Navigating New Horizons: The Revitalization of Canoe Tripping at Camp Mini-Yo-We

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Imagine gliding through the serene waters of Mary Lake, the paddle slicing through the reflection of a golden sunrise. This is more than a picturesque scene at Camp Mini-Yo-We: it’s a cherished tradition. Canoe tripping has been a core Mini-Yo-We adventure for generations, embodying the spirit of exploration and camaraderie. Mini-Yo-We’s Current Tripping Adventures The Voyageur Canoe Trip, tailored for …

Unlock More Adventure at Camp Mini-Yo-We: Activities & Instructions

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At Camp Mini-Yo-We, we’re all about creating memorable experiences and opportunities for personal growth. Whether you’re a camper or a parent preparing for the summer, it’s essential to understand the different ways you can customize this adventure. Let’s break it down: Activities: Adventures Core to Every Camper Experience  Core 10 Activities: These are the essential adventures that every camper enjoys …

Prayer Updates from Mary Lake: Camp Mini-Yo-We Summer Reflection

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Summer at Camp Mini-Yo-We is a time of growth, transformation, and joy. As the season wraps up, it’s essential to take a moment to reflect upon our journey, particularly the heartfelt prayers and profound gratitude that were lifted up by our prayer team. You might not have known about it, but we had a faithful group who prayed for our …

Transformational Summer: Ella’s Journey from Nottingham to Muskoka

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If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to step out of your comfort zone, fly thousands of miles from home, and experience being on the team at Camp Mini-Yo-We, just ask Ella Gregson from Nottingham, UK. This past summer, she took the plunge and immersed herself in the beauty of Muskoka, Canada. What she found was nothing short of …

Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders: The Mini-Yo-We Journey

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Among our six guiding principles, the final pillar is “Mission.” This essential aspect of our philosophy centers on developing tomorrow’s leaders. We firmly believe in each generation’s power to help mold the next, with the purpose of transforming communities for Christ near and far! At Camp Mini-Yo-We, we are dedicated to growing and nurturing young leaders and equipping them with …

Small Stewards, Big Impact: How Camp Mini-Yo-We Shapes the Future One Camper at a Time

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Think about this reality: the person who may one day be responsible for groundbreaking medical research, or for streamlining a business to higher levels of efficiency, or for leading the next generation could be packing their bag for Mini-Yo-We right now? The secret ingredient in their future success could be the seeds of “stewardship” that are sown and nurtured at …

Sowing Seeds of Initiative: How Camp Mini-Yo-We Shapes Tomorrow’s Leaders

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Picture this: Your child returns from a week or two at Camp Mini-Yo-We. You notice something different as they re-enter your family. There’s a newfound sense of confidence and maturity. They’re more engaged and helpful, and you realize that they’ve grown somewhere amidst Muskoka sunsets and jumping into Mary Lake. They’ve changed. Camp Mini-Yo-We aims to develop tomorrow’s leaders through a life-changing adventure …

The Power of Living Like Jesus: Unleashing Your Child’s Leadership Potential at Camp Mini-Yo-We

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“Knowledge is not power; it’s only potential power. It becomes power only when, and if, it is organized into definite plans of action and directed to a definite end,” observed Zig Ziglar, the renowned speaker. This potent concept is the bedrock of our “Live Like Jesus” pillar at Camp Mini-Yo-We. At the heart of our mission to develop tomorrow’s leaders …

Discovering Jesus: A Journey of Faith at Camp Mini-Yo-We This Summer

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Our mission is to develop tomorrow’s leaders through life-changing adventures in God’s creation, and we do this by focusing on our six pillars of leadership development. The first of those pillars is “Learn About Jesus.” At Camp Mini-Yo-We, we believe that truly impactful leaders must know about the greatest leader in history: Jesus. We encourage our campers to delve into …

Help Transform Lives with “S’more Smiles: Sweeten the Summer for 77 Kids in Need”

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Summer is just around the corner, and while many families are making plans for vacations and outdoor fun, others face financial challenges that make the prospect of sending their children to camp a distant dream. Camp Mini-Yo-We’s S’more Smiles: Sweeten the Summer for 77 Kids in Need campaign aims to provide life-changing experiences for these families, and with your urgent …