Summer Villages
There’s no better way to learn Norwegian than to practice using practical words and phrases all day, every day. At Skogfjorden, you’ll use your new Norwegian skills while canoeing on the innsjø (lake), playing sports and games, or learning folk dancing. You’ll practice key words as you ask for seconds at mealtime or buy Melkesjokolade (milk chocolate) at the store. Immersion education will be different from every classroom you’ve ever been in. Here, you will completely change your surroundings and learn by doing.
When you arrive at Skogfjorden, you’ll go through “customs,” select a Norwegian name to use during your stay, and embark on a new adventure where Norwegian language and culture are celebrated. Friendly staff members will make sure you feel welcome as you exchange American dollars for krone and meet your new cabin mates and friends.
Our staff is proficient in Norsk. They all share a talent for combining Norwegian-only conversation with gestures, songs, skits, and activities to make you feel at home, have fun, meet new friends, and learn new Norwegian words and phrases.
One of the best parts of being here is that you will be surrounded by others your own age who also want to learn Norwegian. You’ll share cabins, canoes, funny stories, and amazing experiences. Your new friends will come from all over the country, and sometimes, they’ll end up being counted among your closest friends.
You’ll never be bored. We always have plenty of activities to choose from, including sports, arts, crafts, and music. Some activities will be with large groups, others with small groups. Some activities will be quiet and relaxing, while others will energize and invigorate you.
Activities at Skogfjorden:
- Soccer
- Singing
- Swimming
- Cooking
- Woodworking
- Weaving
- Canoeing
- Writing
- Dancing
Want to know more about Skogfjorden?
- Visit our Village Production Page to see pictures of last year’s villagers and camp activities.
- Meet our dean.
- Read about the delicious food
- Learn about lodging and accommodations
Summer Villages choices:
- One- and two-week sessions
- Four-week sessions: high school credit for students entering grades 9 through 12
Contact Information
Norwegian Language Village
Skogfjorden
8607 Thorsonveien NE
Bemidji MN 56601
(218) 586-8730
Villager Fax (218) 586-8788
Thanks to generous donations to the Passport Fund from our supporters, scholarships are available.
Is your child ready for a Concordia Language Villages over-night immersion program?
clv@cord.edu
1.800.222.4750