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Focus
Traditional (multi activity) -
Cost
$709 to $829/week -
Main language
English -
Ages (Gender)
8 to 18 (Coed) -
Capacity
420
Jump into the adventure and let friendship fill each day! What makes a week so special? An amazing staff dedicated to helping kids discover what real life is all about... not to mention the 75+ activities, All Star Games, Q-Town, Qwanoes Beach, leadership training, and the indescribable Qwanoes spirit! Choose from overnight camps, weekend retreats, and youth leadership programs.
- Special needs: Not available
- Religious affiliation: Christian
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Programs, Rates & Dates
Programs and Sessions Calendar
The heart of Qwanoes is a heart for kids. We seek to welcome kids to the highlight of their year. The difference is noticeable the moment you arrive… a special atmosphere of fun and caring sparked by an enthusiastic staff team. We are committed to standards of the highest quality and are constantly striving to improve our service. We seek to provide you the greatest value. Our goal is that your child will have an unforgettable week that will change their life forever!
Camp Qwanoes currently has 15 programs available.
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Ages: 11 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$673 to $738Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Jun 27-Jul 03 $673 - $738 Ages: 13 - 15Overnight Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Out-tripping, Kayaking/Sea Kayaking
$829Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Jun 27-Jul 02 $829 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$715 to $780Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Jul 05-10 $715 - $780 Ages: 14 - 16Overnight Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Out-tripping, Kayaking/Sea Kayaking
$783Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Jul 05-10 $783 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$769 to $790Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Jul 19-24 $769 - $790 Ages: 13 - 15Overnight Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Out-tripping, Kayaking/Sea Kayaking
$829Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Jul 19-24 $829 Ages: 11 - 13Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$759 to $790Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Aug 02-07 $759 - $790 Ages: 14 - 16Overnight Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Out-tripping, Kayaking/Sea Kayaking
$829Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Aug 02-07 $829 Ages: 12 - 15Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$769 to $795Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Aug 09-14 $769 - $795 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$769 to $795Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Aug 23-28 $769 - $795 Ages: 15 - 18Overnight Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Out-tripping, Kayaking/Sea Kayaking
$829Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Aug 23-28 $829 Ages: 15 - 18Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$762 to $805Vancouver Island, BC
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road)Aug 30-Sep 05 $762 - $805
Registration Details
Registration for all our 2025 programs will open on January 4, 2025 at 9am! Please register online at qwanoes.ca/register. An information package will be emailed upon receipt of registration and is available on our registration portal. People from all backgrounds are welcome and campers from Vancouver Island, Greater Vancouver, across southwestern B.C. and beyond come to camps at Qwanoes each year. For more info, please see qwanoes.ca/summer.
Financial Aid & Payment Details
Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance Yes Credit card payment Yes -
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Meet the Staff
Director's Message
Dear Parent,
The heart of Qwanoes is a heart for kids. And we would love to welcome your child to the highlight of their year!
You'll notice the difference the moment you arrive - a special atmosphere of fun and caring sparked by an enthusiastic staff team. Our tradition of excellence continues as this summer we hope to welcome over 4,000 campers of widely varied backgrounds.
Qwanoes is a youth-oriented, high-adventure, non-profit Christian overnight camp situated on 55 acres of magnificent scenic waterfront property on Vancouver Island. We are committed to standards of the highest quality and are constantly striving to improve our service. The health and safety of your child is of highest priority!
Returning campers will discover new activities, new programs... and all-new adventures. No summer is ever the same at Qwanoes! We are committed to providing you the greatest value.
Qwanoes children's and youth camps have grown for the past 35 summers, and yet we still offer one of the lowest camper-to-staff ratios.
As a Christian camp, we incorporate biblical principles into all programs. Qwanoes is an ideal setting for life-changing, fun-filled adventure and a wise investment in your child's life. Campers who arrive at camp just looking for fun will discover far more - like new-found friends, newly acquired skills, real love, and a caring environment.
Our goal is that your child will have not just the greatest week of their life, but an unforgettable week that will change their life forever!
Scott Bayley, Executive DirectorStaff and Counsellors
Qwanoes’ core leadership team has over 175 combined years of leadership experience you can trust. And our summer staff sets Qwanoes apart! These predominantly young adults and college students from across BC, Canada, and a dozen other countries are chosen after a rigorous application and screening process (including a Criminal Record Check). Pre-summer staff training is provided. Fully certified lifeguards supervise Qwanoes Beach activities. Our camper/counselor ratio averages 6 to 1 and many cabins have both a senior and junior counselor (all overseen by our experienced head counseling team). The camper/staff ratio overall is a low 2 to 1. Our staff’s enthusiastic spirit is contagious and they can’t wait to share a week with you!
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Location & Operations
Address
Box 250 (1148 Smith Road), Crofton, British Columbia, V0R 1R0, Canada
Busing
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Camp Qwanoes (Bus fee: Ferry fee, but no charge for the bus.)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal 1 Ferry Causeway, Delta, BC, Canada 5:15 pm 11:00 am
Property Details
Sports facilities
- Archery Range
- Basketball Court
- Climbing Wall
- Rope Course
- Soccer Field
Landscape
- Beach
- Forested Area
- Nature Trails
- Open Field
More details about property: Camp Qwanoes is situated on 55 acres of naturally stunning ocean-front property at the edge of Maple Mountain on the east coast of Vancouver Island about one hour north of Victoria, British Columbia. Facilities include the Sky Ridge Lodge, Pacific Woods Lodge, Club Coco, the Q-Town Activity Centre, seven cabin villages, the Tuck Shop, camp store, Ice Cream Island, Shave Ice Palace, Dockside Cantina, Qwanoes Beach, the Above & Beyond Challenge Course, a concrete skatepark, RC Speedway track, mountain bike trails and terrain park, sport court, volleyball court, a guest house, and much more.
Accommodations
Sleeping Accommodations
- Cabins
Washrooms Facilities
- Flush Toilets
- Showers (indoor)
More details about accommodations: Summer campers stay in cabent-style cabins surrounded by tall trees in our seven villages, with each village made up of similar age groups. Modern washrooms, including hot water and showers, are centrally located in buildings and cabin village areas.
Are meals provided? Yes.
Is Camp Qwanoes technology free? Campers are not permitted to have phones at camp... it helps create a safe, stress-reduced, and distraction-free atmosphere.
Rentals & Services
Available for private rentals: Yes
What makes an event at Qwanoes so special...
• Facilities: A very special setting! Nestled at the base of Maple Mountain in a sheltered private bay, enjoy our magnificent scenic waterfront setting on Vancouver Island in the Gulf Islands.
• Program: Stretch, defy gravity and put your bravery to the test in the Challenge Course. Enjoy land activity options like Outdoor Laser Tag, Archery, Escape Room, or go hiking on Maple Mountain.
• Services Offered: From a personal guest group host to our food services staff...we are all dedicated to making your event the success you want it to be.
Please contact our Guest Group Coordinator at [email protected] for more info.Associations
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Camp Qwanoes (Bus fee: Ferry fee, but no charge for the bus.)
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What's New
Stories
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I Would Not Be Who I Am Today
“This program changed my life... I would not be who I am today without the impact of CIT and each summer I have spent at Qwanoes!"
www.qwanoes.ca/leadership/cit/
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10/10 Would Recommend Coming
"Words cannot describe how amazing this place is... The staff have this amazing love for kids and many come from all over the world, to participate in the mission of making kids feel loved and valued. This year I'm planning on doing the CIT program, and cannot wait to hopefully give the same experience to my campers as my counselors have given to me...10/10 would recommend coming."
www.qwanoes.ca/leadership/stepout.php
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Making Kids Feel Special
“What an exciting welcome to such as great camp! You guys do an amazing job of making kids feel special.”
www.qwanoes.ca
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Beyond Excited
“I'm actually so excited I can't even handle it right now. This camp is my life.”
www.qwanoes.ca
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Making a Difference
"I loved the passion... and energy... and focus on Christ. The focus is on making a difference in lives and I loved that."
www.qwanoes.ca/staff
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A Place To Gain A Vision For Life
"I came here because of the skiing and wakeboarding and stuff but I discovered so much more. I found hope! I discovered a vision for my life. It has been amazing."
www.qwanoes.ca
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I Would Not Be Who I Am Today
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