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Kandalore
Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, K0M1J2
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Type:Overnight camp, Family programs
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Focus:Traditional (multi activity)
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Cost:$2,780/2 weeks
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Ages:6 to 16
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Gender:Coed
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Main language:English
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Capacity:290
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Programs:0 available; 1 TBD
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Summary Profile
About Kandalore
Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For more than 74 years, Kandalore has given campers (6-16 years of age) the chance to get to know and be themselves fully. We've created a warm and supportive family environment where kids can express their individuality, grow in self-confidence and build lifelong friendships. Camper Sessions are 1, 2, and 4 weeks long. Leadership programs for 16 & 17 year olds are 1 or 2 months long.
COVID-19 Response
With the safety and well-being of our community foremost in our mind, we have had to make the extremely difficult decision to significantly reduce our program offerings for this summer. To the extent that Kandalore is permitted to operate and can deliver its programs safely and responsibly, we have developed updated 2021 Summer Programs that we believe provide the best odds to involve the most campers and staff, and to focus on sustaining and developing Kandalore’s future leaders.
By July, COVID-19 projections suggest that cases will not be low enough to operate a traditional in-camp program safely. To mitigate this risk, we will only be welcoming our LIT Hybrid and Explorer campers to camp as of mid-July to prepare for their Explorer trips.
For August, the modelling suggests that cases will be lower, hopefully sufficiently low enough to permit more campers on site. Conditions and space permitting, Kandalore will operate our LIT program, a four-week session for Senior and Inter campers, as well as a one-week session for our PJ campers (born 2010-2015).
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Programs, Rates & Dates
Programs and Sessions Calendar
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Kandalore currently has 0 program available; 1 TBD.
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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 6 - 16
Skiing/Snowboarding$1,090/weekMinden, ON
1143 Kandalore RoadDate TBD Cost TBD
Financial Aid & Payment Details
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Deposit required with acceptance Yes Credit card payment Yes -
Insider Reviews & Perspectives
The Our Kids review of Kandalore
Founded more than 70 years ago, the Kandalore program is firmly based in the traditions of camping in Canada, as well as the traditions unique to the camp. All-camp campfires bookend the camper experience, including the Chapter Fire, a signature event held at the end of each month. There’s a lot of whimsy, too, such as the regatta, a day-long program held each session. Those things, and many more, contribute to a camp culture that is vibrant, active, inclusive, and fun. There are some very nice cross-generational programs, including Fairy Night, when senior girls dress up and visit the youngest campers to surprise them with a girls-only campfire. It’s as charming as it is affective. Leadership seeks to provide appropriate challenges, including canoe trips, as a cornerstone of the program, through which campers can build confidence in themselves and in their ability to work with others toward a common goal.
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Location & Site Details
Address
1143 Kandalore Road, Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, K0M 1J2, Canada
Accommodations
Sleeping Accommodations
- Cabins
Amenities
- Electricity in Sleeping Area
Washrooms Facilities
- Composting Toilets
- Flush Toilets
- Showers (indoor)
Are meals provided? Yes
Is Kandalore technology free? Yes Kandalore is a screen free environment.
Property Details
Sports facilities
- Archery Range
- Basketball Court
- Climbing Wall
- Rope Course
- Soccer Field
Landscape
- Forested Area
- Lake/Pond/River
- Nature Trails
- Open Field
More details about property: For more than 70 years, Camp Kandalore has created a camp experience like no other, steeped in tradition, but always fresh. Today, we offer campers more than 30 different in-camp activities, from high ropes and pottery to water skiing.
Rentals & Services
Offers children's birthday party packages: Yes
Kandalore’s visiting participant and supervisor costs are based on a daily rate. A full-day includes three meals and an evening snack, accommodation, four activity blocks, all activity programming, and Kandalore staffing. Most groups that visit Kandalore participate in a two full-day program (two nights and three days).
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Suitable for students from Grade 5 to university, Kandalore Outdoor Recreation and Education promotes teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills. It encourages students to appreciate the natural environment, feel good about themselves, and be open to others.
Available for private rentals: Yes
Looking for a customized program for your business or organization? We will also help you plan and prepare for Kandalore Outdoor Recreation and Education. Our trained and experienced staff members lead the Kandalore Outdoor Recreation and Education program so that you’re free to participate fully.
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What's New
Director's Message
Janice Greenshields, Director
BA, BEdThere are countless benefits to sending your camper to Camp Kandalore. Our parents see great value in the soft skills which are taught and social and emotional growth that our campers return home with at the end of their camp stay. Our camp experience helps to provide campers with growth in independence, care and respect for others and the opportunity to build self-esteem and self-confidence.
Our staff absolutely love watching our campers develop their hard skills over the course of the summer. The campers find so much pride and accomplishment when finally accomplishing a skill they have been working so hard to achieve. Whether they hit their first bullseye in archery, mastered their J stroke at canoeing, completed their first deep water roll in kayaking or learned how to get up on waterskis – each day brings new challenges and new accomplishments.
In the News
May 13, 2021
Summer 2021 COVID-19 Update
With the safety and well-being of our community in mind, we have had to make the decision to reduce our program offerings for this summer.... Read More
Stories
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Learning to Solo
Campers take part in daily swim and canoe classes where they can work on their levels and prepare for their canoe trip!
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Bulls-Eye!
Archery is one of our most popular activities!
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Checking Sign-Up Sheets
Each Night campers sit down with their counsellor and select their own individual program for the next day! All Kandalore instructional classes are taught in single-sex classes of the same age. Campers have over 20 activities to choose from over the course of their stay at camp!
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Climbing at Kandalore
Kandalore offers 4 different climbing experiences! First take on the challenge of our 3 story indoor climbing wall, then move out to our 3 outdoor natural rock climbing areas, you can also give our 65 foot tandem swing a shot and for a new challenge you can try out high ropes challenge course!
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Learning to Solo
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