Register for BOLD & GOLD
Summer 2026
We are updating our website to reflect 2026 offerings as we’re able. If you do not see 2026 information for a specific camp location, please check back later.
2026 camp offerings are subject to change.
BOLD GOLD - Tier 1
5 days | Grades 7–10 | $820
BOLD GOLD trips are ideal for beginners and experienced canoers alike. BOLD GOLD trail groups intentionally bring together campers from many different backgrounds to explore leadership, focusing on building courage, emotional intelligence, confidence, community awareness, and a sense of wonder for the natural environment.
- June 22–26
- August 24–28
BOLD GOLD - Tier 2
12 days | Grades 8–12 | $2,190
BOLD GOLD trips are ideal for beginners and experienced canoers alike. BOLD GOLD trail groups intentionally bring together campers from many different backgrounds to explore leadership, focusing on building courage, emotional intelligence, confidence, community awareness, and a sense of wonder for the natural environment.
- June 29–July 10
- August 3–14
BOLD GOLD - Tier 2 – Canoe and Climb
12 days | Ages 13–16 | $2,010
BOLD GOLD Tier 2 canoe and climb campers will spend four days, three nights on the St. Croix River canoeing and camping. They will also spend a day natural climbing at MN Interstate State Park. They will spend the remainder of their time at camp doing traditional camp, leadership development, and high ropes activities on our challenge courses.
- June 28–July 9
- July 26–August 6
BOLD GOLD - Tier 2
9 days | Grades 8–10 | $1,640
Tier Two trail groups of four to six campers and two counselors will travel into the BWCAW for 9–12 days. BOLD GOLD trail groups intentionally bring together campers from many different backgrounds to explore leadership, focusing on building courage, emotional intelligence, confidence, community awareness, and a sense of wonder for the natural environment.
- June 11–19
BOLD GOLD - Tier 2
12 days | Grades 8–10 | $2,165
Tier Two trail groups of four to six campers and two counselors will travel into the BWCAW for 9–12 days. BOLD GOLD trail groups intentionally bring together campers from many different backgrounds to explore leadership, focusing on building courage, emotional intelligence, confidence, community awareness, and a sense of wonder for the natural environment.
- August 10–21
BOLD GOLD - Tier 3
19 days | Grades 10–12 | $3,640
Tier three trail groups of four to six campers and two counselors will travel into the BWCAW for 19 days. BOLD GOLD trail groups intentionally bring together campers from many different backgrounds to explore leadership with a focus on building courage, emotional intelligence, confidence, community awareness, and a sense of wonder for the natural environment.
- July 13–31
BOLD GOLD Camping - Tier 1
5 days (1 Overnight) | Grades 5–7
In addition to their time at day camp, campers will spend two days, one night, camping at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park. Leading up to their trail experience, campers will participate in activities designed to develop leadership and outdoor skills. (Overnight is tentatively Wednesday night.)
Email us with any questions regarding the BOLD GOLD programs.
BOLD GOLD Canoeing - Tier 1
5 days (1 Overnight) | Grades 5–7
In addition to their time at day camp, canoers will spend two days, one night, camping at Sakatah Lake State Park and canoeing on the Canon River. Leading up to their trail experience, campers will participate in activities designed to develop leadership and outdoor skills. (Overnight is tentatively Wednesday night.)
Email us with any questions regarding the BOLD GOLD programs.
Transportation to and from camp varies by site. Camp Widjiwagan and Camp Menogyn offer bussing at an additional cost. Families attending Camp St. Croix must provide their transportation.
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