Camp helen Brachman

For over 119 years, COA has provided transformative camp experiences for thousands of Milwaukee’s youth. At COA’s Camp Helen Brachman (CHB), located in central Wisconsin. Enthusiastic and highly trained camp counselors provide a safe, fun, and supportive environment for all campers to enjoy the wonders of nature, experience new things, and make life-long friends during every session at camp. Camp Helen Brachman is the longest-serving camp in Wisconsin’s history!

COA Camp Helen Brachman is a 200+ acre facility located 150 miles northwest of Milwaukee in Almond, Wisconsin, that hosts camp sessions year-round.

Pickerel Lake, nearly exclusive to our camp, is central to many fun activities and provides beautiful views that change with the seasons! The lake is surrounded by rolling prairie, stately pines, and hardwood forests with 3.8 miles of hiking trails.

Camp Helen Brachman strives to provide youth with fun and structured opportunities for personal growth in a safe and natural environment while upholding our four core values.

Kindness, strength, respect, and responsibility

Camp Helen Brachman is where unforgettable memories are made! Campers discover the beauty of nature, build lifelong friendships, and gain confidence as they master new skills like teamwork and communication. It’s all about creating positive, impactful experiences that last a lifetime.

At Camp Helen Brachman, campers have the opportunity to participate in: