Expanding Day Camp

Jun 27, 2024 | Voyageur

This year, we are thrilled to expand our day camp opportunities at Voyageur! These day camp sessions provide an excellent introduction for first-time campers, offering a more comfortable and accessible experience for both youth and their families. Day camps serve as a...

Games with Nick

Jun 21, 2024 | Voyageur

Field games are a camp classic, and at Voyageur Environmental Center (VEC), they are an essential part of our approach to Social Emotional Learning (SEL) through play. These games are not only enjoyable but also crucial for supporting emotional regulation, fostering...

Reducing Waste with VEC

Jun 13, 2024 | Voyageur

At Voyageur Environmental Center (VEC), waste reduction education is a key component of programming, teaching youth the importance of managing the overabundance of waste we produce and empowering them to create more sustainable and equitable solutions.  Waste...

A Look into Voyageur’s Garden & Greenhouse

Jun 7, 2024 | Voyageur

One of the many highlights at BGCTC’s Voyageur Environmental Center (VEC) is the Garden Program. Through hands-on activities, Club youth learn about topics such as food production, composting, pollinator conservation, protecting water quality, and the impact of...

Heart of VEC’s Waterfront Programs!

Jun 4, 2024 | Voyageur

Located at the heart of BGCTC’s Voyageur Environmental Learning Center (VEC) property is a breathtaking waterfront area nestled on beautiful Little Long Lake in Mound, Minnesota. This waterfront area is a core component of environmental education programming and...

Support Nature’s Classroom!

Jun 28, 2023 | Voyageur

RESIDENTIAL CAMPING IS BACK at BGCTC’s Voyageur Environmental Center for summer 2023! Now, in full swing, we are happy to share that our first week of camp was a wild success and full of lots of learning. From team building exercises to guided...