Best Minnesota Overnight Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In Person and Virtual Camp - for students all across the U.S. and other parts of the world.

6 exciting tracks to choose from:

Foundation: Data Science
Master: AI Model building with code
Full Immersion: AI Model and Research
Design Thinking and AI
AI in Business and Entrepreneurship
Beginner: AI with low code/ no code
STEAM in AI Students have the opportunity to work on exciting AI Projects across Industries, Domains and Careers mentored by AI/ ML Engineers and Data Scientists from the Industry.

Exciting News!! STEAM in AI Intensive is coming to Santa Clara University in the Bay Area this Summer. Get a taste of Silicon Valley, Learn AI and do Research. Check out the Commuter and Residential Programs.

STEAM in AI is Developed by former Stanford and UC Berkeley Adjunct Professor, MIT Mentor $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, Data and AI Ethics thought leader from Silicon Valley, Generative AI Ethics Keynote Speaker for the U.S. Military and the California Department of Education.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Students may apply for a need based scholarship. Scholarship is based on a lot of factors including availability of funds. Application does not guarantee a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a student living in the U.S., must have a copy of the most recent U.S. IRS Tax Return. Preference will be given to student recommendations by Partner Schools. Our Nonprofit DataEthics4All 501(c)(3) EIN 85-3148963 provides need based Scholarships to Students to participate in the STEAM in AI Program based on the availability of funds.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Start a STEAM in AI Chapter to find all year round opportunities for students to learn artificial intelligence and ethics, leadership and volunteering. Volunteers can even accrue those hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Learn More: Our Camp Website Link: steaminai.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Website: Our Camp Website Link: STEAMinAI.org for complete information

CAMP FACILITIES: The accessible location offers campers modern lodging and the chance to enjoy water activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: ACA Accredited

Mission: Provide life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities.

Vision: A world where experiences and adventures are open to individuals of all abilities.

Camp Staff: Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org

Camp History: Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: True Friends CIT*1 program is a paid personal & social advancement internship where CIT*1s participate as junior staff members with an emphasis on learning and training. The CIT*1 program initially covers all aspects of camp operation then the focus progressively moves to personal advancement through acquiring skills and experience within a cabin and program. During activities, CIT*1s spend time in cabins discovering to discover how to efficiently coordinate a cabin group, assist with direct care and ensure a quality experience for all participants. CIT*1s are high school student, age 16 – 17. Must be able and willing to meet the direct-care and recreational needs of participants; be physically strong and mentally alert; work well with others and enjoy helping others

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: With the generous support of donors, we are able to provide financial assistance to many participants with proven need. To request aid, the financial assistance portion of the application must be completed and submitted with the application. Anyone eligible for waivered services or Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) can contact us and your social worker for information on how these funds can be applied to camp.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp is at our Camp Courage location in the fall. Visit Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: True Friends offers winter camp as well as year-round weekend respite programming. We have a specialized travel program, find more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.venturestravel.org. We also offer year-round team building services, find more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.team-quest.org. Our locations are available year-round for rental, find more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.conferenceandretreat.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our full catalog and more information can be found online at Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org for a full listing of positions at camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: The camp is located on an island. We stay in a weatherized lodge with heat and AC, with attached bathrooms in each room. Dining is held in a dining hall, with camp facilities spread over several acres.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers will experience large and small group conversation, personal quiet time as well as campfires, crafts, swimming, games, and summer camp fun in the beauty of God’s creation!

A typical camp day looks like this:
First Word & Breakfast
Large Group Bible Study & Small Groups
Lunch
Arts & Crafts
Free Time/Swimming/Activities
Worship
Dinner
Reflection Time
Camp Game
Campfire

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available to any youth who requests it. Email staff[AT]thenamingproject.org with scholarship requests.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Support for youth on issues of coming out, families, Christianity, and general support.

Communications with parents, pastors and church staff about ministry with LGBTQ youth Advice for LGBTQ youth organizations facing issues of religion

OTHER CAMP INFO: This camp is designed for campers who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, or allies. Our focus is on building spirituality and identity through faithful community.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See: Our Camp Website Link: www.thenamingproject.org

July 30-August 4, 2017
Registration fee: $300

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 small cabins, one large cabin, and two beautiful indoor spaces. Many of our activities take place outside in nature.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are an ACA accredited camp. Camp TEKO is a place to have a fulfilling experience bonding with friends, developing new skills, exploring your Jewish identity, and engaging in outdoor camp activities. Our facilities include a swimming beach, boating area, cabins for overnights, a sport court, a pavilion, indoor program spaces and plenty of grassy areas. Nurturing counselors and skilled specialists create a safe,
engaging, and fun atmosphere for children to make memories that will no doubt last a lifetime.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Avodah program is a unique volunteer program for entering 9th and 10th graders. Our newly constructed program is intended to begin teaching about leadership and responsibility of being a counselor. Avodah participants will enjoy various leadership workshops with guest speakers and experienced TEKO counselors and staff members. Avodah participants will continue to assist in daily tasks to maintain our beautiful campgrounds. The Avodah build their own community and create lasting friendships while working to improve the camp experience for all. Avodah participants will have numerous opportunities to enjoy favorite camp activities such as tubing, kayaking, archery, art, and more. Avodah members are selected through an application and interview process. There is no cost to participate in this program, but the benefits are tremendous.

Students entering 11th grade are eligible to participate in Camp TEKO’s counselor-in-training program. Machon participate in extensive training in leadership skills, communication and camp programming, creating lifelong friendships in the process. Participants spend their mornings learning from educational speakers, guests, counselors and each other. Machon spend every afternoon gaining hands-on experience by observing and assisting in camper groups. Machon participants are selected through an application and interview process. Machon participants will receive a $400 stipend at the completion of the eight-week program or a $200 stipend at the completion of four weeks of the program.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please check out our website to learn more about scholarships at: Our Camp Website Link: www.templeisrael.com

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S):
Camp TEKO Shabbat Picnics:
Picnic 1: June 20, 2015
Picnic 2: July 22, 2015

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
TZOFIM AND GIBORIM DAY CAMP
SESSION ALEPH
Day Camp: Monday, June 20 - Friday, July 1
Giborim One-Night Overnight: June 30 - July 1

MACCABI MADNESS
Day Camp: Monday, July 5 – Thursday, July 8

SESSION BET
Day Camp: Monday, July 11 – Thursday, July 22
Giborim One-Night Overnight: July 14 - July 15

SESSION GIMMEL
Day Camp: Monday, July 25 – Thursday, August 12
Giborim One-Night Overnight: August 4 - August 5

CHALUTZIM OVERNIGHT
CHALUTZIM BET
Day Camp: Monday, July 11 – Thursday, July 14
Overnight Camp: Friday, July 15 – Friday, July 22

CHALUTZIM GIMMEL
Day Camp: Monday, July 25 – Thursday, August 4
Overnight Camp: Friday, August 5 – Friday, August 12

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Staff applications can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.teko.org.

Interested in working at Camp TEKO? Contact Avi Baron at avi[AT]templeisrael.com or 612-374-0321.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 21-25, 2020

Fee: $575

CAMP FACILITIES: YMCA Camp Cormorant provides a unique outdoor environment with cozy cabins, an extensive beach, athletic fields, a volleyball sand court, horse trails, a newly remodeled ropes course, and much more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp curriculum provides more than just a good time or teaching outdoor skills. Developing Christian values in devotions, respect for fellow campers, gaining new interests and talents, enjoying the outdoors with new and old friends is the framework of Camp Cormorant. With so many camps to choose from, something is sure to spark your interest, such as Adventure Camp, Mini-Camp, Horsemanship Camp, Cooking Camp, Fishing Camp, Ropes Course Camp, Waterski Camp, and Wilderness Camp! ACA Accredited. For more information, visit us online at Our Camp Website Link: www.campcormorant.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselor in Training (CIT) Program.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp

OTHER CAMP INFO: No day at camp is just a typical day! There is always fun and exciting activities that go on every day that create variety and life long memories at camp! Come join us and experience the spirit and tradition of Camp Cormorant. It will stay with you forever!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weekly Camp Sessions are available June through August. Please check each specific camp for session details as not all camps run every session.

Session 1: June 8-13
Session 2: June 15-20
Session 3: July 6-11
Session 4: July 13-18
Session 5: July 20-25
Session 6: July 27-August 1
Session 7: August 3-8
Session 8: August 10-15

For more information or to register, visit us online at: Our Camp Website Link: campcormorant.ymcacassclay.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert are separated by about 1.5 miles of the water of Lake Hubert, but are just about equal in facilities at each camp. Both camps have two-story, log-style cabins for about 18-21 campers with indoor bathrooms and hot water. Dining halls are large communal buildings centrally located on the camp. Camp Lincoln offers an extremely large athletic field for various events and sporting activities/games, as well as a sand volleyball court, multiple tetherball courts, two basketball courts, 4 tennis courts, and an indoor building for rainy-day activities and skit nights. Camp Lake Hubert offers two smaller athletic fields, two basketball courts, a sand volleyball pit, tetherball courts, four tennis courts, and a smaller, private lake for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. As both camps are located right on the shores of Lake Hubert, they both offer fully-equipped waterfronts for swimming, sailing, windsurfing, fishing, water games, etc.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert have a 100-year plus history of creating fun and adventure in Minnesota’s lake country. As brother-sister camps, they are located across the lake from each other, with separate facilities and activities, but under the same ownership and long-standing mission and purpose. Alumni from all across the USA and around the world talk with pride about their wonderful memories and the great times at Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert.

But camp is more than fun. It is about meeting new friends, expanding ones interests, learning new skills, and developing important life skills. We are confident that you will discover more about yourself in the process.

Our commitment to five Core Values helps create an environment that is caring, nurturing and positive. With more than 30 land and water activities, plus special adventure trips, you will have plenty of opportunity to develop new interests and skills, and to explore nature’s wonderland.

You will learn some amazing things. And you will find out that you are pretty amazing, too! We hope that you will join us in this adventure.

Please visit this link for a complete list of our land, water, adventure, and wilderness activities: Our Camp Website Link: www.lincoln-lakehubert.com.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Camp Lincoln and Camp Lake Hubert Leadership Training (LT) Program is a two-year leadership development program open to young men and women currently in 10th and 11th grade. Those that are highly motivated, willing to work hard and have a strong desire to develop skills that can be used in camp as well as in their home communities should apply to this program. The LT Experience is divided into Level 1 and Level 2 with each level having its own set of requirements.

At the program’s core is the goal of teaching life skills that translate into preparing young men and women for life outside of camp, i.e., jobs, extracurricular activities, community service work, entrance into college, etc.).

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: For camp scholarship and financial aid info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.lincoln-lakehubert.com

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our camp grounds and facilities are open to rental groups (i.e. business retreats, weddings, family reunions, etc.) during our off-season. Please call or email (home[AT]lincoln-lakehubert.com or 218-963-2339) for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For camp dates and fees please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.lincoln-lakehubert.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For summer camp job info please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.lincoln-lakehubert.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Burn4Him Camp enjoys the many wonderful ameneties of Lakeview Camp and Retreat Center. Camp facilites include a lake for waterfront activities, a waterpark, climbing walls, gymnasium, dormitory style cabins, and dining hall. Please visit lakeviewcamp.net for a full listing.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This is our 7th year to offer parents an excellent summer camp option for their children. Our desire is to partner with parents in calling out the destiny of their children. We hold to the philosophy that children do not have a junior Holy Spirit and can receive the Spirit's outpouring in their lives. We believe children can hear God's voice, heal the sick, prophecy, and operate in the gifts of the Spirit. We feel privileged to minister to this Chosen Generation!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Youth Ages 14-17 are welcome to attend camp as a CIT but must have pastoral recommendation and attend camp with a qualified counselor from an attending church.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 9-12, 2016 ; please go to our website for complete information.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are a small camp with nearly 1/2 mile of lake frontage. Our 10 cabins are neat and clean they have electricity and heat for those cool summer nights. See more pictures and video on our website Our Camp Website Link: snc.camp

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Swift Nature Camp is an overnight nature camp for boys and girls ages 6-15. Our focus is to blend traditional summer camp activities while increasing a child's appreciation for nature, science and the environment.

Our special Discovery Camp is a nurturing program for first-time overnight campers, offering additional staff to provide support and encouragement to overcome homesickness and build confidence. The program welcomes no more than 50 first-time campers, and the special attention that this intimate group receives is the reason that more than 92% of them wish to return.

Swift Nature Camp offers traditional summer camp activities along with an environmental focus. Campers enjoy an active Nature Center, Pet Zoo, and Department of Natural Resources sponsored programs, plus recreational activities that include canoe and backpack trips, horseback riding, swimming, arts & crafts, team courses, archery, sailing, water skiing, tubing and sports.

In addition to these traditional activities, Swift Nature Camp is so much more. We are a child-centered program located away from technology, celebrity culture and academic pressures. Through fun activities and positive staff role models, we help children develop lifelong skills such as confidence, teamwork, leadership, compassion and communication. Our small size allows us to promote each child's personal development by providing fun, friendship and leadership in a supportive and noncompetitive environment. While away from home, children will have the opportunity to act on their own, become self-reliant, and try things for themselves.

Many of our kids return year after year saying that "Swift allows me to be my real self with real people." And we feel that's a good thing!

All of this happens in the fun and sun of the north woods of Wisconsin. For staff and campers alike, Swift Nature Camp is more than just a place to be: it is their summer home. So why not have your child join our summer camp family this summer?

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Yes we have a leadership program for those who are 16 & 17 years old.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: YES, scholarships are available. Please, see our website.
Our Camp Website Link: swiftnaturecamp.com

OTHER CAMP INFO: We are most excited by 1st Time Camper Program that is only for children that have never been to summer camp before. This program has only 5 children in a cabin with 2 counselors. Allowing us to give every child loads of attention for their first time away from home.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our programs begin mid June and go till mid August

DISCOVERY CAMP (2 WEEKS), June 4-June 16
Boys & Girls 6-12, Cost $1550

PATHFINDER CAMP (2 WEEKS), June 18-June 30
Boys & Girls 6-12, Cost $1550

EXPLORER CAMP (3 WEEKS), July 2-July 21
Boys & Girls 7-15, Cost $2400

EXPLORER CAMP (3 WEEKS), July 23-August 11
Boys & Girls 7-15, Cost $2400

ADVENTURER CAMP (6 WEEKS), July 2-August 11
Boys & Girls 7-15
Cost $4600

CANADIAN CANOE TRIP (5 days), August 10-14
Boys & Girls 14-17, Cost $599

See our Dates & Rates for more Information
Our Camp Website Link: swiftnaturecamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Swift Nature Camp is looking for great young people to be Camp Counselors and activity specialist. So if you want to spend your summer outside, being a role model to kids be sure to see our website.

Also we need a camp nurse and Outdoor Education Director. Interested, please see our website.

You can change a child's life this summer and in turn change yours.

Watch Our Swift Nature Camp Jobs Video at: Our Camp Website Link: swiftnaturecamp.com

Watch Our Swift Nature Camp Promo Video at: Our Camp Website Link: swiftnaturecamp.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Advanced Theater Workshop:
Ages 15–17 or previous camp attendees
The Advanced Camp provides an opportunity for students to focus on taking their experiences to an advanced level. All campers will participate in scene study and monologue exploration classes.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please contact the camp office to see if funding has been received through the Minnesota Office of Higher Education for the St. Olaf Theater Camp as part of the Summer Academic Enrichment Program.

STUDENTS MUST BE RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. See website for further information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Theater Camp: June 21-27, 2020

CAMP FACILITIES: Hosted at the University of St. Thomas, campers have access to two lacrosse fields, newly built dorms, buffet-style cafeteria, access to the Mississippi River, and more of UST's wonderful facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Homegrown Lacrosse Summer Camps have been a highlight of youth & high school lacrosse players in Minnesota since 2004. Developed as Minnesota's first youth and high school lacrosse-specific camps, our dedicated staff works to develop each player’s strengths both physically and mentally. With one of the lowest camper-to-counselor ratios in the country (4:1), Homegrown Summer Camp engages and challenges players of all skill levels.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Leadership Development Program (L.D.P.) provides high school and college volunteers an opportunity to coach alongside Homegrown senior staff at a variety of programs and events throughout the year. L.D.P. counselors gain confidence in their coaching ability and develop a better understanding of lacrosse from a new perspective. This translates to greater on-field skills and expands to life skills off the field.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need-based financial assistance is available by request. See our summer camp page for more info.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 10 - 13, 2023: Boys' & Girls' Youth Day Camp (Grades 3 - 6 in the 2023-24 school year)
*6th graders can decide between day and overnight camps (see below for overnight camp dates).
July 17 - 20, 2023: Boys' & Girls' Middle School Overnight Camp (Grades 6 - 8 in the 2023-24 school year)
July 24 - 27, 2023: Boys' & Girls' High School Overnight Camp (Grades 9 - 11 in the 2023-24 school year)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The Leadership Development Program (L.D.P.) provides high school and college volunteers an opportunity to coach alongside Homegrown senior staff at a variety of programs and events throughout the year. L.D.P. counselors gain confidence in their coaching ability and develop a better understanding of lacrosse from a new perspective. This translates to greater on-field skills and expands to life skills off the field. L.D.P. counselors may find more information and the application linked on the summer camp page.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:

For 28 years, PGC Basketball has been the worldwide leader in teaching players how to think the game, be a leader, and run the show.

We believe every player deserves to know how to unlock their potential. We believe every player deserves to discover how to be a leader on and off the court. And, we believe every player deserves to know how to use the game to propel themselves to success in life.

At PGC Basketball, we’re a team of passionate teachers of the game who won’t stop at anything in our quest to inspire and equip dedicated players and coaches everywhere.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Since 2012, PGC has provided more than $500,000 in financial assistance. Each year, we do our best to assist as many families as possible.

Scholarship applications begin each spring for summer sessions at: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website to learn about our summer overnight basketball camps, our skills academy camps for youth players, and our fall weekend camps.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our PGC staff are remarkable individuals with a passion to learn, grow, and impact others. There are three ways to get involved: be a volunteer coach, join our paid summer staff, or join our year-round team.

Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: *Professional, individualized coaching
*Instruction on one-meter boards
*Low athlete-to-coach ratio
*Training on required and optional dives
*Daily pool sessions
*Develop an understanding of dive mechanics and meet preparation through classroom discussion
*Dry-board and trampoline training
*Supervised recreational activities
*Final dive exhibition

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Diving Camps:
Session 1: July 19-23, 2020
Session 2: July 26-30, 2020

Learn-to-Dive Camp:
July 26-30, 2020

Ran in conjunction with the St. Olaf Dive CampFor further information please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: wp.stolaf.edu

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Chess Exploration:
For players of all ages and strengths. Campers are divided into classes of like ability and age. Campers 9 years of age or younger must be accompanied by an adult escort.

Intensive Study: “All Intensive Study Options automatically include the evening lecture series”

Advanced Youth: Under 18 with 1500+ rating – for strong students. The option includes greater classroom rigor and the evening lecture series after which students join evening camp activities including separate sections of the blitz and bughouse tournaments.

Advanced Adult: 18 and over OR rating of 1700+. This option is intended for serious adult students and includes the evening lecture series, and greater classroom rigor. This session will admit serious, mature-acting youth students who meet the requirements and have camp director approval.

Fundamental Adult: 18 and over. For the novice to moderate strength adult interested in strengthening their chess knowledge for themselves or for the additional purpose of teaching others. This option includes take-away materials, and for those interested in coaching, a letter of recommendation for the USCF Certified Chess Coach Program. Stronger players should consider Intensive Study-Advanced Adult.

Intensive Study – Master Class:
For serious players (including mature-acting youth) rated over 2000. This option includes the evening lecture series, instruction by GMs only, electronic ChessBase format class materials will be provided, and the tournament section will be limited to the strongest players only (allowances for camp size).

Chesscorts:
For parents/guardians escorting their child to camp. This daily class is Chess 101 lite for escorts. Escorts will learn the basics of chess, chess notation, and chess tournaments so that they can better share in their child’s chess experience. It will also include a “mini-tournament” among class members only; parents can share in a tournament experience and learn from their own play. The class and tournament will be in the mornings-only and Chesscorts will be free the rest of the day.

Rated Blitz Tournament:
Sunday, July 24 – 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Open to campers and their families during check-in. Register on site.

How to Be a Good Chess Parent:
Sunday Seminar 2:30–4:00
A brief program discussing the important role of chess parent, based on Kevin Bachler’s article that has been republished around the internet. Key chess basics will be covered: how to select a chess coach, what books to study, what kind of tournaments to attend, and what kind of chess player do I have?

Chess Basics Class:
Sunday afternoon chess class covering the basics of chess moves and chess notation for anyone who needs a refresher in the topics.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Minnesota Office of Higher Education has accepted the St. Olaf OleChess Camp as part of their 2016 Summer Academic Enrichment Program. The Summer Academic Enrichment Program will provide stipends on a first-come, first-serve basis, to cover the direct cost for Minnesota students to attend OleChess Camp during the summer of 2018. Students MUST BE RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. See website for further information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: OleChess Summer Tournament:
July 19-24, 2020
For campers and non-campers.

Boy Scout chess merit badge counselor on staff. Fulfill your requirements at camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 19-24, 2020
Chess Exploration: $695
Intensive Study: $855 - Advanced Youth, Advanced Adult, & Fundamental Adult
Intensive Study – Master Class: $995
Escort Fee: $275
Rated Blitz Tournament: $5
How to Be a Good Chess Parent: FREE
Chess Basics Class: FREE

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our unique style and philosophy of outdoor ministry is built on 5 central goals:
SAFETY
We know how to have outrageous fun and be safe too. Our brand of fun is always safe and inclusive. Our laughter is kind. We know that fun opens doors, builds relationships, and brings campers to a place where they can learn, share, and grow— so we take fun very seriously!
FUN
The best way to show a student that you care about them is to help them have good, clean fun—and lots of it. Fun builds trust, breaks down barriers, and removes masks. Fun also keeps them coming back for more allowing us to build relationships.
MESSAGE
This is the “WHY” of Summer Camp. We will share an honest and compelling picture of God’s love as we experience it through Jesus Christ. The Gospel should be the best news we ever hear in life, and be full of joy.
AFFIRMATION
We love every student, just as they are. Period. This is not a means to another end, this is an end in and of itself. Campers will know that they were genuinely and whole-heartedly loved with no strings attached.
COMMUNITY
One outcome of accomplishing the first four goals is a profound experience of Community. These are friends and camp counselors on whom they can count, long after everyone returns home.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): ALL-CHURCH CAMP
Thursday, July 21 – Sunday, July 24
Cost: $175 per adult, $125 per student (up to age 17), and a max of $600 per family. Children ages 3 and under are free.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: www.wayzatacommunitychurch.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Winter housing for 175 in the five bunk house style cabins and Retreat Center and summer housing for 225 including the four outpost villages (Tree Houses, TP village, Rustic Cabins and Covered Wagons).

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Omega is all about relationships … a place for children, teens, adults, families, congregations, and communities to grow in their relationship to Christ…a place for campers young and old to discover and rediscover what life in Jesus means.

Summer camp programming includes options for campers 6-17 years old as well as adult and family retreats. Campers can choose from a classic week of cabin stay to more rustic adventures in our Outpost villages to a variety of specialty camps like Art, Survivor, Horse, or High Ropes camps. Camp Omega also offers a traveling Day Camp that can host a vacation Bible school program at your church!

Camp Omega promises to leave indelible, life-changing spiritual marks on the hearts of God’s people, as campers of all ages encounter creation, create community, and commune with Christ.

Camp Omega has been running quality programming for over 50 years. It is an American Camp Association accredited camp with a focus on experiencing safely in God's creation.

Camp Omega is a place of actions and relationship and helps people realize they CAN with CHRIST!
We hope you can join us!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership Training Camp

This leadership training camp gives high-school aged students the tools to succeed and grow in the Christian faith, as well as provide skills to serve as Christian leaders at camp and in the community.

Looking for more hand-on leadership experience than this leadership week? Apply to be a Youth Servant Leader (YSL)! YSL's assist counselors in providing for the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of campers. Leadership Training is mandatory for those applying to serve as a YSL. If you are high-school aged and will be 15 years old by June, you can become a YSL this summer. Get ready to make a difference!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are doing everything we can to assure that every child can attend Camp Omega regardless of economic status. Don't let finances separate your child or family from this life changing experience. Many churches and organizations have funds available. Please contact your church office for information.

Camp Omega also has a Campership program called "For the Children Fund" designed to make sure that no person misses out on summer camp due to finances. Camperships can only be applied toward the basic camp program costing $320 or less. Camp Registration must be received before Campership Application can be considered.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Get the whole family outdoors for a of relaxation, fun and spiritual renewal! Choose your living quarters! Lodge on main camp in the traditional cabins OR choose an outdoor sleeping adventure by staying in an outpost village. No matter your lodging, you have the opportunity to choose from a day-long canoe trip, to firearms safety clinic, or a relaxing day on-site enjoying all the fun-filled camp activities.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Omega is packed full of activity with annual year-round Camp Omega sponsored Retreat Programs. Retreats offer a great way to grow together with your friends, family, youth groups, and congregations. Information about our upcoming retreats are listed below. To register for any of these events, download the retreat flyer or contact the camp office. If you have questions or would like to schedule your own event, contact the Camp Office at (507) 685-4266.

Winter Daze (for Jr High)
Youth Servant Leader Reunion
Sr High Retreat
Confirmation Retreat
Annual Work Weekend (all ages)
Camp Omega Day (Open House Event) (all ages)
Camp Omega Sunday
Summer Camps for All Ages
Confirmation Summer Camp
Annual Benefit Golf Tournament
Annual Benefit Trap Shooting Tournament
Cross Country Race Invitational (4th-8th grades)
Jr High Recharge
Men's Fishing, Hunting/Shooting & Golf Retreat
Annual Appreciation Dinner
Environmental Learning Program

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to Our Camp Website Link: www.CampOmega.org as events change according to season.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Every season Camp Omega employees approximately 35 college-aged adults to serve as counselors for our summer camp programs. Counselors must be at least 18 years old, have completed their first year in college, and must have a great love for Christ, and excitement for sharing His word.

Serving at Camp Omega offers you the opportunity to:
Grow in your faith
Work with other Christians
Make a difference in the lives of others
Challenge yourself with new skills and responsibilities
Earn money

CAMP FACILITIES: Northern Tier has rustic cabins for the first and last night of a group's stay. The rest of the time is spent in the wilderness of North America's Canoe Country.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our Campership program allows participants to apply for up to 50% of their share of their group's fees. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.ntier.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Northern Tier offers back country programming year-round.
Additionally, Northern Tier has state-of-the-art conference facilities available in the fall and spring.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Go to Our Camp Website Link: www.ntier.org for full information on Northern Tier's program offerings.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The canoe trip leader is the main program person working with the youth and adults in the crew. He/she serves as a Scouting role model for trail crews. Is a specialist and resource person to the trail crew on all aspects of the canoe trip. This includes, but is not limited to: packing and preparation for trip, food handling, navigation, safety, history, fishing, and ecology. *Note: You must be able to pass a swim test.

Camp staff positions include Outfitting, Trading Post, Dining Hall, Maintenance, and Living History.

Please see Our Camp Website Link: www.ntier.org for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have rustic cabins which house our campers in bunk beds. We promote people being outdoors and enjoying our surroundings. We have an outdoor basketball court, soccer field, and archery range. In addition we also swim, canoe, sail and water ski on our lake which is next to the Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Voyageur is a small private camp started in 1951 by Charles P. Erdmann. Since 1984 his son John and daughter Deb have run the camp program. Steeped in tradition, CV offers a full in camp program of land and water sports plus wilderness trips. The emphasis is on participation of all activities. One well trained staff per four campers. All staff, in order to lead wilderness trips, has CPR, Wilderness First Aid and Lifeguard Training in addition to our two week staff training.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer canoe outfitting and guided trips June 1-August 31.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Boys Sessions:
June 12-July 9 $3600
June July 10-August 6 19 $3600
June 12-25 $2000
July 10-23 $2000

Girls Sessions:
June 12-21 $1350
June 22-July 1 $1350

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselor positions available.

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers enjoy the modern cabins, waterfront, hiking trails, basketball court, ropes course, dining hall and numerous other activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: ACA Accredited

Mission: Provide life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities.

Vision: A world where experiences and adventures are open to individuals of all abilities.

Camp Staff: Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org

Camp History: Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: True Friends CIT*1 program is a paid personal & social advancement internship where CIT*1s participate as junior staff members with an emphasis on learning and training. The CIT*1 program initially covers all aspects of camp operation then the focus progressively moves to personal advancement through acquiring skills and experience within a cabin and program.

During activities, CIT*1s spend time in cabins discovering to discover how to efficiently coordinate a cabin group, assist with direct care and ensure a quality experience for all participants. CIT*1s are high school student, age 16 – 17. Must be able and willing to meet the direct-care and recreational needs of participants; be physically strong and mentally alert; work well with others and enjoy helping others

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: With the generous support of donors, we are able to provide financial assistance to many participants with proven need. To request aid, the financial assistance portion of the application must be completed and submitted with the application. Anyone eligible for waivered services or Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) can contact us and your social worker for information on how these funds can be applied to camp.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp is at our Camp Courage location in the fall. Visit Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: True Friends offers winter camp as well as year-round weekend respite programming. We have a specialized travel program, find more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.venturestravel.org. We also offer year-round team building services, find more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.team-quest.org. Our locations are available year-round for rental, find more information at Our Camp Website Link: www.conferenceandretreat.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our full catalog and more information can be found online at Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org for a full listing of positions at camp.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have many scholarships and financial aid available. See our website for more information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MDAW’s Format Encourages Skill-Building.
MDAW offers instructional workshops tailored to specific age groups. We work with area educators to provide a comprehensive curriculum that readies students at every level with evidence and skills for the next debate season.

MDAW Students Get TONS of Practice.
We offer practice debates and skill-building drills nearly every day of camp. Middle school students find friendly competition in a full length debate at the end of their weekly sessions – so students can get a feel for the tournament experience. For high school students each session offers a number of full-length debates throughout their camp stay. In addition to this, staff facilitate re-dos, provide feedback, and create concrete steps for the student to continue improvement while at camp, carrying those skills into the competitive season.

MDAW Faculty Work Hard.
We have incredibly experienced, talented folks working with students on a day-to-day basis. We make sure that students are exposed to a variety of styles while ensuring they can focus on skills and strategies they’ll use throughout the year. Our goal is to attract the best talent to our workshop so that students who attend MDAW will be prepared to have a successful season and build community.

MDAW is Budget Conscious.
Our workshop operates on a not-for-profit basis. We run MDAW out of a desire to increase local opportunities for excellent debate instruction, not to make money. Tuition and room/board expenses are pegged to cost of running the workshop and providing fair salaries for staff. Scholarships are available, so don’t hesitate to contact us even though financial constraints may be a problem. We are committed to making sure no student is prevented from attending due to challenging economic circumstances, to the extent possible.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Full and partial scholarships are available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
MIDDLE SCHOOL POLICY DEBATE CAMP

Is your student curious about how laws are made? Are they passionate about current affairs? Come to middle school policy debate camp and they can build their advocacy and leadership skills, while learning about the upcoming debate topic for the 2020-2021 school year. Middle school students entering 6th – 8th grade learn how to research and develop effective arguments, and have lots of practice debates and skill sessions. Students will build skills, work as a team, and make new friends!

Runs: Monday June 22, 2020 – Friday June 26, 2020
Fees: $300

MIDDLE SCHOOL SPEECH CAMP

Your student will become an effective and confident public speaker after attending middle school speech camp. Each day, students will learn leadership strategies while mastering specific skills to help them craft and deliver persuasive, informative, and entertaining speeches to audiences of all ages. Students who attend will excel in all academic courses and activities in which they have to present to diverse groups of people.

Your student will be instructed by a Nationally Board Certified Teacher who has also been Accredited by the National Speech and Debate Association as an Advanced Professional Speech and Debate Educator.

Runs: Monday July 6, 2020 – Friday July 10, 2020
Fees: $300

MIDDLE SCHOOL CONGRESSIONAL DEBATE CAMP

Your student will learn to successfully debate with civility in an academic setting and gain the soft skills necessary to build consensus among people with diverse opinions after attending middle school congressional debate camp. Students will gain research, writing, and presentation skills that build from what they learned in Middle School Speech Camp (attending speech camp is helpful, but not a prerequisite). Each day students will learn strategies and best practices to help them grow as empathic listeners who can adapt messages to meet the needs of diverse audiences. Students will also learn how to respond to and successfully refute opposing arguments. After attending MDAW’s middle school congressional debate camp, students will be prepared to excel in academic courses in which they need to research, write, present, and defend positions.

Your student will be instructed by a Nationally Board Certified Teacher who has also been Accredited by the National Speech and Debate Association as an Advanced Professional Speech and Debate Educator.

Runs: Monday July 13, 2020 – Friday July 17, 2020
Fees: $300

HIGH SCHOOL CONGRESSIONAL DEBATE CAMP

MDAW’s Congressional Debate Camp is designed to help congressional debate students gain competitive success at the local and national level. Students will grow as leaders while they learn strategies and techniques to help them develop the hard skills of congressional debate (research, writing, delivery, and round strategy). Students also learn the soft skills of congressional debate (being empathic listeners, promoting dockets, gaining consensus among peers, and learning to read judges).

Debaters will also learn advanced research techniques as well as how to craft legislation that debaters will vote onto the docket. Campers will work directly with Ross Eichele of Eagan High School, who has coached state champions; as well as finalists at NSDA nationals, Harvard, Glenbrooks, Berkely, MinneApple, and the Blake tournament. He is accredited by the National Speech and Debate Association as an Advanced Professional Speech and Debate Educator and Coach, and is also a Nationally Board Certified Teacher. A camp tournament and awards ceremony will be held on the last day.

Runs: Sunday June 28, 2020 – Friday July 3, 2020

Costs:

Residential – $675 includes 3 meals, 2 person occupancy in dorm, and MDAW t-shirt
Commuter – $475 – includes 2 meals (lunch and dinner) and MDAW t-shirt

HIGH SCHOOL NATIONAL TOPIC POLICY DEBATE

Minnesota Debate and Advocacy Workshop (MDAW) has provided high school national topic policy debate summer camp for 17 years. MDAW is a partnership between the Minnesota Urban Debate League (a program of Augsburg University) and the University of Minnesota Debate Team. What sets the MDAW apart from other policy debate camps? Community. MDAW believes strongly in the importance of developing positive relationships between staff and students – along with growing our own leadership. The vast majority of our staff were participants themselves in MDAW.

The other core principle of the MDAW experience is that debate is learned by doing. Students will have a practice debate almost every day at camp. MDAW is where we learn new arguments, research new topics, and try-on new ideas. Camp experience also includes a camp tournament and awards ceremony.

Policy Debate Camp Option #1

EXTENDED (for advanced students):

Advanced instruction on the NSDA topic, including leadership training, argument preparation, and speaking skills, focused on national-level competition. Students will develop their leadership skills and become leaders in camp and be prepared to take on leadership experiences with their school team.

We encourage beginning students to consider the ‘Core’ session to start.

Runs: Saturday June 27, 2020 – Friday July 3, 2020

Cost for Extended session only:

Residential – $900 – includes 3 meals, 2 person occupancy in dorm, and MDAW t-shirt
Commuter $775 – includes 2 meals (lunch and dinner) and MDAW t-shirt.

Policy Debate Camp Option #2

CORE (for beginning and intermediate students):

Preparation for competition on the NSDA national topic, including research, skills development, strategy, and critiqued practice speeches & debates. Daily schedule includes topic lectures by licensed teachers, university instructors, and mentorship by college students. Students bolster their research skills in computer labs and research groups and have daily speeches and skill building development.

Advanced students may join this session as camp leaders.

Runs: Sunday July 5, 2020 – Wednesday July 15, 2020

Costs for Core Session Only:

Residential – $1625 – includes 3 meals, 2 person occupancy in dorm, and MDAW t-shirt
Commuter $1350 – includes 2 meals (lunch and dinner) and MDAW t-shirt.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camps are offered at top-rated, professionally equipped sports training facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sports are FUN, but they are more fun when you get better! Our professional, passionate, and positive coaches will help your child become a better player and a more inspired athlete. Camp provides the perfect opportunity to improve skills, make new friends, laugh hard, and smile a lot. Our Mission is to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement while consistently exceeding the expectations of our customers!

During the summer of 2014 more than 70,000 US and international campers attended a US Sports Camps program. US Sports Camps currently offers 24 programs in 15 different sports.

Our summer sports camps include: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Multi-Sport, Rugby, Running, Soccer, Softball, Swim, Tennis, Ultimate, Volleyball, Waterpolo, and Yoga. We also offer several International sports camps around the world. Our sports camps continue to grow thanks to an outstanding community of Camp Directors and the dedication of the entire USSC staff. We expect 2015, our 41st year in business, to be our best year ever. We look forward to seeing you at camp!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Many of our sports camps offer sessions and special weekend clinics year-round. Please contact us for details.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information regarding summer camp sessions and fees, please visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Each camp director is responsible for hiring their own staff and typically hire in late winter and early spring. If you are interested in applying for a position, please email the appropriate sport mailbox at Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com and we will forward on your information to any director looking for additional staff.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: After serving 10 years as a college assistant soccer coach, including five at Virginia Tech, Mike Brizendine finally got his opportunity to be a head coach when former AD Jim Weaver promoted him to the head coach of the Tech men’s soccer program on June 11, 2009.

Having directed Nike Soccer Camps for years at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA, Coach Briz is excited to share his expertise with campers in Minneapolis!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 2-5, 2017

Extended Day (9am-9pm): $465
Overnight: $565

CAMP FACILITIES: Overnight camp locations at Windy Peak & Mt. Evans are in gorgeous locations in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado.

Our facilities have the look and feel of the quintessential sleep-away camp, complete with great and healthy food, comfortable lodging and plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Camper loging are all single-sex and staff supervised. Our Head Chef has an advanced culinary degree and a passion for healthy eating, oversees a professional staff that cooks up delicious meals and accommodates food allergies and other dietary requests (such as vegan and gluten-free).

We also have teen travel Expedition programs for 5th-12th graders where campers sleep in tents every night and adventure every day with drop off locations in Boulder, Colorado and Orinda, California.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Avid4 Adventure offers multi-sport day camps along the front range in Colorado and the Bay Area in California, as well as overnight camps and Teen Leadership Programs in Bailey & Evergreen, Colorado. Camps are fun and inspiring with activities that include Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Kayaking, Canoeing & much more!

Overnight camps also include Whitewater Rafting, Fly Fishing, Whitewater Rafting, Archery, Tree Climbing, Horseback Riding and Backpacking Expeditions. Day Camps for grades Pre-K-5th grade, Overnight Camp for grades 1st-8th and Teen Leadership Training for grades 9-12th. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com for more information.

American Camp Association Accredited.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Staff-in-Training programs

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Avid4 Adventure is accepting application to our Financial Assistance program: Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com to see specific details regarding dates and times.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are seeking applicants that have a passion for kids and interests & experience in some or all of the following activities: hiking, biking, rock climbing, SUPing, canoeing, kayaking, overnight expeditions and outdoor education.

We were voted to the Outside Magazine Bests Place to Work for four years in a row!

Working with Avid4 Adventure, you will help inspire budding outdoor enthusiasts and become part of an incredible team of adventurers. Each summer, we hire Instructors, Camp Leadership, Facilities and Kitchen staff. 

Check out all available positions at our Avid4 Adventure Jobs page, and click through to our Online Application at Our Camp Website Link: avid4.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Discover our classroom & learning spaces Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org, including our Organic Farm which serves as a classroom as well as supplying the food we eat.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Traditional & Speciality Camps, Wilderness trips to Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Quetico, Apostle Islands & Voyageurs National Parks.

Wolf Ridge Camp programs are lead by trained naturalists and certified wilderness trip leaders.

Learn more about Summer Youth Camps & Experiences available on campus Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Wolf Ridge offers a CIT program each summer Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org

Wolf Ridge is dedicated not only to teaching school children, we are also committed to teaching teachers.

Through an intense experiential graduate program, we train “student naturalists” to be effective environmental educators. For 10 months, these student naturalists live and learn environmental education on our 2,000-acre campus in northern Minnesota. It’s tough, but participants emerge from the experience with the skills needed to excel as a naturalist and to be effective as an educator. We’ve trained over 1,000+ naturalists during our 50-year history as an organization. Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer a variety of camp scholarships & discounts Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S):
Bring your entire family – and a few friends – to Wolf Ridge.

Offered a few weeks each year, our family camps provide age-appropriate activities for everyone and every age in your group, from canoeing and rock climbing to nature crafts and naturalist-led hikes.

You decide how to spend your time. We’ll provide warm meals, comfortable lodging, beautiful views, and nightly campfires.

Looking for something off the beaten path? Our naturalists are available throughout the summer to serve as outfitters for custom day trips or multi-day exploring the Boundary Water by canoe and Apostle Islands by kayak.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Founded in 1971, Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center was
the first environmental learning center in the nation to be accredited as a K-12 school. The center, which attracts 13,000 participants from 165 communities annually, is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in environmental education.

Wolf Ridge is the “living laboratory” in which students explore, discover, grow and learn - as nature intended.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our sessions date, descriptions and fees are updated on our website Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Check out our website for current seasonal and permanent career opportunities. Our Camp Website Link: wolf-ridge.org

CAMP FACILITIES: 10 rustic cabins that sleep 13 campers.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer a variety of programs for all interests and ages from 3rd to 12th grade. Please see our full list here: Our Camp Website Link: campnathanael.com

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer an extensive leadership program for young men who are interested in being youth leaders. More information can be found here: Our Camp Website Link: campnathanael.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We may have scholarship assistance available for worthy campers. The scholarship application can be found on our website.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our father/son week is one of the most popular programs we offer at Camp Nathanael. Please see more information at Our Camp Website Link: campnathanael.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Father & Son Camps

Father & Son 1: (K-7) June 25-28, Sun-Wed, $210 / person
Father & Son 2: (K-12) June 28 - July 1, Wed-Sat, $210 / person
Father & Son 3: (K-7) August 6-9, Sun-Wed, $210 / person

Boys in Grade 3 - 6 (in the fall)

Mixed Week 1: July 2-8, Sun-Sat, $395
Junior Camp: July 9-15, Sun-Sat, $395
Junior Camp Half-Week: July 9-12, Sun-Wed, $ 210
Mixed Week 2: July 16-22, Sun-Sat, $395
Mixed Week 3: July 30 - August 5, Sun-Sat, $395

Attend a second week for a reduced fee.

Boys in Grade 7 - 12 (in the fall)

Mixed Week 1: July 2-8, Sun-Sat, $395
Mixed Week 2: July 16-22, Sun-Sat, $395
BWCA Trip (gr. 9+): July 9-15, $450
Whitewater Canoe Base Camp (Gr. 8+): July 16-22, Sun-Sat $435
Senior Camp: July 23-29, Sun-Sat, $395
Rock Climbing Base Camp (Gr. 8+): July 23-29, Sun - Sat $435
Mixed Week 3: July 30 - August 5, Sun-Sat, $395
Trail Biking Base Camp (Gr. 8+): July 30 - August 5, Sun - Sat $435

Attend a second week for a reduced fee.

Mixed weeks: Both junior and senior campers in camp, with separate housing and programs.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Find out more about our job opportunities in the summer and year round here: Our Camp Website Link: campnathanael.com

CAMP FACILITIES: The campus has an air-conditioned gymnasium with two full-sized basketball courts, a 50,000 square foot fieldhouse with four full courts, a training room, locker room with shower facilities, weight room, and air-conditioned classrooms.

Campers are housed in air-conditioned residence halls with two or three campers per room, and are provided plenty of nutritious food at the Bethel University Dining Center.

Each room has the following for each student:Loftable bed, extra long twin
Dresser
Desk and chair
Closet or wardrobe
Wireless internet (ethernet computer ports are also available)

Amenities:
TV (with cable) in lounges
Full kitchen
Laundry room (free of charge)
Public computers: 2 networked computers and printer
Large lounge and study room
Pop machine
Wireless internet
Shared bathrooms

Dining Services at Bethel is a partnership between Sodexo, a leader in the food-service industry, and the University. Our team is proud to serve the community on the St. Paul campus by offering a full range of dining options, including traditional buffet-style meals, grab-and-go items, and customized catering selections. From the Royal Grounds coffee shop to the full-service Monson Dining Center, our locations give the Bethel community a variety of dining settings and options.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Bethel University offers numerous youth camps in a variety of sports. Camps are held during the summer months. Check the website often as schedules and brochures for the camps will be posted when they become available.

Bethel University Christian Sports Camps help athletes develop and build confidence in their skills. We provide both challenge and encouragement, allowing campers to develop a positive attitude.

Basketball, Soccer, Tennis, Cross Country, Volleyball.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camps run from June 12 through August 3rd.

bethel.edu/camps for complete information

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers are housed in the school's dorms with classes and activities taking place throughout campus.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Immerse yourself in opera! Vocal Artist Program brings talented high school singers from around the country together for an inspiring week of singing and performing. Singers develop the individual voice by focusing on arias and chorus pieces, with daily vocal coaching sessions and movement. Participants gain valuable experience working in a professional and nurturing environment preparing and performing incredible repertoire with other advanced musicians. Staff includes Minnesota Opera staff, Univ of MN Voice Faculty, and other local professional artists. The camp is led by Matt Abernathy, Minnesota Opera's Project Opera Music Director and Children's Chorus Master.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Needs-based scholarships are available.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 8-14, $950/student - this includes room and board. See website for more details.