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Swift Nature Camp

A Wisconsin Summer Camp for children

Enthusiasm is FreeFUN is how we choose to live! Forget about summer boredom, Because there is fun in everything we do, you’ll be smiling no matter what the activity is! From swimming, jumping on our water trampoline, shooting at archery, boating, fishing, singing, crazy craft making, or playing with animals - you’ll have a blast. Who knows, maybe you’ll even discover a new talent or passion at our Wisconsin summer camp!

 

Persevere and GrowFRIENDSHIPS are true and lasting! Because our camp family is filled with kindness and caring towards everyone, you will make new friends easily! From day one you’ll have an entire cabin of new friends. Your counselors will be a understanding, and unbelievably crazy and energetic. Campers find that SNC is a place where you can be yourself. It’s a place where friends are sure to love and appreciate the true you! In no time at all you’ll have more friendship bracelets than you can count!

 

Laugh and Explore OutsideADVENTURE TRIPS await you! Whether you are a novice or an expert, you’ll find that camping trips will be some of your fondest memories! SNC’s awesome counselors are there to help you every step of the way while you canoe down scenic rivers, hike through forests, and even take bike trips. We can’t wait to explore the world with you. Camping under millions of stars, singing songs around a fire, and jumping into waterfalls are just more of the fun you will have at SNC.

 

 

Care For Furry FriendsNATURE is bursting with life! At SNC, there are islands that need exploring, frogs that need catching, and ice cream to taste made from wild berries picked by you! Our Nature Center is filled with amazing animals to learn about and play with! Whether you’re a nature nut or someone a little nervous about the woods, we’ll help you find the best sunsets, spot highflying eagles, and discover what makes our planet worth protecting!

 

 

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We’ve got it all! Come to the place you'll never forget. Come to Swift Nature Camp, your summer home is waiting!

"Swift Nature Camp is an Overnight Children's Summer Camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 located in Wisconsin. Our focus is to blend traditional summer camp activities while increasing a child's appreciation for nature, science and the environment."

  • Special First Timer Camp
  • 2,3 & 6 weeks
  • Small Size
  • Non competitive
  • Science, Nature, Animals
  • Water & Land Activities
  • Canoe & Hiking Trips
  • Non-denominational

"Parents, at SNC we use Adventure, Learning and Kindness all in a Natural setting to promote each childs personal development. Campers tell us, that our nurturing atmosphere gives them confidence to make friends easily and to try new activities. yet most rewarding is hearing that SNC allows each camper to truly be themselves. When your SNC camper returns home more Responsible, Resilient and Kinder you will know your decision to send your child to SNC was the right one."

 

2026 Summer Camp Counselor Jobs
Please Read All Information Before Completing The Job Application

Welcome to the Swift Nature Camp Family. With your help we will provide a valuable learning experience for everyone involved. For those who have been counselors before, you know that camp provides an experience like no other, for those joining us for the first time, you will be part of that special magic that only happens at camp. Camp is an unique environment where lifelong friends are made and each family member realizes the positive impact they can make on each other and the world. It is the hardest job in the world but you will receive so much if you give it your all. Camp Jobs Are Resume Builders because they provide Real world Experience & Traspherable Skills.

 

MAKING SILLY FACESStaff Goals

  • Be Safe Physical & Emotional Safety is our first priority.

    Be a Counselor Relationships are more important than authority.

    Be Kid Like –Help kids be kids. Lead by example, play & laugh.

    Be Intentional Know what you want from yourself and campers.

    Try New Things –Campers and staff alike take a chance

    Embrace Nature Learn and respect the natural world.

    Mutual Respect Treating everyone with kindness and respect

 

 

***Available camp jobs for 2026***
Online Staff Application (limited international student J1 visa)

* Camp Nurse Assistant - Nursing Student to help our RN with everything at the Health Center. Internship

* Camp Photographer - Daily Take Pictures & Video, social media, and make photobooks. Internship available

* Male Counselors (6 positions left) live in cabin, daily camper responsibility (may have a specialty)

* Female Counselors (4 positions left) live in cabin, daily camper responsibility (may have a specialty)

* Arts & Crafts Instructor-Experience guiding children in making gifts their parents would be proud to recieve.

* Nature Center Director-Experience teaching hands on nature & science

* Lego Director-Teach lego basics and supervise building

* Tripping Director -Experience in canoeing, biking and backpack trips

* Archery Instructor-Experience and certification in teaching Archery to children

* Riflery Instructor-Experience and certification in teaching riflery to children

* Sailing Director -Experience in teaching canoing and sailing

* Counselor in Training (CIT) Director-teach 16/17 year olds how to be good staff

* Cook helper-Experience working in kitchens and preparing meals for 100's

* Camp Nurse - A Wisconsin RN that wishes to live in the northwoods of Wisconsin

* Swimming Director (WSI, Lifeguard)-Experience in swimming and can teach

* Team Course Instructor-Experience in teaching team building activities

If you are interested in one of the above specialties please mention it on the application

 

Are you ready to be a camp counselor?  Take the Emotional Quiz

 
 Make a Difference in a Kid's Life! 
As a counselor the needs of our campers come First.
Our goal is to guide campers, set examples for them, and help them to make good decisions.
This is not easy, it requires us to think of others before ourselves.

 


...and Dance like nobody is watching

 

*SNC is an equal opportunity employers.and we do not discriminate on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability 

Winter

25 Baybrook Ln.

Oak Brook, IL 60523

Phone: 630-654-8036

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Camp

W7471 Ernie Swift Rd.

Minong, WI 54859

Phone: 715-466-5666

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