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Minnesota’s Nocturnal Animals At Camp Foley

Up all night, sleeps all day! We have tons of wildlife that surrounds us here at Camp Foley in Pine River Minnesota. Some of the coolest creatures to see only come out at night! These are called...

Reasons to choose a Co Ed Summer Camp in Minnesota

Seeking the ideal summer experience for your child? A Co Ed Summer Camp Minnesota might be the perfect choice. With a blend of adventure, learning, and personal growth, these camps offer a safe and...

Exploring the Great Outdoors: Why Choose Duluth, MN for a Co-ed Summer Camp Experience

Choosing the right summer camp is as crucial as it is challenging. Why choose Duluth, MN for a co-ed summer camp? Duluth offers a blend of outdoor adventures, diverse experiences, and life-long...

An Off Season day at Camp Foley

Foley is quiet for now. We wrote a blog about what a camp day is like for assistant directors here at Foley, but what do we do when the campers are all gone? Come take a peak behind the curtain.......

Top 7 Tips on How to Make Friends at Summer Camp

Are you wondering “how to make friedns at summer camp?” Look no further. This article provides practical steps to help you navigate the social scene and form meaningful connections from day one....

A Foley Reunion… with PIZZA!

We are throwing a party!!! And YOUR invited! This Party is designed for everyone! Perfect for a past family to bring a new family or for a new family to get a good idea of the spirit of Foley. And...

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Puzzled about our Holiday Gift?

Don't be, it's just a puzzle! This year we are excited to announce that our holiday gift is a Camp Foley Puzzle! This custom puzzle is 500 pieces of fun, perfect for family time during the holidays...

Founder’s Day, 95th Anniversary of Foley

Founder's Day is a special day at Camp where we take the time to recognize the storied history of Camp Foley in a few ways. This past summer’s Founder’s Days were made extra-special because of our...

I tried Vlogging Everyday for Money…

Camp Moves Me is officially over and GOOD NEWS! We achieved our goal and then some! Hi everyone, Ally Daily here, and I just completed my first ever Camp Moves Me campaign. As a camp, we reached our...

Have A Spook-tacular Week!

Get Your BOO On Halloween is just a few days away! It's a bummer Halloween doesn't fall during the summer months because it would be the perfect holiday for Camp to celebrate! At Camp, we love to...

~Camp Moves Me Update~

This Fall is flying by! We are 24 days into October and that blows our mind. Do you know what else blows our minds? That over 160 people have donated and raised over $6,300 for the Camp Foley...

Key Ingredient in Success – Mindfulness

Why Aren't We Teaching Mindfulness? Anne Marie Rossi begins her Ted Talk by discussing the research study conducted by Harvard looking for what common trait is seen among the most successful people....

Foley’s 5K Runs

Each Session at Camp Foley provides the opportunity for campers to partake in a 5K run (or similar event) within an hour radius of Camp Foley. 1st Session Foley 5K Runners! First...

Focus on Understanding our Youth

Happy start to the 3rd Session! The camp is all about inclusiveness, providing a safe space for every individual to be accepted for who they are, no matter what they are going through. In this Ted...

You Heard It From the Source: What It Means To Be A Camp Counselor

As our 95th summer is underway, we took some time to admire how our staff reflected on their time working with campers, highlighting their personal growth as well as the impact they have had...

Empathy is a Verb

The Power Of Empathy The topic of empathy is deep, and it is so important in development. If we expect our children to open their hearts and learn empathy we have to encourage healthy, real-life...

Camp Creature: Gray Wolf

The gray wolf is making a return appearance on the Rattlin' Blog! Why do you ask? Because this species is continuing their comeback after many years of low population numbers. The gray wolf is both...

“America, Take a Walk”

Get Hooked On Nature. The trend for today's youth spending less and less time outdoors is continuing to climb. In this Ted Talk from 2014, Ben Klasky states, on average, school-age students' screen...

Update: Environmental Education at Camp Foley!

We had our first groups of Outdoor Ed (and of 2019!!) arrive Monday, and we have gotten the schools off on a good [green] foot. As most of you know Camp Foley hosts various schools during the month...

We Can All Be Leaders

Everyday Leadership Drew Dudley states, "we have made leadership into something bigger than us." I couldn't agree more. Leadership has been put on this pedestal that makes people question if they...

Billy’s Going to the Chapel, and He’s [Gonna Get] Ma-a-a-rried!

Photo by Janine Litzau Photography https://www.janinelitzauphoto.com/ As most of you know, one of our year-round staff got married this month! Billy and his wife, Hayley, had a weekend filled with...

Earth Day: Let’s Celebrate with a Call to Action!

The work of today is the history of tomorrow, and we are its makers. - Juliette Gordon Low Take a moment to really let this quote sink in. What are we doing on this earth if not changing...

Who Loves Podcasts?!

Podcasts are increasing in popularity, as you can listen to them while still having the mobility of your hands and take a break from looking at your screen. The speakers are able to keep you...

New New New. Even Better Than Llama Rides…

We did a thing yesterday. Some of you loved it. Some of you hated it. It was all in good fun. If we offended you, we’re sorry, but we couldn’t let April Fools go by without some kind of prank. So if...

Camper Turned Parent: Legacy of Camp

An Email Interview with Campers Turned Parents Hey Foley Fam! Billy here. One of my favorite aspects of camp is the legacy and tradition that is ingrained in Foley's 95-year history. Specifically in...

Camp Creature: Top 5 Highlight Reel!

One of our favorite things to post about is our featured Camp Creature. We have tons of camp creatures here living in this part of rural Minnesota, which puts us in an excellent spot to explore and...

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

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...

Self-Directed Play at Camp Foley: Adventure Playgrounds!

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...

Thinking About Summer Plans? We Know We Are!

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...

Maintaining Whitefish — Don’t Let Invasive Species In!

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...