Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 7–18 · $1,200/week
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▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 7–18

Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp

Concordia Language Villages - French Village · $1,200/week

Immersive French language and cultural experience for youth in a natural setting.

▌ Editor's read The Concordia Language Villages website loads successfully and provides information on their French Youth Camp, among other language programs. The organization is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to industry standards for safety and program quality. The 'About Us' section indicates the program was founded in 1961 by Dr. Gerhard Haukebo, meaning it has been operating for over 60 years. The camp is owned and operated by Concordia College, Moorhead, classifying it as a university-owned program. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks as part of their hiring process. The program is primarily an overnight camp, offering immersive experiences. Google reviews for 'Concordia Language Villages' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 230 reviews, with many reviewers praising the immersive environment and dedicated staff. Social media handles found include @concordialanguagevillages on Instagram and ConcordiaLanguageVillages on Facebook.
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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 - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp 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

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 7–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 8657 Common Rd, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
  • Phone: 218-243-1100
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Approximately $1,050-$1,200/week for one-week sessions. Two-week and four-week sessions also available at different rates. Financial aid available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp

What ages does Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp accept?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp 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 - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp cost?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp publishes $1,200/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp's hours?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp 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 - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp accredited?
Yes — Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp 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 - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp 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 - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp 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 - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp compare to other language/cultural camps in Bemidji?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) Youth Camp 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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