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Circle Square Ranch is a Christian summer camp offering memorable overnight and day camps. We specialize in offering a multi-level horsemanship program – with decades of experience teaching everyone from total beginners to advanced riders. Aside from the barn, campers can enjoy swimming, high/low ropes, climbing, archery, campfires, tomahawks and many other activities instructed by passionate and qualified leaders. We offer dynamic leadership programs for ages 13 -16. Our programs, including age-appropriate Bible discussions, are designed to give campers opportunities to grow spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically. We are prioritizing safety and excited to have campers join us again.
The 2020/21 Experience at InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River
We can't wait to be back on horses and with campers.
If 2020 has taught us one thing, it's that we need to stay flexible. As a result, we've: -delayed registration -planned with flexibility in mind -updated health and safety protocols -explored reduction in camper capacity -modified activities
Safety and training have always been a priority for us, but in 2021, they take on a new dimension. Here is what we are doing to ensure camper safety: -public health guidelines will be met or exceeded -staff training will include enhanced health and safety training -contact tracing protocols may be initiated -COVID-19 and symptom management and care measures will be established.
We are looking forward to creatively welcoming campers back on 2021. We will keep camper families and registrants updated as plans progress.
View recent COVID-19 updates from InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; currently 21 programs available; 5 TBD.
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Overnight Camp
Coed Ages: 8 - 12 Traditional (multi activity)
$610
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Coed Ages: 8 - 13 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
$995
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Coed Ages: 8 - 15 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
$695
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Coed Ages: 15 - 16 CIT/LIT Program
$1,050
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Coed Ages: 6 - 10 Traditional (multi activity)
$295
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Coed Ages: 10 - 13 Traditional (multi activity)
$330
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Overnight Camp
All Girls Ages: 7 - 13 Traditional (multi activity)
$595 to $610
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All Girls Ages: 9 - 15 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
$995
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All Girls Ages: 8 - 15 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
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All Girls Ages: 14 - 15 Leadership training
$525
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Coed Ages: 7 - 14 Traditional (multi activity)
$610
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Coed Ages: 11 - 14 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
$995
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All Boys Ages: 14 - 15 Leadership training
$525
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Coed Ages: 14 - 15 Leadership training
$595
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Coed Ages: 5 - 9 Traditional (multi activity)
$240
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Coed Ages: 9 - 13 Traditional (multi activity)
$265 to $330
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Coed Ages: 13 - 15 Traditional (multi activity)
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Coed Ages: 13 - 15 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
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Coed Ages: 13 - 15 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
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All Girls Ages: 11 - 15 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
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Coed Ages: 9 - 13 Horseback Riding/Equestrian
$330
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Coed Ages: 6 - 10 Traditional (multi activity)
$290
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All Girls Ages: 10 - 13 Traditional (multi activity)
$325
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Overnight Camp
Coed Ages: 6 - 9 Traditional (multi activity)
$490
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Coed Ages: 14 - 15 Leadership training
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All Girls Ages: 6 - 9 Traditional (multi activity)
$490
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InterVarstiy Circle Square Ranch Grand River was founded in the 1970s as a program of Crossroads Christian Communications TV program, Circle Square. The popularity of the show created an initial interest in the camp programs, though in time the quality of the camps themselves were the draw independent of it. In 2011 Circle Square was bought by InterVarsity, becoming one of nine camps that organization runs across the country. Begun 1929, the InterVarsity camps contribute to the goal of creating unique opportunities to bring young people together around the personal challenges that a camp setting can provide. At camp kids unplug and turn their attention to the community they find there. The activities facilitate a greater understanding of campers’ talents and abilities, as well as the Christian values that inform the programming. The equestrian programs at Circle Square date back to the camp’s founding four decades ago; as strong as ever, they are a particular draw for many of the families that enrol here.
Again, I found the explore counselors to be energetic, extremely welcoming and deliberate in their attempts to get to know my daughter (And my son who wasn't even a camper yet) and us as parents. They made sure to welcome ... Read More
I love that my children get a variety of activities. To me Circle Square Ranch is what summer is all about. Being outside, riding, meeting friends, swimming, crafts and being with and learning about God.
My kids absolutely adore attending CSR. This is our second year and just like last year they are already excited to come back again next year.
Steve and Andrea Richardson, Executive Directors
Steve and Andrea Richardson have worked at Circle Square Ranch since 1993, becoming co-directors in 1999. They live on the camp property and are raising their family here. Steve and Andrea bring a wealth of camp experience, including horsemanship, administration, program development, and site maintenance and development expertise. They love kids, love God, and love creating community.
Email Steve at [email protected]
Email Andrea at [email protected]
Sleeping Accommodations
Amenities
Washrooms Facilities
More details about accommodations: Campers in our Discovery, Horse Lovers, & Leadership Camps will sleep in our lodge, cabins, bunkie, or covered wagon facilities. Upon arrival, we will let you know where your child will be staying. Placements are determined based on age, friend requests, and several other factors. The lodge is one of the potential accommodations for our female campers and is comprised of 2 large open-concept rooms each holding 16 campers and 2 counselors, 2 smaller rooms each holding 9 campers, and 2 washrooms. The lodge sleeping areas include bunk beds, mattresses, and electricity. Bathrooms in the lodge are complete with showers, electricity, running water, and flushable toilets. Cabins and a Bunkie are used for male and female campers during the summer. Each cabin accommodates up to 9 campers and 1 counselor, the Bunkie accommodates 7 campers and 1 counselor. Cabins include bunk beds, mattresses, and electricity. Nearby bathrooms are complete with showers, electricity, running water, and flushable toilets. Our unique covered wagons are one of the other types of accommodations that some of our male campers and some of our female Leadership Camp participants sleep in. Each wagon holds up to 7 campers and 1 counselor, and includes bunk beds, mattress, and electricity. Nearby bathrooms are complete with showers, electricity, running water, and flushable toilets.
Are meals provided? Yes
Is InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River technology free? Yes
Sports facilities
Landscape
More details about property: Circle Square Ranch is a home away from home for our summer campers and an adventurous getaway for schools & groups year-round. Our well established facility includes several buildings such as a large dining hall, lodge, cabins, meeting areas and more. All activities are just a short walk away from the central eating and sleeping facilities. With an expansive, natural property there is much to enjoy and discover!
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Come for the day, or come for the week! Circle Square Ranch has versatile lodging and programming options. We can customize your stay so your school group has the perfect trip. See more details at https://www.csranchgrandriver.ca/year-round/
Available for private rentals: Yes
Our year-round, winterised facilities are available for group bookings from September through June following our Summer Camp Programs. Book your experience today! See more details at https://www.csranchgrandriver.ca/year-round/
Cost: $240 to $995 /week
Payment Options:
| Deposit required with acceptance | Yes |
| Credit card payment | Yes |
Scholarships & awards:
Circle Square Ranch Scholarship Program
| Amount: 80% | Deadline: June 01, 2021 annually |
Camp is the perfect place to develop leadership skills.
Our leadership development camps help young people to determine what they enjoy, identify skills, and recognize areas that they need to develop.
Being given the opportunity to lead in a supportive environment is a crucial ingredient to our success.
Be sure to check out our leadership opportunities.
Crew Camps for ages 14-15
Leadership in Training for ages 15-16
Volunteer Opportunities for ages 16+
Is it smuck the staff or schmuck the staff?
Either way, Circle Square Ranch staff and volunteers have been getting whip cream pies to the face every week for the last three decades.
It's always a highlight of the week when campers play an elaborate game of hide and seek with the staff. The sounds of laughter, squeals of delight, and campers asking each other, "Did you catch anyone?" can be heard all over the campground.
The staff are good sports, and at least 20 get a whip cream pie to the face every week.
It's definitely a camp favourite....now we just have to figure out what it's called.
It's our birthday! 35 years and 20,000 + campers!
Founded in 1985, Brantford Circle Square Ranch is part of a network of nine Inter-Varsity Camps across Canada.
Over the past 35 years, we have welcomed more than 20,000 + campers to our 135 acres of beautiful, rolling countryside in southern Ontario. We offer many activities including horseback riding, swimming, high ropes and zip line, archery, skateboarding, campfires and Bible studies.
During the summer months, we offer both residential and day camps for children and youth between the ages of 5 and 16. In this camp community, where leadership and faith development is encouraged, children and youth are comfortable asking tough questions about life and faith. We believe that faith in Jesus Christ and an understanding of God’s love leads to a life full of purpose and meaning.
Camp is a fun and safe place for campers to make new friends, experience new things, develop skills and challenge themselves to grow and change. We promise, it will be the highlight of their summer.
February 2, 2021
Excited to Welcome Campers Again
We are hopefully anticipating a great summer. ... Read More
November 20, 2019
3 UNEXPECTED BENEFITS OF REGISTERING EARLY FOR CAMP
The standard benefits of registering early for summer camp are pretty awesome, But are those the only benefits? ... Read More
November 22, 2017
Registration is Open for 2020!
Early bird registration is open! Save money by applying early!... Read More
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