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Focus
Traditional (multi activity) -
Cost
$410 to $822/week -
Main language
English -
Ages (Gender)
7 to 18 (Coed, All Girls, All Boys) -
Capacity
100 to 160
IAWAH is a non-denominational Christian camp, 1 hour north of Kingston and 1.5 hours west of Ottawa. With 220 pristine acres of forest containing a beautiful network of trails, and 2.5 kilometres of shoreline on Wolfe Lake. IAWAH offers a multitude of exciting activities and a place for kids and youth to develop their faith, leadership skills, and confidence. Keep on growing.
IAWAH offers a camper bursary program (CampKids Bursary) to campers who are unable to attend for financial reasons.- Special needs: Not available
- LGBTQ+ friendly community
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Programs, Rates & Dates
Programs and Sessions Calendar
Camp IAWAH is all about helping our campers and guests feel free and safe to be themselves, explore God's great creation, and learn about who they are. We're excited to help campers build meaningful relationships and challenge themselves to try new things.
Camp IAWAH currently has 7 programs available.
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Ages: 14 - 15Overnight Camp
(Coed)CIT/LIT Program
$1,695Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 05-25 $1,695/3 weeks Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 19-Aug 08 $1,695/3 weeks Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 02-22 $1,695 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 05-08 $425/week Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 12-15 $425 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 19-22 $425 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 02-05 $425 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 09-12 $425 Ages: 8 - 10Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$850Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 05-11 $850/week Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 12-18 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 19-25 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 02-08 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 09-15 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 16-22 $850 Ages: 13 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)CIT/LIT Program
$1,695Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 05-19 $1,695/2 weeks Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 09-22 $1,695 Ages: 15 - 16Overnight Camp
(Coed)Leadership Training
$2,200/monthWestport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 05-Aug 01 $2,200/month Ages: 11 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$850Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 05-11 $850/week Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 12-18 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 19-25 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 03-08 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 09-15 $850 Westport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Aug 16-22 $850 Ages: 10 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Out-tripping
$850/weekWestport, ON
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2Jul 26-Aug 01 $850/week
Registration Details
- Online registration is currently open and spots are filling up quickly.
- Applications for financial support can be made through our CampKids program (application can be accessed through the registration system)
- There are a variety of ways to pay your fees, including monthly credit card deductions, and e-transfers.
Financial Aid & Payment Details
Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance Yes Credit card payment Yes Discounts
Discount for 2nd child $50 Discount for 3rd child $50 Discount for 4th child $50 Scholarships & awards:
Total annual scholarship fund: $450 CAD-
CampKids Fund
Type: Need basedAmount: 50% Deadline: June 15, 2022 annually
Age: 5 to 17
Details: Submit form
Application Details: Family demographic / household income / explanation of need
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Reviews & Insider Perspectives
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Watch our Parent interview with Patricia Kaiser to hear firsthand what children experience and how they grow at Camp IAWAH.
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Meet the Staff
Staff and Counsellors
All of our summer staff have completed a minimum of grade 11, and many returning staff are immersed in post-secondary education. Each staff member participates in a minimum of an intense week-long training program. Staff in leadership roles participate in additional weeks of training.
These staff are supported by professional adult volunteers (medical staff) and a group of full-time staff who have been working in the Camping ministry for decades. -
Location & Operations
Address
304 IAWAH Rd., RR 2, Godfrey, Ontario, K0H 1T0, Canada
Property Details
Sports facilities
- Archery Range
- Basketball Court
- Climbing Wall
- Gymnasium
- Rope Course
- Soccer Field
Landscape
- Beach
- Forested Area
- Lake/Pond/River
- Nature Trails
- Open Field
More details about property: With over 200 acres of land and 2.5 kms of shoreline the IAWAH grounds are a wonder to explore. Our mountain bike and hiking trails take you past a beaver pond, through a maple sugar bush and over parts of the Canadian shield.
Is your property accessible for persons with disabilities? https://iawah.com/accessibility/
Accommodations
Sleeping Accommodations
- Cabins
- Dorm or Building
- Platform Tent
Amenities
- Electricity in Sleeping Area
- Shower in Sleeping Area
- Toilet in Sleeping Area
Washrooms Facilities
- Flush Toilets
- Outhouses
- Showers (indoor)
More details about accommodations: Campers stay in a variety of different accommodations depending on their program and age. All accommodations have electricity and washroom facilities nearby.
Are meals provided? Yes. IAWAH is known for its food. With three hearty meals full of choice and a fun evening snack, even the pickiest eaters will leave the dining hall with a full belly. In addition, our kitchen works hard to accommodate dietary needs and allergies. We commonly serve, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Peanut & Tree nut allergies, as well as many others. Feel free to contact our Food Services Coordinator to see how we can accommodate your child's dietary needs.
Is Camp IAWAH technology free? Throughout summer camps, the use of technology is restricted for campers and staff to develop an experience of nature and personal development. IAWAH abides by Plan To Protect policy helping to insure the protection of campers and staff.
Rentals & Services
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Iawah is a great place to host your school!
Interested in having a great outdoor education experience? Our experienced staff make it easy to facilitate leadership development, extensive team challenges, sessions, meals, and break away spaces.
Schools often choose IAWAH as their end of year celebration destination. We offer one-day and multi-day experiences to suit your schools needs and budget.Available for private rentals: Yes
IAWAH provides comfortable lodging and delicious meals to an array of groups and guests. We help you figure out the correct needs of your event and provide quality service the whole way. Iawah is the perfect space for your next event, if you are looking to be surrounded by pristine natural beauty. Whether you are looking to host a conference for your organization or hold a family reunion, IAWAH will make you feel comfortable and welcome. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about our facilities or available dates.Associations
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Stories
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Letting Go at the Camp Gate: Why it's Okay if Your Child Doesn't Eat Broccoli This week
It was Sunday afternoon check-in, and camp was buzzing—Campers backpacks tumbled out of trunks and parents offered last-minute instructions like air traffic controllers as though their kids were flying internationally instead of spending a week at summer camp.
“Don’t forget to brush.”
“Don’t lose that hat.”
“Be kind. Even to your sister.”
A grey minivan pulled up, doors fly open. Out jumps a lanky 10-year-old with a crooked grin, socked feet in sandals, and a ballcap worn backwards. His mom climbs out a beat behind him, already clutching a fistful of notes—laminated.
“I just—could I talk to his cabin leader?” she asked, eyes scanning for a purple staff shirt.
Sunshine, a wiry 18-year-old whose name matched his attitude, jogs over.
“Hey! I’m Sunshine. You must be Jaxon.”
The boy grinned. “That’s me.”
“Awesome. You’re in Sky Pilot—the best cabin. Obviously.”
Jaxon peels off to high-five a fellow camper, and his mom turns to Sunshine, her voice dropping.
“So, it’s just… the food. He’s picky. Like, really picky. He won’t eat things that touch. He says he’s allergic to mushrooms—he’s not—it’s more of a moral stance.”
Sunshine nods, that same solemn head-tilt staff reserve for thunder warnings.
“I totally get it,” he says. “Honestly, camp food’s decent. Lots of options. But also—he’ll eat if he’s hungry. We run ‘em hard out here.”
She laughs nervously. Pauses. Blinks.
“I know, I know. I just… he’s never been away this long before.”
And then Sunshine, who had only recently learned to do his laundry, looks her straight in the eye and says:
“We’ll take good care of him. Promise.”
And he meant it.
What You’re Really Dropping Off
When parents pull up to IAWAH, they’re not just dropping off bug spray and sleeping bags. They’re handing over something heavier: trust.
They’re trusting a group of barely-older teens to watch over their child. To protect them, yes—but also to challenge them, guide them, grow them. To help them stretch into themselves.
The parents are stepping back so their child can step forward.
Formation in Disguise
Camp is full of sneaky lessons—formation wrapped in fun.
Cabin leaders like Sunshine aren’t babysitters in bucket hats. They’re the big siblings your kid didn’t know they needed. They teach kids how to sweep a cabin floor and sweep aside fears. They cheer at the top of their lungs when someone passes their swim test. They quietly remember to serve the pasta with the sauce on the side.
They walk with kids through homesickness and beachside chats. They model grace and grit. They pray in quiet moments and loud ones. They’re not perfect—but they care.
The Tough Work of Letting Go
At IAWAH, we believe the gospel shows up in the ordinary. In mismatched socks and mosquito bites. In cabin cleanup and whispered prayers.
And sometimes, the toughest thing a parent can do is… let go.
To wave from the gravel lot, wipe your eyes behind your sunglasses, and drive away trusting that the same God who walks with your child at home is walking with them here—through the laughter, the homesick moments, and yes… even through mushrooms. -
Our child loved camp
"It was our first time sending the kids to a sleep away camp. They were apprehensive before going but now they can't stop talking about it. They found the right balance of activities, instruction, free time, and fun. They loved the food and the best is that they are more open to talk about their faith and values."
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Letting Go at the Camp Gate: Why it's Okay if Your Child Doesn't Eat Broccoli This week
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