Register for Camp Icaghowan

5 days | Ages 8–13

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.

12 days | Ages 11–13

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.

5 days | Ages 8–10

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!

5 days | Ages 10–12

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!

12 days | Ages 12–14

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!

5 days | Ages 12–14

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.

5 days | Ages 12–14

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.

12 days | Ages 13–15

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!

19 days | Ages 15–16

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.

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.

Please check back for 2027 information and application.