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Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes

Ely · $1,695/week

Leave your routine behind for an extraordinary backpacking and rock climbing journey through Pisgah National Forrest.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, detailing an Outward Bound course in the Boundary Waters. Outward Bound is a non-profit organization, and this specific program is an overnight wilderness expedition for young adults, focusing on canoeing and high ropes. The website mentions that all staff undergo criminal background checks and are trained in wilderness first aid. While this specific course is not individually listed on the ACA directory, Outward Bound as an organization has a strong reputation for safety and quality. Google reviews for 'Outward Bound' generally reflect positive experiences, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, highlighting transformative experiences and skilled instructors. The program emphasizes developing leadership, communication, and resilience through challenging outdoor activities.
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Who thrives here Ages 14–25

Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in adventure, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Adventure
  • Ages: 14–25
  • Hours: Full Day
  • Address: Voyageur Outward Bound School, 11847 Boundary Waters Rd, Ely, MN 55731
  • Phone: 866-467-7651
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

↗ What parents like

  • Backpacking and rock climbing
  • College credit available
  • Develop leadership skills

↘ Watch for

  • Requires physical fitness
  • Phone-free experience

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes

What ages does Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes accept?
Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes is open to children ages 14–25. 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 Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes cost?
Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes publishes $1,695/week for the standard session. That sits 33% above the $1,275 median for adventure camps in Ely — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes's hours?
Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes runs Full Day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes?
Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes provide lunch?
Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes 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.
How does Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes compare to other adventure camps in Ely?
Boundary Waters – Canoe & High Ropes is one of 18 adventure camps in Ely 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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