Overnight Camp
Founded in 1903, Camp Cormorant is one of the oldest overnight camps in the nation, and has been a tremendous growing up experience for kids and teens ever since. Camp is nestled on 80 acres of wooded property with an extensive beach front on Big Cormorant Lake, in the heart of Minnesota lakes country. Camp Cormorant offers a quality environment with cozy cabins, athletic fields, horse trails, full meal service, and much more to provide a safe, creative, and fun camp experience.
CAMP DESCRIPTION
2025 SESSION DATES
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Family Camp
Session 7
Session 8*
June 8 - 13
June 15 - 20
July 6 - 11
July 13 - 18
July 20 - 25
July 27 - Aug 1
Aug 1 - 3
Aug 3 - 8
Aug 10 - 13
*Mini session/Adventure Camp Only & No Horses
Adventure Explore a variety of traditional camp activities - like horseback riding, ropes course, archery, crafts, swimming, kayaking, campfires, and more!
Art Explore art techniques like pottery, drawing, painting, screen printing, and more. 20 campers/session.
Fishing Learn about baiting, hooking, seining for minnows, and other techniques as we pursue fish in Big Cormorant Lake! Camp provides supplies/ equipment or bring your own. 8 campers/session.
Horsemanship Learn basic riding techniques, horsemanship skills, proper care/grooming of horses and more as we explore camp’s extensive riding trails! 10 campers/session.
Photography Learn digital photography basics - like composition, portrait/landscape photography, aperture, and more - in the beautiful environment of camp! Camp provides supplies/ equipment, or bring your own! 4 campers/session.
Ropes Course Campers will complete the high and low ropes challenge courses, climb the wall, ride the zip line, and learn proper safety techniques. 12 campers/session.
Water Ski Spend time on the lake learning water skiing skills, like getting up on two skis, one ski, wake boards, and knee boards. 6 campers/session. Only offered sessions 3 - 7.
Wilderness Learn all about outdoor and wilderness skills - including hiking, archery, camping in the woods, outdoor cooking, and more! 20 campers/session.
Family Camp Unplug and spend time together at camp! Includes meals, kayaking, horseback riding, campfires, swimming, and more. Limited to 11 families.
BONUS ACTIVITIES
In addition to activities unique to each camp, we’ll have tons of fun with traditional summer camp activities, including:
• Kayaking, & Paddle Boarding
• Swimming & Time on the Beach
• Water Trampoline & Iceberg
• Boat Rides & Red Shark Rides
• Games, Sports, & Archery
AGES PRICES
7 - 14 Members: $495 Non-members: $565
7 - 14 Members: $510 Non-members: $580
9 - 14 Members: $510 Non-members: $580
10 - 14 Members: $595 Non-members: $665
10 - 14
Members: $530 Non-members: $600
10 - 14 Members: $545 Non-members: $615
11 - 14 Members: $545 Non-members: $615
7 - 14 Members: $510 Non-members: $580
All ages welcome! Members: $425 Non-members: $520
• Arts & Crafts
• Campfires & S’mores
• Horse Lead-Arounds
• Giant Swing
• And More!
Day Camp
AGES 6 - 12 | MONDAY - FRIDAY
Day Camps at Cormorant provide a fun experience for kids who want the adventure of Camp Cormorant, while still going home with their family each evening. Not quite ready for overnight camp? This is a great first step! Lunch and snack are included each day.
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
• Kayaking and Paddle Boarding
• Swimming and Boat Rides
• Horse Lead-Arounds
• Nature Walks/Hikes
PRICES:
• Arts and Crafts
• Games and Sports
• Climbing Wall (ages 10-12)
• Archery
• And More!
Members: $215 | Non-Members: $265
2025 SESSION DATES
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Session 6
Session 7
Session 8
June 9 - 13
June 16 - 20
July 7 - 11
July 14 - 18
July 21 - 25
July 28 - Aug 1
Aug 4 - 8
Aug 11 - 13
HOURS Mon - Thurs Fri
Camp 9 am - 4 pm 9 am - 2 pm
Camper Pickup 4 pm 2 pm
No transportation is provided.
Camp Jobs
WORK AT CAMP CORMORANT!
Looking for a fun summer job? Work at Camp Cormorant! Many positions are available each summer for ages 16 and up – including cabin counselors, cooks, custodial/ maintenance staff, activity instructors, ropes course staff, wranglers, and more! When you work at camp you will make a difference in children’s lives, enjoy spending time in nature, develop leadership skills, and make lifelong friends!
COUNSELORS-IN-TRAINING & JUNIOR COUNSELORS
Camp Cormorant offers Counselor-in-Training (CIT) opportunities for teens ages 15+ who are interested in becoming a counselor. Youth ages 16+ who have already gone through the CIT program may apply to become Junior Counselors. To apply for a job, go to: ymcanorthernsky.org/jobs
Camp Rentals
Camp Cormorant is the perfect getaway location to rent for family reunions, business meetings and retreats, weddings, or just a weekend away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Rentals are available for camp grounds, facilities and/or our camp Welcome Center. Both summer rentals (June - Sept) and off-season (Oct - May) rentals available. Learn more about our amenities, available dates, and pricing online: ymcanorthernsky.org/rentals
Registration and
REGISTER ONLINE
Get a camper registered at ymcanorthernsky.org/camp
REGISTER IN PERSON OR BY PHONE
Stop into the YMCA of the Northern Sky locations in Fargo or Fergus Falls - our team would love to help you register! Call 701.293.9622 to register by phone.
MORE INFO
Once registered, you may receive a follow-up packet by mail and/or e-mail with additional forms, remaining balance, etc.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Through our annual campaign and community donations, income-based financial assistance is available. To learn more or apply, contact: Dee Jones.
FIND US ONLINE
QUESTIONS? Please contact Kelly Billings, Camp Director, at billings@ymcanorthernsky.org or 218.359.2340. Or Dee Jones, Camp Registrar, at jones@ymcanorthernsky.org or 701.364.4130.