Camp Voyageur

Camp Voyageur offers the Wilderness Adventure Camp for Boys. Campers choose from in-camp activities three times a day, and the daily schedule includes fitness clubs, rise & shine, breakfast, cabin inspection, morning activities, free swim, lunch, afternoon activities, rest period and free time, dinner, evening program, swim and free time, and lights out. Boys live together in cabins and share chores, and campers of all ages travel together on the trail, where older boys navigate for the group and help younger campers.

Programs

• Wilderness Adventure Camp for Boys — 10-18 · Two-, four-, six-, and eight-week sessions

At a glance

• Ages: 10–18 years old
• General schedule: Daily schedule includes fitness clubs, rise & shine, breakfast, cabin inspection, morning activities, free swim, lunch, afternoon activities, rest period & free time, dinner, evening program, swim & free time, and lights out. Campers choose from in-camp activities three times a day.

About the provider

Camp Voyageur was founded by Charlie Erdmann in 1951. The camp is led by Camp Director John Erdmann, and the family mission is championed by John, Deb, and Vicky Erdmann. It meets American Camp Association accreditation standards, and staff are certified in lifeguarding and wilderness first aid.

Partial scholarships available, contact for details. Campers of all ages travel together on the trail. Older boys navigate for the group and help younger campers. Returning campers over age 14 can qualify for Advanced Trips. Trip options include wilderness trips in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, Quetico-Superior region, Lake Superior North Shore, Isle Royale, Apostle Islands, and beyond.

What families say

“Ethan arrived at Camp Voyageur unsure of himself. He came home transformed. More confident, more purposeful, and with a sense of who he is that he could only develop for himself. We will always see that summer as a turning point.” — Parent, 2024

Last updated November 4, 2026.