Find camps offering wilderness trips as a camp activity listed below. A trip into the wilderness is a quintessential childhood experience for kids growing up in Canada or the nothern USA. At a wilderness camp like those listed here, your child will participate in a guided foray into the wild. Read more
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InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario
An award winning Christian summer camp in Muskoka for ages five to 17 featuring dozens of awesome activities, teen programs in leadership development and wilderness adventure & unforgettable experiences for every camper!
Huntsville
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Kandalore Kandalore is the finest traditional summer camp in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. Specialized leadership programs for 16 and 17 year olds.
Minden
Traditional (multi activity)
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Glen Bernard Camp
A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, horseback riding, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts and many other activities!
Huntsville
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta Pioneer Camp Alberta is a Christian summer camp with two beautiful locations in Sundre & Rocky Mountain House, AB. Get ready for exploration, adventure,creation, challenge, growth, skill development, and of course, fun!
Rocky Mountain House; Sundre
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp IAWAH Eastern Ontario summer camp, nestled on the shores of Wolfe Lake 15 minutes from Westport. Activities at Iawah include leadership building, archery tag, canoeing, cake decorating, programming and turf sports.
Westport
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs Wilderness 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
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InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake
Circle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for kids and teens ages 6-17. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding, water sports and ropes. Your summer adventure starts here!
Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
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)
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City of Toronto - Specialty Plus Camps
Looking to enjoy nature and being outdoors, these camps are for you! Camp Naorca & Camp Claireville both provide fun, hands-on opportunities to discover the hidden wonders and importance of Toronto’s parks and gardens.
Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Brampton
Science:
Nature/Environment
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp Kawartha Traditional summer camp fostering self-esteem, leadership & environmental stewardship. Campers are encouraged to be creative, in touch with nature & be themselves in a non-competitive environment.
Peterborough; Lakefield
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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Harbourfront Centre Camps
Since 1979, Harbourfront Centre Camps have fostered an inclusive learning community that encourages long-lasting connections to contemporary arts, culture and ideas. .
Harbourfront, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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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.
Renfrew; Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp Wanapitei Wilderness canoe-tripping camp based in Northern Ontario, paddling Ontario, Quebec, and the Territories. A strong tripping program is complemented by caring staff, community focus and a diverse in-camp program.
Temagami
Adventure:
Wilderness Out-tripping
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YMCA Camp Pine Crest
We provide a fun program for campers who want to gain independence, interact with nature, make friends with new people, and develop leadership skills. Overnight canoe trips are a staple that make for the best adventures!
Torrance
Traditional (multi activity)
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Lone Prairie Camp
Offers onsite and offsite (hiking and backpacking) camping for ages 6 to 17, along with a weekend family camp.
Ferintosh
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Kwasind
A great overnight Christian camp in Muskoka for those ages 7 to 17 that is AFFORDABLE, MEMORABLE, FUN & HIGH QUALITY. Truly a safe place to build friendships, gain confidence & have new experiences in an outdoor setting.
Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
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YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region
Choose active and fun Neighbourhood day camps close to home, with themed weeks and out trips, OR a traditional outdoor day (or overnight) experience at Camp Otonabee with ropes, paddling, nature hikes, swimming and more
Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
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Temagami
Adventure:
Wilderness Out-tripping
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
YMCA of Oakville YMCA of Oakville camps are found at several locations across the community with activities including swimming, day trips and more. Learn more!
Hamilton; Oakville
Traditional (multi activity)
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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
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp de vacances Kéno In the heart of a regional park, Kéno offers a life experience. Welcoming campers from Canada and abroad for a full French immersion, Kéno specialises in out-tripping expeditions with stays from 3 to 25 days.
St-Léonard-de-Portneuf
Traditional (multi activity)
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YMCA Camps Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y and Wabanaki
The K-W YMCA's 3 camps offer a range of activities including a high ropes course and climbing wall, canoe tripping, bmx biking, sailing, kayaking, crafts, archery, and more. March Break programs also available.
Waterloo; Fergus; Huntsville
Traditional (multi activity)
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InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Manitoba
Come and explore the wilderness under trained staff who will guide you into amazing adventures and outdoor experiences. You will learn life skills, build friendships, and have tons of outdoor fun!
Shoal Lake
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more.
Thetis Island; Vancouver
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Can-Aqua
A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patients & empathy. Fun is a given. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here.
Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Pathfinder
Est. 1914. A traditional boys' summer camp, island campus in Algonquin. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camp skills. Wilderness canoe trips, Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff. Positive masculine culture. Fun!
Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Nominingue
An English boys' camp in Quebec, 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 summer adventure begins!
Mont-Tremblant
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Olympia Sports Camp We offer kids professional instruction, guidance to grow & excel while having fun! Choose from over 90 programs in Sport, Leadership, Adventure, Art, Recreation, Self-Discovery & Fitness.
Huntsville
Sport (multi)
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Camp Couchiching
Beautiful forests, rolling fields and lots of lakeside waterfront are waiting for you only 1.5 hours from Toronto. Camp Couchiching focuses on individual development and challenge by choice, We are all levels of awesome!
Orillia
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp Northway/ Wendigo Northway, Canada's oldest summer camp for girls (age 7-16) and Wendigo, a small tripping outpost for boys (age 12-16) are located in the wilderness of Algonquin Park.
Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Muskoka
Boost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a variety of over 50 activities to choose from!
Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
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InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River
Both a day camp and an overnight camp, offering exciting programs such as horsemanship, swimming, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, campfires, tomahawks, and many more. Excellent Leadership Camps available for teens.
Brantford
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
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)
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UCC Summer Life
A Co-ed Summer Enrichment Experience in the Heart of Toronto, Canada for International and Local Students ages 10 to 16.
Forest Hill, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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Encounters with Canada
A leadership program, where teens develop civic leadership skills, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, and explore exciting career options
Ottawa
Education:
Leadership
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Halkirk Circle Square Ranch is a children's summer camp providing adventure filled camp experiences. One of nine InterVarsity Camps across Canada, our programs include horsemanship, climbing, archery, swimming and so much more!
Halkirk
Traditional (multi activity)
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Frontier Trails Camp & Outdoor Education Centre
Adventure Begins at Summer camp! Day and overnight programs and many activities including horseback riding,ESL, paintball, archery, whitewater rafting and more. Offering Awesome memories to campers from 5-16 .
Ottawa; Eganville
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Ecolart
A premium summer and winter camp for boys and girls 4 to 17 years old offering more than 15 different programs in their summer overnight and day camp, and a skiing/snowboarding program in the March break camp.
Montreal; Vancouver; West Vancouver
Traditional (multi activity)
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Branksome Hall Day Camps
A co-ed day camp featuring Dance, Tennis, Soccer, Musical Theatre, Robotics, Photography, Film, Adventure and more. Home base for our camps is Branksome's new, state-of-the-art Athletics and Wellness Centre.
Rosedale, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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Outward Bound Canada
Outward Bound Canada provides challenging adventures in the outdoors across the country that develop self-respect, awareness of others, interpersonal skills, and a sense of accomplishment.
Alberta (1); British Columbia (1); Canada (1); New Brunswick (1); Ontario (1)
Adventure (multi)
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Camp Frenda
Summer camp in the heart of Muskoka. Activities include horseback riding, rock climbing, water skiing, rocketry, archery, and many others.
Port Carling
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Davern
Eastern Ontario summer camp where kids participate in a variety of activities and sports including rope courses, leadership and more.
Eastern Lanark County
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp Wabikon An experience kids love. A family parents trust. Wabikon is sleepover camp for boys and girls ages 6-17. Campers from around the world feel like part of the family and enjoy activities on a challenge-by-choice basis.
Temagami
Traditional (multi activity)
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Willowgrove Day Camp
Located on a private 100 acre farm property that includes a forest, pond, clean running creek, sports fields, play grounds, in-ground swimming pools, wall climbing gym, animal barn, apple orchard , corn maze and more.
Whitchurch - Stouffville; Online
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Tanamakoon
This all girls summer camp located on its own lake in Algonquin Park offers a variety of camp activities, along with specialty programs for canoe tripping, mini camp and kindercamp! We offer a safe and fun adventure!
Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Hurontario
A traditional overnight camp with a variety of activities and sports including sailing, arts and crafts, leadership building and more.
Mactier
Traditional (multi activity)
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Toronto Brigantine
A safe and challenging environment aboard the Tall Ship TS Playfair on the Great Lakes (Ontario, Erie, Huron). Develop leadership skills, confidence and friendships as you work together as a team.
Kingston; Regent Park, Toronto; Parry Sound
Adventure (multi)
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YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka offers a variety of values based camp programs through our day, family, leadership and overnight camps throughout the Simcoe, Muskoka and Parry Sound regions.
Orillia; Midland
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
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)
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Shadow Lake Centre
A summer camp for children, youth, and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Accessible activities that include sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and lots of music.
Whitchurch - Stouffville
Traditional (multi activity)
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Kilcoo Camp
Kilcoo has an earned reputation as one of Canada's foremost traditional summer camps. Boys come to Kilcoo to enjoy the activities, to gain confidence in themselves, to learn to work with others and to "just have fun"!
Minden; Moore Park, Toronto
Traditional (multi activity)
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Canadian Adventure Camp
A true adventure camp with the very best staff. Choose from a Traditional General Camp Program or specialize in Trampoline, Gymnastics, Aerials (circus) or Wakeboarding & Water Skiing.
Temagami
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Big Canoe
Lifelong friendships await! A private lake, archery, crafts, stand-up paddleboarding, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, out-trips, campfires, and so much more. Also offers a focus on leadership. An Experience Like No Other!
Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
The Taylor Statten Camps Camp Ahmek and Camp Wapomeo offer a balance of canoe tripping and programming. Activities include swimming, canoeing, arts & crafts, horseback riding, sailing and more. Canoe trips range in length from 2 to 50 days.
Algonquin Park
Traditional (multi activity)
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Army and Navy Academy Summer Camp
Army and Navy Academy Camp Challenge offers your young co-eds motivational summer leadership, academic, and recreation camps that encourage active involvement, accountability, skill development, and personal growth.
California
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Overnight Camps The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario offers two amazing overnight camps for campers aged 5-16 - YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth (CQE) in Georgian Bay Islands National Park and YMCA Camp Henry in Point Pelee National Park.
London; Leamington; Port Severn
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Ponacka
Ponacka boys say camp is "home away from home". A strong emphasis on individual growth in the context of having the most fun ever, learning skills, developing lifelong friendships and great food. What could be better?
Bancroft
Traditional (multi activity)
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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)
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Camp Bil-O-Wood
A traditional, outdoor, athletic, & life skills camp for kids 7 - 17. Exceptional camping & canoeing. Over 30 sports & activities for kids from Canada, US, & Europe; family operated for 74 yrs. An awesome experience!
Blind River
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp North Star
A co-ed overnight camp on 200 acres in Poland, Maine. Campers enjoy an elective program with 100+ choices that focuses on instruction and skill development in Arts, Athletics, Enrichment, Outdoors and Waterfront.
Maine
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp Tamarack Muskoka summer camp that welcomes campers and staff from around the world. Experience our incredible variety of activities including skiing, wakeboarding, tennis, ropes, climbing and more.
Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
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Kettleby Valley Camp
Located just north of Toronto, this traditional summer camp offers overnight, day and canoe trip programs for campers 5 to 14.
King
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Camp Wenonah Trusted by families from around the world, Camp Wenonah is a popular kids overnight summer camp in Muskoka Ontario for boys and girls aged 5 - 17 years old. Veteran staff, including full time medical staff.
Bracebridge
Traditional (multi activity)
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Consciousness for Kids
A unique camp designed to encourage the holistic development of each child. Activities include: Meditation, nature connection, yoga/martial arts, arts and crafts, singing/toning, journaling, drum circles and more.
Humewood, Toronto
Health & Fitness:
Mindfulness Training
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Stanstead College Summer Camps
Summer Camps for local and foreign students. Wide variety of camps offered such as Language, STEM, Cultural, Hockey Specific and much more!
Stanstead
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Mi-A-Kon-Da A traditional, all-girls summer camp with various outdoor activities including sailing, wilderness trips, arts activities and more. Offering 1, 2 or 4 week sessions or an introductory weekend.
Parry Sound; Hamilton
Traditional (multi activity)
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Township of King
With a mixture of sports, arts, and nature based programs, you are sure to find the perfect camp or program for your child! High Five and OCA Certified. Visit www.king.ca for more information.
Traditional (multi activity)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
Albion Hills Field Centre A nature-focused camp in a conservation park. Cozy dorms, delicious food, caring staff and lots of time outside being a kid. We help your child build confidence and independence through adventure, leadership & teamwork.
Caledon
Adventure (multi)
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COVID-19 alert: Temporarily closed
HIDDEN BAY LEADERSHIP CAMP Small Camp, Big Adventure! Located near Parry Sound, we are a world away from the city and the perfect place for your child to learn leadership while enjoying traditional camp fun in a welcoming and inclusive environment
Parry Sound
Traditional (multi activity)
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Learn & Experience
L&E World Camps inspires & nurtures young people with their award winning multi-activity programs in Canada and Europe. The camps can be combined with L&E Teen Travel trips to create a summer experience of a lifetime.
Shawnigan Lake; International
Traditional (multi activity)
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Wilvaken
Bilingual (Fr/En) summer experience with water and land sports: sailing, water-skiing, windsurfing, archery, horseback riding, and hiking/canoeing out trips and more. Spend the summer with campers from around the world!
Magog
Traditional (multi activity)
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Maple Grove Christian Retreat Centre
A Christian seasonal campground located in Thamesford, ON, that exists to facilitate ministries that make and grow disciples of Jesus Christ. Summer camps, church programming, and camp activities. New pool in 2020!
Oxford County
Traditional (multi activity)
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Cedar Ridge Camp
Cedar Ridge Camp is a wonderful place where campers have the opportunity to get outside and develop friendships.
Bancroft
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Presqu'ile
A co-ed, overnight summer camp affiliated with both Rotary and YMCA. For kids aged 6 to 16.
Owen Sound
Traditional (multi activity)
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Base de Plein Air Jean-Jeune
Learn and practice your french while playing with our experienced bilingual staff. ALL PROGRAMS ARE HELD IN FRENCH. Have a blast at our summer camp while being in the outdoors.
Laurentians
Traditional (multi activity)
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1-UP Leadership Programs at Ernescliff College
Leadership program and fun summer camps for boys 9-13 years-old, focused on character formation, service and friendship.
Quebec City; South Annex, Toronto; Bancroft
Reading:
Leadership training
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The Pine Project
Get outside this summer and discover your full potential! As Ontario's leading nature connection organization, our outdoor day and overnight camps empower kids to explore nature, try new things and build resilience.
Bloor West Village, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Minden
Science:
Nature/Environment
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Camp Selah
A Christian summer camp on Pigeon Lake. One week sessions in August. Activities include swimming, canoeing, survival lessons, archery and many more. Children to Staff Ratio is 2:1. Only $399/week.
Lakefield
Traditional (multi activity)
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Camp Claret Du Lac Elgin
4 Unique Programs! Well thought-out for the needs of youngsters of all ages! A thrilling experience! Fun, Friends, Excitement... The most rewarding experience Adventure - Teamwork - Challenge
Stratford
Traditional (multi activity)
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In Ontario, many wilderness camps are found in and around what some people consider the last wilderness, Algonquin Park, along with other areas nearby including Bracebridge, the Kawarthas and the Ottawa Valley and as far north as Temagami.
From one camp to the next, "wilderness trips" may vary widely, anywhere from an afternoon foray into the highlands to weeklong trips into the wild to summer-long treks into the hinterland as far north as Hudson Bay. Trips can take you to see rare wildlife, past isolated settlements and deep into no-man's land.
These kinds of wilderness camps offer unprecedented personal growth, encouraging personal development, deepening of leadership skills, teamwork and reliance on others, along with a wealth of other intangible qualities unachievable by any other means. On top of that, kids will acquire deep knowledge and understanding of nature, ecology and geography.
Investigate each of the camps listed here to learn more about its wilderness adventure.
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