What ages does Swift Nature Camp accept?

Swift Nature Camp is open to children ages 6–15. 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 Swift Nature Camp cost?

Swift Nature Camp publishes $950/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Swift Nature Camp accredited?

Yes — Swift Nature Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 50 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 Swift Nature Camp?

Swift Nature Camp is operated by a private business, with 50 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 Swift Nature Camp provide lunch?

Swift Nature Camp 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.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 6–15

Swift Nature Camp

Minong · $950/week · ★ 4.5 (23 reviews)

A traditional nature-focused overnight camp in Wisconsin, emphasizing outdoor education and animal care.

▌ Editor's read Swift Nature Camp's website loads successfully. The camp is ACA accredited, with their accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their homepage. The 'About Us' section indicates the camp has been operating for over 50 years, founded by Jeff and Lonnie. They state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on their 'Staff' page. The camp explicitly mentions conducting background checks for all staff on their 'Staff' page, stating "All staff are background checked." Swift Nature Camp is an overnight program, as indicated throughout the website. The camp has active Instagram (@swiftnaturecamp) and Facebook (@SwiftNatureCamp) presences.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 197650+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 6–15

Swift Nature Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right outdoors/nature fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 1976 (50 years)
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Outdoors/Nature
Ages: 6–15
Address: N8497 County Rd D, Minong, WI 54859
Phone: 630-654-8036
Email: [email protected]

6 sessions (2 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 5 to Aug 15.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Discovery Camp Jun 5 – 12, 2026 · 2 weeks · $950
Pathfinder Camp Jun 14 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $1,900
Explorer 1 Jun 28 – Jul 17, 2026 · 3 weeks · $2,700
Adventurer Camp Jun 28 – Aug 7, 2026 · 6 weeks · $5,200
Explorer 2 Jul 19 – Aug 7, 2026 · 3 weeks · $2,700
Canadian Canoe Trip Aug 11 – 15, 2026 · 1 week · $850

↗ What parents like

Small camp size
Focus on nature and science

↘ Watch for

Limited session options
Not for older teens

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Swift Nature Camp

What ages does Swift Nature Camp accept?: Swift Nature Camp is open to children ages 6–15. 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 Swift Nature Camp cost?: Swift Nature Camp publishes $950/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Swift Nature Camp accredited?: Yes — Swift Nature Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 50 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 Swift Nature Camp?: Swift Nature Camp is operated by a private business, with 50 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 Swift Nature Camp provide lunch?: Swift Nature Camp 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.

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Swift Nature Camp · Ages 6–15 · $1,400/week
Swift Nature Camp · Minong, WI · Ages 6–15 · $950/week
Camp Birch Trail · Irma, WI · Ages 7–15 · $2,100/week