On July 22, YMCA of the Northern Sky is joining YMCAs across the country in hosting Campfire Across America, a one-day, nationwide celebration of connection, community, and belonging.
For generations, campfires have served as places where differences fade, stories are shared, and community is built. Campfire Across America brings that tradition into the spotlight , together nationwide. Campfire Across America is about more than a campfire, it’s about what happens around it. This is a simple moment made powerful because it’s shared.
Campfire Across America is taking place at YMCAs in all 50 states, creating a unified national story of belonging and connection. The initiative highlights the YMCA’s long-standing role as a place where everyone is welcome and community thrives.
Week-Long Events | July 20 - 26
Referral Bonus: Members who are listed as a referral by new Y members all week long will be entered to win a special "campfire" kit--featuring Y swag, local gift cards, RedHawks tickets, and more!
No Enrollment Fee: All week long, we're waiving enrollment fees for all new memberships!
FREE Y Admission: Visit the Y for FREE all day on July 22! Swim in the pool, join a group fitness class, use our fitness facilities...for FREE all day!
Campfire Stories: Stop by any of our lobbies to fill out a white flame explaining what community means to you or make a donation, and we'll display a gold flame with your name.
Community Open House | July 22
Fergus Falls: 5 - 7 pm
- Bring a chair and enjoy a relaxing night around 3 fire rings set up on the back driveway
- FREE s'more stations will be available all the fixings
- Campfire song sing-a-long
- Four Little Forks Food Truck: Selling hot dogs, taco in a bag, nachos, boba drinks and dirty sodas.