Following a very blessed and welcomed launch of CYC 2021, we are looking forward to CYC 2022. It was edifying to see youth ministers and pastors sharing the week with their campers. Inspired by this, and to better ensure year-round discipling and faith formation, please register one youth minister, priest, deacon, religious and/or adult chaperone for every six high school students coming to camp. Your adults will be with your campers and the missionaries when we break into small groups. Sharing in the discussions, prayer and activities creates meaningful memories and a common reference for the pastoral year ahead.
Please note these important dates:
October 15-22: Registration begins, session preferences, priority scheduling.
November 15, 2021: $100 deposit needed to hold spots.
March 1-15, 2022: Missionary application window.
March 15, 2022: Last day to drop spots without losing full payment.
March 16 - July 13, 2022: We will help parishes and schools wishing to sell or buy spots connect with each other.
May 15, 2022: All final balance payments due.
Use buttons below to download registration and medical forms, for more information, and to reserve spots for your parish or school.
SESSION 1: July 5-10 • SESSION 2: July 12-17 • SESSION 3: July 19-24. CAPACITY: 65 campers and youth ministers per session (6 to 1 ratio). GROUP SIZE LIMIT: 42 spots per session from any single parish or school. AGES: Current 8-12 graders (Class of 2022 through 2026). COST: $425 per participant. Cost includes lodging, meals and all activities. No cost for clergy and religious.
Activities
Camp offers a full range of activities campers love: swimming, tubing, canoeing, kayaks, paddle boards, pontoon boat rides, low-ropes course, paintball, gaga ball, 9‑square, basketball, volleyball, spike-ball, capture the flag, crafts, campfires, s'mores and more.
Faith Formation
Through thought-provoking discussions; heartfelt testimonies; joyful, energetic worship; quiet, peaceful adoration; and inspiring, beautiful Masses campers and staff celebrate Christ's intimacy, glory and love.
Facilities
Camp DeSales features retreat facilities and delicious food in a fun, friendly camp setting. Please contact camp for a tour - we would love to show you the property.
Location
Located on Vineyard Lake in the Irish Hills of Michigan and owned by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, Camp DeSales has been in operation since 1948.
