Park of The Pines

06/17/2026

05/27/2026

Doris Beach, 89, a life long supporter of Park of the Pines, passed at home surrounded by family on May 26,2026. Doris was a familiar face around the grounds from cooking for camps and reunions to counseling at camps, to sitting in the camps store selling homemade items to benefit the Park. She rarely missed a reunion and her greatest joy was seeing that her love for the Park and her legacy will be passed down through her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her presence will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Life has been planned for Doris on Sunday, June 28th, at 2:00 p.m. at Park of the Pines. All are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers it was Doris’ desire that donations be made to Park of the Pines. A fund has been established in her honor for this purpose. Donations can be sent to:
Doris Beach Memorial Fund for Park of the Pines
c/o Cathy Hopkins, treasurer
5679 Exodus Dr
Traverse City, MI 49684

05/23/2026

It's starting to feel like summer in Michigan - that means it's time to register for camps! Camp directors are planning special experiences for campers this summer and we don't want you to miss out!

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In order to plan for food, staffing, and activity supplies, we need to know our camp numbers soon. The initial registration deadline for youth camps is June 1, 2026 and will be at the discretion of the directors after that date based on available staff.

Register now for youth and family camps at www.michiganyouthcamps.org. We can't wait to see you!

04/28/2026

Are you planning to attend Park of the Pines Family Camp this summer? Do you love to read? Join our Family Camp Book Club!
The books for this summers book club are:
-The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray (this book was recommended by Elaine Avery
-Anxious People by Fredrik Backman recommended by Clara & Laura Cleland
-Gales of November by John U Bacon recommended by Doris Hill & Winnie Bill Johnston
-The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides recommended by Shawn Leighton

04/13/2026

Well, we were certainly blessed with a beautiful day for our Easter Egg Hunt Event at Park of the Pines this past Saturday!
The kids (and maybe some adults) had loads of eggs and also painted some!
See you next year.

04/09/2026

IS ALL YOUR EASTER CANDY GONE? No problem!
PARK OF THE PINES is having it's Easter Egg Hunt Event this Saturday April 11 at 2:00.
Hope to see you there :-)

03/31/2026

Considering that we still have significant snowbanks at the Park and Mother Nature is sending us bad weather for the end of the week, we have decided to postpone the Easter Egg Hunt Event until Saturday April 11, 2:00-5:00.
Hope to see everyone then!

03/19/2026

2026 summer camp registration is now open! Register today at www.michiganyouthcamps.org!

Registration is now open for all Community of Christ sponsored summer camps at Park of the Pines including youth and family camps. View the camp schedule, details, and registration at www.michiganyouthcamps.org, deadline is June 1 for most camps.

Never sent your kid to camp before? We know it can be hard! Our staff and directors are extensively trained and receive background checks. All of our campgrounds and youth camps are licensed and receive inspections from the State of Michigan. You can learn more about us at www.cofchristmi.org and www.michiganyouthcamps.org.

Are you interested in staffing a youth camp? We are especially in need of male staff and camp nurses for the 2026 camp season. Please contact [email protected] to learn about the process of becoming registered to work within our youth camping program.

Are you a summer camp alumni? Consider making a donation to our camping program and help provide the life-changing experience for others. About $25 a month sponsors a new camper at a junior camp. Learn more about helping to fund youth camps at: https://michiganyouthcamps.org/donate/

We can't wait to spend the summer with you!