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Skovsøen

Danish Language Village

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About the Village

Skovsøen will be embedded with our Norwegian Village for Summer 2025!

Denmark is the birthplace of legendary author Hans Christian Andersen and is regularly recognized as one of the happiest countries on earth. Learning Danish at Skovsøen, our Danish Language Village, will be an experience you’ll treasure for a lifetime. You’ll have opportunities to sing songs and learn about Danish music. Outdoor activities include canoeing, hiking, swimming and Danish games such as kubb (throwing game) and rundbold (similar to baseball and cricket). Meals featuring traditional Danish foods like frikadeller (meatballs), smørrebrød (open-face sandwiches) and rødgrød med fløde (traditional fruit soup) will delight and inspire. Experience the language and culture of Denmark at Skovsøen!

Our Danish Location
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The Biking Danes
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Aebleskiver (Pancakes)
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Woven Danish Hearts
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Traditional Games
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Butik (Village Store)
Danish group photo
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Friendships Abound!
Danish dance circle
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Teaching the CLVway!
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Lake Time
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Building Community
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Experience

Skovsøen

A Lifetime of Learning

From our flagship summer youth camps to family programs and adults-only sessions, Concordia Language Villages provides a lifetime of language learning and cultural adventure. Find the program that’s right for you!

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Youth Overnight

Season: Summer

Duration: 1 Week | 2 Weeks | 4 Weeks

Our flagship Language Village camps where language comes to life. A fully immersive cultural experience.

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High School Credit

Season: Summer

Duration: 2 Weeks | 4 Weeks

Earn a semester's worth of language credit in just two weeks or a year’s worth of language credit in just four weeks. Accredited by Cognia.

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Adventure Day Camp

Season: Summer

Duration: 1 Week

Daytime programming for young villagers ready to explore the Village experience without overnight stays.

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Youth Virtual

Season: Year-round

Duration: Varies

Keep your Language Village experience going all year long with our Virtual Clubs, Classes and High School Credit programs.

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Adult Overnight

Season: Year-round

Duration: 3 Days | 1 Week

Learn a new language or advance your skills in a fully immersive environment. Choose from Workshops, Weekends or Week-long programs.

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Government & Corporate

Season: Year-round

Duration: Varies

Training for military, healthcare and corporate clients, with customizable programming designed to bridge cultures and break language barriers.

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Upcoming Danish Camps & Programs

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Danish Youth One Week: Track at Norwegian
Youth Overnight
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Danish
Dates:
Jun 16
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Jun 21
2025
Location:
Bemidji
Ages 7 - 12
Cost: $
1395
This Danish session takes place within the Norwegian program. Danish villagers and staff will be housed and attend meals together with Norwegian villagers and staff. There will be two hours daily of dedicated Danish language learning groups (roterringsgruppe) with Danish-speaking staff. The rest of the daily activities will take place in Norwegian or a combination of Danish and Norwegian.
Registration closes
May 19, 2025
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March 21, 2025
Danish High School Credit: Track at Norwegian
Youth Overnight
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Danish
Dates:
Jun 23
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Jul 5
2025
Location:
Bemidji
Ages 13 - 18
Cost: $
3110
This two-week program is the equivalent of one semester of high school credit, or one-half Carnegie unit. Danish semester credit villagers will have dedicated classroom instruction in Danish, separate from the Norwegian credit program although this Danish session takes place within the Norwegian program. Danish credit villagers and staff will be housed and attend meals together with Norwegian villagers and staff. Daily activities outside of the credit class will take place in Norwegian or a combination of Danish and Norwegian.
Registration closes
May 26, 2025
Male openings:
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Danish Youth Two Week: Track at Norwegian
Youth Overnight
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Danish
Dates:
Jun 23
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Jul 5
2025
Location:
Bemidji
Ages 13 - 18
Cost: $
2695
This Danish session takes place within the Norwegian program. Danish villagers and staff will be housed and attend meals together with Norwegian villagers and staff. There will be two hours daily of dedicated Danish language learning groups (roterringsgruppe) with Danish-speaking staff. The rest of the daily activities will take place in Norwegian or a combination of Danish and Norwegian.
Registration closes
May 26, 2025
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Upcoming Holiday Workshops

Nordic Holiday Workshop
Adult Overnight
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Nordic
Dates:
Dec 6
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Dec 8
2024
Location:
Bemidji
Ages 21 - 99
Cost: $
325
Minimum deposit $50 Join us for a delightful celebration of Nordic traditions! Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as we explore the rich customs of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Enjoy hands-on workshops where you can bake delicious holiday treats (nine in total!) and create beautiful crafts. Engage in cultural activities that highlight unique Nordic traditions and join in the joyous festivities with family and friends. This enchanting weekend offers a perfect blend of learning and celebration, providing opportunities to deepen your appreciation for Nordic culture. Experience the joy of crafting, cooking and connecting with others as you discover the magic of the season together. Don't miss this chance to enrich your holiday spirit and celebrate the wonders of Nordic holiday traditions! Nordic baking typically involves wheat flour and nuts, especially hazelnuts and almonds. Dietary accommodations for recipes made by participants during the program may be limited. Meals and snacks prepared by the Culinary Arts staff will be prepared in accordance to dietary restrictions that are indicated on your health forms at the time of your registration.
Registration closes
Nov 11, 2024
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March 10, 2024
Nordic Holiday Workshop
Adult Overnight
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Nordic
Dates:
Dec 5
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Dec 7
2025
Location:
Bemidji
Ages 21 - 99
Cost: $
375
Minimum deposit $50 Join us for a delightful celebration of Nordic traditions! Immerse yourself in the festive spirit as we explore the rich customs of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Enjoy hands-on workshops where you can bake delicious holiday treats (nine in total!) and create beautiful crafts. Engage in cultural activities that highlight unique Nordic traditions and join in the joyous festivities with family and friends. This enchanting weekend offers a perfect blend of learning and celebration, providing opportunities to deepen your appreciation for Nordic culture. Experience the joy of crafting, cooking and connecting with others as you discover the magic of the season together. Don't miss this chance to enrich your holiday spirit and celebrate the wonders of Nordic holiday traditions! Nordic baking typically involves wheat flour and nuts, especially hazelnuts and almonds. Dietary accommodations for recipes made by participants during the program may be limited. Meals and snacks prepared by the Culinary Arts staff will be prepared in accordance to dietary restrictions that are indicated on your health forms at the time of your registration.
Registration closes
Nov 5, 2025
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February 4, 2025
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Government & Corporate Programs

A global outlook is important for success in the domestic and international arena. Concordia Language Villages offers customized corporate, government and military training programs to meet the specific needs of our clients.

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OPPORTUNITIES

Need-based scholarships are available for Danish summer youth immersion sessions through the Passport Fund. Scholarships are based on a family’s adjusted gross income, number of dependents and the length of the session.

Additionally, the Minnesota Office of Higher Education offers a $1,000 stipend for Minnesota students who qualify for free or reduced lunch at school.

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Our Location:

Skovsøen

Danish location

Turtle River Lake

While the Danish Language Village, Skovsøen, shares facilities with Skogfjorden, the Norwegian Language Village, in 2025, we will also utilize Den Danske Landsby, a unique Danish setting on the Norwegian site, built by the Skovsøen community. The Windmill environmental learning center with a Danish garden cottage is another highlight of the site.

Villagers live in dormitory-style cabins with double bunks. Each beautiful cabin is built for year-round use with carpeting, electricity and indoor plumbing. Cabins house up to 16 villagers and staff.

Gimle, the large dining hall, features beautiful rosemaled ceilings and traditional woodwork. Utgard, the activity building, offers gymnasium facilities, which also serve as a meeting area for larger groups."

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Read more about our professional staff at Skovsøen, our Danish Language Village.

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Jessica Dina Korynta

Program Leader

Jessica Dina Korynta is part of the leadership team of Skogfjorden, the Norwegian Language Village. Dina has been a villager, credit villager, counselor, volunteer, business manager and staff counselor as well as now leading the Nordic Holiday Weekend. Dina earned her B.A. in Linguistics with a minor in Scandinavian Studies from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

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Concordia Language Villages staff may speak a Village language, creatively teach culture, work and play hard. They also develop skills and qualities that will make them excellent employees in any field.