Camp Greilick News & Events

NEW PAPERWORK NEEDED FOR SUMMER CAMP ATTENDEES (as explained by the State of Michigan Department of Human Services on 5/11/09)

Letter From Camp Greilick to Leaders and Parents Explaining New Rules

State of Michigan Request for Central Registry Clearance Form

Department of Human Services Office Locations Website

Department of Human Services Office Locations Outside of Michigan Website

Year Round Programs

2011 Fall Climbing Nights at Camp Greilick

Climbing/Challenge Course Health History Form for Camp Greilick

Climbing Participant (over 18 years old and not registered in Boy Scouting)Hold Harmless Agreement

Climbing Parental (for participants under 18 years old and not registered in Boy Scouting)Hold Harmless Agreement

Challenge Course (C.O.P.E.) Brochure

Year Round Camp Use and Rentals

Letter to Camp Greilick Users

Information on Camp Greilick

Reservation and Information Form

Camp Greiilick Facilities Use Permit

Boy Scout Summer Camp 2011

Make sure your troop is signed up for the best summer camp in the state!

Camp Greilick Boy Scout Summer Camp 2011 Reservation Form

Camp Greilick Boy Scout Summer Camp 2011 Sign-Ups

Aquatics Updates

BSA Lifeguard Requirements

BSA Lifeguard Suggested Schedule

PCS Requirements

PCS Suggested Schedule

SWR Requirements

SWR Suggested Schedule

Cub Scout Camps 2011

MORE INFO TO COME SOON!!

Webelos Adventure Camp 2011

MORE INFO TO COME SOON!!

Camp Greilick - The Classic Northern Camp Setting

Nestled between three crystal-clear, jewel-like lakes on the sandy-bottomed forest land, Camp Greilick will carry you back to a time when this world was newly discovered. The camp's roots are deeply intertwined in forests of mixed oak, maple and pine.

Follow trails and pathways worn by the countless campers that have gone before; past a campfire site, down by the lake, into the woods.

Location
Camp Greilick is over 512 acres of beautiful terrain and is situated between Spider, Bass and Rennie Lakes, in the heart of the Grand Traverse region of Northern Michigan, just minutes from Traverse City. The Grand Traverse region is an area unmatched in its diverse landscape, and alive with special events in every season of the year. Enjoy skiing, boating, major sporting events, or the solitude of the lakes and rivers. Treat your group to area activities. (MapQuest)

Facilities
Superimposed on the setting's natural beauty are the elements that make everything accessible: modern facilities designed to accommodate groups of as few as 6 or as many as 120 people.

Modern cabins (6) with complete kitchens, full bathrooms, electricity, and wood heat allow for all-season use. Each cabin will house up to 20 campers and are accessible to the handicapped. You will need to bring cooking and eating supplies, personal sleeping gear, and cleaning supplies for cabin cleanup prior to your departure.

The camp offers 6 rustic adirondack shelters. Each shelter has an indoor wood stove and sleeps 8 people in bunk beds. An outdoor latrine is located nearby. Groups using the shelters in the winter months must carry in their own water supply. You must replenish the wood you use from the wood pile during your stay. Please bring tools to cut firewood. These shelters are located in the woods, please be prepared to backpack your gear into the shelters. The road leading to the adirondack shelters is not plowed during the winter months. This is an ideal location for groups working on the polar bear patch.

The camp is dotted with remote tent campsites for those searching for an in-the-woods experience, guaranteed to carry away the memory of pavement. Add to the picture Bass, Rennie and Spider Lakes ready for any water sports you care to organize including swimming, canoeing, or fishing. Call for availability of tent sites. You will need to bring your own tents and firewood.

The camp is laced with wonderful trails for hiking, jogging, or skiing and is flexible enough to offer a complete practice field for football camps! Access to the camp and parking facilities are paved. There are also canoes available for rent. This includes oars and lifejackets.

Note: As in the past, we are offering reservation information to all groups and units who have used our facilities in the past year before we accept reservations from any new groups.

Besser Lodge
Groups desiring a central gathering place will enjoy the majestic Besser Lodge, a striking all-purpose building complete with full kitchen. The lodge can function as the center of a group's activities, or as a general meeting and dining place.

Activities
Canoeing, downhill and cross country skiing, and color tours are but a few of the activities within your reach while staying at Camp Greilick. Camp Greilick offers a plethora of both winter and spring activities: In the summer the camp offers hiking, camping, swimming, canoeing, fishing, running and jogging, and a large field suitable for football, band camp, and other activities that require a large open area. In the winter, the hiking trails serve as cross country ski trails; several cross country and downhill ski areas are also located nearby. Camp Greilick also offers snowshoeing, ice fishing, and of course camping in the winter.

For More Information
A map & directions to Camp Greilick and a map of Camp Greilick can be downloaded above. You can also download the Camp Greilick Reservation Form. All other questions, comments, inquiries, etc. should be directed to the Ranger at the Camp Greilick office at (231) 946-4263. If you have reservations and your arrival will be later than expected due to weather or departure delays, please call the Camp Ranger at (231) 946-4263.

Rules and Regulations for Camp Usage
1) Conduct All persons using Camp Greilick facilities must live up to the standards of the Boy Scouts of America while on camp property. Groups affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America must also follow the Scout Oath and Law as a standard of moral and personal behavior in and out of camp.

2) Check In
Check in and out only with the Camp Ranger.

3) Automobiles
Drive trucks and cars on improved roads and in parking areas only. Passengers are not to be transported in the rear of pickup trucks or campers. If a BSA group, this especially includes traveling off of camp property as well.

4) Buildings
Do not enter any buildings unless you have permission. If you need to enter any building, please see the Camp Ranger.

5) Firearms
No guns or ammunition are to be brought to camp by youth or adults unless accompanied by a qualified NRA/BSA instructor. Prior permission must be obtained.

6) Trash
Place garbage, trash, aluminum foil and tin cans in plastic bags. Bring filled bags to the area designated by the Camp Ranger, or carry out with you, unless other arrangements have been made with Camp Ranger.

7) Illegal Substances
Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs of any kind are not allowed on camp premises, or while using camp property.

8) Pets
Due to the wild nature of camp, no pets are allowed.

9) Liquid Fuels
All liquid fuels present a potential fire hazard. No flames are allowed in tents. Liquid fuels are permitted for adult use and handling only. No Coleman type stoves, lanterns, etc. are allowed in buildings. Use the equipment requiring fuels outside only. Please let the Camp Ranger know if you are going to be using any liquid fuel equipment. (Propane equipment is recommended.)

10) Motorcycles, ATV's, Snowmobiles, etc.
Motorcycles, ATV's, snowmobiles, etc. are not allowed in camp without prior approval from the Scenic Trails Council and/or the Camp Ranger. Remember, safety first!

11) Fires
Fires are to be built in approved designated areas only. Be sure all fires are out before leaving.

12) Hold Harmless
If you are a non-BSA group, you must complete and sign a Hold Harmless agreement and submit it to the Scenic Trails Council.

13) Insurance
If you are a non-BSA group, you will be required to submit proof of liability insurance for at least Five Million Dollars ($5,000,000.00) with the Scenic Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America: Camp Greilick, and the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America, as additional insured, with the period of time involved indicated.

14) Roster
All organizations/groups using the Camp Greilick facilities will submit a roster of all youth and adults participating in the activity held on Camp Greilick premises.

15) Damages
It is understood by the Scenic Trails Council, and the person/group/organization renting the Camp Greilick facilities, that the person/group/organization renting the facilities shall be responsible for any and all damages to the camp property which may be reasonably attributed to the actions of the said group and said group agrees to promptly pay any and all reasonable damages claims when presented.

16) Adult Supervision
It is understood and agreed by both parties that the person/group/organization renting the Camp Greilick facilities will provide adequate adult supervision/leadership. If a BSA group, at least two adults (with at least one being 21 years of age, or older, and the other being at least 18 years of age, or older) will be present at all times.

17) Refunds
Refunds will be returned if the Scenic Trails Council is notified of your cancellation according to the following schedule.

Time		Amount Refunded
15 days or more		50% if re-rented

18) Cabins
Cabins have kitchen facilities, but you must bring your own cooking and cleaning supplies.

19) Arrival
If your group will be arriving at camp later than your estimated arrival time, please call the Camp Ranger and let him know of any delay. The Camp Greilick phone number is (231) 946-4263.

It is further understood and agreed to by both parties that should the person/group/organization renting the Camp Greilick facilities fail to abide by the camp rules or the direction of the Camp Ranger in charge, the Scenic Trails Council and/or the Camp Ranger, as a duly appointed representative of the Scenic Trails Council, may at his or her discretion terminate this agreement and require the renting parties to vacate camp, forfeiting any and all monied agreed to herein.