Register for Camp Menogyn

5 days | Grades 7–11 | $835

Ready to experience the Boundary Waters for the first time? This five day adventure is a great introduction to canoe camping and the magic of Menogyn.

Campers will spend time at camp learning the basics of paddling, portaging, cooking outdoors, and setting up camp before heading out for three days and two nights in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Along the way, they will build confidence, explore beautiful lakes and forests, and discover the fun of traveling and camping together in the wilderness.

No previous canoeing experience is needed. Just bring a sense of adventure and a willingness to try something new!

Grades 7–8

• June 28–July 2 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• July 5–9 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• July 12–16 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• July 19–23 (Girls, Boys)*
• July 26–30 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• August 2–6 (Girls, Boys)*
• August 9–13 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• August 23–27 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)

Grades 9–11

• July 19–23 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• August 2–6 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• August 16–20 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)

*Single-gender options only, no combined all-gender group.

5–12 days | Grades 7–11

BOLD and GOLD trips bring together beginner and experienced canoeists for an unforgettable wilderness experience. These trail groups intentionally connect campers with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, creating a community where everyone has something to learn and something to contribute.

On trail, campers develop leadership skills through real challenges, shared responsibilities, and time spent navigating the wilderness together. Along the way, they build courage, confidence, emotional intelligence, and a deeper awareness of themselves, their community, and the natural world. Most importantly, campers leave with new friendships, a stronger sense of what they are capable of, and a lasting sense of wonder for the places they explored.

Tier I | Grades 7–10 | 5 days | $835

• June 28–July 2 (Boys & Girls options)
• July 19–23 (Girls)
• August 2–6 (Boys)

Tier II | Grades 8–11 | 12 days | $2,265

• July 5–July 16 (Boys & Girls options)
• August 9–20 (Boys & Girls options)

12–13 Days | Grades 8–11

An unforgettable wilderness adventure for teens of all experience levels. Whether it is your first time in a canoe or you are an experienced paddler, Menogyn guides will help you build your skills and take on new challenges as you spend eight or nine nights exploring the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

With more time on trail comes more time to paddle, portage, cook over a fire, explore remote lakes and campsites, and settle into the rhythm of wilderness travel. Along the way, campers gain confidence, challenge themselves, and build friendships that can last long after the trip is over. There is plenty of adventure, plenty of time to have fun, and plenty of opportunities to discover what you are capable of.

13 Day Trip | $2,450

• June 20–July 2 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)

12 Day Trips | $2,265

• June 28–July 9 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• July 5–16 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• July 12–23 (Girls, Boys)*
• July 26–August 6 (Girls, Boys)*
• August 2–13 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• August 9–20 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• August 16–27 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)

*Single-gender options only, no combined all-gender group.

12 days | Grades 8–11 | $2,265

Take your Menogyn experience further with an emphasis trip. These 12 day canoe trips combine the classic Menogyn wilderness experience with extra time to dive deeper into a skill or interest. Campers will spend time on trail exploring the Boundary Waters while learning from Menogyn guides and developing skills they can carry with them long after the trip.

Cooking

Learn to make delicious meals from scratch while living in the wilderness. Campers will explore camp cooking techniques, experiment with new recipes, and take on more responsibility for planning and preparing meals for the group. Cooking emphasis adds a creative and collaborative challenge to the classic canoe trip.

• July 26–August 6 (All-Gender)
• August 9–20 (All-Gender)

Fishing

Slow down, cast a line, and experience the Boundary Waters from a different perspective. Campers will learn fishing techniques, explore some of the best fishing spots in the wilderness, and gain experience reading the lakes and conditions around them. Whether you are an experienced angler or have never held a fishing rod, there is always something new to learn.

• June 28–July 9 (All-Gender)

Paddle Building

Start with a piece of wood and finish with a paddle that is uniquely yours. Campers will design, carve, shape, and finish their own wooden paddle, learning traditional craftsmanship and discovering the satisfaction of making something by hand. Then comes the best part: take your paddle out on trail and use it to explore the Boundary Waters. From workshop to wilderness, this is an opportunity to create something lasting and put it to the test on the lakes.

• July 12–23 (Girls)
• July 12–23 (Boys)

19-20 days | Grades 10–12

PREVIOUS WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

Take your canoeing skills to the next level on an extended wilderness expedition in Ontario. Campers will paddle and portage through remote lakes and rivers while building the skills, confidence, and teamwork needed for longer and more challenging canoe trips.

With nearly three weeks in the wilderness, campers will have the opportunity to deepen their expedition skills, take on greater responsibility, and experience the rewards of traveling through the backcountry as a team. Depending on conditions and trip goals, groups may explore wilderness areas such as Quetico Provincial Park, Woodland Caribou Provincial Park, or Algonquin Provincial Park.

Campers must bring a valid passport or passport card.

20 Day Trip | $4,000

• June 20–July 9 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)

19 Day Trips | $3,800

• July 12–30 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)
• August 2–20 (Girls, Boys, All Gender)

32 days | Grades 11-12 | $7,100

BY INVITATION ONLY- Questions regarding eligibility? Contact Summer Program Director, Kelly Lewis at kelly.lewis@ymcanorth.org

Menogyn’s Nor’wester Canoe is an extended wilderness canoe expedition designed for campers ready to take on a bigger challenge. Over 32 days, campers canoe and portage down rivers running through remote the remote wilderness in Canada.

With weeks on trail, campers develop advanced expedition skills, take on greater responsibility, and experience the unique rhythm of living and traveling together in the wilderness. Groups may explore Wabakimi Provincial Park, Woodland Caribou Provincial Park, or Atikaki Provincial Park in Ontario and Manitoba. Trip locations may vary based on conditions and group goals.

• June 28–July 29 (Girls, Boys, and All Gender options available based on enrollment)
• July 12–August 12 (Girls, Boys, and All Gender options available based on enrollment)

50 days | Grade 12 | $13,400

BY INVITATION ONLY- Questions regarding eligibility? Contact Summer Program Director, Kelly Lewis at kelly.lewis@ymcanorth.org

Arctic Canoe is Menogyn’s longest and most remote canoe expedition. Over 50 days, campers spend over 40 days on trail, paddling remote Arctic rivers and traveling through vast, undeveloped landscapes in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

Campers travel from Winnipeg to Yellowknife before boarding a float plane to a remote location where they begin their journey. From there, they paddle rivers, navigate whitewater, and develop advanced canoeing and expedition skills while traveling far from roads, towns, and other people. Recent expeditions have paddled the Thelon and the Coppermine with routes selected based on conditions and group expedition goals.

• June 20–August 8 (Girls, Boys, and All Gender options available based on enrollment)

5–6 Days | Grades 7–8

Ready to try backpacking for the first time? This adventure is a great way for campers to discover the excitement of traveling through the wilderness on foot. Campers will spend time at Menogyn preparing for their trip, learning how to pack, navigate, set up camp, cook outdoors, and carry the gear they need for life on trail.

Then it is time to head out on the Border Route Trail, a rugged trail that follows the edge of the United States and Canada through the beautiful Boundary Waters region. Campers will hike through forests and along lakes, carry their packs, sleep in tents, and work together to make each day on trail a success. Along the way, they will build confidence, learn new skills, and experience the satisfaction of completing their first wilderness journey.

No previous backpacking experience is needed. Just bring a sense of adventure and a willingness to give it a try!

6 Days | $1,000

• June 20–25 (Girls, Boys)

5 Days | $835

• July 26–30 (Girls, All Gender)
• August 9–13 (Boys, All Gender)
• August 23–27 (Girls, Boys)

12–13 Days | Grades 8–10

Take your backpacking skills to the mountains. Campers will travel west to the Black Elk Wilderness and spend five or six days backpacking through spectacular mountain terrain, with elevations reaching up to 7,000 feet.

Before heading into the mountains, campers will prepare at Menogyn and develop essential backpacking skills including mountain navigation, route finding, campcraft, and Leave No Trace practices. On trail, they will take on new challenges, travel through varied terrain, and experience the rewards of exploring a mountain wilderness together.

Travel destinations may change if conditions make an area inaccessible.

13 Days | $2,750

• June 20–July 2 (Girls, Boys)

12 Days | $2,485

• July 12–23 (Girls, All Gender)

12 days | Grades 9–11 | $2,485

Travel deep into the wilderness of Isle Royale National Park for an extended backpacking adventure. After a 90 minute ferry ride from Grand Portage, campers spend nine days hiking established trails across this remote island in Gitchi Gami, also known as Lake Superior.

Campers may spot moose along the shoreline, catch a glimpse of a wolf, or discover other signs of wildlife as they travel through the island’s forests, ridges, and lakeshores. With rugged terrain, long days on trail, and the excitement of exploring a remote island, campers will build their backpacking skills while experiencing the landscapes and wildlife that make Isle Royale so special. Previous backpacking experience required. Questions regarding eligibility? Contact Summer Program Director, Kelly Lewis at kelly.lewis@ymcanorth.org.

• July 5–16 (Girls, Boys)
• July 26–August 6 (Girls, Boys)
• August 9–20 (Girls, Boys)

19 days | Grades 10–12 | $4,330

PREVIOUS WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED

Take on a longer and more challenging mountain backpacking expedition in Yellowstone National Park. Campers will spend 11 days on trail traveling through spectacular alpine and mountain terrain, with elevations reaching up to 11,000 feet.

Campers will build advanced backpacking skills including mountain navigation, route finding, backcountry camping, and Leave No Trace practices while adapting to the challenges of higher elevation and changing mountain conditions. With long days on trail and rugged terrain, this trip offers experienced backpackers the chance to explore a remarkable mountain wilderness while taking on greater responsibility within their group.

Travel destinations may change if conditions make an area inaccessible.

Previous backpacking experience required. Questions regarding eligibility? Contact Summer Program Director, Kelly Lewis at kelly.lewis@ymcanorth.org. 

• July 5–23 (Girls, Boys)
• July 26–August 13 (Girls, Boys)