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Where Every Kid is Known and Loved.
Where every young person is seen, valued, and invited to the purpose God has for them.
Where We Are
Young Life
Memorial High School
If you would like to get involved as a student, volunteer, or adult helper, click the button below.
GET INVOLVEDWyldLife
Memorial High School
If you would like to get involved as a student, volunteer, or adult helper, click the button below.
GET INVOLVEDUpcoming Events
Sep 11, 2025 - Jan 2, 2026
2025 Year-End Giving Campaign
2025 Year-End Giving Campaign – Ely
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Sep 15 - Dec 31, 2025
Ely Young Life/WyldLife Club Card
Click on the "Register Now" button to complete a Club Card so we can keep you informed of upcoming Young Life (grades 9-12) and WyldLife (grades 6-8) events.
REGISTER NOWOur Camps
Jun 9 - 14, 2026
Castaway Club
51709 Co Hwy 31, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Grades 9-12 • Experience the ultimate summer escape at Young Life’s Castaway Camp—ziplining, the giant swing, climbing wall, and hanging out on the beach with your friends. It’s the kind of getaway you’ll talk about all year. Don’t miss it!
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Jun 21 - 28, 2026
2026 Alaska Work Crew Trip • Grade 10-12
North Start Bible Camp: Willow, Alaska
Grades 10-12 Campaigners or similar small group • Spend four days on Work Crew at North Star Bible Camp helping run a Wyldlife summer camp with middle school students from the Anchorage area. Then finish the week with the opportunity to explore the great state of Alaska.
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Aug 5 - 9, 2026
Castaway Club
51709 Co Hwy 31, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Grades 6-8 • WyldLife Castaway = nonstop fun! This is the camp everyone talks about - ziplining, tubing, the giant swing, climbing wall, and tons of beach time with friends. It’s the most fun you’ll have all summer! Are you in?
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Have a question about Young Life in your area? Click the button below to contact us!
Contact UsEmmett Penke
Area Director III
Max Gantt
Teacher Staff
Kris Bercher
Area Office Administrator II