Single-Gender Camps
YMCA Camp Arbutus Hayo-Went-Ha
Approximate Start Date
Start: 28 May 2025
Approximate End Date
End: 25 Aug 2025
Camp Type
Privately Owned
Location
1380 East Arbutus Lake Road, Traverse City, MI 49696
Staff
Total: 100 (30 international staff) aged 18+
Campers
Total: 165 (all-girls camp)
Camp Overview
YMCA Camp Arbutus Hayo-Went-Ha Camps is an all girls YMCA residential camp that offers a dynamic combination of wilderness experiences and traditional on site activities. Located in Michigan on beautiful Arbutus Lake, with cozy cabins and lodges, operating since 1914. Campers will experience adventure and fun in beautiful unplugged surroundings while developing lifelong friendships and memories. Our exciting and challenging wilderness adventure programs allow each age level to experience the great outdoors in a safe group setting. Trip options include hiking, canoeing, biking, or kayaking in beautiful out of camp locations in Northern Michigan and Southern Canada. In-camp activities include: sailing, swimming, archery, crafts, canoeing, ropes course, climbing tower, drama, field sports, skits, singing and campfires. We emphasize and follow the four core values of the YMCA of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility in all that we do. We also run a lifeguard and swim instructor course for our staff.
Do you have the skills they're looking for?
We asked the camp what positions they are looking to fill. Look out for the big thumbs up!
Are you looking to hire counsellors with Outdoor Adventure & Nature skills?
Are you looking to hire counsellors with Sports skills?
Are you looking to hire Waterfront staff and Lifeguards?
Are you looking to hire counsellors with Creative & Performing Arts skills?
Counsellor Roles:
Here's a list of all the positions this camp commonly hires for!
Archery
Canoeing
Climbing/Wall Tower
General Counsellors
High/Low Ropes Course
Hiking
Kayaking
Lifeguarding
Outdoor Adventure
Outdoor Cooking
Overnight Camping
Paddle Boarding
Rock Climbing
Sailing
Scouting
Campower Roles:
Here's a list of all the positions this camp commonly hires for!
Assistant Cook/Food Prep
Dishwashing/Kitchen Cleaning
General Maintenance
Groundskeeping
Hmm... What's your role?
Staff Time Off
One day a week off from 5pm to 5pm the following day. Some evenings also are scheduled time off and other breaks during the day.
Staff Qualities
Counselors - camping experience, experience working with youth Kitchen staff - deli, restaurant or kitchen experience.