Camp Cormorant Sessions & Registration Information
View upcoming Camp Cormorant session dates, details, prices, and descriptions below! We can't wait to see you in Summer 2026!
Overnight Camps: June 7 - August 12, 2026
Day Camps: July 5 - August 12, 2026
Family Camp: July 31 - August 2, 2026
Pricing Schedule - Book early and save!
Sep 1 - Oct 1, 2025: $50 off 2025 rates
Nov 1, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026: 2025 rates
Feb 1 - Apr 30, 2026: $10 increase of 2025 rate
May 1 - Aug 12, 2026: $25 increase of 2025 rate
Camp sessions, themes, and cabins are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and may fill throughout the summer. If there is a particular camp or session that you would like, we recommend registering early to ensure your spot!
Camp Descriptions
In addition to activities unique to each camp, we'll have tons of fun with traditional summer camp activities like kayaking, water trampoline, boat rides, archery, sports & games, campfires and more!
| Camp | Description | Ages |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure | Explore a variety of traditional camp activities - like horseback riding, ropes course, archery, crafts, swimming, kayaking, campfires, and more! | 7 - 14 |
| Art | Explore art techniques like drawing, painting, screen printing and more! 20 campers/session. | 7 - 14 |
| Fishing | Learn about baiting, hooking, seining for minnows, and other techniques as we pursue fish in Big Cormorant Lake! Camp provides supplies/equipment or bring your own. 8 campers/session. | 9 - 14 |
| Horsemanship | Learn basic riding techniques, horsemanship skills, proper care/grooming of horses and more as we explore camp's extensive riding trails! | 10 - 14 |
| Photography | Learn digital photography basics - like composition, portrait/landscape photography, aperture, and more - in the beautiful environment of camp! Camp provides supplies/equipment or bring your own! 4 campers/session | 10 - 14 |
| Ropes Course | Campers will complete the high and low ropes challenge courses, climb the wall, ride the zip line, and learn proper safety techniques. 12 campers/session. | 10 - 14 |
| Water Ski | Spend time on the lake learning water skiing skills, like getting up on two skis, one ski, wake boards, and knee boards. 6 campers/session | 11 - 14 |
| Wilderness | Learn all about outdoor and wilderness skills - including hiking, archery, camping in the woods, outdoor cooking, and more! 20 campers/session. | 7 - 14 |
| Family Camp | Unplug and spend time together at camp! Include meals, kayaking, horseback riding, campfires, swimming, and more. Limited to 11 Families | All Ages Welcome! |
Registration
The remaining balance of camp needs to be paid two weeks prior to attending camp. You may pay using your online account, in person, or by mail.
Make checks payable to: YMCA of the Northern Sky (please include child’s name, camp, and camp session in the memo)
If you would like to put money in your camper’s store account, you may do this at either YMCA location or at your camper’s check-in via check or cash.
Mail to:
YMCA of the Northern Sky
400 1st Avenue S.
Fargo, ND 58103
Attn: Camp Cormorant
Financial Assistance
We are happy to offer financial assistance so that everyone can participate in summer camp, regardless of their ability to pay.
If you would like to apply for financial assistance, please complete the following steps:
1. Register for a camp.
2. Pay the camp deposit.
3. Complete and submit the financial assistance form.
Please submit your completed camp registration form and scholarship form at one time. Do not mail separately. Funds will be dispersed on a first come, first serve basis. It is within your best interest to submit this application as soon as possible. Any application not fulfilling the steps may not be considered for scholarship. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dee at 701.364.4130.