Camp New Day U.P.

08/23/2026

Do you need something to do tomorrow? Come visit Sydney and Camp New Day UP at Northern’s Fall Fest! She will be there hanging out from 11a to 3pm! Come say hi!
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08/14/2026

Thank you to The Globe for publishing this amazing article!

By BRENDA MOSELEY [email protected] MICHIGAMME - During evening campfires at Camp New Day U.P., 11-year-old Lane Walker picks up the talking stick to share his thoughts with fellow campers. "It's hard using the talking stick during the last days," Lane said of the week-long camp at Presbytery....

08/09/2026

A HUGE THANK YOU TO Project Linus - Marquette, MI💚

Project Linus is a nonprofit organization that provides new, handmade blankets and quilts to children in need, offering them comfort, security, and a sense of warmth during difficult times.

Each year, our campers receive handmade (with love) blankets to take home as a reminder of just how loved they are!

Thank you to all of the amazing Project Linus volunteers who put their time, talent, and heart into creating these special blankets. Your kindness helps make Camp New Day U.P. a safe, caring, and loving place for our campers.

Thank you, Project Linus, for helping us wrap our campers in a little extra love! 🧸🧵

08/02/2026

Older’s award ceremony!

08/01/2026

A huge thank you to Crossroads Restaurant & Lounge for treating our campers twice during both camps!

On Wednesday, they sponsored a delicious mac and cheese bar that was a huge hit with our campers. Then, on Thursday, they helped make our 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee Celebration extra special by sponsoring our elegant dinner featuring chicken, mashed potatoes, salad, and so much more.

We are incredibly grateful for their generosity and support of Camp New Day U.P. Thank you for helping us create unforgettable memories for our campers!

08/01/2026

On each of the Thursday’s at camp, we celebrated 25 years of Camp New Day U.P. with our Silver Jubilee celebration! 🩶✨

Our story began in the fall of 2001, when Jackie Means of the National Episcopal Church challenged a group of dedicated community members to create a special ministry for children impacted by the incarceration of a parent or loved one. That vision became a reality the summer of 2002 when Camp New Day U.P. welcomed its very first 19 campers.

As the years passed and the camp continued to grow, Camp New Day U.P. transitioned from a church ministry into an independent nonprofit organization. While our structure changed, our mission never did, which is to provide a safe, supportive, and fun place where children impacted by incarceration can simply be kids, build lasting friendships, and create lifelong memories.

To celebrate this incredible milestone, our dining hall was transformed into an elegant dining room, our board members traded their usual roles to become waiters and waitresses, and our campers enjoyed a special "fancy" dinner.

As part of the celebration, campers, counselors, and staff took a walk through Camp New Day U.P.'s history by looking through photos from our earliest camp years. It was so special to see where we started, reflect on how much we've grown over the past 25 years, and honor the countless campers, staff, and volunteers who have been part of our journey!

Twenty-five years later, we're proud to continue the vision that began in 2001 and grateful for every camper, volunteer, donor, and supporter who has made this journey possible.

Here's to the next 25 years! ✨🌲🌈☀️🛶🎨

08/01/2026

2026 Older’s Camp! ✨🌲☀️🌈🎣🛶🎨

07/30/2026

New week, new TV station! 🎥✨

A huge thank you TV6 & FOX UP for stopping by today to interview our campers and staff!

TV6 journalist Ethan Desjardine even ended his evening with a SPLASH! Be sure to tune in to TV6 News at 11 PM TONIGHT to catch this week's story

07/30/2026

Older’s are still here and having the time of their lives!

07/29/2026

A huge thank you to Texas Roadhouse for generously donating a delicious lunch for both our younger and older campers!

Our campers enjoyed some chicken tenders, fresh salad, and of course, the famous Texas Roadhouse bread with cinnamon butter!

Thank you again for your support! ✨💚☀️🌈🌲