Falcon Camp
Wanake Camp
- Coed
- Ages 6-18
- Traditional
Overview
Wanake Camp & Retreat Center, where adventure, exploration, and lifelong memories come together in the heart of God’s Creation! Nestled in the scenic beauty of Ohio, Wanake offers a faith-developing, enriching, and exciting summer camp experience for children and teens.
What sets Wanake apart is our commitment to offering campers a small family group experience. Each family group enjoys a unique adventure each week. Here campers find a supportive and inclusive environment for spiritual, social, mental, and emotional growth. Our experienced staff is dedicated to ensuring a safe and nurturing space for campers to grow in faith, discover new skills, develop self-confidence, and embrace the joys of unplugging from the digital world while connecting with the great outdoors.
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Part of a Brother/Sister camp with: Camp Aldersgate (Carrollton, OH), Camp Asbury (Hiram, OH)
Unique Features
- Our carefully crafted programs are designed to foster spiritual formation, personal growth, friendships, and community building.
- Wanake provides a diverse range of experiences to cater to every camper's interests, from traditional outdoor activities to unique offerings.
- A safe, Christian environment and community where kids try new things, develop skills, grow as a leader, and practice making good decisions.
- Faith-based experience for campers to build relationships with God, themselves, and others.
- With a variety of themed camps catering to different age groups and interests, there's something for everyone at Wanake.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season June 14 - July 31
- Session Lengths 1 week or less
- Cost $534 - $717 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: Yes
- Financial assistance: No
- Special discounts: Available
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Not open air
- Electricity/lights
- Air conditioning
- Separate bathhouse
- Showers attached
- Toilets attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- No doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- Food Allergies
- Gluten Free
- No kosher
- Peanut-free
- Not tree nut-free
- Vegan friendly
- Vegetarian friendly
International Campers
- Does not enroll non-US campers
Welcome Message
Julie, Camp Director
Born in Mansfield, Ohio, Julie grew up in Ohio and spent seven years growing up living at Wanake as the daughter of Wanake director, David Schar. Julie has worked in Christian camp and retreat ministry within the United Methodist Church for over 25 years. Julie lives on site with her husband and their three children. Wanake is a spiritual home for Julie. It was the first place Julie was a camper and is where she first met Jesus as Lord and Savior.
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