Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 7–18 · $1,425/week
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▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 7–18

Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois)

Bemidji · $1,425/week

Immersive French language and cultural experience in a village setting.

▌ Editor's read The Concordia Language Villages website loads successfully and provides extensive information about its programs. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2024, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The organization was founded by Erhard F. Friedrich and has been operating for over 60 years, starting in 1961, as stated on their 'About Us' page. Concordia Language Villages is owned by Concordia College, making its owner type 'university'. The program type is primarily overnight, offering immersive experiences for various age groups. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Concordia Language Villages' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 347 reviews, with many reviewers praising the immersive language environment and dedicated staff. The camp emphasizes a 'no English' policy to foster complete immersion in the target language and culture.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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University programRun by an academic institution
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Who thrives here Ages 7–18

Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. language/cultural programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 7–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
  • Phone: (800) 222-4750
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $1425 for a one-week youth session.

↗ What parents like

  • Immersive language learning
  • Cultural activities
  • Beautiful natural setting

↘ Watch for

  • Pricey for a one-week camp

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois)

What ages does Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) accept?
Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) is open to children ages 7–18. 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 Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) cost?
Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) publishes $1,425/week for the standard session. $1425 for a one-week youth session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois)'s hours?
Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) 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 Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) accredited?
Yes — Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois)?
Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) is operated by a university program, with 60 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 Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) provide lunch?
Yes — Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) compare to other language/cultural camps in Bemidji?
Concordia Language Villages – French Village (Lac du Bois) is one of 78 language/cultural camps in Bemidji that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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