Given precautions in this COVID-19 pandemic, all campers need to bring a written, negative COVID-19 test result (unless tested positive in last 90 days with no present symptoms) taken within three days of arrival at Voyageur.

Boys

Age 10-18

Girls

Age 12-18

We also offer complete Boundary Waters family canoe outfitting!

From May to September, our guides are available to lead your family adventure.

Session Descriptions

8-Week Session

A Summer Full of Friends and Adventure

The best value in every sense of the word, eight weeks away from home and unplugged rejuvenates the soul. “Catch the Voyageur Spirit,” as physical fitness becomes routine and camping trips dig deeper into the backcountry unleashing self-discovery. In eight weeks at CV strength and confidence come naturally as boys become more responsibile to their group and seek opportunities to lead friends along the path. Camp’s simple, physical lifestyle whittles one down to the essence of their character. Kids get fit, become comfortable on stage and learn valuable life-long skills overcoming new challenges. Returning 8-week campers can spend nearly half their time on the trail as wilderness inspires a love of adventure and a lifelong appreciation for nature.

4-Week Sessions

Pick from our two, 4-week sessions

Confidence soars and friendships grow strong over four weeks at Camp Voyageur. Our creative and energetic staff lead favorite activites like the CV’s Gong Show, the cardboard boat regatta, WELK radio show, and the CV Olympics (watch videos). Boys get in shape playing sports as they prepare for two, progressively longer trips into the BWCAW and Superior National Forest, hiking Isle Royale, sea kayaking the Apostle Islands and traversing Canada’s Quetico Provincial Park. A four week session affords campers time to sail, windsurf, kayak or water ski and learn about archery and Ultimate Frisbee. While some boys become Bushwackers and Big Men, others earn their name on a mess hall plaques by catching the biggest fish or swimming to nearby islands. Campers enjoy day fishing trips, touring the Soudan Iron Mines and visiting Ely’s International Wolf Center and the North American Bear Center.

2-Week Sessions

Short Sessions for First Time Campers

Voyageur offers two week intro sessions for new campers. These short sessions with limited space are easier to schedule. Two weeks give boys a taste of the fun and adventure of a summer at Voyageur. At base camp boys will enjoy a range of sports before “getting their feet wet” on a three-day Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) canoe trip. Contact us to answer your questions. Our hope is that you like camp so much, you want to stay for four weeks!

Girls Trips (10 Days)

Explore the Northwoods

In June Camp Voyageur offers canoe trips for girls ages 12-18. For novice or experienced campers, girls spend a few days in camp training for their trip and then head out for 7 days on the trail. While the Boundary Waters offer many canoe routes, older veterans may venture into the Quetico or hike Isle Royale National Park. Please contact us to ask Deb about the girls trip schedule.

Pay in Full Discount

Pay in full to SAVE $400 on our 8-week session, $200 on the 4-week sessions or $75 on a 2-week session. Girls trips save $65 by paying in full up front.

Scholarships

Thanks to a few alumni and friends who have given generously, outdoor educational scholarships make camp possible to more youth. Families can apply for Voyageur Foundation scholarships for financial assistance. Contact us to receive a scholarship application.

Refund Policy

A $1,000 deposit is required to save your spot for camp. The remaining tuition is due April 1, 2022 or can be paid in equal installments at the first of each month, beginning on November 1, with a final installment by April 1, 2022.

A full refund is available if a camper reservation is cancelled by April 1, 2022. Cancellations after April 2, 2022 are nonrefundable, or can be applied to the 2023 camp season. Unused camp tuition is nonrefundable and forfeited if not rolled over to the following year.

Tuition does not include travel to camp. Add a spending allowance of $150 per four week session or $75 for for shorter sessions onto the tuition total. We send final statements in early September. If there is a refund due, we send it with the final statement. Any remaining balances are due at that time.