Camp it UP Now’s the time to secure your spot

The Northland offers a wide range of camping experiences for children all summer long. Here’s a sampling of what’s out there. Sign-ups often start in the spring, so don’t delay to secure a spot. Many organizations offer reduced rates for members, so now might be a time to consider joining. Visit each organization’s website or call for more details. — MDT

Animal Allies animalallies.net

(218) 722-5341 education@animalallies.net

4006 Airport Road, Duluth

Does your child love animals and want to learn how to help care for shelter pets? Learn how to train dogs, or just snuggle kittens. Groups split by age and experience for age-appropriate projects. Art, service projects, direct animal care, games, reading with animals, photography and more. Ages 7-13. $110-$175 per week.

Boy Scouts vac-bsa.org

(218) 729-5811

Office: 3877 Stebner Road, Hermantown

Knight-themed activities include flaming marshmallow torches, catapult contest, foaming dragons, shield and sword design, archery range and more. Grades 1-5. $55 two-days, $110 four days. Location varies throughout the Northland over the summer. If not a scout, can join when you register.

Duluth Art Institute duluthartinstitute.org

(218) 723-1310 avarsek@duluthartinstitute.org

2229 W. Second St. and 506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

Week-long camps explore art from all angles and abilities, encouraging campers to create work unique to themselves. Camps include painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, multimedia, fiber arts and more. All sessions are taught by Minnesota-licensed art teachers. Ages 7-17. Full day and half-day. $90-$275.

Duluth Playhouse duluthplayhouse.org

(218) 733-7555 phoffice@duluthplayhouse.org

506 W. Michigan St., Duluth

The education program focuses on teaching performing arts skills including acting, dance, singing and theater tech. Develop lifelong skills in teamwork, public speaking and confidence. Classes offer an array of creative, fun and challenging opportunities to explore the power of performance. Class offered for children with

Ages 5-18. $115-$185 per week. Month-long intensive program runs in the summer; audition required. Full day and half-day.

Dungeon’s End dungeonsend.com

(218) 624-4121 dungeonsend@gmail.com

325 N. Central Ave., Duluth

Gaming camps include learning to play “Magic:The Gathering,” “Warhammer 40,000” and “Pokemon.” Campers will receive cards needed for the game. Staff will facilitate the gaming. Some age requirements. Full day and half-day. $75-$200 includes materials.

Girl Scouts girlscoutslp.org

(218) 726-4710

Office: 424 W. Superior St., Ste G3, Duluth Girls Scouts offers resident, day, family and troop camps. Get outdoors and explore one of four locations. In addition to having a summer full of trying new things and meeting great friends, campers discover teamwork, leadership and confidence skills. Grades 1-12. If not a scout, can join when you register.

Great Lakes Aquarium glaquarium.org

(218) 740-3474 info@glaquarium

353 Harbor Drive, Duluth

The Great Lakes Aquarium sits within sight of the biggest freshwater lake in the world! Explore history and animal care, interact with wildlife at aquarium, and pick up some STEM skills. There’s even a SCUBA diving class! Ages 6-14. $175-$255 per week. Camps run 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Early drop-off available for a fee.

K.E.Y. Zone, ISD 709 duluthymca.org

(218) 336-8900

K.E.Y. Zone is a collaborative program of the Duluth Y and ISD 709 Community Education. The locations of these programs are at all nine Duluth public elementary schools, which provides services for grades K-5 year-round, including summer and school breaks. Schedule includes snack, physical recreation, braintime activities, clubs and choice time. Off-site field trips. Students need not attend Duluth public schools. $39 per full day. Extended care available for a fee.

Lake Superior Zoo lszooduluth.org

(218) 730-4500 info@lszoo.org

7210 Fremont St., Duluth

Toddler program available for parents to attend alongside. Each camp features animal encounters, hands-on activities, crafts and games that focus on inspiring children to care about wildlife, conservation and the natural world. Teenagers can join the Zoo Crew and gain real-world knowledge about caring for animals and visitors. Ages 4-17. Offers camp for children 8-11 with autism. $15-$175. Single class, half-day, full-day.

Many Rivers Montessori manyriversmontessori.org

(218) 464-5570 info@manyriversmontessori.org

916 E. 3rd. St., Duluth

Enrollment in the four-week elementary summer program is open to all children, regardless of where they attend school. Younger ages must be MRM students. Explore arts, games, scavenger hunts, science, cooking and more. Programs are guided by Montessori learning principles that respect the natural development and interests of children. Choice, freedom and responsibility within a caring community characterize the summer program. $110-$225 per week. Full-day and half-day programs. Early drop-off and pickup available for extra fee. Toddlers must be in the full nine-week program.

Marshall School marshallschool.org

(218) 727-7266 summer@marshallschool.org

1215 Rice Lake Road, Duluth

The mission of Marshall School is to educate students to become global citizens who demonstrate strong academics, respect and integrity — and the learning continues all summer. At Train Your Brain camps, create inventions, build a glider and tinker with technology. Become an archaeologist or experience off-road biking. Choose one camp or many. For students entering grades 3-8 from any school. $140-$240 per week. Fullday and half-day camps. Extended care available for a fee.

On the Rocks Art Studio & Gallery ontherocksart.com

(218) 390-2621 info@ontherocksart.com

307 Canal Park Dr., Duluth

Enjoy the scenery and beauty of Canal Park and waterfront. Campers will paint a daily 16×20 acrylic artwork focusing on the theme of Lake Superior and northern Minnesota. Campers also work with soft pastels, markers, drawing pencils and glaze a ceramic bowl. Art reception at the end of the week. Daily schedule includes snack and outdoor break time. Ages 8-16. All day, $400 per week (register by May 1). $450 per week after that. Themed day camps $75 per day, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Limited to 15 campers.

Positive Energy Outdoors outdooredventures.org

(218) 391-0147

4757 Datka Rd, Duluth

Programs emphasize teamwork, healthy risk-taking, positive communication and creating learning opportunities that can lead to a lifetime of active adventures. Develop interpersonal skills and life skills while participating in a range of fun activities. Programs include horse riding, rock climbing, kayaking, paddle boarding and more. Day camps, teen programs, field trips and family adventure tours. Grades PreK-12. $265-$450.

University of Minnesota Duluth d.umn.edu

(218) 726-7128 rsop@d.umn.edu

1216 Ordean Court, Duluth

UMD Kidsrock classic camp experiences include exciting activities such as climbing, biking, bowling and canoeing. Talent show, nature adventures and art. Non-competitive team sports and puzzle games.

$135-$210 per week. Ages 5-15. Extended care available for a fee.

University of Wisconsin-Superior uwsuper.edu

(715) 395-4651 jmeyer49@uwsuper.edu

Marcovich Wellness Center, 1810 Catlin Ave., Superior Campers in the Little Yellowjackets program visit the planetarium, explore Pattison State Park and beat the summer heat during water fun week. Sessions include games, discovery, exercise and field trips. Educational camps emphasize core values of teamwork, communication, sportsmanship and fun. Threeto five-day camps. Grades K-6. $150 per session. Extended care available for a fee.

Vintage Sports Camps duluthheritage.com

(218) 393-1837 ds@vintagesportcamp.com

120 N. 30th Ave W., Duluth

Enjoy active days at the Duluth Heritage Sports Center. Camps include baseball, softball, fishing, archery, rock climbing, soccer, ice time, karate and more. $199 per week. All day. Flexible drop-off time. Extended care available with the Boys & Girls Club.

Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center wolf-ridge.org

(218) 353-7414 mail@wolf-ridge.org

6282 Cranberry Road, Finland

Have a wild time learning about animal survival, tracking, nutrition, farming, wilderness survival and more. Campers are encouraged to discover and explore the natural world, meet personal challenges, build outdoor skills and express their individuality. Grades K-12. Overnight, all-day camps, multi- week wilderness trips. $190$2,050.

YMCA Day Camp Kitchigami duluthymca.org

(218) 722-4745

302 W. First St., Duluth

Day Camp Kitchigami is a summer day program owned and operated by the Duluth Area Family YMCA. Programs designed to develop self-esteem, lifelong skills, acceptance of all people and an appreciation for the environment. Takes place at Chester Bowl Park, surrounded by towering pines, a creek perfect for exploring and a large field for games. Ages 4-12. Half-day and full-day programs. $85-$195 per week. Extended care available for a fee.

YMCA Camp Miller ymcacampmiller.org

(218) 372-3188 campmiller@duluthymca.org

89382 E. Frontage Road, Sturgeon Lake

Established in 1898, Camp Miller offers age-progressive groupings for children to learn and experience traditional camp activities at the skill level of their peers. Specialty camps allow for older campers to expand their skills in a specific area, such as horseback riding, art, canoeing, rock climbing, archery and boating. Ages 7-16. Overnight camps, $360-$625 per week.