ALUMNI
Re-Discover Your Memories of Camp Wigwam!
Do you remember Ned’s Cadillac with WIGWAM plates, infamous personalities, your favorite Color War start, singing beneath the full moon, or have other fond memories of camp?
Come on back! It’s never too late to come back to camp. Connect with us anytime to tour Camp Wigwam.
ALUMNI REGISTRATION
We are building a true database of Wigwam alumni. Come reconnect with ‘Wammers of all generations.
VOLUNTEERING
Whether you have a specific skill or are just looking to lend a hand, we are always looking for volunteers to keep this place magical.
VACATION ON BEAR LAKE
Summer or winter, come experience “The Way Life Should Be”, and spend time relaxing on the best lake in the world!
DONATE
There are still numerous ways you can make an impact at Wigwam. Consider contributing to our Campership fund or capital campaign.
Volunteering
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Do you have a special skill you would be willing to share with campers? Help us carry on the tradition of teaching core camping skills (canoeing, archery, swimming, environmental education) or bring some equipment and ideas to help us start a NEW program?
— Minimum commitment: 1 week during the summer
— For someone who loves to teach kids ages 7 to 17
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Do you know how to use a hammer or have a steady painting hand? Help us get this place in tiptop shape before the campers arrive. Assignments for all skill levels.
— Minimum commitment: 3 days from June 1 to June 24.
— Help on various maintenance projects around camp
— Must be able to be on feet much of the dayDepending on the willingness and experience of the crew, we may organize the proverbial barn raising, or should we say “cabin raising”?
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Do you love spending time with the campers? Are you a confident driver? Help us with daily transportation logistics by becoming a volunteer driver today!
— Minimum commitment: 3 days during the summer. Drivers are needed daily!
— Help drive camp boys to and from trips around the area, intercamp competitions, and airports.
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Are you in contact with your old camp buddies? Does networking come naturally? We’re looking for Wigwam representatives to reach out to long-lost ‘Wammers and bring them back to the campfire.
— Minimum commitment: 1 year
— Must be comfortable calling or emailing camp alumni
— Able to organize contact notes and update Alumni Directory
— Help camp administration create effective outreach and engaging alumni events
— Serve as a information conduit to alumni in your generation
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for something else? Take pictures for summer camp, teach classes, lead wildlife adventures, rake leaves, cook meals – whatever your talent we can definitely find a way to use it if you would like to give your time to camp.
Vacation on Bear Lake
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Alumni House (year-round)
This incredible post and bean style house, through the amazing efforts of Geoffrey Daniels, sits right here on Bear Lake near the edge of the camp property, to be used as a rental house for Wigwam alumni, families, and friends.
— Sleeps up to 12
— Two or more families may share a rental week
— Some summer weeks blocked off
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Lakeside Cabin Nestled in the Pines (year-round)
Just a waterski run across the lake brings you to this guest house cabin nestled in the pine with incredible views and access to the lake. All of the small craft one could need are available and if the host is around you might be treated to sunset cruise or surf.
— Sleeps up to 4
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Bear Mountain Inn (year-round)
This modern farmhouse offers a four-season retreat and event venue that marries history and heritage with modern services and amenities that go above and beyond. Dates fill up fast, book early. Bear Mountain Inn website.
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Wigwam Cabins and Cottages (seasonal)
There is no better way to experience Camp Wigwam anew than staying where you built those first camp memories. From sleeping in the historic lodge to the cabins and lakefront cottages, all. camp lodging is available for occupancy from late summer through fall.
- Small and large group sizes
- Family-friendly and private settings available
- Use of facilities
- Overnight birthday parties; family reunions; corporate events
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Dance Hall and Guest Cottage (seasonal)
Tucked away on the best stretch of white sand beach are two legacy buildings from Camp Wigwam’s reach across the lake. The history of the Dance Hall and guest cottage goes back to the Pop & Mandy era. The accommodations are rustic but the warmth of the hospitality is unparalleled.
- Sleeps up to 8 in Dance Hall, up to 2 in the guest cottage
-Dance Hall can be rented dormitory style
- Many outdoor amenities on this serene property
Contact Neal to make plans with the host.
Consider contributing to our Campaign for the Future or the Campership fund to build a healthy vision for future generations and make a difference in a boy’s life by sharing the experience of a lifetime.
Join us in preserving the magic of our beloved camp for generations to come. As alumni, your connection to our camp runs deep, woven into the very fabric of your fondest memories. Now, it's time to extend that connection beyond the nostalgia, to leave a lasting legacy for future campers. Contribute here.
We are so proud to say that the scholarship arm of Camp Wigwam has sprouted from a third-generation Wigwam family, Joe (2014-present), Dan (’81-’86), and Moe Finkelstein (’54-’59). Through Ubuntu Camp Connections alumni can support Wigwam by making it more accessible to deserving families while ensuring robust enrollment and operations. Donations are tax-deductible.
Or contact Bob or Neal to discuss sponsoring a camper, either individually or as a group of alumni.