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Cost
$350 to $6,925/session -
Main language
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Ages (Gender)
4 to 18 (Coed) -
Capacity
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With 147 years of outdoor education experience, LCS offers a dynamic blend of summer adventure and learning for campers and students ages 4 to 18. Whether you’re looking for a traditional day and overnight camps full of outdoor fun or an enriching academic experience through our Summer Academy, our programs are designed to challenge, inspire, and engage. Set on our stunning 315-acre waterfront campus, each experience nurtures leadership, character, and a deep connection to the natural world—all while building lifelong friendships and unforgettable memories
- Special needs: Not available
- LGBTQ+ friendly community
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LCS Summer Camps are known for immersive experiences that grow confidence, independence, and real-world skills. Set on a 315-acre waterfront campus and learning farm, campers spend their days outdoors, on the water, and fully engaged in hands-on learning. From first overnight experiences for pre-teens to credit and travel programs for older students, our camps are rooted in Lakefield College School’s belief that young people learn best by doing, taking responsibility, and discovering what they’re capable of—supported by caring, experienced educators.
Lakefield College School Summer Programs currently has 34 programs available.
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Ages: 15 - 16Day Camp
(Coed)Science (multi)
$2,995Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jun 16-Jul 03 $2,995 Ages: 15 - 16Overnight Camp
(Coed)Science (multi)
$6,350Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jun 16-Jul 03 $6,350 Ages: 16 - 17Overnight Camp
(Coed)Travel, Credit Courses
$6,995Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jun 29-Jul 24 $6,995 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jun 29-Jul 03 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 06-10 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 20-24 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 27-31 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 04-07 $360 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-14 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 17-21 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 24-28 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 31-Sep 04 $435 Ages: 12 - 14Day Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$360 to $435Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jun 29-Jul 03 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 06-10 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 20-24 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 27-31 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 04-07 $360 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-14 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 17-21 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 24-28 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 31-Sep 04 $435 Ages: 4 - 10Day Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$360 to $435Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jun 29-Jul 03 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 06-10 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 20-24 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 27-31 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 04-07 $360 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-14 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 17-21 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 24-28 $435 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 31-Sep 04 $435 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$1,340Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $1,340 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$1,340Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 20-24 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 27-31 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-14 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 17-21 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 24-28 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 20-24 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 27-31 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-14 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 17-21 $1,340 Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 24-28 $1,340 Ages: 12 - 14Day Camp
(Coed)Dance (multi), Vocal Training / Singing
$435Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $435 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity) , Dance (multi)
$1,340Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 13-17 $1,340 Ages: 13 - 15Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity)
$1,340Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 20-24 $1,340 Ages: 12 - 14Day Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Skills, Traditional (multi activity)
$435Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 27, 2026-Jul 31, 2027 $435 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Ropes Course, Rock Climbing
$1,340Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Jul 27-31 $1,340 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Wilderness Skills, Traditional (multi activity)
$1,340Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-14 $1,340 Ages: 15Overnight Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity) , Leadership (multi)
$3,290Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-21 $3,290 Ages: 15Day Camp
(Coed)Traditional (multi activity) , Leadership (multi)
$1,130Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 10-21 $1,130 Ages: 12 - 13Overnight Camp
(Coed)Education (multi)
$1,340Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 17-21 $1,340 Ages: 12 - 14Overnight Camp
(Coed)Horseback Riding/Equestrian
$1,440Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 23-28 $1,440 Ages: 12 - 14Day Camp
(Coed)Strength and Conditioning
$435Lakefield, ON
4391 Country Road 29Aug 24-28 $435
Registration Details
Our summer team work year-round, meaning we will be able to help with enquiries, questions, and camp details whenever families are looking for information! Registration for all of our programs opens by December for the following Summer, but reach out to us if you need support! For most of our enrichment programs, there are no prerequisites, but our Credit or Certification programs may have requirements as part of the application process. This is listed on the program page, but we can also discuss them at any point.
Financial Aid & Payment Details
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Deposit required with acceptance Yes Credit card payment Yes -
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Meet the Staff
Interview with the Director of Lakefield College School Summer Programs
Anna Richardson, Lakefield College School Summer Programs: Director Interview
View transcriptTranscript of our interview with Anna, Lakefield College School Summer Programs: Director Interview
What’s your role at Lakefield College School Summer Programs, and what’s involved?
I'm Anna. I'm the Camp Director at LCS Summer Academy. Our camp programs serve campers aged 4 to 18. We have both a junior day camp program and a program for campers aged 11 and up, which includes overnight options. That older program includes credit course options. I oversee both sides of our programming.
Our camp offers a unique blend of traditional camp activities and academic or credit course options. We welcome local children from the community who use our facilities through the day camp, as well as students from across Ontario and internationally who come to experience our school and the academic side of our programming.
What’s unique about the camp?
The most unique part of our facility is that we have a farm as part of our campus. We offer what you would expect from traditional summer camp programming—like a waterfront and climbing—but we also have a farm where we grow produce.
All of our campers and students get the opportunity to visit the farm as often as they like by signing up for farm activities. We make the commitment that everyone visits the farm at least once to see our processes. The farm operates under a sustainable agricultural framework. We focus on sustainability in green industries and how we can support food insecurity in our local area.
Much of the produce we generate at the farm is donated to local food banks, while the rest is used in our campus kitchens. Campers get to eat the food they've helped grow, which is a really cool and unique experience. All ages enjoy it in different ways—whether it’s four-year-olds harvesting raspberries (and eating most of them) or older campers planting and seeing the food cycle firsthand.
What type of child is successful at your camp?
Campers who are curious will thrive here because there are so many opportunities to explore new things. Campers who love the outdoors will also do well. One of our core values is "outdoors every day." Regardless of which program a camper is enrolled in—even if it’s a grade 10 science course—they’ll spend time outside daily.
Outdoor time might be part of their formal academic learning or their afternoon camp activities, but we expect campers to embrace nature, even on rainy July days. It’s about appreciating the outdoors in all the environments we experience it.
How do your staff deal with behavioural issues?
We use a variety of methods depending on the camper. The approach is tailored to each individual. We make a real effort to understand our campers by connecting with families and collecting information about what works well, what their needs are, and what their unique traits might be.
This helps us prepare in advance for scenarios that might be more or less challenging for particular campers. We establish clear expectations and communicate them consistently. Our foundation is built on mutual understanding and shared values.
We take a calm, restorative approach. We walk through situations with the camper, helping them understand how their behavior may not align with the values of our community. We guide them through repairing relationships or making amends when needed, and we help them learn and grow from those experiences during their time with us.
What do campers value about their experience at the camp?
Campers really value our outdoor approach and the uniqueness of our programming. For example, a day camper could go home each day having done something exciting—maybe they went canoeing to Tattle Island to see turtles, climbed for the first time, learned to sail, or spent time on the farm.
We emphasize making every day unique and meaningful for our campers. Each day should give them a new experience that becomes a lifelong memory. Our wide range of exciting activities ensures that no two days are the same at camp.
What message do you have for new campers?
Summer at camp is such an exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and try new things. For campers who may not yet know what their passion or hobby is, coming to a camp like ours offers the chance to explore many different experiences and activities.
Our goal is to help all of our campers find something that excites them—something they can fall in love with. A camper might discover that they love being in the woods and decide to sign up for a Bushcraft program. That kind of discovery is incredibly rewarding for us.
We take great joy in helping campers find their passion and motivation. Over the summers they spend with us, they can dive deeper into what excites them and build on that foundation year after year.
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Director's Message
Welcome to Lakefield College School Summer Academy and Programs!
We’re so excited to welcome your child to Lakefield this summer. Whether they’re joining us for five days or four weeks, online or on campus, day or overnight, for enrichment or credit, we know it’s going to be a summer filled with fun, friendships, and memorable moments.
Summer is my favourite time on campus. Our 315 acres of waterfront, trails, fields, and farm come alive, and there’s something special about seeing campers gain confidence, try new things, and enjoy the freedom of being outdoors every day. From first camp experiences to programs that offer a little more independence and adventure, there’s truly no better place to spend the summer.
As you get ready for the weeks ahead, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Summer Programs team with any questions at [email protected]. We’re here to help and can’t wait to welcome you.
Summer is just around the corner. Are you ready? We are!
See you soon,
Anna RichardsonStaff and Counsellors
LCS has the highest standards for our staff, with many of our facilitators being qualified educators and all staff being certified in their area of expertise. Every staff members is First Aid + CPR qualified, with many staff possessing Bronze Cross, National Lifeguarding, Climbing, ORCKA, and Wilderness Certifications. Our staffing team ratios meet or exceed OCA standards for all programs and they complete extensive staff training in risk management, behaviour modification, equity and diversity, and facilitation techniques.
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Location & Operations
Operation
Lakefield College School Summer Programs is operated by the school Lakefield College School.
Property Details
Sports facilities
- Baseball Diamond
- Basketball Court
- Climbing Wall
- Gymnasium
- Rope Course
- Running Track
- Soccer Field
- Tennis Court(s)
- Weight Room
Landscape
- Beach
- Forested Area
- Lake/Pond/River
- Nature Trails
- Open Field
More details about property: We have two campuses that have a total of 315 acres of property with approximately 2km of shoreline on Lake Katchewanooka, and an educational regenerative farm.
Accommodations
Sleeping Accommodations
- Dorm or Building
- Tents
Amenities
- Electricity in Sleeping Area
- Shower in Sleeping Area
- Toilet in Sleeping Area
Washrooms Facilities
- Flush Toilets
- Outhouses
- Showers (indoor)
More details about accommodations: Lakefield College School's state of the art facilities feature Air Conditioning to keep campers cool and comfortable in the hot summer weather. Our overnight campers will enjoy breakfast in their residences or dining hall, lunch and dinner in the Winder Smith Dining Hall, which is serviced by the exceptional Aramark staff. Our day students will join us for a delicious lunch. There is always a variety of hot and cold options for meals, including a cereal bar, a salad bar, and sandwich items. Hot entrees range from classic Canadian dishes to world cuisine, and there’s always something delicious for everyone. Some of our programs have overnight canoeing trips where students will stay in a tent and use outdoor washroom facilities.
Our overnight campers will enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Winder Smith Dining Hall, which is serviced by the exceptional Aramark staff. Our day students will join us for a delicious lunch. There is always a variety of hot and cold options for meals, including a cereal bar, a salad bar, and sandwich items. Hot entrees range from classic Canadian dishes to world cuisine, and there’s always something delicious for everyone.Are meals provided? Yes.
Is Lakefield College School Summer Programs technology free? At LCS Summer Camps, we are intentional about how and when technology is used. Our programs are designed to prioritize presence, connection, outdoor learning, and meaningful engagement with peers and educators. To support this, campers follow clear guidelines around mobile phone and computer use, with technology set aside during learning blocks, meals, overnight programs, camping trips, and times dedicated to rest and community. This approach helps campers unplug, build independence, and fully experience camp life—while ensuring appropriate access when needed.
All academic credit courses require students to bring a laptop computer with them to the program.
To encourage healthy sleeping habits, all LCS Summer Academy and Program campers are required to turn in their technology to the residential staff on duty prior to lights out.
In case of an emergency and/or if you need to get a hold of your child, we will provide our emergency phone number closer to the program start.
Rentals & Services
Available for private rentals: Yes
If not in use by our programs at LCS, we do periodically rent our facilities.
Please contact the Director, Summer Academy & Ancillary Programs at 705.652.3324 ext. 379 or email ([email protected]) for inquiries or more information.
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What's New
In the News
March 13, 2026
New Summer Camp Opportunity in 2026: Canoe Tripping I & II
We’re excited to offer Canoe Tripping as a new pathway this summer! ... Read More
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Get Ahead with Summer Credit Opportunities!
Now is the perfect time to consider getting ahead or lightening their workload by enrolling in one of our 2026 Summer Academy Credit Programs... Read More
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