Register for Camp Icaghowan
Eligibility
As you get ready for registration, please make sure your child meets our Participant Requirements.
Registration
Registration for 2026 Overnight Camp will open on Wednesday, November 12 at 7:00 a.m. (CST).
Our 2026 Camp options are listed below. Camp offerings are subject to change. Unless noted otherwise, each timeframe has options for boys and girls.
Assistance
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Summer Sampler
3 days | Ages 7–9 | $585
Get a taste of camp! Come enjoy 3 fun-filled days of exploring many different activities in camp. Learn new songs, meet new friends, and have a great introduction to adventure through camp activities. NOTE – Bus transportation is only available on Sundays. Pick up on Tuesdays is at camp only.
- June 14–16 (Girls)
- June 21–23 (Boys)
- June 28–30 (Girls)
- July 5–7 (Boys)
- July 12–14 (Girls)
- July 19–21 (Boys)
- July 26–28 (Girls)
- August 2–4 (Boys)
Traditional (One Week)
5 days | Ages 8–13 | $950
Traditional camp offers a wide range of activities for campers to choose from. Campers will sign up for 2-3 activities to partake in each day. In addition, they will get to play all-camp games, have campfires, create skits, enjoy an overnight camping experience, and so much more! Campers will select from activities like climbing, boating, swimming, arts & crafts, target sports, nature, and more! In addition to their selected activities, campers will participate in activities with their cabin groups to build relationships, teamwork, and community. All traditional campers stay in camper cabins with campers near their same age. Campers will also get to experience Special Day – a themed afternoon of special activities during their session. Finally, traditional campers get to learn all about our five core values of the Y of the North, Caring, Honesty, Equity, Respect and Responsibility.
- June 14–18
- June 21–25
- June 28–July 2
- July 5–9
- July 12–16
- July 19–23
- July 26–30
- August 2–6
- August 9–13
Traditional (Two Week)
12 days | Ages 11–13 | $2,100
Much like our 1-week session, this 2-week program offers campers the chance to select from a ton of activities. Half-way through the session they get to sign up for new activities giving them the opportunity to try many things. Over the weekend (Friday - Sunday), they will go on a 2-night camping adventure at one of our nearby State Parks where they will learn more about outdoor cooking, camping skills and etiquette, and adventure.
- June 14–25 (Boys)
- June 21–July 2 (Girls)
- July 12–23 (Girls)
- July 19–30 (Boys)
Traditional (Mini Session)
4 days | Ages 7–12 | $750
Our mini-session is for all campers who want to enjoy a shorter camp experience. Our mini-session includes swimming, arts and crafts, boating, climbing, target sports and more! Campers will enjoy campfires and songs, play games, and get to experience a little of everything at camp.
- August 16–19
Teen Focus
Teen Extreme
5 days | Ages 12–14 | $1,200
This program is a great way to experience more adventure! Campers in this program use camp as a base camp. They go on day and overnight excursions where they canoe, kayak on Lake Superior, camp, climb, hike, and more! They get a taste of many aspects of adventure in this action-packed week. Note; Our Teen Extreme campers sleep in our Sunset Yurt (on bunkbeds), a fun "outpost" style lodging.
- June 14–18 (Girls)
- June 21–25 (Boys)
- June 28–July 2 (Girls)
- July 5–9 (Boys)
- July 12–16 (Girls)
- July 19–23 (Boys)
- July 26–30 (Girls)
- August 2–6 (Boys)
Teen Adventure & Leadership Camp
12 days | Ages 13–15 | $2,200
Our TA&LC program is packed with fun camp activities and excursions. These campers will step into the Icaghowan leadership progression with an intro to service learning and community building. They will spend five days/four nights on a river canoe trip, and throughout their two weeks do a range of super fun activities like climbing, specialized games and challenges, all while building communication and team building skills!
- June 14–25 (Boys)
- June 21–July 2 (Girls)
- July 5–16 (Boys)
- July 12–23 (Girls)
- July 26–August 6 (Boys)
- August 2–13 (Girls)
Intro Teen River Canoeing
5 days | Ages 12–14 | $1,050
This new-to-Icaghowan program gives campers the chance to experience an introductory river canoe trip! The group will stay in one of our platform tents on night one at camp, then depart on day two for a three day/two night river canoe trip. Upon return they will spend their final night in a platform tent at camp. They will learn introductory river canoeing and tripping skills, as well as safety protocols before departure. During their trip, they will enjoy building those skills and community on trail.
- June 14–18 (Boys)
- June 21–25 (Girls)
Horse Camp
Foals
5 days | Ages 8–10 | $1,200
For most of our Foals, camp is their first exposure to horseback riding. They will be assigned a horse for the week allowing them to build a bond with their horse. Foals spend half the day each day learning about horses, riding styles, grooming, and care. They spend the remainder of their days participating in the traditional camp schedule, including activities and evening programming. They also experience the camping overnight during their stay!
- June 21–25 (Boys/Girls)
- June 28–July 2 (Boys/Girls)
- July 12–16 (Girls)
- July 19–23 (Boys/Girls)
- July 26–30 (Girls)
- August 2–6 (Girls)
- August 9–13 (Girls)
Ponies
5 days | Ages 10–12 | $1,200
Pony campers are assigned a horse of their own for the entire week of camp. They are typically intermediate riders with some experience in horseback riding, although that is not required. They spend half of our day with the horses learning more in depth riding skills, grooming, care, feeding, and maintenance of the horse barn, arena, and pasture. They spend the remainder of the day participating in the traditional camp schedule including activities and evening programming. They also experience the camping overnight during their stay!
- June 14–18 (Girls)
- June 28–July 2 (Boys/Girls)
- July 5–9 (Girls)
- July 19–23 (Boys/Girls)
- July 26–30 (Girls)
- August 2–6 (Girls)
- August 9–13 (Girls)
Fillies
12 days | Ages 12–14 | $2,200
Fillies take their horsemanship skills to the next level by caring for, training, and riding horses each day. They spend half of the day each session with their horse learning more advanced skills. Fillies must have participated in Ponies and Foals, or comparable program as this is not a beginner experience. During the weekend (Thursday - Sunday), Fillies go to our partnered ranch for a 4-day ranch camping and riding experience!
- June 14–25 (Girls)
- July 5–16 (Girls)
Canoe and Kayak Trips
Wayfinder
12 days | Ages 14–16 | $2,150
Wayfinder is a combined gender canoe trip. Campers experience the challenge of navigating river waters and living outdoors in this program. This program begins with a day of in-camp skill and safety training, trip preparation, and packing. They leave on day 2 for 10 days of canoeing on the river covering 100-175 miles.
- June 21–July 2 (Combined)
- August 2–13 (Combined)
Pioneer and Challenger
12 days | Ages 14–16 | $2,150
Campers experience the challenge of navigating river waters and living outdoors in this program. This program begins with 1 day of in-camp skill and safety training, trip preparation, and packing. They leave on day 2 for 10 days of canoeing on the river covering 100-175 miles.
Challenger (Girls)
- July 5–16
- July 19–30
Pioneer (Boys)
- July 5–16
- July 19–30
Islanders
12 days | Ages 15–17 | $3,200
Islanders is a great opportunity for campers to experience a different kind of adventure. Campers expand on their wilderness skills by participating in a 7-day sea kayaking trip in the Apostle Islands. In this combined gender experience, campers arrive to camp, practice and learn kayaking, camping, and wilderness skills before embarking on this adventure. We partner for this trip with Lost Creek Outfitters who provide experienced guides, in addition to our trained staff.
- July 12–23
Teen Leadership Programs
Work Leadership Camper
19 days | Ages 15–16 | $2,550
The WLC program is designed to provide youth with a service learning program focused on developing their personal leadership style and character. Week one is focused on service learning and leadership. Campers work together to complete a service project in partnership with our Property Manager. The second week, campers help plan and participate in a 9-day/8-night river canoe trip where they learn leadership on trail. The 3rd week of this program is focused on leading activities and leading others. Campers will shadow activities and progressives with a seasoned camp counselor and begin to learn about how to lead others.
- June 14–July 2
- July 5–23
- July 26–August 13
Counselor In Training (CIT)
18-19 days | Age 16
Our 3-week CIT program is designed to help prepare campers to move into the next level – being on staff. CITs includes training on working with campers, how to lead activities and progressives, child development, problem solving, conflict resolution, and more. The first week of this program is spent learning a ton about what working with youth is all about. The next 2 weeks are spent learning how to be a counselor by shadowing a cabin. CITs will live in the cabin with the group and practice leading. In most cases, CITs will have one week with a younger cabin and one week with an older cabin. NOTE: CITs will go home during the weekends in between sessions. This program also includes certification in First Aid and CPR
- June 21–July 9 (Combined | 19 Days) - $2,350
- August 2–19 (Combined | 18 Days) - $2,190
Additional information and application packet will become available soon.
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