First Time Camper? Check this out: A Beginner’s Guide to Camp Foley

Mar 19, 2019 | New Campers

A Beginner’s Guide to Camp Foley Welcome to Foley! As two long time campers (with a combined 10 years at Foley), we know that coming to camp for the first time can be pretty intimidating. So from some formerly terrified first year campers to another, here’s a guide to...

Self-Directed Play at Camp Foley: Adventure Playgrounds!

Mar 7, 2019 | Parents, Youth Development

We know that play and structure are two aspects of childhood that are important for the growth and development of youth. With that being said, studies are also beginning to emerge that too much structure and control in a child’s activities can hinder...

Thinking About Summer Plans? We Know We Are!

Feb 28, 2019 | Campers, Parents

Our mission here at Foley is, ‘We partner with parents to drive campers to grow, gain grit, investigate, and build independence.’ But what does that truly mean for me (the parent)? As parents, you are probably starting to get to the end of your summer...

Maintaining Whitefish — Don’t Let Invasive Species In!

Feb 21, 2019 | Nature

Let’s get deep for a second. Let’s talk about one of the most incredible aspects of Camp Foley. Let’s put aside the friendships and the skills learned over summer for just a minute. We’re going to discuss how fortunate we are to be located on...

We’re Sharing Our Favorite Camp Meals

Feb 14, 2019 | Alumni, Campers

Our Favorite Camp Meals Winter may be starting to feel a little long, cold, and snowy. What would be better than a little taste of Minnesota? (We promise we don’t mean snow!) We mean TTHD (Tater Tot Hot Dish), Soda Bread, Skillet Brownies – all of our camp...