clearwater forest
Events
The goal of all Clearwater Forest events is to build community. Our hope is that everyone who comes to Clearwater can feel like part of the Clearwater Forest family, even after the event is over. Our events strive to provide shared experiences in a beautiful setting that minimizes distractions. This allows us to focus on what is most important - the people! At Clearwater Forest, we hope to create an environment where deep, lasting relationships can be formed while encouraging personal growth and having a lot of fun! Come join us at one of our events or host your own!
Birding Big Day!
May 16, 2026
Join us for a day of Bird Watching and Identification! Break into teams and see who can find the most species around camp! This free event is open to all ages!
July 18, 2026 (all day)
Clearwater Forest Fest
Free Event Open to the Public
Live Music, Free Dinner, & Magic Show
Lodging for the Forest Fest/Adventure-a-Thon
Adventure-a-Thon weekend! Rooms at Leaning Tree Lodge are available at a rate of $50/person for a shared room and $100/person for an individual room. Grouse & Loon Point Campsites are also available. These are the only accommodations we have since campers and staff are in all other buildings. Please fill out this form to reserve today.
Not familiar with Clearwater Forest? Read about our campsites and Leaning Tree Lodge Here.
July 18, 2026
Schedule
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7-7:15 am |
Scenic Bike Riders eat breakfast |
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Register bikers for Scenic Bike Ride |
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8 am |
Breakfast (available for purchase) |
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8:30 am |
Scenic Bike Ride begins! (8, 30, and 50 mile options) |
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9:30-11:30 am |
Camper's Choice - All Ages: Face painting, crafts, Surf (canoe, kayak, SUP, swim) & Turf (archery, sling shot range, mountain bike) Adventures! |
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Noon |
Lunch available for purchase |
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12:30-1:30 pm |
Registration for the Adventure-A-Thon |
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12:30-1:30 pm |
Camp Store open |
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1:40 pm |
National Anthem |
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2:00 pm |
Adventure-a-Thon race begins! (Kayak/canoe, bike, run/walk! As an individual, relay, or a team!) |
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2-5 pm |
Various Activities: 9 Square, Gaga Ball, Corn Hole, Disc Golf, Face Painting, Tye Dyeing, Dunk Tank |
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3:30 pm |
Awards announced |
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3:30-5 pm |
Open: swim beach, boat check out, yard games |
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4-5:15 pm |
Live Music |
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5-5:15 pm |
Dinner (free will donations) |
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5:15-5:45 pm |
Clearwater Forest Update |
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5:45-6:30 pm |
Hudson Magic Show! |
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6:30 pm |
Closing & Thank Yous |
Where to go
- 16595 Crooked Lake Road Deerwood, MN 56444
- Drive almost to the end of the long driveway & turn right when you see a brown sign pointing to the Summer Camp.
- The large grass parking lot will be on your left.
What to bring
Lawn chairs or blanket and beverage of choice (non-alcoholic beverages will be available).
Clearwater Lake2Lake
Scenic Bike Tour
7 am Registration
The best way to see Minnesota's Lake Country is on a bicycle! Join us as we raise money to benefit Clearwater Forest Camper scholarships. This beautiful, one-day ride starts and ends at Clearwater Forest. It winds along country roads, past farms, and around a few lakes on the way.
Registration is at 7 am on Saturday, July 12th.
Adventure-a-Thon!
2 pm
EVERY PARTICIPANT NEEDS TO REGISTER (Red button) (New for 2025)
TEAM/RELAY/EASY BIKE GROUP NAME: If you’re signing up with more than one person, register teammate names in this Google form provided once you and your teammate(s) are registered in Camp Brain.Lodging
Leaning Tree Rooms & Campgrounds
EVERY PARTICIPANT NEEDS TO REGISTER HERE (New for 2025)
TEAM or RELAY Group Name: If you’re signing up with more than one person, register teammate names in this Google form provided once you and your teammate(s) are registered in Camp Brain.2 pm Race Begins
Register by 1:30 PM Saturday 7/12/25
Paddle: 1.8 Miles
Bike: 1.7 Miles
Run: 1.7 Miles
2024 Results
Congratulations to everyone who has participated in the Adventure-a-Thon!
And thank you to Pickle Events for doing the timing for us! Here are the results:
5-6pm Dinner
FREE Dinner
Entertainment 4-7 pm
Music & Comedy Show!
Live Music 4-5:15 pm (TBD)
Hudson Comedy Show
Comedy 5:45-6:15 pm
Join us for the laughs and mystery of a good magic show! Hudson’s performances go beyond traditional entertainment, creating captivating moments that connect, spark conversation, and leave a lasting impression. Family-friendly and FREE!
Purpose of this Event
This is a community-building event! The primary goal of this event is to gather as many people as possible to build relationships and engage in healthy activities. We will work as a team to put on the event and to create a positive, team-focused event where everyone cheers for everyone!
This is a family-friendly event! Our hope is that people of all ages can successfully participate in a safe, supportive environment. Participants can compete individually or work together as a relay or team (typically to paddle a canoe). These options allow people to work together to ensure that everyone can do their best and be successful!
This event is an equitable opportunity! We have worked to keep the price of the race low to allow as many people to participate as possible. Events like this can often become expensive due to the cost of watercraft, bikes, hotel rooms, and restaurants. We are offering watercraft and bikes for people to use. We have also scheduled the event during the afternoon so that people can easily travel to and from the event in one day. Finally, the LuWow will follow the Adventure-a-Thon with delicious food available free of charge. (But feel free to donate to our cause:)
This is a fun event! There will be elements of fun incorporated into the race! You might just find out that you have to wear a Hawaiian lei on the homestretch of the run…
This is an event that supports a meaningful cause! All proceeds of this event will go to supporting the vision and mission of Clearwater Forest Camp and Retreat Center. Clearwater Forest provides beautiful natural space for anyone to get away from the fray of daily life. It also offers a wide variety of programs for people of all ages. Clearwater Forest provides spaces for building community, such as lodges, cabins, and campgrounds to rent for family reunions, church events, or any group gathering. Clearwater strives to be a wise and faithful steward of financial, relational, and physical resources.
Thank You to Forest Fest 2025 Sponsors:
TK Pools & Super One Foods!
announcements
Lodging for the Adventure-a-Thon, Dinner & Live Music!
Adventure-a-Thon weekend! Rooms at Leaning Tree Lodges are available at a rate of $50/person for a shared room and $100/person for an individual room. Please fill out this form to reserve today
Volunteers Needed!
Please consider volunteering to help with the Adventure-a-Thon events. Many volunteers will be needed to help with parking, direct racers, ensure that food is served efficiently, and ensure that the day runs smoothly. Volunteering is a great way to participate in the event without breaking a sweat! We are also looking for volunteers or organizations to donate Silent Auction items. Click here to apply to volunteer!
Adventure-a-Thon!
registration
To register for events organized by Clearwater Forest you’ll need to set up an account in CampBrain, our secure online database, by clicking the ‘Register Now‘ button below. This account is for your whole family and can be used year after year. You will use this account to register for summer camp, retreats, and other events at Clearwater. All forms, permissions, and waivers for any camp or retreat will be completed within your account.