This past weekend, we had the joy of hosting our 2024 Leaders in Training (LIT) reunion at Camp Mini-Yo-We. The reunion serves as a milestone for these young leaders—a final gathering as campers before they step into the next phase of their journey as staff members. It’s also a time to reconnect with the friends and leaders who have been …
At Camp Mini-Yo-We, we talk a lot about our Leadership Pathway. Our mission is to develop tomorrow’s leaders, and we have designed a clear path to help them grow, experience new things, and gain opportunities they won’t find in many other places. I love our Leadership Pathway because young leaders can join anytime and still learn and grow so much—but …
The summer team at Camp Mini-Yo-We is an incredible mix of newcomers and returning staff members. This past summer, we had about a 50/50 split between those who were on staff for the first time and those who were returning. This balance brings fresh perspectives while preserving the traditions that make Camp feel like home. With this mix, we’re continually …
If you have been around Camp Mini-Yo-We much, you may have heard people say, “Developing tomorrow’s leaders through life-changing adventures in God’s creation”. This is our mission statement, which truly frames how we approach decision making. From the staffing perspective, we put care into hiring and training our team to fulfill this purpose. Throughout the summer, staff members are given …
Anna Temple joined Camp Mini-Yo-We’s year-round staff as our Team Development Coordinator at the end of Summer 2023. During the year, she connects with potential summer staff members to form the best possible team! I could write a whole post about why I keep returning to work at Camp. Like me, our staff members have plenty of reasons for choosing …
If you’ve ever wondered why so many young people spend their summer serving at Camp Mini-Yo-We instead of working other jobs for more money and time off, you are not alone. After years of attending and working at camps and learning about the experiences of others, I’ve found the secret lies in the development and intersection of three things: community, …
