Hiring: Executive Sous Chef
Executive Sous Chef (ESC) Camp Arcadia is seeking a food service professional to serve as Executive Sous Chef, supporting strong leadership and maintaining quality standards for food operations at Camp. This individual will report to Chef/Food Service Director, Kyle Toms, and work with seasonal kitchen staff (college-aged individuals). This individual must be willing to train […]
Hiring: Promotional Assistant
Promotional Assistant (PA) Camp Arcadia is looking to hire a Promotional Assistant to help connect the broader community to Camp Arcadia’s ongoing ministry throughout the year via social media, our biweekly ENewsletter, and print promotional materials. Minimum Qualifications Experience with communications and/or marketing Strong writing skills Ability to communicate Camp Arcadia’s mission, ministry and updates […]
2021 Season Update
The snow is melting and spring is right around the corner. The Camp Arcadia team is working hard to prepare for the 2021 season and are anxiously awaiting the opportunity to serve you. Here is an update on Camp Arcadia’s season including the impact of COVID-19, registrations, staffing, the Arcadia experience, financial situation and lake […]
Beach Crisis Update – Dec. 14 by Chip May
“You of little faith, why are you afraid?” Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm. The men were amazed and asked, “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey him!” – Matthew 8:26 – 27 During the beach crisis I have […]
A Winter Beach in Video & Pictures – Dec. 12
We have had some significant waves in the past few weeks, but with it has come colder temperatures. The colder weather and waves have caused ice to form on the shore making it harder for the sand to erode. Now we await even colder temps so the lake will freeze close to the shoreline eliminating […]
Leah Sallach is Camp’s Operations Director
We are excited to welcome Leah Sallach to Camp Arcadia’s management team as the operations director. Leah, who is from the Buffalo, NY area, spent eight years at Pioneer Camp & Retreat Center in NY as their program director. She brings a wealth of experience with managing staff, developing and implementing programs, marketing, and assisting […]
The Marvelous Ms. Janice: A Tribute to Her 26 Years Leading the Ark Program
By Sarah May Sarah May is working with Camp to collect stories and memories of the Camp Arcadia experience all season long. She has seen that everyone has a Camp story to tell – no matter whether they’re a generational guest or a first-time camper! Sarah lives in Arcadia, MI, with her husband Chip and […]
Travis Hartjen Leaves His Mark on the Alpha Teen Retreat
By Sarah May Sarah May is working with Camp to collect stories and memories of the Camp Arcadia experience all season long. She has seen that everyone has a Camp story to tell – no matter whether they’re a generational guest or a first-time camper! Sarah lives in Arcadia, MI, with her husband Chip and […]
Announcing the 2025 Camp Arcadia Artist in Residence
We are thrilled to welcome Emily Winkel Washburn as an Artist in Residence at Camp Arcadia during the upcoming season! At Camp from August 7-21, Emily will be creating several paintings of Camp and its stunning natural beauty. During her residency, she will also offer painting classes in the Craft Shop for adult campers. Emily […]
How Teen Retreats Benefit Campers’ Mental and Physical Health
You’ve heard about the loneliness epidemic – with society becoming increasingly digital and isolated, we’re all seeing (and maybe feeling!) the effects of loneliness in our communities. The U.S. Surgeon General even released a report announcing that loneliness is a major threat with a negative health impact similar to smoking fifteen cigarettes a day. Teens […]
Meet the 2025 Staff Department Heads
As Camp Arcadia’s 103rd season approaches, we are excited to announce the 2025 Department Heads who will lead their peers this summer on staff, in addition to the year-round permanent leadership staff. These Summer staff members act as leaders to foster a strong Christ-centered community among the staff and give the Department Heads an opportunity […]