Designed for Scouts who want a cost-effective and activity-packed overnight before heading to Ely, the No Frills Adventure centers around a night at the historic and climate-controlled Base Camp near Fort Snelling. With indoor rock climbing, archery, ropes courses, and movies on a giant screen, this itinerary packs fun and function into a single evening. It’s a budget-friendly launch pad that still delivers a memorable start to your trek!
Afternoon arrival at Minneapolis St. Paul Airport.
Board the light rail for the 5 minute train ride to Base Camp! The train leaves from the airport and arrives within a 10 minute walk of Base Camp.
Arrive at Base Camp located in the century old Cavalry Drill Hall near Fort Snelling! Base Camp is an experiential indoor education program offering a unique environment for visitors.
If you arrive early in the day, your guide will accompany the group on a day hike in Ft. Snelling, or a trip on the light rail to Mall of America.
You have an all day pass for the light rail so there are lots of options!
Dinner at Base Camp. Pizza, Pizza!
After dinner, the real fun starts! Enjoy indoor archery, climbing, and/or high ropes course! There is also a 20 foot screen and projector to enjoy an evening movie!
Your group will get to “camp out” inside Base Camp. The facility is modernized and climate controlled with ample bathroom and shower space. Every person will get a cot. Luxury “camping”! What a night!
Breakfast -- A Scout is Hungry!
Depart Base Camp for Northern Tier in Ely, MN.
Eat lunch en route at the world famous Gordy’s Hi-Hat! Gordy’s delicious hamburgers were recently featured on the Food Network!
We will arrive at Northern Tier by 2:00 PM so you can begin your adventure! This is the recommended arrival time at Northern Tier.
Depart Northern Tier on the 8:00 AM Blue Sky Express.
Arrive at Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport by 1:00 PM. Departure flight must leave after 3 PM.
