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Backpacker Magazine set out to find the best cities to raise kids in Nature. Suprisingly, or maybe not, Duluth was ranked in the top 25. These are the best places in America to “beat Nature Deficit Disorder.” Read more atOutdoors Camp. That’s not too surprising when you think about all the incredible fun outdoor things to do around Swift Nature camp. Remember Lake Superior, Apostle Islands, Amnion Falls, Superior Hiking Trail and THe Boundary Waters. So nest summer do What Back Packer Magazine Recommends go Play Outside in the Northwoods of Minnesota.
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Recently Backpacker Magazine set out to find the best cities to raise kids in Nature. Suprisingly, or maybe not, Duluth was ranked in the top 25. These are the best places in America to “beat Nature Deficit Disorder.” Read more at Outdoors Camp. That’s not too surprising when you think about all the incredible fun outdoor things to do around Swift Nature camp. Remember Lake Superior, Apostle Islands, Amnion Falls, Superior Hiking Trail and THe Boundary Waters. So nest summer do What Back Packer Magazine Recommends go Play Outside in the Northwoods of Minnesota.

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3 weeks was not enough, next year I want to stay for 6 weeks.

3 weeks was not enough, next year I want to stay for 6 weeks.

Samantha
I really liked the Animals in the Nature Center.

I really liked the Animals in the Nature Center.

Forrest
I like the new friends I made, we still chat on Facebook.

I like the new friends I made, we still chat on Facebook.

Kat
In the cabin our counselors made it feel like a respectful loving family.

In the cabin our counselors made it feel like a respectful loving family.

Kim
I cried for days after leaving my SNC family of friends.

I cried for days after leaving my SNC family of friends.

Charlotte
I liked swimming every day in the lake.

I liked swimming every day in the lake.

Lauren
When I returned home I loved telling my parents about my SNC adventures.

When I returned home I loved telling my parents about my SNC adventures.

Zach
The New Lego building is a wonderful place to be creative and make friends.

The New Lego building is a wonderful place to be creative and make friends.

Reese
I like being out in Nature and away from the city sounds and lights.

I like being out in Nature and away from the city sounds and lights.

Stephen
The Canoe trips are the best, I always feel like an explorer.

The Canoe trips are the best, I always feel like an explorer.

Matt
Being independant and making my own decisions was great.

Being indépendant and making my own decisions was great.

Susan
I liked that it was non-competitive and everyone was kind.

I liked that it was non-competitive and everyone was kind.

Chris
I was surprised how most of the kids were like me, kind, fun and liked being outside.

I was surprised how most of the kids were like me, kind, fun and liked being outside.

Billy
I thought I would miss my electronics, but it was no problem.

I thought I would miss my electronics, but it was no problem.

Sandy
I was excited to get my Archery Achievement Award, it took dedication.

I was excited to get my Archery Achievement Award, it took dedication.

Charlie
I want to go back to SNC.

I want to go back to SNC.

Wyatt
I like learning about Nature and hearing the Loons at night.

I like learning about Nature and hearing the Loons at night.

Nate
I gained so much independence being at camp for 2 weeks.

I gained so much independence being at camp for 2 weeks.

Jenny
This is my 5th summer, I love it.

This is my 5th summer, I love it.

Tyler
I liked that all the activities were in a non-competitive atmosphere.

I liked that all the activities were in a non-competitive atmosphere.

Mike
Their is something Magical about SNC, Friends, Activities, Nature, It's all Great.

Their is something Magical about SNC, Friends, Activities, Nature, It's all Great.

Derrick
I like making beaded animals and friendship bracelets in Arts & Crafts.

I like making beaded animals and friendship bracelets in Arts & Crafts.

Kia
Riding horses on a trail in the woods was Awesome.

Riding horses on a trail in the woods was Awesome.

Amber
The 1st timer camp was good cause we were all the same.

The 1st timer camp was good cause we were all the same.

Justin
When we went hiking it was hard but the sites from the hill were breathtaking.

When we went hiking it was hard but the sites from the hill were breathtaking.

Zach
My friend had been here and he was right... it's a blast.

My friend had been here and he was right... it's a blast.

Sean
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I'm kinda sad, this is my last summer, wish I had started younger.

Matt
Meeting new people from around the world is amazing.

Meeting new people from around the world is amazing.

Katie
I liked that my counselors were friendly and encouraged me to try new things.

I liked that my counselors were friendly and encouraged me to try new things.

Lucy
SNC is about NO cliques.

SNC is about NO cliques.

Tay
I liked daily picking the activities I wanted to do.

I liked daily picking the activities I wanted to do.

Lucy
It's the Funnest camp in the world, I got along with everyone.

It's the Funnest camp in the world, I got along with everyone.

Taylor
SNC is my home away from home.

SNC is my home away from home.

Brandon
I really enjoy meeting new kids from all over and counselors every year.

I really enjoy meeting new kids from all over and counselors every year.

Catherine
So many activities to choose from, we are never bored.

So many activities to choose from, we are never bored.

Cameron
Every year is a new adventure in camping, community and nature.

Every year is a new adventure in camping, community and nature.

Maddy
I enjoyed seeing what America was like.

I enjoyed seeing what America was like.

Kevin
Kindness and understanding is what camp is all about.

Kindness and understanding is what camp is all about.

Grace
I loved it all... Don't' change a thing.

I loved it all... Don't' change a thing.

Marchin
I like that we got to shoot sling shots.

I like that we got to shoot sling shots.

Ken
Camp is so much better than staying home all summer.

Camp is so much better than staying home all summer.

Erick
It took a few years but my swimming really improved.

It took a few years but my swimming really improved.

Pat
I feel completely included and accepted.

I feel completely included and accepted.

David
It is amazing having your Birthday at camp.

It is amazing having your Birthday at camp.

Marty
The small size makes SNC excellent.

The small size makes SNC excellent.

Taylor
I liked learning about nature and ecology.

I liked learning about nature and ecology.

Zach
SNC is a down to earth experience without junk food or electronics.

SNC is a down to earth experience without junk food or electronics.

Lucas
I liked the shorter first timer camp & my councilors were fun and caring.

I liked the shorter first timer camp & my councilors were fun and caring.

Sandy
Living on a lake with all the water activities is wonderful.

Living on a lake with all the water activities is wonderful.

Siena
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SNC is down to earth and not a rich kids camp.

Jason
I liked SNC because it was not a sports camp.

I liked SNC because it was not a sports camp.

Christy
Free time is the best.

Free time is the best.

Tyler
I like being away from home and out in the woods.

I like being away from home and out in the woods.

Josh
Camp friends are the best friends.

Camp friends are the best friends.

Zoe
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SNC is about trying new things, meeting new people and being on my own.

Amanda
Counselors were great.

Counselors were great.

Caitlin
I really like the Arts & Crafts Castle.

I really like the Arts & Crafts Castle.

Patryk
This was my best summer ever.

This was my best summer ever.

Ryan
I gained confidence trying new activities and meeting new folks.

I gained confidence trying new activities and meeting new folks.

Caroline
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This is my 5th summer, I love it.

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I feel accepted and loved at SNC.

Tyler
Tubing was the most Fun.

Tubing was the most Fun.

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I feel like I belong to something bigger than me, a community.

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Friends is what brings me back to SNC.

Friends is what brings me back to SNC.

Jason
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I really look forward to Pizza Night.

Sylvia
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Swift is a good fit for me, I love nature and being outside.

Angela
I got to shoot a real gun.

I got to shoot a real gun.

Conley
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My counselors were very encouraging when i was unsure of new activities.

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Making new friends is easy at Swift.

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Counselors made sure I felt included in the cabin.

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I liked coming to SNC with my sister.

Kate
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Sleep in Sundays are one of my favorite days at camp.

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I got to bring my pet from home to SNC.

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