Best Minnesota Sleepaway Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Stroke Technique Camp
A systematic teaching approach gives swimmers an understanding of stroke development, as well as repetitive skill rehearsal throughout the week. Attention is also paid to starts, turns and streamlining. Swimmers work on core-body exercises to increase body strength and flexibility through a variety of dry-land exercises. Classroom activities include video instruction from current world-class swimmers and coaches, plus individual video review and analysis throughout the week. Group sessions cover topics ranging from nutrition and goal setting to team-building exercises and race/ training strategies.

High Performance Camp
This camp is designed for experienced swimmers who are ready to learn and implement conditioning principles, more effective training components, and technical skill development. Swimmers work on core-body exercises to increase body strength and flexibility through a variety of dry-land exercises. The camp also focuses on goal setting, psychological skills training, race and training strategies, nutrition, and team building principles that will lead to consistent, successful performance.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Stroke Technique: $490
Session 1: June 7-11, 2020
Session 2: June 14-18, 2020
Session 3: June 21-25, 2020

High Performance: $525
Session 1: June 7-11, 2020
Session 2: June 14-18, 2020

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 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 SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp opens on July 27, Saturday afternoon and close on August 3, Sunday morning. Camp fees ($1000 per student) include double-occupancy lodging, meals (July 27, Saturday dinner – August 3, Saturday breakfast), instructional sessions, special activities, and a T-shirt. Campers are housed in comfortable, secure students residence halls. Bedding and bath towel are provided. Coaches and counselors live in the residence halls and provide 24-hour supervision. St. Olaf employs a professional security staff that is on duty 24/7.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 5 cabins with 14 bunks apiece; a beautiful, rustic lodge; playing field; softball diamond; recreation center with a full gym, climbing wall, and game room; dining hall; waterfront area for swimming and boating; low ropes challenge course; archery range; and 4 miles of hiking/biking trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Koronis is part of Camp Minnesota, a non-profit organization through the United Methodist Church with camps and outdoor ministry opportunities around the state.
Since 1954, Camp Koronis has been dedicated to bringing joy to camper's lives and building their connection with Christ, Community and Creation. We are accredited through the American Camping Association (ACA) and are members of the Christian Camp & Conference Center Association (CCCA).

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Koronis' Staff-in-Training (SIT) program is a leadership development experience for teens who love camp and want to grow spiritually and in their ability to serve in a camp setting. the SIT program includes a weekend of specialized training at our Lake Koronis site, followed by two weeks at Camp Koronis, living in the cabins and helping out with three different camp sessions. SITs are mentored and directed by our SIT leader. Successful SITs will be given preference in hiring for future camp summer staff positions.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp Koronis through Camp Minnesota is committed to allowing anyone who wants to attend camp to do so- no camper will be turned away because they can't afford to pay. We provide funds, or “camperships”, to campers who need them most, based on individual and family needs. Our hope is that the individual’s local church, personal funds, and other sources of support will combine with campership support to cover the registration cost for one Camp Minnesota event of the camper’s choice. Please allow enough time for this application to be reviewed prior to your camp experience.
Campership Applications are available on our website and through Our Camp Website Link: www.CampMinnesota.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp Koronis offers a number of family camps through Lake Koronis Retreat Center, the conference center side of our operation. Sessions include week-long family camps, weekend family retreats, a Grand Camp and adult sessions.
Visit our website for more information on our family camp sessions.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Koronis through Lake Koronis Retreat Center at Koronis Ministries, offers year-round facilities for retreats and conferences from 3-300 participants. Our retreat center offers a range a lodging options along with a full-service dining experience and year-round activities.
Visit our website for more information on our retreat and conference facilities.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Koronis offers week-long and half-week camp sessions from mid-June through Mid-August.
Sessions include Pathway Camps, Horse Camps, Teen-Specialty Camp and Teddy Bear and Trailblazer Mini-Camps.
Visit our website for complete information and up-to-date schedules.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Every Summer, Camp Koronis builds a team of energetic, dedicated staff to provide an unforgettable experience for our campers. Summer staff work as counselors, life-guards, food service, maintenance, support staff, and more!
Come work as part of a close-knit team and spend 6-8 weeks enjoying a beautiful camp surrounded by nature, and making a difference in the lives of campers.  
Applications available at Our Camp Website Link: www.koronisministries.org. 
For more information visit our website, or give us a call at 320-243-4544

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: The program includes:
*Master classes
*Music theory
*Piano literature classes
*Private lessons
*Piano chamber ensembles
*Instrumental ensembles as available
*Evening recitals
*Performance opportunities
*Social activities

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Minnesota Office of Higher Education has accepted the St. Olaf Summer Piano Academy 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 the Music Camp during the summer of 2018. STUDENTS MUST BE RESIDENTS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. See website for further information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 21-27, 2020
Comprehensive Fee: $675
Additional Lessons (Two additional half hour lessons): $70

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: Cabin rooms, dining hall, meeting and hang-out space, a pristine creek for water tubing, a frisbee course, zipline, rappeling tower, canoeing and miles of biking trails nearby.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Candid discussion about the things that matter most with your independent-thinking Jewish peers from around the world. Creative workshops for the non-conformist in you. Hiking, biking, water-tubing, kayaking and owl watching. We have thousands of years of Jewish wisdom to tap into so ask any question you want � about true love, Jewish medical ethics, the human psyche, the nature of the soul, what do Jews believe, where does morality come from, why kosher, what do dreams mean, faith, free will, reincarnation, where was G-d during the Holocaust, what�s Shabbat for, what's the key to happiness, what about other religions, why do bad things happen to good people...and anything else on your mind. This isn't someone else's agenda, it's yours.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Generous SCHOLARSHIPS through One Happy Camper, and Bais Chana Women International.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Jewish Un-Camp has weekends during the school year that are mini-versions of the summer program, and reunions for alum.

OTHER CAMP INFO: The Jewish UnCamp is your chance to explore Judaism's take on life's big questions. What does it mean to be a Jew today and why should we care? How should we respond to anti-semitism? What does Jewish wisdom contribute to discussions on technology, social issues, interpersonal relationships, world peace? What, if anything, should we do with that information - and how?

Meet girls from all over the world! Generous SCHOLARSHIPS.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 28-July 19, 2017. Email us if you can't attend the full session.

CAMP FACILITIES: The fully accessible camp offers modern cabins and facilities, dining hall, arts and crafts building, recreational hall, nature building, gymnasium, indoor pool, climbing wall, ropes course and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: ACA Acreddited

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 job positions at camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: All camp sessions are held on a college/university campus. Currently we have programs running at the University of Minnesota, University of Houston, and Bryn Mawr.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps focus on Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum Debate at the Minnesota and Bryn Mawr camp sessions. The University of Houston camp session focusses on Texas World Schools Debate, Public Forum, and Lincoln-Douglas.

NSD's faculty are the best in their field. From classroom teachers to successful private debate coaches to the top recently graduated debate competitors, our camps are taught by a diverse faculty representing the best of the best.

Our curriculum is carefully designed to ensure every NSD camper receives personalized attention, an active learning environment, and level appropriate lessons--all in a fun, accessible learning environment that celebrates collaboration.

NSD alumni have championed over 500 nationally competitive debate tournaments in the United States and received over 1000 qualifying bids to the Tournament of Champions.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are committed to providing low-income students with access to our camp programs through need-based scholarships. If you are interested in applying for financial aid, please view our scholarships page: Our Camp Website Link: www.nsdebatecamp.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Flagship Minneapolis LD - July 9 - 29, 2023
Philadelphia LD- June 25 - July 8, 2023
Philadelphia PF- July 16 - July 29, 2023
Texas LD- June 25 - July 8, 2023
Texas PF- June 25 - July 8, 2023
Online LD - July 24- August 4, 2023
Online PF - July 18 - July 29, 2023
PF and LD Topic Prep Weeks August 8 - August 13, 2023
Concierge Coaching - June 1 - August 31, 2023

Visit our website for more details: Our Camp Website Link: www.nsdebatecamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Dorm style housing, dining hall. Actvities include Mountain Scooters, Sandy Swimming beach, water slide, skiing, boating, field games, laser tag, sling shot range, Gym, climbing wall, indoor & outdoor basketball, volley ball, crafts, wooded trails, petting farm & more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Big Sandy Camp is affiliated with the Christian & Missionary Alliance. We take our mission of "touching hearts and changing lives through innovative, Christ centered activities events and programs" very seriously. We have a carefully selected, screened and trained summer staff, and chapel sessions that are fun and age relavent for each camp session. Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.bigsandycamp.com for details.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS:

We do offer two sessions of our Leaders in Training (LIT) program. Each session is two weeks in length and the student will spend one week co-counseling a cabin, and will spend the second week working program areas, helping with dishes, serving, meals, and getting to know the "behind the scenes" events and set-up/tear-down of camp activities. Apply online, additional information available at Our Camp Website Link: www.bigsandycamp.com

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S):

We offer two sessions of Family Camps, one over the Fourth of July and the second over the Labor Day weekend. These weekends are geared towards families being able to be together, play, learn and grown spiritually together.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for camp session dates and rates. Click summer camps on the right side tool bar and click registration.

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 FACILITIES: For our onsite camps, we have 3 lodging buildings, including our modern Crosby Lodge with 14 dorm-style rooms with private bathrooms, our Lowry Lodge with 5 dorm-style rooms with shared bathrooms, lounge and woodstove; and our historic Schwyzer Lodge, complete with living room, fireplace and kitchen. Lodging is based on type of camp and numbers of attendees. Room assignments are gender-based.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Audubon Center of the North Woods (ACNW) is a private, non-profit 501(c)3 residential environmental learning center. We are a proud leader in environmental education and renewable energy and are committed to providing lifelong learning experiences to people of all ages. ACNW has been providing environmental and outdoor education programs since 1971. We ‘walk the walk’ in demonstrating environmental stewardship and have implemented a wide variety of renewable energy sources and energy conservation measures. Our focus is on developing an understanding, ethics and responsibility regarding the environment and the role of humans through formal and informal experiences that link nature and humans.

We believe that a healthy environment starts with and is perpetuated by a personal connection to it, and ACNW is and has been committed to that goal for over 40 years. We offer a great variety of environmental learning experiences for people of all ages, with programming in natural history and science, team-building, adventure programming, wildlife, energy, outdoor skills and human history.

Our highly trained staff are all certified in CPR and Advanced First Aid - some are certified as Wilderness First Responders.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial need-based scholarships are available for all our youth camps. Visit our summer camp page to download a scholarship request form.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Winter Family Weekend - every President's Day Weekend:

Wonder, adventure and discovery for all at our winter family camp!

Embrace winter over the long President’s Day Weekend. Treat your family to 3 nights/4 days of discovery, learning and fun. This exciting, all-inclusive family program offers age-specific and all-family program options to choose from. Whether you’re looking for snow activities, skiing/snowshoeing, nature learning or quality family time, we have something for the whole family.

Activities you can enjoy during your stay at the Center include:

Indoor climbing wall
High ropes course
Ice climbing
Sleigh rides
Cross-country skiing
Snowshoeing
Archery
Wildlife programs
Cultural activities
Kicksledding
Arts & crafts
Astronomy
Campfires
and much, much more!

Why not spend some quality time with your family in the north woods this winter, making memories that last a lifetime!

Your accommodations will include a private room for each family and you'll find your lodging is perfect for a weekend of adventure, relaxation and retreat. Each spacious room in either Crosby or Lowry Lodge has bunk style beds and sleep up to 6 or 8 people. Our meals have a reputation of their own and have become known as the best in the area. Delicious, healthy, wholesome meals, each carefully prepared with creativity and taste, are served in our large dining room with beautiful stone fireplace and wonderful views of the woods and lake.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We offer a great variety of year-round environmental, outdoor and challenge learning experiences for people of all ages, with programming in natural history and science, team-building, adventure/challenge, and outdoor/ environmental education. Our specialty is multi-day (overnight) K12 field trips.

Whether a day program, multi-day immersion visit, weekend retreat, or college course, ACNW provides the best environmental, team-building, challenge and outdoor skills educational programs for youth, college students, adults, and families. Our high quality programs, along with our optimal location, make us not only the best choice for educational reasons, but for lower travel time and cost as well… something we all can appreciate!

Come enjoy the learning adventures the North Woods has to offer!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Learn more about all of our summer camps, including dates and cost, on our camp page at Our Camp Website Link: www.audubon-center.org.

2019 YOUTH CAMPS (early bird discount ends 3/1/19)...

Outdoor Explorers - June 23-28, 2019; entering grades 5-7 ($468 early bird; $520 after March 1)

Wild About Animals - July 7-12, 2019; entering grades 4-6 ($495 early bird; $550 after March 1)

Rocks, Ropes & Rafts - July 21-26, 2019; entering grades 6-8 ($580 early bird; $645 after March 1)

Need-based scholarships are available!

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: Foley has two docks at our waterfront - The Swimdock is used for Swimming, Diving, and Snorkeling. A separate dock, the Marina, is where all of our boating takes place such as Sailing, Waterskiing, and Canoeing. Foley includes a Soccer Field, two Tennis Courts, a 38-foot Climbing Tower, a Basketball Court, a Roofed Sport Court, an Archery and Riflery Range, two Paintball Courses and separate buildings for Fitness, Crafts, Nature, Music and Woodworking/Shop. There are nine boys' cabins on one side of camp and nine girls' cabins on the other. Foley also has two treehouses for overnights. Our large Dining Hall was constructed in 2000 and comfortably seats all of our campers and staff.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Foley is committed to being a positive, fun, youth-centered summer camp that has a caring, family atmosphere. Campers thrive on new friendships and experiences. With quality instruction in over 30 activities, such as Sailing, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Paintball, Riflery and Climbing, our campers can take healthy, safe risks, which help develop physical and emotional skills. Foley strives to partner with parents to help our campers become productive, responsible, respectful young people. Foley is an ACA Accredited Camp.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a very strong leadership program at Camp Foley. Campers that are going into 9th, 10th or 11th grade can participate in the leadership program. Leadership program participants learn important life skills that will make them successful and independent members of the community (personal finance, home maintenance, resume writing, etc.)

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available. Email fun[AT]campfoley.com for inquiry.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2025 Sessions (Ages 7-16)
2-Week Session: Monday, June 16th - Sunday, June 29th
1st 3-Week Session: Tuesday, July 1st - Sunday, July 20th
2nd 3-Week Session: Wednesday, July 23rd - Monday, August 11th
5-Week Session: Monday, June 16th - Sunday, July 20th

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Interested in the best summer job available? Head to our website to learn about being a Camp Counselor!

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

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Session 1: June 29 – July 1, 2020 (girls entering 7th-10th grade)
This camp session is targeted at experienced volleyball players who are ready to learn technical skill development, gain playing experience and prepare them for the upcoming high school seasons! It is a chance to learn about volleyball, meet new people and make a connection with college athletes.

Session 2: July 27 – 29, 2020 (girls entering 4th-7th grade)

This camp session is designed for volleyball players looking to grow in their abilities, love for the sport, and prepare them for their future, competitive, volleyball career.

Session 3: July 31 – August 2, 2020 (girls entering 8th-12th grade)

This camp session is targeted at experienced volleyball players who are ready to learn technical skill development, gain playing experience and prepare them for the upcoming high school seasons! It is a chance to learn about volleyball, meet new people and make a connection with college athletes.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:

Session 1: June 29 – July 1, 2020 $320
Session 2: July 27 – 29, 2020 $320
Session 3: July 31 – August 2, 2020 $320

For further information please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: wp.stolaf.edu

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: 6, fully-accessible, modern cabins with access to a:
Swimming Beach
Hiking Trails
Picnic Areas
Gymnasium
Sports and Recreation Field
Campfire Rings

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 is at our Camp Courage location in the fall. Visit Our Camp Website Link: truefriends.org for more information.

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: 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: Camp Fire Minnesota is located on 103 acres of forest, wetlands, and prairie. We have lakefront property on Lake Minnewashta with a separate fishing, boating, and swimming areas. Our resident camp features two cabin communities and a lodge; accommodating 220 overnight campers. Additionally, Camp Fire Minnesota features an archery range, high ropes course, low-ropes agility course, garden, climbing wall, giant swing and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Here, in the forests and fields of more than 100 acres on the shore of Lake Minnewashta, young people discover in nature something many didn’t even know they were looking for. Themselves. Their inner sparks. The kindling to ignite their true potential. All youth are welcome. Light the fire within.

We are a diverse community committed to creating a welcoming experience where each camper can bring their full selves to camp. All youth are welcome. Discover more about what inclusion looks like at camp here: Our Camp Website Link: campfiremn.org

Our staff include certified lifeguards and wilderness first-aid certified guides for our Northwoods adventure trips among our large and experienced staff!

We are an ACA (American Camping Association) accredited camp.

Our mission: With nature as our catalyst, we energize youth to discover their spark so their futures glow brighter.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Discover your personal leadership style, and put it into action! Our Leadership Program progresses with campers through their teens – from Day Camp Assistant to Counselor in Training to Junior Counselor. Each level of this program includes team-building activities, training and hands-on experience working with and leading younger campers. During the school year, teens continue to meet monthly leading service projects and building leaderships skills in out Teen Outdoor Leaders program.

Learn more at: Our Camp Website Link: campfiremn.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We believe every young person should have access to the outdoors. Camp is an influential adventure where campers of all ages explore new activities, learn new skills and make life-long friends. At Camp Fire Minnesota, we understand the importance of this and provide full and partial camp scholarships. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and funds available.
Learn more and apply online at Our Camp Website Link: campfiremn.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: There’s so much more to discover outdoors beyond the summer months, join us for any or all of our fall, winter and spring programs. You’ll enjoy seasonal camp activities from archery to fort-building to snowshoeing and much more. Campers will participate activities depending on weather and the season’s conditions.

School break camps follow area schools' school-release days schedules.

Learn more at: Our Camp Website Link: campfiremn.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer camp registration opens early in January. We strongly recommend registering when it opens as spots fill within the first day.

View our current sessions, dates and rates online at Our Camp Website Link: campfiremn.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We begin hiring for the upcoming summer in November/December. Information, including job descriptions and online application are available at: Our Camp Website Link: campfiremn.org

CAMP FACILITIES: We have modern cabins with 1920's charm and decor. Each camper has her own bed, but campers will share rooms with 2-3 other girls. Adult chaperones (licensed female teachers) have their own bedrooms. Bathrooms are private and a full kitchen is accessible for all. Meals are prepared for campers and shared in an amazing lodge that also features screen porches, a living room, and game room for breakout sessions.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please read our full story on our website: writingcamp.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Ann Bancroft Foundations offers a grant to pay in full for camper's first year. An application process is required.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Three five-day sessions are held every June. Cost is $900 but grants are available for first year campers.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Cherith has a variety of cabins including both stand-alone and dormitory types. In addition, we have a recreation/dining hall, outdoor basketball courts, beautiful chapel area, many wooded paths, and a pristine lake for swimming.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Cherith's Christ-centered community creates an environment where many life-long friendships have gotten their start. Campers learn about God in an interdenominational setting through daily Bible exploration, dynamic campfire messages, and cabin devotions. And everyone participates in Morning Watch, a quiet time spent alone with God reading His Word and praying. All campers experience the thrill of success through skill-building classes. Each camper chooses two activities for the week, which they participate in daily. Our goal is to help each camper either learn a new skill or improve an existing one.

Camp Cherith's multi-age format allows same-gender siblings to attend camp together. (Parents can also come to camp as valued volunteers.) Campers are placed in divisions based on grade level and are assigned to cabins within their division. They spend about half of each day with this group, but campers of different ages do interact during meal times, free time, and various camp activities. Our younger campers look up to the bigger kids and as a result bring out a kind, nurturing spirit in the older boys and girls.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Cherith’s own staff development programs – CILT for girls and BUILT for boys – are two-year programs for campers who’ve completed tenth grade and want to develop leadership skills with an emphasis on spiritual growth. It is an intensive commitment, including the planning and implementation of various camp activities, reading and teaching assignments, and finally a week of actual counseling experience on site. It gives participants the tools necessary to serve as an effective staff member at any of the nation’s Camp Cherith locations.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Scholarships available - No one is turned away due to financial need.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother/Daughter Weekend Each September.

Family Work Weekends Each May

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please check out our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.camp-cherith.com for additional information. You can also find us on Facebook at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2020 Camp Weeks: (Camp runs from Sundays – Fridays)
Boys Week 1 June 21-26

Girls Week 1 –June 28-July 3 “Here We Go Again”

Girls Week 2 – July 5-10 “My Fair Lady”

Girls Week 3 – July 12-17 “See It Here First!”

Girls Week 4 – July 19-24 “Hey Diddle Diddle”

Girls Week 5 – July 26-31: “Yee Haw” Overnight and day camp

Boys Week 2 – August 2-7: Overnight and day camp

Mother – Daughter Weekend– September 18-20

Weekly Fees:
$390 for overnight camp ($365 if registered before March 1)
$250 for day camp ($225 if registered before March 1)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Mentorship is at the heart of our approach to camp counseling. We are looking for staff members who can not only talk about how important it is to live a Christ-centered life, but are able to model attributes like love, joy, patience, kindness, and faithfulness.

We strive to pay in the upper range of Minnesota Christian residential camps. Adults who volunteer a week of service to camp are eligible to receive a discount for one camper. All staff members, both paid and volunteer, are required to attend an all day training session late Spring. All summer staff attend a week of paid staff training prior to camp sessions. Staff members are expected to arrive on-site the Saturday before their week of work. North Central Camp Cherith is in compliance with the USDA policy which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, handicap, or national origin.

For more summer job info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: camp-cherith.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Gustavus is a residential college campus.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This Intensive audition workshop aims to bridge the gap between high school and college for students who are serious about pursuing a career in theater performance.

The Audition Boot Camp participants will have the opportunity to work on audition techniques and monologues with master teachers and artists. This intensive weeklong training program takes advantage of its unique location in the Midwest, at the campus of Gustavus Adolphus College and our close proximity to one of the most thriving theater cities in the nation, Minneapolis, home to the world renowned Guthrie Theater.

Classes and individual coachings are led by artists and teachers from the Guthrie Theater and Gustavus� Department of Theatre and Dance. All sessions are conducted in a variety of state-of-the-art facilities which include: a 280 seat trust stage, a black box, two dance studios, and several classrooms. Students will also have access to Gustavus� Folke Bernadotte Library, and its extensive play collection, as well as computer labs throughout the campus.

The highlight of the program is our day at the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis, where students will have the opportunity to work with various Guthrie artists, tour the facilities and learn about the workings of a major theater organization.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 7-13, 2013

Tentative Tuition Cost (Payment plans are available)
Registration Deadline
June 1, 2013 $975
June 15, 2013 $1,200

A $100 deposit is due when registering by June 1st or 15th. The remaining tuition balance is due July 7th.

The Institute Includes...
Three meals a day prepared by our nationally recognized dining services
Housing at Gustavus Adolphus College
Photocopying, camp mementos, t-shirt and fun evening activities
Day at the Guthrie

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 21-27, 2020
Comprehensive Fee: $660 - $700
Additional Lessons (Two additional half hour lessons): $70

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 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.