http://www.www.miniyowe.com/Camp Mini-Yo-We is a Christian Summer Camp in Muskoka that is committed to introducing children and young people to the message of Jesus Christ from the Bible through a camping experience that incorporate outdoor adventure, practical spiritual teaching, skill development, physical activity, friendship and lots of fun.EnTue, 24 Jan 2012 15:18:03 -0500Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:18:03 -0500http://www.www.miniyowe.com/kids-hone-survival-skills-at-camp-mini-yo-we/ We were recently featured in the online article "Kids Hone Survival Skills at Camp Mini-Yo-We" on The Toronto Star-run website parentcentral.ca. The article focuses on how Camp is "helping shape future leaders."   As reporter Leslie Ferenc points out, Mini-Yo-We is a Christian camp that welcomes children from all different denominations and is accessible for low-income families. To clarify, Camp is intended for children from all social and economic backrgounds!   There are still some spaces available most weeks in Boys Camp (9 to 15 years old), Girls Camp (9 to 15 years old) and Junior Camp (5 to 9 years old), and at H2O (sailing and wakeboarding camp for 14 to 16 year-olds) and PRiME (our high school youth camp). Register now!    Kids hone survival skills at Camp Mini-Yo-We   July 21, 2010 LESLIE FERENC, STAFF REPORTER MARY LAKE   If not for Mini-Yo-We, Jackson Wright wouldn't be here. His parents met at the camp years ago when his father, John, was a counsellor and his mother a leader in training. The 12-year-old plans to follow in their footsteps at least when it comes to being a leader in training and member of camp staff. In the meantime, he's having a ball as a camper. "I've come to camp for five years, he said as he chatted by the waterfront, the music of "Banner Yearby Five Iron Frenzy blaring from the speakers. "I want to come back every year because it's so much fun. This summer, he's mastering the ropes course despite the fact he is terrified of heights. "When I reached the top, I almost had a heart attack, he said laughing. "I knew I could do it. It was a question of would I. Encouragement from his counsellors and camp buddies helped him achieve his goal. Wright has also been practising archery. When aiming, he said he pictures a character in the sci-fi novel he's reading The Hungry Gamesby Suzanne Collins. It helps him stay focused. So far, the bull's eye has eluded him, but there's still time to brush up on his skills. "I think making new friends is the best thing about camp, he continued adding every kid should try to come. "They'd fit in right away and have a great time. There's so much to do I never get bored. A Christian camp for boys and girls 5 to 16 years old, kids from all denominations are welcome at Mini-Yo-We. Bible studies and devotionals are woven into a program of traditional camp activities including swimming, sailing, skateboarding, rock climbing and wakeboarding. A new arts program has been introduced this summer along with golf. There's also the H2O camp for water sports enthusiasts. Among the highlights of the camp, a home away from home for many children from low income families, are the off-site canoe trips. "Canoe tripping is great because there's a certain amount of leadership and teamwork involved, said boys camp director Ethan Clarke noting children also hone their survival skills. The trips give kids many who are from the city and may not otherwise have a chance, get in touch with nature. "Campers always come back with a sense of accomplishment. Ben Ankenmann, grew up at Mini-Yo-We Sioux for Camp of Living Waters. His father, Mike, is the camp director and his mother, Jean, a long-time volunteer. Younger brother, Josh, and older sister, Kylie, also work at the camp. His maternal grandparents were also volunteers. It's a tradition for many families who remain connected to the camp over generations. Like the Wrights, many couples met at camp and are now sending their children. "A big part of camp is how much fun it is, said Ben Ankenmann, 21, who is ministry director. "There are a ton of activities and staff care so much about the children and spend a lot of time with campers even though they have friends here. What kids learn at camp life skills, the courage to expand their boundaries, the importance of friendship and responsibility as well as living in a close knit community they take home with them, added Clarke. "It's all about respecting diversity, sharing and caring. It's about helping shape future leaders. Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/kids-hone-survival-skills-at-camp-mini-yo-we/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/top-10-reasons-to-send-your-children-to-camp/The following article by Judy Bryson of Christianity Today discusses the top 10 reasons why the children in your life need a christian camping experience this summer. Check it out! http://www.christianitytoday.com/childrensministry/pioneerclubs/getthemcamp.html Wed, 09 Mar 2011 12:00:00 ESThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/top-10-reasons-to-send-your-children-to-camp/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/laser-bahia-sailboat-added-to-mini-yo-we-fleet/This past week a generous alumnus and friend of camp donated a mint condition 16 foot Laser Bahia sailboat to camp. This is not just "any sailboat", the Laser Bahia is a top of the line sailboat in the single hull family of sailboats. It is designed for superior performance and ease of use for both people learning how to sail and for advanced sailors. Check out the Laser website for more details! This boat will be a huge addition to our fleet and will help train more advanced Sailors particularly at Wake|Sail Camp. Our fleet also now consists of 8 Laser Picos, 3 Wayfarers, 2 catamarans and a Laser Bahia which allows us to give children and young people a variety of experiences on the water this summer. Sailing is a great activity for campers to be active in Gods creation; to see His glory and sense His awesome power.  We are excited to be able to better use this activity as a platform to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with our campers! Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/laser-bahia-sailboat-added-to-mini-yo-we-fleet/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/camp-mini-yo-we-on-daytime-tv/Recently Camp Mini-Yo-We's Outdoor Centre event, The Women's Fitness Weekend, was featured on the DayTime television talkshow in Mississauga. Guy Aramini, founder and creator of the fitness weekend answered several questions in regards to Camp and to why the Women's Fitness Weekend on June 3rd to 5th was a "must attend" event! Watch TV Interview For more information on the Women's Fitness Weekend visit www.thewfw.com or contact Guy at guy@miniyowe.com or at 647.405.2443 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/camp-mini-yo-we-on-daytime-tv/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/thank-you/Thursday April 28th the Annual Mini-Yo-We Fundraising Dinner was held at the Terrace Banquet Hall in Vaughan. The dinner was a great success and we thank you very much for all who supported us that day and for those who were thinking of us but couldn't make it. In all we had around 375 guests and several volunteers who made this night possible. If you were unable to make the event but would still like to make a contribution to Camp Mini-Yo-We please contact mike.a@miniyowe.com for more details. Thank you for your support! Tue, 03 May 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/thank-you/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/2011-open-house-survey/Thank you very much to anyone who came out to our annual Open House this past Sunday May 29th! We had a great day and the weather cooperated. We would very much appreciate your feedback in regards to your experience at the Open House. If you attended the event we would greatly appreciate you taking 5 minutes to fill out our Open House Survey. We are always trying to improve and your feedback and comments are valuable to us. Thank You! Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/2011-open-house-survey/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/camp-myw-chairman-in-toronto-star/Andy Montgomery, Chairman of the board of directors here at Camp Mini-Yo-We, was recently interviewed about his experiences at Camp and how Camp Mini-Yo-We has changed his life. Check this out and forward it on to your friends of Camp! Toronto Star Article Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/camp-myw-chairman-in-toronto-star/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/2011-summer-camp-feedback/ We hope that your son or daughter had a fantastic time at Camp Mini-Yo-We. In order to continue improving the quality of your child's camp experience, we are conducting a survey! Your response is greatly appreciated as we factor your feedback into our future decision making about Camp! Also by completing this survey you are eligible to enter your name into the draw for a FREE WEEK OF CAMP IN 2012! Click Here To Take The 2011 Parent Survey Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/2011-summer-camp-feedback/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/hot-new-summer-2011-promotion/Camp Mini-Yo-We has teamed up with a new social media referral company called VouchFor! this summer to bring to you our hottest deal! This could amount to HUGE SAVINGS for your family! If you are currently registered as a Camp Mini-Yo-We camper, and you refer a new friend who registers for Camp in 2011, you'll receive $150 OFF your next stay at Camp in 2011 or 2012!! Or, you can receive the $150 value towards a Specialty Activity or as a credit at our Tuck Shop during your visit now. PLUS, your friend will receive $150 OFF their week of Camp! All you have to do is visit the VouchFor! website, invite all your friends to Camp, and the rest is easy! Wed, 27 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/hot-new-summer-2011-promotion/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/hiring-for-year-round-staff/Looking for a dynamic and fulfilling work environment? Looking to gain valuable experience while working in a ministry context? Camp Mini-Yo-We is looking for several new members to join our year round staff team this fall. We are hiring for several positions including Assistant Food Services Manager, Head Cook and many more. Click here to see our most recent job postings! God Bless Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/hiring-for-year-round-staff/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/wakeboards-bindings-for-sale/Looking for a new wakeboard or a new set of wakeboard bindings? We are selling some mint condition wakeboard equipment from Camp that has been barely used. Also we are selling it for a fraction of the original retail price. We have several models many of which are 2011 and barely used. Check out our online flyer and contact Cliff Peat at cliff@miniyowe.com or at (705) 641-9973. Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/wakeboards-bindings-for-sale/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/reserve-your-spot-for-2012/Dear Camp Mini-Yo-We Parents & Campers, Reserve your spot at Camp for the summer of 2012 and save $100 per child per week at Camp Mini-Yo-We. Also, you will pay 2011 prices which will equate to even more savings as prices are going up for 2012. Download the online reservation form below and mail, scan or fax it into the Camp office before Sept 30th, 2011 to reserve your spot. Printable 2012 Reservation Form   Sincerely,  Scott McGill Camp Mini-Yo-We Sales & Marketing Director Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/reserve-your-spot-for-2012/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/day-camp-is-coming-to-myw/Camp Mini-Yo-We this year will be offering a Day Camp program for 5 to 12 year old boys and girls from 8:30 am to 5 pm Sunday night to Friday every week of the summer. We are very excited about the opportunity to help more and more campers have the Camp experience and not be intimidated by spending the night. Day campers will have a blast and will enjoy all the amazing aspects of Camp Mini-Yo-We's programming and bible teaching! More details about Day Camp will follow in the coming months. Stay tuned! Wed, 05 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EDThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/day-camp-is-coming-to-myw/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/vote-for-volunteer-builders/ Dear Friends & Alumni, Camp Mini-Yo-We and our Meeting Hall Capital Campaign project was chosen this year by Volunteer Builders to be their main building project for the year!! Very exciting.... however, in order for them to get the funding to build it for us  WE NEED YOUR HELP VOTING FOR OUR PROJECT BEFORE Nov 30th! Click HERE To Vote For Volunteer Builders & The Meeting Hall Today Note: You can vote once a day until the deadline! Learn more about volunteer builders at http://www.volunteerbuilders.org/our_history.shtml Sincerely, Camp Mini-Yo-We Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:00:00 ESThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/vote-for-volunteer-builders/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/full-time-positions-available/Staff Opportunities! Camp Mini-Yo-We is looking to fill the full-time roles of Site Manager & Leadership Training Director (LTD is a Part-Time position as well). Visit http://www.miniyowe.com/join-our-team/ for more details. Wed, 07 Dec 2011 12:00:00 ESThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/full-time-positions-available/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/video-director-needed/ Camp Mini-Yo-We is seeking a person to join our summer staff team in 2012 in the role of Video Director! This opportunity involves being responsible for the public presentation of Camp though multi-media in an outwardly focused marketing context.  The multi-media product that will be completed is ultimately designed to promote Camp, increase camper retention and increase parent satisfaction about their childs Camp experience. For details and job description click here. For more information please contact Scott McGill at (905) 601-7774 or scott@miniyowe.com. Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:00:00 ESThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/video-director-needed/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/annual-fundraising-dinner/Mark on your calendars to be at this unforgettable night on Thursday April 26th. The Mini-Yo-We dinner is a great chance for parents to connect with friends from Camp and also support the ongoing ministry of Camp Mini-Yo-We. this year's theme is "Precious" and will be focusing on the many faces and lives that are touched through Camp. When: Thurs April 26th, 2012 6 pm Punch & Silent Auction 7 pm Dinner & Program 9:15 pm Dinner & Program Finished Where: The Terrace Banquet Centre @ 1680 Creditstone Road, Vaughn ON L4K 5T4 Cost: $60 To purchase tickets online, please click here.  Or, contact the office by email at dinner@miniyowe.com or toll free at 1-888-CAMP MYW Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:00:00 ESThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/annual-fundraising-dinner/http://www.www.miniyowe.com/family-day-event/ Where: Camp Mini-Yo-We Date: February 20th, 2012  Time: 9 am to 5 pm  Cost: $15/person or $50/family (max 5 per family). Looking for the perfect family getaway for you and your family on this special holiday? Family Day is an amazing opportunity for families and friends to enjoy the winter weather up in Muskoka and to participate in some fabulous outdoor winter activities together! This is also a great opportunity to come see the Camp as well as stay overnight and experience what its really like sleeping at Camp before your son or daughter tries it next summer! - Includes all activities, drinks, chili lunch, afternoon snack - Kids under 5 years old come for FREE! - Overnight accommodations are available the night before the event for $20/person which includes evening entertainment and a continental breakfast. DOWNLOAD E-FLYER RSVP Today to secure your spot by emailing office@miniyowe.com or by calling the office at 1-888-226-7699! Family Day SOLD OUT in 2011 and we don't want you to miss it this year.     Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:00:00 ESThttp://www.www.miniyowe.com/family-day-event/