At Camp Kennebec, campers aged 6+ with Autism, ADHD, learning & social difficulties & other special needs have a great time, accomplish more than they ever expected, make new friends & create fabulous summer memories they deserve. Every day is a perfect blend of individual choice & 50+ waterfront, land, creative and artistic activities including horseback riding & water-skiing.
There are lots of camps that are inspiring, and Kennebec is at the top of that list. It is designed to support a range of special needs, though to do it in a way that doesn’t foreground them. Kids need support, yes, but the point here is to provide the support and then get on with all the things that camp can be. Says Donna Segal, “We just work so hard to give them a typical summer that every kid deserves at summer camp.” Love that. The staff is exceptional, too, in that it’s composed of post-secondary students and professional teachers who are attracted precisely by all the positive impacts that an environment like this can have in the life of a child. Per the hiring guidelines, staff must demonstrate empathy, a sense of humor, patience, and a strong desire to give the campers the summer of their lives. Love that, too. The campers have exceptionalities, but at camp, they aren’t exceptional, at least not in the way they can be in other environments. Here they are understand, and their talents are seen ahead their exceptionalities; their personalities ahead of their challenges. Kennebec is the very definition of what camp can do in the life of a child. 
The annual Our Kids Camp Expo, at Roy Thomson Hall, is a chance for families to meet 70+ camps of all stripes, such as day, overnight, adventure, sports, arts, and education.
May 25, 2019: 2019 Open House
Camp Kennebec, 1422 Cox Road, Arden, Ontario
Join us Saturday, May 25 from 11:00 am - 03:00 pm
Please come see our beautiful Camp and meet Donna, Rob & Elyse, see our facilities and learn more about our program. Going to camp can be a big, exciting and scary step in your child’s life. Often kids worry about small details that parents would not even consider important. Seeing camp and meeting head staff before the summer, helps minimize concerns about the unknown for campers and parents alike. We will host an open house at Camp for new families on Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 11:00 – 3:00, so your family can tour camp, ask questions and meet some of our head staff.
Donna, Rob & Elyse, Directors
We cannot wait to welcome your daughter or son to Camp Kennebec! Camp is meant to be fun- and we work very hard with our trained, professional staff to ensure that your child has the summer of their life! We accept a wide range of campers with exceptionalities and work with you to ensure we have an individual program that we can suit to your child's needs. Contact us today so we can start the conversation about your child and planning for their summer adventure at Kennebec!
Sleeping Accommodations
Amenities
Washrooms Facilities
Sports facilities
Landscape
Cost: $1,500 to $2,500 /week
Payment Options:
| Deposit required with acceptance | Yes |
| Credit card payment | Yes |
Discounts
| Discount for 2nd child | $250 |
