(Michigan City, IN) - Registration is now open for The Michigan City Salvation Army’s annual free summer camp opportunities.

Children, aged 6 to 17 and residing in Michigan City, are eligible to attend camp through The Salvation Army, including five different camps that will take place at the Hidden Falls Camp in Bedford, IN.

The experience will be a four- to six-day overnight visit, depending on the camp.

Teen Camp will be held June 10th-14th for campers ages 13-17; Jr. Kids Camp, for children ages 6-8, will take place June 17th-20th; Kids Camp will be held June 24th-28th for children ages 9-11; and STEAM Camp, for children ages 9-14, will take place July 8th-12th.

To register, a parent or guardian must contact The Salvation Army at (219) 874-6885 ext. 1006, available on Mondays and Wednesdays between 9 am and noon, by Monday, May 13th. Space is limited to the first 100 children to sign up.

There is no cost to attend, which includes transportation to and from camp, meals, lodging, and activities. However, a $10 deposit per child is required to hold that child’s spot, which will be refunded when the camp takes place.

Major Dale Simmons, who operates The Salvation Army of Michigan City along with his wife, Major Becky Simmons, said this camping experience is a great opportunity for all children, especially those who have not yet experienced going away to summer camp.

“Time spent at summer camp is all about having fun and meeting new people, but we also focus on leadership, teamwork, and other character-building skills so it’s a great overall experience for children, Mr. Simmons said.

The Salvation Army summer camp program in Michigan City is made possible by a grant provided by the Duneland Health Council.

More information about summer camp and other Salvation Army programs is available by calling (219) 874-6885, visiting www.SAmichigancity.org, or by following The Salvation Army of Michigan City on Facebook.