Crystalaire Adventures trips are unique outdoor learning experiences designed to help campers learn
Evolving since 1920, Crystalaire has worked with groups of young men and women of all experience levels. Our expeditions are built around community involvement: every trip participant is included in planning and preparation for the trip, deciding activities, leading discussions, and carrying out the daily work of out-of-door living. Through boating, backpacking, biking and more, we help campers fo
03/24/2026
Exploring the backcountry is all about taking things one step at a time. Before we even hit the trail, we take time to plan our route, check the forecast, pack our gear, and follow all pre-trek safety precautions. From there, it’s one foot in front of the other, working together along the way to reach our destination! 🥾⛰️
02/09/2026
Dinner tastes better when everyone lends a hand. 🧑🍳
Out here, meals aren’t just about eating, they’re about teamwork. Campers plan the menu, problem-solve together, and get creative with only the ingredients we’ve packed on our backs. 🎒🧀🥕🥯🥜 Our guides cook *with* campers, not for them, so every backcountry dinner becomes a moment of connection and collaboration. 🥘🍴💚
01/29/2026
Could you lend us a hand? 🌲🫷
Whether it’s navigating the trail or cooking a meal, one of the most special parts of a trip is learning to work together with your trail mates! Together, we can go further and explore more than would ever be possible on our own!
12/29/2025
Come explore the outdoors with us in 2026! 🌲☀️🌊
We’re taking trips to , North Manitou Island, the Manistee River, and more! 🎒🥾🛶
Whether you’re a first time hiker or a seasoned adventurer, you’ll find a welcoming community of camp friends who are excited to explore together!
12/04/2025
You never know what kind of new friends you'll me on the trail! 🐸
Our trips are all about forming meaningful connections with others and developing a connection to the natural world. Sometimes, we get the opportunity to do both at the same time!
11/10/2025
✨ Registration for 2026 is open! ✨ You can view our trip schedule and register at the link in our bio.
Questions? Give us a call at 231-299-0005 or send us an email at [email protected].
We can't wait to see you at camp!
11/03/2025
✨ Reminder: Registration opens in ONE WEEK! ✨
Our registration system will officially open at 8:00 AM ET on Monday, November 10 for 2026 trips! ☀🛶⛺🎣🌲
We expect many trips to fill up quickly, so we recommend registering early! You can get a jump start by creating your account now at crystalaireadventures.com and clicking the "Create Account" button in the top navigation.
Have questions about camp? Give us a call at 231-299-0005, shoot us an email at [email protected], or attend an upcoming information session: https://www.crystalaireadventures.com/virtual-open-house
10/13/2025
📢 Announcement, Announcement, Announcement! 📢
Registration for Summer 2026 opens on Monday, November 10!
Trip dates are now live on our website!
Save the date, set a reminder, and help us spread the word! More registration details will be shared via email in the coming days.
04/28/2025
It's hard to believe but our days will soon be looking just like this! 😍 We've been busy restocking gear, finalizing trip logistics, and chatting with excited campers and we can already tell this summer is going to be our best one yet!
There's still time to join us! We have a limited number of open spots on trips throughout the summer, including:
🎣 Northern Michigan Fishing - June 22-27
🛶 Manistee River Canoeing - July 29-July 4 OR July 13-18
🪨 Pictured Rocks - July 6-11
You can view our fill trip schedule at crystalaireadventures.com/trips (linked in bio).
04/22/2025
Happy !
There are so many wild, beautiful places to explore on this Earth and we're so grateful we get to share a few of them each year with our camp community. We can't wait to see you on the trails with us in just two more months!