Teen Wilderness Adventures YMCA Camp Widjiwagan 2014 Summer Schedule

teen wilderness adventures YMCA camp WidJiwagan 2014 Summer Schedule

widji.org WIDJIWAGAN our mission

Widjiwagan was founded in 1929 as Respect for Self: Respect begins by believing in yourself a wilderness adventure program in and your own capabilities. At Widji we stress taking care of northeastern Minnesota. Throughout yourself and taking responsibility for your actions. our 85 year history, young people have been inspired by the Widji wilderness Respect for Others: We emphasize goal setting, experience. sharing, and working together as a group to accomplish more collectively than would be possible individually. We honor Our mission is simple— “to develop, individual differences, believing that diversity presents many in young people, respect for self, opportunities for learning and personal growth. community and the environment, through wilderness adventure and Respect for the Environment: environmental education.” Travel in the wilderness is conducted using “Leave No Trace” ethics and standards. Respect is the foundation of all Widji sessions and trips. Respect for Equipment: We stress the importance of taking care of the tools and equipment we use in wilderness travel.

85th Anniversary Reunion Weekend July 11-13, 2014 Join Widji alumni, family and friends for a weekend at camp to celebrate the traditions and history of YMCA Camp Widjiwagan. Visit widji.org for additional information.

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Building a Foundation Trail Counselors The key to providing successful wilderness Leadership is the key to a quality wilderness trips is preparation. All Widji sessions begin experience. At Widji, our trail counselors are WIDJIWAGAN with two to three days at base camp. During teachers, role models, coaches, and mentors. Ely this time, campers meet their counselors and They are highly trained both by Widji and 61 fellow group members and begin planning. through their previous experience. They Campers are involved in all aspects of the all have certifications in lifeguarding and LAKE SUPERIOR trip preparation: goal setting, establishing a CPR, and all are certified Wilderness First menu, route, and honing the many skills they Responders. They are carefully selected for Duluth will use on their trip. their experience with and interest in working MINNESOMMINNEESSOTSSOTAA with teens, their judgment, leadership, and 35 Wilderness Setting wilderness skills. The real magic of a Widji experience happens WISCONSINW NNSI in the wilderness. For canoe groups, this Campers 94 might mean paddling out of camp or getting Of all the things toBig bringStone L. to camp, a positive dropped off on the edge of the Boundary attitude is the most important! Campers St. Paul Waters Canoe Area Wilderness or Quetico should come to Widji willing to learn, eager Minneapolis Provincial Park. For backpack groups, this to be challenged and to function effectively 94 means driving west to the mountains or east as a member of a small group. to Isle Royale or the Superior Hiking Trail. Once groups go ‘on trail’ they spend the rest Risk Management Ely, Minnesota of their session in the wilderness. They move For over 80 years, Widjiwagan has been most days and camp in a different place teaching care and respect to youth in Trail Groupings and most nights. Free from the distractions of a wilderness setting. It is important for Friend Requests civilization, groups get to know each other parents and campers to acknowledge that Campers are grouped as much as possible and come together to accomplish their due to the remoteness of our trips, instant according to age and experience. Groups goals. On trail is where friendships form and communication with emergency medical are kept quite small, by design. A big part of memories are made! services is not always possible. Because of what makes Widjiwagan special is the strong this, we have developed a risk management friendships that are formed on trail. We Progression of Challenge strategy that couples advanced wilderness encourage campers to come to camp ready The Widji program has been carefully crafted first aid protocols and training with a to make new friends. However, sometimes to offer progressive challenge and growth thorough knowledge of the areas we use. it is very important for two campers to be for teens ages 12-18. As campers return to Our program cannot guarantee accident-free together in the same trail group. We will try Widji year after year for more challenging travel, but our attitude and investment in to honor a friend request for two friends to trips, they build upon their wilderness skills accident prevention can ensure that, in the be together, but we cannot accommodate and take on greater leadership roles. event of accident or illness, our counselors requests for more than two friends to be have the training and judgment to make grouped together. appropriate and expeditious decisions.

Financial Assistance Widjiwagan welcomes all who wish to participate, and annually raises scholarship funds to help make that possible. Please let us know if we may serve you or your family in this way. You may call us at 612-822- 2267 or visit widji.org to receive a financial assistance application.

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pathfinders canoe trip Introduction Entering grade 6 TO Canoeing Sessions New trip this summer! Widji will be Entering grades 7-8 offering a ‘Sampler’ trip for campers These sessions are ideal for first-time entering 6th grade in the fall of 2014. This campers looking for an introduction to 5 day experience will introduce campers to the Widji experience and the Boundary the basic canoe and camping skills for an Waters. Campers will learn the basic skills overnight camping trip. This program will of canoeing, camping, and navigation in a focus on the tradition and history of Widji, fun and supportive environment. A typical the BWCAW, and the French Voyageurs, Intro trail group consists of two Widji trail who traveled northern Minnesota during counselors and four to six campers. After the fur trade era. On the 3rd morning of three days of training and orientation at camp, the campers will paddle to a nearby Widji, groups venture out ‘on trail’ for six to campsite on Burntside Lake to get a sense ten days in the BWCAW. Although canoeing of what ‘trail life’ is like and camp overnight and portaging can be demanding, working as with their fellow Pathfinders and two Widji a team allows campers to accomplish a lot Counselors. The group will return the next more together than they could as individuals. day and be involved with the banquet and All campers are expected to pitch in and do closing activities. This trip is a great way their share of the work, carrying packs and to introduce an eager camper to Camp tents across portages which may be up to a Widjiwagan. mile long!

#Days Fees Intro Canoe #Days fees 6/29–7/3 5 $500 6/17–6/27* 11 $968 7/6-7/10 5 $500 6/23–7/3 11 $1,210 7/13–7/17 5 $500 6/29–7/10 12 $1,320 8/1–8/5 5 $500 7/6–7/17 12 $1,320 8/10–8/14 5 $500 7/13–7/23 11 $1,210 7/19–7/29 11 $1,210 7/25–8/5 12 $1,320 8/1–8/14 14 $1,540 8/10–8/20 11 $1,210 8/16–8/25* 10 $880 *Discounted 20%

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BWCAW Sessions Quetico Sessions Entering grades 8-10 Entering grades 9-12 These canoe adventures, the mainstay The pristine lakes and remote wilderness of Widji’s canoe program, are our most trails of Canada’s Quetico Provincial popular trips—perfect for excited, first-time Park provide challenge and adventure for campers as well as seasoned canoeists. experienced campers. Trail groups travel Each group of five campers is under the deep into the heart of the Quetico and learn leadership of one Widji trail counselor. Over the basics of expedition style canoe tripping. the course of the trip a group may travel 60- 140 miles through the heart of the Boundary One Widji counselor provides leadership Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, learning and for up to five campers. In the Quetico the refining their paddling and camping skills portages are more rugged than those in the along the way. BWCAW, there are no designated campsites, and it is generally less populated. Quetico BWCAW Canoe #Days fees campers are required to have a valid passport. 6/12–6/21* 10 $880 Fees 6/17–7/3 17 $1,870 Quetico (includes 6/23–7/3 11 $1,210 Canoe #Days permit fee) 6/29–7/10 12 $1,320 6/12–6/27 16 $1,824 7/6–7/17 12 $1,320 6/17–7/3 17 $1,938 7/13–7/29 17 $1,870 6/23–7/10 18 $2,052 7/25–8/5 12 $1,320 6/29–7/10 12 $1,368 8/1-8/14 14 $1,540 7/6–7/23 18 $2,052 8/10–8/23 14 $1,540 7/13–7/29 17 $1,938 8/16–8/25* 10 $880 7/19–8/5 18 $2,052 *Discounted 20% 7/25–8/14 21 $2,394 8/1–8/14 14 $1,596 8/1–8/23 23 $2,622 8/10–8/25 16 $1,824

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Isle Royale Canoeing/Backpacking Entering grades 7-8 Combination Isle Royale, a National Park in the midst of Entering grades 8-10 Lake Superior’s cold clear waters, offers a If you are not quite sure whether backpacking fantastic introduction to backpacking. After or canoeing is your calling, this is the trip a few days at Widji, groups embark on a for you! It is perfect for experienced or three-hour ferry ride to reach Isle Royale, first-time campers. The canoeing segment where they spend five to six days hiking. covers the eastern portion of the Boundary Isle Royale is known for its wildlife, including Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a rare moose, foxes, and wolves. destination for Widji groups. The backpacking segment traverses part of the beautiful and Isle Royale #Days fees transp. rugged Superior Hiking trail. Campers spend approximately six nights canoeing and six 6/23–7/3 11 $1,210 $253 nights backpacking. Emphasis is placed on 7/6–7/17 12 $1,320 $253 the fundamentals of both canoeing and backpacking, allowing experienced campers Superior Hiking Trail or novices the opportunity to enhance their Entering grades 7-8 skills in both disciplines. Groups spend five to six days hiking along the north shore of Lake Superior. Campers Canoe/ enjoy panoramic views of the big lake. Backpack Groups hike along well maintained trails, and Combo #Days fees transp. each night the group camps at a designated 7/19–8/5 18 $1,980 $96 back country campsite.

Superior #Days fees transp. 7/19–7/29 11 $968 $96 8/10–8/20 11 $968 $96

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Bighorn Mountain Rocky Mountain Sessions Sessions Entering grades 9-12 Entering grades 8-10 The Rocky Mountain sessions are ideal for The Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming offer experienced backpackers looking for a fun an excellent introduction to mountain challenge. After training and orientation backpacking for confident first-time or at Widji, groups travel for two days by experienced backpackers. After several days van to either the Absaroka Mountains or of training at Widji, groups drive for two the Spanish Peak Range of southwestern days by van to the Bighorns, near Buffalo, Montana. Both mountain ranges offer in north central Wyoming. Campers spend excellent alpine backpacking terrain, approximately eight days hiking at elevations providing many opportunities for campers to of 8,000-10,000 feet. hike above treeline. One Widji trail counselor leads each group of four to six campers. Two Widji trail counselors share the leadership for each Bighorn group of four to Rocky Mountain #Days Fees Transp. six campers. Groups must be prepared for a 6/29–7/17 (boys only) 19 $2,090 $341 variety of weather, including the occasional 7/6–7/23 (girls only) 18 $1,980 $341 snow shower! 7/19–8/5 (boys only) 18 $1,980 $341 Bighorns #Days fees transp. 8/1–8/20 (girls only) 20 $2,200 $341 6/29–7/17 19 $2,090 $341 7/6–7/23 18 $1,980 $341 7/19–8/5 18 $1,980 $341 8/1–8/20 20 $2,200 $341

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Canoeing Boots Rain Gear Food You need boots that are comfortable (break Good quality rain gear is an essential At Widji, campers are involved in the menu them in before coming to camp), provide piece of equipment. Ponchos and thin planning and can tailor the menu to suit ankle support and can handle being wet plastic rain gear do not hold up to the their tastes. But generally, meals are made all day, every day. For that reason, we do rigors of wilderness travel. However, you from scratch out of common grocery items not recommend expensive backpacking do not need to spend hundreds of dollars and specialized dehydrated goods. boots or boots that are advertised as for the latest Gore Tex® expedition rain Common menu items include: waterproof. Waterproof boots don’t do wear. Find something in the middle: rain Breakfast: granola, pancakes, oatmeal, much good when you are standing knee gear that is well made AND affordable. cinnamon rolls, Grape Nuts. deep in a lake, loading a canoe. A full Lunch: cheese, sausage, raisins, trail mix, leather work boot is a good choice. Physical Activity Ry Krisp crackers, peanut butter and gorp. Widjiwagan trips can be physically Dinner: macaroni and cheese, calzones, demanding. While you don’t need to be Camp Shoes pizza, burritos. Camp shoes, will be worn once the group a great athlete to excel at Widjiwagan, has set-up its campsite for the night. The your Widji experience is going to be Groups are mostly limited by their own shoe must completely protect the foot and more enjoyable if you exercise regularly imaginations! provide enough support to be hiked in, in the months leading up to camp. We Note: Most food allergies or dietary should the main boots be lost or damaged. recommend getting an hour of exercise concerns can be accommodated on trail. An example of appropriate camp shoes at least three times per week. This are running shoes, low-cut hiking shoes, preparation will allow you to successfully or sneakers in good condition. Footwear meet the demands of wilderness travel. additional forms which is not appropriate include: foam Camper forms will be available to download shoes, minimalist running shoes, closed heel from our website beginning December 13, sandals, and flip flops. 2013. All forms are due by April 1, 2014. Required forms include: Health History (completed by parent or guardian), including a copy of medical insurance card; Physical (current within two years of camp session); and, the Camper Information form.

Banquet & closing campfires We invite parents/guardians, family, and friends to visit their camper at the end-of-session banquet. This is a fantastic opportunity to share in the Widji trail experience and participate in camp’s celebratory banquet. note: Registration is required at least one week in advance for the Banquet dinner and breakfast the following morning. Banquets are held on the night before the last day of the session. Visit widji.org for banquet registration. For accommodations in or around Ely, please visit ely.org.

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There will be two lotteries again this year. The first lottery will be Payments for returning campers. The next day there will be a lottery for new . A $200 non-refundable deposit is due with each registration. campers. . All remaining fees are due by April 1, 2014. The $200 deposit must be made by credit card or bank . Registrations after April 1, 2014 require full payment. debit card. This will allow us to delay processing the deposit until . Any changes made to session dates or type of session will require after the completion of the lottery. a $25 service fee. Read through these instructions carefully so that you are fully . Payments can be made by check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or informed on how the process works. If you have any questions after American Express. reading the instructions, feel free to call us at 612-822-2267. You may set up a payment plan by calling 612-822-2267.

Lottery Deadline: All registrations must be received by Cancellation and Refund Policy midnight, Monday, December 9, 2013. . Cancellations must be made in writing. If you cancel: 1. On or before April 1, 2014, Widji will refund all fees except the : for returning campers: Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013. Lottery #1 deposit, which is $200 for regular sessions, $300 for Explorer Everyone will be notified by phone. and Advanced Explorer sessions, and $500 for Mountaineer and Lottery #2: for new campers: Friday, December 13, 2013. Everyone Voyageur sessions. will be notified by phone. 2. After April 1, 2014 all fees are non-refundable.* *Exception for #2: If a cancellation is made due to a medical Open Enrollment: begins Monday, December 16, 2013. At this time condition and confirmed in writing by the treating physician, all registrations will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis fees but the deposit will be refunded. according to availability. Notification will occur by mail. . Our staff works as hard as possible to help campers with To be a part of this year’s lottery, we must receive your registration homesickness or behavioral issues, so we do not issue refunds for by midnight, on Monday, December 9, 2013. We accept on-line, walk-in, campers that leave early due to those reasons. mail and fax registrations for the lottery. . Camp Widjiwagan reserves the right to send any camper home early A $200 deposit must accompany your registration. The deposit who does not abide by camp rules or whose behavior is disruptive, must be paid by credit card or bank debit card only; no checks uncontrollable, illegal, dangerous, or disrespectful to other campers will be accepted during the lottery process. The deposit will not or the camp community. No refund will be issued for any of the be processed until after completion of the lottery. above reasons. Once enrolled, the deposit is then applied toward the balance of the camp fees. This deposit is non-refundable. Please read the cancellation Participation Requirements policy on the registration form. Campers coming to Widjiwagan should be motivated and excited to All spaces will be allotted on a lottery basis for registrations experience simple wilderness travel, develop leadership, work as a received by midnight December 9, as will the subsequent positions group member, and be in good health. on the wait list. If you have listed more than one choice for sessions, Physical challenges are an inherent part of wilderness trips. you will be enrolled in the order of your choices according to space Therefore, it is very important that each camper prepare themselves availability. This means that if you end up on the wait list for your for the rigors of a strenuous wilderness experience to the best of their first choice, and there is space available on your second choice, we ability. Please let us know if your child has a disability or condition will automatically enroll you in your second choice and keep you on requiring accommodation. This will enable us to better meet your the wait list for your first choice. Therefore, you increase your odds child’s needs, within available resources and to the extent reasonable. of getting into a session if you list more than one choice; the more Widjiwagan will dismiss a child if they do not follow respectful you list, the greater the odds. Please, list as choices only those behavior expectations. Harassment, use of drugs and alcohol, theft or sessions which you know you will be able to attend. damage of property, and disregarding instructions are actions that will lead to dismissal. If a child is dismissed, there will be no refund. Trailmate Requests Also, please be sure you read and sign the “Acknowledgement In order to assure that requests for a trailmate are honored during of Risk and Release of Liability” section of the registration form. For the lottery process, we require that the registration forms for both specific trip details you are invited to attend the parent informational campers list each other in the trailmate request section. We will meeting in the spring of 2014. be unable to honor a request if only one of the campers lists a Send registration with appropriate deposit to: trailmate. Trailmate requests that involve both returning and YMCA Camp Widjiwagan new campers will be drawn in the new camper lottery. Please 2125 East Hennepin Avenue, Suite 100 remember that we can honor only one trailmate request. Minneapolis, MN 55413 phone 612-822-2267 fax: 612-223-6322

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Confidential Health And Emergency Information Widjiwagan wishes to provide the best possible experience for your child. We ask the following questions to help us gain an understanding of your child’s needs in order to assure that he/she is placed in the proper session, trip or trail group. Please use additional paper if needed. Is your child currently taking any prescription medications? Yes / No If yes, please list them and describe what they are for. �� Is your child currently under the care of any medical specialists? Yes / No If yes, for what conditions? �� Does your child have any sensory, physical, cognitive or emotional disabilities? Yes / No If yes, list them and state how they affect him/her. Do they require special accommodation? Please be specific! �� Additional Information How did you find out about Widji? �� Submit forms: online at widji.org, fax to 612-223-6322 or mail to YMCA Camp Widjiwagan, 2125 East Hennepin Avenue, Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN 55413

This Section Must Be Signed By a Parent or Guardian Before Registration Will Be Accepted RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT Effective 8/01/13 In consideration of participating in YMCA activities, and for other good and valuable consideration, Parent/Guardian Authorization Section — I hereby agree to release and discharge from liability arising from negligence the YMCA of Transportation/Medical the Greater Twin Cities (hereinafter referred to as YMCA) and its owners, directors, officers, 1. In the event that I/my child need immediate medical attention for injuries employees, agents, volunteers, participants, and all other persons or entities acting for them received while participating in a YMCA program, I authorize the YMCA staff to (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Releasees”), on behalf of myself and my children, parents, give me or my child reasonable first aid, and to arrange transport of myself or heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate, and also agree as follows: my child to a health care facility for emergency services as needed. 1. I acknowledge that participating in YMCA activities involves known and unanticipated risks 2. I give permission for myself and/or my child to be transported by the YMCA which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis or permanent disability, death, and as needed for field trips, inclement weather, or late pick up. I also give my property damage. Risks include, but are not limited to, broken bones, torn ligaments or other permission to participate in walking field trips. injuries as a result of falls or contact with other participants; death as a result of drowning or brain damage caused by near drowning in pools or other bodies of water; medical conditions 3. I also give permission for myself or my child to enter Canada with the YMCA. I resulting from physical activity; and damaged clothing or other property. I understand such also understand that I/my child will need to bring our passport to camp if the risks simply cannot be eliminated, despite the use of safety equipment,without jeopardizing the trip involves such travel to Canada. essential qualities of the activity. 4. I hereby acknowledge that the YMCA will assume that either parent of the child 2. 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R10egistration page 1 of 2 [email protected] • (P) 612-822-2267 • (F) 612-223-6322 • widji.org 10 CAMP WIDJIWAGAN 2014 SUMMER REGISTRATION Please Print: Date of Application �� Full Name ______Camper E-mail �� (last) (first) (middle name) Address ______Home Ph. �� City ______County ______State ______Zip �� Height ______Weight ______Sex ______Birth Date �� Grade next year ______School Name ______Age at Camp �� What years have you been a camper at Widjiwagan? �� Parent/Guardian Name ______Parent/Guardian Name �� Home Address ______Home Address �� City ______State ______Zip ______City ______State______Zip �� Workplace ______Position ______Workplace ______Position �� Bus. Phone ______Home Ph. ______Bus. Phone ______Home Ph. �� Cell Phone ______Birth Date______Cell Phone ______Birth Date �� E-mail ______E-mail �� Emergency Contact if above Parents/Guardians are unavailable: Name �� Relationship ______City ______State ______Phone �� Session Information Canoe or Backpack session Name session Dates session Fee 1st Choice ______�� 2nd Choice ______�� 3rd Choice ______�� 4th Choice ______�� Trailmate Request Please place me in the same group with (one friend): �� Backpack Transportation Charge (Transportation fees are required for all backpacking sessions) Superior Hiking Trail/$96 Combo Trip/$96 Isle Royale/$253 Bighorn/$341 Rocky Mountain/$341 Fee �� Bus Transportation For an additional fee, Widjiwagan provides bus transportation to and from camp. The Widji bus stops in St. Paul, Cloquet, and Virginia. Please check the appropriate boxes for your camper’s transportation needs. Bus Fee �� St. Paul: to camp, $65 ______from camp, $65 ______Cloquet: to camp, $44 ______from camp, $44 ______Virginia: to camp, $30 ______from camp, $30 ______Transportation For Out-Of-State Campers If you are from out-of-state, you must arrive in St. Paul the evening before your session. We can arrange transportation to and from the airport, bus or train station, overnight accommodations and meals. Please add the following charges to your total: (These charges are in addition to the above bus and transportation charges.) 1. Transportation, before and/or after session, plus one night housing and meals . . $102 2. One-way transportation to airport, bus or train station after session only ...... $ 40 Out-of-State Camper Fee �� Registration Payments Prior to April 1, a $200 deposit must accompany your registration. For the lottery, the deposit must be paid by bank debit card or credit card. Your deposit after the lottery may be paid by check or put on your Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express card. ALL fees are due by April 1, 2014. Registrations after April 1, 2014 require full payment. Please charge my: Visa ______MasterCard ______Discover ______American Express ______Please charge subsequent fees on April 1 and any fees incurred after April 1. Account Number ______Expiration Date �� Signature ______Date �� ______Check included (not for lottery) Amount Enclosed �� There is a $25 service fee for all returned checks and declined credit/debit card payments. Billing information if different from camper: Name ______Phone �� Address ______City______State ______Zip ��

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Overview The Widjiwagan progression of challenge culminates with the advanced trips programs. All of Widjiwagan’s wilderness adventures, from the Introductory BWCAW canoe trips to the Mountaineer or Voyageur expeditions, incorporate our mission to provide a fun, quality wilderness experience that fosters respect for self, community and the environment. The advanced tripping program gives experienced, qualified campers the added opportunity and challenge of traveling in more remote areas for a longer duration. Campers who are currently in 10th to 12th grades are eligible for advanced trips. They are invited to participate by demonstrating an enthusiasm for wilderness travel, initiative and an ability to work well with others. These trips provide an opportunity for campers to continue to develop and refine their skills in the areas of wilderness travel, group dynamics, and leadership. Advance trip invitations will be mailed in the fall of 2013. If you have any questions about these trips please contact [email protected]. How are advanced groups put together? One of the more significant changes in trip preparation is the fact that we no longer honor friend requests at this level. Our priority is to put together the strongest groups possible by factoring in the strengths of each individual camper. There is great value in being able to branch out and work effectively with different people. explorer canoe Advanced Explorer Canoe Voyageur Grades 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Sessions range from 29 to 31 days, with Sessions of 36 days, with 27 days on Sessions of 45-52 days, with 34-40 days on trail. about 21 days on trail. Groups often trail. Groups travel further north and This trip travels to the Arctic rivers of Canada explore the Crownlands of Ontario, the generally spend a significant amount of and Alaska. Recent groups have paddled the Quetico and the Boundary Waters Canoe time in either Wabakimi Provincial Park Anderson, Kazan, and Thelon Rivers in Canada Area Wilderness. in Ontario or Caribou Provincial Park in and the Noatak River in Alaska. Manitoba. Explorer Backpack Mountaineer Grade 10 Advanced Explorer Grade 12 Sessions from 30 to 31 days, with Backpack Sessions of 45-48 days, with 35-40 days on trail. about 19 days on trail. Recent groups Grade 11 This trip travels to the mountain ranges of Alaska have explored the Wind River Range in Sessions of 33 days, with 22 days on and Canada. Recent groups have hiked in Gates of Wyoming and the Sawtooth Wilderness trail. Recent groups have traveled to the the Arctic National Park, Arctic National Wildlife Area in Idaho. Beartooth Wilderness in Montana and the Refuge and Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in Willmore Wilderness in Alberta, Canada. Alaska and the Ogilvie Mountains in the Yukon

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Looking to experience Widjiwagan outside of the summer months? Last year over 2,200 individuals participated in programs at camp during the fall, winter, and spring months. Widji’s location is the perfect setting for groups to experience the north woods. Our setting, combined with Widji’s strong program, facilities and mission, creates many opportunities for schools, groups, and organizations.

Outdoor Learning Program For more than 35 years, Widji has offered residential outdoor environmental education to school groups. The program provides learning opportunities which empower students to invest in themselves and an environmentally sustainable future. The Widjiwagan curriculum is designed to provide an understanding of ecological concepts, knowledge of cultural and natural history of the region, problem solving, decision making, and teambuilding skills. We tailor the curriculum to meet each school’s specific goals and objectives.

Weekend Retreat Opportunities Organizations and groups have found Widji’s setting, facilities, staff, and program conducive to weekend retreats. Staff work with the group organizer to plan programs which facilitate the objectives of the group and take advantage of all that camp has to offer. Activities may include canoeing, hiking, skiing, stargazing, taking a sauna, or relaxing by a warm fire.

Women’s Retreat Weekends Escape your busy schedule and spend a weekend at Widji relaxing and rejuvenating. Experience the gorgeous fall colors, skiing along the snow-packed trails or relaxing by a fire. Whatever your pleasure, you can enjoy it during a Widji weekend!

Please contact Karen Pick, Outdoor Learning Program Director, at 218-365-2117 ext. 221, to arrange weekend or week-long wilderness experiences.

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