Date: April 20, 9a–3p
Sailing 101 Get-A-Way Day- August 17, 2024
Learn how to rig a Sunfish and basic sailing techniques. Review helpful knots and safety tips. Then, head out on Lake Waubee for some practical experience on our fleet of Sunfish. Take out a Laser sailboat for a little more fun.
When: August 17, 2024, 9a-3p
Where: Meet at the John Kline Welcome Center before heading down to Becker Boating Beach at Camp Mack
Cost: $25 (Lunch included)
*Bring a swimsuit, sunscreen and towel. You will get wet.
Advanced Sailing Get-A-Way Day- August 24, 2024
Advance your sailing experience during a camp sailing regatta with a variety of races and skills drills.
When: August 24, 2024, 9a-3p
Where: Camp Mack
Cost: $25
Nature
Birdwatching Retreat-May 2-4, 2024
Enjoy the spring migration with birdwatchers of all ages. New and experienced birdwatchers will experience the various habitats and birds at camp opening night and before breakfast. Field trips fill the days with opportunities to see birds not found at camp.
Ages: Birdwatchers of all ages. Anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees:. $161 for 2 nights and 4 meals, $112 for 1 night and 2 meals. Bring money for a restaurant meal on Friday evening.
Dates: May 2–4, 6:30p Thursday to 2p Saturday.
Eagle Watch Get-A-Way Day- February 11, 2024
Prepare for an awesome eagle adventure as we travel to some well-known eagle locations near Mississinewa and Salamonie. Learn about their reintroduction and recovery efforts in Indiana and learn how to age an eagle that you see.
Date: Sunday, February 11, 1p–9p
Fee: $35
Register early. Please dress for the weather.
Free Wildflower Walk- April 28, 2024
Experience the changes in the wilderness area as spring puts on a beautiful show of wildflowers and blooming shrubs. Appreciate the trillium, bloodroot, spring beauties, hepatica, and others in bloom.
Ages: Family-friendly event
Fee: Free
Date: April 28, 2–4p
Free Fall Nut and Tree ID Walk- October 27, 2024
Explore and ID the trees in the Camp Mack woods. Crack and sample nuts along the trail.
When: October 27, 2024, 2-4p
Where: Meet outside Wampler Lodge at Camp Mack
Cost: Free and family friendly! No registration required.
*Come dressed for the weather.
Free Prairie Restoration Day- October 19, 2024
Prairie Restoration
Cut autumn olive and other invasive brush in the prairie and help return it to a healthy prairie.
When: October 19, 2024
Where: Meet outside Wampler Lodge at Camp Mack
Cost: Free (lunch included) RSVP to info@campmack.org
*Come dressed for the weather.
Sandhill Cranes Get-a-way Day- November 23, 2024
Travel with us to the Jasper-Pulaski Fish and Wildlife area. Observe upwards of 10,000+ cranes in the field from the observation platform as they fly in and dance while traveling along their migration route.
When: November 23, 2024, 1p-9p
Where: Meet at the John Kline Welcome Center at Camp Mack before going offsite.
Cost: $35 (Snacks included)
Leader: Brad Hardesty
*Come dressed for the weather. Bring binoculars. Bring money to stop for dinner at Christos on the way home.
Children and Youth
Winter and Spring Break Day Camps- January 2-5, April 1-5, 2024
Spend your school breaks with Camp Mack. Your day will be filled with fun exploring nature, doing crafts, enjoying free play, making new friends, playing games, and enjoying what camp has to offer.
Adult to child ratio of 1:10.
Grades: Kindergarten–5th grade
Fee: $120 for Winter Break Camp, $150 for Spring Break Camp with additional fees for before and after care. Some scholarships may be available.
Dates: January 2–5, April 1–5, 8:30am–3:30pm with options for before and after care
Snow Camp Jr- January 27, 2024
Snow Camp Jr. is for our younger campers to enjoy all things snow related through games, crafts, snacks, and outdoor play. Please dress for the weather and bring a change of clothes.
Ages: 5–12
Fee: $35, includes lunch, snack, and all activities.
Date: Saturday, January 27, 9a–4p
Snow Camp- February 3, 2024- cancelled
Snow Camp is for our older campers to enjoy a winter day at camp. Plenty of games, crafts, snacks, and outdoor play. Please dress for the weather and bring a change of clothes.
Grades: 6–10
Fee: $35, includes lunch, snack, and all activities.
Date: Saturday, February 3, 9a–4p
Homeschool Outdoor Education Days- Monthly
Homeschool theme days are held every month from September through April. Pick from Monday or Wednesday each month.
Ages: 7–14
Fee: $25 (optional sack lunch provided by Camp for $5)
Dates: January 8 or 10, February 12 or 14, March 11 or 13, and April 15 or 17.
Time: 10am-5pm
January: Mad Science STEM/STEAM DAY
Make your own lab coat and then learn about the tools and tricks of the experiments your favorite science show hosts use. Use all your senses while learning. End the day by performing your favorite experiment as part of a science show.
February: CSI/Forensics
Explore the history of forensics, practice observation skills, look at bias, and conduct an arson investigation. This is a hands-on day of inquiry.
March: Primitive Tools and Skills
Connect with the earth through learning cordage making, weaving, clay work, fishing, flintknapping basics, and other primitive skills.
April: Intro to Camping and Backpacking
Practice the skills needed for overnights in the outdoors. Set up tents, learn Leave No Trace principles, explore food dehydration, and use the 10 essentials.
Spiritual and Fellowship
Seasoned Citizens- October 7-10, 2024
Save the date, and watch for more information coming soon!
Pastor’s Sabbath- May 6-7, 2024
The Sabbath experience at Camp Mack is a time of reflection, fellowship, personal meditation, and recreation for Church of the Brethren pastors. There’s plenty of time for fellowship with a balance of structured and free time!
Guest leadership—Amy Gall Ritchie
Fee: $35 (Fee includes CEUs, lodging, and meals)
Dates: May 6–7
Come for a few hours or both days.
Women’s Camp- May 30-June 1, 2024
Gather with women for a time of worship, reflection, and fellowship. Enjoy time at the campfire. Attend sessions led by a guest speaker to grow in faith. Participate in Love Feast. Leave feeling refreshed and recharged together.
Ages: Women of all ages. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees: $170 for 2 nights and 5 meals, $97 for 1 night and 3 meals, $56 for 1 day and 3 meals
Date: May 30–June 1, 4p Thursday to 12:30p Saturday.
Women Creating Community
Registration is now open for the 2024/2025 Women Creating Community Session. This year’s book study is “The Gifts of Imperfection” by Brené Brown.
Christmas
Wreaths and Swags Get Away Day- December 7, 2024
Are you ready to Deck your Halls? Make a traditional Williamsburg Wreath, Christmas wreath, or a swag using greens and fresh fruit to grace your door this Christmas season.
When: December 7, 2024, 9-Noon, lunch to follow
Where: Ulrich Lodge Basement at Camp Mack
Cost: $35 (Lunch and all materials included)
Leader: Karen Kauffman
*Bring work gloves.
Christmas Cookies Get Away Day- December 7 or 8, 2024
Fill your cookie jar for the holidays! Camp provides the ingredients, measuring utensils and mixing bowls. You bring the family (or not), mix the dough, sample cookies and sip hot chocolate. Best of all, camp cleans up the mess! Choose 4 batches of cookies (each makes about 3 dozen)
When: December 7 or 8, 2024. Choose from Saturday morning, Saturday afternoon or Sunday afternoon session
Where: John Kline Welcome Center at Camp Mack
Cost: TBD (Lunch and all baking materials included)
*Bring an apron and containers to take home your cookies. There are 3 sessions to choose from. Please choose from Saturday AM/PM or Sunday PM.
Calendar of Events
2024 Fall Retreats & Events
- Family Colony Camp August 16-18
- Labor Day Family Camp August 30- Sept 2
- Sailing 101- August 17
- Advanced Sailing- August 24
- Women Creating Community- Begins Sept 5
- Seasoned Citizens- October 7-10
- Father Son Retreat- October 12-13
- October Quilt Retreat- Full
- October Scrap and Craft Retreat- October 24-27
- Knit and Crochet and Scrap and Craft Get-a-way Day- October 26
- Sandhill Cranes Get-a-way day- November 23
- Christmas cookies Get-a-way Day- December 7 or 8