Best Canada Overnight Camps Summer 2025-26 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Students dance each day at the beautiful Quinte Ballet School of Canada(QBSC) a state of the art dance facility. Students stay in residence and QBSC has had the privilege to use Albert College (www.albertcollege.ca) for the Summer Dance students. Albert College was founded in 1857 and is Canada's oldest coed private school. This beautiful and statuesque structure looks uot towards the Bay of Quinte and is located in close proximity to QBSC.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The program is challenging and designed for the aspiring young dancer. The program offers an enriching and energetic 3 weeks of dance held in a beautiful city with dancers living in a historic residence and dancing in a modern facility. Classes are taught by QBSC's wonderful artisitc staff. QBSC believes that versatility is very important for dancers today, thus classes are offered in a wide variety of dance techniques and styles, these include, Classical Ballet, Contemporary Ballet, Pointe Work, Variations, Modern, Jazz, Hip Hop, etc.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Summer Dance Program may be considered the second phase of the audition process in order to be accepted to the Professional Training Program at the Quinte Ballet School of Canada.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Auditions for the camper wishing to join the Full Time Professional Training Program should register online at Our Camp Website Link: www.quinteballetschool.com. Visit us on facebook!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 5-July 25, 2015
Visit our website for more information

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 8 "antiquated but adequate" cabins, a large outdoor salt-water pool, dining hall, multi-purpose complex, tuck shop, enclosed ballcourt, sand volleyball court, park areas for games and picnicking, a barn with paddock & corral, mini-putt area and 200 acres!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We encourage campers to become actively engaged in all areas of camp life and programs. We have a carefully chosen volunteer staff who are highly motivated, caring individuals whose patience and good humour instill a sense of well being and a spirit of cooperation. Most have been through our camping system and desire to give campers the same wonderful experience they had. Lifeguards and horsemanship instructors have the appropriate qualifications and we offer clinics using Red Cross swim program and the CHA (Certified Horsemanship Association) in western riding.

Our Mission Statement: Rocky Ridge Ranch is “Evangelism”, “Growth” and “Family”. As advocates of youth and families, the Ranch is focused and committed to reach out and provide them with a suitable Christian environment for maximum growth and enjoyment, allowing them to develop into fully balanced (physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual) human beings with the correct vertical and horizontal alignment.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The first week of camp is Teen Week where we promote "Leadership Training Through Involvement". The campers are involved in planning, carrying out and evaluating their contributions to the camp week.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are a year round multi-programmed facility hosting outdoor education, retreats and mini conferences, family outings and reunions, a summer camp for children and teens, a hockey program, Christian chapels and meetings as well as half day and evening short programs, horseback riding, hayrides, birthday parties, orienteering competitions, etc.

OTHER CAMP INFO: We have 3rd generation campers!!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please check out our website for Rates, Dates and other complete information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Students will arrive playing at a high level on their instruments, and will leave with a wealth of new knowledge, skills, perspective and inspiration. Students will receive lessons from highly-skilled faculty as well as collaborating in daily chamber music rehearsals, performing in masterclasses and recitals, attending workshops and presentations on various topics, attending faculty concerts, and exploring Lake Superior Park and other local attractions.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 19-Aug. 1, 2020
fees: $2000 CAN - includes room and board

CAMP FACILITIES: Located on 40 acres of land we have 10 cabins, a 4-unit motel, a large outdoor pool, outdoor sports court, beach volleyball court, large year-round gymnasium and dining hall, covered campfire, canoeing and paddleboats on the Pigeon River.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Mill Stream Bible Camp provides an environment where children and teens can grow spiritually, physically, mentally and socially in a safe and fun atmosphere. We are a Bible-based camp, teaching Christian faith in an outdoor environment. Our staff is trained and dedicated to helping your children and teens grow in all areas of their lives. Our camp is fully accredited by both the Ontario Camps Association and Christian Camping International. Please go to our web site to discover the various camps we offer and if your children are 8-13 years old, we also offer Day Camp for those wishing to come Monday to Friday during the day only. We also host Handi*Camp which is a specialized camp for children with special needs. Our team looks forward to meeting and serving your family this summer.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our LTP (Leadership Training Program) Camp is designed to help young teens discover their leadership skills and develop their leadership characteristics. Individuals will be provided with practical experience by working with campers and helping in several aspects of the camp operation.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Ten months of the year we have dates available for retreats of all ages, conferences and meetings throughout the week or on the weekend. Our rates are very affordable with winterized accommodations for 20 to 110 people and home-style cooked meals, a fireplace, large auditorium and a games room. We also have a large number of activities when in season.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please go to our web site to find available sessions, dates and pricing.

CAMP FACILITIES: Facilities at Camp Chikopi are designed to provide our campers with a comfortable and well-rounded environment for their summer adventure. Here's a closer look at the amenities we offer:

Cabins: Campers are accommodated in 12-14 man wood cabins, thoughtfully assigned by age. Each cabin is overseen by 2 or 3 counselors, ensuring a safe and supportive living space.

Washrooms: Our washroom facilities boast modern amenities, including flushing toilets and a consistent supply of fresh running water.

Dining: Nutritious, home-cooked meals are prepared with care in our modern kitchen. Campers enjoy these delicious dishes family-style in our historical MainHouse.

Health and Safety: Camp Chikopi takes the health and safety of our campers very seriously. Our facilities, water, and services undergo thorough inspections by government health officials each summer, meeting and exceeding all required standards.

We have designed Camp Chikopi's facilities to offer a nurturing and exciting environment, where campers can explore, learn, and make memories that last a lifetime.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Welcome to the Exciting World of Camp Chikopi!
Camp Chikopi has been a beacon of adventure and tradition since 1920, offering a remarkable summer experience for boys aged 7-17.

Continue reading to find out why Chikopi was voted one of Canada’s 7 Best Summer Camps for boys. For over 100 years Chikopi continues the tradition of teamwork: building sportsmanship, character, leadership, friendship, and self-confidence through sports. Chikopi is a modest, family orientated summer camp, the #1 choice for boys who enjoy the outdoors and a wide variety of sports.

Each summer, we welcome campers from across Canada, multiple U.S. states and over a dozen international countries, third and fourth generations of campers return each year.

Chikopi is Tech-Free, our focus is sports, the outdoors, and time-honoured games of; capture the flag, speedball, timed baseball, rocker ball, scavenger hunt, survival, and many more. Our program is fully sports orientated. A mix of assigned and u-pick activities provides a well-rounded experience. Being a small camp ensures everyone knows your name within days. We have small classes ensuring one-on-one instruction. Specialized classes, at no extra charge, are offered in swimming, soccer, tennis, and sailing. Each summer we host weekly special competitive events. Meals are served family style, helping boys master the art of socializing. The boys live in 12-14 person cabins where they gain the unique abilities of communicating, responsibility, respect for others, and boundaries. Counselors reside in the cabins as chaperones. Chikopi is non-denominational, cabins take turns each week reflecting and explaining their understanding of the Golden Rule.

At Chikopi, we’re all about immersing campers in a world of sports, thrilling adventures, and exciting challenges. From kayaking to triathlons, swimming races, and exhilarating running competitions, there’s never a dull moment. Our program is rich with special events, providing your son with the perfect opportunities to learn new skills and, most importantly, to build the confidence he needs to not only achieve but surpass his goals. Chikopi is where lifelong friendships are forged, and where boys discover the incredible potential within themselves.

Chikopi counselors are hand-picked by the Directors, they are chosen for their leadership and role-model qualities. All counselors and staff are interviewed and undergo a thorough background check. Almost every counselor was a Chikopi camper, thus ensuring continuity of over 100 years of traditions. Counselors and staff participate in weeks of training before the campers arrive. Counselors are required to be First Aid Certified and the majority are Lifeguard certified.

Registration is ongoing, sibling discounts are available, cabin requests can often be accommodated. Accredited by the Ontario Camps Association since 1962, Chikopi is monitored and inspected by all applicable government agencies.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Apply in writing

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Sessions range from two to seven weeks.
See our web site or enrollment form for exact dates and fees.
Visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.campchikopi.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Job openings for experienced sports instructors - please email for further information. Must hold CPR and First Aid certification, and be willing to provide a current vulnerable persons background check.

CAMP FACILITIES: For accommodations we have 16 Cabins 12 of which are winterized, separate riding camp location & accommodations, 8 cabins dedicated for staff housing or rental groups, and 1 retreat cabin with all amenities. RV hook-ups are also available.

As for activity facilities we have a swimming pool, sports field, volleyball court, indoor gym, outdoor basketball, outdoor skate park, climbing wall, archery range, horse trails & corral, mountain bike trails, craft cabin, separate canoe pond, Redberry lake.

In addition we have a dining hall (accommodates 130), separate kitchen located in the gym, an outdoor amphitheatre/chapel & Large fire-pit with bleacher seating.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Redberry Bible Camp has been operating children, young adult, retreat, & adult programming since 1943. We tailor programming to the age group.

Our programming has a three pronged approach. It is our goal to challenge our camper physically, mentally and spiritually. Therefore our programs have the intent to offer each of our campers situation where they can grow in new ways.

Outside of traditional camp programming we also offer a Leadership training program for High school students. This program engages older you in activities that allow personal growth in addition to giving supervised leadership experience.

Our programming does not stop with youth ages, our family camp programming also gives opportunities for growth to persons of all ages. In addition to simply staffing our programs, we engage our staff in their own programming to ensure that the camp experience is invaluable to our staff as well.

In the off season months we offer programming to rental groups as they need.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a Foundations Program where you are taught the ins-and-outs of working at camp in any area: cabin leading, kitchen staff, wranglers, maintenance, and more.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer camperships that can help fully or partially subsidize campers. Call the office for more information.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Separate Family Camp week Programming

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Full Year Facilities, with separate winter programming and retreats. We also have the camp open to rental groups in all seasons other than July & August.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For up to date pricing please refer to our camp website.
• Summer programs visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.redberrybiblecamp.com
• Rental Groups visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.redberrybiblecamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Students spend several hours per day in a variety of intensive dance classes focusing on technique, musicality and artistic expression. Residential students stay at Albert College residences, where they also receive 3 meals per day, snacks, and are involved in a variety of after-dance activities. Day students receive lunch and are invited to participate in the after-dance activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For over 40 years, Quinte Ballet School of Canada has been at the forefront of professional and recreational dance training, and is renowned for its first-rate facility with several professional level studios, changerooms with shower and washroom facilities, student lounge and kitchen, and administrative offices. Teachers are all professionals in their field, and Artistic Director Catherine Taylor is well-known to the Canadian dance community. Please refer to our website for additional information on our faculty, facilities and professional and recreational training programs.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.quinteballetschool.com for information on our fees for Summer Dance Intensive, in addition to our full-time professional and recreational program.

CAMP FACILITIES: Dallas Valley has 3-5 different camps that run simultaneously.

Our site has a swimming pool and hot tub (summer camps only), climbing wall, high ropes course, challenge course, beach volleyball, basketball, human foosball, dugout with zipline (drop into water) and floating toys, archery ranges, riflery ranges, paintball fields, riding arenas, fire pits, and many trails.

Main camp has 15 cabins, a nurse's station, the Hub (building used for instruction and chapel), the Ranch House (dining hall and rec room), and a Lodge for our support staff in the summer and adult guest groups throughout the year.

Conestoga has 9 covered wagons, the Rumble Wagon (dining hall), a nurse's station, and a coverall building (used for morning chapel, and instruction).

Adventure Point is one large building that sleeps 28, 14 on each side, with a dining room and kitchen in the middle.

From mid-June - September we run summer camps for families, seniors, and children.

September - mid-June we host a variety of guest groups.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Through fun and friendships, our camp programs emphasize the development of self-esteem, physical and interpersonal skills, as well as spiritual values.

We take time every day to spend time learning about God, in chapel and cabin reflections. Our activities start with a Bible verse/challenge, which shows that the Bible is relevant in daily life.

Cabins consist of 7-10 campers of similar age, with a cabin leader and possibly a leader in training.

Main camp is for campers ages 9-13.

Junior campers ages 9-10 travel to each activity in cabin groups, and get to try most things once. Horseback riding they do for 1 hour, 4 days a week. We have a cabin leader in every cabin, and try to have a leader in training in most cabins for these weeks. The cabin leaders and LITs travel with their cabins and instruct activities.

Intermediate campers ages 11-13 get to choose 4 activities to do throughout the week. They get put into activities at random, and get to know campers and staff from other cabins. Cabin leaders and LITs get put into 3 activities that they either help with or teach, and get one off.

Conestoga campers ages 13-17 choose 3 activities to do throughout the week. They do not get to choose swimming, as they do this as a group. There is one wagon leader in each cabin, who will teach or help with 2-3 activities/day.

Xtreme campers do a lot of paintballing, as well as mountain biking and boarding. They do many activities as a group, as they are Dallas Valley's smallest camp.

Golf Camp, has an instructor who teaches technique, and helps campers improve on their skills. They will stay at Conestoga in the wagons and do skill training at camp, but are also taken to a local golf course to work on their game. *Campers must bring their own clubs*

Girls Getaway, is our newest addition for 2016. It is a girls only camp, in which girls get to be girls. They will try camp activities, but also have time to relax. Many different skills will be brought to this camp, that won't be available at our other camps.

Western Riding features an emphasis on western horsemanship and gymkana with training in horse management and advanced riding skills. You may request permission to bring your own horse. An overnight Trail Ride through the Boggy Creek Valley to the Colhoun Ranch in Flying Creek Valley is this camps highlight.

Barrel Racing campers learn how to properly pattern their horse on the barrels, horsemanship skills, bits and tack, and other camp skills. Campers will practice the pattern daily. They will also do drywork away from the barrel pattern in order to learn what their horses need to know to make training on the pattern easier for horse and rider. The use of different bits and proper saddle fitting will also be covered. At the end of the week there will be a Sask Barrel Racing Association 'barrel jackpot' held at the camp in which campers will have the option to compete. *Campers must bring their own horses for this camp. This camp is open to girls only.*

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: May long weekend is our staff training, in which all of our program staff must attend. Leaders in training will get to learn to teach skills/activities, find out what camp is all about, obtain job descriptions/requirements, and learn so much more. During the summer the LIT will work alongside a cabin leader in a cabin with the campers, and may have other jobs throughout the summer.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our campership fund is available to help those who can't afford to pay the whole price of camp. We like to give every child the opportunity to come to camp. We do require a form to be filled out with references.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): 60+ friends camp- For those campers who are young at heart.
Family Camp- Campers aren't old enough, or parents just want to go to camp. You get to experience camp as a family.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our facilities are available for year-round group rentals

Archery is now available year-round, as well as challenge course, climbing, hay rides, and riding.

In the fall, winter, and spring, we have riding clubs and private lessons.

Paintball Warriors - is a paintball club that happend on Saturdays in the fall.

Some of our outdoor activities for our spring and fall rental seasons (weather permitting) are canoeing, climbing, high ropes, archery, challenge course, fooseball, hay rides, and swimming.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Dallas Valley is a place where you can enjoy the beauty of God's creation combined with a well-balanced camp, outdoor education or conference experience. We know that people thrive when given the chance to spend time together as well as experience the outdoors through activity and adventure. Campers and guests will enjoy fellowship with each other, lot's of fun through a variety of challenging activities, caring staff, good food, and the opportunity for reflection and renewal. We conduct summer camps for kids and teens in July and August. The camp is available for the fall through spring seasons to host schools, churches, business and service organizatizations, and other groups who wish to plan their own conference, workshop or outdoor adventure

Our Mission:
To ignite and nourish a life transforming relationship with Jesus Christ through a dynamic camp experience.

Our Values: Commitment to integrity.
Integrity must permeate all facets of our ministry. This will include business and finances, director, staff, camper, and guest relationships, and public relations.
“...whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31b NLT Commitment to excellence.
Our desire is to use the resources and abilities, at our disposal, to do the best that we can do in all that we do.
“Whatever you do, do well.” Ecclesiastes 9:10 NLT Commitment to service.
We are here to serve others. In our relationships with others, we want to demonstrate the attitude of Christ who said, “... the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Matthew 20:28 NLT Commitment to prayer.
We recognize our complete dependence on God to fulfill our mission.
“The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results.” James 5:16b NLT

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 10-12 Family Camp

June 16-18, and September 6-8 60+ Friends Camp

June 28-Sept 4th Summer Camps for kids

September 7-June 15th our camp is available for group rentals.

For complete information please visit our website.

If you've never been to Dallas Valley, join us June 5, 2016 for our Open House! We will have activities open, tours and an ongoing barbecue, for those who have yet to experience camp. There is no charge to come out this day, we encourage anyone who hasn't been to camp to come!

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Available Jobs:
Cabin Leader
Leader in Training
Climbing Instructor
Riding Instructor
Lifeguard
Cooks
Assistant Cooks
Wrangler
Maintenance
Custodian
Nurse

CAMP FACILITIES: Overnight and day camp available. Hotel style accomodations within the Annapolis Basin Conference Centre. Pool and gym access, dining hall, recreation hall, theatre, seaside, walking/hiking trails.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The camp is run by the American Musical Theatre Academy that has schools in London, Rome, Belfast, and New York City.

It's Principal, Kenneth Avery is an accomplished West End actor, writer, director, and producer and is a co-founder and the Principal of AMTA. He recently directed the Broadway Revival version of GODSPELL, which toured the UK. West End acting credits include THE PRODUCERS, RAGTIME, SWEET CHARITY, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, and 125th STREET. He has shared the stage with Nathan Lane, Lee Evans, Liza Minnelli, Elton John, Olivia Newton-John, Elaine Paige and others. He has performed for British Royalty on two occasions and for the prestigious Chichester Festival in the critically acclaimed production of THE MUSIC MAN. In 2014, Kenneth performed in the musical he co-wrote, THE SINGING TEACHER, off the West End. He is dedicated to helping young performers reach their full potential and realize their dreams.

It's Vice-Principal and Head of Musical Theatre, Mark Goldthorp has recently performed in SUNSET BOULEVARD (Sheldrake) alongside Tony Award-winning actress Glenn Close at the London Coliseum. Prior to this, Mark performed in the European Premiere of SEE WHAT I WANNA SEE by Tony Award winning composer Michael John La Chiusa in London’s West End. His other numerous West End and touring credits include playing in MATILDA (Doctor/Escapologist), AVENUE Q (Nicky/Trekkie), the 25th Anniversary Concert of LES MISERABLES at the 02, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, INTO THE WOODS, LES MISERABLES, WOMAN IN WHITE, and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. He recently premiered his new play, ALL THINGS NICE, in London. Mark also performed in THE SINGING TEACHER, which he co-wrote with Kenneth Avery-Clark and had its premiere in London.

And the camp's third teacher, Grant Martin graduated from the University of Hertfordshire with a degree in Music, Commercial Composition and Technology. Musical Director on the UK/Hong Kong tour of ‘Avenue Q’, he also toured with ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’, and previous shows include We Will Rock You; Rent; Into The Woods; The Drowsy Chaperone; Copacabana; Spring Awakening; Little Shop of Horrors; La Cage Aux Folles, Putting It Together and more, along with prominent pantomimes including The Grove Theatre and the Theatre Royal Bury St. Edmunds. Grant spent several years as Musical Director for Royal Caribbean International, arranging for the orchestras and leading the music programme. He continues to work in that industry via Live Business Entertainment as Musical Supervisor and arranger. Grant joins AMTA from The Urdang Academy, London. He has previously taught at several other academies, including Mountview, Bodywork Company Dance Studio, ArtsEd London and East 15, and can also be found working as a jazz pianist, whilst maintaining his passion for composing and performing original material.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp runs July 21st - August 3rd.
Students aged 11 & up are permitted to participate in overnight camp.
Overnight camp: $1500 + HST
Day camp: 600 + HST

CAMP FACILITIES: 500 Acre private wilderness retreat. Cabin accommodations. Private Lake.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please visit our website to discover so much more about the Active Challenge Program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2014 dates:
Session one June 29 - July 26
Session two July 27 to August 23
Camp tuition is $3500.00 per session.

CAMP FACILITIES: Shared, comfortable dorm rooms with full amenities at the Centre for Reformational Culture, on the Ezra Institute's 24-acre Niagara Escarpment property in Grimsby, Ontario.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Ezra Institute is a confessional evangelical Christian organization established in 2009. Our purpose is the preservation and advancement of the truth, freedom and beauty of the gospel of Jesus Christ, for the renewal of all life and culture.

The camps and residential programs of the Ezra Institute are designed to instill in the hearts and minds of the delegates a robust scriptural world-and-life-view, a renewed vision of the gospel, a deepened understanding of the transforming power of the Word of God and insight into the implications of that Word for every aspect of life.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: For more info on financial assistance, please contact info[AT]ezrainstitute.ca.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Foundational Christian Worldview Training, Farming and Conservation, Evangelism Practicum, Archery, Low Ropes, Volleyball.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Worldview Leadership Camp 2021 runs two sessions: August 15-20 (Jr. Week, ages 14-16), and August 22-27 (Sr. Week, ages 16-19). The total fee for each 1-week session is $749.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We have a number of camp Mentor and Activity Coordinator positions available, as well as a volunteer Cook position.

If interested, and for more information, please contact our Program Coordinator, Davie Peter, at dpeter[AT]ezrainstitute.ca.

CAMP FACILITIES: 13 cabins, Dining hall, archery, paintball, climbing wall, chapel, swimming, swimming, wake board, fishing, pontoon boat

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Look at the website

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full details on the website

CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities include a modern dining hall, cabins and two heated pools.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: As a member of the Ontario Camps Association, Kettleby Valley is an accredited camp. We offer campers the opportunity to develop a healthy sense of independence while under the guidance of our qualified staff.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Leader-In-Training program is a summer camp program for teens who have just completed grade 9. This program is an excellent opportunity to learn leadership strategies, build team skills, and develop a healthy work ethic. As an ‘LIT’, campers are expected to take on responsibilities associated with counselling and instructing while being supervised and guided. The Leader-In-Training program is a three-week commitment with a mandatory overnight session the first week to further the participant’s leadership development.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: From September to June, Kettleby Valley operates as an Outdoor Education Centre for schools and other organized groups. For groups who are looking for a full experience, we offer program food and lodging.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.kettlebyvalley.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We offer overnight/sleepaway dance camps in beautiful locations where the pace of life is slower. At ADTC, mountains, forests and lakes will surround you. You'll raise your serotonin, boost your immune system, and do what you love all day long.

Our dance camps are near renowned destination resorts & famous cities. At ADTC, you'll have access to all of the activities you'd want to enjoy at camp, as well as all of the amenities you'd expect to find at a resort. And we have just as much fun outside the dance studio as we do in class!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our top-notch dance choreographers bring the freshest dance combinations to our dance camps! They hail from the best dance studios, schools and performance groups.

ADTC choreographers have the most impressive dance resumes: they are Radio City Rockettes; Broadway & MTV performers; celebrities from your favorite dance TV shows; and collegiate dance team competitors.

No matter what level dancer you are, we’ve got fun & challenging dance classes that’ll fit you just right.

You’ll take four dance classes daily and at week’s end you get to show off your new moves in a big Friday night performance for family, friends and fellow campers.

In addition to core dance classes in contemporary, hip hop & jazz (styles of jazz vary and may include lyrical, modern or Broadway), you’ll choose between ballet, tap or world dance for your core elective dance class.

And we believe girls in our perfectionist culture need to get out and have more authentic fun! At ADTC you can enjoy awesome activities & extras like horseback riding, kayaking, paintball, trampolines, swimming, hiking, rock wall climbing, alpine slides, water rides, and so much more!

Join us this summer for your chance to take dance classes with the best choreographers in the world!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a Counselor-In-Training program for girls ages 16 & 17 (application required; 2 week minimum commitment):
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer need-based scholarships for up to 1/2 off tuition:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer discounted "family vacation packages" for parents looking to stay nearby while their daughter attends ADTC.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: FREE weekend virtual dance camps:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

Custom choreography:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

On-demand dance classes & choreography:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates & rates, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Staff Application: Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Over 30 rustic cabins and Yukon tents nestled among the trees; beautiful lake for canoeing, swimming, windsurfing, sailing, and kayaking; two tennis courts; 45 foot climbing wall; family-style dining hall; and our beautiful Lodge (built in 1922) is one of the oldest log buildings still in use in Canada.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Ouareau (est. 1922) is a residential camp for girls. The campers get to choose their own activities from more than 15 different options, and we offer Red Cross swimming levels and language classes for girls working on their French or English. We have both Anglophone and Francophone campers in every cabin or tent group, and run camp in both languages throughout the summer. We also offer canoe, climbing, and hiking trips. Accredited by the ACQ & OCA, and affiliated with the CCA, ICF, and ACA. Staff ratio of 1:3.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Program for eligible campers; leadership programs for teens

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid may be available. Contact us for more information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our directors and staff put their energy into making Camp Ouareau a place where girls and young women can discover their true selves. We strive to provide positive role models for your daughters and build cultural bridges through appreciation and understanding. Each year that campers return to Ouareau we aspire to provide them with a unique and positive experience while they continue to grow in self-confidence, mind, and spirit.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp opens on June 25th, 2017, and closes August 19nd, 2017. We offer 5-day sessions for 6-7 year olds, and 2-, 4-, 6-, or 8-week sessions for girls aged 8-16. Please see our website (Our Camp Website Link: en.ouareau.com) for complete information on the different sessions.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For more information on job opportunities, please take a look at Our Camp Website Link: en.ouareau.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Olympic sized outdoor pool, indoor and outdoor climbing walls, gym, skateboard park, archery range, high and low ropes courses, four ziplines, playground, and lake-front activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer camping programs for children age 6-16, as well as our Beyond Boundaries program for children with developmental disabilities.

We also offer Youth Development programs that cater towards 14-17 year olds looking to learn and grow in their abilities.

Please check out our website for more info.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We believe that all youth need and deserve the opportunities and encouragement to become all that they can be. Our Youth Development Program (YDP) is exactly that. YDP provides the atmosphere and resources for youth aged 14-17 to discover more about themselves and who God has created them to be. It is our hope that through this program, youth will develop the skills and abilities to grow into adulthood with confidence. Our older age group in this program will focus more intentionally on leadership.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Contact the office for more information.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer a Family Camp and Single Parent's Camp in July, and Single Parents Retreat in December. For more information on these camps, please see our website.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have retreats that run throughout the year - more information about that on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.stillwood.ca.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For information on dates and fees for 2019, please see our website at: Our Camp Website Link: stillwood.ca.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Stillwood Camp is Looking for the following staff:
Cabin Counselors
Summer Senior Staff Positions
Bus Drivers
Nurses
Lifeguards

We have many other positions available. Please see our website for an exhaustive list, at: Our Camp Website Link: stillwood.ca

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camp sits on 120 acres of treed and grassy property on the shore of Katepwa Lake. We have 10 cabins which sleep between 11 and 13 campers. Our lodge has a full commercial kitchen and dining room. Our lodge also features rooms with queen and bunk beds. There are two chapels on the property, one is winterized and our summer chapel also serves as a recreation centre. A beach volleyball court and outdoor basketball court as well as a grassy field for ultimate frisbee and other outdoor games.

We have an amptheatre with stage and fire pit as well as a climbing wall, zipline, 2 full sized paintball courses and a water challenge course. We have 2 professional wakeboarding boats, canoes and kayaks and an unreal beach area at our waterfront. There is a RV park and tenting areas, lots of trails to hike and several campfire spots. A very beautiful and relaxing place with lots of space to explore and grow.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps runs from Sunday afternoon to Friday morning each week of the summer. We host age specific coed camps for ages 6-18 years as well as an extreme camp and family camp. We have been doing this since 1949 in this location and each summer many children, youth, staff and volunteers return to be involved in the opportunities here. We are a Christian camp and therefore teach and model positive attitudes and values. Campers are placed in cabins with a minimum of two cabin leaders which reside day and night in the cabin with the campers.

We offer a wide range of activities which include: wake boarding, tubing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, mountain boarding, wall climbing, zipline, paintball, field games, basketball, hip-hop dance, crafts, geo-caching, photography, survival skills, archery, hiking, and many more skills which are for the purpose of learning and having fun. Campfires are held each evening weather permitting. Our staff are full of energy and care deeply for the growth and well being of every camper. We hold a chapel service each day as well as other activities to stimulate the spiritual, emotional, mental and physical growth of each camper.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our camp operates on a Model, Ministry and Mentoring philosophy. All campers and staff fit into this method. We offer a 2 year Lit program which operates on campus as well as offers ministry and learning opportunities off of the campus. This is a discipleship, relationship and camp operation program. There are 2 terms for LIT's to take part in where each term is 3 weeks long and combine both 1st and 2nd year LIT's. The LIT program often leads into employment at camp.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have full and partial sponsorships available. Sponsorships are available only by contacting the director prior to camp for approval and are presented on an individual need basis.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp dates are June 26-28 and include a full range of activities for all ages of children, youth and family. Our program staff is on hand to operate boats, zipline, climbing wall. We have children's and youth activities and sessions. A relaxing time with opportunities for worship, fellowship and fun.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our camp operates year round with a full slate of camps throughout the summer, winter camps usually in February and rentals to school groups, churches and others in the fall, winter and spring. Our programming staff are available to operate skills during the off season.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please check our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.katepwalakecamp.com for individual dates. prices and registration information. You may also call the camp at 306.332.4727

CAMP FACILITIES: NYQUEST Grandparent Camp makes good use of the various accommodations at Lakefield College School, all of which are clean, comfortable, steps away from the action and have Air Conditioning. You can rest assured that you and your grandchildren will have a fantastic nights' sleep after a busy day at camp. We are able to cater to specific accommodation needs (e.g. adjoining/shared rooms for younger campers, ground floor access).

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: NYQUEST Grandparent Camp brings together grandparents and their grandchildren in a completely new way, and in a supportive, comfortable outdoor/indoor setting. Through joint activities and experiences shared with each other at camp, the intergenerational relationship between grandparent and grandchild is deepened and strengthened. The grandparents will participate directly with their grandchildren in most activities and in some activities they will observe as the grandchildren have fun with the NYQUEST staff.

There will also be opportunities for the grandparents to relax and enjoy the camp on their own as their grandchildren are fully supervised and engaged in our camp programming. Create your own memories, enjoy life together at your own pace and make the most of that special bond that only exists between grandparents and their grandchildren.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates for 2015:
FRIDAY, JULY 31st (campers arrive between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm) - SUNDAY, AUGUST 2nd (campers depart before lunch)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7th (campers arrive between 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm) - SUNDAY, AUGUST 9th (campers depart before lunch)

Fees:
Children ages 2-13: $150 + HST
Adults: $300 + HST

CAMP FACILITIES: CAMP KODIAK FACILITIES INCLUDE:
- 28 lakefront cabins with electricity, full bathrooms with showers, and large decks overlooking the lake
- 2 spacious, airy dining rooms
- a large gym/recreation hall
- a modern, well-equipped health center
- a large, safe, sandy beach
- outdoor basketball court
- tennis courts
- baseball field
- soccer field
- beach volleyball court
- archery range
- horseback riding facilities
- Arts & Crafts studio
- Pottery/Ceramics studio
- Stained Glass workshop
- mini-golf course
- high ropes elements in forest
- new rock climbing wall

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
BACKGROUND: Camp Kodiak is an integrated, non-competitive, overnight summer camp serving children & teens with and without LD, ADHD, high-functioning ASD. Campers come from all over North America and from abroad. The primary objectives of Camp Kodiak are to build confidence and self-esteem, to teach social skills, to foster independence and to provide an exciting and satisfying camp experience. This is achieved by providing a safe and nurturing environment, a mature, professional staff, a very low camper-to-staff ratio and a program that is designed to ensure success. Staff never miss the opportunity to recognize and celebrate these successes.

PROGRAM: Camp Kodiak programs for success! All sports and activities are taught in an organized, set-by-step fashion to ensure success. Cooperation rather that competition is emphasized. There are over 50 sports, crafts, cultural and educational activities so that every camper can find several activities at which they can excel.

Core Program: Many campers are hesitant to take on new challenges. In order to ensure that they get the most out of their camp experience Kodiak has developed a core program of 14 activities to which all cabin groups are scheduled. They include an instructional swimming program, water-skiing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, team sports, tennis, archery, arts & crafts, drama, team-building initiatives, high ropes and rock climbing. Campers are encouraged to participate in these activities with their cabin group.

Electives: There are several times each day when campers are able to choose their own activities and pursue personal interests independent of their cabin-mates. The choices include instruction in activities of their choosing and activities that are strictly recreational.

Academics: Monday to Friday, right after breakfast, everyone in camp has an hour of academic instruction.

There are two components to the academic program, Option 1 and Option 2. Campers in Option 1 receive academic tutoring. Campers in Option 2 receive instruction in an educational activity such as music, drama, dance, pottery, photography, chess, STEM activities, first aid, nature studies, etc.

STAFF: An important reason for the success of our program is our staff. Approximately one half of our counselors are trained, certified professionals from the fields of education, psychology, social work and recreation. Every cabin has at least three counselors and at least one of them is a trained professional. The remaining staff are university students, most of whom are working towards a career in one of the helping professions. The camper-to-staff ratio is 2-to-1. All of our staff undergo a rigorous training period before the campers arrive and all new counselors go through a police background check.

MEDICAL CARE: We have a doctor and three nurses on staff. They live on-site, administer all medication and are available 24 hours a day in case of emergency. The hospital in Parry Sound is 20 minutes away.

TRANSPORTATION: Transportation to camp is by highway coach from Toronto. Camp personnel are available to meet campers at Toronto International Airport and to ensure they get their flights home at the end of camp. There is no extra charge for this service.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Kodiak LITs range in age from 16 to 18. Besides the regular camp activities, they attend workshops on learning differences, team building, leadership skills and teaching methods. Then, under the supervision of our staff, they have the opportunity to assist counselors with some of our younger campers. They also help organize and implement some of our evening and theme day activities. LITs who are looking for more vocational experiences act as waiters & waitresses for our younger campers. They also help out with some of our office routines and help run our camp store ("tuck shop").

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
CAMP KODIAK HAS 2 SESSIONS
Session 1 (June 28 - July 25) 4 weeks $6175.00 + HST
Session 2 (July 26 - Aug. 15) 3 weeks $4990.00 + HST
Sessions 1&2 (June 28 - Aug. 15) 7 weeks $910,185.00 + HST

Fees include all activities, laundry service, tuck shop, and transportation from Toronto. We must add the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) to the fees regardless of whether or not the family is Canadian.

CAMP FACILITIES: Please visit our website for details.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer extended whitewater/canoeing and camping trips. From 5-45 days.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our dates and rates page on our website.

CAMP FACILITIES: At Wabikon, campers live in large wooden cabins which sleep 8 to 10 campers and 2 staff members. The camp is divided into sections with the girls' cabins on one side of camp and the boys' cabins on the other. Cabins for our younger campers are located near the centre of camp, very close to shower and washroom facilities as well the large Dining and Recreation Hall and the Medical Lodge. Each section has washroom facilities close by which are equipped with electricity, individual shower stalls and flush toilets.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Wabikon is dedicated to the traditional ideals of personal development, friendship and cooperation. It is the strong belief of the Bernardo family that the camp's cooperative philosophy can best be achieved by limiting the number of campers per session to create a smaller, more intimate environment where each camper can feel like a valued member of the Wabikon family. In addition to Wabikon's full range of daily activities, our program also includes various dramatic and theme based programs mixed in throughout the session. These programs may be afternoon, evening or all day programs and organized as cabin, section or all-camp events. They are a great way to break up the daily routine with some creative, age-appropriate fun and provide an excellent opportunity for teamwork and team play.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS:
Each summer, 16/17 year-old youth from around the world travel to Temagami for Camp Wabikon's excellent Counsellor-in-Training, or 'C.I.T.' Leadership program. The six week program is carefully planned and designed to lead its participants through an educational, challenging, exciting and fun adventure that will help them bridge the gap from Camper to Staff and help prepare them for their future, both within and outside of the camping world.

OTHER CAMP INFO: More information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: wabikon.com.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete information please visit: Our Camp Website Link: wabikon.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Kawartha's main camp facility on Clear Lake includes 17 cabins nestled among the trees, central washroom & shower facilities, family-style dining hall, straw-bale meeting hall, two classrooms, waterfront with swimming & boating areas for canoeing, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing, amphitheater/campfire area overlooking the lake, basketball court, volleyball court, playing field, accessible climbing wall, low & high ropes, archery range, trails, wetlands, greenhouse & garden, all on 186 acres of scenic property.

Our Environment Centre in Peterborough is a unique 2000 square foot sustainable building which showcases innovative green architecture and alternative energy.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Kawartha offers a variety of overnight summer camps for ages 7-17, and day camps for ages 4-15. For detailed information about each of the programs we offer, visit: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: At Camp Kawartha, the quality of our summer camp programs begins with the excellence of our camp counsellors and leaders. We have worked hard to create a first-rate leadership development program specifically designed to train young adults in the elements of safe and effective leadership.

* 4-week Counsellor Skills Development (CSD) or Wilderness Counselor Skills Development (WCSD) for ages 15-16
* 4-week Leader-in-Training (LIT) or Wilderness Leader-in-Training (WLIT) for ages 16-17

There is an application and selection process for our 4-week Leadership Programs. Campers have to demonstrate that they are prepared to meet the demands of the program through their previous experience, by answering relevant questions and completing a letter to why they would be an asset to the program.
Visit: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Early Bird and Sibling Discounts available. Our subsidy fund, thanks to the generosity of donors, helps families with limited financial resources who cannot afford the full cost of camp. A subsidy application along with references is required at time of registration. For more information, visit: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our annual Summer Camp Open House is a great opportunity for both new and returning campers and their families to tour our facilities, see our recent upgrades, and meet some of our camp staff. For more information, visit: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Kawartha is open year-round with two facility locations:
* our main site on Clear Lake in Douro-Dummer
* and our Environment Centre in Peterborough.

During July & August we offer summer camp programs for ages 4-17.

During the school year, we provide curriculum-linked outdoor & environmental education programs at both our centres for students in grades K-12.

From September to June, our main site on Clear Lake provides a scenic and relaxing venue for weekend retreats, team-building programs, and conferences. Our Environment Centre in Peterborough is available for day or evening rentals for meetings, and workshops. For info about facility rentals, visit: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Kawartha is an accredited member of the Ontario Camps Association, which monitors our commitment to standards set out for all camp operations.

Our small size, our high staff to camper ratio and our emphasis on fostering stewardship means that campers learn to care for one another and the earth we all share. Fun, fellowship and joy is infused in everything we do.

Our camp has a high camper return rate; read our testimonials: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Kawartha offers a variety of day and overnight summer camp programs:
* Kinder Day Camp for ages 4-5
* Day Camp for ages 5-8
* Environment Centre Day Camps for ages 6-15
* 2-day/1-night Overnight Camp for ages 6-9
* 3-day/2-night Introduction to Camp for ages 8-10
* 5-day/4-night Nature Camp for ages 7-14
* 1-week & 2-week Overnight Camps for ages 8-14
* 1-week & 2-week Tripping Programs for ages 12-16
* 3-week Pre-Leadership Camp for ages 13-14
* 4-week Counselor Skills Development program for ages 15-16
* 4-Week Leader-in-Training Program for ages 16-17

Sessions fill up fast, so don’t delay in registering! For a detailed list of camp session dates, fees, and availability, visit: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For a list of current job openings, visit: Our Camp Website Link: campkawartha.ca

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Can-Aqua has over 40 buildings on site. A private lake, full service dining hall, a large health and wellness centre, movie theatre, rec hall, Wood Working Studio, Arts and Creative Spaces, and 22 camper cabins.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Divided into cabins by age and gender, our traditional camp programs (2-weeks & 4-weeks) are the signature programs here at Can-Aqua. Each night, campers visit our famous program board to select their activities for the following day. At Can-Aqua we place special emphasis on individualized teaching, which allows each camper to move through programs at their own pace. Our awards system is intricate and ensures that growth and development is recognized and interlaced within the crazy fun.

In addition to activity selections, campers take part in a mix of programs divided by cabin, section, team, gender and the full camp on a daily basis. As the session progresses, campers will have the opportunity to take part in an overnight camping trip with their cabin mates. Towards the end of each session, our Can-Aqua Games become a highlight to the experience. Our mini games take place halfway through each month, followed by a larger games program at the end of July and August.

Campers who stay for 4-weeks not only benefit from additional instruction and program time but also have the opportunity to take part in an advanced Algonquin Outtrip, are eligible for advanced swim instruction (Bronze Med & Cross) and enjoy being part of the popular mid month “changeover program” with the directors.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Can-Aqua offers two leadership programs and focuses our structured leadership development on candidates ages 15-17.

Our Leadership programs focus on the development of key social and cooperative skills in young people. Beginning at fifteen years of age, the 4 week programs encourage candidates to take on responsibilities or role modeling as they are challenged to support the campers that look up to them.

Leaders in our community, candidates will work towards achieving certified levels in First Air, CPR and NLS. Both leadership programs involve an extended outtrip as well and provide your young leaders with ample opportunities to continue to learn and grow, while taking on more responsibilities to ensure our camp community remains exceptional.

For more info on each Leadership Stream, visit:
Our Camp Website Link: www.canaqua.ca

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available at Camp Can-Aqua through The Louis Gyori Foundation. This foundation was established in memory of our founder. Applications are available through request at info[AT]canaqua.ca

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp Can-Aqua operates 4 family camp weekends each year. For more information on Family Camp programs at Can-Aqua, visit the webpage at:
Our Camp Website Link: www.canaqua.ca

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Unique to Camp Can-Aqua, in addition to exceptional summer camp programs in Ontario...we are also a manufacturer of maple syrup.

OTHER CAMP INFO: In addition to regular camp programs, Camp Can-Aqua also has remarkable specialty camp programs.

Specialty Camps at Can-Aqua have been designed to offer kids who have specific passions, a specialized focus while still submerged in summer camp life.

These single week programs ensure a focus on individual activities that campers are keen to take part in. A typical day in any of our specialty camps involved a half-day devoted to the specific program, partnered with a half day of camper selected programs from our programming board. This structure makes sure that all campers enrolled in specialty programs are still actively engaged in the day to day camp programs available.

Specialty programs do vary from year to year but can include wakeboard and waterskiing, mountain biking, photography, amateur film production, and musical theatre.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For full dates and information pertaining to fees and programming check out the Rates and Dates page on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.canaqua.ca

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always interested in meeting exceptional people looking for inspiring work opportunities. Anyone interested in applying should send a resume and cover letter to the attention of the director at: andrewmartin[AT]canaqua.ca.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Qwanoes' facilities include the Sky Ridge Lodge, Pacific Woods Lodge, Club Coco, the Q-Town Activity Centre, seven cabin villages, the Tuck Shop, Beach Betty's, Ice Cream Island, Shave Ice Palace, Qwanoes Beach, the Above & Beyond Challenge Course, a concrete skatepark, RC Speedway track, mountain bike trails and terrain park, sport court, volleyball court, a guest house, and much more. Here is more information about the accommodation:

Cabins:
Campers will stay in cabent-style cabins nestled amongst tall trees in our seven villages, with each village made up of similar age groups. Modern washrooms, including hot water and showers, are centrally located in buildings and cabin village areas.

Sky Ridge Lodge:
The Sky Ridge Lodge is conveniently located and offers a breathtaking view of the ocean from the upstairs decks. Each of the comfortable rooms offers space for up to 6 people, with two centrally located common washrooms with showers. Since the dining room is in the same building, you won't have to travel far for meals!

Pacific Woods Lodge:
Come and experience our Pacific Woods Lodge! From the gorgeous wood beams in the entryway to the view of the forest or ocean from the window seat in your room, you'll feel relaxed and inspired while staying here. Each fir-trimmed room sleeps up to 8 people and has it's own bathroom including private shower and even double sinks! Only a short walk from the Sky Ridge Lodge where you'll enjoy your delicious meals, the Pacific Woods Lodge is tucked out of the way, but not too far away. Enjoy the peace and quiet of this west-coast escape!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Wild action and pure fun, sun-soaked days, friends, great food, and all in a spectacular ocean-front setting. What makes a week at Qwanoes so special? We love kids! And we're built from the ground up for kids to experience an unforgettable life-changing week. From over 75 activities to crazy games and great music to quality staff, we are committed to providing the best experience to our guests. Campers who arrive at camp just looking for fun will discover far more - like new-found friends, newly acquired skills, real love, a caring environment, and lasting memories. Step out of the everyday and soar into another world!

Our camper/counselor ratio averages 5 to 1 and most cabins have both a senior and junior counselor. The camper/staff ratio is a low 2 to 1. Staff are carefully screened using resumés, applications, references, interviews, and criminal record checks. Staff have appropriate certification and training for the areas to which they are assigned.

Camp Qwanoes, in addition to offering summer camps for ages 8 to 18, operates year-round. Other programs and opportunities include retreats for youth and adults, family programs, events, leadership training and development, and guest group rentals.

Qwanoes is a fully accredited member of the B.C. Camping Association, Christian Camping International Canada, and the Fellowship of Christian Camps in B.C.

Qwanoes was founded in 1966 and is celebrating 50 amazing years in 2016.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Life-changing leadership training programs for high school students, starting at age 15, and young adults. Learn all about living and sharing life like no other in Christ and how to help others discover that life. And what better setting to get this training than camp - summer's most exciting place! Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Step-Out Program - Ages 15-16
Seven sessions of our 2-week, entry-level leadership training program for ages 15-16 are offered throughout the summer. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Counselor-In-Training Program - Ages 16-18
Two sessions of our 4-week, CIT program are offered each summer. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Leader-In-Training Program - For CIT Program Grads
Two LIT options are offered each summer - one for at least 8 weeks and one for at least 4 weeks. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Kaléo Program - For High School Grads Ages 18-23
The Kaléo program is an 8-month foundational leadership college program of Camp Qwanoes and Briercrest College & Seminary. For more info please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Internship Program - For Young Adults
We are seeking 4 to 6 interns per year from early September until the end of the following summer. College course options are available. Please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

Qwanoes Training Series - For Ages 16+
Training offered on weekends from March to June each year include: Challenge Course Instructor Training Workshops, "Arise" Youth Worship Conference, Counselor Training Seminar, Staff Leadership Orientation, Waterski/Wakeboard Instructor Training Workshop. Please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Qwanoes camp fees continue to be 10-20% lower than comparable camps in the Pacific Northwest and 20-30% lower than comparable camps in Canada. Please contact Betty Bayley (betty[AT]qwanoes.ca) for information about "camperships" if financial aid is needed.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Spring Family Retreat (May long weekend) & Summer Family Retreat (mid-June). Take a family vacation with a purpose. Qwanoes Style. The perfect blend of recreation and friendship, relaxation and discovery. Prepare yourself for the smiles. Togetherness. And countless memories. Young, old, single parent... all families are welcome! Highlights include quality programs for children and youth, an exciting variety of sports and activities, special family times and firesides, great food (and no clean up!), and complimentary evening babysitting.

Family Work Weekend (early June). This special weekend includes serving on Saturday as part of a work day to help prepare camp for an exciting summer season, special family firesides, a family fun event, a special Prayer Walk, and a Q-Town on Sunday morning.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Other year-round programs/events of Qwanoes include:
- Cowichan Valley Youth Night (Jan)
- Missions Fest Vancouver (Jan)
- Missions Trips (Feb)
- Qwanoes Visits (Jan to June)
- LiftOff (Feb)
- Experience Our Kaléo Program (Feb, Mar, Nov)
- Work Day (Apr)
- Retreats (Apr, May, June, Oct, Nov, Dec)
- Open House (June)
- Qwanoes Road Tour (Sept, Oct)
- Island Youth Workers Conference (Oct)
- Guest Group Rentals

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Qwanoes operates as a registered non-profit society with members being Vancouver Island and Greater Vancouver Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches that have joined the society. Qwanoes is a certified member of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more info about our summer programs, please visit our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

For more info about our retreats, please see: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Qwanoes has many summer positions including leadership positions to choose from in a variety of camp areas: Counseling, Activities (Waterfront, Challenge Course, Land), Program Support, Operations (Kitchen/Maintenance), Admin, and more!

Please visit our website for details about positions available: Our Camp Website Link: www.qwanoes.ca.

CAMP FACILITIES: Please see their descriptions in SCA's online directory of camps at Our Camp Website Link: saskcamps.ca

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please see program options for each camp at Our Camp Website Link: saskcamps.ca.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership training programs for camp board members, support and program staff members.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp(s).

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-round programs.

OTHER CAMP INFO: The Saskatchewan Camping Association is an Association involving 45 organized camp facilities and programs in the province of Saskatchewan in Canada. Each individual camp is described in Directory section of the Members camp pages on our website. Please follow the links to the camps that attract your interest at Our Camp Website Link: saskcamps.ca

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See directory of camps and go to the camp you are interested in for more information. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: saskcamps.ca.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Full time leadership positions available from time to time.
Summer/seasonal positions in program leadership, skills instructors, small group/cabin leadership, food service, maintenance, camp nursing, etc., depending on the individual camp's staff needs.

Please visit the SCA website at Our Camp Website Link: saskcamps.ca and follow the links available to individual camps.

CAMP FACILITIES: Rustic Wilderness Area

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Map & Compass
ORCKA Canoe Courses
Wilderness First Aid

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website for dates at Our Camp Website Link: www.wildernessrescuesolutions.com

CAMP FACILITIES: The youngest boys sleep in cabins, the older boys sleep under canvas in bunk beds on raised wooden platforms, we have a quiet beautiful lake for our water activities, amazing meals and lots of fun evening programs as well as the five daily activity periods.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: ponacka.com.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program for 16 year olds who have attended as campers.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Boys age 7-10 have the option of attending camp for either 2 or 4 weeks. Once they turn 11, they attend the four week session in either July or August. The fees are $4250 CDN dollars for a four week session, and $2300 for two weeks. The camp runs June 28th - July 25th, and July 30- August 26th.

CAMP FACILITIES: 18 modern camper cabins, Dining Hall, Recreation Hall, Barn, Situated along the bank of the beautiful Saugeen River, Outdoor campfire rings, 2 washhouses with hot and cold running water, numerous activity buildings, olympic size pool

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1954 Camp Cherith's rich and diverse outdoor activities have helped campers aged 6 - 17 gain self confidence, develop leadership skills and grow socially and spiritually. Our Christian environment is an intentional integration of Biblical values and activity. Customized programs are taught by positive role models in a small group, non competitive and fun atmosphere. Camp Cherith provides children with a community of caring adults, who nurture experiential education that results in self-respect and appreciation for God and His creation. All of the outcomes - self-identity, self-worth, self-esteem, leadership, and self-respect - build personal competencies.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership programs:
CILT (grades 10 and up)
Over this 2 year program campers will develop a solid understanding of God’s truth for their lives. CILTs learn leadership skills for use at camp and in their home communities

Junior Leadership (grades 7 - 9)
Along with traditional camp activities, this program offers practical instruction in goal setting, responsible decision making and positive peer interactions

Canoe Trip (grades 7 and up)
An out-trip experience on the Saugeen River one of the premier canoe routes in southern Ontario. Build character, self-confidence and develop leadership skills.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother Daughter Weekend
Father Son Weekend

Camp Cherith values the parent-child relationship. That's why we offer our very special Mother-Daughter and Father-Son Weekends. A weekend together at Cherith can strengthen an adult-child (or teen) bond in ways that few experiences in daily life can. It's also an incredible opportunity to connect with God through worship in a tranquil, natural setting that proclaims the wonder of his creation.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Cherith is more than something to do when school's out. It is an essential component of your child's healthy development - physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually and spiritually.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full details available on our website Our Camp Website Link: www.campcherith.ca.

CAMP FACILITIES: Day Camps operate at independent schools; indoor-outdoor programming, safe accredited, inspected and well-supervised spaces. OVERNIGHT CAMP 2022 is 7 day / 6 night traditional camp experience in the beautiful Niagara Peninsula region of Ontario; Our Camp Website Link: www.debatecamp.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Debate Camp creates a learning experience that is safe, welcoming, fun, and intellectually-engaging. Our program is meant to appeal to all ability levels, from the reluctant speaker to the already-accomplished debater.

We believe that learning is best served by engaging students in an academic experience, while at the same time ensuring they feel empowered to take risks.

We believe that "camp" creates a novel and secure learning environment in which campers feel safe to try new skills, think on their feet, see the opposing view, and to trust their teammates. Campers repeatedly inform us of how successful their academic experiences are - after Debate Camp, largely because they felt emboldened and confident in their ability to engage in discourse on subjects they felt unsure about only weeks previous. " I learned so much" is the most consistent feedback we get.

We feel that debating is not an elite skill for competition purposes only. Nor is it something that should be oversold / overcharged for the purpose of enhancing the college application process. We believe that to have advocacy skills, an ability with rhetoric, an ability to effectively organize one's thoughts, an ability to listen and be heard and to honour one's opponents with effective points and counter-points, are skills that all kids should develop.

As such, we annually review our fee scale to ensure we remain within reach of as many families as possible. We continue to work on funding and recruitment structures so that we may continue to remove barriers to enrichment education.

Moreover, we remain about training in the area of verbal advocacy; to stand, speak and be heard - an area requiring continued attention at a time when digital means provide so many alternatives to this. In the generation of the smart phone, of potentially less human-to-human conversation over substantial matters, what we teach is even more coveted...

Education has forever operated on a belief in the skills, ability and good intention of the future generation. Debate Camp is honoured to be invested in this work.

AMERICAN CAMPING ASSOCIATION

Debate Camp successfully completed the ACA 18 month accreditation process in 2021. This process included a thorough documentation and policy review of Debate Camp's Operation Manual and training materials. In 2021, an ACA site visitor visited in-person camp locations to observe camp operations and ensure the highest of facility standards at two of our American Debate Camp locations (as exemplars of our program in all regions)

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CANADIAN CAMPING ASSOCIATION

Debate Camp in 2020 was awarded with accreditation status from the provincial division of the CCA - Camping Association of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island [CANSPEI] . This 24 month process, ensured that all operating standards, including overnight camps in Canada are compliant with the highest operating standards; inclusive of an audit of our mission and values.

Highlights
• grades 5 - 10
• multi-level instruction
• suits all ability levels
• teaching ratio 1:8
• 3 debate rounds daily
• feedback and fun!
• all resources provided.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Debate Camp's intern program is popular among former campers that want to gain camp experience before they are staff age. The intern program is paid and provides interns with the necessary training and great leadership experience for college applications.

INTERN PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Debate Camp offers a select number of program staff internships each summer.

Interns must have completed Grade 10 or 11

experience working with youth

competitive debate and/or public speaking experience or experience with Model UN simulations

strong team player

willingness to learn how to design and deliver educational workshops

Internships are available at all in-person day camps and overnight camps as well as online camps.

Full details on: Our Camp Website Link: www.debatecamp.com
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YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Debate Camp Online; alongside all of our year-round enrichment programming is available at: Our Camp Website Link: www.enrichment.camp

OTHER CAMP INFO: All 2022 Health & Safety Practices as well as our Compliance standards for the states and provinces in which we operate are available on: Our Camp Website Link: www.debatecamp.com and Our Camp Website Link: www.debatecamp.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full details on our 2022 dates and locations are available on:
UNITED STATES: Our Camp Website Link: www.debatecamp.com
CANADA: Our Camp Website Link: www.debatecamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
STAFF PROFILE: Debate Camp hires individuals who are both experienced with public speaking and debate, as well as being creative thinkers, reliable team players, and good role models for young people. Our staff teams demonstrate a high level of commitment to ensuring that camp is a safe and positive learning environment. Each staff team is supported by experienced program leaders and camp directors, who assist in the overall planning and preparation for a successful week; full details on:
Our Camp Website Link: www.debatecamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Situated in the quiet neighbourhoods of Vaughan. In close proximity to local parks, tennis courts, cooling off splash pad, sports fields, shady areas, and a quiet neighbourhood that is great for outdoor activities. Serving families in York Region and Toronto.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: From sports, swimming and art to adventures and exploration, DiscoveryLand Camp is known for providing great value to children from community of GTA and Ontario overall when it comes to delivering an engaging overnight camp experience. 59 programs, a unique mix of leadership, sports, art, and weight management.

Our super-positive camp philosophy: Our Camp Website Link: discoverylandcamp.com

Our counselors are easy going, adventurous, super POSITIVE and love what they do. They bring continuity to the program, and are in touch with many of our campers during the year.

After the session every kid and teen will come back home more positive, independent, fit and excited.

Activities include: Tennis, Pickleball, Badminton, Ping Pong, Juggling, Soccer, Basketball, Dodge Ball, Frisbee, Racing, Fitness/Yoga, Olympic Games, Obstacle Courses, Costumed Carnival, Camp Cheers, Dances and Songs, Communication Skills Through Drama & Improv, So You Think You Can Dance, Cooling Off Splash Pad, Water Games, Leadership, Quests, Survival 101, Scavenger Hunts, STEM experiments, Outdoor Stem Activities, Brain Games and Outdoor Coding Games, Inventors Club, First Aid for Kids, Occupation for a Day, Craft

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership Through Fun Camp
Our Camp Website Link: discoverylandcamp.com
The Leadership Through Fun Camp is based on the best results of the original Leadership-in-Action© Program that was developed and tested by DiscoveryLand Camp for 15 years. It’s focused on the development of two important skills – Leadership combined with Creativity – and results in a strong mix of summer fun and character-building!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates and rates info visit Our Camp Website Link: discoverylandcamp.com