Birchwood Camp
4.9
|
17161 David Blackburn Road, Chugiak, AK 99567
Your child will have an authentic Alaskan adventure! They can enjoy canoeing, hiking, creative arts, and faith-building in a welcoming environment. Kids will make lifelong friends, gain confidence, and explore nature while taking a break from screens. The staff is caring, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun, a place where kids can truly thrive.
Your child will have an authentic Alaskan adventure! They can enjoy canoeing, hiking, creative arts, and faith-building in a welcoming environment. Kids will make lifelong friends, gain confidence, and explore nature while taking a break from screens. The staff is caring, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun, a place where kids can truly thrive.
Your child will have an authentic Alaskan adventure! They can enjoy canoeing, hiking, creative arts, and faith-building in a welcoming environment. Kids will make lifelong friends, gain confidence, and explore nature while taking a break from screens. The staff is caring, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun, a place where kids can truly thrive.
About Birchwood Camp
About Birchwood Camp
**Alaska adventure, faith, and nature for kids**
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Music
Dance
Philosophy: Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Philosophy: Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Philosophy: Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Ages:
6
-
18
years old
Pricing:
$80–$131
/day
$400–$630
/week
Camp sessions & schedule
Camp sessions & schedule
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Boys & girls aged 6-18•Mon–Sun from 0•25/day & 100/week
2025 Summer Camps:
Faith Adventure Camp (June 2–6, grades 4–6): $400
Adventure Camp (June 3–7, grades 9–12): $525
MADD Camp (June 9–14, grades 5–12): $630
Woodlanders Camp (June 10–13 & June 30–July 3, grades 4–8): $400
Junior Canoe Camp (June 16–19, grades 6–8): $525
God Seekers Camp (June 17–19, grades 1–4): $240
Youth Camp (June 22–27, grades 7–12): $575
STAN Camp (June 30–July 3, grades 4–8): $400
Deposit: $75 non-refundable
Refunds: 30+ days before: full refund minus deposit; 14–29 days: 50% refund; less than 14 days: no refund
Scholarships: Available
Facility Rentals: Main Camp $5000/night (min 60), Fireweed $50–$75/guest/night (min 25)
Discounts: For schools & UMC groups
2025 Summer Camps:
Faith Adventure Camp (June 2–6, grades 4–6): $400
Adventure Camp (June 3–7, grades 9–12): $525
MADD Camp (June 9–14, grades 5–12): $630
Woodlanders Camp (June 10–13 & June 30–July 3, grades 4–8): $400
Junior Canoe Camp (June 16–19, grades 6–8): $525
God Seekers Camp (June 17–19, grades 1–4): $240
Youth Camp (June 22–27, grades 7–12): $575
STAN Camp (June 30–July 3, grades 4–8): $400
Deposit: $75 non-refundable
Refunds: 30+ days before: full refund minus deposit; 14–29 days: 50% refund; less than 14 days: no refund
Scholarships: Available
Facility Rentals: Main Camp $5000/night (min 60), Fireweed $50–$75/guest/night (min 25)
Discounts: For schools & UMC groups
2025 Summer Camps:
Faith Adventure Camp (June 2–6, grades 4–6): $400
Adventure Camp (June 3–7, grades 9–12): $525
MADD Camp (June 9–14, grades 5–12): $630
Woodlanders Camp (June 10–13 & June 30–July 3, grades 4–8): $400
Junior Canoe Camp (June 16–19, grades 6–8): $525
God Seekers Camp (June 17–19, grades 1–4): $240
Youth Camp (June 22–27, grades 7–12): $575
STAN Camp (June 30–July 3, grades 4–8): $400
Deposit: $75 non-refundable
Refunds: 30+ days before: full refund minus deposit; 14–29 days: 50% refund; less than 14 days: no refund
Scholarships: Available
Facility Rentals: Main Camp $5000/night (min 60), Fireweed $50–$75/guest/night (min 25)
Discounts: For schools & UMC groups
Activities & amenities
Activities & amenities
Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:
Swimming
Canoeing
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Hiking
Challenge Course
Team Building
Faith Activities
Music
Art
Drama
Dance
Camping
Outdoor Education
Archery
Ice Skating
Sledding
Wilderness Skills
Survival Skills
Community Building
Nature Exploration
Boating
Retreat Activities
Environmental Education
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Birthdays:
No
What people are saying
4.9
My child loved the activities and caring staff!
Location
17161 David Blackburn Road, Chugiak, AK 99567
Additional info
Additional info
Birchwood is open year-round for retreats and rentals, not just summer camp. The camp is American Camp Association accredited and offers scholarships to help families with costs. Staff are trained in safety and emergency procedures. The camp’s strong community focus means many kids return year after year.
Birchwood is open year-round for retreats and rentals, not just summer camp. The camp is American Camp Association accredited and offers scholarships to help families with costs. Staff are trained in safety and emergency procedures. The camp’s strong community focus means many kids return year after year.
Birchwood is open year-round for retreats and rentals, not just summer camp. The camp is American Camp Association accredited and offers scholarships to help families with costs. Staff are trained in safety and emergency procedures. The camp’s strong community focus means many kids return year after year.
Health & safety
Health & safety
Affiliations: ACA, United Methodist, Christian
Special needs
Special needs
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
Birchwood Camp gives your child a true Alaskan experience-from canoeing and hiking to creative arts and faith-building, all in a supportive, welcoming environment. Kids make lifelong friends, grow in confidence, and enjoy a break from screens while exploring nature. The staff is caring, the setting is beautiful, and the programs are thoughtfully designed for growth and fun. It’s a place where kids can truly thrive.
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