Camp Northern Lights Specialty Programs
Resource Families - Camp Northern Lights
Seasoned family campers can apply to be a Resource Family. Resource Families support campers throughout the week by leading activities such as Big & Little Dippers and leading an Adult Group activity each day.
Cost & Accommodations
- Being a Resource Family costs $300.
- Resource Families stay in Alder, a full-facility cabin in North Point Village.
Applications
- Applications open October 13, 2023, and are due Friday, November 24, 2023.
- Applicants will be informed by Friday, December 1, 2023.
Applications for 2024 are now closed.
2024 Resource Family Session Dates
- Session 1: June 9–15
- Session 2: June 16–22
- Session 3: June 23–29 *.S.T.E.P.S. Session
- Session 4: June 30–July 6
- Session 5 & 6: July 7–13 *Split Session
- Session 7: July 14–20
- Session 8: July 21–27 *S.T.E.P.S. Session
- Session 9: July 28–Aug 3
- Session 10: Aug 4–10 *S.T.E.P.S. Session
- Session 11: Aug 11–17
- Session 12: Aug 18–24
- Session 13: Aug 25–28 *Sunday - Wednesday
- Session 14: Aug 30–Sep 2 *Labor Day Weekend
Leadership Development Program - Camp Northern Lights
Teens who have finished 9th grade, through teens that have finished 12th grade will learn about leadership through training and helping camp counselors facilitate programs. Applications open on October 18, 2023 and are due Friday, November 24, 2023. Through a tiered pricing payment model, participants can select a price-point between $200-$1600, with additional scholarship support available. The intention of the tiered pricing model is to provide an accessible range of costs. Folks that select a tier with a higher price point help support the cost for those that attend at a lower cost. LDP Session offers will be sent by Friday, December 8, 2023.
2024 Session Dates
- Session 1: June 9 - 23
- Session 2: June 23 – July 7
- Session 3: July 7 - 21
- Session 4: July 21 – August 4
- Session 5: August 4 - 18
Applications for 2024 are now closed.
Registration Process & Tiered Pricing
With a continued focus on equity, we are excited to bring back a tiered pricing system for 2024 Leadership Development Program registration.
The registration tier you select will directly support the continued operation of this program. There are a range of pricing levels intended to support each family’s financial situation. This means you can choose from a range of tiers and opt in to pay the amount that suits your family best.
- Tier 1 – $1600
- Tier 2 – $1200
- Tier 3 – $800
- Tier 4 – $400
- Tier 5 – $200
Tentative Transportation Schedule
Sunday going to camp:
- Participants should arrive at the White Bear Lake YMCA (2100 Orchard Ln, White Bear Lake, MN 55110) no later than 7:45 a.m.
- The bus will depart White Bear Lake at 8:00 a.m. and they will arrive at camp between 12:0 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
*There is a $40 transportation fee to ride the bus to/from camp.
Sunday leaving camp:
The participants will depart after lunch, this is generally around 1:00 - 1:30 p.m. The bus will arrive back at the White Bear Lake YMCA at approximately 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.