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Camp Crossroads

1224 East Bay Rd
Torrance, Ontario, P0C 1M0
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Camp Crossroads  

1224 East Bay Rd, Torrance, Ontario, P0C 1M0

  • Type:
    Day camp, Overnight camp, Family programs
  • Focus:
    Traditional (multi activity)
  • Cost:
    $711 to $835/week
  • Ages:
    8 to 17
  • Gender:
    Coed
  • Main language:
    English
  • Capacity:
    160
  • Programs:
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  • Summary

    Camp Crossroads answered our questions

    Who are you as an organization?

    Camp Crossroads offers a traditional camp experience in a fresh and dynamic way. Our core Christian teaching, creative and caring staff, excellent food and exciting recreational programs inspire kids and keep them coming back year after year. In addition to overnight camps and day camps, we also offer week-long, all-inclusive retreats for families!

    • Special needs: Not available
    • Religious affiliation: Christian

    What do you do differently or uniquely well?

    "Campers are inspired to explore what they believe about Jesus and the Bible as they attend daily chapel sessions designed just for them. Chapel sessions include dynamic singing with full instrumental band and age-appropriate Bible teaching that helps promote personal growth in the campers. We welcome campers from all (or no) faith backgrounds and cabin leaders help create a caring and respectful community as they live and play together all week. Campers turn in their technology when they arrive at camp so that they can be uniquely present to the fun and learning opportunities here. Parents are attracted to this traditional camp experience where kids can be kids - playing, learning, being silly and having fun outside."

    Who are your staff and counsellors?

    "Many of our staff grew up attending our summer programs and aspiring to provide the kind of quality programming they experienced when they were campers. We have a high retention rate and staff often serve for several summers in a row starting with a week of on-site training in June. Our overall staff to camper ratio on-site is about 1:2 (including operational staff) but the ratio in the cabin groups is 1:5. Our campers talk the most about the creative programs and silly characters that the staff have designed but they also often comment about their kindness and positive leadership qualities."

    What do families need to know about registration?

    "Our registration opens up on February 1 (or the closest weekday to this date) and can be accessed by visiting our website www.campcrossroads.com and clicking any of the "Register" buttons. Parents register their overnight campers in the age-appropriate program and in some older camp weeks they can add program options like Horsemanship or Waterski/Wakeboarding for an additional fee as long as there is space. A deposit of $200 is required to reserve the camper spot with the balance owing on June 1. Cancellations made up until 2 weeks before the registered camper week receive a full refund minus a $25 admin fee. Cancellations made within 2 weeks of the camper week incur a $200 admin fee."



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  • Programs, Rates & Dates

    Programs and Sessions Calendar

    Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Camp Crossroads currently has 10 programs available.

    Filter activities available:


    Name
    Type/Gender
    Specialty
    Location
    Date
    Bus
     Cost
    Email
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 6 - 18+
    Traditional (multi activity) , Fishing
    $470 to $800/program
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    May 18-20 $470 - $800/program
    Archery|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Gaga|Soccer|Volleyball|Mountain Biking|Hiking|Ping Pong|Canoeing|Fishing|Kayaking/Sea Kayaking
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 1 - 18+
    Traditional (multi activity)
    $1,300 to $3,000
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Jul 01-06 $1,300 - $3,000
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Jul 28-Aug 03$1,300 - $3,000
    Arts & Crafts|Canoeing|Fishing|Kayaking/Sea Kayaking|Swimming|Waterskiing/Wakeboarding|Archery|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Gaga|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Mountain Biking|Ping Pong|Soccer|Volleyball
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 8 - 10
    Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian
    $710 to $860
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Jul 07-13 $710 - $860
    Ropes Course|Arts & Crafts|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Gaga|Volleyball|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Ping Pong|Canoeing|Swimming
    Day Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 8 - 12
    Traditional (multi activity)
    $200
    Arts & Crafts|Basketball|Gaga|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Ping Pong|Canoeing|Swimming
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 10 - 11
    Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian
    $735 to $885
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Jul 14-20 $735 - $885
    Ropes Course|Arts & Crafts|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Gaga|Volleyball|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Ping Pong|Canoeing|Swimming
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 11 - 12
    Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian
    $795 to $1,125
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Jul 21-27 $795 - $1,125
    Ropes Course|Arts & Crafts|Archery|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Gaga|Volleyball|Mountain Biking|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Ping Pong|Canoeing|Kayaking/Sea Kayaking|Swimming|Waterskiing/Wakeboarding
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 12 - 14
    Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian
    $795 to $1,125
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Aug 04-10 $795 - $1,125
    Ropes Course|Arts & Crafts|Archery|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Canoeing|Fishing|Gaga|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Kayaking/Sea Kayaking|Mountain Biking|Ping Pong|Swimming|Volleyball|Waterskiing/Wakeboarding
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 13 - 15
    Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian
    $825 to $1,155
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Aug 11-17 $825 - $1,155
    Ropes Course|Arts & Crafts|Archery|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Canoeing|Fishing|Gaga|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Kayaking/Sea Kayaking|Mountain Biking|Ping Pong|Swimming|Volleyball|Waterskiing/Wakeboarding
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 15 - 17
    Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian
    $835 to $1,165
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Aug 18-24 $835 - $1,165
    Ropes Course|Arts & Crafts|Archery|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Canoeing|Fishing|Gaga|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Kayaking/Sea Kayaking|Mountain Biking|Ping Pong|Swimming|Volleyball|Waterskiing/Wakeboarding
    Overnight Camp
    Coed
    Ages: 1 - 18+
    Traditional (multi activity)
    $1,300 to $3,000
    Torrance, ON
    1224 East Bay Rd
    Aug 25-31 $1,300 - $3,000
    Arts & Crafts|Canoeing|Fishing|Kayaking/Sea Kayaking|Swimming|Waterskiing/Wakeboarding|Archery|Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Gaga|Hiking|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Mountain Biking|Ping Pong|Soccer|Volleyball



    Financial Aid & Payment Details

    Payment Options:

    Deposit required with acceptance Yes
    Credit card payment Yes
    Maximum installments available 2

    Discounts

    Discount for 3rd child 10%
    Discount for 4th child 10%

    Scholarships & awards:
    Total annual scholarship fund: $20,000 CAD

    • Fresh Air Fund

      Amount: $800 Deadline: Rolling
      Type: Need based
      Details: The Fresh Air Fund is available to families in need from the cities of Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Ajax or Pickering.
      Application Details: Interested applicants should email [email protected] to request a Campership form that needs to be filled out and returned for consideration.
    • Campership Wide

      Amount: $200 Deadline: Rolling
      Type: Need based
      Details: Eligible to families in need who reside outside the areas of Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Ajax and Pickering.
      Application Details: Interested applicants should email [email protected] to request a Campership form that needs to be filled out and returned for consideration.
  • Insider Reviews & Perspectives

    The Our Kids review of Camp Crossroads

    our take

    The location and facilities are, frankly, as good as it gets. Crossroads is in Muskoka, but it’s also very much of Muskoka, with the feel and aesthetic that makes the region so singular and charming. The range of activities includes all those you’d expect from a traditional camp—canoeing, crafts, horseback riding, leadership training—as well as a others that broaden the offering in sympathetic ways. The feel is vibrant and engaged, with the spiritual aspect adding meaning and depth to the experience. Family camp sessions are a plus, and can also provide an entrée for younger or reluctant campers before they make the move to an overnight program. There is also rich and varied programs on offer though the shoulder seasons and through the winter months. Staffing is experienced and professional, something that for the families that attend is rightly a draw.

    Three Things: Camp Crossroads
    Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at Camp Crossroads


    Video interviews with parents, campers, and alum

    Elizabeth, Parent

    • 00:31 - What were you looking for when searching for camps?
    • 01:00 - What's unique about the program at the camp that made you want to enroll your children there?
    • 01:45 - What would you highlight about the camp's programs?
    • 03:04 - What do you think that your children like best or found most exciting about the camp?
    • 05:33 - How and when did you know that the camp was the right fit for your children?
    • 06:14 - Was there any change or noticeable personal growth you saw on your children after their time at this camp?
    • 09:14 - How can you as parents support your children to get hte most out of this camp?
    • 09:40 - How would you describe this camp, if you were talking to another parent about it?

    More reviews of Camp Crossroads

    Mrs. Smith, Parent

    Great job!

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    Catherine N., Parent

    They loved it all

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    Sarah D., Parent

    Best week!

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    Anonymous, Parent

    Fantastic

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    Meghan H., Parent

    Beyond Impressed

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    Morris Family, Camper

    So very blessed

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    Gamble family, Camper

    Such a great week

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    Family Camper, Camper

    Definitely Recommend

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    More reviews of Camp Crossroads


    Mrs. Smith, Parent

    Great job!

    Great job! Camp was tons of fun and covid protocols were done well. That is a hard balance to achieve but you did it well.


    Catherine N., Parent

    They loved it all

    They loved it all - from cabin mates, to horses, to great special diets, to swimming to pine tree point, to caring cabin leaders, to chapel time - they want to return for Youth next summer!


    Sarah D., Parent

    Best week!

    Thank you for your efforts to make this an amazing week for our daughter. It was one of the best weeks of her life!


    Anonymous, Parent

    Fantastic

    Caleb had a fantastic time! Definitely the best week of the summer.


    Meghan H., Parent

    Beyond Impressed

    My son had yet another amazing week at Camp Crossroads! His cabin leader, was so attentive and compassionate to his needs...I am beyond impressed with the love and compassion each staff member shows my kids every year!


    Morris Family, Camper

    So very blessed

    Our family would be so happy to return next year. We feel so very blessed to have had the opportunity to rest, learn, and connect at camp. Our lives have been enriched thanks to all of you!!!


    Gamble family, Camper

    Such a great week

    As first-timers to Camp Crossroads, we had such a great week at family choice 3. Staff were wonderful, food was fantastic, so great to spend time with friends at such a beautiful place. Thanks for an amazing week!


    Family Camper, Camper

    Definitely Recommend

    The speaker was great for chapel! The slip and slid was a lot of fun! Covid rules were followed. Craft hut staff were really wonderful and inclusive! Bathrooms were always extremely clean. We would definitely recommend


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  • Location & Site Details

    Address

    1224 East Bay Rd, Torrance, Ontario, P0C 1M0, Canada



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    Accommodations

    Sleeping Accommodations

    • Cabins
    • Dorm or Building

    Amenities

    • Electricity in Sleeping Area
    • Shower in Sleeping Area
    • Toilet in Sleeping Area

    Washrooms Facilities

    • Flush Toilets
    • Showers (indoor)

    More details about accommodations: We have a variety of accommodations from rustic cabins to a dorm style building for Family Camps. Our Overnight Children/Youth campers are mostly housed in cabins with electricity and washrooms with flush toilets. A few campers may be housed in rustic cabin (with electrictiy but no running water) that is situated beside a central showerhouse.

    Are meals provided? Yes

    Is Camp Crossroads technology free? Yes We require campers to hand in their cell phones and cameras once they arrive at Camp. This policy is to encourage campers to make the most of the unique outdoor opportunities that camp affords as well as for the safety of all campers and staff.



    Property Details

    Sports facilities

    • Archery Range
    • Baseball Diamond
    • Basketball Court
    • Horseback Riding Arena (indoor/outdoor)
    • Rope Course
    • Soccer Field

    Landscape

    • Beach
    • Forested Area
    • Lake/Pond/River
    • Nature Trails
    • Open Field

    More details about property: We have 300 acres of forest and open playing fields that also include beach front access to Black Lake. The waterfront is equipped with canoes, kayaks, SUPs and docked in swimming area complete with a Blob (and Blob jumping tour) and Turbo Shoot (slip and slide). Our sports facilities include an outdoor concrete basketball/pickleball court, 2 beach volleyball courts, and 9 hole frisbee golf course.



    Rentals & Services

    Available for private rentals: Yes
    We welcome private rentals from Christian organizations that fall in line with our Mission Statement: "Camp Crossroads exists as a Christ-centered ministry to support the local church by making disciples and developing leaders."


    Associations

    Christian Camping International Associations


  • What's New

    Director's Message

    Andrew Hiebert, Executive Director
    Honours RECL, Brock U; Teacher's College, Queen's U, M.Ed. Brock U

    At Camp Crossroads we work hard to provide safe learning environments for children and youth to explore their faith, build quality friendships and have a lot of fun!  Our staff are carefully selected and trained to foster a caring community that leads campers to take the next steps in their personal growth.  Our staff also bring a lot of creativity to camp, and the programs we offer provide age-appropriate challenges for campers to overcome as they test their own skills and learn to work in a team.

    A week at camp is a great investment in the personal development of a child, and we would value the opportunity to get connected with your family.  If you have further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us in the office; we would be happy to help.



    In the News

    January 6, 2020
    Jazz and Chocolate Fundraiser Helps Campers in Financial Need

    Join us for an evening of jazz music, chocolate desserts, and the chance to help families in financial need send their kids to Camp.... Read More



    Stories

    • Another Great Week!

      My daughter just returned from Junior High week and had yet another amazing week. This is her fourth year at Camp and she always comes home happy and full of wonderful stories. Thanks you for all you do!

    • Great First Experience

      Thank-you for giving our son a wonderful first time week away from home camp. He loved it and we appreciate the faith formation.

    • Loved and Respected

      Our son has been attending camp for three years now and has loved every year. This year seemed to be his best as he came home so excited to share his award for horseback riding. He was super delighted to say the least. Thank you for making the children feel so empowered, loved and respected. You are doing such great things for all the campers.

    • Amazing Time!

      My son had an amazing time at Camp Crossroads! He explained in detail his daily routines and I was extremely happy with the safety measures both in the water and around the camp! He was so thankful for the Pastor, cabin leaders, chef and all the volunteers & staff! It was so difficult to drop our son off for the first time at a camp, but we are so glad he experienced your camp! Thank you for caring for and enriching our son with Gods love at the center of it all!

    • Full Circle Moments

      When I was 9, I started attending Camp Crossroads and met a girl named Julianne from Kitchener. I saw her every summer, since we are the same age.  When I was in my 20s, I started attending a new church.  The first person who talked to me and invited me out to join the choir and her small group was Julianne. She recognized me from Camp.

      Now in my 40s, I am Facebook friends with Julianne and have a 9 year old daughter.  She attends a different church than I do and we don’t hang out in the same social circles. But I’ve been watching her FB posts! Last summer, she volunteered at Camp for a week. Then I saw that the Bible Kids Club she volunteered with wasn’t going to run in the fall. I kept thinking about her and how she gives so much time, energy and love to kids....and Jesus.

      In December, after 3 months of praying about it, I asked Julianne if she would ever consider leading a girls small group for my daughter and her friends. Grade 4 seems to be a good time to strengthen girls relationships with each other and also their relationship with God  Julianne said yes, and has given her Thursday nights to hang out with 8 little girls in my living room! Last week, as I quietly hung out in the hallway, I heard all of them pray the Lord’s Prayer together.  My heart is so happy and thankful.

      This impact started and will continue because of Jesus, but also because of Camp Crossroads.  The girls convinced her to volunteer again this summer too. It was important for me to share this story because I wanted people to know how much of an impact camp can have in a person's life, not only for one week in the summer but for many years to come!



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