Camp Rutabaga - Camp Rutabaga

We are stoked to announce the Second Annual

August 28-30, 2026
Camp Manito-wish YMCA
Boulder Junction, Wisconsin

Registration is open! If you are struggling with a choice between two classes or tours, just sign up for your first preference. We can change it later, right up to the hour before the class or tour starts.

REGISTER HERE

You! This is the most inclusive gathering of paddlers even held! You can paddle what you want to paddle. If you're curious, cross over and see what a canoe or kayak feels like! You can learn a lot from stepping outside of your comfort zone, but do so safety with the best kayak and canoe instructors in the country.

Generally, Camp Rutabaga is not a camp designed for kids 15 and under. Feel free to contact us for more info.

We wanted to use a location that contains more options than we could possibly use: Vilas County! There are hundreds of lakes and rivers within 20 minutes of Camp Manito-wish YMCA. We can teach every discipline at every level, from brand new paddlers to experts who want to refresh their skills.

We have large lakes and flowages that will provide challenging conditions for sea kayaks, rivers to teach moving water skills, and picturesque ponds for taking a spin in a recreational kayak, looking for birds or other fantastic flora and fauna that delight the eye and gladden the soul.

We'll have dozens of classes, from solo canoe to sea kayak and everything in between. There will classes for beginners to experts, and tours and classes will also be available. Talks and dry land presentations, music, and community building is a big part of our mission. Come ready to make friends and paddling partners.

Early bird pricing is $440 for all three days. After May 15, the registration price of Camp Rutabaga will be $490. This includes dinners Friday and Saturday and Sunday lunch. You may purchase breakfast and lunch if you want to eat on site.

Canoe and kayak rentals are available for rental, or you can bring your boat or boats.

You can select a boat for rent for each class independently when selecting classes.

Housing is not included, but the Lodging link will provide resources for camping or hotels close to Camp Rutabaga.

There is bunkhouse housing available on site; email Darren to get on the list. Pricing will be determined mid-April.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!