Camp Life & Traditions
Camp Life
At Camp Manitowa, life moves differently.
Mornings begin with cabin chatter and lake air. Afternoons are filled with games, music, and movement. Evenings gather everyone together — under the trees, around the fire, in a circle that grows stronger each day.
Camp isn’t just what we do.
It’s how we live together.
The Rhythm of a Manitowa Day
- Morning cabin clean-up and team challenges
- Activity rotations filled with sports, arts, and waterfront time
- Afternoon free choice
- Evening all-camp games
- Campfire songs and reflections
By the end of a session, strangers feel like siblings.
Traditions That Last
Some things change each summer.
The best things never do.
Spirit Cup
Cabins compete in friendly color-war style challenges that build teamwork and camp pride.
The Dream Cone
A trip to the Custard Stand that has become a rite of passage for Manitowa campers.
Manitowa News Network
Our playful, camper-driven “live news” updates that keep everyone laughing and connected.
Songs, Cheers & Inside Jokes
The moments only campers understand — and never forget.
See It In Action
Basement Attic Archives
Relive the energy and emotion of a Manitowa summer.
Manitowa News Network
Camper-led updates, inside jokes, and unforgettable moments.
Follow Us on Social
Stay connected to camp all year long.
What Campers Say
Ella Duplain, Camper Since 2010
“Camp Manitowa isn’t just where I spent my summers — it’s where I found my voice and learned what it means to belong.”
Henry Shore, Music Director
“From the earliest days of camp, music has been at the heart of our community. Leadership and joy come together here in a way that stays with you long after summer ends.”
Dylan Brown, Camp Leader
“Camp Manitowa is built on the belief that young people grow best when they feel known, supported, and challenged.”
