Ninth Annual Mickey’s Camp for men!

Mickey’s Camp was the long-time dream of local businessman Mickey Maurer. In 2001, this dream came true with the inaugural Mickey’s Camp. In the past eight years, Mickey’s Camp raised more than $1 million for local charities and provided a place where area business professionals can leave behind daily pressures, explore new opportunities, perfect old skills and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow campers in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.

Last year, 135 men attended the 8th annual camp. The men’s and women’s camps combined to raise more than $250,000 for 144 local charities.

This year, we are proud to present an extraordinary array of experts for the 9th Annual Mickey’s Camp, scheduled for August 19-21, at Bradford Woods Outdoor Center. Your time will be filled with exciting 90 minute sessions throughout Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Options include: gourmet cooking, darts, economics, scuba, table tennis, poker, self defense, raft racing, canoeing, billiards and so much more. You may also relax around the pool, have a massage, enjoy a manicure or read a good book.

Evening activities promise to be equally enjoyable as you will have the opportunity to engage in dialogue with Joe Kernan, dine on delicious cuisine provided by Mitchell’s Fish Market and Outback Steakhouse, play in a poker tournament, eat s’mores around the campfire or turn the lights out early and rest up for another exciting day at camp. This year other sponsored meals include: Great Cooks, Thomas Express and Harry & Izzy’s.

Read on to learn about what’s in store for you at Mickey’s Camp. Sign up soon; reservations will be held on a first come, first served basis.

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FEATURED GUEST SPEAKER
Joe Kernan, President, South Bend Silver Hawks and former Indiana Governor

Kernan has enjoyed a distinguished political career, including Mayor of South Bend, Lieutenant Governor of Indiana and Governor of Indiana.

Kernan and a group of mostly local investors finalized the purchase of the South Bend Silver Hawks baseball team in September 2006. Kernan played baseball for the University of Notre Dame and received his Bachelor of Arts in Government. Kernan was a Lieutenant in the United States Navy and served as a Flight Officer aboard the U.S.S. Kitty Hawk. He was shot down over Vietnam and held as a POW for nearly 11 months. He received two Purple Hearts and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He currently resides in South Bend with his wife, Maggie.

Kernan will share his stories of survival in the business and military world. His experiences are interesting, unique and destined to spark good camp conversation.

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FOOD SPONSORS
Great Cooks and Company
Great Cooks and Company’s culinary staff is European trained using basic cooking styles with an innovative twist. Along with individual culinary honors from the American Culinary Federation, Great Cooks and Company has been recognized in local magazines, newspapers as well as Midwest Living.

Harry & Izzy’s
Harry & Izzy’s is an independent, upscale American Grill located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. Its ambience exudes class and sophistication in a comfortable setting. While the lively bar is Harry & Izzy’s focal point, unique dining rooms incorporate dark woods, lush fabrics and a deep color palette. This sister restaurant to the famous St. Elmo Steak House shares a few classic dishes, while offering more menu variety. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

Mitchell’s Fish Market
Mitchell’s Fish Market has a commitment and passion for absolute freshness as a way of life. Fish any fresher would still be in the ocean. The menu is ever changing with 80 seafood choices, and it’s printed twice daily. That’s the way it has to be at this unique seafood restaurant that’s absolutely, positively obsessed with freshness. Only the freshest of the fresh is even considered for the delicious variety of chef-driven dishes and tried-and-true seafood favorites you’ll find at Mitchell’s Fish Market.

Outback Steakhouse
Camp would not be complete without a cookout! Mickey’s Camp will feature the country’s leading casual dining restaurant – Outback Steakhouse! A menu of the best the restaurant has to offer will be served up for the campers. Outback is proud to join the camp this year and prides itself on giving back to the community with donations of over $200,000 in Indiana alone!

Thomas Express
Impress for less. Thomas Express Catering offers fresh, quality food and fast, convenient, drop-off service that saves you money by eliminating the need for service staff and rentals. With our new insulated carrying boxes, your food will remain temperature controlled and can be displayed right in its decorative case. All meals are accompanied with quality disposable plates, napkins, utensils and decorative boxes for your buffet display. All you do is remove the lid and you’re ready to serve an instant buffet!
Other sponsors

• Bottled water – National Wine & Spirits
• Brochure Printing – Printing Partners
• Turn down chocolates – Sweet Things

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