How to Volunteer for Camp Activities
We are so excited for your interest in volunteering. This year, summer 2023, we have transitioned to an online sign up platform.
All volunteers, new and returning, will need to create a profile here: MyImpactPage - Application Form - Camp Knutson (betterimpact.com). The creation of your volunteer profile will include all of your necessary forms to volunteer.
Once you have created a profile and your profile is approved, you will be able to sign up for activities using your created log in at this webpage: MyVolunteerPage - Login (betterimpact.com). You will be able to see the activity opportunities through the calendar or the list. You will be able to sign up and also cancel your volunteer through the schedule on betterimpact.com.
You may also come to the Volunteer Spring Meeting on June 1 at 10am to learn more about volunteering and signing up for activities.
If you have any general questions or concerns, please contact the Camp Knutson Volunteer Coordinator, Laurie Noll, at 952.452.0259 or labonoll@gmail.com.
“I experience working directly with the campers has been very fulfilling. To do the beading with campers and to see how excited they are when they know they can keep what they have made, makes me really happy and I feel I am really making a “real difference” in their lives. It also is fun to see the look in their eyes when they return to camp and see friendly, supportive people, staff and volunteers as well.”
- Mary K.
Scheduled Activities at Camp
When specific dates for the volunteer opportunities on the Camp grounds are filled, they are listed on our Volunteer Schedule page.
Involving Campers
If you are interested in working directly with our campers, we have many opportunities throughout the summer for that! From onetime occasions to recurring opportunities – there is a place for everyone! Opportunities with campers are approximately 1-2 hours per time.
Please contact Laurie Noll, at 952.452.0259 or labonoll@gmail.com
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Angel Flights
Pick Up or Return Out of State Campers from Brainerd Airport to Camp Using a Camp Vehicle
Camps: Camp Odayin (Heart)
Communication with Jared Griffin About Dates and Times
Contact Jared Griffin at 712.249.9621
Banquet Serving
Help Serve Meal to Campers Buffet Style in Dining Hall
Camps: Camp Benedict (HIV/AIDS), Camp Discovery (Skin), Camp Norden (Cancer)
5:15-6:30 pm
3-4 Volunteers Per Banquet - Sign in at Pauly’s Place (Office)
Biking
Help Guide Bikes / Campers in the Right Direction Around Course (Garage)
Camps: Camp Hand in Hand (Autism)
Evenings 5:30-6:30 PM
3-5 Volunteers Per Evening - Sign in at Pauly’s Place (Office)
Down Syndrome Rest Hour
Reading, Arts & Crafts, Bowling, Games with Campers Choosing
Camps: Down Syndrome Foundation Camp
Mid-June, Two Afternoons, 1 Hour
4 Volunteers Per Afternoon - Sign in at Pauly’s Place (Office)
Fishing
Fishing with Campers Off Docks at the Waterfront
Many Camps in June, July, & August
Tuesday 2:30-4:30 PM
Jewelry Making / Beading
Help Campers Create Beaded Projects During Waterfront Time
Camps: Camp Odayin (Heart), Camp Discovery (Skin), Camp Norden (Cancer)
5 Weeks Program: 2:00-4:00 PM
Any Number of Volunteers, Training Required in June | Information in spring. Sign in at Pauly’s Place (Office)
Tailgating
Help Grill Hot Dogs and Brats & Serve Camp Provided Side Dishes to Campers / Staff Picnic Style
Camps: Most Camps
4:45-6:30 PM | Sign In at Office
4 Pairs of Volunteers (Each Pair With Car) Per Outing
Thank You Cards
Assist Counselors Facilitate Making Thank You Cards for Donors With Campers
Camps: Camp Odayin (Heart), Camp Discovery (Skin)
9:00-12:00 PM at Timberlane
1 Volunteer to Assist Counselors - Sign in at Pauly’s Place
Facilities and Grounds Activities
If you are interested in helping take care of our beautiful land, buildings and/or working on maintenance projects, this is the place for you! With 32 acres of land and 19 buildings, we have opportunities for volunteers to mow our grass, maintain our gorgeous gardens, assist with cleaning or other maintenance projects. These opportunities help us create the perfect environment for our campers. Opportunities in Facilities and Grounds are an average of 2-4 hours per time and can be a one-time commitment or can be recurring.
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Gardening (Sign In at Pauly’s Place)
Help Keep the Gardens Looking Fresh, Some Planting in the Spring
Every Wednesday All Summer 8:30-10:00 AM - Coffee in Dining Hall Follows
Any Number of Volunteers - No Sign Up Necessary
Contact Linda Gates at 218.765.3246
Cleaning (Sign In at Pauly’s Place)
Assist with Light Cleaning of Non-Camper Resident Buildings (Sweep, Vacuum, Counters, Bathroom)
All Camps, Clean Parts of Pauly’s Place, Craft Room at Bazinet, and Hilltop
Last day of each camp, time vary - 1.5 to 2 hours
Contact Laurie Noll, at 952.452.0259 or labonoll@gmail.com
Maintenance Helpers
Assist Dennie with Miscellaneous Projects Such as Lawn, Repairs, Staining Etc.
Miscellaneous Days, Times All Summer
Any Number of Volunteers 1 Large Group - Ask If Interested
Contact Dennie Fry at 218.820.8956
Crosslake Lutheran Men & Volunteers
Assist Dennie with Miscellaneous Projects Such as Lawn, Repairs, Projects, Etc.
Second Friday of Each Month
After a Camp K Breakfast in the Dining Hall, the Projects Begin
We’ll Work a Couple of Hours 8:30-11:00 AM, Rain or Shine!
Contact Jeff Benson at 612.598.1852
Fundraising, Special Events, and More
If you are interested in helping organize, offering ideas, networking with others and seeing a great impact – fundraising and special events is the place for you! From working the day of the event to organizing a silent auction and everything in between, there are many opportunities for you within each event. Fundraising and special events are a crucial part of our operation - our fundraising efforts support every aspect of Camp Knutson.
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Night Under the Stars (NUTS)
Work on Teams to Design, Plan, Decorate, Greet, Publicize, Park, Clean, Etc.
Various Days of the Months Leading Up to and Including the Event, July 15, 2023
Any Number of Volunteers - Total Membership Invited to Help
Contact Gretchen Sebald at 612.310.4405 or gasebald83@gmail.com
Family Sundae Funday
Help Plan, Serve Food & Ice Cream, Run a Tour, Signage, Greet, Parking
May 29, 2022
Any Number of Volunteers, All Welcome
Contact Lori Nelson at 651.246.7292 or lorinelson@brainerd.net or
Contact Linda Gates at 507.202.9374 or Gates.lb@hotmail.com
Golf Scramble (Pending)
Help Plan, Work Day of Event
Looking for Chairs to Organize the Event
Any Number of Volunteers, All Welcome
Contact Jared Griffin at 712.249.9621 or jared.griffin@lssmn.org
Quilt Auction
Help plan. Assist with Collection and Organization of Quilts and Silent Auction of small quilted items, or Assist Day of the Event with set up, running quilts, etc. 36th Annual Quilt Auction will be held Saturday, August 12th, 2023.
Any Number of Volunteers, All Welcome
Contact Chairs: Jan Larson at 507.276.9063 or jlars612@yahoo.com Wendy Bares at 763.670.4427 or wendybares@yahoo.com
Assist with Website
Help Keep the Volunteer Website Up to Date, Innovative and Well Organized
Contact Caitlin Malin at 608.632.4201
Assist with Early Season Open
Help Prepare for Summer, Inspect Games, Supplies, Health Supplies, Etc.
Contact Caitlin Malin at 608.632.4201
Assist with End of Season Closure
Help Clean, Repair or Store Supplies, Storage Areas, Etc.
Contact Caitlin Malin at 608.632.4201
Additional Special Events
Assist with One Day Events Such as Pancake Breakfast, Tree Planting, or Fall Picnic, Etc.
Miscellaneous Days and Times Throughout Summer
Number of Volunteers Vary
Contact Caitlin Malin at 608.632.4201
Photography, Sew/Mend Costumes, Woodworking
On Call Basis