Widjiwagan YMCA wilderness adventures are offered starting at age 12 and progress through advanced 30-55 day invitational trips for 18 year olds. Respect for self, others, environment and equipment are core to the Widji way.
Widjiwagan was founded in 1929 as a wilderness adventure program in the wilds of northeastern Minnesota. Throughout this colorful 79-year history, young people have been inspired by the Widji wilderness experience. The focus is wilderness and teens...In the summer, Widji provides wilderness trips for 12-18-year olds throughout North America. During the school year, Widji is ready to collaborate with a variety of organizations to provide leadership development for teens based on the wilderness experience.
Activities and Features
Outdoor Activities General Outdoors Mountaineering Backpacking Hiking
Water Sports General Water Sports Recreational Swimming Canoeing
Other Activities Intro BWCA canoe trips Quetico canoeing Isle Royale backpack BigHorn and Rocky Mountain backpacking
Camp Address
Winter Address
3788 North Arm Road
Ely MN, 55731 US
218-365-2117 (tel.)
2125 East Hennepin Avenue - Suite 150
Minneapolis, MN, 55413 US
612-465-0498 (tel.)