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Cost
$1,900 to $2,975/week -
Main language
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Ages (Gender)
6 to 35 (Coed) -
Capacity
100 to 110
For 60 years, Camp Kennebec campers ages 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 and artistic activities including horseback riding & ziplining.
- Special needs: Yes, specialized support. Most campers have special needs.
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Programs and Sessions Calendar
At Kennebec we specialize in celebrating each campers uniqueness, allowing our campers to be themselves in a safe and supportive environment. With a 2:1, camper to staff ratio; there is a lot of individual support to go around. We work with our campers, their families and their support teams at home to ensure a successful time at camp. Implementing any strategies that might help our campers while they are at camp and before arriving.
Camp Kennebec currently has 8 programs available.
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Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Jul 04 $2,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 05-11 $2,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 12-18 $2,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 19-25 $2,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 26-Aug 01 $2,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadAug 02-08 $2,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadAug 09-15 $2,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadAug 16-22 $2,975 Ages: 6 - 18+Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$5,400Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Jul 11 $5,400 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 05-18 $5,400 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 12-25 $5,400 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 19-Aug 01 $5,400 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 26-Aug 08 $5,400 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadAug 02-15 $5,400 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadAug 09-22 $5,400 Ages: 6 - 18+Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$7,100Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Jul 18 $7,100 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 05-25 $7,100 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 12-Aug 01 $7,100 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 19-Aug 08 $7,100 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 26-Aug 15 $7,100 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadAug 02-22 $7,100 Ages: 6 - 18+Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$8,975Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Jul 25 $8,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 05-Aug 01 $8,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 12-Aug 08 $8,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 19-Aug 15 $8,975 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 26-Aug 22 $8,975 Ages: 6 - 18+Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$10,950Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Aug 01 $10,950 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 05-Aug 08 $10,950 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 12-Aug 15 $10,950 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 19-Aug 22 $10,950 Ages: 6 - 18+Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$12,450Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Aug 08 $12,450 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 05-Aug 15 $12,450 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 12-Aug 22 $12,450 Ages: 6 - 18+Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$13,950Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Aug 15 $13,950 Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJul 05-Aug 22 $13,950 Ages: 6 - 18+Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$15,200Sharbot Lake, ON
1422 Cox RoadJun 28-Aug 22 $15,200
Registration Details
Our fees are in Canadian dollars and include all lodging, meals, laundry, tuck and special group activities. Our eight-week camp season starts on Sunday, June 29th and runs until Saturday, August 23, 2025. All camp sessions start on Sunday and end on Saturday. To avoid disappointment and secure the weeks that you would like, please apply as early as you can. We typically have wait lists, especially for our boys’ cabins.
Please note, due to high camper application volume, you may find that certain weeks appear not to be available in our system when you apply. We hope that you can make another session work for your prospective Kennebecer. We invite you to email the camp office at [email protected].
Financial Aid & Payment Details
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Reviews & Insider Perspectives
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OUR KIDS review of Camp Kennebec
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.
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Director's Message
We cannot wait to welcome your camper to Camp Kennebec! Camp is meant to be fun- and we work very hard with our trained, exceptional 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 campers needs. Contact us today so we can start the conversation about your child and planning for their summer adventure at Kennebec!
Staff and Counsellors
We are fortunate to have a core group of well-trained, dedicated individuals who have been at Camp for years. Our kind, caring and experienced head staff members are professionals who create and perpetuate the warm, caring and fun Kennebec community that leads to success. Our counselor team includes teachers, educational assistants, child and youth care workers as well as university and college students enrolled in a variety of programs. All staff must pass criminal and personal reference checks, and a series of in-depth interviews. In addition, they take part in an intensive week of training prior to the start of camp.
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Location & Operations
Address
1422 Cox Road, Arden, Ontario, K0H 1B0, Canada
Accommodations
Sleeping Accommodations
- Cabins
Amenities
- Electricity in Sleeping Area
- Toilet in Sleeping Area
Washrooms Facilities
- Flush Toilets
- Showers (indoor)
More details about accommodations: Campers sleep in cabins setback from the lake for safety, but with a lakefront view. Cabins usually house 10 campers and staff and are dormitory-style with bunk beds, cubbies and shelves for camper’s personal effects. There are washrooms with hot and cold water in each cabin and a shower house, with private stalls nearby.
Are meals provided? Yes.
Is Camp Kennebec technology free? We allow campers and families to choose if electronics should be brought to camp for your camper! However, some of our campers do carry assistive technology with them or find the use of a tablet or a gaming device a great way to decompress during down time in the cabin. Technology used for gaming or fun is always left in the cabin and can be locked in a lockbox we provide at camp - we still want campers to enjoy the outdoors and everything camp has to offer!
Rentals & Services
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
At Camp Kennebec, we’re experts at hosting college, university, youth and religious groups, family reunions, yoga or nature retreats and friends’ getaways. In fact, many of our groups return year after year and tell us that we’re the best summer camp rental they’ve ever had.
We can take care of everything you need including providing expert staff to run activities and cook all your meals, or you and your group can handle the program by yourselves — it’s all up to youAvailable for private rentals: Yes
Camp is available for rent from May to mid-June and from late-August to mid-October. Just tell us how long you want to stay!Associations
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Stories
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Esther and Sheldon S.
Dear Kennebec
We realize the enormity of knowing all the various problems and personalities of all the campers in order to make the summer
successful for everyone. Not only do we commend you all on doing this but what we really feel good about is that you all seem to appreciate Joey for his sweet demeanour. He is a great kid who really tries his hardest to please. It is lovely that you all see that!
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Janice G.
Dear Kennebec
Only a few days and David will be arriving at camp. He is really excited and looking forward to a great month. Thank you all so much for all that you do. We really appreciate your caring and patience with our son. Have a great summer.
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Lynn O.
Dear Kennebec
Thank you all so much for your caring and support. We really do feel that Emma was very successful in her time there and has certainly brought home memories that she will cherish for some time to come. Eric and I are so impressed and touched by the haven that you've created for special kids like Emma and for your personal dedication in helping each to be successful in their own way.
Please convey our thanks and appreciation to Steve and everyone who was involved in Emma's stay with you this summer.
Thank you.
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Susan K.
I felt driven to send a little note thanking you for the extremely enjoyable experience I had at Kennebec last week. I was completely bowled over by what I saw as a passionate, fun, life-affirming, positive environment that you have provided for kids who ordinarily would not get to experience that in one place. I had no idea what to expect - myself with little camping experience and of course I only hoped Ellen would show you her high potential as she had shown us at school this year. I think it is incredible that this place exists solely on the dedication and support of a loyal and talented staff. I don't mean to romanticize it - it's true. Some things you can't fake. Staff sweating their buns off to provide such amazing opportunities for these special children are to be commended. Thank you and my hopes and wishes extend for a continued safe and happy summer.
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Esther and Sheldon S.
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