Wellspring Wisconsin's Delicious Diet

It's not diet camp! At Wellspring Wisconsin, campers enjoy the same types of foods they're used to eating - burgers, pizza, burritos, pastas, and chicken nuggets are all part of the Wellspring food plan. The difference is that we use low-fat, low-density cooking methods to prepare food, keeping the taste and texture intact while losing all the unnecessary fat.

Campers enjoy 3 meals and 2 snacks a day, plus they have access to the "uncontrolled food bar" at every meal. This large salad bar has numerous options for making sure that campers stay full and satisfied all day, including soups, salads, cottage cheese, tuna, beans, yogurt, and a variety of fresh fruits.

There are no calorie limits imposed on campers. Rather, we ask that they keep fat consumption under 20 grams per day, and that they self-monitor (write down) everything that's eaten each day, along with fat and calories.

"The food is great, filling and healthy."

Brenden G., Willowbrook, IL, Wellspring Wisconsin Camper

Culinary and Nutrition Classes

To lose weight and keep it off, your child needs to enjoy the food he or she eats and understand what's in it. We want campers to return home feeling confident in making healthy food choices at home, school, restaurants, and grocery stores.

These concerns form the basis of our Culinary and Nutrition Classes, taught to every camper. We teach everything from kitchen basics (chopping techniques, kitchen sanitation, and reading recipes) to more advanced cooking techniques, recipe substitutions and food presentation. Campers become confident in their ability to make good food choices and proud of their newfound culinary skills.

Typical Menu at Wellspring Wisconsin

Here's what you might expect to eat on a typical day:

Breakfast of Cinnamon Apple French Toast and Oatmeal.
+ 1 cup Strawberries and 1 cup Fat-Free Vanilla Yogurt

Lunch of Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard and Corn on the Cob
+ Mixed Green Salad and ¼ cup Fat-Free Tuna Salad

Snack of Angel Food Cake with Blueberries

Dinner of Low-Fat Hotdogs on Potato Roll with Green Bean Casserole
+ 2 cups Vegetable Soup and an Apple
+ Dessert of Chocolate Pudding

Snack of Air-Popped Popcorn

"I loved the chicken fingers and fries and the pita pizza. I was also surprised that we got fairly big portions. The culinary program was amazing because it taught me many new recipes that were lovable but could love you back."

Zach D., Englewood, CO

Wellspring Wisconsin's Delicious Diet

Culinary and Nutrition Classes

Typical Menu at Wellspring Wisconsin

Useful Websites for Recipes

Brands We Use at Camp