Camp Kooch-i-ching is a boys' wilderness overnight camp on Deer Island in Rainy Lake near International Falls, operating since 1925. It pairs an in-camp program with extensive canoe and backpacking expeditions for boys in grades 3–11, up to a 350-mile canoe trip to Hudson Bay for the oldest campers.
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★Rylan GreggorDisgusting and deeply inappropriate. This organization has been staging performances where children are dressed in stereotypical, inaccurate "costumes" and encouraged to “pretend” to be Native Americans as part of their programming. Reducing a real culture to outdated, craft-store-style props and roleplay is not education. it’s disrespectful and harmful. As a nonprofit that claims to promote education, they should know better. Cultural sensitivity, historical accuracy, and respect should be the bare minimum. Instead of continuing harmful stereotypes. Unacceptable and should be shut down. Their "land acknowledgement" statement on the website is nothing short of a slap in the face of those they harm.
★★★★★Glen GreiderAfter my visit ill tell all about it. 🤫
★★★★★Shiran MariasovMy 9 year old son Tommy had the most incredible summer at Camp Koochiching! From the very first day, he felt welcomed and quickly connected with the other campers! the canoe trip to Canada was an amazing adventure for him! he came home so proud of himself for the adventure and teamwork it took to complete it. He also absolutely loved all the classes, from learning new skills to trying things he never done before such as shooting and woodworking. I can tell he gained confidence and up to this day still he hasn’t stopped telling stories about the fun he had, the laughs he shared, and the adventures that filled every day. It’s so clear that the camp staff truly care about the kids and create such a supportive and exciting environment for them. JR is an absolute gem at camp Koochiching! His kindness, patience, and genuine care really stood out, and it made such a difference in our overall 1st time camp experience. JR has a natural way of connecting with both kids and parents, making everything feel easy and enjoyable. Our family is so grateful for all he did for us, and we couldn’t have asked for a better person to guide us. Tommy can’t wait to go back to camp next summer and as a parent, I couldn’t be happier seeing how much he grew and how many wonderful memories he made. Thank you, Camp Koochiching, for giving him such a special and unforgettable experience! The Mariasov family
★★★★★Maureen HeideMy Son is forever changed by his summers at Camp Kooch-I-Ching which he calls the biggest adventure of his life where all campers are disconnected from electronics ,social media . This allowed Connor to find his life purpose, pursue opportunities to provide hands on skills while he goes to college to achieve his goal of Teaching History and Environmental Science while working with Camp Kooch -I Ching, the National Parks, and Local Zoos.
★★★★★David DrakeMy kid loves this place. He was talking about it the whole year... What an experience. Swimming, tennis, basketball, canoeing, shooting, archery, what else would a kid want and a week in wilderness gaining life long experience this is their 99 years in service!!! they are doing it right