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CAMP ANOKIJIG

New Friends, Positive Values, Personal Growth,
 Great Adventures
 and
 Outrageous Fun


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"We Serve"

Since 1926
W5639 Anokijig Ln
Plymouth, WI 53073
anokijig@excel.net      1-800-741-6931      (920)893-0782     Fax (920)893-0873
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Resident Camp Specialty Programs

  

Specialty Programs combine all the activities of “Resident Camp” with a focus on one particular activity for part of the day. Many programs, like horses or fishing, are available in Both “Resident Camp” and “Specialty Programs” with the difference being the level of focus. This is the best of both Worlds…Resident Camp Activities plus a Specialty of your choice.
 These all have limited enrollment, so don’t wait too long. 
Specialty Camp Options for 2012:

  

Ranch (7th grade and above)
Circle A Ranch (4th thru 6th grade)
Adventure Challenge (entering 8th grade and older)
Competitive Swim Camp
Yoga Camp
Theatre in the Woods Camp
Camp Comedy
Fishing Expeditions I
Fishing Expeditions II
Drum, Drum, Drum
Stamper

  
horses on victory hill

Ranch/Horse Programs
(Offered each session)

 ranchride  

All campers may choose to participate in horse related activities on a daily basis during Free Periods. Trail ride lessons, horse care, or just hanging out at the corral with the Wranglers, are all available. Helmets always provided.
 If you want to spend more time at the corral;"Ranch" or "Circle A Riders" are for you.

 

Ranch - Skill Programs

(offered each session)

Ranch (grades 7 and above) Circle A Riders (grades 4 thru 6)

Participants will spend a portion of their day on our working ranch learning horse care and riding techniques. Each will be given their own horse to ride and care for under the close supervision of our staff. Lessons, ring work, trail rides, games and special events will fill your week. Riding lessons will take place "in the ring" and "on the trail" to help the camper learn the ways of a horse and develop confidence and riding skills. There is also ample time to enjoy all the other activities at Anokijig. These programs have limited space, so register early

  

Competitive Swim Camp
Session 4 * July 8 to July 14

  

This program combines all of the activities of Anokijig with an added focus on the sport of competitive swimming. Designed for current (YMCA or U.S.S.)  age-group competitive swimmers, activities include approximately two hours per day at a local pool practicing stroke techniques, starts, and turns. Swimmers are videotaped at each pool session and an hour at camp each morning is dedicated to slow motion review of technique and coaching to improve for the next session and beyond. Besides daily evaluations our experienced coach will also give each camper a written evaluation on all four strokes to take home. Plus, when daily swim instruction is done you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy all of the activities of Resident Camp.

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FISHING EXPEDITIONS PROGRAMS

  

Fishing Expeditions 1

(Grades 4 and 5)
Session 3 * July 1 to July 7
Session 6 * July 22 to July 28
Session 8 * August 5 to August 11

  

big fishThis is an exciting program that will be filled with variety, adventure, and a fishing good time. We will learn to fly fish and then travel to a premier trout area where we always09 lake michigan fish
 catch our dinner. We’ll night fish from a pontoon boat looking for Northern, Bass, and Pan Fish. Experience using a variety of baits, both live and artificial and try new techniques. We will fish from shore, docks, and boats. Then top off the week with a Lake Michigan Charter trip(weather permitting) to bring home the real big ones. If you like to fish or want to learn, this will be the highlight of your summer. Come get hooked. Grade 4 & 5

  

Fishing Expeditions 2

(Grades 6 and up)
Session 2 * June 24 to June 30
Session 4 * July 8 to July 14
Session 7 * July 29 to August 4

  

This program will have all of the great activities available in Expeditions I, but geared for campers 6th grade and older. A little faster paced instruction to allow time for a few more advanced techniques. Grade 6 & up.

 Check out our Sylvania Backcountry Canoe Fishing Adventure Trip Too!

 

Yoga Camp

(All Ages)
Session 4 * July 8 to July 14

  

In daily one-hour sessions, we'll use a fun, creative approach to yoga that promotes strength, flexibility, coordination and body awareness. Through breathing and visualization techniques, kids will challenge themselves and build confidence and self-esteem during a fun, energetic experience instructed by an experienced registered Yoga Teacher. When not practicing yoga, campers can enjoy all of the great recreational activities of Resident Camp. Open to all ages.

  
theatre in the woods

Theater in the Woods

(All Ages)
Session 1 * June 12 to June 18

  

This unique theater camp gives kids a chance to help produce, compose, and perform a theater piece created with the guidance of veteran drama coach. Campers will explore their creative voice by offering songs, words, or movement either as a solo or ensemble. Original music, percussion, and dance are just a few of the many options to develop a stunning performance. Together they’ll help make something magical happen with characters developed with their imaginations. Each afternoon campers can enjoy all of great recreational activities of Resident Camp! Open to all ages.

  

 Camp Comedy

(Boys and Girls of All Ages)
Session 5 * July 15 to July 21

NEW

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Have you ever watched one of the many sketch comedy shows on TV and said “I could do that!”? Well here’s a chance to give it a try. Under the direction of an experienced professional comedic writer and actor, you’ll get to find your comic voice. Throughout the week campers will learn the basics of improvisation, writing, and performance, while creating their own comic sketch to perform at the final campfire. Plus when not working on their on-stage skills they can enjoy all of the great recreational activities of Resident Camp!
Open to all ages.

  

Adventure Challenge

  

(Entering Grades 8 and up)
Session 2 * June 24 thru June 30********Session 3* July 26 thru July 7
Session 4 * July 8 thru July 14*******Session 7 * July 29 thru August 4

  
water teeter cable course  

Have you ever watched one of the dozens of Survivor-like shows on TV and said, "I could do that!” Now is your chance! “Cable Relay", "Bocce Bowling", "Canoe Golf", "Victory Plinko”, “Tank Track”, Human Foosball, and “Super Soma Cube " re just a few of the events that have thrilled Adventure Challenge campers in the past. Any of these and more awaits your arrival. If you have a drive for excitement you won’t be disappointed. Plus, when not on a challenge you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy all of the activities of Resident Camp. Come Join the challenge; both mental and physical. Available to campers entering Grade 8 and up.

  

Drum, Drum, Drum

(Boys and Girls of All Ages)
Session 2 * June 24 to June 30
Session 3 * July 1 to July 7
Session 4 * July 8 to July 14 

NEW

 drumming at anokijig  

‘Who can resist the rhythmic sounds of an African Drum? At the Friday Beach party you’ll have everyone “dancing to a new beat” after you experience this camp specialty. Daily instruction by experienced drumming teachers will help you build skills in numerous drumming techniques on several sizes of drums as well as other percussion instruments. Rhythm and sound will combined for a great time at camp. Plus when not drumming campers can enjoy all of the great recreational activities of Resident Camp! Open to all ages.

  

STAMPER

(offered each session - limited enrollment)

  

This is a great way to lengthen your stay at camp by providing a little bit of service for Anokijig. Open to those individuals who are at least fourteen years of age. The Stamper position is a cross between camper and worker. Stampers are charged a reduced resident camp fee in exchange for performing kitchen or dining hall maintenance duties for portions of that week. Generally Stampers work one meal per day (approximately 2-3 hours) in the kitchen/dining hall doing dishes and clean-up. All Stampers can also be involved in regular camp activities with some limitations regarding Day Trip options. Other privileges may include stamper sectional activities. For those whom are interested in becoming a volunteer Jr. Staff in the future; Stamper is an opportunity to prove your abilities and dedication. Stampers can be more likely to make the transition to Junior Staff positions. Work your way to a great summer camp experience

  

You can call Anokijig a

Resident Camp

Sleep-away Camp

Overnight Camp

Wisconsin Summer Camp

Horse Camp

Whatever you want to call it, it's OUTRAGEOUS FUN!!

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