|
Join a summer tradition on the shores of Spearhead Lake, 9 miles south of Bemidji, sponsored by the Mississippi Headwaters Audubon Society. Nature-loving kids have been coming to the YNP since 1985, spending memorable weeks wading in streams and cattail swamps, hiking and foraging on the miles of trails, canoeing and swimming, and listening wide-eyed to tales of Spearhead mysteries. Kids entering grades 2 through 12 are welcome; just bring curiosity and enthusiasm for sometimes muddy and messy fun outdoors. May 2022 Registration is now open for the 2022 Spearhead Young Naturalist Program. Sessions fill quickly so don't delay. If your summer plans change we offer refunds or switching to different sessions if there's room. If your email has changed, please send the updated contact information to ynp@spearheadmhas.org Sessions are limited to 15 campers. If a session is listed below as FULL, email us to be added to a wait list or select a different session. |
You can register two ways:
* Click REGISTER ONLINE (above); or * Click the button below and download an application form. Fill it out and mail it back to us. |
2022 PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Grades 8-12 |
Dan's Crew Session 1 |
June 20-24 |
$20/day, $90/week |
Dan’s Crew is more than just a work week. You will become part of Neilson Spearhead by experiencing what Spearhead has to offer. You will “eat” your way through the woods and work on trail maintenance and building projects while learning valuable skills such as woodcraft, survival skills and orienteering. Session 1 is FULL! as of April 8 email us to be added to the wait list
Grades 6-8 |
Pines, Lakes, & Rivers Session 4 No Overnights This Year Session 7 |
July 18-22 August 8-12 |
$180 |
By hiking and canoeing, you will explore the diverse ecology of the woodlands and waterways of Lake Spearhead.
Session 4 has 9 spaces left as of May 9 Session 7 is FULL! as of March 10 email us to be added to the wait list
Session 4 has 9 spaces left as of May 9 Session 7 is FULL! as of March 10 email us to be added to the wait list
Grades 4-6 |
Nature Mystery |
Session 3 July 11-15 Session 6 Aug 1-5 |
$180 |
Tracks, carrion, scat, bugs, rubs and gnaw marks. You will crack the code by using the puzzling clues that nature leaves behind. Hike, swim, and canoe, too. Session 3 has 2 spaces left as of May 9 Session 6 is FULL! as of March 17 email us to be added to the wait list
Grades 2-4 |
Trees, Tales, & Trails |
Session 2 June 27-July 1 Session 5 July 25-29 |
$180 |
Focused on activities for grades 2-4, explore the woods and waters as you learn about everything from tasty plants and bugs, to trees and birds. There will be lots of fun but don’t expect to stay clean.
Session 2 has 1 space left as of May 9 Session 5 has 8 spaces left as of May 9
Session 2 has 1 space left as of May 9 Session 5 has 8 spaces left as of May 9
All Ages |
Family Week Session 8 |
August 15-19 |
$180 |
Siblings, friends and parents welcome during this week of favorite Young Naturalist activities. Swim in the warm sparkling waters of Spearhead Lake, try canoeing, hike on the trails, play games, and listen to the legends of Spearhead. Parents can join their kids at half the registration fee.
Session 8 is FULL! as of May 9
Session 8 is FULL! as of May 9
10% discount for MHAS Chapter members, OR 10% discount for each sibling of first camper.
Use the code "MHAS Member" or "Sibling" when you check out.
Call 218-586-3414 or email ynp@spearheadmhas.org for more information on the 2022 Young Naturalist Program. Contact number during the sessions is 218-214-2312
Use the code "MHAS Member" or "Sibling" when you check out.
Call 218-586-3414 or email ynp@spearheadmhas.org for more information on the 2022 Young Naturalist Program. Contact number during the sessions is 218-214-2312
|
|
The YNP Scholarship Fund needs your support! Your contribution will help us provide partial scholarships to children who otherwise wouldn't be able to have this unique, summer experience.
|