Located on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness(BWCAW) and within the Superior National Forest, Camp Birchwood for Boys rests amongst one of the nations most sought after areas to canoe, kayak, rock climb, backpack and fish.



With the perfect balance of outdoor adventure trips and traditional in-camp activities, boys ages 7 through 17 will gain valuable outdoor and interpersonal skills they will use throughout their lives. Since 1969, campers from all over the world have been listening to the call of the loons, watching the northern lights and breathing the fresh clean air at Birchwood for Boys.



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YMCA Camp Menogyn has an 86-year tradition of high-quality wilderness adventures within the beautiful Boundary Waters Canoe Area! Exciting activities such as canoeing, backpacking and rock climbing, all with an emphasis on personal growth, skill development and relationships provide campers with transformational experiences and memories that will be treasured for a lifetime.

Each camper is important to us. Trips are structured so that campers can enjoy themselves and participate regardless of their previous experience with outdoor & wilderness activities. Campers can expect to help in activities as varied as planning the trail route or preparing the food menu.

The small, single-gender groups of 3-6 campers with 1-2 trail counselors ensure special connections that result in mutual respect and support as they face a variety of challenges during their adventures.