Update: Environmental Education at Camp Foley!

May 8, 2019 | Nature

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 of May (and September) specializing in Environmental Education. This...

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

Apr 23, 2019 | Alumni

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 love, joy, friends, and family who traveled from all over to share in...

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

Apr 16, 2019 | Holidays, Nature

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 and shaping the planet on a daily basis? Everything we do affects...

Camp Creature: Top 5 Highlight Reel!

Mar 21, 2019 | Nature

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 see animals of all types. Today we are bringing together some of your...

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...