Lions Bear Lake Camp is owned and operated by Lions Visually Impaired Youth Camp, Inc. a 501C-3 Non Profit Corporation. The camp opened its doors in July, 2000. Over the years they have been able to service more than 10,000 campers and visitors. The camp is financially supported by the Lions, and Leos, as well as Foundation grants and individual donors throughout Michigan.
Lions Bear Lake Camp’s Mission is to develop leadership skills, build confidence, and to provide a premier outdoor educational and recreational experiences year-round to all persons, regardless of ability.
The camp offers many different summer camps including but not limited to: Blind and Visually Impaired Youth Camp, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Youth Camp, and Deaf and Hard of Hearing Family Camp
The camp has a focus on safety, welfare and well-being of all their campers with the philosophy and intentions that that every camper has fun. Every camper feels safe and supported to explore new activities and adventures, and every camper gains insight and confidence into oneself.
That every camper become a more independent self-confident person, gain exposure to outdoor skills in an independent way, and make lifelong friends within a community that is supportive and nurturing.
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