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At Camp Kesem, Kids With Parents Battling Cancer Get To Be Themselves

For 13-year-old Daniel Hinds, this summer will be his third year at Camp Kesem.

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April 7, 2026

A Minnesota camp is giving children facing a parent's cancer diagnosis a place just to be kids.

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At Camp Kesem in Paynesville, Minnesota, the smiles come quickly. Kids running, dancing and diving into a week that feels at first glance like any other summer camp.

For 13-year-old Daniel Hinds, this summer will be his third year at Camp Kesem.

Find out what's happening in Across Minnesotafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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