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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 …
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 …
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 …
Our mission at Camp Mini-Yo-We is to develop tomorrow’s leaders through life-changing adventures in God’s creation. Our approach to leadership is not just about honing skills or personal growth; crucially, it’s about growing closer to Jesus Christ, the most influential leader who ever lived. When we talk about “leaders,” we aren’t referring to an abstract concept but to a set …
At Camp Mini-Yo-We in Muskoka, we believe that school trips can be a transformative experience for students, providing an opportunity to develop important life skills and grow as leaders. Our mission is to offer life-changing adventures in God’s creation, where students can challenge themselves and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment. For teachers, planning a school trip can …
As a teacher, are you looking for ways to make your lessons more engaging and memorable for your students? Do you believe that students who are exposed to a variety of experiences are more successful in school and beyond? Have you considered the benefits of overnight trips and how they can impact your student’s academic and personal growth? Are you …
Are you excited to give your child a summer of adventure at Mini-Yo-We? But wondering what to expect? Here are five things you need to know as a first-time family!
Warning: December 31 is Coming! Before we jump into some reflections on this year, there are three things I don’t want you to miss before December 31st. Check it out: Help volunteers through a year-end gift // We’re right in the middle of a campaign to dramatically improve both our accommodations and bathroom facilities as a thank you for our …
What a Year! As we look back on 2022 it feels like a pivotal year in our ministry. After two summers of uncertainty and “pivoting” we were able to launch back into overnight kids camp and it was awesome. We had ups and downs but through it all was the sustaining joy of seeing campers back on property after two …
Volunteers Make Camp Happen! What makes Camp Mini-Yo-We so special? Of course, there is Mary Lake, the beautiful sunsets, the outdoor activities and the tasty food, but people are what make camp feel like home. For almost 80 years there is one particular group of people that our campers are particularly indebted to—our adult volunteers. At the very heart of …
