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Youth Programs Overview

Our youth programs are designed for ages 5–18, giving kids the chance to discover new passions, step away from screens and build skills that last a lifetime. Through our immersive summer camps and leadership opportunities, participants learn by doing, connect with peers and grow into confident leaders.

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Welcome to Youth Programming

Participation in our youth programs provides young people with the opportunity to learn and practice a variety of different skills that we believe hold value for our communities. Our goal is for participants to learn leadership skills, social responsibility, cooperative principles, resilience and consensus-building and team problem-solving skills.

Overnight Camps

Overnight Camps

Campers build confidence through hands-on lessons, shared adventures, and cabin life.

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Day Camps

Day Camps

A blend of learning and outdoor fun to build confidence for future overnight adventures

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Youth Leaders

Youth Leaders

Building responsibility and leadership skills by mentoring younger campers and helping to shape programming.

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Other Youth Programs

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FFA & 4H Partnerships

We are proud to stand alongside 4-H and FFA in our shared commitment to preparing the next generation for leadership in agriculture and rural life. Through long-standing collaborations, sponsorships and event partnerships, we help provide youth with recognition, scholarships and hands-on learning opportunities.

Host a Youth Program

By providing a site and a date, your county can open the door for young people to experience hands-on learning, leadership development and the joy of camp. With our counselors and programming in place, all that’s needed is a community ready to welcome the opportunity.

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Support the Future of Farming in Minnesota

MFUF works to protect and enhance the economic interests and quality of life of family farmers and rural communities through education and collaboration. Your support furthers our work in education, connection and building an economy that is resilient, distributed and fair.