Stories - Camp Fire Minnesota

We work with youth, staff, and communities from all walks of life. Every one of them has a story worth sharing.

Advice for first-time campers

And how Will Shelton, Camp Director, prepares his own first-time camper for summer camp

Meet Julie Richards

Julie will be working closely with program staff and local communities to grow our current offerings and co-create new programs.

Capital Conversation

Marnie Wells and Shawn Wischmeier talk about the Capital Campaign

Owl Adaptations

We asked Katy Konrad, Outdoor Programs Manager, to share one of our winter lesson plans!

Books About Nature

Recommended by Camp Fire Minnesota staff.

A year in review

2018 was a big year for Camp Fire Minnesota. Read about what we were able to accomplish thanks to our supporters.

Meet Mike Nelson

He supports Camp Fire through marshmallows.

Meet the Architects

We sat down with the architects behind Tanadoona's new Community & Dining Center to talk about the building, their inspiration, and the design process. Here's what they had to say.

Meet the Counselors-in-Training

Part counselor, part camper, our Counselors-in-Training are valuable leaders in the Tanadoona community.

An Outdoor Classroom

Take an inside look at our Field Trip program!

Meet Nature Katy

As Camp Fire Minnesota's resident Naturalist, Katy brings her passion for the natural world to each of our programs.

They Met at Camp

Camp is a place where someone found their best friend or connected with someone they might never have met otherwise. Just ask Dave and Sandy Kvamme.

A Family Matter

Meet Dezzie, Trianna, and Luchianna. Each share a unique connection to Camp Fire.