ST. PAUL, Minn. – Registration is open for Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) Summer Youth Leadership Camps.

Held at MFU Lake Sarah Campground near Erskine and Sibley State Park near New London, the multi-day overnight camps provide opportunities for youth ages 9 to 18 to make new friends, build leadership skills and have fun.

“Farmers Union camps serve a unique purpose in today’s ever-changing world by offering a chance for kids to experience community, cooperation and personal growth while connecting with others from across the state,” said MFU Education Director Winona Anderson. “Our campers come from all walks of life – you don’t have to be a farm kid to find the joy in Farmers Union camps. We value creating space for kids to just be kids and emphasize this by hosting tech-free camps. It’s truly incredible watching our campers unplug and reconnect with their peers, and the natural world around them. That’s what summer camp is all about.”

Camp dates and locations:

• Northern camp for ages 9 to 13, Monday, June 23 to Friday June 27, MFU Lake Sarah Campground, Erskine
• Southern Elementary Camp for ages 8 to 11, Tuesday, July 8 to Friday, July 11, Sibley State Park, New London
• Southern Junior Camp for ages 11 to 14, Monday, July 14 to Friday, July 18, Sibley State Park, New London
• Senior High Camp for ages 14 to 18, Sunday, July 20 to Friday, July 25

New this year, MFU is hosting two three-day day camps. The camps are targeted for children ages 6 to 11 and are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Day camp dates and locations:

• Twin Cities Day Camp, June 10-12, St. Paul
• Southern Day Camp, Aug. 5-7, Albert Lea

For more information on camp, including prices, policies and theme nights, go to mfu.org/camp.

About Minnesota Farmers Union

Minnesota Farmers Union works to protect and enhance the economic interests and quality of life of family farmers and ranchers and rural communities. MFU is a nonprofit membership-based organization. Membership is open to everyone. Learn more and join at www.mfu.org and follow MFU on Facebook, X, Bluesky and Instagram.

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Minnesota Farmers Union—Standing for Agriculture, Working for Farmers (www.mfu.org).