the peaceful woods
Join us as we build new Boys’ Cabins and renovate the Guest House and Chapel.
Click here to follow our progress & to join this exciting effort!
Make a difference in the lives of our campers and make memories to last you a lifetime!
A beautiful 365 acre camp located on Shavehead Lake in southwest Michigan
Your gift allows us to provide formative faith & life experiences for people of all ages.
Come to Camp Friedenswald, the peaceful woods, rooted in Mennonite community and faith, to unplug and reconnect. Attend a summer camp or family retreat, bring your school class for an unforgettable experience, or hold your own retreat in one of our comfortable cabins or lodges. Whether looking to unwind on the beaches of Shavehead Lake or actively explore the hiking trails, we trust your time in the peaceful woods will leave you renewed for life ahead!
A fun and worship filled week for Youth & Families!
A meaningful experience for students as they live the "camp life"!
Bring your group together through creative group problem-solving!
Experiences in nature and community that engage the whole person – body, spirit, mind!
During High School Camp, campers had the opportunity to write their own Psalm of Praise. more…
In February, we conducted an on-line poll asking for help naming the new cabins. Over more…
By Jerry Nussbaum – Former camper, staff member, and current board member. Summer 1968 I more…
