Camp · Adventure · Ages 7–15 · $2,094/week
▌ Adventure · Ages 7–15

Camp Thunderbird for Boys

Camp Thunderbird for Boys · $2,094/week

Camp Thunderbird for Boys offers a traditional overnight summer camp experience in Bemidji, Minnesota, focusing on outdoor activities and character developme...

▌ Editor's read Camp Thunderbird for Boys, located in Bemidji, Minnesota, is an overnight summer camp for boys that has been operating for over 80 years, founded by John and Mary Alice Crosby. The camp's website (camptbird.com) loads successfully and details a wide range of activities including watersports, land sports, and creative arts. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, so its accreditation status is unknown. The website does not explicitly mention staff background checks. Google reviews for Camp Thunderbird for Boys show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 47 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the variety of activities offered. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity, emphasizing a traditional camp experience.
Since 194680+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Thunderbird for Boys sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right adventure fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1946 (80 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 49300 Tbird Trail, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Sibling discount available. Transportation from Minneapolis available for a fee.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Thunderbird for Boys

What ages does Camp Thunderbird for Boys accept?
Camp Thunderbird for Boys is open to children ages 7–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Thunderbird for Boys cost?
Camp Thunderbird for Boys publishes $2,094/week for the standard session. USD. Sibling discount available. Transportation from Minneapolis available for a fee. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Thunderbird for Boys's hours?
Camp Thunderbird for Boys runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Thunderbird for Boys?
Camp Thunderbird for Boys is operated by a private business, with 80 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Thunderbird for Boys provide lunch?
Camp Thunderbird for Boys does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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