InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River

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About InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River

Circle Square Ranch is the perfect destination to have new experiences while learning lifelong skills & developing character. In a fun-filled environment, we invite campers to consider their relationship with God & each other while participating in activities. Choose from memorable sleepover, day or leadership camp programs, or our multi-level horsemanship programs founded on decades of experience teaching riders. Campers enjoy swimming, high/low ropes, climbing, archery, campfires, tomahawks, Bible discussions & more, all instructed by qualified leaders. Grow spiritually, mentally, emotionally & physically. We prioritize safety, & are excited to have campers join us for a life changing experience this summer.
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Special needs: Not available

Religious affiliation:Christian
COVID-19 Response

We can't wait to be back on horses and with campers.
If 2020 has taught us one thing, it's that we need to stay flexible. As a result, we've: -delayed registration -planned with flexibility in mind -updated health and safety protocols -explored reduction in camper capacity -modified activities
Safety and training have always been a priority for us, but in 2021, they take on a new dimension. Here is what we are doing to ensure camper safety: -public health guidelines will be met or exceeded -staff training will include enhanced health and safety training -contact tracing protocols may be initiated -COVID-19 and symptom management and care measures will be established.
We are looking forward to creatively welcoming campers back on 2021. We will keep camper families and registrants updated as plans progress.
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Programs and Sessions Calendar

Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River currently has 0 program available; 26 TBD.

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Discovery Camp 8 - 12

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 8 - 12

Traditional (multi activity)

$610

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Equestrian - Foundation - Ages 8 - 12

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 8 - 13

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$995

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Horse Lovers - Ages 8 - 15

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 8 - 15

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$695

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Leadership In Training (LIT)

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 15 - 16

CIT/LIT Program

$1,050

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Explore Day Camp - Ages 6 - 10

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 6 - 10

Traditional (multi activity)

$295

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Extreme Day Camp - Ages 10 - 13

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 10 - 13

Traditional (multi activity)

$330

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Discovery Camp Girls Only Weeks

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Overnight Camp
All Girls
Ages: 7 - 13

Traditional (multi activity)

$595

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Equestrian - Foundation - Girls Only

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Overnight Camp
All Girls
Ages: 9 - 15

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$995

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Horse Lovers - Girls Only

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Overnight Camp
All Girls
Ages: 8 - 15

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$695

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

252 Crew- Girls Only

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Overnight Camp
All Girls
Ages: 14 - 15

Leadership Training

$525

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Discovery Camp 7 - 14

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 7 - 14

Traditional (multi activity)

$610

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Equestrian - Intermediate

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 11 - 14

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$995

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

252 Crew - Boys Only

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Overnight Camp
All Boys
Ages: 14 - 15

Leadership Training

$525

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Wrangler Crew

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 15

Leadership Training

$595

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Explore Day Camp - Ages 5 - 9

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 5 - 9

Traditional (multi activity)

$240

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Extreme Day Camp - Ages 9 - 13

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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 9 - 13

Traditional (multi activity)

$265

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Discovery Camp - Teen Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 15

Traditional (multi activity)

$610

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Equestrian - Intermediate (Teens)

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 15

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$995

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Horse Lovers Camp - Teen Week

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 13 - 15

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$695

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Equestrian - Intermediate - Girls Only

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Overnight Camp
All Girls
Ages: 11 - 15

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$995

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Horse Lovers Day Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 9 - 13

Horseback Riding/Equestrian

$330

Brant, ON
1645 Colborne St. E.,

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Financial Aid & Payment Details

Payment Options:

Deposit required with acceptance	Yes
Credit card payment	Yes

Scholarships & awards:

Circle Square Ranch Scholarship Program

Amount: 80% Deadline: June 01, 2021 annually

Type: Need based
Details: We have a scholarship program available towards Discovery Camp, Boys Camp, and Leadership camps for ages 8-16. Please contact our office at [email protected] or by calling 519-754-0171 to receive a scholarship application.
Application Details: Completed application form, proof of income, letter from child wishing to attend camp.

Insider Reviews & Perspectives

The Our Kids review of InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River

InterVarstiy Circle Square Ranch Grand River was founded in the 1970s as a program of Crossroads Christian Communications TV program, Circle Square. The popularity of the show created an initial interest in the camp programs, though in time the quality of the camps themselves were the draw independent of it. In 2011 Circle Square was bought by InterVarsity, becoming one of nine camps that organization runs across the country. Begun 1929, the InterVarsity camps contribute to the goal of creating unique opportunities to bring young people together around the personal challenges that a camp setting can provide. At camp kids unplug and turn their attention to the community they find there. The activities facilitate a greater understanding of campers’ talents and abilities, as well as the Christian values that inform the programming. The equestrian programs at Circle Square date back to the camp’s founding four decades ago; as strong as ever, they are a particular draw for many of the families that enrol here.
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User reviews of InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River — Read all 17 reviews

The Right Balance
Camper Parent (Parent)
I love that my children get a variety of activities. To me Circle Square Ranch is what summer is all about. Being outside, riding, meeting friends, swimming, crafts and being with and learning about God.

Year after year
Camper Parent (Parent)
My kids absolutely adore attending CSR. This is our second year and just like last year they are already excited to come back again next year.

Day Camp
Camper Parent (Parent)
Again, I found the explore counselors to be energetic, extremely welcoming and deliberate in their attempts to get to know my daughter (And my son who wasn't even a camper yet) and us as parents. They made sure to welcome ... Read More

Registration
Camper Parent (Parent)
Telephone support and answers before registering were very helpful, encouraging and informative.

Counsellors
Camper Parent (Parent)
Such Happy Counsellors that welcomed my boys!!! Made such an impact

Riding
Camper Parent (Parent)
We like that our children had a positive experience for their first time at any camp. We liked how excited our children were to learn horse back riding.

Day Camp
Camper Parent (Parent)
Watching my daughter grow and change over the week is camp. She was glowing every day when I picked her up. She would spend the whole car ride home gushing about all of the activities she participated in.

Activities
Camper Parent (Parent)
My kids loved the opportunity to try horseback riding, archery & wall climbing

Extreme Day Camp
Camper Parent (Parent)
My boys have been pretty particular in the past when it comes to summer camp and they have not always enjoyed themselves but this year they had a blast! They loved the Extreme camp options; the archery tag, the zip lines and the ropes course. ... Read More

What do you like about camp?
Camper Parent (Parent)
[The] number and variety of activities... Made the kids forget about electronic devices!

Location
Camper Parent (Parent)
Affordable camp with amazing activities, spiritual content and a convenient location

Day Camp Experience
Camper Parent (Parent)
Songs and games during lunch. A true camp experience that they come away feeling like they've gone to "camp" without actually sleeping away from home if they're not ready for that step yet.

Full days!
Camper Parent (Parent)
Learning about Jesus twice a day and no other camp has horseback riding, swimming and adventure all in the same day and in the same camp!!

Boys
Camper Parent (Parent)
Action packed! My son loved all of the new things he got to try!

Junior Camp
Camper Parent (Parent)
[she] said her favourite thing about her first time ( won’t be the last ) at junior sleepover camp was “everything, especially the time she spent with the horses.”

Theme of camp.
Camper Parent (Parent)
I think it's fun how its Ranch themed instead of regular wilderness themed camps and how it revolves around horses, Jesus, and god.

New Experience
Camper Parent (Parent)
A new experience for my daughter that included a variety of activities, a comfortable atmosphere, safe/quality supervision, and close to home.
Location & Site Details
Address

1645 Colborne St. E.,, Brantford, Ontario, Canada
Accommodations

Sleeping Accommodations

Cabins
Dorm or Building

Amenities

Electricity in Sleeping Area

Washrooms Facilities

Flush Toilets
Showers (indoor)

More details about accommodations: Campers in our Discovery, Horse Lovers, & Leadership Camps will sleep in our lodge, cabins, bunkie, or covered wagon facilities. Upon arrival, we will let you know where your child will be staying. Placements are determined based on age, friend requests, and several other factors. The lodge is one of the potential accommodations for our female campers and is comprised of 2 large open-concept rooms each holding 16 campers and 2 counselors, 2 smaller rooms each holding 9 campers, and 2 washrooms. The lodge sleeping areas include bunk beds, mattresses, and electricity. Bathrooms in the lodge are complete with showers, electricity, running water, and flushable toilets. Cabins and a Bunkie are used for male and female campers during the summer. Each cabin accommodates up to 9 campers and 1 counselor, the Bunkie accommodates 7 campers and 1 counselor. Cabins include bunk beds, mattresses, and electricity. Nearby bathrooms are complete with showers, electricity, running water, and flushable toilets. Our unique covered wagons are one of the other types of accommodations that some of our male campers and some of our female Leadership Camp participants sleep in. Each wagon holds up to 7 campers and 1 counselor, and includes bunk beds, mattress, and electricity. Nearby bathrooms are complete with showers, electricity, running water, and flushable toilets.

Are meals provided? Yes

Is InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River technology free? Yes Camp is a fun place full of new activities and great friendships. We kindly request that campers leave their technology at home for the week so they can be fully immersed in the culture of camp. Camp counselors are also technology free.
Property Details

Sports facilities

Archery Range
Basketball Court
Climbing Wall
Horseback Riding Arena (indoor/outdoor)
Rope Course
Soccer Field
Swimming Pool

Landscape

Forested Area
Nature Trails
Open Field

More details about property: Circle Square Ranch is a home away from home for our summer campers and an adventurous getaway for schools & groups year-round. Our well established facility includes several buildings such as a large dining hall, lodge, cabins, meeting areas and more. All activities are just a short walk away from the central eating and sleeping facilities. With an expansive, natural property there is much to enjoy and discover!
Rentals & Services

Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Come for a day or a week! Circle Square Ranch has versatile lodging and programming options. We can customize your stay so your school group has the perfect trip. See more details at https://www.csranchgrandriver.ca/year-round/

Available for private rentals: Yes
Our year-round, winterised facilities are available for group bookings from September through June. Book your experience today! See more details at https://www.csranchgrandriver.ca/year-round/

Associations
What's New
Director's Message

Steve and Andrea Richardson, Executive Directors

Steve and Andrea Richardson have worked at Circle Square Ranch since 1993, becoming co-directors in 1999. They live on the camp property and are raising their family here. Steve and Andrea bring a wealth of camp experience, including horsemanship, administration, program development, and site maintenance and development expertise. They love kids, love God, and love creating community.

Email Steve at [email protected]

Email Andrea at [email protected]

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In the News

February 2, 2021
Excited to Welcome Campers Again
Getting ready for another great summer. ... Read More

November 20, 2019
3 UNEXPECTED BENEFITS OF REGISTERING EARLY FOR CAMP
The standard benefits of registering early for summer camp are pretty awesome, But are those the only benefits? ... Read More

November 22, 2017
Registration is Open for 2020!
Early bird registration is open! Save money by applying early!... Read More
Stories

We grow great leaders!
Camp is the perfect place to develop leadership skills.

Our leadership development camps help young people to determine what they enjoy, identify skills, and recognize areas that they need to develop.

Being given the opportunity to lead in a supportive environment is a crucial ingredient to our success.

Be sure to check out our leadership opportunities.

Crew Camps for ages 14-15

Leadership in Training for ages 15-16

Volunteer Opportunities for ages 16+

Smuck or Schmuck?
Is it smuck the staff or schmuck the staff?

Either way, Circle Square Ranch staff and volunteers have been getting whip cream pies to the face every week for the last three decades.

It's always a highlight of the week when campers play an elaborate game of hide and seek with the staff. The sounds of laughter, squeals of delight, and campers asking each other, "Did you catch anyone?" can be heard all over the campground.

The staff are good sports, and at least 20 get a whip cream pie to the face every week.

It's definitely a camp favourite....now we just have to figure out what it's called.

Happy 30th Birthday!
It's our birthday! 35 years and 20,000 + campers!

Founded in 1985, Brantford Circle Square Ranch is part of a network of nine Inter-Varsity Camps across Canada.

Over the past 35 years, we have welcomed more than 20,000 + campers to our 135 acres of beautiful, rolling countryside in southern Ontario. We offer many activities including horseback riding, swimming, high ropes and zip line, archery, skateboarding, campfires and Bible studies.

During the summer months, we offer both residential and day camps for children and youth between the ages of 5 and 16. In this camp community, where leadership and faith development is encouraged, children and youth are comfortable asking tough questions about life and faith. We believe that faith in Jesus Christ and an understanding of God’s love leads to a life full of purpose and meaning.

Camp is a fun and safe place for campers to make new friends, experience new things, develop skills and challenge themselves to grow and change. We promise, it will be the highlight of their summer.
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