Sibley State Park to host overnighter

NEW LONDON - Learn to camp or refresh rusty outdoor skills during an overnight I Can Camp program Aug. 8 and 9 at Sibley State Park near New London.
This family-oriented program will be led by experienced instructors from Conservation Corps Minnesota. Basic camping and outdoor skills will be covered, such as how to set up a tent, how to build a campfire and camp cooking.
All camping equipment is provided, including tents, air mattresses and cook stoves. Participants must bring their own food and bedding (sleeping bags or blankets and pillows).
The one-night program is $50 for up to six people. A one-day Minnesota State Parks vehicle permit ($5 value) is included.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling 866-857-2757 or going to mndnr.gov/reservations.
I Can Camp is part of a series of skill-building programs offered by the Department of Natural Resources’ Division of Parks and Trails. Other programs in the series introduce rock climbing, fishing, paddling, mountain biking and archery to beginners.
For more information about the I Can Camp! or any of the other I Can! programs, visit mndnr.gov/ican or contact the DNR Information Center at info.dnr@state.mn.us or 651-296-6157 or 888-646-6367 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.