Camp Thunderbird - Session Two
A traditional brother-sister camp in Bemidji, MN, offering a wide range of activities and a focus on leadership...
▌ Editor's read Camp Thunderbird's website loads as a legitimate camp site, showcasing a variety of activities for boys and girls. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2024, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded by John and Sara Colwell, and is currently run by their grandchildren, indicating a strong family legacy. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and drug testing, prioritizing camper safety. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not published, the camp emphasizes a caring and experienced staff. Google reviews average 4.9 stars from 100 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's positive impact on their children's development and the wide array of activities offered. The camp offers an overnight program type and appears to be a for-profit entity.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–14
Camp Thunderbird - Session Two 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 overnight/sleepaway 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
- Yes
- Established
- 1936 (90 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–14
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 49300 Tbird Trail, Bemidji, MN 56601
- Phone: (218) 751-5171
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $8375 for Session Two (July 11 - August 6).
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 11 to Aug 6.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 2 Jul 11 – Aug 6, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,375
↗ What parents like
- Brother-sister camps
- Focus on leadership
↘ Watch for
- No phone number for girls camp
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Thunderbird - Session Two
- What ages does Camp Thunderbird - Session Two accept?
- Camp Thunderbird - Session Two is open to children ages 7–14. 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 - Session Two cost?
- Camp Thunderbird - Session Two publishes $2,094/week for the standard session. $8375 for Session Two (July 11 - August 6). Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Thunderbird - Session Two's hours?
- Camp Thunderbird - Session Two 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.
- Is Camp Thunderbird - Session Two accredited?
- Yes — Camp Thunderbird - Session Two is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Camp Thunderbird - Session Two?
- Camp Thunderbird - Session Two is operated by a private business, with 90 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 - Session Two provide lunch?
- Camp Thunderbird - Session Two 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.
- Does Camp Thunderbird - Session Two offer transportation?
- Camp Thunderbird - Session Two provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
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