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Foley Camper Caleb pitches Overnight Camp
As admin of Camp Foley, we are always trying to put into words of why camp is so great and why everyone should come! So it's always nice to hear from the campers themselves about why they think...
Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Ideal Co Ed Summer Camp for Your Child
Choosing a co-ed summer camp offers more than just fun—it’s about preparing your child for a diverse world. With an emphasis on equality and a variety of activities, these camps provide a unique...
Discovering the Best Youth Camps in MN for Your Kids’ Amazing Summer 2024!
Struggling to pick the right youth camp in MN for this summer? From the Sylvan sanctuaries of Northern Minnesota to the vibrant day camps of the Twin Cities, our concise roundup delivers the key...
Summer Camps in Nature vs Summer Camps in the City: Choosing the Best Adventure for Your Child
Choosing between “summer camps in nature vs summer camps in the city” means picturing where your child thrives best: Amongst greenery and wildlife, or the vibrant hum of the metropolis. This...
Discover Why Families Love Summer Camps in Minnesota: Shared Joy & Adventure!
Minnesota’s summer camps beckon families with their promise of adventure amidst the natural beauty of the Midwest. Beyond just fun, these camps fuse nature’s playground with lessons in independence...
7 Surprising Benefits of Summer Camp: More Than Just Fun and Games!
Think summer camp is just for campfires and canoeing? Think again. The surprising benefits of summer camp reach far beyond the traditional activities, with impacts that may just give your child an...
Most Recent Posts from Camp Foley:
Foley Fencing!
Today we are shining the spotlight on modern Fencing here at Camp! Fencing was first brought to Camp Foley by Rivers Patout, with the only equipment being 2 sabres and 2 masks, not even a jacket!...
Special Awards in 2021
We had some very special campers earn some very special awards this summer! Going beyond ribbon awards and fun awards created by counselors. These campers had their names recorded in the history of...
Activity Achievements!
One perk of 3 weeks we kept highlighting earlier this year was the extra time at activities! In fact, campers gained a whole sign up in the 3 weeks, and a 4th day was added to two of the sign ups!...
Flick N Float 2021
We brought an old classic this summer at Foley. Flick N Float made an appearance in all 3 sessions. Flick N Float is a night in camp, usually the night before a sleep-in day, where the whole camp...
Alpha Games 2021- The Battle of the Foley Frontier!
We had amazing competition on the last day of each session with our Alpha Games! In 2019, campers participated in a boat building competition and then raced their boats on Whitefish lake. We also...
Back To School… With Tips from Camp Foley!
As our Minnesota families head back to school this month and many of our other families from out of state are already back on the school train, we wanted to share today's blog for a few ideas...
A History of Riflery
We are continuing to take some time this summer to take a look back at the history of Camp Foley. With 95 years of Camp under our belt, Camp has inevitably changed with the times. We are very proud...
A History of Boating
We are continuing to take some time this summer to take a look back at the history of Camp Foley. With 95 years of Camp under our belt, Camp has inevitably changed with the times. We are very proud...
When they come home…
Our first session of 2021 is coming to an end. We can't believe how fast three weeks really can fly! We want our campers to have a positive reentry into their normal lives while taking with them all...
Breathtaking Brazil
A throwback Thursday to our Director Alli Faricy's trip to Brazil in 2018. Check out some of the amazing creatures she encountered... Director Alli Faricy spent some time in Brazil for...
Packing for Camp!
Camp starts in less than 2 weeks! While everyone here is very excited, there may be a few nerves still out there about what to pack. Luckily camp is here to help! Now the easiest way to answer that...
Veronica Chooses Camp
Check out a testimonial from a former camper Veronica about why she loves Camp and kept coming back. Veronica wrote this back in 2018, and we felt this was a great opportunity for a throwback...
Throwback to 2012
Below is a blog written by a past Assistant Director back in 2012. It showcases the beauty that surrounds camp even during our quieter winter months. Read on to see what her thoughts were as she...
New Camper Series: Activity Sign Up
Welcome to next installment of our New Camper Series. These blogs will focus on New Campers and help prepare everyone for this summer. This blog will focus on Activity sign up! When we say "Sign Up"...
New Camper Series: Eating at Foley
Welcome to next installment in our series we are calling New Camper Series. These blogs will focus on New Campers and help prepare everyone for this summer. This blog will focus on eating and meal...
Traditions at Foley
Having been around for almost 97 years, we have amassed our fair share of traditions here at Foley. We asked our campers which traditions they hold close to their heart and can't wait to recreate...
New Camper Series- This is the best summer to be new!
We are staring a brand-new series called "New Camper Series". We will be publishing blogs twice a month that will focus on topics geared specifically towards our new camper families. Today,...
Campers! What are you excited for?
We were wondering... what are campers most excited to get to do this summer?... so we asked them! We have been meeting with campers in virtual meet ups and zoom personal talks to get a sense of how...
Hey Parents! Benefits of Overnight Camp
What's up parents! Still wondering if an overnight camp is right for your kid? This summer is looking better and better, and after a year of isolation and virtual learning, camp is the perfect...
Staying Eco-Friendly during Winter
2 weeks ago it was -11 outside!!!! Even if you are Minnesota native through and through that is COLD! While the cold has some great benefits, like pretty snow and getting to walk on frozen lakes,...
The History of Fencing
We are continuing with our History blogs, and this week we are taking a look at the History of Fencing! Fencing has been an activity at Camp Foley since 1959. It doesn't go as far back as...
Transitioning to 3 weeks…
We are very excited for our upcoming 2021 summer! As many of you know, this summer we are switching to 3 week sessions. We decided to do this for a multitude of reasons... Camps that offer longer...
Happy Love Day
This Sunday is Valentine's Day! We here at Foley are always full of love for our campers, parents, alumni, and for Camp Foley itself! We think it is very important to take the time to show your...
A Guide to Mastering Camp Mail with your Camper
The thirty minutes after fourth period are some of the most exciting for campers each day. Not only do they get to have candy or ice cream (canteen), but mail from home is handed out. All...
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