HUMBER ARBORETUM NATURE CAMPS

"Humber Arboretum truly offers the best camp experience for our children; they come home tired but so happy. We love the learning and exposure they get with you, and the attitude, energy and enthusiasm of the counselors is just so special. Cost-wise, we feel we really get our money's worth, and appreciate the break given for siblings. The location isn't the best for us, but again- we feel it's worth the trip. Thank you!!" Parent, Summer Camp 2017

"I loved this camp for my grandson - he is a total outdoor nature boy and it was a perfect fit. But what remains outstanding to me is the the care and understanding support that he received. Each counsellor went above and beyond in my opinion to make him feel safe, nurtured and uniquely special. They understood his needs and were very receptive to information I needed to share about his issues. I cannot thank them enough." Grandparent, Summer Nature Camp 2017

"kids loved camp ... they spent the entire summer there. Counsellors are all friendly and are so positive. We have the trust that they have our kids best interest at heart. Keep up the great program and staff!" Parent, Summer Nature Camp 2017

"Our daughter loves attending summer camp at the Humber Arboretum. After attending for two weeks last year, she specifically asked to go back this year. She always has so much fun and learns a lot of new things. She has great things to say about all the counselors and activities. She has already asked to go back next summer. As parents, we love that she is out in nature all day, being active, and learning new things at the same time. Plus, it's an added bonus for us when we get to pick her up from such a beautiful and tranquil location." - Parent, Summer Nature Camp 2017

"We wanted to offer our son a camp that would keep him outdoors during the summer. Nature themed and educational, but fun as well. We have heard only amazing things for him. He absolutely loved his summer at the Arboretum camp and wants to come back next year. Thank you for providing a safe, nurturing and exciting camp for our child!" - Parent, Summer Nature Camp 2017

"My nephew, son & son's friend said it was the best camp ever. In fact, my nephew … who lives in Ottawa said he enjoyed it so much that he wants to come back next summer to go to that same camp.” – Kelly Z. (2016 Summer Camp)

Our experience with the summer camp at the Humber Arboretum was outstanding.  The programming successfully kept my rambunctious son engaged and little did he realize how much he learned.  My son is a regular participant of summer camps of all kinds, and months later he still talks about how great this camp was. Unlike the usual “nothing” response I’m accustomed to getting from him when I would ask him what he did that day, he would greet me at the end of each camp day full of excitement and eager to recount his experience.  The leaders created a welcoming and fun-filled environment, quickly making his first day jitters vanish.  I especially value that the setting nurtures a connection with nature, it exposes children to the post-secondary environment and the leaders serve as great role models for educational goal-setting.  By the second day of camp my son was telling me about what the various camp leaders were studying in school, paving the way for some great discussions about learning and careers. The summer camp at the Humber Arboretum is truly second to none.

" We can't say enough about the superb quality of your camp counsellors. Their energy and enthusiasm combined with warm nurturing support really helped Luca and Amelia's camp experience be superior to any other. It was three weeks they will never forget! We will definitely be returning next summer for more Arboretum fun"

My girls are thrilled with their first day of camp. Here's a wonderful testimonial form my daughter Lauren, "its better than a birthday party" (She had her birthday party at the Centre). Naturally I am thrilled about this.

At the Humber Arboretum nature camps the campers are immersed in the surrounding natural environment as it is the major focus of our camps. They are encouraged to explore the diversity of life that exist in our meadow,forest,ponds, wetland and river. One of the many ways we do this is by givin the campers the opportunity to become "Critter Crawlers" where they get down on all fours and explore the tiniest creatures the Arboretum has to offer!

"The kids went to bed and woke up each morning singing lively camp songs anxious to get to Humber to explore all the Arboretum has to offer. The nature activities:canoeing, fishing,hiking,games.crafts and activities were super fun,challenging and educational"