5 Animals You’ll Find in the Lake at Camp Foley

Apr 3, 2025 | Nature

One of the best parts of Camp Foley is our beautiful waterfront on Lower Whitefish Lake in Pine River, Minnesota. Whether you’re swimming, canoeing, or fishing off the dock, the lake is full of amazing wildlife that makes summer at camp even more special. Here are...

101 Reasons to Love Camp Foley’s 101st Summer!

Mar 20, 2025 | Campers, Youth Development

  Camp Foley is gearing up for its 101st summer, and there are so many reasons to be excited! Whether you’re a first-time camper or a returning Foley fanatic, this summer promises to be unforgettable. Here are 101 reasons why we can’t wait to celebrate this milestone...

How Heavyweights Compares to a Real Summer Camp Experience (Like Camp Foley!)

Mar 13, 2025 | Campers, Youth Development

  Ally here! If you grew up in the ‘90s or early 2000s like me, there’s a good chance you remember Heavyweights—the 1995 comedy about a group of kids sent to a weight-loss camp that gets taken over by an over-the-top fitness fanatic, played by Ben Stiller. I saw it...

The Biggest Myth about Summer Camp

Feb 6, 2025 | Youth Development

The Biggest Myth About Summer Camp: It’s Just About Fun When you think of summer camp, what comes to mind? Canoeing on sparkling lakes, laughing around a crackling campfire, or roasting the perfect marshmallow? While these iconic images paint a picture of...

4 Animals That Hibernate at Camp Foley

Jan 23, 2025 | Nature

Nature’s Winter Sleepers As winter rolls in across Minnesota, and Camp Foley becomes quieter, with many animals retreating into hibernation. Hibernation, a state of dormancy that helps animals survive cold months when food is scarce, is common in some species...