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Adventure Valley

  
1080 Linbrook Road, Oakville, Ontario, L6J 2L1

  • Type:
    Day camp
  • Focus:
    Traditional (multi activity)
  • Cost:
    $425 to $495/week
  • Ages:
    4 to 14
  • Gender:
    Coed
  • Main language:
    English
  • Capacity:
    350 to 400
  • Programs:
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  • Summary

    Adventure Valley answered our questions

    Who are you as an organization?

    Oakville's best premium summer day camp! Our fees include bussing, snacks, lunch and the best camp spirit Oakville has ever seen! We go beyond summer fun to provide experiences that foster growth and develop the whole child. Our campers enjoy a wide breadth of activities that change daily. Choose to be a part of something special! You BELONG at Adventure Valley!

    • Special needs: Yes, mild support.
      A few of our campers have special needs.
    • LGBTQ+ friendly community

    What do you do differently or uniquely well?

    "Adventure Valley is unique in how we approach camp: we are first and foremost, a community. We purposefully develop a sense of belonging in all of our campers, their parents, and our staff. And, it doesn't just stop at summer! We run community events year-round to upkeep our connections and friendships. Having a community is important to us because it is only when a child feels safe and loved that they can truly learn and grow. Our mission is to grow great kids, with the life skills they need for their future, like leadership, compassion, perseverance and confidence. "

    Who are your staff and counsellors?

    "Adventure Valley recognizes the importance of strong summer staff in the delivery of an unforgettable summer camp experience. It’s our staff, who cultivate cooperation, kindness, and friendship, who build the foundation of a strong camp community.

    As a team, our staff continues to challenge itself: how can we make each day unforgettable? How can we bring our campers closer together? We know we’ve done our job if our campers never want the day to end, never want the summer to be over, never want to lose the feeling they belong – just the way they are.

    We treat our staff like family and support each other all day, every day. We know that our staff, more than any other single factor, make AV the incredible camp that it is."

    What do families need to know about registration?

    "Welcome to Adventure Valley! One of our main values is that planning for summer should be EASY - and boy, do we deliver! Our fees are all-inclusive: every registration includes two snacks, a hot lunch, and bussing from one of our convenient neighbourhood stops. Our registration is quick and easy, with only a deposit ($300/child) needed to confirm your child's spot at camp. The balance of our fees are due by May 1, and families can choose to pay monthly or in one lump sum.

    Cancellation or changes are easy with the best policy in the industry: Cancel or change your child's sessions with no penalties up to seven (yes, 7!) days before your session start date!"



    Featured Articles

    Fun, excitement, and feeling like you belong
    How Adventure Valley promotes a close-knit camp community. Read more.

     

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  • Programs, Rates & Dates

    Programs and Sessions Calendar

    Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Adventure Valley currently has 2 programs available.

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    Name
    Age
    Type (Gender)
    specialty
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    Ages: 12 - 14
    Day Camp
    (Coed)
    CIT/LIT Program, Traditional (multi activity)
    $1,495
    Comedy|Hip Hop|Fashion Design|Glee|Guitar|Music Recording|Magic|Musical Theatre|Theatre Arts|Sewing|Arts & Crafts|Cartooning|Drawing|Knitting and Crochet|Painting|Robotics|Strength and Conditioning|Archery|Badminton |Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Dodgeball|Flag Football|Gaga|Golf|Soccer|Volleyball|Football|Gymnastics|Hiking|Hockey|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Martial Arts|Yoga
    Ages: 4 - 12
    Day Camp
    (Coed)
    Traditional (multi activity)
    $380 to $525
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Aug 19-23 $475 - $525
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Aug 12-16 $475 - $525
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Aug 06-09 $380 - $420
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Jul 29-Aug 02 $475 - $525
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Jul 22-26 $475 - $525
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Jul 15-19 $475 - $525
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Jul 08-12 $475 - $525
    Oakville, ON
    1080 Linbrook Road
    Jul 02-05 $380 - $420
    Comedy|Hip Hop|Fashion Design|Glee|Guitar|Music Recording|Magic|Musical Theatre|Theatre Arts|Sewing|Arts & Crafts|Cartooning|Drawing|Knitting and Crochet|Painting|Robotics|Strength and Conditioning|Archery|Badminton |Baseball/Softball|Basketball|Dodgeball|Flag Football|Gaga|Golf|Soccer|Volleyball|Football|Gymnastics|Hiking|Hockey|Horseback Riding/Equestrian|Martial Arts|Yoga



    Financial Aid & Payment Details

    Payment Options:

    Deposit required with acceptance Yes
    Credit card payment Yes
    Maximum installments available 100

    Discounts

    Discount for 2nd child 5%
    Discount for 3rd child 5%
    Discount for 4th child 5%
  • Insider Reviews & Perspectives

    The Our Kids review of Adventure Valley

    our take

    Adventure Valley provides a true camp experience with the benefit of being close to home. The variety of programs is broad, including all the most traditional camp experiences, though the sense of community is as well--kids have a sense that they belong to something unique, and it is. The camp is run on the campus of St. Mildred's Lightbourn School, which is exceptional in all the best ways: facilities, location, and accessibility. Lunch is included with camp fees, which might seem like a little thing, but, frankly, for busy parents, it's a delight. The program is very established, with strong staff who dedicate themselves to the culture of the camp as well as the activities offered. 


    Interview with the Director of Adventure Valley

    Ashlee Woolfson, Camp Director

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    Transcript of our interview with Ashlee, Camp Director


    What is unique about Adventure Valley?

    At Adventure Valley, we believe in the power of community. We believe in making sure that every camper feels like they truly belong. Through the relationships we build between our campers and our staff, our campers feel safe to learn and to develop and grow the soft skills that they can then use outside of camp.

    What type of child is successful at Adventure Valley?

    At Adventure Valley, we meet every camper where they are. Our low camper-to-staff ratios ensure that every child is known as an individual, not just as a number. We get to know our campers, and we make sure that each of them can be successful. At camp, we teach life skills like empathy, perspective-taking, perseverance, self-confidence, and more.

    Is your schedule structured or is it more open?

    Adventure Valley runs eight one week sessions to provide maximum flexibility for our camp families. We do encourage our campers to attend a minimum of two consecutive weeks. We do this so that our campers can fully experience our family feel and our camp community. Only when campers truly feel safe and feel like they belong can they really grow and develop.

    How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?

    Our staff are trained to approach all behavioural issues with empathy and to consider the feelings behind every behaviour. Staff are told to talk to each camper individually and really understand where they're coming from, and use each moment as a learning experience for the future.

    What do campers value most at Adventure Valley?

    The number one thing that our campers value are the relationships they build at camp. I can't tell you how many camp parents have told us about lifelong friendships that their kids have made while they were at Adventure Valley. Campers talk about their counsellors year-round and return year after year to see them.

    What message do you have for new campers at Adventure Valley?

    All of our counsellors have crazy camp names like “Spooky” and “Sparrow” and “Batman” and “Piglet.” Every single day we have a camp-wide dance party where we do the camp dance together and sing the camp cheer. Sometimes we have crazy competitions between staff where they have fun making fools of themselves to make our campers laugh. And every Friday we have a theme day where all of our campers and staff come dressed up in the most awesome costumes. You have to be there to believe it.

     


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    • 00:26 - What is unique about your camp?
    • 00:49 - What type of child is successful at your camp?
    • 01:16 - Is the schedule structured or is it more open?
    • 01:45 - How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?
    • 02:08 - What do campers value most at the camp?
    • 02:29 - What message do you have for new campers?

    More reviews of Adventure Valley

    Marc Joffe, Parent

    "The smiles and laughter are instantaneous"

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    Evie Levitin, Parent

    "The staff is exceptional, kind, understanding and caring"

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    Lauren Kouba , Parent

    Enthusiastic Counsellors!

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    Sarina Ahuja, Parent

    Something for Everyone!

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    Jules Rose, Parent

    "Your children will be welcomed into the Adventure Valley family with open arms"

    Read review

    Monica Farbstein, Parent

    The best time at Adventure Valley!

    Read review

    More reviews of Adventure Valley


    Marc Joffe, Parent

    "The smiles and laughter are instantaneous"

    Our children have been going to Adventure Valley for several years, and love every day. AV has excellent facilities with a wide variety of activities, access to beautiful outdoor spaces, and indoor spaces for those rainy days. As an added bonus, the location doesn't require a long ride north to attain the facilities. But none of this is what makes AV special. AV's greatest strength is its people. The great people start at the top, with caring management that goes above and beyond to make sure each camper has a fantastic summer. This attitude filters down to their carefully selected staff who go all out each day to make camp fun. We are reminded about the great team each year on welcome night. When our children arrive at camp, they run in every direction to high-five and hug all of their old counselors who they missed all school year. The smiles and laughter are instantaneous, and we know that a great summer is around the corner ... Show More


    Evie Levitin, Parent

    "The staff is exceptional, kind, understanding and caring"

    Adventure Valley Day Camp is absolutely incredible! My kids have been going there for 3 years now and to say they love it is an understatement. The experience, fun, excitement, and pure joy my kids felt everyday was unbelievable. They couldn’t wait to get up in the morning to go to camp and loved Sunday’s because it meant Monday was a new week at camp. They talk about their camp experiences, friends, counsellors, and activities ALL YEAR LONG, and count down to a new camp season every spring. My kids absolutely flourished there every summer. Every day they came home beaming with joy, full of amazing stories to tell us at dinner. The staff is exceptional, kind, understanding and caring. I recommend AVDC for everyone looking to send their kids to camp this summer. If I could give more than 5 stars I would ... Show More


    Lauren Kouba , Parent

    Enthusiastic Counsellors!

    My two boys loved this camp and I was impressed with the variety of activities and the enthusiasm of the counsellors.


    Sarina Ahuja, Parent

    Something for Everyone!

    Excellent range and pace of activities - something for everyone. The councillors bond with the kids quickly, are open-minded and kind. Our camper came home happy each day and looked forward to days ahead, so much so that we booked an extra week. Highly recommend ... Show More


    Jules Rose, Parent

    "Your children will be welcomed into the Adventure Valley family with open arms"

    AVDC has been an enormous part of our family for the past 5 years & has played an integral role in helping to teach both of our young children to be adventurous, curious, kind, silly, creative & fun. We are truly devastated to learn that the relocation of the camp will unfortunately be too far for our children to attend going forward, as it truly is a unique & special place...with amazing staff, who truly care. To those fortunate enough to live in the vicinity of Burlington, Milton, Etobicoke, Mississauga and Oakville, you are blessed to gain such a wonderful gem of a camp. Your children will be welcomed into the Adventure Valley family with open arms, & experience what our children were so lucky to have. Wishing AVDC the best of luck...we will be with you in spirit! ❤ � ... Show More


    Monica Farbstein, Parent

    The best time at Adventure Valley!

    My two kids had the best time at Adventure Valley. The camp was very fun for them. The staff seemed very enthusiastic, welcoming & friendly. Everything was organized & kids liked the food provided. Overall, a fun experience. Thank you AV ... Show More


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  • Location & Site Details

    Address

    1080 Linbrook Road, Oakville, Ontario, L3T6L6, Canada



    Busing

    • Berry Bus: Milton and North Oakville (Bus fee: Included in Camp Fees)
      Location Address Pick up Drop off
      Robert Baldwin PS 180 Wilson Dr, Milton, ON L9T 3J9, Canada 7:40 am 5:25 pm
      Milton District High School 396 Williams Ave, Milton, ON L9T 2G4, Canada 7:50 am 5:20 pm
      Guardian Angels Catholic ES 650 Bennett Blvd, Milton, ON L9T 6B1, Canada 8:10 am 4:50 pm
      Our Lady of Peace CES 391 River Glen Blvd, Oakville, ON L6H 5X5, Canada 8:35 am 4:25 pm
      Sunningdale PS 1434 Oxford Ave, Oakville, ON L6H 1T4, Canada 8:45 am 4:15 am
      Oodenawi PS 385 Sixteen Mile Drive, Oakville, ON, Canada 8:30 am 4:35 pm
      Our Lady of Peace CES 391 River Glen Blvd, Oakville, ON L6H 5X5, Canada 8:40 am 4:30 pm
      River Oaks PS 2173 Munn's Ave, Oakville, ON L6H 3S9, Canada 8:45 am 4:20 pm
      Post Corner's PS 2220 Caldwell Dr, Oakville, ON L6H 6B5, Canada 8:50 am 4:15 pm
    • Cherry Bus: South Burlington & South-West Oakville (Bus fee: Included in Camp Fees)
      Location Address Pick up Drop off
      Tom Thomson PS 2171 Prospect St, Burlington, ON L7R 1Z6, Canada 7:45 am 3:20 pm
      John T Tuck PS 3365 Spruce Ave, Burlington, ON L7N 1J7 7:55 am 3:10 pm
      St Raphael CES 4056 New St, Burlington, ON L7L 1S9 8:00 am 3:05 pm
      Frontenac PS 5140 Pinedale Ave, Burlington, ON L7L 3V4 8:10 am 4:55 pm
      St Dominic CES 2405 Rebecca St, Oakville, ON L6L 2B1 8:25 am 4:40 pm
      Gladys Speers PS 2150 Samway Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 2P6, Canada 8:35 am 4:30 pm
      St Nicholas CES 477 Warminster Dr, Oakville, ON L6L 4N4, Canada 8:45 am 4:20 pm
      WH Morden PS 180 Morden Rd, Oakville, ON L6K 2S3, Canada 8:55 am 4:10 pm
    • Watermelon Bus: South Mississauga & Etobicoke (Bus fee: Included in Camp Fees)
      Location Address Pick up Drop off
      Micheline-Saint-Cyr ES 85 Forty First St, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3P1, Canada 7:50 am 5:15 pm
      Janet I McDougald PS 498 Hartsdale Ave, Mississauga, ON L5G 2G6, Canada 8:00 am 5:05 pm
      Kenollie PS 1376 Glenwood Dr, Mississauga, ON L5G 2X1, Canada 8:10 am 4:55 pm
      St. Luke CES 1280 Cobalt St, Mississauga, ON L5H 4L8, Canada 8:20 am 4:45 pm
      Lorne Park SS 1324 Lorne Park Rd, Mississauga, ON L5H 3B1, Canada 8:30 am 4:35 pm
      Owenwood PS 930 Owenwood Dr, Mississauga, ON L5H 3J2 8:40 am 4:25 pm
      Hillside PS 1290 Kelly Rd, Mississauga, ON L5J 3V1, Canada 8:50 am 4:15 pm
    • Plum Bus: North-East Mississauga & North-East Oakville (Bus fee: Included in Camp Fees)
      Location Address Pick up Drop off
      Plum Tree Park PS 6855 Tenth Line W, Mississauga, ON L5N 5R2 7:45 am 5:30 pm
      Castlebridge PS 2801 Castlebridge Dr, Mississauga, ON L5M 5J9, Canada 8:00 am 5:15 pm
      Springfield PS 3251 The Credit Woodlands, Mississauga, ON L5C 2J7 8:10 am 5:05 pm
      Brookmede PS 2250 Council Ring Rd, Mississauga, ON L5L 1B7 8:25 am 4:50 pm
      Joshua Creek PS 450 Arrowhead Rd, Oakville, ON L6H 7P9 8:40 am 4:35 pm
      Iriquois Ridge HS 1123 Glenashton Dr, Oakville, ON L6H 5M1, Canada 8:50 am 4:25 pm
      Falgarwood PS 1385 Gainsborough Dr, Oakville, ON L6H 2H7, Canada 9:00 am 4:15 pm
    • Orange Bus: North Burlington & North-East Oakville (Bus fee: Included in Camp Fees)
      Location Address Pick up Drop off
      CH Norton PS 2120 Cleaver Ave, Burlington, ON L7M 4B6, Canada 7:45 am 5:20 pm
      Norton Park Parking Lot 3035 Tim Dobbie Dr, Burlington, ON L7M 0M3 7:50 am 5:10 pm
      Orchard Park PS 5151 Dryden Ave, Burlington, ON L7L 7J3 8:00 am 5:05 pm
      Emily Carr PS 2255 Pine Glen Rd, Oakville, ON L6M 0G5 8:15 am 4:50 pm
      Captain R Wilson PS 2145 Grand Oak Trail, Oakville, ON L6M 4S7, Canada 8:25 am 4:40 pm
      Heritage Glen PS 1641 Heritage Way, Oakville, ON L6M 2Z4, Canada 8:30 am 4:35 pm
      St Ignatius of Loyola CSS 1550 Nottinghill Gate, Oakville, ON, Canada 8:40 am 4:25 pm
      Sunningdale PS 1434 Oxford Ave, Oakville, ON L6H 1T4, Canada 8:50 am 2:15 pm



    Accommodations

    Washrooms Facilities

    • Flush Toilets

    Are meals provided? Yes

    Is Adventure Valley technology free? Adventure Valley is mostly tech-free. We strive to have our campers connect with their natural environment.


    Property Details

    Sports facilities

    • Archery Range
    • Basketball Court
    • Gymnasium
    • Soccer Field

    Landscape

    • Forested Area
    • Lake/Pond/River
    • Nature Trails
    • Open Field

    More details about property: Adventure Valley Day Camp is hosted on the beautiful St. Mildred-Lightborne School in Oakville, ON. St. Mildred's boasts two fields, nature trails, and an air conditioned indoor facility. Our campers spend as much of the day as possible outdoors.



  • What's New

    Director's Message

    Ashlee Woolfson, Camp Director

    Welcome to our small and family style camp! I believe camp should be a place where every child feels secure and appreciated for who they are. 

    We go beyond summer fun to provide experiences that foster growth and develop the whole child. We focus on building life skills, like confidence, determination, kindness, and positivity.

    We embed our values of trust, community, fun and curiosity into everything we do. We go where our campers can discover new experiences in a safe environment, giving them the freedom to explore who they really are, play in an inclusive zone, and find out what it means to be a friend.

    And we always go to a place where campers are embraced by the spirit and values of our camp community.



    In the News

    April 5, 2022
    Adventure Valley Hosts a Family Fun Day Fundraiser for Oakvillegreen

    Join Adventure Valley Day Camp for a day of Family Fun on April 24! This year's event - an epic family scavenger hunt around Oakville!... Read More



    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Adventure Valley have good reviews?
    We've collected reviews from past attendees. Read 6 reviews of Adventure Valley here.

    What types of programs does Adventure Valley offer?
    Adventure Valley runs: day camps. Programming specializes in: CIT/LIT Program, Traditional (multi activity) . Browse the program calendar for rates and dates.

    What age does Adventure Valley start?
    Adventure Valley has programs for children aged 4 to 14.

    How much does is cost to attend Adventure Valley?
    Fees to attend Adventure Valley range from $425 to $495/week.

    Does Adventure Valley offer support for children with special needs?
    Adventure Valley offers some mild support for children with special needs. Please contact the director to discuss your needs.

    Does Adventure Valley offer busing?
    Yes, Adventure Valley offers transportation. Find busing info and fees here.



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