Camp Birch Trail
A traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Northern Wisconsin, offering a wide range of activities and...
▌ Editor's read Camp Birch Trail is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid through 2025, as indicated by the ACA logo and link on their website. The camp has a long history, operating for over 90 years, founded by Elizabeth "Betty" B. Snider, as stated on their 'About Us' page. It is a non-profit organization. The website explicitly mentions a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, and also states that all staff undergo background checks and drug testing. Their 'Safety & Health' page details comprehensive safety measures. The camp maintains active social media presences on Instagram (@campbirchtrail) and Facebook (campbirchtrail).
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1936 (90 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Address: 10400 N Birch Trail Ln, Minong, WI 54859
- Phone: (715) 466-2219
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: 8 Week Tuition: Credit Card: $15800
↗ What parents like
- Focus on social-emotional learning
- Premier wilderness tripping program
↘ Watch for
- No mean girls policy enforced
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Birch Trail
- What ages does Camp Birch Trail accept?
- Camp Birch Trail is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Camp Birch Trail cost?
- Camp Birch Trail publishes $1,975/week for the standard session. 8 Week Tuition: Credit Card: $15800 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Birch Trail accredited?
- Yes — Camp Birch Trail is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Camp Birch Trail?
- Camp Birch Trail is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 90 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 Camp Birch Trail provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Birch Trail 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.
- How does Camp Birch Trail compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Minong?
- Camp Birch Trail is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Minong that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Birch Trail with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Birch Trail.
- Camp Birch Trail · Minong, WI · Ages 7–15 · $1,900/week
- Camp Birch Trail · Irma, WI · Ages 7–15 · $2,100/week
- Camp Birch Trail · Irma, WI · Ages 7–15 · $2,188/week
- Camp Birch Trail · Irma, WI · Ages 7–15 · $1,900/week
- Swift Nature Camp · Ages 6–15 · $1,400/week
- Swift Nature Camp · Ages 6–15 · $950/week
- Swift Nature Camp · Minong, WI · Ages 6–15 · $950/week
- Camp Birch Trail · Irma, WI · Ages 7–15 · $2,100/week