Camping Programs

HFM Camping Programs

2009 CAMP REGISTRATION OPEN

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Camp Bold Eagle * Eagle Outpost * Eagle Expedition

Counselor-In-Training Program * Job Opportunities

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Camp Bold Eagle

2009 Camp Dates

July 6-8 CIT Orientation
July 8-11 All staff orientation
July 12-16 Session I (ages 6-10)
July 18-25 Session II (ages 11-13)

Map to Pioneer Trails Camp, the home of Camp Bold Eagle

This specialized camp for children with hereditary bleeding disorders serves boys and girls ages 6 through 13. Camp Bold Eagle is located on the shores of Big Blue Lake in Holton, Michigan. Campers return year after year to catch up with old friends and meet others with hemophilia and other bleeding disorders. Camp Bold Eagle offers a variety of camp activities, including archery, arts & crafts, fishing, swimming, boating, nature exploration, and bleeding disorders education.

Campers are encouraged to learn to self infuse their own factor while at camp, learning them a coveted "Butterfly Award." Over 50 dedicated volunteers, including people with hemophilia, medical professionals, and University of Michigan Medical School students commit endless hours to ensure the success of Camp Bold Eagle year after year.Individuals interested in camp, either potential campers or staff
members, are encouraged to contact HFM.

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C.I.T. Program

CIT Training: July 7-8, 2009

Download 2009 CIT Application Here

Former campers ages 16 and 17 are invited to join the C.I.T. program as a stepping stone to prepare for a full staff position. A special program has been developed which emphasizes communication and leadership skills. C.I.T. applications must be filled out and returned to HFM by March 27, 2009

C.I.T. training takes place at Pioneer Trails Camp preceding the regular staff orientation and the Camp Bold Eagle sessions.

Eagle Outpost

June 21-27, 2009

The Eagle Outpost program was developed to meet the special needs of adolescents ages 14 to 16. Participants invited on this weeklong adventure travel by van throughout Michigan and tent camp in state parks, cook over campfires, andshare S'mores and stories each night around the campfire. Males and females with bleeding disorders are welcome on this weeklong adventure. Activities include swimming, canoeing, tubing, hiking, high and low ropes courses, team building activities, and group discussions about bleeding disorders and related complications, including HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.

Leadership skills are promoted and campers are encouraged to join the Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) program at Camp Bold Eagle in the future.

Eagle Expedition

August 1-7, 2009

Download a 2009 Eagle Expedition Application
Download a 2009 Eagle Expedition Recommendation Form

Eagle Expedition is HFM's newest camping program for young adults aged 16-24 who reside in Michigan, Indiana or Ohio. This week-long adventure to the Trinity Mountains of Northern California will feature activities such as white water rafting, rock climbing, ocean fishing and sleeping under the stars.

For the third summer, this program will be funded by the generous support of Cascade Hemophilia Consortium in honor of Andy Voegtle. It honors his visionary leadership and his monumental contributions to the bleeding disorders community. The objective is to work with young adults in the bleeding disorders community to further develop their leadership qualities while providing a memorable experience they will carry with them for the rest of their life.

To apply, young adults need to fill out an application form as well as provide a written recommendation to the Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan by May 29, 2009.

Employment Opportunities

Staff Orientation July 8-11, 2009

Download 2009 Staff Application Here

Spending a few weeks of your summer at Camp Bold Eagle can change your life forever. Being a camp counselor is a rewarding and demanding job. If you are ready for the challenge, download an application and return it to HFM by March 7th for program staff positions and March 14th for counseling staff positions.

Volunteers are a very important component of the camp programs. Individuals interested in volunteering have to be at least 18 years of age and past camp experience is desirable but not required. Volunteers have direct contact with campers and staff members, so they must be able to interact positively with both groups. The responsibilities that volunteers may have include participating in the daily camp program along with their assigned cabin, assisting in the implementation of evening activities, participating in campouts, and assisting cabin counselors with facilitating routines or schedules for their assigned cabin.

Medical volunteers are a significant part of the camp programs. The health and wellness of the entire camp rests with the medical personnel. A major portion of a medical volunteer's task is to assist campers in incorporating hemophilia, HIV/AIDS, and hepatitis constructively into their self concepts and lifestyles. Medical personnel are also relied upon to be the front-line people observing and handling camper and staff health concerns.

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