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Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe

Long Lake

A multi-week wilderness expedition in the Boundary Waters, focusing on canoeing and leadership skills for teens.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific course page for Outward Bound's Boundary Waters Intercept Canoe program, which is part of the larger Outward Bound organization. Outward Bound is a non-profit educational organization that has been operating since 1962, though this specific course is for high school students. The program is an overnight wilderness expedition focusing on canoeing, portaging, navigation, and leadership development. While the specific course page doesn't list ACA accreditation, the broader Outward Bound organization is a recognized leader in outdoor education. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in wilderness first aid. Google reviews for 'Outward Bound' generally show a high rating (e.g., 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for 'Outward Bound USA' on Google Maps), with themes highlighting transformative experiences, skilled instructors, and personal growth. Social media handles found on the main Outward Bound site are @outwardbound for Instagram and OutwardBound for Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 14–17

Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe 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: 14–17
  • Hours: Full Day
  • Address: 11240 Outward Bound Rd, Long Lake, MN 55609
  • Phone: 866-467-7651
  • Cost notes: USD Price data unreliable - TBD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe

What ages does Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe accept?
Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe is open to children ages 14–17. 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 Intercept – Canoe cost?
Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD Price data unreliable - TBD. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe's hours?
Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe 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 Intercept – Canoe?
Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe 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 Intercept – Canoe provide lunch?
Yes — Boundary Waters Intercept – Canoe 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.

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