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Glen Bernard was founded in 1922 and has an established reputation of helping girls develop self-confidence and independence. Each day is filled with opportunities to challenge campers of all ages and skill levels. Our wide variety of activities creates endless possibilities of new choices. Fun is fundamental to the success of GBC.
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Glen Bernard Camp currently has 0 program available; 17 TBD.
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All Girls Ages: 19 Traditional (multi activity)
$325
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All Girls Ages: 8 - 9 Traditional (multi activity)
$3,150
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All Girls Ages: 10 Traditional (multi activity)
$3,150
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All Girls Ages: 13 Traditional (multi activity)
$4,570
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All Girls Ages: 15 Traditional (multi activity)
$4,570
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All Girls Ages: 16 Traditional (multi activity)
$4,570
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All Girls Ages: 12 Traditional (multi activity)
$4,570
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All Girls Ages: 14 Traditional (multi activity)
$4,570
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All Girls Ages: 11 Traditional (multi activity)
$3,150
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All Girls Ages: 14 - 16 Wilderness Out-tripping
$1,630
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All Girls Ages: 6 - 8 Traditional (multi activity)
$1,630
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All Girls Ages: 4 - 6 Traditional (multi activity)
$420
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All Girls Ages: 14 - 16 Swimming
$1,630
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All Girls Ages: 13 - 14 Wilderness Out-tripping
$1,630
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All Girls Ages: 13 - 16 Theatre Arts
$3,150
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Overnight Camp
All Girls Ages: 14 - 16 Wilderness Out-tripping
$3,000
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Overnight Camp
Coed Ages: 1 - 18+ Traditional (multi activity)
$175 to $350
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Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance | Yes |
Credit card payment | Yes |
Maximum installments available | 8 |
Discounts
Discount for 2nd child | 5% |
Discount for 3rd child | 5% |
Discount for 4th child | 5% |
Glen Bernard was founded in 1922 with the intention of helping girls develop self-confidence and independence, and certainly it’s succeeded at that goal, and then some, ever since. One of the reasons is the leadership of Jocelyn Palm, who has owned and directed the camp since 1977. She’s a rock star in the world of camping, and rightly so. She’s impressive, and, frankly, inspiring. In 2014, she was asked by an interviewer why she had gone to the trouble of installing composting toilets and solar water heaters. She answered, “if I’m not prepared to be a role model and show kids the technologies that are going to make our environment sustainable, who’s going to do it?” She brings that spirit of leadership to the life of the camp, and passes it on to the campers who attend. Her advice to young people is to “set realistic goals and, once you’ve achieved them, set more.” In that regard, and indeed many others, Palm leads by example. The activities cluster around the camp traditions, though with an eye to the wider world, empathetic leadership, environmental stewardship, and interpersonal skills.
Three Things: Glen Bernard Camp
Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at Glen Bernard Camp
Camp is a uinque experience because it offers opportunities that are not available anywhere else. There are all kinds of exciting activities and programs through which campers improve their skills. Days are shared with carefully selected leaders who patiently guide and encourage.
Camp is informal; yet it provides enough framework to allow campers to appreciate open space, sunsets, star-scattered skies and sparkling, clear water. Camp offers the chance to learn that becoming independent is important, at the same time recognizing the rights and needs of others. And camp provides the opportunity to better understand oneself.
I sincerely believe that camp helps to develop attitudes and values in a way particular to this unique environment. It is my hope that camp will become a part of your daughter's life experience which she will cherish long after her days at Glen Bernard.
2066 South Lake Bernard Road, PO Box 660, Sundridge, Ontario, P0A 1Z0, Canada
Sports facilities
Landscape
More details about property: GBC is 730 acres, with one kilometer of safe shoreline. There are many indoor lodges at GBC to accommodate all campers for inside activities which complement all outdoor activities.
Sleeping Accommodations
Washrooms Facilities
More details about accommodations: Campers sleep in comfortable cabins. Some younger camper cabins have electricity. All camper cabins are close in proximity to washroom facilities.
Are meals provided? Yes.
Is Glen Bernard Camp technology free? Yes.
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
School Groups: Welcome to the class room without walls! We provide the opportunity for students to develop confidence and leadership skills through curriculum-based activities that focus on team-building and environmental awareness. Our facilities provide students with a more hands on learning experience than exists in a typical classroom setting.
Corporate Groups: Ever considered going camping with your company? Glen Bernard Camp is an excellent venue for a corporate function, in a not-so typical location. Let us custom design a corporate team building program to meet your needs! Our facilities can accommodate 150+ people in overnight accommodations, many with heat and electricity.
Available for private rentals: Yes
Private rentals are considered on an individual basis. Please contact the camp office by email: [email protected]
In addition to the regular camp program, GBC offers several specialized programs:
One and Two-Week Introductory Sessions
Campers going into Grades 1 to 8 can attend one of Glen Bernard's one-week sessions. Spaces in these sessions are limited to keep group sizes small. These one-week sessions provide an introduction to the camp program and activities. Campers stay in cabins and participate in a wide variety of activities, including some of the all-camp programs.
Theatre Program
The two-week theatre program offers an experience in all aspects of theatrical production for campers with advanced skills in this area. The program involves scenery and prop construction, makeup and costume design, which complement performance skills. Enrolment in the Theatre Program is on a limited basis, for campers entering Grade 8 and older.
Wilderness Canoe Trip
Campers ages 14-16 who especially love tripping have the opportunity of a 12 day canoe trip. The trip route is unique each year, offering participants an extended and rewarding wilderness experience.
The Theatre Program and Wilderness Canoe Trip are offered during Period Three. The regular camping program is also available to campers ages 8-16 during this session.
Leadership Training Program
Campers entering Grade 11 are members of the Pacer section and participate in a session-long leadership training program. The Pacer program focuses on developing skills and teaching techniques in camp activities. Through workshops and hands-on leadership opportunities, Pacers acquire skills in communication, time management, group dynamics and program planning. Through the Pacer program, campers have an opportunity to earn their Bronze Cross lifesaving certification, Standard First Aid, and a Grade 11 Ontario high school credit.
"I just finished dinner and sang one song. I just can't stand how much fun camp is! So far I still think that this is the best camp in Canada. Every two cabins have a song to sing at dinner. I love this camp! I want to come back!"
"This summer I discovered that I didn't have to worry about what people thought about me, I could just be myself. My counsellor and AC helped me to know that people loved me for who I was, not anything else. I met so many nice people who I still keep in touch with. I learnt so much, not only how to be a nice person but a lot of skills that will always come in handy.
My parents tell me that if my marks improve I can go for five weeks this coming summer, so I am trying my hardest. I'd love to have another worry free summer of camp!"
"Dear Mom,
I'm writing to thank you for sending me to camp. I guess I never thought about it, but I take camp for granted. I love it so much I don't know what I would do if I wasn't here. So thank you so much and I love you lots."
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