Wilderness skills camps for 2026

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Camp Nominingue   
An English boys' camp in Quebec, Camp Nominingue offers the ultimate outdoor experience: living in a tent with the opportunity of going on wilderness canoe trips. It is the place where your son's summer adventure begins!

Mont-Tremblant
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 16 ( Boys)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,541
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YMCA of the National Capital Region   
Choose active and fun Neighbourhood Day Camps close to home, with themed weeks and field trips, OR a traditional outdoor day or overnight experience at Camp Otonabee with high ropes, paddling, archery, swimming and more!

Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 16 ( Boys, Girls, Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $320
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National Kids Camps   
With over 40 years of experience, National Kids Camps offers award-winning summer programs in Ottawa and Gatineau, combining adventure, sports, and outdoor fun in a safe, supportive environment.

Throughout Ontario, Quebec (7)
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 18 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $279
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Lakefield College School Summer Programs   
Transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself.

Lakefield
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 18 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $350
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Camp Pathfinder   
Historic all boy's camp est. 1914 in Algonquin Park. Focus on wilderness canoe trips with excellent in-camp program as well. Exceptional 1:2 staff to camper ratio. Positive, tech-free culture for boys.

Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 16 ( Boys)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,440
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Camp Kawartha   
Traditional overnight and day camp, based in Ontario. Fostering community, leadership, and a love for the natural world. Building connections, confidence, and memories to last a lifetime.

Lakefield; Peterborough
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 17 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $430
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YMCA Wanakita   
A co-ed camp offering Overnight Kids Camp, Day Camp and year-round Family Camps. We offer leadership development, a wide range of activities, tripping, a sense of belonging and fun. Come have the time of your life!

Haliburton Highlands
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $1,150
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Camp Homewood   
Camp Homewood offers four radically different, exciting overnight camp experiences at its stunningly beautiful Sailing, Harbour, Woodsman, and Ranch Camps. Homewood's 26 camp sessions provide exceptional fun and value!

Quadra Island
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 1 to 99 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $300
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Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School Camps   
Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School offers a variety of inspiring summer camps for kids 4-17 yrs, from science, robotics & math to art, magic, film, sports, outdoor adventures & more! All led by experienced leaders & teachers.

Calgary
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 17 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $250
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The Pine Project   
Ontario's leading nature connection organization, offering year-round outdoor education programs for children and youth. Time in nature makes kids happier and healthier. Join us to learn, play and grow in nature!

Bloor West Village, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Haliburton Highlands
Education: Nature/Environment
  • Ages 1 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Program
  • from $435
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Camp Laureate   
A fun-filled summer camp featuring a blend of STEAM programs and traditional day camp activities. Register in Science, Arts, Sports, Cooking or our weekly exclusive programming! We have something to intrigue all campers!

Burlington
Education: STEAM
  • Ages 4 to 13 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Program
  • from $312
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YMCA of Oakville   
YMCA of Oakville Child and Youth Programs and Summer Day Camps are offered at several locations across the community with activities including swimming, day trips and more. Learn more!

Oakville
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 17 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $100
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Camps with some wilderness survival skills activities, among others
Camp Muskoka   
Boost your camper's self-confidence in a FUN, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a "Choose-Your-Own-Adventure" programming style offering over 50 activities every day!

Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $495
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Second Nature Summer Camp   
Bringing back the kind of summer you remember. Carefree days filled with outdoor play, muddy shoes, water fun, and genuine connection, offering an inclusive, nature-based camp experience for children ages 4 to 12.

Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 12 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $400
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Brick Labs   
Ontario's best LEGO-based camps. Your child will love our daily, weekly and overnight camps, from purely creative to FLL coding programs. Three great campuses available for summer 2026: North York, East York and Muskoka.

East York, Toronto; York Mills, Toronto; Rosseau
Education: LEGO
  • Ages 5 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $15
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Camp Arowhon   
A family-run co-ed summer camp in the heart of Algonquin Park where kids escape the screens and stress of city life and have the times of their lives while learning activity and life skills and making lifelong friends.

Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,500
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Camp Can-Aqua   
A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patience & empathy. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here.

Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $2,850
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Academic Camp Canada   
Inspiring academic summer camps - choice of languages, maths, sciences, social studies & arts. You get to explore beautiful the New Brunswick or the cosmopolitan City of London in the UK. Be a Leader course is included.

International; Rothesay
Education (multi)
  • Ages 13 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $520
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Camp Eden Woods   
Welcome to CEW in the Haliburton Highlands, Ontario. Our traditional co-ed camp offers a small and intimate overnight camp experience. Rediscover authentic camp spirit where everyone knows your name.

Southern Haliburton County
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $765
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Variety Village   
Variety Village offers inclusive camps and programs for all abilities, featuring multi-sport activities, swimming, fitness, and skill-building in a welcoming, accessible community.

Birch Cliff, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 1 to 100 (Coed)
  • Program
  • from $290
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Grouse Mountain   
One Mountain, endless adventures! Just 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Grouse Mountain is a world away - where wilderness meets adventure, adventure meets nature and both memories and friends are made to keep.

North Vancouver
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 13 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $336
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Camp Wenonah   
Trusted by families worldwide, Camp Wenonah in Muskoka, Ontario, offers an unforgettable overnight camp for ages 5-17. With caring staff and full-time medical support, campers thrive in a safe, enriching environment.

Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,425
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Safari Zoo Camp   
A unique camp where kids and teens join Animal Care staff to explore wildlife through hands-on experiences, helping care for rescued and endangered animals while gaining valuable knowledge about nature and conservation.

Clarington
Education: Zoology
  • Ages 6 to 17 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $550
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Teen Ranch   
Just an hour from the GTA, a traditional Christian summer camp & year round retreat facility, specializing in developing youth through horse, hockey, adventure, bmx, soccer, figure skate, ninja warrior, WHAM & day camps.

Caledon
Sport (multi)
  • Ages 5 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $525
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Camp Mini-Yo-We   
Camp Mini-Yo-We is a traditional, Christian overnight camp offering amazing activities, innovative programs, dedicated staff and a safe place for campers to stretch and grow.

Huntsville
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 16 ( Boys, Girls, Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $1,197
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Glen Bernard Camp   
A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, canoeing, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts, high ropes, theatre and many other activities!

Huntsville
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $450
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City of Toronto Camps   
There's a City of Toronto camp in every neighbourhood across the city! CampTO offers traditional camps and interest-specific experiences for children and youth ages four to 16, plus adapted camps for ages four to 29!

Christie Pits, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 29 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $1
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Stanstead College Summer Camps   
The ultimate Canadian experience summer camps for boys and girls! Offering Language Adventure and Hockey programs, on our beautiful campus located in the Eastern Townships of Quebec Canada.

Stanstead
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 11 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $300
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Empower Learning Centre   
Join our summer camps at Empower Learning Centre! Engage in fun activities, develop new skills, and make lasting memories. Limited spots available. Register now!

Mississauga
Education: Academic/Tutoring (multi)
  • Ages 2 to 18 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $80
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Camp Ouareau   
This Quebec all-girls overnight summer camp offers a variety of activities and leadership opportunities, as well as a unique language program. A chance to grow in confidence & independence, and develop language skills!

Saint-Donat
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $3,126
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Camp Bil-O-Wood   
A traditional summer camp and wilderness canoeing program for kids age 7 - 17. Over 30 sports & activities and 2-14 day canoe trips (optional). Campers from Canada, US, & Europe; 79 years in operation, family owned.

Blind River
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $850
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Cedar Ridge Camp   
Cedar Ridge Camp is a place where campers have the opportunity to get outside, develop friendships, and build confidence.

Bancroft
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,475
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Camp Northway   
Canada's oldest summer camp for girls (age 7-16) located inside Algonquin Provincial Park provides a home in the wilderness each summer for girls to explore nature, form lasting friendships, and discover their strengths.

Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,556
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Camp Celtic   
Situated on Ontario's Bruce Peninsula, near Lions Head, this traditional overnight summer camp features specialized instruction in land &water sports, fine arts, performing arts, out-tripping, and nature activities.

Bruce Peninsula
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 18 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $345
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Bayview Glen Camp   
Located centrally in Toronto, this summer camp boasts ample outdoor greenspace, a full size turf sports field, and air conditioned buildings. They offer specialized sports, arts, and coding/robotics camps.

Don Mills, Toronto; York Mills, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 14 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $700
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YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth   
YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth (CQE) is located on Georgian Bay Islands National Park and provides a classic camp experience including canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and extended canoe trips for youth aged 6 to 16.

London; Port Severn
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $600
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Global Leadership Adventures   
With program themes ranging from STEM to Language Immersion, and locations from Spain to Fiji, GLA offers students the opportunity to get out of their comfort zone and explore a field that they're passionate about.

International
Adventure: Travel
  • Ages 11 to 18 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $2,799
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Harbourfront Centre Camps   
Harbourfront Centre Camps, established in 1979, offers a creative and inclusive environment for campers aged 4 to 15. With over 20 camp options, including theatre, arts, and marine camps, there is something for everyone.

Harbourfront, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 15 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $425
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Olympia Sports Camp   
Olympia Sports Camp is a high-energy summer camp in Muskoka, offering over 60 sports and leadership programs, expert coaching, pro-level skill development, and an unforgettable camp experience for kids ages 7 to 17.

Huntsville
Sport (multi)
  • Ages 7 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,200
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Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs   
Backcountry canoe adventures with heart & meaning in boys, girls and all-gender programs. Trips weave together challenge, community & confidence to connect youth to the land, each other, and their own unique spirit.

Temagami
Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping
  • Ages 10 to 17 ( Boys, Girls, Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,400
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Camp Davern   
We're a traditional overnight summer camp that offers program rotations with a wide range of activity options for campers to explore. At Davern, we emphasize cooperation and fair play, and value positivity and gratitude.

Kingston; Perth
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $2,485
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Camp Cherith - Lanark   
A co-ed, interdenominational, skills-based Christian camp that promotes discovering Christ within the context of His creation and develops young leaders.

Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 19 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $159
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Scouts Canada   
Scouts Canada summer camps offer exciting outdoor adventures where youth build skills, gain confidence, try new activities, make friends, and create lifelong memories.

Throughout British Columbia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island (9)
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Program
  • from $175
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GlenOak Academy Summer Camp   
An interactive & exciting summer program with a literacy, math, & science focus in the morning, & arts, games, & on-site field trips in the afternoon. For children aged 4-14. Come learn and have fun with us at GlenOak!

Mississauga
Education (multi)
  • Ages 4 to 14 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $335
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Hockey Opportunity Camp   
HOC offers 3 main overnight programs including Hockey, Ultimate (traditional camp) and Water Skiing. HOC offers something for anyone wanting an overnight camp experience in Northern Ontario.

Huntsville
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,330
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Kandalore   
Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For over 75 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves.

Leslieville, Toronto; Minden
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $3,795
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The YES (The Youth Excellence Society)   
Overnight leadership camps at beautiful Cowichan Lake! Expand your co-operative leadership and team building skills while connecting with youth from around the province. Experience a summer camp like no other.

Lake Cowichan; Victoria
Education: Leadership (multi)
  • Ages 14 to 18 (Coed)
  • Virtual Program
  • from $325
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Camp Hurontario   
In a unique, non-competitive environment - a wide range of activities develop an appreciation of the natural environment.

Rosedale, Toronto; Mactier
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 16 ( Boys)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,470
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Moorelands Kids Camps   
Moorelands Camp is a leadership development program serving the GTA, Simcoe-Muskoka and Haliburton children and youth. Our quality, fun intentional program help youth grow. All spaces qualify for financial assistance.

Henry Farm, Toronto; Northern Haliburton County
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 8 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • Cost Varies
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Kilcoo Camp   
Founded in 1932, Kilcoo is a private overnight summer camp for boys. We foster confidence, independence, and allow boys’ the opportunity to grow as individuals through land & water sports and canoe tripping.

Moore Park, Toronto; Minden
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 ( Boys)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,650
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Appleby College Summer Programs   
Located on our beautiful 60-acre lakeside campus in southwest Oakville, Appleby Summer Programs offer day camp, overnight (NEW) enrichment, leadership and credit program options for campers and students ages 4-17.

Oakville
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 17 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $575
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Evergreen Brick Works   
At Evergreen Brick Works, kids and families can explore and get active in the heart of Toronto's beautiful Lower Don Valley!

Leaside, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 2 to 17 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Program
  • from $80
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Camp Cherith - Ontario   
This Christian camp includes focuses on outdoor skill based activities such as horseback riding, canoeing, archery, riflery. It is situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario.

Southern Bruce County
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $539
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Camp Oconto   
Founded in 1924, Oconto is a traditional girls overnight camp located on the beautiful shores of Eagle Lake north of Kingston, Ontario. Over 20 activities are offered on 80 acres of land and 2km of shoreline.

Sharbot Lake
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,560
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YMCA of Three Rivers Camps: Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, Waabanaki   
Your Camp Adventure Awaits! Experience camp as it's meant to be with the YMCA of Three Rivers. Be part of a 100 year camp legacy. Canoeing, kayaking, sailing, ropes and rock-climbing, biking, drama, archery, and more.

Fergus; Huntsville; Waterloo
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 15 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $700
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Ryde Lake Camp   
Ryde Lake Camp is a place to connect with nature, learn new skills, grow in confidence, learn independence, & join a supportive community where can be themselves. Located in a beautiful natural setting in Muskoka.

Gravenhurst
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 9 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,050
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Nepean Sailing Club   
A fun engaging camp introducing sports and team building activities to kids from 6-17 years old. Adventure Camps and Sailing Camps are offered all summer long. Since 1979!

Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 8 to 17 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, PA Day
  • from $260
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Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham   
One organization, three fantastic camps: Creative Camp, Outdoor Camp, Sports Camp Whether your camper likes to ignite their creativity, skip rocks in the creek or give high fives on the field we have a program for them.

Ajax; Pickering; Whitby
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 14 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $252
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Camp Kodiak   
Fun! Friends! Success! Canada's premier overnight summer camp for children & teens with and without LD, ADHD, and ASD Level 1. We provide a SOCIAL SKILLS program, ACADEMIC program and 50+ activities.

Parry Sound
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 18 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,889
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Camp Kennebec   
An amazing summer camp experience for campers with special needs. All the fun of camp, with supportive and experienced staff to give your camper the summer of their life! The focus is on fun first!

Sharbot Lake
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 35 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,900
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Camp Ak-O-Mak   
Camp Ak-O-Mak is a tech-free overnight camp for girls aged 7–16. Whether swimming, paddling, or simply exploring with friends, it’s where a girl's confidence grows, one adventure at a time.

Parry Sound
Sport (multi)
  • Ages 7 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,400
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Camp IAWAH   
Eastern Ontario Christian Summer Camp, nestled on the shores of Wolfe Lake 15 minutes from Westport. Activities at IAWAH include leadership building, water sports, archery tag, canoeing, cake decorating, and crafts.

Westport
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 18 ( Boys, Girls, Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $410
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Kettleby Valley Camp   
Located just north of Toronto, our traditional summer camp offers day and overnight programs for campers 4.5 to 14.

Newmarket
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4.5 to 14 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $564
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Bear Creek Outdoor Centre   
We are a small camp with a spectacular community of campers and staff. We focus on having a great time building interpersonal skills and connecting with each other in a fantastic natural setting.

Ottawa; Renfrew
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $825
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YMCA Camp Pine Crest   
With 100+ years of overnight camping excellence, we provide programming for campers who want to gain independence, interact with nature, make friends , and develop leadership skills. Overnight canoe trips are a staple!

Torrance
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $375
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YMCA John Island Camp and YMCA NEO Summer Day Camps   
YMCA John Island Camp (est. 1954): overnight camp on a Lake Huron North Channel island, south of Spanish, ON. Offering traditional camp programs, leadership development, and wilderness tripping from 5 days to 46 days.

Manitoulin Island; North Bay; Sudbury
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $835
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Camps d’été francophones de l’AFRY - AFRY French Summer Camps   
Camps in French! New theme every week, French lessons, games, creative workshops, weekly field trips. Specialized camp in robotics or multi-activities camp. Free daycare included!

Aurora; East Gwillimbury
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 12 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $255
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Explorations Learning   
Known for excellence in arts & technology, Explorations is one of Montreal's best camps. Amazing variety of activities, run by experienced educators. Small group sizes ensure individual attention and space for creativity

Montreal
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 18 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $375
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Camp Temagami   
This overnight canoe tripping summer camp in the heart of Northern Ontario offers the wilderness experience with canoe trips in the heart of Temagami, to James Bay/Hudson Bay and Labrador.

Temagami
Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping
  • Ages 10 to 18 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $950
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Branksome Camps   
Branksome Hall offers remarkable day camps for girls & boys in the heart of Toronto. Choose from a wide selection of Arts, Sports and STEM based camps and specialty camps like Dance, Photography and Swim.

Rosedale, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 15 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $545
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GNAG Traditional and Specialty Camps and Programs   
GNAG offers diverse programs and camps for children aged 4 to Grade 11, including dance, art, tennis, sports, robotics, specialty activities, fostering creativity, skill development, and fun in a supportive environment.

Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 4 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $300
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Camp Tapawingo, YWCA   
An all girls summer camp located on Georgian Bay, operated by YWCA Toronto. Camp “Tap” focuses on empowering and supporting a diverse group of girls through a broad range of arts and outdoor activities.

Parry Sound
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 15 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $2,294
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Lone Prairie Camp   
Offers onsite Summer camping for ages 6 to 17, along with a weekend family camp in Alberta.

Ferintosh
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 99 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $155
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Fair Havens Camp & Conference Centre   
At Fair Havens Camp & Conference Centre we equip families, schools, and youth to grow in faith and community through family camping, outdoor adventures, retreats, and discipleship experiences.

Brock
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 1 to 99 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $1
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L&E World Camps   
L&E offer a unique overnight international summer camp experience in British Columbia, Canada & Winchester, UK. L&E inspires & nurtures young people with their award winning multi-activity program & specialised courses.

International; Shawnigan Lake
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 8 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $1,195
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Ashbury College Summer Programs   
Ashbury's Summer Program offers a broad range of summer camps in the performing and visual arts, athletics, and STEM as well as set-up for success workshops and credit courses. Learn something new this summer!

Ottawa North
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 18 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $440
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Veg Camp   
Plant-based summer camp with outdoor adventure, environmental education, yoga & mindfulness. Campers build confidence, leadership, critical thinking & problem-solving skills—while respecting animals, people & Earth.

Nobleton; Vaughan
Education: Leadership (multi)
  • Ages 9 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp, Program
  • from $845
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Camp Simpresca   
Located on the shores of the Georgian Bay, Camp Simpresca offers 4-day, week long, and monthly programs for boys and girls ages 6-16. Campers experience a daily rotation of activities, ranging from highropes to boating!

Midland
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $375
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Silver Lake Mennonite Camp   
Building community through outdoor adventure! Offering day and overnight camp experiences where kids grow in confidence, friendship, and leadership while exploring nature and trying new activities.

Kitchener; Sauble Beach
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $260
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The STEAM Project   
Camps and classes for creative girls and boys who love science, technology, robotics, and design projects. Our kids learn while they experiment, invent, digitally fabricate, and build projects with their own hands!

Markham; Richmond Hill
Education: STEAM
  • Ages 4 to 15 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $35
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Focus on Nature   
We inspire young people to explore and connect with nature through photography. At our day camps campers will learn the technical skills to shoot and edit great photos while also exploring nature in a safe environment.

Algonquin Park; Cambridge; Guelph; Kitchener; Stoney Creek
Arts: Photography
  • Ages 8 to 18 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $250
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Sparrow Lake Camp   
Since 1912! Sparrow Lake Camp is a traditional Co-Ed Summer Camp where all are welcome, all are valued, and all belong. Overnight camps for kids 6-16, as well as our friends and family 'Holiday Camp' for all ages!

Orillia
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $890
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Medeba Summer Camp   
Medeba Summer Camp is an overnight camp that uses adventure and community to provide the best week of your child's summer! We provide a full range of traditional and extensive adventure activities to choose from.

Haliburton
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $469
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Camp Kwasind   
A great overnight Christian camp in Muskoka for ages 7to17 that is AFFORDABLE, MEMORABLE, FUN & SAFE. A unique and safe place to build friendships, gain confidence. experience the outdoors and explore the Christian faith

Huntsville
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 7 to 17 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $600
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Mi-A-Kon-Da   
A traditional, all-girls summer camp with outdoor activities including sailing, canoeing, archery, swimming, arts and crafts activities and more. Offering 1, 2 or 4 week sessions or an introductory weekend.

Hamilton; Parry Sound
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $2,920
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Camp Kee-Mo-Kee   
A classic, down to earth camp where every kid, young and old, finds a home.

Komoka
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 6 to 16 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $450
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Brigs Youth Sail Training   
Sail the Tall Ship TS Playfair on the Great Lakes: develop friendships and confidence as you work through real voyage challenges as a team.

Collingwood; Hamilton; Port Elgin; Tobermory
Adventure (multi)
  • Ages 13 to 18 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $25
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Tall Ships Adventure   
Step aboard and discover the thrill of sailing a tall ship! Every day is an opportunity to develop teamwork, leadership, and resilience while navigating the open waters alongside a diverse and supportive crew.

Brockville; Cobourg; Gananoque; Ottawa
Sport: Sailing/Marine Skills
  • Ages 12 to 18 (Coed)
  • Overnight Camp
  • from $999
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Loving Legacy   
A fun, structured summer day camp offering creative, hands-on activities, outdoor play, and themed weekly programs. Designed for ages 6+, we focus on building confidence, friendships, and memorable experiences.

Mississauga
Traditional (multi activity)
  • Ages 5 to 13 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $275
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Toronto STEM School   
A STEM Summer Camp at the heart of midtown Toronto. Easy subway access and pick-up/drop-off options. Children and youth will have an unforgettable experience with us and will find a newly developed passion for STEM.

Davisville Village, Toronto
Education: STEM
  • Ages 6 to 18 (Coed)
  • Day Camp
  • from $250
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Ranch Wellness   
An immersive summer horse camp! Horsemanship builds leadership, confidence, resiliency & emotional intelligence. Safety-first riding, outdoor adventures in nature with unforgettable experiences!

Rocky Mountain House
Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian
  • Ages 11 to 16 ( Girls)
  • Day Camp, Overnight Camp
  • from $1,325
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What do campers learn at wilderness skills camp?

Many new adventures await teens and older kids at survival skills camps. They gain essential survival skills as they live outdoors and learn how to build shelters, manage fires, and forage for food. Campers also learn how to identify animal tracks, plants, and parts of the forest. Overnight camping is part and parcel of the main camps teaching this, although some day camps also teach  kids and teens these skills.

It’s an ideal way to deepen a connection to nature. Kids and teens learn to understand weather patterns. There’s also a lot of canoeing and kayaking, of course, with some sports, though the focus is mainly on wilderness training and sustainable living. 

Camp leaders are trained in First Aid, CPR, and water safety. Many camps use survival training as an important aspect of leadership training, and campers will find themselves leading camp activities or instructing their survival group. Overnight camps teaching this are targeted at teens, but open to kids who are younger. Survival skills day camps welcome all ages. Prices for these camps start at $200, though they can rise to over $1,000.

Why go to wilderness skills camp?

Wilderness skills camp is an ideal location for adventurous, spirited kids and teens. Here’s a look at what you will gain from this camp experience:

  • Character development. Wilderness activities, from setting up tents to tracking animals, build character, especially resilience, resourcefulness, and responsibility. Team building is also an essential part of camp, as campers work together to meet camp and survival skills objectives.
  • Promotes sustainable living. Survival camp is a great way to deepen your connection to nature. Survival skills campers might meet wildlife. They grow in their understanding of old growth forests. It’s inspiring and can spark action, as kids and teens recognize how human activity impacts the planet. They’ll be inspired to make Earth-conscious decisions in their daily lives. It can even inspire career and other life choices. 
  • Improved fitness. Wilderness skills are rife with natural strength and conditioning exercises. Kids and teens build muscle and develop stamina.


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