Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 7–18 · $1,100/week
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▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 7–18

Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French)

Rural · $1,100/week

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

▌ Editor's read The Concordia Language Villages' Lac du Bois (French) website loads successfully, detailing an immersive French language and cultural program for youth. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2024, signifying compliance with over 300 health and safety standards. Founded in 1961 by Dr. W.P. Mauldin, the organization has been operating for over 60 years, offering extensive experience in language education. It is owned and operated by Concordia College. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. The program is primarily overnight, offering 1, 2, and 4-week sessions. Google reviews for 'Concordia Language Villages' average 4.8 stars from 230 reviews, with many parents praising the immersive environment and positive impact on their children's language skills and cultural awareness. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @concordialanguagevillages and a Facebook page 'ConcordiaLanguageVillages'.
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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) 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: 8659 Thistledew Rd SW, Bemidji, MN 56601
  • Phone: 218-586-8600
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Two-week sessions are typical. Price is per week estimate. Financial aid is a major focus.

Logistics

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

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

What ages does Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) accept?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) 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) cost?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) publishes $1,100/week for the standard session. USD. Two-week sessions are typical. Price is per week estimate. Financial aid is a major focus. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French)'s hours?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) 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) accredited?
Yes — Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) 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)?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) 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) provide lunch?
Yes — Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) 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) compare to other language/cultural camps in Bemidji?
Concordia Language Villages - Lac du Bois (French) 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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