It’s Camporee Time!

By Tim Engstrom

LEGIONVILLE — The annual Camporee takes place Sept. 9-13 at Legionville Education Center north of Brainerd.

Members of the American Legion Family are invited for camping, fellowship and fundraising for Legionville’s youth programs.

Organizer Jody Hassing, 1st vice president for the Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary, said there will be bingo, games, social events and other fun activities for all ages.

Registration fees:

  • $125 family maximum
  • $10 per person per day (Wednesday and Thursday)
  • $15 per person per day (Friday and Saturday)
  • $5 per day for daytime visitors
  • Children ages 3 and under: Free
  • Active military: Free on Saturday

Food is available for sale with the proceeds from the sales going to Legionville.  Bundles of wood are also available for sale.

No pre-registration is required. Just show up.

“Join friends from across Minnesota for a memorable weekend of camping, community, Bingo, games, and support for a great cause at Legionville,” Hassing said.