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Central Lake, MI
Established: 1904
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From humble beginnings when fifteen campers and nine adults arrived at Torch Lake, MI on August 2, 1904 to serving thousands of youth and adults every year, YMCA Camp Hayo-Went-Ha has grown to become a year round camping and conference center.
Yet, the core of its being still lies in our flagship season of being a summer residential boys camp. YMCA Camp Hayo-Went-Ha is the oldest YMCA Boys Camp remaining on the same site in the world.
The camp now has spread to encompass a mile and half of beautiful shoreline with 600 acres of wooded hills.
The mission of Hayo-Went-Ha from 1904 has stood the test of time. That young men would challenge themselves, build character, be part of a spiritual place and become leaders.
That mission has stood the test of time. Young men today enjoy an incredible variety of great in-camp activities and outstanding wilderness trips while living on the shores of Torch Lake. But most of all, Hayo-Went-Ha for over 100 years has enjoyed the cylical re-creation of a community of men dedicated to a healthy spirit, mind and body.