Camp Oconto Reviews 

I attended Camp Oconto for ten years from age seven to 16 and I now send my two daughters there. Oconto has offered myself and my daughters tremendous joy, friendship, and community. I gained indepe... Read full review

Oconto is an organization dedicated to lifting kids up and giving them confidence. The staff are extremely well trained and know how to make campers feel special and adored. The leaders prioritize connection with friends and w...

There are so many fantastic activities at Oconto - water activities, creative arts, expressive arts, rock wall, and many more. They offer canoe trips of various lengths which are challenging and rewarding for campers. They a...

I'm still in touch with camp friends. Camp is an incredibly bonding experience, both with fellow campers and with staff who become like big sisters and role models. I learned at camp what it feels like to have friends who acc...

I gained so much confidence at camp which I carry with me in my personal life and career. I learned that there are many ways to be a leader, including being a quiet leader. I am a better mother because of camp. I have more c...

Camp is an immense privilege that I wish all kids could enjoy. I think it's especially important these days with kids spending so much time on screens and being disconnected from nature. I can't say enough good things about ...

My daughter loves Camp Oconto. She is a very artsy kid and she loves crafts, dancing, performing, and singing with her friends at camp. She has learned to live in a vibrant community with girls and yo... Read full review

I was looking for an outdoor adventure camp in the wilderness like the one I grew up attending. While the costs of Oconto are high, I have made the sacrifices to prioritize camp as an important foundation for my kids. The ...

I love that swimming and canoeing are part of daily life at Oconto. My daughter spent her early years rock climbing at camp and later shifted more time to artistic pursuits. She loved playing a role in the musical this year. I...

My daughter has camp friendships that are strong and consistent year to year. They aren’t the closest bonds she has but that has been a great learning experience too. She can be friendly with everyone without having an exclu...

My daughter has learned so many skills at Camp Oconto. From collaborative problem-solving on canoe trips or in small group life, to dancing, singing, drawing and painting. She is a strong paddler now and though she is still ne...

I have been so impressed with the caliber of staff at Oconto. They are well trained, they are approachable and responsible and they lead by example. Every counsellor has been an excellent communicator. This is why my daughter ...

Oconto has a great packing list. After a few years, my daughter could pack her own bag for camp. She learned quickly how to create a cozy environment for herself at camp. She does not go over the top with glitz and glam and fe...

Trust that your kids will be well surrounded at camp. Every experience is rich with learning about life. Kids need to have new and different experiences to know themselves and what they are capable of. Camp Oconto is a gentle ...

Our daughter has been attending Camp Oconto for over a decade both as a camper and staff member. Summer is her favourite time of year. The traditional camp skills she has gained such as expertly paddl... Read full review

As an Oconto alumnae, Oconto was first on our list. Admittedly all my talk of days at camp likely influenced her decision. I felt confident sending her there as I knew safety was a top priority. Further, most of the staff had ...

There are so many options for campers to choose from when it comes to activities on both land and water. Staff who teach activities are skilled and qualified. Swimming lessons at camp are mandatory which I believe is extremely...

My child has made lifelong friends from camp. These are new girls outside of her friend groups from school or sports teams. I love that after every summer there are new camp friends added to the mix. I know the camp staff ar...

My daughter's swimming skills flourished at camp. She attained all of her life-saving qualifications and has used those skills during the year as a lifeguard and swim instructor. She also has the confidence in leading campers ...

The majority of the staff at Oconto have been long time campers as well. I think it speaks volumes that counsellors come back year after year. The Directors demonstrate how much they value the counsellors and in turn, the cou...

The packing list the camp provides is fairly thorough. Dress up is big at camp so packing fun costumes and accessories will always come in handy. In counselling a first-time camper I would tell them it was normal to miss hom...

If you are looking for a welcoming and supportive traditional camp for your daughter this is an excellent choice. Make sure to speak to the Camp Directors and go to one of their information sessions to familiarize yourself and...

Both of my daughters were nervous and apprehensive about going to camp the first time. After the first year, I will never forget picking them up and one of them didn't really want to come home! That w... Read full review

My sisters both went to this camp and my niece has gone for many years and is now the assistant director!! This camp has long-standing family memories for us so the choice was easy. We now see it as a place with incredible fac...

This camp is perfectly aligned with both of my daughter's interests - there are water-based activities, a good selection of creative arts, and wilderness canoe-tripping opportunities as well. They have put a great deal of effo...

Both girls have made new friends over the years and these friendships have grown and evolved over the years. It's been incredible to see how camp friends can become such great friends, even when you only see them for a month o...

This camp puts a great deal of emphasis on hard skills, particularly swimming and canoeing. They also have wonderful arts programs including pottery, special arts, drama, and arts & crafts. I think the canoe tripping and leade...

The Counsellors at this camp are nothing short of wonderful. They care about the kids and they prioritize having fun, being safe, and making sure everyone is included. Communication to parents was succinct and effective. There...

The packing list that the camp sends out is actually perfect. It's just the right amount of stuff, not too much and not too little. I would certainly recommend labelling everything you pack, as things get lost, and also packin...

I think camp is really beneficial for kids. It's important for them to step out of their daily mode and be able to immerse themselves in an environment outside of home. It's good for parents and it's good for kids to have some...