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A group of people doing team building activities on the lawn of Cragun's Resort
Team Building

Team Building Inspired by Minnesota

Cragun's Resort offers engaging team building activities that foster stronger relationships and collaboration. With a variety of land and water activities, we aim to enhance communication, trust, cooperation, and problem-solving skills. These team-building experiences not only enhance your event,  but contribute to improving work performance and fostering a positive environment. Join us for an unforgettable corporate retreat on Gull Lake in the heart of Minnesota.

Water Activities at Cragun's Resort, Brainerd

Water Activities

You didn't come to Cragun's Resort, Golf & Conference on Gull Lake without considering getting out on the water at least once. We are going to quench everyone's thirst for summer water activities with one of the following:

 

  • Gull Lake Cruise: Private or Public options available. For more information, discuss with your planner.
  • Pontoon Rides: Add Cragun's Gull Lake scavenger hunt for a competitive pontoon ride. Drivers available upon request. For pricing information, discuss with your planner.
  • Cardboard Regatta: Build a boat as a team out of cardboard and race!
  • Paddle Board, Kayak or Canoe:  Guided or self-guided.
Beach Bonfires for groups at Cragun's Resort in Brainerd, MN

Land Activities

Whether you're looking to break the ice or organize a team tournament, we've got you covered with activities ranging from pickleball to disc golf, and scavenger hunts to cornhole.

  • Organized Land Activities

    Please see your event planner for details.

    • Photo Scavenger Hunt: Compete against teams as you explore the resort on a hunt for all picture opportunities 
    • Trivia: Hosted indoors, compete against other teams for a fun Cragun's version of trivia
    • Escape Room Game: Compete in small groups through a series of brain games and puzzles
    • Corn Hole Tournament: Indoor or Outdoor available
    • Pickleball Tournament: Indoor or Outdoor courts available 
    • Frisbee Golf
    • Group Olympics: Compete in small groups in a series of minute-to-win-it games and other fun lawn games

  • Lawn Games

    Create your own team building experience using any of our lawn games. Please see your event planner for details.

    • Corn Hole
    • Ladder Golf
    • Spike Ball
    • Giant Jenga
    • Bocce Ball

  • Beach Bonfires & Happy Hour
    Bonfires on the beach at Cragun's are some of our guests' favorite pastimes. We can provide you with all the goods for s'more making or happy hour beverages. Please see your event planner for details.
Health Wellness Activities at Cragun's Resort, Brainerd

Health & Wellness Activities

Discover a holistic approach to team bonding and relaxation while deepening connections within your group through yoga, breath work, and meditation sessions. Find balance and tranquility that transforms your corporate retreat.

  • Yoga with Jillian
    • 1-20 People
    • Inspire your group with corporate wellness activities, including yoga, wellness workshops, breath work, journaling, meditation, and nature walks.
  • Organized Mind with Darla Swanson
    • 10-200 people 
    • Enhance your corporate retreat with wellness workshops and engaging discussions. Explore breathwork and meditation, reconnect with nature through guided walks, or engage in journaling sessions to promote mindfulness and well-being.
Afterhours Activities at Cragun's Resort, Brainerd

Afterhours Activities

Your group will love after-hours fun and relaxation. Belt out your favorite tunes with karaoke, test your luck at bingo night, and foster teamwork while cracking the code in our exciting escape room.

  • Bingo
  • Sip ‘n Paint
  • Karaoke
  • Bonfire on the Beach
  • Happy Hour Beachside with Beverage Coolers