Who are you as an organization?

Camp Crossroads offers a traditional, faith-based overnight camp experience in Muskoka. Located on Black Lake, with around 300 acres of forests and open playing fields, campers spend most of their time outside learning new skills and having fun. Dynamic, age appropriate Bible teaching and caring cabin leaders inspire kids to explore what they believe and to keep coming back year after year. In addition to 6 weeks of overnight camps and day camps, we also offer 3 week-long, all-inclusive retreats for families!

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 and joining Camp Crossroads?

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.

Camp Crossroads - Torrance Overnight Camp

Summary Profile
Camp Crossroads answered our questions

Who are you as an organization?
Camp Crossroads offers a traditional, faith-based overnight camp experience in Muskoka. Located on Black Lake, with around 300 acres of forests and open playing fields, campers spend most of their time outside learning new skills and having fun. Dynamic, age appropriate Bible teaching and caring cabin leaders inspire kids to explore what they believe and to keep coming back year after year. In addition to 6 weeks of overnight camps and day camps, we also offer 3 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 1 program available; 9 TBD.

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Type/Gender

Specialty

Location

Date

Bus

Cost

PeeWee & Parents Fishing Weekend

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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

Family Choice Weeks

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 1 - 18+

Traditional (multi activity)

$1,200 to $3,000

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Kids Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 8 - 10

Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$660 to $800

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Day Camp

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 8 - 12

Traditional (multi activity)

$175

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Junior Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 10 - 11

Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$680 to $820

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Intermediate Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 12

Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$740 to $1,040

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Junior High Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 12 - 14

Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$740 to $1,040

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Teen Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 15

Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$765 to $1,065

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Youth Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 15 - 17

Traditional (multi activity) , Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$775 to $1,075

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Family Classic

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 1 - 18+

Traditional (multi activity)

$1,000 to $2,000

Torrance, ON
1224 East Bay Rd

Date TBD

Cost TBD

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

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
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Insider's Perspective(s) of Camp Crossroads
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?
Review(s) of Camp Crossroads
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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

Location & Site Details

Address

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

Busing

Burlington Bus (Bus fee: $75 one way)

Location	Address	Pick up	Drop off
Compass Point Bible Church	1500 Kerns Rd, Burlington, ON L7P 3A7, Canada	1:00 pm	12:00 pm

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 fields that also include beach front access to Black Lake.

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

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.

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January 6, 2020
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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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