Feb 24, 2022 | Nature
So, maybe I am the only one that has never heard of an ‘Ice Ridge’, but after this winter I now know what they are! Take a look at what Whitefish Lakes massive ice sheet can do. Now what are Ice Ridges? Ice ridges are caused by the pushing action of a lake’s ice...
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...
Oct 18, 2018 | Nature
Eagle mid-flight. (Photo by Alli Faricy) Ever seen the majestic bird of prey that represents America as its National Symbol? They are an impressive sight! We are lucky enough to see them quite regularly out on nature trips and during our environmental education...
Jan 14, 2013 | Nature
Photo: Alli Faricy As the evening waves break across the shoreline of Whitefish Lake, a beautiful yet haunting sound can be heard echoing through the tall pine trees that guard the grounds of Camp Foley. Again, the sound pierces through the silence: Woooo –...
Jun 6, 2012 | Nature
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s the unofficial state bird…the mosquito! There are very few animals on Earth that evoke such a feeling of misery as the mosquito. And, if you have ever visited Camp Foley I am sure you have had the pleasure of being woken up in the...