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Kettleby Valley is a day and overnight summer camp that offers traditional camp activities such as canoeing, climbing wall, archery and swimming in a safe and supportive environment. Although we’re just north of Toronto, our camp has the look and feel of a traditional northern camp. You don’t have to put three hours between you and your child to have a quality camp experience!
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Kettleby Valley Camp currently has 2 programs available.
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Overnight Camp
Coed Ages: 8 - 14 Traditional (multi activity)
$793 to $2,155
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Day Camp
Coed Ages: 4 - 14 Traditional (multi activity)
$540 to $675
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Our registration opens at 7:00 AM on November 1st and most of our spaces are filled right away. Families can cancel until April 30th (cancellation fees may apply) so submitting your request to be on the waitlist is an important step as changes do occur.
Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance | Yes |
Credit card payment | Yes |
It’s a truism, but worth repeating, that at camp there is more than meets the eye, and Kettleby is a great example of that. It’s a traditional camp, with all the traditional activities, from canoeing, to swimming, to hiking, to arts and crafts. There are some updates, too, including paintball. But, as director Peter Truman says, “all the activities really are a medium for us to help kids understand that trying new things isn’t a big deal.” And with that comes a lot of social, emotional, and physical growth and development, something that the Kettleby program actively brings to the fore. There has been a camp on this site since the late 1950s. The cities to the south have grown, and it’s not as far from the urban environment as it once was, though that brings a nice plus as well: it’s close to home, something that both parents and campers appreciate.
Three Things: Kettleby Valley Camp
Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at Kettleby Valley Camp
I highly recommend it!
So glad Kettleby Camp is still thriving. I went there three summers in a row in the late 60s when it was known as Camp Richhilldaca. Our counselors were wonderful people, and I learned to love and respect nature rather th... Show More
Bravo Kettleby!
Our son has gone to Kettleby every summer since he was 7 ~ it’s been 7 summers so far. This camp is an absolute gem and we are so thrilled to have such a high quality camp so close to home. Each year our son comes home ... Show More
Best Day Camp Ever!
Best day camp ever! York Region has this treasure so close by, with bus transportation provided daily to & from home. Exceptional staff that value fun, respect, safety for all the campers. Recommend this location for t... Show More
Thanks Kettleby!!
My two daughters went to overnight camp for the first time last summer and had the time of their lives at Kettleby! We were all thrilled with this camp. The location, the price, the quality of lodging, food, staff and FUN ... Show More
Can't wait for summer!
I've been coming to this camp for years, and Camp stop thinking about it until the next summer comes around!!!
Last summer (2023) saw the return of many popular traditions at KVC. First, we reestablished our Arts and Crafts program. In 2021, our counsellors began instructing Arts and Crafts to maintain cohorts and keep campers outside as much as possible. This limited the scope of the activity and although our counsellors did their best, not everyone has the same level of skills when it comes to crafts. Last year, under the leadership of our long time staff member Skip, Arts and Crafts had a new home where campers had access to more supplies and the projects that we were able to offer was expanded and more elaborate. Our day camp program also saw the return of large gatherings. Each day began and ended at the Notch, with all 240 campers. This allowed us to create a greater sense of community, deliver a consistent message to everyone, and recognize achievements such as getting a bullseye at archery in front of the entire camp. We also gathered together every Friday afternoon for our Awards Campfire. Groups were awarded activity buttons that they earned throughout the week. 5-Year Camper Paddles were presented, and the winners of our bus competition were announced.
Finally, we were able to host our first Open House since 2019. We recognize that there are families who have been sending their campers to Kettleby Valley for several years and have never had the opportunity to see the camp. Parents were able to see the cabins where campers sleep, take part in some of our camp activities and appreciate the wonderful property that helps make our camp special. I hope you’re as excited as we are about this summer, and I hope to see you at our 2024 Open House on June 15th.
Each year, we assemble a unique team to work at KVC. Here are a few qualities that we look for in all of our staff, no matter the position: 1 - they must know the importance of making everyone feel welcome at camp. 2 - they must be here at camp to contribute to their camper’s experience wherever they can. They all understand that their social needs are secondary to those of our campers. 3 - they must understand the link between the demands of the job and achieving the rewards. Working at camp has its challenges, but there are few jobs that come with the satisfaction we receive through helping campers grow during their time at KVC. If we want to feel fulfilled with our working experience, we must all be willing to put in the work.
609 Kettleby Rd., Kettleby, Ontario, L0G 1J0, Canada
Location | Address | Pick up | Drop off |
St. Gerald CES | 200 Old Sheppard Ave. | 8:00 am | 5:00 pm |
3500 Steeles | 3500 Steeles Ave. East, Markham | 8:10 am | 4:45 pm |
Sports facilities
Landscape
More details about property: Kettleby Valley is located on 60 acres of fields, forest and waterfront.
Sleeping Accommodations
Amenities
Washrooms Facilities
Are meals provided? Yes.
Is Kettleby Valley Camp technology free? Yes.
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Between September and October and May and 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.
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