Onsite Visit Request
Ready to visit? If so, the easiest way to make a reservation is to complete the online form below. We offer flexibility - in terms of the duration of your stay - in order to ensure that we are able to meet you and your groups' unique needs. Some groups schedule an extended day trip, while others schedule one- or two-night experiences. It all depends on what you would like to get out of your time at Ebersole. Below is additional information about the types of visits, duration of your stay, and seasonal programming options.
Types of Onsite Visits (and Duration)
Extended Day. This is shortest type of onsite visit. This trip allows for three to five program rotations and/or activities. Groups are picked up at approximately 9:00 AM and arrive at Ebersole by 10:30 AM. They are with us through lunch, dinner, and an early evening campfire. Groups load the bus at 5:30 PM to return to Lansing by 7:00 PM on the same day.
One-Night (Shorty). This one-night stay will have groups back by the end of the following school day. This trip allows for five to seven program rotations and/or activities. Groups are picked up at approximately 9:00 AM and arrive at Ebersole by 10:30 AM. They are with us through lunch, dinner, and an evening campfire, and then breakfast and lunch the next day. Groups load the bus at 12:00 PM to return to Lansing by 1:30 PM (Day 2).
One-Night (Stretch). This one-night stay allows for a more robust program experience on Day 2 and will have the group back in Lansing early the following evening. The benefit of the "stretch" is that you get two full days of programming with only a single overnight stay. This trip allows for seven to ten program rotations and/or activities. Groups are picked up at approximately 9:00 AM and arrive at Ebersole by 10:30 AM. They are with us through lunch, dinner, and an evening campfire, and then breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Day 2. Groups load the bus at 5:30 PM to return to Lansing by 7:00 PM (Day 2).
Two-Night. This is the longest type of onsite visit we offer during the school year. This trip allows for 10 plus program rotations and/or activities. Groups are picked up at approximately 9:00 AM and arrive at Ebersole by 10:30 AM. They are then with us for two evenings. This trip allows groups to maximize their program and community-building activities. We even offer offsite excursions for groups that are interested. On Day 3 groups have breakfast and lunch and load the bus at 12:00 PM to return to Lansing by 1:30 PM (on Day 3).
Seasonal Programming Options
Demand for onsite visits to the Ebersole Center is expected to continue to grow for the 2024-2025 school year. As such, we have made some changes to the focus for each season. Please review the seasonal offering below carefully before submitting your request.
Fall: Fall is a wonderful time to visit the Ebersole Center. The opportunity to build classroom community (early in the academic year) through an onsite experience should not be underestimated! The weather is often nice enough to participate in all outdoor activities and the fall foliage is beautiful.
Winter: Winter offers a unique camp experience. Students can participate in cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and animal tracking. They can also play hockey, cozy up by the fire, and complete some crafting projects that are only offered during the winter season. The crisp winter air can be magical, especially for those not accustom to spending time outdoors in the winter.
March: March is Reading Month! Join us at the Ebersole Center for many outdoor themed reading and writing activities including nature journaling, hammock reading time, alphabet hikes, and much more. Make this March one to remember by joining us at camp.
Spring: Springtime visits are in highest demand for overnight trips because everyone is itching to get some fresh air and enjoy the warmth. Many activities can be enjoyed in the spring including canoeing, fishing, targeting skills, bird-watching, hiking and more! Spring trips are limited and spots will fill quickly.
