Set on the beautiful and historic Pillsbury College campus, Camp Pillsbury offers Summer Camp for 1, 2,3,5, 6 or 9-week sessions for boys and girls ages 6 to 17. Camp Pillsbury in Owatonna, Minnesota offers campers endless opportunities to hone their skills in fun and outstanding summer camp programs.
Our camp caters to campers from 6-17 years old. Campers design their own unique schedule. Our premier programs are coached by staff members accomplished in their fields of expertise. Campers will improve and focus on 3 majors they take every day for a session. The end of the session culminates in a performance day for the camp, parents and community!
Our camp caters to campers from 6-17 years old. Campers design their own unique schedule. Our premier programs are coached by staff members accomplished in their fields of expertise. Campers will improve and focus on 3 majors they take every day for a session. The end of the session culminates in a performance day for the camp, parents and community!
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Summer Camp in Minnesota is a great choice. Summer has a unique vibrancy in the northern states and this unique energy makes our campus in Owatonna, Minnesota the natural choice for kids ready to have some fun. Minnesota's natural beauty is unmatched and combined with the activities and curriculum that your child is passionate about; you have a recipe for the best summer camp ever!
YOUNG CAMPER DISCOUNT: 10% discount for campers who are age 6, 7 or 8 at the start of the registered session. Performance Day is a full day of shows and exhibitions put on by the campers. The specific schedule will be announced and emailed to each family prior to each performance day. Feel free to spend the day, picnic, hang out and see the performances your camper has worked so hard to present.
Camp Pillsbury offers 2 week sessions and 1 three week session where a complete JR broadway musical is learned and performed by campers. In 2021 Annie was performed wonderfully by many campers who had never done a play before.
From Day one, campers will be immersed in the wonderful activities, bonding with their friends, eating meals, adventuring on adventure days and of course, culminating to the Performance days for their family, camp and community.The session begins with an opening campfire and concert, followed by a 6-minor day when we will hold auditions for performance ensembles and campers will be able to try the different activities that attracts them.
From Day one, campers will be immersed in the wonderful activities, bonding with their friends, eating meals, adventuring on adventure days and of course, culminating to the Performance days for their family, camp and community.The session begins with an opening campfire and concert, followed by a 6-minor day when we will hold auditions for performance ensembles and campers will be able to try the different activities that attracts them.
Campers live in spacious modern dorm rooms with ample storage areas for belongings, plenty of electrical outlets, and a large comfortable common area. Each dorm has well-ventilated, clean interior bathroom facilities. Healthy, great tasting, hot and cold food choices are offered at every meal. Plenty of vegetable choices, a salad bar with fresh seasonal fruits, and healthy protein options are always available for lunch and dinner.
Our Counselor in Training Leadership Program Teaches Teens How to Become Confident Leaders. The Camp Pillsbury Counselor in Training Leadership Program is designed for our older campers interested in transitioning from camper to counselor or learning what it takes to become a strong and effective leader.
Reviews (15)
Leanne Woodward
Jul 25, 2021
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I'm very disappointed with Camp Pillsbury's handling of the Covid pandemic. My daughter was scheduled to go to camp the summer of 2020 and when every other camp shut down and refunded the fees, Camp Pillsbury refused to do so. They said I could have a credit for 2021. Now, they have changed their stay lengths for this summer and my "credit" doesn't cover the cost. I've asked nicely for a refund and they won't even respond to me. I'm sad that after sending both my children to Camp Pillsbury for many years, they refuse to work with me on this.
Garid Meyer
Jul 23, 2021
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Fun place to visit! If you can afford to send your child here I belive they will enjoy it. I went here for a few years now and it is a fun environment. You get told the layout of what to do and how to do them. A few fun activities are archery, Rockband, waterfront, etc. (For a full list look on the website.) It is a place to practice things and enjoy doing them.
Samantha S.
Jul 17, 2021
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My very close friend Erin Duffy unfortunately arrived at you're guys' camp on July 10 2021, we talked about it before she left and she thought she was going to have a good experience. It is now July 17th 2021 and you're staff is ignoring her while she is in pain. She is sitting in her bed with aches and chills along with an extremely swollen throat. she communicated to me numerous times and said she talked to your staff about it and you were not proactive about the situation at all. how selfish, she should get care right away. Her father called and talked to the counselor and Erin
Christene W.
Feb 06, 2020
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Do not allow your child to go here. Lack of supervision is an understatement. This is a school for troubled youth with international college students as staff. Ask how many students have urgently been removed within the past year, by parents, due to discovery, before allowing your child to attend this school.
D. F.
Jan 23, 2020
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My daughter has attended this camp the past three years and really can't seem to get enough. She tells us it feels like a home away from home - she just settles right in and is never bored. They have a very unique structure with the ability to focus on some activities for the entire duration (sessions they pick/attend every day - she chose aerial circus, hip hop, and fashion design as her majors) and the rest of the day in a good variety of fine and creative arts, circus and sports, and many other opportunities that engage the mind and body of their campers.
Ian Shkaberin
Jan 04, 2020
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I’ve been going to Camp Pillsbury for two years, and each year I go I love it even more. The general atmosphere is amazing, and I have made many friends that I will have even after I leave camp. In fact, I still talk with a few of these friends just about every week. The counselors are very supportive and fun, so your kids will never be bored. There are plenty of activities for you to choose what to do during your day, and they fit any desires your child might have. This camp encourages people to try new things, and I tried musical theatre last year and really enjoyed it. The food is also really
Antoinette M.
Dec 17, 2019
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Lies! my son went there up until October 2019 when i found out they were having the children move cement blocks and clear demolished construction sites on the compound.We are in the process of reporting to the Child labor Department in Minnesota. They promise Ice Hockey, Technical/Digital Arts, Visual Arts and Music Programs:Instrumental, Music, Musical Theatre, MXTV, Orchestra Instruments, Recycling Club, Visual and Fine Arts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery Club, Baseball, Basketball Club, Cheerleaders, Golf Club, Gymnastics, Ice Skating, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball. Horses.
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Recreational Athletic Programs:
Archery Club, Baseball, Basketball Club, Cheerleaders, Golf Club, Gymnastics, Ice Skating, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball. Horses.
NONE OF
Lisa Memberr
Oct 20, 2019
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My grandchildren have attended Camp Pillsbury for the past two summers. They started with two weeks and last summer my granddaughter attended for 4 weeks. She really wanted to stay another session.
The activities are numerous, the experiences are memorable, and the friendship priceless.
It is such pleasure to know my grandchildren are in a wonderful learning and interactive environment during the hot summer. We live in Arizona, summer is very hot, forcing you to pretty much stay inside during the day.
Going to Camp Pillsbury allows them to spend more time outdoors.
Lisa M.
The activities are numerous, the experiences are memorable, and the friendship priceless.
It is such pleasure to know my grandchildren are in a wonderful learning and interactive environment during the hot summer. We live in Arizona, summer is very hot, forcing you to pretty much stay inside during the day.
Going to Camp Pillsbury allows them to spend more time outdoors.
Lisa M.
Rebecca Fremo
Oct 16, 2019
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My youngest kiddo tried Camp Pillsbury for the first time this summer, and we are AMAZED by what he experienced. He loved the other kids so much, as well as the staff. He came home with some real confidence in himself as a performer and a recognition that he had "found his people." He's definitely going back again this summer. A really interesting set of experiences for kids who really want to try new things.
Jessica S.
Sep 21, 2019
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Camp Pillsbury has been like a summer home for the kids for a few years now and they still want to return. Gentle, fun spirits care for the kids and help them to form healthy relationships and self-care. Thanks for all that you do in helping us to raise healthy adults, Jody and the other camp counselors!
Shawna Shubinsky
Jul 15, 2019
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Ann Watanabe
Jun 30, 2019
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My daughter has attended the last two summers, and each time comes home excitedly waiting until she can go back again! She’s an older teen and loved trying things she would never get a chance to (woodworking, flying trapeze, juggling, gymnastics, etc.). The counselors are awesome and she really appreciates the international aspect of counselors who come from many countries. The only downfall is she’d prefer to spend many weeks at Pillsbury!
Natalie G.
Aug 22, 2018
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During the camp session, it was discovered that my daughter and her cousin had lice. The counselors failed to treat it appropriately. They did not read the instructions and did not have the children shampoo out the treatment. They instructed the children not to wash their hair. The children had a horrible week during which they were not allowed to participate in some of their activities and were not allowed to participate in the final program. Upon pickup, they were taken for hours of treatment to deal with the raging infestation. I would never leave a child with this organization overnight again
Sky Repoz
Aug 15, 2016
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This is the best camp ever. It is amazing what kids learn in two weeks. The music department is so cool and really professional. The trapeze folks are artists with fantastic teaching skills. The food is great. Everyone just has fun. The staff the best in the country. Camp Pillsbury is the best kept secret in MN and when the word gets out you won't be able to get in.
L. W.
Jul 21, 2016
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My daughters are thoroughly enjoying their second week at Camp Pillsbury. They have been able to try many activities that are new to them -- from woodworking to trapeze. They have developed courage, confidence and new interests and skills. My children have also been given opportunities to improve their skills in activities they had already been involved in such as dance and photography. The counselors are fun and supportive of the campers. The camp is well staffed. In some activities, campers receive almost one-on-one attention. My children like the fact that the camp staff is comprised of