On Foley Camping Trips, where do we go and what do we do?
The Foley Tripping program is designed to get as many kids as possible out of camp for a 3-day experience. We know that things are fun in camp, but many kids have some of their best memories from sleeping in a tent or paddling down a river.
If you are 11 years of age or older you will have the option to head out on a trip!
Foley campers have seen beavers, bald eagles, muskrats, loons, turtles, deer, raccoons and countless other animals on their trips. They also make s'mores, sing songs and create long-lasting friendships.
 Canoeing Trips (11+)
No Pre-registration Required
The Foley canoe trips generally head out to either one of Minnesota's State Parks or to a scenic river area. Past trips have included but are not limited to: the St. Louis River, the Crow Wing River, the Pine River and Kathio State Park.
Generally the first day includes a short paddle, setting up the campsite and then cooking your dinner over an open fire. The second day of the trip is your big paddling day. Either head down stream to another camp site or maneuver around the lake. On the third day you finish downstream to meet a Foley van for the ride back to camp. Some canoe trips may incorporate fishing (or even fly fishing) as well!
Biking Trips (11+)
No Pre-registration Required
Bike trips at Foley can be a great way to challenge yourself and learn a little about trail riding. Trips vary from relatively simple excursions to Itasca State Park (the headwaters of the Mississippi River) to more challenging trips to Savannah State Park (including an amazing ride up and down the continental divide). Foley also owns some land near Pine River that is about a 15 mile bike ride from camp and also does day trips on the Paul Bunyan Trail. Each trip incorporates cooking over an open fire, biking and generally hiking and swimming as well.
 Outpost Trips (11+)
No Pre-registration Required
Outpost trips are perfect for those campers that want the experience of sleeping in a tent and cooking over a fire, but are not quite ready for a long canoe ride or bike trip. Examples of this trip include an Art in the Park trip where campers made different art projects while hanging out at a state park. Also, a Survivor themed trip that focused on outdoor living skills. Depending on the location, hiking, swimming, cooking and enjoying nature are all a part of the trips! Perfect for your first ever trip!
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